scholarly journals Physical and Chemical Changes in Hydrothermally Modified Wood

Forests ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 1771
Author(s):  
Iveta Varnagirytė-Kabašinskienė ◽  
Milda Pukalskienė ◽  
Benas Šilinskas ◽  
Mindaugas Škėma ◽  
Marius Aleinikovas
Keyword(s):  
Tannic Acid ◽  
Juglans Regia ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Chemical Additives ◽  
Wood Protection ◽  
Hydrothermal Modification ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Spectral Characterisation ◽  
Wood Chemical Composition ◽  
Physical And Chemical

In this study, the simulation of artificial conditions, containing various chemical additives similar to a bog environment, was hypothesised as a relatively short way to develop a more sustainable wood product with better properties. This study aimed to determine how hydrothermal treatment with different iron additives with and without tannic acid, performed at 100 °C for 75 h, changed the mass and density of wood of different tree species (Pinus sylvestris L., Picea abies (L.) H. Karst., Pseudotsuga menziesii (Mirb.) Franco, Juglans regia L., and Acer platanoides L.); total phenolic compounds in biobased solvents after the hydrothermal processing andiron concentration in different wood layers. We also aimed to determine the wood chemical composition using Fourier-transform infrared technique. The study results showed that the softwood samples were more susceptible to hydrothermal modification than the hardwood samples, indicated by minorly different intensities on infrared spectra. The FTIR results showed bands of hardwood and softwood samples which along with the spectral characterisation of the wood constituents, which can further be utilized for creating a larger FTIR spectral database of wood samples for their identification. The factors with the most significant effect on the hydrothermal modification were tannic acid and inorganic Fe3O2 salt, used as an additive. The results indicated the suitability of inorganic Fe3O2 salt and tannic acid combination applied in this type of modification, because a higher concentration of iron was distributed on the inner and intermediate sublayers of wood samples. The hydrothermal modification approach to anchor tannic acid–Fe macromolecules in wood shown in this study has promising capabilities and may attract interest in the field of wood protection against weathering.

Metabolomics and Pharmacological Screening of Aspergillus versicolor Isolated from Hyrtios erectus Red Sea Sponge; Egypt

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (7) ◽  
pp. 1083-1102
Author(s):  
Mohamed A. Shreadah ◽  
Nehad M.A. El Moneam ◽  
Samy A. El-Assar ◽  
Asmaa Nabil-Adam
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Red Sea ◽  
Crude Extract ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Aspergillus Versicolor ◽  
Crude Extracts ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Anti Inflammatory ◽  
Pharmacological Screening

Background: Aspergillus Versicolor is a marine-derived fungus isolated from Hyrtios Erectus Red Sea sponge. Methods: The aim of this study was to carry out a pharmacological screening and investigation for the in vitro biological activity (antioxidant, cholinergic, antidiabetic and anticancer) of Aspergillus Versicolor crude extract’s active compounds by using different qualitative and quantitative methods. Results: The present study results showed that Aspergillus Versicolor crude extracts contain 0.6 mg total phenolic/mg crude extract. Aspergillus Versicolor also showed a potent antioxidative capacity by decreasing the oxidation of ABTS. The anticancer and inhibitory effects of Aspergillus Versicolor crude extracts on PTK and SHKI were found to be 75.29 % and 80.76%; respectively. The AChE inhibitory assay revealed that Aspergillus Versicolor extracts had an inhibitory percentage of 86.67%. Furthermore, the anti-inflammatory activity using COX1, COX2, TNF, and IL6 was 77.32, 85.21 %, 59.83%, and 56.15%; respectively. Additionally, the anti-viral effect using reverse transcriptase enzyme showed high antiviral activity with 92.10 %. Conclusion: The current study confirmed that the Aspergillus versicolor crude extract and its active constituents showed strong effects on diminishing the oxidative stress, neurodegenerative damage, antiinflammatory, anti-cancer and anti-viral, suggesting their beneficial role as a promising fermented product in the treatment of cancer, oxidative stress, Alzheimer's, anti-inflammatory and anti-viral diseases.

