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Agronomy
Raul Sanchez-Vioque, David Herraiz-Penalver, Enrique Melero Bravo, Gonzalo Ortiz de Elguea-Culebras, Baudilio Herrero, Yolanda Santiago, Marta Bueno, Silvia Perez-Magarino, Maria del Carmen Asensio S. Manzanera
Summary: Spanish sage or lavender sage is an aromatic plant with high economic potential in agriculture. However, the presence of various chemotypes makes it difficult to supply homogeneous crops. A study found that the essential oil composition of lavender sage is mainly determined by genetics, suggesting the possibility of selecting and breeding individual plants with specific compositions for long-term homogeneous quality.
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Plant Sciences
Mohammed Ali, Dikhnah Alshehri, Abeer Mousa Alkhaibari, Naeema A. Elhalem, Doaa Bahaa Eldin Darwish
Summary: Monoterpenes are volatile plant compounds that act as defensive compounds against herbivores and pathogens. In this study, the SgCINS gene was identified and expressed in tobacco leaves, resulting in an increase in terpenoid production and resistance against cotton worm insect attack.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
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Parasitology
Carla Janaina R. M. do Rosario, Aldilene S. Lima, Caritas de J. S. Mendonca, Isabelle S. Soares, Eduardo B. A. Junior, Matheus N. Gomes, Livio M. Costa-Junior, Jose Guilherme S. Maia, Claudia Q. da Rocha
Summary: A study found that essential oils extracted from two chemotypes of Ageratum conyzoides have acaricidal activity against R. microplus, with the oil from purple flower samples being more effective.
VETERINARY PARASITOLOGY
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Miroslava Kacaniova, Nenad L. Vukovic, Natalia Cmikova, Lucia Galovicova, Marianna Schwarzova, Veronika Simora, Przemyslaw Lukasz Kowalczewski, Maciej Ireneusz Kluz, Czeslaw Puchalski, Ladislav Bakay, Milena D. Vukic
Summary: This study analyzed the chemical composition and various properties of Salvia sclarea essential oil (SSEO). The results showed that SSEO has moderate antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities, as well as insecticidal potential. The study also identified the main constituents of SSEO and their antioxidant activity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
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Horticulture
Lam Duong, Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Rakesh Satyal, Prabodh Satyal, William N. Setzer
Summary: Curcuma species are important for culinary and medicinal purposes, as their essential oils possess various pharmacological properties such as anti-inflammatory, anticancerous, and antioxidant activities. They also enhance immune function, promote blood circulation, and aid in digestion. Curcuma longa and Curcuma zedoaria are the most extensively studied species due to their high commercial value. There is increasing interest in expanding the cultivation of Curcuma species in North America. This study examined the essential oil composition of four Curcuma species cultivated in North Alabama, and found their potential use in medical and medicinal plant oil markets in the U.S.
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Chemistry, Applied
Guido Flamini, Basma Najar, Michele Leonardi, Katarzyna E. Ambryszewska, Pier Luigi Cioni, Federico Parri, Bernardo Melai, Luisa Pistelli
Summary: This study analyzed the essential oil composition of Salvia rosmarinus samples collected in the Elba Island of Tuscany, Italy for the first time. The main components identified were 1,8-cineole, alpha-pinene, camphor, and borneol. The composition of the essential oil varied depending on the collection seasons, geographical areas, and soil composition.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Zvonimir Jazo, Mateo Glumac, Vlatka Pastar, Sanida Bektic, Mila Radan, Ivana Carev
Summary: In this study, the chemical composition and cytotoxic activity of essential oils from Dalmatian sage collected in Croatia were investigated. The essential oils were found to contain terpene compounds, including thujone, camphor, and 1,8-cineol. Cytotoxic activity was tested on multiple cell lines, with the lung line being the least resistant and the fibroblasts being the most resistant. The study provides valuable information on the pharmacotherapeutic potential of S. officinalis EO.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Natale Badalamenti, Giovanna Salbitani, Piergiorgio Cianciullo, Rosanna Bossa, Francesca De Ruberto, Valeria Greco, Adriana Basile, Viviana Maresca, Maurizio Bruno, Simona Carfagna, Alessandra Napolitano
Summary: The essential oil of Salvia fruticosa has protective effects against oxidative stress and can enhance antioxidant enzyme activity. It also improves the maximal quantum efficiency of photosystem II in the presence of heavy metals.
