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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shaza M. Al-Massarani, Ali A. El-Gamal, Adnan J. Al-Rehaily, Ebtesam S. Al-Sheddi, Mai M. Al-Oqail, Nida N. Farshori, Alden S. Estep, Nurhayat Tabanca, James J. Becnel
Summary: Chromatographic purification of the alcoholic extract from the Saudi plant Nuxia oppositifolia resulted in the identification of five phenolic compounds, with two flavones and three phenylethanoid glycosides. The insecticidal and free radical scavenging activities of these compounds were evaluated, showing potential as secondary metabolites with lethal adulticidal effects against Ae. aegypti.
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Zuzanna Rzepka, Ewa Bebenek, Elwira Chrobak, Dorota Wrzesniok
Summary: The synthesized new 28-indole-betulin derivatives showed promising anticancer activity, particularly against MCF-7 breast cancer cells, possibly through inducing apoptosis.
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Rodrigo de Souza Miranda, Barbara da Silva Mascarenhas de Jesus, Sandra Regina da Silva Luiz, Cristina Borges Viana, Camila Rodrigues Adao Malafaia, Fabiana de Souza Figueiredo, Tatiane dos Santos Conceicao Carvalho, Matheus Lopes Silva, Vinicius Silva Londero, Thais Alves da Costa-Silva, Joao Henrique Ghilardi Lago, Roberto Carlos Campos Martins
Summary: This review provides an overview of the anti-inflammatory effects of various triterpenes and their presumed mechanisms of action, based on articles published in the last 15 years. The findings suggest that triterpenes could be valuable natural products with potential pharmaceutical applications.
PHYTOTHERAPY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tianhua He, Byron B. Lamont
Summary: By studying the 100-million-year-old Phylica flowering shoots in Burmese amber, we have successfully recalibrated the phylogenetic history of Rhamnaceae, tracing its origin back to more than 260 million years ago. This suggests that the origin of flowering plants extends well beyond 290 million years. Furthermore, we found that hard-seededness, fire-proneness, and heat-released seed dormancy have a similarly long history in this clade.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ewa Bebenek, Elwira Chrobak, Zuzanna Rzepka, Dorota Wrzesniok
Summary: In the search for potential medicinal substances for oncology, new compounds combining the betulin molecule and the indole system were synthesized. The structure of the obtained derivatives was confirmed and their anticancer activity was evaluated. The results indicated that one derivative showed promising cytotoxic effect on breast cancer cells, making it a potential starting point for further research in breast cancer therapy or synthesis of new derivatives.
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Marielle Cascaes Inacio, Tiago Antunes Paz, E. M. Kithsiri Wijeratne, G. M. Kamal B. Gunaherath, Rafael V. C. Guido, A. A. Leslie Gunatilaka
Summary: Celastroloids and their derivatives showed significant antibacterial and antifungal activities against bacteria and yeast. Quinonemethide-type celastroloids and phenolic triterpenes exhibited high activity. Some compounds showed antimicrobial activity at sub-cytotoxic concentrations, suggesting their potential as candidates for further studies.
MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Weber M. da Silva Junior, Renato G. Santos, Geane K. G. F. Duarte, Gracielle O. S. Cunha, Daniela M. da Silva, Thais F. R. Marchesin, Odair C. Bueno, Antonio Carlos S. Menezes
Summary: This study identified the chemical constituents of Odontadenia lutea leaves and found compounds with toxic effects against leaf-cutting ants. Among them, the hexane fraction significantly reduced the survival time of the ants, resulting in a high mortality rate by the end of the experiment.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Allisson Jhonatan Gomes Castro, Luisa Helena Cazarolli, Marisa Jadna Silva Frederico, Betina Fernanda Dambros, Francieli Kanumfre de Carvalho, Veronica Aiceles de Medeiros Pinto, Cristiane da Fonte Ramos, Fabiola Branco Filippin Monteiro, Moacir Geraldo Pizzolatti, Fatima Regina Mena Barreto Silva
Summary: THO reduces hyperglycemia by increasing serum insulin and hepatic glycogen content. The mechanism of action in adipose tissue for glucose uptake is suggested to be via GLUT4 translocation stimulation mediated by a p38-dependent mechanism.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Katrin Kuck, Anna Unterholzner, Bartosz Lipowicz, Sebastian Schwindl, Guido Juergenliemk, Thomas J. J. Schmidt, Joerg Heilmann
Summary: The composition of myrrh resin was studied, and 34 secondary metabolites were isolated. Among them were 7 sesquiterpenes, 1 disesquiterpene, and 2 triterpenes, some of which were previously unknown. In vitro experiments showed that 3 triterpenes exhibited moderate toxicity against cervical cancer cells. However, the tested compounds had less than 20% reduction in ICAM-1 expression in human microvascular endothelial cells, indicating no significant anti-inflammatory activity.