scholarly journals Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, and Cytotoxic Activities of Juglans regia L. Pellicle Extract

Antibiotics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 159
Author(s):  
Floriana D’Angeli ◽  
Giuseppe Antonio Malfa ◽  
Adriana Garozzo ◽  
Giovanni Li Volti ◽  
Carlo Genovese ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Herpes Simplex ◽  
Juglans Regia ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Fungal Growth ◽  
Bioactive Molecules ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Cytotoxic Activities ◽  
Dependent Manner ◽  
Anion Formation ◽  
Herpes Simplex Viruses

The difficulty to treat resistant strains-related hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) promoted the study of phytoextracts, known sources of bioactive molecules. Accordingly, in the present study, the pharmacological activities of Juglans regia (L.) pellicle extract (WPE) were investigated. The antiviral effect was tested against Herpes simplex virus type 1 and 2, Poliovirus 1, Adenovirus 2, Echovirus 9, Coxsackievirus B1 through the plaque reduction assay. The antibacterial and antifungal activities were evaluated against medically important strains, by the microdilution method. DPPH and superoxide dismutase (SOD)s-like activity assays were used to determine the antioxidant effect. Besides, the extract was screened for cytotoxicity on Caco-2, MCF-7, and HFF1 cell lines by the 3-[4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl]-2,5 diphenyl tetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay. The total phenolic and flavonoid contents were also evaluated. Interestingly, WPE inhibited Herpes simplex viruses (HSVs) replication, bacterial and fungal growth. WPE showed free radical scavenging capacity and inhibited superoxide anion formation in a dose-dependent manner. These effects could be attributed to the high content of phenols and flavonoids, which were 0.377 ± 0.01 mg GE/g and 0.292 ± 0.08 mg CE/g, respectively. Moreover, WPE was able to reduce Caco-2 cell viability, at both 48 h and 72 h. The promising results encourage further studies aimed to better elucidate the role of WPE in the prevention of human infectious diseases.

scholarly journals Dual-stage sugar substitution in Tommy Atkins mango

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 60-64
Author(s):  
Rafael A. B. de Medeiros ◽  
Zilmar M. P. Barros ◽  
Carlos B. O. de Carvalho ◽  
Antonio C. D. Coêlho ◽  
Maria I. S. Maciel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Ultrasonic Waves ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Second Stage ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Fruit Samples ◽  
Dual Stage ◽  
Sugar Replacement ◽  
Two Stages ◽  
High Calorie

ABSTRACT The dual-stage sugar substitution technique (D3S) was used to induce sugar replacement in mango. It involved two stages, in which high-calorie sugars were partially removed from the fruit samples in the first stage and, in the second one, low-calorie sugar was incorporated into the mango. Ultrasonic waves can be applied in one or both stages and their use was also evaluated in this study. Results showed that submitting samples to ultrasonic waves (25 kHz) in both stages and their immersion in Stevia-based solution (250 or 500 g kg-1) in the second stage for 10, 20 and 30 min of processing gave higher water loss during the process, while greater solids gain could be achieved by applying ultrasound only in the first stage. Samples were also evaluated in terms of some quality parameters. The use of this technique resulted in samples with higher values of total phenolic content and changes in color parameters (L*, a* and b*). When samples were subjected to ultrasonic waves in both stages, a higher carotenoid retention was observed.

scholarly journals In Vitro Antioxidant and Antiproliferative Efficacy of Abrus Precatorius Seed Extracts on Hep2c Cells and its Inhibitory Efficacy with Receptors of Cervical Carcinoma

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amritpal Kaur ◽  
Yash Sharma ◽  
Kamran Waidha ◽  
Madhumita P Ghosh ◽  
Anoop Kumar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tannic Acid ◽  
Herbal Remedy ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Seed Extract ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Cervix Carcinoma ◽  
Abrus Precatorius ◽  
Ic50 Value ◽  
Seed Extracts

