ID: 65985
Title: Post centennial of micelles: an overview
Author: Animesh Kumar Rakshit , Bappaditya Naskar, and Satya Priya Moulik
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (4) 406-422 25 Aug (2024)
Subject: Post centennial of micelles: an overview
Keywords: Computer simulation, micelle, mixed micelles, polymeric micelles, second CMC
Abstract: Micelles of different types and properties are basically
formed by the assembly of surfactants. The conditions
for the formation of micelles, their shapes, sizes and
morphologies are also different, and are discussed for
surfactants, block copolymers and ionic liquids in the
present article. Theories by Debye and others, Markov
chain model, ladder model of micelle growth are employed to understand in detail the thermodynamics of micelles and mixed micelles formation. Apart from these,
other concepts like effect of additives on micelle formation, application of polymeric, multicompartment
micelles in drug delivery, fundamentals of formation of
single and double critical micelle concentration and
computer simulation methods for amphiphile aggregation are reviewed in the present study
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Literature cited 1: Vincent, B., McBain and the centenary of the micelle. Adv. Colloid Interf. Sci., 2014, 203, 51–54.
McBain, J. W., Colloids and their viscosity. Trans. Faraday Soc.,
1913, 9, 99–101
Literature cited 2: McBain, J. W. and Martin, H. E., XCII – studies of the constitution of soap solutions: the alkalinity and degree of hydrolysis of
soap solutions. J. Chem. Soc. Trans., 1914, 105, 957–977.
McBain, J. W. and Salmon, C. S., Colloidal electrolytes, soap solutions and the
ID: 65984
Title: Assessing the agricultural innovation landscape of public agricultural research organizations in India through patents
Author: Ankita Kandpal, T. M. Kiran Kumara and Shruti Mishra
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (4) 399-405 25 Aug (2024)
Subject: Assessing the agricultural innovation landscape of public agricultural research organizations in India through patents
Keywords: Agricultural innovation, national agricultural research system, patent landscape, technological focus, valuation
Abstract: This study extensively explores the agricultural innovation landscape of Indian public agricultural
research organizations, emphasizing technological focus from the Indian Council of Agricultural
Research (ICAR) institutions and State Agricultural Universities (SAUs). The findings reveal diverse
concentrations of patents in agricultural engineering, chemical processes and formulations, biotechnology and food categories. The prominent themes that emerged from the patent landscape include livestock health management, animal feed, chemical formulations, agricultural machinery and
aquaculture practices. However, the temporal shifts indicate an increased focus from biotechnology
to food, chemical and engineering during the last three decades. Patent statistics indicate variations
in technology scope, claims, inventor size and renewal term. SAUs had comparatively broader technology scope, shorter grant lag and a higher number of claims than the ICAR patents. On the other
hand, inventor size and renewal term were significantly higher in the ICAR patents. Survival functions demonstrate more longevity for the ICAR patents, with evolving dynamics in patent value over
different periods.
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Literature cited 1: Suman Archana and Pandey Divya, Patent trends in ICAR institutes – a review. J. Intell. Property Rights, 2014, 19, 260–265.
Mittal Rekha and Singh, G., Patenting activities in agriculture from
India. J. Intell. Property Rights, 2005, 10, 315–320
Literature cited 2: Kandpal Ankita, Bhooshan Neeru and Pal, S., Recent trend in patenting
activity in India and its implications for agriculture. Agric. Econ.
Res. Rev., 2015, 28(1), 139–146.
Bessen, J., The value of US patents by owner and patent characteristics. Res. Policy
ID: 65983
Title: Biofertilizers: helping sustainable food production
Author: S. Garcha
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (4) 395-398 25 Aug (2024)
Subject: Biofertilizers: helping sustainable food production
Keywords: None
Abstract: Biofertilizers are products containing microorganisms which aid in crop nutrient acquisition, enhance soil
health and crop yield. They are an important tool in practice of sustainable agriculture. Constraints impeding
the adoption of biofertilizer technology can be dealt with by all stakeholders – scientists, farmers and policy
makers.
