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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Juan Diaz-Colunga, Nanxi Lu, Alicia Sanchez-Gorostiaga, Chang-Yu Chang, Helen S. Cai, Joshua E. Goldford, Mikhail Tikhonov, Alvaro Sanchez
Summary: Microbial communities frequently invade one another as a whole, a phenomenon known as community coalescence. This study provides direct evidence that collective invasions can lead to ecological coselection in microbial communities due to cross-feeding interactions at the community level.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yonatan Vanunu, Jared M. Hotaling, Mike E. Le Pelley, Ben R. Newell
Summary: The study shows that initial attention in risky choice is driven by perceptual properties of the stimulus, while subsequent choices are more influenced by goal-driven factors. Options with the highest values and largest font sizes have the greatest impact on choice, while distractors may attract attention but do not affect actual decision-making.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2021)
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Automation & Control Systems
T. Burr, S. Croft, A. Favalli, T. Krieger, B. Weaver
Summary: This paper reviews progress and presents new results for uncertainty quantification in nuclear safeguards, focusing on data-driven choices in SD estimation, the use of approximate Bayesian computation, computational calibration, revisions to the GUM, and critique of a Unified Theory of Measurement Errors and Uncertainties.
CHEMOMETRICS AND INTELLIGENT LABORATORY SYSTEMS
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Erika Dobroslavic, Ivona Elez Garofulic, Zoran Zoric, Sandra Pedisic, Marin Roje, Verica Dragovic-Uzelac
Summary: This research investigated the influence of spray drying parameters on the physicochemical properties, encapsulation efficiency, antioxidant capacity, and bioaccessibility of laurel leaf polyphenols. The results showed that the highest encapsulation efficiency was achieved at a sample:carrier ratio of 1:2 and a temperature of 180 degrees Celsius using either β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) or β-CD + maltodextrin (MD) 50:50 as carriers. However, β-CD + MD 50:50 ensured optimal solubility, hygroscopicity, and antioxidant capacity, while the optimal moisture content was determined only by temperature above 150 degrees Celsius. A total of 29 polyphenols were identified in the obtained powders, and the bioaccessibility of laurel flavonols increased with SD encapsulation.
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Biology
Hajo Eicken, Finn Danielsen, Josephine-Mary Sam, Maryann Fidel, Noor Johnson, Michael K. Poulsen, Olivia A. Lee, Katie Spellman, Lisbeth Iversen, Peter Pulsifer, Martin Enghoff
Summary: Effective responses to rapid environmental change rely on observations to inform planning and decision-making. Comparing top-down, large-scale program driven approaches with bottom-up approaches initiated and steered at the community level can yield benefits, especially when connecting to Indigenous and local knowledge.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gyurim Park, Dong Yeon Jeong, Seung Yeon Yu, Jong Jin Park, Jong H. Kim, Hoichang Yang, Youngmin You
Summary: This research demonstrates an advancement in the engineering of emitters with circularly polarized luminescence (CPL) properties. By utilizing a combined top-down and bottom-up strategy, the photoluminescence quantum yield and the luminescence dissymmetry factor were simultaneously amplified. The integration of chiral anions and the formation of helical assemblies of square-planar Pt(II) complexes played crucial roles in activating the CPL-active metal-metal-to-ligand charge transfer transition.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Andreas Froemelt, Arne Geschke, Thomas Wiedmann
Summary: This article discusses a highly detailed, spatially-resolved modelling framework that quantifies local activities and analyzes system-wide environmental and economic effects of planned interventions. Two case studies were conducted to examine production-based greenhouse gas emissions, consumption-based carbon footprints, and regional differences in Switzerland. The importance of providing regionalized information along economic value chains and the potential benefits and drawbacks of detailed scenarios were highlighted.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Margarita Brandt, Isabel Silva-Romero, David Fernandez-Garnica, Esteban Agudo-Adriani, Colleen B. Bove, John F. Bruno
