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Enhanced Colon-Targeted Release of Propolis by pH-driven Encapsulation using Folic Acid Modified Carboxymethyl Chitosan. FOOD BIOPHYS 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s11483-022-09729-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Fischer A, Brodziak-Dopierała B, Bem J, Ahnert B. Analysis of Mercury Concentration in Honey from the Point of View of Human Body Exposure. Biol Trace Elem Res 2022; 200:1095-1103. [PMID: 34091870 PMCID: PMC8761158 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-021-02744-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2021] [Accepted: 04/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Honey is a highly valued product due to its nutritional value, pro-health and healing properties. Pollutants from the environment penetrate into nectar, honeydew, pollen and next into bee products and can cause human exposure after ingestion. Mercury (Hg) is a toxic metal to living organisms. This is why it was important to determine the level of Hg in consumed honey.The aim of this manuscript is to analyse mercury concentration in honeys collected on the territory of Poland. A total of 108 samples of honey purchased in regional apiaries and hypermarkets were tested. The concentration of Hg was analysed in various types of honey (multifloral, honeydew, linden, goldenrod, acacia, buckwheat, rapeseed, sunflower, heather, dandelion, phacelia). The values of the Estimated Daily Intake (EDI), Estimated Weekly Intake (EWI) and % Provisional Tolerable Weekly Intake (% PTWI) were calculated. This allowed estimating the amount of Hg taken during consumption of the tested honeys.The concentration of Hg ranged from 0.01 to 1.71 µg/kg and was 0.43 µg/kg on average. A higher concentration of Hg, which was statistically significant, was recorded in honeydew honey, then in compound honeys. Honeys produced from one raw material had the lowest concentration of Hg. There were no significant differences in the concentration of Hg depending on the origin of honey. The calculations have shown that consumption of a portion (19 g) of the tested honey per week is safe for both adults and children according to the applicable standards.
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- Agnieszka Fischer
- Department of Toxicology and Bioanalysis, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Medical University of Silesia, 30 Ostrogórska Str, 41-200, Sosnowiec, Poland.
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- Department of Toxicology and Bioanalysis, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Medical University of Silesia, 30 Ostrogórska Str, 41-200, Sosnowiec, Poland
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- Department of Toxicology and Bioanalysis, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Medical University of Silesia, 30 Ostrogórska Str, 41-200, Sosnowiec, Poland
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- Department of Toxicology and Bioanalysis, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Medical University of Silesia, 30 Ostrogórska Str, 41-200, Sosnowiec, Poland
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Ganapathy D, Siddiqui Y, Ahmad K, Adzmi F, Ling KL. Alterations in Mycelial Morphology and Flow Cytometry Assessment of Membrane Integrity of Ganoderma boninense Stressed by Phenolic Compounds. BIOLOGY 2021; 10:930. [PMID: 34571807 PMCID: PMC8468247 DOI: 10.3390/biology10090930] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2021] [Revised: 08/30/2021] [Accepted: 09/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Global increase in demand for palm oil has caused an intensification in oil palm plantation; however, production is greatly hindered by Basal Stem Rot (BSR) disease caused by Ganoderma boninense. There are many approaches to controlling BSR, although, there is no accurate, sustainable and effective method to suppress G. boninense completely. Hence, four phenolic compounds [Gallic acid (GA), Thymol (THY), Propolis (PRO) and Carvacrol (CARV)] were selected to evaluate their antifungal effect, ability to alter the mycelium morphology, and fungal cell integrity against G. boninense. Significant differences (p < 0.05) were observed and 94% of inhibition was exerted by GA on G. boninense growth. Scanning Electron Microscopy and High-Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy observations revealed that GA and THY treatment caused severe damage to the mycelium and recorded the highest amount of sugar and electrolyte leakage. The study of cell integrity and morphological disruption has elucidated the reduction of G. boninense cell viability. Generally, our findings confirm the fungistatic effects of GA and THY. The evolution of phenolic compounds during the phytopathology studies indicated their coherence in eradicating the G. boninense. It is proposed that GA and THY had the potential to be developed further as a natural antifungal treatment to suppress G. boninense.
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- Daarshini Ganapathy
- Laboratory of Sustainable Agronomy and Crop Protection, Institute of Plantation Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Malaysia; (D.G.); (F.A.); (K.L.L.)
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- Laboratory of Sustainable Agronomy and Crop Protection, Institute of Plantation Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Malaysia; (D.G.); (F.A.); (K.L.L.)
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- Laboratory of Sustainable Agronomy and Crop Protection, Institute of Plantation Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Malaysia; (D.G.); (F.A.); (K.L.L.)
- Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Malaysia
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- Laboratory of Sustainable Agronomy and Crop Protection, Institute of Plantation Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Malaysia; (D.G.); (F.A.); (K.L.L.)
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- Laboratory of Sustainable Agronomy and Crop Protection, Institute of Plantation Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Malaysia; (D.G.); (F.A.); (K.L.L.)
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Alvear M, Santos E, Cabezas F, Pérez-SanMartín A, Lespinasse M, Veloz J. Geographic Area of Collection Determines the Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Potential of Three Extracts of Chilean Propolis. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 10:plants10081543. [PMID: 34451588 PMCID: PMC8400560 DOI: 10.3390/plants10081543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2021] [Revised: 07/13/2021] [Accepted: 07/14/2021] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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The biological properties of chilean propolis have been described and include antibacterial, antifungal and antibiofilm activities. Propolis has a strong antimicrobial potential. Clinical experiences with synthetic antibiotics indicated the need to discover new sources of bioactive compounds associated with ethnopharmacological knowledge or natural sources such as propolis. The microscopic analysis of pollen grains from plants allows us to determine the botanical origin of the propolis samples. In Angol, sample pollen grains were obtained from fodder plants (Sorghum bicolor; Lotus sp.) and trees, such as Acacia sp., Pinus radiata, Eucalyptus sp. and Salix babylonica. Propolis from the Maule region contains pollen grains from endemic plants such as Quillaja saponaria. Finally, the sample obtained from Melipilla presented a wider variety of pollen extracted from vegetable species.Colorimetric assays performed to quantify the total polyphenols present in Chilean propolis samples established that PCP2 (Angol sample) showed high amounts of phenolics compounds, with significant statistical differences in comparison with the other samples. The main compounds identified were pinocembrin, quercetin and caffeic acid phenethyl ester (CAPE). The Angol sample showed a high content of polyphenols.Studies that determine the influence of geographical and floral variables on the chemical composition of propolis are a valuable source of information for the study of its biological properties.
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- Marysol Alvear
- Department of Chemical Sciences and Natural Resources, Faculty of Engineering and Sciences, La Frontera University, Francisco Salazar Avenue 01145, Temuco 4780000, Chile; (M.A.); (A.P.-S.)
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- Department of Ethology, Faculty of Sciences, La Republica University, Iguá 4225, Montevideo 11400, Uruguay;
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- Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Science, San Sebastian University, Campus Los Leones, Lota 2465, Providencia 7500000, Chile; (F.C.); (M.L.)
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- Department of Chemical Sciences and Natural Resources, Faculty of Engineering and Sciences, La Frontera University, Francisco Salazar Avenue 01145, Temuco 4780000, Chile; (M.A.); (A.P.-S.)
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- Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Science, San Sebastian University, Campus Los Leones, Lota 2465, Providencia 7500000, Chile; (F.C.); (M.L.)
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- Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Science, San Sebastian University, Campus Los Leones, Lota 2465, Providencia 7500000, Chile; (F.C.); (M.L.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.:+56-(2)226649
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Nanotechnologies: An Innovative Tool to Release Natural Extracts with Antimicrobial Properties. Pharmaceutics 2021; 13:pharmaceutics13020230. [PMID: 33562128 PMCID: PMC7915176 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13020230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2020] [Revised: 02/02/2021] [Accepted: 02/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Site-Specific release of active molecules with antimicrobial activity spurred the interest in the development of innovative polymeric nanocarriers. In the preparation of polymeric devices, nanotechnologies usually overcome the inconvenience frequently related to other synthetic strategies. High performing nanocarriers were synthesized using a wide range of starting polymer structures, with tailored features and great chemical versatility. Over the last decade, many antimicrobial substances originating from plants, herbs, and agro-food waste by-products were deeply investigated, significantly catching the interest of the scientific community. In this review, the most innovative strategies to synthesize nanodevices able to release antimicrobial natural extracts were discussed. In this regard, the properties and structure of the starting polymers, either synthetic or natural, as well as the antimicrobial activity of the biomolecules were deeply investigated, outlining the right combination able to inhibit pathogens in specific biological compartments.
