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Plant Sciences
Marco Nocentini, Giovanni Mastrolonardo, Marco Panettieri, Pamela Vignolini, Annalisa Romani, Irene Criscuoli, Heike Knicker, Giacomo Certini
Summary: We investigated the effects of biochar addition to fertile temperate soil on plant growth and seed quantity and quality of wheat and sunflower. The addition of biochar did not significantly change soil characteristics or affect plant growth and yields. However, it did increase the carbon content of the soil. In terms of seed quality, biochar addition increased the concentration of certain polyphenols in wheat.
JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Aurita Butkeviciute, Jonas Viskelis, Mindaugas Liaudanskas, Pranas Viskelis, Valdimaras Janulis
Summary: The study found variations in antioxidant activity and composition of phenolic compounds in different apple cultivars stored under different controlled atmosphere conditions, highlighting the importance of determining optimal storage conditions for providing consumers with high-quality apples.
Article
Horticulture
Alessandra Francini, Carmen Fidalgo-Illesca, Andrea Raffaelli, Luca Sebastiani
Summary: This study highlights the importance of improving knowledge of old variety apples, which exhibit superior antioxidant capacity and higher levels of phytochemicals, mineral elements, and vitamin C compared to commercial cultivars. These underutilized varieties may offer special nutraceutical benefits compared to other fruits.
Article
Agronomy
Niki Mougiou, Spyros Didos, Ioanna Bouzouka, Athina Theodorakopoulou, Michael Kornaros, Ioannis Mylonas, Anagnostis Argiriou
Summary: Research has shown that ancient grains, particularly emmer and einkorn, have higher levels of antioxidants and phytochemicals compared to modern varieties of wheat. This study compared grains from old Greek landraces of various wheat species to investigate their unique genetic profile and nutritional properties. The results revealed that emmer and einkorn had the highest levels of polyphenols, flavonoids, and mono-unsaturated fatty acids, as well as greater antioxidant activity. The study highlights the importance of sustainable agricultural practices to preserve the high nutritional value of ancient wheat varieties.
Article
Horticulture
Magdalena Valsikova-Frey, Jiri Mlcek, Martina Buckova, Anna Adamkova, Martin Adamek, Tunde Jurikova
Summary: This study investigated the influence of cultivation method on green pepper fruits. The results showed that the mulching film had a positive effect on pepper yield, while the variant without mulching film performed better in terms of vitamin C and soluble solids content.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Hammad Ullah, Eduardo Sommella, Alessandro Di Minno, Roberto Piccinocchi, Daniele Giuseppe Buccato, Lorenza Francesca De Lellis, Costanza Riccioni, Alessandra Baldi, Hesham R. El-Seedi, Shaden A. M. Khalifa, Gaetano Piccinocchi, Pietro Campiglia, Roberto Sacchi, Maria Daglia
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a new food supplement based on a chemically characterized pomegranate extract and hydro-soluble vitamins (B complex and C) in reducing prolonged fatigue in healthy subjects. The food supplement showed significant reductions in fatigue severity scores but had no considerable effect on psychological well-being.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Judita Lidikova, Natalia Ceryova, Marek Snirc, Alena Vollmannova, Janette Musilova, Monika Tothova, Alzbeta Hegedusova
Summary: This study examined the total polyphenols, vitamin C, and capsaicin contents in different pepper varieties, and found a high correlation between vitamin C content and antioxidant activity. Due to the presence of bioactive compounds, especially antioxidants, pepper fruits are recommended for the prevention of cell damage.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD PROPERTIES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Diletta Balli, Lorenzo Cecchi, Giuseppe Pieraccini, Marzia Innocenti, Stefano Benedettelli, Nadia Mulinacci
Summary: This study evaluated the composition of phenolic and steryl ferulates in Tuscan and Campania wheat samples, and found that agronomic conditions and wheat varieties can affect their content. Ancient wheat varieties showed higher amounts of phenolic and steryl ferulates, and ancient whole wheat pasta had higher steryl ferulates compared to modern whole wheat pasta.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mohammad Reza Fayezizadeh, Naser Alemzadeh Ansari, Mohammad Mahmoudi Sourestani, Mirza Hasanuzzaman
Summary: This study investigated the biochemical compounds, antioxidant capacity, leaf color profile, and yield of 21 cultivars and genotypes of basil microgreen. Results showed that the Persian Ablagh genotype had the highest antioxidant potential composite index (APCI) and that the basil genotypes were classified into four clusters based on their phytochemical components. The principal components analysis revealed diversity among basil genotypes, with the origin of basil seeds playing an important role in antioxidant synthesis.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jelena Milinkovic Budincic, Lidija Petrovic, Ljiljana Dekic, Jadranka Fraj, Sandra Bucko, Jaroslav Katona, Ljiljana Spasojevic
Summary: This study investigated the potential benefits of microencapsulation and the impact of different wall materials on the performance of microcapsules. It found that chitosan/SLES complex can be used as a wall material for microencapsulation of hydrophobic active molecules in the cosmetic industry, achieving high encapsulation efficiency without the use of aldehydes as cross-linking agents.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Horticulture
Jadwiga Zebrowska, Magdalena Dyduch-Sieminska, Jacek Gawronski, Izabella Jackowska, Marzena Pabich
Summary: The study showed that genotype plays a major role in shaping the bioactive properties of strawberries, with high heritability values. The relationship between the content of bioactive phytochemicals and antioxidant capacity of the fruit was mostly positive and significant, except for a negative correlation between vitamin C and flavonoids. This suggests that efficient breeding to enhance the bioactive properties of strawberries is highly feasible.
