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Development Of Novel Electrocoagulation Reactor (Ecr) For Turbidity Removal And Decolorization From Textile Industry Wastewater, Penghour Hong Jan 2017

Development Of Novel Electrocoagulation Reactor (Ecr) For Turbidity Removal And Decolorization From Textile Industry Wastewater, Penghour Hong

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

High concentration of dyes together with turbidity were frequently found in the effluents of textile industry wastewater, which are the toxic substances. To remove these contaminants, the combination between electrocoagulation process (EC) and separation has been proposed in this study. The objective of this present work is to design and evaluate the new electrocoagulation reactor (ECR) for treating dye and turbidity from synthetic textile wastewater. The optimization of electrode configuration and design parameter were examined with the batch column reactor for containing 4 liters of wastewater. The result showed that monopolar arrangement within the inner gap 1.5 cm and current …


Study Of Gas-Liquid Absorption In Terms Of Bubble-Fluid Hydrodynamic And Mass Transfer Parameter: Liquid Phase And Gas Phase, Prajak Sastaravet Jan 2017

Study Of Gas-Liquid Absorption In Terms Of Bubble-Fluid Hydrodynamic And Mass Transfer Parameter: Liquid Phase And Gas Phase, Prajak Sastaravet

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This research focus on study the effect of continuous system on the bubble hydrodynamic and mass transfer parameters (Qg, QL, DBd, UBd a, kL and kLa). The experiment were set up in a cylindrical acrylic column with 0.15 m inside diameter and 1 m in height. ILALR was setup an acrylic plate for liquid recirculation. Moreover, mass transfer determination, liquid phase was removed dissolved oxygen by using sodium sulphite (Na2SO3). The bubble hydrodynamic mechanisms are investigated by the high speed camera (100 images/sec) and image analysis program is used to determine the bubble hydrodynamic parameters. The bubbles are generated by …


Paleo Sea-Level Change Of Laem Pho, Amphoe Chaiya, Changwat Surat Thani, Sinenard Polwichai Jan 2017

Paleo Sea-Level Change Of Laem Pho, Amphoe Chaiya, Changwat Surat Thani, Sinenard Polwichai

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The study of beach ridges plains at Laem Pho study area in Amphoe Chaiya, Changwat Surat Thani is aimed to investigate coastal geomorphology and sedimentology to analyze the history of Holocene sea level change. The methodology starts with satellite image interpretation of landform for field survey planning, then, geomorphologic map was done for locating sample collection sites. Grainsize analysis and Optically Stimulated Luminescence (OSL) dating were carried out. As a result, the study area has dominant landforms of beach ridge plains and sand spit oriented in southeast direction correspondence with southeast longshore current. Source of sediment supply to this coastal …


Evaluation Of Push Out Bond Strength Of Glass Fiber Post Related With Ultrasonic Irrigation, Nomjit Vidhyaphum Jan 2017

Evaluation Of Push Out Bond Strength Of Glass Fiber Post Related With Ultrasonic Irrigation, Nomjit Vidhyaphum

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objective This study compared the bond strength of glass fiber post to dentin using different irrigation methods and solutions and to evaluate the bond strength in different regions of the root. Methods One hundred human anterior maxillary teeth were randomly divided into 10 groups (n=10). Root canal filling and post space preparation were carried out followed by diverse final irrigation techniques. Groups 1 to 3 underwent syringe irrigation, groups 4 to 6 irrigation with ultrasonic instrumentation and groups 7 to 9 passive ultrasonic irrigation. Different irrigant solutions were used in each groups as 2.5% NaOCl (groups 1,4,7), 17% EDTA (groups …


Microleakage Of Enamel Preservation At Gingival Wall Of Class Ii Resin Composite Restorations (Nanofilled Vs Bulk-Fill), Onladda Pisuttiwong Jan 2017

Microleakage Of Enamel Preservation At Gingival Wall Of Class Ii Resin Composite Restorations (Nanofilled Vs Bulk-Fill), Onladda Pisuttiwong

