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3,3′-Diindolylmethane Ameliorates Metabolism Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease via AhR/p38 MAPK Signaling
by Jiewen Su, Heng Fang, Yunfeng Lin, Yilu Yao, Yanxi Liu, Yuquan Zhong, Xudong Li, Siyu Sun, Bing Huang, Guangyu Yang, Wenxue Li, Yan Zhang, Juntao Li, Jinyin Wu, Weiwen Liu, Qiansheng Hu and Wei Zhu
Nutrients 2025, 17(10), 1681; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17101681 - 15 May 2025
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Background/Objectives: Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is a chronic hepatic condition marked by lipid buildup, lipotoxicity, and inflammation. Prior research indicates that 3,3′-Diindolemethane (DIM), a natural indole-type phytochemical that is abundant in brassicaceae vegetables, has been reported to reduce body weight [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is a chronic hepatic condition marked by lipid buildup, lipotoxicity, and inflammation. Prior research indicates that 3,3′-Diindolemethane (DIM), a natural indole-type phytochemical that is abundant in brassicaceae vegetables, has been reported to reduce body weight and improve lipid metabolism in mice subjected to a high-fat diet (HFD). The aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR), a nuclear receptor implicated in lipid metabolism and immune regulation, serves as a functional receptor for DIM. However, the underlying signaling pathways that regulate MAFLD remain elusive. Our objective is to ascertain the beneficial impact of DIM on MAFLD and the associated mechanisms. Methods: Hematoxylin and eosin staining, together with Oil Red O staining, were utilized to assess the pathological changes and lipid deposition in the liver. Biochemical analysis was employed to measure levels of triglyceride (TG), total cholesterol (TC), free fatty acid (FFA), aspartate transaminase (AST), alanine transaminase (ALT), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C). The cell survival rate of HepG2 cells treated with palmitic acid (PA) and DIM was assessed using the CCK-8 assay. Flow cytometry was employed to measure the fluorescence intensity emitted by lipid droplets within cells. Western blotting analysis was performed to assess AhR pathway and fatty acid transporter expression levels in hepatic tissue. Results: Our results showed that DIM significantly attenuated body weight gain and hepatic injury brought on by HFD, decreased lipid droplet accumulation in HepG2 cells, and effectively suppressed the phosphorylation of p38 MAPK and the protein expression levels of fatty acid transporters CD36 and FATP4. Conclusions: DIM reduced lipid accumulation by activating AhR and suppressing p38 MAPK phosphorylation, thereby inhibiting fatty acid transport and inflammatory responses. These findings suggest that DIM may represent a promising therapeutic candidate for MAFLD, warranting further exploration for clinical applications. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Nutrition and Metabolism)
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Life-History Parameters of Phyllotreta striolata (F.) (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) Acquired by a Laboratory-Rearing Method
by Yiyun Wei, Jincheng Zhou, Bin Chen, Panpan Tian and Chen Luo
Insects 2025, 16(3), 260; https://doi.org/10.3390/insects16030260 - 3 Mar 2025
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Phyllotreta striolata (Fabricius) (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) is one of the most damaging pests affecting vegetables. This pest feeds on the leaves and roots of Brassicaceae plants during their adult and larval stages, respectively, resulting in substantial economic losses. The laboratory-rearing methods for P. striolata [...] Read more.
Phyllotreta striolata (Fabricius) (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) is one of the most damaging pests affecting vegetables. This pest feeds on the leaves and roots of Brassicaceae plants during their adult and larval stages, respectively, resulting in substantial economic losses. The laboratory-rearing methods for P. striolata and its life-history parameters have not been fully studied. This study developed a laboratory method for the generational rearing of P. striolata, including techniques for egg collection and rearing immature individuals, which allows for the continuous observation and collection of individuals at various developmental stages. This method established five F1 populations and three consecutive generations of P. striolata from various field-collected parent populations. During the rearing process, developmental durations and survival rates at four stages of P. striolata were acquired, confirming the method’s effectiveness. The female ratio, tibia length of the hind leg, and fluctuating asymmetry of adults in three of the five F1 populations were measured to assess P. striolata’s adaptability to the rearing conditions. The established laboratory-rearing method and life-history parameters of P. striolata could potentially contribute to research in its ecology, population dynamics prediction, and pest management. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Insect Pest and Vector Management)
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Composition of Anthocyanins, Specific Sugars, and Organic Acids in Wild Edible Aromatic and Medicinal Vegetables
by Ertan Yildirim, Metin Turan, Melek Ekinci, Sezai Ercisli, Halil Ibrahim Ozturk, Murat Aydin, Emre Ilhan, Simona Ioana Vicas, Carmen Violeta Iancu, Daniela Gitea, Cristian Gabriel Domuța, Ioana Maria Borza and Manuel Alexandru Gitea
Horticulturae 2025, 11(2), 145; https://doi.org/10.3390/horticulturae11020145 - 30 Jan 2025
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This study investigates the bioactive compound profiles of 12 wild edible plant species from the Amaranthaceae, Apiaceae, Asteraceae, Brassicaceae, Caryophyllaceae, Lamiaceae, Malvaceae, Polygonaceae, and Urticaceae families, consumed as aromatic and medicinal vegetables by local communities and forming part of the natural vegetation of [...] Read more.
