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Shi L, Ng JKW, Xiong Q, Ao KFK, Shin SK, Law CTY, Mu W, Liu GM, Rao S, Tsui SKW. Comparative genomic analysis of immune-related genes and chemosensory receptors provides insights into the evolution and adaptation of four major domesticated Asian carps. BMC Genomics 2025; 26:529. [PMID: 40419972 DOI: 10.1186/s12864-025-11719-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2025] [Indexed: 05/28/2025] Open
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BACKGROUND Ctenopharyngodon idella (grass carp), Mylopharyngodon piceus (black carp), Hypophthalmichthys nobilis (bighead carp), and Hypophthalmichthys molitrix (silver carp), collectively known as the four major domesticated Asian carp, are freshwater fish species from the family Cyprinidae and are widely consumed in China. Current studies on these species primarily focus on immune system regulation and the growth and development of individual species. However, in-depth genomic investigations and comprehensive comparative analysis remained limited. METHODS The complete genomes of Ctenopharyngodon idella, Mylopharyngodon piceus and Hypophthalmichthys nobilis were assembled using a hybrid approach that integrated both next- and third-generation sequencing reads, followed by annotation using the MAKER2 pipeline. Based on the high-quality genomes of Ctenopharyngodon idella, Mylopharyngodon piceus Hypophthalmichthys nobilis, and Hypophthalmichthys molitrix, a comparative genomic analysis was conducted using bioinformatic tools to investigate gene family evolution in these four domesticated Asian carp species. RESULTS High-quality genomes of Ctenopharyngodon idella, Mylopharyngodon piceus, and Hypophthalmichthys nobilis were assembled, achieving over 90% completeness. Immune-related gene families, including MHC class I and NLRC3-like genes, have undergone rapid evolution, with Ctenopharyngodon idella exhibiting significant expansion of NLRC3-like genes. Massive tandem duplication events were identified in trace amine-associated receptors (TAARs), and rapid expansion was observed in TAAR16 and TAAR29. Additionally, a novel TAAR gene cluster was identified in all four Asian carp species. Comparative genomic analysis revealed the expansion of type 1 taste receptor genes, particularly in Ctenopharyngodon idella and Mylopharyngodon piceus. CONCLUSION This study has successfully constructed the high-quality genomes of Ctenopharyngodon idella, Mylopharyngodon piceus, and Hypophthalmichthys nobilis. The comparative genomic analysis revealed the evolution of immune-related genes and chemosensory receptors in the four major domesticated Asian carp species. These findings suggested the enhanced immunity and sensory perception in these species, providing valuable insights into their adaptation, survival and reproduction.
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- Ling Shi
- School of Biomedical Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Hong Kong Bioinformatics Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Department of Applied Science, School of Science and Technology, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Hong Kong Bioinformatics Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Hong Kong Bioinformatics Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Department of Health Technology and Informatics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Hong Kong Bioinformatics Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Hong Kong Bioinformatics Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Hong Kong Bioinformatics Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Hong Kong Bioinformatics Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Xiamen Key Laboratory of Marine Functional Food, Fujian Provincial Engineering Technology Research Center of Marine Functional Food, Jimei University, Xiamen, 361021, China
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- Department of Bioinformatics, Fujian Key Laboratory of Medical Bioinformatics, School of Medical Technology and Engineering, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
- Hong Kong Bioinformatics Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
- Centre for Microbial Genomics and Proteomics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
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Zhang K, Chen J, He H, Duan B, You C, Hu Z, Cai L, Xiang X, Liang R. EccDNA Analysis Provides Novel Insights Into the Molecular Mechanism of Firmness of Fish Fillet. Food Sci Nutr 2025; 13:e70268. [PMID: 40365041 PMCID: PMC12070031 DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.70268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2024] [Revised: 03/24/2025] [Accepted: 04/29/2025] [Indexed: 05/15/2025] Open
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Extrachromosomal circular DNAs (eccDNAs) play a significant role in regulating various biological processes, including abnormal muscle development. The molecular functions and impact of eccDNAs in the muscle development of fish are poorly understood. To investigate the potential roles of eccDNAs in the muscle development of fish, we analyzed and compared the expression profile of muscle eccDNAs of crisp grass carp, fed a faba bean meal-based diet, and ordinary grass carp, fed a practical diet. Using the Circle-seq strategy, we found the eccDNA abundance in crisp grass carp (211,920 eccDNAs) was significantly higher than that in ordinary grass carp (25,857 eccDNAs), suggesting that the faba bean diet likely independently influences eccDNA production. Compared to ordinary grass carp, crisp grass carp exhibited 10,565 upregulated and 129 downregulated eccDNAs, indicating eccDNAs were possibly associated with the muscle development of grass carp. GO and KEGG enrichment analyses indicated that the upregulated eccDNAs were related to muscle fiber development, cellular structure, and cell junctions. Based on our results, we speculated that the overexpression of genes involved in muscle fiber, calcium metabolism, and collagen driven by eccDNAs likely contributes to the observed increase in muscle fiber density, calcium levels, and collagen content in crisp grass carp, thereby enhancing muscle hardness. Notably, eccDNAs were identified as potential innate immunostimulants capable of eliciting immune responses in fish. In summary, our findings demonstrate that eccDNAs are aberrantly expressed in the muscles of fish fed a faba bean diet, offering novel insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying muscle hardening in fish.
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- Kai Zhang
- College of Life Sciences and OceanographyShenzhen UniversityShenzhenChina
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- College of Life Sciences and OceanographyShenzhen UniversityShenzhenChina
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- College of Animal Science and TechnologyZhongkai University of Agriculture and EngineeringGuangzhouChina
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- College of Life Sciences and OceanographyShenzhen UniversityShenzhenChina
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- College of Life Sciences and OceanographyShenzhen UniversityShenzhenChina
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- College of Animal Science and TechnologyZhongkai University of Agriculture and EngineeringGuangzhouChina
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- College of Animal Science and TechnologyZhongkai University of Agriculture and EngineeringGuangzhouChina
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- Scientific Research CenterThe Seventh Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityShenzhenGuangdongChina
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- College of Animal Science and TechnologyZhongkai University of Agriculture and EngineeringGuangzhouChina
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Yang T, Zhao L, Su C, Guo X, Peng X, Yang S, Yao G. Chromosome-scale assembly of the Xenocypris davidi using PacBio HiFi reads and Hi-C technologies. Sci Data 2025; 12:452. [PMID: 40102422 PMCID: PMC11920407 DOI: 10.1038/s41597-025-04800-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2025] [Indexed: 03/20/2025] Open
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Xenocypris davidi is a benthic fish species widely distributed in the water systems south of the Yellow River in China, playing a significant role in aquatic ecosystems. Despite its ecological and economic importance, genomic resources for X. davidi are limited, hindering a comprehensive understanding of its evolutionary adaptations and genetic improvements. This study presents the first chromosome-level genome assembly of X. davidi, utilizing PacBio long-reads, Illumina short reads, and Hi-C sequencing data. The genome assembly spans 1.05 Gb with a scaffold N50 length of 33.99 Mb, and 95.12% of the genome sequence was successfully anchored onto 24 pseudochromosomes. We identified 27,360 protein-coding genes, of which 26,672 were functionally annotated. This genome sequence provides a valuable resource for exploring the molecular basis of agronomic traits in X. davidi and will facilitate its genetic enhancement.
