Gelatin-sodium alginate packaging film with date pits extract: An eco-friendly packaging for extending raw minced beef shelf life.

Gelatin-sodium alginate-based active packaging films were formulated by including date pits extracts (DPE), as bioactive compound, in raw minced beef meat packaging. The DPE effects at 0.37, 0.

Pistachio Hull Extract as a Practical Strategy to Extend the Shelf Life of Raw Minced Beef: Chemometrics in Quality Evaluation.

The agricultural processing industry produces a notable quantity of by-products rich in bioactive compounds, which can be exploited for agri-food applications. From pistachio industrial processing, pistachio's hull is one of the major by-products. This work aimed to evaluate the potential of pistachio hull, as a potential source of natural antioxidant, to preserve the meat quality.

Recent advancements in encapsulation of bioactive compounds as a promising technique for meat preservation.

Encapsulation is currently considered as one the most valuable methods for preserving aromatic compounds or hiding odors, enhancing their thermal and oxidative stability, and expanding their food applications. Indeed, this current article was aimed to provide an overview regarding the encapsulation of plant bioactive compounds and the spray-drying and extrusion processes with a focused discussion regarding the encountered challenges for meat and meat product preservation. Furthermore, different ranges of carbohydrates as wall materials (carriers) besides the process conditions' effects on the encapsulation effectiveness and the particle size of the encapsulated bioactive compounds have been discussed.

Effects of Ephedra alata extract on the quality of minced beef meat during refrigerated storage: A chemometric approach.

The biopreservative effect of Ephedra alata aqueous extract (EAE), used at 0.156, 0.312 and 0.

A Review on Worldwide History and Story: From Fossils to Natural Products Mass Spectroscopy Characterization and Biopharmacotherapy Potential.

Growing worldwide, the genus (family Ephedraceae) had a medicinal, ecological, and economic value. The extraordinary morphological diversity suggests that was survivor of an ancient group, and its antiquity is also supported by fossil data. It has recently been suggested that appeared 8-32 million years ago, and a few megafossils document its presence in the Early Cretaceous.

Towards understanding the antagonistic activity of phytic acid against common foodborne bacterial pathogens using a general linear model.

The increasing challenge of antibiotic resistance requires not only the discovery of new antibiotics, but also the development of new alternative approaches. Therefore, in the present study, we investigated for the first time the antibacterial potential of phytic acid (myo-inositol hexakisphosphate, IP6), a natural molecule that is 'generally recognized as safe' (FDA classification), against the proliferation of common foodborne bacterial pathogens such as Listeria monocytogenes, Staphylococcus aureus and Salmonella Typhimurium. Interestingly, compared to citric acid, IP6 was found to exhibit significantly greater inhibitory activity (P<0.

Multiresponse Optimization of Pomegranate Peel Extraction by Statistical versus Artificial Intelligence: Predictive Approach for Foodborne Bacterial Pathogen Inactivation.

Pomegranate ( L.) peel is a potential source of polyphenols known for their activity against foodborne pathogen bacteria. In this study, the effects of pomegranate peel extraction time (10-60 min), agitation speed (120-180 rpm), and solvent/solid ratio (10-30) on phytochemical content and antibacterial activity were determined.

Pomegranate peel as phenolic compounds source: Advanced analytical strategies and practical use in meat products.

The growing demand for natural food preservatives has promoted investigations on their application for preserving perishable foods. Consequently, the meat market is demanding natural antioxidants, free of synthetic additives and able to diminish the oxidation processes in high-fat meat and meat products. In this context, the present review discuss the development of healthier and shelf stable meat products by the successful use of pomegranate peel extracts containing phenolics as natural preservative agent in meat and meat products.

Interest of Thin Skin Flaps in the Treatment of Postburn Cervical Contractures: About Five Cases.

Objectives: The use of thin skin flaps in the reconstruction of postburn cervical contractures associated with functional impacts.

Material And Methods: We conducted a descriptive observational study on about five patients who had reconstruction of postburn cervical contractures using various thin skin flaps in a plastic surgery department. The follow-up period was ranged from 12 to 18 months.

Enterocin BacFL31 from a Safety FL31: Natural Preservative Agent Used Alone and in Combination with Aqueous Peel Onion () Extract in Ground Beef Meat Storage.

