Characterization of Whey Protein Isolate-Soymilk Complexes Modified by Transglutaminase and Their Application inYuba Film.

Transglutaminase (TGase) improves protein structure by facilitating cross-linking reactions. However, the effects of TGase on the physicochemical properties of whey protein isolate (WPI)-soymilk complexes and their applications in yuba remain unclear. Therefore, the impacts of TGase concentration on the free sulfhydryl content, free amino content, particle size, and structure of WPI-soymilk complexes and their film-forming properties were studied.

Comparative Analysis of Roller Milling Strategies on Wheat Flour Physicochemical Properties and Their Implications for Microwave Freeze-Dried Instant Noodles.

The milling process is a critical technological step that regulates wheat flour characteristics and ultimately determines end-product quality. This study systematically evaluated the effects of three key milling parameter adjustments in a laboratory-scale roller mill-double sifting (2S), double break milling (2BM), and increased roll gap (IRG)-on the physicochemical properties of wheat flour and the quality of microwave freeze-dried non-fried instant noodles. The results demonstrated that milling processes significantly influenced the particle size and composition of flour.

Enhancing 3D Printing Performance of Yellow-Flesh Peach Gels: The Role of Whey Protein Isolate in Printability, Rheological Properties, and Structural Characteristics.

The utilization of 3D printing technology in the food sector enables innovative product customization through the design of intricate shape, offering new potential for yellow peach product development. However, the 3D printing performance of pure yellow-flesh peach gel is suboptimal. This study aims to address this gap by exploring functional additives to optimize 3D printing performance for peach-based materials.

Study on the physicochemical properties and gelation characteristics of pea protein isolate modified by ultrasonic-assisted succinylation.

Ultrasound could facilitate the succinylation of protein and improve the function of succinylated protein. However, the effects of ultrasound-assisted succinylation on the physicochemical property and gelation characteristics of PPI were scarely reported. Therefore, this research studied the effect of succinylation with different ultrasonic power on the physicochemical properties and gelation characteristics of succinylated pea protein isolate (PPI).

A Colorimetric/Ratiometric Fluorescent Probe Based on Aggregation-Induced Emission Effect for Detecting Hypochlorous Acid in Real Samples and Bioimaging Applications.

Hypochlorous acid (HClO) serves as a biological mediator and is widely utilized as a disinfectant in food processing and water treatment. However, excessive HClO residues in food and environmental water raise concerns due to the potential formation of carcinogenic chlorinated byproducts and disinfection byproducts (DBPs). Despite its importance, traditional methods for HClO detection often involve complex sample preparation, sophisticated instrumentation, and skilled operators.

Effects of Black Garlic Polyphenols on the Physicochemical Characteristics, Antioxidant Activity, and Sensory Evaluation of Yogurt.

Yogurt fortified with polyphenols, as a new type of functional yogurt, exhibits high quality and good antioxidant activity. However, the effects of black garlic polyphenols (BGP) on the quality of solidified yogurt have been scarcely reported. Therefore, the effects of different levels (0.

Effects of Sodium Hexametaphosphate on the Gel Properties and Structure of Glutaminase-Transaminase-Crosslinked Gelatin Gels.

Gelatin is a commonly used protein-based hydrogel. However, the thermo-reversible nature of gelatin makes it unstable at physiological and higher temperatures. Therefore, this study adopted phosphates and glutaminase transaminase (TG) to modify gelation and studied the effects of combining sodium hexametaphosphate (SHP) and TG on the structure and gel properties of TG-crosslinked gelatin.

Construction and Evaluation of a Nomogram for Unplanned Readmission Within 1 Year After Kidney Transplantation: Based on Lasso-Logistic Regression Model.

Objective: To develop and evaluate a risk prediction model for unplanned readmission within 1 year following kidney transplantation using Lasso-logistic regression.

Methods: Clinical data of kidney transplant recipients from the Department of Organ Transplantation at the Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, spanning April 2017 to June 2023, were retrospectively analyzed. Initially, Lasso regression analysis was used to select predictive variables.

Investigation on Cracking Mechanisms of Dehydrated Corn: Multiscale Changes Driven by Temperature Gradient.

