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Research paper thumbnail of Cobalamin Supplementation during In Vitro Maturation Improves Developmental Competence of Porcine Oocytes

발생공학 국제심포지엄 및 학술대회, Oct 1, 2017

Pregnancies obtained by Assisted Reproductive Technologies are at higher risk of miscarriage than... more Pregnancies obtained by Assisted Reproductive Technologies are at higher risk of miscarriage than those obtained naturally. Previously, we reported impaired placental vascular development of in vitro produced (IVP) sheep embryos and defective DNA methylation in the placentae of those embryos. One reason behind these observed defects may be an impaired One Carbon Metabolism (OCM) The present study was performed to test the hypothesis that Cobalamin (Vitamin B12, an important OCM co-factor) supplementation during IVM corrects DNA methylation of IVP embryos and, consequently, ameliorates placental vasculogenesis. To this aim, embryos derived from oocytes matured with Cobalamin (B12 group) or without (negative control group,-CTR) were transferred to synchronized recipient sheep. At day 20 of pregnancy, collected embryos were morphologically evaluated while placentae were subjected to qPCR and histological analysis. The positive control group (+CTR) consisted of conceptuses obtained from naturally mated sheep. Results showed an increased fertilization rate in the B12 group vs-CTR (69.56% vs 57.91% respectively, P = 0.006) not associated with quantitative improvement in blastocyst and/or implantation rate (44.32% vs 36.67% respectively, P > 0.05). Moreover, Cobalamin supplementation during oocyte IVM ameliorated resulting conceptuses quality, in terms of placental vascularization (vessels' maturity and vasculogenetic factors' expression). The expression of DNA methyltransferases (DNMT1, DNMT3A and DNMT3B) was also improved in placentae from the B12 group. In conclusion, Cobalamin supplementation during oocyte IVM improves IVP embryo quality. These results suggest that Cobalamin should be included in standard IVM media.

Research paper thumbnail of Pernicious Attitude of Microbial Biofilms in Agri-Farm Industries: Acquisitions and Challenges of Existing Antibiofilm Approaches

Microorganisms

Biofilm is a complex matrix made up of extracellular polysaccharides, DNA, and proteins that prot... more Biofilm is a complex matrix made up of extracellular polysaccharides, DNA, and proteins that protect bacteria against physical, chemical, and biological stresses and allow them to survive in harsh environments. Safe and healthy foods are mandatory for saving lives. However, foods can be contaminated by pathogenic microorganisms at any stage from farm to fork. The contaminated foods allow pathogenic microorganisms to form biofilms and convert the foods into stigmatized poison for consumers. Biofilm formation by pathogenic microorganisms in agri-farm industries is still poorly understood and intricate to control. In biofilms, pathogenic bacteria are dwelling in a complex manner and share their genetic and physicochemical properties making them resistant to common antimicrobial agents. Therefore, finding the appropriate antibiofilm approaches is necessary to inhibit and eradicate the mature biofilms from foods and food processing surfaces. Advanced studies have already established seve...

Research paper thumbnail of Inhibition of Listeria monocytogenes Cocktail Culture Biofilms on Crab and Shrimp Coupons and the Expression of Biofilm-Related Genes

Antibiotics, Jun 4, 2023

This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative... more This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY

Research paper thumbnail of Application of High-Pressure Processing (or High Hydrostatic Pressure) for the Inactivation of Human Norovirus in Korean Traditionally Preserved Raw Crab

Viruses

Human norovirus (HuNoV) is a common cause of outbreaks linked to food. In this study, the effecti... more Human norovirus (HuNoV) is a common cause of outbreaks linked to food. In this study, the effectiveness of a non-thermal method known as high-pressure processing (HPP) on the viable reduction of an HuNoV GII.4 strain on raw crabs was evaluated at three different pressures (200, 400, and 600 MPa). HuNoV viability in raw crabs was investigated by using propidium monoazide/sarkosyl (PMA) as a nucleic acid intercalating dye prior to performing a real-time reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR). The effect of the HPP exposure on pH, sensory, and Hunter colors were also assessed. HuNoV was reduced in raw crabs compared with control to HPP (0.15–1.91 log) in non-PMA and (0.67–2.23 log) in PMA. HuNoV genomic titer reduction was <2 log copy number/µL) when HPP was treated for 5 min without PMA pretreatment, but it was reduced to >2 log copy number/µL after PMA. The pH and Hunter colors of the untreated and HPP-treated raw crabs were significantly different (p < 0....

