Article
Environmental Sciences
Lucia Argiz, Angeles Val Del Rio, David Correa-Galeote, Belen Rodelas, Anuska Mosquera-Corral
Summary: Combining substrate hydrolysis, culture enrichment, and storage in a single reactor helps simplify the production process of TAGs and PHAs. The carbon influx during the feast phase is a key parameter in controlling storage compound production.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Iva Guidini Lopes, Lucas Boscov Braos, Mara Cristina Pessoa Cruz, Rose Meire Vidotti
Summary: The study evaluated windrow composting as a sustainable solution for managing waste materials generated from aquaculture production. By converting waste into nutrient-rich composts, it is possible to achieve circularity and replace chemical fertilizers in new productive processes like agriculture.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Mohit Jain, Ashwani Kumar, Amit Kumar
Summary: Landfill mining involves excavating and processing buried waste to recover secondary resources. This study reviews the technologies used for excavation and processing, as well as the fractions recovered, their characterization, and the environmental and safety issues associated with landfill mining. The study also discusses the challenges and opportunities for the reuse of materials obtained from landfill mining.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lalit Goswami, Anamika Kushwaha, Suchada Chanprateep Napathorn, Beom Soo Kim
Summary: Microbial polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) are promising biodegradable polymers that can alleviate environmental problems caused by petroleum-based plastics. However, the increasing waste removal issue and the high cost of pure feedstocks for PHA biosynthesis have led to the need for utilizing waste streams from various industries as feedstocks for PHA production. This review summarizes the state-of-the-art progress in utilizing low-cost carbon substrates, effective upstream and downstream processes, and waste stream recycling to achieve process circularity. It also discusses the use of different bioreactor systems and advanced tools and strategies to enhance productivity and reduce costs in microbial PHA biosynthesis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jackline Nampeera, Yasar Kemal Recepoglu, Asli Yuksel
Summary: This study converted olive tree pruning waste into a sustainable and value-added product that can effectively adsorb lithium. The synthesized functionalized olive branches showed promising performance in terms of adsorption mechanism, kinetics, and thermodynamics. Column studies demonstrated higher sorption and desorption efficiency compared to a commercial lithium selective resin.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Grzegorz Izydorczyk, Katarzyna Mikula, Dawid Skrzypczak, Anna Witek-Krowiak, Malgorzata Mironiuk, Katarzyna Furman, Mateusz Gramza, Konstantinos Moustakas, Katarzyna Chojnacka
Summary: The study transformed animal waste into liquid fertilizer, enriched with micronutrients, resulting in increased crop yield and grain nutrient density, as well as improved wheat flour quality.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mohammed Dardona, Sanjay K. Mohanty, Matthew J. Allen, Timothy M. Dittrich
Summary: Coal fly ash (CFA) is a valuable waste material that can potentially contaminate the environment. Extracting and recovering metals, particularly rare-earth elements, from CFA can provide an economic incentive towards waste valorization. However, current methods for separating rare-earth elements require large amounts of energy and organic solvents, raising environmental concerns. In this study, a column-based system using a newly developed organosilica sorbent was employed to concentrate and separate rare-earth elements from fly ash leachate, offering an alternative to the current standard using solvent extraction.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
M. S. S. R. Tejaswini, Pankaj Pathak, D. K. Gupta
Summary: This review paper explores the advancements in urban mining technology and its sustainable utilization, emphasizing the importance of transforming waste into secondary resources. The limitations and feasibility of existing techniques are critically analyzed. The paper proposes a novel sustainable model based on the circular economy concept to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
A. Saravanan, D. Yuvaraj, P. Senthil Kumar, S. Karishma, Gayathri Rangasamy
Summary: Considering the petroleum and fuel prices in India, there is a pressing need for alternative energy sources. Fossil fuels, the current sources of fuels, are depleting and emit harmful pollutants. Fish waste has been identified as a promising alternative for biogas and biodiesel production. This review explores the benefits and advantages of using fish waste for biofuel manufacturing.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Anamika Chauhan, Fakhar Islam, Ali Imran, Ali Ikram, Tahir Zahoor, Sadaf Khurshid, Mohd Asif Shah
Summary: Potato is one of the most popular crops globally and there is an increasing demand for potato-based agro-food items due to the food crisis. However, the potato industry generates a large amount of waste that is harmful to the environment. Biotechnological methods can be used to better control and utilize these wastes, converting them into valuable components such as microbial polysaccharides, proteins, and organic acids. This review study aims to highlight the potential of biotechnological techniques in managing potato waste and improving the economy.
