The Malvaceae family,the most diverse family in the order Malvales,consists of nine subfamilies.Within the Firmiana genus of the Sterculioideae subfamily,most species are considered globally vulnerable,yet their genom...The Malvaceae family,the most diverse family in the order Malvales,consists of nine subfamilies.Within the Firmiana genus of the Sterculioideae subfamily,most species are considered globally vulnerable,yet their genomes remain unexplored.Here,we present a chromosome-level genome assembly for a representative Firmiana species,F.hainanensis,2n=40,totaling 1536 Mb.Phylogenomic analysis shows that F.hainanensis and Durio zibethinus have the closest evolutionary relationship,with an estimated divergence time of approximately 21 millions of years ago(MYA)and distinct polyploidization events in their histories.Evolutionary trajectory analyses indicate that fissions and fusions may play a crucial role in chromosome number variation(2n=14 to 2n=96).Analysis of repetitive elements among Malvaceae reveals that the Tekay subfamily(belonging to the Gypsy group)contributes to variation in genome size(ranging from 324 Mb to 1620 Mb).Additionally,genes associated with P450,peroxidase,and microtubules,and thereby related to cell wall biosynthesis,are significantly contracted in F.hainanensis,potentially leading to its lower wood density relative to Hopea hainanensis.Overall,our study provides insights into the evolution of chromosome number,genome size,and the genetic basis of cell wall biosynthesis in Malvaceae species.展开更多
Laterally loaded piles,which are commonly used in sandy stratum foundations,are particularly susceptible to necking defects during cast-in-place installation due to borehole collapse risks.These construction-induced g...Laterally loaded piles,which are commonly used in sandy stratum foundations,are particularly susceptible to necking defects during cast-in-place installation due to borehole collapse risks.These construction-induced geometric imperfections substantially compromise pile safety under lateral loading conditions.To address this critical design challenge,we develop a reliability-based multi-objective optimization framework that simultaneously accounts for structural safety,construction economy,and design robustness.The proposed methodology integrates the p-y curve(where p is the soil pressure per unit length,and y is the lateral deflection of the pile)analysis with stochastic modeling,enabling efficient evaluation of pile performance considering uncertainties in soil parameters and depth and size variations of necking defects.A systematic design framework is implemented and validated through experimental case studies,successfully generating optimal designs along the Pareto front.The identified knee-point configurations serve as practical compromise solutions for engineering decisions.Parametric investigations further elucidate the influence of necking defect depth and sand friction angle variations on optimal design outcomes,offering insights into risk mitigation for pile construction.展开更多
The two-phase flow in porous media is affected by multiple factors.In the present study,a two-dimensional numerical model of porous media was developed using the actual pore structure of the core sample.The phase fiel...The two-phase flow in porous media is affected by multiple factors.In the present study,a two-dimensional numerical model of porous media was developed using the actual pore structure of the core sample.The phase field method was utilized to simulate the impact of displacement velocity,the water-gas viscosity ratio,and the density ratio on the flow behavior of two-phase fluids in porous media.The effectiveness of displacement was evaluated by analyzing CO_(2)saturation levels.The results indicate that the saturation of CO_(2)in porous media increased as the displacement velocity increased.When the displacement velocity exceeded 0.01 m/s,there was a corresponding increase in CO_(2)saturation.Conversely,when the displacement velocity was below this threshold,the impact on CO_(2)saturation was minimal.An“inflection point,”M3,was present in the viscosity ratio.When the viscosity of CO_(2)is less than 8.937×10^(-5)Pa·s(viscosity ratio below M3),variations in the viscosity of CO_(2)had little impact on its saturation.Conversely,when the viscosity of CO_(2)exceeded 8.937×10^(-5)Pa·s(viscosity ratio greater than M3),saturation increased with an increase in the viscosity ratio.In terms of the density ratio,the saturation of CO_(2)increased monotonically with an increase in the density ratio.Similarly,increasing density ratios resulted in a monotonic increase in CO_(2)saturation,though this trend was less pronounced in numerical simulations.Analysis results of displacement within dead-end pores using pressure and velocity diagrams reveal eddy currents as contributing factors.Finally,the impact of pore throat structure on the formation of dominant channels was examined.展开更多
Ligularia jaluensis is an important medicinal and ornamental plant in China.However,the viruses capable of infecting Ligularia jaluensis remains unknown.Here,we identified a novel carlavirus,tentatively named ligulari...Ligularia jaluensis is an important medicinal and ornamental plant in China.However,the viruses capable of infecting Ligularia jaluensis remains unknown.Here,we identified a novel carlavirus,tentatively named ligularia jaluensis carlavirus(LJCV),as well as a known iris severe mosaic virus(ISMV),in L.jaluensis plants displaying chlorosis and yellow ring spot symptoms,using RNA-seq analysis.The LJCV genome consists of an 8497 nt positive-sense,single-stranded RNA[excluding the poly(A)tail],and contains six open reading frames(ORFs).Phylogenetic analyses based on the fulllength genome and RNA-dependent RNA polymerase(RdRp)amino acid(aa)sequences revealed that LJCV clusters within an evolutionary branch alongside known viruses in the Carlavirus genus.The RdRp protein encoded by ORF1 of LJCV shared 45.38%–67.41%identity with the corresponding proteins of eight closely related carlaviruses.ORFs 2–4 constitute the triple gene block(TGB),with TGBp1 and TGBp3 localized in the endoplasmic reticulum(ER),while TGBp2 is localized at plasmodesmata(PD)and facilitates viral intercellular movement,as demonstrated by its ability to complement the potato virus X with movement-deficient mutant(PVX-Δp25-GFP).Additionally,ORF6 encodes a cysteine-rich protein(CRP)that is localized in the chloroplast and functions as a viral pathogenicity factor,inducing severe viral symptoms in the heterologous PVX expression system.Furthermore,we successfully constructed an infectious cDNA clone of LJCV,and found that it can infect Nicotiana benthamiana plants through mechanical inoculation or agrobacterium-mediated infiltration of the LJCV infectious clone.These findings enhance our understanding of the characteristics and host range of carlaviruses,as well as the viruses capable of infecting L.jaluensis.展开更多
PpMYB10 and PpMYB114 have been identified as the key R2R3-MYB transcription factors(TFs)that positively regulate anthocyanin biosynthesis in pear.Our previous study demonstrated that the ethylene-induced Pp ERF9-Pp TP...PpMYB10 and PpMYB114 have been identified as the key R2R3-MYB transcription factors(TFs)that positively regulate anthocyanin biosynthesis in pear.Our previous study demonstrated that the ethylene-induced Pp ERF9-Pp TPL1 co-repressor complex represses the expression of PpMYB114,but not PpMYB10,via histone deacetylation.However,the precise molecular mechanism underlying the ethylene-mediated inhibition of PpMYB10 expression remains to be elucidated.The results of this study reveal a high correlation between the expression patterns of PpMYB114 and PpMYB10 in response to ethylene signaling.Moreover,PpMYB114 was found to promote the expression of PpMYB10 by directly binding to the MYB-binding site(MBS)element within its promoter region.Transient overexpression or silencing of PpMYB114 resulted in the promotion or inhibition of PpMYB10 expression in mature pear fruit,respectively.The overexpression of PpMYB114 in pear calli significantly induced PpMYB10 expression and anthocyanin biosynthesis.Conversely,transient silencing of PpMYB10 in PpMYB114-OE pear calli hindered the promotive effect of PpMYB114 on anthocyanin biosynthesis,indicating that PpMYB114 induces anthocyanin biosynthesis,which is at least partially dependent on the transcriptional activation of PpMYB10.Collectively,these results indicate that ethylene may inhibit the expression of PpMYB10 by repressing PpMYB114.Our findings provide insights into a possible mechanism involving ethylene-inhibited PpMYB10 in pear and reveal the regulatory relationship between the R2R3-MYBs involved in anthocyanin biosynthesis.展开更多
