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Plant Sciences
Maja Jukic Spika, Gvozden Dumicic, Karolina Brkic Bubola, Barbara Soldo, Smiljana Goreta Ban, Gabriela Vuletin Selak, Ivica Ljubenkov, Marija Mandusic, Katja Zanic
Summary: The study demonstrates the possibility of altering the composition of volatile aroma compounds and sensory properties of tomato fruits through grafting techniques, showing that different scion and rootstock combinations can have varying effects on fruit quality.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Marcell Toth, Timea Kaszab, Aniko Meretei
Summary: The need for better quality gluten-free bread is increasing, and this study found that some commercially available gluten-free bread products have significantly improved in texture and sensory attributes.
EUROPEAN FOOD RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Gabriela Haraf, Janina Woloszyn, Andrzej Okruszek, Monika Werenska
Summary: The study aimed to determine the technological and sensory properties of the breast and thigh muscles of geese from different native varieties in Poland. The results showed that thigh muscles of southern varieties had higher pH24, water-binding capacity, water-holding capacity, cooking losses, and roasting losses, while northern varieties had higher lipid content. The darkest raw muscle color was found in the northern varieties, and the lightest in the southern varieties. The northern varieties also had better usability for processing and culinary purposes, with higher tenderness and juiciness.
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Plant Sciences
Muhammad Mohsin Kaleem, Muhammad Azher Nawaz, Xiaochen Ding, Suying Wen, Fareeha Shireen, Jintao Cheng, Zhilong Bie
Summary: This study investigated the sensory fruit quality of grafted melon fruits using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and metabonomic analysis. The results showed that melon fruits grafted onto Tianzhen No. 1 rootstock exhibited better sensory characteristics and higher soluble sugars content, making it suitable for commercial cultivation of Yuniang melons.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ecenur Sahin, Erenay Erem, Melihanur Guzey, Minem Sena Kesen, Necattin Cihat Icyer, Duygu Ozmen, Omer Said Toker, Hulya Cakmak
Summary: This study evaluated the use of melon seeds as a source for producing spreadable butter, investigating the impact of adding sugar, glucose, and honey on the texture of the butter. Analysis of the butter samples indicated that Sugar(10) is the most suitable for the production of melon butter.
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Johanna Andersson, Gonzalo Garrido-Banuelos, Marion Bergdoll, Francisco Vilaplana, Carolin Menzel, Mihaela Mihnea, Patricia Lopez-Sanchez
Summary: The study found that steaming and boiling have different effects on the microstructure and mechanical properties of different root vegetables, with steaming more likely to cause cell shrinkage and loss of cell adhesion, making the vegetables softer, and more popular in terms of taste and flavor attributes.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Damodar Dhakal, Tayyaba Younas, Ram Prasad Bhusal, Lavaraj Devkota, Christiani Jeyakumar Henry, Sushil Dhital
Summary: Consumer interest in plant-based yoghurt mimic (PBYM) has increased due to its health benefits and lower environmental impact. However, developing PBYM with desirable properties has been challenging due to the lack of design rules. This study comprehensively reviews the evaluation of PBYM raw materials, operations, and techniques used in its formulation and discusses ways to mitigate drawbacks. The physical and sensory properties of PBYM are largely determined by the unit operations and type of plant-based milk used in the formulation.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shahzad Hussain, Mohamed Saleh Alamri, Abdellatif A. Mohamed, Mohamed Abdrabo Ibraheem, Akram A. Abdo Qasem, Ghalia Shamlan, Ibrahim A. Ababtain
Summary: The addition of acacia and cactus gums in cookie production influenced pasting, dough development, and extensibility, as well as the appearance and texture of the cookies. Higher levels of gums can improve cookie hardness and soluble fiber content without compromising their overall acceptability.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Nelum Pematilleke, Mandeep Kaur, Benu Adhikari, Peter J. Torley
Summary: This study evaluated and compared texture changes in beef semitendinosus muscles during cooking using sensory panelists and instrumental texture profile analysis. Results showed that increased cooking temperature and time significantly increased hardness, chewiness, and cook loss of beef while decreasing adhesiveness and juiciness. The texture profile analyzer may have the potential to replace sensory analysis for hardness, chewiness, and adhesiveness, but further research is needed to address cohesiveness and springiness.