Summary: This study found that nutrient availability, temperature, and herbivory all have impacts on macroalgal biomass. Excluding herbivores significantly increased macroalgal biomass, regardless of season or nutrient availability. However, the interactive effects of nutrients and herbivores differed between the cool and warm seasons. The results suggest that nutrient availability, rather than temperature, modulates the effects of herbivory.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Aldo Renato Couto, Felipe Rebello Lourenco
Summary: This paper aims to estimate the measurement uncertainty of the quantification of acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) and salicylic acid (SA) in ASA samples using a stability-indicating multivariate spectrophotometric procedure. The measurement uncertainties were estimated using both top-down and bottom-up approaches, considering various sources of uncertainty. The developed methodology allows for the estimation of measurement uncertainty in multivariate spectrophotometric analysis.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Camilla H. M. Camargos, Camila A. Rezende
Summary: This study investigated the impact of different production methods on the properties of lignin nanoparticles (LNPs), showing that the properties of LNPs can be easily tailored for various applications. By incorporating different types of LNPs into poly(vinyl alcohol)-based nanocomposites, the UV-protection capability of the polymer matrix can be modulated.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
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Computer Science, Information Systems
Yingwei Pan, Yehao Li, Ting Yao, Tao Mei
Summary: This article discusses a technique for image captioning that utilizes a bottom-up and top-down attention mechanism to select and describe salient objects based on human subjective experience. The proposed approach uses the object sequence of interest as top-down signals to guide caption generation and incorporates an attention mechanism to integrate bottom-up and top-down signals. It also introduces a contrastive learning-based objective to ensure reliable and explainable cross-modal reasoning.
ACM TRANSACTIONS ON MULTIMEDIA COMPUTING COMMUNICATIONS AND APPLICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Meihui Li, Lingbing Peng, Tianfu Wu, Zhenming Peng
Summary: This paper proposes a bottom-up and top-down integration framework that combines short-term memory and long-term memory based trackers for online object tracking. Experimental results show that the method outperforms deep learning based trackers in a pre-training-free setting and the outputs from sparse coding are potentially useful for downstream tasks such as action recognition, multiple-object tracking, and object re-identification.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON MULTIMEDIA
(2021)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Deryn O. LeDuke, Matilde Borio, Raymundo Miranda, Kay M. Tye
Summary: The functional interaction between bottom-up and top-down processing allows individuals to respond appropriately to the changing environment. These processing modalities can be represented using a dynamical systems model of the brain. The transition between attractor states depends on stability, depth, neuromodulatory tone, and plasticity changes. In disease states like anxiety or depression, understanding the relationship between these states is crucial. This study examines bottom-up and top-down processing from Marr's computational perspective to understand depressive and anxious disease states, using examples of amygdala and prefrontal cortex signaling.
ANNALS OF THE NEW YORK ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Naiara Hennig Neuenfeldt, Debora Piovesan de Moraes, Cassandra de Deus, Milene Teixeira Barcia, Cristiano Ragagnin de Menezes
Summary: Blueberries are a significant source of bioactive compounds, particularly phenolic compounds such as anthocyanins. However, these compounds are sensitive to environmental factors and can be unstable. Microencapsulation has been shown to be an effective method for improving the stability and bioavailability of anthocyanins.
FOOD AND BIOPROCESS TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Physics, Particles & Fields
Karol Kampf
Summary: This work systematically studies the higher-derivative corrections of the non-linear Sigma model, focusing on ordered amplitudes of flavor scalars in massless limit. New S-matrix methods are applied to construct amplitudes and analyze tree-level amplitudes, with possible theoretical simplifications based on specific relations. Additionally, the comparison with the Z-function connected with string theory is also discussed in the same context.
