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A medical and molecular approach to kefir as a therapeutic agent of human microbiota A review
(Imr Press, 2024) Yegin, Zeynep; Sudagidan, Mert
The imbalanced microbial composition called as dysbiosis constitutes a tendency related to different kind of human diseases. To overcome the disadvantages of dysbiosis, the consumption of probiotics is an emerging and promising topic of the last decade. Kefir is a probiotic fermented beverage produced from the fermentation of kefir grains with changing varieties of milk and displays a symbiotic association of bacteria and yeast. The discovery of the concept that fermented foods/beverages such as kefir could modify gut microbiota in humans has widened the borders of precision medicine and now microbiome therapeutics can be considered as a significant part of this field. Kefir seems to have potential to guide and manipulate future replacement/complementary therapies with a variety of beneficial biological/medical properties it has. The aim of this review was a comprehensive recapitulation of probiotic beverage kefir's significant properties mainly focusing of antioxidative, immunomodulatory, apoptotic, antitumor, neuroprotective. Apoptotic/antimetastatic effects are regulated at the molecular level by increases in TGF-beta 1, caspase-3, p53, Bax, Bax:Bcl-2 ratio, p21 and decreases in TGF-alpha, Bcl-2 and MMP polarization. Neuroprotective effects are revealed upon upregulation of SOD/catalase and anti-inflammatory Treg cells, decreases in repetitive behavior and modulation of apoptotic genes. Besides these significant features that may offer quite advantages in supplementary cancer therapies, the scope was also extended to recent emerging medical topics and also discussed and evaluated the concept of psychobiotics. The therapeutic potential of psychobiotic effect is majorly attributed to the increased ratios of Clostridium butyricum, Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium.
A metagenomic survey of bacterial communities from kurut: The fermented cow milk in Kyrgyzstan
(Wiley-V C H Verlag Gmbh, 2024) Yegin, Zeynep; Mamatova, Zhanylbubu; Yurt, Mediha Nur Zafer; Tasbasi, Behiye Busra; Acar, Elif Esma; Ucak, Samet; Sueleymanoglu, Ali Anil
Kurut is a traditional dry dairy product mostly consumed in Central Asia. In this study, the distribution of the dominant bacteria present in kurut samples (n=84) originated from seven (Chuy, Issyk-Kul, Talas, Naryn, Jalal-Abad, Osh, and Batken) regions in Kyrgyzstan were analyzed with Illumina iSeq100 platform. The dominant phylum detected was Firmicutes followed by Proteobacteria, Actinobacteria, Cyanobacteria/Chloroplast, and Tenericutes. The most abundant family detected was Lactobacillaceae followed by Streptococcaceae, Enterococcaceae, Chloroplast, and Leuconostocaceae. At the genus level, Lactobacillus was the predominant one in samples and Streptococcus, Enterococcus, Lactococcus, and Streptophyta followed this. Further comprehensive characterization analyses in kurut samples may have potential applications both in industrial starter culture developments and also future therapeutic approaches based on potential strains with probiotic properties. image
Association analysis of Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) scores with serotonin transporter (5-HTT- LPR, 5-HTT-VNTR) and circadian (PER3-VNTR) genes
(Thieme Medical Publ Inc, 2022) Ozen, Filiz; Yegin, Zeynep; Saglam, Zuhal Aydan; Yavlal, Figen; Koc, Haydar; Ulasoglu, Celal
Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is a common complaint encountered in clinical practice with serious consequences both for individual and society since it can increase the ratio of motor vehicle accidents, work-related incidents, and deaths. Moreover, it also manifests less serious individual consequences. This study aimed to investigate the potential role of PER3-VNTR, 5-HTT-LPR, and 5-HTT-VNTR in terms of constituting liability to EDS. Two hundred eighteen participants (93 complaining about daytime sleepiness and 125 individuals with no serious complaint) were recruited in the study. General daytime of sleepiness was quantified with Epworth sleepiness scale (ESS). DNA extractions were performed from collected blood samples with standart salting-out procedure and genotyped. ESS scores displayed difference between individuals suffering from sleep disturbances and other individuals with values of 12.75 +/- 4.55 and 6.34 +/- 4.26, respectively. PER3VNTR and 5-HTT-LPR genotypes did not display association with mean ESS scores. However, 5-HTT-VNTR genotypes showed significant association with mean ESS scores; individuals with 10/10 genotypes had the highest ESS score reflecting this genotype as a liability factor for EDS. We strongly recommend further studies based on circadian/serotonin pathway genes in different populations to reach to a consensus and highlight sleep genetic marker genes which then can be the future targets of pharmacological treatment studies for sleep problems.
