Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Osman Bozkurt, Betul Kocaadam-Bozkurt, Hilal Yildiran
Summary: Curcumin, the main component of turmeric, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities, making it a promising option for the prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and its complications.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Mahammed Ilyas Khazi, Fakhra Liaqat, Xingrong Liu, Yilin Yan, Daochen Zhu
Summary: Fermentation of turmeric-infused kombucha showed lower pH decrease and higher levels of active ingredients compared to standard kombucha, resulting in enhanced antioxidant, cytotoxic, and antibacterial activity. The addition of turmeric presents new opportunities in the field of functional foods.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Vinod S. Ipar, Rekha S. Singhal, Padma Devarajan
Summary: A ready-to-use turmeric latte was developed by microencapsulating turmeric oleoresin with a blend of gum acacia, maltodextrin, and dairy whitener. The encapsulated powder showed high encapsulation efficiency, desired curcumin content, quick wettability time, and excellent dispersibility. The turmeric latte demonstrated superior antioxidant activity and significantly enhanced oral bioavailability, confirming the bioenhancement effect.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Zongping Zhu, Jiao Chen, Yi Chen, Yuntong Ma, Qingsong Yang, Yunqiu Fan, Chaomei Fu, Boonjai Limsila, Rui Li, Wan Liao
Summary: This study focused on the extraction, structure, and antioxidant activity of turmeric polysaccharides (TPs). Different polysaccharide fractions were purified and analyzed, with TPs-2 exhibiting the strongest antioxidant effects. Overall, the results indicated that TPs have great potential as natural antioxidants in functional foods.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Jianbin Xiao, Siyuan Chen, Youqiang Chen, Jingqian Su
Summary: Aloin, an active ingredient found in Aloe species, has attracted considerable interest for its anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antibacterial, and antioxidant activities. However, its unclear mechanism of action restricts its clinical application, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of its pharmacological activity and the development of new research approaches.
PHYTOTHERAPY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Snehalata Khuntia, Bhaskar Chandra Sahoo, Jyotirmayee Lenka, Basudeba Kar, Suprava Sahoo
Summary: This study aimed to predict the in-silico interactions of C. caesia volatile constituents against the protein responsible for oxidative and microbial stress in order to investigate their potential for industrial and pharmaceutical applications. The in vitro validation of the antioxidant, antibacterial, and antifungal activity of the essential oils (EOs) derived from C. caesia rhizome and leaves confirmed the accuracy of the in-silico predictions. The major constituents in C. caesia EOs were curzerenone, camphor, eucalyptol, epicurzerenone, germacrone, viridifloral, muurola-4,10(14)-dien-1-ol, and globulol, which may be valuable sources for developing antioxidant and antimicrobial drugs.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Caian He, Xiaojiao Liu, Haiyan Zhang, Tingting Mu, Yuhong Zhang, Xuechun Ren, Lin Han, Min Wang
Summary: This study aimed to characterize the phenolic compounds in Qingke bran and improve their release by autoclaving and fermentation treatment. The results showed that both white and black Qingke bran contained a high content of phenolic compounds and flavonoids. Ferulic acid and vitexin were the major phenolic acids and flavonoids, and most compounds were in the bound form. Autoclaving and fermentation treatment enhanced the release of free phenolic compounds, especially ferulic acid, and increased the antioxidant capacities. This study provides insights into the health benefits of Qingke bran and suggests a promising approach for functional food development.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Priyanka Joshi, Sushil Joshi, Deepak Kumar Semwal, Akansha Bisht, Swapnil Sharma, Jaya Dwivedi
