Interactions of with and (Hemiptera: Dactylopiidae) through the Study of Their Volatile Compounds.

has always interacted with many phytophagous insects; two of them are and . Fine cochineal () is produced to extract carminic acid, and , or wild cochineal, is an invasive pest of in more than 20 countries around the world. Despite the economic and environmental relevance of this cactus, , and , there are few studies that have explored volatile organic compounds (VOCs) derived from the plant-insect interaction.

Effects of Chia Seeds on Growth Performance, Carcass Traits and Fatty Acid Profile of Lamb Meat.

The aim of this work was to supplement a diet with chia seeds ( L.) based on the requirements of finishing lambs for meat, and to analyze biometric parameters and fatty acid profiles in meat. Eighteen male Rambouillet lambs with a bodyweight of 25 kg were used.

Modification of solubility and heat-induced gelation of amaranth 11S globulin by protein engineering.

The primary structure of amaranth 11S globulin (Ah11S) was engineered with the aim to improve its functional properties. Four continuous methionines were inserted in variable region V, obtaining the Ah11Sr+4M construction. Changes on protein structure and surface characteristics were analyzed in silico.