Lactic acid bacteria isolated from traditional Iranian butter with probiotic and cholesterol-lowering properties: In vitro and in situ activity.

Producing butter from yogurt is known as a traditional way practiced in Iran and elsewhere, particularly in rural areas. Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) with probiotic and cholesterol-lowering properties were isolated from traditional butter collected in different regions of Iran. Then, isolates were identified and applied as adjunct culture in industrial butter production.

Study of fear and fear evoking stimuli in a population of domestic dogs in Iran: A questionnaire-based study.

General and social acceptance, condition, and rules for dog ownership in Iran are different from western countries. So, this phenomenon leads dissimilar fear and fear evoking stimuli in dogs. So, stress and fear‑related factors and dog's behavioral problems is not fully studied in Iran.

Genotype and environment interaction and stability of grain yield and oil content of rapeseed cultivars.

Investigating the interaction of genotype and environment in multi-environment experiments (MET) is one of the reliable techniques to demonstrate the most stable and compatible cultivars. The main contribution of this study is to evaluate the stability and compatibility of rapeseed cultivars using additive main effects and multiplicative interaction (AMMI) and genotype plus genotype environment interaction (GGE) bi-plot methods for grain yield and oil content. For this purpose, an experiment in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications was conducted for 10 rapeseed cultivars across 10 environments (five regions in 2 years).

Alternative sources of valine and isoleucine for prompt reduction of plasma leucine in maple syrup urine disease patients: A case series.

In maple syrup urine disease (MSUD), leucine (Leu) accumulation, and its metabolites cause brain toxicity, and at diagnosis rapid plasma Leu reduction is essential. Valine (Val) and isoleucine (Iso) supplements are necessary to promote anabolism and enable prompt reduction of plasma Leu. Val/Iso supplements are unavailable in Iran, so an alternative source was necessary.

Preparation, physical properties, and evaluation of antioxidant capacity of aqueous grape extract loaded in chitosan-TPP nanoparticles.

Grape extract is reportedly rich in phenolic compounds that possess strong antioxidant activities. Encapsulation of such extracts in nanoparticles (NPs) is an effective way to preserve various food products. In the present study, grapes were first extracted, and the amount of total phenolic content and different types of phenolic acids was determined.

Evaluation of SDS-coated iron nanostructure on the gene expression of bio surfactant-producing genes by .

Bio surfactants are natural surfactants that induce emulsification, displacement, increased solubility, and mobility of hydrophobic organic compounds. In this study, the gene expression of biosurfactant production genes by in the presence of sodium dodecyl sulfate coated iron nanostructure (Fe/SDS) were evaluated. Emulsification Index and Surface Tension reduction test to check stability and emulsification the rhamnolipid were done.

First report of novel mutation (c.790del) on gene on a family with childhood onset of progressive cerebellar ataxia with vertical gaze palsy.

SQSTM1 gene encodes a protein called p62 that acts as an autophagy receptor in the degradation of protein molecules. A homozygous deletion variant that changes the frame shift in the SQSTM1 gene named c.790 Del A .

Investigation of dual modification on physicochemical, morphological, thermal, pasting, and retrogradation characteristics of sago starch.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the characteristics of dually modified sago starch by acid hydrolysis (AH)-hydroxypropylation (HP). For this purpose, sago starch was modified with the combination by AH (5-20 h hydrolysis times) followed by HP (5%-25% ratio of propylene oxide) processes. The results showed that the dual modification of the sago starch structure didn't have a significant effect on the size of starch granules, and the granule size was in the range of 0.

The association among calorie, macronutrient, and micronutrient intake with colorectal cancer: A case-control study.

The risk of colorectal cancer (CRC) can be influenced by dietary components. This study aims to investigate the association between dietary intake and CRC in Iranian adults. This hospital-based case-control study was performed on 160 patients with CRC and 320 healthy people.

Fabrication and characterization of a pH-sensitive intelligent film incorporating dragon fruit skin extract.

A novel intelligent pH-sensing indicator based on gelatin film and anthocyanin extracted from dragon fruit skin () (DFSE) as a natural dye was developed to monitor food freshness by the casting method. Anthocyanin content of DFSE was 15.66 ± 1.

The role of Rho-associated kinase inhibitor, Y-27632 on primary culture of ovine spermatogonial stem cells.

The access to sufficient numbers of spermatogonial stem cells (SSCs) is a prerequisite for the study of their regulation and further biomanipulation. Rho kinase (ROCK) belongs to a family of serine/threonine kinases and involves in a wide range of fundamental cellular functions. The aim of the present study was to study the effect of ROCK inhibitor, Y-27632 (0.

Thermal stability of natural pigments produced by in submerged fermentation.

The major aim of the current study was to assess thermal stability of red pigments produced by ATCC 16362/PTCC 5303 in submerged fermentation. Natural pigments were produced by using stirred tank bioreactor. Stability of pigments was assessed under various temperature (50.

A novel mutation in the glutaryl-CoA dehydrogenase gene (GCDH) in an Iranian patient affected with Glutaric acidemia type 1.

Our findings revealed the mutation c.536T>C (p. Leu179Pro) in GCDH gene although has not been reported so far, but the in-silico analysis and clinical symptoms of the patient indicated that the mutation is pathogenic full stop.

Interval-based features of auditory ERPs for diagnosis of early Alzheimer's disease.

