# Advances in Cucurbitaceae Research

**Type:** Topics  
**Canonical URL:** https://scholariq.org/topics/advances-in-cucurbitaceae-research/

## Facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Description | This cluster of papers focuses on the genetics and genomics of the Cucurbitaceae family, including cucumbers, melons, watermelons, pumpkins, and related species. It covers topics such as domestication, phylogenetic relationships, biosynthesis of bioactive compounds like cucurbitacins, pharmacological activities, genetic diversity, QTL mapping for important traits, and crop evolution. |
| Domain | Life Sciences |
| Field | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology |
| OpenAlex ID | t12370 |
| Works | 14 |

## Topic papers all

- [The genome of the cucumber, Cucumis sativus L.](https://scholariq.org/papers/the-genome-of-the-cucumber-cucumis-sativus-l/)
- [Subgenome parallel selection is associated with morphotype diversification and convergent crop domestication in Brassica rapa and Brassica oleracea](https://scholariq.org/papers/subgenome-parallel-selection-is-associated-with-morphotype-diversification-and/)
- [Citrullus colocynthis (L.) Schrad (bitter apple fruit): A review of its phytochemistry, pharmacology, traditional uses and nutritional potential](https://scholariq.org/papers/citrullus-colocynthis-l-schrad-bitter-apple-fruit-a-review-of-its-phytochemistry/)
- [Hypoglycemic Activity of the Fruit of the Momordica charantia in Type 2 Diabetic Mice.](https://scholariq.org/papers/hypoglycemic-activity-of-the-fruit-of-the-momordica-charantia-in-type-2-diabetic/)
- [Antidiabetic Effects of Subtractions from Fenugreek Seeds in Diabetic Dogs](https://scholariq.org/papers/antidiabetic-effects-of-subtractions-from-fenugreek-seeds-in-diabetic-dogs/)
- [Cucurbitacin B: A review of its pharmacology, toxicity, and pharmacokinetics](https://scholariq.org/papers/cucurbitacin-b-a-review-of-its-pharmacology-toxicity-and-pharmacokinetics/)
- [Watermelon consumption improves inflammation and antioxidant capacity in rats fed an atherogenic diet](https://scholariq.org/papers/watermelon-consumption-improves-inflammation-and-antioxidant-capacity-in-rats/)
- [Almonds ameliorate glycemic control in Chinese patients with better controlled type 2 diabetes: a randomized, crossover, controlled feeding trial](https://scholariq.org/papers/almonds-ameliorate-glycemic-control-in-chinese-patients-with-better-controlled/)
- [Mapping quantitative trait loci for fruit traits and powdery mildew resistance in melon (Cucumis melo)](https://scholariq.org/papers/mapping-quantitative-trait-loci-for-fruit-traits-and-powdery-mildew-resistance/)
- [The role of Molecular Markers in Improvement of Fruit Crops](https://scholariq.org/papers/the-role-of-molecular-markers-in-improvement-of-fruit-crops/)
- [Biogenic Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Citrullus colocynthis for Potential Biomedical Applications](https://scholariq.org/papers/biogenic-synthesis-of-zinc-oxide-nanoparticles-using-citrullus-colocynthis-for/)
- [Evaluation of Snake Gourd (Trichasanthes Anguina L) Test Hybrids Comparing with Four Popular Checks](https://scholariq.org/papers/evaluation-of-snake-gourd-trichasanthes-anguina-l-test-hybrids-comparing-with/)
- [Preliminary Toxicological Evaluations Of Polypeptide-K Isolated From Momordica Charantia In Laboratory Rats](https://scholariq.org/papers/preliminary-toxicological-evaluations-of-polypeptide-k-isolated-from-momordica/)
- [Enhancing ridge gourd productivity in northern Telangana: Impact of Arka Prasan variety through front line demonstrations](https://scholariq.org/papers/enhancing-ridge-gourd-productivity-in-northern-telangana-impact-of-arka-prasan/)

## Topic primary papers

- [The genome of the cucumber, Cucumis sativus L.](https://scholariq.org/papers/the-genome-of-the-cucumber-cucumis-sativus-l/)
- [Citrullus colocynthis (L.) Schrad (bitter apple fruit): A review of its phytochemistry, pharmacology, traditional uses and nutritional potential](https://scholariq.org/papers/citrullus-colocynthis-l-schrad-bitter-apple-fruit-a-review-of-its-phytochemistry/)
- [Cucurbitacin B: A review of its pharmacology, toxicity, and pharmacokinetics](https://scholariq.org/papers/cucurbitacin-b-a-review-of-its-pharmacology-toxicity-and-pharmacokinetics/)
- [Watermelon consumption improves inflammation and antioxidant capacity in rats fed an atherogenic diet](https://scholariq.org/papers/watermelon-consumption-improves-inflammation-and-antioxidant-capacity-in-rats/)
- [Mapping quantitative trait loci for fruit traits and powdery mildew resistance in melon (Cucumis melo)](https://scholariq.org/papers/mapping-quantitative-trait-loci-for-fruit-traits-and-powdery-mildew-resistance/)
- [Evaluation of Snake Gourd (Trichasanthes Anguina L) Test Hybrids Comparing with Four Popular Checks](https://scholariq.org/papers/evaluation-of-snake-gourd-trichasanthes-anguina-l-test-hybrids-comparing-with/)

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