Este estudo comparou o desempenho de quatro protocolos de extração de DNA a partir de homogeneizados de diferentes órgãos provenientes de vacas infectadas experimentalmente com a B. abortus 2308. Os protocolos de extração comparados foram o método de GT (lise com isotiocianato de guanidina), Boom (lise com GT e tratamento com suspensão carreadora Diatomaceous earth), PK (lise com proteinase K) e Santos (lise por fervura e congelamento com nitrogênio líquido). Foram constituídos os grupos padrão ouro positivo e negativo baseados na bacteriologia clássica e compostos por: 54 cotilédones (27 pos. e 27 neg.), 39 linfonodos supra mamários (12 pos. e 27 neg.), 44 pré-escapulares (17 pos. e 27 neg.), 33 fígados (6 pos. e 27 neg.), 37 baços (10 pos. e 27 neg.), e 34 úberes (7 pos. e 27 neg.). Todas as amostras foram submetidas aos quatro protocolos de extração e a um mesmo processo de amplificação com os primers B4 e B5. Nos resultados consolidados por órgãos, a proporção de positivos no cotilédone foi maior do que a encontrada no linfonodo supramamário (p=0,0001), linfonodo pré-escapular (p<0,0001), fígado (p=0,0006), baço (p<0,0001) ou úbere (p=0,0019). Os resultados acumulados para os métodos de extração mostraram que o protocolo de Santos teve maior sensibilidade relativa do que o método de Boom (p=0,003) e GT (p=0,0506), e foi igual ao PK (p=0,2969). As demais comparações de proporções não resultaram em diferenças estatisticamente significantes. No estudo verificou-se amostas positivas a PCR e negativas ao isolamento e viceversa. Assim, apesar das desvantagens do método bacteriológico clássico, a melhor estratégia para o diagnóstico direto da infecção de vacas por B. abortus em homogeneizado de órgãos é a utilização conjunta do isolamento e da PCR, examinando os cotilédones e utilizando os métodos de extração de DNA Santos ou PK. / This study compared the performance of four protocols of DNA extraction from suspensions of different tissues from experimentally infected cows with 2308 strain. The compared extraction protocols were GT protocol (lyse with guanidine isotiocianate), Boom (lyse with GT and treated with the carrying suspension Diatomaceous earth), PK (lise with proteinase K) and Santos (lyse by boiling and freezing with liquid nitrogen). Based on classical bacteriology, positive and negative gold standard groups were built and consisted of 54 cotyledons (27 pos. and 27 neg.), 39 supramammary lymph nodes (12 pos. and 27 neg.), 44 prescapulars (17 pos. and 27 neg.), 33 livers (6 pos. and 27 neg.), 37 spleens (10 pos. and 27 neg.), and 34 udders (7 pos. and 27 neg.). All the samples were submitted to the four DNA extraction protocols and the same amplification process using the primers B4 and B5. According to consolidated results by tissue, the proportion of positives in cotyledon was bigger than supramammary lymph node (p=0,0001), prescapular lymph node (p<0,0001), liver (p=0,0006), spleen (p<0,0001) and udder (p=0,0019). The consolidated results for the extraction methods show that Santos protocol had bigger relative sensitivity than Boom method (p=0,003) and GT (p=0,0506), and was equal than PK (p=0,2969). There were not significant statistical differences in the others comparisons of proportions. In the study, PCR-positive and isolation-negative samples and vice-versa were verified. However, the disadvantages of the classic bacteriological method, the best strategy for direct diagnosis of the infection of cows for B. abortus in homogenized of tissues is combined use of isolation and PCR, examining the cotyledons and using the methods of DNA extraction from Santos or PK.