Research paper thumbnail of Inhibitory effects of vorinostat (SAHA) against food-borne pathogen <i>Salmonella enterica</i> serotype Kentucky mixed culture biofilm with virulence and quorum-sensing relative expression

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma against Listeria monocytogenes Mixed-Culture Biofilms on Food-Contact Surfaces

Antibiotics, Mar 19, 2023

This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative... more This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY

Research paper thumbnail of Advances in plant-based green synthesis of nanoparticles

Journal of multidisciplinary sciences (Online), Dec 10, 2022

Important routes for the synthesis of nanoparticles include physical and chemical processes, whic... more Important routes for the synthesis of nanoparticles include physical and chemical processes, which are typically costly and potentially dangerous to the environment. The assessment of eco-friendly chemistry or biological strategies for producing nanoparticles from plant extracts has attracted the interest of a large number of scientists in recent years. Before establishing a generally accepted method, researchers must investigate the plant-assisted synthesis of nanoparticles and their effects. It is gaining popularity because of its ability to facilitate the creation of alternative, safer, less toxic, sustainable, and environmentally friendly methods. The synthesis of novel nanoparticles with the necessary properties is mandatory for the development of cosmetics, biomedicine, biosensors, nano-biotechnology, and other applications involving antibacterial, catalytic, electronic, electrochemical, and sensing processes. Environmental and biological fields have numerous possible uses for the green synthesis of nanoparticles. It attempts specifically to decrease the use of harmful chemicals. Typically, employing biological resources, such as plants, is harmless. Also found in plants are reducing and capping agents. Here, we discuss the advancement of green synthesis of nanoparticles, the most current applications, and future perspectives.

Research paper thumbnail of Challenges and opportunities of non-conventional technologies concerning food safety

World's Poultry Science Journal

Research paper thumbnail of Role of antioxidants in fertility preservation of sperm: A narrative review

Animal Bioscience, Nov 14, 2022

Male fertility is affected by multiple endogenous stressors, including reactive oxygen species (R... more Male fertility is affected by multiple endogenous stressors, including reactive oxygen species (ROS), which greatly deteriorate the fertility. However, physiological levels of ROS are required by sperm for the proper accomplishment of different cellular functions including proliferation, maturation, capacitation, acrosomal reaction, and fertilization. Excessive ROS production creates an imbalance between ROS production and neutralization resulting in oxidative stress (OS). OS causes male infertility by impairing sperm functions including reduced motility, deoxyribonucleic acid damage, morphological defects, and enhanced apoptosis. Several in-vivo and in-vitro studies have reported improve ment in qualityrelated parameters of sperm following the use of different natural and synthetic antioxidants. In this review, we focus on the causes of OS, ROS production sources, mechanisms responsible for sperm damage, and the role of antioxidants in preserving sperm fertility.

Research paper thumbnail of Pernicious Attitude of Microbial Biofilms in Agri-Farm Industries: Acquisitions and Challenges of Existing Antibiofilm Approaches

Microorganisms

Biofilm is a complex matrix made up of extracellular polysaccharides, DNA, and proteins that prot... more Biofilm is a complex matrix made up of extracellular polysaccharides, DNA, and proteins that protect bacteria against physical, chemical, and biological stresses and allow them to survive in harsh environments. Safe and healthy foods are mandatory for saving lives. However, foods can be contaminated by pathogenic microorganisms at any stage from farm to fork. The contaminated foods allow pathogenic microorganisms to form biofilms and convert the foods into stigmatized poison for consumers. Biofilm formation by pathogenic microorganisms in agri-farm industries is still poorly understood and intricate to control. In biofilms, pathogenic bacteria are dwelling in a complex manner and share their genetic and physicochemical properties making them resistant to common antimicrobial agents. Therefore, finding the appropriate antibiofilm approaches is necessary to inhibit and eradicate the mature biofilms from foods and food processing surfaces. Advanced studies have already established seve...

