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Nutrition Components And Active Substance Content And Antioxidant And Antibacterial Activity Of Acer Tegmentosum Maxim Bark, Guo Yu-Yuan, Jin Tie-Yan, Zhang Zhi-Yong

Food and Machinery

Objective:This study aimed to enrich the source of natural antioxidants and antibacterial agents and explore the development potential of the biological activity of Aceraceae. Methods:The nutrition components ofAcer tegmentosum Maxim (AT) bark and the total phenols content and total flavonoid content of ethanol extract (ATEE) and water extract (ATWE) were measured, and the contents of salidroside and tyrosol were determined by HPLC. DPPH radical, ABTS cationic radical, hydroxyl radical scavenging ability and ferric reducing power of extracts were determined. The antibacterial activity was evaluated by measuring the minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) againstStreptococcus mutans,Staphylococcus aureus andEscherichia coli. Results:The …

Research On Organic Food Traceability System Based On Blockchain Technology, Li Jian-Jun, Fang-Yuan, Yang Yu, Yang Fang

Food and Machinery

Through the application of blockchain technology to the construction of the organic food traceability system, the use of blockchain technology features such as decentralization, tamper-proof modification, and security insufficient network integration and inconsistent technical standards, combined with the construction of the organic food traceability system, proposed a sound organic food traceability safety system, perfect organic food traceability credit system, optimization of blockchain and organic food internet of things integration, and the establishment of a unified standard countermeasures and suggestions for organic food traceability standards.

Development Experience Of Italian Nutrinform Battery Labeling And Enlightenments, Huang Ze-Ying, Huang Jia-Zhang

Food and Machinery

This study summarized the content, characteristics and development experience of nutrinform battery labeling which launched in 2020 through the official website of Italian government, relevant reports and literatures. The labeling adopted the nutrient profile of specific nutrient system showing contents of energy, fat, saturated fatty acid, sugar, salt and their percentage of adultsʼ reference intakes (RIs) indicated with the battery content. As a voluntary labeling, nutrinform battery labeling which matched the Mediterranean diet pattern, popular in Italy. However, it is counterintuitive to be criticized as "Higher electricity lower nutritional quality" when applying for EU FOP labeling. The practical experience of …

Effects Of Irradiation On Physico-Chemical Property Of Chinese Soy-Sauced Beef, Zhao Wen-Ying, Liu Dan-Dan, Jin Jian-Qiao, Xu Tao, Wu Zi-Jian

Food and Machinery

Objective:This study aimed to compare and analyze the physical and chemical properties, texture changes and lipid oxidation of sauced beef by irradiation sterilization and high-temperature kettle sterilization.Methods:The irradiation dose was 2, 4, 6, 8 kGy, and the sterilization was performed at 121 ℃for 20 minutes in high temperature kettle.Results:The results showed that irradiation with a dose of 6 or 8 kGy had the same sterilizing effect as high temperature kettle, and could prolong the shelf life of beef. With the increase of irradiation dose,L*(brightness value) of soy sauce beef showed a downward trend as a …

Characterization, Rheological Study And Antioxidant Activities Of Polysaccharide From Azolla, Yao Yue-Hua, Tang Ning, Ying Xi-Rui, Ying Chao-Yang, Cheng Yong-Qiang

Food and Machinery

Objective:The study aimed to research the characterization, rheological properties and antioxidant activities of polysaccharide from Azolla.Methods:The polysaccharide was obtained through hot water extraction. The molecular weight, monosaccharide composition, microstructure, rheological properties and antioxidant activities were analyzed by gel-permeation chromatography (GPC), FT-IR spectrometric, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and so on.Results:The polysaccharide from Azolla containing two groups of molecular weight (2 338.00 and 1.60 kDa) was an acidic heteropolysaccharide, which was mainly composed of mannose, glucuronic acid, galactose, xylose and glucose. The sample had the typical absorption peaks of polysaccharide, which connection mode of heterocephalic carbon was …

Effects Of Purple Yam Powder On The Quality And Antioxidant Activity Of Steamed Bread, Shi Yu-Ru, Zheng Zong-Ping, Guo Feng-Xian, Chen Yang, Li Jin-Gui

