Structural and Physicochemical Properties of Glycerol-Plasticized Edible Films Made from Pea Protein-Based Emulsions Containing Increasing Concentrations of Candelilla Wax or Oleic Acid.

Hydrophobization could improve the moisture resistance of biopolymer-based materials, depending on the methods and materials used, providing benefits for packaging applications. The aim of this study was to compare the effect of increasing concentrations (0-2.0%) of candelilla wax (CW) and oleic acid (OA) on the structural and physicochemical properties, including water affinity, of glycerol-plasticized pea protein isolate (PPI) films.

Insights into the nutritional value of honeybee drone larvae (Apis mellifera) through proteomic profiling.

There is a growing interest and demand for insect-based foods. Edible insects are rich in protein and other nutrients, making them valuable in the daily diet. However, their composition is not yet fully characterised.

Polydopamine/SWCNT Ink Functionalization of Silk Fabric to Obtain Electroconductivity at a Low Percolation Threshold.

This study presents the functionalization of silk fabric with SWCNT ink. The first step was the formation of a polydopamine (PDA) thin coating on the silk fabric to allow for effective bonding of SWCNTs. PDA formation was carried out directly on the fabric by means of polymerization of dopamine in alkali conditions.

Noble Metal-Free Light-Driven Hydrogen Evolution Catalysis in Polyampholytic Hydrogel Networks.

Future technologies to harness solar energy and to convert this into chemical energy strongly rely on straightforward approaches to prepare versatile soft matter scaffolds for the immobilization of catalysts and sensitizers in a defined environment. In addition, particularly for light-driven hydrogen evolution, a transition to noble metal-free photosensitizers and catalysts is urgently required. Herein, we report a fully organic light-harvesting soft matter network based on a polyampholyte hydrogel where both photosensitizer (a perylene monoimide derivative) and a H evolution catalyst ([MoS]) are electrostatically incorporated.

Unlocking Diagnostic Precision: FATE Protocol Integration with BLUE and eFAST Protocols for Enhanced Pre-Hospital Differential Diagnosis of Pleural Effusion Manifested as Dyspnea in Adults-A Pilot Study.

: Dyspnea commonly stems from combined myocardial and pulmonary dysfunction, posing challenges for accurate pre-hospital diagnosis. Limited diagnostic capabilities hinder the differentiation of cardiac and pulmonary issues. This study assesses the efficacy of combined cardiac and pulmonary ultrasound using the BLUE, eFAST, and FATE protocols.