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Ost KJ, Student M, Cord-Landwehr S, Moerschbacher BM, Ram AFJ, Dirks-Hofmeister ME. Cell walls of filamentous fungi - challenges and opportunities for biotechnology. Appl Microbiol Biotechnol 2025; 109:125. [PMID: 40411627 PMCID: PMC12103488 DOI: 10.1007/s00253-025-13512-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2025] [Revised: 04/30/2025] [Accepted: 05/05/2025] [Indexed: 05/26/2025]
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The cell wall of filamentous fungi is essential for growth and development, both of which are crucial for fermentations that play a vital role in the bioeconomy. It typically has an inner rigid core composed of chitin and beta-1,3-/beta-1,6-glucans and a rather gel-like outer layer containing other polysaccharides and glycoproteins varying between and within species. Only a fraction of filamentous fungal species is used for the biotechnological production of enzymes, organic acids, and bioactive compounds such as antibiotics in large amounts on a yearly basis by precision fermentation. Most of these products are secreted into the production medium and must therefore pass through fungal cell walls at high transfer rates. Thus, cell wall mutants have gained interest for industrial enzyme production, although the causal relationship between cell walls and productivity requires further elucidation. Additionally, the extraction of valuable biopolymers like chitin and chitosan from spent fungal biomass, which is predominantly composed of cell walls, represents an underexplored opportunity for circular bioeconomy. Questions persist regarding the effective extraction of these biopolymers from the cell wall and their repurposing in valorization processes. This review aims to address these issues and promote further research on understanding the cell walls in filamentous fungi to optimize their biotechnological use. KEY POINTS: • The highly complex cell walls of filamentous fungi are important for biotechnology. • Cell wall mutants show promising potential to improve industrial enzyme secretion. • Recent studies revealed enhanced avenues for chitin/chitosan from fungal biomass.
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- Katharina J Ost
- Laboratory for Food Biotechnology, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and Landscape Architecture, Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, Oldenburger Landstraße 62, 49090, Osnabrück, Germany
- Institute for Biology and Biotechnology of Plants, University of Münster, Schlossplatz 8, 48143, Münster, Germany
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- Institute for Biology and Biotechnology of Plants, University of Münster, Schlossplatz 8, 48143, Münster, Germany
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- Institute for Biology and Biotechnology of Plants, University of Münster, Schlossplatz 8, 48143, Münster, Germany
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- Institute for Biology and Biotechnology of Plants, University of Münster, Schlossplatz 8, 48143, Münster, Germany
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- Fungal Genetics and Biotechnology, Institute of Biology Leiden, Leiden University, Sylviusweg 72, 2333 BE, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Laboratory for Food Biotechnology, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and Landscape Architecture, Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, Oldenburger Landstraße 62, 49090, Osnabrück, Germany.
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El-Feki KMA, El-Metwally MM, Taha TH, Mohammed YMM, Al-Otibi FO, Fakhouri AS, Menaa F, Saber WIA. Artificial neural network-based fungal chitin production for submicron-chitosan synthesis: effects on bioremediation for heavy metal pollution. Int J Biol Macromol 2025; 314:144271. [PMID: 40381759 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.144271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2025] [Revised: 04/19/2025] [Accepted: 05/14/2025] [Indexed: 05/20/2025]
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This study focused on optimizing fungal chitin (CT) production from a newly identified Fusarium incarnatum (GenBank: OL314753) for subsequent synthesis of submicron chitosan (sm-CS) tailored for enhanced heavy metal removal. Initial attempts to optimize CT yield using mixed nitrogen sources (potassium nitrate, peptone, yeast extract) via Box-Behnken Design (BBD) were insufficient for predicting optimal conditions. Consequently, Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) successfully modeled the BBD experimental data, the optimal nitrogen concentrations to 4.89, 5.70, and 4.25 g/L, respectively, achieving an experimental CT yield of 3.998 g/L. The fungal CT was deacetylated to chitosan (CS), subsequently processed into sm-CS using ionotropic gelation. Characterization (FTIR, Raman, SEM, HR-TEM, EDX) confirmed the successful formation of sm-CS, demonstrating reduced particle size and increased surface area. Batch adsorption experiments revealed the superior heavy metal sequestration capacity of sm-CS, removing 80-90 % of Fe2+, Mn2+, Cu2+, and Zn2+, which outperformed CS (20-60 % removal). CS preferentially adsorbed Mn2+, whereas sm-CS showed affinity for Cu2+. sm-CS demonstrated excellent reusability, maintaining >85 % efficiency through five adsorption-desorption cycles, markedly surpassing CS regeneration. This integration of specific fungal strain, ANN optimization, and sm-CS, offers an efficient material for addressing complex multi-metal contamination, potentially mitigating nanotoxicity risks associated with some nanocomposite adsorbents.
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- Khaled M A El-Feki
- Bacteriological laboratory, Beheira Water and Drainage Company, Damanhour, Egypt
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- Botany and Microbiology Department, Faculty of Science, Damanhour University, Damanhour 22511, Egypt.
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- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications, Borg El-Arab, Alexandria 21934, Egypt
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- Botany and Microbiology Department, Faculty of Science, Damanhour University, Damanhour 22511, Egypt
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- Botany and Microbiology Department, Faculty of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia; Center of Excellence in Biotechnology Research, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia.
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- Center of Excellence in Biotechnology Research, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia; Department of Biomedical Technology, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 12372, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Biomedical and Environmental Engineering (BEE), California Innovation Corporation (CIC), San Diego, CA 92037, USA.
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- Microbial Activity Unit, Department of Microbiology, Soils, Water and Environment Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center (ARC), Giza 12619, Egypt.
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Vázquez-Aldana M, Sixto-Berrocal AM, Arcos-Casarrubias JA, Martínez-Trujillo MA, Cruz-Díaz MR. Biological and chemical synergy in chitin and chitosan production: The role of process sequencing in shrimp shell waste treatment. Int J Biol Macromol 2025; 306:141247. [PMID: 39971031 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.141247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2024] [Revised: 02/06/2025] [Accepted: 02/16/2025] [Indexed: 02/21/2025]
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A combined biological and chemical methodology was applied to valorize shrimp shell waste into chitin and chitosan. This strategy aims to enhance process efficiency and sustainability. Various sequences of deproteinization (DP) and demineralization (DM) were evaluated, using Bifidobacterium lactis and Lactobacillus delbrueckii as biocatalysts, respectively. The DP-DM sequence removed up to 96 % of the protein and 98 % of the calcium, surpassing chemical methods. This also eliminated the need to control the pH of the fermentation, resulting in a simpler process. In contrast, the DM-DP sequence required controlling the pH of the process to optimize protease activity. Enzymatic deacetylation preserved the chitosan structure but produced lower molecular weight oligomers. Therefore, an additional chemical step was necessary to achieve a higher degree of deacetylation and improve the purity and structural integrity of chitosan. This combined biological-chemical methodology offers a more efficient and sustainable pathway for producing high-quality chitin and chitosan, showing a superior alternative to purely chemical processes for the treatment of shrimp shell waste. The obtained biopolymers possess desirable physicochemical properties suitable for diverse industrial and biomedical applications, highlighting the potential for scalable and environmentally friendly bioprocessing.
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- Marlenne Vázquez-Aldana
- Tecnológico Nacional de México/Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Ecatepec, Av. Tecnologico S/N, Valle de Anáhuac, Ecatepec de Morelos, Estado de México 55210, Mexico
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México/Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Ecatepec, Av. Tecnologico S/N, Valle de Anáhuac, Ecatepec de Morelos, Estado de México 55210, Mexico; Departamento de Ingeniería y Tecnología, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Facultad de Estudios Superiores Cuautitlán-Campo Uno. Av. 1° de mayo s/n Colonia Santa Ma, Las Torres, Cuautitlán Izcalli, Estado de México C.P. 54740, Mexico
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México/Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Ecatepec, Av. Tecnologico S/N, Valle de Anáhuac, Ecatepec de Morelos, Estado de México 55210, Mexico
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México/Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Ecatepec, Av. Tecnologico S/N, Valle de Anáhuac, Ecatepec de Morelos, Estado de México 55210, Mexico.