JOURNAL OF TEXTURE STUDIES
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
S. Oliveira, I. Sousa, A. Raymundo
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of Chlorella vulgaris additions on the printability of cereal-based doughs. The results showed that lower levels of C. vulgaris incorporation led to doughs with lower texture and rheology properties, resulting in more accurate printed structures. Additionally, increasing additions of C. vulgaris produced darker doughs, while lower levels of incorporation improved the overall appreciation of the snack. Furthermore, subtle sensory attributes had a positive impact on overall appreciation.
ALGAL RESEARCH-BIOMASS BIOFUELS AND BIOPRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Peipei Zhao, Chang Liu, Shuang Qiu, Kai Chen, Yingxiang Wang, Caiyun Hou, Rui Huang, Jingming Li
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different base liquor treatments on the physicochemical characteristics and aroma composition of greengage wine. The results showed that the high-alcohol group had the darkest colors, while the sake group had the highest citric acid content. Greengage wine steeped in 50% edible alcohol had more terpenes, higher concentration of acid-lipid compounds, and more intense aroma compared to the low-alcohol group. Sensory evaluation results revealed distinct alcoholic flavor in the greengage wine treated with baijiu, while almond flavors were more intense in the greengage wine treated with 15% edible alcohol.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Abdulkerim Diler, Mete Yanar, Veysel Fatih Ozdemir, Recep Aydin, Ozgur Kaynar, Valiollah Palangi, Maximilian Lackner, Ridvan Kocyigit
Summary: This study investigated the effects of slaughter age, muscle type, and fat deposits on the characteristics and composition of Holstein Friesian bull meat. The results showed that increasing slaughter age resulted in lower crude protein content, tenderness scores, and desirable fatty acid composition in the meat. Older bulls had less healthy meat compared to younger bulls. Muscle type and fat deposits also played a role in the textural characteristics and fatty acid profile of the meat.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Maria Elizabeth Aleman-Huerta, Brenda A. Castillo-Cazares, Julia Mariana Marquez-Reyes, Juan G. Baez-Gonzalez, Isela Quintero-Zapata, Fatima Lizeth Gandarilla-Pacheco, Erick de Jesus de Luna-Santillana, Mayra Z. Trevino-Garza
Summary: This research investigates the effects of different proportions of wheat flour and mesquite flour on muffin-type bakery products. The study reveals that the increase in mesquite flour concentration does not significantly impact water activity, but does affect the sensory properties and texture of the products. Among the different proportions tested, WFMF50:50 shows the most pronounced changes. Additionally, the WFMF75:25 treatment provides higher protein and fiber content, and lower fat content.
Article
Agronomy
Jing Zhang, Jun Wang, Dongdong Du, Chengyu Zheng, Yongwei Wang, Changjie Han
Summary: Quality evaluation is crucial for the acceptability of Chinese cabbage, and this study proposes a non-destructive technique, the compactness index, for quantitative texture measurement. The compactness measurement system achieves superior performance with optimized parameters, and the results correlate well with density and vibration parameters.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
David Mastrascusa, Patricia Vazquez-Villegas, Jose Ignacio Huertas, Esther Perez-Carrillo, Roberto Nevarez
Summary: This study identified the relevant physic characteristics of pizzas and established instrumental methods to evaluate their quality and acceptability. Different oven technologies were used to produce well-accepted pizzas, with the proposed method sensitive enough to detect quality differences. However, these variations were not recognized by non-trained panelists in the sensory test conducted.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-MYSORE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Andrea Giordano, Miguel Santo Domingo, Leandro Quadrana, Marta Pujol, Ana Montserrat Martin-Hernandez, Jordi Garcia-Mas
Summary: Knockout mutants of ROS1 and CTR1-like genes in melon accelerate fruit ripening, and the DNA demethylase ROS1 plays an important role in the hypomethylation of key ripening genes.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Anna Gomis-Bellmunt, Anna Claret, Anna Puig-Pujol, Francisco Jose Perez-Elortondo, Luis Guerrero
Summary: The aim of this study was to develop a sensory profile for taste and mouthfeel descriptors of PDO wines in Catalonia, Spain, in order to advance the harmonization of official sensory analysis of wines. The use of this tool allows certification and control authorities to verify compliance with specifications based on objectively evaluated results.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ricard Bou, Luis Guerrero, Marilo Lopez, Anna Claret, Laura Lopez-Mas, Massimo Castellari
Summary: Marination is commonly used to preserve fish, and combining it with non-thermal technologies like vacuum impregnation and high hydrostatic pressure can help extend shelf life and preserve freshness. In this study, the effects of vacuum impregnation alone or in combination with pressurization on the physicochemical properties, microbiological and oxidative stability, and sensory properties of refrigerated seabream fillets were evaluated. Vacuum impregnation alone had little effect, except for a higher perception of lemon aroma. However, vacuum impregnation with pressurization significantly reduced bacterial counts and affected color and texture compared to conventional marination, but had minimal impact on sensory properties.
