Editorial Material
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Christian Siadjeu, Boas Pucker
Summary: Recent advancements in plant genomics have allowed for a thorough exploration of the medicinal capabilities of plants by analyzing their gene repertoire. Comparative genomics and integration of transcriptomic data can reveal genes involved in biosynthesis pathways. Data-driven discovery of specialized metabolites has the potential to expedite research in this field.
Review
Plant Sciences
Daniel Raus de Baviera, Antonio Ruiz-Canales, Enrique Barrajon-Catalan
Summary: Cistus albidus L. is a medicinal plant with important pharmacological properties, traditionally used in the Mediterranean basin. It produces a wide range of bioactive compounds, mainly terpenes and polyphenols, which have shown potential therapeutic benefits in various diseases. This review provides a detailed account of the botanical, ethnological, phytochemical, and pharmacological characteristics of C. albidus, aiming to encourage further pharmaceutical investigations into its therapeutic potential. Several studies have already shown promising results, particularly in neurodegenerative diseases and disorders, without reported intoxication in humans.
Article
Plant Sciences
Anelia Dobrikova, Emilia Apostolova, Anetta Hanc, Ekaterina Yotsova, Preslava Borisova, Ilektra Sperdouli, Ioannis-Dimosthenis S. Adamakis, Michael Moustakas
Summary: The study found that Salvia sclarea is a plant that can tolerate high levels of Zn by increasing the leaf contents of Fe, Ca, and Mn ions to protect photosynthetic function and stimulate photosystem I and II activities.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Leila Benazzouz-Smail, Sabiha Achat, Fatiha Brahmi, Mostapha Bachir-Bey, Radia Arab, Jose Manuel Lorenzo, Aicha Benbouriche, Kahina Boudiab, Didier Hauchard, Lila Boulekbache, Khodir Madani
Summary: This study compared the botanical characteristics, phenolic composition, and biological activities of Nigella sativa L. (NS) and Nigella damascena L. (ND) seeds. The results showed that ND seeds exhibited better phytochemical composition and antioxidant activity. In addition, ND extracts improved blood parameters and exhibited antimicrobial activity.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ioannis Roussis, Ioanna Kakabouki, Dimitrios Beslemes, Evangelia Tigka, Chariklia Kosma, Vassilios Triantafyllidis, Antonios Mavroeidis, Anastasios Zotos, Dimitrios Bilalis
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of fertilization and plant density on nitrogen uptake, utilization efficiency, and productivity of N. sativa under Mediterranean conditions. The results showed that low-density and inorganic fertilization treatment had the highest seed yield, nitrogen uptake, and nitrogen harvest index. Increasing plant density decreased seed yield and nitrogen utilization efficiency, while applying inorganic fertilizers increased crop yield, nitrogen uptake, and utilization efficiency.
Article
Plant Sciences
Thaise Boeing, Josiane de Souza, Rita de Cassia Vilhena da Silva, Lusia Nathalia Bolda Mariano, Luisa Mota da Silva, Guilherme Moreschi Gerhardt, Sylvian Cretton, Luiz Carlos Klein-Junior, Priscila de Souza
Summary: This study evaluated the gastroprotective effect of aqueous extracts obtained from Artemisia absinthium on rats and found that the room-temperature aqueous extract had a protective effect on gastric ulcers, possibly by maintaining the integrity of the gastric mucosal barrier.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mohammed Dalli, Oussama Bekkouch, Salah-eddine Azizi, Ali Azghar, Nadia Gseyra, Bonglee Kim
Summary: This review analyzes the bioactive compounds and pharmacological activities of Nigella sativa, based on a multitude of research articles. It provides guidance for future studies in this field.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marjan Sadat Hosseini, Morteza Ebrahimi, Davood Samsampour, Javier Abadia, Morteza Khanahmadi, Rasool Amirian, Iman Naseh Ghafoori, Mostafa Ghaderi-Zefrehei, Yolanda Gogorcena
Summary: Licorice biodiversity is threatened in Iran, requiring domestication and molecular breeding. The study revealed two main sub-populations with significant genetic variation, indicating a potential for selective breeding. Significant associations were found between AFLP markers and phytochemical traits, suggesting markers can be useful in domestication and breeding programs. Samples from specific localizations showed higher glycyrrhizin and antioxidants content, making them potential elite genotypes for inclusion in the domestication process.