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Izzularab BM, Megeed M, Yehia M. Propolis nanoparticles modulate the inflammatory and apoptotic pathways in carbon tetrachloride-induced liver fibrosis and nephropathy in rats. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2021; 36:55-66. [PMID: 32840962 DOI: 10.1002/tox.23010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2019] [Revised: 07/13/2020] [Accepted: 07/19/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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This study assessed the use of emulsion-produced propolis nanoparticles for treating carbon tetrachloride (CCl4 )-induced liver fibrosis and nephropathy on albino rat model. The evaluation of hepatotoxicity, nephrotoxicity, and the treatment outcomes involved biochemical investigations of blood samples as well as molecular analysis, and histopathological assessment for liver and kidney tissue samples. CCl4 treatment caused elevated biochemical indicators of hepatotoxic and nephrotoxic effects as detected by liver and kidney functions tests, which improved gradually with propolis nanoparticles treatment. The molecular studies showed an increase in transforming growth factor β (TGF-β), Nephrin, and Caspase-9, while Bcl-2 levels dropped in both liver and kidney tissue samples; such changes were normalized after treatment. The histological findings confirm both biochemical and molecular studies. Our results indicated that propolis nanoparticles had an anti-inflammatory effect as proved by decreased expression of TGF-β in liver tissue and Nephrin in kidney tissue. The propolis nanoparticles showed an anti-apoptotic effect on liver and kidney tissue increasing the expression of Bcl-2 and decreasing the expression of Caspase-9.
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- Batoul Mohamed Izzularab
- Biochemistry Division, Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Damanhour University, Damanhour, Egypt
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- Biophysics, Medical Equipments Department Faculty of Allied Science, Pharos University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Histochemistry and Cell Biology Department, Medical Research Institute, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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Bilginer R, Ozkendir‐Inanc D, Yildiz UH, Arslan‐Yildiz A. Biocomposite scaffolds for
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cell culture: Propolis enriched polyvinyl alcohol nanofibers favoring cell adhesion. J Appl Polym Sci 2020. [DOI: 10.1002/app.50287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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- Rumeysa Bilginer
- Department of Bioengineering Izmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH) Izmir Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry Izmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH) Izmir Turkey
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- Department of Bioengineering Izmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH) Izmir Turkey
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Natural Compounds for Wood Protection against Fungi-A Review. Molecules 2020; 25:molecules25153538. [PMID: 32748877 PMCID: PMC7435604 DOI: 10.3390/molecules25153538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2020] [Revised: 07/31/2020] [Accepted: 08/01/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Wood is a renewable, versatile material with multiple applications and the largest terrestrial pool of sequestered carbon. However, it is susceptible to degradation, mainly caused by wood-decaying fungi. Since several traditional wood preservatives have been banned owing to their detrimental effects on humans and the environment, extending the lifespan of wood products using new generation natural preservatives is an imperative from the perspectives of human health and environmental protection. Several natural compounds of plant and animal origin have been tested for their fungicidal properties, including essential oils, tannins, wood extractives, alkaloids, propolis or chitosan; and their enormous potential in wood protection has been shown. Although they are not free of limitations, the potential methods to overcome their drawbacks and enhance their bioactivity already exist, such as co-impregnation with different polymers, cross-linkers, metal chelators or antioxidants. The presence of the discrepancies between laboratory tests and the field performance, as well as legislation-related problems resulting from the lack of standards defining the quality and performance of natural protective formulations, however, create an urgent need for further thorough research and arrangements. The collaboration with other industries interested in the utilisation of natural active compounds will reduce the associated costs, thus, will facilitate the successful implementation of alternative antifungal agents.
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Pavlovic R, Borgonovo G, Leoni V, Giupponi L, Ceciliani G, Sala S, Bassoli A, Giorgi A. Effectiveness of Different Analytical Methods for the Characterization of Propolis: A Case of Study in Northern Italy. Molecules 2020; 25:molecules25030504. [PMID: 31979422 PMCID: PMC7037370 DOI: 10.3390/molecules25030504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2019] [Revised: 01/20/2020] [Accepted: 01/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Propolis is used as folk medicine due to its spectrum of alleged biological and pharmaceutical properties and it is a complex matrix not still totally characterized. Two batches of propolis coming from two different environments (plains of Po Valley and the hilly Ligurian–Piedmont Apennines) of Northern Italy were characterized using different analytical methods: Spectrophotometric analysis of phenols, flavones and flavonols, and DPPH radical scavenging activity, HPLC, NMR, HSPME and GC–MS and HPLC–MS Orbitrap. Balsam and moisture content were also considered. No statistical differences were found at the spectrophotometric analysis; balsam content did not vary significantly. The most interesting findings were in the VOCs composition, with the Po Valley samples containing compounds of the resins from leaf buds of Populus nigra L. The hills (Appennines) samples were indeed characterize by the presence of phenolic glycerides already found in mountain environments. HPLC–Q-Exactive-Orbitrap®–MS analysis is crucial in appropriate recognition of evaluate number of metabolites, but also NMR itself could give more detailed information especially when isomeric compounds should be identified. It is necessary a standardized evaluation to protect and valorize this production and more research on propolis characterization using different analytical techniques.
