Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jing Zhang, Jonghyeon Shin, Nathan Tague, Haonan Lin, Meng Zhang, Xiaowei Ge, Wilson Wong, Mary J. Dunlop, Ji-Xin Cheng
Summary: This study successfully monitored the synthesis activity of limonene inside engineered Escherichia coli using hyperspectral stimulated Raman scattering imaging. The colocalization of limonene and GFP-fused limonene synthase was confirmed, and a polar distribution of limonene synthesis metabolon inside the cells was observed. This finding expands the knowledge of de novo limonene biosynthesis in engineered bacteria and highlights the potential of SRS chemical imaging in metabolic engineering research.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Nicola Pellicciotta, Matteo Paoluzzi, Dario Buonomo, Giacomo Frangipane, Luca Angelani, Roberto Di Leonardo
Summary: By modulating bacterial motility with light, researchers have found a way to control the transport direction and speed of microscopic particles by adjusting the active pressure gradients. This discovery provides new insights into the potential use of active pressure for controlled transport of microscopic objects.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Sreepriya Prakasan, Manjusha Lekshmi, Parvathi Ammini, Amjad K. Balange, Binaya Bhusan Nayak, Sanath H. Kumar
Summary: Seafood contamination with pathogenic E. coli poses a significant public health threat in developing countries. This study identified various pathogroups of E. coli in fresh seafood samples, with 55 out of 78 samples contaminated with pathogenic E. coli. The use of TP broth enrichment and SMAC agar isolation appeared to be the most effective method for recovery of pathogenic E. coli from seafood.
Article
Agronomy
Ana Sofia Soares, Carla Miranda, Ana Claudia Coelho, Henrique Trindade
Summary: Microbial water quality is a major concern worldwide, and this study aimed to evaluate the microbiological quality of drinking water on dairy cattle farms in Portugal. The study found that 59.4% of the cattle farms had poor water quality, and identified bacterial species such as Escherichia coli and Enterococcus faecalis. It was also found that farms that did not routinely perform disinfection had the worst water quality. This research highlights the importance of screening drinking water quality on cattle farms for improved health outcomes in both animals and humans.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ayaka Nakamura, Hajime Takahashi, Anrin Kondo, Fumiaki Koike, Takashi Kuda, Bon Kimura, Mitsushi Kobayashi
Summary: This study investigated the abundance and distribution of psychrophilic microorganisms associated with spoilage in beef slaughterhouse environments after cleaning. It found that some equipment was contaminated with microorganisms, highlighting the importance of accurate cleaning to prevent contamination spread.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Putri Christy Artawinata, Sesilia Lorraine, Diana Elizabeth Waturangi
Summary: This study aimed to isolate and characterize bacteriophages from soil for the control of food spoilage bacteria and foodborne pathogenic bacteria. The results showed that the isolated phages had a high specificity towards the specific bacteria and were able to significantly reduce bacterial counts when applied to food samples.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Luisa Andrade, Martin Boudou, Paul Hynds, Carlos Chique, John Weatherill, Jean O'Dwyer
Summary: This study analyzed groundwater monitoring data in the Republic of Ireland and found high contamination rates of Escherichia coli in groundwater, with associations to factors such as seasonality, geological features, and rainfall. The results are expected to inform policy change and groundwater monitoring programs in geologically heterogeneous regions.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wen Sun, Ke Yang, Risheng Li, Tianqing Chen, Longfei Xia, Zhao Wang, Xubo Sun
Summary: This research analyzed the structure of a microorganism group in sediment and the absolute abundance of two typical pathogenic bacteria in Shahe Reservoir, China. The results show a positive correlation between the abundance of pathogenic bacteria and water eutrophication in the reservoir sediment. Additionally, the distribution of the pathogenic bacteria varies with depth and location in the sediment.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhe Zhao, Mariana Lanzarini-Lopes, Emma Westerhoff, Xiangxing Long, Hojung Rho, Yuqiang Bi, Li Ling, Paul Westerhoff
