Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yue Song, Hui An, Ming Wang, Mingwu Cao, Qiuying Pang, Xiufeng Yan
Summary: Salt stress significantly inhibited cell proliferation and decreased relative cellular activity in Jerusalem artichoke suspension cells. Soluble sugar, proline, H2O2, and malondialdehyde content were affected by salt stress. Proteomic analysis revealed a total of 313 upregulated proteins and 365 downregulated proteins after salt stress. These proteins were involved in cell division, water balance reconstruction, ROS scavenging, ribosome and protein biogenesis, and carbohydrate metabolism. Salt stress affects protein synthesis, cell division, and the expression of proteins related to ROS control and metabolic homeostasis in Jerusalem artichoke cell culture.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Papawee Saiki, Mizuki Yoshihara, Yasuhiro Kawano, Hitoshi Miyazaki, Koyomi Miyazaki
Summary: The study identified a bioactive compound called heliangin from Jerusalem artichoke leaves that has anti-inflammatory properties and may prevent the development of atherosclerosis. Heliangin inhibited excessive nitric oxide production in macrophages and suppressed the expression of factors associated with the development of atherosclerosis in vascular endothelial cells through the NF-kappa B signaling pathway.
Review
Horticulture
Angela Mendez-Yanez, Patricio Ramos, Luis Morales-Quintana
Summary: Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food - Hippocrates. Jerusalem artichoke, a superfood, has numerous health benefits for the digestive, gastrointestinal, and dermatological systems. It is suitable for patients with diabetes and those following a low-carbohydrate diet, but its global awareness is currently lacking.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mengliang Zhao, Yanjing Ren, Zheng Li
Summary: This study identified differentially expressed genes in Jerusalem artichoke seedlings under drought stress, analyzed their roles in metabolic pathways, and conducted a transcription factor analysis focusing on NAC, MYB, WRKY, HD-ZIP, and bZIP. The findings suggest that transcription factors may regulate structural genes expression level in metabolic pathways to respond to drought stress and accumulate related metabolites.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Kun Yan, Huimin Mei, Xiaoyan Dong, Shiwei Zhou, Jinxin Cui, Yanhong Sun
Summary: Jerusalem artichoke showed vulnerabilities in both PSII and PSI under salt stress. The inactivation of PSII, a passive consequence of PSI photoinhibition, hardly helped protect PSI.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gabriela Maria Cornescu, Tatiana Dumitra Panaite, Cristina Soica, Ana Cismileanu, Cristina Camelia Matache
Summary: In recent years, there has been increasing attention on incorporating alternative functional feed ingredients in monogastric diets. Jerusalem artichoke has emerged as a promising candidate due to its nutritional composition and potential health benefits. This review investigates the potential utilization of Jerusalem artichoke in monogastric diets and its impact on productive performance parameters. The study reveals the prebiotic effects of Jerusalem artichoke on monogastric gut microbiota and its implications for gut health and reduction in pathogenic bacteria.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mengliang Zhao, Yanjing Ren, Wei Wei, Jiaming Yang, Qiwen Zhong, Zheng Li
Summary: Jerusalem artichokes, a perennial crop with high drought tolerance and value, have been studied for their metabolomic response to drought stress using ultra-performance liquid chromatography and tandem mass spectrometry. The study identified differential metabolites involved in secondary metabolism and amino acid biosynthesis, providing insights for breeding drought-resistant varieties.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Li Zhang, Wei Liu, Jiahong Ji, Lina Deng, Qian Feng, Wujian Shi, Jian Gao
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of different methods on enzyme inactivation in Jerusalem artichoke pickles, finding that a combination of NaCl and ultrasound showed better results in reducing enzyme activity and maintaining inulin content. Additionally, the dominant microorganisms isolated from the culture were identified as Enterococcus faecalis and the salt-tolerant yeast Meyerozyma guilliermondii.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Agronomy
Vasiliki Liava, Anestis Karkanis, Nicholaos Danalatos, Nikolaos Tsiropoulos
Summary: The Jerusalem artichoke is a perennial weed cultivated for bioethanol production or pharmaceutical purposes. Factors such as cultivation practices, weed management, fertilization, irrigation, genotypes, and harvest time all play a role in determining tuber yield and quality.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ranjith Kumar Bakku, Ravi Gupta, Cheol-Woo Min, Sun-Tae Kim, Genboku Takahashi, Junko Shibato, Seiji Shioda, Fumiko Takenoya, Ganesh Kumar Agrawal, Randeep Rakwal
Summary: This research employed high-throughput proteomics technique to investigate the tuber proteome of Jerusalem artichoke, a plant known for its medicinal properties. By extracting and analyzing proteins from commercially processed tuber products, the study provided a comprehensive protein list for Jerusalem artichoke tuber and discussed the associations between these proteins and health and disease regulatory metabolism.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Anastasia A. Rushchitc, Elena I. Shcherbakova, Sobhy A. El-Sohaimy
Summary: Jerusalem artichoke powder can be used as a fortification ingredient in dumpling dough, providing rich fiber and inulin content that positively impact the physicochemical and sensory properties of the product. Adding up to 7.5% Jerusalem artichoke powder improves the quality and is preferred by consumers.
