• 한국미생물·생명공학회지
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• 제46권2호
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• pp.162-170
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• 2018

Non-typhoidal Salmonella is one of the main pathogens causing food-borne illness in humans, with up to 20% of cases resulting from consumption of pork products. Over the gastroenteritis signs, multidrug resistant Salmonella has arisen. In this study, pan-susceptible phenotypic strains of Salmonella enterica serotype Weltevreden recovered from pig production chain in Chiang Mai, Thailand during 2012-2014 were chosen for analysis. The aim of this study was to use whole genome sequencing (WGS) data with an emphasis on antimicrobial resistance gene investigation to assess their pathogenic potential and genetic diversity determination based on whole genome Multilocus Sequence Typing (wgMLST) to expand epidemiological knowledge and to provide additional guidance for disease control. Analyis using ResFinder 3.0 for WGS database tracing found that one of pan-susceptible phenotypic strain carried five classes of resistance genes: aminoglycoside, beta-lactam, phenicol, sulfonamide, and tetracycline associated genes. Twenty four and 36 loci differences were detected by core genome Multilocus Sequence Typing (cgMLST) and pan genome Multilocus Sequence Typing (pgMLST), respectively, in two matching strains (44/13 vs A543057 and A543056 vs 204/13) initially assigned by conventional MLST and Pulsed-field Gel Electrophoresis (PFGE). One hundread percent discriminant ability can be achieved using the wgMLST technique. WGS is currently the ultimate molecular technique for various in-depth studies. As the findings stated above, a new of "gold standard typing method era" for routine works in genome study is being set.

• Genomics & Informatics
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• 제19권2호
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• pp.19.1-19.9
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• 2021

Plant height is an important component of plant architecture and significantly affects crop breeding practices and yield. We studied DNA variations derived from F5 recombinant inbred lines (RILs) with 96.8% homozygous genotypes. Here, we report DNA variations between the normal and dwarf members of four lines harvested from a single seed parent in an F6 RIL population derived from a cross between Glycine max var. Peking and Glycine soja IT182936. Whole genome sequencing was carried out, and the DNA variations in the whole genome were compared between the normal and dwarf samples. We found a large number of DNA variations in both the dwarf and semi-dwarf lines, with one single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) per at least 3.68 kb in the dwarf lines and 1 SNP per 11.13 kb of the whole genome. This value is 2.18 times higher than the expected DNA variation in the F6 population. A total of 186 SNPs and 241 SNPs were discovered in the coding regions of the dwarf lines 1282 and 1303, respectively, and we discovered 33 homogeneous nonsynonymous SNPs that occurred at the same loci in each set of dwarf and normal soybean. Of them, five SNPs were in the same positions between lines 1282 and 1303. Our results provide important information for improving our understanding of the genetics of soybean plant height and crop breeding. These polymorphisms could be useful genetic resources for plant breeders, geneticists, and biologists for future molecular biology and breeding projects.

• Journal of Animal Science and Technology
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• 제63권6호
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• pp.1468-1472
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• 2021

Clostridium perfringens B20 was isolated from chicken feces collected from a local farm associated with Chung-Ang University (Anseong, Korea). The whole genome of C. perfringens B20 was sequenced using the PacBio RS II platform and assembled de novo. The genome is 2,982,563 bp long and assembled in two contigs. Annotation analyses revealed 2,668 protein-coding sequences, 30 rRNA genes, and 94 tRNA genes, with 28.2% G + C (guanine + cytosine) content. In silico genomic analysis revealed the presence of genes encoding a class IId bacteriocin, lactococcin A, and associated ABC transporter and immunity proteins, as well as a putative bacteriocin gene.

• Journal of Animal Science and Technology
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• 제64권5호
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• pp.1008-1011
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• 2022

We here report the whole genome sequence of Ligilactobacillus agilis C7 with anti-listerial activity, which was isolated from pig feces. The genome size of L. agilis C7 (~ 3.0 Mb) is relatively larger compared with other L. agilis strains. L. agilis C7 carries three bacteriocin gene clusters encoding garvicin Q, salivaricin A, and Blp family class II bacteriocin. Garvicin Q and salivaricin A are reported to be active against Listeria monocytogenes and Micrococcus luteus, respectively, as well as against other Gram-positive bacteria. Meanwhile, the bacteriocin encoded in the blp cassette was shown to be active against pneumococci, mediating intraspecies competition. This report highlights the potential of L. agilis C7 for the production of bacteriocins inhibiting pathogenic bacteria.

