Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Youlong Cao"
- Youlong Cao's research primarily focuses on the agronomic traits, health benefits, and bioactive compounds of Lycium barbarum L. (Goji berries), highlighting their nutritional value and potential therapeutic applications in medicine and diet.
- Recent studies investigate the effects of potassium fertilization on Goji fruit quality, the absorption and metabolism of its polysaccharides and vitamins in animal models, and the genetic mechanisms underlying beneficial compounds like anthocyanins in Goji berries.
- Cao has also contributed to the establishment of the Wolfberry Genome Database, facilitating genomic research and enhancing the understanding of the genetic bases related to the health-promoting properties of Goji berries and related species.
