Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Eduardo Carasek, Gabrieli Bernardi, Diogo Morelli, Josias Merib
Summary: This review discusses the development and application of alternative green solvents in analytical techniques, focusing on the theoretical aspects of deep eutectic solvents, switchable hydrophilicity solvents, and supramolecular solvents, and highlighting their applications in extracting different analytes.
JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
(2021)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Ali Amini, Rosanne M. Guijt, Thomas Themelis, Jelle De Vos, Sebastiaan Eeltink
Summary: DLP 3D printing is an efficient additive manufacturing method for fabricating analytical microdevices. It utilizes a digital micromirror device to direct light and polymerize a liquid resin layer by layer. Advances in vat and lift design, projector technology, and resin composition enable the accurate fabrication of microchannel structures as small as 18 x 20 μm. This review presents the latest advances in DLP 3D printing technology, including instrument set-up and resin formulation, and highlights key efforts in fabricating microdevices for emerging (bio-)analytical chemistry applications such as colorimetric assays, extraction, and separation.
JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Wisarut Khamcharoen, Kantima Kaewjua, Phanumas Yomthiangthae, Ananyaporn Anekrattanasap, Orawon Chailapakul, Weena Siangproh
Summary: In the last decade, the demand for drugs for biomedical applications has increased significantly due to the global increase in diseases. This has led to a need for analytical tools to monitor, treat, investigate, and control drug compounds in various matrices. Microfluidic paper-based analytical devices (μPADs) have gained attention in many analytical applications due to the benefits of their cellulose structure. They offer advantages such as self-pumping capability, low material costs, easy fabrication, and no requirement for external power sources. This review provides an overview of the designs and applications of μPADs in pharmaceutical analysis over the past decade. It discusses device designs, choice of paper material, and fabrication techniques, along with strategies for improving analytical performance and the detection of drug compounds. Recent advances and the challenges and potential of transitioning μPADs from the laboratory to commercialization are also discussed.
CURRENT TOPICS IN MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Tomasz Nazim, Aleksandra Lusina, Michal Ceglowski
Summary: Molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) are a unique class of polymeric matrices that can selectively identify specific template molecules, making them highly attractive for sensor systems. The use of MIPs in crafting sensors and analytical procedures for specific analytes has become increasingly common, and the range of polymers used significantly impacts the versatility of MIP-based sensing.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Heera Jayan, Hongbin Pu, Da-Wen Sun
Summary: Single-cell analysis reveals the functional and structural variations of each cell, eliminating the need for traditional microbial cultivation techniques. Raman spectroscopy as a label-free, noninvasive method is ideal for spatially resolved chemical measurements at the single-cell level, offering important insights for microbial studies.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Preeti Rajoriya, Mayara C. S. Barcelos, Danielle C. M. Ferreira, Pragati Misra, Gustavo Molina, Franciele M. Pelissari, Pradeep K. Shukla, Pramod W. Ramteke
Summary: Green synthesis is a valuable and emerging method for the synthesis of nanoparticles, with the exploration of plant diversity being used for rapid preparation of silver nanoparticles while maintaining the green principle over conventional methods.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Yue Xu, Weiwei Liu, Lu Zhang, Guomin Cui, Yuan Xiao, Guanhua Zhang, Qiguo Yang
Summary: This paper summarizes and analyzes the main contributions of existing HEN synthesis techniques, presents data comparisons for ten typical cases, and demonstrates the evolution and competition trends in the field of HEN synthesis. The study findings suggest that there is still room for improvement and current methods are unable to handle all HEN cases. The major development trends for future research include parallel computing mode and adaptively coordinating the ratio of global and local searching abilities.
