The ethanolic extract of Rhaphidophora peepla prevents inflammation by inhibiting the activation of Syk/AKT/NF-κB and TAK1/MAPK/AP-1.

Background: Inflammation is the body's innate reaction to foreign pathogens and serves as a self-regulating mechanism. However, the immune system can mistakenly target the body's own tissues, triggering unnecessary inflammation. For millennia, medicinal plants have been employed for the treatment of diseases.

Effect of Light Regime on Puniceispirillum marinum IMCC1322 in Nutrient-Replete Conditions.

Previous studies showed no improvement in bacterial biomass for Puniceispirillum marinum IMCC1322 under light regimes. Nevertheless, in nutrient-replete cultures with higher inoculating cell densities, strain IMCC1322 exhibited proteorhodopsin photoheterotrophy. Increasing both inoculum size and the amino acid pool can eliminate quorum sensing and starvation responses in strain IMCC1322.

The impacts of alien species on river bioassessment.

The extent of alien taxa impacts on river ecosystem health is unclear, but their frequency continues to rise. We investigated 1) the prevalence of including alien taxa in common bioindicators used in river bioassessment, 2) the effect of alien taxa on the richness and abundance of natives, and 3) whether including alien taxa in bioassessment tools increased their sensitivity to river degradation. In the 17 countries analyzed fish represented the greatest number of alien species (1726), followed by macrophytes (925), macroinvertebrates (556), and diatoms (7).

The first mitogenome report of Zimmer 1921 (Malacostraca: Cumacea).

In 1921, Zimmer established the genus for from Japanese waters. This study determined the first complete mitogenome of hooded shrimp sequenced from (Cumacea: Diastylidae). is a type species of the genus , distributed in the West Pacific from southern Kuril to Vietnam, including Korean waters.

E3 ligase RNF128 restricts A. alternata-induced ILC2 activation and type 2 immune response in the murine lung.

Allergic airway inflammation is a universal airway disease induced by inhaling allergens. Published data show that RNF128, an E3 ligase, promotes Th2 activation in the OVA-induced asthma model. Recent advances have shown that group 2 innate lymphoid cells (ILC2s) produce the cytokines IL-5 and IL-13 to mediate type 2 immune response.

Microbial Community Structure, Diversity, and Succession During Decomposition of Kiwifruit Litters with Different Qualities.

There are differences in the litter quality and decomposition rate of kiwifruit varieties, but it is not clear whether these differences are related to microbial communities. The leaf litters of two kiwifruit varieties ( cv 'Hongyang' and cv 'Jinyan') were taken as objects, and the structure, diversity, and succession of the soil microbial communities were analyzed using an in situ decomposition experiment. Moreover, the contents of C, N, P, and K in the litters during decomposition were analyzed.

Bacteria Derived from Diamondback Moth, (L.) (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae), Gut Regurgitant Negatively Regulate Glucose Oxidase-Mediated Anti-Defense Against Host Plant.

The ongoing interplay among plants, insects, and bacteria underscores the intricate balance of defense mechanisms in ecosystems. Regurgitant bacteria directly/indirectly impact plant immune responses, but the underlying mechanism is unclear. Here, we focus on the interaction between regurgitant bacteria, diamondback moth (DBM), and plant.

A Model for Selecting Kiwifruit () Germplasm Resources with Excellent Fruit Quality.

The evaluation of quality traits is an important procedure for kiwifruit breeding and comprehensive utilization. The present study aimed to establish a comprehensive system to assess germplasms by analyzing 22 quality traits on kiwifruit samples collected from a wild population of 236 plants grown in the Jiangxi Province, China. Variability, correlation, principal components, and cluster analyses were carried out using the data collected from fruit quality evaluations.

Identification of Environmental Factors Influencing the Population of Endangered L. in Korea.

has been identified as a Class II endangered species in Korea. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop habitat conservation and improvement strategies for the protection of . In this study, we aimed to evaluate the environmental characteristics of habitats and identify key environmental factors influencing the population size.

Triptolide alleviates allergic airway inflammation by inhibiting group 2 innate lymphoid cell function.

Group 2 innate lymphoid cells (ILC2s) produce the type 2 cytokines IL-5 and IL-13 and contribute to type 2 immune responses, such as allergic airway inflammation. However, specific drugs, especially traditional Chinese medicines, that target lung ILC2s have rarely been reported. Here, we demonstrate that triptolide ameliorates allergic airway inflammation by suppressing ILC2 activation.

Antioxidant and anticancer effects of kiwi () fermented beverage using .

Kiwi fermented beverages utilizing lactic acid bacteria exhibit a decrease in sugar content, pH and increase in total acidity. The maximum CFU is observed in 20% kiwi fermented beverages containing . For the most efficient fermentation conditions, 20% kiwi fermented beverages fermented at 24 h was selected for use in subsequent experiments.

sp. nov., a novel basidiomycetous yeast species isolated from pine tree bark in Gyeongju, South Korea.

