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Plant Sciences
Hao Zhang, Mingfang Hu, Hongyuan Ma, Li Jiang, Zhenyong Zhao, Jinbiao Ma, Lei Wang
Summary: The study compared the responses of dimorphic seeds of Suaeda salsa, finding that brown seeds had higher germination rates over a wider range of temperatures, while black seeds showed increasing germination rates with higher temperatures. Brown seeds exhibited higher germination rates and speeds under the same salt conditions, but black seeds had higher recovery germination rates after transfer to deionized water.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Horticulture
Yu Si, Yakupjan Haxim, Lei Wang
Summary: This study investigated the sterilization and culture conditions for Suaeda aralocaspica, a halophyte plant. By treating the seeds with ethanol and sodium hypochlorite or mercury chloride, the researchers obtained the optimal sterilization effect. The germination and seedling performance of S. aralocaspica varied under different culture conditions.
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Food Science & Technology
Chenbo Yang, Lifang Song, Kunxi Wei, Chunrui Gao, Danli Wang, Meichen Feng, Meijun Zhang, Chao Wang, Lujie Xiao, Wude Yang, Xiaoyan Song
Summary: This study constructed hyperspectral monitoring models of total flavonoids content and total phenols content in tartary buckwheat grains based on different preprocessing spectra. The results showed that the different preprocessing methods had different effects on the spectral reflectance, and fractional-order derivative (FOD) could reflect the change process from the original spectrum to the integer-order derivative spectrum. The monitoring models achieved the best accuracy under certain transformation spectra. The models can realize the rapid measurement of total flavonoids content and total phenols content in tartary buckwheat grains.
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Microbiology
Hongfei Wang, Manik Prabhu Narsing Rao, Yanli Gao, Xinyang Li, Rui Gao, Yuanguo Xie, Qiuli Li, Wenjun Li
Summary: Seed dimorphism is considered as a bet-hedging strategy for plants to survive in disturbed environments. This study found significant differences in seed coat structure and phytochemical properties between brown and black seeds of Suaeda glauca, leading to variations in the endophytic bacterial community compositions. The results suggest that seed coat structure may mainly influence the endophytic bacterial communities of dimorphic seeds.
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Plant Sciences
Jieqiong Song, Hongfei Wang, Ruowen Chu, Lantong Zhao, Xinxin Li, Shuo An, Mengke Qiang, Wanying Du, Qiuli Li
Summary: Soil salinization is a growing agricultural issue worldwide, causing negative effects on crop productivity and quality. Suaeda liaotungensis is a salt-tolerant plant that produces dimorphic seeds to adapt to saline environments. However, there is a lack of information on the physiological characteristics, seed germination, and seedling establishment of dimorphic seeds in S. liaotungensis under salt stress.
Article
Plant Sciences
Edwin Carlos Enciso-Roca, Enrique Javier Aguilar-Felices, Johnny Aldo Tinco-Jayo, Jorge Luis Arroyo-Acevedo, Oscar Herrera-Calderon
Summary: Quinoa has attracted great interest due to its high nutrient content and biomolecules with nutritional and medicinal properties. This study aimed to compare the antioxidant properties of quinoa seeds and sprouts extracts, with sprout extracts showing higher values of total phenolic content, total flavonoids, and antioxidant capacity than seed extracts, particularly in the Pasankalla variety.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Abigail Garcia-Castro, Alma Delia Roman-Gutierrez, Araceli Castaneda-Ovando, Fabiola Araceli Guzman-Ortiz
Summary: In this study, the total content of phenols and flavonoids in ungerminated and germinated barley were measured. It was found that the 7-day germination time yielded the highest total phenol and flavonoid content in Esmeralda barley, while the highest content in Perla barley was observed at 5 and 7 days of germination. Different solvents were used for extraction, and the highest extraction percentage of total phenols was obtained with methanol and ethanol, while 50% acetone recovered the highest flavonoid concentrations in Esmeralda barley and 80% methanol in Perla barley.
