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Khakpour S, Hosano N, Moosavi-Nejad Z, Farajian AA, Hosano H. Advancing Tumor Therapy: Development and Utilization of Protein-Based Nanoparticles. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:887. [PMID: 39065584 PMCID: PMC11279530 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16070887] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2024] [Revised: 06/26/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Protein-based nanoparticles (PNPs) in tumor therapy hold immense potential, combining targeted delivery, minimal toxicity, and customizable properties, thus paving the way for innovative approaches to cancer treatment. Understanding the various methods available for their production is crucial for researchers and scientists aiming to harness these nanoparticles for diverse applications, including tumor therapy, drug delivery, imaging, and tissue engineering. This review delves into the existing techniques for producing PNPs and PNP/drug complexes, while also exploring alternative novel approaches. The methods outlined in this study were divided into three key categories based on their shared procedural steps: solubility change, solvent substitution, and thin flow methods. This classification simplifies the understanding of the underlying mechanisms by offering a clear framework, providing several advantages over other categorizations. The review discusses the principles underlying each method, highlighting the factors influencing the nanoparticle size, morphology, stability, and functionality. It also addresses the challenges and considerations associated with each method, including the scalability, reproducibility, and biocompatibility. Future perspectives and emerging trends in PNPs' production are discussed, emphasizing the potential for innovative strategies to overcome current limitations, which will propel the field forward for biomedical and therapeutic applications.
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- Shirin Khakpour
- Graduate School of Science and Technology, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto 860-8555, Japan;
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- Department of Biomaterials and Bioelectrics, Institute of Industrial Nanomaterials, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto 860-8555, Japan;
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Alzahra University, Tehran 1993893973, Iran
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- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Wright State University, Dayton, OH 45435, USA;
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- Graduate School of Science and Technology, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto 860-8555, Japan;
- Department of Biomaterials and Bioelectrics, Institute of Industrial Nanomaterials, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto 860-8555, Japan;
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Yu R, Yang S, Gao J, Chen R, Sun Y, Li D, Yang H. Study on a rotational symmetry structure pulse forming network with low-impedance for compact pulse drivers. THE REVIEW OF SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS 2024; 95:054706. [PMID: 38780390 DOI: 10.1063/5.0207334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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A pulse forming network (PFN) is a significant component, contributing a lot to the overall dimension of pulse generators. In order to both reduce the size of PFN and improve the output waveform quality, this paper proposes a compact low-impedance PFN with a rotational symmetry structure. The PFN consists of four groups of Blumlein pulse forming units (PFUs) connected in parallel along the angular direction, and the spline curve structure is applied in each PFU, which achieves a higher space utilization rate. The theoretical maximum energy density of PFN is 6.6 J/L as the dimensions of PFN are φ500 × 138 mm. Field-circuit co-simulation is carried out based on the spatial model of PFN and the double switch modulation circuit to analyze the effects of switch delay time (time between main switch and steep discharge switch), as well as the output port position affecting the output pulse waveform. The results show that the PFN is appropriate to achieve quasi-square wave pulse modulation as the switch delay time is 290 ns with the output port positioned at the periphery. The verification experiments are also carried out. The results show that the PFN can generate a quasi-square wave pulse with an output voltage of 49.6 kV, a pulse width of 83 ns, and a peak power of 1 GW on a matched load. The output pulse exhibits a distinct flat top, with the fluctuation of the plateau being less than 3%.
