Variations in conventional and non-conventional semen characteristics of selected rabbit breeds.

This article strove to characterize and compare biochemical, oxidative, bacteriological and immunological semen properties in Zemplin, Liptov Baldspotted and New Zealand rabbits. Besides, bacteria were characterized using the matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry. Oxidative profile of semen was assessed using chemiluminescent and colorimetric protocols.

Accelerated wound healing with topical formulation based on Lobularia maritima essential oil: A rat model study.

This study investigated the wound-healing effect of the essential oil of Lobularia maritima (LmEO) in a rat model. The animals were divided into three groups (n = 8): control (physiological saline), positive control (Centella cream), and LmEO cream treatment. The wound closure rates were measured over 14 days, and the healed wounds were histologically analyzed.

Antimicrobial Effects of Essential Oil and Its Application in Food Preservation.

The emergence of antimicrobial resistance and the increasing demand for a healthier lifestyle have set new goals for science and industry. In the search for new, more effective, and environmentally friendly antimicrobial agents, special attention is being paid to natural resources. In this regard, essential oils derived from plants, which are widely used in the cosmetic, food, and pharmaceutical industries, are one of the solutions.

Enhancing salt and drought tolerance in marker-free transgenic durum wheat through overexpression.

Unlabelled: The gene family () comprises plant-specific genes that play crucial roles in plant development and defense mechanisms against a plethora of abiotic and biotic stressors. As revealed in our previous study, transcripts from durum wheat are induced by a range of stressors and its heterologous expression improved stress tolerance in yeast cells. Here we have focused on role in its host species, var.

Age-related changes in semen characteristics of selected Slovak geese breeds.

This paper strove to characterize and compare ejaculates collected from two geese breeds over the period of two years in the context of selected traditional, biochemical, oxidative, bacteriological, and immunological properties. Slovak white and Suchovy ganders were selected for sperm quality evaluation, while bacteria were characterized using the matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry. Oxidative profile of semen was assessed using chemiluminescent and colorimetric protocols.

NF-Y Transcription Factors: Key Players in Biotic and Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Plants.

Research on biologically active compounds has significantly expanded, driven by the goal of enhancing plant protection against diverse environmental stresses. Plants serve as invaluable resources for studying these compounds, as their immune system relies on a complex network of peptides, proteins, and hormones. Among the key transcription factor (TF) families involved in plant stress responses; the nuclear factor-Y (NF-Y) family plays a pivotal role in modulating gene expression under environmental stresses.

Phycobilins Versatile Pigments with Wide-Ranging Applications: Exploring Their Uses, Biological Activities, Extraction Methods and Future Perspectives.

Phycobiliproteins (PBPs), captivating water-soluble proteins found in cyanobacteria, red algae, and cryptophytes, continue to fascinate researchers and industries due to their unique properties and multifaceted applications. These proteins consist of chromophores called phycobilins (PBs), covalently linked to specific protein subunits. Major phycobiliproteins include phycocyanin (PC), allophycocyanin (APC), and phycoerythrin (PE), each distinguished by distinct absorption and emission spectra.

Medicinal Plants Against Dental Caries: Research and Application of Their Antibacterial Properties.

Dental caries remains one of the most widespread global health concerns, significantly affecting both oral and overall health. Conventional treatments typically rely on chemical-based products which, although effective, are often associated with undesirable side effects such as tooth staining, altered taste, and the development of antimicrobial resistance. As a response, plant-based natural alternatives have gained attention as promising strategies for the prevention and management of dental caries.

Durum wheat nuclear factor Y (NF-Y) a subfamily: structure, phylogeny, and expression analysis in response to hormones and abiotic stresses.

Nuclear factor-Y (NF-Y) transcription factors are heterotrimeric complexes that are widely distributed in eukaryotes and play essential roles in many biological processes. Although NF-YA proteins have been characterized in numerous plants, their contribution to the response of durum wheat (Triticum turgidum ssp. durum) to environmental factors has not been reported.