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objectives. This in vitro study tested the hypothesis that preserving a thin enamel layer at the gingival margin and using bulk-fill resin composites could minimize microleakage of class II resin composite. Materials and Methods. Thirty-six human third molars were randomly divided into three groups of 12 specimens each: Filtek Bulk Fill Posterior Restorative in Capsules (BFC), Filtek Bulk Fill Posterior Restorative in Syringes (BFS) and Filtek Z350 XT (Z350). Teeth were prepared on two sides for a class II cavity (3 mm buccolingually x 2 mm mesiodistally at occlusal and 1.5 mm at coronal x 4 mm of axial depth) …


Effect Of Remineralization On Color Change Of Bleached Tooth, Panita Suttisakpakdee Jan 2017

Effect Of Remineralization On Color Change Of Bleached Tooth, Panita Suttisakpakdee

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The aim of this in vitro study was to investigate the effect of remineralization and time on the color and microhardness change of teeth bleached using 10% carbamide peroxide (10%CP) or 40% hydrogen peroxide (40%HP). Seventy-two 6x6x2 mm3 enamel slabs were prepared from human premolars. The specimens' color and Vickers' microhardness were recorded at baseline (T0). The specimens were divided into six groups, two groups were treated with 10%CP with or without casein phosphopeptides and amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) (10%CP and 10% CP/CPP-ACP, respectively), two groups were treated with 40% HP with or without CPP-ACP (40%HP and 40%HP/CPP-ACP, respectively), one …


The Overall Esthetic Assessment Of Anterior Single-Tooth Implant Restoration: Modified Objective Criteria, Pongsakorn Komutpol Jan 2017

The Overall Esthetic Assessment Of Anterior Single-Tooth Implant Restoration: Modified Objective Criteria, Pongsakorn Komutpol

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objectives: The aim of this study was to observe the correlation of esthetic outcomes of single-tooth implant restoration when using Pink Esthetic Score/White Esthetic Score and the new modified assessment (Modified Objective Criteria; MOC) Materials and Methods: This crossectional retrospective study, up to 5 years, recruited 26 patients who single implant in maxillary central incisor area was placed. All the implants were recalled. Demographic data, intraoral photograph, dental model, periapical radiograph and CBCT were taken. One examiner assessed the esthetic outcomes by using PES/WES and MOC (gingiva, prosthesis and bone foundation) with 2 weeks between each evaluation. The score of …


A Comparison Of Taper-Implant Designs And Bone Quality On The Primary Stability: An In Vitro Biomechanical Study, Ratchaya Chayangsu Jan 2017

A Comparison Of Taper-Implant Designs And Bone Quality On The Primary Stability: An In Vitro Biomechanical Study, Ratchaya Chayangsu

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objective To investigate the effect of the taper-implant design and the effect of bone quality on the primary stability in terms of insertion torque test, removal torque test and resonance frequency analysis. Methods Five taper-implant designs were test in artificial bone blocks with four qualities. Five repetitions per implant design were placed in each bone quality started from softest bone block. The implant motor was used to prepared the osteotomy sites and implant insertion according to manufacturers' recommendation. Peak insertion torque values were measured and recorded by implant motor when the platform of the implant flush to the bone level. …


The Longevity Of Ceramic Veneers: Clinical Evaluation Of Mechanical, Biological, And Esthetic Performances Of Ceramic Veneers Up To 7-Years Retrospective Study, Rapeepan Monaraks Jan 2017

The Longevity Of Ceramic Veneers: Clinical Evaluation Of Mechanical, Biological, And Esthetic Performances Of Ceramic Veneers Up To 7-Years Retrospective Study, Rapeepan Monaraks

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Purpose: To evaluate the longevity and mechanical, biological and aesthetic performance of ceramic veneers placed after 5 to 7 years in service. Materials and Methods: Ceramic veneer restorations were clinically examined following modified from the United States Public Health Service (USPHS) and World Dental Federation (FDI) criteria. Clinical evaluation was performed by two clinicians regarding mechanical, biological and aesthetic performances during maintenance appointments between September 2016 and August 2017. Intra-examiner and inter-examiner reliability were evaluated by calculating the intraclass correlation coefficient and inter-examiner calibration. The results were analysed by Kaplan-Meier survival estimation method and log-rank test at a 95% confidence …


Host Responses In Peri Implant Tissue In Comparison To Periodontal Tissue, Raviporn Madarasmi Jan 2017

Host Responses In Peri Implant Tissue In Comparison To Periodontal Tissue, Raviporn Madarasmi

