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This study evaluates potato starch as a fat replacer in low-fat pork sausages, highlighting its high amylose content and superior water-retention capacities. The results demonstrate that potato starch improves the texture and moisture retention of sausages without negatively impacting their flavor profile.
This study investigates how post-harvest storage of Solanum tuberosum cultivars affects the physical and chemical properties of deep-fried potato mashes. The research highlights cultivar-specific changes in firmness and oil absorption during storage, suggesting that cell wall modifications rather than starch composition drive these quality differences.
This study identifies and characterizes four 'Candidatus Phytoplasma' species associated with potato purple top disease in Iran using molecular analysis of multiple genes. The findings provide a comprehensive survey of phytoplasma strains affecting potato crops in the region, which is crucial for disease management and understanding pathogen biology.
This study investigates the role of pectate lyase (PeL) genes in the pathogenicity of Ditylenchus destructor, a major potato rot nematode. The research identifies specific acidic and alkaline PeL isoforms and suggests that the nematode modulates host microenvironment pH to optimize enzymatic activity for successful infection.
This study explores the evolution and functional role of Nucleoside Diphosphate Kinases (NDPK) in the Solanaceae family, specifically focusing on potato (Solanum tuberosum). It identifies StNDPK3 as a key mitochondrial isoform in potato tubers that regulates redox homeostasis and suppresses reactive oxygen species (ROS) production by linking nucleotide metabolism to mitochondrial energy states.
This study investigates the physiological defense responses of potato leaves to Colorado potato beetle feeding, specifically focusing on changes in Photosystem II efficiency and photoprotective mechanisms. The research highlights how herbivory induces non-photochemical quenching and hydrogen peroxide production as signaling molecules in the plant's biotic stress response.
This study uses untargeted metabolomics to compare the root metabolic responses of resistant and susceptible potato cultivars to powdery scab infection. It identifies glutathione metabolism, specifically the accumulation of cysteinyl-glycine, as a key biochemical mechanism underlying host resistance.
This study investigates the role of protein tyrosine nitration in potato immunity against Phytophthora infestans, identifying β-1,3-glucanase as a key target. The research demonstrates that peroxynitrite-mediated nitration inhibits the enzyme's activity, suggesting that this post-translational modification acts as a regulatory mechanism in the potato's defense response.
This study evaluates the impact of varying phosphorus and potassium fertilizer rates on the yield, yield components, and nutrient accumulation of Solanum tuberosum in Ethiopia. The research identifies optimal fertilizer combinations to maximize marketable tuber yield and improve nutrient status in both shoot and tuber tissues.
This study explores the valorization of potato processing byproducts, such as peels and washing slurries, to create nanostructured additives and thermoplastic starch matrices for bioplastics. The research demonstrates that incorporating these potato-derived nanoadditives significantly improves the mechanical strength and water resistance of the resulting starch-based composite films.