CHEMISTRY & BIODIVERSITY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Noluthando Noxolo Aruwajoye, Nana Millicent Duduzile Buthelezi, Asanda Mditshwa, Samson Zeray Tesfay, Lembe Samukelo Magwaza
Summary: Depending on the temperature regime used during roasting, the biochemical and sensory characteristics of macadamia nuts can change. Roasting macadamia nuts at different temperatures showed significant effects on their chemical and sensory quality. Kernels roasted at 125 degrees C had the best quality, with lower peroxide value, higher oxidation-resistant unsaturated fatty acids, and considerable concentrations of flavonoids, phenols, and antioxidants, resulting in a perfect crispy texture, a rich brown color, and a strong nutty flavor.
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Plant Sciences
Sadaf Nazir, Idrees Ahmed Wani
Summary: Basil seed was found to be rich in nutrients and phytochemicals, such as fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and alkaloids. It exhibited good antioxidant activity and hydration properties, making it a promising ingredient for the food industry.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH ON MEDICINAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Haimei Li, Yongsheng Chen, Qingxia Peng, Xinjia Tan, Guo Chen, Hua Zhou, Rian Yan
Summary: This study investigated the effects of bamboo leaf flavonoids on the oxidative and physical stability of walnut emulsions. The results showed that bamboo leaf flavonoids reduced the peroxide and malondialdehyde levels in the emulsions, while maintaining the droplet size and microstructure. These flavonoids also enhanced the oxidative stability of the emulsions.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Nawaf Al-Maharik, Nidal Jaradat, Nisreen Al-Hajj, Summayah Jaber
Summary: This study examined the chemical composition and biological properties of Myrtus communis L. leaves from two regions in Palestine, Jericho and Jenin. The results showed that both locations had essential oils with compounds that exhibit antioxidant, antibacterial, and antifungal activities, suggesting their potential for developing natural pharmaceuticals.
CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yanping Ma, Chaoye Wang, Chaobin Liu, Jiawei Tan, Huiling Ma, Jin Wang
Summary: The study found that short-term storage at 0 degrees C is beneficial for walnuts with green husk in maintaining kernel quality, while long-term frozen storage at -20 degrees C is advantageous for walnuts with shell in improving kernel quality.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Weilan Li, Eunae Yoo, SooKyeong Lee, Jungsook Sung, Hyung Jun Noh, So Jeong Hwang, Kebede Taye Desta, Gi-An Lee
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of seed weight and genotype on total oil content and fatty acid composition in 301 peanut accessions. The results showed significant variations in oil content and fatty acid profile among different genotypes and accession types. Seed weight was found to impact the fatty acid composition, with higher seed weight associated with increased oleic acid content and decreased linoleic acid content. The findings are important for selecting peanut seeds with health benefits and developing new varieties.
