Transcriptome Profiling, Physiological and Biochemical Analyses Reveal Comprehensive Insights in Cadmium Stress in Brassica carinata L.

A study discovered an oil crop that can tolerate and accumulate harmful heavy metal cadmium, with altered constituents and increased antioxidant enzyme activity. Transcriptome analysis revealed genes related to Cd stress and tolerance mechanisms, making it a potential Cd accumulator with valuable insights into its tolerance mechanisms.

Yang T et al (2024).

Int J Mol Sci.

DOI:

10.3390/ijms25021260

PubMed:

38279259

The Potential of Plum Seed Residue: Unraveling the Effect of Processing on Phytochemical Composition and Bioactive Properties.

Plum seed extracts contain beneficial compounds like unsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants. The brandy making process affects these compounds, which have potential applications in the food and cosmetic industries, as well as in nutraceuticals. The seeds can be used as a food supplement or in active packaging.

Rodríguez-Blázquez S et al (2024).

Int J Mol Sci.

DOI:

10.3390/ijms25021236

PubMed:

38279238

Comprehensive metabolome characterization and comparison between two sources of Dragon's blood by integrating liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry and chemometrics.

Lou J et al (2024).

Anal Bioanal Chem.

DOI:

10.1007/s00216-024-05159-2

PubMed:

38279012

Valorization of plant by-products in the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles with antimicrobial and catalytic properties.

Scientists synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNP) using plant by-products as reducers and capping agents. AgNP showed antimicrobial properties against pathogenic bacteria and efficient photodegradation of a dye. The biosynthesis was found to have a competitive cost of 8.0-9.0 €/g.

Rocha V et al (2024).

Environ Sci Pollut Res Int.

DOI:

10.1007/s11356-024-32180-w

PubMed:

38278998

Chromosome-level genome assemblies of Nicotiana tabacum, Nicotiana sylvestris, and Nicotiana tomentosiformis.

Scientists generated annotated chromosome-level genomes for Nicotiana tabacum, N. sylvestris, and N. tomentosiformis. These genomes will enable more efficient cross-species research in the Solanaceae family, benefiting crop improvement and genetic studies.

Sierro N et al (2024).

Sci Data.

DOI:

10.1038/s41597-024-02965-2

PubMed:

38278835

Genome-wide identification of the B3 transcription factor family in pepper (Capsicum annuum) and expression patterns during fruit ripening.

Scientists analyzed 106 B3 genes in pepper plants, uncovering their relationships and expression patterns during fruit development. This insight enhances pepper quality and breeding efforts.

Wang T et al (2024).

Sci Rep.

DOI:

10.1038/s41598-023-51080-6

PubMed:

38278802

Artemisia argyi extract subfraction exerts an antifungal effect against dermatophytes by disrupting mitochondrial morphology and function.

Artemisia argyi water extract (AAWE) has strong antifungal effects against Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, and Microsporum gypseum. The active component, AAWE6, disrupts mitochondrial structure and function, validating its traditional use as an anti-dermatophytic treatment.

Chen L et al (2024).

Chin J Nat Med.

DOI:

10.1016/S1875-5364(24)60561-3

PubMed:

38278559

Salvia miltiorrhiza polysaccharide promotes the health of crayfish (Procambarus clarkii) by promoting hemocyte phagocytosis, protecting hepatopancreas and enhancing intestinal barrier function.

Pei Q et al (2024).

Fish Shellfish Immunol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.fsi.2024.109405

PubMed:

38278337