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The host response in peri-implant tissue may differ from that in periodontal tissue in a healthy individual. The purpose of this study is to investigate the expression of inflammatory cytokines in peri-implant crevicular fluid (PICF)from single implant with two different abutment types in comparison to healthy periodontal tissue. Moreover, the effect of these inflammatory cytokines on the expression of FAK and RANKL were also studied. Nineteen participants with healthy implants and teeth were recruited according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. PICF and gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) was collected using sterile paper points. The expression level of inflammatory cytokines including …


Evaluation Of Voids In Class Ii Restorations Restored With Bulk-Fill And Conventional Nanohybrid Resin Composite, Saiisara Chaidarun Jan 2017

Evaluation Of Voids In Class Ii Restorations Restored With Bulk-Fill And Conventional Nanohybrid Resin Composite, Saiisara Chaidarun

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objectives: The aim of the study was to evaluate the influence of four resin composites on voids in small and large Class II cavities. Furthermore, the thickness of the first increment of the restorations was studied. Methods: Eighty artificial lower second premolars were divided into two preparation designs with 40 standardized Class II cavities in each, and then restored with four resin composites (three bulk-fill types: SonicFill 2, Filtek Bulk Fill (capsule), Filtek Bulk Fill (syringe) and a conventional nanohybrid resin composite: Premise). Restorations were sectioned for microscopic evaluation and a Kruskal-Wallis analysis was performed to evaluate the number of …


Immunohistochemical Assessment Of The Peri-Implant Soft Tissues Around Different Abutment Materials : An Experimental Study In Human, Sirikarn Thongmeearkom Jan 2017

Immunohistochemical Assessment Of The Peri-Implant Soft Tissues Around Different Abutment Materials : An Experimental Study In Human, Sirikarn Thongmeearkom

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objective To evaluate the effect of 4 different types of abutment material, which are titanium, zirconium oxide, gold alloy, and zirconia-coping cemented on titanium-base, on the surrounding soft tissues. Material and Methods Twenty dental implants in posterior edentulous area were randomly divided into 4 groups and inserted 4 types of abutment materials; Titanium, zirconia, gold-alloy, and titanium-base, on the implant installation surgery day. Eight weeks after implant surgery, peri-implant soft tissues around experimental abutments were harvested and split according to implant side; buccal, lingual, mesial, and distal. The specimens were processed through immunohistochemical preparation and stained with CD3, CD20, CD68, …


The Influence Of The Eu's Collective Identity On Smart Sanctions Imposed On Russia And Their Effect On Russian Financial Institutions, Sunil Kumar Dash Jan 2017

The Influence Of The Eu's Collective Identity On Smart Sanctions Imposed On Russia And Their Effect On Russian Financial Institutions, Sunil Kumar Dash

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Beginning in early 2014, the EU introduced and extended a range of smart sanctions against Russia in protest at Russian involvement in destabilizing Ukraine and violation of Ukraine's territorial integrity. By utilizing theoretical elements of constructivism with process tracing method, this thesis examines the influence of the EU's collective identity on smart sanctions imposed on Russia. The analysis finds that the EU's "collective identity" stipulated the "objective interests" and "subjective interests" to its actors and influenced the "actions" of smart sanctions by extending extra restrictive measures for Russian financial institutions to increase the cost of smart sanctions imposed on Russia. …


Modeling Financial Distress Of Smes In Thailand For Comparative Analysis Of Normal And Recession Periods, Chayanisa Sanehluxana Jan 2017

Modeling Financial Distress Of Smes In Thailand For Comparative Analysis Of Normal And Recession Periods, Chayanisa Sanehluxana

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are often viewed as backbone of countries' economy since they play a crucial role in countries' employment and growth. Credit risk analysis for SMEs has become an important task to perform since the lack of understanding and developing an effective tool to forecast the distress and default risk may lead to huge losses and affect the whole economy of a country. Therefore, this paper aims to develop the models that can predict for the probability of financial distress for SMEs in Thailand by employing both Logistic Regression Analysis (Logit) and Cox's Proportional Hazard model. Moreover, …


Political Connection And Firm Performance: Evidence From Chinese State-Owned Companies, Chenyu Fang Jan 2017

Political Connection And Firm Performance: Evidence From Chinese State-Owned Companies, Chenyu Fang