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Jing-Jing Liang, Tian-Ming Lv, Zhi-Yong Xu, Ning-Ning Du, Bin Lin, Xiao-Xiao Huang, Shao-Jiang Song
Summary: Two undescribed split-ring iridoids (1-2) along with six known triterpenes (3-8) and one steride (9) were isolated from Viburnum chingii. Compound 2 exhibited a novel split-ring iridoid skeleton formed by electrocyclic reaction and split ring. The structures and absolute configurations of the new iridoids were determined using NMR, HRESIMS, and ECD calculations. All the isolated compounds were tested for their AChE inhibitory activity, with compounds 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7 showing significant effects compared to the positive control donepezil. Molecular docking studies were also conducted for these compounds.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Shichuang Ma, Weiqi Jiang, Yuxiao Hu, Qangping Wang, Wenjun Wu, Baojun Shi
Summary: A series of steroidal piperidone derivatives were synthesized and evaluated for their agricultural activities against four pests. Most of the tested compounds exhibited potent insecticidal activity, with compound I-9 showing the highest activity. The derivatives had superior contact and systemic insecticidal activity against the target pest. A field trial showed that compound I-9 had a similar control effect to acetamiprid against the pest.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nelci Rolim Bastos Zachia, Mariana Piana, Fallon dos Santos Siqueira, Roberta da Silva Jesus, Margareth Linde Athayde, Liliana Essi, Marli Matiko Anraku de Campos
Summary: The study revealed that C. paradoxa and its morphotypes show significant antioxidant and antimycobacterial activity in different environments, with abundant phenolic compounds such as quercetin, quercitrin, and rutin.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Francesco Martoni, Mark J. Blacket
Summary: Psyllids, also known as jumping plant lice, are Hemiptera insects that feed on phloem and often have a strict species-specific relationship with their host plants. The discovery of Trioza melaleucae, a new species causing damage to tea trees in Australia, has raised interest in this previously undocumented pest. Analysis suggests a close relationship between Trioza melaleucae and other Myrtaceae-feeding Trioza species from Australia, New Zealand, and Taiwan.
Article
Plant Sciences
Lin -Yu Huang, Jin-Bu Xu, Xiang-Yu Li, Hai-Ning Song, Lin Chen, Xian-Li Zhou, Feng Gao
Summary: Pd(OAc)(2)/NiXantphos efficiently catalyzes the direct arylation at the C-14 position of matrine, leading to the synthesis of various arylmatrine derivatives that exhibit enhanced insecticidal effects.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mai Hussin Radi, Riham A. A. El-Shiekh, Ali M. M. El-Halawany, Ahmed M. M. Al-Abd, Essam Abdel-Sattar
Summary: This study evaluated the antiproliferative activity of E. grantii aerial parts, and found that the dichloromethane fraction showed promising cytotoxic activity against breast cancer cell lines. Eight compounds were isolated from the active fraction, and euphylbenzoate exhibited the best anticancer activity. These results demonstrate that E. grantii aerial parts contain active compounds with significant antiproliferative potential.