SCIENCE CHINA-TECHNOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bhaskar Parida, Arjun Singh, Abdul Kareem Kalathil Soopy, Sambasivam Sangaraju, Madhulita Sundaray, Satrujit Mishra, Shengzhong (Frank) Liu, Adel Najar
Summary: Perovskite solar cells have emerged as a next-generation photovoltaic technology due to their high conversion efficiency and low cost compared to traditional silicon solar cells. Printing technologies have been found to be effective in fabricating high-quality perovskite films and improving the power conversion efficiency. These techniques have the potential to overcome challenges in commercializing perovskite solar cells.
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Jakub Szyduczynski, Dariusz Koscielnik, Marek Miskowicz
Summary: Time-to-digital converters (TDCs) are essential for digital processing of analog signals encoded in time and facilitate the design of hardware-efficient and purely digital architectures. Recent research focuses on digital implementations, high resolution techniques, reduced conversion time, power consumption, and silicon area. Calibration, mismatch-tolerance, anti-PVT-variation, and anti-metastability design techniques are becoming increasingly important for nanoscale CMOS technologies. TDCs also pose design challenges for cutting-edge applications like All-Digital Phase Locked Loops in millimeter-wave communication systems.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Jae Geun Song, Kshitis Chandra Baral, Gyu-Lin Kim, Ji-Won Park, Soo-Hwa Seo, Da-Hyun Kim, Dong Hoon Jung, Nonye Linda Ifekpolugo, Hyo-Kyung Han
Summary: The application of therapeutic proteins in pharmaceuticals is expanding, and efficient bioanalytical methods are crucial for their identification and clinical development. Liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) is often used for quantitative protein analysis in complex samples due to its sensitivity, specificity, and throughput. Proper sample preparation is important to minimize interference and enhance the accuracy of LC-MS/MS assays.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Maria del Carmen Razola-Diaz, Eduardo Jesus Guerra-Hernandez, Belen Garcia-Villanova, Vito Verardo
Summary: Orange production is increasing, with the orange peel being a valuable source of essential oils. This review aims to summarize the process of obtaining orange essential oil, focusing on comparing new and innovative techniques with conventional ones for extraction and encapsulation.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Vadia Foziya Yusuf, Sadhu Vibhuti Atulbhai, Bhattu Swapna, Naved Malek, Suresh Kumar Kailasa
Summary: In this review, the recent progress in using fluorescent carbon dots (CDs) for green analytical approaches in sensing pesticides, drugs, and biomolecules is discussed. The synthesis methods, optical properties, detection mechanisms, and analytical characteristics of CD-based analytical strategies are summarized. The opportunities and challenges of integrating CD-integrated fluorescence strategies for sensing pesticides, drugs, and biomolecules are also briefly described.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Jiayan Zhang, Mengting Liu, Yansheng Zhao, Ying Zhu, Juan Bai, Songtao Fan, Lin Zhu, Ci Song, Xiang Xiao
Summary: This paper reviews the effects of microbial fermentation on cereals, focusing on their nutritional value and health benefits, and summarizes the future market development of fermented cereal products.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Stuti Bhagat, Sanjay Singh
Summary: The unique properties of nanomaterials make them suitable for applications in animal and human nutrition. Feeding livestock with nanoparticles has shown positive effects on growth performance, immunity, reproduction ability, and product quality. This review discusses the need for animal nutrition, challenges in the field, and the use of nanotechnologies as an alternative for mineral supplementation.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Yaroslav L. Kobzar, Kateryna Fatyeyeva
Summary: This article highlights the importance of ionic liquids as steel corrosion inhibitors and emphasizes the necessity of developing green inhibitors. It also discusses the wide application of ionic liquids in corrosion prevention.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Spectroscopy
Li Wang, Waqas Ahmad, Jizhong Wu, Xinnong Wang, Quansheng Chen, Qin Ouyang
Summary: A fluorescence nanosensor based on molecularly imprinted polymer modified upconversion nanoparticles was established for the selective and sensitive determination of carbendazim residues. The method showed good linearity, sensitivity, and stability in real food samples.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Rui Liu, Shujat Ali, Dong Huang, Yunlian Zhang, Peng Lu, Quansheng Chen
Summary: This study aimed to establish a nucleic acid detection platform for sensitive detection of foodborne pathogens. The method combined rapid acquisition of amplification products, crRNA programmability, and collateral cleavage effects of Cas13a. The findings showed that the method could detect target gene as low as 2.4 copies/μL and achieved satisfactory accuracy compared to standard real-time PCR.