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- Radmila Pavlovic
- Centre of Applied Studies for the Sustainable Management and Protection of Mountain Areas (CRC Ge.S.Di.Mont.), University of Milan, Via Morino 8, 25048 Edolo (BS), Italy; (R.P.); (G.B.); (V.L.); (G.C.); (S.S.); (A.B.); (A.G.)
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- Centre of Applied Studies for the Sustainable Management and Protection of Mountain Areas (CRC Ge.S.Di.Mont.), University of Milan, Via Morino 8, 25048 Edolo (BS), Italy; (R.P.); (G.B.); (V.L.); (G.C.); (S.S.); (A.B.); (A.G.)
- Department of Food, Environmental and Nutritional Sciences (DEFENS), University of Milan, Via Celoria 2, 20133 Milan, Italy
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- Centre of Applied Studies for the Sustainable Management and Protection of Mountain Areas (CRC Ge.S.Di.Mont.), University of Milan, Via Morino 8, 25048 Edolo (BS), Italy; (R.P.); (G.B.); (V.L.); (G.C.); (S.S.); (A.B.); (A.G.)
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- Centre of Applied Studies for the Sustainable Management and Protection of Mountain Areas (CRC Ge.S.Di.Mont.), University of Milan, Via Morino 8, 25048 Edolo (BS), Italy; (R.P.); (G.B.); (V.L.); (G.C.); (S.S.); (A.B.); (A.G.)
- Correspondence:
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- Centre of Applied Studies for the Sustainable Management and Protection of Mountain Areas (CRC Ge.S.Di.Mont.), University of Milan, Via Morino 8, 25048 Edolo (BS), Italy; (R.P.); (G.B.); (V.L.); (G.C.); (S.S.); (A.B.); (A.G.)
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- Centre of Applied Studies for the Sustainable Management and Protection of Mountain Areas (CRC Ge.S.Di.Mont.), University of Milan, Via Morino 8, 25048 Edolo (BS), Italy; (R.P.); (G.B.); (V.L.); (G.C.); (S.S.); (A.B.); (A.G.)
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- Centre of Applied Studies for the Sustainable Management and Protection of Mountain Areas (CRC Ge.S.Di.Mont.), University of Milan, Via Morino 8, 25048 Edolo (BS), Italy; (R.P.); (G.B.); (V.L.); (G.C.); (S.S.); (A.B.); (A.G.)
- Department of Food, Environmental and Nutritional Sciences (DEFENS), University of Milan, Via Celoria 2, 20133 Milan, Italy
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- Centre of Applied Studies for the Sustainable Management and Protection of Mountain Areas (CRC Ge.S.Di.Mont.), University of Milan, Via Morino 8, 25048 Edolo (BS), Italy; (R.P.); (G.B.); (V.L.); (G.C.); (S.S.); (A.B.); (A.G.)
- Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences - Production, Landscape, Agroenergy (DISAA), Via Celoria 2, 20133 Milan, Italy
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Mustafa P, Niazi MBK, Jahan Z, Samin G, Hussain A, Ahmed T, Naqvi SR. PVA/starch/propolis/anthocyanins rosemary extract composite films as active and intelligent food packaging materials. J Food Saf 2019. [DOI: 10.1111/jfs.12725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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- Pakeeza Mustafa
- Chemical Engineering DepartmentSchool of Chemical and Material Engineering, National University of Science and Technology Islamabad Pakistan
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- Chemical Engineering DepartmentSchool of Chemical and Material Engineering, National University of Science and Technology Islamabad Pakistan
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- Chemical Engineering DepartmentSchool of Chemical and Material Engineering, National University of Science and Technology Islamabad Pakistan
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- Department of ChemistryUniversity of Engineering and Technology (Lahore) Faisalabad Campus Faisalabad Pakistan
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- Chemical Engineering DepartmentSchool of Chemical and Material Engineering, National University of Science and Technology Islamabad Pakistan
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- Department of Industrial BiotechnologyAtta ur Rehman School of Applied Bio‐sciences, National University of Science and Technology Islamabad Pakistan
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- Chemical Engineering DepartmentSchool of Chemical and Material Engineering, National University of Science and Technology Islamabad Pakistan
