Publications by authors named "Michele Amendoeira Giaconia"

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  • * Recent research has focused on maintaining the properties of these bioactive compounds, with nanotechnology emerging as a promising solution.
  • * The study involved creating nanofibers from fermented jussara pulp using polyethylene oxide, resulting in fibers with a diameter of 101.2 ± 26.2 nm, while also showing that fermentation can preserve or boost the antioxidant activity of anthocyanins.
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The blackberry fruit (Rubus spp.) presents an attractive color ranging from purple red to blue, due to the high content of bioactive compounds, such as anthocyanins. Bioactive compounds have antioxidant properties, acting as free radical scavengers and are also frequently linked to the prevention of cardiovascular and other chronic diseases.

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