FOOD AND BIOPROCESS TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Adriano Profeta, Ulrich Enneking, Anna Claret, Luis Guerrero, Volker Heinz
Summary: Based on qualitative focus groups with consumers, this paper analyzes consumer acceptance, preferences, and attitudes towards camel milk. The findings suggest that consumers buy camel milk primarily for its promised health benefits and are willing to pay a higher price for it. Further research is needed to improve the sensory quality of camel milk and develop more camel milk products, as well as optimize the production parameters and standardization of camel milk yogurt.
Editorial Material
Food Science & Technology
Begona Panea, Francisco Javier Mesias, Luis Guerrero
Article
Food Science & Technology
Oxana Lazo, Luis Guerrero, Sergio Erick Garcia-Barron
Summary: This study conducted a survey on 400 mezcal consumers in Mexico to understand how they conceptualize mezcal. The results revealed four different clusters of mezcal consumers, including a social and involved segment that associated the beverage with traditional and food-related activities, a price-quality fixed segment that emphasized the product's handcraft process, uninvolved consumers who were not linked to specific terms, and uninformed and unaware consumers who had mainly negative product connotations.
Article
Plant Sciences
Miguel Santo Domingo, Carlos Mayobre, Lara Pereira, Jason Argyris, Laura Valverde, Ana Montserrat Martin-Hernandez, Jordi Garcia-Mas, Marta Pujol
Summary: This study explores the fruit morphology and ripening characteristics of melon using an introgression line population, revealing multiple QTLs that affect fruit traits. The research also confirms the location of previously reported QTLs and identifies newly detected QTLs.
Article
Fisheries
Laura Lopez-Mas, Anna Claret, Gaelle Arvisenet, Roser Romero del Castillo, Zein Kallas, Massimo Zuccaro, Luis Guerrero
Summary: Research shows that consumers have a more negative perception of farmed fish compared to wild fish in terms of sustainability. European consumers generally perceive farmed fish as more sustainable, providing environmental benefits and generating employment, while wild fish is seen as ensuring animal welfare and being more organic.
AQUACULTURE INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Review
Plant Sciences
Marta Pujol, Jordi Garcia-Mas
Summary: Tomato and strawberry are classic model species for studying climacteric and non-climacteric fruit ripening, while melon has emerged as an alternative model due to the presence of both climacteric and non-climacteric cultivars. Genetic studies have identified several quantitative trait loci that regulate climacteric fruit ripening in melon, and their combination in different genetic backgrounds has shown that the climacteric response can be genetically modulated. This review discusses the physiological changes observed during melon climacteric fruit ripening and their complex genetic control.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Fabio Fanari, Josep Comaposada, Fatma Boukid, Elia Climent, Anna Claret Coma, Luis Guerrero, Massimo Castellari
Summary: Microalgae such as Spirulina and Chlorella Vulgaris, containing high-quality proteins and essential bioactive compounds, were incorporated into energy bars in this study. The addition of microalgae improved the nutritional content and sensory characteristics of the bars.
JOURNAL OF FUNCTIONAL FOODS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Guoli Li, Lingli Tang, Yuhua He, Yongyang Xu, Abdelhafid Bendahmane, Jordi Garcia-Mas, Tao Lin, Guangwei Zhao
Summary: This study presents the genome assembly of a semi-wild melon variety, which provides valuable genetic resources for future melon breeding research. Comparative genome analysis reveals structural variants between different melon genomes and identifies a candidate gene controlling the biosynthesis of abscisic acid. Genome-wide association studies detect a significant signal associated with climacteric ripening.
