Comparative transcriptome analysis of genes involved in volatile compound synthesis in blueberries (Vaccinium virgatum) during postharvest storage

Yuan, Fang; Yan, Jun; Yan, Xiaoxue; Liu, Hongbo; Pan, Siyi

doi:10.1016/j.postharvbio.2020.111327

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“…Our observation was consistent with a previous report that the concentrations of esters were higher in overripe blueberries compared to ripe ones [16]. A similar phenomenon has also been observed in other fruits, such as over-ripened bananas and apples [41,42], and was associated with increased pyruvate decarboxylase activity [43]. The accumulated ethyl acetate during storage might impart an 'over-ripe' off-odor, and could result in a suppressive effect on the perception of other esters [44].…”

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Changes of the Aroma Composition and Other Quality Traits of Blueberry ‘Garden Blue’ during the Cold Storage and Subsequent Shelf Life

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Pan

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The changes of volatile composition and other quality traits of blueberry during postharvest storage were investigated. Blueberries were packaged in vented clam-shell containers, and stored at 0 °C for 0, 15 and 60 days, followed by storage at room temperature (25 °C) for up to 8 days for quality evaluation. The firmness, pH, and total soluble solids increased by 8.42%, 8.92% and 42.9%, respectively, after 60 days of storage at 0 °C. Titratable acidity decreased 18.1% after 60 days of storage at 0 °C. The volatile change was monitored using headspace–solid-phase microextraction–gas chromatography–quadrupole time-of-flight–mass spectrometry (HS-SPME-TOF-MS) and off-odor was evaluated by sensory panel. Volatile compounds generally showed a downward trend during cold storage. However, the subsequent shelf life was the most remarkable period of volatile change, and was represented by the strong fluctuation of ethyl acetate and the rapid decrease of terpenoids. Extending storage from 15 to 60 days under cold condition still resulted in an acceptable odor. However, subsequent storage at higher temperature resulted in a quick deterioration in sensory acceptability. The results proved that cold storage was a reliable way to maintain the quality of blueberry, and flavor deterioration during subsequent shelf life was more fatal to the blueberry flavor.

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Changes of the Aroma Composition and Other Quality Traits of Blueberry ‘Garden Blue’ during the Cold Storage and Subsequent Shelf Life

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Pan

et al. 2020

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“…The recent availability of high-quality reference genomes for Vaccinium (blueberry, cranberry, bilberry) and technological advances in RNA-sequencing have also advanced transcriptome profiling. Recent transcriptome studies in Vaccinium have focused on the biosynthesis of metabolites with human health benefits [ 44 , 46 , 51 , 57 – 65 ], cold acclimation [ 66 – 71 ], fruit and flower development [ 72 – 77 ], biotic interactions [ 78 – 82 ], postharvest storage [ 83 , 84 ], roots [ 85 , 86 ], and transcriptome regulatory analysis [ 87 – 89 ]. As of June 2021, there are 543 entries for “ Vaccinium ” in the NCBI Small Read Archive (SRA), encompassing varying species, developmental stages, sequencing technologies, tissue type, and sequencing strategy.…”

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There and back again; historical perspective and future directions for Vaccinium breeding and research studies

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The genus Vaccinium L. (Ericaceae) contains a wide diversity of culturally and economically important berry crop species. Consumer demand and scientific research in blueberry (Vaccinium spp.) and cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) have increased worldwide over the crops’ relatively short domestication history (~100 years). Other species, including bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea), and ohelo berry (Vaccinium reticulatum) are largely still harvested from the wild but with crop improvement efforts underway. Here, we present a review article on these Vaccinium berry crops on topics that span taxonomy to genetics and genomics to breeding. We highlight the accomplishments made thus far for each of these crops, along their journey from the wild, and propose research areas and questions that will require investments by the community over the coming decades to guide future crop improvement efforts. New tools and resources are needed to underpin the development of superior cultivars that are not only more resilient to various environmental stresses and higher yielding, but also produce fruit that continue to meet a variety of consumer preferences, including fruit quality and health related traits.

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“…Therefore, many studies have been carried out in an attempt to predict aroma compounds using gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC-MS) [ 56 , 62 , 63 , 67 , 68 , 73 ]. The information obtained using GC-MS is interesting; however, it is incomplete, since it is necessary to identify the compounds that are important for the aroma [ 74 ].…”

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A Narrative Review of the Current Knowledge on Fruit Active Aroma Using Gas Chromatography-Olfactometry (GC-O) Analysis

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Fruit aroma, a mixture of chemical compounds with odor, is a strong attractant derived from a complex mixture of different amounts and intensities (threshold) of chemical compounds found in fruits. The odor-producing compounds of fruit aroma are derived from carbohydrates, lipids, phenolic compounds, and mono- and sesquiterpenes, among others. The identification of compounds responsible for fruit aroma is usually conducted using gas chromatography coupled with olfactometry (GC-O). This technique separates the chemical compounds from the aroma of foods using a chromatographic column and divides the resultant outflow between the physical detector and a testing outlet (sniffing port). Trained judges describe the perceived odor in terms of the intensity of the odor zones perceived according to their training method. Moreover, the use of GC-O coupled with a mass detector (GC-MS-O) allows for the retrieval of chemical information such as identification and quantification of compounds, which can be correlated to sensory information. This review aimed to demonstrate the application of GC-MS-O in the identification of precursor compounds in fruit aroma, considering important factors for the application, main results, and most recent advances in this field.

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Comparative transcriptome analysis of genes involved in volatile compound synthesis in blueberries (Vaccinium virgatum) during postharvest storage

Cited by 19 publications

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Changes of the Aroma Composition and Other Quality Traits of Blueberry ‘Garden Blue’ during the Cold Storage and Subsequent Shelf Life

Changes of the Aroma Composition and Other Quality Traits of Blueberry ‘Garden Blue’ during the Cold Storage and Subsequent Shelf Life

There and back again; historical perspective and future directions for Vaccinium breeding and research studies

A Narrative Review of the Current Knowledge on Fruit Active Aroma Using Gas Chromatography-Olfactometry (GC-O) Analysis

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