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Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Filiz Okturen Asri, Memis Ensar Erturk, Murat Simsek, Fatih Alpay Vuran, Fatma Uysal Bayar
Summary: Salvia is an important medicinal plant used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. This study evaluated the effects of chemical and organic fertilizers on the yield and quality of Salvia fruticosa Mill. The results showed that organic fertilizers had a greater impact on fresh yield and essential oil content compared to chemical fertilizers, with farmyard manure being the most effective among the organic fertilizers.
TURKISH JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Fatih Demirci, Ayse Esra Karadag, Sevde Nur Biltekin, Betul Demirci
Summary: In this study, the essential oil and major component 1,8-cineole of Rosmarinus officinalis L. were evaluated for their inhibitory activity against ACE2 and 5-LOX enzymes. The results showed that both the essential oil and 1,8-cineole had antiviral potential and anti-inflammatory effects.
RECORDS OF NATURAL PRODUCTS
(2022)
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Agronomy
Valeria Cafaro, Silvio Calcagno, Cristina Patane, Salvatore Luciano Cosentino, Giorgio Testa
Summary: This trial evaluated the performance of four dwarf castor hybrids and compared them to a local selected genotype in different sowing dates. The results showed that the 'C856' genotype was the most suitable for biomass production, and early spring sowings negatively impacted dwarf hybrid production. However, the third sowing date positively influenced the oil content and yield in all dwarf genotypes except the local genotype.
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Plant Sciences
Duran Katar, Nimet Katar, Mustafa Can
Summary: The study investigated the effects of different amounts of nitrogen fertilizer on yield and quality traits of Anatolian sage, finding that all parameters except essential oil content increased significantly with nitrogen applications. The main components of the essential oil were identified as 1,8-cineole followed by camphor, with different optimal nitrogen fertilizer levels for dry leaf yield and essential oil yield and compositions.
JOURNAL OF PLANT NUTRITION
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Jorge Miguel Alves-Silva, Delia Maccioni, Emma Cocco, Maria Jose Goncalves, Silvia Porcedda, Alessandra Piras, Maria Teresa Cruz, Ligia Salgueiro, Andrea Maxia
Summary: This study aims to characterize the essential oil of Salvia aurea and validate its biological properties. The essential oil exhibited antifungal, anti-inflammatory, wound healing, and anti-aging activities, indicating its potential for developing innovative and sustainable skin products.
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Plant Sciences
Jorge M. M. Alves-Silva, Emma Cocco, Alessandra Piras, Maria Jose Goncalves, Ana Silva, Danilo Falconieri, Silvia Porcedda, Maria Teresa Cruz, Andrea Maxia, Ligia Salgueiro
Summary: This study aims to uncover the chemical composition and properties of the essential oil from Salvia cacaliifolia Benth. It was found that the essential oil has antifungal and anti-inflammatory effects, as well as the ability to promote wound healing and prevent aging. These findings highlight the potential of Salvia cacaliifolia essential oil for the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly skin products.
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Chemistry, Physical
Ke Yuan, Fulin Li, Lincai Peng, Xiaomeng Zhao, Hang Song
Summary: This study investigated the liquid-liquid extraction of high-purity 1,8-cineole using low toxicity alkanediol extractants. The influence factors of the extraction were explored, and the mechanism between the extractant and the target molecule was studied at the molecular level through quantum computational chemistry. The results were successfully applied to real Cinnamomum longepaniculatum oil, achieving a high-purity of 1,8-cineole (98.3%).
