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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zoltan Horvath-Szalai, Rita Jakabfi-Csepregi, Balazs Szirmay, Daniel Ragan, Gerda Simon, Zoltan Kovacs-Abraham, Peter Szabo, David Sipos, Agnes Peterfalvi, Attila Miseta, Csaba Csontos, Tamas Koszegi, Ildiko Toth
Summary: In this study, the predictive value of serum non-enzymatic total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and the newly introduced TAC/lymphocyte ratio in COVID-19 was elucidated. The results showed that both TAC and TAC/lymphocyte ratio could provide valuable information regarding the severity of COVID-19, and TAC served as a promising marker for predicting systemic inflammatory diseases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
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Spectroscopy
Ling Zong, Chao Li, Yang Zhong, Jie Shi, Zhanyuan Yuan, Xin Wang
Summary: Recent studies have shown that cisplatin may induce apoptosis in beneficial bacteria, highlighting the importance of exploring the damage mechanism of cisplatin on beneficial bacteria.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Enrico Prenesti, Silvia Berto, Fabio Gosmaro, Marco Bagnati, Giorgio Bellomo
Summary: The study aimed to define the reference intervals for TAC of human plasma in apparently healthy adults using the CUPRAC-BCS method. The results showed that the reference intervals for TAC in males and females were 727-1248 and 637-1048 respectively, with no significant age effect on TAC values.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Katarina Butorac, Jasna Novak, Barbara Bellich, Lucrecia C. Teran, Martina Banic, Andreja Lebos Pavunc, Slaven Zjalic, Paola Cescutti, Jagoda Suskovic, Blazenka Kos
Summary: Lactobacillus fermentum D12 is a strain capable of producing exopolysaccharides (EPS) with potential health benefits. Its whole genome analysis revealed key genes related to EPS biosynthesis, leading to the secretion of multiple EPSs under different culture conditions. EPS positively influences the survival and adhesion of D12, especially under simulated gastrointestinal tract conditions.
MICROBIAL CELL FACTORIES
(2021)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Jan Rozsypal, Juraj Sevcik, Zdenka Bartosova, Barbora Papouskova, David Jirovsky, Jan Hrbac
Summary: In this study, microdialysis coupled with amperometry was used for the analysis of beers, with electrode fouling effectively removed by electrode regeneration and sample cleanup. The method was found to be suitable for quantifying the antioxidant capacities of beers.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Enrico Prenesti, Silvia Berto, Fabio Gosmaro, Marco Bagnati, Giorgio Bellomo
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between the total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and the concentrations of redox-active biomolecules in the human plasma of healthy and cardiopathic individuals. The results showed that around 80% of the TAC in both groups comes from endogenous compounds, with different contributions from exogenous compounds. γ-tocopherol played a different role in the chemical models developed for the two groups.
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Food Science & Technology
Maria Cecilia Verni, Cecilia Hebe Orphee, Silvia Nelina Gonzalez, Alicia Bardon, Mario Eduardo Arena, Elena Cartagena
Summary: The natural products from Flourensia fiebrigii S.F. Blake were found to stimulate bacterial auto-aggregation, biofilm formation, and exhibit anti-adhesive effects. Lactobacillus paracasei subsp. paracasei CE75 showed high detoxifying capacity towards phenolic compounds and displayed adaptive responses to chemical stress through bacterial surface protrusions. These results suggest a novel strategy for combating food- and waterborne pathogens biofilms.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Food Science & Technology
Daniel Rico, Ana Belen Cano, Sergio Alvarez Alvarez, Gustavo Rio Briones, Ana Belen Martin Diana
Summary: In recent years, the relationship between dietary antioxidant compounds and reducing chronic diseases has led to innovation in the baked product sector in order to develop healthier formulations. This study aims to develop a mathematical model-based tool for predicting the total antioxidant capacity (TAC) of baked goods. The variability of antioxidant properties in flours due to factors such as grain type, varieties, composition, and processing makes it challenging to innovate in food product development without specific analysis. Bayesian-type models based on parameterized double exponential curves were proposed to reflect the degradation and generation processes of antioxidant compounds. Support vector machines (SVM) with an exponential kernel were used to predict TAC values based on baking conditions, proteins, and fibers of each grain.