Summary: The coating of silica nanoparticles on quartz optical fibers enhances side-emission of germicidal UV-C light, allowing for more uniform disinfection of water and surfaces along longer fiber lengths. The interaction between evanescent waves and nanoparticles controls the intensity of side-emitted UV-C light, offering potential for modulation and applications in mitigating biofilm formation.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-NANO
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
David Attuy Vey da Silva, Ralf Dieckmann, Oliwia Makarewicz, Anita Hartung, Astrid Bethe, Mirjam Grobbel, Vitaly Belik, Mathias W. Pletz, Sascha Al Dahouk, Szilvia Neuhaus
Summary: Phenotypic susceptibility testing of ESBL and non-ESBL E. coli isolated from various sources showed differences in susceptibility to biocides and antimicrobials, with weakly positive correlations observed between biocide MICs/MBCs and antimicrobial MICs.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Konstantinos F. Makris, Bas Hoefeijzers, Laura Seelen, Remy Schilperoort, Jeroen G. Langeveld
Summary: This study tested a near real-time monitoring system and the qPCR method for assessing the hygienic safety of urban surface waters. The results showed that the monitoring system was capable of detecting contamination peaks but could not indicate when the water was safe again, whereas the qPCR method provided reliable and fast results. Therefore, a combination of these methods offers an effective strategy for evaluating the hygienic safety of urban surface waters.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-WATER RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ichiro Yoneda, Ulya Nur Rozanah, Masateru Nishiyama, Hasika Mith, Toru Watanabe
Summary: The presence of Escherichia coli contamination, including diarrheagenic and antimicrobial-resistant strains, was investigated in Tonle Sap Lake, Cambodia. The floating villages were found to have significantly higher E. coli concentrations compared to other lake sites and rivers, especially during the low-water season. The study highlighted the considerable infection risk in the floating villages, particularly during the low-water season.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yuweiyi Tang, Xiwei Wang, Xiaoyang Xing, Zhong Li, Maocheng Zhao
Summary: Hyperspectral imaging allows mapping of quality-indicating attributes over biological targets, but inconsistencies may arise between quality maps from different chemometric models. While chemometric models can predict average TVB-N values of pork loins accurately, there are significant variations in pixel-wise predictions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jiratchaya Puangseree, Rangsiya Prathan, Songsak Srisanga, Sunpetch Angkittitrakul, Rungtip Chuanchuen
Summary: This study aimed to determine the epidemiology and association of antimicrobial resistance among Escherichia coli and Salmonella in Thailand. The study found various plasmids present in E. coli and Salmonella, with significant correlations between plasmid replicon types and resistance phenotypes.
EPIDEMIOLOGY AND INFECTION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Gracie Hornsby, Temitope D. Ibitoye, Shivaramu Keelara, Angela Harris
Summary: The emergence of antimicrobial resistant (AMR) bacteria is a major public health threat of the 21st century. The World Health Organization recognizes the importance of environmental surveillance in understanding and combating the global rise of antimicrobial resistance. A modified IDEXX assay was used to enumerate cefotaxime resistant E. coli in environmental reservoirs and showed promising results, making it a potential method for global monitoring efforts.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-PROCESSES & IMPACTS
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Chunyan Lei, Yongyu Li, Xianlian Zhou, Shihan Lin, Xiaoyan Zhu, Xinglong Yang, Chun Chen
Summary: This study developed a scoring system (STBA score) based on clinical and radiological parameters to predict symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage (sICH) after mechanical embolectomy. The STBA score demonstrated good discrimination in both the derivation sample and validation sample.
CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Xinlong Zhao, Yankun Peng, Yongyu Li, Yali Wang, Yang Li, Yahui Chen
Summary: A close detection system was designed using a multispectral sensor and an RGB-D camera carried by micro unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for determining the internal and external quality of apples on trees. The system utilized the RGB-D camera to perceive the spatial position and predict the diameter of the apple, and the self-optimized multispectral sensor for apple soluble solid content (SSC) detection. The results showed that the system has the potential to accurately detect the quality of apples on trees.