Risk Factors Associated with the Seroprevalence of Leptospirosis in Small Ruminants from a Semi-Arid Region of Mexico.

Leptospirosis is one of the world's major neglected tropical zoonotic diseases (NTZDs), implicated in animal health and welfare with economic consequences for livestock production. This study aims to estimate the seroprevalence of spp. and identify potential risk factors in small ruminant herds.

Genome-Wide Identification of the Defensin Gene Family in and Assessment of Its Response to Environmental Stresses.

Plant defensins (PDFs) are a group of cationic antimicrobial peptides that are distinguished by their unique tertiary structure and play significant roles in physiological metabolism, growth, and stress tolerance. Defensins are key components of plant innate immunity; they can target a wide variety of microorganisms. This study aimed to identify and investigate the role of PDFs () in response to environmental stresses.

Enhancing Commercial Gourmet Oil Quality: The Role of Dried Cayenne Pepper Red ( L.) as a Natural Additive.

This study assessed the potential of dried Cayenne pepper (CP; L.) as a natural additive to rice bran oil (RBO), grape seed oil (GSO), and virgin olive oil (OO). Key analyses included peroxide and acid values, oxidative stability (Rancimat method), the composition of fatty acids (FAs) (GC-FID method), antioxidant activity (AA; DPPH method), and antimicrobial properties (disc diffusion method).

Encapsulation of Capsaicin in Oil-In-Water Nanoemulsion: Optimization by a Mixture Design and Its Application in Merguez Sausage Preservation.

In this research work, a mixture design was applied to optimize the encapsulation of capsaicin in oil-water-nanoemulsion using almond gum, pea protein isolate, and citrus pectin as independent variables. Therefore, results indicated that the cubic, special cubic, and quartic models were the most adequate to describe the variation of responses as a function of independent variables. Therefore, the pea protein isolate showed the highest effect on mean droplet size, polydispersity index, ξ-potential, and antioxidant activities.

Age-Related Dynamics in the Conventional, Non-Conventional, and Bacteriological Characteristics of Fresh and Liquid-Stored Porcine Semen.

This study strove to investigate the effect of boar age on conventional and non-conventional quality traits of fresh and liquid-stored semen. Sixty boars were allocated into 3 groups: 8-12 months (young); 24-36 months (adult); and 48-60 months (senior). Ejaculates were divided into two parts; the first one was assessed in native state while the second one was extended in the Androstar Plus extender containing gentamycin, stored at 5 °C and evaluated following 72 h.

Antiproliferative Effect of Methanolic Extract of (Asteraceae) on Human Tumoral HeLa Cells Nanoencapsulated into PLGA-Nanoparticles.

belongs to the Asteraceae family, and some members of this family have been reported to possess anticancer properties. This study evaluated the antiproliferative effect of methanol extract (ME), both in its free form and encapsulated into poly(lactic-co-glycolide) (PLGA) nanoparticles (NPs), on human cervical cancer cells (HeLa) and human epidermal keratinocytes (HaCaT). The extract was subsequently sub-fractionated into n-hexane (F-He), methanol (F-Me), and distilled water (F-Ac) fractions, and their antiproliferative effects were assessed.

Advances in cheese safety and quality: harnessing irradiation technologies for enhanced preservation.

This manuscript provides a comprehensive overview of the use of gamma rays, electron beams, and X-rays to improve the safety and quality of cheese. It examines the sources, energy levels, penetration depths, and applications, focusing on the nutritional and safety benefits as well as potential health concerns. Microbial dynamics in cheese are discussed, showing how irradiation doses influence bacterial counts and cheese characteristics.

Chemical profiling of coriander, garlic and their combination to highlight the synergistic effect of the profiled compounds through in vitro and in vivo bioassays.

Hydroethanolic extracts of coriander seeds (CE), garlic bulbs (GE), and their combination (CGE), were chemically profiled using HS-SPME/GC-MS and LC-Q-TOF/MS-MS to assess volatile composition and to study phenolic molecules, respectively. Biological assays were conducted through in vitro and in vivo experiments to measure the EC of the antioxidant assays and the MIC/MBC/MFC values of the antibacterial/antifungal activities. Antioxidant combination Index (CI) and fractional inhibitory concentration index (FICI) values were further recorded.

