and study on the combination extract of and Astragalus membranaceus as an adjuvant for PRRSV inactivated vaccine and its preliminary application in piglets.

Background: Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV) is a single-stranded positive-sense RNA virus that severely impacts the global swine industry. Recently, variation and recombination of this pathogen have led to more recombinant strains. However, commercial PRRSV vaccines provide limited protection, and no effective therapeutic drugs are available in clinical settings.

Fine structure of starch biomacromolecules and digestibility: The regulative role of amylose and amylopectin in the digestive hydrolysis of starch in rice.

The digestibility of starch in staple foods has rarely been examined at the bio-macromolecular level. This study addresses this by investigating the fine structures of amylose and amylopectin to understand their roles in starch digestibility in cooked white rice. Using the static INFOGEST protocol and oral processing by human volunteers, we assessed the starch digestion characteristics of 13 rice varieties, with amylose and amylopectin chain length distribution being analyzed using size-exclusion chromatography and high-performance anion exchange chromatography, respectively.

A new species of Etrocorema from Yunnan, China, with a redescription of the male of E. hochii (Wu, 1938) (Plecoptera: Perlidae).

A new species of Etrocorema, E. wui sp. nov.

Marker-assisted pseudo-backcrossing for developing climate-resilient rice.

The increased prevalence of abiotic stresses, such as salt, submergence, and drought, severely affects rice productivity. Developing a rice variety, with inbuilt resistance to these main abiotic stresses, will contribute to a long-term rise in rice yield in adverse environments. In the present study, the rice variety Improved White Ponni (IWP) a high-yielding but highly susceptible to drought, salinity, and submergence variety was introgressed with Sub1 + SalT + DTY2.

The influence of corpus luteum and first-wave dominant follicle location on conception rate after artificial insemination in Holstein cattle.

The influence of post-ovulatory corpus luteum (CL) and first-wave dominant follicle (1DF) location on pregnancy establishment in cattle remains controversial. This study aimed to reveal the relationship between CL and 1DF positioning, pregnancy outcomes, and blood steroid hormone levels following artificial insemination (AI) in Holstein cattle. Data from heifers (n = 163) and cows (n = 69) with optimally timed AI, defined as ovulation within 24 h post-AI, were analyzed to determine associations between CL (left/right ovary) and 1DF (ipsilateral/contralateral to CL) locations and conception rates.

Laying hens prefer softer over harder mineral-based pecking stones and peck them more at the end of the light period.

Mineral-based pecking stones (PS) are edible enrichments for poultry that comprise a high proportion of calcium. We aimed to determine whether laying hens prefer a Soft (easier to ingest) versus a Hard mineral-based PS with the same calcium content, if pecking at PS follows a diurnal pattern similar to calcium appetite, and whether the PS affects eggshell quality. Shaver White laying hens housed in groups of 3 in furnished cages (N = 38) were given either a Hard or Soft PS for 15 days, followed by a 6-day washout period of no PS, and then the opposite PS type for an additional 15 days (Phase 1).

Transcriptome sequencing and screening of anthocyanin related genes in purple potato tubers (Solanum tuberosum L.).

Background: Pigmented potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L.) are rich in anthocyanin, which have antioxidantiy and play an important role in health and medical. Nevertheless, the regulation mechanism of anthocyanins in purple potato at different growth stages remain unclear.

Medicinal potential of adventitious root cultures of Hypericum perforatum: study on antioxidant stress and anti-melanogenic properties.

Background: Adventitious root (AR) culture is an effective method for the production of Hypericum perforatum raw materials. However, the ARs are seldom utilized in practical applications. Therefore, this study investigated the effects of H.

ZmICE1a regulates the defence-storage trade-off in maize endosperm.

The endosperm of cereal grains feeds the entire world as a major food supply; however, little is known about its defence response during endosperm development. The Inducer of CBF Expression 1 (ICE1) is a well-known regulator of cold tolerance in plants. ICE1 has a monocot-specific homologue that is preferentially expressed in cereal endosperms but with an unclear regulatory function.

De Novo Transcriptome Assembly of Rice Bean () and Characterization of WRKY Transcription Factors Response to Aluminum Stress.

Rice bean is an underutilized legume crop cultivated in Asia, and it is a good source of protein, minerals, and essential fatty acids for human consumption. Moreover, the leaves left over after harvesting rice bean seeds contain various biological constituents beneficial to humans and animals. In our study, we performed a de-novo transcriptome assembly of rice bean, characterized the WRKY transcription factors, and studied their response to aluminum stress.

Utilizing the mutant library to investigate the functional characterization of GhGLR3.4 regulating jasmonic acid to defense pest infestation.

The glutamate receptor (GLR) serves as a ligand-gated ion channel that plays a vital role in plant growth, development, and stress response. Nevertheless, research on GLRs in cotton is still very limited. The present study conducted a comprehensive analysis of GLRs gene family in cotton.

Rice Reference Genes (RRG): redefining reference genes in rice by mining RNA-seq datasets.

Reverse transcription quantitative real-time PCR (RT-qPCR) is esteemed for its precision and reliability, positioning it as the standard for evaluating gene expression. Selecting suitable reference genes is crucial for acquiring accurate data on target gene expression. However, identifying appropriate reference genes for specific rice tissues or growth conditions has been a challenge.

Cognitive load as a mediator in self-efficacy and English learning motivation among vocational college students.

Chinese vocational colleges, under global and educational pressures, encounter challenges in IT integration for English teaching, which risks dampening student motivation due to heightened cognitive load. This study addresses the need to elucidate the mediating role of cognitive load in the relationship between self-efficacy and learning motivation among these students. By integrating Social Cognitive Theory(SCT) and Cognitive Load Theory(CLT), the research employs a structural equation model to analyze survey data, revealing that self-efficacy positively impacts deep and achievement motivation and negatively influences cognitive load, which in turn affects learning motivation.

Synthesis and Structural Characterization of SiO Nanoparticles Using Extract of Gracilaria Crassa Via Green Chemistry Approach.

Biologically synthesized nanoparticles via biological entities are produced with less negative impact on the environment and without expensive chemicals, which have biocompatibility and are eco-friendly. Gracilaria crassa is a well-known marine red alga that is edible and unique and is the commercial source of agar and agarose production. In this work, Gracilaria crassa-mediated SiO NPs were synthesized by the green synthesis method.

RMI1 is essential for maintaining rice genome stability at high temperature.

Heat is a critical environmental stress for plant survival. One of its harmful effects on the cells is the disruption of genome integrity. However, the mechanisms by which plants cope with heat-induced DNA damage remain largely unknown.

Spatial distribution patterns and hotspots of extreme agro-climatic resources in the Horro Guduru Wollega Zone, Northwestern Ethiopia.

Extreme temperatures and rainfall influence crop yields, soil health, and natural ecosystems. This study examined the extent of extreme agro-climatic factors in Northwestern Ethiopia, with a focus on identifying vulnerability hotspots. Rainfall and temperature data from 1982 to 2022 were collected from eight meteorological stations of the Ethiopian Meteorological Institute, and missing values and outliers were corrected using imputation and Z-scores.

Restoration from grazing on the Tibetan plateau: Pathway-specific soil MAOC sequestration in meadow and peat wetlands.

Mineral-associated organic matter (MAOM) constitutes a significant portion of carbon (C) pools in wetlands, determining their role as C sinks or sources. Nevertheless, detailed knowledge of the response of MAOM formation pathways to wetland restoration is lacking. Here, we collected 0-20 cm soil samples from two typical wetlands (meadow and peat wetlands) subjected to both grazing and restoration treatments (through micro dam construction) in the Zoige area.