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
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Agronomy
Adriano Arrue Melo, Jaime Usano-Alemany, Jerson Vanderlei Carus Guedes, Mauricio Hunsche
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
David Herraiz-Penalver, Jaime Usano-Alemany, Joaquin Cuadrado, Maria Jose Jordan, Vanessa Lax, Jose Antonio Sotomayor, Jesus Pala-Paul
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
David Herraiz-Penalver, Maria Angeles Cases, Federico Varela, Paloma Navarrete, Raul Sanchez-Vioque, Jaime Usano-Alemany
BIOCHEMICAL SYSTEMATICS AND ECOLOGY
(2013)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jaime Usano-Alemany, Jesus Pala-Paul, David Herraiz-Penalver
BIOCHEMICAL SYSTEMATICS AND ECOLOGY
(2014)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jaime Usano-Alemany, Jesus Pala-Paul, David Herraiz-Penalver
CHEMISTRY & BIODIVERSITY
(2014)
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Chemistry, Applied
O. Santana, R. Cabrera, C. Gimenez, A. Gonzalez-Coloma, R. Sanchez-Vioque, M. de los Mozos-Pascual, M. F. Rodriguez-Conde, I. Laserna-Ruiz, J. Usano-Alemany, D. Herraiz
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Plant Sciences
Jaime Usano-Alemany, David Herraiz-Penalver, Joaquin Cuadrado, Silvia Diaz, Manuel Santa-Cruz, Jesus Pala-Paul
JOURNAL OF ESSENTIAL OIL BEARING PLANTS
(2012)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
B. Nevado, S. Koblmueller, C. Sturmbauer, J. Snoeks, J. Usano-Alemany, E. Verheyen
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Jaime Usano-Alemany, Lachinee Panjai
NATURAL PRODUCT COMMUNICATIONS
(2015)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Jaime Usano-Alemany, Jesus Pala-Paul, Manuel Santa-Cruz Rodriguez, David Herraiz-Penalver
NATURAL PRODUCT COMMUNICATIONS
(2014)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Jesus Pala-Paul, Jaime Usano-Alemany, Elena Granda, Ana-Cristina Soria
NATURAL PRODUCT COMMUNICATIONS
(2012)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Jesus Pala-Paul, Jaime Usano-Alemany, Joseph J. Brophy, Maria J. Perez-Alonso, Ana-Cristina Soria
NATURAL PRODUCT COMMUNICATIONS
(2010)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Jesus Pala-Paul, Jaime Usano-Alemany, Elena Granda, Ana-Cristina Soria
NATURAL PRODUCT COMMUNICATIONS
(2009)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Jesus Pala-Paul, Jaime Usano-Alemany, A. Cristina Soria, M. Jose Perez-Alonso, Joseph J. Brophy
NATURAL PRODUCT COMMUNICATIONS
(2008)
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Agricultural Engineering
Jingmo Zhou, Shubin Wu, Ying Liu
Summary: Expenditure isolation of lignin and the understanding of its structural variations during different isolation processes are crucial for the high-value utilization of lignin. This study proposed a green deep eutectic solvent (DES) consisting of choline chloride, ethylene glycol, and 4-chlorobenzene sulfonic acid for rapid lignin separation from poplar. The structural variations of DES lignin and its relationship with alkali pre-extraction of hemicellulose were investigated. The results showed that alkali pretreatment enhanced the DES separation of lignin and promoted the cleavage of specific linkages, resulting in reduced molecular weight and thermal stability of isolated DES lignin. Moreover, DES lignin obtained from integrated utilization displayed higher purity and S/G ratio compared to lignin obtained from direct DES treatment.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Yuping Li, Ziyan Xie, Yun Huang, Jiangyi Zeng, Chao Yang, Ling Yuan, Ying Wang, Yongqing Li
Summary: In this study, the characteristic flavonoids (CFs) of three licorice species were identified through integrated metabolic and transcriptomic analysis. The key regulators of CF biosynthesis were also identified. These findings provide valuable information for understanding the biosynthesis of CFs and future breeding of Glycyrrhiza varieties.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Xianjie Pan, Zhaoyi Luo, Fanqi Liu, Quanqian Yi, Yanning Zeng
Summary: This study presents a novel strategy for fabricating fully bio-based epoxy vitrimers using peach gum and itaconic acid, which exhibit superior mechanical properties and thermostability. The materials were characterized and the self-healing and recycling capabilities were evaluated. The results demonstrate the potential of using these materials for sustainable industrial applications.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Mohsen Sabzi-Nojadeh, Mohammad Pouresmaeil, Mina Amani, Mehdi Younessi-Hamzekhanlu, Filippo Maggi
Summary: This study shows that inoculating Summer savory plants with endophytic fungus Trichoderma harzianum can improve plant growth and increase salt tolerance. The fungus enhances growth, restores chlorophyll and antioxidant levels, reduces harmful substances, and increases proline and soluble sugar levels, thereby increasing crop productivity in saline conditions.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Yu Liu, Lei Li, Aichen Zhao, Xiuming Song, Lulu Wei, Mengdi Fang, Chuchu Zheng, Xiaodong Zhu
