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View article: Hyperspectral measurements of Cannabis sativa fan leaves during early floral development predict final cannabinoid yield
Hyperspectral measurements of Cannabis sativa fan leaves during early floral development predict final cannabinoid yield Open
Accurate, non-destructive prediction of cannabinoid concentrations in Cannabis sativa is critical for optimising crop value and ensuring regulatory compliance in the industrial and medicinal cannabis sectors. In this study, we demonstrate …
View article: Structural and Functional Properties of Fiber From Psyllium ( <i>Plantago ovata</i> ) Husk: Current Knowledge and Strategies to Expand Its Application in Food and Beyond
Structural and Functional Properties of Fiber From Psyllium ( <i>Plantago ovata</i> ) Husk: Current Knowledge and Strategies to Expand Its Application in Food and Beyond Open
Psyllium husk fiber, from the milled surface of Plantago ovata seeds, is known for its high viscosity and gelling capacity, making it a widespread health supplement with benefits for satiety, glycemic control, gastrointestinal and cardiova…
View article: Exploring arbuscular mycorrhizal colonization in Agave tequilana: Insights into mycorrhizal partnerships of an emerging crop
Exploring arbuscular mycorrhizal colonization in Agave tequilana: Insights into mycorrhizal partnerships of an emerging crop Open
This study explores the arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi associations of Agave tequilana , an emerging crop with significant commercial potential that is increasingly being grown outside its native distribution in the arid regions of the …
View article: Transcription Profiling of Glycosyltransferases in <i>Vitis vinifera</i> Cultivars Following Smoke Exposure
Transcription Profiling of Glycosyltransferases in <i>Vitis vinifera</i> Cultivars Following Smoke Exposure Open
Smoke taint is a fault that can occur in wines made from smoke-affected grapes. Smoke taint research has largely focused on chemical and sensory analysis and mitigation strategies, with limited attention to underlying molecular responses. …
View article: New crops on the block: effective strategies to broaden our food, fibre, and fuel repertoire in the face of increasingly volatile agricultural systems
New crops on the block: effective strategies to broaden our food, fibre, and fuel repertoire in the face of increasingly volatile agricultural systems Open
Climate change poses significant challenges to our ability to keep a growing global population fed, clothed, and fuelled. This review sets the scene by summarizing the impacts of climate change on production of the major grain crop species…
View article: Water conservation and assimilation is driven by stomatal behaviour in industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.)
Water conservation and assimilation is driven by stomatal behaviour in industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) Open
View article: Potential of black soldier fly larvae frass (BSFL) as a novel fertilizer: impacts on tomato growth, nutrient uptake, and mycorrhizal formation
Potential of black soldier fly larvae frass (BSFL) as a novel fertilizer: impacts on tomato growth, nutrient uptake, and mycorrhizal formation Open
Background and Aims The growing rates of production of edible insects is leading to an increase in the availability of insect frass, comprising mostly the solid excretions of larvae and undigested substrate. Insect frass is considered a no…
View article: Contrasting impacts of <i>Plantago ovata</i> fibre fractions on corn starch structure and digestibility
Contrasting impacts of <i>Plantago ovata</i> fibre fractions on corn starch structure and digestibility Open
This study demonstrates that distinct psyllium fractions differentially modulate starch gel functionality, microstructure, and health-related properties, enabling targeted food innovation.