Research paper thumbnail of Effects of dietary intake behavior, food supply, nutrition, and health during the COVID-19 outbreak

Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, which began in 2019, has far-reaching ramificat... more The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, which began in 2019, has far-reaching ramifications, including economic losses and health challenges that still affect various parts of the world. During our review, we learned that the entire world is working to stop the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak. We explore ways that may lower the danger of SARS-CoV-2 contamination and useful strategies to avoid the possibility of SARS-CoV-2 spreading through food. While hygienic protocols are required in the food supply sector, cleaning, disinfection, and the avoidance of cross-contamination across food categories and other related goods at different stages of the manufacturing process remain especially important because the virus can survive for long periods of time on inert materials such as food packaging. Furthermore, personal hygiene (regular washing and disinfection), wearing gloves and using masks, garments, and footwear dedicated to maintaining hygiene provide on-site safety for fo...

Research paper thumbnail of Advances in plant-based green synthesis of nanoparticles

Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences (e-ISSN: 2671-5449), 2022

Important routes for the synthesis of nanoparticles include physical and chemical processes, whic... more Important routes for the synthesis of nanoparticles include physical and chemical processes, which are typically costly and potentially dangerous to the environment. The assessment of eco-friendly chemistry or biological strategies for producing nanoparticles from plant extracts has attracted the interest of a large number of scientists in recent years. Before establishing a generally accepted method, researchers must investigate the plant-assisted synthesis of nanoparticles and their effects. It is gaining popularity because of its ability to facilitate the creation of alternative, safer, less toxic, sustainable, and environmentally friendly methods. The synthesis of novel nanoparticles with the necessary properties is mandatory for the development of cosmetics, biomedicine, biosensors, nano-biotechnology, and other applications involving antibacterial, catalytic, electronic, electrochemical, and sensing processes. Environmental and biological fields have numerous possible uses for the green synthesis of nanoparticles. It attempts specifically to decrease the use of harmful chemicals. Typically, employing biological resources, such as plants, is harmless. Also found in plants are reducing and capping agents. Here, we discuss the advancement of green synthesis of nanoparticles, the most current applications, and future perspectives.

Research paper thumbnail of Effects of nonthermal dielectric barrier discharge plasma against Listeria monocytogenes and quality of smoked salmon fillets

Research paper thumbnail of Antibiofilm Efficacy of Quercetin against Vibrio parahaemolyticus Biofilm on Food-Contact Surfaces in the Food Industry

Microorganisms

Vibrio parahaemolyticus, one of the most common foodborne pathogenic bacteria that forms biofilms... more Vibrio parahaemolyticus, one of the most common foodborne pathogenic bacteria that forms biofilms, is a persistent source of concern for the food industry. The food production chain employs a variety of methods to control biofilms, although none are completely successful. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of quercetin as a food additive in reducing V. parahaemolyticus biofilm formation on stainless-steel coupons (SS) and hand gloves (HG) as well as testing its antimicrobial activities. With a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 220 µg/mL, the tested quercetin exhibited the lowest bactericidal action without visible growth. In contrast, during various experiments in this work, the inhibitory efficacy of quercetin at sub-MICs levels (1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 MIC) against V. parahaemolyticus was examined. Control group was not added with quercetin. With increasing quercetin concentration, swarming and swimming motility, biofilm formation, and expression levels of target gene...

