Article
Plant Sciences
Dasom Choi, Jeong Hee Choi, Kee-Jai Park, Changhyun Kim, Jeong-Ho Lim, Dong-Hwan Kim
Summary: This study aimed to determine the effect of ethylene (ET) and 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) application on kiwifruit during storage, and to elucidate the molecular details of ET-mediated ripening process. Transcriptomic analysis revealed that ET and 1-MCP treatment had opposite effects on the target genes involved in kiwifruit ripening. Additionally, ET treatment rapidly triggered secondary metabolisms and amino acid biosynthesis in kiwifruit. This study provides important insights into the molecular details of ripening process in kiwifruit.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Chang Shu, Marisa M. Wall, Peter A. Follett, Nobuko Sugimoto, Jinhe Bai, Xiuxiu Sun
Summary: This study explored the effect of humidity-triggered controlled-release 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) sheets on the postharvest quality of papaya fruit. The results showed that 1-MCP treatment inhibited fruit softening, reduced weight loss and peel color deterioration without causing any physiological disorders. The 1.0-2.0 ppm 1-MCP-treated fruit received the highest score for papaya flavor and sweetness respectively and the lowest score for off-flavor. The humidity-triggered controlled-release 1-MCP sheets are effective and convenient, and they can serve as an important tool for regulating postharvest papaya ripening with economic benefits.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Wenhan Li, Ziyun Liu, Xuejin Li, Xihong Li
Summary: This study investigated the effects of 1-MCP combined with TPC treatment on cherry tomatoes during postharvest storage. The results showed that the combined treatment maintained the firmness and chemical composition of the tomatoes, and had positive effects on removing off-flavors and reducing accumulation of malondialdehyde. In addition, the combined treatment was more effective than single treatments in inhibiting respiration and ethylene production, maintaining ascorbic acid content, and sustaining the integrity of peel and pulp cell structure.
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Benjamin J. Wiseman, Robert E. Paull, Noa K. Lincoln, Marisa M. Wall
Summary: This study found that picking breadfruit at early harvest maturity can delay the process of fruit softening and skin discoloration, and treatment with 1-MCP can further delay the climacteric respiratory peak and complete softening of the fruit. Therefore, picking breadfruit at early maturity and using 1-MCP treatment are effective methods for improving the postharvest quality of breadfruit.
Article
Agronomy
Maria Celeste Ruiz-Aracil, Fabian Guillen, Mihaela Iasmina Madalina Ilea, Domingo Martinez-Romero, Jose Manuel Lorente-Mento, Juan Miguel Valverde
Summary: This study compared the effects of using 1-MCP and MT as postharvest treatments on kiwifruit quality. The results showed that both treatments were similarly effective in maintaining fruit quality and delaying ripening.
Article
Horticulture
Thabiso Kenneth Satekge, Lembe Samukelo Magwaza
Summary: The study found that the efficacy of 1-MCP treatment is influenced by fruit size, while the effect of ethephon + 1-MCP treatment is consistent across different sizes of fruit. Fruit size may contribute to the inconsistency of 1-MCP treatment, therefore it is important to treat fruit of similar sizes to achieve maximum benefits.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lin Bai, Liang Zhang, Jingyi Lv, Yingzhi Zhang, Mingyu Sun, Jingxin Chen, Yonghong Ge
Summary: The postharvest application of 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) can effectively delay the production of alcohol taste in ripening Nanguo pears by reducing ethylene production, delaying enzyme activity peaks, and maintaining fruit firmness.
JOURNAL OF FOOD BIOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Kazimierz Tomala, Dominika Guzek, Dominika Glabska, Maria Malachowska, Lukasz Widlak, Tomasz Krupa, Krystyna Gutkowska
Summary: This study analyzed the possibility of applying 1-MCP treatment in pre- and postharvest treatment for 'Red Jonaprince' apples. The results showed that postharvest 1-MCP treatment and combined preharvest and postharvest 1-MCP treatment protected the firmness and titratable acidity of the apples.