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This paper uses the multiple regression to research the political connection effect in the state-owned enterprise. It has been found that the political connection can significantly enhance state-owned enterprises' performance. Moreover, the same administration level between state-owned enterprises' actual controller and CEO/Chairman would enhance ROA and ROE. Additionally, as the proportion of political connection members increases, the ROA will be promoted. The political connection has same impact on the industries with more governmental control and the industries with less governmental control. The "city administration level" shows negative record in the stock market. Furthermore, this paper adopts the Probit Model to …


Effect Of Exchange Rate Volatility On Currency Carry Trade And Risk Factor Compensation Of Currency Carry Trade In G10 And Emerging Market, Jirapaiboon Rattanapanurak Jan 2017

Effect Of Exchange Rate Volatility On Currency Carry Trade And Risk Factor Compensation Of Currency Carry Trade In G10 And Emerging Market, Jirapaiboon Rattanapanurak

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Currency carry trade is one of famous currency speculation strategies through latest decade. Return of this strategy comes from the difference of interest rate between countries. In theoretical world, FAMA uncovered interest rate parity (UIP) assumes change in spot exchange rate is going to offset the difference of interest rate. Therefore, the first objective of this paper is to test violation of UIP which implies possibility to do currency carry trade. Secondly, moving on to determine the relationship between currency carry trade return and exchange rate volatility in some difference aspects because there are evidences about negative relationship between currency …


A Lead-Lag Relationship Between Price Premium And Nav In Property Fund And Reit, Nithikorn Piskanok Jan 2017

A Lead-Lag Relationship Between Price Premium And Nav In Property Fund And Reit, Nithikorn Piskanok

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Property fund and real estate investment trust (REIT) play an important role in asset allocation since it increases risk-adjusted return and diversifies portfolio risk. However, in stock market, price of property fund and REIT is deviated from its fundamental value or net asset value (NAV) causing price premium or discount. Understanding causes of price deviation helps investor to plan for investment strategy and generates more profit. Therefore, this paper aims to study the role of price premium in forecasting future performance of property fund and REIT by using vector autoregressive analysis (VAR). Moreover, we examine causes of price premium by …


Performance Persistence Of Hedge Fund: A Result Of Different Systematic Risk Exposure, Prapakan Pimpasan Jan 2017

Performance Persistence Of Hedge Fund: A Result Of Different Systematic Risk Exposure, Prapakan Pimpasan

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This paper has made the statement that the different systematic risk exposure style affects hedge fund performance and performance persistence. Employing maintain low systematic risk exposure (LSR) style leads superior performance for hedge fund during the full-time period. The outperformance of LSR style in this finding challenges the principle of standard Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) and being supported by the "Low-volatility anomaly" in the equity market. However, the market timing, one of systematic risk exposure style, is still crucial and should be taken into consideration when managing portfolios systematic risk exposure, especially during the crisis period. Moreover, there is …


Gender And Financial Access Of Smes In Southeast Asia, Wannaporn Phongapai Jan 2017

Gender And Financial Access Of Smes In Southeast Asia, Wannaporn Phongapai

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study examines gender and cultural differences in financial access of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in six countries within Southeast Asia (SEA): Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, Indonesia, and Malaysia. This study uses World Bank Enterprise Surveys dataset which covers 2015 and 2016 to investigate the gender gap in financial access of SMEs in SEA and compare the business performance of enterprises that are owned by males and females. The result shows that there is no significant difference between the financial access of female- and male-owned SMEs in SEA which means that there is no gender gap in financial access …


A Study Of The Effect Of Dark Pool Using Market Simulation, Wasin Surarak Jan 2017

A Study Of The Effect Of Dark Pool Using Market Simulation, Wasin Surarak

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This paper extend a limit order book model of security trading from Goettler, et al. (2005) by adding a dark pool which does not publicly display trading orders. This model is a sequential game with risk-neutral traders. We use a stochastic algorithm followed by Pakes and McGuire (2001) to solve a Markov-perfect equilibrium as the optimal action of a trader. We find that when added a dark pool, market quality worsens (market depth declines and bid-ask spread widen), and total fill rate decreases. The deterioration of market quality in a limit order book results from an order migration to a …


Doctoral Music Performance: Technique And Evolution Of Modern Guitar Performance, Apichai Chantanakajornfung Jan 2017