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México/Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Ecatepec, Av. Tecnologico S/N, Valle de Anáhuac, Ecatepec de Morelos, Estado de México 55210, Mexico; Departamento de Ingeniería y Tecnología, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Facultad de Estudios Superiores Cuautitlán-Campo Uno. Av. 1° de mayo s/n Colonia Santa Ma, Las Torres, Cuautitlán Izcalli, Estado de México C.P. 54740, Mexico.
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Mersmann L, Souza VGL, Fernando AL. Green Processes for Chitin and Chitosan Production from Insects: Current State, Challenges, and Opportunities. Polymers (Basel) 2025; 17:1185. [PMID: 40362968 PMCID: PMC12073625 DOI: 10.3390/polym17091185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2025] [Revised: 04/19/2025] [Accepted: 04/21/2025] [Indexed: 05/15/2025] Open
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Chitin and chitosan are valuable biopolymers with various applications, ranging from food to pharmaceuticals. Traditionally sourced from crustaceans, the rising demand for chitin/chitosan, paired with the development of the insect sector, has led to the exploration of insect biomass and its byproducts as a potential source. Conventional processes rely on hazardous chemicals, raising environmental concerns. This critical review evaluates emerging "greener" approaches, including biological methods, green solvents, and advanced processing techniques, for chitin/chitosan production from insect-derived materials such as exuviae and cocoons. Two systematic evaluations are included: (1) a cross-comparison of chitin and chitosan yields across insect life stages and byproducts (e.g., up to 35.7% chitin from black soldier fly (BSF) larval exoskeletons can be obtained) and (2) a stepwise sustainability assessment of over 30 extraction workflows reported across 16 studies. While many are labeled as green, only a few, such as bromelain, lactic acid fermentations, or NADES-based processes, demonstrated fully green extraction up to the chitin stage. No study achieved a fully green conversion to chitosan, and green workflows typically required materials with low fat content and minimal pretreatment. These findings will be useful to identify opportunities and underscore the need to refine greener methods, improve yields, reduce impurities, and enable industrial-scale production, while sustainability data need to be generated.
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- MEtRICs, CubicB, Departamento de Química, NOVA School of Science and Technology (NOVA FCT), Campus de Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (L.M.); (V.G.L.S.)
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Blebea NM, Pușcașu C, Vlad RA, Hancu G. Chitosan-Based Gel Development: Extraction, Gelation Mechanisms, and Biomedical Applications. Gels 2025; 11:275. [PMID: 40277711 PMCID: PMC12027246 DOI: 10.3390/gels11040275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2025] [Revised: 03/30/2025] [Accepted: 04/04/2025] [Indexed: 04/26/2025] Open
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Chitosan (CS), a versatile biopolymer obtained through the deacetylation of chitin, has gained significant interest in biomedical and pharmaceutical applications due to its biocompatibility, biodegradability, and unique gel-forming capabilities. This review comprehensively analyzes CS-based gel development, covering its extraction from various natural sources, gelation mechanisms, and biomedical applications. Different extraction methods, including chemical, biological, and green techniques, are discussed regarding efficiency and sustainability. The review explores the physicochemical properties of CS that influence its gelation behavior, highlighting various gelation mechanisms such as physical, ionic, and chemical cross-linking. Recent advances in gel formation, including Schiff base reactions, Diels-Alder click chemistry, and thermosensitive gelation, have expanded the applicability of CS hydrogels. Furthermore, CS-based gels have demonstrated potential in wound healing, tissue engineering, drug delivery, and antimicrobial applications, offering controlled drug release, enhanced biocompatibility, and tunable mechanical properties. The incorporation of nanomaterials, bioactive molecules, and functional cross-linkers has further improved hydrogel performance. The current review underscores the growing significance of CS-based gels as innovative biomaterials in regenerative medicine and pharmaceutical sciences.
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- Nicoleta-Mirela Blebea
- Department of Pharmacotherapy, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Ovidius” University of Constanța, 900470 Constanța, Romania;
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- Department of Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia, 020956 Bucharest, Romania
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- Pharmaceutical Technology and Cosmetology Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, “George Emil Palade” University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mureș, 38 Gheorghe Marinescu, 540142 Târgu Mureș, Romania
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- Pharmaceutical and Therapeutic Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, “George Emil Palade” University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mureș, 38 Gheorghe Marinescu, 540142 Târgu Mureș, Romania;
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Almeida CF, Amorim I, Silva CG, Lopes JCB, Manrique YA, Dias MM. Recovery of Chitin from Agaricus bisporus Mushrooms: Influence of Extraction Parameters and Supercritical CO 2 Treatment on Fresh Mushrooms and Production Residues. Molecules 2025; 30:1479. [PMID: 40286139 PMCID: PMC11990345 DOI: 10.3390/molecules30071479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2025] [Revised: 03/16/2025] [Accepted: 03/22/2025] [Indexed: 04/29/2025] Open
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Chitin and chitosan, versatile biopolymers extensively used in the food and cosmetic industries, are traditionally sourced from crustaceans. However, fungi such as Agaricus bisporus mushrooms present a sustainable, non-animal alternative. This study explored the potential of different Agaricus bisporus samples, including fresh mushrooms and production residues, as sources of chitin. Given that Agaricus bisporus mushrooms are also a rich source of ergosterol, the study additionally incorporated samples treated with supercritical carbon dioxide (scCO2). The effects of deproteinisation conditions-specifically the number of successive extractions, sodium hydroxide concentration, and extraction time-were evaluated for fresh mushroom samples in terms of alkali-insoluble matter, chitin yields, and the degree of deacetylation (DD), with the latter determined by Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy. The results indicated that extraction time had no statistically significant impact on AIM or chitin yield, while the DD increased with prolonged extraction, plateauing after 60 min. Higher sodium hydroxide concentrations enhanced deacetylation, but adversely affected extraction yields. No significant differences in chitin's DD were observed between fresh mushroom and production residue samples, regardless of scCO2 treatment. This study demonstrates the viability of recovering chitin from Agaricus bisporus mushroom bio-residues, including those treated with scCO2, offering a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative for chitin production.
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- Cláudia F. Almeida
- LSRE-LCM—Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering–Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
- LEPABE—Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM—Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering–Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM—Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering–Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM—Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering–Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM—Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering–Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM—Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering–Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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Vaishnav A, Lal J, Mehta NK, Mohanty S, Yadav KK, Priyadarshini MB, Debbarma P, Singh NS, Pati BK, Singh SK. Unlocking the potential of fishery waste: exploring diverse applications of fish protein hydrolysates in food and nonfood sectors. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2025:10.1007/s11356-025-36244-3. [PMID: 40119992 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-025-36244-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2024] [Accepted: 03/04/2025] [Indexed: 03/25/2025]
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Fish and their byproducts play a pivotal role as protein sources. With the global population increasing, urbanization on the rise and increased affluence, efficient utilization of available protein resources is becoming increasingly critical. Additionally, the need for sustainable protein sources is gaining recognition. By 2050, the world's protein demand is expected to double, driven not only by population growth but also by heightened awareness of protein's role in maintaining health. The fishery industry has experienced continuous growth over the last decade. However, this growth comes with a significant challenge: inadequate waste management. The fisheries industry discards 35% to 70% of their production as waste, including fillet remains, skin, fins, bones, heads, viscera and scales. Despite the importance of these byproducts as protein sources, their effective utilization remains a hurdle. Various strategies have been proposed to address this issue. Among them, the production of protein hydrolysates stands out as an efficient method for value addition. Protein hydrolysis breaks down proteins into smaller peptides with diverse functional and bioactive properties. Therefore, fish protein hydrolysates have applications in both the food and nonfood sectors. Utilizing fishery byproducts and waste represents a sustainable approach toward waste valorization and resource optimization in the fishery industry. This approach offers promising opportunities for innovation and economic growth across multiple sectors. This comprehensive review explores fish protein hydrolysates derived from fishery byproducts and wastes, focusing on their applications in both the food and nonfood sectors.