Food and Machinery

Objective:The powder of purple yam was used as raw materials to replace part of wheat flour and then was applied to the production of steamed bread. The effects of purple yam flour on the quality and antioxidant activity of steamed bread were studied.Methods:The effect of different amount of purple yam powder on the texture and quality of steamed bread were investigated by measuring the specific volume, diameter-to-height ratio, color difference, texture, aging degree, moisture content, nutrient content and sensory evaluation. Moreover, the antioxidant capacity of steamed bread with purple yam powder was studied by measuring DPPH radical …

Research On The Formula Optimization And Quality Characteristic Of Nutritional Noodles, He Yun-Ran, Shen Wang-Yang, Wang Zhan, Jin Wei-Ping, Jia Xi-Wu

Food and Machinery

Objective:This study aimed to investigate the effects of extruded mung bean powder, mushroom powder and egg powder on the quality characteristics of noodles and develop a nutritious vermicelli enriched with dietary fiber, polysaccharide and protein.Methods:The texture characteristics and sensory evaluation of extruded mung bean powder, mushroom powder and egg powder vermicelli were determined. Combined with the results of single factor, the optimal formula of vermicelli was optimized by orthogonal test.Results:The optimized formula parameters of nutritional vermicelli were as follows: extruded mung bean powder 4.00%, mushroom powder 1.20%, egg powder 2.00%; Under the control of these …

Comparative Analysis Of Nutrients In Fruiting Bodies Between Wild And Cultivated Morchella In Different Cultivation Models, Zhao Rui-Hua, He Xiao-Long, Gao Xiao-Peng, Wang Fei

Food and Machinery

Objective:This study aimed to estimate the nutritive value of wild and cultivated Morchella in Northern Shaanxi.Methods:Morchella fruiting bodies wildly growing in Northern Shaanxi and cultivated in three models (greenhouse, plastic shed and understory) were used to analyze the difference in the main nutrition components.Results:In terms of crude protein, crude fat, crude fiber and water content, all cultivated Morchella were slightly higher than those in the wild. Moreover, the amino acid content of cultivated Morchella was also higher and the amino acid ratio of understory was the most reasonable. Both the wild and the cultivated were …

Determination And Correlation Analysis Of Tobacco Non-Volatile Organic Acids And Ph, Piao Yong-Ge, Zhang Jia-Bao, Cui Cheng-Zhe, Liu You-Jie, Li He-Lin, Li Rui-Li, Zhang Jun-Song

Food and Machinery

Objective:To explore the effects of organic acids on tobacco pH and flue gas pH.Methods:34 kinds of single-grade tobacco and 11 kinds of finished cigarettes were taken as the research objects, and their non-volatile organic acids, tobacco pH, and the pH of mainstream smoke total particulate matter were measured respectively. Grey correlation analysis and principal component analysis were used to analyze the correlation between organic acids and pH.Results:The results of grey correlation analysis show that oxalic acid, palmitic acid, malic acid and oleic acid have a relatively large influence on the pH of single-grade tobacco; Palmitic …

Tenure And Promotion Announcement, 2022, University Of Mississippi. Provost

Tenure and Promotion Announcements

No abstract provided.

Using Dietary Additives To Improve Palatability Of Diets Containing Single‐Cell Protein From Methanotrophic Bacteria In Yellowtail Kingfish (Seriola Lalandi) Diets, Luke Pilmer, Lindsey Woolley, Alan J. Lymbery, Michael Salini, Gavin Partridge

Fisheries Research Articles

Single-cell protein (SCP) derived from methanotrophic bacteria has significant potential as a fishmeal alternative in aquafeeds. However, SCP has known palatability issues, to overcome these issues tuna hydrolysate and garlic powder were tested as palatability enhancers against basal diets without these additives. This study tested the inclusion of SCP at four dietary levels of 0%, 10%, 20% and 30%, representing 0%, 25%, 50% and 75% fishmeal replacement in juvenile yellowtail kingfish (Seriola lalandi) (YTK) diets. YTK were fed these diets in triplicate over 35 days. Compared with the control diet, fish fed the SCP10% diet ate less feed, …

Biological Flora Of Coastal Wetlands: Sporobolus Cynosuroides (L.) P.M. Peterson & Saarela, Richard Stalter, Robert I. Lonard

School of Integrative Biological & Chemical Sciences (Formerly Dept. of Biology)

