An important step for achieving the knowledge-based design freedom on nano-and interfacial materials is attained by elucidating the related surface and interface thermodynamics from the first principles so as to allow...An important step for achieving the knowledge-based design freedom on nano-and interfacial materials is attained by elucidating the related surface and interface thermodynamics from the first principles so as to allow engineering the microstructures for desired properties through smartly designing fabrication processing parameters.This is demonstrated for SnO2 nano-particle surfaces and also a technologically important Ag-SnO2 interface fabricated by in-situ internal oxidation.Based on defect thermodynamics,we first modeled and calculated the equilibrium surface and interface structures,and as well corresponding properties,as a function of the ambient temperature and oxygen partial pressure.A series of first principles energetics calculations were then performed to construct the equilibrium surface and interface phase diagrams,to describe the environment dependence of the microstructures and properties of the surfaces and interfaces during fabrication and service conditions.The use and potential application of these phase diagrams as a process design tool were suggested and discussed.展开更多
[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the effect of hypertonic solution on the morphology,size,incubation time and cell viability of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae(Mhp).[Method] Mhp was stimulated by using NaCl hype...[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the effect of hypertonic solution on the morphology,size,incubation time and cell viability of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae(Mhp).[Method] Mhp was stimulated by using NaCl hypertonic solution with a final concentration of 1.8% for 1,2,4,6 and 8 min,respectively.After staining and microscopic examination,the particle size and CCU(color change unit) were determined,and PCR identification was conducted.[Result] After treated with hypertonic solution for different time,Mhp was shrunken and turned round,the particle size was reduced,and the cell number rapidly decreased or even disappeared after 2 min.CCU was reduced by a gradient,and the observation time was extended for 1 d.The target band of Mhp could be amplified from samples after treated with hypertonic solution for different time.After treated with 1.8% NaCl solution for 1-6 min,Mhp changed in the morphology and size but still had viability.[Conclusion] This study provided reference data for exploring the entrance of Mhp into blood circulation after intramuscular injection and a new immunization route of swine Mycoplasma pneumonia vaccine.展开更多
The seasonal fluctuation of the plasmodia ofMyxobolus gibelioiWu et Wang, 1982 in the gill filaments of the allogynogenetic gibel carpCarassius auratus gibelio(Bloch) in a fish pond in Hubei Province of China was inve...The seasonal fluctuation of the plasmodia ofMyxobolus gibelioiWu et Wang, 1982 in the gill filaments of the allogynogenetic gibel carpCarassius auratus gibelio(Bloch) in a fish pond in Hubei Province of China was investigated from August 1999 to July 2000. A total of 445 fish was examined; the overall prevalence of the plasmodium infection in the fish was 64.94% and mean abundance of plasmodia was 11.65 ± 27.85 (mean ± SD). Significant seasonal changes in prevalence and mean abundance, with higher levels of the plasmodia infection from late spring to autumn, were observed.展开更多
Gracilariopsis lemaneiformis is a commercially exploited alga. Its filaceous thallus can be divided into three parts, holdfast, middle segment and tip. The growth and branch forming trend and agar content of these thr...Gracilariopsis lemaneiformis is a commercially exploited alga. Its filaceous thallus can be divided into three parts, holdfast, middle segment and tip. The growth and branch forming trend and agar content of these three parts were analyzed, respectively, in this study. The results showed that the tip had the highest growth rate and branched most, although it was the last part with branch forming ability. The holdfast formed branches earliest but slowly. Holdfast had the highest agar content. We also assessed the difference in protoplast formation and regeneration among three parts. The middle segment displayed the shortest enzymolysis time and the highest protoplast yield; whereas the tip had the strongest vitality of protoplasts formation. Juvenile plants were only obtained from the protoplasts generated from the tip. These results suggested that the differentiation and function of G. lemaneiformis was different.展开更多