HORTICULTURE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Noelia Dos-Santos, Maria C. Bueso, Aurora Diaz, Eduard Moreno, Jordi Garcia-Mas, Antonio J. J. Monforte, Juan Pablo Fernandez-Trujillo
Summary: The effect of QTL ETHQB3.5 on fruit VOC composition in climacteric ripening was studied using NILs with overlapping introgressions from the Korean accession PI 16375. The study found that VOC composition and climacteric ripening are co-segregated, indicating a pleiotropic effect of ETHQB3.5. Additionally, other genes controlling non-climacteric ripening VOCs were identified.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Martina Magnani, Anna Claret, Enric Gisbert, Luis Guerrero, Rifat Ullah Khan, Shabana Naz
Summary: This research compared the effects of different levels of yellow mealworm beetle larvae meal in feed on the sensory quality of rainbow trout fillets and assessed the acceptability of this protein source to consumers. The findings showed that adding yellow mealworm beetle larvae meal did not affect the sensory quality of the trout fillets, but consumers still had some level of rejection towards this alternative protein.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Anthony Torres, Christopher Pauli, Robert Givens, Jason Argyris, Keith Allen, Amparo Monfort, Reginald J. Gaudino
Summary: Cannabis sativa is a dioecious angiosperm with sexual developmental plasticity. MADC2 is a genetic marker associated with male flower formation. This study demonstrated a high-throughput genotyping assay for male identification in Cannabis, showing potential for use in breeding and industrial applications.
JOURNAL OF CANNABIS RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Peng Jia, Rui Yan, Yuan Wang, Feng-huan Gao, Yang Liu, Qing-long Dong, Hao-an Luan, Xue-mei Zhang, Han Li, Su-ping Guo, Guo-hui Qi
Summary: The KNOX gene plays crucial roles in plant development, and this study identified 19 KNOX gene members in kiwifruit. One of the genes, AcKNOX11, is selectively expressed in flower buds and shoots, and its expression can be induced by ABA and melatonin. Functional analysis revealed that AcKNOX11 delays flowering, reduces plant height, alters leaf shape, and inhibits seed germination through ABA-melatonin interaction.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Dan Hua, Wen-Shu Chen, Rong-Yu Rao, Xu-Feng Chen, Huan-Huan Chen, Ning-Wei Lai, Lin-Tong Yang, Xin Ye, Li -Song Chen
Summary: This study revealed that nitrogen deficiency can lead to increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and methylglyoxal (MG), but also enhances the ability of leaves and roots to detoxify these molecules. The effects of nitrogen deficiency on ROS and MG generation and their detoxification systems were found to be different in leaves and roots, with roots being more affected.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Shenghan Yang, Chonlong Chio, Wensheng Qin, Yanxi Pei, Guangpeng Pei, Yuen Zhu, Hua Li
Summary: This study evaluates the immobilization and deactivation of pathogen-produced enzymes and toxic metabolites by biochar in tomato Fusarium wilt and finds that biochar can effectively prevent disease occurrence.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Deborah Pagliaccia, Michelle Ortiz, Michael Rodriguez, Sophia Abbott, Agustina De Francesco, Madison Amador, Valeria Lavagi, Benjamin Maki, Francesca Hopkins, Jonathan Kaplan, Samantha Ying, Georgios Vidalakis
Summary: This study investigates the effectiveness of organic soil amendments (bokashi, biochar, and their combination) in promoting soil health, nutrient availability, and plant growth. The results show that these amendments can significantly alter soil parameters and have positive effects on soil and plant health.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Yu-Jeong Kwon, Min Jeong Hong, Minkyu Park, Dawon Jeon, Gah-Hyun Lim, Sungyul Chang, Dong-Hwan Kim, Jin-Baek Kim, Jundae Lee, Yeong Deuk Jo
Summary: Flowing LOCUS T (FT)-like genes play crucial roles in flowering induction in plants. Pepper FT-like genes are mostly expressed in leaves and interact with FLOWERING LOCUS D, promoting or delaying flowering. The unique evolutionary process of pepper FT-like genes provides insights for improving productivity.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Ziwen Su, Juan Yan, Binbin Zhang, Meng Sun, Zhixiang Cai, Zhijun Shen, Ruijuan Ma, Mingliang Yu
Summary: Bagging is a crucial cultivation measure that affects the quality of peach fruit by regulating exposure to light. This study investigated the effects of bagging on the content of phenolic compounds in peach fruit and identified the most sensitive compounds to bagging treatment. The study also explored the regulatory role of bagging on phenolic synthetic-related genes. The results showed that bagging affected the accumulation of different phenolics in different peach cultivars and light intensity played a significant role in the accumulation of anthocyanins and other phenolic substances in peach fruit. Additionally, the expression of structural genes and transcription factors related to phenolic synthesis was regulated by bagging and light conditions. These findings provide a foundation for understanding the regulation mechanism of light on the synthesis of phenolic compounds in peach fruit.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Yanfang Zhang, Xinzhi Cui, Zhilei Du, Xiulian Li, Bangdi Liu, Meng Liu, Xiangquan Zeng, Fengjun Guo, Xinguang Fan, Shuyang Sun