Sporobolus cynosuroides (L.) P.M. Peterson & Saarela¼Spartina cynosuroides (L.) Roth is a temperate zone rhizomatous grass that often is a dominant species in coastal brackish marshes on the Gulf coast and Atlantic coasts of the United States where salinity ranges from 0 to 10 psu. Sporobolus cynosuroides (L.) P.M. Peterson & Saarela ¼ Spartina cynosuroides (L.) Roth is usually absent where salinity values are .12 psu. Sporobolus cynosuroides occurs in coastal habitats characterized by infrequent tidal flooding and moderate nutrient levels. Also known as big cordgrass, it may account for net productivity in high marshes that rivals productivity of Sporobolus …

The Effects Of Overshadowing In Drosophila Melanogaster With Experimentally Evolved Preference, Jill Lee

Theses

As seen in decades of psychology research, preferences play a major role in driving the decision-making process in both humans and animals. Researchers have advocated for using the technique of experimental evolution as a way to address some of the foundational questions on preferences. These preferences can also affect what is later learned and how well new experiences are learned. Salience is usually mentioned as an important component of what could influence preferences. Animals such as Drosophila melanogaster, that lay eggs without any additional maternal or paternal care, it is important to be selective when deciding where to lay …

Research Progress Of 3d Printing Of Cereal-Based Materials, Geng Han, Wang Li, Chen Zheng-Xing, Zuo Zhong-Yu

Food and Machinery

In this review, the main processes, principles and equipment suitable for cereal-based 3D printing were introduced, and the printing characteristics and application of cereal-based raw materials in 3D printing were summarized, including the main factors affecting the printing quality. Moreover, the prospects and challenges of cereal-based 3D printing was also discussed.

Direction Of Attentional Focus In Prosthetic Training: Current Practice And Potential For Improving Motor Learning In Individuals With Lower Limb Loss, Szu-Ping Lee, Alexander Bonczyk, Maria Katrina Dimapilis, Sarah Partridge, Samantha Ruiz, Lung-Chan Chien, Andrew Sawers

Physical Therapy Faculty Research

Objective:

Adopting an external focus of attention has been shown to benefit motor performance and learning. However, the potential of optimizing attentional focus for improving prosthetic motor skills in lower limb prosthesis (LLP) users has not been examined. In this study, we investigated the frequency and direction of attentional focus embedded in the verbal instructions in a clinical prosthetic training setting.

Methods:

Twenty-one adult LLP users (8 female, 13 male; 85% at K3 level; mean age = 50.5) were recruited from prosthetic clinics in the Southern Nevada region. Verbal interactions between LLP users and their prosthetists (mean experience = 10 …

Characterization Of Mumian And Host Rock In Al-Amerat Cave, Oman., Sara Alqamshouai

Honors Theses

Mumian is a sticky black-brown material found in the Mumian cave in Wadi Al Mayh, Al Amerat, Oman. Mumian has been used for centuries as traditional medicine by the local Omani people. Though commonly ingested orally to resolve a variety of common ailments, very little is known about the Mumian material in terms of its chemical composition. The principle aim of this study is to characterize the Mumian and the host rock in terms of the mineralogy and chemical characteristics using a variety of analytic instruments, including XRD, NMR, FT-IR, XRF, and UV- VIS. A secondary goal of this study …

Community Engagement Education In Academic Health Centers, Colleges, And Universities, Chyke A. Doubeni, David Nelson, Elizabeth Gross Cohn, Electra Paskett, Seleshi Ayalew Asfaw, Mehek Sumar, Syed M. Ahmed, Rhonda Mcclinton-Brown, Mark L. Wieland, Anita Kinney, Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola, Lisa G. Rosas, Cecilia M. Patino

Publications and Research

Community engagement (CE) is critical for advancing health equity and a key approach for promoting inclusive clinical and translational science. However, it requires a workforce trained to effectively design, implement, and evaluate health promotion and improvement strategies through meaningful collaboration with community members. This paper presents an approach for designing CE curricula for research, education, clinical care, and public health learners. A general pedagogical framework is presented to support curriculum development with the inclusion of community members as facilitators or faculty. The overall goal of the curriculum is envisioned as enabling learners to effectively demonstrate the principles of CE in …

Microbial Liberation Of N-Methylserotonin From Orange Fiber In Gnotobiotic Mice And Humans, Nathan D Han, Daniel Webber, Stacey Marion, Michael J Barratt, Andrew C Heath, Et Al.

