Article
Food Science & Technology
Yajuan Ma, Hongqian Zhao, Qianyun Ma, Dewei Cheng, Yufan Zhang, Wenxiu Wang, Jie Wang, Jianfeng Sun
Summary: An extended-release antioxidant film was prepared using starch, potato peel polyphenols, and chitosan nanoparticles. The film exhibited improved hydrophobicity, extended release behavior, and excellent antioxidant activity, making it suitable for food packaging applications.
FOOD PACKAGING AND SHELF LIFE
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Albert Linton Charles, Nomalungelo Motsa, Annur Ahadi Abdillah
Summary: Potato peel starch (PPS) is an eco-friendly alternative for plastic production and can be converted into films. The films made from PPS have good transparency, mechanical properties, thermal stability, and biodegradability, making them suitable for packaging perishable and cooled foods.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yanhong Liu, Mengyao Liu, Lingling Zhang, Wanqi Cao, Hui Wang, Guangrao Chen, Shuo Wang
Summary: This study developed biodegradable films made of cationic potato starch-derivatives loaded with curcumin. The composite films showed improved mechanical properties, UV barrier performance, and antioxidant activity. They have the potential to be used as bioactive packaging materials for food and address the issue of agricultural waste disposal.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Amr S. Al-kashef, Mohamed U. Nooman, Mona M. Rashad, Amr H. Hashem, Mohamed Abdelraof
Summary: This study demonstrates the economic production of sophorolipids (SLs) from potato peels waste and frying oil waste, and their effect against mucormycetes fungi. The highest SLs yield was obtained from Candida parapsilosis, showing high inhibition efficiency against mucormycetes fungi.
MICROBIAL CELL FACTORIES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ali Soltaninejad, Mohammadhadi Jazini, Keikhosro Karimi
Summary: In this study, the valorization of potato peel wastes (PPW) for bioethanol and biogas production was investigated. Through processes such as ethanol solvent pretreatment and enzymatic hydrolysis, the PPW was successfully converted into energy.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mamata Singhvi, Anoth Maharjan, Ajay Thapa, Hang-Bae Jun, Beom Soo Kim
Summary: In this study, starch-based potato peel waste biomass was utilized for hydrogen production, showing a significant increase in hydrogen yields with the addition of Fe3O4 nanoparticles and L-cysteine during dark fermentation. The correlation between Fe3O4 and hydrogenase activity was explored, elucidating the possible mechanisms behind enhanced hydrogen production from potato peel waste biomass.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muhammad Akram, Baoyu Gao, Jingwen Pan, Rizwan Khan, Muhammad Ali Inam, Xing Xu, Kangying Guo, Qinyan Yue
Summary: A bimetallic nanoparticle-laded biosorbent with nickel and lanthanum was synthesized from pomegranate fibers by a solvothermal method. The material exhibited efficient phosphate removal capability and remained stable during multiple cycles of adsorption-desorption.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Shahida Anusha Siddiqui, Maximilian Julius Pahmeyer, Elham Assadpour, Seid Mahdi Jafari
Summary: This review presents recent advancements in the extraction and purification of D-limonene (DL), the main constituent of orange essential oil, from orange peel waste. Various techniques, such as the use of bio-based solvents, enhanced solvent extraction processes, improved distillation methods, and supercritical CO2 extraction, are discussed.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Haitham Al-Madhagi, Valantina Yazbik, Wassim Abdelwahed
Summary: In this study, peroxidase enzyme was isolated from melon peel waste and immobilized onto magnetite nanoparticles for efficient bioremediation of phenol pollutants. The immobilized enzyme showed high activity recovery and purity, with a durable and reusable nature, making it suitable for various applications, especially in bioremediation processes.
CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Vindya Thathsaranee Weligama Thuppahige, Lalehvash Moghaddam, Zachary G. Welsh, Tony Wang, Hong-Wei Xiao, Azharul Karim
Summary: This study investigated the potential of extracting starch from cassava peel and bagasse as non-edible sources. The study developed an extraction method to maximize starch extraction and compared the properties of the extracted starch with commercial cassava starch. The results showed that cassava peel starch had a significantly higher yield than bagasse starch, and the extracted starch from both sources exhibited similar morphology and functional groups.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Saikrushna Jena, Ram Singh
Summary: Crop wastes are generated during the production and processing of food materials. They are becoming a concerning source of environmental pollution, and there is an urgent need to develop methods for utilizing them into beneficial compounds or materials. Many successful works have been done in this area, with strategies developed to produce biochemicals from biological wastes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Jinman Cao, Chonglin Xu, Rui Zhou, Guilan Duan, Aijun Lin, Xiao Yang, Siming You, Yaoyu Zhou, Guang Yang
Summary: This study explored the feasibility of using potato peel waste for biohydrogen production and investigated the effects of different inoculum enrichment methods on process efficiency. The results showed significant variations in hydrogen production and bacterial community structure among different enrichment methods.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Sema Atalay, Idris Sargin, Gulsin Arslan
Summary: This study investigated the recovery of struvite-K crystals from pumpkin wastes, demonstrating that potassium can be extracted from the remains and crystallized into struvite-K for use as a slow-release mineral fertilizer in sustainable agriculture operations.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Farinaz Ebrahimian, Joeri F. M. Denayer, Keikhosro Karimi
Summary: Potato peel waste (PPW) is a renewable resource that can be used for biofuel and biochemical production through biological and thermochemical conversions. However, there are challenges associated with the processing of PPW.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Qin Xu, Shusheng Wang, Heather Milliron, Qingyou Han
Summary: This study focuses on the extraction of phenolic compounds from potato peels using different methods. The ultrasound-assisted extraction methods are found to be significantly faster than the conventional shaking extraction method. These findings are important for the extraction of valuable compounds from agricultural or agroindustrial waste.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Mohamed S. Hasanin, Nesrine Kassem, Mohammad L. Hassan
Summary: In this study, microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) was prepared from olive stones and characterized. The results showed good agreement in most properties between olive stone MCC and commercially available MCC, and the MCC prepared with sulfuric acid had higher surface area while the MCC prepared with hydrochloric acid had higher thermal stability.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Review
Automation & Control Systems
Tomy Muringayil Joseph, Anoop Kallingal, Akshay Maniyeri Suresh, Debarshi Kar Mahapatra, Mohamed S. Hasanin, Jozef Haponiuk, Sabu Thomas
Summary: Bio-based polymers are a class of polymers made by living organisms, with only a few known and commercialized so far. They have not been widely applied due to poor mechanical strength and economic constraints, but have become suitable candidates for biological applications. As consumers become more aware of the environmental impact of petrochemical polymers and the global transition away from long-lasting plastics, there is increasing interest in previously unattainable sectors. Bio-based polymers can be direct replacements or completely novel polymers, such as polylactide, with improved technical specifications. Polylactic acid (PLA) has gained recognition as a biodegradable thermoplastic for use in 3D printing, particularly in extrusion-based technologies. This review examines the chemical structure, manufacturing techniques, standard features, and market situation of PLA, focusing on its use in extrusion-based 3D printing with highlighted examples of 3D-printed PLA items.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mohamed S. Hasanin, Mohamed Abdelraof, Amr H. Hashem, Houssni El Saied
Summary: Newly BC producing bacteria were successfully isolated from acidic fruits, with the most potent producer identified as Achromobacter S3. Mango peel waste (MPW) hydrolysate was found to be a significant alternative medium for BC production, with the yield increased from 0.52 g/L to 1.22 g/L. The physicochemical analysis showed that BC produced by Achromobacter S33 on HS and MPW media had crystallinity of 72% and 79% respectively, and the topographical study revealed nanofibers with a diameter of approximately 10 nm and a length of 200 nm.
MICROBIAL CELL FACTORIES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tomy Muringayil Joseph, Debarshi Kar Mahapatra, Amin Esmaeili, Lukasz Piszczyk, Mohamed S. Hasanin, Mashhoor Kattali, Jozef Haponiuk, Sabu Thomas
Summary: The nature of human curiosity, wonder, and ingenuity has existed since ancient times. Alongside the development of human civilization, there has been a growing interest in the scientific understanding of natural phenomena. In recent years, there has been significant progress in the use of nanotechnology in medicine and drug delivery. Nanomaterials have emerged as essential tools in modern medicine, with applications ranging from imaging to tumor-targeted drug delivery. However, the use of nanoparticles also presents environmental and societal challenges, particularly regarding toxicity. This review highlights the contributions of nanoparticles to medicine and pharmaceuticals and discusses the future impact of nanotechnology in these fields.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Ugo D'Amora, Sawsan Dacrory, Mohamed Sayed Hasanin, Angela Longo, Alessandra Soriente, Samir Kamel, Maria Grazia Raucci, Luigi Ambrosio, Stefania Scialla
Summary: Graphene oxide (GO) and its reduced form (rGO) have attracted significant interest in the field of biomedical applications, particularly in wound healing, due to their unique physico-chemical properties. The large surface area and functional groups of GO and rGO enable their easy dispersion within various polymeric matrices, resulting in the development of advanced hybrid nanocomposites with tailored properties. These nanocomposites have demonstrated efficient antimicrobial and angiogenic properties, making them advantageous for wound care management. This review discusses the relationship between the structural and physico-chemical properties of GO or rGO/cellulose nanocomposites and their effects on antimicrobial and angiogenic mechanisms in wound healing.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Mohamed Hasanin, Amal H. Abdel Kader, Essam S. Abd El-Sayed, Samir Kamel
Summary: This research presents a new edible packaging material made from flaxseed gum and chitosan loaded with zinc oxide nanoparticles. The concentration of ZnO-NPs significantly affects the antimicrobial activities of the films. Additionally, flaxseed gum improves the mechanical properties. Therefore, the Ch/FSG composite films with ZnO-NPs have the potential to replace conventional packaging.