Doctoral Music Performance: Technique And Evolution Of Modern Guitar Performance, Apichai Chantanakajornfung

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

It was around the mid-nineteenth century that the guitar almost sank into oblivion due to the rising popularity of the piano. Fortunately, the art of guitar performance was still cultivated by certain figures residing mostly in Spain. One of them was the so-called 'father of modern guitar' - Francisco Tárrega (1852-1909), a guitarist who devoted all his life to bring back the legend and prestige of the instrument. Another figure who gave a great contribution to the history of the instrument was Andrés Segovia (1893-1987). Because of these ardent efforts of the past, the current guitar scene is very profound …


Bioactive Clitoria Ternatea L. Flower Extract For The Glycemic Control To Carbohydrate Foods And Sugary Beverages, Charoonsri Chusak Jan 2017

Bioactive Clitoria Ternatea L. Flower Extract For The Glycemic Control To Carbohydrate Foods And Sugary Beverages, Charoonsri Chusak

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Clitoria ternatea L. flower, an edible plant containing anthocyanins, has been currently used as the source of natural colorant in foods, beverages and desserts worldwide. The previous report demonstrated its biological properties including antioxidant and antihyperglycemic activity. However, the various concentrations of Clitoria ternatea were used in food and beverages but the effective concentration of Clitoria ternatea on the digestibility of starch and glycemic response remains unknown. In this study, the effects of foods and beverage containing Clitoria ternatea L. flower extract (CTE) on starch digestibility in vitro, postprandial glycemic response and antioxidant capacity in human as well as sensory …


The Effect Of Nutrition Education Intervention On The Amount Of School Lunch Consumption In Children Aged 3-5 Years: Case Study In Bangkok, Thailand, Hathaichanok Tirapongporn Jan 2017

The Effect Of Nutrition Education Intervention On The Amount Of School Lunch Consumption In Children Aged 3-5 Years: Case Study In Bangkok, Thailand, Hathaichanok Tirapongporn

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Low vegetable and fruit intake and micronutrient deficiency has been reported for Thai children aged three to five years. Many nutrition education programs have been recommended to solve these problems, especially for preschool children. This study aims to investigate the effect of the novel nutrition education program on the amount of vegetables, fruit, energy and nutrients consumption in school lunches of children aged three to five years. United for Healthier Kids is a nutrition education program that desires to motivate healthy eating via a set of nutrition education tools by encouraging variety in the types of food consumed, increase vegetables …


Effect Of Different Cooking Methods On The Bioaccessibility Of Polyphenols And Antioxidant Capacities Of Pakwan Ban (Sauropus Androgynus), Imas Arumsari Jan 2017

Effect Of Different Cooking Methods On The Bioaccessibility Of Polyphenols And Antioxidant Capacities Of Pakwan Ban (Sauropus Androgynus), Imas Arumsari

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study was aimed to assess the effect of different cooking methods on the amounts of phytochemical compounds and antioxidant capacities of sweet leaf (Sauropus androgynus) before and during in vitro simulated gastrointestinal digestion. The optimum cooking time of each cooking method was prior selected according to the total phenolic compounds, the ferric-reductase antioxidant power (FRAP) activity, the color characteristics, the hardness, and the texture preference of cooked sweet leaf samples. Consequently, the sweet leaf samples cooked by boiling for 5 mins or microwaving at 800 watts for 90 sec were compared with raw sweet leaf. The results showed that …


The Inhibitory Effect Of Anthocyanins-Rich Thai Berries Extracts On Lipid Digestion And Absorption, Netima Chamnansilpa Jan 2017

The Inhibitory Effect Of Anthocyanins-Rich Thai Berries Extracts On Lipid Digestion And Absorption, Netima Chamnansilpa

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Dyslipidemia is one of the major risk factor that contributes to chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetic mellitus. Anthocyanin-rich Thai berries have been documented to have hypolipidemic activity. However, no scientific data is available regarding the mechanism of lipid lowering property. Thus, the objective of this study was to elucidate the mechanism of action of Thai berries including Prunus domestica L., Antidesma bunius (L.) Spreng, Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels, Syzygium nervosum A. Cunn. Ex DC, and Muntingia calabura L. on a reduction of lipid digestion and absorption in vitro. Phytochemical compounds of Thai berries, including total phenolic (TP), …