Bacterial Profiling of Brined Grapevine Leaves Collected From Different Local Markets in Türkiye
(Wiley-V C H Verlag Gmbh, 2025) Ucak, Samet; Yegin, Zeynep; Yurt, Mediha Nur Zafer; Sudagidan, Mert; Altunbas, Osman; Ozalp, Veli Cengiz
Microorganisms linked to the grapevine, Vitis vinifera, can impact crop quality, plant growth, and human and plant health. This study examined the bacterial community structures of brined grapevine leaves (n = 56) taken from seven distinct regions in T & uuml;rkiye using next-generation sequencing technology. Investigations were also conducted into the samples' chemical properties. Firmicutes was the dominant phylum, followed by Proteobacteria, Actinobacteria, and Bacteroidetes. Bacillaceae was the predominant family in the analyzed samples, followed by Clostridiaceae, Peptostreptococcaceae, and Enterobacteriaceae. Bacillus was the dominant genus, followed by Lysinibacillus and Clostridium sensu stricto. The samples exhibited differences in terms of pH, total acidity, and salt content. The pH values of the brined grapevine leaves ranged from 2.31 to 6.91, the acidity levels ranged from 0.09% to 1.80%, and the salt percentages ranged from 3.39% to 49.14%. This research provides pioneering information for bacterial community analysis of brined grapevine leaves.
Bifidobacterium: A promising coadjuvant for colorectal carcinoma
(Bandirma Onyedi Eylul University, 2024) Yegin, Zeynep; Yildirim, Seval Cing
Colorectal cancer prevalence has rapidly increased due to dietary changes to Western style. The regulation of the gut microbiota may serve as a promising approach in colorectal cancer management. The dysbiosis of the gut microbiome affects cancer development because of its roles in inflammation and genotoxicity. Cell culture studies, animal studies, and some novel clinical studies refer to the therapeutic potential of Bifidobacterium.
Characterization of Environmental Bacillus Isolates by Protein Fingerprinting and Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA Profiles
(Springer India, 2017) Berber, Ismet; Avsar, Cumhur; Yegin, Zeynep; Civek, Seyhan
The aim of the present study was to investigate antibiotic resistance, plasmid, random amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD) and sodium dodecyl sulfate polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE) profiles of the Bacillus spp. isolated from soil of Sinop environs, Turkey. A total of fifty-seven isolates were identified as Bacillus spp. based on morphological and physiological properties. All isolates were found resistant to bacitracin. Susceptibility patterns of the isolates to other tested antibiotics varied from 100 to 31.5 %. The plasmid analysis results indicated that isolates harbored 2 to 7 plasmids. The numerical analysis of whole cell and extracellular protein profiles of the isolates displayed similarity levels between 78–100 and 67–100 % respectively reflecting the less discriminative power of SDS-PAGE at subspecies level. However, RAPD analysis of genomic DNA using four different universal primers revealed 100 % polymorphism indicating the strength of RAPD in the differentiation of Bacillus isolates. © 2016, The National Academy of Sciences, India.
