Volatile Substances, Quality and Non-Targeted Metabolomics Analysis of Commercially Available Selenium-Enriched Rice.

Selenium is an essential trace element for the human body. However, its intake is usually low. Therefore, the production and utilization of selenium-enriched food are currently a research hotspot.

Evaluation of astaxanthin stability under varying temperatures and ultraviolet irradiation durations based on Raman spectroscopy.

As a potent naturally carotenoid, Astaxanthin (AST) is commonly used as a natural coloring agent and antioxidant in food products, and it's stability is of great interest. The stability of AST solution stored in glass bottle under different temperatures and ultraviolet (UV) irradiation durations was analyzed in situ using confocal Raman spectroscopy, and the acceptable depth of focus was optimized. Raman spectra of AST geometrical isomers were determined by density functional theory (DFT) simulation, and characteristic peaks were selected for studying AST degradation and isomerization.

Adulteration detection of multi-species vegetable oils in camellia oil using Raman spectroscopy: Comparison of chemometrics and deep learning methods.

Oil adulteration is a global challenge in the production of high value-added natural oils. Raman spectroscopy combined with mathematical modeling can be used for adulteration detection of camellia oil (CAO). In this study, the advantages of traditional chemometrics and deep learning methods in identifying and quantifying adulterated CAO were compared from a statistical perspective, and no significant difference were founded in the identification of CAO at different levels of adulteration.

Fe-MOF/AuNP-based ratiometric electrochemical immunosensor for the detection of deoxynivalenol in grain products.

A ratiometric assay was designed to improve the sensitivity and reliability of electrochemical immunosensors for deoxynivalenol (DON) detection. The indicator signal caused by the Fe-based metal-organic framework nanocomposites loaded with gold nanoparticles and the internal reference signal from the [Fe(CN)] in the electrolyte came together at the immunosensor. When immunoreactivity occurred, the indicator signals decreased as the concentration of DON increased, while the internal reference signals increased slightly.

Reducing microplastics in tea infusions released from filter bags by pre-washing method: Quantitative evidences based on Raman imaging and Py-GC/MS.

Microplastics released from plastic-based filter bags during tea brewing have attracted widespread attention. Laser confocal micro-Raman and direct classical least squares were used to identify and estimate micron-sized microplastics. Characteristic peaks from pyrolysis-gas chromatography/mass spectrometry of polyethylene terephthalate, polypropylene, and nylon 6 were selected to construct curves for quantification submicron-sized microplastics.

Characterizing the Internal Structure of Chinese Steamed Bread during Storage for Quality Evaluation Using X-ray Computer Tomography.

Chinese steamed bread (CSB) is a traditional food of the Chinese nation, and the preservation of its quality and freshness during storage is very important for its industrial production. Therefore, it is necessary to study the storage characteristics of CSB. Non-destructive CT technology was utilized to characterize and visualize the microstructure of CSB during storage, and also to further study of quality changes.

Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework-8 Composite-Based Enzyme-Linked Aptamer Assay for the Sensitive Detection of Deoxynivalenol.

The mycotoxin deoxynivalenol (DON) is a prevalent contaminant in cereals that threatens the health of both humans and animals and causes economic losses due to crop contamination. The rapid and sensitive detection of DON is essential for food safety. Herein, a colorimetric biosensor based on horseradish peroxidase- and gold nanoparticle-encapsulated zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (HRP&Au@ZIF-8) was developed for the sensitive screening of DON.

The component of the Chamaecyparis obtusa essential oil and insecticidal activity against Tribolium castaneum (Herbst).

Tribolium castaneum (Herbst) is a worldwide grain storage pest controlled by chemical control methods of phosphine fumigation, which results in many hazards, damages human health, makes pests resistant to pesticides, and pollutes the environment. In recent years, the popularity of botanical insecticides has continued to rise, and plant essential oils (EO) are considered potential alternatives for developing insecticides. In the current study, we selected the Chamaecyparis obtusa EO to determine its insecticidal effects and component analysis on T.

In situ Raman characterization of the stability of blueberry anthocyanins in aqueous solutions under perturbations in temperature, UV, pH.

Blueberry anthocyanin (BA) is a functional ingredient to enhance the biological activity of food, and the stability of BA is of great interest. BA stability in aqueous solutions stored in polypropylene and glass bottles was analyzed in-situ using confocal Raman spectroscopy, and the acceptable depth of focus was optimized. The Raman characteristics of BA degradation were explained by multivariate analysis.

NH-MIL-125(Ti)/Reduced Graphene Oxide Enhanced Electrochemical Detection of Fenitrothion in Agricultural Products.

The abuse of organophosphate pesticides causes serious threats to human health, which threatens approximately 3 million people and leads to more than 2000 deaths each year. Therefore, it is necessary to determine the residue of fenitrothion (FT) in environmental and food samples. Herein, we developed a non-enzymatic electrochemical sensor with differential pulse voltammetry signal output to determine FT in model solutions and spiked samples.

The therapeutic effect of transcranial direct current stimulation combined with cognitive training on patients with unilateral neglect after stroke.

Background: Unilateral neglect (UN) is a frequent cognitive disability following a stroke. Additional research is needed to determine the most effective cognitive rehabilitation techniques.

Objective: Based on the unilateral neglect neural network, we aim to explore the effect of a new model of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) combined with cognitive training on stroke patients with unilateral neglect.

Spectroscopic studies on thermal degradation and quantitative prediction on acid value of edible oil during frying by Raman spectroscopy.

The health risks posed by harmful substances resulting from the thermal degradation of frying oils are of great concern. Characteristic peak intensity ratios (PIRs) screened from Raman spectra were used to characterize the thermal degradation. High correlation coefficients between PIRs and acid values (AVs) of 0.