Article
Agronomy
Renata Nurzynska-Wierdak, Andrzej Salata, Magdalena Kniaziewicz
Summary: This research evaluated the morphological and chemical properties of tansy plants growing in various natural habitats, including the content and composition of essential oil, flavonoids, phenolic acids, and antioxidant activity levels. The variability in the chemical composition of tansy was found to be influenced by environmental and genetic factors.
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Suneel Kumar, Stephen O. Mathew, Ravindra Prasad Aharwal, Hardeep Singh Tulli, Chakrabhavi Dhananjaya Mohan, Gautam Sethi, Kwang-Seok Ahn, Kassidy Webber, Sardul Singh Sandhu, Anupam Bishayee
Summary: Cancer is a highly significant global health concern, and current treatment options, such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and immune therapy, have limitations and may lead to disease recurrence. Withaferin A, a natural bioactive compound found in the Indian medicinal plant Withania somnifera, has shown promising anticancer activities by modulating the expression and activity of oncogenic proteins. This article comprehensively discusses the biosynthesis, antineoplastic activities, mode-of-action, and clinical potential of withaferin A, as well as its effect on miRNA expression, combinational use with other cytotoxic agents, formulations, and safety profiles.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Taruba Ansari, Mohd Asif, Mohd Saleem, Noor Zaheer Ahmed, Rampratap Meena
Summary: Rubus moluccanus is a bioactive plant species mainly found in tropical Asia and Australia. It has various medicinal uses and exhibits antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant activities.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Muhammad Waris, Engin Kocak, Ekrem Murat Gonulalan, L. Omur Demirezer, Sedef Kir, Emirhan Nemutlu
Summary: Plant-based metabolomics studies aim to discover new active compounds, determine vegetation period, investigate adulteration, evaluate correlation activity and metabolite levels, and monitor quality control of medicinal plants. However, the chemical differences of primary and secondary metabolites in complex natural products present challenges for analysis, ranging from sample collection to preparation, and from analysis to metabolite annotation and quantification. A comprehensive evaluation of current and new trends in plant metabolomics helps researchers in designing their studies holistically.
TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Fahimeh Koohdar, Masoud Sheidai
Summary: This study analyzed 10 geographical populations of Melissa officinalis and found significant genetic difference among them. The study also revealed a significant correlation between genetic distance and geographical distance. Additionally, some potential adaptive loci were identified.
GENETIC RESOURCES AND CROP EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Mayakrishnan Balachandar, Ravichandran Koshila Ravi, Thangavelu Muthukumar
Summary: Gloriosa superba is a plant of great economic importance due to its high medicinal value. This study investigated the anatomical traits of different parts of G. superba, such as the leaf, scale leaf, tendril, stem, tuber, and roots, and identified unique characteristics that can aid in the identification of this species.
MICROSCOPY RESEARCH AND TECHNIQUE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Elia Nora Aquino-Bolanos, Alma Karina Garzon-Garcia, Jimena Esther Alba-Jimenez, Jose Luis Chavez-Servia, Araceli Minerva Vera-Guzman, Jose Cruz Carrillo-Rodriguez, Manuel Alberto Santos-Basurto
Summary: The study found differences in total sugar content, color parameters, total phenolic content, and antioxidant activity between landrace green beans of Phaselus vulgaris and coccineus L. Both species also showed variations in protein content.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Maryam Seifikalhor, Sasan Aliniaeifard, Francoise Bernard, Mehdi Seif, Mojgan Latifi, Batool Hassani, Fardad Didaran, Massimo Bosacchi, Hassan Rezadoost, Tao Li
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Majid Rahimi Khonakdari, Hassan Rezadoost, Roya Heydari, Mohammad Hossein Mirjalili
PLANT CELL TISSUE AND ORGAN CULTURE
(2020)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Mohsen Farhadpour, Shokoofeh Maghari, Hassan Rezadoost, Mohsen Bagheri, Alireza Ghassempour
JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Mostafa Shahnani, Yahya Sefidbakht, Shokoofeh Maghari, Ahmad Mehdi, Hassan Rezadoost, Alireza Ghassempour
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Nazanin Moslehi, Parvin Mirmiran, Rezvan Marzbani, Hassan Rezadoost, Mehdi Mirzaie, Fereidoun Azizi, Fahimeh Ramezani Tehrani
Summary: This study found that certain metabolites, including phosphate, N-acetyl-D-glucosamine, and branched chained amino acids, were associated with the rate of ovarian aging. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and better understand the molecular processes underlying variations in ovarian aging.