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- Anand Vaishnav
- Department of Fish Processing Technology & Engineering, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura, India
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- Department of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura, India
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- Department of Fish Processing Technology & Engineering, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura, India.
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- Department of Fish Processing Technology & Engineering, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura, India
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- Department of Fish Processing Technology & Engineering, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura, India
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- Department of Fish Processing Technology & Engineering, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura, India
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- Department of Fish Processing Technology & Engineering, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura, India
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- Department of Fish Processing Technology & Engineering, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura, India
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- Department of Fish Processing Technology & Engineering, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura, India
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- Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR - North Eastern Hill Region, Ukhrul, Manipur, India
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Li J, Fan C, Zhao B, Liang Y. Synthesis and application of chitosan nanoparticles for bone tissue regeneration. Biomed Mater 2025; 20:022009. [PMID: 40014919 DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/adbb45] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2024] [Accepted: 02/27/2025] [Indexed: 03/01/2025]
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Bone defects, resulting from trauma, tumor removal, infection, or congenital anomalies, are increasingly prevalent in clinical practice. Progress in bone tissue engineering has significantly advanced bone regeneration techniques. Chitosan-based nanoparticles (ChNPs) have emerged as a promising drug delivery system due to their inherent ability to enhance bone regeneration. These nanoparticles can extend the activity of osteogenic factors while ensuring their controlled release. Common synthesis methods for ChNPs include ionic gelation, complex coacervation, and polyelectrolyte complexation. ChNPs have demonstrated effectiveness in bone regeneration by delivering osteogenic agents, including DNA/RNA, proteins, and therapeutics. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of recent studies on ChNPs in bone regeneration, sourced from the PubMed database. It examines their synthesis techniques, advantages as drug delivery systems, incorporation into scaffold materials, and the challenges that remain in the field.
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- Jian Li
- Department of Dental Implantation, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China
- School of Stomatology of Qingdao University, QingDao 266011, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Stomatology, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China
- School of Stomatology of Qingdao University, QingDao 266011, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Dental Implantation, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China
- School of Stomatology of Qingdao University, QingDao 266011, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- Medical Research Centre, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China
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Qiao X, Jiang M, Zhu E, Gu Y, Chen Z, Ju X, Li L, Zhong X, Chen Z. Mining, Identification, and Fermentation Optimization of Chitin Deacetylase from a Novel Strain Enterobacter sp. ZCDA27. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2025; 197:1972-1990. [PMID: 39625611 DOI: 10.1007/s12010-024-05124-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/29/2025]
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Chitin, a natural organic compound with content slightly lower than cellulose, is also known for chitosan, a substance derived from chitin through deacetylation. In this experiment, preliminary screening was conducted using the plate discoloration circle method, leading to the selection of a high-yield CDA-producing strain from 28 candidates through rescreening. Morphological characteristics and 16S rDNA sequence analysis revealed 99.93% homology with Enterobacter sichuanensis strain N24, thus naming this strain Enterobacter strain ZCDA27. Initial fermentation of the strain yielded CDA activity of 9.29 U/mL. Single-factor optimization was then performed, followed by a PB test to screen for significant factors affecting enzyme production. The response surface method was used to further optimize the fermentation conditions. The optimal fermentation conditions for the carbon source, nitrogen source, metal ion, fermentation temperature, time, liquid volume, and initial pH were explored. Significant factors affecting enzyme production, including MgSO4, initial medium pH, and fructose levels, were identified using the PB test. Finally, the fermentation conditions of ZCDA27 were optimized using the Box-Behnken design combined with RSM, which comprised fructose at 1.020%, magnesium sulfate at 0.016%, and peptone at 1%. The fermentation conditions included a temperature of 37, initial pH of 7.1, rotation speed of 140 × g, fermentation time of 28 h, inoculation amount of 2%, and liquid volume of 40%. Under these conditions, the enzyme activity of ZCDA27 reached 14.52 U/mL, a 1.6-fold increase from the pre-optimization levels. In summary, this study provides an experimental foundation for further development and application of Enterobacter spp. ZCDA27 CDA.
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- Xi Qiao
- School of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Huqiu District, No. 99 Xuefu Road, Huqiu District, Suzhou City, 215009, Jiangsu Province, P.R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Huqiu District, No. 99 Xuefu Road, Huqiu District, Suzhou City, 215009, Jiangsu Province, P.R. China
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- Suzhou Experimental High School, Science and Technology City Campus, Suzhou, 215000, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Huqiu District, No. 99 Xuefu Road, Huqiu District, Suzhou City, 215009, Jiangsu Province, P.R. China
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- School of Business, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Suzhou, 215009, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Huqiu District, No. 99 Xuefu Road, Huqiu District, Suzhou City, 215009, Jiangsu Province, P.R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Huqiu District, No. 99 Xuefu Road, Huqiu District, Suzhou City, 215009, Jiangsu Province, P.R. China
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- Abogen Biosciences Co., Ltd., Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215000, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Huqiu District, No. 99 Xuefu Road, Huqiu District, Suzhou City, 215009, Jiangsu Province, P.R. China.
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Gill JM, Hussain SM, Ali S, Ghafoor A, Adrees M, Nazish N, Naeem A, Naeem E, Alshehri MA, Rashid E. Fish waste biorefinery: A novel approach to promote industrial sustainability. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2025; 419:132050. [PMID: 39793671 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2025.132050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2024] [Revised: 11/15/2024] [Accepted: 01/07/2025] [Indexed: 01/13/2025]
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In pursuit of sustainability and resource efficiency, concept of the circular economy has emerged as a promising framework for industries worldwide. The global fish processing industry generates a significant amount of waste, posing environmental challenges and economic inefficiencies. The substantial volume of fish waste generated globally along with its environmental impact highlights the urgent need to adopt sustainable practices. However, there is significant transformative potential in leveraging fish processing waste to generate industrial value. There are numerous applications of fish processing waste such as extraction of enzymes, protein hydrolysates, collagen, and gelatin. Moreover, the capacity of fish waste to generate chitin, fish oil, and biofuels foresees a future for sustainable resource management. However, it is also necessary to emphasize the need for innovation, and cross-sector collaboration to unlock this potential. While challenges lie ahead, this review explores transformative power of circular economy in reshaping the fisheries industry towards more sustainable future.
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- Javaeria Maqsood Gill
- Fish Nutrition Lab, Department of Zoology, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab 38000, Pakistan
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- Fish Nutrition Lab, Department of Zoology, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab 38000, Pakistan.
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- Department of Environmental Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Punjab 38000, Pakistan; Department of Biological Sciences and Technology, China Medical University, Taichung 40402, Taiwan.
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- Center for Water and Environmental Studies, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa 31982, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Environmental Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Punjab 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, University of Sialkot, Sialkot, Punjab 51040, Pakistan
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- Fish Nutrition Lab, Department of Zoology, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab 38000, Pakistan
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- Fish Nutrition Lab, Department of Zoology, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Tabuk, Tabuk 71491, Saudi Arabia
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- Fish Nutrition Lab, Department of Zoology, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab 38000, Pakistan
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Hikam M, Asri PPP, Hamid FH, Anwar AM, Nasir M, Sumboja A, Asri LATW. Electrospun Poly(vinyl Alcohol)/Chitin Nanofiber Membrane as a Sustainable Lithium-Ion Battery Separator. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2025; 41:231-241. [PMID: 39705093 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.4c03369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2024]
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Commercial battery separators are made of polyolefin polymers due to their desired mechanical strength and chemical stability. However, these materials are not biodegradable and are challenging to recycle. Considering the environmental issues from polyolefins, biodegradable polymers can be developed as separators to reduce the potential waste from polyolefin separators. In this work, we investigated the potential of poly(vinyl alcohol)/chitin nanofiber (PVA/CHNF) nanofiber as a sustainable lithium-ion battery separator, which was successfully fabricated via the electrospinning and cross-linking method. The PVA/CHNF separator is biodegradable and has an ionic conductivity (1.41 mS cm-1), desirable porosity (86%), good thermal stability (1.4% shrinkage upon heating at 90 °C for 1 h), as well as high electrolyte uptake (388%). The PVA/CHNF separator is also evaluated in the assembled Li//LiFePO4 cells, showing an improved performance compared to the cell with the commercial separator. It shows a discharge capacity of 142 mAh g-1, which is stable throughout 120 charge-discharge cycles. Hence, according to these resulting properties, the PVA/CHNF separator shows promise as a sustainable and environmentally friendly lithium-ion battery separator, offering a high-value use of waste chitin materials.