Research paper thumbnail of Antimicrobial Efficacy of Quercetin against Vibrio parahaemolyticus Biofilm on Food Surfaces and Downregulation of Virulence Genes

Polymers

For the seafood industry, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, one of the most prevalent food-borne pathogeni... more For the seafood industry, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, one of the most prevalent food-borne pathogenic bacteria that forms biofilms, is a constant cause of concern. There are numerous techniques used throughout the food supply chain to manage biofilms, but none are entirely effective. Through assessing its antioxidant and antibacterial properties, quercetin will be evaluated for its ability to prevent the growth of V. parahaemolyticus biofilm on shrimp and crab shell surfaces. With a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 220 µg/mL, the tested quercetin exhibited the lowest bactericidal action without visible growth of bacteria. In contrast, during various experiments in this work, the inhibitory efficacy of quercetin without (control) and with sub-MICs levels (1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 MIC) against V. parahaemolyticus was examined. With increasing quercetin concentration, swarming and swimming motility, biofilm formation, and expression levels of related genes linked to flagella motility (f...

Research paper thumbnail of The Inhibitory Effect of Quercetin on Biofilm Formation of Listeria monocytogenes Mixed Culture and Repression of Virulence

Antioxidants

Listeria monocytogenes is the species of foodborne pathogenic bacteria that causes the infection ... more Listeria monocytogenes is the species of foodborne pathogenic bacteria that causes the infection listeriosis. The food production chain employs various methods to control biofilms, although none are completely successful. This study evaluates the effectiveness of quercetin as a food additive in reducing L. monocytogenes mixed cultures (ATCC19113, ATCC19117, and ATCC15313) biofilm formation on stainless steel (SS), silicon rubber (SR), and hand glove (HG) coupons, as well as tests its antimicrobial activities. With a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 250 µg/mL, the tested quercetin exhibited the lowest bactericidal action with no visible bacterial growth. In contrast, during various experiments in this work, the inhibitory efficacy of quercetin at sub-MICs levels (1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 MIC) against L. monocytogenes was examined. A control group was not added with quercetin. The current study also investigates the effect of quercetin on the expression of different genes engaged in...

Research paper thumbnail of Antibiofilm efficacy of Leuconostoc mesenteroides J.27-derived postbiotic and food-grade essential oils against Vibrio parahaemolyticus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Escherichia coli alone and in combination, and their application as a green preservative in the seafood industry

Food Research International, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Design for Manufacturing a Structured Approach

Research paper thumbnail of Antibiofilm effects of quercetin against Salmonella enterica biofilm formation and virulence, stress response, and quorum-sensing gene expression

Research paper thumbnail of Viability of Salmonella Typhimurium biofilms on major food-contact surfaces and eggshell treated during 35 days with and without water storage at room temperature

Poultry Science, 2020

Salmonella is one of the main foodborne pathogens that affect humans and farm animals. The Salmon... more Salmonella is one of the main foodborne pathogens that affect humans and farm animals. The Salmonella genus comprises a group of food-transmitted pathogens that cause highly prevalent foodborne diseases throughout the world. The aim of this study was to appraise the viability of Salmonella Typhimurium biofilm under water treatment at room temperature on different surfaces, specifically stainless steel (SS), plastic (PLA), rubber (RB), and eggshell (ES). After 35 D, the reduction of biofilm on SS, PLA, RB, and ES was 3.35, 3.57, 3.22, and 2.55 log CFU/coupon without water treatment and 4.31, 4.49, 3.50, and 1.49 log CFU/coupon with water treatment, respectively. The d R value (time required to reduce bacterial biofilm by 99% via Weibull modeling) of S. Typhimurium without and with water treatment was the lowest on PLA (176.86 and 112.17 h, respectively) and the highest on ES (485.37 and 2,436.52 h, respectively). The viability of the S. Typhimurium on ES and the 3 foodcontact surfaces was monitored for 5 wk (35 D). The results of this study provide valuable information for the control of S. Typhimurium on different surfaces in the food industry, which could reduce the risk to consumers.