View article: <i>In planta</i> ectopic expression of two subtypes of tomato <i>cellulose synthase-like M</i> genes affects cell wall integrity and supports a role in arabinogalactan and/or rhamnogalacturonan-I biosynthesis
<i>In planta</i> ectopic expression of two subtypes of tomato <i>cellulose synthase-like M</i> genes affects cell wall integrity and supports a role in arabinogalactan and/or rhamnogalacturonan-I biosynthesis Open
Diversification of the cellulose synthase superfamily of glycosyltransferases has provided plants with the ability to synthesize varied cell wall polysaccharides such as xyloglucan, mannans, and the mixed-linkage glucans of cereals. Surpri…
View article: The influence of mucilage-rich flours from diverse Australian Plantago species on the pasting, storage, and gluten-free breadmaking properties of rice flour
The influence of mucilage-rich flours from diverse Australian Plantago species on the pasting, storage, and gluten-free breadmaking properties of rice flour Open
View article: A gentle introduction to pangenomics
A gentle introduction to pangenomics Open
Pangenomes have emerged in response to limitations associated with traditional linear reference genomes. In contrast to a traditional reference that is (usually) assembled from a single individual, pangenomes aim to represent all of the ge…
View article: Saltbush seedlings (Atriplex spp.) shed border-like cells from closed-type root apical meristems
Saltbush seedlings (Atriplex spp.) shed border-like cells from closed-type root apical meristems Open
Australian saltbush (Atriplex spp.) survive in exceptionally saline environments and are often used for pasture in semi-arid areas. To investigate the impact of salinity on saltbush root morphology and root exudates, three Australian nativ…
View article: Barriers and Facilitators to Managing Social Care in the Digital Era Among Michigan Health Centers
Barriers and Facilitators to Managing Social Care in the Digital Era Among Michigan Health Centers Open
There is widespread interest in understanding the role of health care in meeting social needs. This study examines community-wide activities, resources, and information technology used to manage social care.
View article: Glycosyl transferase <scp>GT2</scp> genes mediate the biosynthesis of an unusual (1,3;1,4)‐β‐glucan exopolysaccharide in the bacterium <i>Sarcina ventriculi</i>
Glycosyl transferase <span>GT2</span> genes mediate the biosynthesis of an unusual (1,3;1,4)‐β‐glucan exopolysaccharide in the bacterium <i>Sarcina ventriculi</i> Open
Linear, unbranched (1,3;1,4)‐β‐glucans (mixed‐linkage glucans or MLGs) are commonly found in the cell walls of grasses, but have also been detected in basal land plants, algae, fungi and bacteria. Here we show that two family GT2 glycosylt…
View article: Dietary fibre from seeds of Australia native Plantago species as modulators of quality and glycaemic response in starch gels
Dietary fibre from seeds of Australia native Plantago species as modulators of quality and glycaemic response in starch gels Open
Dietary fibre (DF) is a non-digestible nutrient which has important roles in the digestive system including mantaining regularity, and reducing the risk of certain cancers and non-communicable diseases, such as metabolic syndrome. Even tho…
View article: CLAW: An automated Snakemake workflow for the assembly of chloroplast genomes from long-read data
CLAW: An automated Snakemake workflow for the assembly of chloroplast genomes from long-read data Open
Chloroplasts are photosynthetic organelles in algal and plant cells that contain their own genome. Chloroplast genomes are commonly used in evolutionary studies and taxonomic identification and are increasingly becoming a target for crop i…
View article: Imprinted gene alterations in the kidneys of growth restricted offspring may be mediated by a long non-coding RNA
Imprinted gene alterations in the kidneys of growth restricted offspring may be mediated by a long non-coding RNA Open
Altered epigenetic mechanisms have been previously reported in growth restricted offspring whose mothers experienced environmental insults during pregnancy in both human and rodent studies. We previously reported changes in the expression …
View article: M19 Management of uncontrolled asthma in pregnancy: challenges and concerns
M19 Management of uncontrolled asthma in pregnancy: challenges and concerns Open
Introduction Management of uncontrolled, moderate-to-severe asthma during pregnancy can be challenging. Despite advances in treatments, a limited evidence base and potential maternal and foetal risks can result in clinician uncertainty and…
View article: S62 Watching and waiting: outcomes among patients with severe asthma demonstrating partial response to monoclonal antibody therapy over 2 years
S62 Watching and waiting: outcomes among patients with severe asthma demonstrating partial response to monoclonal antibody therapy over 2 years Open