New soybean lines have been developed with significantly higher oil, protein + oil and higher meal protein. These soybeans contain a VgD1 gene (highly active acyl-CoA:diacylglycerol acyltransferase, DGAT from Vernonia galamensis (VgDGAT1A) produces much higher oil synthesis and accumulation activity in soybean. Soybean with active DGAT from Vernonia galamensis (VgDGAT1A) has active TAG biosynthesis relative to other DGATs including from soybeans and Arabidopsis. DGATs catalyze the final step of TAG synthesis: DAG (diacylglycerol) + acyl-CoA → TAG + CoASH (Coenzyme A is notable for its role in the synthesis and oxidation of fatty acids, and the oxidation of pyruvate in the citric acid cycle). A thorough analysis of the major components in VgD1 lines, especially those of nutritional or anti-nutritional value including what else changed (decreased); and what remained at normal levels was conducted. A field study was conducted in Spindletop and Princeton KY, reviled no reduction in yield nor protein, and about 4 % (DW) more oil was obtained in Princeton and 2% (DW) in Spindeltop. No consistent reduction in the other seed composition.VgDGAT1A soybean lines indicated noticeably early maturation compared to the parental line. This is associated with higher expression of the flowering genes FT2 (FLOWERING LOCUS T2) and FT5 (FLOWERING LOCUS T5), for the high oil lines. A single recessive mutation in soybean (MIPS) myo-inositol 1-phosphate synthase, confers a seed phenotype of increase inorganic phosphate (Pi) crossed with high oil lines expressing a DGAT from Vernonia galamensis (VgDGAT1A) (VgD). The oil and protein were maintained compart to VgD. VgD X MIPS (VM), had 21.2, and 22 % oil in 2015, and 23.3 and 24.0 oil in 2016, and protein 46, 49 in 2015, and 37 and 39 % in 2016. Phosphate results suggesting the cross MV is still segregating for MIPS and more selection and planting are needed. Measurement of seed phosphate levels is an established technique for screening for low phytate mutants but to date, it has not been performed non-destructively from single soybean seeds. A protocol was developed greatly reducing the sample size thereby reducing the cost and time and saving a generation in the selection of low phytate mutant seeds based on the high Pi phenotype. Genotyping single seeds are useful in breeding and genetics while maintaining high germination rates. Nondestructive single-seed genomic DNA extraction protocols using 12 mg cotyledon tissue with a modified cetyl trimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB) technique and a commercial seed DNA extraction kit using 1 mg cotyledon tissue were developed for dry soybean seeds and cross-verified with leaf DNA analysis.

<p> </p><p>Genotyping can be used to link genetic variation among individuals to certain diseases or conditions. Some known disorders and states that are dependent on single nucleotide polymorphism (SNPs) are lactose intolerance, venous thrombosis, hereditary hemochromatosis and the difference in sensibility among people to metabolise drugs.</p><p>In this project a new kit, TaqManÒ Sample-to-SNP KitÔ <strong>for extraction of DNA and preparation of the extract for genotyping with real-time PCR and allelic discrimination, was evaluated. QIAamp® DNA Blood Biorobot® MDx Kit was used as the reference method.</strong></p><p>The purpose of the comparison was to find a method that makes DNA extraction from blood samples cheaper and faster, but with the same reliability as the reference procedure.</p><p>The results of the evaluation showed a complete agreement of the genotype results between the methods tested, which means that the new method was as reliable as the reference method. The costs of reagents and material would be reduced with 52% if the new method is adopted, that alone would result in a cost reduction of 144 000SEK a year with a sample volume of 650 samples/month. The time for DNA extraction would also be reduced with the new procedure.</p><p> </p>

<p>Invasive Candida infection is an increasing cause of morbidity and mortality in the immunocompromised patient. Molecular diagnosis based on genomic amplification methods, such as real time PCR, has been reported as an alternative to conventional culture for early detection of invasive candidiasis. The template DNA extraction step has been the major limitation in most reported nucleic acid based assays, due to problems in breaking fungal cell walls and incomplete purification in PCR inhibitor substances.