Article
Food Science & Technology
Imane Boukhers, Frederic Boudard, Sylvie Morel, Adrien Servent, Karine Portet, Caroline Guzman, Manon Vitou, Joelle Kongolo, Alain Michel, Patrick Poucheret
Summary: The study found that cassava leaves have significant antioxidant and immunomodulatory activities, with the ability to inhibit cytokine production by inflammatory cells. This suggests that cassava leaves may have potential interest in human nutrition and disease prevention.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Haoqiang Yang, Na Yi, Shuai Zhao, Zhouyang Xiang, Mirza Faisal Qaseem, Biao Zheng, Huiling Li, Jia-Xun Feng, Ai-Min Wu
Summary: This research focused on the structure and composition of hemicellulose in the stems of cassava plants, revealing variations in hemicellulose content and molecular weight along the stem. These findings are valuable for better utilization of cassava plant waste and understanding structural changes of cassava hemicellulose during xylogenesis.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Moshood A. A. Bakare, Siraj Ismail Kayondo, Cynthia I. I. Aghogho, Marnin D. D. Wolfe, Elizabeth Y. Y. Parkes, Peter Kulakow, Chiedozie Egesi, Jean-Luc Jannink, Ismail Yusuf Rabbi
Summary: This study evaluates the assessment of cassava clones in Nigeria through variety trials and identifies the most suitable model for analyzing the data. The findings suggest that the Factor Analytic Model of Order 3 (FA3) is the most effective in understanding genotype-by-environment interaction (GEI) in multi-environment field trials.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Laura Perez-Fons, Tatiana Maria Ovalle, Margit Drapal, Maria Alejandra Ospina, Anestis Gkanogiannis, Adriana Bohorquez-Chaux, Luis Augusto Becerra Lopez-Lavalle, Paul David Fraser
Summary: This study characterized Latin American cassava germplasm using an integrated genomic and metabolomic approach. Classification based on genotyping correlated with the leaf metabolome and revealed adaption to specific eco-geographical environments. The root metabolome did not relate to genotypic clustering, suggesting different spatial regulation. These findings enhance community resources and provide valuable insight into breeding materials related to combating food security.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anh Thu Vu, Yoshinori Utsumi, Chikako Utsumi, Maho Tanaka, Satoshi Takahashi, Daisuke Todaka, Yuri Kanno, Mitsunori Seo, Eigo Ando, Kaori Sako, Khurram Bashir, Toshinori Kinoshita, Xuan Hoi Pham, Motoaki Seki
Summary: This study reveals that ethanol priming enhances drought tolerance in cassava by regulating stomatal closure. Ethanol pretreatment induces abscisic acid (ABA) accumulation and stomatal closure, resulting in reduced transpiration rate and increased water content and starch accumulation in leaves during drought stress. The transcriptomic analysis shows that ethanol pretreatment upregulates ABA signaling-related genes and stress response genes, and delays the upregulation of drought-inducible genes. These findings suggest that ethanol pretreatment improves drought avoidance in cassava through activation of the ABA signaling pathway, protein folding-related response, and changes in sugar and starch metabolism.
PLANT MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Marcellin M. A. Adjoumane, Assanvo F. Edja, Jackson Doe-Mensah, David Boa, Mark Driscoll
Summary: Thermoplastic cassava starch films were synthesized using different ratios of native cassava starch, glycerol, and cardanol-based plasticizers. The concentration of cardanol-based co-plasticizers greatly influenced the mechanical properties, with significant increases in modulus and tensile strength, as well as a decrease in elongation. The moisture content and thermal resistance were also affected by the co-plasticizer content.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Vindya Thathsaranee Weligama Thuppahige, Lalehvash Moghaddam, Zachary G. Welsh, Tony Wang, Hong-Wei Xiao, Azharul Karim
Summary: This study investigated the potential of extracting starch from cassava peel and bagasse as non-edible sources. The study developed an extraction method to maximize starch extraction and compared the properties of the extracted starch with commercial cassava starch. The results showed that cassava peel starch had a significantly higher yield than bagasse starch, and the extracted starch from both sources exhibited similar morphology and functional groups.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Plant Sciences
Sanket J. More, Kirti Bardhan, Velumani Ravi, Ratnakumar Pasala, Ashish K. Chaturvedi, Milan Kumar Lal, Kadambot H. M. Siddique
Summary: Cassava is a critical crop for alleviating poverty, hunger, and malnutrition, but water scarcity is a major challenge for future production. Despite being drought-tolerant, water stress affects cassava productivity. Understanding the responses to drought can help in breeding and implementing effective agronomic methods.
JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Linling Zheng, Qi Wan, Honggang Wang, Changlin Guo, Xiaolei Niu, Xiaofei Zhang, Rui Zhang, Yinhua Chen, Kai Luo
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the TIFY family genes in cassava and their roles in plant stress responses. The characterization of these genes and their phylogenetic relationships, as well as the prediction of protein interaction networks, offer valuable insights into their evolution and functions. The validation of gene expression patterns in response to different stress conditions further adds to our understanding of the TIFY family genes in cassava.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Plant Sciences
Assefa B. Amelework, Michael W. Bairu
Summary: This article discusses the importance of cassava globally, particularly in Africa and South Africa. Due to its climate-resilient nature, cassava has become a popular crop among farming communities in frost-free areas of South Africa. A multidisciplinary research program has been established at the Agricultural Research Council of South Africa to promote progress in cassava breeding and genetic analysis.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Oluwatoyin Ayetigbo, Sajid Latif, Waill Idris, Joachim Mueller
Summary: This study evaluated the physical properties of cassava foam powder produced from white and yellow cassava by foam mat drying, and compared them with cassava pulp powder. The flow properties, rehydration kinetics, and adsorption isotherm of the powders were analyzed. The results showed that the foam powders had different true densities, flow properties, and rehydration kinetics compared to cassava pulp powder.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Asunta Mukami, Bicko Steve Juma, Cecilia Mweu, Mathew Ngugi, Richard Oduor, Wilton Mwema Mbinda
Summary: This study evaluated factors influencing protoplast isolation, callus induction, and plant regeneration in cassava, and developed a simple and highly reproducible protocol.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Egoamaka O. Egbune, Theresa Ezedom, Osuvwe C. Orororo, Olisemeke U. Egbune, Oghenetega J. Avwioroko, Eferhire Aganbi, Akpovwehwee A. Anigboro, Nyerhovwo J. Tonukari
Summary: Solid-state fermentation (SSF) is a promising technology for producing value-added products from cassava. It offers advantages such as lower costs, reduced water usage, and higher product yields. SSF can enhance the nutritional value of cassava-based products and minimize waste by utilizing cassava waste as a substrate. However, optimizing process conditions and developing cost-effective production processes are essential for successful commercialization.
WORLD JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY & BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Elohor Oghenechavwuko Udoro, Tonna Ashim Anyasi, Afam Israel Obiefuna Jideani
Summary: Cassava flour, derived from the edible portion of highly perishable cassava root, is a shelf-stable food product categorized into fermented and unfermented types based on processing methods. The use of this flour is versatile, ranging from being consumed alone in dough form with soups to serving as a composite in various flour-based food products. Modifications in the processing of cassava flour have given rise to different types such as modified, unmodified, gelatinized, fortified, native, roasted, malted, wet, and dry, each with unique characteristics.
