scholarly journals Physical, physicochemical and taxonomic characterization of Psidium araça Raddi

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 106-110 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria do Rosário Fátima Padilha ◽  
Neide Kazue Sakugawa Shinohara ◽  
Emanuella de Paula Rodrigues Pereira ◽  
Rejane Magalhães Mendonça Pimentel ◽  
Samara Alvachian Cardoso Andrade ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Industry ◽  
Fruit Trees ◽  
Average Weight ◽  
Ph Values ◽  
In The Wild ◽  
Promising Application ◽  
New Research ◽  
Agricultural Regions ◽  
Taxonomic Characterization

New research has stimulated a large reevaluation of species with regards to the use of fruits from native plants. Araçá (a small Brazilian guava-like fruit) is found scattered in the wild in Pernambuco/Brazil. There is a scarcity of detailed studies on such regional fruit trees, especially the Psidium araçá Raddi species, whereas there is an enormous possibility to explore the potential offered by these fruits, such as in the field of gastronomy, where the search for new ingredients and exotic flavors associated with functional properties has been increasing. This article aimed to evaluate the physical, physicochemical, and taxonomic characterization of araçá obtained from different agricultural regions of Pernambuco in order to investigate the possibility of developing new products from this native fruit. The taxonomic identification confirmed that all collected material belonged to the species P. araçá Raddi. The average weight of 7.45 g/fruit was observed. With respect to pH, values between 3.17 and 3.48 were found, and the acidity as a percentage of citric acid was on the order of 0.96% to 0.99%. It was shown that the P. araçá Raddi fruit has a desirable quality for the food industry, presenting excellent conditions for the development of formulations of high commercial value and promising application in the national gastronomy.

Cloning and Characterization of a Novel N-acetylglucosaminidase (AtlD) from Enterococcus faecalis

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-27 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Eduardo Serrano-Maldonado ◽  
Israel García-Cano ◽  
Augusto González-Canto ◽  
Eliel Ruiz-May ◽  
Jose Miguel Elizalde-Contreras ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Enterococcus Faecalis ◽  
Food Industry ◽  
Pathogenic Bacteria ◽  
Heterologous Protein ◽  
Biochemical Characterization ◽  
Ph Values ◽  
Food Borne ◽  
Sds Page ◽  
Exclusion Chromatography

The <i>atlD</i> gene from<i></i> an <i>Enterococcus faecalis</i> strain isolated from a Mexican artisanal cheese was cloned, sequenced and expressed in <i>Escherichia coli</i> in order to perform a biochemical characterization<i>.</i> A partial amino acid sequence of the heterologous protein was obtained by LC-MS/MS, and it corresponded to a novel peptidoglycan hydrolase designated AtlD. Its molecular mass was 62–75 kDa, as determined by SDS-PAGE, zymography, Western blot, and exclusion chromatography. Electrofocusing rendered an isoelectric point (pI) of 4.8. It exhibited N-acetylglucosaminidase activity, with an optimal pH and temperature between 6–7 and 50°C, respectively. It retained 85% activity with NaCl at 1,000 mM, but it was susceptible to divalent ions, particularly Zn<sup>2+</sup>. It showed antibacterial activity against <i>Listeria monocytogenes</i>,<i> Staphylococcus aureus</i>, and enterococcal<i></i> strains of clinical origin. Due to the fact that it showed activity versus pathogenic bacteria, and because of its capabilities under ionic strength, temperature, and pH values present in food matrices, it could be applied as an additive in the food industry. This study will aid in the design of new antibacterial agents of natural origin to combat food-borne diseases, and it could be used as an industrial or hospital hygiene agent as well.

Taxonomic characterization and identification of Saccharomyces cerevisiae D8 for brandy production from pineapple

2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (4) ◽  
pp. 474-482
Author(s):  
Hoang Thi Le Thuong ◽  
Nguyen Quang Hao ◽  
Tran Thi Thuy
Keyword(s):  
Saccharomyces Cerevisiae ◽  
Low Ph ◽  
Yeast Strains ◽  
Biological Studies ◽  
Taxonomic Characterization

Eight yeast strains (denoted as D1 to D8) were isolated from samples of natural fermented pineapple. Strain D8 showed highest alcoholic production at low pH and special aroma of pineapple has been chosen for further study. Taxonomic characterization of strain D8 using morphological, biochemical and molecular biological studies confirmed that strain D8  belong to Saccharomycetaceae family, Saccharomycetales order and Saccharomyces cerevisiae species. Therefore, we named this strain as Saccharomyces cerevisiae D8 for further study on Brandy production from pineapple. Citation: Hoang Thi Le Thuong, Nguyen Quang Hao, Tran Thi Thuy, 2017. Taxonomic characterization and identification of Saccharomyces cerevisiae D8 for brandy production from pineapple. Tap chi Sinh hoc, 39(4): 474- 482. DOI: 10.15625/0866-7160/v39n4.10864.*Corresponding author: [email protected] Received 5 December 2016, accepted 12 August 2017

Characterization of Different Types of Biomass Wastes Using Thermogravimetric and ICP-MS Analyses

