Article
Microbiology
Omid Soliemani, Fatemeh Salimi, Arezou Rezaei
Summary: Exopolysaccharides (EPS) produced by lactic acid bacteria are complex polymers with industrial applications. In this study, thirteen LAB were isolated and one strain, Enterococcus durans DU1, with EPS production ability was identified. The EPS exhibited significant anti-biofilm activity against various pathogens. Characterization using FT-IR, H-1 NMR, and HPLC techniques revealed the structure and composition of the EPS. The results suggest that this EPS can be safely used in the food industry.
ARCHIVES OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Abdelmoneim H. Ali, Gafar Bamigbade, Mohammed Tarique, Gennaro Esposito, Reyad Obaid, Basim Abu-Jdayil, Mutamed Ayyash
Summary: This study investigated the physicochemical, rheological, and biological properties of an exopolysaccharide (EPS) produced by Enterococcus faecalis 84B strain. The EPS-84B had a high molecular weight, large particle size, and mainly consisted of arabinose and glucose. It displayed shear-thinning behavior, high melting point, and ideal viscoelastic properties. EPS-84B also showed strong antioxidant, antitumor, antidiabetic, and antimicrobial activities.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Maria Lucila Estilarte, E. Elizabeth Tymczyszyn, Maria de los Angeles Serradell, Paula Carasi
Summary: The study demonstrated that lactulose is the best protectant agent for preserving E. durans strains by freeze-drying, which showed resistance to high temperatures and could act as a biopreservative in food production. Additionally, E. durans strains showed potential inhibitory effects on pathogens, suggesting their suitability for developing dried symbiotic products.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Blaise Manga Enuh, Serap Gedikli, Pinar Aytar Celik, Ahmet Cabuk
Summary: This study sequenced and analyzed the whole genome of a newly isolated Enterococcus durans MN187066, revealing its beneficial probiotic traits as well as antimicrobial resistance and virulence genes. The strain was found to be non-toxigenic and produced beneficial metabolites important for its success as a probiotic, while not possessing vancomycin resistance genes.
LETTERS IN APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Yi Zhou, Lu Shi, Juan Wang, Jia Yuan, Jin Liu, Lijuan Liu, Rong Da, Yue Cheng, Bei Han
Summary: The probiotic characteristics and safety of Enterococcus durans isolate A8-1 from a healthy Chinese infant were evaluated in this study. The strain showed high tolerance to low pH, strong adhesion ability, and antimicrobial activity against Gram-positive pathogenic bacteria. The safety evaluation revealed no hemolytic activity, no gelatinase activity, and susceptibility to various antibiotics except clindamycin. The strain also exhibited low toxicity in Galleria mellonella virulence testing.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
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
Food Science & Technology
Ashwak Abdel-moeim Hassan, Yasser Essam Elenany, Amr Nassrallah, Weiwei Cheng, Ahmed A. Abd El-Maksoud
Summary: The study showed that supplementation of royal jelly can improve the quality of fermented milk by increasing viscosity, water holding capacity, prolonging shelf life, enhancing antioxidant activity, boosting probiotic content, and improving bioactivity.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Carolina Baldisserotto Comerlato, Janira Prichula, Franciele Maboni Siqueira, Ana Carolina Ritter, Ana Paula Muterle Varela, Fabiana Quoos Mayer, Adriano Brandelli
Summary: The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in human health, and probiotic microorganisms have been shown to be beneficial for intestinal health. In this study, researchers sequenced the genome of Enterococcus durans LAB18S, which was isolated from soft cheese and exhibited desirable probiotic properties. They identified genes related to probiotic activity, acid and bile salt tolerance, antimicrobial activity, and utilization of prebiotic fructooligosaccharides (FOS). The strain showed no plasmids, virulence, or antimicrobial resistance genes. These findings support the potential use of E. durans LAB18S as an alternative probiotic formulation.
GENETICS AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biology
Amina Cheikh M'hamed, Karima Ncib, Abderrahmen Merghni, Mariem Migaou, Houda Lazreg, Mejdi Snoussi, Emira Noumi, Mohamed Ben Mansour, Raoui Mounir Maaroufi
Summary: The study aimed to isolate and investigate the probiotic properties of Lacticaseibacillus paracasei L2 from Lben. The results showed that the strain had good adhesion ability, acid and bile salt resistance, as well as significant antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. Based on these findings, the strain could be used for manufacturing fermented foods.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jin Liu, Lu Shi, Xiaohong Tuo, Xinxin Ma, Xinyao Hou, Sijin Jiang, Jia Lv, Yue Cheng, Dagang Guo, Bei Han
Summary: This study characterizes a probiotic bacteria Enterococcus durans A8-1 that can synthesize selenium nanoparticles and demonstrates that these selenium-enriched nanoparticles have anti-inflammatory properties.
