Article
Environmental Sciences
Lei Feng, Sishi Chen, Hangjian Chu, Chu Zhang, Zhiqi Hong, Yong He, Mengcen Wang, Yufei Liu
Summary: In this study, a Vis/NIR HIS system was used to analyze the spectral reflectance of DDGS with heavy metal contamination and predict metal concentrations. The SVR model showed the best performance for quantitative analysis. The study demonstrated the potential of Vis/NIR-HIS in feed safety and quality detection.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Zsuzsanna J. Sandor, Norbert Revesz, Katalin Kinga Lefler, Radmilo Colovic, Vojislav Banjac, Shivendra Kumar
Summary: Two experiments were conducted to evaluate the suitability of corn DDGS as a protein source for European catfish. The results showed that corn DDGS is a beneficial protein source for European catfish and 30% DDGS can be included in their diet without compromising growth performance and nutrient utilization.
AQUACULTURE REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Carmen Branca, Colomba Di Blasi
Summary: Dynamic thermogravimetric analysis is used to study the thermal devolatilization of dry distiller's grain with solubles, revealing a wider temperature range and slower rates compared to lignocellulosic biomass. The complex dynamics are attributed to a peculiar chemical composition of proteins, starch, and other minor components in addition to lignocellulose. The activation energies estimated invariant with the heating rate fall between values obtained under oxidative environments and those typically estimated for wood.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Denize Tyska, Adriano Olnei Mallmann, Cristina Tonial Simoes, Cristiane Rosa da Silva, Luciane Tourem Gressler, Carlos Augusto Mallmann
Summary: This study developed a method for predicting fumonisins in corn DDGS using near-infrared reflectance spectroscopy and chemometric methods. The method demonstrated satisfactory predictive ability through calibration and external validation.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Diogo Filipe, Mario Dias, Rui Magalhaes, Helena Fernandes, Jose Salgado, Isabel Belo, Aires Oliva-Teles, Helena Peres
Summary: Aquaculture requires new, economical, and eco-friendly protein sources to replace traditional fisheries and plant ingredients. Using agriculture by-products as protein sources would reduce land-based feed production pressure and waste production, promoting a circular economy and sustainable aquaculture.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Sherine Ragab, Seyed Hossein Hoseinifar, Hien Van Doan, Ehab El-Haroun
Summary: The aquafeed industry is facing challenges in reducing feed costs by replacing fish meal and soybean meal with lower-cost alternatives. One such alternative is dried distiller's grains with solubles (DDGS), a co-product of grain-based ethanol production. DDGS has high protein, fat, phosphorus, and yield, making it a promising replacement for fish meal or soybean meal.
ANNALS OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Rania Marie E. Buenavista, Kaliramesh Siliveru, Yi Zheng
Summary: The utilization of DDGS as an animal feed additive, fertilizer, and source of corn oil benefits the agricultural industry and improves environmental sustainability. However, exploring its technological and economical aspects is necessary for achieving more sustainable production and utilization. Other potential applications could enhance the value of DDGS as a renewable resource.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Danlan Cui, Xin Zheng, Jianfeng Zou, Shirui Yu, Xiao Kong, Junmeng Cai, Xingguang Zhang
Summary: The study focused on the characterization, kinetics, and thermodynamics of dried distiller's grains (DDGs) and DDGs-biochar. It was found that DDGs had high volatile matter and heating value. The activation energy varied with the conversion rate for DDGs, while for DDGs-biochar, the carbonization process made it easier to burn with lower activation energy.
COMBUSTION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Liying Tian, Ruotong Li, Yilan Sun, Jianfeng Zou, Shengyong Liu, Peng Ma, Hongge Tao, Chunyao Qing, Chong Li, Dominic Yellezuome, Junmeng Cai
Summary: The derivative Weibull mixture model is effective in describing the kinetic conversion rate data of biomass pyrolysis processes and helps to provide data for further kinetic analysis, smoothing experimental noise and predicting effective activation energies.
Article
Fisheries
Romi Novriadi, Erwin Suwendi, Ronnie Tan
Summary: Replacing soybean meal (SBM) with corn distiller's dried grain with solubles (DDGS) up to 15% in shrimp feed does not affect the growth performance, feed conversion, nutrient utilization, and body composition of Pacific white leg shrimp L. vannamei.