Research paper thumbnail of Cobalamin Supplementation during In Vitro Maturation Improves Developmental Competence of Porcine Oocytes

발생공학 국제심포지엄 및 학술대회, Oct 1, 2017

Pregnancies obtained by Assisted Reproductive Technologies are at higher risk of miscarriage than... more Pregnancies obtained by Assisted Reproductive Technologies are at higher risk of miscarriage than those obtained naturally. Previously, we reported impaired placental vascular development of in vitro produced (IVP) sheep embryos and defective DNA methylation in the placentae of those embryos. One reason behind these observed defects may be an impaired One Carbon Metabolism (OCM) The present study was performed to test the hypothesis that Cobalamin (Vitamin B12, an important OCM co-factor) supplementation during IVM corrects DNA methylation of IVP embryos and, consequently, ameliorates placental vasculogenesis. To this aim, embryos derived from oocytes matured with Cobalamin (B12 group) or without (negative control group,-CTR) were transferred to synchronized recipient sheep. At day 20 of pregnancy, collected embryos were morphologically evaluated while placentae were subjected to qPCR and histological analysis. The positive control group (+CTR) consisted of conceptuses obtained from naturally mated sheep. Results showed an increased fertilization rate in the B12 group vs-CTR (69.56% vs 57.91% respectively, P = 0.006) not associated with quantitative improvement in blastocyst and/or implantation rate (44.32% vs 36.67% respectively, P > 0.05). Moreover, Cobalamin supplementation during oocyte IVM ameliorated resulting conceptuses quality, in terms of placental vascularization (vessels' maturity and vasculogenetic factors' expression). The expression of DNA methyltransferases (DNMT1, DNMT3A and DNMT3B) was also improved in placentae from the B12 group. In conclusion, Cobalamin supplementation during oocyte IVM improves IVP embryo quality. These results suggest that Cobalamin should be included in standard IVM media.

Research paper thumbnail of Pernicious Attitude of Microbial Biofilms in Agri-Farm Industries: Acquisitions and Challenges of Existing Antibiofilm Approaches

Microorganisms

Biofilm is a complex matrix made up of extracellular polysaccharides, DNA, and proteins that prot... more Biofilm is a complex matrix made up of extracellular polysaccharides, DNA, and proteins that protect bacteria against physical, chemical, and biological stresses and allow them to survive in harsh environments. Safe and healthy foods are mandatory for saving lives. However, foods can be contaminated by pathogenic microorganisms at any stage from farm to fork. The contaminated foods allow pathogenic microorganisms to form biofilms and convert the foods into stigmatized poison for consumers. Biofilm formation by pathogenic microorganisms in agri-farm industries is still poorly understood and intricate to control. In biofilms, pathogenic bacteria are dwelling in a complex manner and share their genetic and physicochemical properties making them resistant to common antimicrobial agents. Therefore, finding the appropriate antibiofilm approaches is necessary to inhibit and eradicate the mature biofilms from foods and food processing surfaces. Advanced studies have already established seve...

Research paper thumbnail of Inhibition of Listeria monocytogenes Cocktail Culture Biofilms on Crab and Shrimp Coupons and the Expression of Biofilm-Related Genes

Antibiotics, Jun 4, 2023

This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative... more This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY

Research paper thumbnail of Application of High-Pressure Processing (or High Hydrostatic Pressure) for the Inactivation of Human Norovirus in Korean Traditionally Preserved Raw Crab

Viruses

Human norovirus (HuNoV) is a common cause of outbreaks linked to food. In this study, the effecti... more Human norovirus (HuNoV) is a common cause of outbreaks linked to food. In this study, the effectiveness of a non-thermal method known as high-pressure processing (HPP) on the viable reduction of an HuNoV GII.4 strain on raw crabs was evaluated at three different pressures (200, 400, and 600 MPa). HuNoV viability in raw crabs was investigated by using propidium monoazide/sarkosyl (PMA) as a nucleic acid intercalating dye prior to performing a real-time reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR). The effect of the HPP exposure on pH, sensory, and Hunter colors were also assessed. HuNoV was reduced in raw crabs compared with control to HPP (0.15–1.91 log) in non-PMA and (0.67–2.23 log) in PMA. HuNoV genomic titer reduction was <2 log copy number/µL) when HPP was treated for 5 min without PMA pretreatment, but it was reduced to >2 log copy number/µL after PMA. The pH and Hunter colors of the untreated and HPP-treated raw crabs were significantly different (p < 0....

