A bHLH Transcription Factor Confers Salinity Stress Tolerance in .

Basic helix-loop-helix (bHLH) proteins comprise a large family of transcription factors that are involved in plant growth and development, as well as responses to various types of environmental stress. (birch) is a pioneer tree species in secondary forest that plays a key role in maintaining ecosystem stability and forest regeneration, but few bHLHs involved in abiotic stress responses have been unveiled in birch. In this study, nine BpbHLH TFs related to stress responses in the birch genome were identified.

Mare milk and fermented mare milk alleviate DSS-induced ulcerative colitis in mice by reducing inflammation and modulating intestinal flora.

Mare milk (MM) and fermented mare milk (FM) are specialized animal milks with high nutritional value, containing a variety of functionally active substances that are capable of resisting inflammatory responses and oxidative stress. However, researches on the maintenance of intestinal homeostasis have been insufficient. This study aimed to investigate the effects of MM and FM on the prevention of DSS-induced ulcerative colitis in a mouse model and to preliminarily elucidate the underlying mechanisms.

Garlic peel extract as an antioxidant inhibits triple-negative breast tumor growth and angiogenesis by inhibiting cyclooxygenase-2 expression.

Garlic peels are frequently disposed of as agro-waste; their bioactivity and physiological activity for health benefits and disease protection are neglected. This study aims to examine the potential inhibitory effects of garlic peel extract as an antioxidant on 4 T1 triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) tumors in mice. The bioactive constituents of garlic peel were identified through HPLC-MS/MS analysis, while the antioxidant properties of garlic peel extract were assessed using peroxyl radical scavenging capacity (PSC) and cellular antioxidant activity (CAA) assays.

Four complete mitochondrial genomes of the subgenus (Diptera, Tipulidae, ) and implications for the higher phylogeny of the family Tipulidae.

The complete mitochondrial genomes of Tipula (Pterelachisus) cinereocincta mesacantha Alexander, 1934, T. (P.) legalis Alexander, 1933, T.

Synthesis and characterization of TiO/hydrochar matrix composites for enhanced ammonia degradation.

This study explores the limitations of TiO as a photocatalyst, focusing on its narrow bandwidth and high electron-hole complexation probabilities that restrict its applications. A novel one-pot synthesis method for TiO/hydrochar matrix composites is presented, with variations achieved through control of hydrothermal temperature, time, and loading concentration. The efficacy of these composites in ammonia removal is investigated, revealing optimal performance for the composite denoted as 3Ti-160-7, synthesized with a titanium salt concentration of 0.

Can ecological niche models be used to accurately predict the distribution of invasive insects? A case study of in China.

In recent decades, ecological niche models (ENMs) have been widely used to predict suitable habitats for species. However, for invasive organisms, the prediction accuracy is unclear. In this study, we employed the most widely used maximum entropy (MaxEnt) model and ensemble model (EM) Biomod2 and verified the practical effectiveness of the ENM in predicting the distribution areas of invasive insects based on the true occurrence of in China.

Analysis of roasted peanuts based on GC-MS combined with GC-IMS.

The present study used gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and gas chromatography-ion mobility spectrometry (GC-IMS) to separate and identify the characteristic volatile flavor substances in 30 roasted peanut samples. GC-MS identified 59 volatile compounds, and GC-IMS detected 61 volatile flavor substances. The 30 peanut varieties were then divided into four groups on the basis of their volatile flavor substances using principal component analysis (PCA), and a fingerprint profile of the varieties' volatile characteristics was established from information peaks identified in the spectra.

Morphological characteristics and phylogenetic evidence reveal two new species and the first report of (Pleosporaceae, Pleosporales) on dicotyledonous plants from China.

Two novel species were identified from dicotyledonous plants ( sp. and ) in China. The results were supported by morphological characters and Maximum Likelihood (ML) and Bayesian Inference (BI) analyses.

First report of (Ascomycota, Hypocreaceae) causing cobweb disease on .

, a type of ectomycorrhizal fungi distributed widely in the world, is also an essential category for researching bioactive substances and pharmacological functions. We discovered fruitbodies of covered in a layer of white mycelium in 2020. , a pathogenic fungus related to cobweb disease, was isolated and identified based on morphological and phylogenetic features.

Evaluation and identification of morphological characters suitable for delimitation of species distributed in northeastern China.

germplasm resources in northeastern China are not current and do not accurately reflect the actual distribution of the species. The objective of this study was to investigate the morphological traits of species distributed in northeastern China and identify those that will facilitate their classification in this region. Leaf, flower, and achene characteristics of 18 species were used for morphological classification.

Bionic research on scales for drag reduction.

Drag reduction is a key problem in marine vehicles and fluid transportation industries. Reducing drag strategies and mechanisms need to be further investigated. To explore a bionic approach for reducing flow resistance, experimental and numerical simulation research was conducted to study the drag reduction characteristics of the surface microstructure.

