Transcriptional Profiling Analysis Providing Insights into the Harsh Environments Tolerance Mechanisms of .

, an endemic shrub in China, thrives in desertification-prone environments due to its robust biomass, hairy leaves, and extensive root system. It is vital for ecological restoration and serves as a valuable forage plant. This study explored the molecular mechanisms underlying ' adaptation to desert conditions, focusing on its physiological, biochemical, and transcriptomic responses to drought, salt, and alkali stresses.

Anatomic variation of the vertebral artery: a case involving a persistent first intersegmental artery at C1-C2.

Background: We observed a rare anatomical variation of a persistent first intersegmental vertebral artery in the C1-C2 region in an elderly Chinese male cadaver at Changzhi Medical College. In this case, the vertebral artery, rather than passing through the transverse foramen of the atlas, exits the transverse foramen of C2 and enters the spinal canal at the lower portion of the C1 posterior arch. The original transverse foramen of C1 was filled with connective tissue.

Chromosome-level genome assembly and annotation of xerophyte secretohalophyte Reaumuria soongarica.

Reaumuria soongarica is a xerophytic shrub belonging to the Tamaricaceae family. The species is widely distributed in the deserts of Central Asia and is characterized by its remarkable adaptability to saline and barren desert environments. Using PacBio long-read sequencing and Hi-C technologies, we assembled a chromosome-level genome of R.

Chromosome-level genome assembly provides insights into the genome evolution and functional importance of the phenylpropanoid-flavonoid pathway in Thymus mongolicus.

Background: Thymus mongolicus (family Lamiaceae) is a Thyme subshrub with strong aroma and remarkable environmental adaptability. Limited genomic information limits the use of this plant.

Results: Chromosome-level 605.

The Potential Role of Genic-SSRs in Driving Ecological Adaptation Diversity in Plants.

, a xerophytic shrub genus widely distributed in northern China, exhibits distinctive geographical substitution patterns and ecological adaptation diversity. This study employed transcriptome sequencing technology to investigate 12 species, aiming to explore genic-SSR variations in the transcriptome and identify their role as a driving force for environmental adaptation within the genus. A total of 3666 polymorphic genic-SSRs were identified across different species.

One-step synthesis of phospho-rich, silica-enhanced chitosan aerogel for the efficient adsorption of uranium(VI).

In this study, an amorphous silica reinforced, phosphoric-crosslinked chitosan foam (P-CTS@SiO) was prepared. The introduction of amorphous silica not only increased the affinity of the adsorbent for uranium, but also improved the stability of the material. The number of active sites of P-CTS@SiO was increased by the introduction of phosphate groups.

Elucidation of the evolutionary history of in China using comparative transcriptomic analysis.

Phylogenetic analysis provides crucial insights into the evolutionary relationships and diversification patterns within specific taxonomic groups. In this study, we aimed to identify the phylogenetic relationships and explore the evolutionary history of using transcriptomic data. Samples of 12 species were collected from the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and Mongolian Plateau, where they are widely distributed, and transcriptome sequencing was performed using their fresh spikelet tissues.

Efficient removal of hexavalent chromium by nano-cerium-based adsorbent: The critical role of valence state and oxygen vacancy.

Cerium-based adsorbents have been gradually used for the adsorption removal of highly toxic Cr(VI) from wastewater due to their low toxicity and wide working pH. However, the intrinsic properties of adsorbents contribute significantly to their adsorption performance, and the relationship between them needs to be clarified. Herein, series of nano-cerium based adsorbents (Ce@Cs) with different surface defects and Ce(III) content were prepared to explore their effects on the Cr(VI) adsorption capacity.

Plant and Soil Microbial Diversity Co-Regulate Ecosystem Multifunctionality during Desertification in a Temperate Grassland.

Biodiversity plays a crucial role in driving multiple ecosystem functions in temperate grasslands. However, our understanding of how biodiversity regulates the impacts of desertification processes on ecosystem multifunctionality (EMF) remains limited. In this study, we investigate plant diversity, soil microbial diversity (fungal, bacterial, archaeal, and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal (AMF) diversity), soil properties (soil water content, pH, and soil clay content), and multiple ecosystem functions (soil N mineralization, soil phosphatase activity, AMF infection rate, microbial biomass, plant biomass, and soil C and nutrients (N, P, K, Ca, Fe, Na, Cu, Mg, and Mn)) at six different grassland desertification intensities.

Genomic insights into genetic diversity and local adaptation of a dominant desert steppe feather grass, Griseb.

