Publications by authors named "J Moral"

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  • Anthracnose is the most significant disease affecting olive crops, primarily caused by different species of the Colletotrichum fungus in Spain and Portugal, with C. godetiae and C. nymphaeae being the main culprits.
  • The research evaluated the resistance of various olive cultivars, particularly comparing the 'Picual' (resistant) and 'Arbequina' (moderately susceptible) varieties, finding that some offspring hybrids showed improved resistance to C. godetiae.
  • Despite the interactions observed between the olive genotypes and Colletotrichum species, traditional and new cultivars generally fell into susceptible or moderately susceptible categories, indicating a complex resistance mechanism and varied responses between fruit and leaf susceptibilities
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Aflatoxin contamination significantly threatens food safety and security, particularly in tropical and sub-tropical regions where staple crops such as maize, groundnut, and sorghum become frequently affected. This contamination is primarily caused by the fungus . The contamination causes adverse health effects, reduced income, and trade restrictions.

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  • * A study analyzed 381 isolates using a genetic typing method, revealing low genetic diversity and high clonal reproduction among populations, indicating potential movement between walnut trees and a latent pathogenic lifestyle.
  • * Genetic comparisons showed different patterns between French populations and those from California and Spain, hinting at limited pathogen transmission from overseas but possible links to French vineyards, offering insights into the spread and factors contributing to walnut dieback in France.
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Anthracnose, the most critical disease affecting olive fruits, is caused by Colletotrichum species. While developing olive fruits are immune to the pathogen regardless of the cultivar, the resistance level varies once the fruit ripens. The defense mechanisms responsible for this difference in resistance are not well understood.

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Epilepsy is one of the most prevalent complex neurological diseases in both the canine and human species, with the idiopathic form as its most common diagnosis. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small, noncoding RNA molecules that play a role in gene regulation processes and appear to be a promising biological target for convulsion control. These molecules have been reported as constituents of the internal content of exosomes, which are small extracellular vesicles released by cells.

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