Article
Horticulture
Xiuxiu Sun, Peter A. Follett, Melissa Postler, Marisa M. Wall
Summary: This study investigated the quality changes of kiwifruit under suitable radiation doses. The results showed that irradiation did not affect the soluble solids content, respiration rate, or taste of kiwifruit, and it could ensure visual, compositional, and sensory quality.
Article
Plant Sciences
Xiaojie Wang, Yawei Li, Yuanyuan Liu, Dongle Zhang, Min Ni, Bing Jia, Wei Heng, Zemin Fang, Li-wu Zhu, Pu Liu
Summary: The study showed that the plant hormone JA accumulated in the susceptible kiwifruit cultivar 'Hongyang' but decreased in the resistant cultivar 'Jinkui' in response to Psa. Transcriptomic and proteomic analyses of 'Jinkui' identified multiple genes and proteins involved in the response to Psa infection, including the R2R3-MYB transcription factor AcMYB16, which acts as a repressor in regulating kiwifruit's response to bacterial pathogens.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Facundo R. Meroi Arcerito, Leonardo L. De Feudis, Leonardo D. Amarilla, Leonardo Galetto, Giulia Mitton, Natalia Fernandez, Nicolas Szawarski, Camila Corti, Eugenia Olivera, Azucena Iglesias, Liesel Gende, Natalia Damiani, Martin Eguaras, Matias Maggi
Summary: The study demonstrates that using female flowers treated with artificial fragrance can attract more honeybees, leading to higher fruit quality and yield in kiwifruit production.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Maria Celeste Ruiz-Aracil, Fabian Guillen, Mihaela Iasmina Madalina Ilea, Domingo Martinez-Romero, Jose Manuel Lorente-Mento, Juan Miguel Valverde
Summary: This study compared the effects of using 1-MCP and MT as postharvest treatments on kiwifruit quality. The results showed that both treatments were similarly effective in maintaining fruit quality and delaying ripening.
Article
Plant Sciences
Peng Shu, Zixin Zhang, Yi Wu, Yuan Chen, Kunyan Li, Heng Deng, Jing Zhang, Xin Zhang, Jiayu Wang, Zhibin Liu, Yue Xie, Kui Du, Mingzhang Li, Mondher Bouzayen, Yiguo Hong, Yang Zhang, Mingchun Liu
Summary: Using high-resolution metabolomics and transcriptomics, this study investigated the metabolic landscapes of kiwifruit at 11 different developmental and ripening stages. The results revealed the classification of 515 metabolites and their co-expressed genes into 10 distinct metabolic vs gene modules. Essential transcriptomic and transcriptional regulatory networks were identified for major metabolic changes throughout the kiwifruit growth cycle. Novel transcription factors regulating the accumulation of procyanidins, vitamin C, and other important metabolites were also discovered.
Article
Horticulture
Beibei Qi, Faming Wang, Kaiyu Ye, Quanhui Mo, Hongjuan Gong, Pingping Liu, Qiaosheng Jiang, Jiewei Li
Summary: The genetic diversity of 52 kiwifruit wild germplasms was studied using SCoT molecular markers. The genetic relationships were mainly clustered based on place of origin rather than morphological classification or geographical distribution. Disease resistance analysis partially verified the genetic relationships between the wild kiwifruit germplasms.
Article
Agronomy
Juan Alfonso Salazar, Cristian Vergara-Pulgar, Claudia Jorquera, Patricio Zapata, David Ruiz, Pedro Martinez-Gomez, Rodrigo Infante, Claudio Meneses
Summary: This study aimed to construct a tissue-specific de novo transcriptome assembly for kiwifruit, generating differential expression analysis among specific tissues using RNA-seq sequencing data from shoots, leaves, flower buds, flowers, and fruit at different development stages. The developed transcriptome provided a reference database of A. chinensis var. deliciosa genes related to leaf, flower, and fruit development, identifying over 20,000 exclusive genes associated with proteins involved in various biological processes and molecular functions.
