Article
Physics, Applied
Kosuke Minami, Kota Shiba, Genki Yoshikawa
Summary: Nanomechanical sensors and arrays attract attention for detecting, distinguishing, and identifying target analytes. An analytical model of viscoelastic material-based nanomechanical sensing is derived by extending the theoretical model and solving differential equations with recurrence relations. The model accurately predicts entire signal responses by extracting viscoelastic properties of materials and concentrations of analytes.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Luzheng Liu, Na Na, Jichuan Yu, Wenxiang Zhao, Ze Wang, Yu Zhu, Chuxiong Hu
Summary: This study presents a multiple overlapping sniffs (MOSS) strategy to enhance odor detection in electronic noses, inspired by the sniffing skills of wine tasters. By rapidly inhaling odorants in succession, this strategy generates feature-rich temporal signals from sensor arrays. Experimental results demonstrate over 95% accuracy in recognizing gaseous alkanes and liquors, indicating the potential of the MOSS strategy in medical, food, and environmental applications.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Shengnan Sha, Yihan Ma, Lei Lei, Yanrong Zhang, Yi Liu, Yuchong Xiao, Caijun Shi
Summary: This paper investigates the effect of PCE on the growth of ettringite through a series of experiments. The results show that PCE adsorption changes the proportion, stability, and morphology of ettringite. During the growth of ettringite crystals, sulfate ions and PCE preferentially adsorb on the faces of rectangular prism, limiting their growth on the {1010} faces and resulting in longitudinal growth.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Zhimei Wei, Shouyu Zhang, Xiaojun Wang, Shengru Long, Jie Yang
Summary: The PES/PDA ultrafine fibers proved to be effective in removing Cr(VI) ions from wastewater, with the optimum conditions being a pH value of 8.5 and a dopamine concentration of 2 g/L at room temperature. The maximum Cr(VI) adsorption capacity was achieved at pH = 3 using 0.06 g of PES/PDA in 80 minutes. The adsorption process followed the pseudo-second-order model and the adsorption isotherms were fitted to the Langmuir model, indicating good stability, high adsorption efficiency, and good reusability of the fibers.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Hendrik Schlicke, Sophia C. Bittinger, Heshmat Noei, Tobias Vossmeyer
Summary: The study shows that the response kinetics of sensors to VOCs can be tuned by adjusting the sensor's structure and exposure. Response times are influenced by the molecular volume of the analyte, while maximum sensor response is affected by the analytes' polarity and vapor pressure. Linear discriminant analysis can differentiate between similar analytes based on response features.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Acoustics
Ernest Bonah, Xingyi Huang, Yang Hongying, Joshua Harrington Aheto, Ren Yi, Shanshan Yu, Hongyang Tu
Summary: This study demonstrates the overall effectiveness of using electronic nose and hyperspectral imaging for in-situ and nondestructive detection, discrimination, and quantification of bacterial foodborne pathogens during the application of food processing technologies like ultrasound for pathogen inactivation.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
F. Bravo-Hualpa, J. Trevejo-Pinedo, K. Visurraga, A. Pinedo-Flores, K. Acuna, J. Pena-Echevarria, F. Rojas, C. De-La-Cruz, M. R. Sun-Kou
Summary: In this study, sensors based on SnO2-TiO2 and SnO2-MoO3 composites were synthesized and characterized for the identification of adulteration or counterfeiting of Peruvian Pisco. The most sensitive sensors showed an enhanced response to alcoholic samples with higher ethanol content, while the response intensity decreased with increased methanol content. Differences in the composition of methanol and ethanol in different Pisco varieties correlated with the sensors' ability to differentiate them. SnO2-TiO2-1/2 composites exhibited greater reproducibility over time compared to other composites. Principal component analysis (PCA) results showed that composite sensors could effectively differentiate Pisco samples according to their varieties.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jingyimei Liang, Qian He, Yuning Zhao, Yahong Yuan, Zhouli Wang, Zhenpeng Gao, Zhongqiu Hu, Xubo Zhao, Tianli Yue
Summary: Bacterial cellulose gel membranes (BCMs) modified with silanization have shown a promising adsorption capacity for patulin in fruit juice, with an adsorption capacity 125 times higher than before modification.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ivan Ivanov, Valeriy Skryshevsky, Ali Belarouci
Summary: In this article, the authors investigate ways to improve the efficiency of porous silicon (PS)-based optical microcavity sensors for electronic tongue/nose systems. They use the transfer matrix method to compute reflectance spectra of structures with different refractive indexes, cavity positions, and number of bilayers. The sensitivity of the microcavity sensor is found to be higher for structures with lower refractive indexes and adjusted cavity positions. The experimental results are in good agreement with the simulated data, indicating the potential application of PS host matrix in electronic sensing devices.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
K. R. Sinju, B. Bhangare, A. Pathak, S. J. Patil, N. S. Ramgir, A. K. Debnath, D. K. Aswal
Summary: A novel ZnO nanowire-based e-nose was developed to successfully discriminate H2S and NO2 test gases. Different sensitizers were used to modify the ZnO nanowires and annealed to form heterojunctions, with the gas sensing results interpreted using graphical and multivariate data analysis techniques. The e-nose showed qualitative and quantitative discrimination capabilities for the two test gases.
