The insect chemoreceptor superfamily in Drosophila melanogaster is predicted to consist of 62 odorant receptor (Or) and 68 gustatory receptor (Gr) proteins, encoded by families of 60 Or and 60 Gr genes through alternative splicing. We include two previously undescribed Or genes and two previously undescribed Gr genes; two previously predicted Or genes are shown to be alternative splice forms. T...

The HMG box is a novel type of DNA-binding domain found in a diverse group of proteins. The HMG box superfamily comprises a.o. the High Mobility Group proteins HMG1 and HMG2, the nucleolar transcription factor UBF, the lymphoid transcription factors TCF-1 and LEF-1, the fungal mating-type genes mat-Mc and MATA1, and the mammalian sex-determining gene SRY. The superfamily dates back to at least ...

Background and Objectives: Annexin is the common name for genes and proteins that were identified as calcium-dependent phospholipid-binding proteins. Recently a more complex set of functions has been recognized for this superfamily of proteins including in vesicle trafficking, cell division, apoptosis, calcium signalling, mineralization, crystal nucleation inside the extracellular organelle...

The TRP channel superfamily was widely found in multiple species. They were involved many extrasensory perceptions and important for adapting to the environment. migratory locust one of worldwide agricultural pests due huge damage. In this study, we identified 13 genes genome. number LmTRP consistent with most insects. phylogenetic tree showed that could be divided into seven subfamilies. conse...

during an investigation on edaphic mite fauna of orchards and parks of tehran, some species belonging to the superfamily pygmephoroidea were collected and identified, of which bakerdania graciloides sevastianov is considered to be a new record for iran.