ACTA SCIENTIARUM POLONORUM-HORTORUM CULTUS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ricardo Pereira, Monica Costa, Cristina Velasco, Luis M. Cunha, Rui C. Lima, Luis F. Baiao, Sonia Batista, Alexandra Marques, Tiago Sa, Debora A. Campos, Miguel Pereira, Diva Jesus, Sergio Fernandez-Boo, Benjamin Costas, Manuela Pintado, Luisa M. P. Valente
Summary: This study compared the antioxidant effects of synthetic vitamin E and natural antioxidants in aquaculture on fish. The results showed that neither a high dose of synthetic vitamin E nor the addition of 2% natural antioxidants provided additional antioxidant protection, and had limited effects on fish growth and antioxidant capacity.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Mohammad Reza Emami, Sanaz Jamshidi, Meysam Zarezadeh, Masoud Khorshidi, Beheshteh Olang, Zohreh Sajadi Hezaveh, Mohammadhassan Sohouli, Naheed Aryaeian
Summary: Vitamin E supplementation showed no significant effect on weight, BMI, and waist circumference overall, but it may increase BMI in individuals with normal BMI.
CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Parvaneh Rezasoltani, Nahid Elliyoun, Tahereh Ziaie, Abdolrasoul Sobhani, Ehsan Kazemnezhjad Leyli, Soudabeh Kazemi Aski
Summary: The study results demonstrated that vitamin E supplementation did not have a significant impact on the lipid profile of menopausal women.
DIABETES METABOLIC SYNDROME AND OBESITY-TARGETS AND THERAPY
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Myunghee Kim, Hyeyoon Eo, Josephine Gahyun Lim, Hyunjung Lim, Yunsook Lim
Summary: This meta-analysis found that dietary vitamin E supplementation can attenuate exercise-induced muscle damage, especially when the supplementation is less than 500 IU.
Article
Plant Sciences
Marie Luyckx, Jean-Francois Hausman, Arnaud Isenborghs, Gea Guerriero, Stanley Lutts
Summary: Cd and Zn have different impacts on fiber development in hemp plants, with Cd reducing cellulose and lignin biosynthesis and Zn having an opposite effect on cellulose metabolism. Additionally, the presence of Si alters the regulation of specific proteins, influencing cell wall differentiation.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dale L. Ang, Mubasher Zahir Hoque, Md. Abir Hossain, Gea Guerriero, Roberto Berni, Jean-Francois Hausman, Saleem A. Bokhari, Wallace J. Bridge, Khawar Sohail Siddiqui
Summary: This study analyzed amino acid sequences and structures of chitinases from different temperature-adapted organisms using computational and molecular dynamics simulation methods. The more stable mesophilic and thermophilic chitinases were found to have fewer and/or shorter loops, oligomerization, and less flexible surface regions, while colder-adapted chitinases had longer and more flexible surface loops. No consistent trends were observed between stability and amino acid composition or structural features, indicating unique elements affecting stability in different chitinases.
Article
Plant Sciences
Vaishali Yadav, Namira Arif, Vijay Pratap Singh, Gea Guerriero, Roberto Berni, Suhas Shinde, Gaurav Raturi, Rupesh Deshmukh, Luisa M. Sandalio, Devendra Kumar Chauhan, Durgesh Kumar Tripathi
Summary: Histochemistry is a vital analytical tool in plant science for deciphering physiological processes, studying cell structures, and localizing biomolecules and organelles. It is also used to study plant responses to environmental stresses by detecting reactive oxygen species. Additionally, histochemical techniques allow for the identification of specific cell components and the in vivo localization of promoters in different tissues.
PLANT AND CELL PHYSIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Claudia Faleri, Xuan Xu, Lavinia Mareri, Jean-Francois Hausman, Giampiero Cai, Gea Guerriero
Summary: Stinging nettle is a multi-purpose plant with functional ingredients of medicinal interest in its leaves and roots, and valuable extraxylary fibers in its stems. The stem of nettle serves as a useful model for cell wall research, with differences in the occurrence and distribution of cell wall polysaccharides and proteins between young and older internodes, particularly evident in the bast fibers.