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Iqbal M, Fan TP, Watson D, Alenezi S, Saleh K, Sahlan M. Preliminary studies: the potential anti-angiogenic activities of two Sulawesi Island (Indonesia) propolis and their chemical characterization. Heliyon 2019; 5:e01978. [PMID: 31372523 PMCID: PMC6656927 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e01978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2018] [Revised: 04/23/2019] [Accepted: 06/17/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Several studies have previously reported propolis, or its constituents, to inhibit tumour angiogenesis. The anti-angiogenic activity of two Indonesian stingless bee propolis extracts from Sulawesi Island on vascular cells were assessed. Sample D01 was obtained from the outer side of bee hives, while D02 was from the inner side of the same hives. The extracts were profiled by using liquid chromatography coupled to high resolution mass spectrometry. The anti-angiogenic capacity was assessed on HUVECs and placenta-derived pericytes by cell viability, multi-channel wound healing, and CoCl2 based-hypoxia assays. The exact chemical composition has not been confirmed. The most abundant compounds in Indonesian sample D01 seem to be unusual since they do not immediately fall into a clear class. Two of the most abundant compounds have elemental compositions matching actinopyrones. Identification on the basis of elemental composition is not definitive but compounds in D01 are possibly due to unusually modified terpenoids. Sample D02 has abundant compounds which include four related diterpenes with differing degrees of oxygenation and some sesquiterpenes. However, again the profile is unusual. The anti-angiogenic assays demonstrated that D01 elicited a strong cytotoxic effect and a considerable anti-migratory activity on the vascular cells. Although D02 demonstrated a much weaker cytotoxic effect on the cell lines compared to D01, it elicited a substantial protective effect on the pericytes against CoCl2-induced dropout in an experiment to mimic a micro-environment commonly associated with angiogenesis and tumour growth. These results demonstrate modulatory effects of these propolis samples in vascular cells, which requires further investigation.
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- Muhammad Iqbal
- Department of Pharmacology, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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- Department of Pharmacology, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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- Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Universitas Indonesia, Depok, Indonesia
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Khodabakhshi D, Eskandarinia A, Kefayat A, Rafienia M, Navid S, Karbasi S, Moshtaghian J. In vitro and in vivo performance of a propolis-coated polyurethane wound dressing with high porosity and antibacterial efficacy. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2019; 178:177-184. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2019.03.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2018] [Revised: 02/28/2019] [Accepted: 03/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Andrade ÂL, Lima AM, Santos VR, da Costa e Silva RMF, Barboza APM, Neves BRA, Vasconcellos WA, Domingues RZ. Glass-ionomer-propolis composites for caries inhibition: flavonoids release, physical-chemical, antibacterial and mechanical properties. Biomed Phys Eng Express 2019. [DOI: 10.1088/2057-1976/ab067e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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IMPACT OF MULTIPROBIOTICS ON THE CONTENT OF TBA-REACTIVE SUBSTANCES IN THE BLOOD SERUM AND MUCOUS MEMBRANES OF THE STOMACH AND COLON IN RATS WITH LONG-TERM GASTRIC HYPOCHLORHYDRIA. WORLD OF MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY 2018. [DOI: 10.26724/2079-8334-2018-3-65-218-222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Fast Differential Analysis of Propolis Using Surface Desorption Atmospheric Pressure Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometry. Int J Anal Chem 2015; 2015:176475. [PMID: 26339245 PMCID: PMC4539062 DOI: 10.1155/2015/176475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2015] [Revised: 07/07/2015] [Accepted: 07/13/2015] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Mass spectral fingerprints of 24 raw propolis samples, including 23 from China and one from the United States, were directly obtained using surface desorption atmospheric pressure chemical ionization mass spectrometry (SDAPCI-MS) without sample pretreatment. Under the optimized experimental conditions, the most abundant signals were detected in the mass ranges of 70 to 500 m/z and 200 to 350 m/z, respectively. Principal component analyses (PCA) for the two mass ranges showed similarities in that the colors had a significant correlation with the first two PCs; in contrast there was no correlation with the climatic zones from which the samples originated. Analytes such as chrysin, pinocembrin, and quercetin were detected and identified using multiple stage mass spectrometry within 3 min. Therefore, SDAPCI-MS can be used for rapid and reliable high-throughput analysis of propolis.
