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Whole mitochondrial and chloroplast genome sequencing of Tunisian date palm cultivars: diversity and evolutionary relationships
BACKGROUND: Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) is the most widespread crop in arid and semi-arid regions and has great traditional …
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The phylogenomic landscape of extended-spectrum β-lactamase producing Citrobacter species isolated from surface water
Abstract Background Citrobacter species are Gram-negative opportunistic pathogens commonly reported in nosocomial-acquired infections. This study characterised four Citrobacter species that …
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Comparative genomics analysis and characterization of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O157:H7 strains reveal virulence genes, resistance genes, prophages and plasmids
Escherichia coli O157:H7 is a foodborne pathogen that has been linked to global disease outbreaks. These diseases include hemorrhagic colitis …
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Safety assessment of Enterococcus lactis strains complemented with comparative genomics analysis reveals probiotic and safety characteristics of the entire species
BACKGROUND: The gut microbiota is considered a rich source for potential novel probiotics. Enterococcus genus is a normal component of …
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Association mapping in bambara groundnut [Vigna subterranea (L.) Verdc.] reveals loci associated with agro-morphological traits
BACKGROUND: Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) are important for the acceleration of crop improvement through knowledge of marker-trait association (MTA). This …
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Molecular characterization of tetracycline and vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium isolates from healthy dogs in Egypt: a public health threat
BACKGROUND: Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) are among the most common causative pathogens for nosocomial infections worldwide. Moreover, strains of VRE have …
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Human NCR3 gene variants rs2736191 and rs11575837 alter longitudinal risk for development of pediatric malaria episodes and severe malarial anemia
BACKGROUND: Plasmodium falciparum malaria is a leading cause of pediatric morbidity and mortality in holoendemic transmission areas. Severe malarial anemia …
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Genome-wide landscape of runs of homozygosity and differentiation across Egyptian goat breeds
Abstract Understanding the genomic features of livestock is essential for successful breeding programs and conservation. This information is scarce for …
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Whole genome analyses of toxicants tolerance genes of Apis mellifera gut-derived Enterococcus faecium strains
BACKGROUND: Because of its social nature, the honeybee is regularly exposed to environmental toxicants such as heavy metals and xenobiotics. …
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Understanding the underlying genetic mechanisms for age at first calving, inter-calving period and scrotal circumference in Bonsmara cattle
BACKGROUND: Reproduction is a key feature of the sustainability of a species and thus represents an important component in livestock …
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Meta-analysis of African ancestry genome-wide association studies identified novel locus and validates multiple loci associated with kidney function
Despite recent efforts to increase diversity in genome-wide association studies (GWASs), most loci currently associated with kidney function are still …
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The role of antifreeze genes in the tolerance of cold stress in the Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
BACKGROUND: Tilapia is one of the most essential farmed fishes in the world. It is a tropical and subtropical freshwater …
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Molecular epidemiology and transmission dynamics of multi-drug resistant tuberculosis strains using whole genome sequencing in the Amhara region, Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Drug resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis prevention and care is a major challenge in Ethiopia. The World health organization has designated …
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Comparative evolutionary analyses of eight whitefly Bemisia tabaci sensu lato genomes: cryptic species, agricultural pests and plant-virus vectors
Abstract Background The group of > 40 cryptic whitefly species called Bemisia tabaci sensu lato are amongst the world’s worst …
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Genomic surveillance of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 in Burundi, from May 2021 to January 2022
BACKGROUND: The emergence and rapid spread of new severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-COV-2) variants have challenged the control …
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Unlocking the story of resistance to Zymoseptoria tritici in Tunisian old durum wheat germplasm based on population structure analysis
BACKGROUND: Septoria tritici blotch (STB) remains a significant obstacle to durum wheat cultivation on a global scale. This disease remains …
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In silico secretome analyses of the polyphagous root-knot nematode Meloidogyne javanica: a resource for studying M. javanica secreted proteins
BACKGROUND: Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs) that cause most damage include root-knot nematodes (RKNs) which are a major impediment to crop production. …
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Structure and number of mating pheromone genes is closely linked to sexual reproductive strategy in Huntiella
BACKGROUND: Huntiella resides in the Ceratocystidaceae, a family of fungi that accommodates important plant pathogens and insect-associated saprotrophs. Species in …
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No association of a Vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGFA) gene polymorphism with pre-eclampsia among pregnant women in Uganda
BACKGROUND: Vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGFA) is a major angiogenic factor that plays an important role in the formation …
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Genetic variation and demographic history of Sudan desert sheep reveal two diversified lineages
More than 400 million sheep are raised on the African continent, the majority of which are indigenous and are primarily …