Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lucia Lenti, Ancuta Nartea, Oghenetega Lois Orhotohwo, Deborah Pacetti, Dennis Fiorini
Summary: A new analytical method was developed to determine the concentrations of six fatty acids, including acetic, propionic, isobutyric, isovaleric, hexanoic, and octanoic acids, through liquid-liquid extraction and GC-FID analysis. The method is rapid, requires small amounts of sample and solvent, and can effectively differentiate between red and white wines.
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Food Science & Technology
Enrique Pavan, Yangfan Ye, Graham T. Eyres, Luis Guerrero, Mariza G. Reis, Patrick Silcock, Patricia L. Johnson, Carolina E. Realini
Summary: Consumer liking of different types of lamb meat varies based on tenderness, juiciness, flavor liking, and overall liking. The study identified two consumer clusters with distinct preferences, where one group favored lamb with lower total lipid content, specific fatty acids, and volatile compounds, while the other group showed less influence from fatty acids and volatiles except for certain specific acids. This suggests that fatty acid profile and volatile compounds play a significant role in driving consumer liking for lamb for some consumers more than others.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Qiaoyu Liu, Menglin Lei, Wenhong Zhao, Xiangluan Li, Xiaofang Zeng, Weidong Bai
Summary: In this study, lipoxygenase (LOX) from dry-cured mackerel was purified and its enzymatic properties were assessed. The main metabolic pathways of key flavors in dry-cured mackerel were explored through simulations of autoxidation and LOX-induced oxidation. The results showed that LOX activity was highest with arachidonic acid as substrate, and aldehydes produced from LOX-treated C18:1n9c and C18:2n6c oxidation were the most abundant. The overall flavor of dry-cured mackerel was found to be influenced greatly by C18:1n9c, C18:2n6c, EPA, and DHA. This study provides a theoretical basis for the control and standardization of the taste and flavor of dry-cured mackerel.
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Environmental Sciences
Yu-Hsun Lee, Chieh-Heng Wang, Pei-Hsuan Hsu, Hsin-Cheng Hsieh, Jia-Lin Wang
Summary: This study modified a passive sampling technique to enhance its field applicability and broaden the range of toxic VOCs that can be determined. The results showed that the modified sampling method had good agreement with previous findings and could determine a wide range of toxic VOCs under varied climate conditions. Passive sampling demonstrated its ability to smooth out concentration variability and is ideal for monitoring time-averaged concentrations of toxic VOCs.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Yan-lun Ju, Bo-chen Liu, Xue-lei Xu, Jin-ren Wu, Wei Sun, Yu-lin Fang
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of exogenous strigolactone (SL) and methyl jasmonate (MeJA) on grape quality. The results showed that both treatments promoted grape ripening and coloration, increased the levels of anthocyanins, total soluble sugar and organic acids. Additionally, the treatments also enhanced the accumulation of volatile compounds.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Montserrat Vioque-Amor, Rafael Gomez-Diaz, Mercedes Del Rio-Celestino, Carmen Aviles-Ramirez
Summary: This study assessed the quality of different types of butter available on the market and identified differences in nutritional value and technological parameters. These findings can be useful for the industry to understand butter quality and promote the product.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Jiao Xie, Qi Cao, Wen-jun Wang, Hong-yan Zhang, Bing Deng
Summary: Jincheng orange is widely consumed for its characteristic aroma, which is contributed by diverse volatile compounds. The study investigated the changes in volatile constituents and fatty acids as precursors in Jincheng orange peel oil during different growth stages. The results showed that the growth stages significantly influenced the volatile constituents and precursors, with an initial increase, followed by a decrease, and then a final increase in most compounds.
JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jiaxiang Luo, Oscar Monroig, Qicun Zhou, Douglas R. Tocher, Ye Yuan, Tingting Zhu, Jingjing Lu, Dongying Song, Lefei Jiao, Min Jin
Summary: The study found that water salinity and dietary lipid source have certain effects on the quality and taste of mud crab flesh, with low salinity and soybean oil feed affecting texture and flavor of the flesh.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Rosario Gutierrez-Pena, Manuel Garcia-Infante, Manuel Delgado-Pertinez, Jose Luis Guzman, Luis Angel Zarazaga, Susana Simal, Alberto Horcada
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the organoleptic and nutritional properties of meat from suckling and light lambs from local breeds on the Spanish Mediterranean islands. The results showed that there were no differences in meat color or texture, but the highest levels of non-desirable fatty acids were observed in lambs raised using concentrate. Light lambs had higher aldehydes content compared to suckling lambs, and high notes of lactic acid and milk flavor were detected. The study concluded that continued access to mother's milk during rearing influences the sensorial meat traits of these lambs, making it an optimal way of obtaining traditional 'Mediterranean lamb meat'.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Maribel Jimenez-Fernandez, Naida Juarez-Trujillo, Maria Remedios Mendoza-Lopez, Juan Luis Monribot-Villanueva, Jose Antonio Guerrero-Analco
Summary: The flowers of Quararibea funebris tree are an important ingredient in the traditional Mexican beverage, Tejate. These flowers are rich in polyphenolic compounds, carotenoids, and vitamin C, as well as various other metabolites and volatile compounds. They also contain minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and calcium, and exhibit antimicrobial properties. The study shows that the Q. funebris flowers not only contribute to the aroma and flavor of Tejate, but also have antioxidant, antimicrobial, and nutraceutical potential.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fusheng Li, Shuangjie Lin, Yuqing Chen, Caizhe Shi, Huaipu Yan, Chenchen Li, Chao Wu, Luqing Lin, Chunying Duan, Lei Shi
Summary: This study reports a novel photocatalytic strategy for the generation of pi-allyltitanium complexes, allowing for the rapid access to valuable homoallylic alcohols through a three-component allylation reaction with 1,3-butadiene and carbonyls. The exceptional regio- and diastereoselectivity provided by dual photoredox/Ti catalysis is comparable to that of the Cr-catalyzed Nozaki-Hiyama-Kishi allylation reaction.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Medical Laboratory Technology
Xinru Gui, Xin Zhang, Yiwei Xin, Qi Liu, Yifeng Wang, Yanli Zhang, Yunfei Xu, Zengli Liu, Wen Liu, Helgi B. Schioth, Chengxi Sun, Zongli Zhang, Yi Zhang
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate whether volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in bile samples could be emerging diagnostic biomarkers for perihilar cholangiocarcinoma (PHCCA). Gas chromatography-ion mobility spectrometry (GC-IMS) was used to detect 19 VOC substances in the bile samples and identified three new VOCs. Cluster analysis supported that VOCs detected in the bile could distinguish PHCCA from benign biliary diseases (BBD). Machine learning models based on VOCs showed high diagnostic accuracy for PHCCA, with the support vector machine (SVM) providing the highest area under the curve (AUC) value of 0.966.
CLINICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Joana Pico, Eric M. Gerbrandt, Simone D. Castellarin
Summary: Blueberry aroma is a key factor influencing consumer purchasing decisions, and this study optimized a SPME-GC/MS method for quantifying volatile compounds in blueberries. The method was validated for sensitivity, reproducibility, linearity, and accuracy, and revealed terpenes, aldehydes, and alcohols as the most abundant volatile fractions in different blueberry cultivars. Key compounds like linalool and 2-(E)-hexenal differentiated blueberry cultivars, with enantiomeric analyses showing an excess of (-)-limonene, (-)-alpha-pinene, and (+)-linalool in all cultivars.