• The Plant Pathology Journal
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• 제24권3호
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• pp.361-364
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• 2008

The complete nucleotide sequences of a Korean isolate of Potato virus X(PVX-Kr) has been determined. Full-length cDNA of PVX-Kr has been directly amplified by long template reverse transcription and polymerase chain reaction(RT-PCR) using virus specific 5'-end primer and 3'-end primer, and then constructed in a plasmid vector. Consecutive subclones of a full-length cDNA clone were constructed to identify whole genome sequence of the virus. Total nucleotide sequences of genome of PVX-Kr were 6,435 excluding one adenine at poly A tail, and genome organization was identical with that of typical PVX species. Comparison of whole genome sequence of PVX-Kr with those of European and South American isolates showed 95.4-96.8% and 77.4-77.9%, in nucleotide similarity, respectively. Sequenced PVX-Kr in this study and twelve isolates already reported could be divided into two subgroups in phylogeny based on their complete nucleotide sequences. Phylogenetic tree analysis demonstrated that PVX-Kr was clustered with European and Asian isolates(Taiwan, os, bs, Kr, S, X3, UK3, ROTH1, Tula) in the same subgroup and South American isolates(CP, CP2, CP4, HB) were clustered in the other subgroup.

• 식물병연구
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• 제29권3호
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• pp.321-329
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• 2023

The bacterium Neobacillus endophyticus BRMEA1^T, isolated from the medicinal plant Selaginella involvens, known as its thermotolerant can grow at 50℃. To explore the genetic basis for its heat tolerance response and its potential for producing valuable natural compounds, the genomes of two thermotolerant and four mesophilic strains in the genus Neobacillus were analyzed using a bioinformatic software platform. The whole genome was annotated using RAST SEED and OrthVenn2, with a focus on identifying potential heattolerance-related genes. N. endophyticus BRMEA1^T was found to possess more stress response genes compared to other mesophilic members of the genus, and it was the only strain that had genes for the synthesis of osmoregulated periplasmic glucans. This study sheds light on the potential value of N. endophyticus BRMEA1^T, as it reveals the mechanism of heat resistance and the application of secondary metabolites produced by this bacterium through whole-genome sequencing and comparative analysis.

• 한국응용곤충학회지
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• 제61권3호
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• pp.449-460
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• 2022

광식성 난방제 해충인 파밤나방(Spodoptera exigua)의 친환경적 방제원으로써 이용을 위해 국내에서 분리된 파밤나방 핵다각체병바이러스(S. exigua nucleopolyhedrovirus K1: SeNPV-K1)의 형태 및 전체 유전체 서열을 분석하였다. SeNPV-K1의 다각체(polyhedra)는 0.6-1.8 um 크기의 부정형으로, 기 보고된 SeNPV와 외형적 차이는 보이지 않았다. 전체 유전체의 염기서열을 분석한 결과, 기 보고된 SeNPV와 비교할 때 145 bp 더 많은 135,756 bp로 확인되었으며, G+C 함량은 44% 였고 상동반복영역은 6개로 두 바이러스간에 차이는 없었다. ORF 분석결과, SeNPV-K1은 기 보고된 것과 비교할 때 2개 더 적은 137개를 가지며, SeNPV-K1에만 존재하는 ORF는 4개가 확인되었다. 이들 4개의 ORF는 비필수 유전자로 바이러스의 특성에는 큰 영향을 주지 않을 것으로 여겨졌다. 유전체의 vista 분석 결과, SeNPV-K1과 기 보고된 SeNPV의 전체 염기서열 유사도가 매우 높은 것으로 확인되었다. 국내에서 처음으로 분석한 SeNPV-K1의 전체 유전체는 기 보고된 SeNPV와 유사한 것으로 나타났으나 서로 다른 분리주로 국내 고유자원임을 확인하였다.