Dormancy-associated MADS-box(DAM)genes serve as crucial regulators of the endodormancy cycle in rosaceous plants.Although pear DAM genes have been identified previously,the lack of a high-quality reference genome and ...Dormancy-associated MADS-box(DAM)genes serve as crucial regulators of the endodormancy cycle in rosaceous plants.Although pear DAM genes have been identified previously,the lack of a high-quality reference genome and techniques to study gene function have prevented accurate genome-wide analysis and functional verification of such genes.Additionally,the contribution of other genes to the regulation of endodormancy release remains poorly understood.In this study,a high-quality genome assembly for'Cuiguan'pear(Pyrus pyrifolia),which is a leading cultivar with a low chilling requirement cultivated in China,was constructed using PacBio and Hi-C technologies.Using this genome sequence,we revealed that pear DAM genes were tandemly clustered on Chr8 and Chr15 and were differentially expressed in the buds between'Cuiguan'and the high-chilling-requirement cultivar'Suli'during the dormancy cycle.Using a virus-induced gene silencing system,we determined the repressive effects of DAM genes on bud break.Several novel genes potentially involved in the regulation of endodormancy release were identified by RNA sequencing and H3K4me3 chromatin immunoprecipitation sequencing analyses of‘Suli'buds during artificial chilling using the new reference genome.Our findings enrich the knowledge of the regulatory mechanism underlying endodormancy release and chilling requirements and provide a foundation for the practical regulation of dormancy release in fruit trees as an adaptation to climate change.展开更多
The chlorophyll a(Chl a)is an important indicator of marine ecosystems.The spatiotemporal variation of the Chl a greatly aff ects the mariculture and marine ranching in coastal waters of the Shandong Peninsula.In the ...The chlorophyll a(Chl a)is an important indicator of marine ecosystems.The spatiotemporal variation of the Chl a greatly aff ects the mariculture and marine ranching in coastal waters of the Shandong Peninsula.In the current study,the climatology and seasonal variability of surface Chl-a concentration around the Shandong Peninsula are investigated based on 16 years(December 2002-November 2018)of satellite observations.The results indicate that the annual mean Chl-a concentration is greater in the Bohai Sea than in the Yellow Sea and decreases from coastal waters to off shore waters.The highest Chl-a concentrations are found in Laizhou Bay(4.2-8.0 mg/m^(3)),Haizhou Bay(4.2-5.9 mg/m^(3))and the northeast coast of the Shandong Peninsula(4.4-5.0 mg/m^(3)),resulting from the combined eff ects of the intense riverine input and long residence time caused by the concave shape of the coastline.The seasonal Chl-a concentration shows a significant spatial variation.The Chl-a concentrations in these three subregions generally exhibit an annual maximum in August/September,due to the combined eff ects of sea surface temperature,river discharge and sea surface wind.In the southeast coast region,however,the Chl-a concentration is lowest throughout the year and reaches a maximum in February with a minimum in July,forced by the seasonal evolution of the Yellow Sea Cold Water and monsoon winds.The interannual Chl-a concentration trends vary among regions and seasons.There are significant increasing trends over a large area around Haizhou Bay from winter to summer,which are mainly caused by the rising sea surface temperature and eutrophication.In other coastal areas,the Chl-a concentration shows decreasing trends,which are clearest in summer and induced by the weakening land rainfall.This study highlights the differences in the Chl-a dynamics among regions around the Shandong Peninsula and is helpful for further studies of coupled physical-ecological-human interactions at multiple scales.展开更多
Background The reliance on a solitary linear reference genome has imposed a significant constraint on our compre-hensive understanding of genetic variation in animals.This constraint is particularly pronounced for non...Background The reliance on a solitary linear reference genome has imposed a significant constraint on our compre-hensive understanding of genetic variation in animals.This constraint is particularly pronounced for non-reference sequences(NRSs),which have not been extensively studied.Results In this study,we constructed a pig pangenome graph using 21 pig assemblies and identified 23,831 NRSs with a total length of 105 Mb.Our findings revealed that NRSs were more prevalent in breeds exhibiting greater genetic divergence from the reference genome.Furthermore,we observed that NRSs were rarely found within coding sequences,while NRS insertions were enriched in immune-related Gene Ontology terms.Notably,our investigation also unveiled a close association between novel genes and the immune capacity of pigs.We observed substantial differences in terms of frequencies of NRSs between Eastern and Western pigs,and the heat-resistant pigs exhibited a substantial number of NRS insertions in an 11.6 Mb interval on chromosome X.Additionally,we discovered a 665 bp insertion in the fourth intron of the TNFRSF19 gene that may be associated with the ability of heat tolerance in South-ern Chinese pigs.Conclusions Our findings demonstrate the potential of a graph genome approach to reveal important functional features of NRSs in pig populations.展开更多
Using observational data from multiple satellites,we studied seasonal variations of the shape and location of the Luzon cold eddy(LCE)northwest of Luzon Island.The shape and location of the LCE have obvious seasonal v...Using observational data from multiple satellites,we studied seasonal variations of the shape and location of the Luzon cold eddy(LCE)northwest of Luzon Island.The shape and location of the LCE have obvious seasonal variations.The LCE occurs,develops,and disappears from December to April of the next year.During this period,the shape of the LCE changed from a flat ellipse to a circular ellipse,and the change in shape can be reflected by the increase of the ellipticity of the LCE from 0.16 to 0.82.The latitude of center location of the LCE changes from 17.4°N to 19°N,and the change in latitude can reach 1.6°.Further study showed that seasonal variation of the northeast monsoon intensity leads to the change in the shape and location of the LCE.The seasonal variation of the LCE shape can significantly alter the spatial distribution of the thermal front and chlorophyll a northwest of the Luzon Island by geostrophic advection.展开更多
Salmonella enterica has a wide diversity,with numerous serovars belonging to six different subspecies with dynamic animal-host tropism.The FimH protein is the adhesin mediating binding to various cells,and slight amin...Salmonella enterica has a wide diversity,with numerous serovars belonging to six different subspecies with dynamic animal-host tropism.The FimH protein is the adhesin mediating binding to various cells,and slight amino acid discrepancy significantly affects the adherence capacities.To date,the general function of FimH variability across dif-ferent subspecies of Salmonella enterica has not been addressed.To investigate the biological functions of FimH among the six Salmonella enterica subspecies,the present study performed several assays to determine biofilm for-mation,Caenorhabditis elegans killing,and intestinal porcine enterocyte cell IPEC-J2 adhesion by using various FimH allele mutants.In general,allelic mutations in both the lectin and pilin domains of FimH could cause changes in bind-ing affnity,such as the N79S mutation.We also observed that the N79S variation in Salmonella Dublin increased the adhesive ability of IPEC-J2 cells.Moreover,a new amino acid substitution,T260M,within the pilin domain in one subspecies llb strain beneficial to binding to cells was highlighted in this study,even though the biofilm-forming and Caenorhabditis elegans-killing abilities exhibited no significant differences in variants.Combined with point muta-tions being a natural tendency due to positive selection in harsh environments,we speculate that allelic variation T26oM probably contributes to pathoadaptive evolution in Salmonella enterica subspecies llb.展开更多