Article
Plant Sciences
Aida Khlifi, Lukasz Pecio, Joana C. Lobo, Diana Melo, Siwar Ben Ayache, Guido Flamini, M. Beatriz P. P. Oliveira, Wieslaw Oleszek, Lotfi Achour
Summary: The leaves of C. amblyocarpa and C. arabica are rich in various nutrients and active substances, showing significant anti-inflammatory and antinociceptive activities. The study supports the traditional use of these two Cleome species for treating painful diseases and as a source of natural anti-inflammatory agents.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Qian Huang, Xin Xin, QinMei Sun, Ziming An, Xiaojun Gou, Qin Feng
Summary: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a liver disorder characterized by abnormal accumulation of hepatic fat and inflammatory response. Overactivation of the NLRP3 inflammasome is involved in the development of NAFLD. Plant-derived active ingredients have been shown to alleviate lipid deposition, inflammation, and pyroptosis by targeting the NLRP3 inflammasome in both in vitro and in vivo NAFLD models. These findings highlight the important role of the NLRP3 inflammasome in NAFLD and provide insights for future studies on plant-derived compounds and NAFLD.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Wanli You, Jinglin Zhang, Xueyin Ru, Feng Xu, Zhengguo Wu, Peng Jin, Yonghua Zheng, Shifeng Cao
Summary: This study investigated the effect of calcium chloride (CaCl2) treatment on GABA accumulation in fresh-cut cantaloupe and the underlying mechanisms. The results showed that CaCl2 treatment increased GABA content and the activities of GAD and SSADH enzymes, while reducing glutamate content and GABA-T activity. Additionally, CaCl2 treatment upregulated the expressions of CmCML11 and CmCAMTA5, as well as several GABA shunt genes, through the transcriptional activation by CmCAMTA5. Furthermore, the interaction between CmCML11 and CmCAMTA5 enhanced the transcriptional activation of GABA shunt genes. Overall, this study reveals that CaCl2 treatment promotes GABA accumulation in fresh-cut cantaloupe through the combined effect of CmCML11 and CmCAMTA5 in regulating the expressions of GABA shunt genes.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
Min Wang, Yupeng Wang, Xiaohui Wang, Guangwei Wei, Huiyi Yang, Xi Yang, Tinghai Shen, Huijie Qu, Sheng Fang, Ziming Wu
Summary: This study identified the high nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) black sesame variety 17-156 and analyzed its underlying physiological and molecular mechanisms. The results showed that 17-156 possesses a sophisticated nitrogen metabolizing machinery to uptake and assimilate higher quantities of inorganic nitrogen, simultaneously improving carbon metabolism and growth. Many important genes were up-regulated in 17-156 under high nitrogen condition. Additionally, 38 potential candidate genes were identified for future studies to improve sesame's NUE. These findings provide valuable resources for understanding the regulatory network of nitrogen metabolism and developing sesame cultivars with improved NUE.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
He Dong, Chongmei Xu, Chengtao Zhang, Li Zhang, Yaqin Yao, Suiqi Zhang
Summary: The study found that short cells in maize leaves not only improve leaf mechanical support and photosynthetic performance, enhance drought resistance, but also participate in stomatal regulation.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
Na Liu, Wenyan Shang, Mengxin Guan, Jibin Xiao, Guangxiang Tian, Baozhan Ma, Wenjing Shang, Xu Li, Shijia Zhao, Chuang Li, Kun Cheng, Wenming Zheng
Summary: This study cloned the full-length cDNA sequence of TaSPX3 gene in wheat and found that TaSPX3 responds to low phosphorus stress in multiple wheat genotypes. Overexpressing TaSPX3 can alleviate phosphorus deficiency symptoms and promote plant growth in Arabidopsis. The study also revealed the interaction of TaSPX3 with other genes related to the phosphorus starvation signaling pathway.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
Kongyuan Wu, Lizhen Wang, Zihan Wu, Ziqing Liu, Zengfei Li, Jun Shen, Shengjie Shi, Hong Liu, Christopher Rensing, Renwei Feng
Summary: Selenium (Se) can reduce uptake and translocation of cadmium (Cd) in plants by regulating root morphology. This study investigated the effects of Se(IV) on root exudates, root morphology, root endogenous hormones, and Cd uptake efficiency in rice under Cd stress. The results showed that Se(IV) significantly reduced Cd concentrations in shoots and roots, and decreased Cd uptake efficiency via root hairs. Se(IV) also affected root morphology, root exudates, and the synthesis of hormones like IAA and JA. However, transcriptome analysis revealed no upregulated differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in IAA synthesis.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
Di Wang, Huaifang Zhang, Xuefei Hu, Haizhen Zhang, Shuang Feng, Aimin Zhou
Summary: This study identified a cell number regulator gene called SlCNR8 in willow, which enhances resistance to trace metals in transgenic poplar seedlings. SlCNR8 reduces Cd uptake and accumulation, and can be used as a candidate gene for genetic improvement of phytostabilisation of trace metals.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)