This study investigates the bioactive compound profiles of 12 wild edible plant species from the Amaranthaceae, Apiaceae, Asteraceae, Brassicaceae, Caryophyllaceae, Lamiaceae, Malvaceae, Polygonaceae, and Urticaceae families, consumed as aromatic and medicinal vegetables by local communities and forming part of the natural vegetation of Mount Ergan. The plants were collected and analyzed for their anthocyanin, organic acid, and sugar contents, using advanced liquid chromatography techniques. Statistically significant differences were observed between species for each compound analyzed, highlighting their diverse phytochemical profiles. Malva neglecta, Brassica nigra, and Taraxacum phaleratum exhibited the highest anthocyanin contents, suggesting their strong potential as natural antioxidant sources. Organic acid levels were notably elevated in Polygonum cognatum, T. phaleratum, Urtica dioica, and M. neglecta, which positions these species as promising candidates for use as natural acid regulators in food and pharmaceutical formulations. In terms of sugar content, Chenopodium album, Mentha longifolia, and T. phaleratum had the lowest levels, while M. neglecta, Cirsium arvense, P. cognatum, and Tragopogon buphthalmoides showed significantly higher concentrations, indicating potential applications in the development of natural sweeteners. This study’s findings provide valuable insights into the phytochemical diversity of these wild plant species, emphasizing their potential utility in health nutrition, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. This study emphasizes the significance of investigating underexploited plant species for their bioactive chemicals and illustrates their potential contribution to the development of sustainable, natural product-based solutions for diverse industrial uses. Full article
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Morphological, Physiological, and Molecular Responses to Heat Stress in Brassicaceae
by Iram Batool, Ahsan Ayyaz, Tongjun Qin, Xiaofen Wu, Weiqi Chen, Fakhir Hannan, Zafar Ullah Zafar, Muhammad Shahbaz Naeem, Muhammad Ahsan Farooq and Weijun Zhou
Plants 2025, 14(2), 152; https://doi.org/10.3390/plants14020152 - 7 Jan 2025
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Food security is threatened by global warming, which also affects agricultural output. Various components of cells perceive elevated temperatures. Different signaling pathways in plants distinguish between the two types of temperature increases, mild warm temperatures and extremely hot temperatures. Given the rising global [...] Read more.
Food security is threatened by global warming, which also affects agricultural output. Various components of cells perceive elevated temperatures. Different signaling pathways in plants distinguish between the two types of temperature increases, mild warm temperatures and extremely hot temperatures. Given the rising global temperatures, heat stress has become a major abiotic challenge, affecting the growth and development of various crops and significantly reducing productivity. Brassica napus, the second-largest source of vegetable oil worldwide, faces drastic reductions in seed yield and quality under heat stress. This review summarizes recent research on the genetic and physiological impact of heat stress in the Brassicaceae family, as well as in model plants Arabidopsis and rice. Several studies show that extreme temperature fluctuations during crucial growth stages negatively affect plants, leading to impaired growth and reduced seed production. The review discusses the mechanisms of heat stress adaptation and the key regulatory genes involved. It also explores the emerging understanding of epigenetic modifications during heat stress. While such studies are limited in B. napus, contrasting trends in gene expression have been observed across different species and cultivars, suggesting these genes play a complex role in heat stress tolerance. Key knowledge gaps are identified regarding the impact of heat stress during the growth stages of B. napus. In-depth studies of these stages are still needed. The profound understanding of heat stress response mechanisms in tissue-specific models are crucial in advancing our knowledge of thermo-tolerance regulation in B. napus and supporting future breeding efforts for heat-tolerant crops. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Crop Breeding for Food and Nutrition Security)
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Bio-Products Obtained from Broccoli and Cabbage Wastes Are Proposed as Functional Food Ingredients and Bioherbicides for Sustainable Weed Management
by Claudia Bas-Bellver, Nieves Melero-Carnero, David López-González, Cristina Barrera, Mercedes Verdeguer and Lucía Seguí
Sustainability 2025, 17(1), 282; https://doi.org/10.3390/su17010282 - 2 Jan 2025
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Developing processes that contribute to the valorization of vegetable wastes is of great importance since these residues are characterized by being of high quality, having a huge potential for valorization. However, upcycling vegetables residues and defining specific applications for the value-added products obtained [...] Read more.