HUMAN REPRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Anahita Ahangir, Ali Akbar Ghotbi-Ravandi, Hassan Rezadoost, Francoise Bernard
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Elham Gholizadeh, Reza Karbalaei, Ali Khaleghian, Mona Salimi, Kambiz Gilany, Rabah Soliymani, Ziaurrehman Tanoli, Hassan Rezadoost, Marc Baumann, Mohieddin Jafari, Jing Tang
Summary: This project identified 44 off-target proteins of Celecoxib within the nervous system, indicating their potential role in signaling pathways related to neurodegenerative disease and cancer. The study provides molecular supporting evidence for repurposing Celecoxib by exploring its drug targets.
MOLECULAR PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Sedighe Motevalli, Seyedeh Batool Hassani, Mohammad R. Ghalamboran, Hassan Rezadoost Chahardeh
Summary: This study investigated the effects of cobalt nanoparticles as an abiotic elicitor on the production of diosgenin in fenugreek, as well as the changes in gene expression and growth components. The results showed that the highest level of diosgenin in roots was obtained in a medium without micro cobalt, and the increase in diosgenin was associated with enhanced gene expression. Furthermore, diosgenin levels in fenugreek increased following application of high concentrations of cobalt nanoparticles.
Article
Horticulture
Parizad Mavandi, Mohammad Hassan Assareh, Abbas Dehshiri, Hassan Rezadoost, Vahid Abdossi
Summary: This study evaluated the morphology, physiology, and essential oil characteristics of six wild chamomile genotypes in Iran, showing significant effects of genotype, harvest time, and their interaction on parameters such as flower yield and essential oil production. Genotypes from the warm southwestern region of Iran exhibited early maturity, smaller flowers, shorter plants, and higher essential oil percentage. Foreign varieties had late maturity, taller plants, longer flowering times, but lower yields. Local genotypes showed medium characteristics. These results suggest potential for breeding improved cultivars with higher flower yield and essential oil content in certain genotypes.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
M. Parvandi, H. Rezadoost, M. Farzaneh
Summary: Endophytic fungi were isolated from Ferula assa-foetida plants in Iran, with one isolate showing high potential for producing phenolic acids.
LETTERS IN APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Mohammad Bayati, Maryam Manzari Tavakoli, Samad Nejad Ebrahimi, Atousa Aliahmadi, Hassan Rezadoost
Summary: The study assessed the effect of ozone and ultrasound treatment on pasteurization and disinfection of pomegranate juice, finding that ultrasound treatment can significantly reduce microbial load with minimal impact on the physicochemical properties of the juice.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Nazanin Moslehi, Rezvan Marzbani, Hassan Rezadoost, Parvin Mirmiran, Fahimeh Ramezani Tehrani, Fereidoun Azizi
Summary: This study found an inverse association between total dairy intake and metabolites related to AMH decline rate. Lower levels of phosphate, proline, and BCAAs may mediate the relationship between dairy intake and the odds of AMH fast decline rate.
NUTRITION & METABOLISM
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Soolmaz Soleimani, Sakineh Mashjoor, Soumita Mitra, Morteza Yousefzadi, Hassan Rezadoost
Summary: Echinoid pigments exhibit various biological properties such as antioxidant, cytotoxic, and antibacterial activities, making them potential natural antioxidants. By analyzing the coelomic fluid of Echinometra mathaei, poly-hydroxylated naphthoquinone (PHNQ) pigments were identified for the first time, showing high DPPH radical scavenging activity.
FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Zahra Pourramezan, Mana Oloomi, Rouha Kasra Kermanshahi, Hassan Rezadoost
Summary: This study isolated Lactobacillus strains with antioxidant and antibacterial activity from kefir, with L. casei strain K1C identified as the best producer of these properties. This strain has potential for use as a natural preservative in food industries.
JUNDISHAPUR JOURNAL OF NATURAL PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Morteza Abuali, Mohammad Reza Shams Ardekani, Hassan Rezadoost, Mahdi Vazirian, Majid Balaei-Kahnamoei, Maryam Hamzeloo-Moghadam
Summary: Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide, with breast cancer being the most prevalent among women. Plant-derived products are being researched for their potential in cancer treatment, with compounds like Eucannabinolide showing promising cytotoxic activity against MCF-7 breast cancer cells. Extensive research and bioassay guided fractionation have led to the isolation of this compound, indicating its potential for further drug discovery studies in breast cancer treatment.
RESEARCH JOURNAL OF PHARMACOGNOSY
(2021)
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)