JOURNAL OF TRACE ELEMENTS IN MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY
(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
Veterinary Sciences
Natasha J. Williams, Nathan M. Slovis, Nimet S. Browne, Mats H. T. Troedsson, Steeve Giguere, Jorge A. Hernandez
Summary: This study found an association between E. durans and diarrhea in foals, and implementation of enhanced biosecurity measures might help mitigate disease transmission.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Milan Radovanovic, Djordje Jevtic, Michel K. Barsoum, Janki Patel, Igor Dumic
Summary: The article presents a rare case of CIED lead infection caused by Enterococcus durans, which was successfully treated with antibiotics and ICD lead extraction leading to complete recovery. Clinicians should be aware of this rare but potentially devastating infection in patients with native and artificial valves, as well as in those with CIEDs.
MEDICINA-LITHUANIA
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohamed E. El Zowalaty, Bibek Lamichhane, Linda Falgenhauer, Shakeel Mowlaboccus, Oliver T. Zishiri, Stephen Forsythe, Yosra A. Hemly
Summary: This study reports the isolation, molecular detection, and phylogenetic analysis of Enterococcus strains, and identifies multiple antimicrobial resistance genes in these strains. The findings highlight the significance of genomic surveillance in monitoring antimicrobial resistance in food chain animals.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Andrea Laukova, Martin Tomaska, Vladimir Kmet, Viola Strompfova, Monika Pogany Simonova, Emilia Dvoroznakova
Summary: The study focuses on the beneficial properties and safety of Enterococcus durans strains in Slovak ewe's milk lump cheese, indicating potential as promising additives to dairy products.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Vinicius Maggioni dos Santos, Leonardo Capeleto de Andrade, Tales Tiecher, Robson Andreazza, Flavio Anastacio de Oliveira Camargo
Summary: Urban rivers are heavily polluted with metals from human activities, but colonizing plants growing in point bars show potential for phytoremediation by filtering and accumulating contaminants. Plants in Diluvio Stream in Southern Brazil have higher bioaccumulation potential, indicating their ability to stabilize and accumulate metals, providing a natural solution for environmental pollution mitigation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOREMEDIATION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lisiane Martins Volcao, Priscila Cristina Bartolomeu Halicki, Anelise Christ-Ribeiro, Daniela Fernandes Ramos, Eliana Badiale-Furlong, Robson Andreazza, Eduardo Bernardi, Flavio Manoel Rodrigues da Silva Junior
Summary: The hydroalcoholic extract from Lactarius deliciosus inhibited the growth of Monilinia fructicola and reduced phytopathogen mycelial development. Furthermore, the extract exhibited phytotoxicity on Brassica oleracea seeds, affecting germination percentage and growth measures, while showing no cytotoxicity in Vero cell lines.
JOURNAL OF TOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH-PART A-CURRENT ISSUES
(2022)
Article
Soil Science
Filipe Selau Carlos, Naihana Schaffer, Roberta Fogliatto Mariot, Rodrigo Schmitt Fernandes, Cacio Luiz Boechat, Luiz Fernando Wurdig Roesch, Flavio Anastacio de Oliveira Camargo
Summary: The genetic improvement of soybean cultivars more adapted to lowlands and new drainage technologies have led to the increased cultivation of soybean in rotation with irrigated rice in South America. The study found that soybean cultivation resulted in greater mineral N availability, higher extracellular enzyme activity, and microbial diversity compared to irrigated rice. These changes had a direct impact on the development of ryegrass plants, which exhibited higher dry biomass production.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Guilherm Pereira Schoeler, Thays Franca Afonso, Carolina Faccio Demarco, Victor Dos Santos Barboza, Tito Roberto Sant'anna Cadaval Jr, Andrei Valerao Igansi, Marcos Alexandre Gelesky, Janice Luehring Giongo, Rodrigo de Almeida Vaucher, Rafael de Avila Delucis, Robson Andreazza
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had unprecedented impacts on health and the economy, emphasizing the importance of basic sanitation and social equality. This study developed a low-cost and efficient polyurethane biofoam material for the removal of SARS-CoV-2 from water, showing promising results.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
R. B. H. B. Farias, D. Pinto, M. L. Goulart, A. Igansi, L. Loebens, M. Yilmaz, L. F. O. Silva, R. Andreazza, T. R. S. Cadaval, M. S. Quadro
Summary: This study investigates the use of rice waste as an adsorbent to remove lubricating oils from water. Rice husks were prepared using four different techniques and characterized using various analysis methods. The results showed that the adsorbent produced using acid treatment had the largest surface area and the one produced using heat treatment was the most efficient for removing lubricating oil.
