Scalable downstream method for the cyclic lipopetide jagaricin.

Cyclic lipopeptides are substances with a high potential to act as antimicrobial agents. Jagaricin, produced by DSM 9628 and discovered in 2012, is a new member of this class with promising antifungal properties. However, further experiments to investigate future applications and/or conduct chemical derivatization to change properties and toxicity are impossible due to the limited access to jagaricin.

Standardized post-resuscitation damage assessment of two mechanical chest compression devices: a prospective randomized large animal trial.

Background: Mechanical chest compression devices are accepted alternatives for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) under specific circumstances. Current devices lack prospective and comparative data on their specific cardiovascular effects and potential for severe thoracic injuries.

Objectives: To compare CPR effectiveness and thoracic injuries of two mechanical chest compression devices in pigs.

Basal Levels of Salivary Alpha-Amylase Are Associated with Preference for Foods High in Sugar and Anthropometric Markers of Cardiovascular Risk.

Salivary alpha-amylase (sAA) influences the perception of taste and texture, features both relevant in acquiring food liking and, with time, food preference. However, no studies have yet investigated the relationship between basal activity levels of sAA and food preference. We collected saliva from 57 volunteers (63% women) who we assessed in terms of their preference for different food items.

Psychometric Properties of the German Translated Version and Adaptation of the Food Craving Inventory.

Dysfunctional eating behavior is a major risk factor for developing all sorts of eating disorders. Food craving is a concept that may help to understand better why and how these and other eating disorders become chronic conditions through non homeastatically-driven mechanisms. As obesity affects people worldwide, cultural differences must be acknowledged to apply proper therapeutic strategies.