Review
Plant Sciences
Alyssa C. Clews, Brandon A. Ulch, Monika Jesionowska, Jun Hong, Robert T. Mullen, Yang Xu
Summary: Plant oils have important applications in food, feed, and oleochemical industries. Different plant species accumulate unique oils with distinct fatty acid compositions. Recent research has revealed the specialized oil metabolism pathways in select plant species, involving gene co-expression networks and structurally divergent enzymes/proteins. This article summarizes advances in understanding oil biosynthesis in plants, including gene expression patterns, divergent enzymes/proteins, and protein interactomes and substrate channeling.
PLANT AND CELL PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Elisabeth Koch, Michelle Wiebel, Carolin Hopmann, Nadja Kampschulte, Nils Helge Schebb
Summary: This study developed a rapid and sensitive LC-MS method for quantification of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, demonstrating high accuracy and precision in analysis. The method was successfully applied on human plasma and edible oils, showing potential for gaining new insights in the composition of biological samples.
ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Zoltan Szabo, Tamas Marosvoelgyi, Eva Szabo, Viktor Koczka, Zsofia Verzar, Maria Figler, Tamas Decsi
Summary: Short-term heating of edible oils leads to changes in fatty acid composition and health-related indices. Regardless of the oil type, heating reduces the levels of linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid, while increasing trans fatty acid levels. The oils also show higher atherogenicity and thrombogenicity after heating.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ghanya Al-Naqeb, Aliki Kalmpourtzidou, Rachele De Giuseppe, Hellas Cena
Summary: This review discusses the beneficial effects of 10 plant oils on multiple sclerosis (MS). Plant oils may potentially slow down the progression of MS by reducing inflammation, promoting remyelination, immunomodulation, and inhibiting oxidative stress. Further longitudinal research is needed to confirm these findings, and other plant oils should also be studied for their potential benefits in MS.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Sladana Rakita, Bojana Kokic, Michele Manoni, Sharon Mazzoleni, Peng Lin, Alice Luciano, Matteo Ottoboni, Federica Cheli, Luciano Pinotti
Summary: Due to the increasing demand for alternative protein feed ingredients, the utilization of oilseed by-products in animal nutrition has been sought as a promising solution. This review summarized the nutritional value of six cold-pressed cakes and their effects on animal performance. The results showed that these cakes are a good protein and lipid source, however, their utilization in pig and poultry nutrition is limited due to the presence of antinutritive factors.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Maria A. Lankinen, Vanessa D. de Mello, Topi Meuronen, Taisa Sallinen, Jyrki Agren, Kirsi A. Virtanen, Markku Laakso, Jussi Pihlajamaki, Ursula Schwab
Summary: The study demonstrates that the FADS1 genotype modifies the response to high PUFA diets, especially to high-LA diet. Considering FADS variation in personalized dietary counseling may be beneficial for individuals.
MOLECULAR NUTRITION & FOOD RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yujie Gao, Yifan Yao, Jie Huang, Yuejia Sun, Qingjun Wu, Dingqian Guo, Shengpeng Wang
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of dietary bile acids on growth performance, feed utilization, body composition, digestive enzyme activity, and related gene expression in juvenile leopard coral grouper. Results showed that feeding 0.3% bile acids significantly improved weight gain, specific growth rate, feed conversion ratio, and feed intake. Furthermore, dietary bile acids decreased lipid deposition, increased intestinal trypsin and lipase activities, and up-regulated the expression of fatty acid binding protein 2 while down-regulating cholesterol transport related genes.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Adarsha Gupta, Max J. H. Worthington, Justin M. Chalker, Munish Puri
Summary: This study demonstrates a bioprocessing approach using low-molecular-weight compounds to manipulate the fatty acid profile in a thraustochytrid strain to produce desirable fatty acids. Interestingly, the addition of D-limonene repressed the production of polyunsaturated fatty acids. This work has industrial value and suggests the use of sulfur polymerization for the preparation of plant-like oils using tuneable thraustochytrid lipids.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ahmed M. Senan, Binru Yin, Yaoyao Zhang, Mustapha M. Nasiru, Yong-Mei Lyu, Muhammad Umair, Javaid A. Bhat, Sicheng Zhang, Li Liu
Summary: This study introduces a novel catalytic method using Fe(III)-cit./Na2S2O8 catalyst for plant oils hydroxylation, producing hydroxy-fatty acids/esters. By adding oxidizing agents to Fe(III) in MeCN with H2O, a new complex of Fe(II)-species is generated, improving the C-H activation efficiency. CHML has potential applications in the food industry for food safety and packaging, with benefits for microbial resistance.
Article
Plant Sciences
Lucyna Dyminska, Abduladhim Moamer Moftah Albegar, Wojciech Sasiadek, Edyta Kucharska, Adam Zajac, Jerzy Hanuza
Summary: This study investigates the thermal degradation of various oils and identifies the structural changes that occur during deep-frying. The results indicate that heating causes the decomposition of plant fat into fatty acids, reduction in the number of certain bonds, and cracking of acylglycerol chains. The FT-IR spectra measurements also show a significant decrease in the degree of unsaturation level of the heated oils. Additionally, the study explores the influence of heating time on protein band intensity.
