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Beni-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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Chromatic symphony of fleshy fruits: functions, biosynthesis and metabolic engineering of bioactive compounds. [PDF]
Mol HorticFleshy fruits are popular among consumers due to their significant nutritional value, which includes essential bioactive compounds such as pigments, vitamins, and minerals.
Hu H, Pradhan N, Xiao J, Xia R, Liao P.
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EFFECT OF SOLVENT COMPOSITION ON THE EXTRACTION OF ANTHOCYANINS FROM BILBERRY FRUITS (Vaccinium myrtillus L.) [PDF]
Natural 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
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Biotechnological advances for improving natural pigment production: a state-of-the-art review
Bioresources 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
Cosmetics, 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
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Microorganisms, 2021 Microbial pigments play multiple roles in the ecosystem construction, survival, and fitness of all kinds of organisms. Considerably, microbial (bacteria, fungi, yeast, and microalgae) pigments offer a wide array of food, drug, colorants, dyes, and ...
Ramesh Chatragadda, Laurent Dufossé
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Assessment of the Use of Infrared Laser for Dynamic Laser Speckle (DLS) Technique
Agriculture, 2023 Dynamic laser speckle (DLS) analysis is a very sensitive technique to measure biological activity within samples. In agriculture, the technique is applied to monitor seed germination, but external light, water content, and pigments affect the ...
Ellem W. N. Contado +5 more
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Application of Red Cabbage Anthocyanins as pH-Sensitive Pigments in Smart Food Packaging and Sensors
Polymers, 2022 Anthocyanins are excellent antioxidant/antimicrobial agents as well as pH-sensitive indicators that provide new prospects to foster innovative smart packaging systems due to their ability to improve food shelf life and detect physicochemical and ...
Reza Abedi-Firoozjah +7 more
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Plant Flavonoids: Chemical Characteristics and Biological Activity
Molecules, 2021 In recent years, more attention has been paid to natural sources of antioxidants. Flavonoids are natural substances synthesized in several parts of plants that exhibit a high antioxidant capacity. They are a large family, presenting several classes based
M. C. Dias, D. Pinto, Artur M. S. Silva
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Grape Pomace Valorization by Extraction of Phenolic Polymeric Pigments: A Review
Processes, 2022 In recent years there has been a growing concern about environmental pollution linked to the generation of agroindustrial waste. The wine industry generates approximately 8.49 million tons of grape pomace per year worldwide; this residue can be used to ...
Lilisbet Castellanos-Gallo +7 more
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