The effects of exogenous melatonin on postharvest life and quality in strawberry fruit after
harvest were evaluated. To explore the optimum concentration of melatonin treatment, …

The effects of exogenous melatonin treatment on the enzymatic browning and nutritional
quality of fresh-cut pear fruit were investigated. Fresh-cut fruit soaked with 0, 0.05, 0.1 and 0.5 …

We show that rising geopolitical risk and geopolitical uncertainty (GPR) deter foreign direct
investment (FDI). We further explore the role of governance, information, and technology in …

Carbon-based aerogel fabricated from waste biomass is a potential absorbent material for
solving organic pollution. Herein, the lightweight, hydrophobic and porous carbon aerogels (…

Objectives To explore the application of computed tomography (CT) texture analysis in
predicting histopathological features of gastric cancers. Methods Preoperative contrast-enhanced …

Controls on capital inflows have been experiencing a renaissance since 2008, with several
prominent emerging markets implementing them in recent years. We focus on Brazil, which …

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of UV-B or UV-C radiation on phenolic
compounds and their transcription of biosynthetic genes in table grapes during storage. The table …

The possibility of increasing the content of phenolic acids and flavonoids, and inducing the
key phenylpropanoid pathway genes in tomato fruit by postharvest UV-C irradiation was …

The defect control of polycrystalline perovskite films is essential for achieving an efficient
and stable perovskite solar cell (PSC). However, existing methods of reducing defects suffer …

This paper explores the role of political connection on the overinvestment of Chinese energy
firms. We argue that political connection can act as a “helping hand” that enables energy …