Twelve isolates of Curvularia lunata and six related species from maize or other host plants are examined for the analysis of polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis(SDS PAGE) patterns of their soluble proteins. Difference...Twelve isolates of Curvularia lunata and six related species from maize or other host plants are examined for the analysis of polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis(SDS PAGE) patterns of their soluble proteins. Differences exist significantly among different species and the same species. There is a special protein band for Curvularia at relative mobility value 0.177 (Rf 0.177) and a special protein band for C. lunata at Rf 0.225. Two kinds of primary antibodies to C. lunata are used to indirect ELISA and Avidin Biotin peroxidase Complex (ABC) immunoassay to evaluate their detecting sensitivity and specificity. The sensitivity of ABC immuno assay is higher than indirect ELISA. APAbs to C. lunata is special to C. lunata.展开更多
Rice false smut disease is an increasing concern for research and production, not only because of the increasing epidemic occurrence in rice production, but also the intriguing specific pathogenesis of the disease to ...Rice false smut disease is an increasing concern for research and production, not only because of the increasing epidemic occurrence in rice production, but also the intriguing specific pathogenesis of the disease to be a unique pathological system to enrich the molecular mechanism of plant-microbe interaction. Progresses have been achieved in the pathogen phylogenetic placement, the alternative hosts, the pathogen morphology and diversity, the toxins generated by false smut balls, the artificial inoculation method, and the pathogen transformation as well as rice resistance to the disease. However, it is still controversy on the infection process. It is not clear how the life cycle of this pathogen is coupled with the disease cycle. This review summarized our current understanding on the pathogen, the pathogenesis, and the rice resistance to the disease. Future work should pay attention to developing a more rapid and effective system to evaluate rice resistance and susceptibility to the disease, screening of rice germplasm for disease-resistance breeding, studying the resistance inheritance, and investigating the molecular mechanism of rice-false smut fungus interaction.展开更多
To separate and redefine the ambiguous Holosticha-complex, a confusing group of hypotrichous ciliates, six strains belonging to five morphospecies of three genera, Holosticha heterofoissneri, Anteholosticha sp. popl, ...To separate and redefine the ambiguous Holosticha-complex, a confusing group of hypotrichous ciliates, six strains belonging to five morphospecies of three genera, Holosticha heterofoissneri, Anteholosticha sp. popl, Anteholosticha sp. pop2, A. manca, A. gracilis and Nothoholostichafasciola, were analyzed using 12 restriction enzymes on the basis of amplified ribosomal DNA restriction analysis. Nine of the 12 enzymes could digest the DNA products, four (HinfⅠ, Hind Ⅲ, Msp Ⅰ, Taq Ⅰ) yielded species-specific restriction patterns, and Hind Ⅲ and Taq Ⅰ produced different pattems for two Anteholosticha sp. populations. Distinctly different restriction digestion haplotypes and similarity indices can be used to separate the species. The secondary structures of the five species were predicted based on the ITS2 transcripts and there were several minor differences among species, while two Anteholosticha sp. populations were identical. In addition, phylogenies based on the SSrRNA gene sequences were reconstructed using multiple algorithms, which grouped them generally into four clades, and exhibited that the genus Anteholosticha should be a convergent assemblage. The fact that Holosticha species clustered with the oligotrichs and choreotrichs, though with very low support values, indicated that the topology may be very divergent and unreliable when the number of sequence data used in the analyses is too low.展开更多
A tin (IV) complex with 4,5-benzo-1,2-dithiol-3-thione (C7H4S3) (A), [SnCI4 (C7H4S3)2] (B) was synthesized. The structure of the obtained complex (B) was characterized by Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), anal...A tin (IV) complex with 4,5-benzo-1,2-dithiol-3-thione (C7H4S3) (A), [SnCI4 (C7H4S3)2] (B) was synthesized. The structure of the obtained complex (B) was characterized by Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), analysis centesimal composition, and theoretical study. The complex (B) has an octahedral structure, where a tin in the center takes an octahedral geometry and is coordinated by four atoms of chlorine and two thiocarbonyl sulfur atom (C=S) of the ligand.展开更多
The cubane-type mixed Mo W cluster[Mo2W2S4 (OAc)2(dtp)3 (dtpH)]·CH2Cl2 (dtp= (EtO)2PS2, dtpH = (EtO)2PS (SH) has been prepared by reduction and addition reaction between dinuclear W2S4 (dtp)2 and Mo(CO)6 in HOAc...The cubane-type mixed Mo W cluster[Mo2W2S4 (OAc)2(dtp)3 (dtpH)]·CH2Cl2 (dtp= (EtO)2PS2, dtpH = (EtO)2PS (SH) has been prepared by reduction and addition reaction between dinuclear W2S4 (dtp)2 and Mo(CO)6 in HOAc and Ac2O solution in the presence of dtp-ligand. Crystallographic data: Mr=1632. 71,monoclinic, space group P2/n, a=13. 146 (8), b=11. 961 (5),c=17. 157 (9) β =105. 99(8)°, V=2593(8), Z=2, Dc=2. 09 /cm ̄3 ,λ(MoKa) =0.71073 ,F (000)=1578, final R=0. 029, Rw = 0. 041 for 3765 unique intensity data [I≥4σ (I)]. The result of X-ray study and elemental analysis indicated that, in the crystal lattice, molybdenum and tungsten are statistically distributed in the metal positions each with 0. 5 fractional occupation.展开更多