Research paper thumbnail of Inhibitory effects of vorinostat (SAHA) against food-borne pathogen <i>Salmonella enterica</i> serotype Kentucky mixed culture biofilm with virulence and quorum-sensing relative expression

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma against Listeria monocytogenes Mixed-Culture Biofilms on Food-Contact Surfaces

Antibiotics, Mar 19, 2023

This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative... more This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY

Research paper thumbnail of Advances in plant-based green synthesis of nanoparticles

Journal of multidisciplinary sciences (Online), Dec 10, 2022

Important routes for the synthesis of nanoparticles include physical and chemical processes, whic... more Important routes for the synthesis of nanoparticles include physical and chemical processes, which are typically costly and potentially dangerous to the environment. The assessment of eco-friendly chemistry or biological strategies for producing nanoparticles from plant extracts has attracted the interest of a large number of scientists in recent years. Before establishing a generally accepted method, researchers must investigate the plant-assisted synthesis of nanoparticles and their effects. It is gaining popularity because of its ability to facilitate the creation of alternative, safer, less toxic, sustainable, and environmentally friendly methods. The synthesis of novel nanoparticles with the necessary properties is mandatory for the development of cosmetics, biomedicine, biosensors, nano-biotechnology, and other applications involving antibacterial, catalytic, electronic, electrochemical, and sensing processes. Environmental and biological fields have numerous possible uses for the green synthesis of nanoparticles. It attempts specifically to decrease the use of harmful chemicals. Typically, employing biological resources, such as plants, is harmless. Also found in plants are reducing and capping agents. Here, we discuss the advancement of green synthesis of nanoparticles, the most current applications, and future perspectives.

Research paper thumbnail of Challenges and opportunities of non-conventional technologies concerning food safety

World's Poultry Science Journal

Research paper thumbnail of Role of antioxidants in fertility preservation of sperm: A narrative review

Animal Bioscience, Nov 14, 2022

Male fertility is affected by multiple endogenous stressors, including reactive oxygen species (R... more Male fertility is affected by multiple endogenous stressors, including reactive oxygen species (ROS), which greatly deteriorate the fertility. However, physiological levels of ROS are required by sperm for the proper accomplishment of different cellular functions including proliferation, maturation, capacitation, acrosomal reaction, and fertilization. Excessive ROS production creates an imbalance between ROS production and neutralization resulting in oxidative stress (OS). OS causes male infertility by impairing sperm functions including reduced motility, deoxyribonucleic acid damage, morphological defects, and enhanced apoptosis. Several in-vivo and in-vitro studies have reported improve ment in qualityrelated parameters of sperm following the use of different natural and synthetic antioxidants. In this review, we focus on the causes of OS, ROS production sources, mechanisms responsible for sperm damage, and the role of antioxidants in preserving sperm fertility.

Research paper thumbnail of Pernicious Attitude of Microbial Biofilms in Agri-Farm Industries: Acquisitions and Challenges of Existing Antibiofilm Approaches

Microorganisms

Biofilm is a complex matrix made up of extracellular polysaccharides, DNA, and proteins that prot... more Biofilm is a complex matrix made up of extracellular polysaccharides, DNA, and proteins that protect bacteria against physical, chemical, and biological stresses and allow them to survive in harsh environments. Safe and healthy foods are mandatory for saving lives. However, foods can be contaminated by pathogenic microorganisms at any stage from farm to fork. The contaminated foods allow pathogenic microorganisms to form biofilms and convert the foods into stigmatized poison for consumers. Biofilm formation by pathogenic microorganisms in agri-farm industries is still poorly understood and intricate to control. In biofilms, pathogenic bacteria are dwelling in a complex manner and share their genetic and physicochemical properties making them resistant to common antimicrobial agents. Therefore, finding the appropriate antibiofilm approaches is necessary to inhibit and eradicate the mature biofilms from foods and food processing surfaces. Advanced studies have already established seve...

