Article
Plant Sciences
Weifeng Ma, Shixiong Lu, Wenfang Li, Guojie Nai, Zonghuan Ma, Yanmei Li, Baihong Chen, Juan Mao
Summary: This experiment studied the effects of drought stress on sugar metabolism and gene expression in grape berries. Results showed that the sugar content and expression of genes related to sugar metabolism changed under different water stresses. Transcriptome analysis and qRT-PCR further analyzed 65 genes related to photosynthesis, ABA signaling pathway, and photosynthetic carbon metabolism pathway. The relative expression levels of some genes significantly changed under different water stresses. These findings help us understand the potential connections between glucose metabolism and gene expression in grapes under drought stress.
PHYSIOLOGIA PLANTARUM
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Romy Moukarzel, Amber K. Parker, Olaf J. Schelezki, Scott M. Gregan, Brian Jordan
Summary: This study investigates the impact of temperature changes on the microclimate of grapevine bunches during veraison, and the results show significant effects on fresh weight, total soluble solids, anthocyanins, phenolics, and amino acids in grape berries. The accumulation of amino acids increased at mid-ripening and ripening stage with the higher temperature. This study provides valuable insights for developing adaptation strategies for viticulture in the future.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Kashif Saeed, Fatiha Kalam Nisa, Muna Ali Abdalla, Karl Hermann Muehling
Summary: The study found that selenium treatments caused significant changes in plant biomass and examined element concentrations under sulfur deprivation or enrichment conditions. Selenium promoted sulfur accumulation in sulfur-treated plants and had a beneficial impact on minerals in roots grown under sulfur-limiting conditions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Clizia Villano, Olivia Costantina Demurtas, Salvatore Esposito, Antonio Granell, Jose Luis Rambla, Paola Piombino, Luigi Frusciante, Domenico Carputo, Gianfranco Diretto, Riccardo Aversano
Summary: In this study, the transcriptomic and metabolomic changes occurring in different tissues and developmental stages of the ancient grape varieties Aglianico and Falanghina were investigated to establish patterns of secondary metabolites contributing to their wine aroma and explore the underlying transcriptional regulation. The results revealed significant changes in both the transcriptome and metabolome, with terpenoid metabolism being the most distinct for Aglianico, and GLVs for Falanghina.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiazong Du, Jingong Cai, Qian Chao, Mingshui Song, Xuejun Wang
Summary: The evolution of solid acidity during illitization process has significant impacts on hydrocarbon generation. Different mineral structures play a crucial role in the formation of acid sites. The variations in amount, strength, and type of solid acidity determine the mechanisms of clay-organic matter interactions and composition of hydrocarbons.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Miguel Angel Olego, Mateo Cuesta Lasso, Miguel Javier Quiroga, Fernando Visconti, Roberto Lopez, Enrique Garzon-Jimeno
Summary: Vineyard calcareous soils are usually low in organic matter and plant-available nutrients. The use of leonardite and iron chelates as amendments can improve soil fertility. The study found that the application of leonardite significantly increased soil organic matter contents and plant nutrient availability, but had only a small impact on grape quality.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Federica Narra, Antonella Castagna, Giacomo Palai, Jaroslav Havlik, Anna Mascellani Bergo, Claudio D'Onofrio, Annamaria Ranieri, Marco Santin
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of postharvest UV-B exposure on the primary and secondary metabolites of four grapevine varieties. The results showed that UV-B exposure did not significantly affect the primary metabolism of the berries. It reduced the total anthocyanin content in Aleatico and Sangiovese and had different effects on the flavonols profile. UV-B exposure increased the free fraction of volatile organic compounds in Aleatico and Moscato bianco, while increasing the concentrations of glycosylated monoterpenes and C-13-norisoprenoids in Sangiovese and Vermentino.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Linnan Wu, Fangxia Wang, Riye Sha, Xujiao Li, Kun Yu, Jianrong Feng
Summary: The research found that foliar spraying of KH2PO4 on grapes can significantly increase the total potassium, anthocyanin content, and color index of the grapes, improving the color and flavor. The most significant effect was observed at a moderate nitrogen level.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Kangqi Geng, Dongmei Li, Jing Zhang, Yanxia Zhang, Zhennan Zhan, Zhenping Wang
Summary: Soil burial is an effective strategy for grapevines to survive the winter in north-western regions of China. A suitable training system not only provides winter protection, but also significantly affects the fruit quality of grape berries.