Article
Horticulture
Yan-lun Ju, Xiao-feng Yue, Xue-ying Cao, Xiao-feng Wei, Yu-lin Fang
Summary: The study on spine grapes revealed a close relationship between fatty acids and volatile compounds, providing essential information for the classification of spine grapes flavors in the future.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Dong Chen, Xiaoyan Wang, Qian Guo, Huifen Deng, Jie Luo, Kangle Yi, Ao Sun, Kun Chen, Qingwu Shen
Summary: This study analyzed the muscle composition, meat flavor substances, and sensory quality of Xiangxi yellow cattle at different growth stages compared to Aberdeen Angus cattle. The results showed that Xiangxi yellow cattle are a fine cattle breed with equal or even better meat quality attributes when compared to Angus. It is recommended to slaughter Xiangxi yellow cattle at the age of 18 months for high quality beef production.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wanessa Costa Silva Faria, Fabiane Cristina Petry, Wander Miguel De Barros, Waldenia de Melo Moura, Edemilson Cardoso da Conceicao, Neura Bragagnolo
Summary: Bioactive compounds were extracted from green coffee fruits using solid-liquid percolation process and hydroethanolic solvent, showing stable contents and reducing capacity for 180 days at 40 degrees Celsius. This suggests their potential application in pharmaceutical and food industries as an ingredient.
SEPARATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Daniel C. Freitas, Aline M. de Andrade, Luana F. da Costa, Ricardo A. Azevedo, Marco A. Z. Arruda
Summary: This review explores the revolutionary impact of nanotechnology in plant science studies, emphasizing the importance of understanding how nanoparticles affect plant culture and discussing future trends. It provides insights into the internalization of nanoparticles in plants and their interaction, indicating ample room for future development and research on the effects of nanoparticles on stress responses in plants.
ANNALS OF APPLIED BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Leonardo Santos Alexandre, Francislene Machado Silva Braga, Patricia Kelly de Oliveira, Tiago Linus Silva Coelho, Mariluce Goncalves Fonseca, Rayran Walter Ramos de Sousa, Dalton Dittz, Joao Marcelo de Castro e Sousa, Paulo Michel Pinheiro Ferreira, Clecio Dantas, Herbert de Sousa Barbosa, Mariana Helena Chaves, Cicero Alves Lopes Junior, Gerardo Magela Vieira Junior
Summary: Toad skin secretions are rich sources of bioactive compounds, with Rhinella jimi species in the Brazilian northeast being a common toad with limited known studies. An experimental design optimized the protein extraction method from R. jimi parotoid gland secretions, revealing differences in protein abundance between toads from Teresina and Picos. The protein extract from Teresina showed higher cytotoxicity on tumor cell lines 4T1 and CT26.WT, indicating potential for future research on the biological activity of biomolecules from this species.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ronaldo Cunha Coelho, Roberto Carlos Fernandes Barsotti, Heloisa Franca Maltez, Cicero Alves Lopes Junior, Herbert de Sousa Barbosa
Summary: This study used ICP-MS to measure the nutritional quality of recently introduced biofortified and nonbiofortified cowpea cultivars as well as common beans, finding that biofortified cowpea cultivars have high levels of Fe and Zn. The in vitro digestion protocol showed that Fe and Zn in cowpea seeds have higher bioaccessibility and bioavailability, and cooking improves the availability of micronutrients in bean seeds.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Pedro dos Santos Moreau, Marco Aurelio Zezzi Arruda
Summary: The work presented a quantitative determination of Cu and Zn in tree rings using laser ablation-ICP-MS and a quantitative filter paper as a solid support for constructing the calibration curve. The accuracy was checked using Certified Reference Materials and ICP-MS as a reference technique. This method directly evaluated the mass fractions of Zn and Cu in tree rings.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL ATOMIC SPECTROMETRY
(2022)
Biographical-Item
Chemistry, Analytical
Marco Aurelio Zezzi Arruda
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jemmyson Romario de Jesus, Rodrigo Moretto Galazzi, Cicero Alves Lopes Junior, Marco Aurelio Zezzi Arruda
Summary: Viral infection can lead to an imbalance of trace elements in the brain, increasing neurovirulence and neurotoxicity. Synapse vulnerability has been suggested as a potential mechanism for neurological disorders following viral infection. Trace elements play crucial roles in viral infections, although their specific functions remain largely undefined.
JOURNAL OF TRACE ELEMENTS IN MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Biochemical Research Methods
Marco Aurelio Zezzi Arruda, Jemmyson Romario de Jesus, Claudia Andrea Blindauer, Alan James Stewart
Summary: This paper highlights the synergic effect between chemical speciation and omics, demonstrating an emerging area of research with a multitude of possibilities in terms of applications and further developments. This work not only defines and contextualizes speciomics and individual speciomes, but also demonstrates with some examples the great potential of this new interdisciplinary area of research.
