Agro-industrial valorization of pineapple crown for producing high optical purity of d-(-)-lactic acid near theoretical maximum yield with minimal by-products in low-cost medium by metabolically engineered .

Pineapple crowns (PIC), a lignocellulosic agro-industrial waste, hold promising potential as a sustainable feedstock for microbial biochemicals production. PIC is discarded on land posing environmental issues due to microbial spoilages and landfills. However, limited research has been conducted on the valorization of PIC.

Moisture-dependent cold plasma pretreatment enhances allergen Ara h 1 reduction during heat processing in peanuts.

Food allergy affects millions worldwide, with peanuts being a common allergen. Atmospheric cold plasma (ACP) shows potential for reducing allergens by modifying protein structures but faces challenges in penetrating solid foods. This study investigates how internal moisture enhances ACP penetration and allergen reduction in peanuts.

Surface modification of alginate sponge using tannic acid and dodecanethiol for diesel oil spill separation from water.

An environmentally friendly absorbent sponge was successfully developed for diesel spill remediation via alginate polymer crosslinking followed by surface modification using tannic acid and dodecanethiol (TA/Do). The optimal sponge was obtained with a 3 h crosslinking duration, achieving a balance between absorption performance and structural durability, while longer crosslinking times led to increased density and reduced efficiency. Surface modification imparted hydrophobicity to the alginate sponge, confirmed by a water contact angle of 120.

Utilizing atmospheric pressure plasma-modified soy protein isolate as a phosphate substitute to improve the rheological properties of meatballs (kung-wan).

This study explores the potential of plasma-modified soy protein isolate (SPI) as a phosphate replacer to reduce the use of food additives in meatballs (kung-wan). Our findings demonstrate that plasma treatment altered SPI's physicochemical properties, decreasing surface hydrophobicity, free sulfhydryl content, particle size distribution, zeta potential, and thermal stability. Circular dichroism spectroscopy demonstrated an elevated α-helix content in air and nitrogen plasma-treated SPI, alongside a reduction in random coil contents.

Unlocking the potential of bacterial cellulose: synthesis, functionalization, and industrial impact.

In recent years, bacterial cellulose (BC), a crystalline and nanoscale fibrillar polymer, has garnered significant interest due to its superior physical, chemical, and mechanical properties compared to plant cellulose. Inherent features of BC, which include high biodegradability, mechanical strength, and biocompatibility, make it a suitable material for use in a wide variety of applications, particularly in the domains of biomedicine and environmental science. However, realizing its full potential requires targeted chemical or physical modifications.

Unlocking the Potential of Gallic Acid-Based Metal Phenolic Networks for Innovative Adsorbent Design.

Metal phenolic networks (MPNs) have attracted significant attention due to their environmentally benign nature, broad compatibility, and universal adhesive properties, making them highly effective for modifying adsorbent surfaces. These supramolecular complexes are formed through the coordination of metal ions with natural phenolic ligands, resulting in stable structures while retaining the active adsorption sites of the ligands, thereby enhancing the adsorption performance of unmodified substrates. Among various MPNs, metal ion gallic acid (GA) networks are particularly well-known for their exceptional stability, biological activity, and superior adsorption ability.

Influence of sequential inoculation on physicochemical properties, microbial community, and flavor metabolites of pineapple wine by non-Saccharomyces yeast and lactic acid bacteria.

Background: Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a popular subtropical fruit, but its acidic taste reduces the overall acceptability of fermented pineapple wine. In this study, juice from 'Cayenne' pineapple was inoculated with Hanseniaspora uvarum and Saccharomyces cerevisiae for alcoholic fermentation, followed by malolactic fermentation (MLF) with lactic acid bacteria (LAB). Physicochemical properties, microbial community, and flavor metabolites of the products were analyzed.

Exploiting Mixed Waste Office Paper Containing Lignocellulosic Fibers for Alternatively Producing High-Value Succinic Acid by Metabolically Engineered KJ122.

Succinic acid is applied in many chemical industries in which it can be produced through microbial fermentation using lignocellulosic biomasses. Mixed-waste office paper (MWOP) containing lignocellulosic fibers is enormously generated globally. MWOP is recycled into toilet paper and cardboard, but the recovery process is costly.

