LumaCam: a novel class of position-sensitive event mode particle detectors using scintillator screens.

A new type of position-sensitive detectors is gaining attention in the neutron community. They are scintillator based detectors that detect the scintillation light on an individual photon basis via an image intensifier and a fast image sensor. Their readout operates in event mode i.

Energy-resolved fast-neutron radiography using an event-mode neutron imaging detector.

Energy-resolved fast-neutron radiography is a powerful non-destructive technique that can be used to remotely measure the quantity and distribution of elements and isotopes in a sample. This is done by comparing the energy-dependent neutron transmission of a sample with the known cross-sections of individual isotopes. The reconstruction of the composition is possible due to the unique features (e.

Turmeric products: Evaluation of curcumin and trace elements.

Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) is valued for its coloring properties, flavor enhancement, functionality, as well as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, which help prevent various diseases. This study aimed to evaluate the levels of curcumin and trace elements (Cr, Co, Ni, As, Mo, Cd, Sb, Ba, Hg, and Pb) in 30 samples of turmeric capsules.

Comprehensive analysis of Amazonian oil and fats with different fatty composition: Murumuru fat (Astrocaryum murumuru), cupuassu fat (Theobroma grandiflorum), and pracaxi oil (Pentaclethera macroloba).

Amazon is the largest Brazilian biome and has a vast diversity of oilseed species. This work highlighted three of its natural riches, the murumuru (Astrocaryum murumuru) fat, cupuassu (Theobroma grandiflorum) fat, and pracaxi (Pentaclethera macroloba) oil obtained from the seeds of the fruits of these species. It was aimed at a comprehensive evaluation of the chemical and physicochemical properties of these Amazonian products, deepening the knowledge on their quality parameters for products and processes design.

Selenium micro-encapsulation: Innovative strategies for supplementing plant-based beverages.

Selenium (Se) is an essential micronutrient for humans, and one of the new strategies to increase its intake is to fortify foodstuff with Se-bioaccessible species. This study aimed to produce Se-microparticles (selenate, selenite and Se-organic) using combined methods of microencapsulation; fortify commercial plant-based beverages (PBBs); evaluate the stability of microparticles; and estimate the bioaccessibility of Se and its contribution to the Recommended Daily Intake (RDA). Samples and bioaccessible fractions were submitted to acid digestion and Se levels (total and bioaccessible) were quantified by ICP-MS.