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2024).
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Literature cited 2: Hartmann, M. and Six, J., Nat. Rev. Earth
Environ., 2023, 4, 4–18.
Fu, N., Chen, L., Huang, H., Qu, P. and
Wei, Z., Environ. Pollut. Bioavail., 2021,
33, 164–173.
ID: 65982
Title: Key drivers for achieving India’s 100 GW nuclear power ambition
Author: D. K. Aswal and Anirudh Chandra
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (4) 393-395 25 Aug (2024)
Subject: Key drivers for achieving India’s 100 GW nuclear power ambition
Keywords: None
Abstract: India is projected to become the fourth
largest economy by 2050 and the second
largest by 2075 (ref. 1), driven by a young
workforce, increased consumer activity
and innovation. To meet the likely surge in
energy and electricity demand sustainably,
the country is focusing on renewable energy
and nuclear power. The intermittency of
renewables poses challenges to fulfil baseload electricity demands, making nuclear
energy the better alternative. With its high
load factors, long lifespan and low carbon
footprint, nuclear power provides a reliable
and clean baseload solution. Early recognition of these attributes led India to establish its civilian nuclear energy programme,
the ‘three-stage programme’, now in its 75th
year. Despite facing historic challenges like
cost overruns, lack of indigenous uranium,
trade bans, technological hurdles and local
opposition, at present nuclear power contributes 1.6% to the installed power capacity
and 2.8% to electricity generation in India
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Literature cited 1: Goldman Sachs, How India could rise to
the world’s second-biggest economy, 6
July 2023 (online); https://www.goldmansachs.com/intelligence/pages/how-indiacould-rise-to-the-worlds-second-biggesteconomy.html (accessed on 15 May 2024).
Press Trust of India, India aims to produce
100 GW nuclear power by 2047: AEC
Chairman Mohanty, Business Standard, 3
April 2024 (online); https://www.businessstandard.com/industry/news/india-aims-toproduce-100-gw-nuclear-power-by-2047-
aec-chairman-mohanty-124040301076_1.
html (accessed on 10 April 2024).
Literature cited 2: Garg, A., Patange, O., Vishwanathan, S S.,
Nag, T., Singh, U. and Avashia, V., Report
prepared for the Office of the Principle
Scientific Advisor (PSA) to the Government of India GoI), and Nuclear Power
Corporation of India Limited, PSA, GoI,
New Delhi, 2024.
Calabrese, E. J., Environ. Pollut., 2018,
241, 289–302.
ID: 65981
Title: Gut microbiota in human metabolic health and diseases: current perspective and impending aspects
Author: Neha Vaidh, Suman Ray, Tapas Chakma and Suyesh Shrivastava
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (4) 391-392 25 Aug (2024)
Subject: Gut microbiota in human metabolic health and diseases: current perspective and impending aspects
Keywords: None
Abstract: The urban lifestyle results in various metabolic abnormalities, including metabolic syndrome, non-alcoholic fatty
liver disease and polycystic ovary syndrome. A complex ecosystem of bacteria living in the gastrointestinal
tract – the gut microbiota, is essential for many physiological processes, such as immune system modulation
and nutrition metabolism. Changes in the richness and composition of the gut microbiota have been linked in
recent research to the onset and course of metabolic syndrome, a group of illnesses that includes hypertension,
insulin resistance, obesity and dyslipidemia. It is possible to design targeted therapies, such as probiotics or dietary regimens to alter the microbiome and perhaps reduce the risk or severity of metabolic syndrome by understanding the complex pathways by which gut microbiota influence the condition.
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Literature cited 1: Festi, D., Schiumerini, R., Eusebi, L. H.,
Marasco, G., Taddia, M. and Colecchia,
A., World J. Gastroenterol., 2014, 20(43),
16079–16094.
Su, Q. and Liu, Q., Front. Nutr., 2021, 8,
644138
Literature cited 2: André, P., Laugerette, F. and Féart, C., Nutrients, 2019, 11(8), 1887.
