Chemical composition and functional properties of protein-polyphenol complexes from purple rice: Effects of alkaline and enzymatic extraction.

Protein-polyphenol complexes have attracted increasing attention in the development of novel food ingredients owing to their potential health benefits. Purple rice (Oryza Sativa L.) is rich in proteins and polyphenols, particularly anthocyanins.

A dynamic early-warning method for bridge structural safety based on data reconstruction and depth prediction.

The structural response of bridges involves a complex interplay of various coupled effects, rendering the identification of long-term variation trends inherently challenging. Consequently, effectively detecting and alerting abnormal monitoring data for bridge structures under complex coupled loads remains a significant difficulty. To address this issue, this study proposes a dynamic early-warning method for bridge structural safety, leveraging data reconstruction and deep learning-based prediction.

Therapeutic Potential of Quadrigemine I Against Lymphoma: Mechanistic Insights from Cell Lines and Xenograft Models Demonstrating DNA Damage, Oxidative Stress, and Pathway Regulation.

Lymphoma is one of the malignant tumors that significantly threatens human health. Quadrigemine I, an indole alkaloid derived from the leaves of , has been studied for its potential anti-tumor properties, but its mechanisms remain poorly understood. The CCK-8 assay was used to determine the cytotoxic effect of quadrigemine I on lymphoma cells.

The Anti-Inflammatory Effects and Molecular Mechanism of Essential Oil: A Combined GC-MS and Network Pharmacology Study.

This study investigated the chemical composition and anti-inflammatory effects of essential oils extracted from flower, , Brazilian , , , and using steam distillation and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Their anti-inflammatory activities were assessed in LPS-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells.

The Kinetics of Mesophyll Conductance and Photorespiration During Light Induction.

Mesophyll conductance to CO () act as a significant limiting factor influencing the CO assimilation rate () during photosynthetic induction. However, the effect of vapor pressure deficit (VPD) on kinetics during light induction is not well clarified. We combined gas exchange with chlorophyll fluorescence measurements to assess the induction kinetics of during light induction under contrasting vapor pressure deficit (VPD) in two tree species with different stomatal conductance () behavior, and .

6'-O-caffeoylarbutin attenuates D-galactose-induced brain and liver damage in aging mice via regulating SIRT1/NF-κB pathway.

Background: Aging-related liver and brain damage caused by oxidative stress and inflammation significantly impacts health and quality of life. Natural bioactive compounds, such as 6'-O-caffeoylarbutin (CA), which is primarily distributed in Vaccinium species, have been studied for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This study aims to investigate the protective effect on liver and brain damage induced by D-galactose (D-gal) in mice and to explore its potential molecular mechanisms.

Light Intensity Dependence of CO Assimilation Is More Related to Biochemical Capacity Rather than Diffusional Conductance.

The response of CO assimilation rate () to incident light intensity reflects the efficiency of light utilization. The light intensity dependence of varies widely among different plant species, yet the underlying mechanisms remain poorly understood. To elucidate this issue, we measured the light intensity dependence of gas exchange and chlorophyll fluorescence in twelve tree species.

Liposome-mediated encapsulation of probiotics: current status, challenges and future directions.

Probiotics play a crucial role in maintaining human health, particularly in intestinal health. However, their application has been hindered by issues related to their stability, survival through the gastrointestinal tract, and effective delivery to target sites. Encapsulating probiotics within liposomes not only protects them from environmental factors such as light, oxygen, and temperature but also shields them from harmful influences like gastric acid and bile.

Microwave processing effect on salt reduction and saltiness enhancement in muscle foods: A review.

Muscle foods are key ingredients in food manufacturing and catering. Sodium in muscle foods mainly comes from salt, which plays various roles, such as a preservative, a flavor enhancer and water retention agent, but excessive intake is a global health issue. Therefore, salt reduction and salty taste enhancement in muscle foods have become a serious topic.

Study on the Preparation and Electrochemical Properties of LiFeMnPO Coated with Bamboo Shaving-Based Carbon.