Article
Plant Sciences
Aung Htay Naing, Nay Myo Win, Swum Yi Kyu, In-Kyu Kang, Chang Kil Kim
Summary: This paper focuses on the role of 1-MCP in inhibiting ethylene action/perception and petal senescence in cut flowers, emphasizing the advantages of using nonvolatile and liquid 1-MCP formulation types.
HORTICULTURAL PLANT JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Claudio Ponce, Nathalie Kuhn, Macarena Arellano, Alson Time, Salvatore Multari, Stefan Martens, Esther Carrera, Boris Sagredo, Jose Manuel Donoso, Lee A. Meisel
Summary: The study revealed that different cherry cultivars exhibit cultivar-specific accumulation dynamics of phenolic compounds and plant hormones during fruit development, suggesting underlying differences in sweet cherry fruit color evolution. Early-maturing cultivar mainly accumulates phenolic compounds until the straw-yellow stage, while mid-maturing cultivar accumulates them mainly at the green stage. Differences in ABA and anthocyanin accumulation patterns were observed between the cultivars.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Horticulture
Huali Hu, Huanhuan Zhao, Leigang Zhang, Hongsheng Zhou, Pengxia Li
Summary: The study demonstrates that treatment with 1-MCP significantly extends the shelf life of cabbage, reduces postharvest deterioration, maintains health-promoting compounds, and inhibits nitrite accumulation. Additionally, 1-MCP inhibits ethylene production and respiration rate, delaying compound degradation.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2021)
Article
Horticulture
Jose J. N. Macedo, Alex G. Sanches, Marcela C. Rabelo, Monica M. A. Lopes, Valdineia S. Freitas, Amanda G. Silveira, Carlos F. H. Moura, Ebenezer O. Silva, Maria Izabel Gallao, Eneas Gomes-Filho, Elenilson G. Alves-Filho, Maria Raquel A. Miranda
Summary: This study investigated the effect of pulsed light treatment on acerola ripening physiology and quality. The results showed that pulsed light treatment reduced respiration and ethylene production, decreased weight loss, and increased firmness of acerola fruits. It also enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity and polyamine synthesis. Pulsed light treatment preserved the content of vitamin C and polyphenols, delayed the ripening process, and improved fruit quality.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Thabiso Kenneth Satekge, Lembe Samukelo Magwaza
Summary: This review discusses the factors that influence the efficacy of 1-MCP on climacteric fruits, such as fruit maturity, concentration, genotypes, storage temperature and atmospheres, packaging material and application timing. Additionally, current techniques used to mitigate the variability of 1-MCP are briefly described and discussed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FRUIT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Kazimierz Tomala, Dominika Guzek, Dominika Glabska, Maria Malachowska, Lukasz Widlak, Tomasz Krupa, Krystyna Gutkowska
Summary: Changing the harvesting time of apples to delayed harvesting may affect the quality of fruits and shelf life. This study evaluated the quality of 'Red Jonaprince' apples after delayed harvesting and 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) preharvest and postharvest treatment. It was found that applying 1-MCP both preharvest and postharvest can maintain the firmness and soluble solids content of apples during storage and shelf life.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Shuangfeng Guo, Tingting Li, Caie Wu, Gongjian Fan, Hanbo Wang, Dongbei Shen
Summary: The individual and combined MT and 1-MCP treatments had a positive impact on maintaining apricot fruit quality, delaying senescence, and enhancing antioxidant activity during cold storage. The treatments reduced fruit softening, rot, and weight loss by upregulating enzymatic and nonenzymatic antioxidants, and decreasing active oxygen content. 1-MCP was identified as the most effective method for delaying postharvest senescence in apricots.