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- Muhammad Hikam
- Materials Science and Engineering Research Group, Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jalan Ganesha No. 10, Bandung, West Java 40132, Indonesia
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- Materials Science and Engineering Research Group, Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jalan Ganesha No. 10, Bandung, West Java 40132, Indonesia
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- Materials Science and Engineering Research Group, Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jalan Ganesha No. 10, Bandung, West Java 40132, Indonesia
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- Materials Science and Engineering Research Group, Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jalan Ganesha No. 10, Bandung, West Java 40132, Indonesia
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- Research Center of Environment and Clean Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency, Jalan Sangkuriang, Bandung, West Java 40135, Indonesia
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- Materials Science and Engineering Research Group, Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jalan Ganesha No. 10, Bandung, West Java 40132, Indonesia
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- Materials Science and Engineering Research Group, Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jalan Ganesha No. 10, Bandung, West Java 40132, Indonesia
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Abd El-Ghany MN, Hamdi SA, Zahran AK, Abou-Taleb MA, Heikel AM, Abou El-Kheir MT, Farahat MG. Characterization of novel cold-active chitin deacetylase for green production of bioactive chitosan. AMB Express 2025; 15:5. [PMID: 39755920 DOI: 10.1186/s13568-024-01804-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2024] [Accepted: 12/06/2024] [Indexed: 01/06/2025] Open
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A Novel cold-active chitin deacetylase from Shewanella psychrophila WP2 (SpsCDA) was overexpressed in Escherichia coli BL21 and employed for deacetylation of chitin to chitosan. The produced chitosan was characterized, and its antifungal activity was investigated against Fusarium oxysporum. The purified recombinant SpsCDA appeared as a single band on SDS-PAGE at approximately 60 kDa, and its specific activity was 92 U/mg. The optimum temperature and pH of SpsCDA were 15 °C and 8.0, respectively, and the enzyme activity was significantly enhanced in the presence of NaCl. The bioconversion of chitin to chitosan by SpsCDA was accomplished in 72 h, and the chitosan yield was 69.2%. The solubility of chitosan was estimated to be 73.4%, and the degree of deacetylation was 78.1%. The estimated molecular weight of the produced chitosan was 224.7 ± 8.4 kDa with a crystallinity index (CrI) value of 18.75. Moreover, FTIR and XRD spectra revealed the characteristic peaks for enzymatically produced chitosan compared with standard chitosan, indicating their structural similarity. The produced chitosan inhibited spore germination of F. oxysporum with a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 1.56 mg/mL. The potential antifungal effect of chitosan is attributed to the inhibition of spore germination accompanied by ultrastructural damage of membranes and leakage of cellular components, as evidenced by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) that was confirmed by fluorescence microscopy. This study shed light on the cold-active chitin deacetylase from S. psychrophila and provides a candidate enzyme for the green preparation of chitosan.
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- Mohamed N Abd El-Ghany
- Botany and Microbiology Department, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613, Egypt
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- Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613, Egypt
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- Biotechnology / Molecular Biochemistry Program, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613, Egypt
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- Biotechnology / Molecular Biochemistry Program, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613, Egypt
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- Biotechnology / Molecular Biochemistry Program, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613, Egypt
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- Biotechnology / Molecular Biochemistry Program, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613, Egypt
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- Botany and Microbiology Department, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613, Egypt.
- Biotechnology Department, Faculty of Nanotechnology for Postgraduate Studies, Cairo University, Sheikh Zayed Branch Campus, Giza, 12588, Egypt.
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Singh PK, Pachaiappan R. An Overview of Chitinase Zymography: Past and Present Methods and Protocols. Methods Mol Biol 2025; 2917:163-179. [PMID: 40347341 DOI: 10.1007/978-1-0716-4478-2_15] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/12/2025]
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Chitinases are a variety of different enzymes that facilitate the breakdown of chitin, a complex sugar molecule presents in the outer shells of arthropods and the cellular walls of fungi. Chitinase zymography is a powerful analytical technique to visualize and characterize chitinase activity in complex biological samples. In plants, chitinases contribute to defense mechanisms by degrading fungal cell walls and deterring pathogen invasion. They also influence plant growth and development by modulating interactions with soil microbes. This chapter provides different zymographic protocols for chitinase detection, including those using polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (PAGE) with various chitin derivatives and staining methods. Calcofluor White M2R, is offering unique advantages for visualizing chitinase activity on native PAGE overlayed chitin amended gels. This overview highlights the importance of selecting appropriate substrates and assay conditions to achieve accurate and reliable results in chitinase zymography, thereby advancing the potential of chitinase-based technologies in industrial and environmental fields.
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- Pinki Kumari Singh
- Department of Biotechnology, School of Bioengineering, College of Engineering and Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chengalpattu, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Bioengineering, College of Engineering and Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chengalpattu, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, India.
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Cao H, Zeng Y, Yuan X, Wang JK, Tay CY. Waste-to-resource: Extraction and transformation of aquatic biomaterials for regenerative medicine. BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES 2025; 166:214023. [PMID: 39260186 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2024.214023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2024] [Revised: 08/16/2024] [Accepted: 08/29/2024] [Indexed: 09/13/2024]
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The fisheries and aquaculture industry are known for generating substantial waste or by-products, often underutilized, or relegated to low-value purposes. However, this overlooked segment harbors a rich repository of valuable bioactive materials of which have a broad-spectrum of high-value applications. As the blue economy gains momentum and fisheries expand, sustainable exploitation of these aquatic resources is increasingly prioritized. In this review, we present a comprehensive overview of technology-enabled methods for extracting and transforming aquatic waste into valuable biomaterials and their recent advances in regenerative medicine applications, focusing on marine collagen, chitin/chitosan, calcium phosphate and bioactive-peptides. We discuss the inherent bioactive qualities of these "waste-to-resource" aquatic biomaterials and identify opportunities for their use in regenerative medicine to advance healthcare while achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
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- Huaqi Cao
- China-Singapore International Joint Research Institute (CSIJRI), China Singapore Guangzhou Knowledge City, Huangpu District, Guangzhou, PR China
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- China-Singapore International Joint Research Institute (CSIJRI), China Singapore Guangzhou Knowledge City, Huangpu District, Guangzhou, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin 150001, PR China; School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, N4.1, 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798, Singapore
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, N4.1, 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798, Singapore
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- China-Singapore International Joint Research Institute (CSIJRI), China Singapore Guangzhou Knowledge City, Huangpu District, Guangzhou, PR China; School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, N4.1, 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798, Singapore; Center for Sustainable Materials (SusMat), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore 637553, Singapore; Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute, 1 CleanTech Loop, CleanTech One, Singapore 637141, Singapore.
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Azadi E, Dinari M, Derakhshani M, Reid KR, Karimi B. Sources and Extraction of Biopolymers and Manufacturing of Bio-Based Nanocomposites for Different Applications. Molecules 2024; 29:4406. [PMID: 39339400 PMCID: PMC11433844 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29184406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2024] [Revised: 09/09/2024] [Accepted: 09/13/2024] [Indexed: 09/30/2024] Open
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In the recent era, bio-nanocomposites represent an emerging group of nanostructured hybrid materials and have been included in a new field at the frontier of materials science, life sciences, and nanotechnology. These biohybrid materials reveal developed structural and functional features of great attention for diverse uses. These materials take advantage of the synergistic assembling of biopolymers with nanometer-sized reinforcements. Conversely, polysaccharides have received great attention due to their several biological properties like antimicrobial and antioxidant performance. They mainly originated in different parts of plants, animals, seaweed, and microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, and yeasts). Polysaccharide-based nanocomposites have great features, like developed physical, structural, and functional features; affordability; biodegradability; and biocompatibility. These bio-based nanocomposites have been applied in biomedical, water treatment, food industries, etc. This paper will focus on the very recent trends in bio-nanocomposite based on polysaccharides for diverse applications. Sources and extraction methods of polysaccharides and preparation methods of their nanocomposites will be discussed.
