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Heterologous gene expression of a bacterial dipeptidyl peptidase 4 in the thermophilic filamentous fungus Humicola insolens

The thermophilic filamentous fungus Humicola insolens is a rich reservoir of enzymes with broad application potential, owing to their thermostability and neutral pH optima. H. insolens is also distinguished in secreting abundant catalase. Despite this characteristic, its potentia...

Rhizosphere microbiome-dependent metabolic reprogramming enhances potato salt tolerance in saline soils

Soil salinization is increasing globally, causing yield losses, especially in irrigated agriculture. Rhizosphere microorganisms can improve plant salt tolerance, but evidence in potato remains limited. In this study, rhizosphere microbial community diversity and structure differe...

Natural variation in GmSOP5 regulates seed oil and protein content during soybean domestication

ABSTRACT Seed oil content, protein content, and yield are agronomically important, correlated traits that determine the economic value of soybean ( Glycine max ). However, improving seed quality and yield simultaneously is challenging because gains in one breeding target often co...

Firmness Variation in Tomato Fruit: Driving Factors, Signaling Regulation, and Genetic Basis

Fruit firmness is a pivotal agronomic and commercial trait that determines the storability, transport tolerance and edible quality of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.). Fruit softening severely restricts postharvest performance and economic benefits of tomato products worldwide. T...

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...