The effect of emotional uncertainty on attentional bias toward neutral infant faces in adults.

Recent studies have found that adults have stronger attentional bias toward neutral infant faces than emotional (positive or negative) infant faces. This phenomenon may derive from uncertainty over neutral expressions. To test this hypothesis, we recruited 176 participants to examine the relationship between their attentional bias toward neutral infant faces (with neutral adult faces as a comparison baseline) and their level of certainty in their appraisal of emotional valence through eye-tracking indices.

Ozone reduces lifespan and alters gene expression profiles in (Fabricius).

is one of the most important stored grain pests that seriously damage rice and wheat. At present, the method of controlling stored grain pests mainly relies on insecticide fumigation. However, the excessive use of pesticides not only leaves pesticide residues, with harmful effects on human health and the environment, but also induces insect resistance.

An electrochemical immunosensor based on prussian blue@zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 nanocomposites probe for the detection of deoxynivalenol in grain products.

The presence of deoxynivalenol (DON) in grains poses a threat to human health, which is critical for sensitive detection of DON. In this electrochemical immunosensor, zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) loaded with Prussian blue (PB) nanoparticles was coated by polydopamine (PDA) as a redox probe. The high porosity of ZIF-8, the unique electrochemical activity of PB and the outstanding electrical conductivity of PDA improved the sensitivity of the immunosensor.

Identification and Evaluation of Microplastics from Tea Filter Bags Based on Raman Imaging.

Microplastic (MP) contamination is a public issue for the environment and for human health. Plastic-based food filter bags, including polyethylene terephthalate, polypropylene, nylon 6 (NY6), and polyethylene, are widely used for soft drink sub-packaging, increasing the risk of MPs in foods and the environment. Three types of commercially available filter bags, including non-woven and woven bags, were collected, and MPs released after soaking were mapped using Raman imaging combined with chemometrics.

Colorimetric ELISA based on urease catalysis curcumin as a ratiometric indicator for the sensitive determination of aflatoxin B in grain products.

There is an urgent need to measure aflatoxin B (AFB) in food to prevent contaminated food consumption. In this work, a novel colorimetric enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was developed for the detection of AFB using curcumin as a colorimetric indicator. An indirect competitive enzyme-label immunoassay was developed using urease and rabbit anti-mouse immunoglobulin G labeled with gold nanoparticles as the signal-transduction tag.

miRNA-29 aggravates myocardial infarction via inhibiting the PI3K/mTOR/HIF1α/VEGF pathway.

Introduction: MI is defined by the presence of myocardial necrosis, which is caused by acute and persistent ischemia and hypoxia of the coronary artery. In recent years, its incidence rate has been on the rise in China.

Methods: GSE34198, GSE97320 and GSE141512 datasets were download for DEG analysis.

miRNA-29a inhibits atherosclerotic plaque formation by mediating macrophage autophagy via PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway.

Background: miR-29a plays a vital role in AS, but the relationship between the miR-29a-targeted PI3K signaling pathway and AS remains unclear. Therefore, this study was carried out.

Methods: Gene expression profiles from the GEO database containing AS samples were analyzed.

Monovalent Antigen-Induced Aggregation (MAA) Biosensors Using Immunomagnetic Beads in Both Sample Separation and Signal Generation for Label-Free Detection of Enrofloxacin.

Exploring new functions of nanomaterials can help facilitate the development of biosensors for the detection of antibiotics. Herein, a new detection modality based on monovalent antigen-induced aggregation (MAA) of immunomagnetic beads (IMBs) was proposed for rapid and label-free detection of enrofloxacin (ENR), which endowed IMBs with the abilities of both sample separation and signal generation. In the presence of ENR, the initially well-dispersed IMBs were aggregated and the degree of aggregation was in a concentration-dependent manner.

Inhibiting effect of miR-29 on proliferation and migration of uterine leiomyoma via the STAT3 signaling pathway.

Aim: Uterine leiomyoma is the most common benign tumor of female genitalia, and the incidence is rising gradually. This study explores the mechanism of miR-29 and STAT3 signaling pathways on uterine leiomyoma.

Methods: GSE64763 and GSE5244 datasets were downloaded.

Suppression of ADAM8 attenuates angiotensin II-induced cardiac fibrosis and endothelial-mesenchymal transition via inhibiting TGF-β1/Smad2/Smad3 pathways.

Endothelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EndMT) is involved in cardiac fibrosis induced by angiotensin II (Ang II). A disintegrin and metalloproteinase 8 (ADAM8), a member of ADAMs family, participates in cell adhesion, proteolysis and various signaling. However, its effects on the development of cardiac fibrosis remain completely unknown.

Occupational Radiation Exposure and Changes in Thyroid Hormones in a Cohort of Chinese Medical Radiation Workers.

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the association between occupational radiation exposure and changes in thyroid hormone levels among medical radiation workers.

Methods: This retrospective cohort study included 2,946 radiation workers from 20 Guangzhou hospitals. Data on general characteristics, participant radiation dosimetry, and thyroid function test results [thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), triiodothyronine (T3), and thyroid hormone (T4)] were extracted from dosimetry and medical records.

GPR39 promotes cardiac hypertrophy by regulating the AMPK-mTOR pathway and protein synthesis.

Hypertrophic growth of the cardiomyocytes is one of the core mechanisms underlying cardiac hypertrophy. However, the mechanism underlying cardiac hypertrophy remains not fully understood. Here we provided evidence that G protein-coupled receptor 39 (GPR39) promotes cardiac hypertrophy via inhibiting AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) signaling.