Article
Psychology, Clinical
Joshua McGreen, Eva Kemps, Marika Tiggemann
Summary: The study found a link between cravings for non-alcoholic beverages, especially soft drinks, and consumption. Cravings for coffee and soft drinks were not solely triggered by thirst, and the number of cravings predicted the total amount of these beverages consumed over a week. These findings suggest that cravings for non-alcoholic beverages could be targeted to reduce consumption.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Natalia Oliveira, Daniela Silva Canella
Summary: The consumption of ultra-processed beverages is associated with health problems, while the purchase of minimally processed beverages declined. With an increase in the proportion of ultra-processed foods and beverages in the diet, the volume of ultra-processed beverage purchases rose and minimally processed beverages declined.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Vicente Agullo, Cristina Garcia-Viguera, Raul Dominguez-Perles
Summary: Comparing non-caloric sweeteners (stevia and sucralose) with sucrose in terms of plasma concentration and cumulative effects of phenolic compounds, the study found that sucralose and stevia are valuable alternatives to sucrose, contributing to preventing metabolic disorders and promoting health. The research revealed a similar increase in bioactive compounds in plasma concentrations across the three beverages, showing positive effects on healthy overweight adults.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Aneta Kholova, Ivona Lhotska, Jakub Erben, Jiri Chvojka, Frantisek Svec, Petr Solich, Dalibor Santinsky
Summary: This study compared several advanced sorbents for the on-line extraction and chromatographic determination of citrinin, zearalenone, and ochratoxin A in plant-based beverages such as oat and rice milk. The extraction recovery and cleanup efficiency of twelve types of fibrous sorbents and two commercial sorbents were compared. The results showed that the zearalenone contaminations in the plant-based beverages were within the tolerable limit defined by the European Union.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Conner McHale, Christiane Funk, Benjamin P. Libert, Arianne Soliven, Stephanie A. Schuster
Summary: The study presents long-term retention and separation data reproducibility of superficially porous particle columns at an analytical scale between 2013 and 2020. The research demonstrates the reproducibility of retention factors and peak shapes for small and large molecules across different batches, highlighting the critical importance of understanding variability in separation metrics for industries like pharmaceuticals and food and beverage.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Vitor L. Sanches, Tanize A. Cunha, Juliane Vigano, Leonardo M. de Souza Mesquita, Lucia Helena Faccioli, Marcia Cristina Breitkreitz, Mauricio A. Rostagno
Summary: In this study, a method based on ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography with a photodiode array detector (UPLC-PDA) was developed for comprehensive analysis of phenolic compounds in citrus peels. The method was successfully applied to various citrus peel species, detecting multiple phenolic compounds and limonoids, and verified for accuracy and precision.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Aneta Kholova, Ivona Lhotska, Jakub Erben, Jiri Chvojka, Frantisek Svec, Petr Solich, Dalibor Satinsky
Summary: Online solid phase extraction coupled with liquid chromatography was used for rapid and sensitive control of mycotoxin contamination, with polyethylene microfibers demonstrating the desired selectivity for separating ochratoxins from wine matrix. Multiple types of extraction sorbents were compared, with C18 particles providing the best results in terms of detection limit, recovery rate, and overall analysis time.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Ravi Kiran Panchakarla, Punna Rao Ravi, Kondapalli Venkata Gowri Chandra Sekhar
Summary: The study developed a UHPLC method for the trace level quantification of formaldehyde in pharmaceutical drug substance, meeting the standards outlined in the ICH Q2 guidelines. This method proved to be linear, accurate, precise, and suitable for routine quality control.
CURRENT PHARMACEUTICAL ANALYSIS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ane Arrizabalaga-Larranaga, Pilar Rodriguez, Mireia Medina, Francisco Javier Santos, Encarnacion Moyano
FOOD ADDITIVES AND CONTAMINANTS PART A-CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS CONTROL EXPOSURE & RISK ASSESSMENT
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Noemi Inmaculada Medina-Perez, Manuel Dall'Osto, Stefano Decesari, Marco Paglione, Encarnacion Moyano, Elisa Berdalet
Summary: Critical research is needed to study harmful algal blooms threatening ecosystems and human health, particularly through respiratory routes. This study used a marine aerosol generation tank to investigate the concentrations of toxins synthesized by a natural bloom in both water and air. The results suggest that the production and diffusion of marine toxins in the atmosphere are regulated by complex interactions between biological processes and air-sea aerosol production dynamics.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ane Arrizabalaga-Larranaga, Guillem Campmajo, Javier Saurina, Oscar Nunez, Francisco Javier Santos, Encarnacion Moyano
Summary: The study used the UHPLC-APCI-HRMS method for the geographical origin authentication of paprika based on capsaicinoids and carotenoids determination, achieving an authentication rate of 80.9%.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Juan F. Ayala-Cabrera, F. Javier Santos, Encarnacion Moyano
Summary: This review article focuses on the latest advances in analytical methodologies for the determination of halogenated organic contaminants, highlighting future prospects for improving analytical determinations of these compounds and the throughput of environmental control laboratories in this field.
