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This study evaluates the use of potato starch alongside rice and pea starches to stabilize flaxseed protein emulsion gels for dysphagia-friendly food applications. The research highlights that potato starch (Type B crystalline) produces gels with superior hardness, water-holding capacity, and structural density compared to the other starch types.
This study explores the use of silica nanoparticles as nanocarriers for dsRNA to induce RNA interference (RNAi) against Potato Virus Y (PVY). The research demonstrates that ultraporous mesostructured silica nanoparticles (UMNs) effectively deliver therapeutic dsRNA, significantly reducing disease incidence and improving crop health in field conditions.
This review discusses advancements in doubled haploid (DH) technology and CRISPR/Cas9-based haploid induction for solanaceous crops, including potatoes. It highlights the importance of optimizing in vivo and in vitro protocols to accelerate breeding for biotic and abiotic stress resilience.
This review examines virus-encoded RNA silencing suppressors (VSRs) in Solanaceous crops, including potatoes, focusing on their mechanisms for overcoming host antiviral defenses. It explores the role of VSRs in viral pathogenesis, host-protein coevolution, and the potential for leveraging these interactions to develop sustainable disease management strategies.
This study employs untargeted metabolomics to identify and profile steroidal glycoalkaloids (SGAs) and related metabolites in potato leaves. The research compares different extraction methods to enhance the detection of these specialized metabolites, which are critical for potato defense and quality.
This study investigates the role of extracellular vesicle (EV)-associated miRNAs in tomato plants during Potato virus Y (PVY) infection, a major pathogen affecting potato production. The research identifies specific miRNAs and pathways involved in the Solanaceous antiviral immune response, providing valuable insights into host-pathogen interactions relevant to potato pathology.
This study evaluates the antifungal activity of Bacillus velezensis strains and their cyclic lipopeptides against major potato pathogens, including Alternaria solani (early blight) and Fusarium sambucinum (dry rot). The research demonstrates that these lipopeptides, particularly iturin, inhibit spore germination and disrupt fungal cell membranes, offering potential for biocontrol strategies in potato disease management.
This study investigates the effects of seed coatings containing plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) on the growth and yield of Solanum tuberosum. The research demonstrates that PGPR treatments enhance soil nutrient availability, improve photosynthetic rates, and significantly increase tuber biomass and nutrient translocation, offering a sustainable strategy for potato production.
This study evaluates the mechanical recyclability of thermoplastic starch (TPS) blends derived from potato, wheat, and cassava starches. The research demonstrates that potato-based TPS/PVA compounds maintain stable mechanical performance and toughness over ten recycling cycles, making them a viable option for circular economy applications in bioplastics.
This study investigates the ASMT/COMT gene family involved in melatonin biosynthesis across various species, including diploid and tetraploid Solanum tuberosum. The research highlights a unique dosage balance mechanism in polyploid potatoes where copy number variations and expression levels are coordinated to regulate melatonin levels.