FOOD SCIENCE & NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Yumin Duan, Sanjeet Mehariya, Aman Kumar, Ekta Singh, Jianfeng Yang, Sunil Kumar, Huike Li, Mukesh Kumar Awasthi
Summary: Huge quantities of apple orchard waste have potential as an alternative energy source. Conventional disposal methods are not cost-effective or environmentally friendly, highlighting the need for sustainable technologies. Refined bio-products can meet energy demands, but market implementation requires reliable technology and proper management.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Adel W. Almutairi, Zaki M. Al-Hasawi, Abd El-Fatah Abomohra
Summary: This study developed an innovative approach for biodiesel recovery from lipidic food waste and microalgae cultivation, achieving the highest lipid content with 50% hydrolysate and the highest lipid productivity with 30% hydrolysate. Compared to algal lipids, waste oil-derived FAMEs had higher proportions of saturated fatty acids, while microalgal lipids had the highest proportion of polyunsaturated fatty acids.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jiawei Wen, Xueli Wang, Fengshan Yu, Maolin Tian, Chunxia Wang, Guoyong Huang, Shengming Xu
Summary: With the rapid growth of the new energy industry, the scarcity of critical metals required for this industry has gained global attention. Traditional energy industry waste catalysts contain valuable critical metals that should be safely disposed or even utilized with added value. However, the recovery of these critical metals from such wastes has not been widely accepted. This review provides an overview of the characteristics and recycling necessity of waste catalysts, as well as the current progress on stepwise recycling techniques for three typical catalysts, and discusses the regeneration and value-added utilization examples.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Miguel G. Acedos, Juan Moreno-Cid, Fuensanta Verdu, Jose Antonio Gonzalez, Sara Tena, Juan Carlos Lopez
Summary: This study evaluates the potential of converting fatty acids from animal byproducts into bioplastics, specifically polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), and identifies optimal bacterial strains and pretreatment conditions for the highest production performance. The research provides important insights for cost-effective mcl-PHA production within a biorefinery concept based on slaughterhouse waste.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Saurabh Ardra, Mukesh Kumar Barua
Summary: This paper examines the challenges in monitoring UN SDG target 12.3 under the SDG 2030 17 significant goals. The challenges were quantified and ranked using various methods, and strategies to overcome them were discussed. The results indicate that data availability, education in sustainable consumption and production (SCP) patterns, financing of SDG targets, and data use are the main obstacles to monitoring and achieving target 12.3.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
S. Shanthamma, S. Priyanka, S. Priyanga, J. A. Moses, C. Anandharamakrishnan
Summary: This study successfully developed low glycemic index milk chocolates using natural sugar substitutes. The results showed that sugar substitutes like sorbitol and FOS can be used to prepare chocolates with desirable sensory properties and superior nutritional quality.
JOURNAL OF CULINARY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Srinivasan Krishnamoorthy, J. A. Moses, C. Anandharamakrishnan
Summary: This review provides an overview of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global food systems and consumer perspectives, examines the existing knowledge on the survivability of SARS-CoV-2 under different food processing, storage, and handling conditions, and presents common solutions for creating safe and sustainable food systems in a post-COVID-19 world.
JOURNAL OF CULINARY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ekta Rajput, Ashish Rawson, Srinivasan Krishnamoorthy, Jaganmohan Rangarajan
Summary: Byproducts generated during jackfruit processing, rich in fiber and protein, can be used in bakery products. The formulation of flatbread using different parts of jackfruit flour and wheat flour significantly affects dough springiness, flatbread color, flatbread overall acceptability, and shear force.
JOURNAL OF CULINARY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Vijayakumar Raja, Jeyan Arthur Moses, Chinnaswamy Anandharamakrishnan
Summary: This study investigates the impact of material supply composition on fermentation process and 3D printing outcomes by adding pearl millet flour in indigenous rice-black gram batter. The results show that the addition of millet flour accelerates fermentation and different infill levels significantly affect the shape change after fermentation. The study provides insights into printing fermented foods through food-to-food fortification and textural modification using 3D printing.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Pintu Choudhary, Sayantani Dutta, J. A. Moses, C. Anandharamakrishnan
Summary: Alpha-lipoic acid (LA), a potent antioxidant, is in high demand for nutraceuticals due to increased occurrence of oxidative stress-based diseases. However, its low solubility, stability, and bioavailability, along with its unpleasant taste, pose challenges to its effectiveness. Encapsulation techniques can improve these properties and help in the development of innovative therapeutic products based on LA. Various encapsulation techniques have been explored, and this review focuses on the biological activities of LA and the scope of encapsulation to enhance these properties.