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- Tiezhu Yang
- College of Fisheries, Xinyang Agriculture and Forestry University, Xinyang, 464000, China
- Fishery Biological Engineering Technology Research Center of Henan Province, Xinyang, 464000, China
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- College of Fisheries, Xinyang Agriculture and Forestry University, Xinyang, 464000, China
- Fishery Biological Engineering Technology Research Center of Henan Province, Xinyang, 464000, China
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- College of Fisheries, Xinyang Agriculture and Forestry University, Xinyang, 464000, China
- Fishery Biological Engineering Technology Research Center of Henan Province, Xinyang, 464000, China
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- College of Fisheries, Xinyang Agriculture and Forestry University, Xinyang, 464000, China.
- Fishery Biological Engineering Technology Research Center of Henan Province, Xinyang, 464000, China.
- Key Laboratory of Fishery Ecosystem Regulation, Xinyang, 464000, China.
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- College of Fisheries, Xinyang Agriculture and Forestry University, Xinyang, 464000, China.
- Fishery Biological Engineering Technology Research Center of Henan Province, Xinyang, 464000, China.
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- Xinyang Nanwan Reservoir Affairs Center, Xinyang, 464000, China
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- College of Fisheries, Xinyang Agriculture and Forestry University, Xinyang, 464000, China
- Fishery Biological Engineering Technology Research Center of Henan Province, Xinyang, 464000, China
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Oriowo TO, Chrysostomakis I, Martin S, Kukowka S, Brown T, Winkler S, Myers EW, Böhne A, Stange M. A chromosome-level, haplotype-resolved genome assembly and annotation for the Eurasian minnow (Leuciscidae: Phoxinus phoxinus) provide evidence of haplotype diversity. Gigascience 2025; 14:giae116. [PMID: 39877992 PMCID: PMC11775470 DOI: 10.1093/gigascience/giae116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2024] [Accepted: 12/06/2024] [Indexed: 01/31/2025] Open
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BACKGROUND In this study, we present an in-depth analysis of the Eurasian minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus) genome, highlighting its genetic diversity, structural variations, and evolutionary adaptations. We generated an annotated haplotype-phased, chromosome-level genome assembly (2n = 50) by integrating high-fidelity (HiFi) long reads and chromosome conformation capture data (Hi-C). RESULTS We achieved a haploid size of 940 megabase pairs (Mbp) for haplome 1 and 929 Mbp for haplome 2 with high scaffold N50 values of 36.4 Mb and 36.6 Mb and BUSCO scores of 96.9% and 97.2%, respectively, indicating a highly complete genome assembly. We detected notable heterozygosity (1.43%) and a high repeat content (approximately 54%), primarily consisting of DNA transposons, which contribute to genome rearrangements and variations. We found substantial structural variations within the genome, including insertions, deletions, inversions, and translocations. These variations affect genes enriched in functions such as dephosphorylation, developmental pigmentation, phagocytosis, immunity, and stress response. In the annotation of protein-coding genes, 30,980 messenger RNAs and 23,497 protein-coding genes were identified with a high completeness score, which further underpins the high contiguity of our genome assemblies. We performed a gene family evolution analysis by comparing our proteome to 10 other teleost species, which identified immune system gene families that prioritize histone-based disease prevention over NB-LRR-related-based immune responses. Additionally, demographic analysis indicates historical fluctuations in the effective population size of P. phoxinus, likely correlating with past climatic changes. CONCLUSIONS This annotated, phased reference genome provides a crucial resource for resolving the taxonomic complexity within the genus Phoxinus and highlights the importance of haplotype-phased assemblies in understanding haplotype diversity in species characterized by high heterozygosity.
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- Temitope Opeyemi Oriowo
- Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change, Museum Koenig Bonn, 53113 Bonn, Germany
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- Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change, Museum Koenig Bonn, 53113 Bonn, Germany
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- Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change, Museum Koenig Bonn, 53113 Bonn, Germany
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- Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change, Museum Koenig Bonn, 53113 Bonn, Germany
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- Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics, Sequencing and Genotyping, 01307 Dresden, Germany
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- Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics, Sequencing and Genotyping, 01307 Dresden, Germany
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- Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics, Sequencing and Genotyping, 01307 Dresden, Germany
- Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, Algorithms for Ecological and Evolutionary Genomics, Okinawa 904-0412, Japan
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- Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change, Museum Koenig Bonn, 53113 Bonn, Germany
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- Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change, Museum Koenig Bonn, 53113 Bonn, Germany
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Xiao K, Jia X, Qiang W, Chang L, Liu W, Zhang D. Tryptophan supplements in high-carbohydrate diets by improving insulin response and glucose transport through PI3K-AKT-GLUT2 pathways in blunt snout bream (Megalobrama amblycephala). J Nutr Biochem 2024; 134:109715. [PMID: 39127308 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnutbio.2024.109715] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2024] [Revised: 07/20/2024] [Accepted: 07/29/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024]
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The aim of this experiment was to elucidate the metabolic ramifications of tryptophan supplementation in the context of high-carbohydrate diet-feeding, which is important for improving feeding strategies in aquaculture in order to improve fish carbohydrate metabolism. Juvenile blunt snout bream with an initial mean body mass of 55.0±0.5 g were allocated to consume one of three experimental diets: CN, a normal diet with carbohydrate content of 30% (w/w); HC, a diet with high carbohydrate content of 43% (w/w); and HL, a high-carbohydrate diet to which 0.8% L-tryptophan (L-trp) had been added. These diets were fed for 8 weeks, and the effects of the carbohydrate and tryptophan contents of the diets were assessed. Histological analysis using Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) and Oil Red O staining revealed that high-carbohydrate intake was associated with abnormal hepatocyte morphology and excessive liver lipid accumulation, which were notably ameliorated by tryptophan supplementation. A significant increase in plasma glucose, glucagon, AGEs (advanced glycation end products), triglycerides, total cholesterol, and a significant decrease in insulin and hepatic glycogen after a high-carbohydrate diet in terms of plasma indices, compared to the control group. Almost all of them were restored to the normal level in the HL group. The present study might preliminarily suggest that tryptophan supplementation ameliorates the imbalance in glucose metabolism of this species induced by a high-carbohydrate diet. Transcriptomics showed that glucose metabolism under high carbohydrate was mainly regulated by the PI3K-AKT signaling pathway. The mRNA expression and protein levels of GLUT2 also varied with this pathway, which would suggest that sustained activation of this pathway with the addition of tryptophan accelerates glucose transport and insulin secretion under high-carbohydrate diet. Subsequent GTT and ITT experiments have also demonstrated that tryptophan improves glucose tolerance and insulin tolerance in blunt snout bream on a high-carbohydrate diet. In conclusion, these findings elucidate the positive regulatory effect of tryptophan on the PI3K-AKT-GLUT2 pathway under a high carbohydrate diet and provide a theoretical basis for the subsequent rational application of high carbohydrate diets in the future.
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- Kang Xiao
- Key Laboratory of Aquatic Nutrition and Feed Science of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Key Laboratory of Aquatic Nutrition and Feed Science of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Key Laboratory of Aquatic Nutrition and Feed Science of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Key Laboratory of Aquatic Nutrition and Feed Science of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- Key Laboratory of Aquatic Nutrition and Feed Science of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Aquatic Nutrition and Feed Science of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China.