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Christina Skodra, Michail Michailidis, Theodoros Moysiadis, George Stamatakis, Maria Ganopoulou, Ioannis-Dimosthenis S. Adamakis, Lefteris Angelis, Ioannis Ganopoulos, Georgia Tanou, Martina Samiotaki, Christos Bazakos, Athanassios Molassiotis
Summary: This study reveals the protective role of low-salt pre-exposure in olive trees under high salinity stress, and identifies the sugar regulation mechanisms and hormone signaling pathways involved. Additionally, proteogenomic analysis uncovers the differences between the transcriptome and proteome in response to salinity, as well as key protein post-translational modifications and interaction networks related to salt priming.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Anastasia Boutsika, Michail Michailidis, Maria Ganopoulou, Athanasios Dalakouras, Christina Skodra, Aliki Xanthopoulou, George Stamatakis, Martina Samiotaki, Georgia Tanou, Theodoros Moysiadis, Lefteris Angelis, Christos Bazakos, Athanassios Molassiotis, Rini Nianiou-Obeidat, Ifigeneia Mellidou, Ioannis Ganopoulos
Summary: The term terroir is widely used to link geographical characteristics with sensory characteristics of agricultural food products. Geographical indications labeling has been developed to ensure the quality of plant-derived food that is linked to a specific terroir and is considered to have superior sensory properties. However, understanding the molecular components and the contribution of microbiome to the terroir signature remains a challenge. In this study, we provide a comprehensive view of the multi-omic landscape related to the Naxos Protected Geographical Indication potatoes, including transcriptome, proteome, epigenome, and metagenome.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ippolyti Gkountenoudi-Eskitzi, Kali Kotsiou, Maria N. Irakli, Antonios Lazaridis, Costas G. Biliaderis, Athina Lazaridou
Summary: Fortifying gluten-free breads with a mixture of acorn flour and chickpea flour significantly improves their nutritional quality and antioxidant potential, while reducing glycemic responses. The inclusion of these flours enhances the concentrations of bioactive compounds and increases antioxidant activities in the breads. The addition of acorn flour also reduces glucose release and improves the glycemic index and load of the breads.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Michail Michailidis, Christos Bazakos, Marios Kollaros, Ioannis-Dimosthenis S. Adamakis, Ioannis Ganopoulos, Athanassios Molassiotis, Georgia Tanou
Summary: This study reveals the physiological, anatomical, metabolic, and transcriptomic impact of boron on early fruit growth and development in sweet cherry. Boron application during pre-flowering stage increased endogenous boron content, promoted fruit set and mesocarp cell enlargement, and led to accumulation of various sugars, alcohols, organic acids, and amino acids at different developmental stages. Transcriptomic analysis identified boron-responsive genes mainly involved in secondary metabolism, amino acid metabolism, calcium-binding, ribosome biogenesis, sugar homeostasis, and photosynthesis.
PHYSIOLOGIA PLANTARUM
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Christos Bazakos, Konstantinos G. Alexiou, Sebastian Ramos-Onsins, Georgios Koubouris, Nikolaos Tourvas, Aliki Xanthopoulou, Ifigeneia Mellidou, Theodoros Moysiadis, Ioanna-Theoni Vourlaki, Ioannis Metzidakis, Chrysi Sergentani, Ioanna Manolikaki, Michail Michailidis, Adamantia Pistikoudi, Alexios Polidoros, George Kostelenos, Filippos Aravanopoulos, Athanassios Molassiotis, Ioannis Ganopoulos
Summary: In this study, the most complete genomic variation map and comprehensive catalog of molecular variation to date for 89 olive tree genotypes originating from the entire Mediterranean basin were developed, revealing the genetic diversity of this commercially significant crop tree and explaining the divergence/similarity among different variants. Additionally, the potential origin or routes of olive tree domestication were characterized through the study of the monumental ancient tree 'Throuba Naxos'.
Article
Plant Sciences
Brendon M. Anthony, Jacqueline M. Chaparro, Jessica E. Prenni, Ioannis S. Minas
Summary: The manipulation of crop load in peach trees affects carbon supply and the balance between fruit yield and quality. This study assessed the impact of carbon supply on peach fruit quality at different development stages and found that carbon-sufficient fruit had higher quality attributes. The analysis of the fruit's secondary metabolite profile revealed that early metabolic shifts primed fruit quality at harvest, and the synthesis of flavonoids was facilitated by enhanced carbon availability.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kalliopi Kadoglidou, Catherine Cook, Anastasia Boutsika, Eirini Sarrou, Ifigeneia Mellidou, Christina Aidonidou, Ioannis Grigoriadis, Andrea Angeli, Stefan Martens, Vasiliki Georgiadou, Theodoros Moysiadis, Parthenopi Ralli, Ioannis Mylonas, Nikolaos Tourvas, Michail Michailidis, Apostolos Kalivas, Eleni Maloupa, Ioannis Ganopoulos, Aliki Xanthopoulou
Summary: Greek landraces of dill have distinct morphological, genetic, and chemical traits compared to modern commercial cultivars. Landraces have desirable characteristics such as taller height, larger umbels, and denser foliage. Genetic divergence exists between landraces and cultivars, but some gene flow may have occurred. Greek landraces of dill have potential for breeding programs to develop improved cultivars.