MATERIALS SCIENCE IN SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESSING
(2022)
Article
Instruments & Instrumentation
Navjot Kumar, Rahul Prajesh
Summary: This paper focuses on the use of low-cost gas sensors to detect multiple gases, using chemometric algorithms for classification and quantitative analysis. With optimized temperature ranges and preprocessing techniques, the method achieved 100% classification accuracy and highly accurate quantitative analysis. This approach offers low cost and intelligence, effectively addressing cross-selectivity issues in metal oxide semiconductor sensor design.
REVIEW OF SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xiaoguang Dong, Libing Gao, Haijun Zhang, Jing Wang, Kai Qiu, Guanghai Qi, Shugeng Wu
Summary: The study evaluated the sensory qualities of eggs from three commercial laying breeder strains, finding significant differences in smell profiles and successfully discriminating the breeds based on electronic nose data.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wen-li Zhang, Zhao-yu Liu, Kun Liang, Yi Wang, Ke-fan Chen, Yao-wei Sun, Sheng Wang
Summary: This paper introduces a novel visual gas sensing technology based on optical absorption gas sensing technology and spatial heterodyne spectroscopy. This technology presents invisible gas information in the form of a two-dimensional visual fingerprint and successfully detects NO2 in a laboratory environment for the first time. Experimental results show that this technology has good response to different spectra and concentrations of NO2, laying a foundation for gas sensing applications.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Nazar Mohamed, Rens van de Goor, Mariam El-Sheikh, Osman Elrayah, Tarig Osman, Elisabeth Sivy Nginamau, Anne Christine Johannessen, Ahmed Suleiman, Daniela Elena Costea, Kenneth W. Kross
Summary: This study demonstrates that e-nose is an efficient tool for OSCC detection in limited-resource settings, offering a valuable cost-effective strategy to tackle the burden posed by OSCC. The diagnostic accuracy observed was 81%, with 88% sensitivity and 71% specificity.
