Water is essential for the growth period of crops;however,water unavailability badly affects the growth and physiological attributes of crops,which considerably reduced the yield and yield components in crops.Therefor...Water is essential for the growth period of crops;however,water unavailability badly affects the growth and physiological attributes of crops,which considerably reduced the yield and yield components in crops.Therefore,a pot experiment was conducted to investigate the effect of foliar phosphorus(P)on morphological,gas exchange,biochemical traits,and phosphorus use efficiency(PUE)of maize(Zea mays L.)hybrids grown under normal as well as water deficit situations at the Department of Agronomy,University of Agriculture Faisalabad,Pakistan in 2014.Two different treatments(control and P@8 kg ha^(−1))and four hybrids(Hycorn,31P41,65625,and 32B33)of maize were tested by using a randomized complete block design(RCBD)with three replications.Results showed that the water stress caused a remarkable decline in total soluble protein(9.7%),photosynthetic rate(9.4%)and transpiration rate(13.4%),stomatal conductance(10.2%),and internal CO_(2)rate(20.4%)comparative to well-watered control.An increase of 37.1%,36.8%,and 24.5%were recorded for proline,total soluble sugar,and total free amino acid,respectively.However,foliar P application minimized the negative impact of drought by improving plant growth,physio-biochemical attributes,and PUE in maize plants under water stress conditions.Among the hybrids tested,the hybrid 6525 performed better both under stress and non-stress conditions.These outcomes confirmed that the exogenous application of P improved drought stress tolerance by modulating growth,physio-biochemical attributes,and PUE of maize hybrids.展开更多
The aim of the present work was to isolate <em>Bacillus</em> spp. With high lipase activity;to characterize the isolates using both biochemical and molecular methods;to produce lipase using <em>Bacil...The aim of the present work was to isolate <em>Bacillus</em> spp. With high lipase activity;to characterize the isolates using both biochemical and molecular methods;to produce lipase using <em>Bacillus</em> isolates and to study the biochemical and biophysical characteristics of the produced lipase. Sixty five <em>Bacillus</em> isolates were isolated from soil 20 isolates from guar field soil (G), 15 isolates from Abusabein field soil (B), 15 isolates from sun flower field soil (S) and 15 isolates from oil effluent (O). Lipase producing isolates were screened;a Chromogenic plate’s method was used. Enzyme activity was quantitatively assayed. Lipase production under submerged fermentation (SMF) conditions using a production medium that contained metal salts, Tween-20 and olive oil as substrate at different period 24, 48, 72 and 96 h, the optimum pH, temperature for lipase activity was determinated and kinetics as well. The isolates showed the highest lipase activity which was identified as Bacillus sp. The optimum pH, temperature, thermostability and kinetic of the produced enzymes were found in three isolates G14, O1 and B10 with the highest enzyme activity and best stability. The isolates G14, O1 and B10 revealed the highest lipase activity of 63.4, 41.2 and 28.3 U/ml, respectively. The results showed optimum pH of the lipase activity from isolates G14, O1 and B10 8.0, 6.0 and 6.0 and the optimum temperature 40, 60 and 75<span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;">˚</span></span></span></span>C, respectively. Lipase enzymes from isolates O1 and B10 were found to be more thermostable after incubation time for 120 min at 90<span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;">˚</span></span></span></span>C. The V<sub>max</sub> and K<sub>m</sub> values of lipase for isolates G14, OI and B10 were 17.6, 135 and 24.4 μmole<span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;">∙</span></span></span></span>min<span style="white-space:nowrap;"><sup><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;">−</span></span></span></span></sup></span><sup>1</sup> and 1.3, 1.6 and 0.681 mM, respectively. According to these results <em>Bacillus</em> spp. with high lipase activity and thermostability can be used to promote food, pharmaceuticals, paper, detergents agrochemicals industries and pollution control in Sudan.展开更多