Summary: The turmeric waste known as turmeric spent oleoresin (TSO) is a rich source of phytochemicals, exhibiting antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, making it a potential candidate for utilization in food products. Further research is needed to establish TSO as a therapeutic agent against microbial diseases.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Seyyed Morteza Hoseini, Sanjay Kumar Gupta, Morteza Yousefi, Evgeny Vladimirovich Kulikov, Stanislav Gennadievich Drukovsky, Aleksandr Konstantinovich Petrov, Ali Taheri Mirghaed, Seyed Hossein Hoseinifar, Hien Van Doan
Summary: The study found that adding 1% turmeric to the diet can significantly improve the antioxidant, immune, and tissue health characteristics of common carp during transportation, mitigating the adverse effects of stress caused by transportation.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xiuxiu Sun, Peter A. Follett, Marisa M. Wall, Keegan S. Duff, Xiaohua Wu, Chang Shu, Anne Plotto, Peishih Liang, Dara G. Stockton
Summary: Beverage mixtures based on pineapple and turmeric juice with different concentrations of turmeric were developed. The addition of turmeric resulted in increased physicochemical and nutritional properties, as well as the presence of specific volatile compounds. However, higher concentrations of turmeric negatively affected the overall flavor due to decreased palatability. The pineapple juice fortified with 10% turmeric showed the best overall quality, suggesting the potential for development as a commercial functional beverage.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Ying Wang, Liang Wang, Jin Tan, Rong Li, Zi-Tao Jiang, Shu-Hua Tang
Summary: Pepper essential oils, particularly black pepper, exhibit strong antioxidative activities with higher correlations to specific compounds compared to white pepper. The comprehensive antioxidant properties of pepper oil suggest its potential as a natural broad-spectrum antioxidant.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nesrin Colak, Aynur Kurt-Celebi, Jiri Gruz, Miroslav Strnad, Sema Hayirlioglu-Ayaz, Myoung-Gun Choung, Tuba Esatbeyoglu, Faik Ahmet Ayaz
Summary: A comparative study was conducted on the chemical composition and antioxidant capacity of black, purple, and white eggplants grown in Turkey. Black and purple eggplants exhibited higher phenolic content and antioxidant capacity.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Qun-Jiao Yan, Yun-Yi Chen, Man-Xi Wu, Han Yang, Jin-Ping Cao, Chong-De Sun, Yue Wang
Summary: This study compared and analyzed the phenolic compounds in the peel and flesh of loquat (Eriobotrya japonica), and found that peel extracts have higher antioxidant capacity compared to flesh extracts. Through experiments, it was observed that loquat extracts can enhance cell viability and regulate antioxidant enzyme activity. Animal experiments also demonstrated that loquat extract can alleviate alcohol-induced liver damage.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Gracia Patricia Blanch, Sonia de Pascual-Teresa, Maria Luisa Ruiz del Castillo
Summary: This study evaluated the antioxidant content of two different black corn-based products subject to moderate processing. The black corn products exhibited higher antioxidant characteristics compared to white and yellow corns. These findings suggest black corn as a promising ingredient for health-promoting corn-based foodstuffs.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Junyoung Park, Subeen Do, Minju Lee, Seungwoo Ha, Kwang-Geun Lee
Summary: In the preparation of turmeric powder, the concentration of 70% ethanol extraction solvent significantly increased the levels of curcuminoids, antioxidant activity, and average particle size. SFD turmeric powder preparations had the highest curcuminoid content, while the average particle size increased in the order of FD, SFD, and SD.
CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Neeta Pathaw, Arun Bahadur Gurung, Nikhil Kumar Chrungoo, Atanu Bhattacharjee, Subhra Saikat Roy, Meraj Alam Ansari, Susheel Kumar Sharma
Summary: Beta-glucosidase is an important enzyme with broad spectrum antifungal and antimicrobial activity, playing a key role in plant defense mechanisms. The identified SeBG enzyme showed stable and strong interaction with various substrates, suggesting its potential as a biocontrol agent against phytopathogens. Results from in vitro studies indicated promising enzyme activity levels for SeBG, indicating its potential as an effective biocontrol agent.