Dekaboruah, E., Suryavanshi, M. V.,
Chettri, D. and Verma, A. K., Arch. Microbiol., 2020, 202(8), 214
ID: 65980
Title: Building an information-resilient society
Author: Sabuj Kumar Chaudhuri,Sanjoy Kar
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (4) 389-390 25 Aug (2024)
Subject: Building an information-resilient society
Keywords: None
Abstract: A two-day international conference was
held recently to discuss the pivotal role of
information ecosystem in connecting people,
fostering understanding, and empowering
individuals, thus contributing to building
a more interconnected and harmonious
society.
The conference featured six primary
subthemes, each addressing crucial aspects
of information resilience. Participants engaged in discussions ranging from building
data-resilient communities to leveraging
frontier technologies for societal well-being.
Topics included data governance, crisis
management, the role of information centres and the intersection of information resilience with the sustainable development
goals (SDGs). There were five plenary
sessions and ten technical sessions. Thirty eight papers were presented from around
the world, both in physical and virtual
modes. The conference provided an excellent opportunity for researchers, academics
and practitioners to exchange ideas and
knowledge in the emerging area and develop effective strategies that enhance the
capacity of information ecosystems to
withstand and overcome future crises, while
maximizing societal benefits even during
non-crisis periods.
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ID: 65979
Title: Glacial hazards and forest fires in Uttarakhand Himalaya and their plausible mitigation
Author: Kalachand Sain
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (4) 383-384 25 Aug (2024)
Subject: Glacial hazards and forest fires in Uttarakhand Himalaya and their plausible mitigation
Keywords: None
Abstract: The 2450 km-long Himalayan arc has a plethora of resources like glaciers, snow, river water, minerals, ores, cold
springs, geothermal springs, hydrocarbon deposits, sunshine, wind, water bodies, medicinal plants and herbs, scenic
beauty, all of which can be harnessed for the socio-economic and agricultural growth. The high-altitude glaciers and
snow are lifelines for irrigation, drinking water, hydropower generation, and domestic and industrial usage.
However, Himalaya is stressed by several subsurface processes, climate-induced phenomena, environmental impact
and human activities, which have led to different kinds of
disasters with varied intensities
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ID: 65978
Title: Environmental information awareness capacity building and livelihood programme
Author: TV Ramachandra, Bharath Setturu,S.Vinay,M.D.Subhashchandran, Bharath H. Aithal, Tulika Mondal, Abhishek Baghel
Editor: T.V. Ramachandra
Year: 2024
Publisher: Energy &Wetlands Research Group
Source: None
Reference: Environmental information awareness capacity building and livelihood programme (Banner)
Subject: Environmental information awareness capacity building and livelihood programme
Keywords: None
Abstract: Environmental information awareness capacity building and livelihood programme, CES, EWRG, IISc, Bangalore (Banner)
Location: None
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ID: 65977
Title: Ecologically sensitive regions in the western Ghats
Author: T.V.Ramachandra, Bharath Setturu, S.Vinay,M.D. Subash Chandran and H. Bharath Aithal
Editor: T.V. Ramachandra
Year: 2024
Publisher: Energy &Wetlands Research Group
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Ecologically sensitive regions in the western Ghats (Banner)
Subject: Ecologically sensitive regions in the western Ghats
Keywords: None
Abstract: Ecologically sensitive regions in the western Ghats (Banner), CES, EWRG, IISc, Bangalore
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ID: 65976
Title: Parasite-Faunas of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh (Indian Himalayas): Diversity, Impact & Importance
Author: Ramesh Chander Bhagat reviewed by Khurshid A.Tariq
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 365-366 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Parasite-Faunas of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh (Indian Himalayas): Diversity, Impact & Importance
Keywords: None
Abstract: The book under review begins with a preface documenting the background and importance behind writing this book on
diversity of parasite fauna of Kashmir
Himalayas. Considering the biological and
ecological significance of parasites around
which the contents of the book are centred,
the book assumes high-order value in the
field of academia in general and biological
diversity in particular to increase awareness
and understanding of parasite diversity.