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- Elham Azadi
- Department of Chemistry, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan 84156-83111, Iran; (E.A.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan 84156-83111, Iran; (E.A.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan 84156-83111, Iran; (E.A.)
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- Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA
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- Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA
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Arantes V, Las-Casas B, Dias IKR, Yupanqui-Mendoza SL, Nogueira CFO, Marcondes WF. Enzymatic approaches for diversifying bioproducts from cellulosic biomass. Chem Commun (Camb) 2024; 60:9704-9732. [PMID: 39132917 DOI: 10.1039/d4cc02114b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/13/2024]
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Cellulosic biomass is the most abundantly available natural carbon-based renewable resource on Earth. Its widespread availability, combined with rising awareness, evolving policies, and changing regulations supporting sustainable practices, has propelled its role as a crucial renewable feedstock to meet the escalating demand for eco-friendly and renewable materials, chemicals, and fuels. Initially, biorefinery models using cellulosic biomass had focused on single-product platform, primarily monomeric sugars for biofuel. However, since the launch of the first pioneering cellulosic plants in 2014, these models have undergone significant revisions to adapt their biomass upgrading strategy. These changes aim to diversify the bioproduct portfolio and improve the revenue streams of cellulosic biomass biorefineries. Within this area of research and development, enzyme-based technologies can play a significant role by contributing to eco-design in producing and creating innovative bioproducts. This Feature Article highlights our strategies and recent progress in utilizing the biological diversity and inherent selectivity of enzymes to develop and continuously optimize sustainable enzyme-based technologies with distinct application approaches. We have advanced technologies for standalone platforms, which produce various forms of cellulose nanomaterials engineered with customized and enhanced properties and high yields. Additionally, we have tailored technologies for integration within a biorefinery concept. This biorefinery approach prioritizes designing tailored processes to establish bionanomaterials, such as cellulose and lignin nanoparticles, and bioactive molecules as part of a new multi-bioproduct platform for cellulosic biomass biorefineries. These innovations expand the range of bioproducts that can be produced from cellulosic biomass, transcending the conventional focus on monomeric sugars for biofuel production to include biomaterials biorefinery. This shift thereby contributes to strengthening the Bioeconomy strategy and supporting the achievement of several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
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- Valdeir Arantes
- Laboratory of Applied Bionanotechnology, Department of Biotechnology, Lorena School of Engineering, University of São Paulo, Lorena, SP, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Applied Bionanotechnology, Department of Biotechnology, Lorena School of Engineering, University of São Paulo, Lorena, SP, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Applied Bionanotechnology, Department of Biotechnology, Lorena School of Engineering, University of São Paulo, Lorena, SP, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Applied Bionanotechnology, Department of Biotechnology, Lorena School of Engineering, University of São Paulo, Lorena, SP, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Applied Bionanotechnology, Department of Biotechnology, Lorena School of Engineering, University of São Paulo, Lorena, SP, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Applied Bionanotechnology, Department of Biotechnology, Lorena School of Engineering, University of São Paulo, Lorena, SP, Brazil.
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Wang X, Yang Y, Zhao S, Wu D, Li L, Zhao Z. Chitosan-based biomaterial delivery strategies for hepatocellular carcinoma. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1446030. [PMID: 39161903 PMCID: PMC11330802 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1446030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2024] [Accepted: 07/23/2024] [Indexed: 08/21/2024] Open
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Background Hepatocellular carcinoma accounts for 80% of primary liver cancers, is the most common primary liver malignancy. Hepatocellular carcinoma is the third leading cause of tumor-related deaths worldwide, with a 5-year survival rate of approximately 18%. Chemotherapy, although commonly used for hepatocellular carcinoma treatment, is limited by systemic toxicity and drug resistance. Improving targeted delivery of chemotherapy drugs to tumor cells without causing systemic side effects is a current research focus. Chitosan, a biopolymer derived from chitin, possesses good biocompatibility and biodegradability, making it suitable for drug delivery. Enhanced chitosan formulations retain the anti-tumor properties while improving stability. Chitosan-based biomaterials promote hepatocellular carcinoma apoptosis, exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, inhibit tumor angiogenesis, and improve extracellular matrix remodeling for enhanced anti-tumor therapy. Methods We summarized published experimental papers by querying them. Results and Conclusions This review discusses the physicochemical properties of chitosan, its application in hepatocellular carcinoma treatment, and the challenges faced by chitosan-based biomaterials.
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- Xianling Wang
- Department of Gastroenterology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Endoscopy Center, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- First Digestive Endoscopy Department, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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Geetha V, Mayookha VP, Das M, Kumar GS. Bioactive carbohydrate polymers from marine sources as potent nutraceuticals in modulating obesity: a review. Food Sci Biotechnol 2024; 33:1517-1528. [PMID: 38623423 PMCID: PMC11016051 DOI: 10.1007/s10068-024-01525-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 12/28/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024] Open
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The majority of bioactive polysaccharides are present in some marine creatures. These polysaccharides are considered as promising anti-obesity agents, their anti-obesity properties involve a number of mechanisms, including suppression of lipid metabolism and absorption, impact on satiety, and prevention of adipocyte differentiation. Obesity is linked to type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other metabolic syndromes. In this review various bioactive polysaccharides like chitin, chitosan, fucosylated chondroitin sulphate, chitooligosaccharides and glycosaminoglycans have been discussed for their anti-obesity effects through various pathways. Critical evaluation of observational studies and intervention trials on obesity, lipid hypertrophy, dyslipidemia, and type 2 diabetes was done with a primary focus on specific marine fauna polysaccharide as a source of seafood that is consumed all over the world. It has been observed that consumption of individual seafood constituents was effective in reducing obesity. Thus, marine derived novel bioactive polysaccharides have potential applications in food and pharmaceutical industries.
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- V. Geetha
- Department of Biochemistry, CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru, 570020 India
- Department of Biosciences, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri, Mangalore, Karnataka 574199 India
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- Department of Biochemistry, CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru, 570020 India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, 201002 India
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- Department of Biochemistry, CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru, 570020 India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, 201002 India
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- Department of Biochemistry, CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru, 570020 India
- Department of Biosciences, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri, Mangalore, Karnataka 574199 India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, 201002 India
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Giraldo JD, García Y, Vera M, Garrido-Miranda KA, Andrade-Acuña D, Marrugo KP, Rivas BL, Schoebitz M. Alternative processes to produce chitin, chitosan, and their oligomers. Carbohydr Polym 2024; 332:121924. [PMID: 38431399 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.121924] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2023] [Revised: 01/20/2024] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Sustainable recovery of chitin and its derivatives from shellfish waste will be achieved when the industrial production of these polymers is achieved with a high control of their molecular structure, low costs, and acceptable levels of pollution. Therefore, the conventional chemical method for obtaining these biopolymers needs to be replaced or optimized. The goal of the present review is to ascertain what alternative methods are viable for the industrial-scale production of chitin, chitosan, and their oligomers. Therefore, a detailed review of recent literature was undertaken, focusing on the advantages and disadvantages of each method. The analysis of the existing data allows suggesting that combining conventional, biological, and alternative methods is the most efficient strategy to achieve sustainable production, preventing negative impacts and allowing for the recovery of high added-value compounds from shellfish waste. In conclusion, a new process for obtaining chitinous materials is suggested, with the potential of reducing the consumption of reagents, energy, and water by at least 1/10, 1/4, and 1/3 part with respect to the conventional process, respectively.