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Goik U, Ptaszek A, Goik T. The influence of propolis on rheological properties of lipstick. Int J Cosmet Sci 2015; 37:417-24. [PMID: 25702598 DOI: 10.1111/ics.12213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2014] [Accepted: 02/07/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this work was to study the effect of propolis on the rheological and textural properties of lipsticks. The studied lipsticks were based on raw materials and contained no synthetic compounds, preservatives, fragrances or dyes. The rheological and textural properties of the prepared lipsticks, both with and without propolis, were studied as a function of temperature and storage period. METHOD Measurements were taken using an RS6000 rheometer (Haake, Germany) with a cone-plate sensor. The cone parameters were as follows: diameter 35 mm and angle 2°. Textural tests were performed using the same cone-plate geometry. RESULTS The research results of rheological and textural properties of lipsticks, with and without the addition of propolis, indicate the possibility of application of propolis as a beneficial additive to such type of cosmetics. The presence of propolis does not significantly alter the viscoelastic properties of the lipsticks. The courses of flow curves indicate shear thinning, which is very advantageous from an application point of view. From the rheological point of view, the properties of lipsticks tested in low deformation conditions show some structural changes, most likely due to consolidation of the structure. CONCLUSION The analysis of textural properties indicates that lipsticks with added propolis are more brittle and prone to crushing. However, the temperature increase (30°C) does not cause significant changes to the textural characteristics of these lipsticks.
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- U Goik
- Faculty of Food Technology, University of Agriculture in Krakow, ul. Balicka 122, 30-149, Krakow, Poland
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- Faculty of Food Technology, University of Agriculture in Krakow, ul. Balicka 122, 30-149, Krakow, Poland
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- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Cracow University of Technology, al. Jana Pawła II 37, 31-864, Krakow, Poland
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Kim JI, Pant HR, Sim HJ, Lee KM, Kim CS. Electrospun propolis/polyurethane composite nanofibers for biomedical applications. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2014; 44:52-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2014.07.062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 95] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2014] [Revised: 07/09/2014] [Accepted: 07/25/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Propolis: a review of properties, applications, chemical composition, contact allergy, and other adverse effects. Dermatitis 2014; 24:263-82. [PMID: 24201459 DOI: 10.1097/der.0000000000000011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 119] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Propolis (bee glue) is the resinous substance that bees collect from living plants for the construction and adaptation of their nests. It has antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties and may have a wide range of other beneficial biological activities. Propolis is available as a dietary supplement, in products for the protection of health and prevention of diseases, in biopharmaceuticals, and as a constituent of (bio)cosmetics. In this article, the following aspects of propolis are reviewed: the nature and chemical composition, its biological properties and applications, contact allergy and allergic contact dermatitis (sensitizing potential, products causing contact allergy, clinical picture, frequency of sensitization, coreactivity and cross-reactivity, the allergens in propolis), and other adverse effects.
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The first total synthesis of propolisbenzofuran B, a bioactive natural product isolated from honeybee propolis resin, is reported. The convergent synthesis makes use of a silicon-tether controlled oxidative ketone-ketone cross-coupling and a novel benzofuran-generating cascade reaction to deliver the core structure of the natural product from readily prepared precursors.
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- Brian T Jones
- Department of Chemistry, Northwestern University, 2145 Sheridan Road, Evanston, Illinois 60208 USA
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- Department of Chemistry, Northwestern University, 2145 Sheridan Road, Evanston, Illinois 60208 USA
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- Department of Chemistry, Northwestern University, 2145 Sheridan Road, Evanston, Illinois 60208 USA
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Naik DG, Vaidya HS, Namjoshi TP. Essential oil of Indian propolis: chemical composition and repellency against the honeybee Apis florea. Chem Biodivers 2013; 10:649-57. [PMID: 23576351 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.201200165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2012] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Hitherto unknown biological properties and the chemical composition of the essential oil isolated from propolis of Indian origin were established. GC/MS Analysis of the essential oil revealed the presence of 32 constituents, of which ten were major compounds, nine had intermediate contents, and 13 were minor compounds. With the exception of six minor constituents, that could not be identified, their identification was based on the comparison of their mass spectra and Kovats retention indices with those listed in the NIST and Wiley mass spectral libraries. Their structural assignment was confirmed by GC/MS co-injection of the essential oil with authentic compounds. Quantification of the components was done by GC-FID analyses. Moreover, the essential oil was shown to possess repellent activity against the honeybee Apis florea. The activity was found to be dose dependent. The average repellency (ΔR) increased with increasing essential-oil concentration up to 24 μg/ml and remained constant for the formulation with the higher concentration. These findings established the chemical constitution of the essential oil and might be useful to beekeepers for the improvement of the bee management.
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- Dattatraya G Naik
- Chemistry Group, Agharkar Research Institute, G. G. Agarkar Road, Pune - 411004, India.