JOURNAL OF HIGH ENERGY PHYSICS
(2021)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Marina Vilar Geraldi, Cinthia Bau Betim Cazarin, Marcelo Cristianini, Ana Carolina Junqueira Vasques, Bruno Geloneze, Mario Roberto Marostica Junior
Summary: The study showed that jabuticaba juice can increase GLP-1 concentrations and antioxidant capacity in healthy subjects, but has no significant effect on postprandial glucose, insulin, C-peptide levels, and appetite sensations.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2022)
Correction
Food Science & Technology
Mariana Costa Ferraz, Fernanda Ramalho Procopio, Guilherme de Figueiredo Furtado, Amanda Maria Tomazini Munhoz Moya, Cinthia Bau Betim Cazarin, Miriam Dupas Hubinger
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Paulo Sergio Loubet Filho, Thais Otranto Dias, Vitoria Helena de Oliveira Teixeira Reis, Amanda Maria Tomazini Munhoz Moya, Elisvania Freitas dos Santos, Cinthia Bail Betim Cazarin
Summary: The incidence of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) has increased and its etiology remains unknown. Risk factors, including food intake, are associated with developing IBD. Functional foods (FF) can modulate the gut microbiota and improve the health quality of IBD patients.
JOURNAL OF FUNCTIONAL FOODS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ana Gabriela da Silva Anthero, Amanda Maria Tomazini Munhoz Moya, Adriana Souza Torsoni, Cinthia Bail Betim Cazarin, Miriam Dupas Hubinger
Summary: This study evaluated gum arabic, modified corn starch, and modified malt as encapsulating agents for Capsicum oleoresin. Capsicum oleoresin microparticles obtained by spray drying showed good physicochemical properties and in vivo effects. The microparticles exhibited high antioxidant activity, good solubility in water, and were able to reduce weight gain without adverse effects on liver function.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Laisa Gomes Dias, Adriele Hacke, Ernane dos Santos Souza, Seema Nath, Miriam Regina Canesin, Omar Vieira Vilella, Bruno Geloneze, Juliana Azevedo Lima Pallone, Cinthia Bail Betim Cazarin, Joshua John Blakeslee, Lilian Regina Barros Mariutti, Neura Bragagnolo
Summary: The objective of this study was to investigate and characterize new rice cultivars with nutritional and economic potential. The study found that Brazilian aromatic rice had higher levels of ash, protein, lipid, alpha-tocopherol, and unsaturated fatty acids compared to Brazilian non-aromatic rice. Additionally, ingestion of aromatic rice resulted in a lower insulinemic response. The planting time influenced the bioactive compound content, but the optimal planting time for maximizing these compounds was inconclusive.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Natalia Crialeison Balbo Vall Ribeiro, Amanda E. Ramer-Tait, Cinthia Bau Betim Cazarin
Summary: Resistant starch is a glucose plant polymer that is widely available in nature and can be easily obtained through simple technological processes. It acts as dietary fiber and is metabolized by gut microbiota to produce beneficial short-chain fatty acids, promoting a range of positive effects on human metabolism. Researchers worldwide have been investigating the inclusion of resistant starch in the diet and its potential to counteract chronic non-communicable diseases.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Luana Dias Campos, Anna Thereza Santiago de Almeida Pereira, Cinthia Bail Betim Cazarin
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate consumers' perceptions, knowledge, attitudes, and practices about the consumption of collagen-based products. The results showed that collagen supplementation is popular among consumers, with an emphasis on aesthetic care. However, the scientific literature has also shown its effects in treating osteoarticular diseases.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Juliana Kelly da Silva-Maia, Arumugam Nagalingam, Cinthia Bail Betim Cazarin, Mario Roberto Marostica Jr, Dipali Sharma
Summary: Jaboticaba peel extracts (JE1 and JE2) were found to exhibit anticancer activity against breast cancer cells. Both JE1 and JE2 showed inhibitory effects on the clonogenic potential, anchorage-independent growth, cell viability, migration, and invasion of breast cancer cells. Mechanistically, JE1 induced apoptosis and increased endoplasmic stress. These findings suggest that Jaboticaba peel extracts have potential for further development as a treatment for breast cancer.