AQUACULTURE REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Chinmay Kurambhatti, Jae Won Lee, Yong-Su Jin, Ankita Juneja, Deepak Kumar, Kent D. Rausch, M. E. Tumbleson, Sadia Bekal, Vijay Singh
Summary: The study found that modifying the dry grind ethanol process can successfully produce 2'-FL enriched DDGS, which benefits piglet gut health. However, the modified process comes with higher costs, and a higher selling price for 2'-FL enriched DDGS is needed to achieve a higher internal rate of return compared to the conventional process.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Gyan Watson Ray, Xuehe Li, Shuqing He, Huaxing Lin, Qihui Yang, Beiping Tan, Xiaohui Dong, Shuyan Chi, Hongyu Liu, Shuang Zhang
Summary: This review focuses on the utilization of distiller's dried grains with soluble (DDGS) as a low-cost alternative protein source to replace fishmeal in aquafeed, discussing its benefits in improving growth performance, enhancing immune health system, and increasing disease resistance in aquatic animals.
ANNALS OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Romi Novriadi, Vivi Endar Herawati, Slamet Budi Prayitno, Seto Windarto, Ronnie Tan
Summary: This study evaluates the use of distiller's dried grains with solubles (DDGS) to replace soybean meal (SBM) in shrimp diets. The results show that incorporating 5% and 10% DDGS improves shrimp biomass and weight, and reduces feed conversion ratio. There are no significant changes in hemocyte count, lysozyme activity, color, aroma, or flavor of the shrimp. However, the texture of shrimp is significantly improved with the use of 10% and 15% DDGS.
JOURNAL OF THE WORLD AQUACULTURE SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Md Sanaul Huda, Nurun Nahar, Ewumbua Monono, Sagar Regmi
Summary: This study utilized fractionation and enzymatic hydrolysis to improve oil recovery from dried distillers grain with solubles (DDGS), achieving a significant increase in oil content without the need for changes in current ethanol plant design. The combination of cellulase and protease enzymes showed the highest oil recovery rate, indicating promise for increasing profits in ethanol plants operating on slim margins.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Kelly M. M. Dias, Carlos H. Oliveira, Arele A. Calderano, Romario D. Bernardes, Artur M. Ribeiro, Ideraldo L. Lima, Brian P. Mike, Horacio S. Rostagno, Luiz F. T. Albino
Summary: Metabolism and digestibility trials were conducted on broiler chickens to determine the nitrogen-corrected apparent metabolizable energy and standardized ileal amino acid digestibility of high-protein dried distillers' grains and corn bran with solubles. The results showed that the AMEn values for high-protein dried distillers' grains and corn bran with solubles were 3,334 kcal/kg and 2,083 kcal/kg, respectively. The SIAAD values and digestible concentrations varied for different amino acids in both feed ingredients.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Hong Yao, Bernadine M. Flanagan, Barbara A. Williams, Deirdre Mikkelsen, Michael J. Gidley
Summary: The concentration of dietary fibre plays a critical role in the composition and metabolism of gut microbiota. This study investigated the effects of different concentrations of fructo-oligosaccharides and pectin on microbial diversity, loads, and metabolite profiles. The results showed that high concentrations of dietary fibre increased the abundance of Methanobrevibacter genus and the production of butyrate. Understanding the underlying mechanisms allows for personalized modulation of gut microbiota by adjusting dietary fibre concentrations.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zijian Liang, Pangzhen Zhang, Yun Xiong, Stuart K. Johnson, Zhongxiang Fang
Summary: This study characterized the phenolic and carotenoid profiles of the Australian native bulb plant, Haemodorum spicatum, using HPLC-DAD-ESI-QTOF-MS/MS and HPLC-DAD. The results identified 40 phenolic compounds and 2 carotenoids, with 35 compounds being reported for the first time in H. spicatum.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Hong Yao, Bernadine M. Flanagan, Barbara A. Williams, Deirdre Mikkelsen, Michael J. Gidley
Summary: This study investigated the relationships between particle size, composition, and fermentability of dietary fiber (DF) from various food sources. The results showed that different substrates had diverse fermentation outcomes regardless of particle size. Particle size differences did not consistently affect fermentation outcomes for different types of food. The nature of the particles and their major chemical components together determined the influences of particle size on fermentation.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Main Ern Ang, James M. Cowley, Kuok Yap, Michael G. Hahn, Deirdre Mikkelsen, Matthew R. Tucker, Barbara A. Williams, Rachel A. Burton
Summary: Upon wetting, chia nutlets produce a gel-like capsule of mucilage, which is a significant part of their dietary fibre content. The composition and structure of chia nutlet mucilage are complex and contain several types of polymers. The fermentation of chia nutlet mucilage is poor, with only oligosaccharides being fermentable substrates. Grinding chia nutlets improves the fermentation and bioaccessibility of key nutrients, including dietary fibre.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Duc Toan Do, Jaspreet Singh, Stuart Johnson, Harjinder Singh