Determination of bacterial community structure of Turkish kefir beverages via metagenomic approach
(Elsevier Sci Ltd, 2022) Yegin, Zeynep; Yurt, Mediha Nur Zafer; Tasbasi, Behiye Busra; Acar, Elif Esma; Altunbas, Osman; Ucak, Samet; Ozalp, Veli Cengiz
Bacterial microbiota of industrially produced kefir beverages (n:33) consumed in Turkey was studied using a culture-independent method and a metagenomic approach. DNA extraction from non pre enriched and pre-enriched kefir samples was used for 16S rRNA amplicon sequencing. Kefirs were dominated by Firmicutes, followed by Actinobacteria and Proteobacteria phyla. The most abundant genera in non pre-enriched kefir beverages were Lactococcus followed by Streptococcus, Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus, and Leuconostoc. Pre-enriched kefirs were dominated by Streptococcus followed by Lactobacillus, Lactococcus, Bifidobacterium, and Leuconostoc at the genus level. Psychroserpens, Desulfonispora, Pediococcus, Micromonospora, Fructobacillus, Mycobacterium, Acetobacter, Pseudopedobacter, and Clostridium XI genera were found only in pre-enriched kefirs. Kefirs displayed pH differences from 4.04 to 4.49 and the acidity was 0.617e0.987. In two samples, the lowest pH values were obtained with abundance of Lactobacillus helveticus and Streptococcus salivarius. This study broadens our viewpoint and strengthens future applications of kefir beverages in industrial and medical fields. (C)& nbsp;2022 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
Determination of Bacterial Diversity of Propolis Microbiota
(Wiley-V C H Verlag Gmbh, 2023) Omeroglu, Esra Ersoy; Arserim-Ucar, Dilhun Keriman; Yegin, Zeynep; Caglayan, Nevzat; Yurt, Mediha Nur Zafer; Tasbasi, Behiye Busra; Acar, Elif Esma
Propolis is a natural resinous mixture produced by the excretions of honeybees. PCR amplification of the 16S rRNA gene region was achieved using DNA of pre-enriched propolis samples collected from Apis mellifera production hives (n=37) in Eastern Turkiye (Bingol and its regions). Next-generation sequencing and metabarcoding techniques were used to identify bacterial communities in propolis samples. Firmicutes dominated the phylum structure, with Proteobacteria, Actinobacteria, Tenericutes, and Spirochaetes following. The top three bacterial families were Bacillaceae, Enterobacteriaceae, and Enterococcaceae. Bacillus (dominantly B. badius and B. thermolactis at the species level) was recognized at the genus level, followed by Enterococcus and Clostridium sensu stricto. Our study comprehensively identified the bacterial diversity of propolis samples. Further investigations targeting to enlighten the microbiota of propolis and its potential application fields are required to gain better insight into ecological, nutritional, and medicinal perspectives.
Elevated expression levels of COX-2, IL-8 and VEGF in colon adenocarcinoma
(C M B Assoc, 2023) Uslukaya, Omer; Yegin, Zeynep; Taskesen, Fatih; Yildirim, Ibrahim Halil
There is growing evidence of a connection between inflammation and tumor development and NF-kappa B is an important transcription factor in the inflammation pathway. Genetic approaches have proven the role of NF-kappa B responsive genes in tumorigenesis. The NF-kappa B responsive genes products such as IL-8, VEGF and COX-2 are the key components of angiogenesis. MMP-2 and MMP-9 are playing important roles in the disruption of the extracellular matrix that may contribute to the metastasis of tumor cells. This study aimed to investigate gene expression levels of COX-2, IL-8, VEGF, MMP-2 and MMP-9 in colon tumors. A total of 34 fresh colon carcinoma specimens and paired normal adjacent tissues (NAT) were collected during the surgery and RNA isolations were carried out from specimens. Synthesis of cDNA was carried out from these RNAs with oligo dT18 primers. The transcribed cDNA was used for PCR amplification reactions for the investigated genes with beta-actin being the internal reference via the semi-quantitative RT-PCR method. A statistically significant difference was observed for COX-2, IL-8 and VEGF which were all upregulated in colon tumors compared with adjacent normal tissues (p<0.05). However, MMP-2 and MMP-9 expression levels did not change between tumor and normal tissues (p>0.05). Upregulated expression levels of COX-2, IL-8 and VEGF might occur in the early stages of tumorigenesis and detection of these mRNA levels may be beneficial for early diagnosis and management of colon tumors.