This study systematically investigated the impact mechanism of hot-air drying temperature (40°C-80°C) on moisture migration, crack formation, and the microstructural evolution of corn kernels. Using multi-scale characterization techniques such as low-field nuclear magnetic resonance, scanning electron microscopy, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, this study revealed temperature-gradient-driven changes in microscopic mechanical properties. The results showed that increasing the drying temperature accelerated moisture evaporation while exacerbating internal moisture gradients, which led to greater thermal stress and promoted crack formation.

Novel Strategy for Manufacturing Convenient Dehydrated Dumplings: Relying on Microwave Freeze-Drying and Its Underlying Mechanism.

Microwave freeze-drying (MFD) has emerged as an efficient alternative in the dehydration process; therefore, the current work attempts to introduce MFD into the production of instant dumplings. Pork-filled dumplings were treated with MFD at varying microwave power densities (0.10, 0.

3D printing based on Pickering emulsions stabilized by oat insoluble dietary fiber-starch composite particles.

Pickering emulsions (PEs), stabilized by solid particles, exhibit shear thinning and high viscoelasticity, showing great potential for enhancing 3D printing precision. This study used composite particles of oat insoluble dietary fiber and gelatinized starch to stabilize diacylglycerol PEs, with the goal of identifying optimal processing parameters by evaluating stability, texture, and rheological properties. Results indicated that both solid particle concentration and oil phase volume fraction (φ) significantly influenced droplet dispersion and emulsion stability.

Decoding the resistin-CAP1 pathway in intermediate monocytes mediating liver allograft rejection.

Background & Aims: Lymphocytes are widely recognized as the primary mediators of cellular rejection after liver transplantation. However, conventional immunosuppressive regimens that target lymphocytes, such as calcineurin phosphatase inhibitors, corticosteroids, or lymphocyte-depleting antibodies, can only partially mitigate rejection while inducing severe adverse effects. This necessitates the search for novel immunotherapeutic targets.

Exploitation of pig by-product: physicochemical properties and flavor of Dachang Tang: effect of cooking time.

Objective: The objective of this study was to determine the optimal cooking time for Dachang Tang in order to promote Chinese cuisine culture and to improve the utilization of pig large intestines, thereby reducing resource waste.

Methods: The raw pig large intestines were cleaned with water and flour, then boiled with selected spices for 40 mins to reduce off-odors. Subsequently, the large intestines were stir-fried with oil, garlic, and Zanthoxylum bungeanum for a specified duration, before being added to the original broth.

Novel Strategies for Yuba Quality Improvement: Protein Modification Based on Physical Fields.

This study investigated the effects of physical field protein modification methods on the mechanical properties, color, rehydration performance, thermal stability, and sensory quality of yuba. The results showed that all three modification methods shortened the drying time of yuba, and each method enhanced the tensile strength and thermal stability of yuba. Yuba treated with microwave-vacuum for 10 min demonstrated the best performance in terms of tensile strength, elongation, color, and overall sensory score, making it the optimal method for the physical field modification of yuba.

Ultrasonic and Deep Eutectic Solvent for Efficient Extraction of Phenolics from Leaves.

The purpose of this research was to establish an effective method for extracting phenolic compounds from leaves. Seven different deep eutectic solvents (DESs) were prepared, and ultrasonic-assisted technology was employed to optimize the extraction parameters. Factors such as the DES molar ratio, water content, liquid-to-solid ratio, ultrasonic duration, temperature, and power were systematically investigated.

Effects of fatty acids with different degrees of saturation on the microwave freeze-drying characteristics and cross-linking behavior of wheat starch-fatty acid complexes.

This study aims to investigate the effect of fatty acids with different degrees of saturation on the microwave freeze-drying (MFD) characteristics and crosslinking behavior of wheat starch-fatty acid composite systems. In the composite system, with the increase in the unsaturation of fatty acids, the initial moisture content also increased. In terms of drying characteristics, both the MFD curve and the MFD rate curve indicate that composite systems of wheat starch with higher unsaturation levels respond more stably to changes in microwave power throughout the MFD process.

Bootstrapping BI-RADS classification using large language models and transformers in breast magnetic resonance imaging reports.

Breast cancer is one of the most common malignancies among women globally. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), as the final non-invasive diagnostic tool before biopsy, provides detailed free-text reports that support clinical decision-making. Therefore, the effective utilization of the information in MRI reports to make reliable decisions is crucial for patient care.