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Antonio Cano, Ana B. Maestre, Josefa Hernandez-Ruiz, Marino B. Arnao
Summary: ABTS is a widely used compound for determining the total antioxidant capacity (TAC) of various samples. It can be used in different determination methodologies, such as automated photometric measures and liquid chromatographic separation. The ABTS/TAC method allows for the determination of both hydrophilic and lipophilic antioxidant activity, providing total antioxidant activity values. This review highlights the major achievements and applications of the ABTS/TAC method.
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Food Science & Technology
Haiyun Yang, Hui Meng, Liuming Xie, Zhibing Huang
Summary: This study successfully increased the yield of exopolysaccharides (EPS) produced by Monascus by adding flavonoids and optimizing liquid fermentation conditions. The optimal fermentation conditions for achieving an EPS production of 7.018 g/L were determined, and the addition of quercetin increased EPS production by 11.66%.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ali Osman, Nashwa El-Gazzar, Taghreed N. Almanaa, Abdalla El-Hadary, Mahmoud Sitohy
Summary: The study investigates a lipolytic Lactobacillus paracasei postbiotic as a potential regulator for lipid metabolism against metabolic syndrome, showing higher antioxidant activity and lipolytic activity compared to atorvastatin, demonstrating a safer and more effective treatment option.
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Microbiology
Masafumi Noda, Narandalai Danshiitsoodol, Keishi Kanno, Tomoyuki Uchida, Masanori Sugiyama
Summary: The plant-derived bacterium Lactobacillus paracasei IJH-SONE68 produces a novel exopolysaccharide (EPS) that shows promising preventive effects against ulcerative colitis (UC) in mice models, improving inflammation symptoms, reducing the expression of inflammation-related genes, and stimulating the expression of anti-inflammatory cytokines.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yuna Choi, Eunyoung Park, Yohan Yoon, Jimyeong Ha
Summary: This study investigated the effects of whey bioconversion products (WBPs) produced by lactic acid bacteria on periodontal disease. The results showed that WBPs produced by LP-YK1 have stronger anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects and can be used as a postbiotic to alleviate periodontitis.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Harald Krenzlin, Dominik Wesp, Jan Schmitt, Christina Frenz, Elena Kurz, Julia Masomi-Bornwasser, Johannes Lotz, Florian Ringel, Thomas Kerz, Naureen Keric
Summary: This study found that the decrease in SOD and increase in TAC in patients with aneurysmal SAH were associated with poorer neurological outcomes. Lower SOD concentration in the cerebrospinal fluid and higher TAC were linked to deteriorating cognitive abilities.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xuefang Zhao, Qi Liang
Summary: This study optimized the production of exopolysaccharides (EPS) from Lactiplantibacillus plantarum MC5 (Lp. plantarum MC5), evaluated its resistance to digestive juices, antioxidant activity, and rheological properties. The results showed that the maximum EPS production was achieved under specific conditions. The EPS-MC5 exhibited high resistance to digestive enzymes and antioxidant activity, as well as favorable rheological properties. These findings contribute to the understanding and potential applications of EPS in human health and functional foods.
Article
Ecology
S. M. J. Raza, A. Akhter, F. Wahid, A. Hashem, E. F. Abd Allah
Summary: Intercropping basil with tomato can increase plant biomass and significantly reduce disease severity in tomatoes. Intercropped tomato plants have more developed roots and larger sizes compared to monocropped tomatoes. Adding arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi enhances the tolerance of host plants towards Fusarium wilt by influencing tomato root morphology and exudation dynamics.
APPLIED ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
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Microbiology
Swetha Reddy Vundela, Naveen Kumar Kalagatur, Anusuya Nagaraj, Krishna Kadirvelu, Siddaiah Chandranayaka, Kasturi Kondapalli, Abeer Hashem, Elsayed Fathi Abd-Allah, Sudhakar Poda
Summary: The present study successfully fabricated selenium nanoparticles from Carica papaya extract and explored their multi-biofunctional features. The selenium nanoparticles showed antioxidant, antimicrobial, antimycotoxin, and anticancer activities, as well as high biocompatibility.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Popy Bora, Lohit Chandra Bora, R. P. Bhuyan, Abeer Hashem, Elsayed Fathi Abd-Allah
Summary: This study evaluated the efficacy of microbial bioagents and botanicals in controlling grey blight disease in tea plantations. The results showed that the consortium of microbial antagonists had a better suppression effect on the disease compared to botanicals, leading to increased tea yield and quality.
