Oral vaccine prevents recurring UTIs for nine years
An oral vaccine in the form of a pineapple-flavoured spray prevented recurrent urinary tract infections in 53.9 per cent of clinical trial participants (Source: New Scientist - Health)
Source: New Scientist - Health - April 9, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: research
Prebiotic levan type fructan from Bacillus subtilis PR-C18 as a potent antibiofilm agent: Structural elucidation and in silico analysis
Carbohydr Res. 2024 Mar 23;538:109075. doi: 10.1016/j.carres.2024.109075. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe global demand for therapeutic prebiotics persuades the quest for novel exopolysaccharides that can retard the growth of pathobionts and healthcare-associated pathogens. In this regard, an exopolysaccharide (3.69 mg/mL) producing strain showing prebiotic and antibiofilm activity was isolated from indigenous pineapple pomace of Tripura and identified as Bacillus subtilis PR-C18. Zymogram analysis revealed EPS PR-C18 was synthesized by levansucrase (∼57 kDa) with a maximal activity of 4.62 U/mg. Chromatography techniq...
Source: Carbohydrate Research - April 2, 2024 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Juanit Thomas Payel Roy Arabinda Ghosh Megha Mete Samir Kumar Sil Deeplina Das Source Type: research
Prebiotic levan type fructan from Bacillus subtilis PR-C18 as a potent antibiofilm agent: Structural elucidation and in silico analysis
Carbohydr Res. 2024 Mar 23;538:109075. doi: 10.1016/j.carres.2024.109075. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe global demand for therapeutic prebiotics persuades the quest for novel exopolysaccharides that can retard the growth of pathobionts and healthcare-associated pathogens. In this regard, an exopolysaccharide (3.69 mg/mL) producing strain showing prebiotic and antibiofilm activity was isolated from indigenous pineapple pomace of Tripura and identified as Bacillus subtilis PR-C18. Zymogram analysis revealed EPS PR-C18 was synthesized by levansucrase (∼57 kDa) with a maximal activity of 4.62 U/mg. Chromatography techniq...
Source: Carbohydrate Research - April 2, 2024 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Juanit Thomas Payel Roy Arabinda Ghosh Megha Mete Samir Kumar Sil Deeplina Das Source Type: research
Combining thermosonication microstress and pineapple peel extract addition to achieve quality and post-acidification control in yogurt fermentation
This study confirmed the feasibility of thermosonication-preconditioned LAB inocula, in combination with the use of natural active components from fruit processing byproducts, to alleviate post-acidification in yogurt and to enhance its antioxidant activities as well as simultaneously maintaining sensory features.PMID:38552299 | DOI:10.1016/j.ultsonch.2024.106857 (Source: Ultrasonics Sonochemistry)
Source: Ultrasonics Sonochemistry - March 29, 2024 Category: Chemistry Authors: Xiaohui Zhang Yuanrong Zheng Changyu Zhou Jinxuan Cao Yifeng Zhang Zhen Wu Daodong Pan Zhendong Cai Qiang Xia Source Type: research
Green synthesis of copper nanoparticles by using pineapple peel waste: in vitro characterizations and antibacterial potential
Bioprocess Biosyst Eng. 2024 Mar 27. doi: 10.1007/s00449-024-02982-w. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTA considerable amount of fruit waste is being produced every day worldwide. The green synthesis of metal nanoparticles from fruit peel waste can be an innovative, cost-effective, and eco-friendly alternative to traditional methods. Copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) were synthesized by a green method using the pineapple peels extract (PLX) and copper sulfate pentahydrate. The formation of CuNPs was visually identified and detected by UV-Visible spectroscopy. The CuNPs were characterized by Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectro...