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Zhu X, Luo Y, Ma B, Shen Q, Zheng X, Xu M, Sheng Q, Wu J. Chromosome-Level Assembly and Annotation of the Endangered Red-Wing Fish ( Distoechodon macrophthalmus). Genes (Basel) 2024; 15:1536. [PMID: 39766803 PMCID: PMC11675437 DOI: 10.3390/genes15121536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2024] [Revised: 11/26/2024] [Accepted: 11/26/2024] [Indexed: 01/11/2025] Open
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Background/Objectives: The red-wing fish (Distoechodon macrophthalmus), an endangered species native to Yunnan, is endemic to Chenghai Lake. The natural population of this species has suffered a sharp decline due to the invasion of alien fish species. Fortunately, the artificial domestication and reproduction of D. macrophthalmus have been successful and this species has become an economic species locally. However, there is still little research on D. macrophthalmus. Methods: In this study, a high-quality genome of D. macrophthalmus was assembled and annotated. The genome was sequenced and assembled using the PacBio platform and Hi-C method. Results: The genome size is 1.01 Gb and N50 is 37.99 Mb. The assembled contigs were anchored into 24 chromosomes. BUSCO analysis revealed that the genome assembly has 95.6% gene coverage completeness. A total of 455.62 Mb repeat sequences (48.50% of the assembled genome) and 30,424 protein-coding genes were identified in the genome. Conclusions: This study provides essential genomic data for further research on the evolution and conservation of D. macrophthalmus. Meanwhile, the high-quality genome assembly also provides insights into the genomic evolution of the genus Distoechodon.
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- Xiangyun Zhu
- Yangtze River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Wuhan 430223, China; (X.Z.); (B.M.)
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- Wuhan Design and Engineering College, Wuhan 430205, China;
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- Yangtze River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Wuhan 430223, China; (X.Z.); (B.M.)
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- School of Life Sciences, Huzhou University, Huzhou 313000, China; (Q.S.); (X.Z.)
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- School of Life Sciences, Huzhou University, Huzhou 313000, China; (Q.S.); (X.Z.)
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- Yunnan Agricultural Broadcast and Television School, Kunming 650041, China;
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- School of Life Sciences, Huzhou University, Huzhou 313000, China; (Q.S.); (X.Z.)
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- Yunnan Institute of Fishery Sciences Research, Kunming 650111, China
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Liu H, Cui T, Liu H, Zhang J, Luo Q, Fei S, Chen K, Zhu X, Zhu C, Li B, Fang L, Zhao J, Ou M. Chromosome-level genome assembly of the mud carp (Cirrhinus molitorella) using PacBio HiFi and Hi-C sequencing. Sci Data 2024; 11:1249. [PMID: 39562583 PMCID: PMC11577095 DOI: 10.1038/s41597-024-04075-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2024] [Accepted: 11/04/2024] [Indexed: 11/21/2024] Open
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The mud carp (Cirrhinus molitorella) is an important economic farmed fish, mainly distributed in South China and Southeast Asia due to its strong adaptability and high yield. Despite its economic importance, the paucity of genomic information has constrained detailed genetic research and breeding efforts. In this study, we utilized PacBio HiFi long-read sequencing and Hi-C technologies to generate a meticulously assembled chromosome-level genome of the mud carp. This assembly spans 1,033.41 Mb, with an impressive 99.82% distributed across 25 chromosomes. The contig N50 and scaffold N50 are 33.29 Mb and 39.86 Mb, respectively. The completeness of the mud carp genome assembly is highlighted by a BUSCO score of 98.05%. We predict 25,865 protein-coding genes, with a BUSCO score of 96.54%, and functional annotations for 91.83% of these genes. Approximately 52.21% of the genome consists of repeat elements. This high-fidelity genome assembly is a vital resource for advancing molecular breeding, comparative genomics, and evolutionary studies of the mud carp and related species.
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- Haiyang Liu
- Key Laboratory of Tropical and Subtropical Fishery Resources Application and Cultivation, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, China
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- Key Laboratory of Tropical and Subtropical Fishery Resources Application and Cultivation, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, China
- School of Fishery, Zhejiang Ocean University, Zhoushan, 316022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Tropical and Subtropical Fishery Resources Application and Cultivation, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, China
- School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, 315211, China
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- Key Laboratory of Tropical and Subtropical Fishery Resources Application and Cultivation, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, China
- College of Fisheries and Life Sciences, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, 201306, China
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- Key Laboratory of Tropical and Subtropical Fishery Resources Application and Cultivation, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, China
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- Key Laboratory of Tropical and Subtropical Fishery Resources Application and Cultivation, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, China
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- Key Laboratory of Tropical and Subtropical Fishery Resources Application and Cultivation, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, China
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- Key Laboratory of Tropical and Subtropical Fishery Resources Application and Cultivation, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, China
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- School of Life science, Huaiyin Normal University, Huai'an, 223300, China
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- Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Scotland's Rural College (SRUC), Roslin Institute Building, Easter Bush, Midlothian, EH25 9RG, United Kingdom
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- Center for Quantitative Genetics and Genomics, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Key Laboratory of Tropical and Subtropical Fishery Resources Application and Cultivation, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Tropical and Subtropical Fishery Resources Application and Cultivation, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, China.
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Rasal KD, Kumar PV, Risha S, Asgolkar P, Harshavarthini M, Acharya A, Shinde S, Dhere S, Rasal A, Sonwane A, Brahmane M, Sundaray JK, Nagpure N. Genetic improvement and genomic resources of important cyprinid species: status and future perspectives for sustainable production. Front Genet 2024; 15:1398084. [PMID: 39364006 PMCID: PMC11446788 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2024.1398084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 09/02/2024] [Indexed: 10/05/2024] Open
Abstract
Cyprinid species are the most cultured aquatic species around the world in terms of quantity and total value. They account for 25% of global aquaculture production and significantly contribute to fulfilling the demand for fish food. The aquaculture of these species is facing severe concerns in terms of seed quality, rising feed costs, disease outbreaks, introgression of exotic species, environmental impacts, and anthropogenic activities. Numerous researchers have explored biological issues and potential methods to enhance cyprinid aquaculture. Selective breeding is extensively employed in cyprinid species to enhance specific traits like growth and disease resistance. In this context, we have discussed the efforts made to improve important cyprinid aquaculture practices through genetic and genomic approaches. The recent advances in DNA sequencing technologies and genomic tools have revolutionized the understanding of biological research. The generation of a complete genome and other genomic resources in cyprinid species has significantly strengthened molecular-level investigations into disease resistance, growth, reproduction, and adaptation to changing environments. We conducted a comprehensive review of genomic research in important cyprinid species, encompassing genome, transcriptome, proteome, metagenome, epigenome, etc. This review reveals that considerable data has been generated for cyprinid species. However, the seamless integration of this valuable data into genetic selection programs has yet to be achieved. In the upcoming years, genomic techniques, gene transfer, genome editing tools are expected to bring a paradigm shift in sustainable cyprinid aquaculture production. The comprehensive information presented here will offer insights for the cyprinid aquaculture research community.