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- Juan D Giraldo
- Escuela de Ingeniería Ambiental, Instituto de Acuicultura, Universidad Austral de Chile, Sede Puerto Montt, Balneario Pelluco, Los Pinos s/n, Chile.
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- Departamento de Ciencias Químicas, Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Andres Bello, Autopista Concepción-Talcahuano 7100, Talcahuano, Chile
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- Departamento de Polímeros, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Universidad de Concepción, Casilla 160-C, Concepción, Chile
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- Center of Waste Management and Bioenergy, Scientific and Technological Bioresource Nucleus, BIOREN-UFRO, Universidad de la Frontera, Temuco 4811230, Chile; Agriaquaculture Nutritional Genomic Center (CGNA), Temuco 4780000, Chile
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- Centro de Docencia Superior en Ciencias Básicas, Universidad Austral de Chile, Sede Puerto Montt, Los Pinos s/n. Balneario Pelluco, Puerto Montt, Chile
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- Departamento de Química Orgánica, Escuela de Química, Facultad de Química y de Farmacia, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago 7820436, Chile; Centro de Investigaciones en Nanotecnología y Materiales Avanzados, CIEN-UC, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago 7820436, Chile
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- Universidad San Sebastián, Sede Concepción 4080871, Concepción, Chile
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- Departamento de Suelos y Recursos Naturales, Facultad de Agronomía, Campus Concepción, Casilla 160-C, Universidad de Concepción, Chile; Laboratory of Biofilms and Environmental Microbiology, Center of Biotechnology, Universidad de Concepción, Barrio Universitario s/n, Concepción, Chile
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Isa MT, Abdulkarim AY, Bello A, Bello TK, Adamu Y. Synthesis and characterization of chitosan for medical applications: A review. J Biomater Appl 2024; 38:1036-1057. [PMID: 38553786 DOI: 10.1177/08853282241243010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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Chitosan has gained considerable recognition within the field of medical applications due to its exceptional biocompatibility and diverse range of properties. Nevertheless, prior reviews have primarily focused on its applications, offering limited insights into its source materials. Hence, there arises a compelling need for a comprehensive review that encompasses the entire chitin and chitosan life cycle: from the source of chitin and chitosan, extraction methods, and specific medical applications, to the various techniques employed in evaluating chitosan's properties. This all-encompassing review delves into the critical aspects of chitin and chitosan extraction, with a strong emphasis on the utilization of natural raw materials. It elucidates the various sources of these raw materials, highlighting their abundance and accessibility. Furthermore, a meticulous examination of extraction methods reveals the prevalent use of hydrochloric acid (HCl) in the demineralization process, alongside citric, formic, and phosphoric acids. Based on current review information, these acids constitute a substantial 69.2% of utilization, surpassing other mentioned acids. Of notable importance, the review underscores the essential parameters for medical-grade chitosan. It advocates for a degree of deacetylation (DDA) falling within the range of 85%-95%, minimal protein content <1%, ash content <2%, and moisture content <10%. In conclusion, these crucial factors contribute to the understanding of Chitosan's production for medical applications, paving the way for advancements in biomedical research and development.
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- Bioresources Development Unit, National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency, Abuja, Nigeria
- Bioproduction Department, Bioresources Development Centre, Ilorin, Nigeria
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria
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Kruczkowska W, Gałęziewska J, Grabowska K, Liese G, Buczek P, Kłosiński KK, Kciuk M, Pasieka Z, Kałuzińska-Kołat Ż, Kołat D. Biomedical Trends in Stimuli-Responsive Hydrogels with Emphasis on Chitosan-Based Formulations. Gels 2024; 10:295. [PMID: 38786212 PMCID: PMC11121652 DOI: 10.3390/gels10050295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2024] [Revised: 04/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Biomedicine is constantly evolving to ensure a significant and positive impact on healthcare, which has resulted in innovative and distinct requisites such as hydrogels. Chitosan-based formulations stand out for their versatile utilization in drug encapsulation, transport, and controlled release, which is complemented by their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and non-immunogenic nature. Stimuli-responsive hydrogels, also known as smart hydrogels, have strictly regulated release patterns since they respond and adapt based on various external stimuli. Moreover, they can imitate the intrinsic tissues' mechanical, biological, and physicochemical properties. These characteristics allow stimuli-responsive hydrogels to provide cutting-edge, effective, and safe treatment. Constant progress in the field necessitates an up-to-date summary of current trends and breakthroughs in the biomedical application of stimuli-responsive chitosan-based hydrogels, which was the aim of this review. General data about hydrogels sensitive to ions, pH, redox potential, light, electric field, temperature, and magnetic field are recapitulated. Additionally, formulations responsive to multiple stimuli are mentioned. Focusing on chitosan-based smart hydrogels, their multifaceted utilization was thoroughly described. The vast application spectrum encompasses neurological disorders, tumors, wound healing, and dermal infections. Available data on smart chitosan hydrogels strongly support the idea that current approaches and developing novel solutions are worth improving. The present paper constitutes a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners in the currently evolving field.
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- Weronika Kruczkowska
- Department of Biomedicine and Experimental Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Narutowicza 60, 90-136 Lodz, Poland; (W.K.); (J.G.); (K.G.); (G.L.); (P.B.); (K.K.K.); (Z.P.); (Ż.K.-K.)
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- Department of Biomedicine and Experimental Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Narutowicza 60, 90-136 Lodz, Poland; (W.K.); (J.G.); (K.G.); (G.L.); (P.B.); (K.K.K.); (Z.P.); (Ż.K.-K.)
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- Department of Biomedicine and Experimental Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Narutowicza 60, 90-136 Lodz, Poland; (W.K.); (J.G.); (K.G.); (G.L.); (P.B.); (K.K.K.); (Z.P.); (Ż.K.-K.)
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- Department of Biomedicine and Experimental Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Narutowicza 60, 90-136 Lodz, Poland; (W.K.); (J.G.); (K.G.); (G.L.); (P.B.); (K.K.K.); (Z.P.); (Ż.K.-K.)
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- Department of Biomedicine and Experimental Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Narutowicza 60, 90-136 Lodz, Poland; (W.K.); (J.G.); (K.G.); (G.L.); (P.B.); (K.K.K.); (Z.P.); (Ż.K.-K.)
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- Department of Biomedicine and Experimental Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Narutowicza 60, 90-136 Lodz, Poland; (W.K.); (J.G.); (K.G.); (G.L.); (P.B.); (K.K.K.); (Z.P.); (Ż.K.-K.)
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology and Genetics, University of Lodz, Banacha 12/16, 90-237 Lodz, Poland;
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- Department of Biomedicine and Experimental Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Narutowicza 60, 90-136 Lodz, Poland; (W.K.); (J.G.); (K.G.); (G.L.); (P.B.); (K.K.K.); (Z.P.); (Ż.K.-K.)
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- Department of Biomedicine and Experimental Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Narutowicza 60, 90-136 Lodz, Poland; (W.K.); (J.G.); (K.G.); (G.L.); (P.B.); (K.K.K.); (Z.P.); (Ż.K.-K.)
- Department of Functional Genomics, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Zeligowskiego 7/9, 90-752 Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Biomedicine and Experimental Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Narutowicza 60, 90-136 Lodz, Poland; (W.K.); (J.G.); (K.G.); (G.L.); (P.B.); (K.K.K.); (Z.P.); (Ż.K.-K.)
