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This study models the seasonal dispersal of aphid vectors in Idaho seed potato fields to improve management of Potato virus Y (PVY). By identifying peaks in aphid abundance related to environmental factors, the research suggests optimized timing for protective measures like mineral oil applications and weed control to reduce infection risk during potato emergence.
This study characterizes the role of the StFKF1 gene in potato flowering and tuberization using CRISPR/Cas9-mediated gene editing. Knockout of StFKF1 delayed both flowering and tuber formation under long-day conditions, which correlated with altered expression of the florigen gene StSP3D and the tuberigen gene StSP6A.
This study evaluates the nutritional, bioactive, and sensory properties of a plant-based milk substitute formulated from a blend of potato, coconut, and peanut. The research highlights the potential of potato-derived ingredients in developing functional beverages with high antioxidant activity and health-promoting enzyme-inhibitory properties.
This study develops a prebiotic delivery system using Maillard conjugates of 2'-fucosyllactose and potato protein hydrolysate (PPH) to encapsulate resveratrol. The resulting crosslinked system enhances the colonic delivery of carbohydrates, peptides, and resveratrol, demonstrating a novel application for potato-derived proteins in food science and gut health.
This study investigates the effects of incorporating microalgae (Arthrospira platensis and Chlorella vulgaris) on the rheological, microstructural, and colorimetric properties of potato starch gels. The findings demonstrate that A. platensis reinforces the starch matrix to increase structural stability, whereas C. vulgaris acts as a filler that reduces flow barriers. This research provides valuable insights for potato-derived food science by showing how microalgae can be used to modify the physical properties of potato starch-based food systems.
This study identified 172 StHCa genes in the potato genome and characterized the role of StDRIP1 in drought stress response. Functional analysis revealed that StDRIP1 acts as a negative regulator of potato drought tolerance by repressing root growth, reducing antioxidant enzyme activities, and impairing osmotic homeostasis.
This scoping review maps the bioactive metabolites of Solanum tuberosum—including flavonoids, polyphenols, alkaloids, polysaccharides, and peptides—and evaluates their roles in wound healing and inflammation modulation. The study highlights molecular mechanisms such as the regulation of NF-κB and cytokines, while identifying key research gaps in standardization and clinical translation of potato-derived preparations.
This review synthesizes the complex regulatory networks governing potato (Solanum tuberosum) tuberization, highlighting the roles of epitranscriptomic modifications, chromatin remodeling, and metabolic reprogramming. It discusses the impact of climate warming on tuberization signals and the genetic challenges of autotetraploidy. Finally, it outlines how these insights can be applied to breeding climate-resilient cultivars using genome editing and diploid hybrid strategies.
This study investigates the use of potato peel waste from Solanum tuberosum cv. Spunta as a fermentation substrate for Bacillus velezensis B38 to produce antibacterial metabolites. The resulting extracts, containing oxydifficidin and surfactins, showed strong and stable antimicrobial activity against multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli. These findings demonstrate a viable strategy for valorizing potato processing by-products into high-value bioactive compounds.
This study optimizes a modified QuEChERS-based extraction and HPLC-PDA method for the determination of acrylamide in French fries. It also investigates the impact of different thermal processing methods (deep-fat frying, oven baking, and air frying) and oil types on acrylamide formation in potato matrices.