scholarly journals The Effect of Blanching on Phytochemical Content and Bioactivity of Hypochaeris and Hyoseris Species (Asteraceae), Vegetables Traditionally Used in Southern Italy

Foods ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 32
Author(s):  
Vincenzo Sicari ◽  
Monica R. Loizzo ◽  
Ana Sanches Silva ◽  
Rosa Romeo ◽  
Giovanni Spampinato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Effect ◽  
Wild Plants ◽  
In Vitro Tests ◽  
Plant Materials ◽  
Phytochemical Content ◽  
Chlorophyll Contents ◽  
Reducing Ability ◽  
Ic50 Values ◽  
The Impact

The impact of blanching on the phytochemical content and bioactivity of Hypochaeris laevigata (HL), Hypochaeris radicata (HR), Hyoseris radiata (HRA), and Hyoseris lucida subsp. taurina (HT) leaves was studied and compared to fresh plant materials and residual blanching water. For this purpose, total phenols, flavonoids, carotenoids, and chlorophyll contents were quantified. The antioxidant effect was investigated by using different in vitro tests (β-carotene, ferric reducing ability power (FRAP), 2,2′-Azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) (ABTS) and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), whereas the potential inhibitory activity of key enzymes linked to obesity was screened against lipase, α-amylase, and α-glucosidase. Generally, the phytochemical content followed the trend: fresh > blanching water > blanched samples. The same trend was observed in the antioxidant activity independently of the applied test as well as in the inhibition of lipase and carbohydrates-hydrolysing enzymes. In particular, fresh Hypochaeris laevigata (HL1) showed the lowest inhibitory concentration 50% (IC50) values of 31.3 and 42.7 μg/mL, against α-glucosidase and α-amylase, respectively, whereas fresh Hyoseris radiata (HRA1) showed the most promising hypolipidemic activity (IC50 value of 39.8 μg/mL). Collectively, these results support the health effect of these wild plants and demonstrated that blanching water should be reused in food preparation since it is a good source of bioactive compounds and its consumption should be recommended in order to increase the uptake of micronutrients.

scholarly journals Alternative Control of Phragmidium rubi-idaei Infecting Two Rubus Species

Plants ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 1452
Author(s):  
Raluca-Maria Pârlici ◽  
Aurel Maxim ◽  
Stefania Mirela Mang ◽  
Ippolito Camele ◽  
Lucia Mihalescu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Organic Farming ◽  
Plant Pathogens ◽  
Field Experiments ◽  
Control Sample ◽  
Field Tests ◽  
In Vitro Tests ◽  
Rust Disease ◽  
Conidia Germination ◽  
The Impact

Organic berry plantations have been gaining popularity among farmers during recent years. Even so, farmers experience serious challenges in disease control management, which is a concern in organic farming. Phragmidiumrubi-idaei (DC) P. Karst is the pathogen responsible for blackberry and raspberry rust disease, one of the most present and active diseases in plantations. The antifungal certified products found on the organic farming market offer the opportunity for an efficient control strategy over plant pathogens in fruit shrub plantations. In this study, 5 natural based products—namely Altosan, Mimox, Canelys, Zitron, and Zeolite—were tested for their fungistatic effect over P. rubi-idaei. The experiments were carried out under laboratory conditions, performing observations over the impact of organic products, used at different concentration levels, on rust conidia germination. Moreover, field experiments were conducted in order to evaluate the efficiency of different treatments for rust control on raspberry (‘Polka’, ‘Veten’ and ‘Heritage’) and blackberry (‘Thorn Free’, ‘Chester’ and ‘Loch Ness’) varieties. Data analysis based on ANOVA tests showed significant differences between the tested variants and the control sample at p < 0.001. Furthermore, LSD test confirmed differences between all substances tested (p < 0.005). The natural products Canelys (formulated with cinnamon) and Zytron (based on citrus extract) have proven the highest inhibitory capacity for conidia germination during in vitro tests registering values of 80.42% and 78.34%, respectively. The same high inhibitory rates against rust pathogen were kept also in the field tests using the same two natural-based products mentioned earlier. In addition, outcomes from this study demonstrated that Zeolite is not recommended for raspberry or blackberry rust control.