JOURNAL OF PROTEOMICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rafael Lavagnolli Germscheidt, Danielle da Silva Francischini, Mariana Bianchini Silva, Marco Aurelio Zezzi Arruda, Andre Luiz Barboza Formiga, Tulio Costa Rizuti da Rocha, Juliano Alves Bonacin
Summary: This study presents an alternative method to synthesize Prussian blue catalysts with vacancies created by an electrochemical method. It is shown that defect engineering is a versatile strategy to enhance the catalytic activity of Prussian blue analogues.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Danielle da Silva Francischini, Renata Stabile Amais, Nicolas Misailidis Strikis, Marco Aurelio Zezzi Arruda
Summary: The LA-ICP-MS technique is versatile for multielemental analysis and imaging. This study optimized the LA parameters for direct analysis of speleothem samples, and found that laser intensity, frequency, and spot diameter have significant impacts on the analysis results. The optimal parameters were determined as 90% laser ablation intensity, 20 Hz repetition rate, and 100 um spot diameter.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ana Beatriz Santos da Silva, Marco Aurelio Zezzi Arruda
Summary: Single-cell ICP-MS shows high potential in analyzing elements in cells, offering significant advantages such as sensitivity improvement, high-resolution imaging, and cell fingerprint. It has been widely applied in various fields from oncology to environmental research, contributing to important findings such as elucidating nanoparticle toxicity and vaccine development.
JOURNAL OF TRACE ELEMENTS IN MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Marco Aurelio Zezzi Arruda, Ana Beatriz Santos da Silva, Lilian Seiko Kato
Summary: Somatic embryogenesis is crucial for high productivity in plant culture, and its combination with nanotechnology holds potential for the development of concepts in Agriculture 4.0. This perspective explores the application of nanoparticles in micropropagation processes and the production of byproducts, along with nanotoxicological aspects and the use of up-to-date instrumentation in these studies.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Luana Ferreira da Costa, Marco Aurelio Zezzi Arruda
Summary: A methodology for simultaneous hydride forming elements was established and applicable to different generations of soybean seeds. Good recoveries ranging from 71.7% to 126% were found for the hydrides forming elements. Low content of As and Se were detected in some generations of soybean seeds, while Sb and Te concentrations were below the LOQ.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Daniel Carneiro Freitas, Italo Odone Mazali, Fernando Aparecido Sigoli, Danielle da Silva Francischini, Marco Aurelio Zezzi Arruda
Summary: This study presents a rapid and environmentally friendly synthesis method for thermodynamically stable silica nanoparticles (SiO2-NPs) using microwave irradiation (MW) compared to conductive heating. The synthesis method is 30 times faster, uses 4 times less reagents, and is approximately 18 times cheaper than conventional synthesis. The synthesized SiO2-NPs were characterized and found to be stable, monodisperse, and amorphous. After adding SiO2-NPs to the soil used for cultivating soybeans, the homeostasis of Cu, Ni, and Zn in soy leaves was evaluated, and the nanoparticles were found to have an impact on the elemental distribution.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Luiz B. S. Filho, Ronaldo C. Coelho, Edvani C. Muniz, Herbert de S. Barbosa
Summary: This study analyzed 209 articles on pectin extraction via response surface methodology (RSM) collected from Web of Science(C) and Scopus(C), using Bibliometrix for science mapping analysis. The trends in optimization and extraction methods of pectin via RSM were identified. The results showed that China was the most active country in terms of local productions, while Iran, Brazil, India, and the United Kingdom contributed to international collaborative publications. Assisted extraction methods and the physical and functional properties of pectin have gained more relevance in recent years.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMER TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yonghong Ye, Songyan Zheng, Yuanxing Wang
Summary: In this study, the changes of aroma components in Gannan navel orange during growth were systematically studied using HS-SPME-GC-MS. Key aroma components and markers were identified. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the dynamic variation of aroma compounds during navel orange growth and have potential for industrial applications.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jia Xu, Yayuan Zhang, Mengke Zhang, Xinlin Wei, Yiming Zhou
