Junyan Shi , Zhiqing Gong , Ziming Cao , Furong Hou , Wenjia Cui , Fengjuan Jia , Jian Jiao , Qingxin Zhou , Wenliang Wang , Yansheng Wang
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Mechanism of oxalic acid delaying browning of fresh-cut apples mediated by synergistic regulation of phenol metabolism and oxidative stress
Oxalic acid (OA), as a unique organic acid, has several physiological functions. In this study, the mechanism of browning inhibition was revealed by OA treatment in fresh-cut apples, despite the activation of phenol metabolism. Results showed that OA (3 mmol·L−1) treatment suppressed browning, maintained the sensory quality and nutrient substances (SSC/TA etc.), enhanced the antioxidant system (DPPH etc.). Meanwhile, the cell ultrastructure was complete and the organelles were clear. Transcriptomics analysis revealed that 185 DEGs involved in antioxidant pathway, phenylalanine metabolism, flavonoid biosynthesis pathways, and stress resistance pathway (TGA and PR-1) to regulate browning. Pyruvate content was induced to provide a stable energy supply. Noting that, the PPO, POD activities and coding genes (8/9, 26/31, up/total DEGs) were induced by OA treatment. Therefore, OA treatment attenuates browning by suppressing oxidative stress, regulating phenol metabolism, inducing energy metabolism and enhancing resistance in fresh-cut apples.
期刊介绍:
The journal is devoted exclusively to the publication of original papers, review articles and frontiers articles on biological and technological postharvest research. This includes the areas of postharvest storage, treatments and underpinning mechanisms, quality evaluation, packaging, handling and distribution of fresh horticultural crops including fruit, vegetables, flowers and nuts, but excluding grains, seeds and forages.
Papers reporting novel insights from fundamental and interdisciplinary research will be particularly encouraged. These disciplines include systems biology, bioinformatics, entomology, plant physiology, plant pathology, (bio)chemistry, engineering, modelling, and technologies for nondestructive testing.
Manuscripts on fresh food crops that will be further processed after postharvest storage, or on food processes beyond refrigeration, packaging and minimal processing will not be considered.