Soluble invertase was purified from pea (Pisum sativum L.) by sequential procedures entailing ammonium sulfate precipitation, DEAE-Sepharose column, Con-A- and Green 19-Sepharose affinity columns, hydroxyapatite col...Soluble invertase was purified from pea (Pisum sativum L.) by sequential procedures entailing ammonium sulfate precipitation, DEAE-Sepharose column, Con-A- and Green 19-Sepharose affinity columns, hydroxyapatite column, ultra-filtration, and Sephacryl 300 gel filtration. The purified soluble acid (SAC) and alkaline (SALK) invertases had a pH optimum of 5.3 and 7.3, respectively. The temperature optimum of two invertases was 37 ℃. The effects of various concentrations of Tris-HCI, HgCI2, and CuSO4 on the activities of the two purified enzymes were examined. Tris-HCI and HgCI2 did not affect SAC activity, whereas 10 mM Tris-HCI and 0.05 mM HgCI2 inhibited SALK activity by about 50%. SAC and SALK were inhibited by 4.8 mM and 0.6 mM CuSO4 by 50%, respectively. The enzymes display typical hyperbolic saturation kinetics for sucrose hydrolysis. The Kms of SAC and SALK were determined to be 1.8 and 38.6 mM, respectively. The molecular masses of SAC shown by sodium dodecyl sulfate-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis and immunoblotting were 22 kDa and 45 kDa. The molecular mass of SALK was 30 kDa. Iso-electric points of the SAC and SALK were estimated to be about pH 7.0 and pH 5.7, respectively.展开更多
Metallothioneins in Caenorhahditis elegans (CeMT-Ⅰ and Ⅱ) were punned by the combination of gel filtration ion-exchange chromatography.and high-performance liquid chromatography.Amino acid compositions and amino-ter...Metallothioneins in Caenorhahditis elegans (CeMT-Ⅰ and Ⅱ) were punned by the combination of gel filtration ion-exchange chromatography.and high-performance liquid chromatography.Amino acid compositions and amino-terminal sequences of CeMT-Ⅰ and Ⅱ were slightly different from those of vertebrate MTs previously reported, although cysteine residue contents were relatively high.Enzyme immunoassay using anti-CeMT-Ⅱ antibody showed the difference of antigenicity to rat MT-Ⅰ and Ⅱ and even to CeMT-Ⅰ. Immunohistochemical staining revealed the existence of CeMT-Ⅱ in the intestine and the eggs, suggesting the role of MT in detoxification and homeostasis of heavv metals. 1990 Academic Press.Inc.展开更多
This study reports the protease production from Aspergillus tamarii using agroindustrial residues as substrate for solid-state fermentation (SSF) and biochemical characterization. The highest protease production was o...This study reports the protease production from Aspergillus tamarii using agroindustrial residues as substrate for solid-state fermentation (SSF) and biochemical characterization. The highest protease production was obtained using wheat bran as substrate at 72 h fermentation with maximum proteolytic activity of 401.42 U/mL, collagenase of 243.0 U/mL and keratinase of 19.1 U/mL. The protease exhibited K<sub>M</sub> = 18.7 mg/mL and Vmax = 28.5 mg/mL/min. The optimal pH was 8.0 and stable in a wide pH range (5.0 - 11.0) during 24 h. The optimum temperature was 40°C. The proteolytic activity was inhibited by Cu<sup>2+</sup> (33.98%) and Hg<sup>2+</sup> (22.69%). The enzyme was also inhibited by PMSF (65.11%), indicating that is a Serine Protease. These properties suggest that alkaline protease from A. tamarii URM4634 is suitable for application in food industries and leather processing. Additionally, the present findings opened new vistas in the utilization of wheat bran and other effective agroindustrial wastes as substrates for SSF.展开更多
