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17-Jan-2026

 

Unveiling the molecular pathways of foxtail millet inflorescence development

Maximum Academic Press
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A research team sheds light on the molecular mechanisms behind foxtail millet (Setaria italica L.) inflorescence development, a critical process that influences grain yield.

17-Jan-2026

 

New insights into hybrid rice grain quality: How LY287 achieves superior performance

Maximum Academic Press
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A research team has uncovered key molecular insights into how the hybrid rice variety Liangyou 287 (LY287) achieves superior grain quality.

Journal

Seed Biology

17-Jan-2026

 

How mango fruits fight UV-induced oxidative damage

Maximum Academic Press
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A research team uncovers how mango plants activate a powerful internal antioxidant system to protect their cells from ultraviolet-B (UV-B)–induced oxidative damage.

Journal

Tropical Plants

17-Jan-2026

 

Decoding the fermentation of ‘Nam Hom’ coconut cider: How yeast choice shapes aroma, flavor, and bioactive compounds

Maximum Academic Press

A research team has unveiled how fermentation time and yeast selection work together to transform fresh ‘Nam Hom’ coconut water into a distinctive, aromatic cider.

Journal

Beverage Plant Research

17-Jan-2026

How roast level and sensory quality shape the price of specialty coffee beans

Maximum Academic Press

A research team has uncovered how subtle sensory qualities and roasting choices translate directly into what consumers pay for specialty coffee.

Journal

Beverage Plant Research

17-Jan-2026

 

A simple UV–persulfate–formic Acid strategy breaks one of the strongest bonds in PFAS

Maximum Academic Press
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A research team has developed a simple yet powerful strategy to break down perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA).

17-Jan-2026

 

Iron-fortified biochar cuts “forever chemical” uptake in food crops

Maximum Academic Press
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A research team shows that a low-cost, sustainable soil amendment—hemp-derived biochar fortified with iron—can substantially reduce the movement of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from contaminated soils into edible plants.