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Sharina Kort, Marjolein Brusse-Keizer, Hugo Schouwink, Emanuel Citgez, Frans H. de Jongh, Jan W. G. van Putten, Ben van den Borne, Elisabeth A. Kastelijn, Daiana Stolz, Milou Schuurbiers, Michel M. van den Heuvel, Wouter H. van Geffen, Job van der Palen
Summary: This study developed and validated a prediction model to distinguish patients with non-small cell lung cancer from non-lung cancer subjects using exhaled breath analysis. It also investigated the impact of adding clinical variables to improve the diagnosis. The results showed that combining exhaled breath data and clinical variables can effectively differentiate lung cancer patients from non-lung cancer subjects in a noninvasive manner, paving the way for the implementation of exhaled breath analysis in lung cancer diagnosis.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Hong Chen, Xiaohai Yan, Gengan Du, Qi Guo, Yiheng Shi, Jiale Chang, Xiaoyu Wang, Yahong Yuan, Tianli Yue
Summary: This article provides an overview of the application value of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) in food preservation, including the comparison of screening methods for antifungal LAB, separation and purification techniques for antifungal compounds, and the antifungal mechanism of LAB. The research on the use of antifungal LAB in different food products is also summarized.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Qian Ge, Chunfeng Guo, Yue Yan, Xiangyu Sun, Tingting Ma, Jing Zhang, Caihong Li, Chunlin Gou, Tianli Yue, Yahong Yuan
Summary: By analyzing the production and sensory characteristics of various indigenous non-Saccharomyces yeast strains in Vidal juice, it was found that different strains have different levels of control on organic acids and polyphenols, as well as varying abilities to produce aroma compounds. Specifically, the fermentation by certain non-Saccharomyces yeast strains can enhance the sweet and floral notes in Vidal ice wine.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anni Xiang, Wenting Li, Yuning Zhao, Hongmei Ju, Shuang Xu, Shiyu Zhao, Tianli Yue, Yahong Yuan
Summary: This study extracted selenium polysaccharides from the leaves of pennycress using an efficient subcritical water extraction process, and identified their structures. The results showed that the two fractions have antioxidant activities, suggesting their potential applications as natural antioxidants in food and medicine.
CARBOHYDRATE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaohai Yan, Yuning Zhao, Gengan Du, Qi Guo, Hong Chen, Qian He, Qiannan Zhao, Huanfeng Ye, Jianlong Wang, Yahong Yuan, Tianli Yue
Summary: Researchers have developed a simple, effective, and sensitive fluorescent aptasensor for the detection of low molecular weight mycotoxin patulin in apple juice. The aptasensor utilizes sulfur quantum dots encapsulated in MOF-5-NH2 as a fluorescent probe and self-cycling catalyzed hairpin assembly for signal amplification. The aptasensor demonstrates high sensitivity and satisfactory specificity, anti-interference, and reproducibility.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yongsheng Ni, Jingyao Wang, Mengyi Wang, Lizhi Liu, Hongqing Nie, Qiaoling Wang, Jing Sun, Tianli Yue, Ming-Qiang Zhu, Jianlong Wang
Summary: Inspired by COVID-19, researchers designed an artificial virus with coronal morphology that showed promising results in sterilization and wound healing.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jingyimei Liang, Qian He, Yuning Zhao, Yahong Yuan, Zhouli Wang, Zhenpeng Gao, Zhongqiu Hu, Xubo Zhao, Tianli Yue
Summary: Bacterial cellulose gel membranes (BCMs) modified with silanization have shown a promising adsorption capacity for patulin in fruit juice, with an adsorption capacity 125 times higher than before modification.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Wenting Li, Yuning Zhao, Chen Liu, Shuai Li, Tianli Yue, Yahong Yuan
Summary: In this study, the first and second fermentations of Fuji apple juice using different strains of Saccharomyces cerevisiae were conducted, and the physicochemical indexes, aromas, and sensory characteristics of the resulting sparkling ciders were analyzed. The findings showed that different yeast strains produced varied amounts of ethanol, acids, and volatiles, resulting in distinct characteristics in the ciders. Certain volatiles were identified as potential markers for the flavors of the ciders.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Jia Kong, Jinyao Hu, Jia Li, Jiaxing Zhang, Yuhe Shen, Tianli Yue, Xihui Shen, Yuefei Wang, Zhonghong Li, Yinqiang Xia
