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Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Qingqing Yu, Luyu Yang, Shujun Wang, Lei Zhang, Dongping Sun
Summary: In this study, a biodegradable material was prepared using regenerated bacterial cellulose and citric acid. The resulting film showed improved mechanical properties and degradability compared to commercial plastic wrap, making it a promising option for food packaging.
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Food Science & Technology
Jane Wangprasertkul, Rinlapas Siriwattanapong, Nathdanai Harnkarnsujarit
Summary: The study demonstrated that the incorporation of 3% and 6% sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate in poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) and thermoplastic starch blends can produce antimicrobial biodegradable packaging materials. Blends containing 6% PS formed homogeneous film microstructures with the highest transparency, mechanical and barrier properties, effectively delaying the growth of Aspergillus niger and Rhizopus sp. while reducing total viable count, yeast, and mold.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Elzbieta Czarnecka, Jacek Nowaczyk, Miroslawa Prochon, Anna Masek
Summary: This study focuses on the development of a superabsorbent polymer material that exhibits high fluid absorbance and biodegradability. The swelling and dehydration kinetics of hydrogels formed by grafting polymerization of carboxymethyl starch and chitosan were studied, and the surface morphology and texture properties of the hydrogels were observed using scanning electron microscopy. Spectroscopic analyses confirmed the formation of acetal crosslink bridges including vanillin molecules.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Ali Afzal, Zubair Khaliq, Sheraz Ahmad, Faheem Ahmad, Abid Noor, Muhammad Bilal Qadir
Summary: This study examined a composite structure of corn starch and polyvinyl alcohol with coir fiber reinforcement, which showed improved water absorbency and tensile strength, as well as enhanced degradability. The incorporation of fiber particles in the composite structure led to improved overall performance properties, making it suitable for various packaging applications.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nibedita Das Adhikary, Aarti Bains, Kandi Sridhar, Ravinder Kaushik, Prince Chawla, Minaxi Sharma
Summary: Polysaccharide-based packaging technology is crucial for the development of biodegradable packaging, with excellent characteristics and potential to replace conventional synthetic packaging.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Sebahir Ulpki Koselerli, Mehmet Onurhan Gucus, Mustafa Kemal Uslu
Summary: Plastic used in food packaging causes permanent damage to living things. This study examined biodegradable composite plates made from cross-linked wheat starch and cellulose-based fibers for their physical and mechanical properties. The properties of the composite plates were significantly altered, depending on the composition and fibers used. The addition of carboxymethyl cellulose improved water resistance and reduced brittleness in the plates, and the plates with linter fiber disappeared entirely from nature within 40 days.
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Polymer Science
Cuntang Wang, Xuanzhe An, Yueyi Lu, Ziyu Li, Zengming Gao, Shengxin Tian
Summary: In this study, an active film composed of corn starch/ K-carrageenan and ethanolic grape seed extract was successfully prepared, and the effects of different concentrations of ethanolic grape seed extract on the properties of the film were analyzed. The results showed that the addition of grape seed extract inhibited the recrystallization of starch in the film and had an impact on its physicochemical, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties. These findings suggest that ethanolic grape seed extract can be used as a food-grade packaging material with potential applications in the food industry.
Review
Polymer Science
Alexis Morinval, Luc Averous
Summary: The thermoplastic packaging market has rapidly grown in the last few decades due to the rapid increase in global consumption, globalization, and the compromise between properties and the availability of relatively cheap commodity polymers. The recent awareness of environmental concerns has driven research and development on green materials such as biobased and biodegradable polymers, primarily for short-term packaging applications. These materials offer lower environmental impact and controlled end of life through enzymatic degradation to mineralization.
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Food Science & Technology
Yatik Thakwani, Anugraha Karwa, B. G. Prakash Kumar, Mihir Kumar Purkait, Murchana Changmai
Summary: This study focuses on the preparation of biodegradable films from natural polymer starch modified by cellulose and chitin with incorporation of extracts from date seeds, aiming for potential application as food packaging materials. The addition of date seed extracts to the films improved their tensile strength and resulted in antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. The films were found to be easily degradable in composting soil within 5-7 weeks, and economic analysis suggested the feasibility of their production in terms of cost.
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Chemistry, Applied
Shuo Qiu, Yikai Zhou, Geoffrey I. N. Waterhouse, Ruizhi Gong, Jiazhuo Xie, Kun Zhang, Jing Xu
Summary: The biodegradable films made of PBAT and PLA, incorporating POSS(epoxy)8 as a reactive compatibilizer, showed improved interfacial adhesion, mechanical properties, and gas permeability. The addition of POSS(epoxy)8 during film production can offer a simple strategy for producing high-performance biodegradable plastic packaging films.
