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This study evaluated biodegradable starch/PBAT packaging films modified with steam-exploded wheat bran and corn husk by-products. In fresh-cut potato packaging trials, the films reduced polyphenol oxidase (PPO) activity by 20%, effectively delaying enzymatic browning and helping maintain the sensory quality of the stored potatoes.
This study investigates the use of kojic acid and ε-poly-L-lysine to suppress potato common scab caused by Streptomyces scabies. The research demonstrates that these compounds reduce disease severity through direct antibacterial activity and by remodeling the tuber-associated microbiome and soil environment.
Researchers identified StSOAK1 as a negative regulator of immunity in potato that controls ROS production by phosphorylating the enzyme StRBOHB. Gene editing of StSOAK1 enhances resistance to Phytophthora infestans and Botrytis cinerea by stabilizing StRBOHB and boosting the immune-related ROS burst.
This study evaluates alkaline electrolyzed water (AEW) as an eco-friendly alternative for modifying potato starch, comparing its effects on structural and physicochemical properties with traditional alkaline treatments. The results indicate that AEW effectively alters starch crystallinity, solubility, and stability, offering a sustainable method for potato starch processing.
This study explores the impact of fortifying potato purée with various algal biomasses to enhance its nutritional and functional properties. It evaluates how different algae species affect the rheological, textural, and structural characteristics of the potato starch matrix compared to traditional hydrocolloids.
This paper examines the evolutionary history and global spread of Phytophthora infestans, the pathogen responsible for potato late blight, using historical herbarium specimens and modern genomic data. It identifies key genetic lineages and tracks changes in virulence genes over time to improve disease surveillance and management strategies for potato crops.
This study evaluated the effects of different biochar particle sizes on potato production, source-sink relationships, and soil micro-environments under varying precipitation patterns in rainfed farmland. Moderate particle size biochar (0.5–2.0 mm) significantly enhanced potato tuber yield, precipitation use efficiency, and nitrogen use efficiency. Furthermore, it effectively reduced soil N2O emissions and nitrogen leaching, offering a sustainable practice for potato cultivation in semiarid regions.
This study investigates the impact of supplemental red-blue LED lighting on potato yield, physiology, and tuber quality in a multi-layer greenhouse system. Using transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic analyses, the authors showed that LED supplementation enhances photosynthetic activity and sugar metabolism while down-regulating stress-responsive pathways and glycoalkaloid levels. These findings provide molecular insights into how artificial lighting optimizes potato growth and nutritional value.
This clinical study evaluated the tolerability and gut microbiome impacts of resistant potato starch (RPS) supplementation in post-bariatric surgery patients. The RPS supplement was well-tolerated and significantly enriched beneficial gut bacteria, particularly members of the genus *Bifidobacterium*. These findings demonstrate the health potential and functionality of potato-derived resistant starch in dietary interventions.
This study investigates how plant genotype and tuber compartments (heel and eye) shape the assembly, stability, and functional specialization of seed potato microbiomes across different environments and years. The authors identified a persistent core microbiome whose compartment-specific functional traits strongly correlate with potato growth-related performance. These findings highlight the role of tuber compartments as ecological filters and identify key microbial targets for enhancing potato resilience and crop yield.