Genetic diversity of modern lines of hybrid pigs based on variations in mitochondrial DNA sequence
In the study, we evaluated the genetic specificity of haplotypes in the population of hybrid gilts (Large White × Landrace), (Landrace × Large White) from the SPE “Globinsky Pig Complex” LLC and breeding sows of the Large White breed from the SE “DG ...
Ye. O. Budakva+3 more
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Multi-locus phylogeny of Pleosporales: a taxonomic, ecological and evolutionary re-evaluation [PDF]
Five loci, nucSSU, nucLSU rDNA, TEF1, RPB1 and RPB2, are used for analysing 129 pleosporalean taxa representing 59 genera and 15 families in the current classification of Pleosporales.
Crous, P.W.+10 more
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Molecular Evolution and Epidemiological Characteristics of SARS COV-2 in (Northwestern) Poland
The emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) evolved into a worldwide outbreak, with the first Polish cases in February/March 2020.
Karol Serwin+10 more
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Whole genome sequencing analysis of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant isolated from Egypt [PDF]
Background: The omicron variants have been classified as variants of concern by the world health organization due to their initial emergence with a notable mutations that affect on the transmissibility, immune escape and virulence of the SARS-CoV-2 ...
Hanaa Ahmed+4 more
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Virus evolution and mutation analyses are crucial for tracing virus transmission, the potential variants, and other pathogenic determinants. Despite continuing circulation of the SARS-CoV-2, very limited studies have been conducted on genetic ...
Rokshana Parvin+7 more
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\u3ci\u3eMcphersonarcys\u3c/i\u3e, a New Genus for \u3ci\u3ePentatoma Aequalis\u3c/i\u3e Say (Heteroptera: Pentatomidae) [PDF]
A new monotypic genus, Mcphersonarcys is erected to hold Pentatoma aequalis Say, a species formerly placed in the genus Hymenarcys. Based on the distribution of 19 character-states Hymenarcys forms a clade with its sister genus Coenus.
Thomas, Donald B
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Phylogeny of circulating strains of Histoplasma capsulatum isolated from Saye, Kaduna State, Nigeria [PDF]
Background and rationale: Histoplasma capsulatum (H. capsulatum) is a saprophytic fungal which is dimorphic in nature and strive beautifully in soil rich in nitrogen. Inhaling of infectious spores by mammalian species can result to an infection which can
Rabiah Osumah, Muhammad Doko
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Following the rivers: historical reconstruction of California voles Microtus californicus (Rodentia: Cricetidae) in the deserts of eastern California [PDF]
The California vole, Microtus californicus, restricted to habitat patches where water is available nearly year-round, is a remnant of the mesic history of the southern Great Basin and Mojave deserts of eastern California.
Conroy, CJ+5 more
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Sustained human outbreak of a new MPXV clade I lineage in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
Background: Monkeypox virus (MPXV) attracted global attention in 2022 during a widespread outbreak linked primarily to sexual contact. Clade I MPXV is prevalent in Central Africa and characterized by severe disease and high mortality, while Clade II is ...
E. Vakaniaki+44 more
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Mucorales are ubiquitous environmental molds responsible for mucormycosis in diabetic, immunocompromised, and severely burned patients. Small outbreaks of invasive wound mucormycosis (IWM) have already been reported in burn units without extensive ...
Dea Garcia-Hermoso+16 more
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