Article
Biology
Wencai Dai, Stine Slotsbo, Martin Holmstrup
Summary: Through the experiment, it was discovered that the white worm had optimal biomass production between 15-22 degrees Celsius, with rolled oats as feed, and this temperature range also had relatively high levels of protein and fatty acids. Results showed that at low temperatures, the abundance of omega-3 fatty acids was highest, and worm densities in mass cultures can reach up to 100g per liter.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL BIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Polymer Science
Julio Antonio Conti Silva, Luan Moreira Grilo, Alessandro Gandini, Talita Martins Lacerda
Summary: This paper provides an overview of recent progress in the research and development of polymers derived from plant oils, emphasizing the increasing interest in novel approaches to synthesis, characterization, and properties of these materials from renewable resources. The use of various monomers and comonomers, as well as diverse synthetic pathways, highlights the wide range of possibilities for the preparation of these materials. Additionally, the specific topic of using tung oil as a source for original polymers, copolymers, and composites is discussed in detail, covering mechanisms, structures, properties, and potential applications.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Marian Burducea, Ivayla Dincheva, Lenuta Dirvariu, Eugen Oprea, Valtcho D. Zheljazkov, Cristian-Alin Barbacariu
Summary: This study assessed the effects of adding plant extracts to fish diet on the growth and meat quality of common carp. The results showed that the inclusion of wheat grass juice and barley grass juice stimulated growth and improved meat quality. The positive effects could be attributed to the rich composition of the juices, including unsaturated fatty acids, amino acids, sugars, and organic compounds.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Paivi Maki-Arvela, Mark Martinez-Klimov, Dmitry Yu. Murzin
Summary: The review focuses on the transformation of vegetable oils and fatty acids into jet fuel, emphasizing the product yields and distribution, desired catalyst properties, as well as reaction kinetics and mechanisms.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Swechchha Pandey, Bhausaheb S. Rajput, Samir H. Chikkali
Summary: As fossil resources dwindle and environmental concerns grow, finding sustainable alternatives is crucial. Utilizing renewable plant oils and sugars for chemical production shows potential, despite challenges. Isomerizing functionalization of plant oils and using sugar-derived isohexides offer possibilities for renewable resources.
Review
Fisheries
Leong-Seng Lim, Kit-Shing Liew, Isabella Ebi, Rossita Shapawi, Mohammad Tamrin Mohamad Lal, Hon Jung Liew, Katsuyuki Hamasaki, Reiji Masuda, Gunzo Kawamura
Summary: This review discusses the importance of using amino acids as chemoattractants and feeding stimulants in decapod crustacean aquaculture, as well as the species-specific response of aquatic animals to amino acids. Recommendations for efficiently using amino acids as chemoattractants and feeding stimulants in decapod crustacean farming are provided.
AQUACULTURE RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Abdul Aziz Jaziri, Rossita Shapawi, Ruzaidi Azli Mohd Mokhtar, Wan Norhana Md. Noordin, Nurul Huda
Summary: This paper focuses on the value-added processing and utilization of by-products from tropical marine fish species, highlighting the challenges and importance of developing these by-products into high-end products for functional food and sustainable fish processing industry.
FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Wing-Keong Ng, Tze-Chin Leow, Rodrigue Yossa
Summary: The objective of this study was to investigate the potential of enhancing the dietary substitution of fishmeal with corn protein concentrate in the diets of red hybrid tilapia. The results showed that high levels of corn protein concentrate significantly reduced fish growth and feed intake, but blending it with soy protein concentrate restored the growth performance of tilapia.
AQUACULTURE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Idris Zainab-L, Wing-Keong Ng, Kumar Sudesh
Summary: Using mealworms to recover PHA from bacterial cells is a cost-effective method that utilizes the nutritional value of the bacterial cells. The study found that using mealworm meal as a fishmeal replacement provided satisfactory nutrition and energy for red hybrid tilapia.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Noorsyarinah Sanudin, Fui Yin Thien, Katsuyuki Hamasaki, Shigeki Dan, Rossita Shapawi, Gunzo Kawamura, Annita Seok Kian Yong
Summary: The effects of feeding rotifers and Artemia enriched with different types of enrichment on the first feeding and later stages of Scylla tranquebarica larvae were investigated. The results showed that enriched rotifers improved survival and larval development in the early stage, while digestible Tetraselmis sp. enriched Artemia enhanced survival and reduced abnormal molting in the later stages.