Article
Horticulture
Persefoni Maletsika, Vasiliki Liava, Eirini Sarrou, Vaia Styliani Titeli, Elpida Nasiopoulou, Stefan Martens, Evangelos Karagiannis, Katerina Grigoriadou, Athanassios Molassiotis, George D. Nanos
Summary: This study investigated the effect of pre-harvest foliar calcium application on fruit quality, primary metabolite profile, antioxidant activity, and phenolic compounds of the 'Lemonato' peach. The results showed that the different calcium treatments had no significant effect on the fruit quality characteristics of this peach variety. The response of fruit quality, metabolites, and phenolic compounds to organic calcium and calcium-silicate treatments varied among different orchards, suggesting the involvement of genetic or environmental factors.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
K. Zampouni, C. K. Mouzakitis, A. Lazaridou, T. Moschakis, E. Katsanidis
Summary: The preparation and properties of novel edible bigel systems based on olive oil oleogels structured with monoglycerides and hydrogels formed with gelatin or gelatin plus kappa-carrageenan were studied. The effect of hydrogel composition and oleogel/hydrogel ratio on physical and thermal properties of the bigels was examined. The results provide comprehensive information regarding the structure and functional properties of bigels with potential applications in foods.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chrysanthi Nouska, Magdalini Hatzikamari, Anthia Matsakidou, Costas G. Biliaderis, Athina Lazaridou
Summary: A traditional Greek sourdough fermented with chickpea flour was found to improve the quality of wheat bread, increasing volume, improving texture, and extending shelf life.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chrysanthi Nouska, Maria Irakli, Miltiadis Georgiou, Anastasia E. Lytou, Adriana Skendi, Elisavet Bouloumpasi, Paschalina Chatzopoulou, Costas G. Biliaderis, Athina Lazaridou
Summary: The influence of incorporating post-distillation solid wastes of aromatic plants into wheat breads was investigated. The SWAP breads had darker color, higher levels of terpenoids and phenolic compounds, and enhanced antioxidant capacity. However, the strong aroma from the fortified breads at 2% levels was not acceptable by consumers.
Article
Horticulture
Vaia Styliani Titeli, Michail Michailidis, Georgia Tanou, Athanassios Molassiotis
Summary: An experiment was conducted to evaluate the relationship between dry matter (DM) and soluble solids concentration (SSC) with acidity content and taste in fully ripened 'Hayward' kiwifruits. Nutrient content and metabolomic analysis were also performed to compare high taste scores (HTS) and low taste scores (LTS) kiwifruits. The results show that non-destructive measurement of DM can serve as an indicator for kiwifruit taste, and that taste is influenced by SSC and acidity. Furthermore, there are clear differences in nutrient content and primary metabolites between kiwifruits with HTS and LTS.
Article
Plant Sciences
A. Triantafyllou, N. Kamou, A. Papadopoulou, K. Leontidou, I. Mellidou, K. Karamanoli
Summary: Agrochemicals pose a major threat to human health and the environment, while Plant Growth Promoting Bacteria (PGPB) offer a potential alternative to increase crop yields and alleviate plant stress. This study evaluated rhizospheric and endophytic PGPB strains from a drought-tolerant tomato landrace as potential biocontrol agents. Results showed that 10 bacterial strains exhibited antifungal activity, while 8 strains produced ammonia and 5 strains produced hydrogen cyanide. The most effective strain, SAESo-E4, showed resistance to fungal infection in lettuce plants and induced defense-related and signaling pathways.