Developing processes that contribute to the valorization of vegetable wastes is of great importance since these residues are characterized by being of high quality, having a huge potential for valorization. However, upcycling vegetables residues and defining specific applications for the value-added products obtained might be a challenge, and they should be tackled by means of different and complementary innovations. In the present study, broccoli and white cabbage discards were transformed into powdered products by means of selected techniques and conditions, which have been explored for applications in the agri-food sector. The obtained brassica powders were rich in bioactive compounds such as phenolics and isothiocyanates. Their antioxidant properties in response to in vitro digestion were evaluated to assess the potential of the products as functional food ingredients. On the other hand, brassica powders were tested as bioherbicides. For that purpose, inhibition tests on weed germination and growth of weeds from agricultural soil seedbank and selected species (Lolium rigidum, Papaver rhoeas, Portulaca oleracea, and Echicnochloa crus-galli) were performed under controlled greenhouse conditions. In vitro simulated digestion studies demonstrated that bioactive constituents of powders were progressively released during digestion, and consequently, a part of them could be finally absorbed and, thus, provide their beneficial effect. Brassica bioproducts significantly reduced the germination of weeds from the agricultural soil seedbank, and the selected weed species tested, namely L. rigidum, P. rhoeas, P. oleracea, and E. crus-galli. Powders also showed a negative effect on the root weight and length of dicotyledonous weeds from the soil seedbank and L. rigidum, whereas a stimulatory effect was observed on the spring–summer species, E. crus-galli and P. oleracea. The results of this work contribute to extending the range of applications for brassica industrialization wastes. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Waste and Recycling)
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Microbiological Safety and Health Properties of Marketed Fermented Root Vegetables
by Eliza Knez, Rafał Hałasa, Katarzyna Turecka, Justyna Ośko, Kornelia Kadac-Czapska, Krzysztof Waleron and Małgorzata Grembecka
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 121; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15010121 - 27 Dec 2024
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The study aimed to evaluate the antioxidant potential and microbial composition of edible fermented vegetable roots available on the Polish market, including celeriac, carrot, beetroot, radish, and white radish. The microbiological determinations were conducted according to European Standards. The total phenol content (TPC) [...] Read more.
The study aimed to evaluate the antioxidant potential and microbial composition of edible fermented vegetable roots available on the Polish market, including celeriac, carrot, beetroot, radish, and white radish. The microbiological determinations were conducted according to European Standards. The total phenol content (TPC) was measured by the Folin–Ciocalteu (FC) method, while the total antioxidant capacity (TAC) was analyzed by CUPRAC and DPPH assays. The mean recovery for FC, CUPRAC, and DPPH was in the range of 104–105%, 97–102%, and 96–108%, while the precision amounted to 2.3, 2.75, and 5.99, respectively. The average antioxidant potential among all fermented roots decreased in the following order: beetroot > celeriac > radish > carrot > white radish. In the case of microbiological analyses, no bacteria were found in pasteurized products. However, among unpasteurized vegetables, 7 out of 11 products met the FAO/WHO criteria for probiotic foods, as they contained a sufficient number of lactic acid bacteria and lacked Escherichia coli. None of the tested products were contaminated with Bacillus cereus, Salmonella spp., Enterococcus spp., or spore-forming anaerobic bacteria. Moreover, chemometric techniques such as the Kruskal–Wallis test and cluster analysis were used to differentiate samples in view of their antioxidant potential. These analyses demonstrated the similarity of vegetable samples from the Apiaceae and Brassicaceae families while highlighting differences in antioxidant potential compared to samples from the Amaranthaceae family. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Role of Microbes in Agriculture and Food, 2nd Edition)
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Comparative Study on Selenium and Volatile Compounds in Selenium-Enriched Cardamine violifolia Pickles Fermented by Three Distinct Methods
by Jue Gong, Shen Rao, Xiaomeng Liu, Shuiyuan Cheng, Xin Cong and Dingxiang Zhu
Fermentation 2024, 10(12), 632; https://doi.org/10.3390/fermentation10120632 - 11 Dec 2024
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Cardamine violifolia is a selenium (Se)-rich vegetable crop belonging to the Brassicaceae family. This study investigated the Se concentration and volatiles in the fresh (CK) C. violifolia, natural fermented (NF), Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (LP), and Leuconostoc mesenteroides (LM) fermented C. violifolia pickles. Results [...] Read more.