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INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Mesut Budak, Mirac Kilic, Hikmet Guenal, Ismail Velik, Mesut Sirri
Summary: This study assessed land suitability for rapeseed production using topography, climate, and soil data by analytical hierarchy process (AHP) and the Mamdani Fuzzy Inference System (MFIS). The study area covered land in the Diyarbakir province of southeastern Turkiye. The results indicated the proportions of different land suitability classes and showed the compatibility of AHP and MFIS methods in assessing suitability.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Rui Tian, Yue Liu, Chao Wang, Weikun Jiang, Srinivas Janaswamy, Guihua Yang, Xingxiang Ji, Gaojin Lyu
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INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Marcos Vinicius Silva de Andrade, Simone Ribeiro Lucho, Renato Delmondez de Castro, Paulo Roberto Ribeiro
Summary: Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, commonly known as stevia, is a widely cultivated shrub with highly sweetening metabolites. It has gained significant interest in the food and beverage industries due to its extremely sweet taste and various health benefits. Researchers are currently focused on studying biotechnological strategies to enhance the biosynthesis of stevia plant metabolites for improved cultivation and production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
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Agricultural Engineering
Eleonora Cintura, Paulina Faria, Luisa Molari, Luca Barbaresi, Dario D'Orazio, Lina Nunes
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INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Stiina Kotiranta, Juha-Matti Pihlava, Titta Kotilainen, Pauliina Palonen
Summary: The effect of light spectra, particularly far-red and short wavelength radiation, on the growth and secondary metabolites of cannabis is significant. Altering the R:FR ratio can increase the concentration and yield of secondary metabolites, while short wavelength radiation does not significantly affect plant morphology and secondary metabolite concentrations.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Xuze Liu, Fangmin Liang, Jinyuan Cheng, Xuelian Zhou, Jia Wang, Guigan Fang, Kuizhong Shen, Xianzhi Meng, Chen Huang, Arthur J. Ragauskas
Summary: A novel Na2S-facilitated DES pretreatment method was proposed to fractionate moso bamboo, which achieved high lignin removal and preserved most cellulose and hemicellulose with excellent enzymatic digestibility.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
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Agricultural Engineering
Zechun Ren, Xinyuan Zhou, Kejiao Ding, Tong Ji, Hao Sun, Xiang Chi, Yunzhao Wei, Min Xu
Summary: This study prepared a thermal/magnetic/light-triggered multi-stimuli responsive shape memory polymer composite with excellent properties by adding magnetic nanoparticles into a polyurethane composite. The composite showed high shape recovery rate, fast response behavior, and suitability for 3D printing. Controllable external stimuli allowed for dynamic, remote, and precise control of 4D transformations. This work is significant for the design of smart materials and devices.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Yurany Camacho Ardila, Jaiver Efren Jaimes Figueroa, Maria Regina Wolf Maciel
Summary: The higher heating value (HHV) and elemental composition are important properties of biomass, and their prediction using proximate and ultimate analysis is accurate.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
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Agricultural Engineering
Xiaohan Chen, Xianke Wang, Lili Shang, Xinxin Ma, Changhua Fang, Benhua Fei, Huanrong Liu, Shuqin Zhang
Summary: This study focuses on the comprehensive characterization of the three-dimensional (3D) structure of bamboo parenchyma and the evaluation of its tensile and compressive properties, as well as the analysis of its failure mechanisms. The study found that the measured tensile strength and elastic modulus of the parenchyma tissue are 48.81 MPa and 706.48 MPa, respectively. Compression failure modes in parenchyma tissue encompass compression bending and cell fracture, shear failure of the middle lamella, and detachment and debonding of the cell wall.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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Agricultural Engineering
Tianfeng Liu, Yuxin Liu, Yunlin Fu, Mengji Qiao, Penglian Wei, Zhigao Liu, Yingjian Li
Summary: This study explored the formation mechanism of agarwood induced by fungus and its potential application in high-quality and high-yielding agarwood production. The results showed that the transition layer played a critical role in the continuous accumulation of agarwood, and the parenchyma cells of the xylem rays and interxylary phloem were the main action site of fungus. The accumulation and distribution of chemical composition in different layers were also investigated. The study identified the drivers of specific compounds and provided a theoretical foundation for future agarwood production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)