TRENDS IN ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
J. F. Ayala-Cabrera, M. T. Galceran, E. Moyano, F. J. Santos
Summary: A new GC-HRMS method based on APPI was developed for the accurate determination of SCCPs, achieving efficient ionisation and selective determination by monitoring [M+Cl](-) adduct ions. This method offers advantages such as quantification of individual congener groups and simplification of calibration method, making it a reliable alternative for determining SCCPs in environmental samples.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
A. Arrizabalaga-Larranaga, S. Epigmenio-Chamu, F. J. Santos, E. Moyano
Summary: This paper describes the development of a rapid and sensitive method for detecting banned dyes in spice samples using UHPLC-MS/MS technology combined with three atmospheric pressure ionization sources. The proposed method demonstrated good performance in sample analysis, with low detection limits, good precision, and accurate quantitation.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Justin Carrard, Hector Gallart-Ayala, Nadia Weber, Flora Colledge, Lukas Streese, Henner Hanssen, Christian Schmied, Julijana Ivanisevic, Arno Schmidt-Trucksaess
Summary: Ceramides can predict cardiometabolic outcomes, and physical activity influences their levels. Regular exercise reduces ceramide content, optimizing cardiometabolic health and reversing altered ceramide profiles.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
R. Sero, J. F. Ayala-Cabrera, F. J. Santos, E. Moyano
Summary: In this work, the combination of paper spray and atmospheric pressure photoionization-mass spectrometry (PS-APPI-MS) was used for the determination of non-polar and low polar compounds. The method demonstrated good performance in the analysis of fluorotelomer alcohols, fluoroctanesulfonamides, and fluorooctane sulfonamido-ethanols, with the ability to detect these compounds at low levels. The PS-APPI-HRMS method allows for fast screening and quantitation of target compounds in waterproof impregnation sprays, providing a cost-effective and efficient approach for routine laboratories.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Ane Arrizabalaga-Larranaga, Pedro de Juan-de Juan, Claudia Bressan, Mercedes Vazquez-Espinosa, Ana Gonzalez-de-Peredo, F. Javier Santos, Encarnacion Moyano
Summary: This study developed a sensitive and selective UHPLC-MS/MS method for the detection of 23 PAAs, showing the advantage of APCI as an alternative method for the analysis of PAAs. The developed method was applied to the analysis of kitchenware samples, where PAAs concentrations above the legislated limit were detected in 18 out of 20 samples.
ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Claudia Bressan, Raquel Sero, Elida Alechaga, Nuria Monfort, Encarnacion Moyano, Rosa Ventura
Summary: In this study, desorption electrospray ionization and paper spray ionization coupled with high-resolution mass spectrometry (DESI-HRMS and PSI-HRMS) were used for fast and direct analysis of stimulants and diuretics in urine samples. The PSI-HRMS method performed better for the analysis of stimulants compared to DESI-HRMS, allowing direct analysis of raw urine with better signal-to-noise ratios. However, the results for diuretics were not as satisfactory as expected.
ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Noemi Inmaculada Medina-Perez, Elena Cerdan-Garcia, Francesc Rubio, Laia Viure, Marta Estrada, Encarnacion Moyano, Elisa Berdalet
Summary: This study aimed to improve the understanding of the nutrient modulation of Ostreopsis cf. ovata toxin content. The total toxin content varied significantly during the natural bloom, with the highest values often coinciding with elevated O. cf. ovata cell abundance and low inorganic nutrient concentrations. The experiments showed that cell toxin content was higher in the stationary phase and in high-nitrogen cultures, with urea inducing lower toxin content than other nutrient sources.
