Archidendron clypearia (Jack) I. C. Nielsen is an important tree species for traditional medicine purposes such as anti-inflammatory, detoxification, uric acid control and neuro-protection. Here, a set of 15 microsatellite markers were used to finger...
The p.R577X polymorphism (rs1815739) in the ACTN3 gene causes individuals with the ACTN3 XX genotype to be deficient in functional α-actinin-3. Previous investigations have found that XX athletes are more prone to suffer non-contact muscle inju...
The objective of this study was to evaluate photosynthetic performance based on gas exchange traits, chlorophyll a fluorescence, and leaf water potential (ΨL) in nine Hevea brasiliensis genotypes from the ECC-1 (Élite Caquetá Colombia) selection and...
α-Actinin-3 is a protein with a structural role at the sarcomeric Z-line in skeletal muscle. As it is only present in fast-type muscle fibers, α-actinin-3 is considered a key mechanical component to produce high-intensity muscle contracti...
Total genotype score (TGS) reflects additive effect of genotypes on predicting a complex trait such as athletic performance. Scores assigned to genotypes in the TGS should represent an extent of the genotype’s predisposition to the trait. Then, combi...
Background and Objectives: The insertion/deletion (I/D) polymorphism in ACE, the gene encoding the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), has been suggested as a genetic variation that can influence exercise performance and risk of injury in elite athl...
The yield of cowpea varieties is affected by environmental variability. Hence, candidate varieties must be tested for yield stability before release. This study assessed the impacts of genotypes, environments, and their interaction on the performance...
Rye landraces (Secale cereale L.) are an important source of genetic diversity and continue to offer valuable opportunities for the development of productive and well-adapted cultivars. Despite their breeding potential, relatively little is known abo...
ACTN3 R577X and ACE I/D polymorphisms are associated with endurance exercise ability. This case–control study explored the association of ACTN3 and ACE gene polymorphisms with elite pure endurance in Korean athletes, hypothesizing that individu...
Barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) grain is rich in fiber and antioxidant phytochemicals, including fatty acids, proteins, phenolic compounds, vitamins, and minerals, that offer various health benefits. Research on identifying different barley genotypes bas...
Background/Objectives: Body composition is a key determinant of athletic performance and is influenced by both training and genetic factors, yet the combined contribution of several genetic polymorphisms remains insufficiently understood in elite ath...
The Stevia rebaudiana Germplasm Bank at the University of Cordoba, Colombia, plays a pivotal role in conserving and efficiently utilizing the genetic variability of this species. Despite safeguarding promising genotypes with valuable traits, such as...
Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, a semi-perennial herb from the Asteraceae family, is native to the Paraguay–Brazil border region. The growing industrial interest in this species is due to its natural sweetening properties, such as steviol and its de...
Quinoa stands out as an excellent crop in the Cerrado region for cultivation in the off-season or irrigated winter season. Here, we tested the effects of different water regimes on the agronomic characteristics, physiology, and grain quality of diffe...
Maturation-related loss in the shooting and rooting ability of a species through macro or micropropagation techniques has been a limiting factor in any forest tree improvement program. The rejuvenation capacity of mature elite trees of Acacia mangium...
Screening superior hosts is critical for artificial cultivation of Cistanche deserticola Y.C.Ma. However, intraspecific trait variation and host suitability of its emerging host Atriplex canescens (Pursh) Nutt remain unsystematically evaluated. In th...
Yam (Dioscorea spp.) is a main staple tuber crop in Nigeria and the West African region. Its performance is determined by genotypes and also the environment of growth. This study assessed the agronomic performance and yield stability of elite white y...
Sugarcane is a highly productive crop with high water requirements. In addition, its growth and sugar content are limited by the water deficit, a major problem affecting agriculture due to climate change. However, monitoring strategies are being deve...
Capsicum species are important ornamental plants used as potted plants. Exposure to ethylene causes chlorophyll degradation and leaf and fruit abscission in ornamental peppers, resulting in a loss of their commercial value. The aim of this study was...
Drought is one of the most important yield-limiting factors in Morocco. Identification and deployment of drought-tolerant wheat varieties are important to cope with the challenge of terminal moisture stress and increase wheat productivity. A panel co...
The development of stable and high-yielding fodder pearl millet genotypes with improved quality traits is crucial for enhancing livestock productivity under diverse environments. In this study, twenty-six elite genotypes, including brown midrib (bmr)...
The cultivation of Hevea brasiliensis, the primary commercial source of natural rubber, is strongly impacted by South American leaf blight (SALB) disease, caused by the fungus Pseudocercospora ulei. Various management strategies have been implemented...
Despite progress in understanding the role of monocarboxylate transporters (MCTs) in lactate (LA) accumulation and removal, it remains unclear whether MCT2 and MCT4 variants enhance LA utilization. This study assessed associations between MCT2 (rs376...
Indica(xian)-japonica(geng) hybrid rice has many heterosis traits that can improve rice yield. However, the traditional hybrid technology will struggle to meet future needs for the development of higher-yield rice. Available genomics resources can be...
