Publications by authors named "Shibi Zhang"

From 61 QTL mapped, a stable QTL cluster of 992 kb was discovered on chromosome 5 for folate content and a putative candidate gene, Glyma.05G237500, was identified. Folate (vitamin B9) is one of the most essential micronutrients whose deficiencies lead to various health defects in humans.

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  • Global malnutrition is worsened by poor diets, but vegetable soybean (maodou) is emerging as a nutritious and affordable alternative snack and vegetable.
  • The study evaluated the nutritional profile of 12 soybean cultivars at both vegetable and mature stages, revealing high levels of moisture, protein, vitamins, and minerals in maodou.
  • RNA-seq analysis highlighted variations in biosynthesis enzymes during seed development, indicating complex relationships between nutrients, suggesting maodou could significantly aid nutritional needs.
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In this study we deliberated over the principles and methods and then took the noninvasive continuous measurement of blood glucose concentration through the skin of rabbits. The glucose oxidase sensor was made by covalent immobilization. The best making method of sensor and stable working condition were sifted.

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