Cardamine violifolia is a selenium (Se)-rich vegetable crop belonging to the Brassicaceae family. This study investigated the Se concentration and volatiles in the fresh (CK) C. violifolia, natural fermented (NF), Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (LP), and Leuconostoc mesenteroides (LM) fermented C. violifolia pickles. Results showed that fermentation promoted the levels of selenocysteine, methyl selenocysteine, and selenate. A total of 648 volatile compounds were found, including 119 terpenoids, 105 heterocyclic compounds, 103 esters, and 65 hydrocarbons. Differential analysis of volatiles indicated that fermentation induced the release of volatiles when compared to CK, whereas volatile profiles in LM and NF pickles showed notable differences from LP pickles. SeCys2, MeSeCys, and selenate significantly correlated to several volatile compounds, implying that Se metabolism may affect the formation of volatiles. Conclusively, fermentation promoted the release of aroma and bioactive volatiles and the degradation of unpleasant and harmful substances in C. violifolia pickles. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Fermentation for Food and Beverages)
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CRISPR/Cas9-Mediated BocPDSs Gene Editing in Chinese Kale Using the Endogenous tRNA-Processing System
by Yudan Wang, Rahat Sharif, Guangguang Li, Guoju Chen and Changming Chen
Horticulturae 2024, 10(12), 1244; https://doi.org/10.3390/horticulturae10121244 - 25 Nov 2024
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Chinese kale is a native vegetable from the Brassicaceae family that is grown extensively in Southeast Asia and Southern China. Its low genetic transformation and gene editing efficiency hinder gene function research and molecular biology in Chinese kale. CRISPR/Cas9 is a useful tool [...] Read more.
Chinese kale is a native vegetable from the Brassicaceae family that is grown extensively in Southeast Asia and Southern China. Its low genetic transformation and gene editing efficiency hinder gene function research and molecular biology in Chinese kale. CRISPR/Cas9 is a useful tool for plant genome research due to its rapid development and optimization. This study targeted BocPDSs, (BocPDS1, BocPDS2) to establish an effective CRISPR/Cas9 system in Chinese kale. A tandemly arranged tRNA-sgRNA construct was used to express numerous sgRNAs to induce BocPDS1 and BocPDS2 double and single mutations, with a mutation rate of 61.11%. As predicted, several mutant plants showed an albino phenotype with a harbored mutation in an exon and intron region, highlighting the relevance of the intron. The presence of mutations in the intron region suggests that the cleavage process in Chinese kale, utilizing CRISPR/Cas9 shows a preference for AT-rich regions. The distinct and somewhat redundant functions of BocPDS1 and BocPDS2 are demonstrated by the complete albino phenotype of the double mutants and the mosaic albino phenotype of the individual BocPDS1 and BocPDS2 mutants. Specific gene editing modes, including base deletion, base substitution, and base insertion, were identified in the sequence of the target gene. Among them, short nucleotide insertions were the most common type of insertion, with base insertions having the highest frequency (61.54%). Furthermore, no instances of off-target gene editing were detected. The current work demonstrated that the CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing system, which relies on endogenous tRNA processing, can effectively induce mutagenesis in Chinese kale. This finding establishes a theoretical basis and technical backbone for the more effective implementation of CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing technology in Chinese kale and Brassica plants. Full article
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Isothiocyanate-Based Microemulsions Loaded into Biocompatible Hydrogels as Innovative Biofumigants for Agricultural Soils
by Michele Baglioni, Ilaria Clemente, Gabriella Tamasi, Flavia Bisozzi, Sara Costantini, Giacomo Fattori, Mariangela Gentile and Claudio Rossi
Molecules 2024, 29(16), 3935; https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules29163935 - 21 Aug 2024
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Biofumigation was proposed as an alternative to synthetic pesticides for the disinfection of agricultural soils, in view of the biocidal effect of isothiocyanates (ITCs) released by some vegetal species, like Brassicaceae. However, biofumigation also presents limitations; thus, a novel and viable alternative [...] Read more.
