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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Seonyoung Kim, Ji Yeon Lee, Yulah Jeong, Chang-Ho Kang
Summary: This study investigated the antioxidant activity of 15 food-derived bacterial strains, and found that eight strains displayed excellent inhibition effect on nitric oxide production. These selected strains also showed reduced expression of inducible nitric oxide synthase/cyclooxygenase-2 and exhibited stability and adhesion ability in the gastrointestinal tract. These strains have potential as new probiotics with antioxidant effects.
FERMENTATION-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Nimalan Jeyagowri, Chaminda Senaka Ranadheera, Mohd Yazid Manap, Ashoka Gamage, Othmane Merah, Terrence Madhujith
Summary: The study identified and characterized lactic acid bacteria (LAB) from fermented rice varieties. Five species of LAB were isolated with potential probiotic characteristics. The isolated LAB exhibited beneficial physiological and biochemical properties, indicating their potential applications in the food industry. Further studies are recommended to confirm their probiotic properties and health benefits.
FERMENTATION-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Junren Wen, Yong Sui, Shuyi Li, Jianbin Shi, Sha Cai, Tian Xiong, Fang Cai, Lei Zhou, Shengnan Zhao, Xin Mei
Summary: In this study, the biotransformation of lotus seedpod and litchi pericarp procyanidins by LABs was analyzed. The results showed that LABs could degrade procyanidins into small molecular compounds and enhance the antioxidant capacity of certain flavonoids.
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Food Science & Technology
Mensure Elvan, Ayse Handan Baysal, Sebnem Harsa
Summary: This study successfully demonstrated the probiotic properties of Lactiplantibacillus pentosus NRRL B-227 and impregnated the strain onto table olive surfaces using microencapsulation techniques. The strain showed high antioxidative ability, antibiotic resistance, and survivability after digestion tests. Microencapsulated L. pentosus maintained high cell viability and proved to be a suitable carrier for beneficial microorganisms on table olives.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Ki-Tae Kim, Jin-Woo Kim, Sun-Il Kim, Seonyoung Kim, Trung Hau Nguyen, Chang-Ho Kang
Summary: Oxidative stress caused by an imbalance in reactive oxygen species and antioxidants is implicated in various diseases. Lactic acid bacteria isolated from animals show antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, with five strains selected as potential effective probiotic candidates for host-specific effects, including adhesion to the intestines and stability.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Achirawit Ngamsomchat, Thida Kaewkod, Maytiya Konkit, Yingmanee Tragoolpua, Sakunnee Bovonsombut, Thararat Chitov
Summary: This study isolated and characterized probiotic bacteria from dairy and fermented foods, and used a selected strain to produce probiotic chevre cheese. The selected strain showed high tolerance to acid and bile salt, antibacterial activities against foodborne pathogens, and a high adhesion rate. The probiotic chevre cheese had a shelf life of 8 days and a sufficient level of probiotics.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Muiz O. O. Akinyemi, Omotade R. R. Ogunremi, Rasheed A. A. Adeleke, Chibundu N. N. Ezekiel
Summary: Probiotic potentials of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and yeasts isolated from goat milk in Nigeria were investigated, and six LAB strains and four yeast strains showed survival in adverse conditions and met the key in vitro criteria as probiotics. These strains also exhibited antimicrobial activities and displayed auto-aggregative properties.
PROBIOTICS AND ANTIMICROBIAL PROTEINS
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Despina Vougiouklaki, Theofania Tsironi, Andreas G. G. Tsantes, Efstathia Tsakali, Jan F. M. Van Impe, Dimitra Houhoula
Summary: This study investigated the survival ability of four different LAB species (L. gasseri, L. rhamnosus, L. brevis, and L. plantarum) in the human gut. The results showed high resistance to simulated gastric juice for all four strains, with minimal decline in cell concentrations. L. plantarum exhibited the highest level of survival in the human gut, while all strains showed antioxidant activity. This study provides comprehensive insights into the behavior of LAB and their potential use in the food industry.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Babak Haghshenas, Amir Kiani, Saeideh Mansoori, Ehsan Mohammadi-noori, Yousef Nami
Summary: The use of medicinal plants for disease treatment and prevention is gaining attention among researchers. This study focused on the probiotic properties and antibacterial and antifungal activity of silymarin-enriched Lactobacillus bacteria against pathogenic bacteria and Aspergillus flavus. Five strains of bacteria were identified as potential probiotics based on their viability and various characteristics. These strains demonstrated effective antibacterial and antifungal activity against multiple pathogens and A. flavus. Furthermore, the combination of silymarin and probiotics showed a significantly stronger antifungal effect compared to the control group or probiotics alone. The presence of silymarin extract in methanol, DMSO, and PEG enhanced the antagonistic activity of the probiotic strains.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Hongyu Wang, Liang Li
Summary: Taking lactic acid bacteria is an important strategy to alleviate or prevent diabetes, and Lactobacillus paracasei (L. paracasei) has shown excellent hypoglycemic ability, while Lactococcus lactis (L. lactis) has the highest probiotic property.