Aromatic compounds and organic acids identified from Ganoderma formosanum exhibit synergistic anti-melanogenic effects.

This study reveals the anti-tyrosinase activity of Ganoderma formosanum extracts, pinpointing compounds including gluconic acid, mesalamine, L-pyroglutamic acid, esculetin, 5-hydroxyindole, and salicylic acid, as effective melanin production inhibitors in melanoma cells and zebrafish embryos. Furthermore, multiple molecular docking simulations provided insights into interactions between the identified compounds and tyrosinase, increasing binding affinity up to -16.36 kcal/mol.

Comparative Efficacy of Extracts in Scar Inhibition and Skin Regeneration: A Study on UV Protection, Collagen Synthesis, and Fibroblast Proliferation.

is a red macroalga known for its bioactive compounds with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin-regenerative properties. The study aimed to examine their effects on UV protection, collagen synthesis, fibroblast proliferation, and pigmentation modulation. Bioactive compounds were extracted using two solvents, producing ethanol extract (FE) and alkaline extracts (AE).

Enhancing Antioxidant Benefits of Kombucha Through Optimized Glucuronic Acid by Selected Symbiotic Fermentation Culture.

Kombucha, a functional beverage rich in glucuronic acid, is fermented in the presence of acetic acid bacteria and yeast as the primary microorganisms. Glucuronic acid is recognized for its various physiological benefits, such as detoxification, antioxidation, and anti-inflammation. To optimize the glucuronic acid content in kombucha, various strain combinations by selecting fermented sources were accomplished.

In situ modification of foaming bacterial cellulose with chitosan and its application to active food packaging.

Owing to a lack of specific biological functions, bacterial cellulose (BC) has been restricted in its application to the field of active packaging. In this study, we developed antimicrobial packaging materials using foaming BC (FBC) with chitosan (CS) and applied it to the preservation of chilled sea bass. The material property analysis demonstrated that 1.

Valorization of broiler edible byproducts: a chicken-liver hydrolysate with hepatoprotection against binge drinking.

Over 10,000 metric-ton broiler livers are produced annually in Taiwan. Concerning unpleasant odor and healthy issue, broiler livers are not attractive to consumers. Although the patented chicken-liver hydrolysates (CLHs) through pepsin digestion possess several biofunctionalities, there is no study on hepatoprotection of CLH-based formula capsule (GBHP01) against binge drinking (Whiskey, 50% Alc.

Harnessing Fermented Soymilk Production by a Newly Isolated F3 to Enhance Antioxidant Level with High Antimicrobial Activity against Food-Borne Pathogens during Co-Culture.

In this study, a newly isolated F3 was used as probiotic starter for producing fermented soymilk to enhance antioxidant properties with high antimicrobial activity against food-borne pathogens. The objectives of this study were to investigate optimized fermentation parameters of soymilk for enhancing antioxidant property by F3 and to assess the dynamic antimicrobial activity of the fermented soymilk during co-culturing against candidate food-borne pathogens. Based on central composite design (CCD) methodology, the maximum predicted percentage of antioxidant activity was 78.

Promoting the Aging Process and Enhancing the Production of Antioxidant Components of Garlic through Pulsed Electric Field Treatments.

Shortening the aging duration and enhancing the functional components of garlic present significant technical challenges that need to be addressed. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the potential role of pulsed electric field (PEF) treatment, a novel nonthermal food processing method, in promoting and enhancing the functional attributes of aged garlic. Our results showed that 2-4 kV/cm PEF pretreatment increased S-allyl cysteine (SAC), total polyphenol (TPC), and flavonoid contents (TFC) compared with un-pretreated garlic during aging.

Glycine-rich peptides from fermented Chenopodium formosanum sprout as an antioxidant to modulate the oxidative stress.

Rhizopus oligosporus was utilized in the solid-state fermentation of Chenopodiumformosanumsprouts (FCS) in a bioreactor. Subsequently, the antioxidant activity of food proteins derived from FCS was investigated. Results showed that glycine-rich peptide (GGGGGKP, G-rich peptide), identified from the <2 kDa FCS proteins, had antioxidant values.