Insight into the potato protein-based vegan cheese: A comprehensive study on physicochemical, mechanical and molecular properties.

The growing interest in plant-based diets is driving the search for new products, including alternatives to dairy cheese. The aim of this research was to develop a recipe and technology for the production of a vegan cheese, then to characterize the physical, mechanical as well as molecular properties of the obtained products. The use of protein isolated from potato juice seems to be appropriate due to the nutritional value of the formed product and to the environmental benefits, that is, the use of waste potato juice to obtain a valuable raw material.

Functional Analysis of Durum Wheat GASA1 Protein as a Biotechnological Alternative Against Plant Fungal Pathogens and a Positive Regulator of Biotic Stress Defense.

Plants are frequently challenged by a variety of microorganisms. To protect themselves against harmful invaders, they have evolved highly effective defense mechanisms, including the synthesis of numerous types of antimicrobial peptides (AMPs). Snakins are such compounds, encoded by the (Gibberellic Acid-Stimulated Arabidopsis) gene family, and are involved in the response to biotic and abiotic stress.

Microbial and Sensory Quality Changes in Broiler Chicken Breast Meat During Refrigerated Storage.

The aim of the study was to assess the bacterial flora of broiler chicken breast meat using the MALDI method, as well as its sensory evaluation while stored refrigerated at a stable temperature (0.5 °C+/-0.5 °C).

Essential oil of (L.) ssp. (Apiaceae) flower: chemical composition, antimicrobial potential, and insecticidal activity on (L.).

In order to search for new chemotypes and to carry out a comparative study with the literature, the current study investigated the chemical composition of the essential oil of the flowers of (L.) ssp. using gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (GC-MS).

Enhancing Antimicrobial Efficacy of Sandalwood Essential Oil Against for Food Preservation.

The growing emphasis on food safety and healthier lifestyles, driven by industrial expansion and scientific priorities, has highlighted the necessity of managing harmful microorganisms to guarantee food quality. A significant challenge in this domain is the control of pathogens that are capable of forming biofilms, entering a sessile state that enhances their resistance to broad-spectrum antibiotics. Essential oils, renowned for their antibacterial properties, present a promising natural alternative for food preservation.

Evaluation of Quality of Nitrite-Free Fermented Roe Deer () Sausage with Addition of Ascorbic Acid and Reduced NaCl.

This study aimed to investigate the possibility of producing fermented roe deer sausages using acid whey without the addition of sodium nitrite. Additionally, ascorbic acid was added to improve the oxidative stability of the product, and sodium chloride (NaCl) was partially replaced by potassium chloride (KCl) (7:3). The sausages were analyzed after fermentation (on day 30) and during post-production aging (i.

The role of financial inclusion and technological innovation in stimulating environmental sustainability in the European countries: A new perspective based on load capacity factor.

Given the alarming level of climate change, policymakers across the globe are seeking strategies to mitigate environmental pollution to achieve sustainable development. In this context, renewable energy and technological advancements have emerged as an effective way to lower pollution and attain sustainable development. This study evaluates the effect of financial inclusion, technological innovation, and renewable energy on the load capacity factor (LCF) in European countries from 2004 to 2018.

Seaweed Nutritional Value and Bioactive Properties: Insights from , , and .

This study investigates the nutritional composition and bioactive properties of (dulse), (knotted wrack), and (Irish moss). Understanding the nutritional values of these seaweeds is very important due to their potential health benefits, especially their antioxidant properties and cytotoxic activities, which point to their ability to inhibit cancer cell proliferation. Comprehensive analyses were conducted to assess protein content, amino acid composition, mineral profile, fatty acids, polyphenols, total carotenoids, antioxidant activity, and cytotoxicity against cervical (HeLa), and colon (HCT-116) cell lines.