Review
Plant Sciences
Anna M. Mastrangelo, Luigi Cattivelli
Summary: Durum wheat and bread wheat, two closely related species, have different adaptation capacities and technological properties that make them suitable for different products. By utilizing interspecific crosses and new breeding technologies, researchers can develop wheat lines with desired quality features in either tetraploid or hexaploid genetic background. Understanding the major quality-related genes of different wheat types can provide guidance for future wheat breeding programs.
TRENDS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Donatella Bianca Maria Ficco, Michele Canale, Virgilio Giannone, Maria Concetta Strano, Maria Allegra, Silvia Zingale, Alfio Spina
Summary: Enriching semolina bread with prebiotic ingredients like beta-glucans can have health benefits. This study investigated the effects of adding varying amounts of thin bran or barley flour to wheat semolina bread. The results showed that the inclusion of barley flour or thin bran increased water absorption and dough stability, but also increased dough development time. The specific volume and hardness of the bread decreased, while beta-glucan levels increased. The study concludes that barley flour or thin bran have potential as ingredients to increase beta-glucan intake, but further research is needed for improved quality features.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ciro Pompa, Teresa D'Amore, Oto Miedico, Chiara Preite, Antonio Eugenio Chiaravalle
Summary: Durum wheat grains, commonly used in pasta and baked goods, are a major source of vegetable proteins and calories, but may also accumulate toxic trace elements. A study on durum wheat imported into the Italian market from six countries showed that while all samples met regulations, products based on durum wheat could significantly impact exposure to lead and cadmium, especially in sensitive populations.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Peter R. Shewry, Fred Brouns, Jack Dunn, Jessica Hood, Amanda J. Burridge, Antoine H. P. America, Luud Gilissen, Zsuzsan A. M. Proos-Huijsmans, Jan Philip van Straaten, Daisy Jonkers, Paul A. Lazzeri, Jane L. Ward, Alison Lovegrove
Summary: Three genotypes of bread wheat, durum wheat and tritordeum were grown and their wholemeal flours were analyzed for composition differences. Significant differences were observed in protein, minerals, phenolics, amino acids, sugars, and fiber components among the three species. Tritordeum had higher levels of several components compared to bread wheat and durum wheat.
Article
Agronomy
Rex Bernardo
Summary: This study assessed the contributions of different subgenomes in bread wheat and durum wheat populations to trait variation, revealing significant differences in subgenome contributions for several but not all traits.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nabeel T. Alzuwaid, Denise Pleming, Christopher M. Fellows, Mike Sissons
Summary: Plant industrial by-products, such as wheat bran proteins, can enhance the nutritional properties of foods like spaghetti without compromising quality. However, the addition of wheat bran proteins had a more significant impact on bread quality, making it more sensitive to formulations above 1% addition.
Article
Agronomy
Maria Ciudad-Mulero, Maria Cruz Matallana-Gonzalez, Maria Jesus Callejo, Jose M. Carrillo, Patricia Morales, Virginia Fernandez-Ruiz
Summary: This study evaluated the mineral composition of different wheat varieties, finding higher concentrations of minerals in bran and whole grain flour, especially potassium and magnesium. The results suggest that some samples meet the conditions for approved health claims, potentially supporting the classification of wheat flour as functional foods.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Shahid Ahmed Junejo, Alam Rashid, Liping Yang, Yan Xu, Supaluck Kraithong, Yibin Zhou
Summary: The study showed that incorporating spinach powder into refined wheat flour can significantly improve the physical properties of dough and antioxidant properties of bread, while reducing peak and final viscosities, increasing protein weakening, and starch crystallinity in the corresponding samples.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Alexandre S. Leal, Maria Angela de B. C. Menezes, Radojko Jacimovic, Bruno C. Silva, Jose R. de Toledo, Klaus Krambrock
Summary: Hexagonal molybdenite (2H-MoS2) is a highly promising 2D semiconductor with vast potential applications in electronic, optoelectronic, and spintronic devices. This study investigates the influence of impurities such as Arsenic and Rhenium on the electrical properties of 2H-MoS2 using neutron activation analysis. The presence of Arsenic, Rhenium, and other elements in the mg/kg concentration range is confirmed, with preliminary results suggesting their impact on the electrical properties of MoS2.
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jhon Kenedy Moura Chagas, Cicero Celio de Figueiredo, Juscimar da Silva, Jorge Paz-Ferreiro
Summary: The study evaluated the residual effects of biochar produced at different pyrolysis temperatures on heavy metals in soil and plants, showing that biochar effectively immobilizes harmful heavy metals in soil and continues to supply micronutrients to plants after application ceases. This confirms the feasibility and safety of using biochar as an alternative for reducing contamination by heavy metals in agricultural areas.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Avraham A. Levy, Moshe Feldman
Summary: Bread wheat is a young hexaploid species that formed through hybridization between a domesticated tetraploid progenitor and a diploid donor around 8,500-9,000 years ago. Its global expansion was enabled by its polyploidy, which allowed for genetic novelty and economic appeal. The origins of its subgenomes are still debated, and efforts are needed to protect and utilize the genetic diversity of wheat for food security.