- Department of Functional Genomics, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Zeligowskiego 7/9, 90-752 Lodz, Poland
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Tsegay ZT, Agriopoulou S, Chaari M, Smaoui S, Varzakas T. Statistical Tools to Optimize the Recovery of Bioactive Compounds from Marine Byproducts. Mar Drugs 2024; 22:182. [PMID: 38667799 PMCID: PMC11050780 DOI: 10.3390/md22040182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2024] [Revised: 04/15/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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Techniques for extracting important bioactive molecules from seafood byproducts, viz., bones, heads, skin, frames, fins, shells, guts, and viscera, are receiving emphasis due to the need for better valorization. Employing green extraction technologies for efficient and quality production of these bioactive molecules is also strictly required. Hence, understanding the extraction process parameters to effectively design an applicable optimization strategy could enable these improvements. In this review, statistical optimization strategies applied for the extraction process parameters of obtaining bioactive molecules from seafood byproducts are focused upon. The type of experimental designs and techniques applied to criticize and validate the effects of independent variables on the extraction output are addressed. Dominant parameters studied were the enzyme/substrate ratio, pH, time, temperature, and power of extraction instruments. The yield of bioactive compounds, including long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, amino acids, peptides, enzymes, gelatine, collagen, chitin, vitamins, polyphenolic constituents, carotenoids, etc., were the most studied responses. Efficiency and/or economic and quality considerations and their selected optimization strategies that favor the production of potential bioactive molecules were also reviewed.
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- Zenebe Tadesse Tsegay
- Department of Food Science and Post-Harvest Technology, College of Dryland Agriculture and Natural Resources, Mekelle University, Mekelle P.O. Box 231, Ethiopia;
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, University of the Peloponnese, Antikalamos, 24100 Kalamata, Greece;
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- Laboratory of Microbial and Enzymatic Biotechnologies and Biomolecules, Center of Biotechnology of Sfax (CBS), University of Sfax, Road of Sidi Mansour Km 6, P.O. Box 1177, Sfax 3018, Tunisia; (M.C.); (S.S.)
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- Laboratory of Microbial and Enzymatic Biotechnologies and Biomolecules, Center of Biotechnology of Sfax (CBS), University of Sfax, Road of Sidi Mansour Km 6, P.O. Box 1177, Sfax 3018, Tunisia; (M.C.); (S.S.)
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, University of the Peloponnese, Antikalamos, 24100 Kalamata, Greece;
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Piri A, Kaykhaii M, Khajeh M, Oveisi AR. Application of a magnetically separable Zr-MOF for fast extraction of palladium before its spectrophotometric detection. BMC Chem 2024; 18:63. [PMID: 38555428 PMCID: PMC10981821 DOI: 10.1186/s13065-024-01171-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024] Open
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In this research, a novel magnetic zirconium-based metal-organic framework (Fe3O4@SiO2@MIP-202, MMOF), was fabricated, fully characterized, and applied for the batch-mode solid phase extraction of trace amounts of Pd2+ ions from water and wastewater samples before its spectrophotometric detection. Pd2+ ions were desorbed from MMOF by nitric acid and were complexed by treating with KI solution to have a maximum absorbance at 410 nm. The synthesized MMOF composite showed a very large surface area (65 m2.g- 1), good magnetization (1.7 emu.g- 1) and a large pore volume (0.059 cm3.g- 1) with adsorption capacity of 194.5 mg of Pd2+ ions/g of the adsorbent. This nanosorbent boasts chemo-mechanical stability, high adsorption capacity due to its vast active sites, and facile recovery facilitated by its magnetic properties. Parameters affecting the extraction efficiency of the method were optimized as pH of the sample 7.4, volume of the sample 25 mL, 15 mg adsorbent, 1 mL of 0.1 M HNO3 eluent, with 10 and 15 min as the extraction and desorption times, respectively. The calibration curve was found to be linear across the 10.0-1500.0 µg.L- 1 range with a limit of detection of 1.05 µg.L- 1. The obtained extraction efficiency and enrichment were 98% and 245, respectively. The total analysis time was less than 30 min. This MMOF has never been used for the extraction of Pd2+ ions before.
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- Amin Piri
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan, 98135-674, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan, 98135-674, Iran.
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Zabol, P.O. Box: 98615-538, Zabol, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Zabol, P.O. Box: 98615-538, Zabol, Iran
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Venkatesan R, Vetcher AA, Al-Asbahi BA, Kim SC. Chitosan-Based Films Blended with Tannic Acid and Moringa Oleifera for Application in Food Packaging: The Preservation of Strawberries ( Fragaria ananassa). Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:937. [PMID: 38611195 PMCID: PMC11013215 DOI: 10.3390/polym16070937] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2024] [Revised: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
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Biobased plastics provide a sustainable alternative to conventional food packaging materials, thereby reducing the environmental impact. The present study investigated the effectiveness of chitosan with varying levels of Moringa oleifera seed powder (MOSP) and tannic acid (TA). Chitosan (CS) biocomposite films with tannic acid acted as a cross-linker, and Moringa oleifera seed powder served as reinforcement. To enhance food packaging and film performance, Moringa oleifera seed powder was introduced at various loadings of 1.0, 3.0, 5.0, and 10.0 wt.%. Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, and scanning electron microscopy analyses were performed to study the structure and morphology of the CS/TA/MOSP films. The scanning electron microscopy results confirmed that chitosan/TA with 10.0 wt.% of MOSP produced a lightly miscible droplet/matrix structure. Furthermore, mechanical properties, swelling, water solubility, optical barrier, and water contact angle properties of the film were also calculated. With increasing Moringa oleifera seed powder contents, the biocomposite films' antimicrobial and antifungal activity increased at the 10.0 wt.% MOSP level; all of the observed bacteria [Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), Escherichia coli (E. coli), Aspergillus niger (A. niger), and Candida albicans (C. albicans)] had a notably increased percentage of growth. The film, with 10.0 wt.% MOSP content, effectively preserves strawberries' freshness, making it an ideal food packaging material.
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- Raja Venkatesan
- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, 280 Daehak-Ro, Gyeongsan 38541, Republic of Korea
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- Institute of Biochemical Technology and Nanotechnology, Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia n.a. P. Lumumba (RUDN), 6 Miklukho-Maklaya Str., 117198 Moscow, Russia;
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- Department of Physics and Astronomy, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia;
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, 280 Daehak-Ro, Gyeongsan 38541, Republic of Korea
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Ansari M, Darvishi A. A review of the current state of natural biomaterials in wound healing applications. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2024; 12:1309541. [PMID: 38600945 PMCID: PMC11004490 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2024.1309541] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2023] [Accepted: 03/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024] Open
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Skin, the largest biological organ, consists of three main parts: the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue. Wounds are abnormal wounds in various forms, such as lacerations, burns, chronic wounds, diabetic wounds, acute wounds, and fractures. The wound healing process is dynamic, complex, and lengthy in four stages involving cells, macrophages, and growth factors. Wound dressing refers to a substance that covers the surface of a wound to prevent infection and secondary damage. Biomaterials applied in wound management have advanced significantly. Natural biomaterials are increasingly used due to their advantages including biomimicry of ECM, convenient accessibility, and involvement in native wound healing. However, there are still limitations such as low mechanical properties and expensive extraction methods. Therefore, their combination with synthetic biomaterials and/or adding bioactive agents has become an option for researchers in this field. In the present study, the stages of natural wound healing and the effect of biomaterials on its direction, type, and level will be investigated. Then, different types of polysaccharides and proteins were selected as desirable natural biomaterials, polymers as synthetic biomaterials with variable and suitable properties, and bioactive agents as effective additives. In the following, the structure of selected biomaterials, their extraction and production methods, their participation in wound healing, and quality control techniques of biomaterials-based wound dressings will be discussed.
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- Mojtaba Ansari
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Meybod University, Meybod, Iran
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Yi K, Miao S, Yang B, Li S, Lu Y. Harnessing the Potential of Chitosan and Its Derivatives for Enhanced Functionalities in Food Applications. Foods 2024; 13:439. [PMID: 38338575 PMCID: PMC10855628 DOI: 10.3390/foods13030439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2023] [Revised: 01/20/2024] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
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As one of the most abundant natural polysaccharides that possess good biological activity, chitosan is extracted from chitin. Its application in the food field is being increasingly valued. However, chitosan extraction is difficult, and its poor solubility limits its application. At present, the extraction methods include the acid-base method, new chemical methods, and biological methods. The extraction rates of chitin/chitosan are 4-55%, 13-14%, and 15-28%, respectively. Different chemical modifications have different effects on chitosan, making it applicable in different fields. This article reviews and compares the extraction and chemical modification methods of chitosan, emphasizing the importance of green extraction methods. Finally, the application prospects of chitosan in the food industry are discussed. This will promote the understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of different extraction methods for chitosan as well as the relationship between modification and application, providing valuable insights for the future development of chitosan.