This investigation aimed to explore the relationship between Chinese elite wrestlers and the polymorphic loci of explosive strength genes, and to further explore the feasibility of its application to athlete selection. The snapshot technique was used...
Background/Objectives: Adenosine monophosphate deaminase deficiency has been implicated in impaired exercise capacity. We examined whether the AMPD1 C34T (rs17602729) genotype was associated with athlete status and performance in distance runners (DR...
Background: most of the research concerning the influence of genetics on endurance performance has been carried out by investigating target genes separately. However, endurance performance is a complex trait that can stem from the interaction of seve...
Background: Endurance performance reflects integrated cardiorespiratory, metabolic and musculoskeletal traits with substantial heritability, yet sex-balanced studies that simultaneously deep-phenotype athletes and genotype candidate loci against trai...
The balance of mental, physical, and technical aspects is essential in improving ballet performance. Ballet dancers’ emotional and behavioral characteristics vary, even under identical stress conditions. This study aimed to investigate the asso...
The FTO A/T polymorphism (rs9939609) has been strongly associated with body mass-related traits in nonathletic populations, but rarely with elite athletic performance. The aim of the study was to investigate the association between the A/T polymorphi...
Jojoba oil (JO) extracted from seeds has outstanding properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial activities, and can be stored forlong periodsof time. The unique properties of jojoba oil depend on its chemical composition;...
Background: Dopaminergic signaling is a key mechanism in behavioral regulation and impulse control. While DAT1 promoter methylation has been linked to behavioral dysregulation in clinical groups, its role in high-functioning populations such as elite...
Yield is a complex parameter of rice due to its polygonal nature, sometimes making it difficult to coat the selection process in the breeding program. In the current study, 34 elite rice genotypes were assessed to evaluate 3 locations for the selecti...
The α-actinin-3 (ACTN3) gene rs1815739 (C/T, R577X) polymorphism is a variant frequently associated with athletic performance among different populations. However, there is limited research on the impact of this variant on athlete status and ph...
Behavioral regulation in elite combat sports relies on traits such as anxiety, impulsivity, and personality, which are partly shaped by dopaminergic signaling. However, integrative approaches linking multidimensional behavioral profiles with genetic...
In Mediterranean regions, the performance of durum wheat (Triticum turgidum L. var. durum Desf.) yield often varies due to significant genotype × environment interaction (GEI); therefore, yield stability is an important consideration in breeding prog...
Previous studies have shown that variations in the CD36 gene may affect phenotypes associated with fat metabolism as the CD36 protein facilitates the transport of fatty acids to the mitochondria for oxidation. However, no previous study has tested wh...
Background/Objectives: The interplay between genetics and athletic performance has garnered significant attention, particularly regarding performance-enhancing polymorphisms (PEPs) and their role in determining key traits that are critical for athlet...
29 October 2024
Background: The ACE I/D polymorphism has been suggested to be associated with multiple chronic diseases and sports modalities, which has public health implications for global populations and sport performance. This updated review aims to strengthen t...
The Germplasm Bank of Stevia rebaudiana segregants of the University of Córdoba is a strategy for the use of genetic variability and efficient crop yield. There are genotypes with important characteristics such as: high tolerance to salt stres...
The MSTN gene is a negative regulator of muscle growth that is attracting attention as a candidate gene for physical performance traits. We hypothesised that variants of MSTN might be associated with the status of elite athlete. We therefore sought t...
Background: Personality traits, particularly Conscientiousness, are recognised as crucial psychological factors contributing to success in elite-level athletes. Emerging evidence suggests that individual differences in these traits are influenced by...
17 August 2022
TTN encodes the third myofilament, titin, which plays structural, mechanical, regulatory, and developmental roles in sarcomeres. The aim of this research was to determine the interaction between novel and previously described TTN variants and athleti...
The role of genetics, as an intrinsic factor, in research of sports performance increases with every passing year. The polymorphism rs970547 of the COL12A1 gene is one of the most promising genetic markers linked to soft-tissue injuries. This study a...
Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess the relationship between variant loci significantly associated with sports-related traits in the GWAS Catalog database and sprint/power athlete status, as well as to explore the polygenic profile of eli...
The identification of elite forage germplasm combining superior agronomic performance with enhanced nutritional and functional properties is essential for sustainable livestock production. This study evaluated a collection of 34 wild Lolium perenne g...
The complexity of the wheat genome has delayed the development and application of molecular markers to this species and wheat now lies behind barley, maize and rice in marker development. However, improvements in marker detection systems and in the t...
Background/Objectives: We aimed to investigate the association between VDR gene variants and vitamin D levels in elite male power athletes of Kazakhstan. Methods: We recruited 92 elite male power athletes of Kazakhstan. Concentrations of serum 25(OH)...
Background/Objectives: Handgrip strength (HGS) is a widely used indicator of upper-limb muscular strength and a practical proxy for neuromuscular performance across both clinical and athletic contexts. Although HGS is heritable, evidence supporting s...
Coffee beverage quality is determined by a complex interaction of genetic and environmental factors, including specific biochemical characteristics. In this context, the present study aimed to estimate the genetic parameters of elite irrigated Conilo...
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