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Plant fibers in byproduct streams produced by non-harsh food processing methods represent biorepositories of diverse, naturally occurring, and physiologically active biomolecules. To demonstrate one approach for their characterization, mass spectrometry of intestinal contents from gnotobiotic mice, plus in vitro studies, revealed liberation of N-methylserotonin from orange fibers by human gut microbiota members including Bacteroides ovatus. Functional genomic analyses of B. ovatus strains grown under permissive and non-permissive N-methylserotonin "mining" conditions revealed polysaccharide utilization loci that target pectins whose expression correlate with strain-specific liberation of this compound. N-methylserotonin, orally administered to germ-free mice, reduced adiposity, altered liver glycogenesis, shortened gut transit …

Maternal Adipocyte Connexin43 Gap Junctions Affect Breastmilk Lactose Levels And Neonate Growth In Mice, Mingyang Huang, Anying Song, Xi Chen, Sarah Ishtiaq, Chunmei Wang, Darryl L Hadsell, Qiong A Wang, Yi Zhu

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Simple Summary

Breastfeeding offers many health benefits for both mothers and infants. However, overnutrition and a steady increase in obesity in the U.S. has made it harder for many mothers to produce and express breastmilk. Moreover, the quality of breastmilk from obese mothers is frequently compromised in that it contains fewer nutrients and more inflammatory components. In this study, we used mice to model this phenomenon. We found that short-term high-fat feeding at the start of breeding reduces litter size and pups’ body weight. It also impairs adipocyte remodeling during lactation. Connexin43 is the primary building block for gap junctions …

The Hiv/Aids Pandemic And Human Rights: A Continuum Approach, Ellen M. Walker

Florida Journal of International Law

The pandemic of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) has generated a global human rights crisis. Despite evidence showing that protecting human rights helps prevent the transmission of HIV and reduce the impact of HIV/AIDS, fundamental rights continue to be violated. There is a two-way causal relationship between HIV/AIDS and states’ related human rights violations, complicated by the need for international cooperation. While many would agree that HIV/AIDS adversely impacts rights, there lacks a common understanding of how states must apply existing international human rights protections vis-à-vis HIV/AIDS. The international community is insufficiently aware of the many …

Rights Waiting For Change: Socio-Economic Rights In The New South Africa, Cyrus E. Dugger

Florida Journal of International Law

No abstract provided.

Food Insecurity In An Anthropogenic Age: An Analysis Into How Consumer Demand Will Shift During Crisis Events, Chloe G. Parsons, Christina Kuchmaner

Ursidae: The Undergraduate Research Journal at the University of Northern Colorado

Consumers in the United States may need to adjust their food demand due to food insecurity caused by climate warming events. Research has focused on how climate change impacts food supply chains and distribution; however, there was little research on how consumers responded to these changes. This study analyzed how consumers across the United States responded to food insecurity caused by crisis events (i.e. pandemics and climate change), how consumers shifted from grocery store vendors to local food vendors, and if migration or food miles may increase based on potential food shortages. One study was initiated through survey and a …

The Cognitive Evolution Of Homo Erectus, Emily Dzhinenko

Ursidae: The Undergraduate Research Journal at the University of Northern Colorado

Evolutionary cognitive archaeology evaluates the evolution of cognitive advancements through past hominins and artefacts to understand their intellectual capabilities of planning, reasoning, memory, and problem-solving skills up until present day. I will explore cognitive evolution through a literature review of the effects on Homo erectus from their controlled exploitation of fire. Utilization of fire by H. erectus directly impacted their nutritional intake resulting in physiological changes which included increased brain sizes. Larger brains created room for expansion of the dopaminergic system allowing new cognitive abilities to adapt. Results from these adaptations included a more efficient thermoregulatory system and extraversive behaviours …

Evaluating The Rass And Cap-D In A Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, Sarah Anderson

Dissertations

Abstract

Problem: Pediatric delirium is highly prevalent in the intensive care setting, as much as seventy to eighty-seven percent. Kalvas & Harrison (2020) found that sixty-six percent of critically ill children in a pediatric intensive care unit suffered from a diagnosis of delirium. Delirium has been widely linked with increased costs, mortality, and length of stay.

