Biocontrol Potential of Bacillus strains against soybean cyst nematode (Heterodera glycines) and for promotion of soybean growth.

The soybean cyst nematode (SCN, Heterodera glycines) is the most yield-limiting pathogen in soybeans worldwide. Using chemical pesticides to control this disease is harmful to human and environment. It is urgent to develop environment-friendly nematicides.

Gamma-aminobutyric acid elicits HO signalling and promotes wheat seed germination under combined salt and heat stress.

Background: In the realm of wheat seed germination, abiotic stresses such as salinity and high temperature have been shown to hinder the process. These stresses can lead to the production of reactive oxygen species, which, within a certain concentration range, may actually facilitate seed germination. γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a non-protein amino acid, serves as a crucial signaling molecule in the promotion of seed germination.

Insight into the relationship between the starch crystalline structure and textural quality and physicochemical properties of reconstituted rice: Influence of feed moisture content.

Reconstituted rice was prepared by extrusion with different feed moistures (30 %, 33 %, 36 %, 39 % and 42 %), and the relationship between the crystalline structure, physicochemical properties, and textual quality of reconstituted rice was studied. The results revealed that, with the feed moisture increased (33 %-36 %), the gelatinization degree reached 97.28 % and the bound water content increased by 23.

Enzymatic Preparation, Identification by Transmembrane Channel-like 4 (TMC4) Protein, and Bioinformatics Analysis of New Salty Peptides from Soybean Protein Isolate.

To address the public health challenges posed by high-salt diets, this study utilized pepsin and flavourzyme for the continuous enzymatic hydrolysis of a soy protein isolate (SPI). The separation, purification, and identification of salt-containing peptides in SPI hydrolysate were conducted using ultrafiltration (UF), gel filtration chromatography (GFC), and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). Subsequently, a molecular docking model was constructed between salt receptor protein transmembrane channel 4 (TMC4) and the identified peptides.

Study on the Mechanism of GABA-Rich Adzuki Bean Regulating Blood Glucose Based on the IRS/PI3K/AKT Pathway.

The adzuki bean is a mature seed of the red bean leguminous plant, and people like to eat it because of its nutritious properties and moderate proportion of amino acids. Adzuki bean germination and the enrichment of GABA greatly improve the health effects of the adzuki bean. The effects of the GABA-rich adzuki bean on the expression of insulin-pathway-related genes and proteins in the liver of T2DM mice were studied via Western blotting and qPCR.

Exploring soil multi-parameter stacking measurement through Raman and NIR dual-spectroscopy.

The excessive use of fertilizers can lead to increased production costs, degraded soil quality, diminished product excellence, and environmental contamination. To address this issue, a solution involving soil testing and customizing fertilizer application has been proposed. The current standard methodology for soil parameter assessment relies on chemical analysis performed by trained laboratory technicians, which only allows for the measurement of one indicator at a time.

Establishment of ELISA method for canine adenovirus type 1.

Canine adenovirus (CAdV) had a high prevalence in fox populations and induced fox encephalitis. No ELISA kits specifically for CAdV-1 antigen had been commercialized for foxes in China. It is crucial to develop a rapid and accurate ELISA method for detecting of CAdV-1.

Comprehensive review of Hesperetin: Advancements in pharmacokinetics, pharmacological effects, and novel formulations.

Hesperetin is a flavonoid compound naturally occurring in the peel of Citrus fruits from the Rutaceae family. Previous studies have demonstrated that hesperetin exhibits various pharmacological effects, such as anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, antioxidative, anti-aging, and neuroprotective properties. In recent years, with the increasing prevalence of diseases and the rising awareness of traditional Chinese medicine, hesperetin has garnered growing attention for its wide-ranging pharmacological effects.

Zinc and methyl jasmonate improve sugar beet tolerance to high boron stress by enhanced leaf photochemical performance.

Nutrient imbalances, such as high boron (B) stress, occur within, as well as across, agricultural systems worldwide and have become an important abiotic factor that reduces soil fertility and inhibits plant growth. Sugar beet is a B-loving crop and is better suited to be grown in high B environments, but the methods and mechanisms regarding the enhancement of high-B stress tolerance traits are not clear. The main objective of this research was to elucidate the effects of the alone and/or combined foliar spraying of zinc sulfate (ZnSO) and methyl jasmonate (MeJA) on the growth parameters, tolerance, and photochemical performance of sugar beet under high-B stress.

Multivariate analysis of structural and functional properties of soluble dietary fiber from corn bran using different modification methods.