A field experiment was conducted at the experimental farm of Hamelmalo Agricultural College during summer 2017,to evaluate the agronomic,physiological,and biochemical performance of the collected Eritrean germplasm of...A field experiment was conducted at the experimental farm of Hamelmalo Agricultural College during summer 2017,to evaluate the agronomic,physiological,and biochemical performance of the collected Eritrean germplasm of pearl millet.A total of 16 accessions were tested,out of which 2 were improved varieties included as a check.The experiment was laid out in 4 x 4 Simple Lattice Design with Randomized Block using 4 replications with a gross plot size of 3.0 m x 1.2 m,row to row spacing of 75 cm and plant to plant spacing of 30 cm.The data collected were Agronomic parameters(growth,development,yield,and yield contributing characters);Physiological parameters(Relative water content and Water Use Efficiency);and Biochemical parameters(crude fat,crude fiber,protein content,TSS,and ash content).The data were analyzed using GENSTAT software and correlation analysis was worked to see the positive and negative contribution of agronomic,physiological,and biochemical attributes.The results of the study showed that Bariyay908 and Kona being statistically at par with Bariyay 910,Hagaz,Zibedi,Shleti,Delkata,Tokroray,and Kunama produced significantly higher grain yield.However,among these Baryay908 because of its superior agronomic characteristics,lower incidence of downy mildew,relatively higher water use efficiency and higher crude protein content were found to be comparatively superior to the check improved varieties Kona and Hagaz.Grain yield has shown a positive and significant correlation with harvest index,number of seeds per panicle,panicle length,leaf area and water use efficiency.These promising accessions need to be further tested for future breeding programs to develop varieties higher in productivity and resistant to downy mildew under semi-arid conditions of Eritrea.展开更多
Trypanosomiasis afflicts about 6~7 million people globally and to a large extent impedes livestock production in Africa.Naturally,trypanosomal parasites undergo genetic mutation and have developed resistance over a wi...Trypanosomiasis afflicts about 6~7 million people globally and to a large extent impedes livestock production in Africa.Naturally,trypanosomal parasites undergo genetic mutation and have developed resistance over a wide range of therapies.The utilization of animals and plants products has presented therapeutic potential for identifying novel anti-trypanosomal drugs.This study evaluated toad venom for anti-trypanosomal potency in-vivo in Swiss mice.Toads were collected from July to August 2019.The acute oral toxicity and biochemical characterization of the toad venom were determined.The experimental mice were administered various doses(130 mg/kg,173 mg/kg and 217 mg/kg)of the toad venom crude extract and 0.75 mg/mL of Diamizan Plus standard drug for the treatment of trypanosomiasis,once daily for 3 days.The in-vivo anti-trypanosomal activity was evaluated by a curative test,after infecting the mice with Trypanosoma brucei brucei.The pre-patent period was 72 hours before treatment commenced.The overall results showed that trypanosomal load was highest in the control group while the group treated with Diamizan drug had the least trypanosomal load.As such,the mean trypanosomal load in relation to treatments showed a very high significant difference(P<0.05).Also,the mean trypanosomal load in Swiss mice in relation to the highest dosage of toad venom versus Diamizan drug showed a very high significant difference(P<0.05).The mean change in relation to the haematological parameters across treatments groups varied significantly(P<0.05)with the exception of Hb which showed no significant difference(P>0.05)across treatment groups.The over 50%reduction in the trypanosomal load in the 130 mg/kg group in comparison with the control group brings to bare the anti-trypanosomal potency of the toad venom.The anti-trypanosomal activity demonstrated by the toad venom has provided basis for development of new therapeutic agents from different toad species.The study recommends further studies(both in-vivo and in-vitro)followed by the characterization of the active compounds present in the toad venom responsible for the anti-tyrpanosomal activity observed alongside the management and conservation of these species.展开更多