Article
Plant Sciences
Fabiana L. Silva, Soledad Quiroz-Carreno, Marcelo J. P. Ferreira, Zhao-Jun Wei, Kiran Thakur, Xingang Lv, Jose G. Avila-Acevedo, Isao Kubo, David S. Seigler, Gokhan Zengin, Kouadio Ibrahime Sinan, Adriano Mollica, Julio Alarcon-Enos, Edgar Pastene-Navarrete, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna
Summary: The use of plant-derived products as alternatives to synthetic products in fighting agricultural pests and microorganisms is a sustainable and safe option. This study investigated the effects of fractions from the Fabiana imbricata plant on various organisms. The results showed that stem fractions exhibited high toxicity against Drosophila melanogaster and Tenebrio molitor, while the acetate fraction showed strong antimicrobial activity. The study also found that the stem fractions had low toxicity to non-target organisms and bees.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jose Miguel Bastias-Montes, Carla Vidal-San-Martin, Yanara Tamarit-Pino, Ociel Munoz-Farina, Olga Garcia-Figueroa, Roberto Quevedo-Leon, Zhao-Jun Wei, Xingang Lv, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna
Summary: Cryoconcentration by centrifugation-filtration efficiently increases the content of thermosensitive bioactive compounds in maqui extract, resulting in higher antioxidant capacity.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Yun-Yang Zhu, Kiran Thakur, Jing-Yu Feng, Jian-Guo Zhang, Fei Hu, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna, Chenzhong Liao, Zhao-Jun Wei
Summary: The study reveals that B2FS can effectively alleviate the detrimental effects of ariboflavinosis, including oxidative stress-mediated liver injury, chronic intestinal inflammation, and gut dysbiosis, through the activation of the Nrf2 signaling pathway in the B-2 depletion-repletion mice model.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xingang Lyu, Yixuan Wang, Shiwei Gao, Xiao Wang, Wei Cao, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna
Summary: Sea buckthorn oil with the addition of sea buckthorn leaf extract showed improved stability and antioxidant properties. The best results were obtained when 2% SBLE was added to the SBO microcapsules prepared by spray drying. SBLE not only increased the antioxidant activity of SBO, but also showed better effectiveness compared to synthetic antioxidants.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Soledad Quiroz-Carreno, Evelyn Munoz-Nunez, Fabiana L. Silva, Luis Devotto-Moreno, David S. Seigler, Edgar Pastene-Navarrete, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna, Julio Alarcon-Enos
Summary: Cyclopeptide alkaloids present in plants of the family Rhamnaceae, such as Discaria chacaye, were studied to establish a connection with the presence of Frankia sp. The research identified 24 alkaloids, including cyclopeptides, and found that the presence of cyclopeptide alkaloids is associated with Frankia nodules. The alkaloid extracts also showed insecticidal activity.
CHEMISTRY & BIODIVERSITY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Gokhan Zengin, Stefano Dall' Acqua, Kouadio Ibrahime Sinan, Abdullahi Ibrahim Uba, Stefania Sut, Gregorio Peron, Ouattara Katinan Etienne, Manoj Kumar, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna, Julio Alarcon-Enos, Adriano Mollica, Mohamad Fawzi Mahomoodally
Summary: Extracts from F. virosa contain abundant triterpenes with antioxidant and enzyme inhibitory effects, with antioxidant capacity correlated with total phenolic contents. These compounds show potential as a new ingredient for the development of novel functional products.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Evelyn Munoz-Nunez, Soledad Quiroz-Carreno, Edgar Pastene-Navarrete, David S. Seigler, Carlos Cespedes-Acuna, Ignacio Martinez Valenzuela, Martina Oppliger Munoz, Alexis Salas-Burgos, Julio Alarcon-Enos
Summary: The inhibitory capacity of ceanothanes triterpenes isolated from Chilean Rhamnaceae on acetylcholinesterase and butyrylcholinesterase enzymes was determined in this study. Compound 3 showed a strong inhibitory effect on acetylcholinesterase, with competitive and reversible inhibition mechanism. The interaction with the peripheral anionic site of acetylcholinesterase was suggested to be the cause of its inhibitory effect.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Milena Terzic, Tatjana Majkic, Gokhan Zengin, Ivana Beara, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna, Dejan Cavic, Marija Radojkovic
Summary: The results of this study suggest that lyophilization is a better drying technique than natural convection, and microwave extraction is the most efficient technique for isolating secondary metabolites. Phenolic compounds, particularly chlorogenic acid and rutin, were found in abundance in extracts of lyophilized elderberries. Elderberry extracts showed great antioxidant and enzyme inhibition potential. These findings highlight the potential use of elderberry as a natural source of bioactive compounds for the development of dietary supplements and functional foods.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Yuqin Zhang, Liping Hua, Chunfeng Lin, Mingzhou Yuan, Wei Xu, Anand D. Raj, Baskar Venkidasamy, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna, Shivraj Hariram Nile, Guohong Yan, Haiyin Zheng
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Run-Hui Ma, Zhi-Jing Ni, Kiran Thakur, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna, Jian-Guo Zhang, Zhao-Jun Wei
Summary: Endometrial cancer, one of the widespread female malignancies, is still commonly treated with surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy. Recent studies have turned to medicinal plants like ginger for its multifaceted benefits. 6-Shogaol is identified as the main active compound in ginger that participates in pharmacological activities and fights various health disorders, particularly cancer.
