Article
Food Science & Technology
Jesus Morales Garcia, Chibuike C. Udenigwe, Jorge Duitama, Andres Fernando Gonzalez Barrios
Summary: This study reconstructed the peptide profiles from whey hydrolysates and developed a machine learning predictor for peptide classification. Potential antioxidant peptides were identified, aiding the discovery of novel antioxidants.
FOOD SCIENCE AND HUMAN WELLNESS
(2022)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yasaman Etemadian, Vida Ghaemi, Amir Reza Shaviklo, Parastoo Pourashouri, Ali Reza Sadeghi Mahoonak, Fereydoon Rafipour
Summary: The optimal use of animal by-products has a direct impact on environmental pollution and economy, with by-products from aquatic, livestock, and poultry processing having potential for higher value products. Compliance with regulatory requirements, traditions, and community culture is crucial for ensuring the safety and quality of food when using livestock by-products for food production.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Miku Sato, Narumi Harada-Shoji, Takafumi Toyohara, Tomoyoshi Soga, Masatoshi Itoh, Minoru Miyashita, Hiroshi Tada, Masakazu Amari, Naohiko Anzai, Shozo Furumoto, Takaaki Abe, Takashi Suzuki, Takanori Ishida, Hironobu Sasano
Summary: The study found that L-type amino acid transporter-1 (LAT1) plays an important role in therapeutic resistance and clinical outcomes of breast cancer. Glucose and amino acid metabolism were closely related, and in vitro experiments showed that LAT1 promoted amino acid uptake for energy production. Oncometabolites and branched-chain amino acids were also key players in energy production and drug resistance in chemotherapeutic-treated MCF-7 cells.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Baheeja J. Zaitoun, Niels Palmer, Jayendra K. Amamcharla
Summary: The first objective of this study was to characterize the chemical properties of three lots of whey protein hydrolysate (WPH) obtained from a commercial manufacturer. The degree of hydrolysis (DH) of WPH was between 13.82 and 15.35%, and was not significantly (p > 0.05) different between the batches. The second objective of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of WPH as a binder in whey protein isolate (WPI) wet agglomeration, and it was found that pre-wet mass, flow rate, and the WPH concentration had a significant (p < 0.05) effect on the moisture content.
Article
Parasitology
Matthew Pinch, Theodore Muka, Yashoda Kandel, Mahesh Lamsal, Nathan Martinez, Marialuisa Teixeira, Dmitri Y. Boudko, Immo A. Hansen
Summary: This study identified a putative interacting protein GCN1 for the mosquito's CAT1 protein, which is important for egg development. The results suggest that GCN1 is part of the nutrient sensor mechanism in mosquitoes.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lixia Zhang, Xiaojing Sun, Xin Lu, Songli Wei, Qiang Sun, Lu Jin, Guohui Song, Jing You, Fei Li
Summary: Umami peptides from defatted peanut powder hydrolysate contribute to umami taste and enhancement. Low molecular weight peptides play a significant role in umami perception.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Bing Wang, Yang Yang, Xin Bian, Hua-nan Guan, Lin-lin Liu, Xue-xia Li, Qing-qi Guo, Wojciech Piekoszewski, Feng-lian Chen, Na Wu, Zhan-qian Ma, Yan-guo Shi, Na Zhang
Summary: This study suggested that Milk Protein Hydrolysate could effectively enhance the proliferation of Bifidobacterium L80, increase viable counts, and improve antibacterial activity, contributing to the improvement of infant gut health.
MICROBIAL CELL FACTORIES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Johanna Huttunen, Mahmoud Agami, Janne Tampio, Ahmed B. Montaser, Kristiina M. Huttunen
Summary: l-Type amino acid transporter 1 (LAT1) is widely expressed in the brain and placenta, with overexpression in several cancer cell types. While the structure and ligand interactions of LAT1 are well-known, its intracellular life cycle remains poorly understood. The functionality of LAT1 can be measured using different methods, but variations between laboratories make result comparison challenging. This study evaluates the usefulness of indirect cis-inhibition methods and direct cellular uptake methods in interpreting LAT1-ligand interactions, highlighting the importance of understanding intracellular kinetics and their impact on critical tissues like the brain.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Yvan Vandenplas, Simona Belohlavkova, Axel Enninger, Pavel Fruehauf, Niten Makwana, Anette Jaervi
Summary: The study evaluates the diagnosis and management of infants with cow's milk allergy symptoms, testing the use of the CoMiSS tool in primary care practice. Results show a significant decrease in symptoms after a dietary intervention, indicating the effectiveness of CoMiSS in raising awareness of cow's milk protein allergy in primary health care.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Yao Zhang, Chao-Nan Li, Wei-Dan Jiang, Pei Wu, Yang Liu, Sheng-Yao Kuang, Ling Tang, Shu-Wei Li, Xiao-Wan Jin, Hong-Mei Ren, Xiao-Qiu Zhou, Lin Feng
Summary: This study investigated the effects of vitamin D-3 (VD3) on the growth performance, intestinal morphology, digestive absorption, and amino acid transport in grass carp. The results showed that VD3 supplementation improved the growth performance, intestinal structure, and enzyme activities in the fish. Furthermore, VD3 intake upregulated the expression of most intestinal free amino acids and their transporters, indicating an enhanced amino acid absorption capacity in the fish.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
L. Criado-Mesas, N. Abdelli, A. Noce, M. Farre, J. F. Perez, D. Sola-Oriol, R. Martin-Venegas, A. Forouzandeh, F. Gonzalez-Sole, J. M. Folch
Summary: A custom gene expression panel was developed to assess gene expression changes in poultry under challenging conditions. Results showed higher expression of genes related to barrier function and nutrient transport in chickens raised in healthy conditions, while birds challenged with C.perfringens had higher expression of genes involved in immune response. Eimeria challenge altered expression of genes related to barrier function and metabolism, increasing expression of genes related to immune response and oxidative stress. This panel provides insights into broiler response to pathogen challenge and differences in gene expression patterns under coccidial vaccine or NE.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Adedamola Akinyede, Tayo N. Fagbemi, Oluwatooyin F. Osundahunsi, Rotimi E. Aluko
Summary: This study aimed to determine the amino acid composition and antioxidant activities of Monodora myristica protein hydrolysate and its membrane ultrafiltration peptide fractions. The results showed that membrane fractionation significantly improved the peptide antioxidant activities, especially the 3-5 kDa fraction. This suggests that peptide fractions from the hydrolysate could be potential natural antioxidants in foods to replace synthetic antioxidants.