Article
Agronomy
Su-Yan Wang, Yi-Bo Pang, Yuan Tao, Xin-Chi Shi, Yun-Jiao Zhang, Yan-Xia Wang, Yong-Hui Jiang, Xin-Yu Ji, Bing-Lin Wang, Daniela D. Herrera-Balandrano, Pedro Laborda
Summary: In this study, it was found that dipicolinic acid (DPA) can enhance kiwifruit resistance to Botrytis cinerea by increasing its antioxidant capacity and inducing the accumulation of antifungal phenolics. DPA also activates several defense genes in kiwifruit. Moreover, DPA at a concentration of 5 mM exhibits better antifungal effects on kiwifruit than commercial fungicides.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Aljaz Medic, Metka Hudina, Robert Veberic
Summary: This study focused on the impact of cane vigour of kiwifruit plants on fruit quality. Results showed that different cane vigour had varying effects on fruit quality, with recommendations made for optimal pruning techniques to maximize fruit quality.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Li Wang, Hui Hou, Zengqiang Zhou, Hongtao Tu, Hongbo Yuan
Summary: Kiwifruit is popular due to its high nutritional value, but the expansion in cultivation has led to the spread of diseases. Research identified the pathogen causing kiwifruit ripe rot and developed a rapid detection method, offering value for further study on disease prediction, pathogen detection, and disease control.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Zi-Yao Huo, Xin-Chi Shi, Yan-Xia Wang, Yong-Hui Jiang, Gui-Yang Zhu, Daniela D. Herrera-Balandrano, Su-Yan Wang, Pedro Laborda
Summary: This study found that p-hydroxybenzoic acid (pHBA) can inhibit the growth of Aspergillus flavus, block the fungal mitotic exit network and cytokinesis, and inhibit the biosynthesis of aflatoxins B1 and B2. The application of pHBA can promote the accumulation of endogenous pHBA and induce oxidative stress in A. flavus-infected kiwifruit, resulting in an increase in H2O2 content and catalase (CAT) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activities. Preventive and curative treatments with 5 mM pHBA reduced A. flavus advancement by 46.1% and 68.0% respectively. The antifungal and elicitor properties of pHBA were examined for the first time in this study, revealing new insights into the defense response of kiwifruit against A. flavus infection.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Kunli Wang, Mo Li, Qianyun Han, Rao Fu, Yuanying Ni
Summary: The study found that the insoluble dietary fiber (IDF) and soluble dietary fiber (SDF) from kiwifruit have different inhibitory effects on alpha-amylase, with IDF showing a stronger inhibition effect. IDF and SDF may attenuate starch hydrolysis through different mechanisms, indicating potential applications in the food and nutraceutical industries.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Melissa A. Broussard, Brad G. Howlett, Lisa J. Evans, Heather McBrydie, Brian T. Cutting, Samantha F. J. Read, David E. Pattemore
Summary: Many crop plants rely on insect pollination, but the contribution of other insects in crop pollination is poorly understood. This study found that flies and mosquitoes were frequent floral visitors after honey bees, but their pollination efficiency needs further investigation. It is recommended to boost populations of bees, hover flies, and other unmanaged bees as synergistic pollinators alongside honey bees.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ricarda Zeindl, Annika L. Franzmann, Monica L. Fernandez-Quintero, Clarissa A. Seidler, Valentin J. Hoerschinger, Klaus R. Liedl, Martin Tollinger
Summary: Allergies related to kiwi consumption are on the rise, with cross-reactivity with birch pollen being a major factor. This study determined the three-dimensional structures of PR-10 proteins in kiwi fruits and found that they closely resemble the major allergen in birch pollen. Structural differences were observed compared to another kiwi allergen, Act d 11. Additionally, the study identified the presence of phenolic compound pyrogallol in kiwi proteins.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tao Wang, Yanling Ren, Jinyu Zhao, Yingjie Jiang, Jian Tang, Yao Liu, Chao Liu, Juan Wang, Xiaolei Ji, Mingyan Wang
Summary: This study identified the pathogenic fungi responsible for kiwifruit rot disease in Guizhou Province, China as Diaporthe phaseolorum and Fusarium tricinctum. The inhibitory effects of different agents on these two fungi were also tested. The results can provide valuable insights for the control of kiwifruit rot disease.
JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Barbara Cisterna, Pietro Bontempi, Anatoly Petrovich Sobolev, Manuela Costanzo, Manuela Malatesta, Carlo Zancanaro
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of physical exercise on the hindlimbs of trisomic and euploid male mice. The results showed that one month of adapted physical exercise did not induce quantitative changes in skeletal muscle or fiber type composition in DS, but the metabolic response of skeletal muscle to exercise may be affected by trisomy. Further research is needed to clarify the mechanisms of the muscular deficit found in DS.
QUANTITATIVE IMAGING IN MEDICINE AND SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Biology
Gianluca Paventi, Michele Di Iorio, Giusy Rusco, Anatoly P. Sobolev, Silvia Cerolini, Emanuele Antenucci, Mattia Spano, Luisa Mannina, Nicolaia Iaffaldano
Summary: Semen cryopreservation is crucial for preserving biodiversity, but in avian species like turkeys, the process leads to a significant reduction in sperm quality. Using NMR technology, this study analyzed the metabolic changes in turkey sperm during cryopreservation, revealing differences in the levels of amino acids, water-soluble compounds, and lipids between fresh and frozen-thawed samples.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Laura Di Muzio, Patrizia Paolicelli, Jordan Trilli, Stefania Petralito, Vito Cosimo Carriero, Chiara Brandelli, Mattia Spano, Anatoly Petrovich Sobolev, Luisa Mannina, Maria Antonietta Casadei
Summary: In this study, the methacrylation reaction of chondroitin sulfate (CS) was optimized to achieve tunable and reproducible degrees of methacrylation. NMR spectroscopy analysis revealed that the reaction proceeds via both epoxy ring-opening and transesterification, preserving the functional groups of CS.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Editorial Material
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Noemi Proietti, Luisa Mannina, Anatoly P. Sobolev
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Cinzia Ingallina, Giacomo Di Matteo, Mattia Spano, Erica Acciaro, Enio Campiglia, Luisa Mannina, Anatoly Petrovich Sobolev
Summary: The recovery of bioactive compounds from crop byproducts is a promising approach for waste reutilization in the circular economy. This study characterized the metabolite profiles of globe artichoke and cauliflower byproducts using NMR-based metabolomics. Various beneficial compounds were identified, such as chiro-inositol and sesquiterpene lactones in globe artichoke byproducts, and S-methyl-L-cysteine S-oxide and glucosinolates in cauliflower byproducts. The findings can be applied in the formulation of plant biostimulants and food supplements.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anatoly P. Sobolev, Cinzia Ingallina, Mattia Spano, Giacomo Di Matteo, Luisa Mannina
Summary: This review describes three different NMR-based approaches commonly used in studying foodstuffs: starting with the food of interest to obtain a comprehensive picture of composition and structure, addressing specific problems related to a given food, and developing a range of applications using a single NMR methodology to tackle common food-related challenges.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Donatella Ambroselli, Fabrizio Masciulli, Enrico Romano, Giuseppina Catanzaro, Zein Mersini Besharat, Maria Chiara Massari, Elisabetta Ferretti, Silvia Migliaccio, Luana Izzo, Alberto Ritieni, Michela Grosso, Caterina Formichi, Francesco Dotta, Francesco Frigerio, Eleonora Barbiera, Anna Maria Giusti, Cinzia Ingallina, Luisa Mannina
Summary: The definition of metabolic syndrome (MetS) has changed over time due to the difficulty in establishing universal criteria. MetS is associated with a pro-inflammatory state related to altered glucose metabolism, leading to increased cardiovascular risk. Complications of MetS include cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and type 2 diabetes (T2D). Genetic factors, human microbiota, and diet play complex roles in the predisposition to MetS. This review summarizes the literature of the past decade on MetS, including its definition, pathophysiology, treatment approaches, prediction and diagnosis using advanced methodologies, and the role of specific foods in prevention and/or treatment.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marco Ruggeri, Eleonora Bianchi, Barbara Vigani, Rita Sanchez-Espejo, Mattia Spano, Carlotta Totaro Fila, Luisa Mannina, Cesar Viseras, Silvia Rossi, Giuseppina Sandri