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- Kiran D Rasal
- ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Liu Y, Zhu W, Zhang Y, Zhang J, Lv M, Su J. Anti-infective immune functions of type IV interferon in grass carp ( Ctenopharyngodon idella): A novel antibacterial and antiviral interferon in lower vertebrates. Zool Res 2024; 45:972-982. [PMID: 39085753 PMCID: PMC11491785 DOI: 10.24272/j.issn.2095-8137.2024.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/07/2024] [Indexed: 08/02/2024] Open
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Type IV interferon (IFN-υ) is a recently discovered cytokine crucial for host defense against viral infections. However, the role and mechanisms of IFN-υ in bacterial infections remain unexplored. This study investigated the antibacterial and antiviral functions and mechanisms of grass carp ( Ctenopharyngodon idella) IFN-υ (CiIFN-υ) both in vivo and in vitro. The CiIFN-υ gene was first identified and characterized in grass carp. Subsequently, the immune expression of CiIFN-υ significantly increased following bacterial challenge, indicating its response to bacterial infections. The eukaryotic recombinant expression plasmid of CiIFN-υ was then constructed and transfected into fathead minnow (FHM) cells. Supernatants were collected and incubated with four bacterial strains, followed by plate spreading and colony counting. Results indicated that CiIFN-υ exhibited more potent antibacterial activity against gram-negative bacteria compared to gram-positive bacteria and aggregated gram-negative bacteria but not gram-positive bacteria. In vivo experiments further confirmed the antibacterial function, showing high survival rates, low tissue edema and damage, reduced tissue bacterial load, and elevated proinflammatory response at the early stages of bacterial infection. In addition, the antiviral function of CiIFN-υ was confirmed through in vitro and in vivo experiments, including crystal violet staining, survival rates, tissue viral burden, and RT-qPCR. This study highlights the antibacterial function and preliminary mechanism of IFN-υ, demonstrating that IFN-υ possesses dual functions against bacterial and viral infections.
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- Yuchen Liu
- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, China
- Laboratory for Marine Biology and Biotechnology, Qingdao Marine Science and Technology Center, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei 430070, China
- Laboratory for Marine Biology and Biotechnology, Qingdao Marine Science and Technology Center, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, China. E-mail:
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Wu L, Gu S, Wen P, Wu L, Li L, Guo S, Ding S. Chromosome-level genome assembly and annotation of the Spinibarbus caldwelli. Sci Data 2024; 11:933. [PMID: 39198473 PMCID: PMC11358287 DOI: 10.1038/s41597-024-03796-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2024] [Accepted: 08/19/2024] [Indexed: 09/01/2024] Open
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Spinibarbus caldwelli is an important freshwater economic fish in China. Owing to uncontrolled fishing, wild resources of S. caldwelli have decreased rapidly and may be on the verge of extinction. In this study, utilizing single-molecule real-time (SMRT) sequencing technology and chromatin interaction mapping (Hi-C) technologies, we assembled the first chromosome-scale genome for S. caldwelli about 1.77 Gb in size, with a contig N50 length of 11.83 Mb and scaffold N50 length of 33.91 Mb. In total 1.72 Gb (97.01%) of the contig sequences were anchored onto fifty chromosomes with the longest scaffold being 56.20 Mb. Furthermore, proximately 49.41% of the genome was composed of repetitive elements. In total, 49,377 protein-coding genes were predicted, of which 47,724 (96.65%) genes have been functionally annotated. The high-quality chromosome-level reference genome and annotation are vital for supporting basic genetic studies and will be contribute to genetic structure, functional elucidation, evolutionary inquiry, and germplasm conservation for S. caldwelli.
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- Lina Wu
- State Key Laboratory of Marine Environment Science, College of Ocean and Earth Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361102, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Marine Environment Science, College of Ocean and Earth Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361102, China
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- Key laboratory of Cultivation and High - value Utilization of Marine Organisms in Fujian Province Fisheries Research institute of Fujian, Xiamen, 361013, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Marine Environment Science, College of Ocean and Earth Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361102, China
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- Key laboratory of Cultivation and High - value Utilization of Marine Organisms in Fujian Province Fisheries Research institute of Fujian, Xiamen, 361013, China
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- Key laboratory of Cultivation and High - value Utilization of Marine Organisms in Fujian Province Fisheries Research institute of Fujian, Xiamen, 361013, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Marine Environment Science, College of Ocean and Earth Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361102, China.
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Wang C, Xiong S, Hu S, Yang L, Huang Y, Chen H, Xu B, Xiao T, Liu Q. Genome-wide identification of Gα family in grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) and reproductive regulation functional characteristics of Cignaq. BMC Genomics 2024; 25:800. [PMID: 39182029 PMCID: PMC11344465 DOI: 10.1186/s12864-024-10717-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/16/2024] [Indexed: 08/27/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The Gα family plays a crucial role in the complex reproductive regulatory network of teleosts. However, the characterization and function of Gα family members, especially Gαq, remain poorly understood in teleosts. To analyze the characterization, expression, and function of grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) Gαq, we identified the Gα family members in grass carp genome, and analyzed the expression, distribution, and signal transduction of Gαq/gnaq. We also explored the role of Gαq in the reproductive regulation of grass carp. RESULTS Our results showed that the grass carp genome contains 27 Gα genes with 46 isoforms, which are divided into four subfamilies: Gαs, Gαi/o, Gαq/11, and Gα12/13. The expression level of Cignaq in the testis was the highest and significantly higher than in other tissues, followed by the hypothalamus and brain. The luteinizing hormone receptor (LHR) was mainly localized to the nucleus in grass carp oocytes, with signals also present in follicular cells. In contrast, Gαq signal was mainly found in the cytoplasm of oocytes, with no signal in follicular cells. In the testis, Gαq and LHR were co-localized in the cytoplasm. Furthermore, the grass carp Gαq recombinant protein significantly promoted Cipgr expression. CONCLUSIONS These results provided preliminary evidence for understanding the role of Gαq in the reproductive regulation of teleosts.
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- Chong Wang
- Fisheries College, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China
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- Fisheries College, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China
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- Fisheries College, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China
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- Fisheries College, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China
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- Fisheries College, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China
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- Fisheries College, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China
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- Fisheries College, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China
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- Fisheries College, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China.
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- Fisheries College, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China.
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Deng WJ, Li QQ, Shuai HN, Wu RX, Niu SF, Wang QH, Miao BB. Whole-Genome Sequencing Analyses Reveal the Evolution Mechanisms of Typical Biological Features of Decapterus maruadsi. Animals (Basel) 2024; 14:1202. [PMID: 38672351 PMCID: PMC11047736 DOI: 10.3390/ani14081202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Revised: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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Decapterus maruadsi is a typical representative of small pelagic fish characterized by fast growth rate, small body size, and high fecundity. It is a high-quality marine commercial fish with high nutritional value. However, the underlying genetics and genomics research focused on D. maruadsi is not comprehensive. Herein, a high-quality chromosome-level genome of a male D. maruadsi was assembled. The assembled genome length was 716.13 Mb with contig N50 of 19.70 Mb. Notably, we successfully anchored 95.73% contig sequences into 23 chromosomes with a total length of 685.54 Mb and a scaffold N50 of 30.77 Mb. A total of 22,716 protein-coding genes, 274.90 Mb repeat sequences, and 10,060 ncRNAs were predicted, among which 22,037 (97%) genes were successfully functionally annotated. The comparative genome analysis identified 459 unique, 73 expanded, and 52 contracted gene families. Moreover, 2804 genes were identified as candidates for positive selection, of which some that were related to the growth and development of bone, muscle, cardioid, and ovaries, such as some members of the TGF-β superfamily, were likely involved in the evolution of typical biological features in D. maruadsi. The study provides an accurate and complete chromosome-level reference genome for further genetic conservation, genomic-assisted breeding, and adaptive evolution research for D. maruadsi.
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- College of Fisheries, Guangdong Ocean University, Zhanjiang 524088, China; (W.-J.D.); (Q.-Q.L.); (H.-N.S.); (R.-X.W.); (Q.-H.W.); (B.-B.M.)
