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Recent Advances in Characterization of Melanin Pigments in Biological Samples

open access: yesInternational Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2023
The melanin pigments eumelanin (EM) and pheomelanin (PM), which are dark brown to black and yellow to reddish-brown, respectively, are widely found among vertebrates.
K. Wakamatsu, S. Ito
semanticscholar   +3 more sources

Advances in biomanufacturing and recent biological applications of the fundamental bacterial carotenoids: a comprehensive review [PDF]

open access: yesMicrobial Cell Factories
Many research teams have prioritized the investigation of the biotechnological production of carotenoids in the last few decades due to their multipurpose application.
Khaled B. Al-Monofy   +4 more
doaj   +2 more sources

Marine bacterium Seonamhaeicola algicola strain CC1 as a potential source for the antioxidant carotenoid, zeaxanthin

open access: yesIlmu Kelautan, 2021
Currently, there are only six species in the genus Seonamhaeicola, i.e., Seonamhaeicola aphaedonensis, S. algicola, S. marinus, S. acroporae, S. maritimus, and S. sediminis. These bacteria have typical yellow or orange color. Among the identified strains,
Tatas Hardo Panintingjati Brotosudarmo   +3 more
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Curcumin-polyvinyl alcohol nano-composite enhances tolerance of Helianthus annuus L. against salinity stress

open access: yesBeni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 2023
Background Nanotechnology is a promising technology in many fields including agriculture. So, this investigation aimed to study effect of curcumin (CUR) with polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) nano-compositeat 0, 20, 40 and 60 mg L−1 on physiochemical attributes of
Faten S. Zaki   +4 more
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A Review of the Chemistry and Biological Activities of Natural Colorants, Dyes, and Pigments: Challenges, and Opportunities for Food, Cosmetics, and Pharmaceutical Application

open access: yesChemistry and Biodiversity, 2023
Natural pigments are important sources for the screening of bioactive lead compounds. This article reviewed the chemistry and therapeutic potentials of over 570 colored molecules from plants, fungi, bacteria, insects, algae, and marine sources. Moreover,
Ardalan Pasdaran   +3 more
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Distribution, Antioxidant Capacity, Bioavailability and Biological Properties of Anthocyanin Pigments in Blood Oranges and Other Citrus Species

open access: yesMolecules, 2022
Anthocyanins are natural pigments that give a red, purple, and blue color to many plant, flower, fruit, and vegetable species. Their presence within the genus Citrus was first reported in 1916, and it is well-known that the red color of the flesh and ...
P. Rapisarda   +4 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Biotechnological advances for improving natural pigment production: a state-of-the-art review

open access: yesBioresources and Bioprocessing, 2022
In current years, natural pigments are facing a fast-growing global market due to the increase of people’s awareness of health and the discovery of novel pharmacological effects of various natural pigments, e.g., carotenoids, flavonoids, and curcuminoids.
Xiaomei Lyu   +5 more
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Biopigments of Microbial Origin and Their Application in the Cosmetic Industry

open access: yesCosmetics, 2023
Along with serving as a source of color, many microbial pigments have gained attention as interesting bioactive molecules with potential health advantages.
Manal Jameel Kiki
doaj   +1 more source

EFFECT OF SOLVENT COMPOSITION ON THE EXTRACTION OF ANTHOCYANINS FROM BILBERRY FRUITS (Vaccinium myrtillus L.) [PDF]

open access: yesNatural Resources and Sustainable Development, 2021
Anthocyanins are the pigments responsible for the color of bilberry fruits (Vaccinium myrtillus L.). The biological effects of these pigments include the antioxidant activity, and from this point of view anthocyanin-rich fruits or extracts are ...
Memete Adriana Ramona   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Micrococcus lylae MW407006 Pigment: Production, Optimization, Nano-Pigment Synthesis, and Biological Activities

open access: yesBiology, 2022
Bacterial pigments (e.g., melanin and carotenoids) are considered to be among the most important secondary metabolites due to their various pharmacological activities against cancer and microbial resistance. Different pigmented bacterial strains were isolated from soil samples from El Mahmoudiyah governance and screened for their antimicrobial activity.
Yahya H. Shahin   +3 more
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