Introduction: It has been demonstrated that event-related potentials (ERPs) mirror the neurodegenerative process of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and may therefore qualify as diagnostic markers. The aim of this study was to explore the potential of interval-based features as possible ERP biomarkers for early detection of AD patients.

Methods: The current results are based on 7-channel ERP recordings of 95 healthy controls (HCs) and 75 subjects with mild AD acquired during a three-stimulus auditory oddball task.

The effects of methylcellulose coating containing carvacrol or menthol on the physicochemical, mechanical, and antimicrobial activity of polyethylene films.

In this study, the physicochemical, mechanical, and antimicrobial activities of polyethylene (PE) films coated with peppermint (Menthol) and (Carvacrol) essential oil were evaluated. For this reason, PE films were coated with MC-HPMC solution containing different concentrations of menthol and carvacrol (0, 1, 1.5, and 2%), and mechanical, electromagnetic, barrier, and antimicrobial properties of all prepared films were examined.

Use of D-optimal combined design methodology to describe the effect of extraction parameters on the production of quinoa-barley malt extract by superheated water extraction.

Superheated water extraction was applied to produce quinoa-barley malt extract. D-optimal combined design was used to optimize the extraction conditions (time (min), solid-water ratio and particle size to obtain maximum protein and carbohydrate content, and minimum turbidity and pH. Quinoa flour (10%-30%), barley malt flour (70%-90%), different particle sizes ( = 420 µm,  = 710 µm), time (15-45 min), and solid-water ratio (0.

Proteomic analysis of drought stress response mechanism in soybean ( L.) leaves.

Knowledge of the physiological and molecular mechanisms of drought responses is fundamental for developing genetically drought tolerant and high yielding crops. To understand molecular mechanism of drought tolerance of soybean ( L.), we compared leaf proteome patterns of in two genotypes GN-3074 (drought tolerant) and GN-2032 (drought-sensitive) under drought stress during vegetative stage.

The phylogeny, phylogeography, and diversification history of the westernmost Asian cobra (Serpentes: Elapidae: ) in the Trans-Caspian region.

We conducted a comprehensive analysis of the phylogenetic, phylogeographic, and demographic relationships of Caspian cobra ( Eichwald, 1831) populations based on a concatenated dataset of two mtDNA genes (cyt and ND4) across the species' range in Iran, Afghanistan, and Turkmenistan, along with other members of Asian cobras ( subgenus Laurenti, 1768). Our results robustly supported that the Asiatic are monophyletic, as previously suggested by other studies. Furthermore, .

Effect of the ethanolic extract and essential oil of (Schlecht.) Boiss. on protein, physicochemical, sensory, and microbial characteristics of probiotic yogurt during storage time.

Background: The use of functional food, such as probiotic products, is important due to their health benefits against various diseases. Phenolic and aromatic compounds originating from medical plants can contribute to the growth of probiotic bacteria.

Methods: The ethanolic extract (0.

Assessment of several hydrodynamic properties of sugar beet ( L.).

It is necessary to know the hydrodynamic properties of agricultural products in order to analyze the behavior of materials when transporting and grading. In this study, the samples were divided into three groups based on their mass. Based on the results, the mean length, mass, volume, density, average projected area, and shape coefficient were 21.

Assessment of genotype-trait interaction in maize ( L.) hybrids using GGT biplot analysis.

In order to investigate the interaction of genotype × trait and relationships among agronomic traits on 12 maize hybrids, an experiment was conducted in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replicates in four regions of Karaj, Birjand, Shiraz, and Arak. Results of analysis of variance indicated that most of the genotypes were significantly different in terms of agronomic traits. Mean comparison by Duncan's method showed that KSC705 genotype was more favorable than other genotypes in all studied regions.

Lead and cadmium biosorption from milk by ATCC 4356.

The food and water contamination with heavy metals is increasing due to the environmental pollutions. Lead and cadmium are the toxic heavy metals for humans that can be found in air, soil, water, and even food. Lactic acid bacteria have the ability to remove and diminish the level of heavy metals.

A study on genotype-environment interaction based on GGE biplot graphical method in sunflower genotypes ( L.).

GGE biplot technique is one of the appropriate methods for investigating the genotype-environment interaction. An experiment was conducted to examine and evaluate the stability and adaptability of grain yield of 12 sunflower genotypes using the randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications in five regions including Karaj, Birjand, Firooz-Abad, Kashmar, and Arak within two agricultural years. Analysis of variance indicated that the effect of location, year, location × year, genotype, and genotype × location was significant at 1% probability level.

Association of sleep duration and snack consumption in children and adolescents: The CASPIAN-V study.

Objectives: The relationship between sleep deprivation and the risk of overweight and obesity is somewhat known in children and adolescents. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between sleep duration and eating snacks in a national sample of children and adolescents aged 6-18 years old.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out on the data of the fifth survey of the national school-based surveillance system entitled the "Childhood and Adolescence Surveillance and PreventIon of Adult Non-communicable Disease" (CASPIAN-V) study.

A simple method for inducing nonalcoholic steatohepatitis with fibrosis.

Background: Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is increasingly occurring in sedentary people, and may progress to NASH and hepatocellular carcinoma. It is essential to design affordable animal models for the study of various diseases, including fatty liver, which was the aim of the study. In this study, a high-fat diet was devised that triggers NASH's animal model quickly and easily.