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Yang H, Xiao T, Deng Y, Ding C, Zhang M, Li J, Lv Z. JunD functions as a transcription factor of IL-10 to regulate bacterial infectious inflammation in grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella). Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 258:129045. [PMID: 38159700 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.129045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/23/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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IL-10 is a key anti-inflammatory mediator ensuring the protection of a host from excessive inflammation in response to pathogen infections, whose transcription or expression levels are tightly linked to the onset and progression of infectious diseases. An AP-1 family member called CiJunD was shown to be a transcription factor of IL-10 in grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) in the current study. CiJunD protein harbored the conserved Jun and bZIP domains. Mutant experiments demonstrated that CiJunD bound to three specific sites on IL-10 promoter, i.e., 5'-ATTATTCATA-3', 5'-AGATGAGACATCT-3', and 5'-ATTATTCATC-3', mainly relying on the bZIP domain, and initiated IL-10 transcription. Expression data from the grass carp spleen infected by Aeromonas hydrophila and lipopolysaccharide (LPS) challenged spleen leukocytes indicated that the expressions of CiJunD and IL-10 were positively correlated, while the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines, such as IL-1β, IL-6, IL-8, IFN-γ, and TNF-α, showed an overall downward trend when CiJunD and IL-10 peaked. The ability of CiJunD to down-regulate the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and up-regulate the expression of IL-10, both with and without LPS stimulation, was confirmed by overexpression experiments. Meanwhile, the subcellular fractionation assay revealed that the nuclear translocation of CiJunD was significantly enhanced after the LPS challenge. Moreover, in vivo administration of grass carp with Oxamflatin, a potent agonist of JunD activity, could promote IL-10 but suppress the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines. Intriguingly, tissue inflammation lesions and the survival rates of grass carp infected with A. hydrophila were also significantly improved by Oxamflatin administration. This work sheds light on the regulation mechanism by JunD of IL-10 expression and bacterial infectious inflammation for the first time, and it may present a viable method for preventing infectious diseases in fish by regulating IL-10 expression and inflammatory response.
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- Hong Yang
- Hunan Engineering Technology Research Center of Featured Aquatic Resources Utilization, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha 410128, China
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- Hunan Engineering Technology Research Center of Featured Aquatic Resources Utilization, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha 410128, China.
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- Hunan Engineering Technology Research Center of Featured Aquatic Resources Utilization, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha 410128, China
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- Hunan Engineering Technology Research Center of Featured Aquatic Resources Utilization, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha 410128, China
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- Hunan Engineering Technology Research Center of Featured Aquatic Resources Utilization, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha 410128, China
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- Hunan Engineering Technology Research Center of Featured Aquatic Resources Utilization, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha 410128, China
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- Hunan Engineering Technology Research Center of Featured Aquatic Resources Utilization, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha 410128, China.
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Lv M, Zhang J, Wang W, Jiang R, Su J. Re-identification and characterization of grass carp Ctenopharyngodon idella TLR20. FISH AND SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY REPORTS 2023; 5:100119. [PMID: 37841419 PMCID: PMC10568090 DOI: 10.1016/j.fsirep.2023.100119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2023] [Revised: 10/02/2023] [Accepted: 10/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023] Open
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Toll-like receptors (TLRs) play a crucial role in the recognition of microbial-associated molecular patterns in the innate immune system. Fish TLRs have undergone significant gene expansion to adapt to complex aquatic environments. Among them, TLR20 from the TLR11 family actively responds to viral and bacterial invasions. Previous studies have reported two TLR20s in grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella), and in this study, we revised this conclusion. Based on the latest grass carp genome, we identified a new TLR20 member. These three TLR20s are arranged in tandem on chromosome 9, indicating that they are generated by gene duplication events. They were renamed CiTLR20.1 to CiTLR20.3 based on their chromosomal positions. The CiTLR20s in C. idella exhibit higher similarities with those in Danio rerio, Cyprinus carpio, and Megalobrama amblycephala, and lower similarities with those in other distantly related fish species. Selective pressure analysis revealed low conservation and negative evolution of TLR20s during evolution. The 3D structures of the three TLR20s showed significant differences, reflecting functional variations and different downstream adaptor molecule recruitment. Transcriptome data revealed tissue distribution differences of TLR20s, with TLR20.1 showing relatively low expression levels in all the tissues, while TLR20.2 and TLR20.3 showed higher expression in the head kidney, spleen, and gill. Additionally, TLR20.2 and TLR20.3 actively responded to GCRV-II infection, with higher upregulation of TLR20.2 in response to Aeromonas hydrophila challenge. In conclusion, this study corrected the number of grass carp TLR20 members and analyzed TLR20 from an evolutionary and structural perspective, exploring its role in antiviral and antibacterial defense. This study provides reference for future research on fish TLR20.
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- Maolin Lv
- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
- Laboratory for Marine Biology and Biotechnology, Pilot National Laboratory for Marine Science and Technology, Qingdao 266237, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
- Laboratory for Marine Biology and Biotechnology, Pilot National Laboratory for Marine Science and Technology, Qingdao 266237, China
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Jiang R, Zhu W, Liao Z, Yang C, Su J. TLR7 neo-functionalizes to sense dsRNA and trigger antiviral and antibacterial immunity in non-tetrapod vertebrates. iScience 2023; 26:108315. [PMID: 38025781 PMCID: PMC10679900 DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2023.108315] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Revised: 09/30/2023] [Accepted: 10/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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TLR7 plays a crucial role in sensing viral ssRNA and initiating immune responses. Piscine TLR7 also responds to dsRNA challenge. dsRNA exists in almost all the viruses at specific stages. However, the mechanism on sensing dsRNA by TLR7 remains unknown. In the present study, we employed Ctenopharyngodon idella TLR7 (CiTLR7) to systematically explore the immune functions and mechanisms in teleost. CiTLR7 can directly bind not only ssRNA but also dsRNA at different patches in lysosome, recruit MyD88 as adaptor, and activate the downstream IFN pathway via SLC15A4/TASLa/TASLb/IRF5/IRF7 complex for antiviral and antibacterial infections and AP-1 pathway for pro-inflammatory cytokines. The key binding sites for dsRNA are L29 and L811 in CiTLR7. Further, we found that the function on recognizing dsRNA by TLR7 emerges in pisciformes and loses in tetrapods in evolution. This is the first report on sensing both ssRNA and dsRNA by a TLR member.
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- Rui Jiang
- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
- Laboratory for Marine Biology and Biotechnology, Pilot National Laboratory for Marine Science and Technology, Qingdao 266237, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
- Laboratory for Marine Biology and Biotechnology, Pilot National Laboratory for Marine Science and Technology, Qingdao 266237, China
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Chaung K, Baharav TZ, Henderson G, Zheludev IN, Wang PL, Salzman J. SPLASH: A statistical, reference-free genomic algorithm unifies biological discovery. Cell 2023; 186:5440-5456.e26. [PMID: 38065078 PMCID: PMC10861363 DOI: 10.1016/j.cell.2023.10.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Revised: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 10/26/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023]
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Today's genomics workflows typically require alignment to a reference sequence, which limits discovery. We introduce a unifying paradigm, SPLASH (Statistically Primary aLignment Agnostic Sequence Homing), which directly analyzes raw sequencing data, using a statistical test to detect a signature of regulation: sample-specific sequence variation. SPLASH detects many types of variation and can be efficiently run at scale. We show that SPLASH identifies complex mutation patterns in SARS-CoV-2, discovers regulated RNA isoforms at the single-cell level, detects the vast sequence diversity of adaptive immune receptors, and uncovers biology in non-model organisms undocumented in their reference genomes: geographic and seasonal variation and diatom association in eelgrass, an oceanic plant impacted by climate change, and tissue-specific transcripts in octopus. SPLASH is a unifying approach to genomic analysis that enables expansive discovery without metadata or references.
