Publications by authors named "Y Y Chow"
A key factor influencing consumer acceptance of soybean products is the aroma and taste profile, which can be modulated through fermentation using unique microbial strains. This study aimed to identify and characterize novel microbial strains with the potential to enhance flavour profiles including umami, while reducing undesirable flavour notes such as beany aromas. The results showed an 800% (8-fold) increase in free amino acids in samples fermented with , which correlated with an increase in umami intensity as measured using an E-tongue.
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- This study analyzed the effects of botulinum toxin-A on upper limb issues in chronic stroke survivors, focusing on those with significant spasticity.
- The research involved 71 stroke survivors and measured changes in various outcomes, including upper limb activity, spasticity, and grip strength, before and three months after treatment.
- Results showed no significant improvement in any of the measured outcomes, indicating that botulinum toxin-A may not be beneficial for improving upper limb function in this patient group with severe activity limitations.
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- A study investigated the global prevalence of Long Covid symptoms in individuals from high-income countries (HICs) and low- to middle-income countries (LMICs), since most previous research focused on HICs.
- The research involved 11,860 participants from 17 countries, examining symptoms like fatigue, breathlessness, and their impact on daily life at various time points after hospitalization.
- Findings revealed a significantly higher proportion of Long Covid cases and associated symptoms in HICs compared to LMICs, suggesting that while LMICs have lower reported rates, the overall impact of Long Covid might still be significant due to healthcare disparities.
Chitin is a major component of various wastes such as crustacean shells, filamentous fungi, and insects. Recently, food-safe biological and chemical processes converting chitin to glucosamine have been developed. Here, we studied microalgae that can uptake glucosamine as vital carbon and nitrogen sources for valuable alternative protein biomass.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAntioxidant peptides derived from aquatic organisms have attracted tremendous research interest due to their potential applications in human health. Tilapia is one of the most widely farmed aquaculture species globally. The current understanding of tilapia-derived antioxidant peptides is gradually expanding.
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