scholarly journals Phenolics and Carotenoid Contents in the Leaves of Different Organic and Conventional Raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.) Cultivars and Their In Vitro Activity

Antioxidants ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 458 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ponder ◽  
Hallmann
Keyword(s):  
Salicylic Acid ◽  
Rubus Idaeus ◽  
Vitro Activity ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
In Vitro Activity ◽  
Total Carotenoids ◽  
Chlorophyll Contents ◽  
Chlorophylls A And B ◽  
The Impact

: Raspberry leaves are a source of carotenoids and polyphenols, including ellagic acid and salicylic acid. The results of scientific research suggest that they have potential pro-health properties that contribute to human health. The aim of this study was to determine the polyphenolic and carotenoid profiles in the leaves of selected raspberry cultivars and their in vitro activity. The second aim was to determine the impact of organic and conventional farm management on the polyphenol, carotenoid, and chlorophyll contents in different raspberry cultivars: ‘Polana’, ‘Polka’, ‘Tulameen’, ‘Laszka’ and ‘Glen Ample’. Compared with conventional raspberry leaves, organic raspberry leaves were characterized by a significantly higher content of dry matter, total polyphenols, total phenolic acids, chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid, salicylic acid and quercetin-3-O-rutinoside; moreover, the organic leaves were characterized by higher antioxidant activity. Among examined cultivars, ‘Polka’ c. was characterized by the highest antioxidant status. However, raspberry leaves from conventional farms contained more total carotenoids, violaxanthin, alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, total chlorophyll and individual forms of chlorophylls: a and b.

scholarly journals Analysis of the Exposure of Organisms to the Action of Nanomaterials

Materials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 349 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anita Staroń ◽  
Olga Długosz ◽  
Jolanta Pulit-Prociak ◽  
Marcin Banach
Keyword(s):  
Metal Oxides ◽  
Metal Nanoparticles ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Careful Analysis ◽  
In Vitro Tests ◽  
Nanoparticle Interactions ◽  
The Impact

The rapid development of the production of materials containing metal nanoparticles and metal oxides is a potential risk to the environment. The degree of exposure of organisms to nanoparticles increases from year to year, and its effects are not fully known. This is due to the fact that the range of nanoparticle interactions on cells, tissues and the environment requires careful analysis. It is necessary to develop methods for testing the properties of nanomaterials and the mechanisms of their impact on individual cells as well as on entire organisms. The particular need to raise public awareness of the main sources of exposure to nanoparticles should also be highlighted. This paper presents the main sources and possible routes of exposure to metal nanoparticles and metal oxides. Key elements of research on the impact of nanoparticles on organisms, that is, in vitro tests, in vivo tests and methods of detection of nanoparticles in organisms, are presented.

Potential Antimalarials. XVI. 4'-Chloro-3-[7″-chloro(and trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4″-yl]amino-5-(substituted amino)methylbiphenyl-4-ols and 4'-Bromo(and 3'-trifluoromethyl)-3-(substituted amino)methyl-5-(7″-trifluoromethylquinolin-4″-yl)aminobiphenyl-2-ols

1992 ◽  
Vol 45 (11) ◽  
pp. 1845 ◽  
Author(s):  
GB Barlin ◽  
FL Tian ◽  
B Kotecka ◽  
KH Rieckmann
Keyword(s):  
Plasmodium Falciparum ◽  
Antimalarial Activity ◽  
Mannich Bases ◽  
In Vitro Tests ◽  
Ic50 Values