This reference book based on up-to-date
research work of last few decades has the
potential to fill the existing critical information gap in the field of parasite biodiversity and overall biological diversity in
Kashmir Himalayas. It is interesting to know
that about 40–50% of the living organisms
live as either ectoparasites or endoparasites
on/in different kinds of other living organisms (hosts) to fulfil their metabolic needs/
other life requirements and at the same time
are responsible for causing a variety of parasitic diseases in their hosts.
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ID: 65975
Title: Invasive plant in an anthropogenic disturbed and a community protected forest and their means as bio-resources
Author: Khikeya Semy, M. R. Singh and Maongkala Walling
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 359-363 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Invasive plant in an anthropogenic disturbed and a community protected forest and their means as bio-resources
Keywords: Bioresources, Eastern Himalayas, invasive alien plants
Abstract: The present study deals with an exploratory survey on
the uses and role of invasive alien species (IAS) in the
local Naga livelihoods in the mountainous region of
eastern Himalayas. IAS was randomly sampled from
an anthropogenic disturbed forest and a community
protected forest to comparatively analyse the type of
IAS prevailing in those conditions. Later, group discussions were arranged with local inhabitants to distinguish
and identify the various uses of IAS. A total of 31 plant
species belonging to 18 different families were identified,
out of which 21 species were reported to be used as
bio-resources. The majority of the identified species
were found to possess medicinal or curative properties.
Considering the importance of IAS despite some of
their negative impacts, it is important to impart traditional knowledge of their uses to the upcoming generations and initiate necessary steps to distinguish harmful
species from harmless ones for better ecological sustenance.
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Literature cited 1: McNeely, J. A., The Great Reshuffling: Human Dimensions of Invasive
Alien Species, IUCN, Gland, Switzerland and Cambridge, UK,
2001, p. 242.
Reddy, C. S., Bagyanarayana, G., Reddy, K. N. and Raju, V. S.,
Invasive alien flora of India, National Biological Information Infrastructure, US Geological Surv
Literature cited 2: Mooney, H. A. and Hobbs, R. J. (eds), Invasive Species in a
Changing World, Island Press, Washington, DC, USA, 2000.
Gentili, R., Schaffner, U., Martinoli, A. and Citterio, S., Invasive
alien species and biodiversity: impacts and management. Biodiversity,
2021, 22(1–2), 1–3.
ID: 65974
Title: Evaluating environmental and remote sensing factors in theileriosis risk prediction for bovine in Kerala, India: navigating post-flood climate dynamics
Author: Kuralayanapalya Puttahonnappa Suresh, Siju Susan Jacob*, Pinaki Prasad Sengupta, Tarushree Bari, Dikshitha Jagadish, Paramanandham Krishnamoorthy and Sharanagouda Shiddanagouda Patil
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 352-358 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Evaluating environmental and remote sensing factors in theileriosis risk prediction for bovine in Kerala, India: navigating post-flood climate dynamics
Keywords: Disease prediction, Kerala, livestock, machine learning, outbreak, theileriosis.
Abstract: Theileriosis, a parasitic disease, caused by Theileria spp.
and transmitted through ticks, poses a significant threat
to livestock, leading to elevated morbidity and mortality
rates. This study investigated the incidence trend of
theileriosis in Kerala, India, over three years (2019–21).
Notably, the research unveiled a substantial upsurge in
bovine theileriosis cases within Kerala during this
period, partly attributed to the state’s severe flooding
and landslides in 2018, triggered by incessant monsoon
rains. The present study envisaged pinpointing the risk
factors underlying the prevalence of theileriosis in
Kerala. Employing linear discriminant analysis, key
environmental and remote sensing variables influencing the disease’s incidence were identified. Subsequently,
these risk factors underwent climate disease modelling,
leading to the creation of risk maps. To predict areas
sensitive to theileriosis outbreaks in Kerala, two regression models and nine machine learning models were
employed. The gradient boost and random forest models
demonstrated the most accurate fit among these. The
study also estimated the basic reproduction number
(R0), which ranged from 0.89 to 1.8. This value indicates a high potential for Theileria spp. transmission
within the study area. Consequently, the research outcomes offer valuable insights into pinpointing high risk
theileriosis locations in livestock in Kerala.
