Xiaofu Zhou

Jilin Normal University, Jilin, Jilin Sheng, China

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Publications (4)6.02 Total impact

  • Article: [Comparative study on photosynthetic characteristics of different ploidy Rhodiola sachalinensis germplasm].
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    ABSTRACT: To compare the photosynthetic characteristics difference of different ploidy Rhodiola sachalinensis germplasm and provide the scientific basis for their cultivation. LI-6400/XT photosynthesis system was used to measure leaf light response curve and CO2 response curve of diploid and autotetraploid. Biomass, leaf area, stomatal characteristics and chlorophyll content differences were compared in the study. Stomata of the two germplasms were open during daytime obviously, and stomata conductance responded to the changes of light intensity and CO2 concentration which was not consistent with the characteristics of CAM (crassulacean acid metabolism) plants. Light compensation point of autotetraploid was significantly lower than that of the diploid, and light saturation points of both germplam were close, and their light saturation points were near 500 micromol x m(-2) x s(-1). Quantum efficiency of autotetraploid was significantly higher than the diploid, and the net photosynthetic rate of autotetraploid significantly higher than the diploid when light intensity was higher than 500 micromol x m(-2) x s(-1). Stomata conductance, transpiration rate of autotetraploid was also significantly higher than that of diploid. Biomass, leaf area, stomata diameter and chlorophyll content of autotetraploid were much higher than that of diploid, while the stomata density of autotetraploid was less than diploid. The results above provide scientific basis for the cultivation of different ploidy Rh. sachalinensi germplasm.
    Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica 06/2011; 36(12):1547-52.
  • Article: Salidroside production by hairy roots of Rhodiola sachalinensis obtained after transformation with Agrobacterium rhizogenes.
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    ABSTRACT: Hairy roots induced by Agrobacterium rhizogenes grow faster, and are considered as genetically stable. These hairy roots can be used as an interesting material for the production of secondary metabolites of pharmaceutical value. Salidroside has been identified as the major compounds from the roots of Rhodiola sachalinensis A. BOR. Here, we provide an update that adds new perspectives on the prospects and challenges of producing Salidroside from hairy roots induced by Agrobacterium rhizogene in Rhodiola sachalinensis A. BOR. For high salidroside production, the optimal concentration for precursor (Tyrosol, Tyrosine, and Phenylalanine) and elicitor (Aspergillus niger, Coriolus versicolor, and Ganoderma lucidum) was added in the LB liquid medium, respectively. The addition of elicitor in the liquid MS medium and the utilization of precursor from chemical feeding enhanced biomass accumulation and salidroside production. The optimal concentration for elicitor and precursor in the liquid medium was 0.05 mg/l and 1 mmol/l, respectively.
    Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin 04/2007; 30(3):439-42. · 1.66 Impact Factor
  • Article: Hairy roots induced by Agrobacterium rhizogenes and production of regenerative plants in hairy root cultures in maize.
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    ABSTRACT: Hairy roots of maize were induced by infecting 15-d calli with Agrobacterium rhizogenes. The hairy roots cultured in hormone-free media showed the vigorous growth and typical hairy root features. The regenerated plants were produced from hairy roots in MS media supplemented with 1.6 mg/L ZT and 0.4 mg/L NAA. The PCR-Southern hybridization demonstrated that T-DNA had been integrated into the chromosome of regenerated plants.
    Science in China Series C Life Sciences 09/2006; 49(4):305-10. · 1.61 Impact Factor
  • Article: Chemically regulated expression systems and their applications in transgenic plants.
    Renhou Wang, Xiaofu Zhou, Xingzhi Wang
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    ABSTRACT: In the past 20 years, several systems have been developed to control transgene expression in plants using chemicals. The components used to construct these systems are derived from regulatory sequences mostly from non-plant organisms such as bacteria, fungi, insects and mammals. These constructs allowed transgene expression to be controlled temporally, spatially and quantitatively with the help of exogenous chemicals, without disturbing endogenous plant gene expression. Various chemically regulated transgene expression systems, their advantages/disadvantages and their potential for large-scale field application are reviewed.
    Transgenic Research 11/2003; 12(5):529-40. · 2.75 Impact Factor