Summary: Reconstructing miniaturized peptides to mimic specific protein functions is appealing but challenging. In this study, we propose a practical approach to construct a mimetic peptide of redox-sensitive green fluorescent protein-2 (roGFP2) by rethreading aromatic residues adjacent to the chromophore fragment. By fine-tuning the residues, we designed a mini tetrapeptide (Cys-Phe-Phe-His) that acts as a hydrogen peroxide sensor using ratiometric fluorescence. The roGFP2 mimetic tetrapeptide, with its assembly-induced emissions, is biocompatible, photostable, and exhibits competitive fluorescent properties compared to roGFP2. We demonstrated the ability of the ratiometric tetrapeptide to sense hydrogen peroxide in acidic chambers, providing a promising approach for artificially designing miniaturized peptides with desired functions.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Qiannan Zhao, Zewei Wang, Xin Wang, Xiaohai Yan, Qi Guo, Yuan Yue, Tianli Yue, Yahong Yuan
Summary: The release of phenolic compounds and their bioactivity during digestion and fermentation of mulberry leaves were investigated. The bioavailability of total phenolics and flavonoids in fermented mulberry leaves (F-MLs) were 10.14 +/- 1.81% and 6.66 +/- 0.55%, respectively. There was no significant difference in the inhibitory activity of alpha-glucosidase during gastrointestinal digestion. F-MLs exhibited higher phenolic bioaccessibility, antioxidant activities, and short-chain fatty acid production, making them a promising candidate for health food supplements.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Rui Sun, Yefan Niu, Menghui Li, Yuanye Liu, Kai Wang, Zhenpeng Gao, Zhouli Wang, Tianli Yue, Yahong Yuan
Summary: This review discusses the rationalization of steps and sequences of pectin processing, the suitability of emerging technological applications, and the relationship between structure and intended function. The results show that natural deep eutectic pretreatment is beneficial for subsequent water extraction and can improve the extraction efficiency of ohmic heating. The right treatment sequence for emerging technologies enables pectin with unique rheological properties and prebiotic activity. Therefore, developing pectin-based synbiotics is important for protection of probiotic viability and promotion of human health.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Gengan Du, Yudie Qing, Huanzi Wang, Na Wang, Tianli Yue, Yahong Yuan
Summary: This study investigated the changes in microbial growth, physicochemical properties, phenolics, enzyme activity, and antioxidant activity of Goji berry juice during fermentation with Tibetan kefir grains (TKG). The results showed that TKG grew well in Goji berry juice, with yeasts dominating in the later stages of fermentation. The fermentation process led to significant changes in the composition of the juice, including the decrease of lactobacillus and increase of acetobacter. The fermentation also resulted in the increase of total soluble flavonoids and the identification of various compounds with potential health benefits.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jianrui Qi, Zewei Wang, Xin Wen, Weiteng Tan, Yahong Yuan, Tianli Yue
Summary: By utilizing the natural biofilm on magnetosomes and copper ions, organic-inorganic nanoflowers can be synthesized, which exhibit strong antibacterial effects and promote wound healing with biocompatibility.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Qiuxia Fan, Xinru Dong, Zewei Wang, Yuan Yue, Yahong Yuan, Zhouli Wang, Tianli Yue
Summary: Hexanal has antimicrobial activity against Vibrioparahaemolyticus, but its antibacterial effect and mechanism have not been fully studied. This research used proteomics and metabolomics to investigate the mechanism of action of hexanal. The results showed that hexanal treatment reduced ATP concentration, increased membrane permeability, and disrupted cell morphology and ultrastructure of V. parahaemolyticus. Proteomics and metabolomics analysis identified numerous differentially expressed proteins and metabolites involved in various biological pathways. Bioinformatics analysis revealed that hexanal damaged cell membranes, inhibited nucleotide metabolism, and disrupted carbohydrate and TCA cycles, leading to growth inhibition and death of V. parahaemolyticus. This study provides valuable insights into the antibacterial mechanism of hexanal and its potential application in the seafood industry.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Leran Wang, Rui Cai, Jierong Zhang, Xiaoshuang Liu, Saiqun Wang, Qian Ge, Zidan Zhao, Tianli Yue, Yahong Yuan, Zhouli Wang
Summary: Yeast strain 20-G was found to effectively remove OTA through biosorption and biodegradation, with peroxidase playing a key role in reducing OTA toxicity. Degradation products of OTA were identified as less toxic, and animal experiments showed that yeast 20-G intervention could mitigate OTA-induced damage in mice.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lixia Zan, Wenyi Zhang, Shufeng Shang, Yuanyuan Cui, Jinjin Pei, Yahong Yuan, Tianli Yue
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of selenium-enriched Lactobacillus plantarum on colitis and liver inflammation induced by sodium dextran sulfate in mice. The results showed that selenium-enriched Lactobacillus plantarum alleviated inflammation symptoms in the colon and liver, downregulated NF-kappa B-P65 pathway factors, and altered the composition and structure of the gut microbiota.