Twenty-four mono-Mannich bases of the general formulae 4'-chloro-3-[7″-chloro(and trifluoro-methyl)quinolin-4'-yl]amino-5-(substituted amino)methylbiphenyl-4-ols and 4'-bromo(and 3'- trifluoromethyl-3(substituted amino)methyl-5(7″-trifluoromethylquinolin-4″-yl) aminobiphenyl-2-ols have been prepared by condensation of the 4-chloro heterocycle with 5-amino-3-(N-substituted amino)methyl-4'-chlorobiphenyl-4-ols or 5-amino-3-(N-substituted amino)methyl- 4'-bromo(or 3'-trifluoromethyl)biphenyl-2-ols. The antimalarial activity of these products in in vitro tests against Plasmodium falciparum reveals many with IC50 values of 50-100 nM ( chloroquine 20-40 nM ). The biphenyl-2-ols were more active than comparable biphenyl-4-ols.

scholarly journals Honokiol and Magnolol Production by in vitro Micropropagated Plants of Magnolia dealbata, an Endangered Endemic Mexican Species

2010 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 1934578X1000500 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fabiola Domínguez ◽  
Marco Chávez ◽  
María Luisa Garduño-Ramírez ◽  
Víctor M. Chávez-Avila ◽  
Martín Mata ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Growth Medium ◽  
Leaf Explants ◽  
Wild Plants ◽  
Root Induction ◽  
Ms Medium ◽  
Plant Materials ◽  
Detection Techniques ◽  
Magnolia Dealbata ◽  
Selection Of

An efficient protocol for the in vitro propagation of Magnolia dealbata Zucc., an important medicinal plant that is the source of the anxiolytic and anticancer compounds honokiol and magnolol, was established. This plant is wild-crafted, and conservationists have expressed concerns with regard to the sustainability of production. In the present work, two factors were found to be of importance for the regeneration of M. dealbata and the production of honokiol and magnolol. These factors were the type of explants and the combination and concentration of plant-growth regulators. Green, compact, nodular organogenic callus was obtained from leaf explants in a medium fortified with Murashige and Skoog salts and supplemented with 1.5 mg/L 2,4-dicholorophenoxyacetic acid and 1.5 mg/L kinetin. Shoot multiplication from callus cultures was achieved in the Murashige and Skoog (MS) medium with 1.5 mg/L thidiazuron (TDZ). Phenol secretion was controlled by the addition of 250 mg/L of activated charcoal. For rooting, shoots were transferred to MS medium supplemented with several auxins. After root induction, the plants were hardened in earthen pots containing sand, soil, and vermiculite. The contents of honokiol (HK) and magnolol (MG) were determined in different plant materials by high-performance liquid chromatography-diode-array detection techniques. This analysis revealed that the honokiol and magnolol content in aerial and underground parts of micropropagated M. dealbata were higher than that observed in wild plants (both 6 months old). Our results suggest that conservation of M. dealbata is possible by means of in vitro multiplication of leaf-derived callus. The usefulness of M. dealbata regeneration and production of HK and MG may be attributed to the proper selection of explant sourcing and identification of the correct growth medium to support adequate growth. This careful selection of explants and growth medium leads to a very useful source of plant material for pharmacological and phytomedicinal screening applications and, above all, would safeguard this plant species from the threat of extinction.

scholarly journals 1,2,4-Triazine Sulfonamides: Synthesis by Sulfenamide Intermediates, In Vitro Anticancer Screening, Structural Characterization, and Molecular Docking Study

Molecules ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (10) ◽  
pp. 2324
Author(s):  
Danuta Branowska ◽  
Zbigniew Karczmarzyk ◽  
Ewa Wolińska ◽  
Waldemar Wysocki ◽  
Maja Morawiak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Docking ◽  
Anticancer Activity ◽  
Estrogen Receptor Alpha ◽  
Theoretical Calculations ◽  
Molecular Structures ◽  
Breast Cancer Cell Lines ◽  
In Vitro Tests ◽  
Molecular Docking Study ◽  
Ic50 Values