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- Ruixin Yu
- College of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha 410073, China
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- College of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha 410073, China
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- College of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha 410073, China
- State Key Laboratory of Pulsed Power Laser Technology, Changsha 410073, China
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- College of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha 410073, China
- State Key Laboratory of Pulsed Power Laser Technology, Changsha 410073, China
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- College of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha 410073, China
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- College of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha 410073, China
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- College of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha 410073, China
- State Key Laboratory of Pulsed Power Laser Technology, Changsha 410073, China
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Zheng L, San Y, Xing Y, Regenstein JM. Rice proteins: A review of their extraction, modification techniques and applications. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 268:131705. [PMID: 38643916 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131705] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2024] [Revised: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/23/2024]
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Rice protein is highly nutritious and easy to digest and absorb. Its hydrolyzed peptides have significant effects on lowering blood pressure and cholesterol. First, a detailed and comprehensive explanation of rice protein extraction methods was given, and it was found that the combination of enzymatic and physical methods could improve the extraction rate of rice protein, but it was only suitable for laboratory studies. Second, the methods for improving the functional properties of rice protein were introduced, including physical modification, chemical modification, and enzymatic modification. Enzymatic modification of the solubility of rice protein to improve its functional properties has certain limitations due to the low degree of hydrolysis, the long time required, the low utilization of the enzyme, and the possible undesirable taste of the product. Finally, the development and utilization of rice protein was summarized and the future research direction was suggested. This paper lists the advantages and disadvantages of various extraction techniques, points out the shortcomings of existing extraction techniques, aims to fill the gap in the field of rice protein extraction, and then provides a possible improvement method for the extraction and development of rice protein in the future.
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- Li Zheng
- College of Food Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, Heilongjiang 150030, China; Heilongjiang Guoru Biotechnology Ltd., Harbin, Heilongjiang 150036, China.
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- College of Food Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, Heilongjiang 150030, China
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- College of Food Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, Heilongjiang 150030, China
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- Department of Food Science, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853-7201, USA
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Pipliya S, Kumar S, Srivastav PP. Effect of dielectric barrier discharge nonthermal plasma treatment on physicochemical, nutritional, and phytochemical quality attributes of pineapple [Ananas comosus (L.)] juice. J Food Sci 2023; 88:4403-4423. [PMID: 37755601 DOI: 10.1111/1750-3841.16767] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Revised: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023]
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Forward feed multilayered perception and central composite rotatable design were used to model the nonthermal plasma (NTP) experimental data in artificial neural network (ANN) and response surface methodology, respectively. The ANN was found to be more accurate in modeling the experimental dataset. The NTP process parameters (voltage and time) were optimized for pineapple juice within the range of 25-45 kV and 120-900 s using an ANN coupled with the genetic algorithm (ANN-GA). After 176 generations of GA, the ANN-GA approach produced the optimal condition, 38 kV and 631 s, and caused the inactivation of peroxidase (POD) and bromelain by 87.24% and 51.04%, respectively. However, 100.32% of the overall antioxidant capacity and 89.96% of the ascorbic acid were maintained in the optimized sample with a total color change (ΔE) of less than 1.97 at all plasma treatment conditions. Based on optimal conditions, NTP provides a sufficient level of POD inactivation combined with excellent phenolic component extractability and high antioxidant retention. Furthermore, plasma treatment had an insignificant effect (p > 0.05) on the physicochemical attributes (pH, total soluble solid, and titratable acidity) of juice samples. From the intensity peak of the Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy analysis, it was found that the sugar components and phenolic compounds of plasma-treated juice were effectively preserved compared to the thermal-treated juice.
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- Sunil Pipliya
- Department of Agricultural and Food Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Agricultural and Food Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Agricultural and Food Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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Zare F, Ghasemi N, Bansal N, Hosano H. Advances in pulsed electric stimuli as a physical method for treating liquid foods. Phys Life Rev 2023; 44:207-266. [PMID: 36791571 DOI: 10.1016/j.plrev.2023.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/28/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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There is a need for alternative technologies that can deliver safe and nutritious foods at lower costs as compared to conventional processes. Pulsed electric field (PEF) technology has been utilised for a plethora of different applications in the life and physical sciences, such as gene/drug delivery in medicine and extraction of bioactive compounds in food science and technology. PEF technology for treating liquid foods involves engineering principles to develop the equipment, and quantitative biochemistry and microbiology techniques to validate the process. There are numerous challenges to address for its application in liquid foods such as the 5-log pathogen reduction target in food safety, maintaining the food quality, and scale up of this physical approach for industrial integration. Here, we present the engineering principles associated with pulsed electric fields, related inactivation models of microorganisms, electroporation and electropermeabilization theory, to increase the quality and safety of liquid foods; including water, milk, beer, wine, fruit juices, cider, and liquid eggs. Ultimately, we discuss the outlook of the field and emphasise research gaps.