JOURNAL OF MATERIAL CYCLES AND WASTE MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Correction
Environmental Sciences
Guilherme Pereira Schoeler, Thays Franca Afonso, Carolina Faccio Demarco, Victor dos Santos Barboza, Tito Roberto Sant'anna Cadaval, Andrei Valerao Igansi, Marcos Alexandre Gelesky, Janice Luehring Giongo, Rodrigo de Almeida Vaucher, Rafael de Avila Delucis, Robson Andreazza
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Cristiano Weinert, Rogerio Oliveira de Sousa, Edegar Mateus Bortowski, Maicon Lages Campelo, David da Silva Pacheco, Lucas Vasconcellos dos Santos, Sidnei Deuner, Glaciele Barbosa Valente, Andre Barros Matos, Veronica Lemos Vargas, Amanda Posselt Martins, Flavio Anastacio de Oliveira Camargo, Filipe Selau Carlos
Summary: In high-yield irrigated rice systems, finding suitable legume cover crop options for biological nitrogen fixation during the period between harvest is important. This study showed that persian clover is a promising legume due to its adaptation to waterlogged soils, and it increased the availability of mineral and microbial nitrogen in the soil. The grain yield of rice was also higher when persian clover was used.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF AGRONOMY
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Carolina Faccio Demarco, Thays Franca Afonso, Simone Pieniz, Filipe Carlos Selau, Fernando Machado Machado, Robson Andreazza
Summary: This research investigated the phytoremediation potential of four aquatic macrophyte species in an urban environment in Southern Brazil. The results showed that H. ranunculoides had the highest bioconcentration factor for heavy metals such as Cu, Zn, Cd, Cr, Ni, and Pb. H. grumosa and S. montevidensis also demonstrated potential for phytoremoval. This study emphasizes the tolerance and potential of these aquatic macrophytes in removing heavy metals, highlighting their application in phytoremediation.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Carolina Faccio Demarco, Daisa Hakbart Bonemann, Anderson Schwingel Ribeiro, Tito Roberto Sant'Anna Cadaval Jr, Marcos Alexandre Gelesky, Marcelo Godinho, Maurizio Silveira Quadro, Simone Pieniz, Robson Andreazza
Summary: Research found that Hydrocotyle ranunculoides demonstrated adaptive response to chromium by restoring photosynthetic pigment, altering functional groups and epidermal cells. Therefore, it is proposed to use a floating biofilter device to utilize this plant species for chromium decontamination.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Josiane Pinheiro Farias, Benedict C. Okeke, Fernanda Dias De Avila, Carolina Faccio Demarco, Marcio Santos Silva, Flavio Anastacio de Oliveira Camargo, Fatima Menezes Bento, Simone Pieniz, Robson Andreazza
Summary: In this study, cellular lipids were produced from sugarcane bagasse using a biotechnology process. Enzymatic hydrolysis of the pre-treated bagasse produced substantial amounts of fermentable sugars. The enrichment of the hydrolysate with specific nutrients resulted in the production of lipids, which can be used for biodiesel production.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Cristiane Ferraz de Azevedo, Daniel Lucas Costa Rodrigues, Leandro Lemos Silveira, Eder Claudio Lima, Alice Goncalves Osorio, Robson Andreazza, Claudio Martin Pereira de Pereira, Tais Poletti, Fernando Machado Machado
Summary: This study presents the preparation of magnetic biochars from waste black wattle sawdust for adsorption of metoprolol medicine. The synthesized magnetic biochars showed high surface area and functional groups, enhancing the adsorption capacity. Kinetic and isothermal models were tested to analyze the adsorption process, and thermodynamics and spectroscopic studies revealed the mechanisms involved. The magnetic biochars can be easily extracted and regenerated.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
Robson Andreazza, Amaia Morales, Simone Pieniz, Jalel Labidi
Summary: Hydrogels, particularly those based on gelatin, have shown great potential as polymers for various applications, such as biomedical purposes and environmental remediation. Gelatin, derived from collagen from the meat industry, adds value to waste materials like cartilage, bones, and skins. The biodegradability, non-toxicity, and easy cross-linking ability of gelatin-based hydrogels further enhance their performance and affordability.
