Opuntia ficus indica mucilage coatings regulate cell wall softening enzymes and delay the ripening of banana fruit stored at retail conditions
This study aimed to examine the efficacy of Opuntia ficus indica mucilage (OFIM) edible coating in minimizing softening in bananas under retail conditions. Mucilage was extracted from freshly harvested prickly pear cladodes and dried into a powder. Phenolic compounds in OFIM powder were quantified using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS). OFIM concentrations (1, 2 and 3 % (w/v)) were prepared, and their physicochemical properties were examined. The prepared coatings were applied to harvested banana fruit by dipping and stored at room temperature for 12 days. During the experiment, several parameters were measu...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - June 25, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Mawande Hugh Shinga Olaniyi Amos Fawole Source Type: research
Three R2R3-MYB transcription factors from banana (Musa acuminata) activate structural anthocyanin biosynthesis genes as part of an MBW complex
Bananas are one of the most popular fruits in the world, providing food security and employment opportunities in several developing countries. Increasing the anthocyanin content of banana fruit could improve t... (Source: BMC Research Notes)
Source: BMC Research Notes - June 13, 2023 Category: Research Authors: Mareike Busche, Boas Pucker, Bernd Weisshaar and Ralf Stracke Tags: Research Note Source Type: research
Antimicrobial mechanisms and secondary metabolite profiles of Streptomyces hygroscopicus subsp. hygroscopicus 5 –4 against banana fusarium wilt disease using metabolomics
Fusarium wilt of bananas (FWB) is seriously affecting the sustainable development of the banana industry and is caused by the devastating soil-borne fungus Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense tropical race 4 (Foc TR4). Biological control is a promising strategy for controlling Fusarium wilt in bananas. We previously identified Streptomyces hygroscopicus subsp. hygroscopicus 5–4 with strong antifungal activity against the FWB. The most possible antimicrobial mechanism of strain 5–4 was explored using the metabolomics approach, light microscopy imaging, and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The membrane integrity and...
Source: Frontiers in Microbiology - June 9, 2023 Category: Microbiology Source Type: research
Molecules, Vol. 28, Pages 4456: Antifungal Potential of Melaleuca alternifolia against Fungal Pathogen Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense Tropical Race 4
This study investigated the antifungal activities of tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) essential oil (TTO) and hydrosol (TTH) against Foc TR4 and their bioactive components. The potential of TTO and TTH in inhibiting the growth of Foc TR4 was evaluated in vitro using agar well diffusion and spore germination assays. Compared to the chemical fungicide, TTO effectively suppressed the mycelial growth of Foc TR4 at 69%. Both the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum fungicidal concentration (MFC) of TTO and TTH were established at 0.2 µg/µL and 50% v/v, respectively, suggesting the fung...
Source: Molecules - May 31, 2023 Category: Chemistry Authors: Pavitra Paramalingam Nadiya Akmal Baharum Janna Ong Abdullah Jeum Kyu Hong Noor Baity Saidi Tags: Article Source Type: research
Preparation of water ‐based flexography printing ink by KMnO4 modified activated carbon for fruit ripening control application
The comparison of banana shelf-life in the packaging between unprinted PP film (neat PP), printed PP film using activated carbon ink and modified activated carbon ink. AbstractEthylene is a type of gas that fruits and vegetables can produce naturally. The release of ethylene gas from fruits and vegetables causes them to ripen and undergo physical, chemical and biological changes, such as changes in the appearance in terms of shape and colour, changes in firmness and texture, changes in taste and changes in nutritional value. Furthermore, it also facilitates the growth of microorganisms. These changes lead to spoilage if th...
Source: Packaging Technology and Science - May 29, 2023 Category: Food Science Authors: Pachanat Nasomboon,
Noppon Somsesta,
Intatch Hongrattanavichit Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research
Lignocellulose nanofibrils/guar gum-based ethylene scavenging composite film integrated with zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 for food packaging
Int J Biol Macromol. 2023 May 25:125031. doi: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125031. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTEthylene, a ripening hormone, is critical in limiting the shelf life of fresh produce, specifically climacteric fruits and vegetables. A simple and benign fabrication approach is used to transform sugarcane bagasse, an agro-industrial waste into lignocellulosic nanofibrils (LCNF). In this investigation, biodegradable film was fabricated using LCNF (extracted from sugarcane bagasse) and guar gum (GG) which was reinforced with zeolitic imidazolate framework (ZIF)-8/zeolite. The LCNF/GG film not only acts as a biodegrad...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - May 27, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Afreen Sultana Lokesh Kumar Kirtiraj K Gaikwad Source Type: research
Development and characterization of active packaging based on chitosan/chitin nanofibers incorporated with scallion flower extract and its preservation in fresh-cut bananas
Int J Biol Macromol. 2023 May 23;242(Pt 3):125045. doi: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125045. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe aim of this study was to develop a novel active packaging using chitosan (CS) and esterified chitin nanofibers (CF) combined with different contents (1, 2 and 4 wt% on CS basis) of scallion flower extract (SFE) to protect banana samples. The addition of CF significantly improved the barrier and mechanical properties of the CS films (p < 0.05) due to hydrogen bonds and electrostatic interactions. Moreover, the addition of SFE not only improved the physical properties of the CS film but also improved t...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - May 25, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Cancan Xie Fenghui Wang Zichuan He Hongjie Tang Hanyu Li Jingjie Hou Yingzhu Liu Longwei Jiang Source Type: research
Development and characterization of active packaging based on chitosan/chitin nanofibers incorporated with scallion flower extract and its preservation in fresh-cut bananas
Int J Biol Macromol. 2023 May 23:125045. doi: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125045. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe aim of this study was to develop a novel active packaging using chitosan (CS) and esterified chitin nanofibers (CF) combined with different contents (1, 2 and 4 wt% on CS basis) of scallion flower extract (SFE) to protect banana samples. The addition of CF significantly improved the barrier and mechanical properties of the CS films (p < 0.05) due to hydrogen bonds and electrostatic interactions. Moreover, the addition of SFE not only improved the physical properties of the CS film but also improved the CS film...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - May 25, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Cancan Xie Fenghui Wang Zichuan He Hongjie Tang Hanyu Li Jingjie Hou Yingzhu Liu Longwei Jiang Source Type: research
Revealing the different resistance mechanisms of banana'Guijiao 9' to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense tropical race 4 using comparative proteomic analysis
In this study, iTRAQ (isobaric Tags for Relative and Absolute quantitation) was used to analyze the xylem proteomic data of banana roots from the resistant variety 'Guijiao 9' and susceptible variety 'Williams', and the differences in protein accumulation profiles between these two varieties at 24, 48, and 72 h after infection with Foc4 were compared. The identified proteins were analyzed by the protein WGCNA (Weighted Gene Correlation Network Analysis), and the differentially expressed proteins (DEPs) were verified by qRT-PCR experiments. Proteomic analysis showed that there were differences in the protein accumulation pr...