ANNALS OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Barbara Sawicka, Honorata Danilcenko, Elvyra Jariene, Dominika Skiba, Leszek Rachon, Piotr Barbas, Piotr Pszczolkowski
Summary: The study aimed to assess the nutritional value of Jerusalem artichoke tubers grown in organic farming systems in Poland and Lithuania. Due to edaphic factors, the composition of the tubers differed between the two locations.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Clara Trullas, Mariya Sewaka, Channarong Rodkhum, Nantarika Chansue, Surintorn Boonanuntanasarn, Manoj Tukaram Kamble, Nopadon Pirarat
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a Jerusalem artichoke-supplemented diet on the blood chemistry, growth performance, intestinal morphology, expression of antioxidant-related genes, and disease resistance against Aeromonas veronii challenge in juvenile red tilapia. The results showed that the JA-supplemented diets had beneficial effects on the growth performance, blood chemistry, and intestinal morphology. Moreover, the prebiotic diets increased the expression of antioxidant-related genes and enhanced disease resistance against A. veronii in red tilapia. Therefore, Jerusalem artichoke could be used as a promising prebiotic for sustainable red tilapia farming.
Article
Agronomy
Bozena Bogucka, Agnieszka Pszczolkowska, Adam Okorski, Krzysztof Jankowski
Summary: This study investigated the effects of potassium fertilization and irrigation on the yield and health status of Jerusalem artichoke cultivars. The Topstar cultivar exhibited the highest tuber and above-ground biomass yields. Fungal pathogen colonization differed among cultivars and treatments, with Fusarium fungi being less prevalent in irrigated plots and Alternaria more prevalent in non-irrigated plots.
Article
Agronomy
Jadwiga Wierzbowska, Bozena Cwalina-Ambroziak, Bozena Bogucka
Summary: Jerusalem artichoke serves as a valuable source of biomass for renewable energy and biofuel production in many countries. This study evaluated the impact of nitrogen fertilization on tuber yield and macronutrient concentrations in Jerusalem artichoke. The results showed that the cultivar Gute Gelbe had the highest tuber and aerial biomass yield when fertilized with 120 kg N ha(-1), demonstrating a significant response to nitrogen fertilization.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Theerawat Patjana, Phongphan Jantaharn, Praewpan Katrun, Wiyada Mongkolthanaruk, Nuttika Suwannasai, Thanaset Senawong, Sarawut Tontapha, Vittaya Amornkitbumrung, Sirirath McCloskey
Summary: The ongoing search for anti-cancer agents from microorganisms led to the isolation of four new compounds and eleven known compounds from Xylaria sp. SWUF09-62 fungus. Among them, compounds 2 and 4 showed potential chemo-prevention and chemo-therapeutic properties, as well as anti-inflammatory effects and cytotoxicity against certain cancer cells.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Phongphan Jantaharn, Wiyada Mongkolthanaruk, Nuttika Suwannasai, Thanaset Senawong, Jaursup Boonmak, Sujittra Youngme, Sirirath McCloskey
Summary: A new oxa-bridged seven-membered ring analog, hypoxylonone, and thirteen known compounds were isolated from fungus Hypoxylon cf. subgilvum SWUF15-004. Compound 1 exhibited weak inhibitory effects of nitric oxide production, while compounds 8 and 9 showed slight cytotoxicity.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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
(2024)
Article
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
(2024)
Article
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
(2024)
Article
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)
Article
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)