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Chemistry, Analytical
Sandra Saunoriute, Ona Ragazinskiene, Liudas Ivanauskas, Mindaugas Marksa, Kristina Lauzike, Lina Raudone
Summary: In the past ten years, there has been a particular focus on Artemisia L. genus plants and their chemical composition. This study aimed to determine the variation in polyphenols in two Artemisia species at different growth stages and evaluate their antioxidant activity. The research found significant differences in phenolic compound diversity among Artemisia species during vegetation stages, with chlorogenic acid, 3,5-dicaffeoylquinic acid, and rutin being the predominant compounds.
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Farman Ali Khan, Nasir Mehmood Khan, Shujaat Ahmad, Nasruddin, Riffat Aziz, Ihsan Ullah, Mazen Almehmadi, Mamdouh Allahyani, Ahad Amer Alsaiari, Abdulelah Aljuaid
Summary: The current studies focused on the phytochemical profiling and evaluation of antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anticholinergic effects of the essential oils extracted from two local wild Artemisia species. The oils showed promising results with different phytochemical compositions.
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Environmental Sciences
Chunyu Jiang, Shixing Zhou, Lin Liu, Zokir Toshmatov, Ling Huang, Kai Shi, Chi Zhang, Hua Shao
Summary: The chemical profile and phytotoxicity of Artemisia absinthium essential oil were investigated, identifying linalool as the major active compound responsible for its suppressive activity on receiver species. This study highlights the potential value of the essential oil and its major constituents as environmentally friendly herbicides.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Asmae Hbika, Nour Elhouda Daoudi, Abdelhamid Bouyanzer, Mohamed Bouhrim, Hicham Mohti, El Hassania Loukili, Hamza Mechchate, Rashad Al-Salahi, Fahd A. Nasr, Mohamed Bnouham, Abdelhamid Zaid
Summary: This study analyzed the chemical composition of Artemisia absinthium extracts and evaluated their effects on pancreatic alpha-amylase and intestinal alpha-glucosidase enzymes. The extracts showed high polyphenol and flavonoid content and exhibited antioxidant and enzyme inhibitory activities. The aqueous extract also demonstrated blood glucose-lowering effects.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Meizhu He, Kamarya Yasin, Shaoqi Yu, Jinyao Li, Lijie Xia
Summary: In this experiment, ultrasound-assisted enzymatic hydrolysis was used to improve the yield of total flavonoids in Artemisia absinthium L., and molecular docking and network pharmacology were combined to predict its core constituent targets and evaluate its antitumor activity. The main components in Artemisia absinthium L. were found to have inhibitory effects on cervical cancer by regulating several signaling proteins, and the anticancer activity was associated with the ErbB signaling pathway and FoxO signaling pathway.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiao Han, Yao Chai, Cheng Lv, Qianqian Chen, Jinling Liu, Yongli Wang, Guixin Chou
Summary: Artemisia annua, a traditional Chinese medicine, has been long used for its antimalarial efficacy. This study isolated and identified 18 sesquiterpenes from A. annua and found that three of them exhibited cytotoxicity. Compound 5 showed significant inhibition of cell proliferation and induction of apoptosis in CT26 and HCT116 cells.
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Plant Sciences
Hamdoon A. Mohammed
Summary: This study investigates the chemistry and quality of Artemisia absinthium volatile oil from plants growing in Saudi Arabia and compares it to the plant growing in other parts of the world. The study reveals the potential antioxidant activity of the essential oil and its limited cytotoxic effect on tested cell lines, indicating the safety of A. absinthium as an edible plant.
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Plant Sciences
Braulio M. Fraga, Carmen E. Diaz, Maria Bailen, Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma
Summary: Three new compounds were isolated from a cultivated variety of Artemisia absinthium, including the sesquiterpenes absilactone and hansonlactone and the acetophenone derivative ajenjol. The biotransformation of the major lactone 3 alpha-hydroxypelenolide by the fungus Mucor plumbeus resulted in the corresponding 1 beta, 10 alpha-epoxide. These compounds showed strong antifeedant and cytotoxic effects, with the biotransformed compounds also demonstrating antifeedant postingestive effects against Spodoptera littoralis.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Dominika Mravcakova, Malgorzata Sobczak-Filipiak, Zora Varadyova, Katarina Kuckova, Klaudia Cobanova, Peter Marsik, Jan Tauchen, Jaroslav Vadlejch, Marcin Mickiewicz, Jaroslaw Kaba, Marian Varady
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of Artemisia absinthium and Malva sylvestris on antioxidant parameters and local immune responses in the abomasal mucosa of lambs infected with Haemonchus contortus. Results showed that these medicinal plants can reduce oxidative stress, enhance antioxidant capacity, increase mucus production, and regulate the number of mast cells and plasma cells in the abomasal tissue, ultimately improving the resistance of lambs to GIN infections.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Muhammad Ali, Rida Iqbal, Muhammad Safdar, Sehrish Murtaza, Muhammad Mustafa, Muhammad Sajjad, Shazia Anwer Bukhari, Tayyaba Huma
Summary: This study investigated the antioxidant, antibacterial, and anticancer activities of ethanolic extracts of Artemisia absinthium leaves and Citrus paradisi peels. The combined extracts showed higher FRAP activity and antibacterial activity against E.coli compared to individual extracts. Both plants had cytotoxic effects on Huh-7 liver cancer cells but not on Vero non-cancerous cells.