COMPUTERS AND ELECTRONICS IN AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiangyue Wu, Gang Fang, Xinhong Wang, Liping Jiao, Siquan Wang, Yongyu Li, Ying Wang
Summary: Gas and particle samples were collected from southeast coastal and mountainous cities in China to analyze the levels and characteristics of perfluoroalkyl acids (PFAA). PFAA concentrations varied in the ranges of 7.8-290 pg/m³ in gas phase and 27-1200 pg/m³ in particulate phase, with perfluorobutanoic acid (PFBA) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) being the dominant compounds. The study found that PFAA distribution was influenced by particle size and the length of fluorinated carbon chain, with PFSAs preferring to distribute on coarse particles and long-chain PFAA tending to exist in particulate phase. The Winter Monsoon was identified as a potential driver for atmospheric transport of PFAS to southern cities.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Siquan Wang, Libo Wu, Zijuan Wang, Huihong Du, Jincai Zhu, Yongyu Li, Minghong Cai, Xinhong Wang
Summary: This study investigated the pollution characteristics of Organic amine pesticides (OAPs) in the East China Sea (ECS) and the South China Sea (SCS) and found that OAPs concentrations were higher in deep layers compared to surface seawater. Preliminary risk assessment indicated that OAPs in the water pose no significant risk to aquatic organisms.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xinlong Zhao, Yankun Peng, Yongyu Li, Qinghui Guo, Bingwei Wang
Summary: This study explored the monitoring ability of a micro-Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) in orchards by using a force sensor and gyroscope to observe changes in force and posture of growing apples during spectral collection. The UAV carried a visible/near-infrared multispectral sensor to collect internal information of the apples. A prediction model for internal quality was established using destructive testing and pre-treatments, and apple maturity was evaluated using the Streif index. Results showed that detecting apples on trees using UAV did not affect their growth and provided valuable internal quality information. The prediction model had a correlation coefficient of 0.8593 and a root mean square error of 0.0102, indicating the potential of this study in detecting quality and maturity changes in growing apples and its usefulness in overall orchard perception.
BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Shaojin Ma, Yongyu Li, Yankun Peng
Summary: Legumes have significant importance in human consumption, animal foraging, and sustainable farming. Spectroscopy and computer vision techniques offer rapid and noninvasive analysis for assessing the quality and safety of legumes. Spectroscopy approaches include visible and near-infrared, near-infrared, mid-infrared, Raman, fluorescence, and terahertz spectroscopy, while computer vision methods include traditional CV, hyperspectral imaging, and multispectral imaging. However, challenges regarding spectral correction algorithms, hardware and instrument development, and image processing techniques need to be addressed for wider application in the agriculture industry.
COMPUTERS AND ELECTRONICS IN AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Zong-Yin Song, Yong-Yu Li, Wanchun Duan, Xiang-Yu Xiao, Zhi-Wei Gao, Yong-Huan Zhao, Bo Liang, Shi-Hua Chen, Pei-Hua Li, Meng Yang, Xing-Jiu Huang
Summary: The ultra-high electroanalytical sensitivity is achieved by efficient sensing nano-materials and enhanced interfacial interactions. The density functional theory (DFT) is used to explore the connection between electrochemical performance and intrinsic electronic features of nanomaterials. The review focuses on the relationship between configuration, electron transfer, activity or selectivity, and introduces descriptors and analytical methods for discriminating sensitive interface performance.
TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Jia-Le Li, Wen-Hao Su, He-Yi Zhang, Yankun Peng
Summary: Tomato is a globally grown vegetable crop with high economic and nutritional values. Weed management in the early stages of tomato plant growth is critical due to the threat posed by weeds. Smart weeders are being developed to address the increasing labor cost and negative impact caused by the overuse of herbicides. A new approach using a sensing system consisting of camera and color mark sensors is proposed in this study to accurately locate tomato and pakchoi plants in real time for weed control. The experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness and reliability of the proposed sensor-based system in automatically localizing vegetable plants.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Yongsheng Lin, Ziwen Qiu, Xiaojie Lin, Yingxiang Wu, Xianqian Niu, Guanwen Yin, Dandan Shao, Xuwen Xiang, Yongyu Li, Chao Yang
Summary: The study found that the leaves of Melaleuca bracteata contain 90.46% methyleugenol, which is an attractant for insect pollination and has antibacterial and antioxidant properties. By using gene expression and gene silencing technologies, it was confirmed that the MbEGS1 and MbEGS2 genes play important roles in the biosynthesis of methyleugenol.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Bo Liang, Xiang -Yu Xiao, Zong-Yin Song, Yong-Yu Li, Xin Cai, Rui-Ze Xia, Shi-Hua Chen, Meng Yang, Pei-Hua Li, Chu-Hong Lin, Xing-Jiu Huang
Summary: The mutual interference in the sensing detection of heavy metal ions is serious and complex. A promising approach of partial peak area analysis was proposed to study the mutual interference, and its applicability was verified on Cu2+/As(III) interference. This work provides a meaningful guidance for accurate detection of heavy metal ions in water environment.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yong -Yu Li, Zong-Yin Song, Zhi-Wei Gao, Xiang-Yu Xiao, Yong-Huan Zhao, Pei-Hua Li, Xing-Jiu Huang, Wen-Qing Liu
Summary: In the field of electrocatalytic reduction, single atom catalysts (SACs) have been extensively researched. However, the metal active sites are easily weakened or poisoned during complex multi-step proton-electron reactions. Therefore, it remains a great challenge to improve the adsorption-desorption capacity and enhance rapid surface reactions for superior electrocatalytic performance. In this study, the electron synergism of neighbouring Fe and Co diatoms on graphene (FeCoN6-Gra) was found to promote the electrocatalytic reduction of arsenious acid (As(III)), surpassing single-atomic catalysts containing only Fe or Co. The electron allocation mechanism associated with Co injection was observed to trigger two-site adsorption and efficiently regulate electron transport between surface sites and As(III). Furthermore, the dynamic migration of As(III) driven by Co during the reduction process was emphasized, playing a crucial role in breaking the As-O bond and achieving efficient catalysis of the diatomic model.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Shaojin Ma, Yongyu Li, Yankun Peng, Wei Wang
Summary: Assessing food safety and quality is crucial, especially in the face of climate change challenges. Fluorescence radiation, with its high sensitivity and selectivity, has become a popular non-destructive technique in the food industry. To overcome the challenge of on-site detection of excitation-emission matrices (EEMs), laser-induced fluorescence (LIF) and light emitting diode-induced fluorescence (LED-IF) have been implemented. This review provides an overview of commercially available LIF/LED-IF devices for non-destructive food measurement and discusses recent studies on their development for commercial applications.
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND FOOD SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Chao Yang, Yongsheng Lin, Ziwen Qiu, Xuwen Xiang, Dandan Shao, Yongyu Li, Shaohua Wu
Summary: In this study, 14 candidate genes were analyzed to identify the most stable reference genes for gene expression studies in M. bracteata. TIP41 and CYP were found to be the most stable genes for abiotic stresses and hormonal stimulation, respectively. These results provide a foundation for further gene expression analysis and functional studies in M. bracteata and other Melaleuca species.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Article
Cell Biology
Xiangyong Wei, Xinmiao Tan, Qi Chen, Yan Jiang, Guozhen Wu, Xue Ma, Jialong Fu, Yongyu Li, Kai Gang, Qifen Yang, Rui Ni, Jianbo He, Lingfei Luo
Summary: A major cause of intestinal failure is intestinal epithelium necrosis and loss of enterocytes, particularly in the jejunum. The mechanisms behind jejunal epithelial regeneration after extensive loss of enterocytes are unknown. In this study, zebrafish were used to induce extensive damage to jejunal enterocytes, mimicking the necrosis observed in intestinal failure. It was found that ileal enterocytes migrate and transdifferentiate into jejunal enterocytes to fulfill the regeneration process. The IL1b-NFkB axis and its agonist play a role in activating dedifferentiation and promoting regeneration. This research provides insights into the intersegmental migration mechanism of intestinal regeneration and potential therapeutic targets for intestinal failure caused by jejunal epithelium necrosis.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Shihan Lin, Yongyu Li, Chunyan Lei, Xinlian Zhou, Xiaoyan Zhu, Xinglong Yang, Chun Chen
Summary: This study aimed to compare the clinical features, treatment, and clinical outcome of patients with tandem occlusion and isolated intracranial occlusion through endovascular treatment (EVT). The study found that patients with tandem occlusion had higher rates of large artery atherosclerosis, symptomatic intracerebral hemorrhage, bilateral infarction, and longer time for endovascular procedure compared to isolated intracranial occlusion. However, there was no significant difference in 90-day mRS score between the two groups. Multivariate logistic regression analysis identified several independent predictors of poor functional outcome.
