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Peruvian Journal of Agronomy, 2020 The aim of this study was to characterize and identify groups of achiote (Bixa orellana L.) with characteristics related to increased yield and bixin content.
Juan Nolasco-Chumpitaz +3 more
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Chemistry &Biodiversity, Volume 22, Issue 10, October 2025.ABSTRACT Yeasts belonging to the genus Rhodotorula are capable of synthesizing carotenoids, such as β‐carotene, γ‐carotene, torulene, torularodine, and astaxanthin. These carotenoids have been shown to offer health benefits to humans, such as immune system strengthening and a reduced risk of chronic degenerative diseases.
David Cristian Rodrigues Lucas +1 more
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The Domestication of Annatto (Bixa orellana) from Bixa urucurana in Amazonia
, 2015 Annatto (Bixa orellana) is an important colorant domesticated in theNeotropics, although it is not clear where or from which wild populations. We reviewed the available biological, archaeological, and ethnographic information about annatto, and ...
Moreira, Priscila Ambrósio +9 more
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Coloured polyhydroxyalkanoates: A review
Coloration Technology, Volume 141, Issue 5, Page 603-620, October 2025.Abstract Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) are a class of biopolymers produced by various microorganisms, with poly(3‐hydroxybutyrate) being the most extensively studied. PHAs are widely studied as substitutes for conventional plastics due to their similar physicochemical properties. However, the production cost of PHAs remains high.
Maria Luiza de Oliveira Zanini +3 more
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, 2014 OBJECTIVE: Bixa orellana (annatto) is a natural pigment and food colorant that has been used for a variety of therapeutic purposes. It has been suggested that annatto could have the property of reducing blood glucose levels.
Anjos,Felipe Silveira dos +3 more
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Majallah-i ̒Ilmī-i Shīlāt-i Īrān, 2019 In this study, rainbow trout diet was supplemented with different levels of annatto (Bixa orellana) seed powder and then some blood parameters (i.e. red and white blood cells count, hemoglobin concentration and hematocrit percentage), growth performance ...
F. Heidari; S.P. Hosseini Shekarabi; M. Shamsaie Mehrgan
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Biomolecules, 2019 Protective action by annatto-derived delta-tocotrienol (δ-TCT) and soy-derived alpha-tocopherol (α-TOC) through the regulation of the PI3K/Akt-cyclin D1 pathway against nicotine-induced DNA damage is the focus of the present study.
Siti Syairah Mohd Mutalip +3 more
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Legume Science, Volume 7, Issue 3, September 2025.ABSTRACT Encapsulation involves forming a thin layer around the core material to separate it from the surrounding environment physically. It is widely used in various industries to provide protection core materials, manipulate release properties, mask undesired sensory properties, immobilize compounds, and to construct a structure to hold the material.
Demet Sonmezler +2 more
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In vitro scavenging capacity of annatto seed extracts against reactive oxygen and nitrogen species.
, 2015 Bixa orellana L. (annatto), from Bixaceae family, is a native plant of tropical America, which accumulates several carotenoids (including bixin and norbixin), terpenoids, tocotrienols and flavonoids with potential antioxidant activity.
Gomes, Ana +5 more
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A Test for Annatto in Fats and Oils. [PDF]
Journal of Industrial & Engineering Chemistry, 1921 n ...
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