QUALITY ASSURANCE AND SAFETY OF CROPS & FOODS
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Kandasamy Suppiramaniam Yoha, Jeyan Arthur Moses
Summary: With growing recognition of the importance of food-processing waste streams in resource recovery, waste utilization, circular economy, and sustainability, there has been a rise in research and commercial interest in their management and utilization. This review article focuses on the state of the art and potential applications of 3D printing technology for the valorization of agri-food processing waste streams. It covers the conversion of waste streams into edible novel foods or biodegradable materials for food packing and other applications, highlighting the need for further research and exploration in this field.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jenifer Periasamy, Srinivasan Krishnamoorthy, Baskaran Nagarethinam, Vignesh Sivanandham
Summary: This study examined antibiotic resistance (ABR) and extended-spectrum β-lactamases (ESBL) patterns in bacterial isolates from different food waste sources. The isolates showed resistance against multiple antibiotics, with cefotaxime and methicillin exhibiting high resistance. The presence of ESBL resistance genes and multidrug resistance genes was detected in the isolates. The study highlights the importance of monitoring and intervening in resistance in food waste.
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Muhammed Shijas Vallikkadan, Logesh Dhanapal, Sayantani Dutta, S. K. Sivakamasundari, J. A. Moses, C. Anandharamakrishnan
Summary: The global meat substitute industry is projected to reach $8.1 billion by 2026. The increasing health consciousness and environmental concerns among consumers have made meat alternatives more mainstream. This article discusses the necessity of meat substitutes, their evolution, and ongoing research, as well as the challenges and opportunities in formulating novel meat alternatives.
FOOD ENGINEERING REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
K. Sandhya, M. Maria Leena, J. A. Moses, C. Anandharamakrishnan
Summary: There is a growing demand for nutritious food from consumers, with functional foods gaining popularity. Edible oil powders, loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, are available in the market and offer various nutraceutical benefits. These powders are obtained by stabilizing oil into emulsions and then microencapsulating them using different wall materials. The challenge lies in achieving stable emulsions with the right wall-to-core ratio and binding the wall materials with the core to increase the shelf life of the powder. This article provides a comprehensive review of emulsion stabilization techniques and processing methods for edible oil powders.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Shubham Nimbkar, Aditi Negi, R. Thirukumaran, J. A. Moses, V. R. Sinija
Summary: This study aimed to develop a high-fat coconut cream by subjecting coconut milk to different processing techniques. The findings showed that ultrasound treatment resulted in the smallest particle size and highest absolute zeta potential, and the ultrasound cream received the highest sensory scores.
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Wellington Torgby-Tetteh, Srinivasan Krishnamoorthy, Elna M. Buys
Summary: This study in Soweto, South Africa found that infant food samples from both formal and informal households had a rich bacterial diversity and potential pathogens, indicating a disease risk for infants consuming these foods.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
L. Mahalakshmi, P. Choudhary, J. A. Moses, C. Anandharamakrishnan
Summary: This study explored the potential of nanoencapsulation of curcumin using the oil-in-water emulsion electro-spraying technique. Whey protein as the wall material and coconut oil as the carrier material were used to encapsulate curcumin. The study focused on the physicochemical and functional stability of the encapsulated curcumin, comparing the spray drying and electrospraying techniques and different core-to-wall ratios. The results showed that electrosprayed curcumin nanoparticles with a 1:500 core-to-wall ratio exhibited enhanced stability, higher encapsulation efficiency, and improved dissolution behavior, making them a promising strategy for the production of nanoencapsulated particles with enhanced curcumin stability.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS FOR HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Aditi Negi, Shubham Nimbkar, R. Thirukumaran, J. A. Moses, V. R. Sinija
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of different treatments on the yield and quality of coconut oil and found that ultrasound treatment resulted in the highest yield and best quality of coconut oil.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Anila Wilson, T. Anukiruthika, J. A. Moses, C. Anandharamakrishnan
Summary: The increasing health consciousness among consumers has led to a rise in demand for customized meat products. This study focuses on enriching chicken meat with dietary fiber, using a composite millet-based flour to enhance its printability. The optimized conditions for 3D printing were determined, producing a sample with a dietary fiber content that contributes to more than 10% of the recommended daily intake. This research provides insights for the development of novel customized meat products with enhanced nutritional composition.
JOURNAL OF CULINARY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