Biofumigation was proposed as an alternative to synthetic pesticides for the disinfection of agricultural soils, in view of the biocidal effect of isothiocyanates (ITCs) released by some vegetal species, like Brassicaceae. However, biofumigation also presents limitations; thus, a novel and viable alternative could be the direct introduction of ITCs into agricultural soils as components loaded into biodegradable hydrogels. Thus, in this work, ITCs-based microemulsions were developed, which can be loaded into porous polymer-based hydrogel beads based on sodium alginate (ALG) or sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC). Three ITCs (ethyl, phenyl, and allyl isothiocyanate) and three different surfactants (sodium dodecylsulfate, Brij 35, and Tween 80) were considered. The optimal system was characterized with attenuated ATR-FTIR spectroscopy and differential scanning calorimetry to study how the microemulsion/gels interaction affects the gel properties, such as the equilibrium water content or free water index. Finally, loading and release profiles were studied by means of UV–Vis spectrophotometry. It was found that CMC hydrogel beads showed a slightly more efficient profile of micelles’ release in water with respect to ALG beads. For this reason, and due to the enhanced contribution of Fe(III) to their biocidal properties, CMC-based hydrogels are the most promising in view of the application on real agricultural soils. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Feature Papers in Applied Chemistry: 3rd Edition)
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Comprehensive Quality Assessment of Brassica napus L. Seeds via HPTLC, LC-QToF, and Anatomical Investigation
by Nazym Tileuberdi, Kumar Katragunta, Sebastian John Adams, Jennyfer A. Aldana-Mejía, Ardak Omarbekova, Bharathi Avula, Ikhlas A. Khan, Aknur Turgumbayeva and Samir A. Ross
Molecules 2024, 29(13), 2965; https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules29132965 - 21 Jun 2024
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The Brassicaceae family, commonly referred to as cruciferous plants, is globally cultivated and consumed, with the Brassica genus being particularly renowned for its functional components. These vegetables are rich sources of nutrients and health-promoting phytochemicals, garnering increased attention in recent years. This study [...] Read more.
The Brassicaceae family, commonly referred to as cruciferous plants, is globally cultivated and consumed, with the Brassica genus being particularly renowned for its functional components. These vegetables are rich sources of nutrients and health-promoting phytochemicals, garnering increased attention in recent years. This study presents a comprehensive microscopic, chromatographic, and spectroscopic characterization of Brassica napus L. seeds from Kazakhstan aimed at elucidating their morphological features and chemical composition. Microscopic analysis revealed distinct localization of flavonoids, total lipids, and alkaloids. High-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC) analysis of seed extracts demonstrated a complex chemical profile with significant quantities of non-polar compounds in the hexane extracts. Additionally, methanolic extracts revealed the presence of diverse chemical compounds, including alkaloids, flavonoids, and glucosinolates. The chemical composition exhibited varietal differences across different Brassica species, with B. napus L. seeds showing higher concentrations of bioactive compounds. Furthermore, liquid chromatography–quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (LC-QToF-MS) analysis provided insights into the chemical composition, with sinapine isomers, feruloyl, and sinapoyl choline derivatives as major compounds in the seeds. This study contributes to a better understanding of the chemical diversity and quality control methods’ approximations of B. napus L. seeds, highlighting their importance in functional food and nutraceutical applications. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Natural Products Chemistry)
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Spontaneous and Chemically Induced Genome Doubling and Polyploidization in Vegetable Crops
by Maria Fomicheva, Yuri Kulakov, Ksenia Alyokhina and Elena Domblides
Horticulturae 2024, 10(6), 551; https://doi.org/10.3390/horticulturae10060551 - 24 May 2024
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Plant ploidy manipulation is often required for breeding purposes. However, there is no comprehensive review covering genome doubling in vegetable crops despite the abundance of data for a large number of vegetable species. Similar to other species, genome doubling is required in vegetable [...] Read more.
