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Genome and tissue-specific transcriptomes of the large-polyp coral, Fimbriaphyllia (Euphyllia) ancora: a recipe for a coral polyp.
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Communications biology [Commun Biol] 2024 Jul 24; Vol. 7 (1), pp. 899. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Jul 24. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Coral polyps are composed of four tissues; however, their characteristics are largely unexplored. Here we report biological characteristics of tentacles (Te), mesenterial filaments (Me), body wall (Bo), and mouth with pharynx (MP), using comparative genomic, morpho-histological, and transcriptomic analyses of the large-polyp coral, Fimbriaphyllia ancora. A draft F. ancora genome assembly of 434 Mbp was created. Morpho-histological and transcriptomic characterization of the four tissues showed that they have distinct differences in structure, primary cellular composition, and transcriptional profiles. Tissue-specific, highly expressed genes (HEGs) of Te are related to biological defense, predation, and coral-algal symbiosis. Me expresses multiple digestive enzymes, whereas Bo expresses innate immunity and biomineralization-related molecules. Many receptors for neuropeptides and neurotransmitters are expressed in MP. This dataset and new insights into tissue functions will facilitate a deeper understanding of symbiotic biology, immunology, biomineralization, digestive biology, and neurobiology in corals.<br /> (© 2024. The Author(s).)
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- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 2399-3642
- Volume :
- 7
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Communications biology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 39048698
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1038/s42003-024-06544-4