This study comprehensively investigated the effects of high-temperature cooking (HT), complex enzyme hydrolysis (CE), and high-temperature cooking combined enzymatic hydrolysis (HE) on the chemical composition, microstructure, and functional attributes of soluble dietary fiber (SDF) extracted from corn bran. The results demonstrated that HE-SDF yielded the highest output at 13.80 ± 0.

Melatonin feeding changed the microbial diversity and metabolism of the broiler cecum.

To study the effect of melatonin supplementation on the gut microbes of broilers, 160 healthy 3-week-old Ross 308 broilers with similar body weights were selected and randomly divided into four groups (M0, M20, M40, and M80) supplemented with 0, 20, 40, or 80 mg/kg melatonin. The results showed that the abundance-based coverage estimator (ACE) index of cecum microorganisms was significantly lower in the M80 group. The dominant phyla of intestinal contents in the M0, M20, M40, and M80 groups were Bacteroidetes and Firmicutes.

Konjac glucomannan-based composite materials: Construction, biomedical applications, and prospects.

Konjac glucomannan (KGM) as an emerging natural polymer has attracted increasing interests owing to its film-forming properties, excellent gelation, non-toxic characteristics, strong adhesion, good biocompatibility, and easy biodegradability. Benefiting from these superior performances, KGM has been widely applied in the construction of multiple composite materials to further improve their intrinsic performances (e.g.

A three-stage wavelength selection algorithm for near-infrared spectroscopy calibration.

The near-infrared spectral data is highly high dimensional and contains redundant information, it is necessary to identify the most representative characteristic wavelengths before modeling to improve model accuracy and reliability. At present, there are many methods for selecting the characteristic wavelengths of NIR spectroscopy, but the collinearity among wavelengths is still a main issue that leads to poor model effects. Therefore, this study proposes a three-stage wavelength selection algorithm (Stage III) to reduce redundancy in NIR spectral data and collinearity between wavelength variables, resulting in a simpler and more accurate predictive model.

Calibration and test of contact parameters for alfalfa stalk at primary florescence based on discrete element method.

In view of the lack of accurate models for discrete element simulation in the current research and development process of forage harvesting and crushing machinery, the contact parameters were calibrated based on Hertz-Mindlin (no slip) contact model by EDEM simulation software with alfalfa stalk at primary florescence as the research object. Based on the angle of repose, the restitution coefficient, static friction coefficient, rolling friction coefficient of alfalfa stalks were determined through the Placket-Burman test, steepest ascent test and Box-Behnken test. The simulation test of the repose angle was carried out with the determined contact parameters.

Lightweight Corn Leaf Detection and Counting Using Improved YOLOv8.

The number of maize leaves is an important indicator for assessing plant growth and regulating population structure. However, the traditional leaf counting method mainly relies on manual work, which is both time-consuming and straining, while the existing image processing methods have low accuracy and poor adaptability, making it difficult to meet the standards for practical application. To accurately detect the growth status of maize, an improved lightweight YOLOv8 maize leaf detection and counting method was proposed in this study.

Peroxiredoxin 1 modulates oxidative stress resistance and cell apoptosis through stemness in liver cancer under non-thermal plasma treatment.

The role of peroxiredoxin 1 (PRDX1), a crucial enzyme that reduces reactive oxygen and nitrogen species levels in HepG2 human hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cells, in the regulation of HCC cell stemness under oxidative stress and the underlying mechanisms remain largely unexplored. Here, we investigated the therapeutic potential of non-thermal plasma in targeting cancer stem cells (CSCs) in HCC, focusing on the mechanisms of resistance to oxidative stress and the role of PRDX1. By simulating oxidative stress conditions using the plasma-activated medium, we found that a reduction in PRDX1 levels resulted in a considerable increase in HepG2 cell apoptosis, suggesting that PRDX1 plays a key role in oxidative stress defense mechanisms in CSCs.

Bacillus subtilis JATP3 improved the immunity of weaned piglets by improving intestinal flora and producing citalopram.

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the ability of Bacillus subtilis JATP3 to stimulate immune response and improve intestinal health in piglets during the critical weaning period. Twelve 28-day-old weaned piglets were randomly divided into two groups. One group was fed a basal diet, while the other group was fed a basal diet supplemented with B.

Protective effects and mechanisms of deer blood phospholipids (DBP) on zearalenone-induced oxidative damage in swine Sertoli cells.

Background: The swine Sertoli cells (SCs) are more vulnerable to the environmental insults than other species. We observed that zearalenone (ZEA), a prevalent food contaminant, caused SCs oxidative damage and inhibits their proliferation. Therefore, a naturally occurring antioxidant, i.