A lipase from Sporisorium reilianum SRZ2(SRL)with 73%amino acid sequence identity to Candida antarctica lipase B(CALB)was cloned and overexpressed in Pichia pastoris.The recombinant SRL showed a preference for short-c...A lipase from Sporisorium reilianum SRZ2(SRL)with 73%amino acid sequence identity to Candida antarctica lipase B(CALB)was cloned and overexpressed in Pichia pastoris.The recombinant SRL showed a preference for short-chain p-nitrophenyl esters.It achieved maximum activity at pH 8.0 and 65°C for p-nitrophenyl hexanoate(C6)with Km and kcar/Km values of 0.14 mmol·L-1 and 1712 min 1.mmol·L-1 at 30℃,respec-tively.SRL displayed excellent thermostability and pH stability,retaining more than 79%of its initial activity after incubation at 60℃ for 72h and 75%atpH 3to 11 for 72 h.It also maintained most of its activity in the presence of inhibitors and detergents except sodium dodecyl sulfate,and it tolerated organic solvents.SRL was covalently immobilized and successfully used for ethyl hexanoate synthesis in cyclohexane or in a solvent-free system with a high conversion yield(>95%).Furthermore,high con-version yield was also achieved for the synthesis of various short-chain flavor esters when high substrate concentra-tions of2 mol.LI were applied.This study indicated that a.CALB-type lipase from S.reiliamum SRZ2 showed great potential in organic ester synthesis.展开更多
Phyllosticta species associated with diseases of four commercial Citrus species grown in China are reported.Totally,496 Phyllosticta strains were isolated from mandarins(Citrus reticulata),pomeloes(C.maxima),oranges(C...Phyllosticta species associated with diseases of four commercial Citrus species grown in China are reported.Totally,496 Phyllosticta strains were isolated from mandarins(Citrus reticulata),pomeloes(C.maxima),oranges(C.sinensis)and lemons(C.limon)in the main citrus producing regions across China,and 74 strains were selected for phylogenetic analysis.Analyses inferred from the sequences of internal transcribed spacer region(ITS1,5.8S nrDNA and ITS2),partial translation elongation factor 1-alpha(TEF1)and partial actin gene(ACT),showed these representative Phyllosticta isolates clustered in four distinct clades corresponding to three known,and one undescribed species.The newly resolved taxon,Phyllosticta citrichinaensis was isolated from leaves and fruits of all four Citrus species and is introduced in this paper.This taxon caused minor damage,showing irregular spots or freckles.Phyllosticta citriasiana,associated with tan spot of pomeloes,was isolated only from pomeloes,and never from lemons,mandarins and oranges.Phyllosticta citricarpa,the citrus black spot pathogen,which is presently subjected to phytosanitary legislation in the EU and United States,was isolated from lemons,mandarins and oranges,but never from pomeloes.The isolates of P.citricarpa clustered in two subclades,one from mandarins,the other from oranges and lemons.P.capitalensis was isolated from all four Citrus species as an endophyte,causing false melanose,or together with P.citricarpa or P.citriasiana.Morphological,cultural and biochemical characters were consistent with the results of phylogenetic analysis.In addition,a specific primer pair Pca8/ITS4 was designed and selected,and its corresponding PCR procedure was developed for the detection of P.citriasiana in this study.展开更多
As a carbon-storage compound and osmoprotectant in brown algae,mannitol is synthesized and then accumulated at high levels in Saccharina japonica(Sja);however,the underlying control mechanisms have not been studied.Ou...As a carbon-storage compound and osmoprotectant in brown algae,mannitol is synthesized and then accumulated at high levels in Saccharina japonica(Sja);however,the underlying control mechanisms have not been studied.Our analysis of genomic and transcriptomic data from Sja shows that mannitol metabolism is a cyclic pathway composed of four distinct steps.A mannitol-1-phosphate dehydrogenase(M1 PDH2)and two mannitol-1-phosphatases(M1 Pase1 and MIPase2)work together or in combination to exhibit full enzymatic properties.Based on comprehensive transcriptomic data from different tissues,generations,and sexes as well as under different stress conditions,coupled with droplet digital PCR(dd PCR)and proteomic confirmation,we suggest that Sja M1 Pase1 plays a major role in mannitol biosynthesis and that the basic mannitol anabolism and the carbohydrate pool dynamics are responsible for carbon storage and anti-stress mechanism.Our proteomic data indicate that mannitol metabolism remains constant during diurnal cycle in Sja.In addition,we discover that mannitol-metabolism-associated(MMA)genes show differential expression between the multicellular filamentous(gametophyte)and large parenchymal thallus(sporophyte)generations and respond differentially to environmental stresses,such as hyposaline and hyperthermia conditions.Our results indicate that the ecophysiological significance of such differentially expressed genes may be attributable to the evolution of heteromorphic generations(filamentous and thallus)and environmental adaptation of Laminariales.展开更多