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Fanny Cavigliasso, Loriane Savary, Jorge E. Spangenberg, Hector Gallart-Ayala, Julijana Ivanisevic, Tadeusz J. Kawecki
Summary: Periodic food shortage drives physiological and metabolic adaptations in animals, particularly in juvenile individuals. A study on Drosophila melanogaster populations revealed wide-ranging changes in metabolite abundance as a response to nutrient shortage. Adapted larvae showed lower levels of amino acids but grew faster, indicating increased use of amino acids for energy generation. The study also highlighted the trade-off between acquisition of dietary amino acids and carbohydrates and the unique depletion pattern of branched-chain amino acids.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Noemi Inmaculada Medina-Perez, Francisco Javier Santos, Elisa Berdalet, Encarnacion Moyano
Summary: This study explores the challenges faced in quantifying analogues of palytoxin (PLTX) using ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography high-resolution mass spectrometry-based techniques. The research focuses on the mass spectra of PLTX analogues and evaluates different instrument conditions and extraction protocols to develop a more reliable and robust quantification method. The proposed method is applied to quantify OVTXs (-a to -g) and iso-PLTX during a 2019 Ostreopsis cf. ovata bloom.
ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2023)
Review
Sport Sciences
Justin Carrard, Chiara Guerini, Christian Appenzeller-Herzog, Denis Infanger, Karsten Konigstein, Lukas Streese, Timo Hinrichs, Henner Hanssen, Hector Gallart-Ayala, Julijana Ivanisevic, Arno Schmidt-Trucksass
Summary: Low cardiorespiratory fitness is a significant predictor of cardiometabolic, cancer, and all-cause mortality. This study aims to systematically review and meta-analyze the literature on metabolites associated with CRF in human tissue samples. The results will be disseminated through publication in a peer-reviewed journal and conference presentation.
BMJ OPEN SPORT & EXERCISE MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
N. Medina-Perez, A. Arrizabalaga-Larranaga, R. Sero, E. Moyano
ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yujia Ying, Huilin Li
Summary: Enzymes play a crucial role as biological catalysts in accelerating biochemical reactions in living organisms. This study proposes a convenient method for monitoring enzymatic catalytic processes using native top-down mass spectrometry. By exploring the heterogeneity of the chymotrypsin sample and using tandem mass spectrometry, the researchers were able to monitor covalent and noncovalent enzymatic complexes, substrates, and products during catalysis. The results demonstrate that this method has the potential to be a promising tool for characterizing biocatalysts.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Kang Yang, Shuaibo Shi, Jinyu Wu, Shaolong Han, Shengdi Tai, Shishen Zhang, Kun Zhang
Summary: H2O and D2O are important analogues closely related to various industries and monitoring fields. This study successfully distinguishes and detects H2O and D2O by designing a novel eu(III)-macrocycle with dual emitters, Eu-2a, and conducting fluorescence titration experiments.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Julia Kuligowski, Alvaro Perez-Rubio, Marta Moreno-Torres, Polina Soluyanova, Judith Perez-Rojas, Ivan Rienda, David Perez-Guaita, Eugenia Pareja, Ramon Trullenque-Juan, Jose Castell, Marcha Verheijen, Florian Caiment, Ramiro Jover, Guillermo Quintas
Summary: This study introduces a novel variable selection approach called cluster PLS (c-PLS) to assess the joint impact of variable groups selected based on biological characteristics on the predictive performance of a multivariate model. The usefulness of c-PLS is shown using miRNomic and metabolomic datasets obtained from the analysis of liver tissue biopsies.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Meixue Lai, Lijie Zhong, Siyi Liu, Yitian Tang, Tingting Han, Huali Deng, Yu Bao, Yingming Ma, Wei Wang, Li Niu, Shiyu Gan
Summary: This study presents a method for constructing wearable sweat electrolyte sensors using carbon fiber-based solid-contact ion-selective electrodes (SC-ISEs). By using carbon fibers extracted from commercial cloth as electrode material, the cost and reproducibility issues of flexible SC-ISEs were addressed. The results showed that the carbon fiber-based SC-ISEs exhibited reversible voltammetric and stable impedance performances, and had high reproducibility of standard potentials between normal and bending states.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ke Yang, Ying Liu, Min Deng, Peipei Wang, Dan Cheng, Songjiao Li, Longwei He
Summary: A near-infrared fluorescent probe has been developed to accurately measure the levels of peroxynitrite (ONOO-) in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) in acute lung injury (ALI). The probe demonstrated rapid response, high selectivity, good sensitivity, and enhanced fluorescence intensity in response to ONOO-. It was successfully used to detect changes in ONOO- levels and showed significant increases in an ALI cell model and an ALI mouse model.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yanping Wang, Yuemei Chen, Kejun Li, Jinrong Zhou, Xin Yuan, Mei Zhang, Ke Huang
