Article
Food Science & Technology
Xuefang Zhao, Qi Liang
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum MC5 on the quality, antioxidant activity, and storage stability of yogurt. The results showed that adding MC5 can improve the rheological properties, texture, and antioxidant activity of yogurt. The study also found that MC5 can promote the growth of Streptococcus thermophilus. Therefore, L. plantarum MC5 has potential for industrial application in milk fermentation.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Junyong Wang, Jing Zhang, Henan Guo, Qiang Cheng, Zaheer Abbas, Yucui Tong, Tiantian Yang, Yichen Zhou, Haosen Zhang, Xubiao Wei, Dayong Si, Rijun Zhang
Summary: The yield of exopolysaccharide (EPS) from Lactobacillus plantarum R301 was optimized using a single-factor experiment and response surface methodology (RSM), resulting in a 0.85-fold increase. The significant factors affecting EPS production were determined to be MgSO4 concentration, initial pH, and inoculation size. The EPS demonstrated strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, making it a potential multifunctional food additive in the food industry.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaowan Feng, Hui Zhang, Phoency F. H. Lai, Zhiqiang Xiong, Lianzhong Ai
Summary: A pyruvated exopolysaccharide named LPE-1 was isolated and characterized from the fermentation broth of Lactobacillus plantarum AR307. LPE-1 was found to contain Galp and Glcp at a molar ratio of 2:1, with a molecular weight of 605 kDa. The presence of pyruvate group in LPE-1 plays a significant role in improving the viscosity and plasticity of dairy products.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Muhammad Saleem, Samiullah Malik, Hafiza Mahreen Mehwish, Muhammad Waqas Ali, Nazim Hussain, Mohsin Khurshid, Muhammad Shahid Riaz Rajoka, Yougen Chen
Summary: The study demonstrated that EPS produced by Lactobacillus Plantarum S123 has promising biological features, including antibacterial, antioxidant, water holding, oil holding, flocculation, and emulsifying activities. These findings suggest its potential use in functional food products.
ARCHIVES OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jingfei Hu, Xueqing Tian, Tong Wei, Hangjie Wu, Jing Lu, Mingsheng Lyu, Shujun Wang
Summary: The exopolysaccharide (EPS) extracted from Lactobacillus plajomi PW-7 showed antibacterial activity and antioxidant capacity against Helicobacter pylori. It has a potential application in developing EPS-based foods. The structural characteristics and biological activity of EPS play a key role in its potential applications.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Fan -Bing Meng, Yu -Ting Lei, Qing-Zhou Li, Yun-Cheng Li, Yun Deng, Da -Yu Liu
Summary: This study found that fermentation by two lactic acid bacteria strains, L. plantarum and L. acidophilus, significantly improved the antioxidant activity of loquat juice. Metabolomics analysis revealed different metabolites profiles between the two strains, with lipids, organic acids, amino acids, and phenolic compounds playing important roles in the flavor reconstruction and functional improvement of loquat juices.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Min Zhang, Tiantian Lai, Mengke Yao, Man Zhang, Zhennai Yang
Summary: The study found interactions between EPS produced by LAB and casein, resulting in improved physical properties and bioactivities of their complex. These interaction mechanisms are important for enhancing the functionality of fermented dairy products.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Masafumi Noda, Narandalai Danshiitsoodol, Takemasa Sakaguchi, Keishi Kanno, Masanori Sugiyama
Summary: Lactobacillus plantarum SN35N secretes negatively charged acidic exopolysaccharide (EPS) which inhibits the catalytic activity of hyaluronidase and shows inhibitory effect against influenza virus and feline calicivirus, making it a promising lead for developing anti-inflammatory and antiviral substances.
BIOLOGICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jiayuan Zhao, Lihan Wang, Shasha Cheng, Yu Zhang, Mo Yang, Ruxue Fang, Hongxuan Li, Chaoxin Man, Yujun Jiang
Summary: The study found that exopolysaccharides (EPS) from Lactobacillus plantarum JY039 can improve the adhesion ability of Lactobacillus paracasei JY062 to cells and have the potential to prevent and alleviate type 2 diabetes (T2D). The EPS and L. paracasei JY062 can also alter the structure of the intestinal microbiota, enhance intestinal barrier function, promote gut hormone secretion, and reduce inflammation.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Bingyi Wang, Ning Zhao, Jun Li, Ruoyun Xu, Tieru Wang, Li Guo, Man Ma, Mingtao Fan, Xinyuan Wei
Summary: The study found that the addition of selenium using enriched Lactobacillus plantarum can significantly enhance antioxidant activity and flavor properties of fermented Pleurotus eryngii. This method had a positive effect on total phenolic content and DPPH radical scavenging activity. Additionally, the enriched Lactobacillus plantarum also led to an increased lactic acid to acetic acid ratio and enhanced umami intensity in the fermented product.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Shu-Min Hu, Jia-Min Zhou, Qing-Qing Zhou, Ping Li, Yuan-Yuan Xie, Tao Zhou, Qing Gu
Summary: Exopolysaccharides (EPS) produced by Lactobacillus rhamnosus ZFM231 isolated from milk were purified and separated into four fractions, showing antioxidant and hypolipidemic activities, with potential applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Qingfeng Ge, Bo Yang, Rui Liu, Donglei Jiang, Hai Yu, Mangang Wu, Wangang Zhang
Summary: The study demonstrated that the antioxidant strain Lactobacillus plantarum NJAU-01 can alleviate oxidative stress in mice by increasing the activities of enzymes involved in oxidation resistance and decreasing levels of lipid oxidation.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Renato Kovacs, Lorand Erdelyi, Ferenc Fenyvesi, Noemi Balla, Fruzsina Kovacs, Gyoergy Vamosi, Agnes Klusoczki, Alexandra Gyoengyoesi, Ildiko Bacskay, Miklos Vecsernyes, Judit Varadi
Summary: The antimicrobial effect of chitosan and its derivatives has been confirmed on various bacteria and fungi. The tests conducted on pathogenic microorganisms revealed the inhibitory effect mechanism and concentration dependence of chitosan. By adding commercially available chitosan derivatives to a probiotic strain, it was determined that chitosan has a viabilty decreasing effect at concentrations above the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC). The study also identified increased cell membrane permeability and irreversible interaction between low molecular weight chitosan and bacterial cells.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Hanxue Xu, Jinwei Sun, Zifu Zhao, Xinkai Ma, Chun Li, Libo Liu, Guofang Zhang
Summary: This study found that fermentation by Lactobacillus plantarum ZLC-18 significantly improved the anti-tyrosinase and antioxidant activities of soybean hulls. UPLC-MS analysis showed that phenolic compounds were increased after fermentation and some of them had anti-tyrosinase and antioxidant activities. Therefore, fermentation is an effective strategy to enhance the bioactive function of soybean hulls.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Kippeum Lee, Hyeon Ji Kim, Soo A. Kim, Soo-Dong Park, Jae-Jung Shim, Jung-Lyoul Lee
Summary: This study explored the role of exopolysaccharides (EPS) produced by Lactobacillus plantarum HY7714 in regulating tight junctions in intestinal epithelial cells and increasing moisture retention in human dermal fibroblasts cells. The results demonstrated that HY7714 EPS effectively controlled intestinal tight junctions and improved UVB-induced cytotoxicity and hydration capacity in skin cells, showing its potential as an anti-aging molecule in skin and a therapeutic agent against skin diseases.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xin Wang, Lihui Zhang, Jingli Wu, Weiqi Xu, Xiaoqin Wang, Xin Lu
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Xin Wang, Lina Gao, Lian Liu, Tao Wang, Huijun Yin, Xin Lu
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xin Wang, Xin Lu
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2014)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xin Wang, Quanru Chen, Xin Lu