Article
Plant Sciences
Arianna Frittelli, Ermelinda Botticella, Samuela Palombieri, Stefania Masci, Silvia Celletti, Maria Chiara Fontanella, Stefania Astolfi, Pasquale De Vita, Mirko Volpato, Francesco Sestili
Summary: Micronutrient malnutrition affects more than half of the world population. The reduced bioavailability of microelements in raw materials is a major cause of mineral deficiency in populations who mainly consume staple crops. The production of low phytic acid (lpa) cereals is a goal of breeding programs to improve nutritional value. Targeting Induced Local Lesions IN Genomes (TILLING) has been used to silence genes involved in the accumulation of phytic acid in durum wheat, leading to increased micronutrient content. These mutant lines show promising potential for obtaining durum wheats with higher nutritional value.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Xin Wang, Chuanye Chen, Chao He, Dijun Chen, Wenhao Yan
Summary: Gene transcription is regulated by cis-regulatory elements. ATAC-seq is a technology that can accurately map cis-regulatory elements in animals and plants, but the presence of cell walls and chloroplasts in plants and the limitations of different tissue types affect the quality of ATAC-seq data. This study developed a comprehensive solution for mapping open chromatin in wheat, including experimental and data analysis procedures.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mohammad Taheri, Ali Bahrami, Parisa Habibi, Fatemeh Nouri
Summary: The global COVID-19 pandemic has caused severe impacts. Currently available treatment methods are limited, and research on the biological features of the virus will aid in the development of vaccines and medications.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Adrien J. Mourey, Thomas Shea, Kendra J. Lynn, Allan H. Lerner, Sarah Lambart, Fidel Costa, Jeffrey Oalmann, R. Lopaka Lee, Cheryl Gansecki
Summary: Understanding the evolution of magma genesis and intensive parameters in highly active volcanic systems is crucial for interpreting magma supply changes and anticipating future volcanic behavior. Major and trace elements in olivine are commonly used to study variations in mantle lithologies and melting conditions over time. Analysis of trace elements in olivine at Kilauea reveals changes in the mantle source and may provide important clues on subtle changes occurring at the mantle level that might herald changes in volcanic behavior.
EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCE LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Catarina Galinha, Adriano M. G. Pacheco, Maria do Carmo Freitas, Ana Rita P. Costa, Nuno M. B. Pinheiro, Benvindo Macas, Ana Sofia Almeida, Hubert T. Wolterbeek
CROP & PASTURE SCIENCE
(2015)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pedro Brito, Margarida Malvar, Catarina Galinha, Isabel Cacador, Joao Canario, M. Fatima Araujo, Joana Raimundo
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2018)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nuno Canha, Joana Lage, Catarina Galinha, Susana Coentro, Celia Alves, Susana Marta Almeida
Article
Food Science & Technology
Catarina Galinha, Maria Sanchez-Martinez, Adriano M. G. Pacheco, Maria do Carmo Freitas, Jose Coutinho, Benvindo Macas, Ana Sofia Almeida, Maria Teresa Perez-Corona, Yolanda Madrid, Hubert T. Wolterbeek
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-MYSORE
(2015)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
C. Galinha, M. C. Freitas, A. M. G. Pacheco, J. Kamenik, J. Kucera, H. M. Anawar, J. Coutinho, B. Macas, A. S. Almeida
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2012)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Catarina Galinha, Maria do Carmo Freitas, Adriano M. G. Pacheco, Jose Coutinho, Benvindo Macas, Ana Sofia Almeida
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2013)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
N. Canha, M. C. Freitas, A. M. G. Pacheco
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2013)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
S. M. Almeida, M. Almeida-Silva, C. Galinha, C. A. Ramos, J. Lage, N. Canha, A. V. Silva, P. Bode
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2014)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Catarina Galinha, Adriano M. G. Pacheco, Maria do Carmo Freitas, Marek Fikrle, Jan Kucera, Jose Coutinho, Benvindo Macas, Ana Sofia Almeida, Hubert T. Wolterbeek
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2015)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Leonor Maria, Adelaide Cruz, Jose M. Carretas, Bernardo Monteiro, Catarina Galinha, Susana S. Gomes, M. Fatima Araujo, Isabel Paiva, Joaquim Marcalo, Joao P. Leal
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Nuno Canha, Ana Rita Justino, Catarina Galinha, Joana Lage, Christian Stieghorst, Zsolt Revay, Celia Alves, Susana Marta Almeida
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2020)