China Agricultural University

Enhancing Food Quality Through Radio Frequency Drying of In‐Shell Oil Crops: A Critical Review of Mechanisms, Advantages, and Challenges

ABSTRACT The postharvest drying of in‐shell oil crops is severely constrained by their shell–kernel structure, which creates stubborn heat and mass transfer resistance, leading to prolonged processing times, high energy consumption, and rapid quality deterioration, including lipi...

Asymmetric RBBP7 regulates the first cell fate decision of early mammalian embryos

Asymmetric transcription of noncoding RNA LincGET is currently recognized as the earliest event regulating the first cell fate decision in mammalian embryogenesis. However, whether key protein factors modulate this process remains elusive. Here, we identify RBBP7 as the earliest...

Superior Leaf Deposition and Subsequent Uptake: Nanocarrier Boosts Cyproflanilide for Enhanced Pest Control

Abstract Chemical pesticides remain indispensable for crop protection, but inefficient delivery and overapplication lead to resistance and environmental risks. Cyproflanilide is a novel meta-diamide insecticide active against a broad range of agricultural pests. Here, we develope...

Ethylene Affects Soil Multifunctionality in Maize Rhizosphere by Driving Sensitive Microbial Communities

Abstract Ethylene modulates plant fitness, but its role in rhizosphere soil multifunctionality remains unclear. This study demonstrates that endogenous ethylene suppresses C- and N-cycling functions while promoting organic P mineralization in the maize rhizosphere, ultimately dim...

Modular Sensory and Morphological Adaptations Underlying Fresh-Fruit Exploitation in Drosophilid Flies

(1) Background: Drosophilid flies oviposit in damaged or fermenting substrates, whereas D. suzukii prefers to lay eggs in ripening fruits. This ecological shift requires females to recognize fruit-stage cues while overcoming the mechanical barrier imposed by fresh-fruit surfaces....

Fabrication of Amphiphilic Carfentrazone-Glucosamine Prodrug Self-Assembly for Enhancement of Herbicidal Efficiency and Environment Safety

Abstract Herbicides play a pivotal role in safeguarding global food security by mitigating weed infestations that threaten crop yield and quality. However, the inherent limitations of herbicides, including poor aqueous solubility and dispersibility, restricted systemic translocat...

Pathogenesis andSustainable Management of Pseudomonas syringae : Emerging Roles of MicrobialConsortia and Responsive Nanomaterials

Abstract Pseudomonas syringae remains a globally devastating phytopathogen threatening over 500 species. This review delineates the biochemical coevolution between P. syringae and hosts, focusing on Type III secretion system (T3SS) effectors and phytotoxins (e.g., coronatine) tha...

Dietary Yeast Hydrolysate Alters Serum Metabolic Profiles and Selected Fecal Bacterial Taxa in Lactating Dezhou Jennies

Yeast hydrolysate (YH) is a yeast-derived functional feed ingredient containing bioactive peptides, amino acids, nucleotides, β-glucans, and mannan oligosaccharides, which may exert prebiotic-like effects by regulating nutrient metabolism, host health, and intestinal microbial ho...

Goji berry chromoplasts as water-dispersible carotenoid vehicles: characterization and stability assessment under different storage conditions

Chromoplasts are organelles found in plant cells that store carotenoids. Their naturally hydrophilic structure, which accommodates carotenoids, has garnered increasing interest in recent years. However, the structural characteristics of carotenoid-loaded chromoplasts are still no...

Sleep disturbances as early indicators of incident psychiatric disease

PURPOSE: Sleep disturbances are common in individuals with psychiatric diseases and may emerge years before diagnosis. It remains unclear whether they reflect modifiable risk factors or early manifestations of psychiatric illness. We aimed to investigate how different sleep dimen...

Household composition and adult-equivalent scales for food consumption expenditures in rural area of China

Purpose Establishing adult-equivalent (AE) scales for rural household food consumption expenditures is crucial for policymakers to set unified benchmarks for living costs in rural China. This study aims to estimate AE scales for food expenditures, providing a standardized tool to...

Household Refrigerators as the “Last Mile” of the Cold Chain: Impacts on Dietary Quality in Rural China

ABSTRACT Household refrigerators extend the last mile of the cold chain into the home, but their implications for dietary quality in developing food systems remain unclear. Using household panel data from China's Fixed Observation Rural Survey for 2003–2018, we estimate the effec...

Genomic and genetic dissection underlying seedling drought resilience in oats

Drought threatens global crop yields, and common oat, a vital nutritional source for food and feed, is particularly constrained in the semi‑arid regions where it is widely cultivated. Here, we report two high-quality genome assemblies for drought-resilient (Borris37) and drought-...

Selective Photocatalytic Cleavage of Cα–Cβ Bond in Natural Lignin and Its Models Enabled by Z-Scheme Bi QDs/g-C3N4 van der Waals Heterojunction

Abstract Photocatalytic valorization of lignin into value-added aromatic chemicals constitutes a sustainable strategy for utilizing renewable biomass resources. However, the efficiency of this process is hampered by the requirement of harsh conditions and the inherent complexity...

Effect of Blade Number on the Performance of a Small Francis Turbine for Rural Local Power Generation

The increasing integration of distributed photovoltaics and wind power in rural grids necessitates enhanced peak-regulation flexibility, for which small Francis turbines offer a promising solution. This study investigates the effect of long–short blade number on the hydraulic per...

Behavioral Effects and Potential Mechanisms of Imidacloprid-and Flupyradifurone-Induced Neurotoxicity in Caenorhabditis elegans

Abstract Neonicotinoid insecticides raise concerns about neurotoxicity in nontarget organisms, motivating evaluation of alternatives such as flupyradifurone (FPF). We compared the neurotoxicity of imidacloprid (IMI) and FPF in Caenorhabditis elegans after 72 h exposure to 0.1–100...

Species-specific functions of CSRP3 in satellite cell-driven muscle regeneration and relevance to porcine stem cell therapy

Skeletal muscle function deteriorates with injury, disease, or aging. While stem cell therapies offer therapeutic potential, concerns remain regarding the safety and efficacy of transplanted cells. Satellite cells (SCs), the primary endogenous stem cells responsible for muscle re...

Application Analysis of Swarm Control Technology in Orchard Agricultural Production

Swarm control technology, leveraging artificial intelligence algorithms to coordinate multiple devices, offers an effective solution for developing precision and intelligent operation systems in orchard management. This paper focuses on the core technologies underpinning swarm co...

Bisphenol F ExposureInduces Ovarian Ferroptosis viathe ERβ–ATM–Ferritinophagy Axis

Abstract Bisphenol F (BPF) has rapidly emerged as a primary substitute for bisphenol A (BPA) and a ubiquitous environmental contaminant, yet its reproductive toxicity remains poorly understood, particularly at low doses. Here, we demonstrate that oral exposure to BPF (as low as 2...

Kiwifruit Seed Polyphenols Ameliorate High‐Fat‐Induced Obese Mice via Inhibition of Inflammation and Regulation of Gut Microbiota Balance

ABSTRACT Kiwifruit seeds are a polyphenol‑rich by‑product of kiwifruit processing. This study evaluated the anti‑obesity effects of kiwifruit seed polyphenols (KSP) in C57BL/6 obese mice induced by high‐fat diet (HFD). The results demonstrated that KSP attenuated body weight gain...