Genome-Wide Identification, Evolutionary Analysis, and Functional Studies of Genes in Melon ( L.).

The antioxidative enzyme ascorbate peroxidase (APX) exerts a critically important function through scavenging reactive oxygen species (ROS), alleviating oxidative damage in plants, and enhancing their tolerance to salinity. Here, we identified 28 genes that display an uneven distribution pattern throughout the 12 chromosomes of the melon genome by carrying out a bioinformatics analysis. Phylogenetic analyses revealed that the gene family comprised seven different clades, with each clade of genes exhibiting comparable motifs and structures.

Regioselective Hydrodeoxygenation of α-Diketones with Phosphites under Visible-Light Catalysis.

Novel regioselective hydrodeoxygenation of α-diketones with phosphites as the deoxygenation reagent was realized via visible-light photoredox catalysis. Broad substrate scope and high functional group compatibility were obtained. Unsymmetric α-diketones were selectively reduced at the carbonyls of higher electrophilicity.

Genetic Mapping and QTL Analysis of Fruit Traits in Melon ( L.).

Melon ( L.) is an important horticultural cash crop and its quality traits directly affect consumer choice and market price. These traits are controlled by genetic as well as environmental factors.