China Agricultural University

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-...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Plant‐Derived Extracellular Vesicle‐Like Nanoparticles and Decoction Nanoparticles Exhibit Distinct Therapeutic Effects in Alcoholic Liver Disease via Gut Homeostasis and Macrophage Regulation

Nanoparticles originating from plants have attracted increasing attention owing to the excellent biocompatibility and high potential in disease prevention. Various types of plant-derived nanoparticles have been extensively studied; however, comparative investigations of different...

Implementable and Sustainable Upcycling of Medical Plastic Waste to Liquid Highly Branched Alkanes via Tandem Catalytic Cracking-Hydrogenation Strategy

Abstract Recalcitrant plastic waste (RPW) poses a significant environmental and health challenge due to its persistent nature and potential contamination with toxic chemicals and biohazards. Upcycling RPW containing mixed polyolefins, contaminants, and additives often struggles t...

pH-Regulated Acidogenic Fermentation of Chicken Manure Promotes Lactic Acid and Acetic Acid Production While Limiting Nitrogen Release

Acidogenic fermentation offers a promising approach to convert chicken manure into carbon-rich liquid products for various practical applications. However, the high nitrogen content in chicken manure hinders acidogenesis and limits product utilization due to ammonium accumulation...

Response of yield, water and fertilizer use efficiency of sweet potato to different drip fertigation regimes under mulching conditions in a humid region of East China

Developing precise irrigation and fertilization regimes is essential for sustaining sweet potato productivity, particularly in humid regions where rainfall variability complicates soil nutrient and water resource management. A two-year field experiment was conducted to investigat...

Non-Contact Phenotypic Measurement and Body Mass Prediction of Penaeus japonicus Based on Skeletonization and Multi-View Comparison

To address systematic errors in prawn total length measurement caused by natural curvature and challenges in body mass prediction under random postures in aquaculture, this study proposes an automated phenotypic measurement and body mass prediction framework integrating skeleton-...

A Heterogeneous Codonopsis pilosula Polysaccharide Preparation Attenuates Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity in Mice: Associations with Oxidative Stress, Mitochondrial Function, and Gut Microbiota

Doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity remains a major limitation of anthracycline chemotherapy and is closely associated with oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction. Here, we investigated whether a commercial Codonopsis pilosula polysaccharide preparation (CPP) could attenua...

Asynchronous Cross-Modal Dynamic Graph Learning for Intelligent Sensing of AI Computing Infrastructure Expansion

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence computing infrastructure and the semiconductor industry has made the dynamic sensing of policy planning, technological innovation, capital investment, and physical construction essential for industrial monitoring and resource allocat...

Paper-Based Biosensor Using Dual-Recognition Molecules for Detection of Staphylococcus aureus in Milk

Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) is a common foodborne pathogen that can cause the severe contamination of dairy products. Therefore, there is an urgent need for rapid detection methods. In this study, a paper-based biosensor integrating a dual-recognition strategy using aptamer...

Green development benefits of infrastructure construction poverty alleviation in poverty-stricken areas

Infrastructure construction is a prerequisite for economic growth in poverty-stricken areas, and infrastructure construction poverty alleviation (ICPA) has gradually become one of the primary means for countries worldwide to eradicate poverty. However, existing research has mainl...

Broiler Responses to a Phytogenic Nutritional Additive Under Different Dietary Nutrient Matrix Credit Strategies

This study evaluated the physiological and production responses of broilers to a phytogenic nutritional additive (PNA) applied under different dietary nutrient matrix credit strategies. The PNA contained star anise essential oil, thyme essential oil, and Quillaja saponaria Molina...

Developing a multimodal library intelligent Q&A chatbot using retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) technology

Purpose This study aims to enhance the user experience for patrons and improve library operation efficiency through implementation of an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven Q&A chatbot. Design/methodology/approach Using RAG technology, this study developed Nana, a multimodal...