• 한국유기농업학회지
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• 제31권4호
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• pp.395-412
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• 2023

광식성 난방제 해충인 미국흰불나방(Hyphantria cunea)의 친환경 방제를 위한 바이러스 살충제의 소재 활용을 위해서 국내에서 분리된 미국흰불나방 핵다각체병바이러스(H. cunea nucleopolyhedrovirus W1: HycuNPV-W1)의 다각체 형태 및 전장 유전체 서열을 결정하고 분석하였다. HycuNPV-W1의 다각체는 1.5-2.2 um 크기의 사면체에 가까운 부정형으로 확인되었다. 전장 유전체의 염기서열을 결정한 결과, 기존에 보고된 HycuNPV와 비교할 때 1,606 bp 더 짧은 131,353 bp로 확인되었다. 그러나 G+C 함량은 45%였으며 상동반복영역은 6개로 기존에 보고된 HycuNPV와 차이는 확인할 수 없었다. ORF 분석에서는 HycuNPV-W1은 기존의 HycuNPV와 비교할 때 3개의 ORF가 더 적은 145개를 가졌으나, HycuNPV-W1에만 존재하는 2개의 ORF가 확인되었다. 이들 ORF의 기능은 현재까지 밝혀지지 않았으나 바이러스의 생물학적 특성에 큰 영향을 주지 않을 것으로 추정되었다. 유전체의 vista 분석 결과에서는 HycuNPV-W1과 기존 HycuNPV의 전체 염기서열 유사도가 매우 높은 것으로 확인되었다. 국내에서 처음으로 분석한 HycuNPV-W1의 전장 유전체는 기존의 HycuNPV와 매우 유사한 것으로 나타났으나, 독자적인 특성을 가진 서로 다른 분리주로 국내 고유자원임을 확인할 수 있었다.

• Animal Bioscience
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• 제37권3호
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• pp.461-470
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• 2024

Objective: The objective of this study was to investigate the genetic diversity, population structure and whole-genome selection signatures of Luxi cattle to reveal its genomic characteristics in terms of meat and carcass traits, skeletal muscle development, body size, and other traits. Methods: To further analyze the genomic characteristics of Luxi cattle, this study sequenced the whole-genome of 16 individuals from the core conservation farm in Shandong region, and collected 174 published genomes of cattle for conjoint analysis. Furthermore, three different statistics (pi, F_st, and XP-EHH) were used to detect potential positive selection signatures related to selection in Luxi cattle. Moreover, gene ontology and Kyoto encyclopedia of genes and genomes pathway enrichment analyses were performed to reveal the potential biological function of candidate genes harbored in selected regions. Results: The results showed that Luxi cattle had high genomic diversity and low inbreeding levels. Using three complementary methods (pi, F_st, and XP-EHH) to detect the signatures of selection in the Luxi cattle genome, there were 2,941, 2,221 and 1,304 potentially selected genes identified, respectively. Furthermore, there were 45 genes annotated in common overlapping genomic regions covered 0.723 Mb, including PLAG1 zinc finger (PLAG1), dedicator of cytokinesis 3 (DOCK3), ephrin A2 (EFNA2), DAZ associated protein 1 (DAZAP1), Ral GTPase activating protein catalytic subunit alpha 1 (RALGAPA1), mediator complex subunit 13 (MED13), and decaprenyl diphosphate synthase subunit 2 (PDSS2), most of which were enriched in pathways related to muscle growth and differentiation and immunity. Conclusion: In this study, we provided a series of genes associated with important economic traits were found in positive selection regions, and a scientific basis for the scientific conservation and genetic improvement of Luxi cattle.

• Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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• 제22권5호
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• pp.649-653
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• 2012

A temperate phage was isolated from emetic Bacillus cereus NCTC 11143 by mitomycin C and characterized by transmission electron microscopy and DNA and protein analyses. Whole genome sequencing of Bacillus phage 11143 was performed by GS-FLX. The phage has a dsDNA genome of 39,077 bp and a 35% G+C content. Bioinformatic analysis of the phage genome revealed 49 putative ORFs involved in replication, morphogenesis, DNA packaging, lysogeny, and host lysis. Bacillus phage 11143 could be classified as a member of the Siphoviridae family by morphology and genome structure. Genomic comparisons at the DNA and protein levels revealed homologous genetic modules with patterns and morphogenesis proteins similar to those of other Bacillus phages. Thus, Bacillus phages might have a mosaic genetic relationship.