Identification of anti-fibrotic and pro-apoptotic bioactive compounds from Ganoderma formosanum and their possible mechanisms in modulating TGF-β1-induced lung fibrosis.

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: The Compendium of Materia Medica and the Classic of Materia Medica, the two most prominent records of traditional Chinese medicine, documented the therapeutic benefits of Ganoderma sinense particularly in addressing pulmonary-related ailments. Ganoderma formosanum, an indigenous subspecies of G. sinense from Taiwan, has demonstrated the same therapeutic properties.

Evaluation of the amelioration effect of Ganoderma formosanum extract on delaying PM2.5 damage to lung macrophages.

Scope: Particulate matter (PM) contains toxic organic matter and heavy metals that enter the entire body through blood flow and may cause mortality. Ganoderma formosanum mycelium, a valuable traditional Chinese medicine that has been used since ancient times, contains various active ingredients that can effectively impede inflammatory responses on murine alveolar macrophages induced by PM particles.

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Production of bacterial cellulose (BC)/nisin composite with enhanced antibacterial and mechanical properties through co-cultivation of Komagataeibacter xylinum and Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis.

By employing co-cultivation technique on Komagataeibacter xylinum and Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis, bacterial cellulose (BC)/nisin films with improved antibacterial activity and mechanical properties were successfully produced. The findings demonstrated that increased nisin production is associated with an upregulation of gene expression.

Modification of cellulosic adsorbent via iron-based metal phenolic networks coating for efficient removal of chromium ion.

Surface modification of durian rind cellulose (DCell) was done by utilizing the strong coordination effect of polyphenol-based metal phenolic networks (MPNs). MPNs from Fe(III)-tannic acid (FTN) and Fe(III)-gallic acid (FGN) were coated on DCell via a self-assembly reaction at pH 8, resulting in adsorbent composites of FTN@DCell and FGN@DCell for removal of Cr(VI). Batch adsorption experiments revealed that FTN coating resulted in an adsorbent composite with higher adsorption capacity than FGN coating, owing to the greater number of additional adsorption sites from phenolic hydroxyl groups of tannic acid.

Biocompatible and antibacterial poly(lactic acid)/cellulose nanofiber‑silver nanoparticle biocomposites prepared via Pickering emulsion method.

Developing biocompatible and antibacterial materials with biodegradable polymers is an ideal strategy to improve public health problems and plastic pollution simultaneously. In the present study, novel biocompatible and antibacterial poly (-lactic acid) (PLLA, coded as P)/TEMPO-oxidized cellulose nanofiber (TOCNF, coded as T)‑silver nanoparticle (AgNP, coded as A) films were first developed. The core/shell PT Pickering emulsion was prepared by sonication treatment.

Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Oxidative Effects of Polysaccharides Extracted from Unripe L. Fruit.

This study evaluated the antioxidative and anti-inflammatory activities of polysaccharides extracted from unripe L. (papaya) fruit. Three papaya polysaccharide (PP) fractions, namely PP-1, PP-2, and PP-3, with molecular weights of 2252, 2448, and 3741 kDa, containing abundant xylose, galacturonic acid, and mannose constituents, respectively, were obtained using diethylaminoethyl-Sepharose™ anion exchange chromatography.

Enhanced exopolysaccharide production of Cordyceps militaris via mycelial cell immobilization on plastic composite support in repeated-batch fermentation.

Repeated-batch fermentation with fungal mycelia immobilized in plastic composite support (PCS) eliminates the lag phase during fermentation and improves metabolite productivity. The strategy is implemented herein, and a novel modified PCS is developed to enhance exopolysaccharide (EPS) production from the medicinal fungus Cordyceps militaris. A modified PCS (SYE + PCS) was made by compositing polypropylene (PP) with a nutrient mixture containing soybean hull, peptone, yeast extract, and minerals (SYE+).

Alleviation of PM2.5-induced alveolar macrophage inflammation using extract of fermented Chenopodium formosanum Koidz sprouts via regulation of NF-κB pathway.

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Particulate matter 2.5 (PM2.5) is a dangerous airborne pollutant that has become a global issue due to its detrimental effect on macrophages.