Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A November 2008 PMID 19004808

Horizontal gene transfer of the algal nuclear gene psbO to the photosynthetic sea slug Elysia chlorotica.

Mary E Rumpho, Jared M Worful, Jungho Lee, Krishna Kannan, Mary S Tyler, Debashish Bhattacharya, Ahmed Moustafa, James R Manhart

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The group displays a mixture of curiosity and skepticism, with some users supporting the significance of horizontal gene transfer by mentioning detailed scientific references, while others criticize the presentation or express confusion. Word choices like 'evolução' and references to scientific studies convey a tone of scientific interest, but there is also an undertone of questioning and disbelief that moderates the overall impact.

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The discussions show mixed reactions; some participants express amazement at the natural process of gene transfer, while others question or dismiss the scientific validity or significance.

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Abstract in brief

  • The sea slug Elysia chlorotica can retain and photosynthesize captured plastids from its algal prey Vaucheria litorea for months, despite plastids needing nuclear genes from algae to function properly.
  • Researchers confirmed that the slug's own genome contains a transferred version of the algal gene psbO, which is essential for photosynthesis, indicating horizontal gene transfer from algae to the slug.
  • This gene transfer allows the slug to produce necessary photosynthetic proteins independently, leading to a novel form of metabolic capability, showcasing how predation and gene exchange can create new evolutionary traits in animals.]

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Fontes: Rumpho et al, Horizontal gene transfer of the algal nuclear gene psbO to the photosynthetic sea slug Elysia chlorotica, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Nov 2008, 105 (46) 17867 17871; DOI: 10.1073/pnas.0804968105

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vol.5 あとでまとめてツイートします 少し前のPNAS、ケプトプラストするウミウシは藻類由来のゲノムを一部持ってるらしい、的な論文 https://t.co/7xP5tEk7BF

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The article "Horizontal gene transfer of the algal nuclear gene psbO to the photosynthesis sea slug Elysia chlorotica" explained detailed description of distinct branches of the tree of life driven by predation and horizontal gene transfer #Science #plants https://t.co/A46VJvQTHL https://t.co/iHwh2Pb24s

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@studyrodrigo @dudelbem https://t.co/q9lCvPax8l que tal uma espécie adquirindo a capacidade de fazer fotossíntese? N é evolução? https://t.co/TdGx9VoaoU Que tal um videozinho animado já q vc n parece saber oq é um artigo científico e sequer ciência? Aprenda mais, melhore. Vc deve ser novo, há salvação

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@witness_meee @aatamkdaddy @creation247 Yes, they do. Based on what you say that is needed an external intelligence? https://t.co/eHrzULFXl0 That's evolution, occurring in front of everyone eyes. What's the external intelligence in that process?

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vol.5 あとでまとめてツイートします 少し前のPNAS、ケプトプラストするウミウシは藻類由来のゲノムを一部持ってるらしい、的な論文 https://t.co/7xP5tEk7BF

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@RTB_FRana More recent, in an animal: https://t.co/t7N7LrNaqU Less recent (but recent in relative terms) in a Rhizarian: https://t.co/gCmJ6GbHZp

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Fontes: Rumpho et al, Horizontal gene transfer of the algal nuclear gene psbO to the photosynthetic sea slug Elysia chlorotica, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Nov 2008, 105 (46) 17867 17871; DOI: 10.1073/pnas.0804968105

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RT @dayofabiyi: The article "Horizontal gene transfer of the algal nuclear gene psbO to the photosynthesis sea slug Elysia chlorotica" expl…

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The article "Horizontal gene transfer of the algal nuclear gene psbO to the photosynthesis sea slug Elysia chlorotica" explained detailed description of distinct branches of the tree of life driven by predation and horizontal gene transfer #Science #plants https://t.co/A46VJvQTHL https://t.co/iHwh2Pb24s

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