Plant ploidy manipulation is often required for breeding purposes. However, there is no comprehensive review covering genome doubling in vegetable crops despite the abundance of data for a large number of vegetable species. Similar to other species, genome doubling is required in vegetable crops to obtain doubled haploids (DHs). It is also utilized for the production of polyploids to overcome interspecific hybrid sterility and improve agricultural traits. Spontaneous haploid genome duplication (SHGD) occurs in many Apiaceae, Brassicaceae, Cucurbitaceae, and Solanaceae crops, allowing for the laborious treatment with antimitotic agents to be bypassed. SHGD mechanisms are not fully understood, but existing data suggest that SHGD can occur via nuclear fusion, endoreduplication, or other mechanisms during microspore or ovule early embryogenic development. Other studies show that SHGD can occur at later developmental stages during extended plant growth in vitro or ex vitro, possibly due to the presence of phytohormones in the medium and/or diploid cell competitive advantage. For unresponsive accessions and species with rare SHGD, such as onion (Allium cepa L.) and beet cultivars (Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris L.), antimitotic agent treatment has to be applied. Antimitotic agent application efficiency depends on the treatment conditions, especially the agent concentration and exposure time. Also, plant developmental stage is critical for agent accessibility and plant survival. The existing methods can be used to further improve genome doubling methodology for major vegetable crops and other species. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Vegetable Genomics and Breeding Research)
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The N-Terminal Region of Cucumber Mosaic Virus 2a Protein Is Involved in the Systemic Infection in Brassica juncea
by Tae-Seon Park, Dong-Joo Min, Ji-Soo Park and Jin-Sung Hong
Plants 2024, 13(7), 1001; https://doi.org/10.3390/plants13071001 - 31 Mar 2024
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Brassica juncea belongs to the Brassicaceae family and is used as both an oilseed and vegetable crop. As only a few studies have reported on the cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) in B. juncea, we conducted this study to provide a basic understanding [...] Read more.
Brassica juncea belongs to the Brassicaceae family and is used as both an oilseed and vegetable crop. As only a few studies have reported on the cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) in B. juncea, we conducted this study to provide a basic understanding of the B. juncea and CMV interactions. B. juncea-infecting CMV (CMV-Co6) and non-infecting CMV (CMV-Rs1) were used. To identify the determinants of systemic infection in B. juncea, we first constructed infectious clones of CMV-Co6 and CMV-Rs1 and used them as pseudo-recombinants. RNA2 of CMV was identified as an important determinant in B. juncea because B. juncea were systemically infected with RNA2-containing pseudo-recombinants; CMV-Co6, R/6/R, and R/6/6 were systemically infected B. juncea. Subsequently, the amino acids of the 2a and 2b proteins were compared, and a chimeric clone was constructed. The chimeric virus R/6Rns/R6cp, containing the C-terminal region of the 2a protein of CMV-Rs1, still infects B. juncea. It is the 2a protein that determines the systemic CMV infection in B. juncea, suggesting that conserved 160G and 214A may play a role in systemic CMV infection in B. juncea. Full article
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Examining Sociodemographic Factors, Reasons, and Barriers in the Diversity of Fruit and Vegetable Intake among Undergraduate Students
by Thanaporn Kaewpradup, Mutthatinee Tangmongkhonsuk, Charoonsri Chusak, Mario Siervo and Sirichai Adisakwattana
Nutrients 2024, 16(6), 779; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16060779 - 9 Mar 2024
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The transition from adolescence to university life represents a crucial period during which dietary choices can significantly influence long-term health outcomes. While the benefits of consuming a diet rich in fruits and vegetables (FVs) are widely acknowledged, there remains a noticeable gap in [...] Read more.