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- Kaitlin Chaung
- Department of Biomedical Data Science, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA; Department of Biochemistry, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Data Science, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA; Department of Biochemistry, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Data Science, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA; Department of Biochemistry, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Data Science, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA; Department of Biochemistry, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA; Department of Statistics (by courtesy), Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA; Department of Biology (by courtesy), Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA.
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Zhang R, Duan Q, Luo Q, Deng L. PacBio Full-Length Transcriptome of a Tetraploid Sinocyclocheilus multipunctatus Provides Insights into the Evolution of Cavefish. Animals (Basel) 2023; 13:3399. [PMID: 37958154 PMCID: PMC10648740 DOI: 10.3390/ani13213399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 10/21/2023] [Accepted: 10/31/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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Sinocyclocheilus multipunctatus is a second-class nationally protected wild animal in China. As one of the cavefish, S. multipunctatus has strong adaptability to harsh subterranean environments. In this study, we used PacBio SMRT sequencing technology to generate a first representative full-length transcriptome for S. multipunctatus. Sequence clustering analysis obtained 232,126 full-length transcripts. Among all transcripts, 40,487 were annotated in public databases, while 70,300 microsatellites, 2384 transcription factors, and 16,321 long non-coding RNAs were identified. The phylogenetic tree showed that S. multipunctatus shows a closer relationship to Carassius auratus and Cyprinus carpio, phylogenetically diverging from the common ancestor ~14.74 million years ago (Mya). We also found that between 15.6 and 17.5 Mya, S. multipunctatus also experienced an additional whole-genome duplication (WGD) event, which may have promoted the species evolution of S. multipunctatus. Meanwhile, the overall rates of evolutionary of polyploid S. multipunctatus were significantly higher than those of the other cyprinids, and 220 positively selected genes (PSGs) were identified in two sub-genomes of S. multipunctatus. These PSGs are likely to fulfill critical roles in the process of adapting to diverse cave environments. This study has the potential to facilitate future investigations into the genomic characteristics of S. multipunctatus and provide valuable insights into revealing the evolutionary history of polyploid S. multipunctatus.
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Guo T, Feng S, Zhang Y, Li W, Qin Y, Li Z. Chromosome-level genome assembly of Bactrocera correcta provides insights into its adaptation and invasion mechanisms. Genomics 2023; 115:110736. [PMID: 39491176 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygeno.2023.110736] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2023] [Revised: 10/14/2023] [Accepted: 10/26/2023] [Indexed: 11/05/2024]
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Bactrocera correcta is an invasive polyphagous pest with significant ecological and economic implications. Understanding its genetic characteristics and the molecular mechanisms that drive its rapid adaptation to new environments requires genomic information. In this study, we successfully assembled the chromosome-level genome of B. correcta using PacBio long-read sequencing, Illumina sequencing, and chromatin conformation capture (Hi-C) methods. The final genome assembly spans a total length of 702.65 Mb. We managed to anchor approximately 86.88% of the assembled contigs into 6 linkage groups, ranging from 17.97 Mb to 166.49 Mb. Additionally, our analysis predicted a total of 21,015 genes, with repetitive sequences accounting for 58.22% of the genome. We further identified retroelements and DNA transposons as the major contributors to the larger size of the B. correcta genome, constituting 36.06% and 30.92% of the repetitive sequences, respectively. Our divergence time estimation placed B. correcta's split from other Bactrocera species at around 5.99-16.71 million years ago. Through gene family analyses, we discovered significant expansions in sensing-related gene families (IR, GR), heat shock proteins (HSP60), and resistance-related gene families (ABC) in B. correcta compared to its closest relatives. Transcriptomic analysis revealed substantial upregulation of HSP genes, especially those from the HSP20 subfamily, in response to high temperatures. The availability of this reference genome serves as a foundation for the identification of precise target genes in B. correcta, facilitating molecular prevention and control strategies.
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- Tengda Guo
- Department of Plant Biosecurity, College of Plant Protection, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China; Key Laboratory of Surveillance and Management for Plant Quarantine Pests, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing 100193, China
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- Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, China
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- Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development in Agriculture, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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- Department of Plant Biosecurity, College of Plant Protection, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China; Key Laboratory of Surveillance and Management for Plant Quarantine Pests, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing 100193, China
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- Department of Plant Biosecurity, College of Plant Protection, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China; Key Laboratory of Surveillance and Management for Plant Quarantine Pests, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing 100193, China; Sanya Institute of China Agricultural University, Sanya 572025, China.
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- Department of Plant Biosecurity, College of Plant Protection, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China; Key Laboratory of Surveillance and Management for Plant Quarantine Pests, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing 100193, China; Sanya Institute of China Agricultural University, Sanya 572025, China.
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Pan YR, Wu CS, Zhong YQ, Zhang YA, Zhang XJ. An Atlas of Grass Carp IgM+ B Cells in Homeostasis and Bacterial Infection Helps to Reveal the Unique Heterogeneity of B Cells in Early Vertebrates. JOURNAL OF IMMUNOLOGY (BALTIMORE, MD. : 1950) 2023; 211:964-980. [PMID: 37578390 DOI: 10.4049/jimmunol.2300052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023]
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Teleost B cells are primitive lymphocytes with both innate and adaptive immune functions. However, the heterogeneity and differentiation trajectory of teleost B cells remain largely unknown. In this study, the landscape of grass carp IgM+ (gcIgM+) B cells was revealed by single-cell RNA sequencing. The results showed that gcIgM+ B cells mainly comprise six populations: (im)mature B cells, innate B cells, proliferating B cells, plasma cells, CD22+ cells, and CD34+ cells, among which innate B cells and proliferating B cells were uncommon B cell subsets with, to our knowledge, new characteristics. Remarkably, three functional IgMs were discovered in grass carp, and a significant percentage of gcIgM+ B cells, especially plasma cells, expressed multiple Igμ genes (Igμ1, Igμ2, and/or Igμ3). More importantly, through single-cell sorting combined with Sanger sequencing, we found that distinct VHDJH recombination patterns of Igμ genes were present in single IgM+ B cells, indicating that individual teleost B cells might produce multiple Abs by coexpressing rearranged IgM subclass genes. Moreover, the percentage of IgM1highIgM2highIgM3high plasma cells increased significantly after bacterial infection, suggesting that individual plasma cells might tend to produce multiple IgMs to resist the infection in teleost fish. In summary, to our knowledge, this study not only helps to uncover the unique heterogeneity of B cells in early vertebrates but also provided significant new evidence supporting the recently proposed "one cell-multiple Abs" paradigm, challenging the classical rule of "one cell-one Ab."
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- Yi-Ru Pan
- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Pathogenic Biology and Epidemiology for Aquatic Economic Animals, Zhanjiang, China
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Chaung K, Baharav TZ, Henderson G, Zheludev IN, Wang PL, Salzman J. [WITHDRAWN] SPLASH: a statistical, reference-free genomic algorithm unifies biological discovery. BIORXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR BIOLOGY 2023:2023.07.17.549408. [PMID: 37503014 PMCID: PMC10370119 DOI: 10.1101/2023.07.17.549408] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/29/2023]
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The authors have withdrawn this manuscript due to a duplicate posting of manuscript number BIORXIV/2022/497555. Therefore, the authors do not wish this work to be cited as reference for the project. If you have any questions, please contact the corresponding author. The correct preprint can be found at doi: https://doi.org/10.1101/2022.06.24.497555.