文摘Water is essential for the growth period of crops;however,water unavailability badly affects the growth and physiological attributes of crops,which considerably reduced the yield and yield components in crops.Therefore,a pot experiment was conducted to investigate the effect of foliar phosphorus(P)on morphological,gas exchange,biochemical traits,and phosphorus use efficiency(PUE)of maize(Zea mays L.)hybrids grown under normal as well as water deficit situations at the Department of Agronomy,University of Agriculture Faisalabad,Pakistan in 2014.Two different treatments(control and P@8 kg ha^(−1))and four hybrids(Hycorn,31P41,65625,and 32B33)of maize were tested by using a randomized complete block design(RCBD)with three replications.Results showed that the water stress caused a remarkable decline in total soluble protein(9.7%),photosynthetic rate(9.4%)and transpiration rate(13.4%),stomatal conductance(10.2%),and internal CO_(2)rate(20.4%)comparative to well-watered control.An increase of 37.1%,36.8%,and 24.5%were recorded for proline,total soluble sugar,and total free amino acid,respectively.However,foliar P application minimized the negative impact of drought by improving plant growth,physio-biochemical attributes,and PUE in maize plants under water stress conditions.Among the hybrids tested,the hybrid 6525 performed better both under stress and non-stress conditions.These outcomes confirmed that the exogenous application of P improved drought stress tolerance by modulating growth,physio-biochemical attributes,and PUE of maize hybrids.
文摘The aim of the present work was to isolate <em>Bacillus</em> spp. With high lipase activity;to characterize the isolates using both biochemical and molecular methods;to produce lipase using <em>Bacillus</em> isolates and to study the biochemical and biophysical characteristics of the produced lipase. Sixty five <em>Bacillus</em> isolates were isolated from soil 20 isolates from guar field soil (G), 15 isolates from Abusabein field soil (B), 15 isolates from sun flower field soil (S) and 15 isolates from oil effluent (O). Lipase producing isolates were screened;a Chromogenic plate’s method was used. Enzyme activity was quantitatively assayed. Lipase production under submerged fermentation (SMF) conditions using a production medium that contained metal salts, Tween-20 and olive oil as substrate at different period 24, 48, 72 and 96 h, the optimum pH, temperature for lipase activity was determinated and kinetics as well. The isolates showed the highest lipase activity which was identified as Bacillus sp. The optimum pH, temperature, thermostability and kinetic of the produced enzymes were found in three isolates G14, O1 and B10 with the highest enzyme activity and best stability. The isolates G14, O1 and B10 revealed the highest lipase activity of 63.4, 41.2 and 28.3 U/ml, respectively. The results showed optimum pH of the lipase activity from isolates G14, O1 and B10 8.0, 6.0 and 6.0 and the optimum temperature 40, 60 and 75<span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;">˚</span></span></span></span>C, respectively. Lipase enzymes from isolates O1 and B10 were found to be more thermostable after incubation time for 120 min at 90<span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;">˚</span></span></span></span>C. The V<sub>max</sub> and K<sub>m</sub> values of lipase for isolates G14, OI and B10 were 17.6, 135 and 24.4 μmole<span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;">∙</span></span></span></span>min<span style="white-space:nowrap;"><sup><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><span style="white-space:nowrap;">−</span></span></span></span></sup></span><sup>1</sup> and 1.3, 1.6 and 0.681 mM, respectively. According to these results <em>Bacillus</em> spp. with high lipase activity and thermostability can be used to promote food, pharmaceuticals, paper, detergents agrochemicals industries and pollution control in Sudan.