Source: Bioprocess and Biosystems Engineering - March 27, 2024 Category: Biomedical Engineering Authors: Sanchita Mitra Tarun Kumar Dua Serina Easmin Sucheta Sarkar Arijit Prosad Roy Ranabir Sahu Gouranga Nandi Md Salman Haydar Swarnendu Roy Paramita Paul Source Type: research
Green synthesis of copper nanoparticles by using pineapple peel waste: in vitro characterizations and antibacterial potential
Bioprocess Biosyst Eng. 2024 Mar 27. doi: 10.1007/s00449-024-02982-w. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTA considerable amount of fruit waste is being produced every day worldwide. The green synthesis of metal nanoparticles from fruit peel waste can be an innovative, cost-effective, and eco-friendly alternative to traditional methods. Copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) were synthesized by a green method using the pineapple peels extract (PLX) and copper sulfate pentahydrate. The formation of CuNPs was visually identified and detected by UV-Visible spectroscopy. The CuNPs were characterized by Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectro...
Source: Bioprocess and Biosystems Engineering - March 27, 2024 Category: Biomedical Engineering Authors: Sanchita Mitra Tarun Kumar Dua Serina Easmin Sucheta Sarkar Arijit Prosad Roy Ranabir Sahu Gouranga Nandi Md Salman Haydar Swarnendu Roy Paramita Paul Source Type: research
Green synthesis of copper nanoparticles by using pineapple peel waste: in vitro characterizations and antibacterial potential
Bioprocess Biosyst Eng. 2024 Mar 27. doi: 10.1007/s00449-024-02982-w. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTA considerable amount of fruit waste is being produced every day worldwide. The green synthesis of metal nanoparticles from fruit peel waste can be an innovative, cost-effective, and eco-friendly alternative to traditional methods. Copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) were synthesized by a green method using the pineapple peels extract (PLX) and copper sulfate pentahydrate. The formation of CuNPs was visually identified and detected by UV-Visible spectroscopy. The CuNPs were characterized by Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectro...
Source: Bioprocess and Biosystems Engineering - March 27, 2024 Category: Biomedical Engineering Authors: Sanchita Mitra Tarun Kumar Dua Serina Easmin Sucheta Sarkar Arijit Prosad Roy Ranabir Sahu Gouranga Nandi Md Salman Haydar Swarnendu Roy Paramita Paul Source Type: research
The Mediterranean diet: a historical perspective
Aging Clin Exp Res. 2024 Mar 23;36(1):78. doi: 10.1007/s40520-023-02686-3.ABSTRACTThe Mediterranean diet, which was born in the Mediterranean basin, was initially quite poor and simple, essentially based on the products that grew almost spontaneously along the shores of the Mediterranean, i.e., olives, grapes, and wheat, which were long cultivated in the Mediterranean region. The invasions of the Roman Empire by barbarian populations, between 400 and 800 AD, made the diet enriched with products from wild uncultivated areas, meat from game and pigs, and vegetables. With the arrival of the Arabs in southern Italy in the nint...
Source: Aging Clinical and Experimental Research - March 23, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Antonio Capurso Source Type: research
The Mediterranean diet: a historical perspective
Aging Clin Exp Res. 2024 Mar 23;36(1):78. doi: 10.1007/s40520-023-02686-3.ABSTRACTThe Mediterranean diet, which was born in the Mediterranean basin, was initially quite poor and simple, essentially based on the products that grew almost spontaneously along the shores of the Mediterranean, i.e., olives, grapes, and wheat, which were long cultivated in the Mediterranean region. The invasions of the Roman Empire by barbarian populations, between 400 and 800 AD, made the diet enriched with products from wild uncultivated areas, meat from game and pigs, and vegetables. With the arrival of the Arabs in southern Italy in the nint...
Source: Aging Clinical and Experimental Research - March 23, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Antonio Capurso Source Type: research
The Mediterranean diet: a historical perspective
Aging Clin Exp Res. 2024 Mar 23;36(1):78. doi: 10.1007/s40520-023-02686-3.ABSTRACTThe Mediterranean diet, which was born in the Mediterranean basin, was initially quite poor and simple, essentially based on the products that grew almost spontaneously along the shores of the Mediterranean, i.e., olives, grapes, and wheat, which were long cultivated in the Mediterranean region. The invasions of the Roman Empire by barbarian populations, between 400 and 800 AD, made the diet enriched with products from wild uncultivated areas, meat from game and pigs, and vegetables. With the arrival of the Arabs in southern Italy in the nint...
