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Food Science & Technology
Nancy Cordoba, Fabian L. Moreno, Coralia Osorio, Sebastian Velasquez, Yolanda Ruiz
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of different roasting profiles and brewing methods on the physicochemical and sensory characteristics of coffee brews. The results showed that coffee beverages were differentiated based on the roasting profile and water temperature used in brewing. Notably, hot brewing coffees had higher acidity and furan compounds compared to cold brewing, while non-volatile extraction rate increased at higher brewing temperatures.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Piotr M. Kus, Igor Jerkovic
Summary: The new dehydration homogeneous liquid-liquid extraction (DHLLE) method allows for the extraction of characteristic compounds from a wide range of honey varieties, including monoterpenes, norisoprenoids, benzene derivatives, and nitrogen compounds. The results obtained using DHLLE are comparable to previously reported data on markers of various honey varieties, making it a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative sample preparation method for routine purposes.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Romana Stopkova, Tereza Matejkova, Alica Dodokova, Pavel Talacko, Petr Zacek, Radislav Sedlacek, Jaroslav Pialek, Pavel Stopka
Summary: Chemical communication in mammals, especially in mice, relies on the detection of important signals related to fitness from other individuals. Urine is the main source of these signals in mice. Using proteomics and metabolomics, this study identified key components of chemical signaling and found a correlation between urinary volatiles and proteins in representing genetic background, sex, and environment in two subspecies of house mice. The study also revealed the influence of the environment on proteomic and metabolomic variation, as well as the difference in representation of males and females. Machine learning and combined-omics techniques were used to identify mixtures of metabolites and proteins associated with biological features.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Iliana Charalambous, Nektaria Ioannou, Angelos C. Kyratzis, Dimitrios Kourtellarides, Marianna Hagidimitriou, Nikolaos Nikoloudakis
Summary: DNA content is an important trait linked to evolutionary routes and speciation. This study analyzed C-values variation in the Cypriot Fabeae gene pool using flow cytometry and propidium iodine staining. The results showed a ten-fold variation across lineages, with V. cretica having the lowest 1C DNA content and V. faba having the highest. Flow cytometry was precise for species characterization, although genome overlapping was observed. This study provides important insights into genome size variation and its relationship with phylogeny and speciation.
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Environmental Sciences
Chunchao Li, Xuebin Tang, Lulu Shi, Yuanxi Peng, Yuhua Tang
Summary: This article proposes an efficient two-staged hyperspectral feature extraction method based on total variation. The method includes reducing the spectral dimension using the average fusion method in the first stage and obtaining featured blocks of different smoothness using the anisotropic total variation model in the second stage. The results demonstrate that the proposed method outperforms state-of-the-art methods in terms of classification accuracy and computing time, and it also shows robustness and stability through comprehensive parameter analysis.
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Chemistry, Applied
Baochen Fang, Liuyi Chang, Jae-Bom Ohm, Bingcan Chen, Jiajia Rao
Summary: The study investigated the impact of AE-IEP and SE dialysis on the structural, functional properties, and volatile profile of hemp protein isolate (HPI). SE-HPI had a higher protein content (97.21%) than AE-IEP extracted HPI (93.37%). The extraction methods strongly influenced the protein subunit composition, structural properties, solubility, emulsion activity, and thermal stability of HPI. Additionally, SE-HPI had a lower number (21) of volatile compounds compared to its counterpart (25). The study emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between extraction methods and functional attributes of HPI.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Guoping Shu, Gangqiang Cao, Niannian Li, Aifang Wang, Fang Wei, Ting Li, Li Yi, Yunbi Xu, Yibo Wang
Summary: This study characterized the genetic diversity and population structure of maize germplasm in the China Summer maize ecological region using molecular techniques. The inbred lines were divided into different supergroups, groups, and subgroups based on genetic data and tag-SNPs, with a significant contribution of North American germplasm in the breeding collection. Genomic differentiation and genetic diversity within subgroups were found to be large, and two predominant heterotic patterns were identified in the CSM region.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Forestry
Esra Ceylan, Rifat Kurt, Mehmet Akyuz, Ayhan Gencer, Ayben Kilic-Pekgozlu
Summary: This study aims to find a simple and efficient way to utilize the value-added chemicals in black liquor, which are wasted through burning during the papermaking process.
WOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lorenza Schettino, Juan L. Benede, Alberto Chisvert
Summary: An analytical method based on vortex-assisted dispersive liquid-liquid microextraction (VA-DLLME) and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) was developed for the simultaneous determination of nine prohibited N-nitrosamines in cosmetic products. The method was successfully validated and showed good linearity, enrichment factors, limits of detection and quantification, and repeatability values. It was also applied to commercial cosmetic samples and significant amounts of N-nitrosamines were found, some of which exceeded the regulatory limit. This method is fast, simple, and affordable, making it suitable for quality control of cosmetic products to ensure consumer safety.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Cristina Lasanta, Enrique Duran-Guerrero, Ana Belen Diaz, Remedios Castro
Summary: The study found that at lower fermentation temperatures, the yeast strain factor had a smaller impact on physicochemical parameters. As the fermentation temperature decreased, the polyphenolic content increased, with significantly higher levels of tyrosol found in samples fermented at 12 degrees C. However, beers fermented at 18 degrees C had higher volatile content and were better evaluated from a sensory perspective.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Amalia Piscopo, Angela Zappia, Antonio Mincione, Roccangelo Silletti, Carmine Summo, Antonella Pasqualone
Summary: According to the regulations of the Neapolitan Pizza TSG, extra virgin olive oil must be exclusively used as a topping ingredient, together with tomato for pizza marinara-type production. The present study was conducted to analyze the quality of pizza depending on the oil typology used, revealing that monovarietal olive oil is the best choice due to its higher quality and better health characteristics.