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2014)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiaxin Chen, Xin Wang, Biying Zhang, Yifan Yang, Yangbo Song, Fan Zhang, Bianfang Liu, Yuan Zhou, Yanglei Yi, Yuanyuan Shan, Xin Lu
Summary: The study investigated the optimization of subcritical water pretreatment and high solid hydrolysis for improving the conversion efficiency of bioethanol from wheat straw. Accumulation of lignin in solid residue after enzymatic hydrolysis was found to not affect the efficiency of bioethanol conversion, indicating a promising strategy for utilizing all components of lignocellulosic biomass.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Tao Wang, Leshan Zhang, Panpan Wang, Yilin Liu, Gangtu Wang, Yuanyuan Shan, Yanglei Yi, Yuan Zhou, Bianfang Liu, Xin Wang, Xin Lu
Summary: The study showed that Lactobacillus coryniformis MXJ32 effectively reduced tumor growth in the colitis-associated colorectal cancer mouse model by improving intestinal barrier function, alleviating inflammation, and balancing gut microbiota composition.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Fan Zhang, Leshan Zhang, Jiaxin Chen, Xinyu Du, Zimeng Lu, Xiaoyan Wang, Yanglei Yi, Yuanyuan Shan, Bianfang Liu, Yuan Zhou, Xin Wang, Xin Lu
Summary: The influences of different subcritical water conditions on the extraction of apple pomace pectic polysaccharides were investigated in this study. It was found that low temperature region resulted in high quality extraction of APP, while high temperature region led to degradation of APP but enhanced its antioxidant activities.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Fan Zhang, Xin Wang, Tao Wang, Xin Lu
Summary: The review discusses the utilization of apple pomace (AP) as a valuable resource with high nutritional content. It explores strategies for recycling AP, the current modes of utilization, and the development trends of various AP utilization methods. The application of AP can be categorized into conventional methods and acquiring high-value products, with a focus on reducing economic costs and environmental pollution.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xin Li, Yu Zhang, Yanglei Yi, Yuanyuan Shan, Bianfang Liu, Yuan Zhou, Xin Wang, Xin Lu
Summary: The study found that adding Moringa oleifera Lam. leaves to Fuzhuan Brick Tea can increase the content of alkaloids, amino acids, lipids, and enrich microbial communities. This has potential implications for innovation in product development and advancing the tea industry.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jiaxin Chen, Biying Zhang, Lingli Luo, Fan Zhang, Yanglei Yi, Yuanyuan Shan, Bianfang Liu, Yuan Zhou, Xin Wang, Xin Lu
Summary: The core of recycling technique is to recycle wastes and high-cost additives to reduce the conversion cost of lignocellulosic bioethanol and increase economic and environmental efficiency.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Zhu Qiao, Leshan Zhang, Xin Wang, Bianfang Liu, Yuanyuan Shan, Yanglei Yi, Yuan Zhou, Xin Lu
Summary: The study showed that bacteriocin BMP32r has inhibitory effects on Listeria monocytogenes biofilm formation at low concentrations and can disrupt mature biofilms at higher concentrations, effectively killing persisters bacteria.
PROBIOTICS AND ANTIMICROBIAL PROTEINS
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Tao Wang, Panpan Wang, Wupeng Ge, Chao Shi, Gongnian Xiao, Xin Wang, Xin Lu
Summary: This study found that a multi-strain probiotics mixture could significantly inhibit tumorigenesis and inflammatory response, improve intestinal barrier function, and alleviate oxidative stress in azoxymethane/dextran sulfate sodium-induced CRC mice by mediating gut microbiota.
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Xin Li, Yu Zhang, Shuxuan Wang, Caihong Shi, Shuang Wang, Xin Wang, Xin Lu
Summary: This review focuses on the antiobesity effects of natural product extracts, including extraction methods, bioactive ingredients, and mechanisms. Natural product extracts exert antiobesity effects through multiple mechanisms, but further evaluation is needed. Improving the bioavailability and determining effective and safe human doses of these bioactive ingredients should be a priority for future research.