Review
Polymer Science
Yana Cahyana, Christoper Verrell, Dodo Kriswanda, Ghina Almira Aulia, Namira Azkia Yusra, Herlina Marta, Nandi Sukri, Safarov Jasur Esirgapovich, Sultanova Shakhnoza Abduvakhitovna
Summary: Starch-based films are often modified through oxidation and heat moisture treatment to improve their properties. However, there is a lack of comprehensive reviews on these modifications for film application. This paper discusses the progress of research on oxidized and heat moisture-treated-starch for edible film application. The results show that both modifications lead to improved mechanical properties of the films, but there are differences in elongation, transparency, and water vapor permeability depending on the modification method and other factors.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Khwanchat Promhuad, Danaya Phothisarattana, Yeyen Laorenza, Nattinee Bumbudsanpharoke, Nathdanai Harnkarnsujarit
Summary: Enhancing the antimicrobial functions of biodegradable polyesters by adding zinc oxide nanoparticles and optimizing the molecular orientation of the polymer can improve the mechanical properties of the material and produce sustainable active nanocomposite packaging.
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Polymer Science
Loleny Tavares, Liliana R. Sousa, Sara Magalhaes da Silva, Paulo S. Lima, J. M. Oliveira
Summary: This study evaluated the influence of two starch-based materials (B16 and B20) on the moisture sorption isotherms at different temperatures. B16 contained 5% more starch than B20. The thermodynamic functions were used to understand the water-binding behaviors and energy requirements. The results showed that B16 had higher sorption sites for water molecules compared to B20, making it less suitable for food packaging industry.
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Patricia Cazon, Manuel Vazquez
Summary: Food packaging plays a crucial role in food preservation and minimizing waste, but the high consumption of non-biodegradable materials has led to challenges in waste management. The search for biodegradable alternatives, such as bacterial cellulose, with unique properties, is gaining interest in the food packaging industry.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jingwen Wang, Xiaoshuai Han, Chunmei Zhang, Kunming Liu, Gaigai Duan
Summary: Food packaging is not just about preserving food, but also about keeping up with technological advances. New degradable packaging materials are becoming popular. Cellulose, a biodegradable material, has better degradability compared to traditional materials and is being introduced into the packaging industry.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Bahram Fathi Achachlouei, Younes Zahedi
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2018)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Younes Zahedi, Bahram Fathi-Achachlouei, Ali Reza Yousefi
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2018)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Bahram Fathi-Achachlouei, Sodeif Azadmard-Damirchi, Younes Zahedi, Rezvan Shaddel
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2019)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Javad Tavakoli, Khodadad Hajpour Soq, Alireza Yousefi, Parviz Estakhr, Mohsen Dalvi, Amin Mousavi Khaneghah
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-MYSORE
(2019)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
A. R. Yousefi, K. Ako
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2020)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Asghar Torabi, Mohebbat Mohebbi, Farideh Tabatabaei-Yazdi, Fakhri Shahidi, Mohammad Khalilian-Movahhed, Younes Zahedi
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-MYSORE
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Bahram Fathi-Achachlouei, Nima Babolanimogadam, Younes Zahedi
Summary: The study developed a novel active edible film using gelatin and anise essential oil as a natural preservative to extend the shelf life of chicken fillets during refrigerated storage. Results showed that gelatin films with 0.6 and 0.9% anise oil significantly reduced microbial counts and chemical changes in the chicken fillets, recommending their use to prolong the shelf life for at least one week.
FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Amir Pourfarzad, Alireza Yousefi, Komla Ako
Summary: The study revealed that higher levels of sage seed gum (SSG) incorporation in wheat starch (WS) blends resulted in changes in rheological properties and particle size, as well as promoted interactions between starch and SSG. Additionally, the structure of starch was influenced by the presence of SSG.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ekoue Teko, Komla Ako, Alireza Yousefi, Claire D. Munialo, Elolo Osseyi
Summary: This study investigates the characteristics of adowe cooked using powder-based products to reduce the cost. The cooking process of cowpea seeds involves two activation energy domains and the decorticated seeds are fully cooked after 60 minutes at 95℃. The puree exhibits shear-thinning flow and the presence of saliva reduces its viscosity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Ghader Hosseinzadeh, Sahar Zinatloo-Ajabshir, Alireza Yousefi
Summary: Developing interfacial connections is an important strategy to improve the photocatalytic activity of graphene/p-n heterojunction systems. In this study, natural tragacanth mucilage was used as a surfactant to prepare a highly efficient ZnO-ZnBi2O4/graphene hybrid photocatalyst. The results showed that the hybrid photocatalyst exhibited significantly higher degradation efficiency compared to other samples, which could be attributed to the advantages of natural mucilage, such as uniform distribution of nanoparticles, increased surface area, and improved charge carriers separation. This study provides new insights for the fabrication of more efficient graphene-based hybrid photocatalytic systems.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Alireza Yousefi, Said Elmarhoum, Shahla Khodabakhshaghdam, Komla Ako, Ghader Hosseinzadeh
Summary: The functional properties of food gums are significantly influenced by the quality of solvent/cosolutes and temperature in a food system. In this study, the chemical characterization and dilute solution properties of Lepidium perfoliatum seed gum (LPSG) were investigated for the first time. The main monosaccharaide components in the LPSG samples were found to be xylose, galacturonic acid, arabinose, and galactose. The study also showed that temperature, pH, and the concentration of cosolutes in the LPSG solutions had an impact on its intrinsic viscosity and coil dimension.