Article
Plant Sciences
Alex Negrini, Rodrigo Ferreira da Silva, Clovis Orlando Da Ros, Paola Daiane Welter, Ana Paula da Silva, Daniel Boeno, Robson Andreazza
Summary: This study investigated the bioconcentration and bioaccumulation of copper in eucalyptus species and their effects on plant physiology. The results showed that eucalyptus species have a high potential for growing in soils with high copper concentrations and for copper bioremediation. The root system is the main site of copper accumulation, with Eucalyptus saligna showing the least toxicity and better physiological effects. Copper levels increased with higher doses, particularly in Eucalyptus grandis and Eucalyptus saligna species. These species have a high capacity for copper bioaccumulation in the root system and are suitable for growing in copper-contaminated sites, contributing to the reduction of free copper in the environment.
JOURNAL OF PLANT NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Guilherme Pereira Schoeler, Benedict C. Okeke, Thays Franca Afonso, Carolina Faccio Demarco, Daisa Hakbart Bonemann, Anderson Schwingel Ribeiro, Maurizio Silveira Quadro, Simone Pieniz, Rafael de Avila Delucis, Tito Roberto Sant 'Anna Cadaval Jr, Robson Andreazza
Summary: This study evaluates the effectiveness of rigid polyurethane foam - green liquor dregs composite for removing Cr(III) from water. The results show that green liquor dregs can effectively remove chromium from water and can be used to construct a dregs-PU hybrid material for potential extraction of Cr(III).
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ewelina Bigoraj, Iwona Kozyra, Agnieszka Kaupke, Zbigniew Osinski, James Lowther, Artur Rzezutka
Summary: The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of human enteric viruses in mussels sold on the Polish market and study the fecal contamination of shellfish. The study found that human enteric viruses were commonly present in shellfish, with norovirus being the most frequently detected. The study also observed a seasonal distribution pattern of viruses in shellfish samples.
Editorial Material
Food Science & Technology
Bojan Blagojevic, Lis Alban Denmark
Article
Food Science & Technology
Indy Magnus, Fatemeh Abbasi, Hugo Thienpont, Lien Smeesters
Summary: Food safety and quality are increasingly important in our society, driving the development of novel optical food sensing technologies. However, current optical sensing technologies are often limited in their sensitivity and product variability. In this study, we developed a novel pistachio nut screening methodology using fluorescence spectroscopy and advanced chemometrics to simultaneously detect shells, tree parts, and aflatoxins. By optimizing hardware and software parameters, we achieved a high classification accuracy for healthy pistachio kernels.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xiaodong Wang, Jingqiang Yu, Haixia Wu, Leiying Wu, Wuyunga Borjihan, Cong Wang, Munkhjargal Burenjargal, Alideertu Dong
Summary: This study developed a novel photon-phonon coupling (PPC) cold sterilization technology and compared its effects with low-temperature pasteurization and microwave ultraviolet. The results showed that PPC effectively reduced bacterial count in raw milk with minimal impact on milk quality and nutritional composition.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Riyadh Abdulmalek Hassan, Sharina Abu Hanifah, Lee Yook Heng, Fawaz Al-badaii, Alizar Ulianas
Summary: This study used bibliometric visualisation map analysis to explore the publication outputs, trends, and hotspots for endocrine disruptors (EDMs) biosensor development in relation to mycotoxins. The analysis showed that the current literature primarily focuses on developing biosensors for detecting highly toxic and widely distributed mycotoxins in food, but there needs to be more focus on biosensors for detecting mycotoxins known as endocrine disruptors.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yajie Zheng, Jianpeng Dou, Changpo Sun, Hujun Liu, Shipei Zhang, Wenfu Wu
Summary: This study investigated the efficiency of modified SA/ll-glucan/Mt microsphere adsorbents in removing DON and ZEN from CSL. The microspheres showed high adsorption capacity, and simple and rapid regeneration was achieved without affecting the removal efficiency of mycotoxins from CSL.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Carlos Adelantado, Jose Angel Salatti-Dorado, Carlos Herrera, Lourdes Arce, Maria Jose Cardador
