The use of NARX neural network for modeling of adsorption of zinc ions using activated almond shell as a potential biosorbent.
In this study, nonlinear autoregressive model processes with exogenous input (NARX) are applied for the prediction of percentage adsorption efficiency for the removal of zinc ions from wastewater by activated almond shell. The effect of operational parameters such as pH, dosage, particle size and initial metal ions concentration are studied to optimize the conditions for […]
Patulin & ergosterol: New quality parameters together with aflatoxins in hazelnuts
Hazelnuts of three different categories, mouldy, hidden mould and sound (undamaged), were investigated for their contents of aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1 and G2), patulin, and ergosterol. Samples were obtained from five hazelnut processing plants located in a major hazelnut producing area in the Black Sea region in Turkey. All aflatoxins, patulin and ergosterol were determined […]
Colour, phenolic content and antioxidant capacity of some fruits dehydrated by a combination of different methods.
The objective of this study was to improve product quality of dehydrated fruits (apple, pear, papaya, mango) using combined drying techniques. This involved investigation of bioactivity, colour, and sensory assessment on colour of the dried products as well as the retention of the bio-active ingredients. The attributes of quality were compared in regard to the […]
Mechanical, barrier and morphological properties of pea starch and peanut protein isolate blend films
Mechanical, barrier and morphological properties of edible films based on blends of Pea starch (PS) and Peanut protein isolate (PPI) plasticized with glycerol (30%, w/w) were investigated. As PPI ratio in PS/PPI blends increased, the thickness of films decreased, the opacity slightly elevated and color intensified. The addition of PPI to the PS film significantly […]
Monoclonal antibody-quantum dots CdTe conjugate-based fluoroimmunoassay for the determination of aflatoxin B1 in peanuts
A fluoroimmunoassay towards aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) was presented using quantum dots as the fluorescent label. The CdTe QDs were successfully linked to the monoclonal antibody against AFB1. Based on the conjugated complexes, a novel direct competitive fluorescence-linked immunosorbent assay (cFLISA) was developed for AFB1 detection. The 50% inhibition value (IC50) of the cFLISA was 0.149 […]
Removal of aflatoxin B1 in edible plant oils by oscillating treatment with alkaline electrolysed water
Alkaline electrolysed water (AlEW) with different pHs was produced by an electrolysed water generator through adjusting the electric current and voltage. The produced AlEW had a pH above 10, and a low oxidation–reduction potential (ORP) of less than −560 mV. In the current study, the effectiveness of AlEW on decontamination of aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) in […]
Effects of various sulphuring methods and storage temperatures on the physical and chemical quality of dried apricots
The effects of different sulphuring methods, i.e. sulphuring by "burning the elemental sulphites (BES)," "SO2 gas from liquified SO2 tank (SG)" and "dipping into sodium metabisulphite solution (DSM)" on the colour (brown colour formation and carotenoid degradation) and the loss of SO2 in apricots from Hacıhaliloğlu and Kabaaşı varieties stored at 5, 20 and 30 […]
Mycobiota, aflatoxins and cyclopiazonic acid in stored peanut cultivars
This study evaluated the presence of fungi and mycotoxins [aflatoxins (AFs), cyclopiazonic acid (CPA), and aspergillic acid] in stored samples of peanut of cultivars Runner IAC Caiapó and cultivar Runner IAC 886 during 6 months. A total of 70 pod and 70 kernel samples were directly seeding onto Aspergillus flavus and parasiticus agar for fungi […]
Polyphasic approach to the identification of Aspergillus section Flavi isolated from Brazil nuts
The aim of this study was to use a polyphasic approach to identify Aspergillus section Flavi isolated from Brazil nuts collected in the Amazon forest: investigation of macro- and microscopic morphology, production of extrolites, heat-resistance fungi, and sequencing of DNA regions. The following Aspergillus section Flavi species were identified: Aspergillus flavus (75.5%), Aspergillus nomius (22.3%), […]
Valorization of date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) fruit processing by-products and wastes using bioprocess technology – Review
The date palm Phoenix dactylifera has played an important role in the day-to-day life of the people for the last 7000 years. Today worldwide production, utilization and industrialization of dates are continuously increasing since date fruits have earned great importance in human nutrition owing to their rich content of essential nutrients. Tons of date palm […]