As superficial structures, non-glandular trichomes, protect plant organs against multiple
biotic and abiotic stresses. The protective and defensive roles of these epidermal …

The quality of fruits and vegetables constitutes a dynamic composite of their
physicochemical properties and consumer perception. Attempts at defining quality often …

Carbon dots (CDs) have received tremendous attention for their excellent
photoluminescence (PL) properties. However, it remains a great challenge to obtain CDs …

Ultraviolet-B (UV-B) radiation has long been perceived as a stressor. However, a conceptual
U-turn has taken place, and UV-B damage is now considered rare. We question whether UV …

Plant phenolics have been for many years a theme of major scientific and applied interest.
Grape berry phenolics contribute to organoleptic properties, color and protection against …

Phytochemicals in vegetables are important for human health, and their biosynthesis,
metabolism and accumulation are affected by environmental factors. Light condition (light …

Temperature, water, solar radiation, and atmospheric CO2 concentration are the main
abiotic factors that are changing in the course of global warming. These abiotic factors …

Associations between plants and microorganisms exist in nature, and they can either be
beneficial or detrimental to host plants. Promoting beneficial plant-microbe interaction for …

Abstract Ultraviolet-B (UV-B) radiation has, for many decades now, been widely studied with
respect to its consequences on plant and animal health. Though according to NASA, the …

Protected cultivation in modern agriculture relies extensively on plastic-originated mulch
films, nets, packaging, pi**, silage, and various applications. Polyolefins synthesized from …