Summary: In this work, a portable analytical system based on point discharge chemical vapor generation atomic emission spectrometry (PD-CVG-AES) coupling with gold filament enrichment was designed. The highly sensitive analysis of Hg2+ indirectly realized the detection of ascorbic acid (AA). The measurement is based on the fact that Ag+ can decrease the concentration of Hg2+ by forming Ag-Hg amalgam in the presence of the reductant SnCl2, while AA can pre-reduce Ag+ to Ag0, leading to the generation of silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs). The developed novel analytical strategy broadens the application of microplasma-based AES and offers a higher level of sensitivity compared to current AA detection techniques.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yundi Huang, Bo Song, Kaiwen Chen, Deshu Kong, Jingli Yuan
Summary: This study developed two lysosome-targetable background-free TGL probes for efficient and accurate detection of 1O2, which can be used for monitoring endogenous 1O2 concentrations in lysosomes and discriminating variability induced by different photosensitizers. Furthermore, a smart luminescent sensor film was successfully prepared for on-site 1O2 production detection during PDT processes, offering a promising clinical monitoring tool for skin diseases.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Wei Lang, Jia-Mei Qin, Qian-Yong Cao
Summary: A novel polymer-based probe P1 was successfully synthesized for fluorescently ratiometric sensing of H2S with high selectivity and sensitivity. A smartphone sensing platform was constructed to conduct visual quantitative detection of H2S. P1 can be employed in evaluating the level fluctuations of H2S in living cells, testing water samples/wine samples, and monitoring food freshness.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yuanyuan Qin, Shuda Liu, Shuyun Meng, Dong Liu, Tianyan You
Summary: The study developed a split aptamer-based sandwich-type ratiometric biosensor for the detection of 17 beta-estradiol (E2) using photoelectrochemical and electrochemical assays. The biosensor utilized split aptamer fragments to recognize E2 and trigger a hybridization chain reaction, resulting in the production of double-stranded DNA labeled with CdTe quantum dots. This DNA complex was able to sensitize CdTe quantum dots and generate response signals for E2 detection. The developed biosensor demonstrated high sensitivity and accuracy with two linear ranges and low detection limits.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Siriwan Teepoo, Jongjit Jantra, Khaunnapa Panapong, David Taiwo Ajayi
Summary: A novel immunochromatographic assay based on hyperbranched Au plasmonic blackbodies with a smartphone readout was developed for rapid and sensitive detection of leucomalachite green residues in fish and shrimp products.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Andrea L. Larraga-Urdaz, Borja Moreira-Alvarez, Jorge Ruiz Encinar, Jose M. Costa-Fernandez, Maria Luisa Fernandez-Sanchez
Summary: A major challenge in the 21st century is the development of point-of-care diagnostic tools. In this study, a highly sensitive and simple bioassay using AuNPs and MNAzymes was developed for rapid detection and quantification of miRNA-4739. The proposed strategy shows potential for breast cancer diagnosis.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Xiaohan Zhao, Anyu Wang, Lingzi Zhai, Jiuhe Gao, Sizhe Lyu, Yingshan Jiang, Tian Zhong, Ying Xiao, Xi Yu
Summary: A novel method using polystyrene-coated magnetic nanoparticles for extracting monohydroxy polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons from urine samples was investigated. The proposed method is simple, sensitive, and efficient, with desirable sensitivity for analyzing low-abundance metabolites in large volumes of complex urine samples.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ke Quan, Yuqing Zeng, Wenke Zhang, Fengfeng Li, Mengjiao Li, Zhihe Qing, Linlin Wu
Summary: In this study, a visual and reusable biosensor was developed for detecting substrates that are closely associated with human physiological health. The immobilized oxidase showed higher stability and sensitivity under harsh conditions, enabling reliable detection of substrates in complex fluids.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Dongjuan Wang, Xiuqian Ding, Jinling Xie, Juan Wang, Guanhao Li, Xin Zhou
Summary: In this study, a three-in-one sensor was developed for real-time detection of biogenic amines (BAs) with high sensitivity and selectivity. The sensor showed multimodal responses and could be used to fabricate portable devices for on-site non-destructive assessment of food spoilage indicators.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Jinting Meng, Zihao Xu, Shasha Zheng, Hongqun Yang, Tianfu Wang, Hong Wang, Yingwei Zhang
Summary: This study demonstrates the development of a cascade signal amplification system using a multi-pedal DNA walker and strand displacement reactions for the electrochemical detection of miRNA-155. The biosensor exhibited high sensitivity, selectivity, and the potential for clinical applications.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
