Genome composition in Brassica interspecific hybrids affects chromosome inheritance and viability of progeny.

Researchers created hybrid plants by crossing different genotypes of three Brassica species. These hybrids showed low fertility and mostly sterile self-pollinated progeny. Retaining both subgenomes was found to be important for fertility, emphasizing the significance of subgenome relationships in hybridization outcomes.

Katche E et al (2023).

Chromosome Res.

DOI:

10.1007/s10577-023-09733-9

PubMed:

37596507

Genome-wide analysis and characterization of the LRR-RLK gene family provides insights into anthracnose resistance in common bean.

Scientists studied the common bean's genome to identify 230 LRR-RLKs, important proteins in anthracnose defense. They determined specific subfamilies linked to resistance and identified genes expressed during infection, offering crucial insights for future research.

da Silva Dambroz CM et al (2023).

Sci Rep.

DOI:

10.1038/s41598-023-40054-3

PubMed:

37596307

DEAD-box RNA helicase 6 regulates drought and abscisic acid stress responses in rapeseed (Brassica napus).

Zhang XD et al (2023).

Gene.

DOI:

10.1016/j.gene.2023.147717

PubMed:

37595852

Combination of Coptis chinensis polysaccharides and berberine ameliorates ulcerative colitis by regulating gut microbiota and activating AhR/IL-22 pathway.

Wang X et al (2024).

J Ethnopharmacol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jep.2023.117050

PubMed:

37595814

Functionalized nanoencapsulated Curcuma longa essential oil in chitosan nanopolymer and their application for antioxidant and antimicrobial efficacy.

Encapsulating Curcuma longa oil in chitosan nanopolymer enhances its antibacterial and antifungal effectiveness, inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria and fungi. This research suggests that encapsulated CLEO could be a promising food preservative, improving its antimicrobial properties.

Sindhu M et al (2023).

Int J Biol Macromol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126387

PubMed:

37595727

Clinical and radiographic peri-implant outcomes with riboflavin loaded poly-L-glycolic acid nanoparticles incorporated in aloe vera gel treating peri-implantitis in chronic hyperglycemic patients.

This study compared two treatments for periimplantitis in patients with high blood sugar: antimicrobial photodynamic therapy and riboflavin-loaded nanoparticles in aloe vera gel.

Qamar Z et al (2023).

Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther.

DOI:

10.1016/j.pdpdt.2023.103752

PubMed:

37595657

Effects of dietary piperine supplementation on innate immunity, growth performance, feed utilization and intestinal morphology of olive flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus).

Piperine, found in black pepper, improves growth, immunity, disease resistance, and digestion in olive flounder. Optimum supplementation level is 0.5 g/kg.

Malintha GHT et al (2023).

Fish Physiol Biochem.

DOI:

10.1007/s10695-023-01229-x

PubMed:

37594621

Antimicrobial Potential of Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil on Bacterial Isolates.

This study found that coconut oil has antibacterial properties, with Streptococcus species being most susceptible. Coconut oil containing lauric acid can be used as a therapeutic agent and as a functional food for health benefits. Further research is needed to understand its mechanism of action.

Bhardwaj V et al (2023).

Adv Exp Med Biol.

DOI:

10.1007/5584_2023_786

PubMed:

37594604