JOURNAL OF FOOD BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Faezeh Arasteh, Mohsen Barzegar, Hassan Ahmadi Gavlighi
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the antiglycation potential of fish, maize, and whey protein hydrolysates. The results showed that fish protein hydrolysate had the highest inhibitory effect, while maize protein hydrolysate had lower antiglycation activity. Whey protein hydrolysate showed the weakest inhibitory activity.
FOOD SCIENCE & NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Maral Afshinpour, Hamid Mahdiuni
Summary: This study investigates the transportation mechanism of arginine in CAT-1 and finds that water molecules play a leading role in forming the transportation channel. Understanding the arginine transportation mechanism is essential for developing CAT-1 blockers and potential medications for certain types of cancers.
JOURNAL OF BIOMOLECULAR STRUCTURE & DYNAMICS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Maiara Giroldi, Isabel Marie Grambusch, Daniel Neutzling Lehn, Claucia Fernanda Volken de Souza
Summary: The acceptance of dairy protein hydrolysates can be affected by characteristics like bitter taste and physiochemical instability, but encapsulation methods can minimize these challenges. Among various encapsulation methods, spray drying shows better results in maintaining bioactivity while being cost-effective. Polysaccharides as encapsulating agents are highlighted for their superior performance in protecting bioactive compounds.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jesper Tessin, Judith Rohde, Arne Jung, Nicole Kemper, Jochen Schulz
Summary: In this study, samples from poultry house environment and culled birds were collected, and E. cecorum was successfully isolated. The principle of isolating the pathogen by streaking on a chromogenic agar may motivate researchers to investigate transmission routes and optimize biosecurity measures.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Junqin Zhang, Zimin Xie, Yanlin Pan, Zuoxin Chen, Yunzhen Huang, Linlin Li, Jiawen Dong, Yong Xiang, Qi Zhai, Minhua Sun, Xingying Li, Shujian Huang, Ming Liao
Summary: In recent years, there has been an increase in the occurrence of fowl adenovirus 2 (FAdV-2) in China, posing a significant threat to the poultry industry. This study investigated the epidemiology, phylogenetic relationship, genomic characteristics, and pathogenicity of FAdV-2. The results showed that FAdV-2 was the most commonly detected serotype among various FAdV serotypes. Genetic analysis revealed that these FAdV-2 strains formed a distinct branch within the FAdV-D group and had a high nucleotide similarity with reference strains. Recombination analysis identified recombination events between FAdV-2 and FAdV-11 in some strains. Pathogenicity experiments demonstrated that a recombinant FAdV-2 strain caused a high mortality rate and more severe disease in chickens. These findings contribute to our understanding of FAdV-2 and provide a basis for vaccine development.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ebtsam Iraqi, Ali Abdel Hady, Nadia Elsayed, Hanaa Khalil, Amina El-Saadany, Karim El-Sabrout
Summary: Thermal manipulation during egg incubation, particularly at 12 to 18 days, has positive effects on embryonic development, hatching characteristics, chick quality, as well as posthatch thermotolerance and performance.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Yong Liu, Mingxin Song, He Bai, Chunhua Wang, Fei Wang, Qi Yuan
Summary: Dietary curcumin supplementation can significantly improve egg quality of quails in the late laying period, primarily by improving lipid metabolism and selectively regulating the intestinal microbial community.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Lei Zhang, Zhixuan Song, Peiyao Li, Xingju Song, Xinming Tang, Dandan Hu
Summary: This study evaluated the vaccine potential of recombinant proteins for avian coccidiosis caused by Eimeria. The results showed that the rEten5-B protein can trigger immune protection against E. tenella and may be a potential and effective subunit vaccine for the control of coccidiosis in poultry.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Milan Kumar Sharma, Amit Kumar Singh, Doyun Goo, Venkata Sesha Reddy Choppa, Hanseo Ko, Hanyi Shi, Woo Kyun Kim
Summary: The study investigates the effect of Eimeria infection on gastrointestinal physiology, growth performance, and egg production of Hy-Line W-36 laying hens during peak production. Results show that Eimeria infection negatively affects body weight, feed intake, immune response, and nutrient transporter gene expression. Egg production temporarily ceases in hens infected with high and medium-high dosages of Eimeria.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Elwy A. Ashour, Mahmoud Kamal, Hayman A. A. Altaie, Ayman A. Swelum, Gamaleldin M. Suliman, Guillermo Tellez-Isaias, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of CP and ME on the performance and nutritional value of Japanese quail lay chicken. The results showed that protein and energy levels significantly influenced all productive outcomes except feed conversion ratio. The combination of dietary energy and protein levels had a substantial effect on all egg quality trials evaluated. It is recommended to feed layer Japanese quail between the ages of 8 and 20 weeks during the summer with a dietary energy content of 2,900 kcal ME/kg and 20% CP.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
