Production of β-Glucans from <i>Rhizopus oryzae</i> M10A1 by Optimizing Culture Conditions Using Liquid Potato Starch Waste. [PDF]
Polymers (Basel)Anchundia M +3 more
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Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, Volume 25, Issue 4, July 2026.ABSTRACT A global shift from diets rich in animal‐based products toward plant‐based diets has been widely promoted as a key strategy for creating more sustainable food systems. However, the adoption of plant‐based alternatives depends on multiple factors, including consumer preferences, sensory quality, product affordability, and availability, in ...
Yan Xu, Ndegwa Henry Maina, Yaqin Wang
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The Effect of β-Glucans from Oats and Yeasts on the Dynamics of Ice Crystal Growth in Acidophilic Ice Cream Based on Liquid Hydrolyzed Whey Concentrate. [PDF]
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Transmission electron microscopy characterisation of Spirulina bioplastics
Journal of Microscopy, Volume 303, Issue 1, Page 101-119, July 2026.Abstract Plastic pollution is impacting global ecosystem health. Bioplastics made from unprocessed biomass, including whole or fragmented tissues, are one potential solution. They are biodegradable and exhibit competitive mechanical performance. Seaweed and microalgae have gained popularity over the last decade as bioplastic feedstocks due to their ...
Sourena Azidhak +4 more
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Characterization of the Immune-Modulating Properties of Different β-Glucans on Myeloid Dendritic Cells. [PDF]
Int J Mol SciRainer H +11 more
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Tolerance to Phosphorus Deficiency Improves Seed Phytic Acid‐to‐Iron Molar Ratios in Common Bean
Plant, Cell &Environment, Volume 49, Issue 7, Page 4152-4165, July 2026.ABSTRACT Although significant advances have been achieved in the biofortification of common beans to overcome deficiencies in Zinc (Zn) and iron (Fe), the mechanisms involved remain poorly understood. We thus explored the relationships between phosphorus nutrition and Zn and Fe accumulation in four bean genotypes (Edar, Nizok, Colorado and Chimbolos ...
Barbara Karpinska, Christine H. Foyer
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Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Volume 143, Issue 21, June 5, 2026.This study demonstrates the thermal expansion behavior of curdlan tripropionate films using thermal mechanical analysis and synchrotron WAXD. Both amorphous and crystalline films show characteristic expansion near the glass transition, providing structural insights for designing heat‐resistant polysaccharide‐based plastics.
Taizo Kabe, Tadahisa Iwata
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Harnessing Fungal Biowelding for Constructing Mycelium‐Engineered Materials
Advanced Engineering Materials, Volume 28, Issue 11, 3 June 2026.Mycelium‐bound composites (MBCs) offer low‐carbon alternatives for construction, yet interfacial bonding remains a critical challenge. This review examines fungal biowelding as a biocompatible adhesive, elucidating mycelium‐mediated interfacial mechanisms and their role in material assembly. Strategies to optimize biowelding are discussed, highlighting
Xue Brenda Bai +2 more
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Fungal β-Glucans Shape Innate Immune Responses in Human Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells (PBMCs): An In Vitro Study on PRR Regulation, Cytokine Expression, and Oxidative Balance. [PDF]
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Oil‐Coated Nanoplastics Induce Rapid Membrane Disruption and Severe Intestinal Injury
Advanced Science, Volume 13, Issue 31, 4 June 2026.Oil‐rich food contact dramatically amplifies MNP release from plastic takeout containers, producing oil‐coated nanoplastics with altered surface properties and rapid membrane‐disruptive effects. These particles cause severe intestinal barrier damage and immune dysfunction in mice, and risk modeling suggests that long‐term gastrointestinal burdens may ...
Ruwen Xie +17 more
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