FOOD ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Hao Lin, Fuyun Wang, Jinjin Lin, Wenjing Yang, Wencui Kang, Hao Jiang, Selorm Yao-Say Solomon Adade, Jianrong Cai, Zhaoli Xue, Quansheng Chen
Summary: This research proposes a novel approach for identifying wheat infected by toxigenic Aspergillus flavus using characteristic volatile organic compounds (VOCs) analyzed by nano-composite colorimetric sensors. The combination of nanoparticles, such as poly styrene-co-acrylic acid (PSA), porous silica nanoparticles (PSN), and metal-organic framework (MOF), with boron dipyrromethene (BODIPY) was used to fabricate the nano-composite colorimetric sensors. The data extracted from the nano-colorimetric sensors by digital images were analyzed using linear discriminant analysis (LDA) and k-nearest neighbor (KNN), and the optimal KNN model achieved a 100.00% correct identification of toxigenic Aspergillus flavus infected wheat samples. This research is significant for the practical analysis of VOCs and the detection of toxigenic Aspergillus flavus infected wheat.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yi Xu, Waqas Ahmad, Md Mehedi Hassan, Huanhuan Li, Qin Ouyang, Quansheng Chen
Summary: A novel g-C3N4 nanosheets-assisted upconversion fluorescent aptasensor was developed for Staphylococcus aureus detection using hybridization chain reaction (HCR). The presence of S. aureus activated the HCR system and resulted in a decrease in peroxidase-like activity of g-C3N4 nanosheets and fluorescence recovery proportional to the concentration of S. aureus. The method showed acceptable recoveries in real food samples and was validated by a traditional plate counting method.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Acoustics
Zhen Wang, Waqas Ahmad, Afang Zhu, Wenhui Geng, Wencui Kang, Qin Ouyang, Quansheng Chen
Summary: This study combined headspace solid phase microextraction-gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (HS-SPME-GC/MS) with multivariate analysis fusion metabonomics to investigate the metabolite profile changes in fermented kombucha tea. The correlation between the metabolites and the fermentation process was comprehensively explored. Ultrasound-assisted factors were also examined for optimizing the fermentation process. A total of 132 metabolites were detected in the fermented kombucha using HS-SPME-GC/MS. Multivariate statistical analysis revealed significant differences in the phenotype of metabolites during the fermentation, and 25 characteristic metabolites were identified as biomarkers. Leaf alcohol was identified as the characteristic volatile during the fermentation process. The findings of this research provide insights for enhancing the flavor and aroma of kombucha in future fermentation processes.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Waqas Ahmad, Li Wang, Huanhuan Li, Quansheng Chen
Summary: This study developed a method to enhance the reproducibility of surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) detection by grafting an ultrathin polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) spacer layer onto a gold (Au) mirror film. The developed system showed high sensitivity and reproducibility in detecting ferbam residue in real fruit juice samples, with a detection limit of 1.09 x 10-8 mol L-1 and successful recovery of ferbam residues in grape and orange juice samples.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xiaowen Chen, Jie Wei, Jiaxin Li, Tianhui Jiao, Li Wang, Quansheng Chen
Summary: In this study, a chitosan-reduced graphene oxide/polyoxometalates/poly-L-lysine modified electrode was constructed and successfully utilized for the quantitative analysis of eugenol. The electrode demonstrated high stability, reproducibility, and fast response time. This research provided a new material for the electrochemical detection of eugenol.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Huanhuan Li, Qiyi Bei, Wenhao Zhang, Murugavelu Marimuthu, Md. Mehedi Hassan, Suleiman A. Haruna, Quansheng Chen
Summary: An ultrasensitive fluorescence sensor was developed using three-dimensional upconversion nanoclusters and aptamer-modulated thymine-Hg2+-thymine strategy. The sensor showed good selectivity and anti-interference, making it suitable for identifying Hg2+ in spiked samples.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Dongyan Chen, Zisen Wu, Yize Zhang, Dong Li, Jie Wei, Tianhui Jiao, Qingmin Chen, Munetaka Oyama, Quansheng Chen, Xiaomei Chen
