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Horticulture
Madhavi Dookie, Omar Ali, Adesh Ramsubhag, Jayaraj Jayaraman
Summary: Liquid extracts of seaweeds have shown potential as biostimulants for agricultural plants, improving growth and yield parameters in crop plants. A study on tomato plants treated with brown seaweed extracts revealed significant increases in flower buds, flowers, and fruit numbers. Transcriptional analysis indicated enhanced expression levels of important flowering genes, supporting the potential role of seaweed extracts in promoting flowering in horticultural crops.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Brisa del Mar Torres-Martinez, Rey David Vargas-Sanchez, Gaston Ramon Torrescano-Urrutia, Marisela Gonzalez-Avila, Javier German Rodriguez-Carpena, Nelson Huerta-Leidenz, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez, Juana Fernandez-Lopez, Armida Sanchez-Escalante
Summary: Pleurotus ostreatus powder (POP) has the potential to serve as a natural antioxidant in meat products, enhancing meat quality characteristics and antioxidant activity.
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Food Science & Technology
Gamal Hamad, Amr Amer, Ghada Kirrella, Taha Mehany, Reham A. Elfayoumy, Rasha Elsabagh, Eman M. Elghazaly, Tuba Esatbeyoglu, Ahmed Taha, Ahmed Zeitoun
Summary: This study evaluated the presence of Staphylococcus aureus in chicken fillets and investigated the effectiveness of lyophilized seaweed extracts in inhibiting its growth. Among the seaweed extracts tested, Halimeda opuntia (HO) showed significant antibacterial activity against S. aureus. HO extract also exhibited antioxidant properties and had a higher safety threshold for consumption. Furthermore, the study demonstrated that the addition of HO extract effectively reduced S. aureus count in chicken fillets and improved sensory attributes of the meat.
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Food Science & Technology
Aroa Lopez-Santamarina, Alejandra Cardelle-Cobas, Alicia del Carmen Mondragon, Laura Sinisterra-Loaiza, Jose Manuel Miranda, Alberto Cepeda
Summary: This study investigated the potential prebiotic effect of a brown whole seaweed Himanthalia elongata using an in vitro model of the human distal colon. Results showed selective utilization of H. elongata by Bacteroides ovatus and inulin mainly by Parabacteroides distasonis, with differences in short-chain fatty acid production observed.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Silvia Valverde, Paul Luis Williams, Begona Mayans, Juan J. Lucena, Lourdes Hernandez-Apaolaza
Summary: This study evaluated the chemical composition and antifungal activity of commercial seaweed extract products, showing significant disparities in product composition and antifungal effect, calling for further research.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
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Medical Laboratory Technology
Alireza Ebrahim, Karl DeVore, Tim Fischer
Summary: The accelerated stability model based on the Arrhenius Equation may not accurately predict the stability of diagnostic reagents. Results from accelerated stability studies showed discrepancies with real-time stability studies, indicating the need for caution when using this model. Recommendations include highlighting the limitations of the accelerated stability model in revision of stability documents.
CLINICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Seung Yun Lee, Da Young Lee, Sun Jin Hur
Summary: This study found that the stability and antioxidant activity of bioactive peptides extracted from beef myofibrillar protein were affected during in vitro human digestion, regardless of their molecular weight.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
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Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Jiayu Weng, Ruixue Lin, Chenyu Jiang, Wei Wei, Xingguo Wang, Qingzhe Jin
Summary: This study successfully prepared a stable O/W emulsion similar to human milk fat globules, and demonstrated through experiments that it has a higher hydrolysis efficiency.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Jaki Shahrier, Golam Rasul, Faria Afrin, Rabiul Islam, A. K. M. Azad Shah
Summary: This study investigated the effects of seaweed ethanolic extracts on the quality and shelf life extension of Nile tilapia fillets. The results showed that the ethanolic extracts of Padina tetrastromatica reduced pH, peroxide value, thiobarbituric acid reactive substances, and total volatile basic nitrogen values in the fillets. The extracts also inhibited bacterial growth and improved sensory characteristics, extending the shelf life of the fillets by 12 days.
FOOD SCIENCE & NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Micanquer-Carlosama Adriana, Cortes-Rodriguez Misael, Serna-Cock Liliana
Summary: The objective of this study was to evaluate the viability, physicochemical properties, and stability of freeze-dried Weissella cibaria microcapsules in gastric and intestinal juices. The results showed that the viability and physicochemical properties of the microcapsules were maintained to a certain extent during storage at different temperatures and times, confirming the effectiveness of the encapsulation method.