Summary: Insects, particularly crickets, are being considered as a unique source of nutrients in human nutrition due to their bioactive molecules. This study evaluated the nutritional and functional properties of an Italian spray-dried cricket powder. The powder exhibited distinctive antioxidant properties and was found to be biocompatible with Caco-2 and macrophages, suggesting its potential as an interesting material in the food industry for health benefits in addition to basic nutrition.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Mattia Spano, Giacomo Di Matteo, Cinzia Ingallina, Anatoly Petrovich Sobolev, Anna Maria Giusti, Giuliana Vinci, Silvia Cammarone, Carola Tortora, Lara Lamelza, Sabrina Antonia Prencipe, Laura Gobbi, Bruno Botta, Federico Marini, Enio Campiglia, Luisa Mannina
Summary: This study examines the impact of various agronomical practices on the chemical composition of hemp inflorescences and identifies irrigation and fertilizers as key factors affecting the metabolite profile. The results demonstrate that manipulating agronomical practices can increase the concentrations of beneficial compounds in hemp inflorescences, highlighting its potential as a novel food source.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Cosimo Taiti, Giacomo Di Matteo, Mattia Spano, Vittorio Vinciguerra, Elisa Masi, Luisa Mannina, Stefania Garzoli
Summary: In this study, a metabolomic approach was applied to explore the metabolome of dried hop leaves, revealing a wide range of chemical components including volatile organic compounds, terpenic compounds, fatty acids, sugars, amino acids, organic acids, and alcohols.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Giacomo Di Matteo, Alessandra Cimbalo, Lara Manyes, Luisa Mannina
Summary: G. lutea flower attenuates BEA cytotoxicity and reduces the presence of major oncoproteins through modulation of protein expression.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Giulio Testone, Michele Lamprillo, Maria Gonnella, Giuseppe Arnesi, Anatoly Petrovich Sobolev, Riccardo Aiese Cigliano, Donato Giannino
Summary: This study presents the chloroplast genome sequence, transcriptome expression, and functional annotation of smooth- and curly-leafed endives. The chloroplast genome exhibits high polymorphism and RNA editing characteristics. The expression of the chloroplast transcriptome shows stress- and cultivar-specific responses to extreme rainfall events.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Lorenzo Goppa, Mattia Spano, Rebecca Michela Baiguera, Marco Cartabia, Paola Rossi, Luisa Mannina, Elena Savino
Summary: Wood Decay Fungi (WDF) are specialized fungi that degrade wood. This research investigated the metabolites in hydroalcoholic and organic extracts from A. biennis, F. iberica, and S. hirsutum mycelia using NMR methodology. Various compounds including amino acids, sugars, organic acids, and fatty chains were identified and quantified. These findings are important for the development of WDF-based products with high nutritional and nutraceutical value.
Article
Plant Sciences
Silvia Di Giacomo, Ester Percaccio, Annabella Vitalone, Cinzia Ingallina, Luisa Mannina, Alberto Macone, Antonella Di Sotto
Summary: Hemp bioproducts, with their diverse bioactive compounds and potential health benefits, show great promise for nutraceutical and pharmaceutical applications. This study investigated the chemically characterized hydroalcoholic and organic extracts obtained from locally cultivated hemp varieties and found that they possess antimutagenic, radical scavenging, and cytotoxic properties. These findings suggest that bioactive compounds in hemp inflorescences could be harnessed for genoprotective and chemopreventive purposes.