Expression of GRP78 and its copartners in HEK293 and pancreatic cancer cell lines (BxPC-3/PANC-1) exposed to MRI and CT contrast agents
(Taylor & Francis Inc, 2024) Azzawri, Ali Ahmed; Yildirim, Ibrahim Halil; Yegin, Zeynep; Dusak, Abdurrahim
Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress-associated chaperones trigger a defense mechanism called as unfolded protein response (UPR) which can manage apoptosis and be determinative in cell fate. Both anticancer drug effects and potential toxicity effects of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) contrast agents were aimed to be evaluated. For this purpose, we investigated expression profiles of endoplasmic reticulum stress-associated chaperone molecules in human pancreatic tumor lines BxPC-3 and PANC-1 and control human embryonic kidney cells 293 (HEK293) induced with a variety of gadolinium and iohexol contrast agents. Protein expression levels of ER stress-associated chaperones (master regulator: GRP78/Bip and its copartners: Calnexin, Ero1, PDI, CHOP, IRE1 alpha and PERK) were evaluated with Western blotting. Expression levels at mRNA level were also assessed for GRP78/Bip and CHOP with real-time PCR. Induction of cells was carried out with four different Gd-based contrast agents (GBCAs): (Dotarem, Optimark, Primovist and Gadovist) and two different iohexol agents (Omnipol, Omnipaque). CT contrast agents tested in the study did not result in significant ER stress in HEK293 cells. However, they do not seem to have theranostic potential in pancreas cancer through ER pathway. The potential efficiency of macrocyclic MRI contrast agents to provoke apoptosis via ER stress-associated chaperones in BxPC-3 cells lends credibility for their future theranostic use in pancreas cancer as long as undesired toxicity effects were carefully considered. ER stress markers and/or contrast agents seem to have promising potential to be translated into the clinical practice to manage pancreas cancer progression.
Expression profiles of proto-oncogene TWIST1 and tumor metastasis suppressor gene LASS2 in bladder cancer
(C M B Assoc, 2018) Yegin, Zeynep; Aydin, Oguz; Koc, Haydar; Buyukalpelli, Recep
Transcription factor proto-oncogene TWIST1 and tumor metastasis suppressor gene LASS2 have been reported to be involved in various carcinomas but their expression profiles and prognostic significances in bladder cancer are largely unknown. We aimed to determine these genes' expression levels both at mRNA and protein level in bladder cancer. mRNA expression levels of TWIST1 and LASS2 genes were examined using real-time quantitative PCR (qPCR) in human bladder tumors and paired normal adjacent tissues obtained from 44 patients. Protein expression profiles of both genes were detected by immunohistochemical staining in formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded tissues from the same patients. The expression profiles of TWIST1 mRNA in bladder tumors were significantly lower than the normal adjacent tissues and linked to both the stage and the grade. The expression profiles of LASS2 mRNA in bladder tumors were also significantly lower than the normal adjacent tissues reflecting the potential tumor suppressor profile of the gene, independently from stage or grade. By immunohistochemistry, TWIST1 and LASS2 positive expression rates were found as 14.3% (6/42) and 38.1% (16/42), respectively. As potential molecular markers for bladder carcinoma, both TWIST1 and LASS2 transcripts seem to play role during the tumorigenesis and development of bladder cancer. Lack of a functional link and/or weak inverse link between TWIST1 and LASS2 transcripts and immunohistochemical findings may reflect the potential associations of transcription regulation mechanisms and merit further investigations. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report investigating the combined expression profile of TWIST1 and LASS2 in bladder cancer both at mRNA and protein level.