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY REPORTS
(2021)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Muaitaer Nuermaimaiti, Ablajan Turak, Qing Yang, Bixi Tang, Yi Zang, Jia Li, Haji Akber Aisa
Summary: In this study, eight undescribed sesquiterpenes, including three dimeric guaianolides and five sesquiterpenes, were isolated from the aerial parts of Artemisia sieversiana, along with ten known compounds. Extensive spectroscopic techniques and ECD calculation were used to elucidate their structures. The isolated compounds were tested for their anti-inflammatory effects against IL-1 beta, IL-6, and TNF-alpha, where compounds 4, 9, 12, 15, 16, and 17 exhibited potent anti-inflammatory activities.
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Roghayeh Rashidi, Maryam Akaberi, Leila Mobasheri, Mahmood Sadeghi, Seyed Hadi Mousavi, Fatemeh Forouzanfar
Summary: The study examined the effects of Artemisia absinthium extract on glutamate-induced cytotoxicity using PC12 cells. Results showed that the extract significantly reduced cell viability loss, reactive oxygen species generation, lipid peroxidation, and cell apoptosis caused by glutamate injury. It suggests that the extract protects PC12 cells against glutamate-induced injury by reducing oxidative stress and apoptosis.
LETTERS IN DRUG DESIGN & DISCOVERY
(2023)
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Engineering, Environmental
Karen A. Ghazaryan, Hasmik S. Movsesyan, Tatiana M. Minkina, Dina G. Nevidomskaya, Vishnu D. Rajput
Summary: The study found that Artemisia absinthium is well-adapted to growing in copper-contaminated soils and plant growth in contaminated soil can be restored using ammonium nitrate. The plant can accumulate high levels of copper in its roots without transferring this metal to the above-ground part, making it suitable for remediation without chelating agents. For phytoextraction, chemical amendments are needed to enhance copper bioavailability and transport it to the above-ground parts, with the combination of NH4NO3, citric acid, and malic acid being the most effective approach.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Thaise Boeing, Josiane de Souza, Rita de Cassia Vilhena da Silva, Lusia Nathalia Bolda Mariano, Luisa Mota da Silva, Guilherme Moreschi Gerhardt, Sylvian Cretton, Luiz Carlos Klein-Junior, Priscila de Souza
Summary: This study evaluated the gastroprotective effect of aqueous extracts obtained from Artemisia absinthium on rats and found that the room-temperature aqueous extract had a protective effect on gastric ulcers, possibly by maintaining the integrity of the gastric mucosal barrier.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
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Agricultural Engineering
Agnieszka Szparaga, Slawomir Kocira, Ireneusz Kapusta, Grzegorz Zagula
Summary: Several alternative solutions for sustainable agriculture have emerged in recent years, aiming to increase crop yield while reducing environmental pollution. Extracts from Artemisia absinthium leaves were found to be effective biostimulants for soybean cultivation, showing improvement in crop yield and economic benefits.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma, Maria Fe Andres, Rodrigo Contreras, Gustavo E. Zuniga, Carmen Elisa Diaz
Summary: This study investigated the accumulation of ryanoids in different plant parts of aeroponically grown Persea indica trees and tested their effects on insect and nematode. The stem extracts showed strong antifeedant effects on Spodoptera littoralis, while leaf extracts were moderately active. Ryanodane epiryanodol and other compounds explained the antifeedant effects of the stem extracts.
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Plant Sciences
Liliana Ruiz-Vasquez, Lastenia Ruiz Mesia, Henrry Denny Caballero Ceferino, Wilfredo Ruiz Mesia, Maria Fe Andres, Carmen Elisa Diaz, Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma
Summary: The chemical composition and activities of essential oils from ten Peruvian Piper species were studied, showing their potential as fungicidal and herbicidal agents. The oils exhibited different activities against phytopathogenic fungi and plants, suggesting species-dependent effects.
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Biology
Alberto Galisteo, Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma, Purificacion Castillo, Maria Fe Andres
Summary: The hydrolate byproduct of Spanish purple garlic extraction showed significant nematicidal activity against Meloidogyne javanica nematodes, highlighting the potential development of new nematode control products. The organic fraction of the hydrolate contained major nematicidal compounds from garlic oil. This study also emphasizes the importance of waste recovery in the essential oil extraction process for promoting circular economy.
