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View article: Improving the heterotrophic media of three Chlorella vulgaris mutants toward optimal color, biomass and protein productivity
Improving the heterotrophic media of three Chlorella vulgaris mutants toward optimal color, biomass and protein productivity Open
The high production costs and unappealing sensory properties still limit the widespread commercialization of microalgae feedstocks. Therefore, this work focused on fine-tuning the heterotrophic medium composition to cultivate novel green, …
View article: Impact of a qualitative assessment approach for neonatal abstinence syndrome management: experience of a European reference center
Impact of a qualitative assessment approach for neonatal abstinence syndrome management: experience of a European reference center Open
Background The management of infants at risk of neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) remains challenging. In 2000 Maternidade Bissaya Barreto implemented a strategy based on the qualitative assessment of neonates and in 2018 the Eat, Sleep, …
View article: Microalgae as a selenium vehicle for nutrition: a review
Microalgae as a selenium vehicle for nutrition: a review Open
Selenium (Se) is essential for human and animal nutrition, playing a key role in antioxidant and immune functions. Organic Se is better for supplementation because it is more efficiently assimilated and less toxic than its inorganic form. …
View article: Isolation and Selection of Protein-Rich Mutants of Chlorella vulgaris by Fluorescence-Activated Cell Sorting with Enhanced Biostimulant Activity to Germinate Garden Cress Seeds
Isolation and Selection of Protein-Rich Mutants of Chlorella vulgaris by Fluorescence-Activated Cell Sorting with Enhanced Biostimulant Activity to Germinate Garden Cress Seeds Open
Microalgae are a promising feedstock with proven biostimulant activity that is enhanced by their biochemical components (e.g., amino acids and phytohormones), which turns them into an appealing feedstock to reduce the use of fertilisers in…
View article: Effect of ohmic heating on the extraction of biocompounds from aqueous and ethanolic suspensions of Pavlova gyrans
Effect of ohmic heating on the extraction of biocompounds from aqueous and ethanolic suspensions of Pavlova gyrans Open
Electric field technology has been highlighted as a promising strategy in the permeabilization of cell membranes and the corresponding bioactive release. In this work, aqueous and ethanolic suspensions of Pavlova gyrans were subjected to m…
View article: Left atrial fractional shortening in cats: a comparison between two echocardiographic views
Left atrial fractional shortening in cats: a comparison between two echocardiographic views Open
Our study suggests a poor agreement between LAFS%RPSA-MM and LAFS%RPLA-2D, and thus, these methods should not be used interchangeably. Both echocardiographic methods showed good correlation with aortic root motion.
View article: Identification and optimization of the key growth parameters involved in carotenoids production of the marine microalga Pavlova gyrans
Identification and optimization of the key growth parameters involved in carotenoids production of the marine microalga Pavlova gyrans Open
In this work, a multivariate analysis was carried out, using a Plackett–Burman (PB) design involving seventeen growth parameters, on carotenoids production of Pavlova gyrans ( p < 0.10). Each assay was analysed regarding its content (mg g …
View article: Nonthermal high-pressure microalgae extracts: A new source of natural ingredients for cosmetics
Nonthermal high-pressure microalgae extracts: A new source of natural ingredients for cosmetics Open
Microalgae are one of the most prominent sources of ingredients for the cosmetic industry not only due to their diversity but, importantly, due to the low environmental impact in production and extraction. A sustainable extraction process …
View article: Oxyfluorfen: a novel metabolic inhibitor to select microalgal chlorophyll-deficient mutant strains for nutritional applications
Oxyfluorfen: a novel metabolic inhibitor to select microalgal chlorophyll-deficient mutant strains for nutritional applications Open
Nowadays, there is an increasing demand for novel feedstocks and alternative protein sources to meet global needs. Because of their rich nutritional profiles and high protein contents, microalgae-based food products and supplements are bei…
View article: The potential of Pavlovophyceae species as a source of valuable carotenoids and polyunsaturated fatty acids for human consumption
The potential of Pavlovophyceae species as a source of valuable carotenoids and polyunsaturated fatty acids for human consumption Open
Microalgae are a group of microorganisms, mostly photoautotrophs with high CO2 fixation capacity, that have gained increased attention in the last decades due to their ability to produce a wide range of valuable metabolites, such as carote…
View article: Unlocking functional lipid ingredients from algae by food-grade biosolvents and ultrasound-assisted extraction for nutritional applications
Unlocking functional lipid ingredients from algae by food-grade biosolvents and ultrasound-assisted extraction for nutritional applications Open
Algae are a sustainable source of healthy and functional lipids. The production of extracts suitable for food and nutraceutical industries requires food-grade solvents, which may have low lipid extraction yield and/or purity. This work aim…
View article: Polar Lipids of Marine Microalgae Nannochloropsis oceanica and Chlorococcum amblystomatis Mitigate the LPS-Induced Pro-Inflammatory Response in Macrophages
Polar Lipids of Marine Microalgae Nannochloropsis oceanica and Chlorococcum amblystomatis Mitigate the LPS-Induced Pro-Inflammatory Response in Macrophages Open
Microalgae are recognized as a relevant source of bioactive compounds. Among these bioactive products, lipids, mainly glycolipids, have been shown to present immunomodulatory properties with the potential to mitigate chronic inflammation. …