For whom the circadian clock ticks? Investigation of PERIOD and CLOCK gene variants in bipolar disorder
(Taylor & Francis Inc, 2021) Yegin, Zeynep; Sarisoy, Gokhan; Erguner Aral, Ayse; Koc, Haydar
Clock genes play significant roles in the regulation of circadian rhythms, which are thought to be involved in the pathophysiology of neurodegenerative and psychiatric diseases. We aimed to investigate the association of five gene polymorphisms (PER3 VNTR (rs57875989), PER2 rs2304672, CLOCK rs1801260, CLOCK rs10462028, CLOCK rs11932595) with PCR-based methods as potential risk factors in bipolar disorder (BD). We used a multiple testing methodology in BD patients (n = 121) and healthy control individuals (n = 121) of Turkish descent to analyze the effects of these gene variants both as risk factors for the disorder and for the evaluation of these variants in the patient group with multiple subscales. We evaluated the circadian rhythm disturbances and seasonal variations in mood and behavior in BD patients using the Biological Rhythms Interview of Assessment in Neuropsychiatry (BRIAN) and Seasonal Pattern Assessment Questionnaire (SPAQ) to enlighten the possible links between these scores and the studied circadian gene variants. The results of our study revealed significant associations: PER3 VNTR (rs57875989) 5/5 repeat genotype displayed a protective effect against BD when compared with 4/4 repeat genotype. Moreover, patients with PER3 VNTR 5/5 repeat genotype displayed a higher ratio of hypomania. PER2 rs2304672 G allele frequency increased the risk for BD. There was no association in terms of genotype/allele frequency comparisons between patients and controls for CLOCK gene variants. However, significant associations were found in patients in terms of clinical and behavioral patterns such as mean age at disease onset and BRIAN total scores enabling some risk stratifications for patients. Our results indicate the significance of circadian gene variants in BD, which need to be confirmed in different studies with larger samples. Thus, the possible endophenotypes of BD can be enlightened and advanced chronotherapeutics approaches can be manipulated in the future for clinical benefit.
Identification of Bacterial Diversity of Bee Collected Pollen and Bee Bread Microbiota by Metagenomic Analysis
(Aves, 2022) Arserim Ucar, Dilhun Keriman; Yurt, Mediha Nur Zafer; Tasbasi, Behiye Busra; Acar, Elif Esma; Yegin, Zeynep; Ozalp, Veli Cengiz; Sudagidan, Mert
This study investigated the bacterial diversities of bee-collected pollen and bee bread of Apis mellifera in Turkey. The bacterial community structure of 14 bee pollen from Bingol, Konya, and Hakkari and 11 bee bread samples from Bingol were studied using 16 S rRNA amplicon sequencing and metagenomic analysis. The dominant bacterial phylum in pollen and bee bread samples was Firmicutes, followed by Proteobacteria. In pollen and bee bread samples, Bacillaceae, Clostridiaceae, Enterococcaceae, and Enterobacteriaceae were identified as dominant bacterial families. At the genus level, Bacillus, Clostridium sensu stricto, and Enterococcus were dominant bacteria in both pollen and bee bread samples. The most abundant species was Clostridium perfringens in both pollen and bee bread samples. Escherichia vulneris, Enterococcus faecalis, Bacillus cereus, Enterococcus casseliflavus, and Cronobacter malonaticus were identified with high reads in pollen samples. In bee bread samples, E. faecalis, Clostridium bifermentans, and Pantoea calida were abundant bacterial species. Alpha diversity showed that pol-3 sample had the highest diversity. Beta-diversity plots separated the pollen samples into four main groups and bee bread samples into three main groups. Our results indicated that the culture-independent metagenomic analysis will be a valuable tool for determining the microbial diversity of bee products produced in Bingol-Turkey one of the important centers of apiculture.