</p><p>The aim of this study was to compare enzymatic cell wall disruption using recombinant lyticase with mechanical disruption using glass beads. The QIAamp tissue kit was compared with two automated DNA extraction robots, the BioRobot M48 and NucliSens easyMAG, to determine their sensitivity, reliability and duration for DNA release of C. albicans. Mechanical cell wall disruption shortened and facilitated the extraction procedure, but the quantity of released DNA was significantly lower than when enzymatic cell wall disruption was used. Use of robots did not significantly shorten the DNA extraction time, compared with manual DNA extraction. However the NucliSens easyMAG resulted in a higher yield of target DNA compared to the BioRobot M48 and the manual QIAamp tissue kit.</p> / <p>Invasiva svampinfektioner är ett stort problem hos patienter med dåligt immunförsvar. Förekomst av invasiva svampinfektioner har ökat under senare år och medför hög dödlighet. En svampinfektion som inte snabbt diagnostiseras och behandlas kan bli livshotande om patientens kondition är dålig. Candida albicans är den vanligaste orsaken till invasiva svampinfektioner. Med traditionell svampidentifiering kan det ta dagar till veckor att isolera och artbestämma svampen. En snabbare metod att detektera Candida är att använda sig av molekylärbiologiska metoder som påvisar svampens arvsmassa, DNA. Svampar har en cellvägg som är svår att bryta ner och därför är DNA extraktionssteget ett av de mest rapporterade problemen vid DNA svampdiagnostik.</p><p>Syftet med denna studie var att jämföra enzymatisk och mekanisk cellväggsnedbrytning av C. albicans med hjälp av enzymet lyticase respektive glaskulor. Vi jämförde också en manuell metod med två automatiska robotar för att bestämma deras känslighet, tillförlitlighet och tidsåtgång för DNA-extraktion från C. albicans. De slutsatser som nåtts är att den enzymatiska cellväggsnedbrytningen var känsligare men betydligt mer tidskrävande än den mekaniska cellväggsnedbrytningen. Denna studie visade även att en av de automatiska systemen extraherade signifikant mer DNA än den manuella metoden.</p>

Genotyping can be used to link genetic variation among individuals to certain diseases or conditions. Some known disorders and states that are dependent on single nucleotide polymorphism (SNPs) are lactose intolerance, venous thrombosis, hereditary hemochromatosis and the difference in sensibility among people to metabolise drugs. In this project a new kit, TaqManÒ Sample-to-SNP KitÔ for extraction of DNA and preparation of the extract for genotyping with real-time PCR and allelic discrimination, was evaluated. QIAamp® DNA Blood Biorobot® MDx Kit was used as the reference method. The purpose of the comparison was to find a method that makes DNA extraction from blood samples cheaper and faster, but with the same reliability as the reference procedure. The results of the evaluation showed a complete agreement of the genotype results between the methods tested, which means that the new method was as reliable as the reference method. The costs of reagents and material would be reduced with 52% if the new method is adopted, that alone would result in a cost reduction of 144 000SEK a year with a sample volume of 650 samples/month. The time for DNA extraction would also be reduced with the new procedure.

DNA as forensic evidence is valuable in criminal investigations. Implementation of new, sensitive and fast technologies is an important part of forensic genetic research. This thesis aims to evaluate new sensitive methods to apply in forensic DNA analysis including analysis of old skeletal remains. In Paper I and II, two novel systems for analysis of STRs, based on the Pyrosequencing technology, are presented. In Paper I, Y chromosomal STRs are analysed. Markers on the male specific Y chromosome are especially useful in analysis of DNA mixtures. In Paper II, ten autosomal STRs are genotyped. The systems are based on sequencing of STR loci instead of size determination of STR fragments as in routine analysis. This provides a higher resolution since sequence variants within the repeats can be detected. Determination of alleles is based on a termination recognition base. This is the base in the template strand that is excluded from the dispensation order in the sequencing of the complementary strand and therefore terminates the reaction. Furthermore, skeletal remains are often difficult to analyse, due to damaging effects from the surrounding environment on the DNA and the high risk of exogenous contamination. Analysis of mitochondrial DNA is useful on degraded samples and in Paper III, mtDNA analysis of 700 years old skeletal remains is performed to investigate a maternal relationship. The quantity and quality of DNA are essential in forensic genetics. In Paper IV the efficiency of DNA isolation is investigated. Soaking skeletal remains in bleach is efficient for decontamination but result in a lower DNA yield, especially on pulverised skull samples. In conclusion, this thesis presents novel sequencing systems for accurate and fast analysis of STR loci that can be useful in evaluation of new loci and database assembly as well as the utility of mtDNA in forensic genetics.