Identification of regulatory genes from chalky/floury endosperm mutants is an important approach to understand the mechanism of starch biosynthesis to accelerate rice grain quality improvement.A mutant GM645,identifie...Identification of regulatory genes from chalky/floury endosperm mutants is an important approach to understand the mechanism of starch biosynthesis to accelerate rice grain quality improvement.A mutant GM645,identified from 60Coγ-irradiation of an indica rice Guanglu’ai 4(GLA4),exhibited white-core endosperm and altered starch physicochemical properties.However,the causal gene responsible for the white-core endosperm in GM645 has not been identified.Here,we developed a recombined inbred line(RIL,F7)population derived from a cross between GM645 and a japonica rice Tainong 67(TN67)with translucent endosperm.Bulkedsegregant analysis combined with next generation sequencing revealed five single nucleotide polymorphisms(SNPs)in four candidate genes that were highly associated with the white-core endosperm.Among them,one base pair deletion in Os04g0645100 resulted in a frame shift mutation after the 983th amino acid(aa),and a premature stop codon occurred after the other 11 aa.Moreover,functional annotation revealed that Os04g0645100 was previously characterized as the FLOURY ENDOSPERM2(FLO2)gene.Full-length coding sequence from Os04g0645100 driven by the maize ubiquitin promoter was transformed into GM645,and seeds from these transgenic plants expressing Os04g0645100 were largely rescued to translucent,indicating that Os04g0645100 was responsible for the whitecore endosperm in GM645.展开更多
Oral ulcers,a common mucosal affliction,severely diminish patients’quality of life due to pain and discomfort.Despite existing treatments,the frequent recurrence of oral ulcers underscores the need for more effective...Oral ulcers,a common mucosal affliction,severely diminish patients’quality of life due to pain and discomfort.Despite existing treatments,the frequent recurrence of oral ulcers underscores the need for more effective therapeutic options.This study aimed to investigate the inhibitory effects of Ponkan(Citrus reticulata‘Ponkan’)extracts and their flavonoid components on oral ulcers,exploring their potential as a natural therapy.Twenty different Ponkan cultivars were selected for flavonoid extraction and analysis.Ultra-performance liquid chromatography(UPLC)and high-resolution mass spectrometry(HRMS)were utilized for substance identification,leading to the discovery of 16 flavonoid compounds.Using an oral ulcer model established in Wistar rats,Ponkan extracts were found to effectively reduce ulcer area and pain sensitivity.The study revealed that four polymethoxyflavones(PMFs)were particularly effective in treating oral ulcers,while hesperidin did not show significant improvement.Mechanistic studies indicated that PMFs could inhibit the phosphorylation of Jak2 and Stat3,whereas hesperidin lacked this effect.This research supports the potential use of Ponkan and its flavonoids as a natural and effective alternative therapy for oral ulcers,with a focus on the role of PMFs in modulating the Jak2-Stat3 pathway,highlighting the possibilities for targeted natural treatments.展开更多
Given the rapid development of advanced information systems,microgrids(MGs)suffer from more potential attacks that affect their operational performance.Conventional distributed secondary control with a small,fixed sam...Given the rapid development of advanced information systems,microgrids(MGs)suffer from more potential attacks that affect their operational performance.Conventional distributed secondary control with a small,fixed sampling time period inevitably causes the wasteful use of communication resources.This paper proposes a self-triggered secondary control scheme under perturbations from false data injection(FDI)attacks.We designed a linear clock for each DG to trigger its controller at aperiodic and intermittent instants.Sub-sequently,a hash-based defense mechanism(HDM)is designed for detecting and eliminating malicious data infiltrated in the MGs.With the aid of HDM,a self-triggered control scheme achieves the secondary control objectives even in the presence of FDI attacks.Rigorous theoretical analyses and simulation results indicate that the introduced secondary control scheme significantly reduces communication costs and enhances the resilience of MGs under FDI attacks.展开更多
Pullorum disease and fowl typhoid are caused by the Salmonella serovars Gallinarum biovars Pullorum and Gal-linarum,respectively.The prevalence of these diseases varies across regions and is affected by different risk...Pullorum disease and fowl typhoid are caused by the Salmonella serovars Gallinarum biovars Pullorum and Gal-linarum,respectively.The prevalence of these diseases varies across regions and is affected by different risk fac-tors that remain insufficiently documented.To fill this knowledge gap,we have compiled a global dataset for its prevalence,drawing upon a collection of literature from the last seven decades obtained from bilingual databases.However,a more interactive and dynamic platform is still needed for both academics and policymakers to improve biosecurity measures,limit disease transmission,and prevent future outbreaks at the global and local levels.Here,we developed an advanced visualization platform to depict the prevalence of Salmonella Pullorum and Gallinarum,espe-cially in China,which is categorized by geographical region and temporal span.The platform offers a user-friendly,efficient,and visually engaging tool to explore the prevalence of pullorum disease and fowl typhoid between 1945 and 2021 in different regions.Additionally,this platform allows users to understand the influence of various fac-tors,such as breed,farm mode,economic usage and even the sex of the primary host,chickens,on the prevalence of this disease.We further provided a detailed overview of individual province within China.In particular,by selecting two different provinces on the interface,users can quickly visualize and grasp the disparities in disease prevalence between the chosen regions.This interactive toolkit enables a dynamic exploration of the patterns and factors con-tributing to the prevalence of Salmonella Pullorum and Gallinarum.This interactive platform is freely available open source at http://139.9.85.208/.展开更多
Red-fleshed fruits are valued for their vibrant color and high anthocyanin content.Pre-harvest fruit bagging enhances fruit peel pigmentation,but its effect on flesh coloration remains poorly characterized.This study ...Red-fleshed fruits are valued for their vibrant color and high anthocyanin content.Pre-harvest fruit bagging enhances fruit peel pigmentation,but its effect on flesh coloration remains poorly characterized.This study revealed that removing bags from‘Gengcunyangtao’red-fleshed peach fruits triggers the rapid and uniform accumulation of anthocyanins in the flesh,resulting in anthocyanin levels that exceed those in unbagged fruits.The exposure to light after bag removal triggered significant increases in anthocyanin levels within 24 h.This was accompanied by the rapid upregulation of light-responsive and flavonoid biosynthetic gene expression levels within 6 h.A metabolomic analysis indicated that anthocyanin precursors,especially p-coumaric acid,accumulated before bag removal,thereby increasing substrate availability for rapid anthocyanin synthesis.On the basis of a weighted gene co-expression network analysis,MYB transcription factors,anthocyanin transporters,glutathione S-transferase,and multidrug and toxic compound extrusion(MATE)were identified as key regulators that coordinate precursor storage along with light-induced transcriptional activation.Notably,PpMYB4 binds to the promoter of PpGSTF14 and activates its expression,thereby promoting anthocyanin accumulation.The study findings elucidated the temporal coordination of metabolic priming and light-responsive transcriptional regulation driving rapid anthocyanin biosynthesis,with possible implications for improving peach fruit flesh coloration.展开更多
The Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea are among the global shelf seas susceptible to typhoons every year.Using observations and high-resolution numerical simulations,the current study investigates the dramatic changes in tempe...The Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea are among the global shelf seas susceptible to typhoons every year.Using observations and high-resolution numerical simulations,the current study investigates the dramatic changes in temperature and ocean heat content(OHC)of the Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea caused by Super Typhoon Maysak in early September 2020,which is representative of northward/northeastward-bypassing typhoons with centers just to the east of the study area.Temperature shows spatially coherent cooling in the upper mixed layer but warming in the subsurface layer in the majority of the offshore waters,due to wind-enhanced vertical mixing.In lower layers from the thermocline to sea bottom,temperature experiences significant warming in northeastern coastal waters of the Shandong Peninsula and in regions just off the Subei Shoal,but significant cooling in western coastal waters of the Korean Peninsula and southern coastal waters of the Shandong Peninsula.Significant temperature warming/cooling in lower layers is caused by coastal downwelling/upwelling.The total OHC of the study area decreases rapidly during Typhoon Maysak(2020)’s passage,which is generated comparably by latent heat loss at the sea surface and southward heat advection out of the study area at the southern boundary.Reduced shortwave radiation contributes positively but secondarily to the decreasing OHC during the first day.A numerical experiment suggests that Typhoon Maysak(2020)-induced OHC decline could have greatly affected the regional climate evolution in the following seasons.More studies are needed to fully understand the impacts of typhoons on regional climate changes in shelf seas at different time scales.展开更多
Bud endodormancy is a complex physiological process that is indispensable for the survival,growth,and development of deciduous perennial plants.The timely release of endodormancy is essential for flowering and fruit p...Bud endodormancy is a complex physiological process that is indispensable for the survival,growth,and development of deciduous perennial plants.The timely release of endodormancy is essential for flowering and fruit production of deciduous fruit trees.A better understanding of the mechanism of endodormancy will be of great help in the artificial regulation of endodormancy to cope with climate change and in creating new cultivars with different chilling requirements.Studies in poplar have clarified the mechanism of vegetative bud endodormancy,but the endodormancy of floral buds in fruit trees needs further study.In this review,we focus on the molecular regulation of endodormancy induction,maintenance and release in floral buds of deciduous fruit trees.We also describe recent advances in quantitative trait loci analysis of chilling requirements in fruit trees.We discuss phytohormones,epigenetic regulation,and the detailed molecular network controlling endodormancy,centered on SHORT VEGETATIVE PHASE(SVP)and Dormancy-associated MADS-box(DAM)genes during endodormancy maintenance and release.Combining previous studies and our observations,we propose a regulatory model for bud endodormancy and offer some perspectives for the future.展开更多
Deoxygenation has frequently appeared in coastal ecosystems over the past century due to the joint infl uence of increasing anthropogenically induced nutrient inputs and global warming.The semi-enclosed Bohai Sea is a...Deoxygenation has frequently appeared in coastal ecosystems over the past century due to the joint infl uence of increasing anthropogenically induced nutrient inputs and global warming.The semi-enclosed Bohai Sea is a typical system that is prone to deoxygenation,with regular hypoxia events consistently recorded in recent decades.Based on in-situ observation data collected in large-scale voyage surveys in the Bohai Sea during 2008-2017,the seasonal variability in dissolved oxygen(DO)and its controlling mechanisms were studied.The results indicated that in spring and autumn,the DO distributions exhibited similar spatial patterns in the surface and bottom layers,while in summer,its spatial distribution was characterized by large-scale oxygen-poor zones distributed off the Qinhuangdao Coast and the central southern Bohai Sea in the bottom layer.The controlling mechanisms of the DO distribution varied from season to season.Spring and autumn DO distributions were dominated by the seawater temperature.Under the combined eff ects of stratifi cation and decomposition,the summer bottom DO exhibited dual-core distribution.On the one hand,stratifi cation could greatly impede vertical mixing,resulting in reduced bottom DO replenishment.On the other hand,the increased bottom organic matter intensifi ed the decomposition processes,inducing massive DO consumption and elevated dissolved inorganic nitrogen concentrations.In addition,the stronger stratifi cation might be the reason for the more severe deoxygenation in the southern oxygen-poor zones in summer.Our study provides guidance for an in-depth understanding of the DO seasonality in the Bohai Sea and the mechanisms that modulate it and for the improvement of hypoxia forecasts in ocean models.展开更多
Rice is one of cereal crops and a model species for monocots.Since the release of the first draft rice genome sequences in 2002,considerable progress has been achieved in rice genomic researches,thanks to rapid develo...Rice is one of cereal crops and a model species for monocots.Since the release of the first draft rice genome sequences in 2002,considerable progress has been achieved in rice genomic researches,thanks to rapid development and efficient utilization of bioinformatics methods and tools.In this review,we summarize the progress of studies of rice genome sequencing and other omics and introduce the wellmaintained bioinformatics databases and tools developed for rice genome resources and breeding.After reviewing the history of rice bioinformatics,we use single-cell sequencing and machine learning as examples showing how bioinformatics integrates emerging technologies and how it continues to develop for future rice research.展开更多
The demand for high-data-rate underwater acoustic communications(UACs)in marine development is increasing;however,severe multipaths make demodulation a challenge.The decision feedback equalizer(DFE)is one of the most ...The demand for high-data-rate underwater acoustic communications(UACs)in marine development is increasing;however,severe multipaths make demodulation a challenge.The decision feedback equalizer(DFE)is one of the most popular equalizers in UAC;however,it is not the optimal algorithm.Although maximum likelihood sequence estimation(MLSE)is the optimal algorithm,its complexity increases exponentially with the number of channel taps,making it challenging to apply to UAC.Therefore,this paper proposes a complexity-reduced MLSE to improve the bit error rate(BER)performance in multipath channels.In the proposed algorithm,the original channel is first shortened using a channel-shortening method,and several dominant channel taps are selected for MLSE.Subsequently,sphere decoding(SD)is performed in the following MLSE.Iterations are applied to eliminate inter-symbol interference caused by weak channel taps.The simulation and sea experiment demonstrate the superiority of the proposed algorithm.The simulation results show that channel shortening combined with SD can drastically reduce computational complexity,and iterative SD performs better than DFE based on recursive least squares(RLS-DFE),DFE based on improved proportionate normalized least mean squares(IPNLMS-DFE),and channel estimation-based DFE(CE-DFE).Moreover,the sea experimental results at Zhairuoshan Island in Zhoushan show that the proposed receiver scheme has improved BER performance over RLSDFE,IPNLMS-DFE,and CE-DFE.Compared with the RLS-DFE,the BER,after five iterations,is reduced from 0.0076 to 0.0037 in the 8–12 k Hz band and from 0.1516 to 0.1145 in the 13–17 k Hz band at a distance of 2000 m.Thus,the proposed algorithm makes it possible to apply MLSE in UAC in practical scenarios.展开更多
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFF1001400)postdoctoral innovative talents support program(517000-X92308)+2 种基金the specific research fund of The Innovation Platform for Academicians of Hainan Province(YSPTZX202154,YSPTZX202139)the Research Startup Funding from Hainan Institute of Zhejiang University(0202-6602-A12201)the Distinguished Discipline Support Program of Zhejiang University(226-2024-00205,226-2022-00100).