Correction: The efficacy of acupuncture in relieving postoperative pain in patients with low simple anal fistula: Protocol of a prospective, randomised, controlled trial.

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Effect of moisture migration on texture and viscoelasticity of Chinese yam during multi-phase microwave drying (MMD) - focusing on the evaporation-dehydration stage.

This study aimed to assess the correlation between moisture migration and texture, as well as viscoelasticity of Chinese yam during the evaporation stage of multiphase microwave drying (MMD). A comparison of different drying strategies (Scheme I, Scheme II, and Scheme III) revealed that the water molecule mobility decreased as drying proceeded. In samples with higher water content at the transition point, the rapid migration of water during evaporation stage could result in a more pronounced collapse of the cellular and pore structure, leading to a denser product with increased hardness.

Novel Obstetric Air Cushion for the Prevention of Hypotension During Spinal Anesthesia for Cesarean Section: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.

Purpose: Intravenous administration of large doses of vasopressors to treat hypotension due to spinal anesthesia can adversely affect the fetus and the mother. We assessed the effect of a novel obstetric air cushion pretreatment on the incidence of hypotension after spinal anesthesia.

Patients And Methods: Eighty parturients were randomly assigned to the air cushion or blank control group (Group A or B, respectively).

Strategy for Enhancing Wheat Drying Efficiency and Flour Quality: Hybridization of Tempering and Hot Air Drying.

The moderate processing of wheat is increasingly valued. One of the technological means to achieve moderate processing is the hybridization of tempering and hot air drying for postharvest wheat. The initial moisture content at onset of tempering (IMCOT) of wheat significantly influences the efficiency of hot air drying as well as the yield and quality of wheat flour.

Cadmium-Induced Kidney Apoptosis Based on the IRE1α-XBP1 Signaling Pathway and the Protective Effect of Quercetin.

Cadmium (Cd) is an important environmental pollutant that can enter the body and inflict kidney damage. Quercetin (Que) is a natural flavonoid compound that can alleviate kidney damage in Cd-treated rats, but the specific mechanism is unclear. Herein, 24 male Sprague-Dawley rats were divided into four groups, namely the control, Cd, Cd + Que, and Que groups.

Super-Enhancer Target Gene CBP/p300-Interacting Transactivator With Glu/Asp-Rich C-Terminal Domain, 2 Cooperates With Transcription Factor Forkhead Box J3 to Inhibit Pulmonary Vascular Remodeling.

The function of super-enhancers (SEs) in pulmonary hypertension (PH), especially in the proliferation of pulmonary artery smooth muscle cells (PASMCs), is currently unknown. We identified SEs-targeted genes in PASMCs with chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP)-sequence by H3K27ac antibody and proved that CBP/p300-interacting transactivator with Glu/Asp-rich C-terminal domain, 2 (CITED2) is an SEs-targeted gene through bioinformatics prediction, ChIP-PCR, dual-luciferase reporter gene assays and other experimental methods. We also found that the expression of CITED2 and the transcription factor Forkhead Box J3 (FOXJ3) was reduced in hypoxic mouse PASMCs.

A Strategy of Enhancing Polarization to Achieve Excellent Energy Storage Performance in Simple BiKTiO-Based Relaxors.

Dielectric energy storage capacitors are indispensable components in advanced electronic and electrical systems. Excellent performance requires the dielectric materials possessing low residual polarization (P), high breakdown strength (E), and large maximum polarization (P). The first two parameters can be typically achieved through chemical regulation, while the P is closely related to the matrix.

The efficacy of acupuncture in relieving postoperative pain in patients with low simple anal fistula: Protocol of a prospective, randomised, controlled trial.

Background: Anal fistula surgery often leads to postoperative pain, which can hinder recovery and negatively impact patients' quality of life. This prospective, randomised, controlled trial (RCT) aims to investigate the efficacy of acupuncture in alleviating postoperative pain and reducing the usage of analgesic medications following anal fistula surgery.

Methods: This single-centre, patient-blinded, assessor-blinded, placebo-controlled randomised controlled trial (RCT) will be conducted at a tertiary referral hospital.