Review
Plant Sciences
Fernanda Caro Beveridge, Sundaravelpandian Kalaipandian, Chongxi Yang, Steve W. Adkins
Summary: Coconut, an important crop, has seen an increase in demand but a decrease in production due to palm senility and various stresses. Traditional seed propagation remains crucial and needs improvement. Understanding coconut fruit biology and related issues is essential for improving seed propagation.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jingrong Ma, Chuang Pan, Haiming Chen, Yan Chen, Weijun Chen, Jianfei Pei, Ming Zhang, Qiuping Zhong, Wenxue Chen
Summary: The relationship between interfacial behavior and emulsion stability of coconut globulin (CG) at different pH levels was investigated to understand its emulsification mechanism. The dynamic interfacial tension of CG was lowest at pH 11, followed by pH 9, 3, 7, and 5. CG showed the best interfacial adsorption at pH 5 but desorption at pH 11. Heating resulted in decreased adsorption for all pH groups. The dilatational elasticity modulus (Ed) of CG was highest at pH 5, followed by pH 3, 7, 9, and 11, but significantly decreased after heating.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Vanessa Alves, Thamarys Scapini, Aline Frumi Camargo, Charline Bonatto, Fabio Spitza Stefanski, Eliane Pompeu de Jesus, Luan Gabriel Techi Diniz, Larissa Canhadas Bertan, Rafael Resende Maldonado, Helen Treichel
Summary: The study aimed to develop a vegan fermented beverage with water-soluble plant-based extracts, focusing on the influence of inulin and xanthan gum concentrations on kefir grains growth, fermented beverage yield, and lactic acid content. The results showed that inulin and xanthan gum concentrations significantly affected the growth of kefir grains, as well as the yield and lactic acid content of the fermented beverage.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shahid Adeel, Shumaila Kiran, Muhammad Shahid, Sajid Raza Habib, Noman Habib, Muhammad Hussaan
Summary: This study focuses on the application of coconut coir dye extraction, bio-mordants, and ultrasonic treatment in natural dyeing, aiming to seek a more sustainable and clean dyeing method.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Khafid Mahbub, Islamiati Dewi Octaviani, Ika Yuni Astuti, Sisunandar Sisunandar, Binar Asrining Dhiani
Summary: Kopyor coconut, a wildtype coconut cultivated in Southeast Asia, shows potential for developing topical cosmetic products due to its oil's estrogenic activity and ability to increase skin collagen concentration.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jingrong Ma, Haiming Chen, Weijun Chen, Jilin Wu, Zengqing Li, Ming Zhang, Qiuping Zhong, Wenxue Chen
Summary: The present study assessed the effects of heat treatment and pH on the physicochemical and emulsifying properties of coconut globulins. The results showed that both temperature and pH had significant effects on the emulsifying properties, with higher temperature and lower pH values leading to better emulsification.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Douglas Guedes, Gabriel R. Martins, Lizeth Y. A. Jaramillo, Diogo Simas Bernardes Dias, Antonio Jorge R. da Silva, Marcia T. S. Lutterbach, Leila Y. Reznik, Eliana F. C. Servulo, Celuta S. Alviano, Daniela S. Alviano
Summary: Coconut husk fibers were found to contain 3% of proanthocyanidins, with a high B-type procyanidin content. Extracts from the husk fibers showed promising results as eco-friendly corrosion inhibitors for carbon steel AISI 1020 under neutral pH conditions, with the highest protective efficiency at a concentration of 1.2 g L-1. This study provides valuable insights into the industrial potential of coconut husk fibers.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Ubong Williams Robert, Sunday Edet Etuk, Okechukwu Ebuka Agbasi, Grace Peter Umoren, Namdie Joseph Inyang
Summary: Waste generation is a result of human activity and is inevitable. To achieve sustainable development, it is necessary to prevent waste from degrading the economy, environment, and health, and optimize resource utilization through the adoption of the 3Rs principle.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Lulum Leliana, Widiastuti Setyaningsih, Miguel Palma, Supriyadi, Umar Santoso
Summary: This study assessed the functionality of coconut by-products at early and mature stages and found that extracts from young coconut mesocarp exhibited high antioxidant activity, making them a potential alternative natural antioxidant.