文摘The Malvaceae family,the most diverse family in the order Malvales,consists of nine subfamilies.Within the Firmiana genus of the Sterculioideae subfamily,most species are considered globally vulnerable,yet their genomes remain unexplored.Here,we present a chromosome-level genome assembly for a representative Firmiana species,F.hainanensis,2n=40,totaling 1536 Mb.Phylogenomic analysis shows that F.hainanensis and Durio zibethinus have the closest evolutionary relationship,with an estimated divergence time of approximately 21 millions of years ago(MYA)and distinct polyploidization events in their histories.Evolutionary trajectory analyses indicate that fissions and fusions may play a crucial role in chromosome number variation(2n=14 to 2n=96).Analysis of repetitive elements among Malvaceae reveals that the Tekay subfamily(belonging to the Gypsy group)contributes to variation in genome size(ranging from 324 Mb to 1620 Mb).Additionally,genes associated with P450,peroxidase,and microtubules,and thereby related to cell wall biosynthesis,are significantly contracted in F.hainanensis,potentially leading to its lower wood density relative to Hopea hainanensis.Overall,our study provides insights into the evolution of chromosome number,genome size,and the genetic basis of cell wall biosynthesis in Malvaceae species.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of China(No.226-2024-00197)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42277129)+1 种基金the Key R&D Project of Zhejiang Province(No.2021C03159)the Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province(No.LR24E080004),China.
文摘Laterally loaded piles,which are commonly used in sandy stratum foundations,are particularly susceptible to necking defects during cast-in-place installation due to borehole collapse risks.These construction-induced geometric imperfections substantially compromise pile safety under lateral loading conditions.To address this critical design challenge,we develop a reliability-based multi-objective optimization framework that simultaneously accounts for structural safety,construction economy,and design robustness.The proposed methodology integrates the p-y curve(where p is the soil pressure per unit length,and y is the lateral deflection of the pile)analysis with stochastic modeling,enabling efficient evaluation of pile performance considering uncertainties in soil parameters and depth and size variations of necking defects.A systematic design framework is implemented and validated through experimental case studies,successfully generating optimal designs along the Pareto front.The identified knee-point configurations serve as practical compromise solutions for engineering decisions.Parametric investigations further elucidate the influence of necking defect depth and sand friction angle variations on optimal design outcomes,offering insights into risk mitigation for pile construction.
基金National Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Number:5227090113Shenzhen Science and Technology Program,Grant/Award Numbers:KCXFZ20230731093901003,KCXFZ20211020163816023The Project of Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone,Grant/Award Number:HZQB-KCZYB-2020083。
文摘The two-phase flow in porous media is affected by multiple factors.In the present study,a two-dimensional numerical model of porous media was developed using the actual pore structure of the core sample.The phase field method was utilized to simulate the impact of displacement velocity,the water-gas viscosity ratio,and the density ratio on the flow behavior of two-phase fluids in porous media.The effectiveness of displacement was evaluated by analyzing CO_(2)saturation levels.The results indicate that the saturation of CO_(2)in porous media increased as the displacement velocity increased.When the displacement velocity exceeded 0.01 m/s,there was a corresponding increase in CO_(2)saturation.Conversely,when the displacement velocity was below this threshold,the impact on CO_(2)saturation was minimal.An“inflection point,”M3,was present in the viscosity ratio.When the viscosity of CO_(2)is less than 8.937×10^(-5)Pa·s(viscosity ratio below M3),variations in the viscosity of CO_(2)had little impact on its saturation.Conversely,when the viscosity of CO_(2)exceeded 8.937×10^(-5)Pa·s(viscosity ratio greater than M3),saturation increased with an increase in the viscosity ratio.In terms of the density ratio,the saturation of CO_(2)increased monotonically with an increase in the density ratio.Similarly,increasing density ratios resulted in a monotonic increase in CO_(2)saturation,though this trend was less pronounced in numerical simulations.Analysis results of displacement within dead-end pores using pressure and velocity diagrams reveal eddy currents as contributing factors.Finally,the impact of pore throat structure on the formation of dominant channels was examined.
基金financially supported by the Hainan Province Science and Technology Special Fund(No.ZDYF2022XDNY240)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFD1401200).
文摘Ligularia jaluensis is an important medicinal and ornamental plant in China.However,the viruses capable of infecting Ligularia jaluensis remains unknown.Here,we identified a novel carlavirus,tentatively named ligularia jaluensis carlavirus(LJCV),as well as a known iris severe mosaic virus(ISMV),in L.jaluensis plants displaying chlorosis and yellow ring spot symptoms,using RNA-seq analysis.The LJCV genome consists of an 8497 nt positive-sense,single-stranded RNA[excluding the poly(A)tail],and contains six open reading frames(ORFs).Phylogenetic analyses based on the fulllength genome and RNA-dependent RNA polymerase(RdRp)amino acid(aa)sequences revealed that LJCV clusters within an evolutionary branch alongside known viruses in the Carlavirus genus.The RdRp protein encoded by ORF1 of LJCV shared 45.38%–67.41%identity with the corresponding proteins of eight closely related carlaviruses.ORFs 2–4 constitute the triple gene block(TGB),with TGBp1 and TGBp3 localized in the endoplasmic reticulum(ER),while TGBp2 is localized at plasmodesmata(PD)and facilitates viral intercellular movement,as demonstrated by its ability to complement the potato virus X with movement-deficient mutant(PVX-Δp25-GFP).Additionally,ORF6 encodes a cysteine-rich protein(CRP)that is localized in the chloroplast and functions as a viral pathogenicity factor,inducing severe viral symptoms in the heterologous PVX expression system.Furthermore,we successfully constructed an infectious cDNA clone of LJCV,and found that it can infect Nicotiana benthamiana plants through mechanical inoculation or agrobacterium-mediated infiltration of the LJCV infectious clone.These findings enhance our understanding of the characteristics and host range of carlaviruses,as well as the viruses capable of infecting L.jaluensis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32072545 and 32272678)the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST(2023QNRC001)the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(LY22C150003)。
文摘PpMYB10 and PpMYB114 have been identified as the key R2R3-MYB transcription factors(TFs)that positively regulate anthocyanin biosynthesis in pear.Our previous study demonstrated that the ethylene-induced Pp ERF9-Pp TPL1 co-repressor complex represses the expression of PpMYB114,but not PpMYB10,via histone deacetylation.However,the precise molecular mechanism underlying the ethylene-mediated inhibition of PpMYB10 expression remains to be elucidated.The results of this study reveal a high correlation between the expression patterns of PpMYB114 and PpMYB10 in response to ethylene signaling.Moreover,PpMYB114 was found to promote the expression of PpMYB10 by directly binding to the MYB-binding site(MBS)element within its promoter region.Transient overexpression or silencing of PpMYB114 resulted in the promotion or inhibition of PpMYB10 expression in mature pear fruit,respectively.The overexpression of PpMYB114 in pear calli significantly induced PpMYB10 expression and anthocyanin biosynthesis.Conversely,transient silencing of PpMYB10 in PpMYB114-OE pear calli hindered the promotive effect of PpMYB114 on anthocyanin biosynthesis,indicating that PpMYB114 induces anthocyanin biosynthesis,which is at least partially dependent on the transcriptional activation of PpMYB10.Collectively,these results indicate that ethylene may inhibit the expression of PpMYB10 by repressing PpMYB114.Our findings provide insights into a possible mechanism involving ethylene-inhibited PpMYB10 in pear and reveal the regulatory relationship between the R2R3-MYBs involved in anthocyanin biosynthesis.