LiFeMnPO (0 < < 1) has a high operating voltage range and theoretical energy density, but its actual capacity decreased due to its low electronic conductivity. To overcome this problem, we successfully prepared LiFeMnPO/C (LFMP/C) with a uniform carbon coating by a one-step solvothermal method using bamboo shavings as the carbon source. The results showed that heating at a reaction temperature of 180 °C for 18 h was the optimal synthesis condition to obtain LFMP/C.

-Derived Near-Infrared Carbon Dots for Bioimaging and Antimicrobial Applications.

The use of biomass feedstocks for producing high-value-added chemicals is gaining significant attention in the academic community. In this study, near-infrared carbon dots (NIR-CDs) with antimicrobial and bioimaging functions were prepared from branches and leaves using a novel green synthesis approach. The spectral properties of the synthesized NIR-CDs were characterized by ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis) absorption and fluorescence spectroscopy.

Chitosan-Based Porous Carbon Materials with Built-In Lewis Acid Boron Sites for Enhanced CO Capture and Conversion via an Electron-Inducing Effect.

Electron-induced effects, which are prevalent in adsorption and heterogeneous catalytic reactions, can significantly influence the state and uptake of adsorbates. Here, we demonstrate the in situ doping of electron-deficient boron into the backbone of chitosan-based porous carbon materials. Despite a reduction in specific surface area, the resulting boron-doped porous carbons (NBPCs) exhibit an enhanced CO adsorption performance, with sample NBPC-10 achieving CO adsorption capacities of 7.

Aluminium-sodium targeted co-doping to boost the electrochemical stability of full concentration gradient Ni-rich LiNiCoMnO cathodes.

Structural engineering of full concentration gradient (FCG) offers promising prospects for improving the interface and thermal stability of Ni-rich layered cathodes. However, the Ni content in the core of FCG cathode particle is higher than that on the surface, resulting in rapid structural deterioration at the particle core during cycling. To directionally strengthen the structural stability at the cores of FCG cathode particles, this study proposes a dual-cation targeted co-doping strategy that coordinates gradient Al doping with uniform Na doping.

Lead regulation of electronic properties and local structure of palladium (111) facet for enhanced direct hydrogen peroxide synthesis.

Direct synthesis of hydrogen peroxide (DSHP) from oxygen (O) and hydrogen (H) offers a promising alternative to anthraquinone oxidation for hydrogen peroxide (HO) production, yet challenges remain in achieving high selectivity and productivity. In this study, palladium octahedral nanoparticles (Pd ONPs) exposing Pd(111) facets were first synthesized, followed by the introduction of lead (Pb) atoms onto these facets to construct Pb-Pd(111) surface alloy structures (Pd@Pd-Pbx ONPs) for efficient DSHP. Characterization results indicated that the introduction of Pb atoms increased the electron density of Pd atoms and significantly reduced the number of low-coordinated Pd atoms.

Phase Engineering of Zirconia Support Promotes the Catalytic Dehydrogenation of Formic Acid by Pd Active Sites.

The development of Pd-based catalysts with outstanding activity and stability can further promote the hydrogen storage application of formic acid (FA). Regulating the support structure is an effective strategy for enhancing active sites in heterogeneous catalytic systems. This study prepared three types of nanosized ZrO through phase engineering to support Pd metal and investigated the implications of support structure on the microenvironment of active sites, thus revealing the structure-activity relationship of the catalysts.

Goat Milk Protein-Derived ACE Inhibitory Peptide SLPQ Exerts Hypertension Alleviation Effects Partially by Regulating the Inflammatory Stress of Endothelial Cells.

Hypertension has always posed a severe threat to people's health. Food-derived angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE)-inhibitory peptides have the potential to both prevent and treat hypertension. In the current investigation, two ACE-inhibitory peptides (SLPQ and PYVRYL) from goat milk were studied for their endothelial effects using EA.

Inhibition of inorganic chlorinated byproducts formation during electrooxidation treatment of saline phenolic wastewater via synergistic cathodic generation of HO.

The electrochemical treatment of saline wastewater is prone to the formation of inorganic chlorinated byproducts, being a significant challenge for this technology. In this study, we introduce an electrooxidation system utilizing a self-supporting nitrogen-doped carbon-based cathode embedded in carbon cloth (N@C-CC), designed to generate H₂O₂. This system aims to rapidly neutralize free chlorine produced at the anode, a precursor to inorganic chlorinated byproducts, thereby reducing their formation.