NEUROSURGICAL REVIEW
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xinxin Zhao, Xiankun Sun, Bangcheng Lai, Rui Liu, Mangang Wu, Qingfeng Ge, Hai Yu
Summary: This research investigates the effect of different ultrasonic powers on the quality of pork meatballs. The results show that pork meatballs cooked with ultrasound at 450 W have the most uniform and smooth structures. The water retention capacity of the meatballs first increased and then decreased with increasing ultrasonic powers. The study concludes that appropriate ultrasonic power can improve the physicochemical properties and microstructure of pork meatballs, making ultrasonic technology an effective method for improving meat product quality.
Article
Food Science & Technology
J. Tholen, J. Grosse-Kleimann, G. Schulze Althoff, L. Kreienbrock, M. Upmann
Summary: This study provides an up-to-date evaluation of visual contamination on the slaughter line in a German industrial slaughterhouse. The main contamination types were intestinal contents and the affected areas were mostly small.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Dante T. Valente Jr, Ira B. Mandell, Benjamin M. Bohrer, Justice B. Dorleku, Cheryl P. Campbell, Tadeu E. Silva, Edenio Detmann, Alysson Saraiva, Manuel Juarez, Marcio S. Duarte
Summary: The objective of this study was to assess the influence of carcass traits on consumer evaluation of pork eating quality. The results showed no significant correlations between carcass traits and pork eating quality traits. Tenderness and overall acceptability were negatively correlated with cooking loss and shear force.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Honggyun Kim, Jiseon Lee, Sungmin Jeong, Suyong Lee, Geun-Pyo Hong
Summary: This study investigated the effect of high pressure pretreatment on the stability of pork loins during supercooling preservation. The results showed that high pressure pretreatment improved the stability of pork loins during supercooling preservation and reduced property changes compared to normal refrigeration.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Bulent Ekiz, P. Dilara Kecici, Y. Ziya Ograk, Hulya Yalcintan, Alper Yilmaz
Summary: The study suggests that the EUROP classification system may have different effectiveness in distinguishing carcass and meat quality in thin- and fat-tailed sheep breeds, and that varying levels of fatness and conformation classes significantly influence carcass characteristics.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Luciano Gutierrez, Roberto Lai, Giuseppe Nocella, Maria Sabbagh
Summary: Dry-aged beef provides a unique taste experience with superior qualities compared to traditional beef. This study analyzed the factors influencing consumers' intention to consume and willingness to pay for dry-aged beef, using an extended version of the Theory of Planned Behavior model that includes meat-eater identity. The results showed that meat-eater identity significantly influenced participants' intention to consume, with the most significant impact mediated by attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control. Furthermore, the intention to consume strongly influenced the willingness to pay for dry-aged beef.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Patricia M. Ramos, Tracy L. Scheffler, Mariane Beline, Jocelyn Bodmer, David E. Gerrard, Saulo Luz Silva
Summary: The consumption of beef is expected to increase globally, which requires the use of Bos indicus cattle that are well-adapted to harsh climates. However, beef from these cattle is considered inferior due to lower tenderness values and reduced intramuscular fat content. Despite these drawbacks, the benefits of using Bos indicus genetics are significant and cannot be ignored.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Patricia Palma-Granados, Maria Munoz, Miguel A. Delgado-Gutierrez, Cristina Ovilo, Yolanda Nunez, Miguel A. Fernandez-Barrosso, Fernando Sanchez-Esquiliche, Luisa Ramirez, Juan M. Garcia-Casco
