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This paper proposes an enhanced chaos synchronization control scheme of stochastic nonlinear systems for the permanent magnet synchronous motors(PMSMs) applications for dynamic operating mechanism under different working environment. Firstly, a novel fixed-time stochastic stability theorem and convergence for the stochastic nonlinear system is valid through formulating a novel Lyapunov function. Different from what has been achieved on the fixed-time stability, it's not the usual range but it's more precise for settling time which improving control performance effectually. Secondly, the chaos synchronization issue of driven-response PMSMs with stochastic noise is firstly investigated based on the proposed Lyapunov theorem synchronizing the complex dynamic systems considering practical significance. Finally, the fixed-time synchronization control scheme is developed via applying the adaptive algorithms, furthermore, through constructing a reasonable synchronization dynamic error system achieving stability in probability of fixed time. A simulation analysis is demonstrated to verify the availability of the proposed control strategy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

• Thirty lncRNAs and 1364 genes involved in Cd stress response were identified from Betula platyphylla. • Four lncRNAs that play important roles in response to Cd stress were identified. • LncRNA2705.1 and LncRNA11415.1 regulate their target genes, such as LDHA and HSP18.1 to increase Cd stress tolerance. Cadmium (Cd) is one of the most serious global environmental pollutants, which inhibits plant growth and interferes with their physiological processes. However, there have been few studies on the involvement of long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) in Cd tolerance. In the present study, we identified the lncRNAs from Betula platyphylla (birch) that respond to Cd stress. Thirty lncRNAs that were differentially expressed under Cd treatment were identified, including 16 upregulated and 14 downregulated lncRNAs. Nine differentially regulated lncRNAs were selected for further characterization. These lncRNAs were transiently overexpressed in birch plants to determine their roles in Cd tolerance. Among them, two lncRNAs conferred Cd tolerance and two induced sensitivity to Cd stress. We further determined the Cd tolerance of four target genes of the lncRNAs involved in Cd tolerance, including l -lactate dehydrogenase A (LDHA),heat shock protein (HSP18.1), yellow stripe-like protein (YSL9), and H/ACA ribonucleoprotein complex subunit 2-like protein (HRCS2L). Among them, HSP18.1 and LDHA showed improved tolerance to Cd stress, whereas the other two genes did not appear to be involved in Cd tolerance. These results suggested that lncRNAs can up- or downregulate their target genes to improve Cd tolerance. These results increase our understanding of lncRNA-mediated Cd tolerance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract: Asia contributes more than 90% to the world''s aquaculture production. Like other farming systems, aquaculture is plagued with disease problems resulting from its intensification and commercialization. This paper describes the various factors, providing specific examples, which have contributed to the current disease problems faced by what is now the fastest growing food-producing sector globally. These include increased globalization of trade and markets; the intensification of fish-farming practices through the movement of broodstock, postlarvae, fry and fingerlings; the introduction of new species for aquaculture development; the expansion of the ornamental fish trade; the enhancement of marine and coastal areas through the stocking of aquatic animals raised in hatcheries; the unanticipated interactions between cultured and wild populations of aquatic animals; poor or lack of effective biosecurity measures; slow awareness on emerging diseases; the misunderstanding and misuse of specific pathogen free (SPF) stocks; climate change; other human-mediated movements of aquaculture commodities. Data on the socio-economic impacts of aquatic animal diseases are also presented, including estimates of losses in production, direct and indirect income and employment, market access or share of investment, and consumer confidence; food availability; industry failures. Examples of costs of investment in aquatic animal health-related activities, including national strategies, research, surveillance, control and other health management programmes are also provided. Finally, the strategies currently being implemented in the Asian region to deal with transboundary diseases affecting the aquaculture sector are highlighted. These include compliance with international codes, and development and implementation of regional guidelines and national aquatic animal health strategies; new diagnostic and therapeutic techniques and new information technology; new biosecurity measures including risk analysis, epidemiology, surveillance, reporting and planning for emergency response to epizootics; targeted research; institutional strengthening and manpower development (education, training and extension research and diagnostic services). [Copyright &y& Elsevier]