J. E. Doornweerd, R. F. Veerkamp, B. de Klerk, M. van der Sluis, A. C. Bouwman, E. D. Ellen, G. Kootstra
Summary: Tracking group-housed individual broilers using video can provide valuable information on their health, welfare, and performance. This study conducted a comprehensive analysis on broiler tracking on video and potential tracking errors, highlighting the potential and challenges of phenotyping broiler locomotion. The results emphasized the importance of addressing tracking errors, potential algorithm improvements, and the need for an external animal identification system for efficient locomotion phenotyping.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jiayu Wu, Yanan Wang, Yu An, Changyu Tian, Lingfeng Wang, Zuhong Liu, Desheng Qi
Summary: This study compared the gene expression differences in liver tissues of laying hens at different ages using RNA sequencing, and found that the transport and metabolism of amino acids changed during the growing period, which influenced the growth and development of the hens.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
J. Raabe, G. Raveendran, W. Otten, K. Homeyer, T. Bartels
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different flicker frequencies on the behavior, performance, and stress response in male turkeys. The results showed that flicker frequencies of 165 Hz or higher had no detrimental effect on growth performance, injurious pecking, or endocrine stress response in the turkeys.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Adamu Mani Isa, Yanyan Sun, Yuanmei Wang, Yunlei Li, Jingwei Yuan, Aixin Ni, Hui Ma, Lei Shi, Hailai Hagos Tesfay, Yunhe Zong, Panlin Wang, Pingzhuang Ge, Jilan Chen
Summary: This study sequenced mRNAs and lncRNAs in the ovary stroma of specific chicken breeds and their reciprocal crossbreds to understand the molecular mechanism of heterosis for egg production. Results showed that genes with nonadditive expression were related to follicle growth and atresia as well as oxidative stress in the crossbred hens.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Zhepeng Wang, Qiu Chen, Yiwei Wang, Yulu Wang, Ruifang Liu
Summary: The study investigates the functional variants associated with chicken eggshell color in the SLCO1B3 gene by measuring the eggshell color of Lueyang black-boned chickens and analyzing the genetic data. It identifies 15 variants in SLCO1B3 that are significantly associated with eggshell color. However, the functional analysis shows that one specific variant, 1B3_SNP108, does not have a significant effect on promoter activity. This study highlights the importance of SLCO1B3 and its variants in breeding eggshell color.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
P. Yin, Q. Tong, B. M. Li, W. C. Zheng, Y. Wang, H. Q. Peng, X. L. Xue, S. Q. Wei
Summary: This study investigated the welfare and health of laying hens in a multitier system. The results showed that the spatial distribution of hens changed with increasing age, and lower-ranking hens preferred to stay in lower tiers to avoid competition but still had access to resources. This improved the welfare and health of the hens near the end of the laying cycle.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Wenwen Liang, Siqiong Jie, Yiqin Wang, Xiaowei Wen, Yanling Xiong, Xiaoxi Lin, Zhengrong Lv
Summary: This study examined the effect of risk perceptions on preventive behavior among vendors in the live poultry wholesale market and the live poultry retail market in Guangdong Province using the health belief model and structural equation modeling. The results showed that perceived severity and perceived benefits positively influenced vendors' self-efficacy in the wholesale market, while perceived barriers negatively affected self-efficacy in both the wholesale and retail markets. Moreover, cues to action mediated the relationship between perceived severity, perceived benefits, and self-efficacy, and also mediated the effect of perceived susceptibility among wholesale market vendors.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Shreeya Sharma, Raveendra R. Kulkarni, Shayan Sharif, Hosni Hassan, Mohammadali Alizadeh, Scott Pratt, Khaled Abdelaziz
Summary: The study investigates the impact of exposing chick embryos to antigens via in ovo delivery of poultry-specific lactobacilli on the expression of genes associated with early bursal development and maturation. Results indicate that the supplementation of poultry-specific lactobacilli to chick embryos can accelerate the development and immunological maturation of the bursa of Fabricius.