Moral generalism and particularism are two positions in meta-ethics which have different views regarding the relation between moral thought and principles. By accepting this relationship, generalists emphasize the nec...Moral generalism and particularism are two positions in meta-ethics which have different views regarding the relation between moral thought and principles. By accepting this relationship, generalists emphasize the necessity of principles in decision making process, and claim that the rationality of moral thought depends on the provision of a suitable supply ofmoral principles. In contrast, particularists have rejected, or at least doubted, the existence of moral principles, and believe that the rationality of moral thought depends on recognizing special features of a case and relevant conditions. This is why, unlike generalists, they use case study method rather than syllogism in decision making process and moral judgment. Consequently, to support their view, particularists commonly resort to holism in the theory of reasons, while atomism is in support of generalism. To evaluate these two attitudes, this study surveys some arguments that particularists and generalists proposed to justify their view and criticize the rival's one, and also explains their positions concerning the epistemological and metaphysical role of moral principles and reasons. Finally, after evaluating their claims, the importance of both approaches in meta-ethics is stressed.展开更多
The title V-Cu-S heterometallic cluster compound C84 H86Cl4Cu6N2O4P4S6V2, crystallizes in the monoclinic space group P21/n with a=16.381(5), b=17.114(3),c=16.749(6) A,β=107. 04(3)°,V=4490(2)A3, Mr=2128.84,Z=2,Dc...The title V-Cu-S heterometallic cluster compound C84 H86Cl4Cu6N2O4P4S6V2, crystallizes in the monoclinic space group P21/n with a=16.381(5), b=17.114(3),c=16.749(6) A,β=107. 04(3)°,V=4490(2)A3, Mr=2128.84,Z=2,Dc=1. 57 g/cm3,μ= 19. 6 cm-1,F(000)=2160. Final R=0.074(Rw=0.082) for 2662 unique reflections with I≥3σ(I). The V atom in the compound retains the tetrahedral geometry of the VS3O with S-V-S or S-V-O angles of 108.6(6)~110.3 (6)°.The cluster core [V2Cu6S6O2] of the compound can be regarded as two cluster cores [VCu3S3O] bonded by bondings of the Cu-Cu'(distances of 2.774(3)~2.707(5) A) and Cu-S (distances of 2.463(7)~2.396(9) A) with centrosymmetric. Atoms of the cluster core V2Cu6 form a distorted cube with the Cu Cu'or the V-Cu distances of 2. 774(3)~2. 707(5) A.展开更多
Srivastava and Jhajj [ 1 6] proposed a class of estimators for estimating population variance using multi auxiliary variables in simple random sampling and they utilized the means and variances of auxiliary variables....Srivastava and Jhajj [ 1 6] proposed a class of estimators for estimating population variance using multi auxiliary variables in simple random sampling and they utilized the means and variances of auxiliary variables. In this paper, we adapted this class and motivated by Searle [13], and we suggested more generalized class of estimators for estimating the population variance in simple random sampling. The expressions for the mean square error of proposed class have been derived in general form. Besides obtaining the minimized MSE of the proposed and adapted class, it is shown that the adapted classis the special case of the proposed class. Moreover, these theoretical findings are supported by an empirical study of original data.展开更多
Discocephalids and pseudoamphisiellids are possibly two of the most confused groups among hypotrichous/euplotid ciliates regarding their systematic position and phylogenetic relationships.The former were often regarde...Discocephalids and pseudoamphisiellids are possibly two of the most confused groups among hypotrichous/euplotid ciliates regarding their systematic position and phylogenetic relationships.The former were often regarded as related to euplotids while the latter,in the absence of molecular data,were mostly assigned to the urostylid-like hypotrichs.In the present work,the small subunit rRNA genes of several rarely observed discocephalid and pseudoamphisiellid genera were analyzed to obtain insights into the phylogenetic relationships of these highly ambiguous Spirotrichea.Four different tree reconstruction algorithms yielded nearly identical topologies,which indicated both groups belong to the same assemblage.This assemblage is clearly isolated as a deep-branching clade and invariably positioned between Euplotida and Hypotricha.The sister group relationship of the Pseudoamphisiellidae and Discocephalidae supports the previous suggestion that they might represent an ordinal taxon,the Discocephalida.Both morphological and morphogenetic features indicate that the pseudoamphisiellids should be placed in the order Discocephalida but as a sister group to other typical discocephalids.Thus we propose establishing a new suborder,Pseudoamphisiellina subord.n.The new taxon is diagnosed by the following characteristics:(i) two distantly separated midventral rows that are morphogenetically formed with an urostylid mode;(ii) absence of the "frontoterminal row",which is formed from the posterior-most frontoventral-transverse cirral anlage in all other typical urostylids;(iii) numerous caudal cirri that derive from each of the dorsal kinety anlagen;(iv) right marginal row that has a unique de novo origin;and (v) inhabiting periphytic communities.The validity of the suborder Pseudoamphisiellina is firmly supported by molecular data.展开更多