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of a set of 26 polymorphisms on premium cuts weights and meat quality in a larger population. The results suggest that these polymorphisms are associated with meat quality traits but may not have undesirable effects on carcass composition. Further research is needed to validate these findings.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Germani Adrian Munoz-Osorio, Cem Tirink, Thobela Louis Tyasi, Marco Antonio Ramirez-Bautista, Alvar Alonzo Cruz-Tamayo, Dany Alejandro Dzib-Cauich, Ricardo A. Garcia-Herrera, Alfonso J. Chay-Canul
Summary: The current study estimated carcass tissue composition in Black Belly ewe lambs using real-time ultrasound measurements and multivariate adaptive regression splines algorithms. The results showed that cold carcass weight and subcutaneous fat thickness were the most effective variables, while longissimus thoracis depth and area were the lowest variables for determining carcass composition.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ruggero Menci, Giuseppe Luciano, Antonio Natalello, Alessandro Priolo, Fabrizio Mangano, Luisa Biondi, Marco Bella, Manuel Scerra, Massimiliano Lanza
Summary: This study aimed to assess the effect of dietary tara hydrolysable tannins on the performance and meat quality of finishing pigs. The results showed that the addition of tannins tended to reduce the content of certain fatty acids and cholesterol in meat, and delay lipid oxidation. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory capacity of tara tannins may contribute to these positive effects.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xiying Li, Minh Ha, Robyn D. Warner, Robert J. E. Hewitt, Darryl N. D'Souza, Frank R. Dunshea
Summary: Genetic lines have significant effects on carcass traits and pork quality. Terminal lines have lower backfat thickness, higher hardness and cohesiveness, and lower IMF content. Different muscles have different texture profiles, and collagen and IMF content greatly contribute to pork texture.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Gianni Battacone, Mondina Francesca Lunesu, Teresa Manso, Ceferina Vieira, Giuseppe Pulina, Anna Nudda
Summary: This paper examines the importance of feeding management practices in improving the nutritional properties of milk from dairy ewes and analyzes the relationship between dietary treatment of lactating ewes and the performance and meat quality of suckling lambs. The findings could be useful in developing production and communication strategies for the lamb meat industry.
Article
Food Science & Technology
B. M. Bohrer, Y. Wang, J. B. Dorleku, C. P. Campbell, I. B. Mandell
Summary: This study evaluated the pH and color of different muscles from pork carcasses and found that the longissimus thoracis had the lowest pH and the lightest and least red color. The pH and color values of the longissimus thoracis were not reliable predictors for other muscles, highlighting the importance of considering individual muscles of interest.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Maria Nobile, Luca Maria Chiesa, Francesco Arioli, Sara Panseri
Summary: This study focuses on the use of biodegradable packaging material (polylactic acid, PLA) for sliced salami as an alternative to the current material (polyethylene terephthalate, PET). The results show that the PLA packaged salami maintains its red color and stable pH throughout the shelf life, with only a slight difference in sensory markers at the end. Consumers still appreciate the product.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Wenxiang Wang, Tianliu Zhang, Lili Du, Keanning Li, Lupei Zhang, Haipeng Li, Xue Gao, Lingyang Xu, Junya Li, Huijiang Gao
Summary: This study compared different types of muscles through transcriptomic analysis and identified differences in gene expression. Several gene modules associated with muscle fiber diameter were also identified. The findings of this study provide insights for breeding to improve meat yield.