Editorial Material
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Durgesh Kumar Tripathi, Vasu Punj, Nand Kumar Singh, Gea Guerriero, Rupesh Deshmukh, Shivesh Sharma
JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Engineering, Environmental
Durgesh Kumar Tripathi, Vijay Pratap Singh, Parvaiz Ahmad, Gea Guerriero, Marek Vaculik, Francisco J. Corpas
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Christelle M. Andre, Gea Guerriero, Marc Lateur, Sophie Charton, Celine C. Leclercq, Jenny Renaut, Jean-Francois Hausman, Sylvain Legay
Summary: This study investigated the molecular events and gene expression changes associated with russeting in apple skin. Using metabolomics, proteomics, and transcriptomics data, the study revealed lower expression of cuticle biosynthesis genes and alteration of specialized metabolism pathways in russet apple. A lipid transfer protein was identified as a novel player in cuticle formation, and a diverse range of triterpene-hydroxycinnamates were found to accumulate in russeted tissues. This study enhances our understanding of the interaction between triterpene and suberin pathways.
Article
Plant Sciences
Luigi Parrotta, Claudia Faleri, Cecilia Del Casino, Lavinia Mareri, Iris Aloisi, Gea Guerriero, Jean-Francois Hausman, Stefano Del Duca, Giampiero Cai
Summary: This article investigates the association between callose synthase and cytoskeleton in the pollen tube. The study confirms this association and demonstrates colocalization using immunogold labeling. The results suggest that callose synthase interacts with microtubules and exerts its activity in cooperation with the microtubular cytoskeleton.
PLANT CELL REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marie Luyckx, Jean-Francois Hausman, Gea Guerriero, Stanley Lutts
Summary: Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) is a promising crop for non-food agricultural production on soils contaminated by moderate doses of heavy metals. Silicon, as a beneficial element, is reported to improve stressed plant behavior. This study found that applying silicon to Cannabis sativa plants reduced zinc absorption and alleviated zinc-induced membrane lipid peroxidation, while increasing total antioxidant activities.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marie Luyckx, Mathilde Blanquet, Arnaud Isenborghs, Gea Guerriero, Geraldine Bidar, Christophe Waterlot, Francis Douay, Stanley Lutts
Summary: Silicon application improves and preserves the mechanical properties of fibers in plants exposed to heavy metal stress. Silicon also increases the concentration of Cd in leaves by 27% and Zn in stems by 30%.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Xuan Xu, Gea Guerriero, Roberto Berni, Kjell Sergeant, Cedric Guignard, Audrey Lenouvel, Jean-Francois Hausman, Sylvain Legay
Summary: The present study aims to assess the role and function of MdMYB52 in the suberization process of apple skin. Through transcriptomic analysis, analytical chemistry, and microscopy, it was found that MdMYB52 is involved in the synthesis of suberin phenolic compounds and cell senescence. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the regulatory mechanisms in the suberization process of apple skin.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Roberto Berni, Celine C. Leclercq, Philippe Roux, Jean-Francois Hausman, Jenny Renaut, Gea Guerriero
Summary: In the last decade, the exploration of deep space has been a significant objective for many national space programs. The aim is to expand human presence in the solar system and accelerate innovation through exploration and knowledge. This study focuses on the molecular analysis of a representative plant, Lolium multiflorum Lam., grown on potting soil and a Mars regolith simulant. The results show changes in gene expression and proteomics, as well as physical and chemical modifications in the regolith simulant caused by the plant's growth. These findings provide valuable insights into the major factors influencing plant growth on Mars simulant.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Gea Guerriero, Flavia Maria Sutera, Jonas Hoffmann, Celine C. Leclercq, Sebastien Planchon, Roberto Berni, Jean-Francois Hausman, Jenny Renaut, Nissim Torabi-Pour, Holly Cherise Pennington, Mukhtar Ahmed, Michael Welsh, Ashkan Dehsorkhi, Suzanne Saffie-Siebert
Summary: This study investigated the use of nanoporous silicon-stabilized hybrid lipid nanoparticles as delivery systems for the flavonoid quercetin to protect tomato plants against salinity. The formulations, known as phyto-couriers, showed promising results in enhancing the crop's abiotic stress tolerance. They mitigated stress symptoms and upregulated proteins involved in cytoprotection and chromatin remodeling.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Annelie Gutsch, Roberto Berni, Jean-Francois Hausman, Flavia Maria Sutera, Ashkan Dehsorkhi, Nissim Torabi-Pour, Suzanne Saffie-Siebert, Gea Guerriero
Summary: This study investigates the use of silicon-stabilised hybrid lipid nanoparticles functionalised with quercetin to protect tobacco plants from biotic stress caused by Agrobacterium tumefaciens. The results show that this treatment can reduce the expression of certain genes, alleviate the stress on plants, and protect chloroplasts from the effects of stress.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Roberto Berni, Jean-Francois Hausman, Silas Villas-Boas, Gea Guerriero
Summary: Salinity negatively affects plant growth and development. Textile hemp shows salt stress sensitivity in a genotype- and developmental stage-dependent manner. In this study, the effects of a Pseudomonas isolate on salt-stressed hemp were investigated, and the application of both living and dead bacteria had impacts on root biomass and stress-related gene expression. These findings provide insights for future research on enhancing hemp's resilience to exogenous stresses through the use of Pseudomonas sp. SVB-B33 and silica.