The genetic structure and mating system of Acrocomia aculeata (Arecaceae) [PDF]
Genetics and Molecular Biology, 2012 Acrocomia aculeata is a perennial, fruit-producing palm tree, native to tropical forests. Its fruits have spurred interest because of their significant potential for use in the cosmetic industry and as feedstock for biofuel.
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Acrocomia aculeata associated with doxorubicin: cardioprotection and anticancer activity [PDF]
Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2023 Doxorubicin (Dox) is a chemotherapeutic agent widely used in the clinic, whose side effects include cardiotoxicity, associated with decreased antioxidant defenses and increased oxidative stress. The association of Dox with natural antioxidants can extend
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First chromosome scale genome of Acrocomia aculeata [PDF]
Scientific DataAcrocomia aculeata (macaúba) is an oil-producing palm with high potential for sustainable bioenergy in tropical regions. We present the first chromosome-scale, haplotype-resolved genome assembly for the species and the genus, generated with Oxford ...
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Acrocomia aculeata Lodd. ex Mart.
, 2022 Published as part of Molino, Jean-François, Sabatier, Daniel, Grenand, Pierre, Engel, Julien, Frame, Dawn, Delprete, Piero G., Fleury, Marie, Odonne, Guillaume, Davy, Damien, Lucas, Eve J. & Martin, Claire A., 2022, An annotated checklist of the tree species of French Guiana, including vernacular nomenclature, pp.
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From genomics to domestication: biocultural history of the Neotropical palms Acrocomia aculeata and Acrocomia totai [PDF]
Annals of BotanyAbstract Background and Aims Acrocomia is a Neotropical palm genus that recently gained attention for its potential as a multipurpose crop. Among its species, A. aculeata and A. totai stand out for their potential in sustainable biofuel production and ecosystem restoration.
Eduardo Antonio Monge-Castro +10 more
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Integrated analysis of osmotic dehydration of bocaiuva ( Acrocomia aculeata ) slices [PDF]
Open Life SciencesAbstract This study evaluated the effects of temperature, osmotic agent type, and process intensification techniques on the osmotic dehydration of bocaiuva ( Acrocomia aculeata ) slices. Treatments were conducted at 40 and 60 °C using sucrose or maltodextrin solutions, under
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Ontogenesis and functions of saxophone stem inAcrocomia aculeata(Arecaceae) [PDF]
Annals of Botany, 2016 The underground saxophone stem systems produced by seedlings of certain palm species show peculiar growth patterns and distinctive morphologies, although little information is available concerning their development and function. We studied the ontogenesis of the saxophone stem in Acrocomia aculeata, an important neotropical oleaginous palm, and sought ...
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Relationship between biospeckle laser technique and firmness of Acrocomia aculeata fruits [PDF]
Revista Brasileira de Engenharia Agrícola e Ambiental, 2017 Knowing the maturation of the Acrocomia aculeata (macaw palm) fruit is decisive for harvest to be performed when the fruit has a higher content and quality of oil.
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Food Value of Mealworm Grown on Acrocomia aculeata Pulp Flour [PDF]
PLOS ONE, 2016 Insects have played an important role as human food throughout history, especially in Africa, Asia and Latin America. A good example of edible insects is the mealworm, Tenebrio molitor Linnaeus, 1758 (Coleoptera, Tenebrionidae), which are eaten in Africa, Asia, the Americas and Australia.
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Acrocomia aculeata (Mbokaja) Kernel Oil Inhibits Herpes Simplex Virus 1 Replication and Promotes Cutaneous Wound Healing in Infected Mice [PDF]
MoleculesBackground/Objectives: Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is a global and prevalent pathogen, presenting significant clinical challenges because of its recurring infections, the development of drug resistance and severe clinical complications.
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