Summary: This study developed a fluorescent platform based on a Tb-MOF for detecting propyl gallate (PG). The Tb-MOF exhibited multiple emissions and its fluorescence was weakened when PG was present. The sensor enabled rapid and selective determination of PG in soybean oil, providing a new route to monitor and reduce the overuse of PG.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jiaji Zhu, Xin Jiang, Yawen Rong, Wenya Wei, Shengde Wu, Tianhui Jiao, Quansheng Chen
Summary: In this study, surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) and deep learning models were used to detect zearalenone (ZEN) in corn oil. Gold nanorods were synthesized as a SERS substrate, and the collected SERS spectra were augmented to improve the generalization ability of regression models. Five regression models were developed, and the 1D CNN and 2D CNN models showed the best prediction performance. The proposed method offers an ultrasensitive and effective strategy for detecting ZEN in corn oil.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jiaji Zhu, Yawen Rong, Xin Jiang, Hao Qian, Xiaohong Yu, Quansheng Chen
Summary: This study proposes a method for the rapid on-site quantification of high-value pure vegetable oil content in vegetable blend oils using Raman spectroscopy and metaheuristics-based variable selection models. The developed method accurately quantifies the extra virgin olive oil content in vegetable blend oil samples and provides a rapid and cost-effective strategy for quantitative authentication of vegetable blend oils.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jizhong Wu, Wenya Wei, Waqas Ahmad, Shuhua Li, Qin Ouyang, Quansheng Chen
Summary: A novel approach utilizing on-chip microfluidic biosensors was developed for the simultaneous detection of two endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), bisphenol A (BPA) and diethylstilbestrol (DES), using upconversion nanoparticles doped with thulium (Tm) and erbium (Er) respectively. The study enhanced the luminescence of nanoparticles by constructing an active core-inert shell structure and by exploiting an aptamer-mediated bridging flocculation mechanism. The on-chip microfluidic biosensor demonstrated exceptional capabilities for the ultrasensitive detection of BPA and DES.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Zareef, Muhammad Arslan, Md Mehedi Hassan, Waqas Ahmad, Quansheng Chen
Summary: This study compared two machine learning approaches for the quantification of total polyphenols using the Si-PLS model. The models were optimized using GA and CARS to enhance resilience. The performance of the Si-GA-PLS and Si-CARS-PLS models were evaluated, with the latter showing better results.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Qin Ouyang, Mingming Zhang, Baoning Wang, Waqas Ahmad, Quansheng Chen
Summary: A novel fluorescence nanosensor-based cobalt porphyrin was designed for the detection of N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), which is widely found in air, water, and food, causing extreme hazards to public health due to its carcinogenicity. The nanosensor showed a strong binding affinity between cobalt tetraphenylporphyrin and NDMA, leading to a significant decline in the upconversion fluorescence at 450 nm. The nanosensor exhibited a linear detection range from 0.5 to 200.0 ng/mL with a limit of detection of 0.18 ng/mL and satisfactory results for NDMA detection in real samples.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2023)
Article
Spectroscopy
Muhammad Zareef, Muhammad Arslan, Md Mehedi Hassan, Waqas Ahmad, Huanhuan Li, Suleiman A. Haruna, Malik Muhammad Hashim, Qin Ouyang, Quansheng Chen
Summary: This study used a combination of colorimetric sensor array (CSA) and mobile near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy to predict the free fatty acids in wheat flour. The mid-level fusion coupled partial least squares (PLS) model showed superior data fusion results with higher correlation coefficients (RC = 0.8793), lower root mean square error of prediction (RMSEP = 6.99 mg/100 g), and higher residual predictive deviation (RPD = 2.27). The findings suggest that the NIR-CSA fusion approach can effectively predict free fatty acids in wheat flour.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Peiling Yan, Weiqing Lan, Jing Xie