PHYTOTHERAPY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tao Wang, Panpan Wang, Wupeng Ge, Chao Shi, Gongnian Xiao, Xin Wang, Xin Lu
Summary: C. crustorum MN047 attenuates tumorigenesis and inflammation by suppressing the TLR4/NF-κB pathway, increases beneficial bacteria and decreases harmful bacteria, improves intestinal barrier integrity, and partially ameliorates the formation of colitis-associated colorectal cancer.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wei-Han Hui, Yen-Lin Chen, Shu-Wei Chang
Summary: Crosslinking affects the mechanical behavior and tissue metabolism of collagen-based tissues. Aging and diabetes alter the crosslinking type and density, thus changing tissue properties. High-connectivity enzymatic crosslinking and advanced-glycation end-products result in uniform deformation under daily activity, while low-connectivity enzymatic crosslinking does not. High-connectivity model displays more sliding, while AGEs induce instability in structures near the binding sites.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yao-Bin Ma, Xiao-Qiu Zhou, Wei-Dan Jiang, Pei Wu, Yang Liu, Shu-Wei Li, Ling Tang, Lu Zhang, Hai-Feng Mi, Lin Feng
Summary: Tea polyphenols (TPs) are an inexpensive feed additive that can protect the gill function of fish against Flavobacterium columnare (F. columnare) through various mechanisms, including suppression of oxidative stress, apoptosis, and inflammation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yan-Jia Guo, Jing-Ru Pang, Yu Zhang, Zhong-Rui Li, Xiao-Lin Zi, Hong-Min Liu, Ning Wang, Li-Juan Zhao, Ya Gao, Bo Wang, Piet Herdewijn, Cheng-Yun Jin, Ying Liu, Yi-Chao Zheng
Summary: This study identifies the conjugation of NEDD8 to LSD1 and its impact on GC cells, revealing the significance of LSD1 neddylation in GC.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Geum-Jae Jeong, Fazlurrahman Khan, Nazia Tabassum, Young-Mog Kim
Summary: Vibrio species are motile gram-negative bacteria commonly found in aquatic environments. They can adapt to environmental fluctuations and develop protective mechanisms against host immune systems. Different types of sigma and anti-sigma factors play important roles in regulating gene expression and virulence in Vibrio species.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zahra Mohammadbagheri, Behrooz Movahedi, Shaghayegh Saeedi, Abbas Rahmati
Summary: In this study, a reusable biobased composite hydrogel was successfully synthesized and used for the removal of Tl(I) from aqueous solutions. The hydrogel exhibited high adsorption capacity and thermal stability, and the adsorption process was found to be thermodynamically spontaneous. The results demonstrated that the hydrogel can be reused multiple times without significant loss of its adsorption capacity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Iqra Batool, Muhammad Imran, Ayesha Anwar, Farhan Ahmed Khan, Afrah E. Mohammed, Ashwag Shami, Hafiz Iqbal
Summary: Enzyme immobilization on ZnO/SnO2 and ZnO/SnO2/SA nanocomposites was studied, and the catalytic and biochemical characteristics of the immobilized enzyme were investigated. The results showed that ZnO/SnO2 and ZnO/SnO2/SA nanostructures are suitable carriers for enzyme immobilization.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Elias Mosaffa, Dhruvi Patel, Nasim Amiri Ramsheh, Rishikumar Indravadan Patel, Atanu Banerjee, Hossein Ghafuri
Summary: In this study, a unique 3D bead structure of adsorbent, composed of bacterial cellulose microfilaments reinforced chitosan adorned with melamine 2D plates, was synthesized for anionic dye removal. The adsorbent showed high specific surface area and abundant functional groups, resulting in exceptional adsorption capacity. The characteristics and optimal conditions of the adsorbent were assessed and analyzed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Carolina Gismene, Jorge Enrique Hernandez Gonzalez, Marilia de Freitas Calmon, Andrey Fabricio Ziem Nascimento, Angela Rocio Nino Santisteban, Felipe Antunes Calil, Alana Della Torre da Silva, Paula Rahal, Rejane Maira Goes, Raghuvir Krishnaswamy Arni, Ricardo Barros Mariutti