Article
Plant Sciences
Wolfgang Zierer, Ravi Bodampalli Anjanappa, Christian Erwin Lamm, Shu-Heng Chang, Wilhelm Gruissem, Uwe Sonnewald
Summary: There is an urgent need to stimulate agricultural output in many tropical and subtropical countries to combat hunger and malnutrition. The starchy crop cassava plays a key role in providing food for millions of people in these regions. However, the successful implementation of biotechnological concepts in cassava relies on the availability of well-characterized promoters, which are currently scarce. This study investigates the activity and tissue specificity of different promoter elements in cassava plants, providing valuable information and sequences for the improvement of cassava nutritional value and productivity.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Mallappa Kumara Swamy, Mohd Sayeed Akhtar, Uma Rani Sinniah
EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
(2016)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Mallappa Kumara Swamy, Greetha Arumugam, Ravinder Kaur, Ali Ghasemzadeh, Mazina Mohd. Yusoff, Uma Rani Sinniah
EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
(2017)
Article
Horticulture
Oluwagade Adenike Okunade, Uma Rani Sinniah, Parameswari Namasivayam, Mallappa Kumara Swamy, Paul T. Lynch
JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE & BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Entomology
G. Abdullahi, R. Muhamad, O. Dzolkhifli, U. R. Sinniah
JOURNAL OF STORED PRODUCTS RESEARCH
(2018)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Le Vinh Thuc, Danny Geelen, Huynh Ky, Siew-Eng Ooi, Suhaimi B. Napis, Uma Rani Sinniah, Parameswari Namasivayam
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY REPORTS
(2013)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Saikat Gantait, Uma Rani Sinniah
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY REPORTS
(2013)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Sharrmila Rengeswari Palanyandy, Saikat Gantait, Sreeramanan Subramaniam, Uma Rani Sinniah
Article
Agronomy
Nurul Fatin Hanani Hanapiah, Uma Rani Sinniah, Martini Mohammad Yusoff
Summary: This study assessed the physical characteristics of Lablab bean pods and seeds in Malaysia and concluded that pod color is a simple indicator for determining the optimal harvesting time.
Article
Agronomy
Indika Weerasekara, Uma Rani Sinniah, Parameswari Namasivayam, Muhamad Hazim Nazli, Sharif Azmi Abdurahman, Mohd Norsazwan Ghazali
Summary: The study found that priming soybean seeds with 0.2 g/L HA for 5 hours could improve antioxidant enzyme activities, reduce lipid peroxidation, decrease electrical conductivity, and enhance germination performance under different soil moisture levels. This treatment also led to a more uniform field establishment with increased emergence compared to non-primed seeds.
Article
Agronomy
Aliyah Mohd Yahaya, Uma Rani Sinniah, Azizah Misran
Summary: The study evaluates different drying methods and suggests an appropriate storage temperature for lablab bean seed. Drying beads are found to be the most efficient in achieving the desired moisture content, with economic benefits and sustainability. It is further recommended to store the seeds refrigerated to maintain quality and performance.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Zainol Haida, Jaafar Juju Nakasha, Uma Rani Sinniah, Mansor Hakiman
Summary: Black turmeric, a species of Curcuma, is widely used in traditional medicine for its various pharmacological activities. The rhizome and leaves of this plant are rich in essential oil and bioactive compounds. Phytochemical and pharmacological studies have shown that black turmeric has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer effects, among others. It is also found to be safe for consumption without causing toxicity.
ADVANCES IN TRADITIONAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Zainol Haida, Uma Rani Sinniah, Jaafar Juju Nakasha, Mansor Hakiman
Summary: Curcuma caesia, commonly known as black turmeric, is an important species in the Curcuma genus. This study successfully established a protocol for the propagation of C. caesia via plant tissue culture techniques, which could be useful for large-scale raw material production or bioactive compound extraction.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Sharrmila Rengeswari Palanyandy, Saikat Gantait, Uma Rani Sinniah
JOURNAL OF GENETIC ENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Gambo Abdullahi, Rita Muhamad, Omar Dzolkhifli, Uma Rani Sinniah
COGENT FOOD & AGRICULTURE
(2018)
Article
Biology
Ranjetta Poobathy, Uma Rani Sinniah, Xavier Rathinam, Sreeramanan Subramaniam
TURKISH JOURNAL OF BIOLOGY
(2013)