FOOD CHEMISTRY: MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Luana Dias Campos, Valfredo de Almeida Santos Junior, Julia Demuner Pimentel, Gabriel Lusi Fernandes Carrega, Cinthia Bau Betim Cazarin
Summary: Collagen is a major component of the extracellular matrix in the skin and articular cartilage, affecting the body's mechanical and tissue formation properties. Literature review shows that collagen supplementation can improve skin conditions and orthopedic ailments by reducing wrinkles, increasing elasticity and hydration, and enhancing bone strength and joint mobility. This indicates the potential economic and health benefits of collagen derived from food industry by-products.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jhoseline Stayce Guillen Sanchez, Cinthia Bau Betim Cazarin, Miriam Regina Canesin, Felix G. R. Reyes, Amadeu Hoshi Iglesias, Marcelo Cristianini
Summary: The aim of the study was to extract bioactive compounds from purple corn cob using high isostatic pressure at different temperatures. The extract obtained by high pressure extraction showed higher antioxidant activity and bioactive compound content compared to conventional extraction. High isostatic pressure increased the extraction of bioactive compounds by more than 50% and obtained them in shorter times, offering a new alternative and eco-friendly method for extracting bioactive compounds from plant tissues.
SCIENTIA AGROPECUARIA
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jhoseline Stayce Guillen Sanchez, Cinthia Bau Betim Cazarin, Miriam Regina Canesin, Felix Reyes Reyes, Amadeu Hoshi Iglesias, Marcelo Cristianini
Summary: The study evaluated the effects of dynamic high pressure at different processing temperatures on the extraction of bioactive compounds from Peruvian purple corn cob. The results showed that dynamic high pressure at 60 MPa / 45 degrees C was capable of obtaining extracts with bioactive compound contents and high antioxidant activity corresponding to those obtained using the conventional process. Furthermore, the dynamic high pressure significantly increased the extraction of anthocyanins.
SCIENTIA AGROPECUARIA
(2023)
Article
Physiology
Patricia Berilli, Gustavo Bernardes Fanaro, Jessica Piva Santos, Felix Guillermo Reyes Reyes, Amadeu Hoshi Iglesias, Marcella Reis, Cinthia Baul Betim Cazarin, Mario Roberto Marostica Junior
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of white tea on antioxidant status after strenuous exercise. The results showed that white tea consumption increased serum antioxidant capacity and reduced inflammatory markers. Additionally, white tea intake improved antioxidant defenses and decreased lipid oxidation in liver tissue.
CURRENT RESEARCH IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Daniele Bobrowski Rodrigues, Marcella Camargo Marques, Adriele Hacke, Paulo Sergio Loubet Filho, Cinthia Bau Betim Cazarin, Lilian Regina Barros Mariutti
Summary: Studying the bioavailability of food components is crucial for predicting their health benefits. Developing in vitro models to simulate digestion processes and human physiological conditions can guide researchers and engineers in optimizing the positive impact of diet on health.
CURRENT RESEARCH IN FOOD SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Paulo Sergio Loubet Filho, Andressa Mara Baseggio, Milena Morandi Vuolo, Livia Mateus Reguengo, Aline Camarao Telles Biasoto, Luiz Claudio Correa, Stanislau Bogusz Junior, Valeria Helena Alves Cagnon, Cinthia Bau Betim Cazarin, Mario Roberto Marostica Junior
Summary: Jabuticaba, a Brazilian berry, has therapeutic potential against cancer, obesity, and insulin resistance. The peel of Jabuticaba contains bioactive compounds that can improve glucose metabolism and reduce inflammation. This study found that the consumption of Jabuticaba peel along with a healthy diet can change the gut bacteria profile and improve insulin resistance.
