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View article: Sustainable Poly (Methacrylic Acid)/Nanocellulose Hydrogel for Controlled Simultaneous Release of Active Substances for Skin Protection
Sustainable Poly (Methacrylic Acid)/Nanocellulose Hydrogel for Controlled Simultaneous Release of Active Substances for Skin Protection Open
Hydrogels based on poly (methacrylic acid), carboxymethyl cellulose, and nanocellulose fibers were successfully synthesized, characterized, and tested as topical carriers for the controlled release of hydrophobic resveratrol and hydrophili…
View article: Liposome-Based Encapsulation of Extract from Wild Thyme (Thymus serpyllum L.) Tea Processing Residues for Delivery of Polyphenols
Liposome-Based Encapsulation of Extract from Wild Thyme (Thymus serpyllum L.) Tea Processing Residues for Delivery of Polyphenols Open
This study developed phospholipid-based liposomes loaded with extract from wild thyme (Thymus serpyllum L.) tea processing residues to enhance polyphenol stability and delivery. Liposomes were prepared with phospholipids alone or combined …
View article: Role of Cholesterol in Modifying the Physical and Stability Properties of Liposomes and In Vitro Release of VitaminB12
Role of Cholesterol in Modifying the Physical and Stability Properties of Liposomes and In Vitro Release of VitaminB12 Open
Cholesterol has garnered significant attention in research due to its role in the structure and the fluidity/rigidity of phospholipid membranes. This property makes it an essential component in liposome formulation. Finding the right ratio…
View article: Complexation with Alginate in Pumpkin Leaf Protein Solutions for the Encapsulation of Folic Acid: The Effect of Extraction Protocols
Complexation with Alginate in Pumpkin Leaf Protein Solutions for the Encapsulation of Folic Acid: The Effect of Extraction Protocols Open
This study aimed to assess pumpkin leaves as a protein source and determine the feasibility of these proteins to form complexes with alginate for the encapsulation of folic acid. Different isolation protocols, two based on isoelectric prec…
View article: Physicochemical Characterization of Polysaccharide–Protein Carriers with Immobilized Yeast Cells Obtained Using the Freeze-Drying Technique
Physicochemical Characterization of Polysaccharide–Protein Carriers with Immobilized Yeast Cells Obtained Using the Freeze-Drying Technique Open
New techniques for the immobilization of yeast cells have the potential for enhancement of the beer production process. Alongside conventional materials for cell immobilization, there is a rising trend toward polysaccharide–protein systems…
View article: Food grade nanostructures of pumpkin leaves protein/pullulan blend as a potential carrier for cobalamin
Food grade nanostructures of pumpkin leaves protein/pullulan blend as a potential carrier for cobalamin Open
Nowadays, nanostructures made of biopolymers, such as proteins and polysaccharides, have gathered the growing attention of food scientists. In this study, pumpkin leaves from field crop side streams were processed to produce the protein is…
View article: Design and Characterization of Liposomal-Based Carriers for the Encapsulation of Rosa canina Fruit Extract: In Vitro Gastrointestinal Release Behavior
Design and Characterization of Liposomal-Based Carriers for the Encapsulation of Rosa canina Fruit Extract: In Vitro Gastrointestinal Release Behavior Open
The increasing demand for natural compounds as an alternative to synthetic antioxidants and conservans has led to the utilization of secondary plant metabolites in the food industry, as these bioactive compounds possess great antioxidative…
View article: Ultrasound as Green Technology for the Valorization of Pumpkin Leaves: Intensification of Protein Recovery
Ultrasound as Green Technology for the Valorization of Pumpkin Leaves: Intensification of Protein Recovery Open
The recovery of valuable nutritional compounds, like proteins, from waste streams and by-products is a key strategy for enhancing production sustainability and opening up new market potential. This research aimed to use high-intensity ultr…
View article: The Application of Protein Concentrate Obtained from Green Leaf Biomass in Structuring Nanofibers for Delivery of Vitamin B12
The Application of Protein Concentrate Obtained from Green Leaf Biomass in Structuring Nanofibers for Delivery of Vitamin B12 Open
Nanofibers made of natural proteins have caught the increasing attention of food scientists because of their edibility, renewability, and possibility for various applications. The objective of this study was to prepare nanofibers based on …
View article: Application of lyophilization for immobilization of yeast cells in polysaccharide carriers
Application of lyophilization for immobilization of yeast cells in polysaccharide carriers Open
Immobilized yeast cells have significant potential for application in the fermentation of alcoholic beverages due to their technical and economic advantages over free-cell systems. Polysaccharide carriers have proven to be an effective sol…
View article: Rosehip Extract-Loaded Liposomes for Potential Skin Application: Physicochemical Properties of Non- and UV-Irradiated Liposomes
Rosehip Extract-Loaded Liposomes for Potential Skin Application: Physicochemical Properties of Non- and UV-Irradiated Liposomes Open