AQUACULTURE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Siti Zulaikha Ramle, Siti Nur Hazwani Oslan, Rossita Shapawi, Ruzaidi Azli Mohd Mokhtar, Wan Norhana Md. Noordin, Nurul Huda
Summary: The by-product of needlefish waste, specifically the collagen extracted from its skin, shows potential as an alternative to mammalian collagen in food applications due to its high moisture and protein content, as well as its heat resistance and structural stability. The solubility of collagen is influenced by pH and NaCl concentration, and it can be used in a diverse range of applications.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Pei-Teng Chan, Patricia Matanjun, Cahyo Budiman, Rossita Shapawi, Jau-Shya Lee
Summary: The heads and bones of hybrid groupers have the potential to produce ACE-inhibitory and antioxidant peptides. This study isolated and identified novel peptides with dual-action from the hydrolysate of the heads and bones of hybrid groupers. The peptides demonstrated strong ACE-inhibition and antioxidant activities, but their effectiveness decreased after simulated gastrointestinal digestion.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Nur Nadiah Matarsim, Abdul Aziz Jaziri, Rossita Shapawi, Ruzaidi Azli Mohd Mokhtar, Wan Norhana Md. Noordin, Nurul Huda
Summary: This study compared the extractability and characteristics of barracuda skin collagen using different organic acids. The yields of acetic-solubilized collagen (ASBS), lactic-solubilized collagen (LSBS), and citric-solubilized collagen (CSBS) were significantly different. All acid-solubilized collagens were considered as type I collagen. The extracted collagens showed a high thermostability, functional properties, and microstructural characteristics.
JOURNAL OF FUNCTIONAL BIOMATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Wing-Keong Ng, Mei-Ling Mong, Abdul-Azim Abdul-Hamid
Summary: Acute hepatopancreatic necrosis disease (AHPND) caused by pathogenic strains of Vibrio parahaemolyticus (VPAHPND) is a major threat to shrimp farming. Adding adsorbent clay minerals to shrimp feeds can effectively reduce the damage caused by bacterial toxins and improve shrimp growth and disease resistance.
ANIMAL FEED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Nurul Syazwanie Fatiroi, Abdul Aziz Jaziri, Rossita Shapawi, Ruzaidi Azli Mohd Mokhtar, Wan Norhana Md. Noordin, Nurul Huda
Summary: This study aimed to characterize unicornfish bone collagens prepared with different types of acids. The results showed that the highest yield was obtained from citric-acid-soluble collagen, followed by lactic-acid-soluble collagen and acetic-acid-soluble collagen. All extracted collagens were classified as type I and had similar absorption spectra and thermal stability. Overall, unicornfish bones may be used as a substitute source of collagen.
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Abdul Aziz Jaziri, Rossita Shapawi, Ruzaidi Azli Mohd Mokhtar, Wan Norhana Md. Noordin, Nurul Huda
Summary: This study aimed to extract acid-soluble collagen (ASC) and pepsin-soluble collagen (PSC) from parrotfish scale waste and characterize their properties. Both collagen samples were categorized as type I collagens with maintained triple helical structure. The solubility of ASC and PSC was high in acidic condition (pH < 5.0) and low concentration of sodium chloride (<30 g/L). Therefore, collagens extracted from parrotfish scale waste can be a potential alternative source for industries.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Siti Nur Hazwani Oslan, Rossita Shapawi, Ruzaidi Azli Mohd Mokhtar, Wan Norhana Md Noordin, Nurul Huda
Summary: Fish processing waste can serve as a potential and cost-effective source of collagen. In this study, collagen was extracted from the skin of purple-spotted bigeye snapper using different acid soluble collagens (ASC) and pepsin soluble collagens (PSC). The highest collagen yield was obtained from PSC, followed by AAC, CAC, and LAC. The extracted collagens exhibited desirable properties for various applications, particularly in the food industry.
Article
Polymer Science
Abdul Aziz Jaziri, Rossita Shapawi, Ruzaidi Azli Mohd Mokhtar, Wan Norhana Md Noordin, Nurul Huda
Summary: This study aims to isolate and characterize pepsin-soluble collagens from the skin, bone, and scales of lizardfish. The highest yield of collagen was found in pepsin-soluble skin collagen, which also exhibited higher thermostability compared to bone and scales collagen. These pepsin-soluble collagens from lizardfish could serve as potential alternative sources of collagen.
Article
Polymer Science
Abdul Aziz Jaziri, Rossita Shapawi, Ruzaidi Azli Mohd Mokhtar, Wan Norhana Md Noordin, Nurul Huda
Summary: The research extracted collagen from lizardfish scales using various acids and found that acetic acid-extracted collagen had a higher yield and thermal stability. All extracted collagens were categorized as type I collagens with a triple-helical structure.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Siti Nur Hazwani Oslan, Siti Nurbaya Oslan, Rosfarizan Mohamad, Joo Shun Tan, Abdul Hafidz Yusoff, Patricia Matanjun, Ruzaidi Azli Mohd Mokhtar, Rossita Shapawi, Nurul Huda
Summary: Haematococcus lacustris is considered the most promising microalgae for producing natural astaxanthin, with high antioxidant activity and economic potential. Although synthetic astaxanthin currently dominates the market, extracting it from this microalga remains expensive due to bioprocess difficulties and high cultivation costs.
FERMENTATION-BASEL
(2022)