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Literature cited 1: Chamuah, J. K. et al., First report of Ikeda genotype of Theileria
orientalis in Mithun (Bos frontalis) from northeastern hilly region
of India. Parasitol. Res., 2024, 123, 36.
Nene, V., Kiara, H., Lacasta, A., Pelle, R., Svitek, N. and Steinaa,
L., The biology of Theileria parva and control of East Coast fever –
current status and future trends. Ticks Tick-Borne Dis., 2016, 7,
549–564.
Literature cited 2: Sivakumar, T., Hayashida, K., Sugimoto, C. and Yokoyama, N.,
Evolution and genetic diversity of Theileria. Infect. Genet. Evol.,
2014, 27, 250–263.
Tiwari, A., Singh, N. K., Singh, H., Jyoti, Bhat, S. A. and Rath, S.
S., Prevalence of Theileria annulata infection in Hyalomma anatolicum anatolicum collected from crossbred cattle of Ludhiana, Punjab. J. Parasit, Dis., 2015, 39, 57–61
ID: 65973
Title: Prediction of drought – risk zones in Tamil Nadu using historical and global climate model data
Author: B. Santhoshkumar , N. K. Sathyamoorthy, V. Geethalakshmi , Ga Dheebakaran , K. Boomiraj , N. Manikandan and M. Selva Kumar
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 340-351 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Prediction of drought – risk zones in Tamil Nadu using historical and global climate model data
Keywords: Drought events, drought forecast, Indian Meteorological Department, standardized precipitation index
Abstract: Global climate change has increased the events and intensity of extreme events. Tamil Nadu is located in the
southern peninsula region of India, which has benefitted
both from the south-west monsoon (SWM) and the
north-east monsoon (NEM). Although variations in the
monsoon pattern increased events of drought. The
IMD gridded (1991–2020) and projected global climate
model data (EC_Earth3_Veg_LR) were used to anticipate the drought-risk-prone zones over Tamil Nadu by
using the standardized precipitation index. During
both the SSP245 and SSP585 scenarios of the near
(2021–2050) and mid (2051–2080) century periods, an
increase in rainfall amount was expected with a high
coefficient of variation (CV) across the region. The
CVs of the future SWM and NEM seasons were expected
to range from 20% to 60% and 25% to 50% respectively. Increased variability often leads to an increase
in number of drought events. Regardless of scenarios,
the southern zone was expected to experience more
drought events, followed by the northwestern zone
during SWM. Drought events during the NEM were
expected to increase in northeastern zone districts.
Changes in cropping patterns and policymaking for future risk-prone areas were undertaken as a proactive
response to mitigate potential agricultural challenges.
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Literature cited 1: IPCC, Working Group I, Contribution to the IPCC Fifth Assessment
Report on Climate Change: The Physical Science Basis – Summary
for Policymakers, Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change,
Stockholm, 2013, pp. 72–74.
Lesk, C., Rowhani, P. and Ramankutty, N., Influence of extreme
weather disasters on global crop production. Nature, 2016, 529(7584),
84–87
Literature cited 2: National Research Council, Adapting to the impacts of climate
change, National Academies Press, 2011.
Agha, K. A., Feldman, D., Hoerling, M., Huxman, T. and Lund, J.,
Water and climate: recognize anthropogenic drought. Nature, 2015,
524(7566), 409–411.
ID: 65972
Title: Evaluation of farmers’ contentment with climate resilient agricultural technologies in Telangana, India
Author: Boda Mahesh Naik, A. K. Singh , Saikat Maji , P. Venkatesan and Rohit Shelar
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 333-339 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Evaluation of farmers’ contentment with climate resilient agricultural technologies in Telangana, India
Keywords: Climate change, NICRA, path analysis, resilience, technologies.