OBJETIVO: A perda de heterozigosidade (LOH) é capaz de avaliar as alterações genéticas de lesões potencialmente malignas. Este ensaio avalia as regiões cromossômicas polimórficas que estão próximas ou na região dos oncogenes e genes supressores de tumor conhecidos. Os objetivos desta tese foram três principais: 1) Avaliar a frequência de perda de heterozigosidade de leucoplasias bucais com diferentes graus de severidade histopatológico em regiões cromossômicas próximas aos genes supressores de tumores. 2) Comparar e correlacionar o perfil de perda de heterozigosidade entre indivíduos da British Columbia (Canadá) e Rio Grande do Sul (Brasil). 3) Avaliar os danos ao DNA que podem ocorrer durante o processamento e armazenamento das amostras de tecido parafinado. MÉTODOS: Amostras de leucoplasia bucal (com e sem displasias), fixadas em formalina tamponada 10% e parafinadas, obtidas nos laboratório de patologia bucal do Canadá e do Brasil foram selecionadas e microdissectadas. Procedeu-se a extração de DNA, amplificação por PCR das seguintes regiões microssatélites: 4q (D4S243, FABP2), 9p21 (IFNA, D9S171, D9S1748, D9S1751), 17p11.2 (CHRNB1) e 17p13.1 (tp53 e D17S786). Após o produto do PCR foi separado e visualizado em gel de poliacrilamida por autoradiografia. RESULTADOS: Observou-se uma forte correlação entre o perfil de perda de heterozigosidade entre indivíduos com leucoplasia bucal de ambos os países, independentemente da etnicidade. Além disso, pode-se notar que amostras de tecidos parafinados submetidos a mais de 24 horas de fixação em formalina tamponada 10% não serão, em sua maioria, boas amostras para análises de DNA. CONCLUSÃO: As lesões potencialmente malignas, provavelmente não são influenciadas em sua etiopatogênia pelas diferenças étnicas. O modelo de risco genético validado por Zhang e colaboradores (2012) parece ser aplicável em nossa comunidade, sendo necessário a sua validação, respeitando procedimentos técnicos padronizados. Ainda, vale ressaltar, que é imprescindível que a comunidade científica passe a adotar metodologias que preservem o material genético das peças dos bancos de tecidos parafinados, que são de inestimável valor para a pesquisa biomédica. / OBJECTIVE: Loss of heterozygosity (LOH) can evaluate genetic alterations of pre-malignant lesions. This assay evaluates the chromosomal polymorphic regions that are present in tumor suppressor genes and oncogenes. The main objectives of this thesis were: 1) Evaluate the frequency of LOH of oral leukoplakias with different histopathological degrees at chromosomal regions of tumor suppressor genes. 2) Compare the profile of LOH between individuals from British Columbia (Canada) and Rio Grande do Sul (Brazil). 3) Evaluate the DNA damage that may occur with FFPE (formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded) tissues. METHODS: FFPE samples of oral leukoplakia (with and without dysplasia), obtained in Canadian and Brazilian oral pathology laboratories were selected and microdissected. DNA extraction and PCR amplification of the following microsatellite regions were conducted: 4q (D4S243, FABP2), 9p21 (IFNA, D9S171, D9S1748, D9S1751), 17p11.2 (CHRNB1) and 17p13.1 (tp53 and D17S786). PCR products were separated and visualized on polyacrylamide gel by autoradiography. RESULTS: A strong correlation between the LOH profile among individuals with oral leukoplakia from both countries was observed, regardless ethnicity. Furthermore, FFPE tissues subjected to more than 24 hours of fixation in 10% buffered formalin are not, generally, good samples for DNA analysis. CONCLUSION: Pre-malignant lesions etiopathogenesis may not be influenced by ethnicity. The genetic risk model validated by Zhang et al. (2012) seems to be applicable in our community, requiring its own validation, respecting standardized procedures. Still, it is important to emphasize that it is imperative that a scientific community adopts methodologies that preserve the genetic material FFPE tissues that are an invaluable resource for biomedical research.