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Plant Sciences
Sabrina Kesraoui, Maria Fe Andres, Marta Berrocal-Lobo, Serine Soudani, Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma
Summary: Plant essential oils serve as biopesticides for crop protection, with direct effects on pests and diseases, as well as the ability to induce plant defenses. The domestication and cultivation of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants for chemically stable EOs production contribute to species conservation and reduce variations in active ingredients.
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Plant Sciences
Jesus Aviles-Gomez, Jairo Cristobal-Alejo, Maria Fe Andres, Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma, German Carnevali, Daisy Perez-Brito, Felicia Amalia Moo-Koh, Marcela Gamboa-Angulo
Summary: In this study, aqueous extracts from native plants of the Yucatan Peninsula were evaluated for their potential as biocontrol agents against Meloidogyne species. Some of these extracts demonstrated high mortality rates against the parasites, while exhibiting no ecotoxicity to non-target organisms.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ekaterina Noskova, Roberto Fernandez, Javier Garcia, Eneko Ochoa, Celtia Dominguez-Fernandez, Albert Adell, Antonio Laso, Maria Fe Andres, Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma, Egoitz Astigarraga, Gabriel Barreda-Gomez
Summary: The development of high-CBD and low-THC Cannabis sativa strains is an important area of research for medical and recreational purposes. Mitochondria play a significant role in the clinical effects of cannabinoids, and cannabinoids can modulate mitochondrial activity through various mechanisms. This study aimed to identify strains with a safer profile by investigating the effects of Cannabis sativa extracts on the activity of cytochrome c oxidase, a mitochondrial enzyme involved in cellular respiration.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Maria Bailen, Cristina Illescas, Monica Quijada, Rafael Alberto Martinez-Diaz, Eneko Ochoa, Maria Teresa Gomez-Munoz, Juliana Navarro-Rocha, Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma
Summary: The antiparasitic activity of 23 essential oils from plants was evaluated against Leishmania and Phytomonas, finding that oils from Satureja montana, Thymus vulgaris, Mentha suaveolens, and Lavandula luisieri exhibited the best activity. Steam distillation increased the content of certain compounds in the oils. Thymol and carvacrol were identified as the major active components.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Carmen E. E. Diaz, Braulio M. M. Fraga, Adriana G. Portero, Ivan Brito, Carmen Lopez-Balboa, Liliana Ruiz-Vasquez, Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma
Summary: In this study, benzofurans from different species of Pericallis were investigated and new compounds were isolated. The antifeedant effects of these compounds on Spodoptera littoralis were studied, and compounds from the tremetone series showed the strongest activity. Glucosylation of one of the compounds by biotransformation resulted in inactive products. Euparin had postingestive toxicity enhanced by a synergist.
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Health Policy & Services
Amparo Bonilla Guijarro, Maria Bailen, Asuncion Hernando
Summary: This study used electronic prescription information to measure patients' adherence to chronic medication, considering different therapeutic drug groups and their mental health. Results showed that approximately 57.9% of patients adhered to their treatment plans. The electronic prescription system proved to be a useful tool for gaining insight into adherence to long-term treatments.
FARMACEUTICOS COMUNITARIOS
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Orlando Acevedo, Rodrigo A. Contreras, Claudia Stange
Summary: The DcPSY2 gene from carrot can increase the content of total carotenoids and chlorophyll a in transgenic tobacco, and promote the accumulation of phytoene in the T(1)L6 line. After experiencing salt stress, transgenic tobacco with DcPSY2 gene showed increased expression of the gene, higher survival rate, and up-regulated expression of endogenous carotenogenic and abiotic stress-related genes, as well as increased ABA levels.
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Plant Sciences
Maria Bernardos, Natalia Sierra Cornejo, Antonio Daniel Torres Hassan, Raimundo Cabrera, Jose Ramon Arevalo
Summary: Roads can significantly affect plant species composition and richness, especially in arid ecosystems. Areas with higher traffic intensity have a greater presence of both native and non-native species. Therefore, proper management of infrastructure in natural protected areas is crucial for the preservation of their unique flora, landscapes, and succession processes.
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Environmental Sciences
Angela Martinez-Gomez, Maria Fe Andres, Angel Baron-Sola, Fernando E. Diaz-Manzano, Ibraheem Yousef, Ismael F. Mena, Elena Diaz, Oscar Gomez-Torres, Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma, Luis E. Hernandez, Carolina Escobar
Summary: This study found that grape pomace-derived biochar, obtained through pyrolysis, has the potential to control root-knot nematodes. The biochar is rich in carbon and plant nutrients and provides a suitable environment for microbial growth. The results showed that the treated biochar effectively reduced the infection and reproduction of root-knot nematodes in tomato plants. Therefore, utilizing grape waste to produce biochar can not only mitigate waste management issues but also provide an effective solution for root-knot nematode control.
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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
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)
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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
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)
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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
(2024)
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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)
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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
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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)
