Mantle transcriptome sequencing of Mytilus spp. and identification of putative biomineralization genes.

ABSTRACT: In molluscs, the shell secreted by mantle tissue during the biomineralization process is the first barrier against predators and mechanical damage. Changing environmental conditions, such as ocean acidification, influence shell strength and thus protection of the soft body within. Mussels are marine bivalves with important commercial and ecological value worldwide. Despite this importance, the proteins involved in the biomineralization and pigmentation processes in Mytilus spp. remain unclear, as does taxonomy of Mytilus taxa, though there have been many molecular studies. To further understanding in these areas, this study aimed to characterize and compare mantle transcriptomes of four mussel taxa using next generation sequencing. Mussels representing four taxa, were collect

SUBMITTER: Malachowicz M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6359903 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature