Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Thiwakorn Ampapon, Metha Wanapat
Summary: Supplementation of urea, rambutan fruit peel powder, or their combination improved fiber digestibility, rumen fermentation, microbial protein synthesis, reduced protozoal population, mitigated methane production, and enhanced milk yield and quality in lactating dairy cows.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY AND ANIMAL NUTRITION
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Beatriz Salustiano Pereira, Caroline de Freitas, Rogerio Martins Vieira, Michel Brienzo
Summary: Brazil is a major producer of fruits and food residues, with a significant portion of the agricultural production being wasted and disposed of improperly. Oranges, bananas, and guavas are important fruits in the country, generating a substantial amount of residues. Utilizing these residues can reduce environmental impact and create economic, social, and environmental value.
JOURNAL OF MATERIAL CYCLES AND WASTE MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Ruining Zhang, Zhouyu Yuan, Yuwei Jiang, Fan Jiang, Ping Chen
Summary: This study investigated the effects of sodium nitroprusside treatment on postharvest quality and browning of rambutan fruits. The results showed that sodium nitroprusside treatment could reduce weight loss, browning index, and the contents of superoxide anion radical, hydrogen peroxide, and malondialdehyde in the fruits. In addition, treated fruits exhibited higher total phenolic content and lower polyphenol oxidase and peroxidase activity, indicating higher fruit quality.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Nittaya Ummarat, Kanogwan Seraypheap
Summary: This research found that a 0.01% coating of kaffir lime essential oil was most effective in maintaining the quality of 'Rongrien' rambutan fruits by reducing weight loss and browning. However, concentrations exceeding 0.04% of essential oils caused damage to the fruit pericarp, resulting in higher spintern browning scores than peel browning.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Hao Deng, Guang Wu, Ronghu Zhang, Qingchun Yin, Bin Xu, Liying Zhou, Zhe Chen
Summary: Through extensive metabolomics analysis, a unique cultivar of rambutan, Baoyan No.2 (BY2), was identified to have significant taste variations during maturation. The metabolite 3,4-digalloylshikimic acid was found to be associated with the taste of BY2 rambutan and could serve as a taste biomarker. Furthermore, galactose metabolism, fructose and mannose metabolism, and amino acid biosynthesis pathways were found to be correlated with the taste variation.
Article
Agronomy
Bishnu P. Khanal, Bimbisar Sangroula, Anil Bhattarai, Gustavo Klamer Almeida, Moritz Knoche
Summary: Transpiration is an important process in ripening bananas, which occurs through both stomata and the cuticle. Ethylene can induce ripening in bananas, but it does not affect the permeability of the skin. The permeability is highest at the calyx end of the fruit, and there is no significant gradient among other parts of the fruit. Stomata play a major role in the cuticular pathway of transpiration.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Pailin Chaidech, Narumol Matan
Summary: This research aimed to develop a paper box with cardamom oil to improve rambutan storage, reduce waste, and explore reuse possibilities. The study found that using 300 IIl CM significantly inhibited the growth of Pestalotiopsis sp., while a lower volume of 30 IIl CM effectively delayed mold incidence on rambutan.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Anderson Felipe Viana da Silva, Liliana Andrea dos Santos, Allan Henrique Felix de Melo, Jose Fernando Thome Juca, Andre Felipe de Melo Sales Santos, Tatiana Souza Porto
Summary: This study explores the potential of solid-state fermentation for cellulase production and methane generation from passion fruit and orange peel. The results demonstrate that passion fruit peel has higher cellulase activity compared to orange peel. Solid-state fermentation pre-treatment increases methane production and offers significant environmental and economic implications for agro-industrial waste management and renewable energy production.
BIOENERGY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Shusaku Nakajima, Shinichiro Kuroki, Akifumi Ikehata
Summary: We developed an analytical method using Raman spectroscopy to rapidly quantify the starch content in agricultural produce, specifically ripening banana fruit. The Raman spectra of the banana fruit were compared to those of standard starch, sugar, and fiber samples, and a correlation was found between the Raman bands and the starch content obtained by chemical analysis. This demonstrates the potential of Raman spectroscopy as a selective and rapid method for starch quantification.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jian-Fei Kuang, Chao-Jie Wu, Yu-Fan Guo, Dirk Walther, Wei Shan, Jian-Ye Chen, Lin Chen, Wang-Jin Lu
Summary: This study conducted temporal gene expression analyses to investigate the gene regulatory network involved in banana fruit ripening, identifying 25 transcription factors as prime candidates to regulate the ripening process by modulating different ripening-related pathways. This provides a basis for targeted manipulation of fruit ripening to achieve higher banana yield and reduced losses in commercialization.
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Narachai Julanon, Ben Thiravetyan, Chanita Unhapipatpong, Nutchapon Xanthavanij, Thanachit Krikeerati, Torpong Thongngarm, Chamard Wongsa, Wisuwat Songnuan, Phornnop Naiyanetr, Mongkhon Sompornrattanaphan
Summary: This study investigated cross-reactivity and co-allergy to other plant foods among adult patients with IgE-mediated banana allergy in Thailand. The most commonly associated plant foods with clinical reactions were kiwi, avocado, persimmon, grapes, and durian. A significant proportion of reported reactions to other plant foods were classified as severe.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Victor Rodov, Ron Porat, Amit Sabag, Bettina Kochanek, Haya Friedman
Summary: This study compared compostable biodegradable polyester packaging with commercially available petroleum-based plastic alternatives for ethylene-treated bananas. The results showed that non-perforated compostable packaging caused hypoxic fermentation, while micro-perforation prevented fermentation. The biodegradable packages had higher water vapor permeability compared to conventional plastics but lower fruit weight loss than in open containers.
Article
Polymer Science
Joseph Merillyn Vonnie, Kobun Rovina, Nasir Md Nur'Aqilah, Xia Wen Ling Felicia
Summary: This study focuses on utilizing eggshell and orange peel enriched with banana starch to fabricate biofilm. The developed film is characterized and found to have excellent water barrier properties and adsorption capacity. The film shows potential opportunities for application in the food industry.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Samavia Batool, Athar Ali Shah, Ahmad Farid Abu Bakar, Mohd Jamil Maah, Nor Kartini Abu Bakar
Summary: The Fe-0-B-RtP and Fe-0-B-Che nanocomposites exhibited good performance in removing OCPs from water, combining advantages of adsorption and dechlorination. Fe-0-B-RtP showed higher removal efficiency after repeated use compared to Fe-0-B-Che.
Article
Plant Sciences
Juhua Liu, Mengting Liu, Jingyi Wang, Jing Zhang, Hongxia Miao, Zhuo Wang, Caihong Jia, Jianbin Zhang, Biyu Xu, Zhiqiang Jin
Summary: The study identified the MaMADS36 transcription factor gene as a crucial regulator in banana fruit, controlling processes like ethylene biosynthesis, starch degradation, softening, and sugar accumulation. MaMADS36 was found to directly interact with the MaBAM9b gene, enhancing its transcription activity and influencing starch degradation during fruit ripening.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Tanyaporn Siriwong, Bustomi Laimeheriwa, Uyun Nurul Aini, Muhammad Nur Cahyanto, Alissara Reungsang, Apilak Salakkam
JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Agronomy
Widiastuti Setyaningsih, Karmila, Rohmah Nur Fathimah, Muhammad Nur Cahyanto
Summary: Ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) has been optimized for cassava starch production, resulting in higher yield and lower viscosity compared to conventional methods. The Box-Behnken design combined with response surface methodology (RSM) effectively predicts and achieves the optimal extraction conditions, demonstrating the potential for starch modification to maintain viscosity at lower values.
Article
Food Science & Technology
I. A. Harahap, M. Mariyatun, P. N. Hasan, F. H. Pamungkaningtyas, J. Widada, T. Utami, M. N. Cahyanto, M. Juffrie, A. Dinoto, S. Nurfiani, E. Zulaichah, I. N. Sujaya, E. S. Rahayu
Summary: The study showed that supplementing fermented milk containing L. plantarum Mut-7 to Indonesian youngsters and adults promoted the growth of beneficial gut microbiota, reduced potentially harmful bacteria, and demonstrated the survival of L. plantarum in the human gastrointestinal tract.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-MYSORE
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yudi Pranoto, Brigitta Laksmi Paramita, Muhammad Nur Cahyanto, Soottawat Benjakul
Summary: Oxidizing tapioca with ozone under optimal conditions can enhance its swelling power and viscosity, leading to improved texture of coated fried foods.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Ririn Krisnawati, Sardjono, Jaka Widada, Dian Anggraini Suroto, Muhammad Nur Cahyanto
Summary: This study investigated the ability of several Indonesian indigenous fungi to produce endo-xylanase and beta-xylosidase and their response to glucose. The results showed that the production of these enzymes was influenced by glucose repression, and different concentrations of glucose could partially or completely repress the production of these enzymes.
JOURNAL OF PURE AND APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Agung Dian Kharisma, Yumechris Amekan, Sarto, Muhammad Nur Cahyanto
Summary: This study investigated the effect of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) on enhancing biohydrogen production. It was found that the addition of H2O2 increased the hydrogen production and affected the pH and volatile fatty acid concentration during hydrogen fermentation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RENEWABLE ENERGY DEVELOPMENT-IJRED
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Ika Octariyani Safitri, Dian Anggraini Suroto, Jaka Widada, Sardjono, Muhammad Nur Cahyanto
Summary: The study investigated the effect of glucose on alpha-amylase and glucoamylase production in indigenous fungi from Indonesia. The results showed that the production of these enzymes were strain-specific and some strains were not repressed when glucose was added to the medium. Strains FNCC 6151 and MLT1J1 showed potential for further improvement in producing both enzymes without repression when glucose was added.
MALAYSIAN JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Benediktus Yudo Leksono, Muhammad Nur Cahyanto, Tyas Utami
Summary: This study investigated the antioxidant properties of fermented black soymilk using three indigenous lactic acid bacteria, showing that all strains enhanced the antioxidant activity and isoflavone aglycone formation. The addition of sucrose or skim milk during fermentation may decrease these abilities.
APPLIED FOOD BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Esti Widowati, Adhitya Pitara Sanjaya, Ardhea Mustika Sari, Shindy Ambarwati
Summary: The enzymatic treatment with partially purified polygalacturonase and cellulase at 47.5 degrees Celsius for 90 minutes was found to be the optimal condition for juice clarification, leading to improved pH, TDS, transmittance, viscosity, and yield.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Danar Praseptiangga, Jessica M. Guevara Zambrano, Adhitya Pitara Sanjaya, Dimas Rahadian Aji Muhammad
AIMS AGRICULTURE AND FOOD
(2020)
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Biomedical
M. Hidayat, I. G. Kurniawan, M. A. Prakosa, S. Dokumcu, R. Millati, M. N. Cahyanto
26TH REGIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON CHEMICAL ENGINEERING (RSCE 2019)
(2020)
Proceedings Paper
Food Science & Technology
R. Y. Kurniasari, D. R. Affandi, B. Yudhistira, A. P. Sanjaya
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON FOOD SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2019)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Endah Puspitojati, Muhammad Nur Cahyanto, Yustinus Marsono, Retno Indrati
JOURNAL OF FOOD AND NUTRITION RESEARCH
(2019)
Article
Agronomy
Novia Aristi Rahayu, Muhammad Nur Cahyanto, Retno Indrati
Article
Food Science & Technology
T. Utami, E. N. Kusuma, R. Satiti, E. S. Rahayu, M. N. Cahyanto
INTERNATIONAL FOOD RESEARCH JOURNAL
(2019)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Cameron Bracken, Nathalie Voisin, Casey D. Burleyson, Allison M. Campbell, Z. Jason Hou, Daniel Broman
Summary: This study presents a methodology and dataset for examining compound wind and solar energy droughts, as well as the first standardized benchmark of energy droughts across the Continental United States (CONUS) for a 2020 infrastructure. The results show that compound wind and solar droughts have distinct spatial and temporal patterns across the CONUS, and the characteristics of energy droughts are regional. The study also finds that compound high load events occur more often during compound wind and solar droughts than expected.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ning Zhang, Yanghao Yu, Jiawei Wu, Ershun Du, Shuming Zhang, Jinyu Xiao
Summary: This paper provides insights into the optimal configuration of CSP plants with different penetrations of wind power by proposing an unconstrained optimization model. The results suggest that large solar multiples and TES are preferred in order to maximize profit, especially when combined with high penetrations of wind and photovoltaic plants. Additionally, the study demonstrates the economy and feasibility of installing electric heaters (EH) in CSP plants, which show a linear correlation with the penetration of variable energy resources.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
M. Szubel, K. Papis-Fraczek, S. Podlasek
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
J. Silva, J. C. Goncalves, C. Rocha, J. Vilaca, L. M. Madeira
Summary: This study investigated the methanation of CO2 in biogas and compared two different methanation reactors. The results showed that the cooled reactor without CO2 separation achieved a CO2 conversion rate of 91.8%, while the adiabatic reactors achieved conversion rates of 59.6% and 67.2%, resulting in an overall conversion rate of 93.0%. Economic analysis revealed negative net present worth values, indicating the need for government monetary incentives.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yang Liu, Yonglan Xi, Xiaomei Ye, Yingpeng Zhang, Chengcheng Wang, Zhaoyan Jia, Chunhui Cao, Ting Han, Jing Du, Xiangping Kong, Zhongbing Chen
Summary: This study investigated the effect of using nanofiber membrane composites containing Prussian blue-like compound nanoparticles (PNPs) to relieve ammonia nitrogen inhibition of rural organic household waste during high-solid anaerobic digestion and increase methane production. The results showed that adding NMCs with 15% PNPs can lower the concentrations of volatile fatty acids and ammonia nitrogen, and increase methane yield.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zhong Ge, Xiaodong Wang, Jian Li, Jian Xu, Jianbin Xie, Zhiyong Xie, Ruiqu Ma
Summary: This study evaluates the thermodynamic, exergy, and economic performance of a double-stage organic flash cycle (DOFC) using ten eco-friendly hydrofluoroolefins. The influences of key parameters on performance are analyzed, and the advantages of DOFC over single-stage type are quantified.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Nicolas Kirchner-Bossi, Fernando Porte-Agel
Summary: This study investigates the optimization of power density in wind farms and its sensitivity to the available area size. A novel genetic algorithm (PDGA) is introduced to optimize power density and turbine layout. The results show that the PDGA-driven solutions significantly reduce the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) compared to the default layout, and exhibit a convex relationship between area and LCOE or power density.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Chunxiao Zhang, Dongdong Li, Lin Wang, Qingpo Yang, Yutao Guo, Wei Zhang, Chao Shen, Jihong Pu
Summary: In this study, a novel reversible liquid-filled energy-saving window that effectively regulates indoor solar radiation heat gain is proposed. Experimental results show that this window can effectively reduce indoor temperature during both summer and winter seasons, while having minimal impact on indoor illuminance.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Alessandro L. Aguiar, Martinho Marta-Almeida, Mauro Cirano, Janini Pereira, Leticia Cotrim da Cunha
Summary: This study analyzed the Brazilian Equatorial Shelf using a high-resolution ocean model and found significant tidal variations in the area. Several hypothetical barrages were proposed with higher annual power generation than existing barrages. The study also evaluated the installation effort of these barrages.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Francesco Superchi, Nathan Giovannini, Antonis Moustakis, George Pechlivanoglou, Alessandro Bianchini
Summary: This study focuses on the optimization of a hybrid power station on the Tilos island in Greece, aiming to increase energy export and revenue by optimizing energy fluxes. Different scenarios are proposed to examine the impact of different agreements with the grid operator on the optimal solution.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Peimaneh Shirazi, Amirmohammad Behzadi, Pouria Ahmadi, Sasan Sadrizadeh
Summary: This research presents two novel energy production/storage/usage systems to reduce energy consumption and environmental effects in buildings. A biomass-fired model and a solar-driven system integrated with photovoltaic thermal (PVT) panels and a heat pump were designed and assessed. The results indicate that the solar-based system has an acceptable energy cost and the PVT-based system with a heat pump is environmentally superior. The biomass-fired system shows excellent efficiency.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zihao Qi, Yingling Cai, Yunxiang Cui
Summary: This study aims to investigate the operational characteristics of the solar-ground source heat pump system (SGSHPS) in Shanghai under different operation modes. It concludes that tandem operation mode 1 is the optimal mode for winter operation in terms of energy efficiency.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
L. Bartolucci, S. Cordiner, A. Di Carlo, A. Gallifuoco, P. Mele, V. Mulone
Summary: Spent coffee grounds are a valuable biogenic waste that can be used as a source of biofuels and valuable chemicals through pyrolysis and solvent extraction processes. The study found that heavy organic bio-oil derived from coffee grounds can be used as a carbon-rich biofuel, while solvent extraction can extract xantines and p-benzoquinone, which are important chemicals for various industries. The results highlight the promising potential of solvent extraction in improving the economic viability of coffee grounds pyrolysis-based biorefineries.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Luiza de Queiroz Correa, Diego Bagnis, Pedro Rabelo Melo Franco, Esly Ferreira da Costa Junior, Andrea Oliveira Souza da Costa
Summary: Building-integrated photovoltaics, especially organic solar technology, are important for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the building sector. This study analyzed the performance of organic panels laminated in glass in a vertical installation in Latin America. Results showed that glass lamination and vertical orientation preserved the panels' performance and led to higher energy generation in winter.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zhipei Hu, Shuo Jiang, Zhigao Sun, Jun Li
Summary: This study proposes innovative fin arrangements to enhance the thermal performance of latent heat storage units. Through optimization of fin distribution and prediction of transient melting behaviors, it is found that fin structures significantly influence heat transfer characteristics and melting behaviors.