In this study, we synthesized novel sulfonamides with a 1,2,4-triazine moiety according to pharmacophore requirements for biological activity. All the synthesized compounds were tested in vitro to verify whether they exhibited anticancer activity against the human breast cancer cell lines MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231. Among them, two most active ones, having IC50 values of 50 and 42 µM, respectively, were found to show higher anticancer activity than chlorambucil used as the reference in the in vitro tests. In addition, two other compounds, which had IC50 values of 78 and 91 µM, respectively, exhibited a similar level of activity as chlorambucil. X-ray analysis carried out for two of the compounds confirmed their synthesis pathway as well as their assumed molecular structures. Furthermore, a conformational analysis was performed, and electronic parameters of molecules were characterized using theoretical calculations at AM1 and DFT level. Moreover, molecular docking revealed the mode of binding of the investigated 1,2,4-triazine sulfonamides with the human estrogen receptor alpha (ERα).

scholarly journals The Toothbrush Microbiome: Impact of User Age, Period of Use and Bristle Material on the Microbial Communities of Toothbrushes

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 1379 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marc-Kevin Zinn ◽  
Laura Schages ◽  
Dirk Bockmühl
Keyword(s):  
Bacterial Colonization ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Antibiotic Resistance Genes ◽  
In Vitro Tests ◽  
Bacterial Survival ◽  
Microbial Composition ◽  
Growth And Survival ◽  
Ngs Data ◽  
The Impact

Toothbrushes play a central role in oral hygiene and must be considered one of the most common articles of daily use. We analysed the bacterial colonization of used toothbrushes by next generation sequencing (NGS) and by cultivation on different media. Furthermore, we determined the occurrence of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) and the impact of different bristle materials on microbial growth and survival. NGS data revealed that Enterobacteriaceae, Micrococcaceae, Actinomycetaceae, and Streptococcaceae comprise major parts of the toothbrush microbiome. The composition of the microbiome differed depending on the period of use or user age. While higher fractions of Actinomycetales, Lactobacillales, and Enterobacterales were found after shorter periods, Micrococcales dominated on both toothbrushes used for more than four weeks and on toothbrushes of older users, while in-vitro tests revealed increasing counts of Micrococcus on all bristle materials as well. Compared to other environments, we found a rather low frequency of ARGs. We determined bacterial counts between 1.42 × 106 and 1.19 × 107 cfu/toothbrush on used toothbrushes and no significant effect of different bristles materials on bacterial survival or growth. Our study illustrates that toothbrushes harbor various microorganisms and that both period of use and user age might affect the microbial composition.

scholarly journals Preparation of Innovative Skin Compatible Films to Release Polysaccharides for Biobased Beauty Masks

Cosmetics ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 70 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria-Beatrice Coltelli ◽  
Serena Danti ◽  
Luisa Trombi ◽  
Pierfrancesco Morganti ◽  
Giovanna Donnarumma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Immune Modulation ◽  
Human Keratinocytes ◽  
In Vitro Tests ◽  
Biobased Materials ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Good Starting Point ◽  
Skin Compatibility ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Fast Release

The preparation and selection of biobased materials compatible with skin is essential for producing innovative and highly eco-friendly beauty masks. The use of a commercial elastomeric poly(hydroxyalkanoate) and starch was fundamental to select materials for bioplastic films with the necessary resistance in wet conditions, skin compatibility and capacity for a fast release of polysaccharides and similar active and functional molecules. Micrometric calcium carbonate was also used to control the stickiness of film during moulding. Starch release in water was investigated by gravimetric and infrared analyses. The compatibility with skin was investigated via two different in vitro tests based on human keratinocytes and human mesenchymal stromal cells. The materials were highly cytocompatible with skin, enabled immune modulation by keratinocytes and starch release in water up to 49% by weight in 30 min. These outcomes are a good starting point for boosting the production of biobased and biodegradable beauty masks, thus decreasing the impact onto environment of cosmetic products that are currently still mainly produced using petrol-based substrates.

scholarly journals Expression of a Heterologous Glutamate Dehydrogenase Gene inLactococcus lactis Highly Improves the Conversion of Amino Acids to Aroma Compounds