Methods: The quality improvement (QI) project used a descriptive design to collect retrospective and prospective data before and after an individualized bedside education session was completed. The QI project used a purposive convenience sampling to assess the ability to accurately identify the presence of …

The Mission System: An Electronic Health Record For Medical Treatment In Guatemala, Tawniece M. Curry

Dissertations

Abstract

Problem: The introduction of an electronic health record (EHR) system has become an essential component in monitoring and tracking patient information in most developed countries but are difficult to implement in underdeveloped countries. Guatemala is a country with poor health care and limited resources for patient tracking and monitoring. An organization in Guatemala, Nursing Heart Inc. (NHI), provides care to over 40 underserved rural communities but lacks the ability to monitor and track patient information. In order for NHI to properly monitor and evaluate their programs and track patients’ continuity of care, the introduction of an EHR system is …

Improving Saint Louis University Mental Status (Slums) Exam Adherence, Kelsie Patek

Dissertations

Problem: Mild Neurocognitive Disorder (MNCD) and dementia remain one of the most common debilitating problems facing the elderly. The Saint Louis University Mental Status (SLUMS) Exam is a screening questionnaire to assess for MNCD or dementia. With the utilization of the SLUMS, clinicians can detect cognitive impairment and provide early intervention resulting in improved function and delayed progression of illness. The aim of this project was to increase the rate of SLUMS completion by at least 75% at a long-term care facility in a rural Midwestern state and to assess changes in diagnoses and treatment plans resulting from use of …

The Effects Of Early Lactation Support On Breastfeeding Exclusivity Rates, Alexa Fleming

Dissertations

Abstract

Problem Breastfeeding exclusively for the first 6 months of a child’s life is the recommendation across medical professionals. Unfortunately, exclusive breastfeeding rates are on the decline due to insufficient support, lack of self-efficacy and inadequate hospital interventions.

Methods For this quality improvement (QI) project, a descriptive observational study design was used to identify appropriate participants who were planning to have a full-term, healthy, exclusively breastfed newborn. Within one hour after delivery, a lactation specialist provided the mother with breastfeeding education and assistance with the initial latching process. At the time of discharge, data was collected to examine if the …

Genetic And Biochemical Investigation Of Seed Fatty Acid Accumulation In Arabidopsis, Chinedu Charles Nwafor, Delin Li, Ping Qin, Long Li, Wei Zhang, Yuanwei Zhou, Jingjing Xu, Yongtai Yin, Jianbo Cao, Limin He, Fu Xiang, Chao Liu, Liang Guo, Yongming Zhou, Edgar B. Cahoon, Chunyu Zhang

Center for Plant Science Innovation: Faculty Publications

As a vegetable oil, consisting principally of triacylglycerols, is the major storage form of photosynthetically-fixed carbon in oilseeds which are of significant agricultural and industrial value. Photosynthesis in chlorophyll-containing green seeds, along with photosynthesis in leaves and other green organs, generates ATP and reductant (NADPH and NADH) needed for seed fatty acid production. However, contribution of seed photosynthesis to fatty acid accumulation in seeds have not been well-defined. Here, we report the contribution of seed-photosynthesis to fatty acid production by probing segregating green (photosynthetically-competent) and non-green or yellow (photosynthetically-non-competent) seeds in siliques of an Arabidopsis chlorophyll synthase mutant. Using this …

Implementing A Child Friendly Menu Guide In A Pediatric Unit: Promoting Healthful Choices, Lauren Hull

Dissertations

Problem: Over 1/3 of children in the United States are overweight or obese and children’s nutritional status while hospitalized worsens rather than improves. Hospital meals have too many calories, too much sugar, and too few nutrients compared to recommended guidelines for children. The primary purpose of this quality improvement project is to increase the amount of healthy foods ordered by children in a southeastern pediatric hospital unit through implementation of a menu guide.

Methods: A quality improvement pre-post interventional pilot study was done through implementation of a child friendly menu guide promoting healthful eating. Data was collected by retrospective and …

Pathways To Food Insecurity In The Context Of Conflict: The Case Of The Occupied Palestinian Territory, Tracy Kuo Lin, Rawan Kafri, Weeam Hammoudeh, Suzan Mitwalli, Zeina Jamaluddine, Hala Ghattas Ph.D., Rita Giacaman, Tiziana Leone

Faculty Publications

Background: Conflict reduces availability of production input and income, increases the number of days households had to rely on less preferred foods, and limits the variety of foods eaten and the portion size of meals consumed. While existing studies examine the impact of conflict on different food security measures (e.g., Food Consumption Score, Food Insecurity Experience Scale), the relationship between these measures as well as their relationship with political, economic, and agricultural factors remain under explored. Food insecurity may not only be an externality of conflict but also food deprivation may be utilized as a weapon to discourage residency in …