BIOLOGICAL CONTROL
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Syed Farhat Abbas, Muhammad Adnan Bukhari, Muhammad Aown Sammar Raza, Ghulam Hassan Abbasi, Zahoor Ahmad, Mashael Daghash Alqahtani, Khalid F. Almutairi, Elsayed Fathi Abd Allah, Muhammad Aamir Iqbal
Summary: Climate change and global warming have led to the need for biologically viable drought-mitigation strategies in wheat cultivation. This study tested two wheat cultivars subjected to different doses of ZnO nanoparticles before sowing. The results showed that ZnO nanoparticles, particularly at a 120 ppm dose under 100% field capacity, improved the growth and mineral contents of the wheat cultivars, making it a potential recommendation for wheat growers.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Shahab Ali, Shujaul Mulk Khan, Zeeshan Ahmad, Abdullah Abdullah, Naeemullah Kazi, Ismat Nawaz, Khalid F. F. Almutairi, Graciela Dolores Avila-Quezada, Elsayed Fathi Abd Allah
Summary: This study collected forest inventory data from 200 forest plots and found that relative humidity, elevation, and Coefficient of Variation of Diameter at breast height (CVD) significantly influence aboveground biomass (AGB) in different forest ecosystems. Relative humidity and soil phosphorus have a positive direct effect on AGB in multi-species forests, while elevation, CVD, and sunlight radiation (SR) negatively affect AGB.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Md. Salahuddin Kaysar, Uttam Kumer Sarker, Sirajam Monira, Md. Alamgir Hossain, Uzzal Somaddar, Gopal Saha, Apurbo Kumar Chaki, Abeer Hashem, Elsayed Fathi Abd Allah, Md Romij Uddin
Summary: The relationship between rice root morphology and potassium (K) has a significant impact on the growth and development of rice as well as its yield. In this study conducted at the net house of the Department of Agronomy at the Bangladesh Agricultural University, different rice varieties (Binadhan-10, Hira-2, and BRRI dhan29) were treated with different doses of K fertilizers. The results showed that the dose of 65 kg K ha(-1) significantly improved root traits and yield. However, further increase in K dosage did not lead to an increase in root traits and yield. A positive correlation was observed between yield and all root traits except root porosity. Therefore, a dose of 65 kg K ha(-1) can be recommended for satisfactory yield when cultivating Binadhan-10 at the field level.
Article
Agronomy
An-Qi Lei, Qing-Hua Yang, Ying Zhang, Wen-Yue Liao, Ya-Chao Xie, Anoop Kumar Srivastava, Abeer Hashem, Mashael Daghash Alqahtani, Elsayed Fathi Abd Allah, Qiang-Sheng Wu, Yi Zhang
Summary: This study analyzed the effects of Easily extractable glomalin-related soil protein (EEG) and found that it can improve soil fertility and fruit quality when used alone. However, when combined with agronomic practices, the positive effects of EEG may be reduced or suppressed.
Article
Agronomy
Md. Salahuddin Kaysar, Uttam Kumer Sarker, Sinthia Afsana Kheya, Ahmed Khairul Hasan, Md. Alamgir Hossain, Uzzal Somaddar, Gopal Saha, Apurbo Kumar Chaki, Abeer Hashem, Elsayed Fathi Abd-Allah, Md. Romij Uddin
Summary: Irrigation and fertilizer have significant effects on rice root traits and yield. A pot experiment was conducted in the boro season of 2021-2022 to investigate the effects of different irrigation, potassium, and nitrogen conditions on root parameters and yield of the rice variety Binadhan-10. The results showed that the saturation condition with K-65 and N-140 had the best performance in terms of root parameters, and grain yield was highest under this combination. Therefore, Binadhan-10 can be successfully cultivated with K-65 and N-140 under saturation conditions.
Article
Microbiology
Hilda Karina Saenz-Hidalgo, Juan Luis Jacobo-Cuellar, Erick Zuniga-Rodriguez, Graciela Dolores Avila-Quezada, Victor Olalde-Portugal, Abeer Hashem, Elsayed Fathi Abd Allah
Summary: This study aimed to determine the ectomycorrhizal colonization (ECM) percentage of pecan trees of different ages in conventional and organic agronomic orchards and to identify ectomycorrhizal sporocarps morphologically and molecularly. The ECM colonization percentage ranged from 31.44% to 59.89% and was higher in soils with low phosphorus content. The ECM concentrations were relatively consistent across tree ages, and organic matter content did not affect the ECM colonization percentage. Pisolithus arenarius and Pisolithus tinctorius fungi were molecularly identified as associated with pecan trees, with Pisolithus arenarius being reported for the first time.
