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Researchers identified StCYP90C1 as a key gene regulating potato plant architecture through brassinosteroid biosynthesis. The study demonstrates that mutations in this gene lead to dwarfism and curled leaves, offering important genetic insights for improving potato breeding programs.
This study demonstrates that moderate ectopic expression of the NLP27 peptide in potato enhances resistance to Phytophthora infestans and Streptomyces scabies by activating defense-related genes and immune responses. The research identifies a balance where transgenic lines achieve significant disease protection without the yield penalties associated with higher expression levels.
This research explores the use of a potato starch and psyllium-based system as a carrier for encapsulating bioactive compounds in functional food products. The study demonstrates that potato starch helps maintain the structural, textural, and rheological integrity of the food matrix while protecting sensitive plant extracts during processing and storage.
This study evaluates the impact of partial baking and frozen storage on the quality, volatile profile, and glycemic index of traditional Turkish breads, including a potato-based variety. The findings suggest that par-baking is a viable technology for maintaining the quality and nutritional benefits of potato-incorporated bread products during storage.
This study investigates the impact of moderate drought and the application of a film-forming antitranspirant on potato tuberization and yield. The results show that while drought negatively affects leaf water content and tuber set, the antitranspirant helps mitigate these effects by improving plant water status and increasing the number of marketable tubers.
This study characterizes Fusarium species responsible for dry rot in stored potato tubers in Algeria, identifying key pathogens such as F. sambucinum and F. redolens. The research integrates morphological, molecular, and pathogenicity assessments to demonstrate that isolate frequency does not necessarily correlate with disease severity in potato storage systems.
This study develops a hyperspectral estimation framework to monitor vertical leaf nitrogen content (LNC) in potato canopies using fractional-order derivatives and optimized spectral indices. The research demonstrates that three-band indices significantly improve the accuracy of LNC detection across different canopy layers, providing a method for assessing nitrogen status and functional heterogeneity in potato crops.
This study identifies the blue light receptor StCRY1 and the transcription factor StHY5 as central regulators of chlorophyll and steroidal glycoalkaloid (SGA) biosynthesis in potato tubers. It reveals a molecular mechanism where StCRY1 coordinates these processes through a bifurcated pathway involving StHY5 and StMYB4, providing potential targets for reducing post-harvest tuber greening and toxicity.
This study identifies Pectobacterium aroidearum as a highly aggressive cause of potato soft rot in China and characterizes its virulence factors. Researchers discovered a unique type 1 fimbriae-encoding cluster (fim) that is essential for bacterial adhesion, biofilm formation, and full pathogenicity in potato tubers.
This study investigates the physical modification of potato starch gels using moisture regulation and short-term retrogradation to improve the quality of potato starch-based foods. The treatment enhanced the gel's structural network, crystallinity, and thermal stability, providing a method to produce high-quality potato starch noodles without chemical additives.