A novel yeast species, isolated from the bark of pine trees in Gyeongju, South Korea, and designated as KCTC 37304 (ex-type KACC 410729), is characterized by its genetic, morphological and physiological properties. Molecular phylogenetic analysis involving the D1/D2 domain of the 26S LSU rRNA gene and the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region confirms that it belongs to the genus . In comparison to CBS:10065, the type strain of its closest relative, KCTC 37304 exhibits 8 nucleotide substitutions (~2.

Feeding behavior and prey characteristics of great egrets (Ardea alba) in eco-friendly and conventional rice fields in South Korea.

Rice fields are important wildlife habitats; however, intensive agricultural practices have reduced the population of farmland birds. As a high-level consumer, the great egret (Ardea alba) serves as an indicator of the overall biodiversity of rice fields. However, little is known about the effects of farming methods on the feeding habitat selection of the great egret.

Complete genome sequence of strain TDY-1, an odor-reducing bacterium isolated from livestock wastewater.

We report the complete genome sequence of TDY-1 an odor-reducing strain isolated from livestock wastewater on a pig farm. Its genome consists of a 2.97-Mb chromosome.

Identification and characterization of 17 novel polynucleotide microsatellite markers in Ocypode stimpsoni (Decapoda: Ocypodidae).

Objective: The ghost crab Ocypode stimpsoni (Decapoda) is designated as a protected marine species in Korea due to its declining population. In this study, we successfully identified 17 microsatellite markers for O. stimpsoni through next-generation sequencing.

Chromosome-level Haploid Assembly of Cannabis sativa L. cv. Pink Pepper.

As molecular research on hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) continues to advance, there is a growing need for the accumulation of more diverse genome data and more accurate genome assemblies. In this study, we report the three-way assembly data of a cannabidiol (CBD)-rich cannabis variety, 'Pink Pepper' cultivar using sequencing technology: PacBio Single Molecule Real-Time (SMRT) technology, Illumina sequencing technology, and Oxford Nanopore Technology (ONT).

Arvimicrobium flavum gen. nov., sp. nov., A Novel Genus in the Family Phyllobacteriaceae Isolated From Forest Soil.

During the study of microbial diversity of forest soil in the Republic of Korea, a yellow pigment-producing, Gram-stain-negative, rod-shaped, motile bacterium was isolated and designated as strain 1W2. This strain grew at temperature of 10-37 °C, at pH of 5.0-9.

Widespread admixture blurs population structure and confounds Lake Trout (Salvelinus namaycush) conservation even in the genomic era.

Intraspecific variation is important for species' long-term persistence in changing environments. Conservation strategies targeting intraspecific variation often rely on the identification of management or policy units below the species level based on biological differences among populations. To identify management units, this paper examines intraspecific divergence of Lake Trout (Salvelinus namaycush) in Great Slave Lake (GSL), Canada, using low-coverage whole-genome sequencing data.

Complete genome sequence of strain JD2-26, a potential pollutant-reducing bacterium isolated from a municipal solid waste landfill facility.

We report here the complete genome sequence of strain JD2-26 isolated from a municipal solid waste landfill facility. The genome consists of a 6.32-Mbp chromosome and a plasmid having a total of 6,100 genes, including 5,914 coding sequences.

CRISPR/Cas9-induced knockout of tumor necrosis factor-alpha-type I augments viral infection in zebrafish.

Tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) is a pleiotropic cytokine with critical roles in inflammation, cell survival, and defense. As a member of the TNF superfamily, it exerts its effects by binding to transmembrane receptors and triggering various downstream signaling pathways. Although TNF-α's involvement in antiviral responses in mammals is well-established, its role in teleost remains poorly understood.

Rosmarinic Acid Ameliorates Extract-Induced Atopic Dermatitis-like Skin Inflammation by Activating the Nrf2/HO-1 Signaling Pathway.

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is one of the most common chronic inflammatory skin diseases. AD pathogenesis is associated with increased oxidative stress, impairment of the skin barrier, and activation of the immune response. Rosmarinic acid (RA), a caffeic acid ester, is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Metabolic Engineering of for Xylose Utilization from Cellulosic Biomass.

Cellulosic biomass hydrolysates are rich in glucose and xylose, but most microorganisms, including , are unable to utilize xylose effectively. To address this limitation, we engineered a strain optimized for xylose metabolism through the xylose oxidoreductase pathway and promoter optimization. A promoter library with varying strengths was used to fine-tune the expression levels of the , , and genes, resulting in a strain with a strong promoter for and weaker promoters for and .

Evaluation of B-1662 for biological control of red pepper anthracnose and apple bitter rot diseases in Korea.

Fungi are the prominent phytopathogens that have significant impact on the productivity of agriculture worldwide. species have been extensively studied for the production of various bioactive metabolites. These metabolites have been used as biocontrol agents for the management of diseases caused by phytopathogenic fungi.

gene integration into regulatory networks via interaction with conserved genes in peach.

genes can evolve "from scratch" from noncoding sequences, acquiring novel functions in organisms and integrating into regulatory networks during evolution to drive innovations in important phenotypes and traits. However, identifying genes is challenging, as it requires high-quality genomes from closely related species. According to the comparison with nine closely related genomes, we determined at least 178 genes in "baifeng".