Joint analysis of transcriptional metabolism for flavonoid synthesis during different developmental periods in oil palm exocarp.

To identify candidate genes for breeding oil palm varieties with high flavonoid content through molecular biotechnology, this study analyzed the metabolomes and transcriptomes of oil palm exocarp at different developmental stages using LC-MS/MS and RNA-Seq techniques. The green fruiting type (FS) oil palm exocarp at 95 days (FS1), 125 days (FS2), and 185 days (FS3) after pollination served as the materials. The enzyme genes F3H, CHS, ANS, and DFR were positively correlated with Quercetin-3-O-sambubioside.

Deciphering the molecular mechanisms of oil palm lipid metabolism through combined metabolomics and transcriptomics.

Oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) is a vital tropical crop widely utilized in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, owing to its high oil yield and economic importance. Understanding the dynamic lipid composition changes and regulatory mechanisms driving lipid biosynthesis during fruit development is crucial for enhancing oil quality and productivity. This study employed a comprehensive metabolomic and transcriptomic analysis to identify key regulators of lipid biosynthesis in oil palm.

Optimization of the fermentation culture conditions of ck-05 using response surface methodology.

is widely recognized for its potential as a biofertilizer and biocontrol agent in agriculture due to its plant growth-promoting (PGP) mechanisms. However, the practical application of this bacterium is often limited by suboptimal fermentation conditions, which hinder its growth and efficacy. While numerous studies have optimized growth conditions for various strains of , the novelty of this work lies in the systematic optimization of fermentation conditions for ck-05, a strain obtained from a culture collection, and its potential application as a biofertilizer.

Fatty Acid and Lipid Metabolism in Oil Palm: From Biochemistry to Molecular Mechanisms.

Oil palm () is a cornerstone of the economy in many countries due to its unparalleled ability to produce high yields of oil, making it a critical crop among oil-producing fruits. This review aims to elucidate the processes involved in fatty acid formation and synthesis, which are essential components of palm oil, and to examine the changes these fatty acids undergo during fruit growth and ripening. Additionally, we highlight the genes and molecular mechanisms governing fatty acid metabolism, which hold significant potential for influencing oil composition and quality.

Transcriptional and metabolic analysis of oleic acid synthesis in seedless and tenera oil palm species.

The oil palm ( Jacq.) is a perennial oilseed crop whose mesocarp produces palm oil rich in the unsaturated fatty acid oleic acid, known for its oxidative stability and cardiovascular health benefits. However, the regulatory mechanisms and pathways responsible for variations in oleic acid biosynthesis during fruit development remain inadequately elucidated.

Unraveling the response of secondary metabolites to cold tolerance in oil palm by integration of physiology and metabolomic analyses.

Background: Oil palm (Elaeis guineensis), a tropical crop, is highly sensitive to temperature fluctuations, with low temperatures significantly limiting its growth, development, and geographical distribution. Understanding the adaptive mechanisms of oil palm under low-temperature stress is essential for developing cold-tolerant varieties. This study focused on analyzing the physiological and metabolomic responses of annual thin-shell oil palm seedlings to low-temperature exposure (8 °C) for different time periods: 0 h (CK), 0.

Exploring the density and morphology of coconut structures at two locations: a time-based analysis using computer tomography.

Background: The study aimed to observe the internal structure of coconuts from two locations (coastal and non-coastal) using computed tomography (CT).

Methods: Seventy-six mature coconuts were collected from Wenchang and Ding'an cities in Hainan Province. These coconuts were scanned four times using CT, with a two-week interval between each scan.

Preliminary study on the association between lignan metabolites and CT non-destructive testing of coconut fruit at different developmental stages.

Lignans play a crucial role in maintaining plant growth, development, metabolism and stress resistance. Computed tomography (CT) imaging technology can be used to explore the internal structure and morphology of plants, and understanding the correlation between the two is highly significant. In this study, the content of lignan metabolites in coconut water was determined using liquid chromatography.

Unveiling the Secrets of Oil Palm Genetics: A Look into Omics Research.

Oil palm is a versatile oil crop with numerous applications. Significant progress has been made in applying histological techniques in oil palm research in recent years. Whole genome sequencing of oil palm has been carried out to explain the function and structure of the order genome, facilitating the development of molecular markers and the construction of genetic maps, which are crucial for studying important traits and genetic resources in oil palm.

Multi-Omics Approaches in Oil Palm Research: A Comprehensive Review of Metabolomics, Proteomics, and Transcriptomics Based on Low-Temperature Stress.

Oil palm ( Jacq.) is a typical tropical oil crop with a temperature of 26-28 °C, providing approximately 35% of the total world's vegetable oil. Growth and productivity are significantly affected by low-temperature stress, resulting in inhibited growth and substantial yield losses.

Oil Palm AP2 Subfamily Gene Improves Salt Stress Tolerance in Transgenic Tobacco Plants.