CURRENT RESEARCH IN FOOD SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Kemilla Sarmento Rebelo, Carla Evelyn Coimbra Nunez, Cinthia Bau Betim Cazarin, Mario Roberto Marostica Junior, Karsten Kristiansen, Niels Banhos Danneskiold-Samsoe
Summary: Pot-pollen supplementation can lower fasting blood glucose levels and increase insulin secretion without affecting weight gain. It also alters the composition of the gut microbiota.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yonghong Ye, Songyan Zheng, Yuanxing Wang
Summary: In this study, the changes of aroma components in Gannan navel orange during growth were systematically studied using HS-SPME-GC-MS. Key aroma components and markers were identified. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the dynamic variation of aroma compounds during navel orange growth and have potential for industrial applications.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jia Xu, Yayuan Zhang, Mengke Zhang, Xinlin Wei, Yiming Zhou
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of glucosamine selenium on summer-autumn tea, showing that it can enhance nutritional quality, improve sensory characteristics, and increase plant adaptation to environmental changes and abiotic stresses.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yuanming Chu, Zhaoyang Ding, Jing Xie
Summary: This study investigated the use of ice glazing containing D-sodium erythorbate (DSE) and vacuum packaging to maintain the quality of large yellow croaker during frozen storage. The results showed that vacuum packaging effectively inhibited ice crystal growth and minimized water loss, while the combination of vacuum packaging and 0.3% DSE-infused ice glazing maintained freshness indicators at low levels throughout the 300-day storage period. This combination was considered the most effective in preserving the quality of the fish.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Md. Ashikur Rahman, Shirin Akter, Md. Ashrafudoulla, Md. Anamul Hasan Chowdhury, A. G. M. Sofi Uddin Mahamud, Si Hong Park, Sang-Do Ha
Summary: This comprehensive review aims to provide insights into the mechanisms and key factors influencing biofilm formation by A. hydrophila in the food industry. It explores the molecular processes involved in various stages of biofilm formation and investigates the impact of intrinsic factors and environmental conditions on biofilm architecture and resilience. The article also highlights the potential of bibliometric analysis in conceptualizing the research landscape and identifying knowledge gaps in A. hydrophila biofilm research.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chujing Wang, Wenni Tian, Zengliu Song, Qun Wang, Yong Cao, Jie Xiao
Summary: Solid lipid ratio in emulsions has significant effects on colloidal stability, mucus permeability, and bioavailability in vivo. Higher solid lipid ratio improves intestinal stability but reduces mucus permeability.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Dacai Zhong, Liping Kang, Juan Liu, Xiang Li, Li Zhou, Luqi Huang, Zidong Qiu
Summary: In this study, a novel online extraction electrospray ionization mass spectrometry method was developed to comprehensively characterize complex foods. Meanwhile, a characteristic marker screening method and chemometrics modeling were used for the accurate authentication of highly-similar foods. This research has significant implications for ensuring food quality and safety.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Qiannan Zhao, Jinyi Yang, Jiahui Li, Lei Zhang, Xiaohai Yan, Tianli Yue, Yahong Yuan
Summary: This study investigated the transport and hypoglycemic effects of phenolics in mulberry leaves using an in vitro digestion model. The results showed that digested phenolics had higher absorbability and could inhibit glucose digestion and absorption. Phenolics also regulated glucose metabolism. Luteoforol and p-coumaric acid were found to be the primary phenolics strongly correlated with the hypoglycemic ability of mulberry leaves.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yanyun Cao, Qingling Wang, Jinou Lin, Yin-Yi Ding, Jianzhong Han
Summary: This study investigated the effects of gallic acid (GA) and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) at different ratios on the gel properties of calcium induced-whey protein emulsion gel. It was found that GA and EGCG could promote gel formation, increase gel strength, and delay the release of emulsified oil droplets.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Monique Martins Strieder, Vitor Lacerda Sanches, Mauricio Ariel Rostagno
Summary: This study proposed an integrated and automated procedure for extracting, separating, and quantifying bioactive compounds from coffee co-products. By optimizing the extraction, separation, and analysis method, real-time analysis was achieved. The results suggest that coupling different techniques can efficiently extract, separate, and analyze phenolic compounds, providing an integrated method to produce high-added value ingredients for various applications.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Kyu Sang Sim, Hyoyoung Kim, Suel Hye Hur, Tae Woong Na, Ji Hye Lee, Ho Jin Kim
Summary: Geographical origin plays a crucial role in determining the quality and safety of agricultural products. In this study, ICP analysis was used to determine the inorganic elemental content of onions and identify their geographical origin. Chemometric methods were applied to analyze the ICP results, and the accuracy of distinguishing between Korean and Chinese onions was found to be excellent. The findings suggest that this method can be beneficial for identifying agricultural products.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