Summary: Sodium alginate (SA) is an important marine polysaccharide that has extensive applications in food preservation and quality maintenance. Modification methods can be used to improve the properties of SA and make it compatible with other materials. Solvent-casting films and gels are common methods for using modified SA in food preservation.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Zhihui Yu, Yating Gao, Xinyi Jia, Shuai Cui, Li Ma, Dan Zheng, Xin Li, Long Li, Lixin Zhang, Yisheng Chen
Summary: This review provides a new perspective on the state-of-the-art research and application of high-intensity ultrasound (HIU) for modifying blue food proteins (BFPs). The effects of HIU treatment on the functional properties and structural composition of BFPs are comprehensively evaluated.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Honghong Zhang, Haoran Fan, Xueming Xu, Dan Xu
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive summary of changes in different components in frozen dough, including starch, gluten protein, lipid, and yeast, from a multiscale perspective. The methods of improving the production process of frozen dough, from main materials to end products, have been discussed. Key findings include the use of high gluten strength wheat flour and composite flour with high dietary fiber to improve the freezing resistance of gluten-starch matrix, as well as various methods to improve yeast freeze tolerance and the effects of different freezing rates.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Junhua Xie, Qiqiong Li, Shaoping Nie
Summary: This review provides an overview of bEVs' biology, evidence for their health benefits, and possible molecular pathways involved in their health-promoting effects, as well as perspectives for applications in foods and pharmaceuticals.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jose Bueno-Mancebo, Adriana Artola, Raquel Barrena, Fernando Rivero-Pino
Summary: This review provides an overview of the characterization, production, and applications of sophorolipids (SLs) in the food industry. SLs exhibit bioactivity and environmental friendliness, making them suitable for various applications in food packaging, agriculture, and other areas. The importance of SLs in the context of the One Health approach is emphasized.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Letter
Food Science & Technology
Saurabh Singh
Summary: This paper is interesting and relevant to determining the moisture content of food products. However, it lacks the classification of oven drying methods, which are cost-effective and important for drying solids and semisolids.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yong Cheng, Beijun Ang, Chaoyi Xue, Zhenyu Wang, Liduan Yin, Tong Wang, Qiuming Chen, Zhaojun Wang, Maomao Zeng, Wei Zhang, Jie Chen, Zhiyong He
Summary: Pollen fermentation can improve its nutrient profile, degrade allergenic compounds, enhance bioavailability, and promote gut health. Pollen can serve key roles in fermented food production and create opportunities for innovative product development. However, quality and safety considerations are important in pollen fermentation.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Fanghua Guo, Fereidoon Shahidi
Summary: This contribution summarizes the potential of anthocyanins as alternatives to antibiotics, focusing on their anti-oxidation, anti-inflammation, absorption, metabolism, antibacterial effects, and the possible mechanisms behind these effects. The use of encapsulation to improve stability and bioavailability of anthocyanins, as well as targeted delivery to the lower digestive tract, shows promise in replacing antibiotics. However, more in vivo studies are needed to further support these findings.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Muhammad Rehan Khan, Elena Torrieri, Florent Allais, Sami Fadlallah
Summary: This opinion paper explores the potential of integrating synthetic biology into microbial polymers to produce tailored biopolymers for food packaging applications. By leveraging synthetic biology tools and adopting safety assessment protocols established within the regulatory framework, this innovative approach has the potential to not only replace conventional methods but also address environmental concerns associated with traditional food packaging.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