Source: Aging Clinical and Experimental Research - March 23, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Antonio Capurso Source Type: research
The Mediterranean diet: a historical perspective
Aging Clin Exp Res. 2024 Mar 23;36(1):78. doi: 10.1007/s40520-023-02686-3.ABSTRACTThe Mediterranean diet, which was born in the Mediterranean basin, was initially quite poor and simple, essentially based on the products that grew almost spontaneously along the shores of the Mediterranean, i.e., olives, grapes, and wheat, which were long cultivated in the Mediterranean region. The invasions of the Roman Empire by barbarian populations, between 400 and 800 AD, made the diet enriched with products from wild uncultivated areas, meat from game and pigs, and vegetables. With the arrival of the Arabs in southern Italy in the nint...
Source: Aging Clinical and Experimental Research - March 23, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Antonio Capurso Source Type: research
Bioconversion of pineapple wastes for production of Pleurotus pulmonarius (gray oyster mushroom) and Pleurotus ostreatus (white oyster mushroom)
This study was performed to find out the ability of using pineapple leaves waste as a substrate for the cultivation ofPleurotus pulmonarius (gray oyster mushroom) andPleurotus ostreatus (white oyster mushroom) and compare the results obtained with mushrooms grown using traditional substrates (sawdust). The mushroom bags were prepared using a dry and wet medium of pineapple leaves waste. The results revealed that 60% of dry and wet pineapple leaves waste produced the highest output ofP. pulmonarius andP. ostreatus in comparison to other percentages. The growing ofP. pulmonarius on dry pineapple leaves waste substrate reveal...
Source: Environmental Quality Management - March 20, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Norliana Munir,
Aizi Nor Mazila Ramli,
Aimi Wahidah Aminan,
Sharifah Zafierah Syed Badrulzaman,
Reshma Vasant Patil,
Siti Zulaiha Zailani,
Nur Izyan Wan Azelee,
Nor Hasmaliana Abdul Manas,
Elmie Adha Ismail Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research
Nutritional Composition and Therapeutic Potential of Pineapple Peel - A Comprehensive Review
Chem Biodivers. 2024 Mar 14:e202400315. doi: 10.1002/cbdv.202400315. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTPineapple (Ananas comosus), the succulent and vibrant tropical fruit, is a symbol of exoticism and sweetness. The pineapple peel, often considered as waste, has garnered attention for its potential applications. The pineapple peel is rich in essential nutrients, including calcium, potassium, vitamin C, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and water, making it beneficial for the digestive system, weight management, and overall balanced nutrition. It contains significant amounts of sugars such as sucrose, glucose, and fructose, along ...
Source: Chemistry and Biodiversity - March 14, 2024 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Arshad Farid Mahrukh Mehraj Susmita Das Fathima Feroz Ab Waheed Wani S Q Dar Sanjeev Kumar Atif Khurshid Wani Source Type: research
Molecular characterisation of a novel sadwavirus infecting cattleya orchids in Australia
AbstractThe complete genome sequence of a novel sadwavirus infecting cattleya orchids in South East Queensland is described. Isometric virions ofc. 27 nm diameter were observed in sap extracts viewed under a transmission electron microscope, and the genome sequence of this virus was determined by high-throughput sequencing. The viral genome consists of two RNA components, 5,910 and 4,435 nucleotides (nt) in length, each encoding a long polyprotein, with predicted cleavage sites at H/Y, E/G, Q/S, and Q/G for the RNA1 and T/G for the RNA2 translation produc ts, respectively. RNA2 has an additional small ORF of 684 nt ne...
Source: Archives of Virology - March 7, 2024 Category: Virology Source Type: research
In-situ synthesis of ZIF-8 on magnetic pineapple leaf biochar as an efficient and reusable adsorbent for methylene blue removal from wastewater
This study provides a novel strategy for treating dye wastewater with MOF composites, laying the foundation for waste biomass utilization.PMID:38436853 | DOI:10.1007/s11356-024-32700-8 (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International)
Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International - March 4, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Xiaoxiao Ma Yutong Li Yile Du Shuangli Chen Yunfan Bai Lin Li Chuhua Qi Pingping Wu Sijing Zhang Source Type: research