基金supported by grants from the Korea Ocean Research & Development Institute (PE98474)by grants from BioGreen 21 Project funded by Rural Development Administration of Korea (20070401-034-028-009)
文摘Soluble invertase was purified from pea (Pisum sativum L.) by sequential procedures entailing ammonium sulfate precipitation, DEAE-Sepharose column, Con-A- and Green 19-Sepharose affinity columns, hydroxyapatite column, ultra-filtration, and Sephacryl 300 gel filtration. The purified soluble acid (SAC) and alkaline (SALK) invertases had a pH optimum of 5.3 and 7.3, respectively. The temperature optimum of two invertases was 37 ℃. The effects of various concentrations of Tris-HCI, HgCI2, and CuSO4 on the activities of the two purified enzymes were examined. Tris-HCI and HgCI2 did not affect SAC activity, whereas 10 mM Tris-HCI and 0.05 mM HgCI2 inhibited SALK activity by about 50%. SAC and SALK were inhibited by 4.8 mM and 0.6 mM CuSO4 by 50%, respectively. The enzymes display typical hyperbolic saturation kinetics for sucrose hydrolysis. The Kms of SAC and SALK were determined to be 1.8 and 38.6 mM, respectively. The molecular masses of SAC shown by sodium dodecyl sulfate-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis and immunoblotting were 22 kDa and 45 kDa. The molecular mass of SALK was 30 kDa. Iso-electric points of the SAC and SALK were estimated to be about pH 7.0 and pH 5.7, respectively.
文摘Metallothioneins in Caenorhahditis elegans (CeMT-Ⅰ and Ⅱ) were punned by the combination of gel filtration ion-exchange chromatography.and high-performance liquid chromatography.Amino acid compositions and amino-terminal sequences of CeMT-Ⅰ and Ⅱ were slightly different from those of vertebrate MTs previously reported, although cysteine residue contents were relatively high.Enzyme immunoassay using anti-CeMT-Ⅱ antibody showed the difference of antigenicity to rat MT-Ⅰ and Ⅱ and even to CeMT-Ⅰ. Immunohistochemical staining revealed the existence of CeMT-Ⅱ in the intestine and the eggs, suggesting the role of MT in detoxification and homeostasis of heavv metals. 1990 Academic Press.Inc.
文摘This study reports the protease production from Aspergillus tamarii using agroindustrial residues as substrate for solid-state fermentation (SSF) and biochemical characterization. The highest protease production was obtained using wheat bran as substrate at 72 h fermentation with maximum proteolytic activity of 401.42 U/mL, collagenase of 243.0 U/mL and keratinase of 19.1 U/mL. The protease exhibited K<sub>M</sub> = 18.7 mg/mL and Vmax = 28.5 mg/mL/min. The optimal pH was 8.0 and stable in a wide pH range (5.0 - 11.0) during 24 h. The optimum temperature was 40°C. The proteolytic activity was inhibited by Cu<sup>2+</sup> (33.98%) and Hg<sup>2+</sup> (22.69%). The enzyme was also inhibited by PMSF (65.11%), indicating that is a Serine Protease. These properties suggest that alkaline protease from A. tamarii URM4634 is suitable for application in food industries and leather processing. Additionally, the present findings opened new vistas in the utilization of wheat bran and other effective agroindustrial wastes as substrates for SSF.