Summary: High-performance-ion mobility spectrometry (HPIMS) was used for the first time in the analysis of olive oil samples, following a simple liquid-liquid extraction procedure. The developed methodology is user-friendly, fast, and inexpensive, complying with the principles of green chemistry. The proposed approach, combined with multivariate analysis, showed potential in classifying olive oil samples based on their organoleptic quality, with high accuracy rates.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jia-Wen Wei, Jia-Rong He, Shi-Yi Chen, Yi-Han Guo, Xuan-Zhu Huo, Nuan Zheng, Shuo-Hui Cao, Yao-Qun Li
Summary: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are a major cause of human cancer. This study developed a quantitative analysis method for PAH4 using the back propagation neural network (BPNN) algorithm and constant wavelength synchronous fluorescence (CWSF) spectra as the data sets. The method can predict the concentrations of PAH4 in edible oil samples without preprocessing or pre-separation. It has been proven to be a powerful tool for the rapid detection of PAH4.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Liyun Chen, Xiumei Li, Jingyi Chen, Ranxun Lin, Yuhan Mai, Yuxin Lin, Guodong Wang, Zheng Chen, Wei Zhang, Jiang Wang, Cai Yuan, Longguang Jiang, Peng Xu, Mingdong Huang
Summary: Food spoilage is primarily caused by microbial contamination. Curcumin has shown moderate antimicrobial activity as a food preservative. This study formulates curcumin with zinc acetate to enhance its efficacy, resulting in Cur-Zn with increased antimicrobial activity against multiple food-contaminating bacteria and fungi. With light illumination, the antimicrobial activity of Cur-Zn is further enhanced due to the photodynamic inactivation (PDI) effect.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Marta Pilar Ortiz-Moriano, Gonzalo Machado-Schiaffino, Eva Garcia-Vazquez, Alba Ardura
Summary: Mislabelling in the global fisheries sector raises concerns about the identity, safety, and sustainability of seafood products. This study examined mislabelling in shrimps and prawns sold in the Spanish market and assessed potential risks of heavy metal ingestion.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Doyeon Kim, Jinwoo Kim, Minsik Kim
Summary: This study demonstrates the enhanced bactericidal activity of engineered lysins fused with amphipathic antimicrobial peptides against Gram-negative bacterium Cronobacter sakazakii. The fusion lysins are capable of disrupting bacterial cells and significantly reducing the risk of infection within a certain range of temperature and pH. Additionally, the study also shows the bactericidal effect of these fusion lysins against other Gram-negative pathogens.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Seul-Ki Park, Kyung-Jin Cho, Du-Min Jo, Young-Mog Kim
Summary: This study presents a new approach for detecting pathogenic Vibrio spp. in contaminated seafood, which combines PCR with a simplified DNA extraction process and pre-culturing step. The method has been validated and shown to be efficient, time-saving, and highly sensitive, offering a potential alternative for improving safety measures in the food industry.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Suwimol Surareungchai, Chaleeda Borompichaichartkul, Chitsiri Rachtanapun, Nutthachai Pongprasert, Pongphen Jitareerat, Varit Srilaong
Summary: This study builds upon previous research and focuses on risk assessment and analysis in the organic salad industry. The results show that previous risk matrix models can be adapted for various raw materials, and preventive control plans can be applied across different aspects of the production process.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xuan Zhang, Changling Fang, Xiaoyi Lou, Feng Han, Siman Li, Yongfu Shi, Dongmei Huang
Summary: This study aimed to assess the levels of Biogenic amines (BAs) in four common food types in the Chinese market. It was found that cheese and seafood derived product showed higher levels of BAs, and the histamine level in mackerel and yellow rice wine exceeded the limits.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Martina Foschi, Alessandra Biancolillo, Federico Marini, Francesco Cosentino, Francesca Di Donato, Angelo Antonio D'Archivio
Summary: This study aimed to develop a potentially non-destructive and routine-compatible method for the geographical traceability of high-valued Italian chickpeas. By analyzing the spectral information of the outer and inner parts of the kernels, it was found that the spectral analysis of the outer part yielded accurate and reliable results, indicating the possibility of non-destructive authentication.