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of glucosamine selenium on summer-autumn tea, showing that it can enhance nutritional quality, improve sensory characteristics, and increase plant adaptation to environmental changes and abiotic stresses.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yuanming Chu, Zhaoyang Ding, Jing Xie
Summary: This study investigated the use of ice glazing containing D-sodium erythorbate (DSE) and vacuum packaging to maintain the quality of large yellow croaker during frozen storage. The results showed that vacuum packaging effectively inhibited ice crystal growth and minimized water loss, while the combination of vacuum packaging and 0.3% DSE-infused ice glazing maintained freshness indicators at low levels throughout the 300-day storage period. This combination was considered the most effective in preserving the quality of the fish.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Md. Ashikur Rahman, Shirin Akter, Md. Ashrafudoulla, Md. Anamul Hasan Chowdhury, A. G. M. Sofi Uddin Mahamud, Si Hong Park, Sang-Do Ha
Summary: This comprehensive review aims to provide insights into the mechanisms and key factors influencing biofilm formation by A. hydrophila in the food industry. It explores the molecular processes involved in various stages of biofilm formation and investigates the impact of intrinsic factors and environmental conditions on biofilm architecture and resilience. The article also highlights the potential of bibliometric analysis in conceptualizing the research landscape and identifying knowledge gaps in A. hydrophila biofilm research.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chujing Wang, Wenni Tian, Zengliu Song, Qun Wang, Yong Cao, Jie Xiao
Summary: Solid lipid ratio in emulsions has significant effects on colloidal stability, mucus permeability, and bioavailability in vivo. Higher solid lipid ratio improves intestinal stability but reduces mucus permeability.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Dacai Zhong, Liping Kang, Juan Liu, Xiang Li, Li Zhou, Luqi Huang, Zidong Qiu
Summary: In this study, a novel online extraction electrospray ionization mass spectrometry method was developed to comprehensively characterize complex foods. Meanwhile, a characteristic marker screening method and chemometrics modeling were used for the accurate authentication of highly-similar foods. This research has significant implications for ensuring food quality and safety.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Qiannan Zhao, Jinyi Yang, Jiahui Li, Lei Zhang, Xiaohai Yan, Tianli Yue, Yahong Yuan
Summary: This study investigated the transport and hypoglycemic effects of phenolics in mulberry leaves using an in vitro digestion model. The results showed that digested phenolics had higher absorbability and could inhibit glucose digestion and absorption. Phenolics also regulated glucose metabolism. Luteoforol and p-coumaric acid were found to be the primary phenolics strongly correlated with the hypoglycemic ability of mulberry leaves.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yanyun Cao, Qingling Wang, Jinou Lin, Yin-Yi Ding, Jianzhong Han
Summary: This study investigated the effects of gallic acid (GA) and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) at different ratios on the gel properties of calcium induced-whey protein emulsion gel. It was found that GA and EGCG could promote gel formation, increase gel strength, and delay the release of emulsified oil droplets.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Monique Martins Strieder, Vitor Lacerda Sanches, Mauricio Ariel Rostagno
Summary: This study proposed an integrated and automated procedure for extracting, separating, and quantifying bioactive compounds from coffee co-products. By optimizing the extraction, separation, and analysis method, real-time analysis was achieved. The results suggest that coupling different techniques can efficiently extract, separate, and analyze phenolic compounds, providing an integrated method to produce high-added value ingredients for various applications.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Kyu Sang Sim, Hyoyoung Kim, Suel Hye Hur, Tae Woong Na, Ji Hye Lee, Ho Jin Kim
Summary: Geographical origin plays a crucial role in determining the quality and safety of agricultural products. In this study, ICP analysis was used to determine the inorganic elemental content of onions and identify their geographical origin. Chemometric methods were applied to analyze the ICP results, and the accuracy of distinguishing between Korean and Chinese onions was found to be excellent. The findings suggest that this method can be beneficial for identifying agricultural products.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2024)