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Li F, Li PF, Hao XD. Circular RNAs in ferroptosis: regulation mechanism and potential clinical application in disease. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1173040. [PMID: 37332354 PMCID: PMC10272566 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1173040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 06/20/2023] Open
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Ferroptosis, an iron-dependent non-apoptotic form of cell death, is reportedly involved in the pathogenesis of various diseases, particularly tumors, organ injury, and degenerative pathologies. Several signaling molecules and pathways have been found to be involved in the regulation of ferroptosis, including polyunsaturated fatty acid peroxidation, glutathione/glutathione peroxidase 4, the cysteine/glutamate antiporter system Xc-, ferroptosis suppressor protein 1/ubiquinone, and iron metabolism. An increasing amount of evidence suggests that circular RNAs (circRNAs), which have a stable circular structure, play important regulatory roles in the ferroptosis pathways that contribute to disease progression. Hence, ferroptosis-inhibiting and ferroptosis-stimulating circRNAs have potential as novel diagnostic markers or therapeutic targets for cancers, infarctions, organ injuries, and diabetes complications linked to ferroptosis. In this review, we summarize the roles that circRNAs play in the molecular mechanisms and regulatory networks of ferroptosis and their potential clinical applications in ferroptosis-related diseases. This review furthers our understanding of the roles of ferroptosis-related circRNAs and provides new perspectives on ferroptosis regulation and new directions for the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of ferroptosis-related diseases.
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An efficient, fast and inexpensive method for genomic DNA extraction of fish tissue. Mol Biol Rep 2023; 50:3963-3968. [PMID: 36826682 DOI: 10.1007/s11033-023-08317-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2022] [Accepted: 01/31/2023] [Indexed: 02/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND DNA extraction is an essential step for many genetic techniques like PCR and other molecular analyses. Based on the method of extraction and type of tissue used, the quality of extracted DNA for genetic studies varies. An appropriate extraction method is evaluated by the high concentration and purity of DNA. Thus, this study aimed to find a more efficient and effective method of DNA extraction from fish tissues and compare it to commercially available kits. METHODS AND RESULTS A total of 200 fish tissue samples were extracted using each method and then validated with restriction enzymes and PCR amplification. The result revealed that the mean quantity of the isolated genomic DNA, when measured by Nanodrop for grass and common carp, was estimated at (624.41 ± 34.51) µg/ml and (651.27 ± 46.31) µg/ml, respectively, and the purity of this DNA was about (1.83 ± 0.04) and (1.88 ± 0.03) respectively, as compared to commercial extraction kits. Furthermore, gel electrophoresis was performed on the PCR-ready DNA, and the results were confirmed with restriction enzymes and PCR amplification. Based on results obtained from restriction enzymes and PCR analysis, it was determined that no significant inhibitors existed for the enzymes that were used in molecular biology reactions. CONCLUSION As a result, this technique provides an efficient and versatile alternative to the traditional method for obtaining bulk amounts of highly qualified DNA from fish tissue and can be easily used for subsequent analyses such as PCR and several molecular experiments on other fish species.
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Liu K, Xie N, Wang Y, Liu X. Contribution bias of parental genomes to the hybrid lineages of black Amur bream and topmouth culter revealed by low-coverage whole-genome sequencing. Gene 2023; 852:147058. [PMID: 36423776 DOI: 10.1016/j.gene.2022.147058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2022] [Revised: 11/11/2022] [Accepted: 11/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Interspecific hybridization has the potential to increase animal genetic diversity, enable the introgression of advantageous genetic variation, and even create hybrid lineages. Using the low-coverage whole-genome sequencing data of black Amur bream (Megalobrama terminalis [SJ]), topmouth culter (Culter alburnus [QZ]), and their hybrid progeny, we focused on the sequence variation and contribution bias to the genomic composition of the hybrid lineages of SJ♀ × QZ♂ [ZJ] and QZ♀ × SJ♂ [FJ]. Both mash-based genetic distance analysis and variant analysis based on various reference genomes revealed that the hybrid lineages' genomes are more prone to QZ composition. Furthermore, we assess the degree of subgenomic intermixing between parents QZ and SJ in the FJ and ZJ hybrid lineages. In the Jaccard index-zero genomic area, 89.41% of the genomic region in ZJ and 90.23% in FJ are entirely from one of the parental genomes. This genomic area is primarily from QZ, regardless of FJ or ZJ. In FJ, the proportion is 55.70%; in ZJ, the proportion is 54.60%. Using the reference-free variant discovery tool, we identified two InDel markers (Both were SSR-type InDel markers) and one (T/A)-type SNP marker that displayed differences in agarose electrophoresis. Our current findings suggest that parental genomic contribution bias leads to an imbalance in the genomic composition of hybrid lineages. The genomic composition bias is connected to species but not maternal effects, giving insights into the development of vertebrate genomes shortly after hybridization.
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- Kai Liu
- Institute of Fishery Science, Hangzhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310024, China.
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- Institute of Fishery Science, Hangzhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310024, China
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- Institute of Fishery Science, Hangzhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310024, China
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- Institute of Fishery Science, Hangzhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310024, China
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Liu X, Hu YZ, Pan YR, Liu J, Jiang YB, Zhang YA, Zhang XJ. Comparative study on antibacterial characteristics of the multiple liver expressed antimicrobial peptides (LEAPs) in teleost fish. Front Immunol 2023; 14:1128138. [PMID: 36891317 PMCID: PMC9986249 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1128138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2022] [Accepted: 02/02/2023] [Indexed: 02/22/2023] Open
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Antimicrobial peptides are important components of the host innate immune system, forming the first line of defense against infectious microorganisms. Among them, liver-expressed antimicrobial peptides (LEAPs) are a family of antimicrobial peptides that widely exist in vertebrates. LEAPs include two types, named LEAP-1 and LEAP-2, and many teleost fish have two or more LEAP-2s. In this study, LEAP-2C from rainbow trout and grass carp were discovered, both of which are composed of 3 exons and 2 introns. The antibacterial functions of the multiple LEAPs were systematically compared in rainbow trout and grass carp. The gene expression pattern revealed that rainbow trout and grass carp LEAP-1, LEAP-2A, LEAP-2B and/or LEAP-2C were differentially expressed in various tissues/organs, mainly in liver. After bacterial infection, the expression levels of LEAP-1, LEAP-2A, LEAP-2B and/or LEAP-2C in the liver and gut of rainbow trout and grass carp increased to varying degrees. Moreover, the antibacterial assay and bacterial membrane permeability assay showed that rainbow trout and grass carp LEAP-1, LEAP-2A, LEAP-2B and LEAP-2C all have antibacterial activities against a variety of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria with varying levels through membrane rupture. Furthermore, cell transfection assay showed that only rainbow trout LEAP-1, but not LEAP-2, can lead to the internalization of ferroportin, the only iron exporter on cell surface, indicating that only LEAP-1 possess iron metabolism regulation activity in teleost fish. Taken together, this study systematically compared the antibacterial function of LEAPs in teleost fish and the results suggest that multiple LEAPs can enhance the immunity of teleost fish through different expression patterns and different antibacterial activities to various bacteria.
