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Acoustics
Ye Zou, Fangyun Lu, Biao Yang, Jingjing Ma, Jing Yang, Chao Li, Xin Wang, Daoying Wang, Weimin Xu
Summary: The study investigated the effect of ultrasound-assisted konjac glucomannan treatment on chicken plasma protein gelation properties. The treated groups showed significantly increased gelation strength and water-holding capacity, with KGUG displaying the best rheological properties.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Min Yang, Qiubing Zeng, Yucheng Wang, Juanjuan Qin, Jie Zheng, Wenqiang Wa
Summary: The study found that sonication pretreatment of microfiltered casein micelle retentates affected intrinsic fluorescence intensities, oil absorption capacity, particle size, thermal stability, solubility, and density values. Although the secondary structure remained unchanged, disintegration of micellar casein particles after sonication improved digestibility in simulated intestinal fluid. Prolonged ultrasound pretreatment was concluded to enhance digestion of micellar casein concentrates and their products.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nan Chen, Qing Wang, Mu-Xuan Wang, Ning-yang Li, Annabelle Briones, L. Cassani, M. A. Prieto, Maricar B. Carandang, Chao Liu, Chun-Mei Gu, Jin-Yue Sun
Summary: This study aimed to characterize the physicochemical, thermal, and rheological properties of cashew nut starch (CNS) and compare them with potato and corn starches. The results showed that CNS had higher gelatinization temperatures and peak viscosity, lower shear resistance compared to high amylose corn starch, but higher than potato starch. Furthermore, CNS had higher storage and loss modulus values, indicating predominantly elastic properties. These findings provide insights into the properties of cashew nut starch and its potential application in food processing.
Article
Acoustics
Yun Jeong Kim, Min Hyeock Lee, Se-Myung Kim, Bum-Keun Kim, Hae In Yong, Yun-Sang Choi
Summary: This study evaluated the potential of time-dependent treatment of porcine-derived myofibrillar proteins (MPs) with high-intensity ultrasound (HIU) as Pickering stabilizers. The structural and physicochemical properties of the HIU-treated MPs were analyzed, revealing changes in protein structure and surface hydrophobicity. Emulsification and dispersion stability of the HIU-treated MPs were improved, supported by the formation of small spherical droplets and lower Turbiscan stability index.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Acoustics
Qiufang Liang, Xinru Sun, Husnain Raza, Muhammad Aslam Khan, Haile Ma, Xiaofeng Ren
Summary: Ultrasound treatment was successfully used to prepare Quercetin-loaded Casein phosphopeptides/chitosan nanoparticles, resulting in smaller size and improved encapsulation efficiency of the nanoparticles. The nanoparticles showed enhanced environmental stability and antioxidant activity after ultrasound treatment, indicating the potential of ultrasound-assisted nanoparticle preparation in the functional food and beverage industry.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yuqin Feng, Igbokwe Chidimma Juliet, Chaoting Wen, Yuqing Duan, Jie Zhou, Yuanqing He, Haihui Zhang, Haile Ma
Summary: The study investigated the physicochemical and functional properties of polysaccharides from Sagittaria sagittifolia L. extracted with multi-mode divergent ultrasound, finding that this method improved yield, morphology, and functional characteristics compared to hot water extraction. The results suggest that multi-mode divergent ultrasound has great potential in various fields due to its ability to enhance polysaccharide extraction and properties.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chao Zhang, Qinxiu Sun, Qian Chen, Qian Liu, Baohua Kong
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of different power levels of ultrasonic-assisted immersion thawing on chicken breast muscle. It found that using 300 W of ultrasonic power significantly reduced thawing and cooking losses and minimized damage to the protein structure.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jizhong Wang, Tingting Liu, Xuyun Bian, Zhichao Hua, Guodong Chen, Xinxin Wu
Summary: The study on starches from aquatic vegetables including Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn., Eleocharis dulcis, Sagiaaria sagittifolia L., and Trapa bispinosa Roxb. revealed significant differences in properties and applications in edible films. This research will contribute to the development of products based on starch obtained from aquatic vegetables.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Man Zhang, Rubo Tian, Siyang Tang, Kejing Wu, Binshen Wang, Yingying Liu, Yingming Zhu, Houfang Lu, Bin Liang
Summary: In this study, the structure and properties of lignin extracted from moso bamboo, wheat straw, and poplar wood using different treatment processes were compared. The lignin extracted by deep eutectic solvent (DES) showed well-preserved structures, low molecular weight, homogeneous lignin fragments, regular nanostructure, high carbon residue content, and excellent antioxidant properties. The lignin in straw exhibited the most obvious structural destruction due to the degradation of β-O-4 and β-β linkages during DES treatment. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the structural changes in lignin from different biomass and can guide the development of targeted applications based on lignin characteristics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Nikita Sanwal, Sushreesmita Mishra, Jatindra K. Sahu, S. N. Naik
Summary: Ultrasound-assisted extraction conditions have a significant impact on the antioxidant activity, stability, and extraction efficiency of sea buckthorn seed oil. The optimal UAE conditions include treatment at 50 degrees C for 8.28 minutes, 552 W ultrasound power, and a solvent to sample ratio of 10:1, resulting in high carotenoid content, potent free radical scavenging ability, and oxidative stability in the extracted oil.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Tianfang Zhang, Jingjing Gao, Luxi He, Zhengbin He, Songlin Yi
Summary: The combined zinc chloride-ultrasound pretreatment and thermal modification method effectively reduced moisture absorption, increased cellulose crystallinity, raised the surface contact angle, lowered the temperature required for thermal decomposition, and enhanced color change in Moso bamboo.
JOURNAL OF THE TAIWAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Guang-Hui Liu, Jing-Chao Fan, Kai Wang
Summary: The influence of sonication duration and TGase addition on the pH, emulsion stability, textural characteristics, and protein conformation of reduced-salt chicken meat batter was analyzed. Both sonication and TGase treatment led to improved pH, emulsion stability, and texture properties, with sonication having a stronger effect.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Acoustics
Yi-Lun Wang, Jin-Jie Yang, Shi-Cheng Dai, Xiao-Hong Tong, Tian Tian, Chu-Chen Liang, Liang Li, Huan Wang, Lian-Zhou Jiang
Summary: This study investigated the effects of ultrasonic treatment on the physicochemical and emulsifying properties of soy protein isolate-hawthorn flavonoids complexes. The results showed that ultrasonic treatment improved the properties and antioxidant activity, and formed high-density small droplets in the emulsion.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yujuan Gu, Xiaojie Qian, Binghua Sun, Sen Ma, Xiaoling Tian, Xiaoxi Wang
Summary: The study examined the nutritional constituents, hydration, pasting, and thermal properties of oat flour sieve fractions of different particle sizes, revealing the distribution and impact of protein, fatty acids, amino acids, and pasting properties among the fractions. The findings provide valuable insights for oat processing and the development of oat-based products with specific particle sizes to achieve desired characteristics.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Bin Yang, Ning Wang, Yawei Song, Jiemei Liu
Summary: Ultrasound and nanoparticles were used to control the supercooling degree of erythritol-based phase change material. The study investigated the effects of particle type, ultrasonic power, and initial ultrasonic temperature on the crystallization supercooling degree, progress, and instability of nanofluids, while exploring a preparation scheme for nanofluids that balance high-quality thermal performance and economic value.
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.