View article: Bioprospecting for industrially relevant exopolysaccharide-producing cyanobacteria under Portuguese simulated climate
Bioprospecting for industrially relevant exopolysaccharide-producing cyanobacteria under Portuguese simulated climate Open
Cyanobacterial exopolysaccharides (EPS) are potential candidates for the production of sustainable biopolymers. Although the bioactive and physicochemical properties of cyanobacterial-based EPS are attractive, their commercial exploitation…
View article: Scenedesmus rubescens Heterotrophic Production Strategies for Added Value Biomass
Scenedesmus rubescens Heterotrophic Production Strategies for Added Value Biomass Open
Microalgae attract interest worldwide due to their potential for several applications. Scenedesmus is one of the first in vitro cultured algae due to their rapid growth and handling easiness. Within this genus, cells exhibit a highly resis…
View article: AB0933 RAYNAUD´S PHENOMENON AND RELATED SYNDROMES CLINIC: CHARACTERIZATION OF NEWLY REFERRED PATIENTS AND DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PRIMARY AND SECONDARY RAYNAUD´S PHENOMENON
AB0933 RAYNAUD´S PHENOMENON AND RELATED SYNDROMES CLINIC: CHARACTERIZATION OF NEWLY REFERRED PATIENTS AND DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PRIMARY AND SECONDARY RAYNAUD´S PHENOMENON Open
Background The Raynaud´s Phenomenon (RP) and Related Syndromes Clinic was created in the Rheumatology Department at Hospital de Braga in order to provide differentiated health care to the population with RP, emerging as a unique outpatient…
View article: Structural MRI Texture Analysis for Detecting Alzheimer’s Disease
Structural MRI Texture Analysis for Detecting Alzheimer’s Disease Open
Purpose: Alzheimer’s disease (AD) has the highest worldwide prevalence of all neurodegenerative disorders, no cure, and low ratios of diagnosis accuracy at its early stage where treatments have some effect and can give some years of life q…
View article: A commercial blend of macroalgae and microalgae promotes digestibility, growth performance, and muscle nutritional value of European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax L.) juveniles
A commercial blend of macroalgae and microalgae promotes digestibility, growth performance, and muscle nutritional value of European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax L.) juveniles Open
Algae can leverage aquaculture sustainability and improve the nutritional and functional value of fish for human consumption, but may pose challenges to carnivorous fish. This study aimed to evaluate the potential of a commercial blend of …
View article: Differences and Similarities in Lipid Composition, Nutritional Value, and Bioactive Potential of Four Edible Chlorella vulgaris Strains
Differences and Similarities in Lipid Composition, Nutritional Value, and Bioactive Potential of Four Edible Chlorella vulgaris Strains Open
The microalga Chlorella vulgaris is a popular food ingredient widely used in the industry, with an increasing market size and value. Currently, several edible strains of C. vulgaris with different organoleptic characteristics are commercia…
View article: Heterotrophic and Photoautotrophic Media Optimization Using Response Surface Methodology for the Novel Microalga Chlorococcum amblystomatis
Heterotrophic and Photoautotrophic Media Optimization Using Response Surface Methodology for the Novel Microalga Chlorococcum amblystomatis Open
The nutritional requirements of novel microalgal strains are key for their effective cultivation and metabolite content. Therefore, the optimization of heterotrophic and photoautotrophic culture media is crucial for novel Chlorococcum ambl…
View article: Potential of Coccolithophore Microalgae as Fillers in Starch-Based Films for Active and Sustainable Food Packaging
Potential of Coccolithophore Microalgae as Fillers in Starch-Based Films for Active and Sustainable Food Packaging Open
Coccolithophore microalgae, such as Emiliania huxleyi (EHUX) and Chrysotila pseudoroscoffensis (CP), are composed of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) and contain bioactive compounds that can be explored to produce sustainable food packaging. In t…
View article: Lipidomic Characterization and Antioxidant Activity of Macro- and Microalgae Blend
Lipidomic Characterization and Antioxidant Activity of Macro- and Microalgae Blend Open
Macro- and microalgae are currently recognized sources of lipids with great nutritional quality and attractive bioactivities for human health promotion and disease prevention. Due to the lipidomic diversity observed among algae species, gi…
View article: Optimization of <i>Pavlova gyrans</i> biomass production and the fatty acid profile using a two-step approach
Optimization of <i>Pavlova gyrans</i> biomass production and the fatty acid profile using a two-step approach Open
A multivariate optimization approach significantly improved Pavlova gyrans biomass production and its nutritional composition.
View article: Micro- and macroalgae blend modulates the mucosal and systemic immune responses of European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax) upon infection with Tenacibaculum maritimum
Micro- and macroalgae blend modulates the mucosal and systemic immune responses of European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax) upon infection with Tenacibaculum maritimum Open
Intensification of aquaculture practices is often associated with disease outbreaks. These outbreaks can heavily affect the production of several fish species such as European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax) that is of high economic relevan…
View article: Multivariable optimization process of heterotrophic growth of Chlorella vulgaris
Multivariable optimization process of heterotrophic growth of Chlorella vulgaris Open
Microalgae have received increasing attention as one of the most promising feedstocks in the development of new healthier food products and different strategies have been attempted to improve their growth. However, the high production cost…