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Tianliu Zhang¹, Qunhao Niu¹, Tianzhen Wang¹

¹Laboratory of Molecular Biology and Bovine Breeding, Institute of Animal Science, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, China.

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This study reveals key genes regulating beef

Keywords:

beef cuts co-expression gene network differentially expressed genes fatty acids transcriptome

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Area of Science:

Animal Science
Genomics
Nutritional Science

Background:

Beef's nutritional value is significantly influenced by its fatty acid composition.
Understanding the genetic basis of fatty acid profiles in different beef cuts is crucial for improving beef quality.
Current knowledge on the transcriptomic regulation of beef fatty acid composition requires further elucidation.

Purpose of the Study:

To characterize the dynamic changes in fatty acid composition across five distinct beef cuts using comparative transcriptomics.
To identify candidate genes and molecular pathways involved in regulating beef fatty acid profiles.
To provide insights for genetic selection programs aimed at enhancing beneficial fatty acid content in beef cattle.

Main Methods:

Comparative transcriptomic analysis of five different beef cuts.
Identification and analysis of differentially expressed genes (DEGs).
Co-expression gene network analysis and functional enrichment analysis.

Main Results:

Identified 7545 differentially expressed genes (DEGs) across 10 pair-wise comparisons.
Discovered two gene modules significantly correlated with specific fatty acid compositions.
Pinpointed 38 candidate genes involved in fatty acid biosynthesis, degradation, and lipid metabolism pathways (e.g., PPAR, AMPK signaling).
Highlighted DEGs such as SCD, LPL, FABP3, and PPARD, crucial for lipid metabolism and adipocyte differentiation.

Conclusions:

Transcriptome regulation plays a significant role in determining the fatty acid composition of beef cuts.
Identified candidate genes and pathways provide a foundation for understanding and manipulating beef's nutritional quality.
Findings support the development of genetic strategies to improve the fatty acid profile of beef cattle for enhanced human nutrition.