AP2/ERF transcription factor genes play an important role in regulating the responses of plants to various abiotic stresses, such as cold, drought, high salinity, and high temperature. However, less is known about the function of oil palm AP2/ERF genes. We previously obtained 172 AP2/ERF genes of oil palm and found that the expression of was significantly up-regulated under salinity, cold, or drought stress conditions.

Metabonomics and Transcriptomic Analysis of Free Fatty Acid Synthesis in Seedless and Tenera Oil Palm.

Oil palm, a tropical woody oil crop, is widely used in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals due to its high production efficiency and economic value. Palm oil is rich in free fatty acids, polyphenols, vitamin E, and other nutrients, which are beneficial for human health when consumed appropriately. Therefore, investigating the dynamic changes in free fatty acid content at different stages of development and hypothesizing the influence of regulatory genes on free fatty acid metabolism is crucial for improving palm oil quality and accelerating industry growth.

Catalase (CAT) Gene Family in Oil Palm ( Jacq.): Genome-Wide Identification, Analysis, and Expression Profile in Response to Abiotic Stress.

Catalases (CATs) play crucial roles in scavenging HO from reactive oxygen species, controlling the growth and development of plants. So far, genome-wide identification and characterization of CAT genes in oil palm have not been reported. In the present study, five genes were obtained through a genome-wide identification approach.

Lipidomic Profiles of Lipid Biosynthesis in Oil Palm during Fruit Development.

The fruit of the oil palm (.) has fleshy mesocarpic tissue rich in lipids. This edible vegetable oil is economically and nutritionally significant across the world.

Differential analysis of transcriptomic and metabolomic of free fatty acid rancidity process in oil palm () fruits of different husk types.

Introduction: Oil palm is the world's highest yielding oil crop and its palm oil has high nutritional value, making it an oilseed plant with important economic value and application prospects. After picking, oil palm fruits exposed to air will gradually become soft and accelerate the process of fatty acid rancidity, which will not only affect their flavor and nutritional value, but also produce substances harmful to the human body. As a result, studying the dynamic change pattern of free fatty acids and important fatty acid metabolism-related regulatory genes during oil palm fatty acid rancidity can provide a theoretical basis for improving palm oil quality and extending its shelf life.

Oil Palm Breeding in the Modern Era: Challenges and Opportunities.

Oil palm, a cross-pollinated crop with long generation time, poses a lot of challenges in achieving sustainable oil palm with high yield and quality. The African oil palm ( Jacq.) is the most productive and versatile oil-yielding crop in the world, producing more than any other oil-yielding crop.

Transcriptome analysis reveals key developmental and metabolic regulatory aspects of oil palm (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) during zygotic embryo development.

Background: Oil palm is the most efficient oil-producing crop in the world, and the yield of palm oil is associated with embryonic development. However, a comprehensive understanding of zygotic embryo development at the molecular level remains elusive. In order to address this issue, we report the transcriptomic analysis of zygotic embryo development in oil palm, specifically focusing on regulatory genes involved in important biological pathways.

Transcriptome analysis of oil palm pistil during pollination and fertilization to unravel the role of phytohormone biosynthesis and signaling genes.

Phytohormones play an important role in the pollination and fertilization of crops, but the regulatory mechanisms of oil palm pollination and fertilization are unclear. The purpose of this study is to explore the hormonal changes of oil palm pistils during flowering. We used RNA sequencing to evaluate differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in oil palm pistils at the pollination and non-pollination stages.

Problems and Prospects of Improving Abiotic Stress Tolerance and Pathogen Resistance of Oil Palm.

Oil palm crops are the most important determinant of the agricultural economy within the segment of oilseed crops. Oil palm growing in their natural habitats are often challenged simultaneously by multiple stress factors, both abiotic and biotic that limit crop productivity and are major constraints to meeting global food demands. The stress-tolerant oil palm crops that mitigate the effects of abiotic stresses on crop productivity are crucially needed to sustain agricultural production.

Characterizing the Role of the miR156-SPL Network in Plant Development and Stress Response.

MicroRNA (miRNA) is a short, single-stranded, non-coding RNA found in eukaryotic cells that can regulate the expression of many genes at the post-transcriptional level. Among various plant miRNAs with diverse functions, miR156 plays a key role in biological processes, including developmental regulation, immune response, metabolic regulation, and abiotic stress. MiRNAs have become the regulatory center for plant growth and development.

Determination of mycotoxins by HPLC, LC-ESI-MS/MS, and MALDI-TOF MS in Fusarium species-infected sugarcane.

Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites of fungi that are damaging to both animals and humans. Extensive contamination of foods and feeds with mycotoxins is an important problem. Fumonisins, trichothecenes, zearalenone, and aflatoxins are mycotoxins produced by Fusarium species and occur naturally in sugarcane and cereal-based foods, threatening health and food security worldwide.