Research paper thumbnail of Effects of dietary intake behavior, food supply, nutrition, and health during the COVID-19 outbreak

Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, which began in 2019, has far-reaching ramificat... more The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, which began in 2019, has far-reaching ramifications, including economic losses and health challenges that still affect various parts of the world. During our review, we learned that the entire world is working to stop the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak. We explore ways that may lower the danger of SARS-CoV-2 contamination and useful strategies to avoid the possibility of SARS-CoV-2 spreading through food. While hygienic protocols are required in the food supply sector, cleaning, disinfection, and the avoidance of cross-contamination across food categories and other related goods at different stages of the manufacturing process remain especially important because the virus can survive for long periods of time on inert materials such as food packaging. Furthermore, personal hygiene (regular washing and disinfection), wearing gloves and using masks, garments, and footwear dedicated to maintaining hygiene provide on-site safety for fo...

Research paper thumbnail of Advances in plant-based green synthesis of nanoparticles

Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences (e-ISSN: 2671-5449), 2022

Important routes for the synthesis of nanoparticles include physical and chemical processes, whic... more Important routes for the synthesis of nanoparticles include physical and chemical processes, which are typically costly and potentially dangerous to the environment. The assessment of eco-friendly chemistry or biological strategies for producing nanoparticles from plant extracts has attracted the interest of a large number of scientists in recent years. Before establishing a generally accepted method, researchers must investigate the plant-assisted synthesis of nanoparticles and their effects. It is gaining popularity because of its ability to facilitate the creation of alternative, safer, less toxic, sustainable, and environmentally friendly methods. The synthesis of novel nanoparticles with the necessary properties is mandatory for the development of cosmetics, biomedicine, biosensors, nano-biotechnology, and other applications involving antibacterial, catalytic, electronic, electrochemical, and sensing processes. Environmental and biological fields have numerous possible uses for the green synthesis of nanoparticles. It attempts specifically to decrease the use of harmful chemicals. Typically, employing biological resources, such as plants, is harmless. Also found in plants are reducing and capping agents. Here, we discuss the advancement of green synthesis of nanoparticles, the most current applications, and future perspectives.

Research paper thumbnail of Effects of nonthermal dielectric barrier discharge plasma against Listeria monocytogenes and quality of smoked salmon fillets

Research paper thumbnail of Antibiofilm Efficacy of Quercetin against Vibrio parahaemolyticus Biofilm on Food-Contact Surfaces in the Food Industry

Microorganisms

Vibrio parahaemolyticus, one of the most common foodborne pathogenic bacteria that forms biofilms... more Vibrio parahaemolyticus, one of the most common foodborne pathogenic bacteria that forms biofilms, is a persistent source of concern for the food industry. The food production chain employs a variety of methods to control biofilms, although none are completely successful. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of quercetin as a food additive in reducing V. parahaemolyticus biofilm formation on stainless-steel coupons (SS) and hand gloves (HG) as well as testing its antimicrobial activities. With a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 220 µg/mL, the tested quercetin exhibited the lowest bactericidal action without visible growth. In contrast, during various experiments in this work, the inhibitory efficacy of quercetin at sub-MICs levels (1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 MIC) against V. parahaemolyticus was examined. Control group was not added with quercetin. With increasing quercetin concentration, swarming and swimming motility, biofilm formation, and expression levels of target gene...