Abstract: National Innovations on Climate Resilient Agriculture
(NICRA) is a flagship project of the Indian Council of
Agricultural Research (ICAR) to mitigate climate
change in vulnerable districts of India. The present study
assessed farmers’ satisfaction with climate-resilient agricultural technologies following their adoption in two
vulnerable districts of Telangana, India, identified under
the NICRA project. Results showed that most farmers
in the Suryapet and Khammam (62.67% and 90.00%)
districts of Telangana state expressed high satisfaction
with these technologies. Additionally, a significant
proportion had a highly favourable perception of the
technology promoters (71.33% and 82.00%), high perceived expectations (52.67% and 74.00%), high perceived
quality (58.00% and 86.00%), and a high perceived
value (68.00% and 84.00%) associated with climateresilient agricultural technologies. Importantly, the
vast majority of the farmers in both districts expressed
their intent to use these technologies when the need
arises. Path analysis revealed that variables like perceived image, perceived expectation, perceived quality
and perceived value had a significant direct impact on
satisfaction, while there was no indirect effect on behavioural intention.
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Literature cited 1: The Economic Times, Food grain output seen at record 330.5 MT in
2022–23, 26 May 2023.
Godfray, H. C. J. et al., Food security: the challenge of feeding
nine billion people. Science, 2010, 327, 812–818.
Literature cited 2: Mbow, C. et al., Food security. In Climate Change and Land: An
IPCC Special Report on Climate Change, Desertification, Land
Degradation, Sustainable Land Management, Food Security, and
Greenhouse Gas Fluxes in Terrestrial Ecosystems (eds Delmotte,
V. M. et al.), Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, UK and
New York, USA, 2019, pp. 437–450; doi:10.10171978/009157988.
FAO, The state of food security and nutrition in the world. Building climate resilience for food security and nutrition. Food and Agriculture Organization
ID: 65971
Title: Complete mitochondrial genome profile of Randall’s threadfin bream, Nemipterus randalli and its phylogenetic analysis
Author: Neenu Raj, Sandhya Sukumaran , Lakshmi P. Mukundan , Anjaly Jose , Sujitha Mary , K. Nisha and A. Gopalakrishnan
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 322-332 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Complete mitochondrial genome profile of Randall’s threadfin bream, Nemipterus randalli and its phylogenetic analysis
Keywords: Mitogenome, Nemipterus randalli, nemipteridae, phylogeny, protein coding genes.
Abstract: We characterized the complete mitogenome of Nemipterus randalli and performed comparative mitogenomic
analysis with previously determined mitochondrial genomes belonging to the family Nemipteridae. Using Sanger
sequencing, we identified a 16,642 bp mitogenome containing 37 genes (13 protein-coding, 2 rRNA, 22 tRNA)
and a non-coding region. Its gene organization, nucleotide composition, tRNA secondary structure and codon
usage are similar to other Nemipteridae mitogenomes.
The phylogenetic analysis indicated that Nemipteridae
is a monophyletic group. The present study forms the
basis for further studies on the population genetics,
evolution and phylogeny of N. randalli and its family.
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Literature cited 1: Russell, B. C., FAO species catalogue. Nemipterid fishes of the
world (Threadfin breams, Whiptail breams, Monocle breams,
Dwarf monocle breams and Coral breams) family Nemipteridae.
An annotated and illustrated catalogue of Nemipterid species
known to date, FAO Fisheries Synopsis, FAO Rome, 1990, vol. 12,
pp. 1–149.
Karuppasamy, K., Kingston, S. D., Jawahar, P. and Vidhya, V.,
Spatio-temporal variation in the diversity of threadfin breams
(Family: Nemipteridae) from Wadge Bank, South India. J. Entomol. Zool. Stud., 2018, 6, 450–454.
Literature cited 2: CMFRI, Annual Report 2018–19, 2018.
IUCN, The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN Red List
of Threatened Species, 2019; https://www.iucnredlist.org/en