The transition from adolescence to university life represents a crucial period during which dietary choices can significantly influence long-term health outcomes. While the benefits of consuming a diet rich in fruits and vegetables (FVs) are widely acknowledged, there remains a noticeable gap in research concerning the factors influencing the consumption of specific FV varieties among university students. This study aimed to investigate the factors and barriers influencing the diversity of fruit and vegetable intake among undergraduate students. A cross-sectional study involving 542 undergraduate students (with an average age of 20.6 ± 0.1 years and a body mass index of 21.3 ± 0.2 kg/m2) was conducted at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand, between February and September 2022. Most students showed a preference for tropical fruits with inedible peels (88.2%) and Brassicaceae vegetables (91.0%), whereas lower consumption was observed for citrus fruits (19.7%) and Fabaceae vegetables (43.7%). Sociodemographic factors and cooking methods significantly influenced FV intake, with non-consumption associated with male students, independent living, lower BMI, and advanced academic years. A lower quality of life was found to be correlated with a higher proportion of students who did not consume vegetables. Barriers to inadequate fruit intake included busy lifestyles, while taste preference emerged as the primary reason for fruit consumption. Busy lifestyles and perceived healthiness were identified as the main barriers and reasons for vegetable intake. The study highlights the importance of implementing strategies and improvements in the university environment to promote diverse FV consumption and encourage healthy dietary behaviors among students. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue The Role of Bioactive Compounds in Immunonutrition)
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A Comparative Review of Key Isothiocyanates and Their Health Benefits
by Julia B. Olayanju, Dragica Bozic, Uma Naidoo and Omowunmi A. Sadik
Nutrients 2024, 16(6), 757; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16060757 - 7 Mar 2024
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Isothiocyanates are biologically active products resulting from the hydrolysis of glucosinolates predominantly present in cruciferous vegetables belonging to the Brassicaceae family. Numerous studies have demonstrated the diverse bioactivities of various isothiocyanates, encompassing anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidative properties. Nature harbors distinct isothiocyanate precursors, glucosinolates [...] Read more.
Isothiocyanates are biologically active products resulting from the hydrolysis of glucosinolates predominantly present in cruciferous vegetables belonging to the Brassicaceae family. Numerous studies have demonstrated the diverse bioactivities of various isothiocyanates, encompassing anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidative properties. Nature harbors distinct isothiocyanate precursors, glucosinolates such as glucoraphanin and gluconastrin, each characterized by unique structures, physical properties, and pharmacological potentials. This comprehensive review aims to consolidate the current understanding of Moringa isothiocyanates, mainly 4-[(α-L-rhamnosyloxy) benzyl] isothiocyanate), comparing this compound with other well-studied isothiocyanates such as sulforaphane and phenyl ethyl isothiocyanates. The focus is directed toward elucidating differences and similarities in the efficacy of these compounds as agents with anticancer, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidative properties. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Phytochemicals and Human Health)
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Development of S Haplotype-Specific Markers to Identify Genotypes of Self-Incompatibility in Radish (Raphanus sativus L.)
by Seong-Ho Heo, Su-Yeon Kim, Suk-Yeon Mo and Han-Yong Park
Plants 2024, 13(5), 725; https://doi.org/10.3390/plants13050725 - 4 Mar 2024
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Radish (Raphanus sativus L.), a root vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, is considered one of the representative crops displaying sporophytic self-incompatibility (SSI). The utilization of a self-incompatibility system in F1 breeding can improve the efficiency of cross-combinations, leading to a [...] Read more.
Radish (Raphanus sativus L.), a root vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, is considered one of the representative crops displaying sporophytic self-incompatibility (SSI). The utilization of a self-incompatibility system in F1 breeding can improve the efficiency of cross-combinations, leading to a reduction in breeding time and aiding in the development of novel F1 varieties. The successful implementation of this system necessitates the rapid and accurate identification of S haplotypes in parental lines. In this study, we identified a total of nine S haplotypes among 22 elite radish lines through Sanger sequencing. Subsequently, we obtained sequences for showing a 95% similarity to nine S haplotypes, along with sequences identified by other researchers using BLAST. Following this, multiple sequence alignment (MSA) was conducted to identify SRK and SLG sequence similarities, as well as polymorphisms within the class I and II groups. Subsequently, S haplotype-specific marker sets were developed, targeting polymorphic regions of SRK and SLG alleles. These markers successfully amplified each of the nine S haplotypes. These markers will play a crucial role in the rapid and precise identification of parental S haplotypes in the radish F1 breeding process, proving instrumental in the radish F1 purity test. Full article
(This article belongs to the Collection Advances in Plant Breeding)
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