Article
Plant Sciences
Islas-Flores Ignacio, Tzec-Sima Miguel
Summary: Coconuts, cultivated in tropical regions worldwide, are highly valued for their edible components and natural fiber. The global market for coconut products is expanding, and the application of new technologies and research strategies can enhance the management and marketing of coconut crops. This review highlights the importance of research involving technologies and approaches to improve coconut fruit production and meet market demands.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Juliana E. B. Costa, Andrey S. Barbosa, Marcus A. F. Melo, Dulce M. A. Melo, Rodolfo L. B. A. Medeiros, Renata M. Braga
Summary: Renewable aromatic compounds with high commercial value can be generated through catalytic pyrolysis of residual biomass using low-cost HZSM-5 catalysts. The study demonstrates that the catalysts are able to deoxygenate pyrolysis products and produce aromatic compounds such as benzene, toluene, and xylene. The specific area of the catalyst plays a crucial role in the aromatic yield.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Ramesh Shunmugiah Veluchamy, Rose Mary, Shameena Beegum P. Puthiya, Ravi Pandiselvam, Sugatha Padmanabhan, Neenu Sathyan, Sandip Shil, Vittal Niral, Manikantan Musuvadi Ramarathinam, Ankanahalli Narayanashetty Lokesha, Kodathalu Seetharamaiah Shivashankara, Kukkehalli Balachandra Hebbar
Summary: This study analyzed the physicochemical characteristics of testa oils extracted from different coconut genotypes and revealed significant variations in the biochemical components.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Cleitiane da Costa Nogueira, Carlos Eduardo de Araujo Padilha, Everaldo Silvino dos Santos
Summary: Efforts to improve lignocellulosic pretreatments have been costly in second-generation ethanol production, but high-concentration PEG shows promise in increasing ethanol production without the need for additional chemical or physicochemical pretreatments. Operational conditions in a study using high PEG concentrations and green coconut fiber as substrates showed increased ethanol production, with the addition of salts, yeast extract, or peptone further enhancing ethanol yield.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Sophitha Meenmanee, Apisada Rattananukrom, Somruedee Thaiphanit, Inthawoot Suppavorasatit
Summary: The research found that deamidation mediated by heat and HCl can significantly improve the solubility, foaming capacity, and emulsifying activity of coconut protein, but the emulsion stability decreases after acidification. Through testing, it was found that deamidated coconut protein treated with 0.3 mol/L HCl at 75 degrees Celsius showed the highest solubility and enhanced foam and emulsion ability.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lilan Lu, Weibo Yang, Zhiguo Dong, Longxiang Tang, Yingying Liu, Shuyun Xie, Yaodong Yang
Summary: This study investigated the response mechanism of coconuts to low temperature stress using growth morphology and physiological analyses, transcriptome and metabolome analysis. The results showed that low temperature treatment inhibited the growth of coconut seedlings and caused changes in various biochemical parameters and hormone levels. Transcriptome analysis revealed a large number of differentially expressed genes related to signal transduction, metabolism, and transcription factors. Metabolome analysis identified significant changes in the accumulation of various metabolites under low temperature. This study provides important insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying the response of coconuts to cold stress.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Ting T. Duan, Yong P. Luo, Chao Y. Kong, Xiu D. Gao, Xin Zhao, Gang Gao
JOURNAL OF PHYTOPATHOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Oncology
Huafeng Wang, Huan Zhang, Biao Huang, Guolin Miao, Xiaoyan Yan, Gang Gao, Yongping Luo, Huize Chen, Wei Chen, Luhong Yang
MOLECULAR MEDICINE REPORTS
(2018)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yan Li, Yajun Zheng, Yufeng Zhang, Jianguo Xu, Gang Gao
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shengjun Li, Ran Xu, Aixia Li, Kan Liu, Liqing Gu, Mu Li, Hairui Zhang, Yueying Zhang, Shangshang Zhuang, Quanhui Wang, Gang Gao, Na Li, Chi Zhang, Yunhai Li, Bin Yu
NUCLEIC ACIDS RESEARCH
(2018)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Peng-Xiang Pang, Li Shi, Xiao-Juan Wang, Yan-Nan Chang, Yong-Ping Luo, Jin-Lin Feng, Hemu Eri, Gang Gao
JOURNAL OF PLANT BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Plant Sciences
Hongmei Zhu, Meng Zhao, Xiaodan Su, Meijun Zhu, Gang Gao
PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2019)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Penghui Liu, Lihong Zhang, Xiaowei Du, Jinglong Zhao, Gang Gao, Xiuhong Zhang
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF BREWING CHEMISTS
(2019)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ruimin Yu, Yannan Chang, Huize Chen, Jinlin Feng, Huanjun Wang, Tian Tian, Yanjie Song, Gang Gao
Summary: This study aimed to identify and analyze the members of the potato GATA gene family to provide insights into their regulatory roles in potato growth, development, and stress responses. The analysis identified forty-nine GATA proteins in Solanum tuberosum, which were categorized into 5 subfamilies. Experimental findings demonstrated widespread expression of StGATA proteins in various tissues during different developmental stages, with StGATA9 showing induction by Ralstonia solanacearum, ABA, and MJ treatment. Additionally, tissue localization revealed that StGATA9 was predominantly expressed in the phloem of leaf vascular bundles and stem vascular system in potatoes.
JOURNAL OF PLANT BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rui-Min Yu, Yan-Yun Suo, Rui Yang, Yan-Nan Chang, Tian Tian, Yan-Jie Song, Huan-Jun Wang, Cong Wang, Ru-Jie Yang, Hong-Liang Liu, Gang Gao
Summary: The study revealed that StMBF1c plays a crucial role in potato resistance to bacterial wilt, interacting with genes related to SA, MJ, and ABA signaling pathways to enhance plant defense capabilities.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Erihemu, Mengru Wang, Fang Zhang, Dongsheng Wang, Meng Zhao, Na Cui, Gang Gao, Jingbo Guo, Qi Zhang
Summary: The study demonstrated that ultrasound can effectively inhibit the polyphenol oxidase activity of potatoes, and optimal conditions were determined to achieve this. The impact of ultrasound treatment on the micro-structures of potatoes was also observed.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
L. Shi, Y. P. Luo, X. J. Wang, P. X. Pang, Erihemu, J. L. Feng, G. Gao
Summary: Auxilin is a defense-related protein that plays a crucial role in clathrin-mediated endocytosis and regulates various biological processes. In potato, the Auxilin gene StAL1 is constitutively expressed and responsive to plant pathogens and exogenous phytohormones. Moreover, Auxilin is involved in plant immune response and disease resistance, making it an important factor for further research in potato plants.
RUSSIAN JOURNAL OF PLANT PHYSIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Ruimin Yu, Yannan Chang, Yanjie Song, Tian Tian, Huanjun Wang, Gang Gao
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND BIOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Plant Sciences
Yannan Chang, Ruimin Yu, Jinlin Feng, Huize Chen, Hemu Eri, Gang Gao
FUNCTIONAL PLANT BIOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Xiaojuan Wang, Yongping Luo, Li Shi, Pengxiang Pang, Gang Gao
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND BIOLOGY
(2019)