abstract: Although the Caribbean has been continuously inhabited for the last 7,000 years, European contact in the last 500 years dramatically reshaped the cultural and genetic makeup of island populations. Several recent studies have explored the genetic diversity of Caribbean Latinos and have characterized Native American variation present within their genomes. However, the difficulty of obtaining ancient DNA from pre-contact populations and the underrepresentation of non-Latino Caribbean islanders in current research have prevented a complete understanding of genetic variation over time and space in the Caribbean basin. This dissertation uses two approaches to characterize the role of migration and admixture in the demographic history of Caribbean islanders. First, autosomal variants were genotyped in a sample of 55 Afro-Caribbeans from five islands in the Lesser Antilles: Grenada, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, Trinidad, and St. Vincent. These data were used to characterize genetic structure, ancestry and signatures of selection in these populations. The results demonstrate a complex pattern of admixture since European contact, including a strong signature of sex-biased mating and inputs from at least five continental populations to the autosomal ancestry of Afro-Caribbean peoples. Second, ancient mitochondrial and nuclear DNA were obtained from 60 skeletal remains, dated between A.D. 500–1300, from three archaeological sites in Puerto Rico: Paso del Indio, Punta Candelero and Tibes. The ancient data were used to reassesses existing models for the peopling of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean and to examine the extent of genetic continuity between ancient and modern populations. Project findings support a largely South American origin for Ceramic Age Caribbean populations and identify some genetic continuity between pre and post contact islanders. The above study was aided by development and testing of extraction methods optimized for recovery of ancient DNA from tropical contexts. Overall, project findings characterize how ancient indigenous groups, European colonial regimes, the African Slave Trade and modern labor movements have shaped the genomic diversity of Caribbean islanders. In addition to its anthropological and historical importance, such knowledge is also essential for informing the identification of medically relevant genetic variation in these populations. / Dissertation/Thesis / Zipped file contains Appendices A-K. Supplemental tables, figures, protocols and spreadsheets associated with dissertation. / Doctoral Dissertation Anthropology 2017

Made available in DSpace on 2014-06-11T19:27:24Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 0 Previous issue date: 2006-12-12Bitstream added on 2014-06-13T18:56:09Z : No. of bitstreams: 1 rosa_mm_me_rcla.pdf: 681766 bytes, checksum: cb1105f3a6d55aef669018000ffaad8d (MD5) / Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES) / O solo é um ecossistema caracterizado pela grande complexidade de difícil estudo, devido à sua heterogeneidade, especialmente os microrganismos do solo. Atualmente, ferramentas da biologia molecular têm sido usadas para mostrar o potencial biotecnológico do solo, através dos genes microbianos. A extração direta do DNA é uma etapa importante nesse tipo de estudo, porém, continua sendo um obstáculo para a avaliação da diversidade microbiana do solo. Esses estudos no Brasil apresentam algumas dificuldades, uma vez que a maioria das técnicas foi desenvolvida para solos de clima temperado. Desta forma, o objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar dez diferentes técnicas para extração direta de DNA de solos em áreas de cultura de cana-de-açúcar sob manejo orgânico e convencional. A eletroforese se apresentou como a técnica mais adequada para se conhecer a eficiência da extração do DNA, através da intensidade e tamanho de suas bandas. A técnica de Selbach (SEL) apresentou melhores resultados, com bandas de DNA mais intensas e sem arraste, indicando a obtenção de uma solução com menores teores de contaminantes. Com a técnica de Direito (DIR) também se verificou bandas de DNA, porém menos fortes e sem arraste. A técnica proposta neste estudo (PRO) resultou em bandas de DNA fortes, porém com arraste, indicando a necessidade de uma etapa para purificação do DNA extraído. Esta mostrou ser a metodologia de mais fácil e rápida execução, sendo que, após processo de purificação a região 16S do DNA ribossomal, utilizando-se primers universais, foi amplificada satisfatoriamente a partir do DNA obtido do solo. Bandas de DNA apresentadas na eletroforese a partir das amostras de solo sob viii manejo orgânico foram mais intensas do que aquelas de manejo convencional. Estes resultados estão relacionados com a maior quantidade de biomassa microbiana presente no solo orgânico... . / Soil is an ecosystem characterized by a great complexity and hard to study due to its heterogeneity, especially the soil microorganisms. Nowadays, molecular biology tools have been used to show the biotechnological potential of the soil mainly through microbial genes. Direct extraction of DNA from soil is an important step in this kind of study, however it is still an obstacle for microbial diversity evaluation. Besides, the majority of techniques proposed was developed for soils from temperate climate. This work aimed to evaluate ten different techniques for soil direct DNA extraction from sugar cane crop areas under organic and conventional managements, which presented distinct results. Gel electrophoresis was the most appropriate technique to evaluate the efficiency of DNA extraction, through the intensity and size of the bands. The Selbach technique (SEL) showed the best results, with more intense DNA bands and without smearing , indicating that a DNA solution with low concentration of contaminants was obtained. With the Direito technique (DIR) DNA bands were also verified, but less intensive and also without smearing. The technique proposed in this study (PRO) resulted in intense DNA however with smearing, indicating that a DNA purification step is necessary. This technique was easy, cheap and rapid to execute, enabling the amplification of 16S rDNA (using universal primers) after DNA solution purification. The intensity of DNA bands, as revealed by electrophoresis, was higher when using DNA solution extracted from soil under organic management, which also presented higher microbial biomass. This study is a contribuition for the selection and improvement of molecular tools to the study of microbial diversity applied to Brazilian soils.