Summary: The microstructure of legumes, particularly the protein matrix and cell wall of cotyledon cells, plays a crucial role in regulating starch digestion and glycemic responses. This study found that the protein matrix, in addition to the primary cell wall, acts as a secondary barrier to inhibit the accessibility of alpha-amylase to starch. Understanding the relationship between legume structure and starch digestion could inform the development of low glycemic index foods.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Su Vin Lee, Tammy Aplin, Aida Sefidani Forough, Kathryn J. J. Steadman
Summary: This study compares the usability of various tablet-crushing devices in individuals with and without limited hand functions. Hand-held twist-action crushers with an ergonomic grip received the highest usability scores among both groups. Preferences regarding electronic crushers significantly changed once the cost was revealed.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Shakti Shrestha, Arjun Poudel, Kathryn J. Steadman, Lisa M. Nissen
Summary: Developed and validated a Deprescribing Tool for Older People with Limited-life Expectancy (De-TOPPLE) through expert consensus and feedback. The tool addresses risk and benefit evaluation, distinguishing medication types, following deprescribing process, and stepwise approach. Version 1 of De-TOPPLE was developed after two rounds of the Delphi process.
BASIC & CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY & TOXICOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Si-Qian Chen, Patricia Lopez-Sanchez, Deirdre Mikkelsen, Marta Martinez-Sanz, Zhaofeng Li, Shuyan Zhang, Elliot P. Gilbert, Lin Li, Michael J. Gidley
Summary: The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of hemicellulose-cellulose interactions on the anisotropic structure of the bacterial cellulose (BC) ribbon network. BC-arabinoxylan (BC-AX) and BC-mixed linkage glucan (BC-MLG) composites were prepared and their mechanical/rheological behavior was evaluated. The results showed that hemicelluloses had limited influence on the crystallinity of BC, but significantly affected the anisotropic behavior of BC hydrogels in compression and stress-relaxation tests.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ahsan Saleem, Kathryn J. Steadman, Adam La Caze
Summary: This study investigated the health literacy of Pakistani migrants residing in Australia. The findings showed that while Pakistani respondents scored high in certain domains of health literacy, they scored low in others. Factors such as education, age, language proficiency, and residency status were associated with variations in health literacy among this community.
HEALTH PROMOTION JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Hong Yao, Barbara A. Williams, Deirdre Mikkelsen, Bernadine M. Flanagan, Michael J. Gidley
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different particle sizes on microbial composition and functionality in plant-based foods through in vitro fermentation. The results showed that particle size, water-holding capacity, and pectin content were closely associated with microbial composition and fermentation outcomes. Particle size had little impact on microbial composition and functionality in wheat grain and apple samples, but it was related to alterations in the microbial composition and functional profiles of carrot samples.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Hong Yao, Bernadine M. Flanagan, Barbara A. Williams, Munirah Ismail, Astrada Dyna Ersya, Michael J. Gidley, Deirdre Mikkelsen
Summary: This study investigated the fermentability of wheat arabinoxylan before and after hydrolysis by selective enzymes, and found that lower arabinose-to-xylose ratios and lower di-substitution levels contributed to slower substrate disappearance but higher microbial diversity. The structure of arabinoxylan also affected microbial beta diversity, with different genera associated with enzymatically-modified samples. Gas kinetics and end-product analyses showed that gas production rates depended on the ratio and substitution patterns, and faster fermentation rates resulted in different proportions of propionate, acetate, and butyrate. Overall, this study reveals the potential link between microbial arabinoxylan degraders and fermentation outcomes specific to the fine structures of arabinoxylan.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Rachel Schwartz-Narbonne, Philippe Schaeffer, Sabine K. Lengger, Jerome Blewett, D. Martin Jones, Estelle Motsch, Andrew Crombie, Mike S. -M. Jetten, Deirdre Mikkelsen, Philippe Normand, Guylaine H. L. Nuijten, Richard D. Pancost, Darci Rush
Summary: Lipid biomarkers, such as BHT isomers, can be used to trace bacterially mediated nitrogen and carbon cycle processes affecting greenhouse gas emissions. The source of BHT-34R in freshwater environments can be determined by its 813C value, and the presence of BHT-34R with low 813C values can be used as a novel tool to trace anammox in freshwater environments.
ORGANIC GEOCHEMISTRY
(2023)