JOURNAL OF PLANT PATHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Vasileia Sereti, Kali Kotsiou, Costas G. Biliaderis, Athina Lazaridou
Summary: In biscuit production, substituting solid fats with barley flour emulsion gel can result in healthier and more acceptable products, depending on the level of fat replacement. This study found that a 50% fat substituted biscuit had similar properties and acceptability to the full-fat control biscuit.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Wanli You, Jinglin Zhang, Xueyin Ru, Feng Xu, Zhengguo Wu, Peng Jin, Yonghua Zheng, Shifeng Cao
Summary: This study investigated the effect of calcium chloride (CaCl2) treatment on GABA accumulation in fresh-cut cantaloupe and the underlying mechanisms. The results showed that CaCl2 treatment increased GABA content and the activities of GAD and SSADH enzymes, while reducing glutamate content and GABA-T activity. Additionally, CaCl2 treatment upregulated the expressions of CmCML11 and CmCAMTA5, as well as several GABA shunt genes, through the transcriptional activation by CmCAMTA5. Furthermore, the interaction between CmCML11 and CmCAMTA5 enhanced the transcriptional activation of GABA shunt genes. Overall, this study reveals that CaCl2 treatment promotes GABA accumulation in fresh-cut cantaloupe through the combined effect of CmCML11 and CmCAMTA5 in regulating the expressions of GABA shunt genes.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
Min Wang, Yupeng Wang, Xiaohui Wang, Guangwei Wei, Huiyi Yang, Xi Yang, Tinghai Shen, Huijie Qu, Sheng Fang, Ziming Wu
Summary: This study identified the high nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) black sesame variety 17-156 and analyzed its underlying physiological and molecular mechanisms. The results showed that 17-156 possesses a sophisticated nitrogen metabolizing machinery to uptake and assimilate higher quantities of inorganic nitrogen, simultaneously improving carbon metabolism and growth. Many important genes were up-regulated in 17-156 under high nitrogen condition. Additionally, 38 potential candidate genes were identified for future studies to improve sesame's NUE. These findings provide valuable resources for understanding the regulatory network of nitrogen metabolism and developing sesame cultivars with improved NUE.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
He Dong, Chongmei Xu, Chengtao Zhang, Li Zhang, Yaqin Yao, Suiqi Zhang
Summary: The study found that short cells in maize leaves not only improve leaf mechanical support and photosynthetic performance, enhance drought resistance, but also participate in stomatal regulation.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
Na Liu, Wenyan Shang, Mengxin Guan, Jibin Xiao, Guangxiang Tian, Baozhan Ma, Wenjing Shang, Xu Li, Shijia Zhao, Chuang Li, Kun Cheng, Wenming Zheng
Summary: This study cloned the full-length cDNA sequence of TaSPX3 gene in wheat and found that TaSPX3 responds to low phosphorus stress in multiple wheat genotypes. Overexpressing TaSPX3 can alleviate phosphorus deficiency symptoms and promote plant growth in Arabidopsis. The study also revealed the interaction of TaSPX3 with other genes related to the phosphorus starvation signaling pathway.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
Kongyuan Wu, Lizhen Wang, Zihan Wu, Ziqing Liu, Zengfei Li, Jun Shen, Shengjie Shi, Hong Liu, Christopher Rensing, Renwei Feng
Summary: Selenium (Se) can reduce uptake and translocation of cadmium (Cd) in plants by regulating root morphology. This study investigated the effects of Se(IV) on root exudates, root morphology, root endogenous hormones, and Cd uptake efficiency in rice under Cd stress. The results showed that Se(IV) significantly reduced Cd concentrations in shoots and roots, and decreased Cd uptake efficiency via root hairs. Se(IV) also affected root morphology, root exudates, and the synthesis of hormones like IAA and JA. However, transcriptome analysis revealed no upregulated differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in IAA synthesis.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
Di Wang, Huaifang Zhang, Xuefei Hu, Haizhen Zhang, Shuang Feng, Aimin Zhou
Summary: This study identified a cell number regulator gene called SlCNR8 in willow, which enhances resistance to trace metals in transgenic poplar seedlings. SlCNR8 reduces Cd uptake and accumulation, and can be used as a candidate gene for genetic improvement of phytostabilisation of trace metals.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2024)
