Publications by authors named "Ana P B Gomes"
Article Synopsis
- - Quinoa oil, rich in unsaturated fats and vitamin E, faces stability issues that limit its use in food and cosmetics, but nanoencapsulation offers a solution by improving its dispersibility and enhancing its bioactive properties.
- - The study utilized O/W emulsification with porcine gelatin and whey protein to encapsulate quinoa oil, resulting in particles with smooth surfaces, appropriate sizes, and high encapsulation efficiency.
- - Testing showed that both free and nanoencapsulated quinoa oil were non-toxic to various cell types, and the nanoencapsulation significantly boosted antioxidant activity and enzyme inhibition, suggesting its potential for innovative applications.
Characteristics such as calcareous morphology and life cycle are used to understand the ecology of calcified rhodophytes. However, there is limited information regarding their chemical profiles and biological activities. Therefore, a systematic review (PRISMA) was conducted to assess the influence of the chemistry of calcareous rhodophytes on ecological interactions in the marine environment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe mosquito is a vector of severe diseases with high morbidity and mortality rates. The most commonly used industrial larvicides have considerable toxicity for non-target organisms. This study aimed to develop and evaluate liquid and solid carrier systems to use pentyl cinnamate (PC), derived from natural sources, to control larvae.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAmong the various strategies for increasing aqueous solubility of pharmaceutical substances, cocrystals have been emerging as a promising alternative. The ferulic acid (FEA) is a molecule with limited aqueous solubility, but with an interesting pharmacological activity, highlighting its antitumor potential. This study presents the characterization and physicochemical properties of a new cocrystal based on FEA and nicotinamide (NIC).
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