Prediction of the postharvest quality of Boletus wild mushrooms stored with mesoporous silica nanoparticles antibacterial film using Long Short-Term Memory model combined with the Northern Goshawk Optimization (NGO-LSTM).

This study aimed to address the challenge of extending the shelf life of Boletus wild mushrooms, which are prone to environmental and microbial contamination. An antibacterial film composed of polylactic acid (PLA) and mesoporous silica nanoparticles loaded with citral (CMP film) was developed for this purpose. Fifteen quality indices were assessed, and the data were integrated using AHP and TOPSIS to evaluate the film's efficacy.

Current trends and perspectives on salty and salt taste-enhancing peptides: A focus on preparation, evaluation and perception mechanisms of salt taste.

Long-term excessive intake of sodium negatively impacts human health. Effective strategies to reduce sodium content in foods include the use of salty and salt taste-enhancing peptides, which can reduce sodium intake without compromising the flavor or salt taste. Salty and salt taste-enhancing peptides naturally exist in various foods and predominantly manifest as short-chain peptides consisting of < 10 amino acids.

Investigation on the mechanism of androsta-4,6,8,14-tetraene-3,11,16-trione against acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Steroids are potential anti-leukemia agents, and Epigynum auritum is a Yunnan folk medicine with high levels of androsterone, pregnane, and steroid derivatives. However, the underlying therapeutic mechanism of androsta-4,6,8,14-tetraene-3,11,16-trione (ATT), an androsterone isolated from Epigynum auritum, is not yet clear. This study aimed to explore the anti-leukemia mechanism of ATT using molecular biology, network pharmacology, and molecular docking technology.

Soluble dietary fiber from (Munro) Kurz shoot improves liver injury by regulating gut microbial disorder in mice.

Bamboo shoot has long been regarded as a nutritious and healthy food. It is low in calorie and rich in high-quality dietary fiber (DF), making them a potential DF resource. However, the protective mechanism of soluble dietary fibers from (Munro) Kurz shoot (DS-SDF) on methionine and choline deficient (MCD) diet-induced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is still unclear.

Quality and Flavor Difference in Dry-Cured Meat Treated with Low-Sodium Salts: An Emphasis on Magnesium.

The present study aimed to develop low-sodium curing agents for dry-cured meat products. Four low-sodium formulations (SPMA, SPM, SP, and SM) were used for dry-curing meat. The physicochemical properties and flavor of the dry-cured meat were investigated.

Study on Pyrolysis Characteristics of Phosphate Tailings under HO Atmosphere.

The pyrolysis separation of calcium and magnesium from phosphate tailings is an important process due to its high-value resource utilization. In this paper, aiming to address the problems of high energy consumption, a slow decomposition rate and the low activity of decomposition products in the high-temperature pyrolysis of phosphate tailings, the medium-temperature pyrolysis of phosphate tailings under a HO atmosphere was carried out, and the phase reconstruction and activation of pyrolysis process were discussed. The results showed that compared with N, air and CO atmospheres, the pyrolysis process of phosphate tailings in a HO atmosphere was changed from two stages to one stage, the starting decomposition temperature was reduced to 500 °C and the decomposition time was shortened to 30 min.

Zn promoted GaZrO Ternary Solid Solution Oxide Combined with SAPO-34 Effectively Converts CO to Light Olefins with Low CO Selectivity.

We proposed a new strategy for CO hydrogenation to prepare light olefins by introducing Zn into GaZrO to construct ZnGaZrO ternary oxides, which was combined with SAPO-34 to prepare a high-performance ZnGaZrO/SAPO-34 tandem catalyst for CO hydrogenation to light olefins. By optimizing the Zn doping content, the ratio and mode of the two-phase composite, and the process conditions, the 3.5 %ZnGaZrO/SAPO-34 tandem catalyst showed excellent catalytic performance and good high-temperature inhibition of the reverse water-gas shift (RWGS) reaction.