Article
Horticulture
Vishal Singh Rana, Varsha Sharma, Sunny Sharma, Neerja Rana, Vijay Kumar, Umesh Sharma, Khalid F. Almutairi, Graciela Dolores Avila-Quezada, Elsayed Fathi Abd Allah, Kasahun Gudeta
Summary: This study investigated the impact of seaweed extract on the growth, yield, and quality of kiwifruit. The results showed that soaking the fruits in seaweed extract at a concentration of 3000 ppm after fruit set for 10 days significantly enhanced fruit growth and improved fruit quality.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Rigyan Gupta, Mohammad Joyel Sarkar, Md. Shafiqul Islam, Md. Romij Uddin, Israt Jahan Riza, Sirajam Monira, Farhana Zaman, Ahmed Khairul Hasan, A. K. M. Mominul Islam, Abeer Hashem, Graciela Dolores Avila-Quezada, Javid A. Parray, Elsayed Fathi Abd Allah, Uttam Kumer Sarker
Summary: In the hill regions of Bangladesh, where cultivable land is limited, efficient land use is necessary to increase crop output. Through a field experiment, incorporating mustard and mungbean into a rice-based cropping pattern was found to significantly improve yield and farmer income. The modified cropping pattern resulted in a higher rice equivalent yield compared to the existing cropping patterns, and the gross margin was significantly higher as well. Mustard and mungbean cultivation in hilly areas can bring quick economic returns and may be introduced on a large scale in Khagrachhari district.
Article
Agronomy
Shivender Thakur, A. K. Sharma, Kuldeep Thakur, Sunny Sharma, Kasahun Gudeta, Abeer Hashem, Graciela Dolores Avila-Quezada, Nadine M. S. Moubayed, Elsayed Fathi Abd Allah
Summary: The present study aimed to investigate the differential responses to assimilated nutrient management in the cabbage-capsicum-radish cropping system. It was found that using 75% NP + VC and EC, along with 5 kg/ha of PGPR, significantly improved the growth and yield of cabbage, while the T-14 treatment module demonstrated superior performance in terms of yield components for capsicum.
Article
Agronomy
Mouna Mechri, Khedija Bouajila, Noura Ziadi, Taqi Raza, Hayet Beltayef, Neal S. Eash, Naceur Jedidi, Azaiez Gharbi, Abeer Hashem, Elsayed Fathi Abd-Allah
Summary: In Tunisia, climate change impacts and intensive plowing and cultivation practices used by Tunisian farmers have led to the degradation of soil resources, affecting socio-economic development. A study conducted in Le Krib, Tunisia, evaluated the effects of different cropping systems and tillage types on soil aggregates and physio-chemical properties, as well as carbon and nitrogen concentrations. The results showed that soil carbon content was influenced by interactions between previous crops and tillage regimes, while nitrogen concentrations varied with previous crops and tillage types.
Article
Microbiology
Priya Yadav, Rahul Prasad Singh, Abeer Hashem, Elsayed Fathi Abd Allah, Gustavo Santoyo, Ajay Kumar, Rajan Kumar Gupta
Summary: There is a growing interest in utilizing cyanobacteria for land rehabilitation. This study evaluated the ability of different cyanobacteria and their consortia to form biocrusts on different substrates, and found that the consortium exhibited better results. The study also showed that cyanobacteria can persist in soil environments and have positive impacts on soil fertility and plant growth.
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Environmental Sciences
Kanwaljit Kaur Ahluwalia, Kritika Thakur, Amrik Singh Ahluwalia, Abeer Hashem, Graciela Dolores Avila-Quezada, Elsayed Fathi Abd Allah, Neelam Thakur
Summary: This study evaluated the genotoxicity of zinc oxide nanoparticles in mosquitoes, and found that exposure to a dose below LD20 resulted in chromosomal aberrations, abnormal sperm head shapes, and dominant lethal mutations. This indicates the potential genotoxicity of zinc oxide nanoparticles and highlights the need for environmental and biological protection.