Abstract Abrus precatorius is a widely distributed tropical medicinal plant with several therapeutic properties, however its seed extract has not been studied against cervical cancer (CaCx) till date. Herein, we have assessed the antioxidant and antiproliferative properties of A. precatorius seed extracts (ethyl acetate and 70% ethanol) prepared from different extraction methods (Soxhlet and maceration) against human cervix carcinoma cells (Hep2C). We observed a significantly higher total flavonoid content of APE (sox) i.e.,112.7±0.127 mg Quercetin Equivalent/g of extract than others; total phenolic content of APA (mac) seed extract was higher i.e.,108.53±0.089 mg Quercetin Equivalent/g of extract and total tannin content of APA (sox) was higher i.e., 98.98± 0.011 mg tannic acid equivalents/g of extract. In addition, tannic acid, rutin and piperine were identified in extracts by HPLC. Furthermore, APA (sox) exhibited the highest radical scavenging activity with an IC50 value of 14.49±0.93µg/ml. APE (mac) showed the most significant antiproliferative activity with IC50 value of 85.90±0.93µg/mL against Hep2c cells. SOD and GST activity was observed as highest in the APA(Mac) extract whereas the catalase activity and GSH content was maximum in the APE(Mac) extract. Further, the MDA content was observed to be the least in APE(Mac) extracts. Docking results suggested maximum binding energy between tannic acid and Her2 receptor compared to doxorubicin (standard). This study provides evidence that A. precatorius seed extracts possess promising bioactive compounds with probable anticancer and antioxidant properties against CaCx which might be utilized as a possible herbal remedy aimed at restricting tumor growth.

scholarly journals Formulasi Krim Tabir Surya Ekstrak Etanol Daun Kersen (Muntingia calabura L.) untuk Kesehatan Kulit

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 263-270
Author(s):  
Anita Dwi Puspitasari ◽  
Dewi Andini Kunti Mulangsri ◽  
Herlina Herlina
Keyword(s):  
Ethanolic Extract ◽  
Sun Exposure ◽  
Ethanol Extract ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Total Flavonoids ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Rotary Evaporator ◽  
Maximum Protection ◽  
Physical And Chemical ◽  
Muntingia Calabura

Sunlight has many health benefits, but high sun exposure can also cause skin problems ranging from redness, inflammation, and the worst is triggering the appearance of skin cancer. One way to protect the skin from the sun is by using a sunscreen. Kersen Leaf (Muntingia calabura L.) has a high total flavonoids and total phenolic so that it can be used as a natural active ingredient for making sunscreen creams. The purpose of this study was to formulate and evaluate sunscreen cream preparations with variations in the concentration of ethanol extract of Kersen Leaf  Muntingia calabura L.) and to know the SPF value. Extract of kersen leaves (Muntingia calabura L.) using the maceration method with 70% ethanol. The extract was concentrated using a rotary evaporator. Four formulas were made with variations in the concentration of ethanol extract of kersen leaves. Formula 1 (cream base) without ethanolic extract of kersen leaves; formula 2 with ethanol extract of 1 gram kersen leaves; formula 3 with ethanol extract of 2 grams kersen leaves and formula 4 with ethanol extract of 3 grams kersen leaves. The four formulas were tested for physical, chemical and SPF values. Testing the SPF value using spectrophotometric method. For sticky power does not meet standard because it is less than 4 seconds. The Formula 1 SPF value is 0.1149; formula 2 is 7.6574 (extra protection); formula 3 is 13.7847 (maximum protection); and formula 4 is 19.0871 (ultra protection). The greater the concentration of ethanol extract of kersen leaves the greater the SPF value. From the results of the study, it was found that the four formulas fulfilled the requirements of physical and chemical characteristics, namely organoleptic, homogeneity, distribution, and viscosity, and had a significant SPF values, namely formula 2, 3 and 4. Abstrak Sinar matahari memiliki banyak manfaat bagi kesehatan, namun paparan sinar matahari yang tinggi juga dapat menyebabkan masalah kulit mulai dari kemerahan, peradangan, dan yang paling buruk adalah memicu munculnya kanker kulit. Salah satu cara untuk melindungi kulit dari sinar matahari yaitu dengan menggunakan tabir surya. Daun kersen (Muntingia calabura L.) mempunyai kandungan flavonoid total dan fenolik total yang tinggi sehingga dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai bahan aktif alami untuk pembuatan krim tabir surya. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk melakukan formulasi dan evaluasi sediaan krim tabir surya dengan variasi konsentrasi ekstrak etanol daun kersen (Muntingia calabura L.) serta mengetahui nilai SPF-nya. Ekstraksi daun kersen menggunakan metode maserasi dengan pelarut etanol 70%. Ekstrak dipekatkan menggunakan rotary evaporator. Dibuat empat formula dengan variasi konsentrasi ekstrak etanol daun kersen. Formula 1 (basis krim) tanpa ekstrak etanol daun kersen; formula 2 dengan ekstrak etanol daun kersen 1 gram; formula 3 dengan ekstrak etanol daun kersen 2 gram; dan formula 4 dengan ekstrak etanol daun kersen 3 gram. Keempat formula diuji karakteristik sifat fisika, kimia dan nilai SPFnya. Pengujian nilai SPF menggunakan metode spektrofotometri. Untuk daya lekat belum memenuhi standar karena kurang dari empat detik. Nilai SPF Formula 1 sebesar 0,1149; formula 2 sebesar 7,6574 (proteksi ekstra); formula 3 sebesar 13,7847 (proteksi maksimal); dan formula 4 sebesar 19,0871 (proteksi ultra). Semakin besar konsentrasi ekstrak etanol daun kersen semakin besar nilai SPF-nya. Dari hasil penelitian diperoleh bahwa keempat formula memenuhi persyaratan karakteristik sifat fisika dan kimia yaitu organoleptis, homogenitas, daya sebar pH, dan viskositas, serta memiliki nilai SPF yang bermakna yaitu formula 2, 3, dan 4.