FOOD PACKAGING AND SHELF LIFE
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Edilane Cristina do Nascimento, Melissa Correa Sabino, Lucas da Roza Corguinha, Brenda Neres Targino, Carla Cristine Lange, Claudia Lucia de Oliveira Pinto, Priscila de Faria Pinto, Pedro Marcus Pereira Vidigal, Anderson S. Sant'Ana, Humberto Moreira Hungaro
Summary: The study isolated and characterized P. fluorescens-infecting phages, which showed high specificity and effectiveness in reducing bacterial counts and delaying protein degradation during cold storage.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yuanyuan Hu, Guanhua Zhao, Jialiang Wang, Zhongyuan Liu, Fawen Yin, Lei Qin, Dayong Zhou, Fereidoon Shahidi, Beiwei Zhu
Summary: This study found that lipid oxidation and aldehyde formation in roasted scallop increased during gastrointestinal digestion, but co-digestion of bamboo leaf antioxidant (AOB) effectively reduced lipid oxidation.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xing Xie, Chun Chen, Xiong Fu
Summary: This study aimed to screen potential alpha-glucosidase inhibitors from four brown seaweeds, among which Sargassum pallidum showed significant potential. Through compound separation and molecular docking experiments, the main active components were identified, demonstrating the inhibitory activity on alpha-glucosidase.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Niall Collins, Maneesh Kumar Mediboyina, Mariana Cerca, Charlene Vance, Fionnuala Murphy
Summary: This paper examines the economic and environmental costs of seaweed cultivation in Ireland and suggests strategies to enhance its sustainability. The study finds that the cultivation equipment and materials have the highest environmental impact, and increasing seaweed yield and long-term use of farm infrastructure can improve its sustainability. It also concludes that seaweed farming is economically feasible in Ireland, although the revenue from carbon offset on the voluntary market is minimal.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yajuan Li, Peifang Weng, Zufang Wu, Yanan Liu
Summary: By adding Plantaricin FB-2 extracted from Lactiplantibacillus plantarum FB-2, the shelf life of raw milk was extended by 3 days and the shelf life of pasteurized milk was extended by 6 days. The study provides valuable information for the application of Plantaricin FB-2 to improve the shelf life of raw and pasteurized milk.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Philip Allsopp, William Crowe, Bojlul Bahar, Padraigin A. Harnedy, Emma S. Brown, Sonja S. Taylor, Thomas J. Smyth, Anna Soler-Vila, Pamela J. Magee, Chris I. R. Gill, Conall R. Strain, Vicky Hegan, Martin Devaney, Julie M. W. Wallace, Paul Cherry, Richard J. FitzGerald, J. J. Strain, John V. O'Doherty, Emeir M. McSorley
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2016)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Scott J. Funston, Konstantina Tsaousi, Michelle Rudden, Thomas J. Smyth, Paul S. Stevenson, Roger Marchant, Ibrahim M. Banat
APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2016)
Article
Plant Sciences
Tarha Westby, Geraldine Duignan, Thomas Smyth, Aodhmar Cadogan
Article
Food Science & Technology
Bojlul Bahar, John V. O'Doherty, Thomas J. Smyth, Albin M. Ahmed, Torres Sweeney
INNOVATIVE FOOD SCIENCE & EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
(2016)
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Food Science & Technology
N. Heffernan, T. J. Smyth, Richard J. FitzGerald, Anna Vila-Soler, J. Mendiola, E. Ibanez, N. P. Brunton
INNOVATIVE FOOD SCIENCE & EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
(2016)
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Chemistry, Applied
D. A. Kirke, T. J. Smyth, D. K. Rai, O. Kenny, D. B. Stengel
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Victor U. Irorere, Thomas J. Smyth, Diego Cobice, Stephen McClean, Roger Marchant, Ibrahim M. Banat
APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Conall R. Strain, Kenneth C. Collins, Violetta Naughton, Emeir M. McSorley, Catherine Stanton, Thomas J. Smyth, Anna Soler-Vila, Mary C. Rea, Paul R. Ross, Paul Cherry, Philip J. Allsopp
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2020)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Syed A. K. S. Ahmed, Michelle Rudden, Thomas J. Smyth, James S. G. Dooley, Roger Marchant, Ibrahim M. Banat
APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
D. A. Kirke, D. K. Rai, T. J. Smyth, D. B. Stengel
ALGAL RESEARCH-BIOMASS BIOFUELS AND BIOPRODUCTS
(2019)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Donal Mc Gee, Lorraine Archer, Thomas J. Smyth, Gerard T. A. Fleming, Nicolas Touzet
ALGAL RESEARCH-BIOMASS BIOFUELS AND BIOPRODUCTS
(2020)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Syed A. K. Shifat Ahmed, Michelle Rudden, Sabrina M. Elias, Thomas J. Smyth, Roger Marchant, Ibrahim M. Banat, James S. G. Dooley
Summary: Pseudomonas aeruginosa utilizes quorum sensing to regulate virulence factors for severe infections. LasR mutants are frequently isolated in chronic infections, while mutations in the RhIRI system are less common. This suggests a potential target for therapeutic interventions in long-term persistence of P. aeruginosa.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Rachel Parkes, Lorraine Archer, Donal Mc Gee, Thomas J. Smyth, Eoin Gillespie, Nicolas Touzet
Summary: Research has shown that marine diatom can produce high-value metabolites, fucoxanthin and EPA, under specific light and nutrient conditions, with blue LED light being key to optimizing yields. This suggests that a two-stage approach can enhance the production of these compounds.
BIOTECHNOLOGY PROGRESS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Bozhao Li, David S. Waldron, MaryAnne Drake, John Lyne, Alan L. Kelly, Paul L. H. McSweeney
Summary: In this study, Cheddar-type cheese was produced using different types of chymosin. The cheese made with modified camel chymosin had higher hardness and lower meltability compared to the other cheeses. Sensory analysis also showed that cheese made with modified camel chymosin had improved flavor characteristics.
INTERNATIONAL DAIRY JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Scott J. Funston, Konstantina Tsaousi, Thomas J. Smyth, Matthew S. Twigg, Roger Marchant, Ibrahim M. Banat
APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2017)