基金This work was supported by the National Key Research and Developmental Program of China(2018YFD1000104)the Earmarked Fund for China Agriculture Research System(CARS-28)the Specialized Research Fund for Major Science and Technique of Zhejiang Province of China(2016C02052-4 and 2018C02011).
文摘Dormancy-associated MADS-box(DAM)genes serve as crucial regulators of the endodormancy cycle in rosaceous plants.Although pear DAM genes have been identified previously,the lack of a high-quality reference genome and techniques to study gene function have prevented accurate genome-wide analysis and functional verification of such genes.Additionally,the contribution of other genes to the regulation of endodormancy release remains poorly understood.In this study,a high-quality genome assembly for'Cuiguan'pear(Pyrus pyrifolia),which is a leading cultivar with a low chilling requirement cultivated in China,was constructed using PacBio and Hi-C technologies.Using this genome sequence,we revealed that pear DAM genes were tandemly clustered on Chr8 and Chr15 and were differentially expressed in the buds between'Cuiguan'and the high-chilling-requirement cultivar'Suli'during the dormancy cycle.Using a virus-induced gene silencing system,we determined the repressive effects of DAM genes on bud break.Several novel genes potentially involved in the regulation of endodormancy release were identified by RNA sequencing and H3K4me3 chromatin immunoprecipitation sequencing analyses of‘Suli'buds during artificial chilling using the new reference genome.Our findings enrich the knowledge of the regulatory mechanism underlying endodormancy release and chilling requirements and provide a foundation for the practical regulation of dormancy release in fruit trees as an adaptation to climate change.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.41776012,41606107,41576082)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Nos.2019YFD0901305,2018YFC1407605)+4 种基金the Science and Technology Development Plan Project of Shandong Province(No.2016ZDJS09A02)the Key Research and Development Project of Zhejiang Province(No.2020C03012)the Key Research and Development Project of Guangdong Province(No.2020B1111030002)the Major Science and Technology Project of Sanya YZBSTC(No.YZ2019ZD0X)the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(No.ZR201911060280)。
文摘The chlorophyll a(Chl a)is an important indicator of marine ecosystems.The spatiotemporal variation of the Chl a greatly aff ects the mariculture and marine ranching in coastal waters of the Shandong Peninsula.In the current study,the climatology and seasonal variability of surface Chl-a concentration around the Shandong Peninsula are investigated based on 16 years(December 2002-November 2018)of satellite observations.The results indicate that the annual mean Chl-a concentration is greater in the Bohai Sea than in the Yellow Sea and decreases from coastal waters to off shore waters.The highest Chl-a concentrations are found in Laizhou Bay(4.2-8.0 mg/m^(3)),Haizhou Bay(4.2-5.9 mg/m^(3))and the northeast coast of the Shandong Peninsula(4.4-5.0 mg/m^(3)),resulting from the combined eff ects of the intense riverine input and long residence time caused by the concave shape of the coastline.The seasonal Chl-a concentration shows a significant spatial variation.The Chl-a concentrations in these three subregions generally exhibit an annual maximum in August/September,due to the combined eff ects of sea surface temperature,river discharge and sea surface wind.In the southeast coast region,however,the Chl-a concentration is lowest throughout the year and reaches a maximum in February with a minimum in July,forced by the seasonal evolution of the Yellow Sea Cold Water and monsoon winds.The interannual Chl-a concentration trends vary among regions and seasons.There are significant increasing trends over a large area around Haizhou Bay from winter to summer,which are mainly caused by the rising sea surface temperature and eutrophication.In other coastal areas,the Chl-a concentration shows decreasing trends,which are clearest in summer and induced by the weakening land rainfall.This study highlights the differences in the Chl-a dynamics among regions around the Shandong Peninsula and is helpful for further studies of coupled physical-ecological-human interactions at multiple scales.
基金This work was supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(grant no.2022YFF1000500)National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant no.31941007)Zhejiang province agriculture(livestock)varieties breeding Key Technology R&D Program(grant no.2016C02054-2).
文摘Background The reliance on a solitary linear reference genome has imposed a significant constraint on our compre-hensive understanding of genetic variation in animals.This constraint is particularly pronounced for non-reference sequences(NRSs),which have not been extensively studied.Results In this study,we constructed a pig pangenome graph using 21 pig assemblies and identified 23,831 NRSs with a total length of 105 Mb.Our findings revealed that NRSs were more prevalent in breeds exhibiting greater genetic divergence from the reference genome.Furthermore,we observed that NRSs were rarely found within coding sequences,while NRS insertions were enriched in immune-related Gene Ontology terms.Notably,our investigation also unveiled a close association between novel genes and the immune capacity of pigs.We observed substantial differences in terms of frequencies of NRSs between Eastern and Western pigs,and the heat-resistant pigs exhibited a substantial number of NRS insertions in an 11.6 Mb interval on chromosome X.Additionally,we discovered a 665 bp insertion in the fourth intron of the TNFRSF19 gene that may be associated with the ability of heat tolerance in South-ern Chinese pigs.Conclusions Our findings demonstrate the potential of a graph genome approach to reveal important functional features of NRSs in pig populations.
基金The 2022 Research Program of Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City under contract No.SKJC-2022-01-001the Project of Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City under contract No.SCKJ-JYRC-2022-47+4 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China under contract No.41806019the Natural Science Foundation of Hainan Province under contract No.121MS062the National Natural Science Foundation of China under contract Nos 42006008 and 41876031the National Key Research and Development Plan of China under contract No.2016YFC1401603the Research Startup Funding from Hainan Institute of Zhejiang University under contract No.HZY20210801。
文摘Using observational data from multiple satellites,we studied seasonal variations of the shape and location of the Luzon cold eddy(LCE)northwest of Luzon Island.The shape and location of the LCE have obvious seasonal variations.The LCE occurs,develops,and disappears from December to April of the next year.During this period,the shape of the LCE changed from a flat ellipse to a circular ellipse,and the change in shape can be reflected by the increase of the ellipticity of the LCE from 0.16 to 0.82.The latitude of center location of the LCE changes from 17.4°N to 19°N,and the change in latitude can reach 1.6°.Further study showed that seasonal variation of the northeast monsoon intensity leads to the change in the shape and location of the LCE.The seasonal variation of the LCE shape can significantly alter the spatial distribution of the thermal front and chlorophyll a northwest of the Luzon Island by geostrophic advection.
基金supported by the National Program on Key Research Project of China(2022YFC2604201)well as the European Union's Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation Programme under Grant Agreement No.861917-SAFFl,Zhejiang Provincial Key R&D Program of China(2023C03045)+2 种基金Hainan Provincial Joint Project of Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City(2021JJLH0083)Key Research and Development Program of Hangzhou(202203A08)District-level project for high-level innovative and entrepreneurial talents of"Zijinshan Talents Gaochun Plan"(202100677).
文摘Salmonella enterica has a wide diversity,with numerous serovars belonging to six different subspecies with dynamic animal-host tropism.The FimH protein is the adhesin mediating binding to various cells,and slight amino acid discrepancy significantly affects the adherence capacities.To date,the general function of FimH variability across dif-ferent subspecies of Salmonella enterica has not been addressed.To investigate the biological functions of FimH among the six Salmonella enterica subspecies,the present study performed several assays to determine biofilm for-mation,Caenorhabditis elegans killing,and intestinal porcine enterocyte cell IPEC-J2 adhesion by using various FimH allele mutants.In general,allelic mutations in both the lectin and pilin domains of FimH could cause changes in bind-ing affnity,such as the N79S mutation.We also observed that the N79S variation in Salmonella Dublin increased the adhesive ability of IPEC-J2 cells.Moreover,a new amino acid substitution,T260M,within the pilin domain in one subspecies llb strain beneficial to binding to cells was highlighted in this study,even though the biofilm-forming and Caenorhabditis elegans-killing abilities exhibited no significant differences in variants.Combined with point muta-tions being a natural tendency due to positive selection in harsh environments,we speculate that allelic variation T26oM probably contributes to pathoadaptive evolution in Salmonella enterica subspecies llb.
