Publications by authors named "M Bielecka"
Protein-enriched yogurts have become increasingly popular among consumers seeking to boost their daily protein intake. The incorporation of milk proteins and protein preparations in yogurt production not only enhances nutritional value but also improves texture, viscosity, and overall sensory properties-key factors that influence consumer acceptance. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the influence of casein and whey protein preparations on the physicochemical properties, viability of lactic acid bacteria, and sensory attributes of yogurts.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe present study was undertaken to investigate the impact of curdlan and buttermilk addition on the physicochemical and sensory attributes of processed cheeses (PCs), thereby elucidating their potential utility in culinary applications. Comprehensive analyses were conducted to assess the chemical composition, textural and rheological properties, microstructural features, and sensory characteristics of PCs. The findings indicate that the addition of curdlan notably decreased both the hardness and stickiness of cheeses but also significantly reduced their meltability.
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- Tanshinones are bioactive red pigments found in Danshen, a key herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine, but their biosynthetic pathway is only partially understood.
- Recent studies reveal significant differences in the diterpenoid profiles of different Salvia species, indicating a complex genetic relationship.
- A combination of Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and RNA sequencing was used to examine the leaves and roots of two Salvia species, leading to the identification of thousands of transcripts and key gene families involved in the biosynthesis of tanshinones.
Trained immunity is a long-term memory of innate immune cells, generating an improved response upon reinfection. is an important human pathogen and inflammatory paradigm for which there is no effective vaccine. Using zebrafish larvae, we demonstrate that after training, neutrophils are more efficient at bacterial clearance.
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- Septins are GTP-binding proteins essential for cell division and defense against Shigella infection, yet the specific functions of individual septins within their complexes remain unclear.
- The study focuses on zebrafish, which have 19 septin genes, and specifically investigates the roles of Sept6 and Sept15 through null mutants, finding these mutants viable despite mutations.
- The research confirms that while Sept6 and Sept15 do not affect the expression of other septins, they are necessary for effective host defense against Shigella infection, supporting zebrafish as a valuable model for studying septin function.