Summary: In this study, melatonin treatment effectively improved the aroma quality of apricots during low temperature storage by maintaining firmness and soluble solids content, inhibiting ethylene production, and regulating enzyme activities related to aroma synthesis.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Sang-Mo Kang, Shifa Shaffique, Md. Injamum-Ul-Hoque, Sarah Owdah Alomrani, Yong-Sung Park, In-Jung Lee
Summary: Salinity is a global environmental problem that affects the physiology and morphology of plants. Melatonin has been found to improve photosynthesis, antioxidant activities, and seedling characteristics in milk thistle plants exposed to salinity stress, thereby enhancing their salt tolerance.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Nadia Borgini, Haifa Benmoussa, Mohamed Ghrab, Mehdi Ben Mimoun
Summary: This study investigates the agroclimatic requirements of Prunus species cultivars growing in warm areas using Partial Least Squares regression. The findings reveal that the chilling and heat requirements of the cultivars appear discontinuous, with overlaps or transition periods between the two phases. The warm mean temperatures occurring during the chilling period are the main determinant of the flowering of the studied cultivars.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Review
Horticulture
Kayise Hypercia Maseko, Thierry Regnier, Belinda Meiring, Obiro Cuthbert Wokadala, Tonna Ashim Anyasi
Summary: Bananas are a significant tropical fruit with diverse cultivars, providing essential minerals, vitamins, and phytochemicals. The Cavendish group is preferred, but identifying suitable cultivars and maturity stages is crucial for various applications.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Godfrey Ouma, Joshua Wanyama, Isa Kabenge, Joseph Jjagwe, Mukulu Diana, John Muyonga
Summary: Irrigation plays a crucial role in increasing eggplant yields amidst climate change, but the deficit irrigation level for optimal growth remains uncertain. This study examined the effect of deficit drip irrigation on eggplant performance and found that irrigating at 75% field capacity maximizes yield and water saving in sandy clay loam soil.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Andrea Marcone, Giorgio Impollonia, Michele Croci, Henri Blandinieres, Stefano Amaducci
Summary: This study used Sentinel-2 satellite images to estimate biophysical and biochemical parameters of spinach crops and found that canopy-level parameters were estimated more accurately. The estimation of the canopy-scale parameter AGB using MCARI showed the highest accuracy, while the estimation of the leaf-scale parameter LCC using NDWI showed the lowest accuracy. At the field scale, the validation results for AGB estimation using SR were the best.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Chengsheng Gong, Guangjun Guo, Baogui Pan, Changzhou Gao, Xianwei Zhu, Shubin Wang, Jinbing Liu, Weiping Diao
Summary: This study investigated the role of key cytokines and metabolic factors in the formation of plant-type traits in pepper. Through integrated analysis of RNA-seq and metabolite determination, the study identified the low content of gibberellin and high content of auxin as important factors causing plant dwarfing, and jasmonic acid as a metabolic factor affecting branch traits. A total of 131 candidate genes involved in metabolite synthesis and the formation of plant-type traits were identified.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Yue Ma, Jia-Chen Hu, Yang Yu, Xin Cheng, Yan-Li Du, Qiang Zhao, Ji-Dao Du
Summary: Cadmium and drought stress significantly inhibited the growth of adzuki bean seedling plants, with the combined stress showing the highest degree of inhibition. Cd+D treatment reduced Cd accumulation in adzuki bean seedling roots. The treatment altered antioxidant enzyme activities and cell cycle phases in the roots, leading to changes in reactive oxygen species content.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Lucette Adet, Danae M. A. Rozendaal, Arthur Tapi, Pieter A. Zuidema, Philippe Vaast, Niels P. R. Anten
Summary: This study investigated the effects of water stress on cocoa trees and found that they are highly sensitive to water stress, with different genotypes exhibiting varied responses. Potassium application did not mitigate the negative effects of water stress. There was significant variation among genotypes in terms of leaf and crown traits, and positive interactions between genotype and irrigation were observed. These findings provide insights into the acclimation strategies of cocoa trees and can be useful for selecting drought-tolerant genotypes.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