Investigation of the functional vesicular monoamine transporter 1 (VMAT1/SLC18A1) Thr136Ile gene variant in bipolar disorder
(Sociedad Espanola de Psiquiatria Biologica (SEPB), 2022) Yegin, Zeynep; Sarisoy, Gokhan; Erguner Aral, Ayse; Koc, Haydar
Background and objectives: Bipolar disorder (BD) is an episodic and recurrent mood disturbance ranging from mania to severe depression. Because of the heterogeneity of psychiatric disorders, enlightening the possible molecular risk drivers is crucial. Vesicular monoamine transporter 1 (VMAT1) is an important candidate gene to study the underlying molecular mechanisms in BD pathogenesis since it has a significant role in the packaging of monoaminergic neurotransmitters into presynaptic storage vesicles. The aim of this study was to ascertain whether functional and evolutionarily important variant of VMAT1 gene (Thr136Ile (rs1390938)) would affect the susceptibility of the individuals to BD in a Turkish population. Method: One hundred twenty BD patients and one hundred one healthy control individuals were recruited for the study. Samples were genotyped using PCR-RFLP method to detect VMAT1 gene variant (Thr136Ile (rs1390938)). Results: Contrary to our expectations, VMAT1 Thr136Ile (rs1390938) gene variant was not associated with BD in our population. There was also no relationship between VMAT1 genotypes and some clinically significant parameters in BD patients. Conclusion: Our data showed no association between VMAT1 Thr136Ile (rs1390938) and BD in Turkish population. We strongly recommend the analysis of this variant in other populations to draw a precise conclusion about the role of this variant in bipolar disorder. Further large-scale research for the other variants of VMAT1 is also required to clarify the strong hypothesis focused on VMAT1 variants in the development of neuropsychiatric disorders. © 2022
Investigation of the SNPs of IRF6 gene in non-syndromic cleft lip and/or palate (NSCLP) in a Turkish population
(Bandirma Onyedi Eylül Üniversitesi, 2022) Yegin, Zeynep; Uslukaya, Ömer; Taskesen, Fatih; Yildirim, Ibrahim
Lack of association between MAOA-uVNTR variants and excessive daytime sleepiness
(Springer-Verlag Italia Srl, 2017) Ozen, Filiz; Yegin, Zeynep; Yavlal, Figen; Saglam, Zuhal Aydan; Koc, Haydar; Berber, Ismet
Sleep disorders are highly prevalent in the population and have dramatic health, social, and economic impacts. However, their treatments may remain symptomatic due to ignorance of molecular factors which may provide fundamental insights into the neurological bases of sleep. Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is a common complaint encountered in neurological practice with significant effects both on individuals and on society. We aimed to investigate the role of monoamine oxidase A (MAOA) as a candidate gene in EDS. Epworth sleepiness scale (ESS) was applied to 221 subjects who were also genotyped for MAOA upstream variable number of tandem repeats (MAOA-uVNTR). Patient group displayed higher ESS values (mean 12.67) when compared with the control group (mean 6.38). However, MAOA-uVNTR genotypes did not show a significant association with ESS scores neither on women nor on men. Finally, these data suggest further replications in different populations. Moreover, the investigation of some other genes together with MAOA and/or some possible regulatory molecular mechanisms may offer a more comprehensive approach in the role of genetic factors contributing to EDS.
