Accelerated ageing and subsequent imbibition affect seed viability and the efficiency of antioxidant system in macaw palm seeds
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DOI: 10.1007/s11738-017-2367-z
Abstract: Accelerated ageing is an accurate test indicator of seed vigor and storability that helps to understand the mechanisms of cellular and biochemical deterioration that occur during seed ageing. This study was carried out to elucidate… read more here.
Keywords: seed; viability; accelerated ageing; macaw palm ... See more keywords
Genetic parameters and selection of macaw palm (Acrocomia aculeata) accessions: an alternative crop for biofuels
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DOI: 10.1590/1984-70332018v18n3a39
Abstract: This study aimed to estimate the parameters related to the genetic control of the physical characteristics of the fruits, oil content, and oil yield, and to proceed with the selection of macaw palm accessions. Forty-four… read more here.
Keywords: selection; selection macaw; macaw palm; dry matter ... See more keywords
A Novel Fungal Lipase With Methanol Tolerance and Preference for Macaw Palm Oil
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DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2020.00304
Abstract: Macaw palm is a highly oil-producing plant, which presents high contents of free fatty acids, being a promising feedstock for biofuel production. The current chemical routes are costly and complex, involving highly harsh industrial conditions.… read more here.
Keywords: preference macaw; preference; palm oil; tolerance ... See more keywords