Source: Journal of Proteomics - May 23, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Hui Fang Cheng Zhong Jiaman Sun Huiling Chen Source Type: research
Manganese cobalt-MOF@carbon nanofiber-based non-enzymatic histamine sensor for the determination of food freshness
Anal Bioanal Chem. 2023 May 23. doi: 10.1007/s00216-023-04737-0. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTEarly detection of histamine in foodstuffs/beverages could be useful in preventing various diseases. In this work, we have prepared a free-standing hybrid mat based on manganese cobalt (2-methylimodazole)-metal organic frameworks (Mn-Co(2-MeIm)MOF) and carbon nanofibers (CNFs) and explored as a non-enzymatic electrochemical sensor for determining the freshness of fish and bananas based on histamine estimation. As-developed hybrid mat possesses high porosity with a large specific surface area and excellent hydrophilicity those all...
Source: Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry - May 23, 2023 Category: Chemistry Authors: Baban Dey Md Wasi Ahmad Bo Hye Kim Tahseen Kamal Duck-Joo Yang Chandra N Patra S K Safdar Hossain Arup Choudhury Source Type: research
Revealing the different resistance mechanisms of banana'Guijiao 9' to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense tropical race 4 using comparative proteomic analysis
In this study, iTRAQ (isobaric Tags for Relative and Absolute quantitation) was used to analyze the xylem proteomic data of banana roots from the resistant variety 'Guijiao 9' and susceptible variety 'Williams', and the differences in protein accumulation profiles between these two varieties at 24, 48, and 72 h after infection with Foc4 were compared. The identified proteins were analyzed by the protein WGCNA (Weighted Gene Correlation Network Analysis), and the differentially expressed proteins (DEPs) were verified by qRT-PCR experiments. Proteomic analysis showed that there were differences in the protein accumulation pr...
Source: Journal of Proteomics - May 23, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Hui Fang Cheng Zhong Jiaman Sun Huiling Chen Source Type: research
Manganese cobalt-MOF@carbon nanofiber-based non-enzymatic histamine sensor for the determination of food freshness
Anal Bioanal Chem. 2023 May 23. doi: 10.1007/s00216-023-04737-0. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTEarly detection of histamine in foodstuffs/beverages could be useful in preventing various diseases. In this work, we have prepared a free-standing hybrid mat based on manganese cobalt (2-methylimodazole)-metal organic frameworks (Mn-Co(2-MeIm)MOF) and carbon nanofibers (CNFs) and explored as a non-enzymatic electrochemical sensor for determining the freshness of fish and bananas based on histamine estimation. As-developed hybrid mat possesses high porosity with a large specific surface area and excellent hydrophilicity those all...
Source: Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry - May 23, 2023 Category: Chemistry Authors: Baban Dey Md Wasi Ahmad Bo Hye Kim Tahseen Kamal Duck-Joo Yang Chandra N Patra S K Safdar Hossain Arup Choudhury Source Type: research
MaBEL1 regulates banana fruit ripening by activating the cell wall and starch degradation-related genes
This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.PMID:37177912 | DOI:10.1111/jipb.13506 (Source: Journal of Integrative Plant Biology)
Source: Journal of Integrative Plant Biology - May 13, 2023 Category: Biology Authors: Zunyang Song Xiaoyang Zhu Xiuhua Lai Hangcong Chen Lihua Wang Yulin Yao Weixin Chen Xueping Li Source Type: research
MaBEL1 regulates banana fruit ripening by activating the cell wall and starch degradation-related genes
This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.PMID:37177912 | DOI:10.1111/jipb.13506 (Source: Journal of Integrative Plant Biology)
Source: Journal of Integrative Plant Biology - May 13, 2023 Category: Biology Authors: Zunyang Song Xiaoyang Zhu Xiuhua Lai Hangcong Chen Lihua Wang Yulin Yao Weixin Chen Xueping Li Source Type: research
MaBEL1 regulates banana fruit ripening by activating the cell wall and starch degradation-related genes
This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.PMID:37177912 | DOI:10.1111/jipb.13506 (Source: Journal of Integrative Plant Biology)
Source: Journal of Integrative Plant Biology - May 13, 2023 Category: Biology Authors: Zunyang Song Xiaoyang Zhu Xiuhua Lai Hangcong Chen Lihua Wang Yulin Yao Weixin Chen Xueping Li Source Type: research