Article
Horticulture
Xianju Liu, Peige Fan, Jinzhu Jiang, Yingying Gao, Cuixia Liu, Shaohua Li, Zhenchang Liang
Summary: The study examined the composition and concentration changes of VOCs in grape berry development among different accessions. Different patterns of VOCs production were observed, with total VOCs levels and aldehydes increasing during development. Monoterpenes, hydrocarbons, and ketones peaked at maturation stage, while alcohols, sesquiterpenes, and C13-noisoprenes were most concentrated at fruit-set.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Nathalie Mangel, Jared B. Fudge, Wilhelm Gruissem, Teresa B. Fitzpatrick, Herve Vanderschuren
Summary: This study investigated the variation in vitamin B-1 and B-6 contents among 59 genetically diverse rice germplasm accessions, identifying significant differences in polished seed vitamin levels and gene expression related to vitamin biosynthesis. The findings suggest potential opportunities for biofortification and highlight the importance of genetic diversity in addressing micronutrient deficiencies in rice.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yinghui Quan, Yingping Tong, Wei Feng, Gabriel Dauphin, Wenjiang Huang, Wentao Zhu, Mengdao Xing
Summary: A novel feature fusion method, RTVSA, for urban area classification is proposed in this paper, combining features derived from HSI and LiDAR data. The method effectively extracts structural correlation, withstands noise well, and improves land cover classification accuracy, as demonstrated in experiments conducted on two urban Houston University datasets.
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Horticulture
Spyridon A. Petropoulos, Angela Fernandes, Tiane C. Finimundy, Nikolaos Polyzos, Jose Pinela, Marija Ivanov, Marina Sokovic, Isabel C. F. R. Ferreira, Lillian Barros
Summary: The chemical profile and bioactive properties of turnip-rooted parsley germplasm were evaluated in this study. The roots of seventeen parsley cultivars were analyzed in terms of nutritional value, chemical composition, and bioactive content. The results showed great variability in the chemical composition and bioactive properties of the root parsley germplasm. The root extracts exhibited antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, making them potentially useful in sustainable agriculture.
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Agricultural Engineering
Jingmo Zhou, Shubin Wu, Ying Liu
Summary: Expenditure isolation of lignin and the understanding of its structural variations during different isolation processes are crucial for the high-value utilization of lignin. This study proposed a green deep eutectic solvent (DES) consisting of choline chloride, ethylene glycol, and 4-chlorobenzene sulfonic acid for rapid lignin separation from poplar. The structural variations of DES lignin and its relationship with alkali pre-extraction of hemicellulose were investigated. The results showed that alkali pretreatment enhanced the DES separation of lignin and promoted the cleavage of specific linkages, resulting in reduced molecular weight and thermal stability of isolated DES lignin. Moreover, DES lignin obtained from integrated utilization displayed higher purity and S/G ratio compared to lignin obtained from direct DES treatment.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yuping Li, Ziyan Xie, Yun Huang, Jiangyi Zeng, Chao Yang, Ling Yuan, Ying Wang, Yongqing Li
Summary: In this study, the characteristic flavonoids (CFs) of three licorice species were identified through integrated metabolic and transcriptomic analysis. The key regulators of CF biosynthesis were also identified. These findings provide valuable information for understanding the biosynthesis of CFs and future breeding of Glycyrrhiza varieties.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xianjie Pan, Zhaoyi Luo, Fanqi Liu, Quanqian Yi, Yanning Zeng
Summary: This study presents a novel strategy for fabricating fully bio-based epoxy vitrimers using peach gum and itaconic acid, which exhibit superior mechanical properties and thermostability. The materials were characterized and the self-healing and recycling capabilities were evaluated. The results demonstrate the potential of using these materials for sustainable industrial applications.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mohsen Sabzi-Nojadeh, Mohammad Pouresmaeil, Mina Amani, Mehdi Younessi-Hamzekhanlu, Filippo Maggi
Summary: This study shows that inoculating Summer savory plants with endophytic fungus Trichoderma harzianum can improve plant growth and increase salt tolerance. The fungus enhances growth, restores chlorophyll and antioxidant levels, reduces harmful substances, and increases proline and soluble sugar levels, thereby increasing crop productivity in saline conditions.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yu Liu, Lei Li, Aichen Zhao, Xiuming Song, Lulu Wei, Mengdi Fang, Chuchu Zheng, Xiaodong Zhu
Summary: This study investigates the impact of peppermint essential oil microcapsules on the unpleasant odor emissions from wax oil coated wood products. The results show that microcapsules can improve the time and stability of odor release.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mesut Budak, Mirac Kilic, Hikmet Guenal, Ismail Velik, Mesut Sirri