文摘A field experiment was conducted at the experimental farm of Hamelmalo Agricultural College during summer 2017,to evaluate the agronomic,physiological,and biochemical performance of the collected Eritrean germplasm of pearl millet.A total of 16 accessions were tested,out of which 2 were improved varieties included as a check.The experiment was laid out in 4 x 4 Simple Lattice Design with Randomized Block using 4 replications with a gross plot size of 3.0 m x 1.2 m,row to row spacing of 75 cm and plant to plant spacing of 30 cm.The data collected were Agronomic parameters(growth,development,yield,and yield contributing characters);Physiological parameters(Relative water content and Water Use Efficiency);and Biochemical parameters(crude fat,crude fiber,protein content,TSS,and ash content).The data were analyzed using GENSTAT software and correlation analysis was worked to see the positive and negative contribution of agronomic,physiological,and biochemical attributes.The results of the study showed that Bariyay908 and Kona being statistically at par with Bariyay 910,Hagaz,Zibedi,Shleti,Delkata,Tokroray,and Kunama produced significantly higher grain yield.However,among these Baryay908 because of its superior agronomic characteristics,lower incidence of downy mildew,relatively higher water use efficiency and higher crude protein content were found to be comparatively superior to the check improved varieties Kona and Hagaz.Grain yield has shown a positive and significant correlation with harvest index,number of seeds per panicle,panicle length,leaf area and water use efficiency.These promising accessions need to be further tested for future breeding programs to develop varieties higher in productivity and resistant to downy mildew under semi-arid conditions of Eritrea.
文摘Trypanosomiasis afflicts about 6~7 million people globally and to a large extent impedes livestock production in Africa.Naturally,trypanosomal parasites undergo genetic mutation and have developed resistance over a wide range of therapies.The utilization of animals and plants products has presented therapeutic potential for identifying novel anti-trypanosomal drugs.This study evaluated toad venom for anti-trypanosomal potency in-vivo in Swiss mice.Toads were collected from July to August 2019.The acute oral toxicity and biochemical characterization of the toad venom were determined.The experimental mice were administered various doses(130 mg/kg,173 mg/kg and 217 mg/kg)of the toad venom crude extract and 0.75 mg/mL of Diamizan Plus standard drug for the treatment of trypanosomiasis,once daily for 3 days.The in-vivo anti-trypanosomal activity was evaluated by a curative test,after infecting the mice with Trypanosoma brucei brucei.The pre-patent period was 72 hours before treatment commenced.The overall results showed that trypanosomal load was highest in the control group while the group treated with Diamizan drug had the least trypanosomal load.As such,the mean trypanosomal load in relation to treatments showed a very high significant difference(P<0.05).Also,the mean trypanosomal load in Swiss mice in relation to the highest dosage of toad venom versus Diamizan drug showed a very high significant difference(P<0.05).The mean change in relation to the haematological parameters across treatments groups varied significantly(P<0.05)with the exception of Hb which showed no significant difference(P>0.05)across treatment groups.The over 50%reduction in the trypanosomal load in the 130 mg/kg group in comparison with the control group brings to bare the anti-trypanosomal potency of the toad venom.The anti-trypanosomal activity demonstrated by the toad venom has provided basis for development of new therapeutic agents from different toad species.The study recommends further studies(both in-vivo and in-vitro)followed by the characterization of the active compounds present in the toad venom responsible for the anti-tyrpanosomal activity observed alongside the management and conservation of these species.
文摘A lipase from Sporisorium reilianum SRZ2(SRL)with 73%amino acid sequence identity to Candida antarctica lipase B(CALB)was cloned and overexpressed in Pichia pastoris.The recombinant SRL showed a preference for short-chain p-nitrophenyl esters.It achieved maximum activity at pH 8.0 and 65°C for p-nitrophenyl hexanoate(C6)with Km and kcar/Km values of 0.14 mmol·L-1 and 1712 min 1.mmol·L-1 at 30℃,respec-tively.SRL displayed excellent thermostability and pH stability,retaining more than 79%of its initial activity after incubation at 60℃ for 72h and 75%atpH 3to 11 for 72 h.It also maintained most of its activity in the presence of inhibitors and detergents except sodium dodecyl sulfate,and it tolerated organic solvents.SRL was covalently immobilized and successfully used for ethyl hexanoate synthesis in cyclohexane or in a solvent-free system with a high conversion yield(>95%).Furthermore,high con-version yield was also achieved for the synthesis of various short-chain flavor esters when high substrate concentra-tions of2 mol.LI were applied.This study indicated that a.CALB-type lipase from S.reiliamum SRZ2 showed great potential in organic ester synthesis.