基金Project(51171211) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(NCET-10-0837) supported by the Chinese Ministry of Education's Supportive Program for New Century Excellent Talents in UniversitiesProject(2006BAE03B03) supported by the Chinese National Science and Technology Supportive Program
文摘An important step for achieving the knowledge-based design freedom on nano-and interfacial materials is attained by elucidating the related surface and interface thermodynamics from the first principles so as to allow engineering the microstructures for desired properties through smartly designing fabrication processing parameters.This is demonstrated for SnO2 nano-particle surfaces and also a technologically important Ag-SnO2 interface fabricated by in-situ internal oxidation.Based on defect thermodynamics,we first modeled and calculated the equilibrium surface and interface structures,and as well corresponding properties,as a function of the ambient temperature and oxygen partial pressure.A series of first principles energetics calculations were then performed to construct the equilibrium surface and interface phase diagrams,to describe the environment dependence of the microstructures and properties of the surfaces and interfaces during fabrication and service conditions.The use and potential application of these phase diagrams as a process design tool were suggested and discussed.
基金Supported by Jiangsu Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Fund(JASTIF)[CX(10)215]~~
文摘[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the effect of hypertonic solution on the morphology,size,incubation time and cell viability of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae(Mhp).[Method] Mhp was stimulated by using NaCl hypertonic solution with a final concentration of 1.8% for 1,2,4,6 and 8 min,respectively.After staining and microscopic examination,the particle size and CCU(color change unit) were determined,and PCR identification was conducted.[Result] After treated with hypertonic solution for different time,Mhp was shrunken and turned round,the particle size was reduced,and the cell number rapidly decreased or even disappeared after 2 min.CCU was reduced by a gradient,and the observation time was extended for 1 d.The target band of Mhp could be amplified from samples after treated with hypertonic solution for different time.After treated with 1.8% NaCl solution for 1-6 min,Mhp changed in the morphology and size but still had viability.[Conclusion] This study provided reference data for exploring the entrance of Mhp into blood circulation after intramuscular injection and a new immunization route of swine Mycoplasma pneumonia vaccine.
文摘The seasonal fluctuation of the plasmodia ofMyxobolus gibelioiWu et Wang, 1982 in the gill filaments of the allogynogenetic gibel carpCarassius auratus gibelio(Bloch) in a fish pond in Hubei Province of China was investigated from August 1999 to July 2000. A total of 445 fish was examined; the overall prevalence of the plasmodium infection in the fish was 64.94% and mean abundance of plasmodia was 11.65 ± 27.85 (mean ± SD). Significant seasonal changes in prevalence and mean abundance, with higher levels of the plasmodia infection from late spring to autumn, were observed.
基金supported by the Twelfth Five-Year Plan in National Science and Technology for the Rural Development in China (2012AA10A411)Public Welfare Project of Ministry of Agriculture of China (200903030)
文摘Gracilariopsis lemaneiformis is a commercially exploited alga. Its filaceous thallus can be divided into three parts, holdfast, middle segment and tip. The growth and branch forming trend and agar content of these three parts were analyzed, respectively, in this study. The results showed that the tip had the highest growth rate and branched most, although it was the last part with branch forming ability. The holdfast formed branches earliest but slowly. Holdfast had the highest agar content. We also assessed the difference in protoplast formation and regeneration among three parts. The middle segment displayed the shortest enzymolysis time and the highest protoplast yield; whereas the tip had the strongest vitality of protoplasts formation. Juvenile plants were only obtained from the protoplasts generated from the tip. These results suggested that the differentiation and function of G. lemaneiformis was different.