基金supported by the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.LZ21C130003)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.31961143016).
文摘Identification of regulatory genes from chalky/floury endosperm mutants is an important approach to understand the mechanism of starch biosynthesis to accelerate rice grain quality improvement.A mutant GM645,identified from 60Coγ-irradiation of an indica rice Guanglu’ai 4(GLA4),exhibited white-core endosperm and altered starch physicochemical properties.However,the causal gene responsible for the white-core endosperm in GM645 has not been identified.Here,we developed a recombined inbred line(RIL,F7)population derived from a cross between GM645 and a japonica rice Tainong 67(TN67)with translucent endosperm.Bulkedsegregant analysis combined with next generation sequencing revealed five single nucleotide polymorphisms(SNPs)in four candidate genes that were highly associated with the white-core endosperm.Among them,one base pair deletion in Os04g0645100 resulted in a frame shift mutation after the 983th amino acid(aa),and a premature stop codon occurred after the other 11 aa.Moreover,functional annotation revealed that Os04g0645100 was previously characterized as the FLOURY ENDOSPERM2(FLO2)gene.Full-length coding sequence from Os04g0645100 driven by the maize ubiquitin promoter was transformed into GM645,and seeds from these transgenic plants expressing Os04g0645100 were largely rescued to translucent,indicating that Os04g0645100 was responsible for the whitecore endosperm in GM645.
基金supported by the Zhejiang Province Natural Science Foundation(LTGN24C020002)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32101932,32072132)+3 种基金the Zhejiang Province Natural Science Foundation Joint Fund Project(LHZSD24C150001)the National Key R&D Program of China(2023YFD2300604)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(226-2022-00215)Quzhou Characteristic Citrus Fruit Quality Detection Project(2023-KYY-516103-0008).
文摘Oral ulcers,a common mucosal affliction,severely diminish patients’quality of life due to pain and discomfort.Despite existing treatments,the frequent recurrence of oral ulcers underscores the need for more effective therapeutic options.This study aimed to investigate the inhibitory effects of Ponkan(Citrus reticulata‘Ponkan’)extracts and their flavonoid components on oral ulcers,exploring their potential as a natural therapy.Twenty different Ponkan cultivars were selected for flavonoid extraction and analysis.Ultra-performance liquid chromatography(UPLC)and high-resolution mass spectrometry(HRMS)were utilized for substance identification,leading to the discovery of 16 flavonoid compounds.Using an oral ulcer model established in Wistar rats,Ponkan extracts were found to effectively reduce ulcer area and pain sensitivity.The study revealed that four polymethoxyflavones(PMFs)were particularly effective in treating oral ulcers,while hesperidin did not show significant improvement.Mechanistic studies indicated that PMFs could inhibit the phosphorylation of Jak2 and Stat3,whereas hesperidin lacked this effect.This research supports the potential use of Ponkan and its flavonoids as a natural and effective alternative therapy for oral ulcers,with a focus on the role of PMFs in modulating the Jak2-Stat3 pathway,highlighting the possibilities for targeted natural treatments.
基金supported by Hainan Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(No.524RC532)Research Startup Funding from Hainan Institute of Zhejiang University(No.0210-6602-A12202)Project of Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City(No.SKJC-2022-PTDX-009/010/011).
文摘Given the rapid development of advanced information systems,microgrids(MGs)suffer from more potential attacks that affect their operational performance.Conventional distributed secondary control with a small,fixed sampling time period inevitably causes the wasteful use of communication resources.This paper proposes a self-triggered secondary control scheme under perturbations from false data injection(FDI)attacks.We designed a linear clock for each DG to trigger its controller at aperiodic and intermittent instants.Sub-sequently,a hash-based defense mechanism(HDM)is designed for detecting and eliminating malicious data infiltrated in the MGs.With the aid of HDM,a self-triggered control scheme achieves the secondary control objectives even in the presence of FDI attacks.Rigorous theoretical analyses and simulation results indicate that the introduced secondary control scheme significantly reduces communication costs and enhances the resilience of MGs under FDI attacks.
基金supported by the National Program on the Key Research Project of China(2022YFC2604201)the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Founda-tion of China(LZ24C180002+2 种基金LR19C180001)the Hainan Provincial Joint Project of Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City(2021JJLH0083)the Open Project Program of the Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Zoonosis(R1902).
文摘Pullorum disease and fowl typhoid are caused by the Salmonella serovars Gallinarum biovars Pullorum and Gal-linarum,respectively.The prevalence of these diseases varies across regions and is affected by different risk fac-tors that remain insufficiently documented.To fill this knowledge gap,we have compiled a global dataset for its prevalence,drawing upon a collection of literature from the last seven decades obtained from bilingual databases.However,a more interactive and dynamic platform is still needed for both academics and policymakers to improve biosecurity measures,limit disease transmission,and prevent future outbreaks at the global and local levels.Here,we developed an advanced visualization platform to depict the prevalence of Salmonella Pullorum and Gallinarum,espe-cially in China,which is categorized by geographical region and temporal span.The platform offers a user-friendly,efficient,and visually engaging tool to explore the prevalence of pullorum disease and fowl typhoid between 1945 and 2021 in different regions.Additionally,this platform allows users to understand the influence of various fac-tors,such as breed,farm mode,economic usage and even the sex of the primary host,chickens,on the prevalence of this disease.We further provided a detailed overview of individual province within China.In particular,by selecting two different provinces on the interface,users can quickly visualize and grasp the disparities in disease prevalence between the chosen regions.This interactive toolkit enables a dynamic exploration of the patterns and factors con-tributing to the prevalence of Salmonella Pullorum and Gallinarum.This interactive platform is freely available open source at http://139.9.85.208/.
基金supported by the Key Scientific and Technological Grant of Zhejiang for Breeding New Agricultural Varieties(Grant No.2021C12066-4)Huzhou Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Team Project(Grant No.2022HN01).
文摘Red-fleshed fruits are valued for their vibrant color and high anthocyanin content.Pre-harvest fruit bagging enhances fruit peel pigmentation,but its effect on flesh coloration remains poorly characterized.This study revealed that removing bags from‘Gengcunyangtao’red-fleshed peach fruits triggers the rapid and uniform accumulation of anthocyanins in the flesh,resulting in anthocyanin levels that exceed those in unbagged fruits.The exposure to light after bag removal triggered significant increases in anthocyanin levels within 24 h.This was accompanied by the rapid upregulation of light-responsive and flavonoid biosynthetic gene expression levels within 6 h.A metabolomic analysis indicated that anthocyanin precursors,especially p-coumaric acid,accumulated before bag removal,thereby increasing substrate availability for rapid anthocyanin synthesis.On the basis of a weighted gene co-expression network analysis,MYB transcription factors,anthocyanin transporters,glutathione S-transferase,and multidrug and toxic compound extrusion(MATE)were identified as key regulators that coordinate precursor storage along with light-induced transcriptional activation.Notably,PpMYB4 binds to the promoter of PpGSTF14 and activates its expression,thereby promoting anthocyanin accumulation.The study findings elucidated the temporal coordination of metabolic priming and light-responsive transcriptional regulation driving rapid anthocyanin biosynthesis,with possible implications for improving peach fruit flesh coloration.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2022YFF0801400 and 2021YFF0704002)the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.ZR2024LQX002)the National Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42176016).