Article
Plant Sciences
Stefania Sut, Mario Malagoli, Stefano Dall'Acqua
Summary: This study evaluated the influences of silicon foliar application on berry composition in four grapevine cultivars. Results showed that silicon induced cultivar specific changes in berry composition, such as significant increase in anthocyanins in Oseleta cultivar, increased proline levels in Garganega, and decreased tartaric acid in Chardonnay.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mathilde Cancel, William Pouillot, Karine Maheo, Alix Fontaine, David Crottes, Gaelle Fromont
Summary: Adipose tissue, both periprostatic and metastatic sites, plays a role in prostate cancer aggressiveness through various molecular interactions. The effects on cancer cells may depend on the balance between pro- and anti-tumor components of the tissue. Genetic and environmental factors like obesity and diet can modulate these interactions and impact the growth and metastatic potential of prostate cancer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Tingting Su, Juan Wei, Jinmei Zhao, Yumei Jiang, Yang Bi, Galitsyn George
Summary: The types and contents of various compounds in the sea buckthorn berries from the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau have been studied. It was found that the different varieties of sea buckthorn had variations in soluble sugars, organic acids, phenolics, flavonoids, vitamins, and carotenoids. The Rha variety exhibited higher levels of sugar, acids, phenolics, flavonoids, vitamin C, and vitamin E compared to the Tib variety. Furthermore, Rha also showed stronger antioxidant activity.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lu Wang, Xiaohan Jiang, Li Zhao, Furong Wang, Yudi Liu, Hui Zhou, Huaping He, Yuepeng Han
Summary: The candidate gene PpRPH in the D locus was identified as controlling fruit acidity in peach, showing consistency between gene expression and fruit acidity. Ectopic expression of PpRPH in tobacco leaves increased pH and decreased citrate and malate concentrations, suggesting its role as a strong candidate gene of the D locus controlling fruit acidity. These findings contribute to understanding the complex mechanism underlying fruit acidity in peach and other fruit crops.
PLANT MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Homer C. Genuino, Tim G. Meinds, J. O. P. Broekman, Marcel Staal, Jelle Brinksma, Thomas Wielema, Francesco Picchioni, Wesley R. Browne, Peter J. Deuss, Hero J. Heeres
Summary: Efficient preparation of oxidized starch can be achieved using H2O2 and FePcS as a green catalytic system, resulting in high product yield and reduced viscosity under optimal reaction conditions. The stability of the FePcS catalyst is influenced by both H2O2 concentration and temperature under high pH, which is crucial for its efficient application in starch oxidation.
Article
Horticulture
Irina Baccichet, Remo Chiozzotto, Daniele Bassi, Claudio Gardana, Marco Cirilli, Anna Spinardi
Summary: Organoleptic properties are crucial for determining peach fruit quality, with sugar and acid levels driving the range of fruit taste in spite of a narrow genetic diversity. This study identified malate and citrate as the most abundant organic acids in peaches, contributing significantly to overall acidity. Results also showed genotype-dependent contributions of specific organic acids and minimal seasonality effects on peach acidity and organic acid patterns, providing valuable insights for ongoing breeding programs.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Isabelle Cherel, Isabelle Gaillard
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2019)
Article
Plant Sciences
Alice Drain, Julien Thouin, Limin Wang, Martin Boeglin, Nicolas Pauly, Manuel Nieves-Cordones, Isabelle Gaillard, Anne-Alienor Very, Herve Sentenac
Review
Plant Sciences
Jeremy Villette, Teresa Cuellar, Jean-Luc Verdeil, Serge Delrot, Isabelle Gaillard
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Biology
Samia Djennane, Emilce Prado, Vincent Dumas, Gerard Demangeat, Sophie Gersch, Anne Alais, Claude Gertz, Monique Beuve, Olivier Lemaire, Didier Merdinoglu
Summary: Researchers discovered that the Riesling variety of grapes displays resistance to grapevine fanleaf virus, providing a new genetic resource for controlling the disease. They also identified a single recessive factor named rgflv1 located on grapevine chromosome 1, paving the way for development of GFLV-resistant grapevine rootstocks. This resistance factor, distinct from virus susceptibility factors in other plants, presents a novel and environmentally friendly solution for managing grapevine fanleaf disease.
COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Houssein Monder, Morgan Maillard, Isabelle Cherel, Sabine Dagmar Zimmermann, Nadine Paris, Teresa Cuellar, Isabelle Gaillard
Summary: Grapes, economically important for their high fruit value and significance in winemaking, are currently facing decreased quality and production due to abiotic constraints from climate change. Potassium plays a crucial role in grapevine growth, composition, and wine quality, impacting berry loading during ripening and defenses against stress. Understanding potassium's functions can aid in selecting crops better suited for adverse environmental conditions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Correction
Plant Sciences
Hortense Moreau, Sabine D. Zimmermann, Isabelle Gaillard, Nadine Paris
Article
Plant Sciences
Hortense Moreau, Isabelle Gaillard, Nadine Paris
Summary: Using genetically encoded tandems of fluorescent proteins, this study demonstrates the complex environment and pH heterogeneity within pavement cells. The newly designed acid-sensing tandems cover the pH range of 3-8 and show immediate responses to pH changes, providing insights into physiological conditions related to cell elongation and H+-ATPase activity.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Manuel Nieves-Cordones, Farrukh Azeem, Yuchen Long, Martin Boeglin, Geoffrey Duby, Karine Mouline, Eric Hosy, Alain Vavasseur, Isabelle Cherel, Thierry Simonneau, Frederic Gaymard, Jeffrey Leung, Isabelle Gaillard, Jean-Baptiste Thibaud, Anne-Alienor Very, Arezki Boudaoud, Herve Sentenac
Summary: Gas exchange in land plants is regulated by stomata, which optimize photosynthesis and limit water vapor loss. This study reveals the mechanical contributions of epidermal cells in stomatal aperture regulation. By disrupting the Arabidopsis thaliana K+ channel subunit gene AtKC1, the researchers found that the back pressure exerted by pavement cells onto guard cells is impaired, leading to larger stomatal apertures. Potassium ion transport within the leaf epidermis plays a crucial role in stomatal functioning.
Editorial Material
Plant Sciences
Sabine D. Zimmermann, Isabelle Gaillard
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Amandine Velt, Bianca Frommer, Sophie Blanc, Daniela Holtgraewe, Eric Duchene, Vincent Dumas, Jerome Grimplet, Philippe Hugueney, Catherine Kim, Marie Lahaye, Jose Tomas Matus, David Navarro-Paya, Luis Orduna, Marcela K. Tello-Ruiz, Nicola Vitulo, Doreen Ware, Camille Rustenholz
Summary: An improved version of the PN40024 genome reference, PN40024.v4, was generated using long-read sequencing and improved annotation workflows. This version successfully discriminated haplotype sequences and provided a high-quality gene annotation. The study also revealed the origin of PN40024 and helped maintain it as a gold-standard reference in grapevine research.
G3-GENES GENOMES GENETICS
(2023)
Review
Plant Sciences
Hortense Moreau, Sabine D. Zimmermann, Isabelle Gaillard, Nadine Paris
Summary: The pH parameter of soil is crucial for plant nutrition and growth by affecting mineral availability. Technological advancements now allow for real-time monitoring of pH at subcellular levels, providing insights into its impact on plant development.
Review
Ecology
Muhammad Usman, Tania Ho-Plagaro, Hannah E. R. Frank, Monica Calvo-Polanco, Isabelle Gaillard, Kevin Garcia, Sabine D. D. Zimmermann
Summary: Global climate changes have serious consequences on natural ecosystems and plant growth, with mycorrhizal associations playing a crucial role in aiding trees to adapt to stressors. Studies show that mycorrhizal symbioses improve water and mineral nutrient uptake in roots, enhancing plant resilience to climate change-induced stressors.
FRONTIERS IN FORESTS AND GLOBAL CHANGE
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Helene Badouin, Amandine Velt, Francois Gindraud, Timothee Flutre, Vincent Dumas, Sonia Vautrin, William Marande, Jonathan Corbi, Erika Sallet, Jeremy Ganofsky, Sylvain Santoni, Dominique Guyot, Eugenia Ricciardelli, Kristen Jepsen, Jos Kafer, Helene Berges, Eric Duchene, Franck Picard, Philippe Hugueney, Raquel Tavares, Roberto Bacilieri, Camille Rustenholz, Gabriel A. B. Marais