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- Farzan Zare
- School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, St Lucia QLD 4072, Australia; School of Agriculture and Food Sciences, The University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD 4072, Australia
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- School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, St Lucia QLD 4072, Australia
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- School of Agriculture and Food Sciences, The University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD 4072, Australia
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- Biomaterials and Bioelectrics Department, Institute of Industrial Nanomaterials, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto 860-8555, Japan.
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Ozone and cold plasma: Emerging oxidation technologies for inactivation of enzymes in fruits, vegetables, and fruit juices. Food Control 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2022.109399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Wójcicki M, Świder O, Gientka I, Błażejak S, Średnicka P, Shymialevich D, Cieślak H, Wardaszka A, Emanowicz P, Sokołowska B, Juszczuk-Kubiak E. Effectiveness of a Phage Cocktail as a Potential Biocontrol Agent against Saprophytic Bacteria in Ready-To-Eat Plant-Based Food. Viruses 2023; 15:172. [PMID: 36680211 PMCID: PMC9860863 DOI: 10.3390/v15010172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2022] [Revised: 01/01/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the phage cocktail to improve the microbiological quality of five different mixed-leaf salads: rucola, mixed-leaf salad with carrot, mixed-leaf salad with beetroot, washed and unwashed spinach, during storage in refrigerated conditions. Enterobacterales rods constituted a significant group of bacteria in the tested products. Selected bacteria were tested for antibiotic resistance profiles and then used to search for specific bacteriophages. Forty-three phages targeting bacteria dominant in mixed-leaf salads were isolated from sewage. Their titer was determined, and lytic activity was assessed using the Bioscreen C Pro automated growth analyzer. Two methods of phage cocktail application including spraying, and an absorption pad were effective for rucola, mixed leaf salad with carrot, and mixed leaf salad with beetroot. The maximum reduction level after 48 h of incubation reached 99.9% compared to the control sample. In washed and unwashed spinach, attempts to reduce the number of microorganisms did not bring the desired effect. The decrease in bacteria count in the lettuce mixes depended on the composition of the autochthonous saprophytic bacteria species. Both phage cocktail application methods effectively improved the microbiological quality of minimally processed products. Whole-spectral phage cocktail application may constitute an alternative food microbiological quality improvement method without affecting food properties.
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- Michał Wójcicki
- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Molecular Engineering, Department of Microbiology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agricultural and Food Biotechnology—State Research Institute, Rakowiecka 36 Street, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Food Safety and Chemical Analysis, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agricultural and Food Biotechnology—State Research Institute, Rakowiecka 36 Street, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Biotechnology and Food Microbiology, Institute of Food Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences (WULS-SGGW), Nowoursynowska 166 Street, 02-776 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Biotechnology and Food Microbiology, Institute of Food Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences (WULS-SGGW), Nowoursynowska 166 Street, 02-776 Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Molecular Engineering, Department of Microbiology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agricultural and Food Biotechnology—State Research Institute, Rakowiecka 36 Street, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Culture Collection of Industrial Microorganisms—Microbiological Resources Center, Department of Microbiology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agricultural and Food Biotechnology—State Research Institute, Rakowiecka 36 Street, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Culture Collection of Industrial Microorganisms—Microbiological Resources Center, Department of Microbiology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agricultural and Food Biotechnology—State Research Institute, Rakowiecka 36 Street, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Molecular Engineering, Department of Microbiology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agricultural and Food Biotechnology—State Research Institute, Rakowiecka 36 Street, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Molecular Engineering, Department of Microbiology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agricultural and Food Biotechnology—State Research Institute, Rakowiecka 36 Street, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agricultural and Food Biotechnology—State Research Institute, Rakowiecka 36 Street, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Molecular Engineering, Department of Microbiology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agricultural and Food Biotechnology—State Research Institute, Rakowiecka 36 Street, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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