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This study evaluates the effectiveness of synthetic elicitors in activating jasmonic acid (JA) and salicylic acid (SA) defense pathways in potato plants to combat the Colorado potato beetle. The findings reveal that these treatments can reduce defoliation and delay larval development, though efficacy is influenced by plant phenology and aphid co-infestation.
This study employs transcriptomic analysis to investigate the immune responses of Colorado potato beetle larvae, a major potato pest, against two entomopathogenic fungi used for biocontrol. The findings reveal pathogen-specific gene expression patterns in insect tissues, offering potential molecular targets for enhancing pest management strategies in potato production.
This study investigates the valorization of grey starch, a byproduct of potato processing, by converting it into organic acids and subsequently into microbial protein using Cupriavidus necator. The research evaluates growth kinetics and biomass yields to optimize the production of high-value protein from potato-derived waste streams.
This study evaluates biochemical, thermal, and elemental profiles of various potato cultivars to determine traits influencing industrial quality. It identifies correlations between starch composition, enzyme activity, and mineral content, providing criteria for selecting potatoes with optimal texture and processing characteristics.
This study investigates the impact of blending potato flour with teff and maize flours on the nutritional, physicochemical, and sensory qualities of injera. The research demonstrates that incorporating potato flour and optimizing fermentation time can enhance fiber content and provide a cost-effective, nutritionally beneficial alternative to traditional teff-based formulations.
This study uses hybrid QM/MM calculations to investigate the catalytic mechanism of potato epoxide hydrolase 1 (StEH1). It clarifies the roles of specific active-site residues and the three-step reaction process, providing insights for enzyme engineering and inhibitor design.
This study investigates the molecular basis for the selective toxicity of nicotinic insecticides by comparing nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs) in mammals and the peach-potato aphid (Myzus persicae). The research identifies specific amino acid differences in the ligand-docking pocket that contribute to insecticide sensitivity, which is relevant for developing targeted pest control strategies for potato crops.
This study identifies a novel Bacillus velezensis strain (DN539) isolated from potato fields that effectively suppresses major soft rot and blackleg pathogens, Pectobacterium brasiliense and Dickeya dianthicola. The biocontrol agent produces surfactin, which causes cellular leakage in the pathogens, and demonstrates potential for managing potato diseases in both field and postharvest storage conditions.
This study investigates the development of antimicrobial bioplastic films using a potato protein matrix reinforced with ε-polylysine hydrochloride and tannic acid. The resulting composite films show enhanced mechanical strength, barrier properties, and significant antimicrobial activity, offering a sustainable application for potato-derived proteins in food packaging.
This study identifies a novel cinnamic acid-hordenine hybrid derivative (compound I-3) that acts as a Type III secretion system (T3SS) inhibitor against Dickeya species. The compound effectively reduces the virulence of Dickeya dadantii 3937 in potato, offering a potential antivirulence strategy for controlling soft rot disease.