Research paper thumbnail of Antimicrobial Efficacy of Quercetin against Vibrio parahaemolyticus Biofilm on Food Surfaces and Downregulation of Virulence Genes

Polymers

For the seafood industry, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, one of the most prevalent food-borne pathogeni... more For the seafood industry, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, one of the most prevalent food-borne pathogenic bacteria that forms biofilms, is a constant cause of concern. There are numerous techniques used throughout the food supply chain to manage biofilms, but none are entirely effective. Through assessing its antioxidant and antibacterial properties, quercetin will be evaluated for its ability to prevent the growth of V. parahaemolyticus biofilm on shrimp and crab shell surfaces. With a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 220 µg/mL, the tested quercetin exhibited the lowest bactericidal action without visible growth of bacteria. In contrast, during various experiments in this work, the inhibitory efficacy of quercetin without (control) and with sub-MICs levels (1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 MIC) against V. parahaemolyticus was examined. With increasing quercetin concentration, swarming and swimming motility, biofilm formation, and expression levels of related genes linked to flagella motility (f...

Research paper thumbnail of The Inhibitory Effect of Quercetin on Biofilm Formation of Listeria monocytogenes Mixed Culture and Repression of Virulence

Antioxidants

Listeria monocytogenes is the species of foodborne pathogenic bacteria that causes the infection ... more Listeria monocytogenes is the species of foodborne pathogenic bacteria that causes the infection listeriosis. The food production chain employs various methods to control biofilms, although none are completely successful. This study evaluates the effectiveness of quercetin as a food additive in reducing L. monocytogenes mixed cultures (ATCC19113, ATCC19117, and ATCC15313) biofilm formation on stainless steel (SS), silicon rubber (SR), and hand glove (HG) coupons, as well as tests its antimicrobial activities. With a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 250 µg/mL, the tested quercetin exhibited the lowest bactericidal action with no visible bacterial growth. In contrast, during various experiments in this work, the inhibitory efficacy of quercetin at sub-MICs levels (1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 MIC) against L. monocytogenes was examined. A control group was not added with quercetin. The current study also investigates the effect of quercetin on the expression of different genes engaged in...

Research paper thumbnail of Antibiofilm efficacy of Leuconostoc mesenteroides J.27-derived postbiotic and food-grade essential oils against Vibrio parahaemolyticus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Escherichia coli alone and in combination, and their application as a green preservative in the seafood industry

Food Research International, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Design for Manufacturing a Structured Approach

Research paper thumbnail of Antibiofilm effects of quercetin against Salmonella enterica biofilm formation and virulence, stress response, and quorum-sensing gene expression

Research paper thumbnail of Viability of Salmonella Typhimurium biofilms on major food-contact surfaces and eggshell treated during 35 days with and without water storage at room temperature

Poultry Science, 2020

Salmonella is one of the main foodborne pathogens that affect humans and farm animals. The Salmon... more Salmonella is one of the main foodborne pathogens that affect humans and farm animals. The Salmonella genus comprises a group of food-transmitted pathogens that cause highly prevalent foodborne diseases throughout the world. The aim of this study was to appraise the viability of Salmonella Typhimurium biofilm under water treatment at room temperature on different surfaces, specifically stainless steel (SS), plastic (PLA), rubber (RB), and eggshell (ES). After 35 D, the reduction of biofilm on SS, PLA, RB, and ES was 3.35, 3.57, 3.22, and 2.55 log CFU/coupon without water treatment and 4.31, 4.49, 3.50, and 1.49 log CFU/coupon with water treatment, respectively. The d R value (time required to reduce bacterial biofilm by 99% via Weibull modeling) of S. Typhimurium without and with water treatment was the lowest on PLA (176.86 and 112.17 h, respectively) and the highest on ES (485.37 and 2,436.52 h, respectively). The viability of the S. Typhimurium on ES and the 3 foodcontact surfaces was monitored for 5 wk (35 D). The results of this study provide valuable information for the control of S. Typhimurium on different surfaces in the food industry, which could reduce the risk to consumers.