文摘Twelve isolates of Curvularia lunata and six related species from maize or other host plants are examined for the analysis of polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis(SDS PAGE) patterns of their soluble proteins. Differences exist significantly among different species and the same species. There is a special protein band for Curvularia at relative mobility value 0.177 (Rf 0.177) and a special protein band for C. lunata at Rf 0.225. Two kinds of primary antibodies to C. lunata are used to indirect ELISA and Avidin Biotin peroxidase Complex (ABC) immunoassay to evaluate their detecting sensitivity and specificity. The sensitivity of ABC immuno assay is higher than indirect ELISA. APAbs to C. lunata is special to C. lunata.
文摘Rice false smut disease is an increasing concern for research and production, not only because of the increasing epidemic occurrence in rice production, but also the intriguing specific pathogenesis of the disease to be a unique pathological system to enrich the molecular mechanism of plant-microbe interaction. Progresses have been achieved in the pathogen phylogenetic placement, the alternative hosts, the pathogen morphology and diversity, the toxins generated by false smut balls, the artificial inoculation method, and the pathogen transformation as well as rice resistance to the disease. However, it is still controversy on the infection process. It is not clear how the life cycle of this pathogen is coupled with the disease cycle. This review summarized our current understanding on the pathogen, the pathogenesis, and the rice resistance to the disease. Future work should pay attention to developing a more rapid and effective system to evaluate rice resistance and susceptibility to the disease, screening of rice germplasm for disease-resistance breeding, studying the resistance inheritance, and investigating the molecular mechanism of rice-false smut fungus interaction.
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 30870264 and 40976099)the Center of Excellence in Biodiversity, King Saud University
文摘To separate and redefine the ambiguous Holosticha-complex, a confusing group of hypotrichous ciliates, six strains belonging to five morphospecies of three genera, Holosticha heterofoissneri, Anteholosticha sp. popl, Anteholosticha sp. pop2, A. manca, A. gracilis and Nothoholostichafasciola, were analyzed using 12 restriction enzymes on the basis of amplified ribosomal DNA restriction analysis. Nine of the 12 enzymes could digest the DNA products, four (HinfⅠ, Hind Ⅲ, Msp Ⅰ, Taq Ⅰ) yielded species-specific restriction patterns, and Hind Ⅲ and Taq Ⅰ produced different pattems for two Anteholosticha sp. populations. Distinctly different restriction digestion haplotypes and similarity indices can be used to separate the species. The secondary structures of the five species were predicted based on the ITS2 transcripts and there were several minor differences among species, while two Anteholosticha sp. populations were identical. In addition, phylogenies based on the SSrRNA gene sequences were reconstructed using multiple algorithms, which grouped them generally into four clades, and exhibited that the genus Anteholosticha should be a convergent assemblage. The fact that Holosticha species clustered with the oligotrichs and choreotrichs, though with very low support values, indicated that the topology may be very divergent and unreliable when the number of sequence data used in the analyses is too low.
文摘A tin (IV) complex with 4,5-benzo-1,2-dithiol-3-thione (C7H4S3) (A), [SnCI4 (C7H4S3)2] (B) was synthesized. The structure of the obtained complex (B) was characterized by Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), analysis centesimal composition, and theoretical study. The complex (B) has an octahedral structure, where a tin in the center takes an octahedral geometry and is coordinated by four atoms of chlorine and two thiocarbonyl sulfur atom (C=S) of the ligand.
文摘The cubane-type mixed Mo W cluster[Mo2W2S4 (OAc)2(dtp)3 (dtpH)]·CH2Cl2 (dtp= (EtO)2PS2, dtpH = (EtO)2PS (SH) has been prepared by reduction and addition reaction between dinuclear W2S4 (dtp)2 and Mo(CO)6 in HOAc and Ac2O solution in the presence of dtp-ligand. Crystallographic data: Mr=1632. 71,monoclinic, space group P2/n, a=13. 146 (8), b=11. 961 (5),c=17. 157 (9) β =105. 99(8)°, V=2593(8), Z=2, Dc=2. 09 /cm ̄3 ,λ(MoKa) =0.71073 ,F (000)=1578, final R=0. 029, Rw = 0. 041 for 3765 unique intensity data [I≥4σ (I)]. The result of X-ray study and elemental analysis indicated that, in the crystal lattice, molybdenum and tungsten are statistically distributed in the metal positions each with 0. 5 fractional occupation.