Introduction Super-response (SR), defined as a cessation of oral corticosteroid (OCS) therapy and elimination of exacerbation, is a key treatment goal among patients with severe asthma (SA) on monoclonal antibody (mAb) therapy. Key predict…
View article: P128 Healthcare professional-led de-escalation of background therapies for severe asthma among monoclonal super-responders
P128 Healthcare professional-led de-escalation of background therapies for severe asthma among monoclonal super-responders Open
Introduction There is evidence to support healthcare professional (HCP) led de-escalation of background therapies without loss of asthma control in severe asthma (SA) patients with 'Super-Response' (SR) – cessation of maintenance oral cort…
View article: The potential of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) as an emerging drought resistant fibre crop
The potential of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) as an emerging drought resistant fibre crop Open
Background Periods of drought are projected to increase in intensity and frequency across many parts of the world, affecting freshwater availability for agriculture and limiting cropping productivity. Exploring innovative opportunities to …
View article: Non‐invasive assessment of cultivar and sex of <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L. by means of hyperspectral measurement
Non‐invasive assessment of cultivar and sex of <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L. by means of hyperspectral measurement Open
Cannabis sativa L. is a versatile crop attracting increasing attention for food, fiber, and medical uses. As a dioecious species, males and females are visually indistinguishable during early growth. For seed or cannabinoid production, a h…
View article: Natural variation in HvAT10 underlies grain cell wall-esterified phenolic acid content in cultivated barley
Natural variation in HvAT10 underlies grain cell wall-esterified phenolic acid content in cultivated barley Open
The phenolic acids, ferulic acid and p -coumaric acid, are components of plant cell walls in grasses, including many of our major food crops. They have important health-promoting properties in grain, and influence the digestibility of biom…
View article: A chromosome-level genome assembly of Plantago ovata
A chromosome-level genome assembly of Plantago ovata Open
Plantago ovata is cultivated for production of its seed husk (psyllium). When wet, the husk transforms into a mucilage with properties suitable for pharmaceutical industries, utilised in supplements for controlling blood cholesterol levels…
View article: Fatty acid esterification process
Fatty acid esterification process Open
The invention relates to the utilization of fatty acid feedstocks with substantial free fatty acid content in the production of biodiesel by the use of microbial enzymes.
View article: Identification of candidate MYB transcription factors that influence CslF6 expression in barley grain
Identification of candidate MYB transcription factors that influence CslF6 expression in barley grain Open
(1,3;1,4)-β-Glucan is a non-cellulosic polysaccharide required for correct barley grain fill and plant development, with industrial relevance in the brewing and the functional food sector. Barley grains contain higher levels of (1,3;1,4)-β…
View article: Industrial hemp seed: from the field to value-added food ingredients
Industrial hemp seed: from the field to value-added food ingredients Open
View article: The first long-read nuclear genome assembly of Oryza australiensis, a wild rice from northern Australia
The first long-read nuclear genome assembly of Oryza australiensis, a wild rice from northern Australia Open
Oryza australiensis is a wild rice native to monsoonal northern Australia. The International Oryza Map Alignment Project emphasises its significance as the sole representative of the EE genome clade. Assembly of the O. australiensis genome…
View article: The role of oxidative stress in seed priming to improve germination and vigour
The role of oxidative stress in seed priming to improve germination and vigour Open
Seed priming improves germination, but responses vary with procedure and plant used, potentially from differential responses in oxidative pathways. This study targeted oxidative pathways in seed priming, using hydrogen peroxide (H 2 O 2 ),…
View article: Rain events at maturity severely impact the seed quality of psyllium (<i>Plantago ovata</i> Forssk.)
Rain events at maturity severely impact the seed quality of psyllium (<i>Plantago ovata</i> Forssk.) Open
Plantago ovata Forssk. is an emerging crop yielding psyllium husk, a material comprised of hydrophilic polysaccharides that form mucilage upon wetting. Psyllium husk has important industrial uses including as a dietary fibre supplement and…