JOURNAL OF BIOMOLECULAR STRUCTURE & DYNAMICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Amila A. Dissanayake, Juma A. Mmongoyo, Muraleedharan G. Nair
Summary: Several new bioactive compounds were isolated from Dioscorea sansibarensis Pax yam collected from Tanzania for the first time, with phenanthrenes 3-5 exhibiting the highest anti-inflammatory activity. Phenolics (6-8) and steroidal sapogenins (9-11) showed moderate inhibition compared to traditional NSAIDs, and compounds 6-11 exhibited moderate antioxidant activity.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Amila Abishake Dissanayake, Kambou Georges, Muraleedharan Gopalan Nair
Summary: Bioassay guided study of Cleome viscosa Linn. leaves led to the isolation of a new cembrenoid diterpene and three known compounds, showing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities comparable to conventional drugs.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xingyu Lu, Amila A. Dissanayake, Chuqiao Xiao, Jie Gao, Mouming Zhao, Muraleedharan G. Nair
Summary: In this study, five sterols were isolated and identified from Laminaria japonica, showing significant anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
K. Tamreihao, Asem Kajal Devi, Pangamba Langamba, Heikham Naresh Singh, Pintubala Kshetri, Chongtham Rajiv, Thangjam Surchandra Singh, Tabitha Langhu, Susheel Kumar Sharma, Meraj Alam Ansari, Subhra Saikat Roy
Summary: The North-East Indian Himalayan Region relies on agriculture for livelihood, but can only produce a small percentage of the country's food grains, necessitating imports. Endophytes from ethnomedicinal plants play a vital role in promoting plant growth, protecting against diseases, and mitigating abiotic stress. Exploring these indigenous endophytes is crucial for sustainable agricultural development.
JOURNAL OF PURE AND APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Chongtham Rajiv, Subhra Saikat Roy, Thangjam Surchandra Singh, K. Tamreihao, Pintubala Kshetri, Haobijam Sanjita Devi, Susheel Kumar Sharma, Asem Kajal Devi, Pangambam Langamba, Heikham Naresh Singh, Chongtham Tania, Chongtham Sonia, Blessa Sailo, M. Norjit Singh
Summary: Persicaria sagittata is an herbaceous edible plant mainly found in wetland areas of North America and Eastern Asia. It has been found to contain bioactive compounds with potential DNA protection ability and antihyperglycemic activity. The plant also has low cytotoxicity in vivo. Additional studies have determined the proximate composition and nutrient content of this underutilised aquatic plant.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gavidi NagaVenkata Satyanarayana, Akshaya Raghavan, S. Jayachitra, M. Sathish, Subhra Saikat Roy, Sutapa Ghosh
Summary: Hydrogen is considered as an effective alternative fuel to traditional fossil fuels. In this study, H-CD/Pt-TiO2 heterostructure was prepared using H-CD and Pt, and it exhibited higher hydrogen generation performance under a 450 W Xe-Hg lamp compared to pure anatase TiO2.
Article
Microbiology
K. Tamreihao, Asem Kajal DevI, Pangamba Langamba, Heikham Naresh Singh, Thangjam Surchandra Singh, Chongtham Rajiv, Pintubala Kshetri, B. U. Choudhury, Susheel Kumar Sharma, Subhra Saikat Roy
Summary: Plants face various abiotic stresses, causing yield losses and posing a challenge to global food production. Certain bacterial strains have been found to alleviate the effects of water stress on plant growth and enhance antioxidant activity. Bioinoculant treatment improves plant yield, nutrient uptake, and fruit quality.
ANTONIE VAN LEEUWENHOEK INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GENERAL AND MOLECULAR MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Mayengbam Premi Devi, Madhumita Dasgupta, Sansuta Mohanty, Susheel Kumar Sharma, Vivek Hegde, Subhra Saikat Roy, Rennya Renadevan, Kinathi Bipin Kumar, Hitendra Kumar Patel, Manas Ranjan Sahoo
Summary: This study conducted genetic discrimination of taro genotypes in the northeastern hill region of India, using DNA barcoding and identified ITS2 gene as a potential DNA barcode candidate for accurate discrimination among different genotypes.
Article
Microbiology
Oinam Priyoda Devi, Susheel Kumar Sharma, Keithellakpam Sanatombi, Konjengbam Sarda Devi, Neeta Pathaw, Subhra Saikat Roy, Ngathem Taibangnganbi Chanu, Rakesh Sanabam, Huirem Chandrajini Devi, Akoijam Ratankumar Singh, Virendra Kumar Baranwal
Summary: A simplified and robust multiplex PCR assay has been developed for the simultaneous detection of six chilli viruses. The assay showed high sensitivity, specificity, and the ability to detect mixed infections in field samples. This method will have practical applications in virus indexing and management.