文摘The Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea are among the global shelf seas susceptible to typhoons every year.Using observations and high-resolution numerical simulations,the current study investigates the dramatic changes in temperature and ocean heat content(OHC)of the Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea caused by Super Typhoon Maysak in early September 2020,which is representative of northward/northeastward-bypassing typhoons with centers just to the east of the study area.Temperature shows spatially coherent cooling in the upper mixed layer but warming in the subsurface layer in the majority of the offshore waters,due to wind-enhanced vertical mixing.In lower layers from the thermocline to sea bottom,temperature experiences significant warming in northeastern coastal waters of the Shandong Peninsula and in regions just off the Subei Shoal,but significant cooling in western coastal waters of the Korean Peninsula and southern coastal waters of the Shandong Peninsula.Significant temperature warming/cooling in lower layers is caused by coastal downwelling/upwelling.The total OHC of the study area decreases rapidly during Typhoon Maysak(2020)’s passage,which is generated comparably by latent heat loss at the sea surface and southward heat advection out of the study area at the southern boundary.Reduced shortwave radiation contributes positively but secondarily to the decreasing OHC during the first day.A numerical experiment suggests that Typhoon Maysak(2020)-induced OHC decline could have greatly affected the regional climate evolution in the following seasons.More studies are needed to fully understand the impacts of typhoons on regional climate changes in shelf seas at different time scales.
基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2018YFD1000104)the China Agriculture Research System of MOF and MARA.
文摘Bud endodormancy is a complex physiological process that is indispensable for the survival,growth,and development of deciduous perennial plants.The timely release of endodormancy is essential for flowering and fruit production of deciduous fruit trees.A better understanding of the mechanism of endodormancy will be of great help in the artificial regulation of endodormancy to cope with climate change and in creating new cultivars with different chilling requirements.Studies in poplar have clarified the mechanism of vegetative bud endodormancy,but the endodormancy of floral buds in fruit trees needs further study.In this review,we focus on the molecular regulation of endodormancy induction,maintenance and release in floral buds of deciduous fruit trees.We also describe recent advances in quantitative trait loci analysis of chilling requirements in fruit trees.We discuss phytohormones,epigenetic regulation,and the detailed molecular network controlling endodormancy,centered on SHORT VEGETATIVE PHASE(SVP)and Dormancy-associated MADS-box(DAM)genes during endodormancy maintenance and release.Combining previous studies and our observations,we propose a regulatory model for bud endodormancy and offer some perspectives for the future.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.41776012)the Key R&D Project of Zhejiang Province(No.2020C03012)+4 种基金the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(No.ZR2020MD059)the Key R&D Project of Guangdong Province(No.2020B1111030002)the Major Science and Technology Project of Sanya YZBSTC(No.SKJC-KJ-2019KY03)the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2019YFD0901305)the Marine Science and Technology Project of North China Sea Bureau in 2020:Tempo-Spatial Distribution and Its Mechanisms of the Bottom Oxygen-Poor Zones in the Bohai Sea(No.202001)。
文摘Deoxygenation has frequently appeared in coastal ecosystems over the past century due to the joint infl uence of increasing anthropogenically induced nutrient inputs and global warming.The semi-enclosed Bohai Sea is a typical system that is prone to deoxygenation,with regular hypoxia events consistently recorded in recent decades.Based on in-situ observation data collected in large-scale voyage surveys in the Bohai Sea during 2008-2017,the seasonal variability in dissolved oxygen(DO)and its controlling mechanisms were studied.The results indicated that in spring and autumn,the DO distributions exhibited similar spatial patterns in the surface and bottom layers,while in summer,its spatial distribution was characterized by large-scale oxygen-poor zones distributed off the Qinhuangdao Coast and the central southern Bohai Sea in the bottom layer.The controlling mechanisms of the DO distribution varied from season to season.Spring and autumn DO distributions were dominated by the seawater temperature.Under the combined eff ects of stratifi cation and decomposition,the summer bottom DO exhibited dual-core distribution.On the one hand,stratifi cation could greatly impede vertical mixing,resulting in reduced bottom DO replenishment.On the other hand,the increased bottom organic matter intensifi ed the decomposition processes,inducing massive DO consumption and elevated dissolved inorganic nitrogen concentrations.In addition,the stronger stratifi cation might be the reason for the more severe deoxygenation in the southern oxygen-poor zones in summer.Our study provides guidance for an in-depth understanding of the DO seasonality in the Bohai Sea and the mechanisms that modulate it and for the improvement of hypoxia forecasts in ocean models.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(31971865)Zhejiang Natural Science Foundation(LZ17C130001)+1 种基金the Innovation Method Project of China(2018IM0301002)the Jiangsu Collaborative Innovation Center for Modern Crop Production。
文摘Rice is one of cereal crops and a model species for monocots.Since the release of the first draft rice genome sequences in 2002,considerable progress has been achieved in rice genomic researches,thanks to rapid development and efficient utilization of bioinformatics methods and tools.In this review,we summarize the progress of studies of rice genome sequencing and other omics and introduce the wellmaintained bioinformatics databases and tools developed for rice genome resources and breeding.After reviewing the history of rice bioinformatics,we use single-cell sequencing and machine learning as examples showing how bioinformatics integrates emerging technologies and how it continues to develop for future rice research.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant Nos. 62101489, 62171405 and 62225114.
文摘The demand for high-data-rate underwater acoustic communications(UACs)in marine development is increasing;however,severe multipaths make demodulation a challenge.The decision feedback equalizer(DFE)is one of the most popular equalizers in UAC;however,it is not the optimal algorithm.Although maximum likelihood sequence estimation(MLSE)is the optimal algorithm,its complexity increases exponentially with the number of channel taps,making it challenging to apply to UAC.Therefore,this paper proposes a complexity-reduced MLSE to improve the bit error rate(BER)performance in multipath channels.In the proposed algorithm,the original channel is first shortened using a channel-shortening method,and several dominant channel taps are selected for MLSE.Subsequently,sphere decoding(SD)is performed in the following MLSE.Iterations are applied to eliminate inter-symbol interference caused by weak channel taps.The simulation and sea experiment demonstrate the superiority of the proposed algorithm.The simulation results show that channel shortening combined with SD can drastically reduce computational complexity,and iterative SD performs better than DFE based on recursive least squares(RLS-DFE),DFE based on improved proportionate normalized least mean squares(IPNLMS-DFE),and channel estimation-based DFE(CE-DFE).Moreover,the sea experimental results at Zhairuoshan Island in Zhoushan show that the proposed receiver scheme has improved BER performance over RLSDFE,IPNLMS-DFE,and CE-DFE.Compared with the RLS-DFE,the BER,after five iterations,is reduced from 0.0076 to 0.0037 in the 8–12 k Hz band and from 0.1516 to 0.1145 in the 13–17 k Hz band at a distance of 2000 m.Thus,the proposed algorithm makes it possible to apply MLSE in UAC in practical scenarios.
