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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jizhong Wang, Tingting Liu, Xuyun Bian, Zhichao Hua, Guodong Chen, Xinxin Wu
Summary: The study on starches from aquatic vegetables including Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn., Eleocharis dulcis, Sagiaaria sagittifolia L., and Trapa bispinosa Roxb. revealed significant differences in properties and applications in edible films. This research will contribute to the development of products based on starch obtained from aquatic vegetables.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
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Energy & Fuels
Paramjeet Saroj, P. Manasa, Korrapati Narasimhulu
Summary: This study investigated the morphology, physicochemical, and intracellular metabolites of Aspergillus fumigatus mycelium under different growth conditions. The analysis revealed variations in morphology, elemental composition, and relative concentrations of polymers depending on the feeding substrate. The study also provided information on the thermal stability and intracellular metabolites of the mycelium.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Adeleke Omodunbi Ashogbon, Emmanuel Temitope Akintayo, Abraham Olasupo Oladebeye, Ayomide Daniel Oluwafemi, Abiodun Folasade Akinsola, Ojeaga Evans Imanah
Summary: This article discusses recent developments in the study of legume starch physicochemical and functional properties, emphasizing the importance of legume starch in human diet. Legume starches are rich in amylose and exhibit specific physicochemical properties, requiring modification to enhance functionality.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Yujuan Gu, Xiaojie Qian, Binghua Sun, Sen Ma, Xiaoling Tian, Xiaoxi Wang
Summary: The study examined the nutritional constituents, hydration, pasting, and thermal properties of oat flour sieve fractions of different particle sizes, revealing the distribution and impact of protein, fatty acids, amino acids, and pasting properties among the fractions. The findings provide valuable insights for oat processing and the development of oat-based products with specific particle sizes to achieve desired characteristics.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Food Science & Technology
Yue He, Youn Young Shim, Jianheng Shen, Ji Hye Kim, Jae Youl Cho, Wan Soo Hong, Venkatesh Meda, Martin J. T. Reaney
Summary: The study found correlations between the physical, chemical, and hydration properties of soybeans and AQ yield and functional properties, and identified 20 compounds through NMR analysis, including alcohols, organic acids, sugars, essential nutrients, amino acids, and polyphenols. The process involved soaking the seeds of selected Korean soybean cultivars to produce AQ, an oil emulsifier and foaming agent suitable for use as an egg substitute with improved emulsion/foam formation properties.
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Food Science & Technology
Tamires Marques Paes da Cunha, Isabel Cristina da Silva Haas, Marina Araujo Joao Lopes da Costa, Aderval S. Luna, Jefferson Santos de Gois, Renata Dias de Mello Castanho Amboni, Elane Schwinden Prudencio
Summary: This study enriches powdered dairy compounds with soy extract, affecting their physical properties and rehydration characteristics. The addition of soy extract increases protein and fat content, as well as levels of polyphenols, flavonols, and certain minerals. The enrichment of important minerals is particularly noteworthy. This has implications for increasing the nutritional value of powdered milk.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
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Food Science & Technology
Manhong Jin, Yun Xie, Peilan Xie, Qianwang Zheng, Tao Wei, Liqiong Guo, Junfang Lin, Zhiwei Ye, Yuan Zou
Summary: This study investigated the effects of extraction and precipitation methods on the physicochemical and functional properties of Pleurotus geesteranus proteins. The results showed that the two methods had different impacts on the protein properties and functionalities.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
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Geochemistry & Geophysics
Silvia E. Barbosa, Luciana A. Castillo
Summary: A comprehensive characterization of talc from an Argentinean ore was conducted, including petrography, mineralogy, morphology, geochemistry, and physicochemical properties. The talc sample contained approximately 80 wt% talc and associated minerals such as carbonates and chlorite were detected. The talc showed potential as an additive for polymers to improve their mechanical properties.
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Energy & Fuels
Ming Lei, Cen Sun, Yanchao Zhang
Summary: The study found that pressurized pyrolysis intensified the decomposition of aromatic ring structure and hydroxyl hydrogen bonds in coal char, leading to the formation of low-substituted single rings, as well as shortening of aliphatic chains and carboxyl groups in char. Pressurized pyrolysis also increased the graphitization degree of char and inhibited the decomposition of low-temperature minerals. Furnace temperature had a more significant impact on mineral transformations compared to furnace pressure. Additionally, in pressurized conditions, the primary minerals in coal ash remained consistent but their relative contents changed, with combustion temperature influencing mineral transformations. The mixture of O-2/CO(2) restrained the decomposition of low-temperature minerals and formation of high-temperature minerals, with furnace temperature being the primary factor influencing ash mineral transformations.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Run Chen, Fengrong Lv, Yunxia Bao, Fu Chen, Tianzheng Dou, Guanglong Tu
Summary: The strategic goal of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality has led to the reform of the global energy system. Underground coal gasification is an important method for clean coal development and has advantages of being economical, safe, and environmentally friendly. This paper summarizes the transformation characteristics, evolution of organic matter and minerals, and the transformation of pore structure caused by underground coal gasification.
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Chemistry, Applied
Nan Chen, Qing Wang, Mu-Xuan Wang, Ning-yang Li, Annabelle Briones, L. Cassani, M. A. Prieto, Maricar B. Carandang, Chao Liu, Chun-Mei Gu, Jin-Yue Sun
Summary: This study aimed to characterize the physicochemical, thermal, and rheological properties of cashew nut starch (CNS) and compare them with potato and corn starches. The results showed that CNS had higher gelatinization temperatures and peak viscosity, lower shear resistance compared to high amylose corn starch, but higher than potato starch. Furthermore, CNS had higher storage and loss modulus values, indicating predominantly elastic properties. These findings provide insights into the properties of cashew nut starch and its potential application in food processing.
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Food Science & Technology
Wei Zhao, Yu-Cai Guo, Rong Yao, An-Qi Chen, Bao-Yang Chen, Jin Niu
Summary: The diet formulation for trout has undergone significant changes in the last decade due to ingredient market changes and advancements in feed processing technology. However, it is unclear if the established protein requirements for trout from the previous century are still applicable today. This study conducted an eight-week feeding trial to determine the protein requirements of trout, and the results showed that diets with higher protein content promoted growth and overall health, while diets with lower protein content had negative effects on liver structure and immune response. The optimal protein requirement for trout reared in convection-water cages was found to be no less than 439.2 g/kg.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenteng Gong, Liansheng Tang, Yang Chen, Zihua Cheng
Summary: The purpose of this study is to establish a convenient and reliable soil property prediction model based on mineral composition. Using artificial neural network methods, prediction models for various soil properties were developed, and models with poor prediction accuracy were optimized using a genetic algorithm. The results demonstrate that the neural network model based on mineral composition can accurately predict soil properties with high applicability. This research provides a method for accurately predicting the majority of engineering properties of soil using experimental data on mineral composition, which is significant for cost savings and improving work efficiency in engineering projects.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
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Construction & Building Technology
Xiaolu Guo, Shuting Yuan, Yunfeng Xu, Guangren Qian
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility of utilizing ISSA in the production of Portland cement clinker and examines the influence of phosphorus and iron on the clinker. The results show that the addition of P2O5 increases the C3A in the clinker but inhibits the formation of C3S and delays the general hydration process. However, the addition of Fe2O3 has little influence on the clinker.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
E. Strzalkowska
Summary: This paper explores the management of fly ashes from bituminous coal and lignite by identifying particles with different morphological and chemical compositions through microscopic observation and research techniques. The study examines the potential applications of the ashes and proposes magnetic separation of iron-rich particles as a method of management for full utilization.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