Article
Microbiology
Elizabeth Devi Wahengbam, Chingakham Premabati Devi, Susheel Kumar Sharma, Subhra Saikat Roy, Albert Maibam, Madhumita Dasgupta, Star Luikham, Tania Chongtham, Arati Ningombam, Ingudam Bhupenchandra, Laishram Kanta Singh, Yumnam Prabhabati Devi, Sushmita Thokchom, Chingakham Inao Khaba, Nameirakpam Bunindro Singh, Yallappa Rajashekar, Sudripta Das, Sansuta Mohanty, Manas Ranjan Sahoo
Summary: Rapid postharvest physiological deterioration (PPD) is a significant concern in cassava storage, with freshly harvested tubers starting to spoil within 24 to 72 hours. The accumulation of H2O2 is an early biochemical event during PPD, while the fluorescence of hydroxycoumarin compounds emitted by the cassava tubers varies significantly during storage. The total phenolics and carotenoids showed a negative correlation with PPD progression, while anthocyanin and flavonoids showed a positive correlation with ROS accumulation. The expression of PPD-associated genes was higher at 6-12 days of PPD, indicating the synthesis of ROS turnover and phenylpropanoid biosynthesis. A strong positive correlation was found between secondary metabolites and PPD signaling gene expression.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Thangjam Surchandra Singh, Pintubala Kshetri, Asem Kajal Devi, Pangambam Langamba, Keishing Tamreihao, Heikham Naresh Singh, Romila Akoijam, Tania Chongtham, Chingakham Premabati Devi, Tensubam Basanta Singh, Sonia Chongtham, Yumnam Prabhabati Devi, Aparna Kuna, Soibam Giri Singh, Susheel Kumar Sharma, Anup Das, Subhra Saikat Roy
Summary: This study quantified the nutritional quality and bioactivity of nutgall, an underutilized fruit crop found in Eastern Himalaya and other Asian countries. The results showed that nutgall fruit is rich in essential fatty acids and amino acids and exhibits high antioxidant and antihypertensive properties. It has the potential to be a commercially exploitable source of phytonutrients with multifaceted health benefits.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Huirem Chandrajini Devi, K. Sarda Devi, Rakesh Sanabam, Neeta Pathaw, Oinam Priyoda Devi, Ng. Taibangnganbi Chanu, Albert Maibam, W. Tampakleima Chanu, Jyotsana Sanasam, Subhra Saikat Roy, Ch. Premabati Devi, A. Ratankumar Singh, Ph. Sobita Devi, Nitika Gupta, Susheel Kumar Sharma
Summary: A simplified reverse transcription-recombinase polymerase amplification (RT-RPA) method was developed for the detection of chilli veinal mottle virus (ChiVMV) in valuable chilli landraces of North East Region (NER) of India. The method showed high sensitivity and specificity in field sample detection, with a simplified procedure and no need for conventional RNA extraction.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Susheel Kumar Sharma, Neeta Pathaw, Baby Wangkhem, Kabrabam Suraj Jackson, Konjengbam Sarda Devi, Subhra Saikat Roy, Akoijam Ratankumar Singh, Raghuveer Singh, Amrita Banerjee, Sudhir Kumar, Arati Ningombam, Dnyaneshwar Madhukar Firake, Thokchom Surjit Singh
Summary: This study presents a simple template-based reverse transcription-polymerase amplification assay (ST-RT-RPA) for detecting citrus tristeza virus (CTV) without the need for RNA isolation. The developed assay showed versatility in amplification conditions and demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity in detecting CTV infection. It outperformed standard RT-PCR in field sample testing, making it a suitable and easily adaptable method for resource-limited settings.
LETTERS IN APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Subhra Saikat Roy, Ananta Sarkar, H. Naresh Singh, S. K. Sharma, M. A. Ansari, K. H. Rishikanta Singh, G. Kadirvel, P. Punitha, Pintubala Kshetri, T. H. Surchandra Singh, K. Tamreihao, Chongtham Rajiv, A. Kajal Devi, Tabitha Langhu, P. Langamba, Shiv Datt
Summary: This study critically assesses the performance of micro and small foodpreneurs in Manipur, India during the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings suggest that these entrepreneurs faced various challenges and highlights the major problems and remedial measures. This is the first report on the impact of COVID-19 on foodpreneurs in Northeast India.
INDIAN JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
(2022)