Article
Microbiology
Yingjun Zhou, Wenbing Gong, Chao Xu, Zuohua Zhu, Yuande Peng, Chunliang Xie
Summary: Lactobacillus plantarum GXL94 isolated from chili samples showed excellent antioxidant properties and exhibited probiotic characteristics in vitro assessment, suggesting its potential as a probiotic candidate with antioxidant properties.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Nacima Kouadri Boudjelthia, Meryem Belabbas, Nahla Bekenniche, Magali Monnoye, Philippe Gerard, Ali Riazi
Summary: This study aimed to screen new LAB from Algerian cow's milk and evaluate their probiotic properties. The LAB isolates were identified using molecular identification and MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry methods. In vitro tests showed high survival rate to gastrointestinal conditions and antimicrobial and antioxidant activities in the isolates. The results suggest that some strains from raw milk of local Algerian cows have promising probiotic properties for food preservation and storage by inhibiting microbial spoilage and oxidation.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zining Wang, Yunzi Feng, Nana Yang, Tian Jiang, Huaide Xu, Hongjie Lei
Summary: In this study, three commercial lactic acid bacteria were used to ferment kiwifruit juices, resulting in significant improvements in phenolic compounds, antioxidant capacities, and flavor profiles.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Jeongmin Cha, Yeon Bee Kim, Seong-Eun Park, Se Hee Lee, Seong Woon Roh, Hong-Seok Son, Tae Woong Whon
Summary: Kimchi is a traditional fermented vegetable side dish in Korea and has become a global health food. It undergoes spontaneous fermentation, mainly by lactic acid bacteria (LAB) originating from its raw ingredients. The LAB present in kimchi have numerous health benefits and probiotic potential, making kimchi a potential probiotic food.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Nontobeko Cele, Babalwa Nyide, Thandeka Khoza
Summary: Unhealthy dietary patterns are associated with increased mortality rates and the prevalence of nontransmissible chronic degenerative diseases. This study focused on probiotic potential of lactic acid bacteria isolated from fermented carrot and ginger brine, particularly the strain Leuconostoc mesenteroides subsp. mesenteroides. The isolated strains exhibited high tolerance to gastrointestinal conditions, strong antibacterial activity, and antioxidant activity, suggesting great potential as a beneficial strain for functional food.
FERMENTATION-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Sib Sankar Giri, Sang Guen Kim, Kang Jeong Woo, Won Joon Jung, Sung Bin Lee, Young Min Lee, Su Jin Jo, Ji Hyung Kim, Se Chang Park
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of dandelion polysaccharides (DP) on the growth performance, immune parameters, and disease resistance of Common carp. The results showed that dietary supplements of DP at 2.5 g kg(-1) can significantly improve the growth performance and strengthen the immunity of the fish.
FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Sang Wha Kim, Se Jin Han, Sib Sankar Giri, Sang Guen Kim, Jun Kwon, Sung Bin Lee, Se Chang Park
Summary: With the increasing demand for caviar products, sturgeon have become popular species in aquaculture. However, protecting them against fatal diseases is crucial due to their long maturation period. A recent case of a high fatality rate among Siberian Sturgeon fingerlings in a hatchery in South Korea highlights the need for further research to optimize treatment and prevention methods.
JOURNAL OF AQUATIC ANIMAL HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Jun Kwon, Myoung-Hwan Yang, Hyoung-Joon Ko, Sang-Guen Kim, Chul Park, Se-Chang Park
Summary: This study analyzed the antibiotic resistance pattern of Proteus mirabilis, an emerging pathogen, and found a high resistance-pattern ratio. Prudent and selective use of antibiotics is necessary to prevent antibiotic resistance.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Sang-Guen Kim, Sib Sankar Giri, Su-Jin Jo, Jeong-Woo Kang, Sung-Bin Lee, Won-Joon Jung, Young-Min Lee, Hee-Jin Kim, Ji-Hyung Kim, Se-Chang Park
Summary: A composite microsphere was developed to increase the lifespan of bacteriophages in vivo, showing potential prophylaxis against bacterial pathogens.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiawei Yu, Caiyan Zhang, Keke Chen, Yuan Liu, Ying Deng, Wenbin Liu, Dingdong Zhang, Guangzhen Jiang, Xiangfei Li, Sib Sankar Giri, Se Chang Park, Cheng Chi
Summary: This study used RNA sequencing technology to investigate the changes in the hepatopancreas transcriptome of Eriocheir sinensis after long-term exposure to T-2 toxin, revealing the effects of T-2 toxin on oxidative stress, apoptosis, autophagy, glucolipid metabolism, and protein synthesis. This provides a foundation for further research on the molecular toxicity mechanism of T-2 toxin in aquatic crustaceans.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Sib Sankar Giri, Sang Guen Kim, Kang Jeong Woo, Won Joon Jung, Sung Bin Lee, Young Min Lee, Su Jin Jo, Mae Hyun Hwang, JaeHong Park, Ji Hyung Kim, V Sukumaran, Se Chang Park
Summary: This study investigated the effects of Bougainvillea glabra leaf as a feed supplement on the growth, immune response, and disease resistance of carp. The results showed that a dietary supplementation with 40g/kg BG leaf significantly improved the growth performance, immune response, and disease resistance of carp.
FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Sang-Guen Kim, Sung-Bin Lee, Su-Jin Jo, Kevin Cho, Jung-Kum Park, Jun Kwon, Sib Sankar Giri, Sang-Wha Kim, Jeong-Woo Kang, Won-Joon Jung, Young-Min Lee, Eunjung Roh, Se-Chang Park
Summary: This study suggests the potential of using a combination of bacteriophages and antibiotics as an effective strategy to control the outbreak of blight disease. The combination showed improved host infectivity coverage and achieved synergistic effects in inhibiting bacterial growth. The phage cocktail demonstrated higher antibacterial activity compared to the antibiotic alone.
Article
Biology
Su Jin Jo, Sang Guen Kim, Young Min Lee, Sib Sankar Giri, Jeong Woo Kang, Sung Bin Lee, Won Joon Jung, Mae Hyun Hwang, Jaehong Park, Chi Cheng, Eunjung Roh, Se Chang Park
Summary: The use of phage cocktails as a replacement for antibiotics to control Erwinia blight caused by E. amylovora and E. pyrifoliae has been demonstrated in this study, highlighting the potential of phages as biocontrol agents.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Kihae Ra, Se Chang Park, Byeong Chun Lee
Summary: The trend of delayed pregnancy has led to an increase in age-related infertility due to the decline in female reproductive competence with aging. The decline in antioxidant defense capacity with aging causes oxidative damage and impairs the normal function of the ovaries and uterus. The use of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and their conditioned medium (CM) with antioxidative properties has shown promise in addressing infertility caused by reproductive aging and oxidative stress in assisted reproductive technology.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Sib Sankar Giri, Sang Guen Kim, Won Joon Jung, Sung Bin Lee, Young Min Lee, Su Jin Jo, Mae Hyun Hwang, Jae Hong Park, Ji Hyung Kim, Subrata Saha, Venkatachalam Sukumaran, Se Chang Park
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of jamun leaf extract (JLE) as a feed supplement on growth performance, haemato-immunological, oxidative stress-related parameters, and cytokine gene expression in Cyprinus carpio challenged with Aeromonas hydrophila. The results showed that adding 10 g/kg JLE to the feed significantly improved growth performance, enhanced immunity and disease resistance, and regulated the expression of inflammatory factors in the liver, head-kidney, and intestine. Therefore, JLE is a promising food additive for carp aquaculture.
FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Sib Sankar Giri, Sang Guen Kim, Subrata Saha, Hyoun Joong Kim, Jin Woo Jun, Cheng Chi, Sukumaran Venkatachalam, Se Chang Park
Summary: This study investigated the effects of dietary piperine on the growth performance, digestive enzymes, serum biochemical parameters, antioxidant and immune responses, and gene expression of Cyprinus carpio challenged with Aeromonas hydrophila. The results showed that an appropriate level of dietary piperine can improve immunity, cytokine gene expression, and disease resistance in C. carpio. The study also found that dietary piperine can enhance growth performance, digestive enzyme activities, and serum immune indices, and increase antioxidant enzyme activities in C. carpio.
FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Jun Kwon, Hyoung Joon Ko, Myoung Hwan Yang, Chul Park, Se Chang Park
Summary: Otitis externa is a common disease in dogs with various causes, where Enterococcus is a common infection agent. Studying the distribution and antibiotic resistance of Enterococcus in canine otitis externa can help establish treatment strategies and be used as an index for antibiotic resistance in the future.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Won Joon Jung, Sang Guen Kim, Sib Sankar Giri, Sang Wha Kim, Jeong Woo Kang, Jun Kwon, Woo Taek Oh, Sung Bin Lee, Young Min Lee, Su Jin Jo, Cheng Chi, Jin Woo Jun, Se Chang Park
Summary: This study re-evaluated the pathogenic characteristics of Chryseobacterium balustinum and found that it is a multidrug-resistant zoonotic pathogen responsible for mortality and economic losses in rainbow trout farming.