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- Xun Liu
- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China.,Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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Liu L, Liu Q, Gao T. Genome-wide survey reveals the phylogenomic relationships of Chirolophisjaponicus Herzenstein, 1890 (Stichaeidae, Perciformes). Zookeys 2022; 1129:55-72. [PMID: 36761850 PMCID: PMC9836534 DOI: 10.3897/zookeys.1129.91543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2022] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Fish are the largest vertebrate group, consisting of more than 30 000 species with important ecological and economical value, while less than 3% of fish genomes have been published. Herein, a fish, Chirolophisjaponicus, was sequenced using the next-generation sequencing. Approximately 595.7 megabase pair of the C.japonicus genome was assembled (49 901 contigs with 42.61% GC contents), leading to a prediction of 46 729 protein-coding gene models. A total of 554 136 simple sequence repeats was identified in the whole genome of C.japonicus, and dinucleotide microsatellite motifs were the most abundant, accounting for 59.49%. Phylogenomic analysis of 16 genomes based on the 694 single-copy genes suggests that C.japonicus is closely related with Anarrhichthysocellatus, Cebidichthysviolaceus, and Pholisgunnellus. The results provide more thorough genetic information of C.japonicus and a theoretical basis and reference for further genome-wide analysis.
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- Lu Liu
- Naval Architecture and Port Engineering College, Shandong Jiaotong University, Weihai, ChinaShandong Jiaotong UniversityWeihaiChina
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- Wuhan Onemore-tech Co., Ltd. Wuhan, Hubei, ChinaWuhan Onemore-tech Co., LtdWuhanChina
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- Fishery College, Zhejiang Ocean University, Zhoushan, Zhejiang, ChinaZhejiang Ocean UniversityZhoushanChina,Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Mariculture and Enhancement, Zhejiang Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Zhoushan, ChinaZhejiang Marine Fisheries Research InstituteZhoushanChina
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Chromosome-Level Assembly of Male Opsariichthys bidens Genome Provides Insights into the Regulation of the GnRH Signaling Pathway and Genome Evolution. BIOLOGY 2022; 11:biology11101500. [PMID: 36290404 PMCID: PMC9598921 DOI: 10.3390/biology11101500] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Revised: 10/11/2022] [Accepted: 10/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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The hook snout carp Opsariichthys bidens is an important farmed fish in East Asia that shows sexual dimorphism in growth, with males growing faster and larger than females. To understand these complex traits and improve molecular breeding, chromosome-level genome assembly of male O. bidens was performed using Illumina, Nanopore, and Hi-C sequencing. The 992.9 Mb genome sequences with a contig N50 of 5.2 Mb were anchored to 38 chromosomes corresponding to male karyotypes. Of 30,922 functionally annotated genes, 97.5% of BUSCO genes were completely detected. Genome evolution analysis showed that the expanded and contracted gene families in the male O. bidens genome were enriched in 76 KEGG pathways, and 78 expanded genes were involved in the GnRH signaling pathway that regulates the synthesis and secretion of luteinizing hormone and glycoprotein hormones, further acting on male growth by inducing growth hormone. Compared to the released female O. bidens genome, the number of annotated genes in males was much higher (23,992). The male chromosome LG06 exhibited over 97% identity with the female GH14/GH38. Male-specific genes were identified for LG06, where structural variation, including deletions and insertions, occurred at a lower rate, suggesting a centric fusion of acrocentric chromosomes GH14 and GH38. The genome-synteny analysis uncovered significant inter-chromosome conservation between male O. bidens and grass carp, the former originating from ancestral chromosome breakage to increase the chromosome number. Our results provide a valuable genetic resource for studying the regulation of sexual dimorphism, sex-determining mechanisms, and molecular-guided breeding of O. bidens.
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Animal board invited review: Widespread adoption of genetic technologies is key to sustainable expansion of global aquaculture. Animal 2022; 16:100642. [PMID: 36183431 PMCID: PMC9553672 DOI: 10.1016/j.animal.2022.100642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2022] [Revised: 08/31/2022] [Accepted: 09/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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The extent of application of genetic technologies to aquaculture production varies widely by species and geography. Achieving a more universal application of seed derived from scientifically based breeding programmes is an important goal in order to meet increasing global demands for seafood production. This article reviews the status of genetic technologies across the world’s top 10 highly produced species. Opportunities and barriers to achieving broad-scale uptake of genetic technologies in global aquaculture are discussed. A future outlook for potential disruptive genetic technologies and how they might affect global aquaculture production is given.
Aquaculture production comprises a diverse range of species, geographies, and farming systems. The application of genetics and breeding technologies towards improved production is highly variable, ranging from the use of wild-sourced seed through to advanced family breeding programmes augmented by genomic techniques. This technical variation exists across some of the most highly produced species globally, with several of the top ten global species by volume generally lacking well-managed breeding programmes. Given the well-documented incremental and cumulative benefits of genetic improvement on production, this is a major missed opportunity. This short review focusses on (i) the status of application of selective breeding in the world’s most produced aquaculture species, (ii) the range of genetic technologies available and the opportunities they present, and (iii) a future outlook towards realising the potential contribution of genetic technologies to aquaculture sustainability and global food security.
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Lu TZ, Liu X, Wu CS, Ma ZY, Wang Y, Zhang YA, Zhang XJ. Molecular and Functional Analyses of the Primordial Costimulatory Molecule CD80/86 and Its Receptors CD28 and CD152 (CTLA-4) in a Teleost Fish. Front Immunol 2022; 13:885005. [PMID: 35784316 PMCID: PMC9245511 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.885005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2022] [Accepted: 05/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The moderate activation of T cells in mammals requires the costimulatory molecules, CD80 and CD86, on antigen-presenting cells to interact with their respective T cell receptors, CD28 and CD152 (CTLA-4), to promote costimulatory signals. In contrast, teleost fish (except salmonids) only possess CD80/86 as their sole primordial costimulatory molecule. However, the mechanism, which underlies the interaction between CD80/86 and its receptors CD28 and CD152 still requires elucidation. In this study, we cloned and identified the CD80/86, CD28, and CD152 genes of the grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella). The mRNA expression analysis showed that CD80/86, CD28, and CD152 were constitutively expressed in various tissues. Further analysis revealed that CD80/86 was highly expressed in IgM+ B cells. Conversely, CD28 and CD152 were highly expressed in CD4+ and CD8+ T cells. Subcellular localization illustrated that CD80/86, CD28, and CD152 are all located on the cell membrane. A yeast two-hybrid assay exhibited that CD80/86 can bind with both CD28 and CD152. In vivo assay showed that the expression of CD80/86 was rapidly upregulated in Aeromonas hydrophila infected fish compared to the control fish. However, the expression of CD28 and CD152 presented the inverse trend, suggesting that teleost fish may regulate T cell activation through the differential expression of CD28 and CD152. Importantly, we discovered that T cells were more likely to be activated by A. hydrophila after CD152 was blocked by anti-CD152 antibodies. This suggests that the teleost CD152 is an inhibitory receptor of T cell activation, which is similar to the mammalian CD152. Overall, this study begins to define the interaction feature between primordial CD80/86 and its receptors CD28 and CD152 in teleost fish, alongside providing a cross-species understanding of the evolution of the costimulatory signals throughout vertebrates.
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- Tao-Zhen Lu
- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
- Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Pathogenic Biology and Epidemiology for Aquatic Economic Animals, Guangdong Ocean University, Zhanjiang, China
- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
- Laboratory for Marine Biology and Biotechnology, Pilot National Laboratory for Marine Science and Technology, Qingdao, China
- *Correspondence: Yong-An Zhang, ; Xu-Jie Zhang,
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, College of Fisheries, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
- Engineering Research Center of Green Development for Conventional Aquatic Biological Industry in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Pathogenic Biology and Epidemiology for Aquatic Economic Animals, Guangdong Ocean University, Zhanjiang, China
- *Correspondence: Yong-An Zhang, ; Xu-Jie Zhang,
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