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Pellati F, Prencipe FP, Benvenuti S. Headspace solid-phase microextraction-gas chromatography–mass spectrometry characterization of propolis volatile compounds. J Pharm Biomed Anal 2013; 84:103-11. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jpba.2013.05.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2013] [Revised: 05/24/2013] [Accepted: 05/27/2013] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Pellati F, Prencipe FP, Bertelli D, Benvenuti S. An efficient chemical analysis of phenolic acids and flavonoids in raw propolis by microwave-assisted extraction combined with high-performance liquid chromatography using the fused-core technology. J Pharm Biomed Anal 2013; 81-82:126-32. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jpba.2013.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2013] [Revised: 04/03/2013] [Accepted: 04/05/2013] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Sharaf S, Higazy A, Hebeish A. Propolis induced antibacterial activity and other technical properties of cotton textiles. Int J Biol Macromol 2013; 59:408-16. [PMID: 23665479 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2013.04.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2013] [Revised: 04/08/2013] [Accepted: 04/11/2013] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Propolis is a gum gathered by honey bees from various plants; the honey bees use propolis to seal holes in their honey combs, smooth out the internal wall and protect the entrance against intruders. It is composed of 50% resin (flavonoids and related phenolic acid), 30% wax, 10% essential oils, 5% pollen and 5% various organic components. As a natural mixture, propolis is widely used in medicine, cosmetics and food. So far no attempts have been yet made to make use of propolis in the realm of textile finishing. Current work presents the first systemic study targeted to build up a scientific basis for production of cotton textiles having antibacterial activity and other useful properties by making use of propolis as eco-friendly finish within the scope of green strategy. Propolis extract solution (70/30 ethanol/water) of 10% concentration was prepared as the stock. Different amounts of the latter were used along with a crosslinking agent and catalyst for treatment of cotton fabrics as per pad-dry-cure technique. Antibacterial activity of the so treated fabrics was obtained through monitoring the efficiency of the interaction of propolis with cotton cellulose. This interaction was expressed as inhibition zone diameter after the treated fabrics were exposed to (G+ve) and (G-ve) bacteria. Other properties include crease recovery, tensile strength and elongation at break. Factors affecting these properties such as type, nature and concentration of the crosslinking agent, concentration of propolis, and conditions of curing were investigated. In addition characterization of the propolis containing modified cotton fabrics including demonstration of the antibacterial activity, SEM, FTIR, durability to washing, UV protection and water repellency were performed. Based on results obtained, it is concluded that application of propolis along with glyoxal and Al2(SO4)3catalyst using pad-dry (3min/80°C), cure (5/140°C) bring about cotton textile with superior antibacterial activity, water repellent and ease of care characteristics as well as UV protection. Tentative mechanism of the reaction of propolis with cotton in the presence of glyoxal was also reported.
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- S Sharaf
- National Research Center, Textile Research Division, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt.
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Grembecka M, Szefer P. Evaluation of honeys and bee products quality based on their mineral composition using multivariate techniques. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT 2013; 185:4033-47. [PMID: 22930187 PMCID: PMC3613575 DOI: 10.1007/s10661-012-2847-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2011] [Accepted: 08/13/2012] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
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The aim of this investigation was to estimate honeys and bee products quality in view of their mineral composition using multivariate techniques. Fourteen elements (Ca, Mg, K, Na, P, Co, Mn, Fe, Cr, Ni, Zn, Cu, Cd, and Pb) were determined in 66 honeys and bee products from different places of Poland and Europe and various botanical origins. The total metals contents were analyzed by flame atomic absorption spectrometry using deuterium-background correction after wet digestion with nitric acid in an automatic microwave digestion system. Phosphorus was determined in the form of phosphomolybdate by a spectrophotometric method. Reliability of the procedure was checked by analysis of the certified reference materials tea (NCS DC 73351) and cabbage (IAEA-359). The analytical data indicated a good level of quality of honeys, especially with regard to the concentration of toxic trace elements, such as Cd and Pb. Results were submitted to multivariate analysis, including such techniques as factor and cluster analyses in order to evaluate the existence of data patterns and the possibility of classification of honeys from different botanical origins according to their mineral content. The nine metals determined were considered as chemical descriptors of each sample. There was a significant influence of the botanical and geographical provenance as well as technological processing on the elemental composition of honeys.
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- Małgorzata Grembecka
- Department of Food Sciences, Medical University of Gdańsk, Al Gen J Hallera 107, 80-416 Gdansk, Poland.