FOOD SCIENCE & NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ghader Hosseinzadeh, Seyed Mehdi Sajjadi, Loghman Mostafa, Alireza Yousefi, Reza Hadjiaghaie Vafaie, Sahar Zinatloo-Ajabshir
Summary: In this study, a direct Z-scheme heterojunction nanocomposite with abundant oxygen vacancy defects was fabricated and used as a powerful photocatalyst for decomposition of the insecticide nitenpyram. The findings showed that the nanocomposite with 30wt% of SrTiO3 had the best photocatalytic efficiency. The improvement in photocatalytic ability was attributed to the existence of oxygen vacancy defects, facilitating charge carriers separation and effective generation of radicals. The study also detected possible decomposition intermediates of nitenpyram through HPLC-MS analysis.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Siavash Ghaderi, Saman Mahdavi, Alireza Yousefi
Summary: The study demonstrated that the ethanolic extract of E. platyloba significantly reduced the levels of L. monocytogenes in Lighvan cheese as the concentration increased over the ripening time. No significant changes in pH and salt concentration were observed. The optimal concentration for complete inhibition was found to be 1-1.5% after 90 days of ripening.
MACEDONIAN VETERINARY REVIEW
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wei-Han Hui, Yen-Lin Chen, Shu-Wei Chang
Summary: Crosslinking affects the mechanical behavior and tissue metabolism of collagen-based tissues. Aging and diabetes alter the crosslinking type and density, thus changing tissue properties. High-connectivity enzymatic crosslinking and advanced-glycation end-products result in uniform deformation under daily activity, while low-connectivity enzymatic crosslinking does not. High-connectivity model displays more sliding, while AGEs induce instability in structures near the binding sites.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yao-Bin Ma, Xiao-Qiu Zhou, Wei-Dan Jiang, Pei Wu, Yang Liu, Shu-Wei Li, Ling Tang, Lu Zhang, Hai-Feng Mi, Lin Feng
Summary: Tea polyphenols (TPs) are an inexpensive feed additive that can protect the gill function of fish against Flavobacterium columnare (F. columnare) through various mechanisms, including suppression of oxidative stress, apoptosis, and inflammation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yan-Jia Guo, Jing-Ru Pang, Yu Zhang, Zhong-Rui Li, Xiao-Lin Zi, Hong-Min Liu, Ning Wang, Li-Juan Zhao, Ya Gao, Bo Wang, Piet Herdewijn, Cheng-Yun Jin, Ying Liu, Yi-Chao Zheng
Summary: This study identifies the conjugation of NEDD8 to LSD1 and its impact on GC cells, revealing the significance of LSD1 neddylation in GC.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Geum-Jae Jeong, Fazlurrahman Khan, Nazia Tabassum, Young-Mog Kim
Summary: Vibrio species are motile gram-negative bacteria commonly found in aquatic environments. They can adapt to environmental fluctuations and develop protective mechanisms against host immune systems. Different types of sigma and anti-sigma factors play important roles in regulating gene expression and virulence in Vibrio species.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zahra Mohammadbagheri, Behrooz Movahedi, Shaghayegh Saeedi, Abbas Rahmati
Summary: In this study, a reusable biobased composite hydrogel was successfully synthesized and used for the removal of Tl(I) from aqueous solutions. The hydrogel exhibited high adsorption capacity and thermal stability, and the adsorption process was found to be thermodynamically spontaneous. The results demonstrated that the hydrogel can be reused multiple times without significant loss of its adsorption capacity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Iqra Batool, Muhammad Imran, Ayesha Anwar, Farhan Ahmed Khan, Afrah E. Mohammed, Ashwag Shami, Hafiz Iqbal
Summary: Enzyme immobilization on ZnO/SnO2 and ZnO/SnO2/SA nanocomposites was studied, and the catalytic and biochemical characteristics of the immobilized enzyme were investigated. The results showed that ZnO/SnO2 and ZnO/SnO2/SA nanostructures are suitable carriers for enzyme immobilization.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Elias Mosaffa, Dhruvi Patel, Nasim Amiri Ramsheh, Rishikumar Indravadan Patel, Atanu Banerjee, Hossein Ghafuri
