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The present study aims to evaluate the antibacterial potential of syrups derived from the buds of indigenous Romanian conifers, specifically silver fir (Abies alba) and Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris). The research is motivated by the increasing clinical interest in natural bioactive compounds as viable alternatives or adjuncts to synthetic pharmaceutical agents. By utilizing traditional extraction methods on raw materials harvested from natural forest ecosystems, this work seeks to characterize the therapeutic and ...

Ornamental plants of the family Poaceae are becoming increasingly popular in modern landscape design due to their high ornamental value, ecological resilience, and adaptability to various soil and climatic conditions. The biological features of growth, habit formation, and methods of reproduction in different climatic conditions were studied. During 2023-25, research was initiated at the Kherson SAEU focusing on the cultivation of grass planting material via seed and vegetative propagation, specifically for Pennis...

The aim of this study was to analyze the impact of wheat sourdough product (powder form) on wheat flour dough rheological properties. Wheat sourdough (SD) was obtained from fermented wheat flour which allows bakers to obtain a healthier, nutritious, tastier and better flavor bread without high fermentation phases. The impact of SD (1-4%) on dough rheological properties have been analyzed using Mixolab according to the standard method ICC No. 173 and HAAKE MARS 40 rheometer (Termo-HAAKE, Karlsruhe, Germany) for osc...

Allium ursinum is a medicinal plant from the Alliaceae family is also used in gastronomy as a spice or the leaves can be eaten as such, in salads. For its possible use, our study aimed to determine whether, in various concentrations and at different action times, the extract of Allium ursinum has a cytotoxic effect by the standard Allium test. Concentrations of 25%, 50% and 100% of the extract obtained were tested for action times of 6 and 24 hours. For the extract, we used leaves harvested in April and subsequent...

Nowadays, the use of eco-friendly additives in drilling fluids to improve the rheological properties is widespread. This work aims to study the evaluation of rheological properties of drilling fluid suspensions contained Algerian Na-Bentonite and potato starch PS as viscosifier with different concentrations (0.6%, 1.2% and 2%) depending on the aging time. After the trials of aging, the possibility to ameliorate rheological properties of drilling fluid suspensions using an eco-friendly environment additive which is...

Optimizing protein digestibility in laying hens is essential for maximizing egg production, reducing feed costs, and minimizing nitrogen excretion into the environment. This abstract examines the physiological and dietary factors influencing the efficiency of protein utilization in modern high-production strains. Standard dietary protein sources, such as soybean meal, typically exhibit ileal digestibility coefficients between 0.80 and 0.90; however, these values are highly sensitive to the presence of anti-nutriti...

Oxidoreductase enzymes play a key role in modern biotechnology due to their high specificity and ability to catalyze redox processes under mild conditions. They are used in environmental monitoring, biosensor development, and fine organic synthesis. However, their practical use in their native form is limited by their low stability, sensitivity to environmental changes, and the inability to re-extract from the reaction mixture. Immobilizing enzymes on various carriers can solve these problems. Magnetic nanoparticl...

In recent years, growing consumer interest in traditional and minimally processed foods has encouraged the development of artisanal meat products with improved nutritional characteristics. Among these, pork pate remains a widely consumed product whose quality is strongly influenced by formulation and raw material selection. The sustainable use of animal-derived resources, including nutrient-rich organs, has gained increasing relevance in food production, as these materials are still insufficiently valorized, their...

This study describes the use of a soybean oil oleogel structured with beeswax (4-6% w/w) as a fat replacer in gluten-free millet flour-based muffins. The oleogel was incorporated into the muffin formulation by replacing 100% of the conventional fat. The dough rheology was analyzed to evaluate changes in viscoelastic behavior, and the muffins were evaluated for their sensory and textural profile. The results indicated that the oleogel maintained the desired dough rheology and produced muffins with acceptable textur...

Apple peels represent a significant source of bioactive compounds with potential health-promoting effects, including polyphenols, flavonoids, dietary fibers, vitamins, and essential minerals. Due to their high content of polyphenols and flavonoids, apple peels exhibit remarkable antioxidant activity, contributing to the development of functional foods and to the reduction of chronic disease risks such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and diabetes. The aim of this study was to evaluate the functional properties ...