FOOD AND CHEMICAL TOXICOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Natalie Vivien Gunter, Soek Sin Teh, Ibrahim Jantan, Carlos Leonardo Cespedes-Acuna, Siau Hui Mah
Summary: Cancers such as breast, colon, and lung cancers have shown alarming increases in the number of new diagnoses and mortality rates. Non-specific toxicity limits the use of current chemotherapy drugs, necessitating the development of new agents such as xanthones. Prenylated xanthones have demonstrated cytotoxic activity against cancer cells and potential as anticancer drugs, but further studies are required to establish their effectiveness and safety.
PHYTOCHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Xiao-Li Li, Xiu-Xiu Zhang, Run-Hui Ma, Zhi-Jing Ni, Kiran Thakur, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna, Jian-Guo Zhang, Zhao -Jun Wei
Summary: This study investigated the efficacy of PS on proliferation and migration of Endometrial carcinoma cells. Through experiments using xenograft model and Ishikawa cells, the potential molecular mechanism of dioscin was explored. The results showed that dioscin inhibited Ishikawa cell migration and invasion through the MEK/ERK and JNK signaling pathways. Hub miRNAs and genes identified in this study could be potential molecular targets for future EC treatment.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Ayisha Khalid, Samina Afzal, Farhan Abbas, Iftikhar Afzal, Muhammad Iqbal, Sarfraz Ahmad, Siddique Akber Ansari, Hamad M. Alkahtani, Tahir Ali Chohan, Umair Khurshid, Hammad Saleem, Carlos Leonardo Cespedes-Acuna
Summary: This study examines and compares the biological functions and chemical components of whole-plant extracts of Colutea armata made with dichloromethane and methanol solvents. The extracts show potential for inhibiting specific enzymes, containing bioactive components and antioxidants. GC-MS analysis reveals the presence of secondary metabolites in the extracts, possibly contributing to their biological activities. The extracts also exhibit antifungal and antibacterial properties. Overall, this study highlights C. armata as a valuable source of naturally bioactive compounds.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Li Chen, Yuxin Wang, Jiaxin Liu, Zhiyuan Hong, Ka-Hing Wong, Jia-Chi Chiou, Baojun Xu, Carlos L. Cespedes-Acuna, Weibin Bai, Lingmin Tian
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the structural characteristics and in vitro fermentation patterns of polysaccharides from Boletus mushrooms. Polysaccharides were solubilized from selected mushrooms using subcritical water extraction and their physicochemical properties, monosaccharide composition, and molecular weight were analyzed. The utilization of Boletus polysaccharides by gut microbiota and their modulation of microbial communities were studied. The results showed that Boletus polysaccharides exhibited a wide range of molecular weights and were gradually utilized by the human fecal microbiota, promoting the production of SCFAs. The consumption of B. bicolor polysaccharides showed better fermentability and prebiotic effects, making it a potential approach to support gut health.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ya-Fang Shang, Tian-Hua Zhang, Kiran Thakur, Jian-Guo Zhang, Carlos Leonardo Armando Cespedes-Acuna, Zhao-Jun Wei
Summary: This study contributes to the exploitation of L. barbarum and its meal by comparing the differences in polyphenols of L. barbarum and its meal and exploring the effects of different extraction methods.
FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yu Liu, Lei Li, Aichen Zhao, Xiuming Song, Lulu Wei, Mengdi Fang, Chuchu Zheng, Xiaodong Zhu
Summary: This study investigates the impact of peppermint essential oil microcapsules on the unpleasant odor emissions from wax oil coated wood products. The results show that microcapsules can improve the time and stability of odor release.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
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)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rui Tian, Yue Liu, Chao Wang, Weikun Jiang, Srinivas Janaswamy, Guihua Yang, Xingxiang Ji, Gaojin Lyu
Summary: In this study, hollow and solid lignin nanoparticles were synthesized through self-assembly and their application in PVA nanocomposite films was investigated. The results showed that the presence of hollow lignin nanoparticles in the films resulted in a room-like network structure, while the solid lignin nanoparticles induced different structural changes. The inclusion of LNPs improved the mechanical properties of the films, and both types of LNPs exhibited good hydrophobicity.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
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
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Eleonora Cintura, Paulina Faria, Luisa Molari, Luca Barbaresi, Dario D'Orazio, Lina Nunes
Summary: This study investigated the properties of Arundo donax as a building material and found that it has strong adaptability, high hygroscopicity, and unique sound absorption behavior. The mechanical tests also demonstrated the applicability of the Arundo donax-based composite. This opens up new possibilities for the further application of Arundo donax-based materials.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
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)
Article
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
(2024)
Article
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)
Article
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
(2024)
Article
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)
Article
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)