In the present study, rosehip (Rosa canina L.) extract was successfully encapsulated in phospholipid liposomes using a single-step procedure named the proliposome method. Part of the obtained liposomes was subjected to UV irradiation and n…
View article: Polymer‐Lipid Matrices based on Carboxymethyl Cellulose/Solagum and Liposomes for Controlled Release of Folic Acid
Polymer‐Lipid Matrices based on Carboxymethyl Cellulose/Solagum and Liposomes for Controlled Release of Folic Acid Open
Liposome‐encapsulated folic acid is incorporated into the films made from sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) (2 mas%) and a mixture of CMC and solagum (9:1 w/w) using the film‐forming cast solution method. Histidine is used to increase s…
View article: Structure and properties of ZnO/ZnMn2O4 composite obtained by thermal decomposition of terephthalate precursor
Structure and properties of ZnO/ZnMn2O4 composite obtained by thermal decomposition of terephthalate precursor Open
A biphasic [Mn(dipya)(H2O)4](tpht)/{[Zn(dipya)(tpht)]?H2O}n complex material, I (dipya = 2,2?-dipyridylamine, tpht2? = dianion of terephthalatic acid) was synthesized by ligand exchange reaction and characterized by XRPD and FTIR spectrosc…
View article: Effects of poly(vinyl alcohol) blending with Ag/alginate solutions to form nanocomposite fibres for potential use as antibacterial wound dressings
Effects of poly(vinyl alcohol) blending with Ag/alginate solutions to form nanocomposite fibres for potential use as antibacterial wound dressings Open
In this work, nanocomposite fibres and microfibres based on alginate and poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) with silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were produced and characterized for potential application as antibacterial wound dressings. PVA/Ag/Na-algi…
View article: Pharmacological potential of Thymus serpyllum L. (wild thyme) extracts and essential oil: A review
Pharmacological potential of Thymus serpyllum L. (wild thyme) extracts and essential oil: A review Open
<p>In traditional medicine Thymus serpyllum L. (wild thyme) herb represents a part of a large number of herbal medicinal formulations such as syrups, tinctures, infusions, teas, and decoctions. In recent years, there has been a growi…
View article: Encapsulation of natural antioxidant resveratrol in liposomes
Encapsulation of natural antioxidant resveratrol in liposomes Open
Liposomes have been shown to be suitable systems for encapsulation and preserving the health-beneficial properties of a wide range of biological active ingredients such as resveratrol (RSV). The aim of this study was to encapsulate RSV in …
View article: Production and characterization of liposomes with encapsulated bioactive soy protein hydrolysate
Production and characterization of liposomes with encapsulated bioactive soy protein hydrolysate Open
Soy proteins known for their high nutritional value and pronounced techno-functional properties, can be hydrolyzed by using proteolytic enzymes and thus converted into hydrolysates rich in di-, tri- and oligopeptides. The resulting peptide…
View article: An experimental study of mechanical properties and heat transfer of acrylic composites with structural and surface modified Al2O3 particles
An experimental study of mechanical properties and heat transfer of acrylic composites with structural and surface modified Al2O3 particles Open
Thermal properties of acrylate-based composite combined with alumina-based particles were investigated. The composites were made of poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) modified with dimethyl itaconate (DMI) as a matrix. Neat alumina particle…
View article: &beta;-sitosterol and gentisic acid loaded 1,2-dipalmitoyl-sn-glicero-3-phosphocholine liposomal particles
β-sitosterol and gentisic acid loaded 1,2-dipalmitoyl-sn-glicero-3-phosphocholine liposomal particles Open
<p>The aim of the present study was the examination of the impact of &beta;-sitosterol and gentisic acid on characteristics of 1,2-dipalmitoyl-sn-glicero-3-phosphocholine (DPPC) liposomal particles: (a) bilayer permeability (fluo…
View article: Examination of mechanical properties of acrilyc composite materials with different AL2O3 reinforcement by brazil test
Examination of mechanical properties of acrilyc composite materials with different AL2O3 reinforcement by brazil test Open
Composite materials based on UV-curing acrylates and various alumina-based reinforcements represent material that is suitable for the use in dentistry, but also in other areas. Composites were made using four different types of reinforceme…
View article: Reducing Packaging Waste – Mechanical Characteristics and Network Parameters of the Gelatin-Based Thin Film for Cruciferous Vegetables Packaging
Reducing Packaging Waste – Mechanical Characteristics and Network Parameters of the Gelatin-Based Thin Film for Cruciferous Vegetables Packaging Open
<p>The role of the materials used for packaging is to protect innercontent from external, mostly negative, factors. Besides beingsafe, and with good mechanical properties, these materials needto align with other consumers&rsquo; …
View article: Encapsulation of resveratrol in spherical particles of food grade hydrogels
Encapsulation of resveratrol in spherical particles of food grade hydrogels Open
The paper reports about the preparation and characterization of hydrogel particles containing liposomes loaded with resveratrol as an active compound. The materials used for preparation of the particles were chosen to be suitable for food …