Cyanidin-3-galactoside from ameliorates silica-induced pulmonary fibrosis by modulating the TGF-β/mTOR and NRF2/HO-1 pathways.

Cyanidin-3-galactoside (C3G), the most abundant anthocyanin in a, has many beneficial health effects, such as antioxidation. C3G was extracted from and applied (100, 200, and 400 mg/kg body weight) to 50-μl silica particles (SP) solution-exposed mice to research its antifibrotic properties using histological analysis, hydroxyproline assay, quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction, and western blot analysis. The results showed that C3G treatment significantly ameliorated pulmonary fibrosis and cell infiltration into the lungs of mice.

Preparation of a bionic lotus leaf microstructured surface and its drag reduction performance.

Reducing machinery surface friction resistance can improve the efficiency of energy utilization. The lotus leaf, as everyone knows, has a strong capacity for self-cleaning and hydrophobicity. In this paper, the bionic surface of the lotus leaf was prepared in large-area, and its drag reduction performance was studied by both numerical simulation and experimental analysis.

Effects of potato and sweet potato flour addition on properties of wheat flour and dough, and bread quality.

The effects of 10%-30% of wheat flour substitution with potato flour (PF) and sweet potato flour (SPF) on the flour and dough properties, the total polyphenol (TPC), and carotenoid contents (TCC) of bread, as well as their correlation with bread texture and starch digestibility, were investigated. With PF and SPF addition, the peak, breakdown, and setback viscosity of the flour decreased. The addition of PF and SPF reduced the dough formation and stabilization duration, as well as the hardness of the bread.

Macquart (Diptera, Limoniidae) from Xizang, China.

One new species of the subgenus Eriocera Macquart,1838, Hexatoma (Eriocera) xizangensis is described and illustrated from Xizang, China. The following four species are re-described and reported from Xizang for the first time: H. (E.

Variations in the structural and functional properties of flaxseed gum from six different flaxseed cultivars.

Although flaxseed gum (FG) has been widely studied, the differences in its structure and function with respect to various flaxseed cultivars remain unclear. In this study, our objective was to examine the differences between FG samples obtained from different flaxseed cultivars based on their structural and functional properties. Specifically, FG samples from the different cultivars were extracted via hot water extraction followed by ethanol precipitation.

Assessment of the phytochemical profile and antioxidant activities of eight kiwi berry ( (Siebold & Zuccarini) Miquel) varieties in China.

The kiwi berry () is a new product on the market that expanding worldwide acceptance and consumption. This widespread interest has created an increasing demand to identify the nutritional and health benefits of kiwi berry. Many studies are being actively conducted to investigate the composition and health-promoting effects of kiwi berry.

Intermittent fasting suppressed splenic CD205+ G-MDSC accumulation in a murine breast cancer model by attenuating cell trafficking and inducing apoptosis.

Immune-based interventions are the most promising approach for new cancer treatments to achieve long-term cancer-free survival. However, the expansion of myeloid-derived suppression cells (MDSCs) attenuates the therapeutic potential of immunotherapy. We recently showed that CD205+ granulocytic MDSCs (G-MDSCs), but not T cells, are sensitive to glucose deficiency.

Three new species (Agaricales, Basidiomycota) from north-eastern China, supported by morphological and molecular data.

Three new species, , and , were discovered in the northeast of China. is morphologically characterised by its grey to yellowish-grey pileus, decurrent lamellae, grey to yellowish-brown stipe, yellowish-grey context, ellipsoid basidiospores with irregular warts and lack of hymenial cystidia. is mainly characterised by its greyish-brown pileus, adnexed to adnate lamellae, greyish-yellow context, fusiform cystidia and almost reticulate basidiospores.

Synergistic effects of copper and ethylene on resveratrol synthesis in peanuts.

This study aimed to investigate the effects of exogenous copper and ethylene on resveratrol biosynthesis in peanut buds. In this study, different concentrations of copper sulfate and ethephon were used to induce peanut bud roots. Resveratrol content was determined using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).

Effects of enzymatic treatments on the hydrolysis and antigenicity reduction of natural cow milk.

Cow milk (CM) allergy is one of the most common food allergies worldwide; the most abundant CM proteins, such as casein (CN), β-lactoglobulin (β-LG), and ɑ-lactalbumin (ɑ-LA), are all potentially allergenic. Reducing the antigenicity of CM continues to be a major challenge. However, previous studies have focused on the antigenicity of individual allergic CM proteins.

Evaluation of resistance to powdery mildew and identification of resistance genes in wheat cultivars.

Wheat powdery mildew, caused by the biotrophic fungus f. sp. (), is a serious disease of wheat worldwide that can cause significant yield losses.