Manman Li

Hainan Institute of Biotechnology, Haikou, 570206, Hainan, China
Author    Correspondence author
International Journal of Aquaculture, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 4   doi: 10.5376/ija.2024.14.0019
Received: 20 May, 2024    Accepted: 30 Jun., 2024    Published: 15 Jul., 2024

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Li M.M., 2024, Molecular mechanisms underlying the diversification of aquatic life forms, International Journal of Aquaculture, 14(4): 184-194 (doi: 10.5376/ija.2024.14.0019)

The diversification of aquatic life forms is a significant phenomenon in biological evolution, and understanding the molecular mechanisms behind it is crucial for uncovering the origins of biodiversity and its adaptability. This study explores the key molecular mechanisms driving the diversification of aquatic life forms, including gene duplication, horizontal gene transfer, mutations, and their roles in genetic variability. It also analyzes how gene regulatory networks and epigenetic modifications influence the evolution of developmental pathways, and how environmental factors such as water conditions, predation pressure, and climate change drive molecular diversification. By examining the molecular evolution of key aquatic adaptations such as respiratory systems, sensory systems, and reproductive strategies, the study summarizes the evolutionary strategies of aquatic organisms in various ecological environments. These findings not only deepen the understanding of biodiversity and adaptive evolution in aquatic organisms but also provide a scientific basis for the development of biodiversity conservation strategies and highlight future research directions.

Diversification; Molecular mechanisms; Aquatic life forms; Gene duplication; Evolutionary strategies