Molecular epidemiology of Pseudomonas aeruginosa clinical isolates
(Elsevier Brazil, 2016) Berber, Ismet; Avsar, Cumhur; Yegin, Zeynep; Tekerci, Melike; Civek, Seyhan
[No abstract available]
Role of miRNA Gene Variants (miR-22 and miR-155) as the Factors Affecting Susceptibility to Panic Disorder
(Korean Coll Neuropsychopharmacology, 2024) Yegin, Zeynep; Sarisoy, Gokhan; Uzun, Ahmet; Koc, Haydar
Objective: Variants within genes encoding microRNAs (miRNAs) may alter the expression of both miRNAs and their target genes, thus contributing to the etiology of psychiatric disorders. The involvement of miRNAs in neuronal differentiation and synaptic plasticity supported this hypothesis. We aimed to investigate the links between miR-155 rs767649/miR-22 rs8076112 and the risk of panic disorder (PD) in a sample of Turkish population. Methods: In this experimental study, 134 PD patients and 140 healthy controls were recruited. Genotyping was carried out using Polymerase Chain Reaction-Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (PCR-RFLP) method. To evaluate PD phenotypes, Panic Disorder Severity Scale (PDSS) was also administered to patients to clarify possible associations between the scale and risk variants analyzed. Results: The genotype analysis of miR-155 rs767649 did not show an association with PD risk and it was not related to the disease severity. For miR-22 rs8076112 variant, a statistically significant association was determined; CC genotypes were lower in patients compared to controls. Logistic regression analysis proved the highly protective effect (80.4%) of CC genotype against PD (p = 0.041; OR = 0.196, 95% CI = 0.041-0.934). Though its significance in disease liability, miR-22 rs8076112 was not associated with the disease severity. Conclusion: Our findings firstly report the combined analysis of miR-155 rs767649 and miR-22 rs8076112 in PD in terms of both disease susceptibility and severity. These findings await replication in independent cohorts with enrichment of other miRNA gene variants. Thus, certain miRNAs and their target genes involved in the etiology and phenotypes of PD could be enlightened.
The frequency of retrotransposon human endogenous retrovirus-K113 and a preliminary analysis of some microbial clues in bipolar disorder
(Future Medicine Ltd, 2020) Yegin, Zeynep; Avsar, Cumhur; Sarisoy, Gokhan
Aim: The aim of our study was to investigate whether the retrotransposon human endogenous retrovirus (HERV)-K113 could be related with bipolar disorder or not. As a second and a preliminary aim, we also conducted bacterial screening in whole blood in a limited number of samples. Patients & methods: Three separate PCR reactions including the preintegration sites and sites within the viral sequences were performed for HERV-K113 detection. Bacterial screening was performed with SSCP/sequencing analysis. Results & conclusion: No difference was observed in terms of the frequency of retrotransposon HERV-K113 in Turkish bipolar disorder patients and healthy controls. SSCP/sequencing and alignment analysis for bacterial screening reflected the possible presence of different bacteria. We strongly recommend the broadened retrotransposon and microbial diversity analyses in bipolar disorder for future studies.
THE GENETIC HETEROGENEITY OF FACULTATIVE ALKALIPHILIC BACILLUS SPECIES ISOLATED FROM SODA LAKE
(Parlar Scientific Publications (P S P), 2016) Avsar, Cumhur; Yegin, Zeynep; Civek, Seyhan; Berber, Ismet
In this study, the genotypic diversity of 26 Bacillus strains, including 24 facultative alkaliphilic isolates from the waters and surrounding soils of Lake Van, Turkey and 2 reference strains were investigated. Plasmid profiling and RAPD-PCR were used to determine the genetic variability of the isolates. The plasmid profiling analysis confirmed all the isolates had plasmids and 20 isolates were allocated into three major groups excluding the ones with unique plasmids. A total of six oligonucleotide primers were used for RAPD amplification, which generated a total of 505 fragments, all of them were polymorphic. A numerical analysis of the DNA band profiles with 6 different primers was generated by unweighted pair group method with arithmetic mean (UPGMA). The genetic distances among the isolates using the primers M13-10, M13-14, OPL3, OPL12, RAPD12, and RPO2 were at percentage similarities between 16 to 100%, 12 to 100%, 28 to 94%, 4 to 100%, 31 to 100% and 8 to 80% respectively. The results of the study suggested that RAPD-PCR technique can provide rapid and efficient approach to solve taxonomic difficulties among the facultative alkaliphilic Bacillus isolates at the strain level.

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