Article
Microbiology
Amr H. Hashem, Abdulaziz A. Al-Askar, Jozef Haponiuk, Kamel A. Abd-Elsalam, Mohamed S. Hasanin
Summary: In this study, trimetallic copper-selenium-zinc oxide nanoparticles (Tri-CSZ NPs) were successfully mycosynthesized using Aspergillus niger for the first time. The physiochemical and topographical analysis confirmed the biosynthesis of Tri-CSZ NPs and their promising antifungal activity against mucormycosis-causing fungi.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohamed S. Hasanin, Mona Nassar, Youssef R. Hassan, Lukasz Piszczyk, Mohammad Reza Saeb, Agata Kot-Wasik
Summary: Fluorescence is an efficient anti-counterfeiting technique, and zinc oxide quantum dots (ZnOQds) possess strong fluorescence under ultraviolet (UV) light, making them suitable for anti-counterfeiting printing. In this study, ZnOQds were prepared using a green method and characterized by various techniques. The resulting ZnOQds nanocrystals showed stability and resistance against organic dyes. Furthermore, hybrid sheets made with ZnOQds demonstrated greater mechanical stability, long-term stability, and antimicrobial activity.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mohamed S. Hasanin, Amr H. Hashem, Abdulaziz A. Al-Askar, Jozef Haponiuk, Ebrahim Saied
Summary: In this study, a novel nanocomposite based on mycosynthesized bimetallic zinc-copper oxides nanoparticles, nanocellulose, and chitosan was prepared through an ecofriendly method. The nanocomposite exhibited antibacterial activity against Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, as well as potential antifungal activity against Aspergillus brasiliensis and photocatalytic activity. The results suggest that this nanocomposite has important application potential.
ELECTRONIC JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Mohamed S. Hasanin, Housni El Saied, Samir Kamel
Summary: Biopolymers have gained significant interest for sustainable and biodegradable solutions, reducing the reliance on petroleum-based resources and carbon dioxide emissions. Polysaccharides, a unique class of biopolymers, exhibit biocompatibility and editability. Functionalizing polysaccharides plays a crucial role in various applications, such as biosensors for medical diagnosis, although these sensors have limitations in durability, moldability, and sensitivity.
Article
Polymer Science
Ayed S. Allogmani, Roushdy M. Mohamed, Mohamed S. Hasanin
Summary: This study examined the preparation of biomaterial-based multifunctional biopolymers via an eco-friendly formulation method using ultrasound. The formulated nanocomposite showed a thermally stable nanostructure and demonstrated excellent cytocompatibility, antimicrobial activity, and antioxidant activity.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Mohamed S. Hasanin, Yasser Elhenawy, Shereen M. S. Abdel-Hamid, Yasser Fouad, Toderas Monica, O. A. Al-Qabandi, Miroslawa El Fray, Mohamed Bassyouni
Summary: In this study, a novel nanocomposite formulation was developed using biopolymers as capping and stabilizing agents to create bimetallic nanoparticles. The obtained characteristics showed the presence of a nanostructure involving bimetallic nanoparticles. The formulation exhibited excellent biological activity, including high biocompatibility and effective anticancer and antimicrobial activities, as well as antioxidant activity.
JOURNAL OF COMPOSITES SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Amr H. Hashem, Abdulaziz A. Al-Askar, Mohammad Reza Saeb, Kamel A. Abd-Elsalam, Ahmad S. El-Hawary, Mohamed S. Hasanin
Summary: This study successfully biosynthesized sustainable bimetallic ZnO@SeO nanoparticles using pomegranate peel extract, showing antibacterial, antifungal, and anticancer activities. These nanoparticles exhibited efficient inhibitory effects on various pathogens and cancer cells, indicating their potential applications in biomedical engineering.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Reda M. Abdelhameed, Mohamed S. Hasanin, Amr H. Hashem
Summary: In this study, a novel composite material based on carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) and sulfur-functionalized titanium-based metal-organic framework (MOF) was synthesized. The composite showed antimicrobial, antiviral, and anticancer activities.
Article
Plant Sciences
Hamada R. Beheiry, Mohamed S. Hasanin, Amr Abdelkhalek, Hamdy A. Z. Hussein
Summary: This study aims to investigate the effects of preharvest spraying with potassium and postharvest dipping in edible coatings on the quality and storability of acid lime fruits. The results showed that the combination treatment of preharvest spraying with potassium tartrate and postharvest dipping in nanocoating improved the fruit quality of acid lime.