Summary: Mammaliicoccus sciuri, a bacterium of clinical and veterinary relevance, expresses the virulence factor Exfoliative Toxin C (ExhC), which binds specifically to desmoglein-1 (Dsg1) and plays a role in tissue integrity. This study investigates the necrotic activity of ExhC and identifies a variant lacking necrotic potential but retaining enzymatic activity through mutagenesis experiments and crystal structure determination.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bibhas K. Bhunia, Ashutosh Bandyopadhyay, Souradeep Dey, Biman B. Mandal
Summary: Intervertebral disc degeneration is a major cause of chronic low back pain and disability. Researchers have developed a bioactive silk-based hybrid hydrogel system functionalized with decellularized human Wharton's jelly extracellular matrix as bioactive cues. The hydrogels mimic the rheological and mechanical properties of the native nucleus pulposus tissue and support cell viability, proliferation, and tissue maturation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Qun Zhang, Yonggan Yan, Zhao Li, Jing Du, Kai Zhang, Liguo Zhang, Ting Wang, Alberto Bianco, Shaohua Ge, Baojin Ma
Summary: A new crosslinking strategy has been devised to construct injectable sodium alginate hydrogels, which can be regulated for injectability and have great potential in biomedical applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Seong Eun Hong, Ji-Soo Lee, Hyeon Gyu Lee
Summary: The potential of multi-layer nanoemulsions for improving the cellular uptake, antioxidant activity, and in vitro bioaccessibility of alpha-tocopherol was examined. The results showed that the multi-layer nanoemulsions significantly enhanced the cellular uptake and antioxidant activity of alpha-tocopherol compared to free coumarin 6. Furthermore, the use of chitosan and dextran sulfate as wall materials in the multi-layer nanoemulsions led to even higher cellular uptake, in vitro bioaccessibility, and antioxidant activity of alpha-tocopherol.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jingjing Yu, Yanhui Zhang, Ruoning Zhang, Yanxiang Gao, Like Mao
Summary: High internal phase emulsions (HIPEs) based on beeswax (BW) oleogels and octenyl succinic acid starch (OSA starch) were prepared by a simple one-step method. The results showed that oleogelation improved the stability and encapsulation capability of the HIPEs, which is significant for the development of novel healthy food.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bi-Feng Yao, Xiu-Ju Luo, Jun Peng
Summary: The balanced and continuous fission and fusion of mitochondria, regulated by OPA1, are important for maintaining mitochondrial dynamics in cardiovascular disorders. Understanding the role of OPA1 in mitochondrial fusion can provide insights into the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Gokul Paramasivam, Anandhavelu Sanmugam, Vishnu Vardhan Palem, Murugan Sevanan, Ananda Babu Sairam, Nachiappan Nachiappan, Buhyun Youn, Jung Sub Lee, Muthuchamy Nallal, Kang Hyun Park
Summary: Nanomaterials are being used to deliver therapeutic agents in living systems. Different nanotechnological applications such as immunosensors, immune assays, and drug delivery are being implemented using nanotechnology. Genomics plays a crucial role in selecting appropriate drugs for personalized cancer therapy. It helps in analyzing gene and protein expression, disease classification, and designing disease models. Delivering drugs to specific areas using nanoparticles is a challenging issue.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jing Li, Wei Wang, Han Wu, Feng Peng, Hui Gao, Ying Guan
Summary: In this study, CMH-based CPF films were prepared and their thermal and barrier properties were successfully regulated. The tensile strength and water vapor barrier property of CPF films were significantly improved, making them promising for food packaging applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)