基金This work was supported by the earmarked fund for Modern Agro-industry Technology Research System(MATRS)of China,the National Foundation of Natural Science of China(31071649)The Global Research Network for Fungal Biology and King Saud University are thanked for supporting this research.MFLU awarded grant No 53101020017 to study the genus Phyllosticta in northern Thailand and the National Research Council of Thailand awarded grant No 54201020004 to study the genus Phyllosticta in Thailand.
文摘Phyllosticta species associated with diseases of four commercial Citrus species grown in China are reported.Totally,496 Phyllosticta strains were isolated from mandarins(Citrus reticulata),pomeloes(C.maxima),oranges(C.sinensis)and lemons(C.limon)in the main citrus producing regions across China,and 74 strains were selected for phylogenetic analysis.Analyses inferred from the sequences of internal transcribed spacer region(ITS1,5.8S nrDNA and ITS2),partial translation elongation factor 1-alpha(TEF1)and partial actin gene(ACT),showed these representative Phyllosticta isolates clustered in four distinct clades corresponding to three known,and one undescribed species.The newly resolved taxon,Phyllosticta citrichinaensis was isolated from leaves and fruits of all four Citrus species and is introduced in this paper.This taxon caused minor damage,showing irregular spots or freckles.Phyllosticta citriasiana,associated with tan spot of pomeloes,was isolated only from pomeloes,and never from lemons,mandarins and oranges.Phyllosticta citricarpa,the citrus black spot pathogen,which is presently subjected to phytosanitary legislation in the EU and United States,was isolated from lemons,mandarins and oranges,but never from pomeloes.The isolates of P.citricarpa clustered in two subclades,one from mandarins,the other from oranges and lemons.P.capitalensis was isolated from all four Citrus species as an endophyte,causing false melanose,or together with P.citricarpa or P.citriasiana.Morphological,cultural and biochemical characters were consistent with the results of phylogenetic analysis.In addition,a specific primer pair Pca8/ITS4 was designed and selected,and its corresponding PCR procedure was developed for the detection of P.citriasiana in this study.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 41376143)the Leading Talents Program in Taishan Industry of Shandong Province+3 种基金the Leading Talents Program in Entrepreneurship and Innovation of Qingdaothe China-ASEAN Maritime Cooperation Fund “China-ASEAN Center for Joint Research and Promotion of Marine Aquaculture Technology”the China Agriculture Research System (Grant No. CARS-50)the Seed Industry Innovation and Industrialization Project of Fujian Province, China
文摘As a carbon-storage compound and osmoprotectant in brown algae,mannitol is synthesized and then accumulated at high levels in Saccharina japonica(Sja);however,the underlying control mechanisms have not been studied.Our analysis of genomic and transcriptomic data from Sja shows that mannitol metabolism is a cyclic pathway composed of four distinct steps.A mannitol-1-phosphate dehydrogenase(M1 PDH2)and two mannitol-1-phosphatases(M1 Pase1 and MIPase2)work together or in combination to exhibit full enzymatic properties.Based on comprehensive transcriptomic data from different tissues,generations,and sexes as well as under different stress conditions,coupled with droplet digital PCR(dd PCR)and proteomic confirmation,we suggest that Sja M1 Pase1 plays a major role in mannitol biosynthesis and that the basic mannitol anabolism and the carbohydrate pool dynamics are responsible for carbon storage and anti-stress mechanism.Our proteomic data indicate that mannitol metabolism remains constant during diurnal cycle in Sja.In addition,we discover that mannitol-metabolism-associated(MMA)genes show differential expression between the multicellular filamentous(gametophyte)and large parenchymal thallus(sporophyte)generations and respond differentially to environmental stresses,such as hyposaline and hyperthermia conditions.Our results indicate that the ecophysiological significance of such differentially expressed genes may be attributable to the evolution of heteromorphic generations(filamentous and thallus)and environmental adaptation of Laminariales.