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Toreti VC, Sato HH, Pastore GM, Park YK. Recent progress of propolis for its biological and chemical compositions and its botanical origin. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE : ECAM 2013; 2013:697390. [PMID: 23737843 PMCID: PMC3657397 DOI: 10.1155/2013/697390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 208] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2013] [Accepted: 03/12/2013] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Propolis is the generic name given to the product obtained from resinous substances, which is gummy and balsamic and which is collected by bees from flowers, buds, and exudates of plants. It is a popular folk medicine possessing a broad spectrum of biological activities. These biological properties are related to its chemical composition and more specifically to the phenolic compounds that vary in their structure and concentration depending on the region of production, availability of sources to collect plant resins, genetic variability of the queen bee, the technique used for production, and the season in which propolis is produced. Many scientific articles are published every year in different international journal, and several groups of researchers have focused their attention on the chemical compounds and biological activity of propolis. This paper presents a review on the publications on propolis and patents of applications and biological constituents of propolis.
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- Viviane Cristina Toreti
- Department of Food Science, College of Food Engineering, State University of Campinas, Monteiro Lobato Street n.80, P.O. Box 6177, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science, College of Food Engineering, State University of Campinas, Monteiro Lobato Street n.80, P.O. Box 6177, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science, College of Food Engineering, State University of Campinas, Monteiro Lobato Street n.80, P.O. Box 6177, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science, College of Food Engineering, State University of Campinas, Monteiro Lobato Street n.80, P.O. Box 6177, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Gong S, Luo L, Gong W, Gao Y, Xie M. Multivariate analyses of element concentrations revealed the groupings of propolis from different regions in China. Food Chem 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2012.02.127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Nunes CA, Guerreiro MC. Characterization of Brazilian green propolis throughout the seasons by headspace GC/MS and ESI-MS. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2012; 92:433-8. [PMID: 21918994 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.4596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2011] [Revised: 07/07/2011] [Accepted: 07/07/2011] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND A screening of the chemical composition of eight commercial classes of raw Brazilian green propolis throughout the seasons was carried out. A multivariate exploratory analysis of chemical composition obtained by gas chromatography associated with mass spectrometry with headspace extraction (HS-GC/MS), and by mass spectrometry with electrospray ionization (ESI-MS) was carried out using principal component analysis (PCA). RESULTS Differences in the volatile and polyphenolic profiles of propolis samples were verified during the seasons. Within each season, the high quality commercial classes of propolis presented similar characteristics, while the low quality classes presented distinct compositions. In spring and summer, propolis of the trimming class, commonly considered of low quality by beekeepers, presented a composition similar to the superior quality propolis. CONCLUSION Seasonality influences the chemical composition of the commercial classes of raw Brazilian green propolis. Headspace-GC/MS and ESI-MS assisted by PCA are effective to characterize volatile and non-volatile compounds of the propolis samples, and to correlate it to the seasons.
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- Cleiton A Nunes
- Department of Chemistry, Federal University of Lavras, CP 3037, CEP 37200-000, Lavras, MG, Brazil
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Ramadan A, Soliman G, Mahmoud SS, Nofal SM, Abdel-Rahman RF. Evaluation of the safety and antioxidant activities of Crocus sativus and Propolis ethanolic extracts. JOURNAL OF SAUDI CHEMICAL SOCIETY 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jscs.2010.10.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Sulaiman GM, Sammarrae KWA, Ad’hiah AH, Zucchetti M, Frapolli R, Bello E, Erba E, D’Incalci M, Bagnati R. Chemical characterization of Iraqi propolis samples and assessing their antioxidant potentials. Food Chem Toxicol 2011; 49:2415-21. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fct.2011.06.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2011] [Revised: 06/10/2011] [Accepted: 06/20/2011] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Poerwono H, Sasaki S, Hattori Y, Higashiyama K. Efficient microwave-assisted prenylation of pinostrobin and biological evaluation of its derivatives as antitumor agents. Bioorg Med Chem Lett 2010; 20:2086-9. [PMID: 20219370 DOI: 10.1016/j.bmcl.2010.02.068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2010] [Revised: 02/13/2010] [Accepted: 02/17/2010] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Pinostrobin (5-hydroxy-7-methoxyflavanone) obtained in relatively large amounts from fingerroot (Boesenbergia pandurata) was converted to its C-6 and C-8 prenylated derivatives. The Mitsunobu reaction, europium(III)-catalyzed Claisen-Cope rearrangement, and Claisen reaction coupled with cross-metathesis were used as the key steps. Using a sealed-vessel microwave reactor, the Mitsunobu and Claisen/Cope reactions occurred smoothly with short reaction times and in satisfactory yields. The target compounds and five new intermediary substances showed cytotoxic activity toward SK-BR-3, MCF-7, PC-3, and Colo-320DM human tumor cell lines, and all of them had significantly lower IC(50) (microM) values than pinostrobin.
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- Hadi Poerwono
- Faculty of Pharmacy, Airlangga University, Jalan Dharmawangsa Dalam, Surabaya 60286, Indonesia
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