2000 ◽  
Vol 66 (4) ◽  
pp. 1354-1359 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liesbeth Rijnen ◽  
Pascal Courtin ◽  
Jean-Claude Gripon ◽  
Mireille Yvon
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Amino Acid ◽  
Glutamate Dehydrogenase ◽  
Aroma Compounds ◽  
In Vitro Tests ◽  
Limiting Factor ◽  
Keto Acid ◽  
Cheese Curd ◽  
The Impact

ABSTRACT The first step of amino acid degradation in lactococci is a transamination, which requires an α-keto acid as the amino group acceptor. We have previously shown that the level of available α-keto acid in semihard cheese is the first limiting factor for conversion of amino acids to aroma compounds, since aroma formation is greatly enhanced by adding α-ketoglutarate to cheese curd. In this study we introduced a heterologous catabolic glutamate dehydrogenase (GDH) gene into Lactococcus lactis so that this organism could produce α-ketoglutarate from glutamate, which is present at high levels in cheese. Then we evaluated the impact of GDH activity on amino acid conversion in in vitro tests and in a cheese model by using radiolabeled amino acids as tracers. The GDH-producing lactococcal strain degraded amino acids without added α-ketoglutarate to the same extent that the wild-type strain degraded amino acids with added α-ketoglutarate. Interestingly, the GDH-producing lactococcal strain produced a higher proportion of carboxylic acids, which are major aroma compounds. Our results demonstrated that a GDH-producing lactococcal strain could be used instead of adding α-ketoglutarate to improve aroma development in cheese.

scholarly journals Impact of a Brief Postharvest Hot Water Drench Treatment on Decay, Fruit Appearance, and Microbe Populations of California Lemons and Oranges

2003 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 333-338 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph L. Smilanick ◽  
David Sorenson ◽  
Monir Mansour ◽  
Jonah Aieyabei ◽  
Pilar Plaza
Keyword(s):  
Sodium Carbonate ◽  
High Volume ◽  
Hot Water ◽  
In Vitro Tests ◽  
Citrus Limon ◽  
Sour Rot ◽  
Green Mold ◽  
Water Treatments ◽  
The Impact

A brief (15 or 30 seconds) high-volume, low-pressure, hot-water drench at 68, 120, 130, 140, or 145 °F (20.0, 48.9, 54.4, 60.0, or 62.8 °C) was applied over rotating brushes to `Eureka' lemons (Citrus limon) and `Valencia' oranges (Citrus sinensis). The impact of this treatment on populations of surface microbes, injury to the fruit, the incidence of green mold (Penicillium digitatum)or sour rot (Geotrichum citri-aurantii), when inoculated into wounds one day prior to treatment, and temperatures required to kill the spores of these fungi and P. italicum suspended in hot water were determined. Fruit microbial populations were determined immediately after treatment. Decay and injuries were assessed after storage for 3 weeks at 55 °F (12.8 °C). The efficacy of the hot water treatments was compared to immersion of fruit in 3% wt/vol sodium carbonate at 95 °F (35.0 °C) for 30 seconds, a common commercial practice in California. Initial yeast and mold populations, initially log10 6.0 per fruit, were reduced to log10 3.3 on lemons and log10 4.2 on oranges by a 15-second treatment at 145 °F. Green mold control improved with increasing temperature and treatment duration. Green mold incidence was reduced from 97.9% and 98.0% on untreated lemons and oranges, respectively, to 14.5% and 9.4% by 30 seconds treatment with 145 °F water. However, immersion of lemons or oranges in 3% wt/vol sodium carbonate was superior and reduced green mold to 8.0% and 8.9%, respectively. Sour rot incidence on lemons averaged 84.3% after all water treatments, and was not significantly reduced, although arthrospores of G. citriaurantii died at lower water temperatures than spores of P. digitatum and P. italicum in in vitro tests. Sodium carbonate treatment for 30 seconds at 95 °F reduced sour rot to 36.7%. None of the treatments caused visible injuries to the fruit.

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