Summary: In this study, a unique 3D bead structure of adsorbent, composed of bacterial cellulose microfilaments reinforced chitosan adorned with melamine 2D plates, was synthesized for anionic dye removal. The adsorbent showed high specific surface area and abundant functional groups, resulting in exceptional adsorption capacity. The characteristics and optimal conditions of the adsorbent were assessed and analyzed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Carolina Gismene, Jorge Enrique Hernandez Gonzalez, Marilia de Freitas Calmon, Andrey Fabricio Ziem Nascimento, Angela Rocio Nino Santisteban, Felipe Antunes Calil, Alana Della Torre da Silva, Paula Rahal, Rejane Maira Goes, Raghuvir Krishnaswamy Arni, Ricardo Barros Mariutti
Summary: Mammaliicoccus sciuri, a bacterium of clinical and veterinary relevance, expresses the virulence factor Exfoliative Toxin C (ExhC), which binds specifically to desmoglein-1 (Dsg1) and plays a role in tissue integrity. This study investigates the necrotic activity of ExhC and identifies a variant lacking necrotic potential but retaining enzymatic activity through mutagenesis experiments and crystal structure determination.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bibhas K. Bhunia, Ashutosh Bandyopadhyay, Souradeep Dey, Biman B. Mandal
Summary: Intervertebral disc degeneration is a major cause of chronic low back pain and disability. Researchers have developed a bioactive silk-based hybrid hydrogel system functionalized with decellularized human Wharton's jelly extracellular matrix as bioactive cues. The hydrogels mimic the rheological and mechanical properties of the native nucleus pulposus tissue and support cell viability, proliferation, and tissue maturation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Qun Zhang, Yonggan Yan, Zhao Li, Jing Du, Kai Zhang, Liguo Zhang, Ting Wang, Alberto Bianco, Shaohua Ge, Baojin Ma
Summary: A new crosslinking strategy has been devised to construct injectable sodium alginate hydrogels, which can be regulated for injectability and have great potential in biomedical applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Seong Eun Hong, Ji-Soo Lee, Hyeon Gyu Lee
Summary: The potential of multi-layer nanoemulsions for improving the cellular uptake, antioxidant activity, and in vitro bioaccessibility of alpha-tocopherol was examined. The results showed that the multi-layer nanoemulsions significantly enhanced the cellular uptake and antioxidant activity of alpha-tocopherol compared to free coumarin 6. Furthermore, the use of chitosan and dextran sulfate as wall materials in the multi-layer nanoemulsions led to even higher cellular uptake, in vitro bioaccessibility, and antioxidant activity of alpha-tocopherol.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jingjing Yu, Yanhui Zhang, Ruoning Zhang, Yanxiang Gao, Like Mao
Summary: High internal phase emulsions (HIPEs) based on beeswax (BW) oleogels and octenyl succinic acid starch (OSA starch) were prepared by a simple one-step method. The results showed that oleogelation improved the stability and encapsulation capability of the HIPEs, which is significant for the development of novel healthy food.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bi-Feng Yao, Xiu-Ju Luo, Jun Peng
Summary: The balanced and continuous fission and fusion of mitochondria, regulated by OPA1, are important for maintaining mitochondrial dynamics in cardiovascular disorders. Understanding the role of OPA1 in mitochondrial fusion can provide insights into the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Gokul Paramasivam, Anandhavelu Sanmugam, Vishnu Vardhan Palem, Murugan Sevanan, Ananda Babu Sairam, Nachiappan Nachiappan, Buhyun Youn, Jung Sub Lee, Muthuchamy Nallal, Kang Hyun Park
Summary: Nanomaterials are being used to deliver therapeutic agents in living systems. Different nanotechnological applications such as immunosensors, immune assays, and drug delivery are being implemented using nanotechnology. Genomics plays a crucial role in selecting appropriate drugs for personalized cancer therapy. It helps in analyzing gene and protein expression, disease classification, and designing disease models. Delivering drugs to specific areas using nanoparticles is a challenging issue.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jing Li, Wei Wang, Han Wu, Feng Peng, Hui Gao, Ying Guan
Summary: In this study, CMH-based CPF films were prepared and their thermal and barrier properties were successfully regulated. The tensile strength and water vapor barrier property of CPF films were significantly improved, making them promising for food packaging applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)