Resumo: O solo é um ecossistema caracterizado pela grande complexidade de difícil estudo, devido à sua heterogeneidade, especialmente os microrganismos do solo. Atualmente, ferramentas da biologia molecular têm sido usadas para mostrar o potencial biotecnológico do solo, através dos genes microbianos. A extração direta do DNA é uma etapa importante nesse tipo de estudo, porém, continua sendo um obstáculo para a avaliação da diversidade microbiana do solo. Esses estudos no Brasil apresentam algumas dificuldades, uma vez que a maioria das técnicas foi desenvolvida para solos de clima temperado. Desta forma, o objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar dez diferentes técnicas para extração direta de DNA de solos em áreas de cultura de cana-de-açúcar sob manejo orgânico e convencional. A eletroforese se apresentou como a técnica mais adequada para se conhecer a eficiência da extração do DNA, através da intensidade e tamanho de suas bandas. A técnica de Selbach (SEL) apresentou melhores resultados, com bandas de DNA mais intensas e sem arraste, indicando a obtenção de uma solução com menores teores de contaminantes. Com a técnica de Direito (DIR) também se verificou bandas de DNA, porém menos fortes e sem arraste. A técnica proposta neste estudo (PRO) resultou em bandas de DNA fortes, porém com arraste, indicando a necessidade de uma etapa para purificação do DNA extraído. Esta mostrou ser a metodologia de mais fácil e rápida execução, sendo que, após processo de purificação a região 16S do DNA ribossomal, utilizando-se primers universais, foi amplificada satisfatoriamente a partir do DNA obtido do solo. Bandas de DNA apresentadas na eletroforese a partir das amostras de solo sob viii manejo orgânico foram mais intensas do que aquelas de manejo convencional. Estes resultados estão relacionados com a maior quantidade de biomassa microbiana presente no solo orgânico... (Resumo completo, clicar acesso eletrônico abaixo). / Abstract: Soil is an ecosystem characterized by a great complexity and hard to study due to its heterogeneity, especially the soil microorganisms. Nowadays, molecular biology tools have been used to show the biotechnological potential of the soil mainly through microbial genes. Direct extraction of DNA from soil is an important step in this kind of study, however it is still an obstacle for microbial diversity evaluation. Besides, the majority of techniques proposed was developed for soils from temperate climate. This work aimed to evaluate ten different techniques for soil direct DNA extraction from sugar cane crop areas under organic and conventional managements, which presented distinct results. Gel electrophoresis was the most appropriate technique to evaluate the efficiency of DNA extraction, through the intensity and size of the bands. The Selbach technique (SEL) showed the best results, with more intense DNA bands and without smearing , indicating that a DNA solution with low concentration of contaminants was obtained. With the Direito technique (DIR) DNA bands were also verified, but less intensive and also without smearing. The technique proposed in this study (PRO) resulted in intense DNA however with smearing, indicating that a DNA purification step is necessary. This technique was easy, cheap and rapid to execute, enabling the amplification of 16S rDNA (using universal primers) after DNA solution purification. The intensity of DNA bands, as revealed by electrophoresis, was higher when using DNA solution extracted from soil under organic management, which also presented higher microbial biomass. This study is a contribuition for the selection and improvement of molecular tools to the study of microbial diversity applied to Brazilian soils. / Orientador: Sâmia Maria Tauk-Tornisielo / Coorientador: Sandra Regina Ceccato-Antonini / Banca: Marli de Fatima Fiore / Banca: Welington Luiz de Araujo / Mestre