Publications by authors named "Shuchi Upadhyay"

Article Synopsis
  • - The study explores using finger millet waste biomass (FMWB) for producing biochar through hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL), experimenting with various temperatures, times, and solid-to-water ratios for optimization.
  • - An optimized biochar sample was successfully created at 450 °C with a 1:10 solid-to-water ratio and a reaction time of approximately 33.5 minutes, showing improved properties like higher fixed carbon and thermal stability compared to the original biomass.
  • - Further analyses (FT-IR, SEM-EDX, and XRD) confirmed the presence of important functional groups, a rough surface texture, and a variety of inorganic compounds, indicating FMWB's potential as a solid fuel source.
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Vitamin D is amongst the most important biomolecules to regularize and help in sustainable health, however, based on the studies, deficiency of this multifunctional vitamin is common. Vitamin D, besides playing a role in the form of vitamins, also acts as a multifunctional hormone (steroid). Vitamin D is synthesized inside the body through various steps starting from ultraviolet radiation exposure and comes from limited food sources, however, vitamin D-fortified food products are still among the major sources of vitamin D.

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This study aims to focus on developing a food supplement for the geriatric population using disposal mushrooms, oats, and lactose-free milk powder. Lactose intolerance is most common in older adults, raising the demand for lactose-free foods. One of the major global challenges currently faced by humankind is food waste (FW).

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Solvatochromic studies in conjunction with NCQDs and analysis of material at different pH levels provide valuable insights about the process of metal ion sensing. Metal ion sensing holds significant importance in various fields like environment monitoring, biomedical diagnostics and various industrial purpose. The detection of metal ions by mixing the nitrogen-doped quantum dots (NCQDs) in the solvent at different pH levels for the analysis of the photoluminescence spectra is the unique property to achieve selective metal ion detection.

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Microalgae possess the prospective to be efficiently involved in bioremediation and biodiesel generation. However, conditions of stress often restrict their growth and diminish different metabolic processes. The current study evaluates the potential of GABA to improve the growth of the microalga Chlorella sorokiniana under Cr (III) stress through the exogenous administration of GABA.

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Probiotics are known as the live microorganisms which upon adequate administration elicit a health beneficial response inside the host by decreasing the luminal pH, eliminating the pathogenic bacteria in the gut as well as producing short chain fatty acids (SCFA). With advancements in research; probiotics have been explored as potential ingredients in foods. However, their use and applications in food industry have been limited due to restrictions of maintaining the viability of probiotic cells and targeting the successful delivery to gut.

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Proteins and peptides possess considerable potential in treating solid tumors because of their unique properties. At present, there are over 100 peptide-based formulations on the market. Today, peptides and proteins are in more demand due to their selective nature and high target-binding efficiency.

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Agriculture is crucial to the economic prosperity and development of India. Plant diseases can have a devastating influence towards food safety and a considerable loss in the production of agricultural products. Disease identification on the plant is essential for long-term agriculture sustainability.

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