Summary: This study assessed land suitability for rapeseed production using topography, climate, and soil data by analytical hierarchy process (AHP) and the Mamdani Fuzzy Inference System (MFIS). The study area covered land in the Diyarbakir province of southeastern Turkiye. The results indicated the proportions of different land suitability classes and showed the compatibility of AHP and MFIS methods in assessing suitability.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rui Tian, Yue Liu, Chao Wang, Weikun Jiang, Srinivas Janaswamy, Guihua Yang, Xingxiang Ji, Gaojin Lyu
Summary: In this study, hollow and solid lignin nanoparticles were synthesized through self-assembly and their application in PVA nanocomposite films was investigated. The results showed that the presence of hollow lignin nanoparticles in the films resulted in a room-like network structure, while the solid lignin nanoparticles induced different structural changes. The inclusion of LNPs improved the mechanical properties of the films, and both types of LNPs exhibited good hydrophobicity.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Marcos Vinicius Silva de Andrade, Simone Ribeiro Lucho, Renato Delmondez de Castro, Paulo Roberto Ribeiro
Summary: Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, commonly known as stevia, is a widely cultivated shrub with highly sweetening metabolites. It has gained significant interest in the food and beverage industries due to its extremely sweet taste and various health benefits. Researchers are currently focused on studying biotechnological strategies to enhance the biosynthesis of stevia plant metabolites for improved cultivation and production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Eleonora Cintura, Paulina Faria, Luisa Molari, Luca Barbaresi, Dario D'Orazio, Lina Nunes
Summary: This study investigated the properties of Arundo donax as a building material and found that it has strong adaptability, high hygroscopicity, and unique sound absorption behavior. The mechanical tests also demonstrated the applicability of the Arundo donax-based composite. This opens up new possibilities for the further application of Arundo donax-based materials.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Stiina Kotiranta, Juha-Matti Pihlava, Titta Kotilainen, Pauliina Palonen
Summary: The effect of light spectra, particularly far-red and short wavelength radiation, on the growth and secondary metabolites of cannabis is significant. Altering the R:FR ratio can increase the concentration and yield of secondary metabolites, while short wavelength radiation does not significantly affect plant morphology and secondary metabolite concentrations.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xuze Liu, Fangmin Liang, Jinyuan Cheng, Xuelian Zhou, Jia Wang, Guigan Fang, Kuizhong Shen, Xianzhi Meng, Chen Huang, Arthur J. Ragauskas
Summary: A novel Na2S-facilitated DES pretreatment method was proposed to fractionate moso bamboo, which achieved high lignin removal and preserved most cellulose and hemicellulose with excellent enzymatic digestibility.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Zechun Ren, Xinyuan Zhou, Kejiao Ding, Tong Ji, Hao Sun, Xiang Chi, Yunzhao Wei, Min Xu
Summary: This study prepared a thermal/magnetic/light-triggered multi-stimuli responsive shape memory polymer composite with excellent properties by adding magnetic nanoparticles into a polyurethane composite. The composite showed high shape recovery rate, fast response behavior, and suitability for 3D printing. Controllable external stimuli allowed for dynamic, remote, and precise control of 4D transformations. This work is significant for the design of smart materials and devices.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yurany Camacho Ardila, Jaiver Efren Jaimes Figueroa, Maria Regina Wolf Maciel
Summary: The higher heating value (HHV) and elemental composition are important properties of biomass, and their prediction using proximate and ultimate analysis is accurate.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xiaohan Chen, Xianke Wang, Lili Shang, Xinxin Ma, Changhua Fang, Benhua Fei, Huanrong Liu, Shuqin Zhang
Summary: This study focuses on the comprehensive characterization of the three-dimensional (3D) structure of bamboo parenchyma and the evaluation of its tensile and compressive properties, as well as the analysis of its failure mechanisms. The study found that the measured tensile strength and elastic modulus of the parenchyma tissue are 48.81 MPa and 706.48 MPa, respectively. Compression failure modes in parenchyma tissue encompass compression bending and cell fracture, shear failure of the middle lamella, and detachment and debonding of the cell wall.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Tianfeng Liu, Yuxin Liu, Yunlin Fu, Mengji Qiao, Penglian Wei, Zhigao Liu, Yingjian Li
Summary: This study explored the formation mechanism of agarwood induced by fungus and its potential application in high-quality and high-yielding agarwood production. The results showed that the transition layer played a critical role in the continuous accumulation of agarwood, and the parenchyma cells of the xylem rays and interxylary phloem were the main action site of fungus. The accumulation and distribution of chemical composition in different layers were also investigated. The study identified the drivers of specific compounds and provided a theoretical foundation for future agarwood production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)