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Agronomy
Limei Yi, Zhixiao Dong, Yu Lei, Junming Zhao, Yanli Xiong, Jian Yang, Yi Xiong, Wenlong Gou, Xiao Ma
Summary: The study utilized SRAP markers to detect genetic variability and structure of 80 prairie grass accessions, finding that they can be grouped into five clusters with three genetic memberships identified. Additionally, a low genetic differentiation was discovered among the accessions, with the North America group showing the highest genetic diversity within clusters.
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Agricultural Engineering
Huasha Qi, Xiuxiu Sun, Chunmei Wang, Xuan Chen, Wuping Yan, Jiali Chen, Tengfei Xia, Hang Ye, Jing Yu, Jun Dai, Yeguang Chen, Daojun Zheng
Summary: By studying the genetic variation and differentiation of Camellia drupifera populations, it was found that there were significant genetic differences and geographical structure between the populations in Hainan Island and mainland China, which was mainly due to geographical isolation and island effects. The results showed low genetic diversity in the populations, with high genetic differentiation and limited gene exchange. STRUCTURE analysis revealed a single genetic background in the mainland populations compared to different genetic backgrounds in the Hainan Island populations. The haplotype network analysis indicated that H17 was the original haplotype in Hainan Island and the H41 haplotype played an important role in the expansion of C. drupifera from Hainan Island to mainland China. Overall, these findings suggest that C. drupifera originated in Hainan Island and expanded its range to mainland China, providing valuable insights for the conservation, development, and utilization of C. drupifera resources, as well as serving as an example of how geographical isolation and island effects can drive plant lineage differentiation.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
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Biology
Ashwini Prashant Benke, Ram Krishna, Vijay Mahajan, Waquar Akhter Ansari, Amar Jeet Gupta, Anil Khar, Poonam Shelke, A. Thangasamy, T. P. Ahammed Shabeer, Major Singh, Kiran P. Bhagat, Dalasanuru Chandregowda Manjunathagowda
Summary: The study utilized a heuristic core collection approach to select a core set of 46 garlic accessions from India, which showed a wide range of genetic diversity. This core set will be valuable for identifying high yielding elite garlic germplasm lines with specific traits for future genetic improvement.
SAUDI JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Mohammad M. Rahman, Ronald B. H. Wills, Michael C. Bowyer, Van Q. Vuong, John B. Golding, Timothy Kirkman, Penta Pristijono
Summary: The effectiveness of lemon myrtle essential oil in inhibiting Penicillium digitatum and preserving the quality of oranges was investigated. The results suggest that lemon myrtle essential oil has the potential to effectively inhibit fungal growth and protect oranges from fungal infection.
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Plant Sciences
Donya Shahbazian, Akbar Karami, Fatemeh Raouf Fard, Saeid Eshghi, Filippo Maggi
Summary: The current research measured variations in leaf essential oil compositions of 14 superior myrtle accessions originating in natural habitats of south Iran. The major compounds in the essential oil were identified, and the myrtle accessions were classified into four distinct chemotypes.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xiaoyun Wang, Wenlong Gou, Ting Wang, Yanli Xiong, Yi Xiong, Qingqing Yu, Zhixiao Dong, Xiao Ma, Nanqing Liu, Junming Zhao
Summary: The study investigated the genetic diversity and structure of 23 wild centipedegrass accessions using SRAP markers, finding significant genetic diversity and structure and a correlation between genetic distance and geographical distance.
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Agronomy
Khalef Al-Ghamedi, Ibrahim Alaraidh, Muhammad Afzal, Mosbah Mahdhi, Zarraq Al-Faifi, Mohammed D. Y. Oteef, Taieb Tounekti, Salem S. Alghamdi, Habib Khemira
Summary: The local coffee accessions in the southern regions of Saudi Arabia exhibit high genetic diversity, with some accessions showing significant genetic divergence. These divergent genotypes should be conserved for use in breeding programs to improve agronomic value and enhance environmental resilience.
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Chemistry, Applied
Lingdai Liu, Simon Swift, Cherie Tollemache, Janesha Perera, Paul A. Kilmartin
Summary: Films based on chitosan and Lemon Myrtle essential oil were prepared with dose-dependent fluorescent patterns. The films showed promising properties for multifunctional food packaging.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Yun-Fen Wang, Yang Zheng, Yin-Yue Cha, Yang Feng, Shao-Xing Dai, Sanjun Zhao, Hao Chen, Min Xu
Summary: Lemon myrtle leaves are used in folk medicine to treat various conditions. In this study, the essential oil of lemon myrtle showed anti-cancer activity and its mechanism was investigated.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Lixia Zhou, Rajesh Yarra, Hongxing Cao, Zhihao Zhao
Summary: Genetic diversity and population structure of 223 oil palm accessions collected from four provinces in China were analyzed using SRAP markers. The study revealed high polymorphism and categorized the accessions into three subpopulations. This information is valuable for molecular breeding research in oil palm populations in China.
TROPICAL PLANT BIOLOGY
(2021)
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Agricultural Engineering
Seyed Ali Moetamedipoor, Mohammad Jamal Saharkhiz, Ahmad Reza Khosravi, Abolfazl Jowkar
Summary: Mentha, an important aromatic plant in the Lamiaceae family, was studied for its essential oil yield and components in different regions of Iran. Gas chromatography analysis revealed the diverse composition of its essential oils, with each species consisting of 46-64 constituents. The study identified new constituents and highlighted the importance of understanding the genetic and proteomic levels of these mint species.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
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Engineering, Chemical
Daniela Cvitkovic, Patricija Lisica, Zoran Zoric, Sandra Pedisic, Maja Repajic, Verica Dragovic-Uzelac, Sandra Balbino
Summary: This study demonstrates that cryogrinding pretreatment can increase the recovery yield of essential oil, phenolics, and pigments from myrtle leaves and modulate their composition.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Qian Qiao, Meijing Ye, Chong Wu, Jiawei Wang, Qingzhong Liu, Jihan Tao, Lin Zhang, Zhen Feng
Summary: This study analyzed the leaf morphological variation and genetic diversity of Acer truncatum from different regions. The results showed significant differences in leaf size among provenances, which were correlated with the geographical environment. Leaf morphology mainly varied in petioles, leaf width, and leaf length. A. truncatum exhibited high genetic variation and rich genetic diversity at the species level. There were differences in genetic diversity among the provenances, and genetic similarity coefficients were not correlated with geographic distance.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Khadija Bakhy, Touria Belhachmi, Tarik Benabdelouahab, Felix Tomi, Joseph Casanova, Mathieu Paoli
Summary: Thirty-three oil samples from Myrtus communis L. harvested in different localities were analyzed using chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. Statistical analysis and cluster analysis identified four sub-groups based on the main components' contents.
CHEMISTRY & BIODIVERSITY
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Xi Chen, Suping Gao, Ping Shen, Yingqi Liu, Ting Lei, Lisha Shi, Wenji Li, Yurong Li, Xiaofang Yu, Lijuan Yang, Jiani Li
Summary: This study evaluated the genetic diversity and correlation among 85 hybrids of Plumbago auriculata and Plumbago auriculata f. alba using horticultural traits and molecular markers. Seven factors explained 65.171% of the total variance, with leaf morphology and flower morphology as the first two factors. The study provided intermediate materials for future breeding programs.
ACTA PHYSIOLOGIAE PLANTARUM
(2021)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)