Meeting Abstract 26.5 Monday, Jan. 5 Mitochondrial genome evolution of Amphinomidae (Annelida: Amphinomida) BORDA, E*; HALANYCH, KM; Auburn University; Auburn University ezb0004@auburn.edu The sequencing of complete mitochondrial (mt) genomes is becoming easier and the availability of these data continues to play important roles for the inferring evolutionary histories of diverse animal groups. This is particular the case […]
sessions: Session 26
Evolution of physical interactions among the transcription factors HoxA-11 and FOXO1a during the evolution of pregnancy in mammals
Meeting Abstract 26.11 Monday, Jan. 5 Evolution of physical interactions among the transcription factors HoxA-11 and FOXO1a during the evolution of pregnancy in mammals. BRAYER, K.J.*; LYNCH, V.J.; WAGNER, G.P.; Yale University, New Haven; Yale University, New Haven; Yale University, New Haven kathryn.brayer@yale.edu Decidualization of endometrial stromal cells is a critical step in the successful establishment of […]
EVOLUTION OF GLYCOPROTEIN HORMONEGLYCOPROTEIN HORMONE RECEPTOR SYSTEMS IN VERTEBRATES FROM A SEA LAMPREY PERSPECTIVE
Meeting Abstract 26.9 Monday, Jan. 5 EVOLUTION OF GLYCOPROTEIN HORMONE/GLYCOPROTEIN HORMONE RECEPTOR SYSTEMS IN VERTEBRATES FROM A SEA LAMPREY PERSPECTIVE FREAMAT, Mihael*; SOWER, Stacia A.; University of New Hampshire, Durham; University of New Hampshire Durham sasower@cisunix.unh.edu The endocrine control of the gonadal and thyroid physiology in vertebrates depends ultimately on the interaction between the pituitary glycoprotein hormones […]
Domestication and adaptation of a transposable element in to a tissue-specific enhancer of prolactin (PRL) was an essential step in the origin of pregnancy in placental mammals
Meeting Abstract 26.10 Monday, Jan. 5 Domestication and adaptation of a transposable element in to a tissue-specific enhancer of prolactin (PRL) was an essential step in the origin of pregnancy in placental mammals LYNCH, Vincent/J*; WAGNER, Gunter/P; Yale University; Yale University vincent.j.lynch@yale.edu The evolution of gene regulation, particularly through cis-regulatory element and transcription factor change, is widely […]
Comparative transcriptome profiling provides novel insights into the evolutionary genetics of black widow spider venom
Meeting Abstract 26.6 Monday, Jan. 5 Comparative transcriptome profiling provides novel insights into the evolutionary genetics of black widow spider venom. GARB, J.E.*; HAYASHI, C.Y.; ZINSMAIER, K.E.; University of Arizona; University of California, Riverside; University of Arizona garb@email.arizona.edu Animal venoms are complex mixtures of toxins having diverse physiological activities, which can often evolve rapidly in response to […]
Accelerated mtDNA evolution in microcrustaceans (Daphniidae) that lack an ultraviolet-radiation refugium
Meeting Abstract 26.4 Monday, Jan. 5 Accelerated mtDNA evolution in microcrustaceans (Daphniidae) that lack an ultraviolet-radiation refugium CONNELLY, SJ*; TAYLOR, DJ; Rochester Institute of Technology; University at Buffalo sandra.connelly@rit.edu Ultraviolet radiation (UV-R) has been shown to negatively affect exposed organisms through induced DNA mutations, the formation of DNA photolesions, and an overall decreased fitness. Most zooplankton can […]
Transcriptomic responses to heat-stress reveal the molecular basis for the success of invasive mussels
Meeting Abstract 26.3 Monday, Jan. 4 Transcriptomic responses to heat-stress reveal the molecular basis for the success of invasive mussels LOCKWOOD, Brent L.*; SANDERS, Jon G.; SOMERO, George N.; Hopkins Marine Station of Stanford University; Hopkins Marine Station of Stanford University; Hopkins Marine Station of Stanford University blockwoo@stanford.edu Invasive species are increasingly important factors in marine ecosystems […]
Spectral sensitivity of the concave mirror eyes of scallops The influence of habitat and longitudinal chromatic aberration
Meeting Abstract 26.4 Monday, Jan. 4 Spectral sensitivity of the concave mirror eyes of scallops: The influence of habitat and longitudinal chromatic aberration SPEISER, D.I.*; LOEW, E.R.; JOHNSEN, S.; Duke University; Cornell University; Duke University dis4@duke.edu Scallops have unique eyes that use a concave spherical mirror to form images by reflection. Scallop eyes also contain a lens […]
Respiratory gas exchange patterns of a semi-aquatic insect effects of environmental humidity vs oxygen demand
Meeting Abstract 26.1 Monday, Jan. 4 Respiratory gas exchange patterns of a semi-aquatic insect: effects of environmental humidity vs. oxygen demand CONTRERAS, H.L.*; BRADLEY, T. J.; University of California, Irvine; University of California, Irvine hcontrer@uci.edu The adaptive significance of insect gas exchange patterns, in particular the importance of the discontinuous gas exchange cycle (DGC), has been […]
Form, function, and evolution of holotrichous isorhiza nematocysts
Meeting Abstract 26.5 Monday, Jan. 4 Form, function, and evolution of holotrichous isorhiza nematocysts REFT, A.J.; Ohio State Univ. reft.1@osu.edu Although Cnidaria consists of a diversity of body forms and life cycles, all members produce nematocysts, which provides the phylum with a strong synapomorphy. Understanding the evolution of nematocysts, intracellular capsules important for the capture of prey, […]
