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Selection and validation of reference genes for RT-qPCR analysis in the pericarp of Litchi chinensis

Biologia Plantarum, 2022
Real-time reverse transcription quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR) is an important tool for gene expression analysis. Suitable reference genes are the basis of accurate and reliable RT-qPCR results.
F. LI, J.H. SUN, J.L. MEN, H.L. LI, G. WANG, S.J. WANG, J.B. WANG   +6 more
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Conserving Large Old Trees in Guangxi, South China: Diversity, Distribution, and Preservation Strategies

Ecology and Evolution, Volume 16, Issue 2, February 2026.
This study comprehensively analyzes the diversity and distribution of over 500 year old large old trees (LOTs) in Guangxi, China, identifying 2630 LOTs from 149 species with a notable latitudinal gradient in richness. Tree vitality was found to be highest in rural and natural habitats like villages and scenic spots, compared to residential areas.
Jiayi Yan, Jianyong Lin, Aihua Wang, Yadong Qie, Cong Hu, Zhonghua Zhang, Gang Hu   +6 more
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A review of non‐native scale insects (Hemiptera: Coccomorpha: Coccoidea) of Australia and the challenges in maintaining current and accurate pest lists

Austral Entomology, Volume 65, Issue 1, February 2026.
Abstract Over 870 species of scale insects, also called coccoids (infraorder Coccomorpha), have been recorded from Australia. Here, we systematically review literature, databases and collections to provide a revised assessment of non‐native species to Australia, for which we confirm those species that are introduced and extant in Australia (including ...
Mark K. Schutze, Michael Gorton, Penny J. Gullan, Desley J. Tree, Ting‐Kui Qin, Peter S. Gillespie, Helen F. Nahrung   +6 more
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Communities with diverse subsistence needs require a variety of functional tree traits

Conservation Science and Practice, Volume 8, Issue 2, February 2026.
Malagasy forest users vary the traits that they prefer for different household uses. Accessibility is prioritized for daily uses such as fuelwood, while functional traits are valued for longer‐term uses. Differences between men and women reflect traditional gender roles.
Minoseheno Rakotovao, Cortni Borgerson, Kerry A. Brown, Joris P. G. M. Cromsigt, Steig E. Johnson, Onja H. Razafindratsima, Ruth Mendum, Onjaniaina O. Andrianjatovo, Harisoa B. Ravaomanalina, Seheno Andriantsaralaza, Sheila M. Holmes   +10 more
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Genome-Wide Identification of Litchi SPL Gene Family and Expression Analysis in Pericarp Anthocyanin Biosynthesis

Horticulturae
During the ripening of litchi (Litchi chinensis Sonn.) fruit, anthocyanin biosynthesis is crucial in providing vibrant coloring. Previous studies on anthocyanin-related transcription factors have made significant discoveries relating to plants.
Ziqiang Xu, Jiayun Wu, Xiangyang Jing, Faiza Shafique Khan, Yanzhao Chen, Zhe Chen, Hongna Zhang, Yongzan Wei   +7 more
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The Diversity of the DNA‐Binding Landscape in the DREB/ERF Family: Focusing on Reproductive Processes in Fruit Trees With Highly Heterozygous Genome

Plant Biotechnology Journal, Volume 24, Issue 2, Page 639-658, February 2026.
ABSTRACT DREB/ERF transcription factors play pivotal roles in plant development; however, their structural characteristics, DNA‐binding preferences, and functional roles in highly heterozygous woody plants remain insufficiently understood. Using lychee (Litchi chinensis) as a model, we identified 95 DREB/ERF genes subdivided into ten phylogenetic ...
Fengqi Wu, Jiakun Zheng, Huimin Hu, Hongsen Liu, Yaxuan Xiao, Junting Feng, Yanwei Hao, Chengjie Chen, Rui Xia, Zaohai Zeng   +9 more
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Alternaria alternata Effector Aa593 Promotes Virulence by Hijacking the CmNAC29‐Mediated Abscisic Acid Biosynthesis Pathway in Chrysanthemum

Plant Biotechnology Journal, Volume 24, Issue 2, Page 887-904, February 2026.
ABSTRACT The interaction between plants and pathogens has long been an actively researched field of plant immunity. In this study, we found an Aa593/CmNAC29‐CmNCED3 module associated with the interaction between chrysanthemum and the fungal pathogen Alternaria alternata.
Boxiao Dong, Ye Liu, Zheng Gao, Gan Huang, Fengfan Gao, Qi Wang, Zhiyong Guan, Sumei Chen, Fadi Chen, Jiafu Jiang, Weimin Fang   +10 more
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Functionality Enhancement of Pullulan‐Based Composites for Food Packaging Applications

Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, Volume 25, Issue 1, January 2026.
ABSTRACT Contemporary research in food packaging is focused on developing sustainable alternatives to petroleum‐based materials. Pullulan, a microbial biopolymer traditionally employed as a food additive, is harnessing interest for food packaging applications due to its exceptional film‐forming ability, biodegradability, and nontoxic nature.
Bibek Bahadur Shrestha, Jayeeta Mitra, Saji George   +2 more
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Overexpression of Anthocyanidin Reductase Increases Flavonoids Content to Combat Fusarium Wilt in the Root Xylem of Vernicia montana

Molecular Plant Pathology, Volume 27, Issue 1, January 2026.
Root xylem extract of resistant V. montana inhibited Fof‐1 growth. After Fof‐1 infection, we screened the increased 13 types of flavonoids and the up‐regulated eight genes in the flavonoid biosynthesis in V. montana. VmANR overexpression enhanced the flavonoid content, with catechin, (−)‐epicatechin and (−)‐epigallocatechin inhibiting Fof‐1 growth ...
Jia Wang, Yang Yang, Ming Gao, Yunxiao Zhao, Yicun Chen, Yangdong Wang   +5 more
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Photosystem Perturbation by Staygreen Mutations Confers Allele‐Dependent Defences Against Infections of Pathogens With Different Lifestyles and Abiotic Stress Tolerance

Plant, Cell &Environment, Volume 49, Issue 1, Page 585-603, January 2026.
ABSTRACT The staygreen (SGR) gene encodes the magnesium dechelatase that plays an important regulatory role during chlorophyll degradation. Our previous work revealed a nonsynonymous SNP (A323G) inside cucumber CsSGR that is responsible for multiple disease resistance (MDR), but the underlying mechanism is unknown.
Junyi Tan, Zhejuan Tian, Feifan Chen, Kang Gao, Jinghao Jin, Anthony P. Keinath, Ronald D. Dymerski, Zhiming Wu, Yiqun Weng   +8 more
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