2020 ◽  
Vol 70 (12) ◽  
pp. 4594-4600
Keyword(s):  
Thermogravimetric Analysis ◽  
Food Industry ◽  
Wood Waste ◽  
Biomass Ash ◽  
Minor Elements ◽  
Ms Analysis ◽  
Icp Ms ◽  
Different Types

The purpose of this study was to characterize some types of biomass wastes resulted from different activities such as: agriculture, forestry and food industry using thermogravimetric and ICP-MS analyses. Also, it was optimized an ICP-MS method for the determination of As, Cd and Pb from biomass ash samples. The ICP-MS analysis revealed that the highest concentration of metals (As, Cd, Pb) was recorded in the wood waste ash sample, also the thermogravimetric analysis indicated that the highest amount of ash was obtained for the same sample (26.82%). The biomass wastes mentioned in this study are alternative recyclable materials, reusable as pellets and briquettes. Keywords: ash, biomass, ICP-MS, minor elements, TG

Characterization of the Lipid Fraction of Cocoplum Seeds (Chrysobalanusicaco, L) for Use in the Food Industry

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrea Almeida Mello ◽  
Cristiane Hess Azevedo-Meleiro ◽  
Armando Ubirajara Oliveira Sabaa-Srur ◽  
Renato Grimaldi ◽  
Robert E. Smith
Keyword(s):  
Food Industry ◽  
Lipid Fraction

Mn-Mo-O Catalysts for Methanol Oxidation. I. Preparation and Characterization of the Catalysts

1992 ◽  
Vol 57 (12) ◽  
pp. 2529-2538 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krasimir Ivanov ◽  
Penka Litcheva ◽  
Dimitar Klissurski
Keyword(s):  
Methanol Oxidation ◽  
Solution Concentration ◽  
Alkaline Media ◽  
Acidic Media ◽  
Chemical Methods ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Ph Values ◽  
Precipitate Composition

Mn-Mo-O catalysts with a different Mo/Mn ratio have been prepared by precipitation. The precipitate composition as a function of solution concentration and pH was studied by X-ray, IR, thermal and chemical methods. Formation of manganese molybdates with MnMoO4.1.5H2O, Mn3Mo3O12.2.5H2O, and Mn3Mo4O15.4H2O composition has been supposed. It is concluded that pure MnMoO4 may be obtained in both acid and alkaline media, the pH values depending on the concentration of the initial solutions. The maximum Mo/Mn ratio in the precipitates is 1.33. The formation of pure Mn3Mo4O15.4H2O is possible in weakly acidic media. This process is favoured by increasing the concentration of initial solutions.

scholarly journals Biochemical and Taxonomic Characterization of Novel Haloarchaeal Strains and Purification of the Recombinant Halotolerant α-Amylase Discovered in the Isolate

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dipesh Kumar Verma ◽  
Gunjan Vasudeva ◽  
Chandni Sidhu ◽  
Anil K. Pinnaka ◽  
Senthil E. Prasad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Taxonomic Characterization

scholarly journals Characterization of Two Ethephon-Induced IDA-Like Genes from Mango, and Elucidation of Their Involvement in Regulating Organ Abscission

Genes ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 439
Author(s):  
Avinash Chandra Rai ◽  
Eyal Halon ◽  
Hanita Zemach ◽  
Tali Zviran ◽  
Isaac Sisai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Expression Profiles ◽  
Mangifera Indica ◽  
Ectopic Expression ◽  
Fruit Trees ◽  
Floral Organ ◽  
Cytosolic Ph ◽  
Early Increase ◽  
Encoding Genes ◽  
Fruitlet Abscission

In mango (Mangifera indica L.), fruitlet abscission limits productivity. The INFLORESCENCE DEFICIENT IN ABSCISSION (IDA) peptide acts as a key component controlling abscission events in Arabidopsis. IDA-like peptides may assume similar roles in fruit trees. In this study, we isolated two mango IDA-like encoding-genes, MiIDA1 and MiIDA2. We used mango fruitlet-bearing explants and fruitlet-bearing trees, in which fruitlets abscission was induced using ethephon. We monitored the expression profiles of the two MiIDA-like genes in control and treated fruitlet abscission zones (AZs). In both systems, qRT-PCR showed that, within 24 h, both MiIDA-like genes were induced by ethephon, and that changes in their expression profiles were associated with upregulation of different ethylene signaling-related and cell-wall modifying genes. Furthermore, ectopic expression of both genes in Arabidopsis promoted floral-organ abscission, and was accompanied by an early increase in the cytosolic pH of floral AZ cells—a phenomenon known to be linked with abscission, and by activation of cell separation in vestigial AZs. Finally, overexpression of both genes in an Atida mutant restored its abscission ability. Our results suggest roles for MiIDA1 and MiIDA2 in affecting mango fruitlet abscission. Based on our results, we propose new possible modes of action for IDA-like proteins in regulating organ abscission.

scholarly journals Incidence and characterisation of Bacillus cereus bacteriophages from Thua Nao, a Thai fermented soybean product

