Molecular cloning and functional characterization of BcTSA in the biosynthesis of indole alkaloids in Baphicacanthus cusia [PDF]
Frontiers in Plant Science, 2023 Baphicacanthus cusia (Nees) Bremek (B. cusia) is an essential traditional Chinese herb that is commonly used to treat colds, fever, and influenza. Indole alkaloids, such as indigo and indirubin, are the primary active constituents of B. cusia. The indole-
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Intercropping Cover Crops for a Vital Ecosystem Service: A Review of the Biocontrol of Insect Pests in Tea Agroecosystems [PDF]
Plants, 2023 The intercropping of cover crops has been adopted in several agroecosystems, including tea agroecosystems, which promotes ecological intensification.
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Isatis tinctoria L. (Woad): A Review of Its Botany, Ethnobotanical Uses, Phytochemistry, Biological Activities, and Biotechnological Studies [PDF]
Plants, 2020 Isatis tinctoria L. (Brassicaceae), which is commonly known as woad, is a species with an ancient and well-documented history as an indigo dye and medicinal plant. Currently, I.
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Hairy Indigo Control in Peanut [PDF]
EDIS, 2015 Hairy indigo is an annual legume that was introduced to Florida as a forage crop. It has since escaped cultivation and can be a troublesome weed in some crop settings, particularly in peanut production, since we are attempting to control a legume weed ...
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Hairy Indigo Control in Peanut [PDF]
EDIS, 2021 This publication provides county Extension agents, growers, and pesticide applicators with information on hairy indigo control options in peanut.
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Molecular cloning and metabolomic characterization of the 5-enolpyruvylshikimate-3-phosphate synthase gene from Baphicacanthus cusia [PDF]
BMC Plant Biology, 2019 Background Indigo alkaloids, such as indigo, indirubin and its derivatives, have been identified as effective antiviral compounds in Baphicacanthus cusia.
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Bt Jute Expressing Fused δ-Endotoxin Cry1Ab/Ac for Resistance to Lepidopteran Pests [PDF]
Frontiers in Plant Science, 2018 Jute (Corchorus sp.) is naturally occurring, biodegradable, lignocellulosic-long, silky, golden shiny fiber producing plant that has great demands globally.
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Evaluation of Legume Cover Crop Species for Citrus Production in Southeast Florida
HortScienceBecause of the low fertility soils native to southeast Florida and the high nutrient demand of citrus trees under citrus greening—an endemic bacterial disease impacting nutrient uptake—growers are returning to the use of cover crops to improve soil ...
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Comparative evaluation of adhesive tapes and stamps for touch DNA collection from textile substrates
Journal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.Abstract A substantial proportion of forensic evidence consists of skin or contact traces, commonly referred to as touch DNA. The collection of such biological material remains challenging due to its invisibility and low abundance. Further, depending on substrate type and surface properties, different recovery methods are employed, with adhesive tapes ...
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Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Volume 143, Issue 33, September 5, 2026.This review highlights the synthesis of chitosan nanoparticles from natural sources, the thorough characterization of them, and use of microscopic and spectroscopic methods. It emphasizes that it has some indispensable properties such as being non‐toxic, antimicrobial, and capable of controlled drug release.
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