Safety aspects and probiotic properties of FL31 strain producing an enterocin, named BacFL31 were previously demonstrated. Taking into account its originality, the enterocin BacFL31 was added alone at 200 AU/g or in combination with the aqueous peel onion () extract (APOE) at 1.56 ± 0.

Median nerve entrapment in a callus fracture following a pediatric both-bone forearm fracture: A case report and literature review.

Forearm fractures are common injuries in childhood. Median nerve entrapment is a rare complication of forearm fractures, but several cases have been reported in the literature. This case report discusses the diagnosis and management of median nerve entrapment in a 13-yearold male who presented acutely with a both-bone forearm fracture and numbness in the median nerve distribution.

Epidemiological profile of burns in children in central and southern Tunisia: A 67-case series.

Introduction: Burns are among the most frequent injuries in children. They are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in low- and middle-income countries. This study aimed to describe the epidemiological aspects of burns in this environment and to propose preventive measures.

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Electrical burns are a major cause of bodily harm due to the mechanism and effect of the lesions. This prompts us to study these lesions and their management in order to reduce the morbidity caused by this type of accident. We conducted a retrospective descriptive observational study of patients hospitalized for electrical burns.

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Tissue expansion in burn sequelae has been associated with high complication rates. A critical analysis of 8 years (2008-2015) of experience with 45 expanders placed in 31 consecutive burns sequelae was performed to identify those factors that predispose to complications. Major and minor complications occurred in 33.

Statistical versus artificial intelligence -based modeling for the optimization of antifungal activity against Fusarium oxysporum using Streptomyces sp. strain TN71.

A Streptomyces sp. strain TN71 was isolated from Tunisian Saharan soil and selected for its antimicrobial activity against phytopathogenic fungi. In an attempt to increase its anti-Fusarium oxysporum activity, GYM+S (glucose, yeast extract, malt extract and starch) culture medium was selected out of five different production media.

Genetic Analysis with Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA of the Multiple Enterocin-Producing 4CP3 Strain and Its Efficient Role in the Growth of in Raw Beef Meat.

In this manuscript, a multiple enterocin-producing strain named 4CP3 was used to control the proliferation of in refrigerated raw beef meat model. Also, the intraspecific genetic differentiation of 4CP3 strain was assessed by Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA Polymerase Chain Reaction (RAPD-PCR) analysis. 4CP3 strain was found to produce the enterocins A, B, and P.

First study of correlation between oleic acid content and SAD gene polymorphism in olive oil samples through statistical and bayesian modeling analyses.

Background: Virgin olive oil is appreciated for its particular aroma and taste and is recognized worldwide for its nutritional value and health benefits. The olive oil contains a vast range of healthy compounds such as monounsaturated free fatty acids, especially, oleic acid. The SAD.

Modeling-based optimization approaches for the development of Anti-Agrobacterium tumefaciens activity using Streptomyces sp TN71.

A new aerobic bacterium TN71 was isolated from Tunisian Saharan soil and has been selected for its antimicrobial activity against phytopathogenic bacteria. Based on cellular morphology, physiological characterization and phylogenetic analysis, this isolate has been assigned as Streptomyces sp. TN71 strain.

Identification and characterization of single nucleotide polymorphism markers in FADS2 gene associated with olive oil fatty acids composition.

Background: Genotyping of the FAD2.1 and FAD2.3 polymorphisms in the fatty acid desaturase 2 gene (FADS2) shows that they are associated with the fatty acids composition of olive oil samples.

Multiple linear regression and artificial neural networks for delta-endotoxin and protease yields modelling of Bacillus thuringiensis.

The aim of the present work was to develop a model that supplies accurate predictions of the yields of delta-endotoxins and proteases produced by B. thuringiensis var. kurstaki HD-1.

Bayesian and Phylogenic Approaches for Studying Relationships among Table Olive Cultivars.

To enhance table olive tree authentication, relationship, and productivity, we consider the analysis of 18 worldwide table olive cultivars (Olea europaea L.) based on morphological, biological, and physicochemical markers analyzed by bioinformatic and biostatistic tools. Accordingly, we assess the relationships between the studied varieties, on the one hand, and the potential productivity-quantitative parameter links on the other hand.