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 85-93
Author(s):  
Wallapat Phongtang ◽  
Ekachai Chukeatirote
Keyword(s):  
Bacillus Cereus ◽  
Food Industry ◽  
Pathogenic Bacteria ◽  
Morphological Analysis ◽  
Food Poisoning ◽  
Fermented Soybean ◽  
Foodborne Pathogenic Bacteria ◽  
Ph Range ◽  
Potential Use

Abstract Bacillus cereus is considered to be an important food poisoning agent causing diarrhea and vomiting. In this study, the occurrence of B. cereus bacteriophages in Thai fermented soybean products (Thua Nao) was studied using five B. cereus sensu lato indicator strains (four B. cereus strains and one B. thuringiensis strain). In a total of 26 Thua Nao samples, there were only two bacteriophages namely BaceFT01 and BaceCM02 exhibiting lytic activity against B. cereus. Morphological analysis revealed that these two bacteriophages belonged to the Myoviridae. Both phages were specific to B. cereus and not able to lyse other tested bacteria including B. licheniformis and B. subtilis. The two phages were able to survive in a pH range between 5 and 12. However, both phages were inactive either by treatment of 50°C for 2 h or exposure of UV for 2 h. It should be noted that both phages were chloroform-insensitive, however. This is the first report describing the presence of bacteriophages in Thua Nao products. The characterization of these two phages is expected to be useful in the food industry for an alternative strategy including the potential use of the phages as a biocontrol candidate against foodborne pathogenic bacteria.

scholarly journals Characterization of Basil Volatile Fraction and Study of Its Agronomic Variation by ASCA

Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (13) ◽  
pp. 3842
Author(s):  
Alessandro D’Alessandro ◽  
Daniele Ballestrieri ◽  
Lorenzo Strani ◽  
Marina Cocchi ◽  
Caterina Durante
Keyword(s):  
Food Industry ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Component Analysis ◽  
Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry ◽  
Volatile Fraction ◽  
Combined Effects ◽  
A Posteriori ◽  
Aroma Profile ◽  
Simultaneous Component Analysis

Basil is a plant known worldwide for its culinary and health attributes. It counts more than a hundred and fifty species and many more chemo-types due to its easy cross-breeds. Each species and each chemo-type have a typical aroma pattern and selecting the proper one is crucial for the food industry. Twelve basil varieties have been studied over three years (2018–2020), as have four different cuts. To characterize the aroma profile, nine typical basil flavour molecules have been selected using a gas chromatography–mass spectrometry coupled with an olfactometer (GC–MS/O). The concentrations of the nine selected molecules were measured by an ultra-fast CG e-nose and Principal Component Analysis (PCA) was applied to detect possible differences among the samples. The PCA results highlighted differences between harvesting years, mainly for 2018, whereas no observable clusters were found concerning varieties and cuts, probably due to the combined effects of the investigated factors. For this reason, the ANOVA Simultaneous Component Analysis (ASCA) methodology was applied on a balanced a posteriori designed dataset. All the considered factors and interactions were statistically significant (p < 0.05) in explaining differences between the basil aroma profiles, with more relevant effects of variety and year.

scholarly journals Development and Validation of a Nested-PCR-Denaturing Gradient Gel Electrophoresis Method for Taxonomic Characterization of Bifidobacterial Communities

2003 ◽  
Vol 69 (11) ◽  
pp. 6380-6385 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Temmerman ◽  
L. Masco ◽  
T. Vanhoutte ◽  
G. Huys ◽  
J. Swings
Keyword(s):  
Nested Pcr ◽  
Gel Electrophoresis ◽  
Denaturing Gradient Gel Electrophoresis ◽  
Temporal Changes ◽  
Rrna Gene ◽  
Specific Pcr ◽  
Gradient Gel Electrophoresis ◽  
Species Specific ◽  
Taxonomic Characterization

ABSTRACT The taxonomic characterization of a bacterial community is difficult to combine with the monitoring of its temporal changes. None of the currently available identification techniques are able to visualize a “complete” community, whereas techniques designed for analyzing bacterial ecosystems generally display limited or labor-intensive identification potential. This paper describes the optimization and validation of a nested-PCR-denaturing gradient gel electrophoresis (DGGE) approach for the species-specific analysis of bifidobacterial communities from any ecosystem. The method comprises a Bifidobacterium-specific PCR step, followed by purification of the amplicons that serve as template DNA in a second PCR step that amplifies the V3 and V6-V8 regions of the 16S rRNA gene. A mix of both amplicons is analyzed on a DGGE gel, after which the band positions are compared with a previously constructed database of reference strains. The method was validated through the analysis of four artificial mixtures, mimicking the possible bifidobacterial microbiota of the human and chicken intestine, a rumen, and the environment, and of two fecal samples. Except for the species Bifidobacterium coryneforme and B. indicum, all currently known bifidobacteria originating from various ecosystems can be identified in a highly reproducible manner. Because no further cloning and sequencing of the DGGE bands is necessary, this nested-PCR-DGGE technique can be completed within a 24-h span, allowing the species-specific monitoring of temporal changes in the bifidobacterial community.

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