scholarly journals Effect of Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) Supplementation on Probiotic Yoghurt: Physicochemical Properties, Microbial Content, and Sensory Attributes

Foods ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 2393
Author(s):  
Haider I. Ali ◽  
Mithun Dey ◽  
Azalldeen Kazal Alzubaidi ◽  
Sadiq Jaafir Aziz Alneamah ◽  
Ammar B. Altemimi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Bifidobacterium Longum ◽  
Sensory Attributes ◽  
Rosmarinus Officinalis ◽  
Sensory Properties ◽  
Lactobacillus Delbrueckii ◽  
Rosemary Extract ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Rosmarinus Officinalis L

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) is a natural aromatic plant that belongs to the family of Lamiaceae. The rosemary plant has been utilized to preserve food due to its ability to prevent oxidation and microbial contamination. This study aimed to investigate the effect of fortifying yoghurt with rosemary extracts and probiotic bacteria (LAB) (Bifidobacterium longum ATCC15707 and two lactic acid bacteria, Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus) on its chemical composition, total phenolic compounds, antioxidant capacity, and sensory properties. The study results revealed significant differences in the total solids, protein, and ash content when rosemary concentration increased beyond 2%. However, there were no significant differences among the treatments in acidity and pH value. The sensory evaluation results indicated that the addition of aqueous extract of rosemary affected the sensory properties of yoghurt (flavour, body and texture, appearance, and overall grade), wherein an increasing concentration of rosemary extract increased score of flavour, body and texture, appearance, and overall grade. On the other hand, rosemary extract did not affect the sensory properties and chemical composition. To sum up, it can be stated that rosemary was used in the preparation of yoghurt with increased health benefits, acceptable sensory attributes, and the production of synbiotic yogurt.

scholarly journals Physical and Chemical Quality Profile of Lamb Meat Which Was Swamp Buffalo’s Rumen Liquid Based Fodder-Fed

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 547
Author(s):  
Tintin Rostini ◽  
Danang Biyatmoko ◽  
Irwan Zakir ◽  
Arief Hidayatullah
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Quality ◽  
Lamb Meat ◽  
Test Study ◽  
Randomized Design ◽  
Quality Profile ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Swamp Buffalo ◽  
Physical And Chemical Quality ◽  
Physical And Chemical