文摘Moral generalism and particularism are two positions in meta-ethics which have different views regarding the relation between moral thought and principles. By accepting this relationship, generalists emphasize the necessity of principles in decision making process, and claim that the rationality of moral thought depends on the provision of a suitable supply ofmoral principles. In contrast, particularists have rejected, or at least doubted, the existence of moral principles, and believe that the rationality of moral thought depends on recognizing special features of a case and relevant conditions. This is why, unlike generalists, they use case study method rather than syllogism in decision making process and moral judgment. Consequently, to support their view, particularists commonly resort to holism in the theory of reasons, while atomism is in support of generalism. To evaluate these two attitudes, this study surveys some arguments that particularists and generalists proposed to justify their view and criticize the rival's one, and also explains their positions concerning the epistemological and metaphysical role of moral principles and reasons. Finally, after evaluating their claims, the importance of both approaches in meta-ethics is stressed.
文摘The title V-Cu-S heterometallic cluster compound C84 H86Cl4Cu6N2O4P4S6V2, crystallizes in the monoclinic space group P21/n with a=16.381(5), b=17.114(3),c=16.749(6) A,β=107. 04(3)°,V=4490(2)A3, Mr=2128.84,Z=2,Dc=1. 57 g/cm3,μ= 19. 6 cm-1,F(000)=2160. Final R=0.074(Rw=0.082) for 2662 unique reflections with I≥3σ(I). The V atom in the compound retains the tetrahedral geometry of the VS3O with S-V-S or S-V-O angles of 108.6(6)~110.3 (6)°.The cluster core [V2Cu6S6O2] of the compound can be regarded as two cluster cores [VCu3S3O] bonded by bondings of the Cu-Cu'(distances of 2.774(3)~2.707(5) A) and Cu-S (distances of 2.463(7)~2.396(9) A) with centrosymmetric. Atoms of the cluster core V2Cu6 form a distorted cube with the Cu Cu'or the V-Cu distances of 2. 774(3)~2. 707(5) A.
文摘Srivastava and Jhajj [ 1 6] proposed a class of estimators for estimating population variance using multi auxiliary variables in simple random sampling and they utilized the means and variances of auxiliary variables. In this paper, we adapted this class and motivated by Searle [13], and we suggested more generalized class of estimators for estimating the population variance in simple random sampling. The expressions for the mean square error of proposed class have been derived in general form. Besides obtaining the minimized MSE of the proposed and adapted class, it is shown that the adapted classis the special case of the proposed class. Moreover, these theoretical findings are supported by an empirical study of original data.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 40906065 and 31030059)
文摘Discocephalids and pseudoamphisiellids are possibly two of the most confused groups among hypotrichous/euplotid ciliates regarding their systematic position and phylogenetic relationships.The former were often regarded as related to euplotids while the latter,in the absence of molecular data,were mostly assigned to the urostylid-like hypotrichs.In the present work,the small subunit rRNA genes of several rarely observed discocephalid and pseudoamphisiellid genera were analyzed to obtain insights into the phylogenetic relationships of these highly ambiguous Spirotrichea.Four different tree reconstruction algorithms yielded nearly identical topologies,which indicated both groups belong to the same assemblage.This assemblage is clearly isolated as a deep-branching clade and invariably positioned between Euplotida and Hypotricha.The sister group relationship of the Pseudoamphisiellidae and Discocephalidae supports the previous suggestion that they might represent an ordinal taxon,the Discocephalida.Both morphological and morphogenetic features indicate that the pseudoamphisiellids should be placed in the order Discocephalida but as a sister group to other typical discocephalids.Thus we propose establishing a new suborder,Pseudoamphisiellina subord.n.The new taxon is diagnosed by the following characteristics:(i) two distantly separated midventral rows that are morphogenetically formed with an urostylid mode;(ii) absence of the "frontoterminal row",which is formed from the posterior-most frontoventral-transverse cirral anlage in all other typical urostylids;(iii) numerous caudal cirri that derive from each of the dorsal kinety anlagen;(iv) right marginal row that has a unique de novo origin;and (v) inhabiting periphytic communities.The validity of the suborder Pseudoamphisiellina is firmly supported by molecular data.