Functional characterization of four mono-terpene synthases (TPSs) provided insight into the biosynthesis of volatile monoterpenes in the medicinal herb .

Unlabelled: , a wooden plant belonging to the family Asteraceae, is a medicinal herb with anticancer, antiviral, and multiple pharmacological effects, which are believed to be caused by its essential oil. The essential oil from is comprised of mono- and sesqui-terpenes as the majority. Unfortunately, this plant has been facing the challenge of resource shortage, which could be effectively alleviated by biological engineering.

Genome-Wide Identification and Functional Characterization of the Trans-Isopentenyl Diphosphate Synthases Gene Family in .

Trans-isopentenyl diphosphate synthases (TIDSs) genes are known to be important determinants for terpene diversity and the accumulation of terpenoids. The essential oil of , which is rich in monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, and other aromatic compounds, has a wide range of pharmacological activities and has therefore attracted considerable interest. However, the gene family, and its relationship to the camphor tree ( L.

Attribution Analysis of Runoff Change in Min-Tuo River Basin based on SWAT model simulations, China.

To consummate watershed data and better quantify the impact of climate changes and human activities on runoff, we examined the changes and response mechanisms of runoff in the Min-Tuo River Basin, China. In the examination, the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) model was used to simulate possible evapotranspiration, actual evapotranspiration, and runoff in 1980, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, and 2015 under different land-use conditions. SWAT weather generator was used to supplement the missing meteorological data.