This study aims to know the effect of swamp buffalo’s rumen liquid based fodder toward physical and chemical quality of lamb meat. This study used 12 male Kacang goats at age of 10-12 months with weight around 12±1.2 kg. Method used in this study was Completely Randomized Design with 4 treatments repeated for 3 times until it reached 12 units of trials. The treatments consist of: (PS), regular fodder given by breeder (PFCK1) 25% rumen liquid based fodder + 75% PS. (PFCK2), 50% rumen liquid based fodder + 50% PS. (PFCK3) 75% rumen liquid based fodder + 25% PS. Data was statistically analyzed by using variance analysis. Difference between treatments was tested by using Duncan’s New Multiple Range Test. Study results showed that the usage of rumen liquid based fodder of 75% increased protein and lamb fat content (P < 0.05), the lamb meat was physically more tender (P < 0.05). The conclusion is swamp buffalo’s rumen liquid could be used to enhance lamb meat quality.

scholarly journals Physico-Chemical and Antioxidant Characteristics in Fruits of Walnut (Juglans regia L.) Genotypes from Inner Anatolia

2016 ◽  
Vol 44 (2) ◽  
pp. 586-592 ◽  
Author(s):  
Omer BEYHAN ◽  
Sadiye GOZLEKCI ◽  
Muttalip GUNDOGDU ◽  
Sezai ERCISLI
Keyword(s):  
Total Phenolic Content ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Juglans Regia ◽  
Fruit Weight ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Chemical Analyses ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Good Potential ◽  
Antioxidant Characteristics

Walnut fruits are used for their nutrition properties for a long time in Anatolia, where seed propagated walnuts are naturally found, as solitary individuals or dense populations. Some relevant physico-chemical and antioxidant characteristics of fruits were determined for fifteen promising walnut (Juglans regia L.) selections (named 'G-1' to 'G-15') propagated from seeds. The well-known Turkish walnut cultivar 'Sebin' was included in the analysis as a standard in order to make comparison with seed propagated genotypes. The average fruit weight and kernel ratios ranged from 7.43 to 12.61 g and 45.10 to 57.83% among the studied genotypes, respectively. The chemical analyses showed that protein, crude oil, ash, carbohydrate and dietary fiber contents of the analyzed walnut genotypes were between 11.09-18.16%, 55.38-65.15%, 1.61-2.08%, 12.01-17.89% and 2.90-4.12%, respectively. Total phenolic content was found between 1,107-1,876 mg GAE/100 g among the genotypes and most of them had higher phenolic content compared with cv. 'Sebin'. The total tocopherols content ranged from 30.0 to 44.4 mg/100 g of the extracted oil. The most common tocopherol in all samples was γ-tocopherol. The results obtained in the hereby study indicated that the seed propagated walnut trees can be very diverse and their nuts have a good potential for valuable sources of phytochemicals.

scholarly journals Physical-chemical profile and bioactive compounds of water-soluble baru extract (Dipteryx alata Vogel)

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. e199953294
Author(s):  
Aline Torres da Silva ◽  
Felipe Torres da Silva ◽  
Jordana dos Santos Alves ◽  
Daiane Sousa Peres ◽  
Lismaíra Gonçalves Caixeta Garcia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Titratable Acidity ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Local Market ◽  
Soluble Extract ◽  
Colour Parameters ◽  
Water Soluble Extract ◽  
Physical And Chemical ◽  
Dipteryx Alata

The objective of this work was to prepare a hydrosoluble base extract of baru nut and to evaluate the physical and chemical stability, as well as the content of bioactive compounds. Three formulations with different proportions of baru:mineral water were prepared: 1:6, 1:8 and 1:10. Baru almonds were purchased from the local market in Rio Verde, GO, Brazil. The extracts were prepared with water, centrifuged, pasteurized, packaged and refrigerated at 5ºC. The pH, titratable acidity, colour parameters, antioxidant activity and total phenolic content of all formulations. Satisfactory levels of the bioactive compounds were found in all the proposed formulations of water soluble extract of baru. The 1:6 formulation presented minor changes throughout the ten days of storage. The processing used in this study was useful for obtaining the water soluble extract of baru.

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