Investigating the genetic mechanisms of local adaptation is critical to understanding how species adapt to heterogeneous environments. In the present study, we analyzed restriction site-associated DNA sequencing (RADseq) data in order to explore genetic diversity, genetic structure, genetic differentiation, and local adaptation of . In total, 135 individual plants were sequenced and 25,786 polymorphic loci were obtained.

Transcriptome-Wide Gene Expression Plasticity in in Response to Grazing Intensity Differences.

Organisms have evolved effective and distinct adaptive strategies to survive. is a representative species for studying the grazing effect on typical steppe plants in the Inner Mongolia Plateau. Although phenotypic (morphological and physiological) variations in in response to long-term grazing have been identified, the molecular mechanisms underlying adaptations and plastic responses remain largely unknown.

Effect of arbuscular mycorrhizal symbiosis on ion homeostasis and salt tolerance-related gene expression in halophyte Suaeda salsa under salt treatments.

Halophytes can remove large quantities of salts from saline soils, so their importance in ecology has received increasing attention. Preliminary studies have shown that arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi can improve the salt tolerance of halophytes. However, few studies have focused on the molecular mechanisms and effects of AM fungi in halophytes under different salt conditions.

Identification of Genic SSRs Provide a Perspective for Studying Environmental Adaptation in the Endemic Shrub .

is a xerophytic shrub endemic to desert regions in Inner Mongolia. This species has evolved distinct survival strategies that allow it to adapt to hyper-drought and heterogeneous habitats. Simple sequence repeats (SSRs) may provide a molecular basis in plants for fast adaptation to environmental change.

Metagenome Profiling Identifies Potential Biocontrol Agents for in New Zealand.

Metagenomics can be used to identify potential biocontrol agents for invasive species and was used here to identify candidate species for biocontrol of an invasive club moss in New Zealand. Profiles were obtained for collected from nine geographically disjunct locations in Northern New Zealand. These profiles were distinct from those obtained for the exotic club moss and the native club mosses and also collected in Northern New Zealand.

Effects of arbuscular mycorrhizal symbiosis on growth, nutrient and metal uptake by maize seedlings (Zea mays L.) grown in soils spiked with Lanthanum and Cadmium.

Multiple contaminants can affect plant-microbial remediation processes because of their interactive effects on environmental behaviour, bioavailability and plant growth. Recent studies have suggested that arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) can facilitate the revegetation of soils co-contaminated with rare earth elements (REEs) and heavy metals. However, little is known regarding the role of AMF in the interaction of REEs and heavy metals.

Development and characterization of EST-SSR markers in (Poaceae).

Premise Of The Study: (Poaceae) is one of the dominant species of the desert steppe in the eastern Eurasian grasslands. Simple sequence repeat (SSR) markers were developed for use in genetic diversity studies of this species.

Methods And Results: A total of 1954 potentially polymorphic loci were obtained by comparing transcriptome data of eight different individuals.

Gene transcript profiles in the desert plant Nitraria tangutorum during fruit development and ripening.

Nitraria tangutorum Bobr., a valuable wild shrub distributed in Northwest China, produces edible and medicinal berries. However, little is known about the molecular mechanisms of its fruit development and ripening.

Identification of Salt-Stress-Induced Genes from the RNA-Seq Data of Reaumuria trigyna Using Differential-Display Reverse Transcription PCR.

Next generation sequencing (NGS) technologies have been used to generate huge amounts of sequencing data from many organisms. However, the correct choice of candidate genes and prevention of false-positive results computed from digital gene expression (DGE) of RNA-seq data are vital when using these genetic resources. We indirectly identified 18 salt-stress-induced Reaumuria trigyna transcripts from the transcriptome sequencing data using differential-display reverse transcription PCR (DDRT-PCR) combined with local BLAST searches.

Isolation and characterization of a Δ1-pyrroline-5-carboxylate synthetase (NtP5CS) from Nitraria tangutorum Bobr. and functional comparison with its Arabidopsis homologue.

Several functional and regulatory proteins play important roles in controlling plant stress tolerance. Proline (Pro) is one of the most accumulated osmolytes correlated with tolerance to stresses. Δ(1)-Pyrroline-5-carboxylate synthetase (P5CS) is a rate-limiting enzyme in Pro biosynthesis.

Transcriptomic profiling of the salt-stress response in the wild recretohalophyte Reaumuria trigyna.

Background: Reaumuria trigyna is an endangered small shrub endemic to desert regions in Inner Mongolia. This dicotyledonous recretohalophyte has unique morphological characteristics that allow it to tolerate the stress imposed by semi-desert saline soil. However, it is impossible to explore the mechanisms underlying this tolerance without detailed genomic information.