Doctoral Music Composition: "The Lost Tales" Film Music For Symphony Orchestra, Sit Kesjamras Jan 2017

Doctoral Music Composition: "The Lost Tales" Film Music For Symphony Orchestra, Sit Kesjamras

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Doctoral Music Composition: "The Lost Tales" Film Music for Symphony Orchestra is a series of music composition created as a film music. Techniques used in the piece include classical music, contemporary, and popular music techniques. "The Lost Tales" Film Music for Symphony Orchestra comprises 9 episodic movements of music. Each movement represents different events, places, times, and characters. Themes are used in more than one piece with different orchestrations, arrangements, tempos, or keys depending on the moods of each scene in the film. The duration of Doctoral Music Composition: "The Lost Tales" Film Music for Symphony Orchestra is approximately 50 …


Preparation And Antimicrobial Activity Of Olive Oil Nanoemulsions, Kusuma Jaemsak Jan 2017

Preparation And Antimicrobial Activity Of Olive Oil Nanoemulsions, Kusuma Jaemsak

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Due to their health benefits including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and also antimicrobial activities, extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) has received much attention in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. Nanoemulsions (NEs) solubilize and increase absorption and bioavailability of lipophilic substances (i.e. olive oil). However, there is insufficient data in the formation of olive oil NEs. This study aimed to investigate the formation of oil-in-water NEs containing EVOO using low-energy approach and high-energy approach. NEs were characterized for size, polydispersity and zeta potential after storage at different conditions for up to 180 days. They were determined for antimicrobial susceptibility. From the result, NEs …


Relationship Between Depression And Metabolic Syndrome In Working Age Population In Bangkok, Matthawan Sujinnapram Jan 2017

Relationship Between Depression And Metabolic Syndrome In Working Age Population In Bangkok, Matthawan Sujinnapram

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The objectives of this observational descriptive cross-sectional study were to determine the prevalences of depression and metabolic syndrome and to examine the relationship between depression and metabolic syndrome and dietary pattern in working age people in Bangkok. The samples were 446 participants (123 males and 323 females) aged 20 and over who received an annual health examination 2017. The metabolic syndrome was defined by NCEP ATP III criteria. The data on waist circumference, fasting blood glucose, triglycerides, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, blood pressure, depression score, and dietary pattern were collected. The relationship between depression and metabolic syndrome and dietary patterns were …


Microencapsulation Instant Coffee By Spray Drying Using Hydrolysed Konjac Glucomannan, Desi Sakawulan Jan 2017

Microencapsulation Instant Coffee By Spray Drying Using Hydrolysed Konjac Glucomannan, Desi Sakawulan

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This research is aimed at finding a suitable wall material from konjac glucomannan to shield antioxidant compounds in coffee extract along with appropriate condition of spray drying to produce microencapsulated instant coffee. There are two steps of study. In the first step, two types of konjac powder (A. muelleri and A. bulbifer) and different concentrations of mannanase enzyme were used to investigate the viscosity reduction of konjac glucomannan hydrolysate (KGMH). It is found that mannanase at 38,000 units per gram substrate was able to lower the viscosity of A. muelleri solution to less than 100 m.Pa.s, while A. bulbifer remained …


Halophilic Bacteria From Salty Fermented Foods And Its Bacteriocin Encoding Gene Expression To Use As Biocontrol Agent Against Staphylococcus Aureus In Salt Added Foods, Vishal Chhetri Jan 2017

Halophilic Bacteria From Salty Fermented Foods And Its Bacteriocin Encoding Gene Expression To Use As Biocontrol Agent Against Staphylococcus Aureus In Salt Added Foods, Vishal Chhetri

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This research was aimed to isolate, select and apply bacteriocin producing halophilic bacteria from salty fermented foods, Plara (Thai traditional salty fermented fish) and soya sauce as bio-control agent in foods. The isolates having inhibitory activity against different strains of Staphylococcus aureus were selected, identified and characterized prior to application as protective starter in food models. Bacterial communities of Plara and soya sauce samples were studied by two methods, a cultural dependent and cultural independent method (Reverse Transcriptase PCR DGGE (Rev-T PCR-DGGE)), and subsequently sequenced by 16s rDNA analysis. Halanaerobium spp. in Plara and Staphylococcus gallinarum in soya sauce were …