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- Kexin Yi
- School of Grain Science and Technology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China; (K.Y.); (S.M.); (B.Y.); (S.L.)
- School of Biotechnology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China
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- School of Grain Science and Technology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China; (K.Y.); (S.M.); (B.Y.); (S.L.)
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- School of Grain Science and Technology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China; (K.Y.); (S.M.); (B.Y.); (S.L.)
- School of Biotechnology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China
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- School of Grain Science and Technology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China; (K.Y.); (S.M.); (B.Y.); (S.L.)
- School of Biotechnology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China
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- School of Grain Science and Technology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China; (K.Y.); (S.M.); (B.Y.); (S.L.)
- School of Biotechnology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China
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Adhikary ND, Bains A, Sridhar K, Kaushik R, Chawla P, Sharma M. Recent advances in plant-based polysaccharide ternary complexes for biodegradable packaging. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 253:126725. [PMID: 37678691 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2023] [Revised: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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Polysaccharide-based packaging has been directed toward the development of technologies for the generation of packaging with biodegradable materials that can serve as substitutes for conventional packaging. Polysaccharides are reliable sources of edible packaging materials with excellent renewability, biodegradability, and bio-compatibility as well as antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. Apart from these properties, packaging film developed from a single polysaccharide has various disadvantages due to undesirable properties. Thus, to overcome these problems, researchers focused on ternary blend-based bio-packaging instead of the primary and binary complex to improve their characteristics and properties. The review emphasizes the extraction of polysaccharides and their combination with other polymers to provide desirable characteristics and physico-mechanical properties of the biodegradable film which will upgrade the green packaging technology in the future generation This review also explores the advancement of ternary blend-based biodegradable film and their application in foods with different requirements and the future aspects for developing advanced biodegradable film. Moreover, the review concludes that cellulose, modified starch, and another plant-based polysaccharide film mostly provides good gas barrier property and better tensile strength, which can be used as a safeguard of perishable and semi-perishable foods which brings them closer to replacing commercial synthetic packaging.
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- Nibedita Das Adhikary
- Department of Food Technology and Nutrition, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara 144411, India
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- Department of Microbiology, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara 144411, India
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- Department of Food Technology, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education (Deemed to be University), Coimbatore 641021, India
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun 248007, India
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- Department of Food Technology and Nutrition, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara 144411, India.
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- CARAH ASBL, Rue Paul Pastur, 11, Ath - 7800, Belgium.
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Vieira H, Lestre GM, Solstad RG, Cabral AE, Botelho A, Helbig C, Coppola D, de Pascale D, Robbens J, Raes K, Lian K, Tsirtsidou K, Leal MC, Scheers N, Calado R, Corticeiro S, Rasche S, Altintzoglou T, Zou Y, Lillebø AI. Current and Expected Trends for the Marine Chitin/Chitosan and Collagen Value Chains. Mar Drugs 2023; 21:605. [PMID: 38132926 PMCID: PMC10744996 DOI: 10.3390/md21120605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2023] [Revised: 11/11/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Chitin/chitosan and collagen are two of the most important bioactive compounds, with applications in the pharmaceutical, veterinary, nutraceutical, cosmetic, biomaterials, and other industries. When extracted from non-edible parts of fish and shellfish, by-catches, and invasive species, their use contributes to a more sustainable and circular economy. The present article reviews the scientific knowledge and publication trends along the marine chitin/chitosan and collagen value chains and assesses how researchers, industry players, and end-users can bridge the gap between scientific understanding and industrial applications. Overall, research on chitin/chitosan remains focused on the compound itself rather than its market applications. Still, chitin/chitosan use is expected to increase in food and biomedical applications, while that of collagen is expected to increase in biomedical, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and nutritional applications. Sustainable practices, such as the reuse of waste materials, contribute to strengthen both value chains; the identified weaknesses include the lack of studies considering market trends, social sustainability, and profitability, as well as insufficient examination of intellectual property rights. Government regulations, market demand, consumer preferences, technological advancements, environmental challenges, and legal frameworks play significant roles in shaping both value chains. Addressing these factors is crucial for seizing opportunities, fostering sustainability, complying with regulations, and maintaining competitiveness in these constantly evolving value chains.
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- Helena Vieira
- CESAM—Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies, Department of Environment and Planning, Campus Universitário de Santiago, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (H.V.); (G.M.L.); (S.C.)
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- CESAM—Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies, Department of Environment and Planning, Campus Universitário de Santiago, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (H.V.); (G.M.L.); (S.C.)
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- Nofima Norwegian Institute of Food Fisheries and Aquaculture Research, Muninbakken 9-13, 9019 Tromsø, Norway; (R.G.S.); (K.L.); (T.A.)
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- ECOMARE, CESAM—Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies, Department of Biology, Santiago University Campus, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (A.E.C.); (M.C.L.); (R.C.)
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- GOVCOPP—Research Unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies, DEGEIT, Campus Universitário de Santiago, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal;
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- Fraunhofer Institute for Molecular Biology and Applied Ecology IME, Forckenbeckstrasse 6, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (C.H.); (S.R.)
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- Department of Ecosustainable Marine Biotechnology, Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Via Ammiraglio Ferdinando Acton 55, 80133 Napoli, Italy; (D.C.); (D.d.P.)
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- Department of Ecosustainable Marine Biotechnology, Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Via Ammiraglio Ferdinando Acton 55, 80133 Napoli, Italy; (D.C.); (D.d.P.)
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- Flanders Research Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, ILVO, Aquatic Environment and Quality, Jacobsenstraat 1, 8400 Ostend, Belgium; (J.R.); (K.T.)
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- Research Unit VEG-i-TEC, Department of Food Technology, Safety and Health, Ghent University Campus Kortrijk, Graaf Karel de Goedelaan 5, 8500 Kortrijk, Belgium; (K.R.); (Y.Z.)
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- Nofima Norwegian Institute of Food Fisheries and Aquaculture Research, Muninbakken 9-13, 9019 Tromsø, Norway; (R.G.S.); (K.L.); (T.A.)
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- Flanders Research Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, ILVO, Aquatic Environment and Quality, Jacobsenstraat 1, 8400 Ostend, Belgium; (J.R.); (K.T.)
- Research Unit VEG-i-TEC, Department of Food Technology, Safety and Health, Ghent University Campus Kortrijk, Graaf Karel de Goedelaan 5, 8500 Kortrijk, Belgium; (K.R.); (Y.Z.)
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- ECOMARE, CESAM—Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies, Department of Biology, Santiago University Campus, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (A.E.C.); (M.C.L.); (R.C.)
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- Department of Life Sciences, Chalmers University of Technology, 412 96 Göteborg, Sweden;
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- ECOMARE, CESAM—Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies, Department of Biology, Santiago University Campus, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (A.E.C.); (M.C.L.); (R.C.)
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- CESAM—Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies, Department of Environment and Planning, Campus Universitário de Santiago, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (H.V.); (G.M.L.); (S.C.)
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- Fraunhofer Institute for Molecular Biology and Applied Ecology IME, Forckenbeckstrasse 6, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (C.H.); (S.R.)
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- Nofima Norwegian Institute of Food Fisheries and Aquaculture Research, Muninbakken 9-13, 9019 Tromsø, Norway; (R.G.S.); (K.L.); (T.A.)
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- Research Unit VEG-i-TEC, Department of Food Technology, Safety and Health, Ghent University Campus Kortrijk, Graaf Karel de Goedelaan 5, 8500 Kortrijk, Belgium; (K.R.); (Y.Z.)
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- ECOMARE, CESAM—Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies, Department of Biology, Santiago University Campus, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (A.E.C.); (M.C.L.); (R.C.)
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Yazdi F, Anbia M, Sepehrian M. Recent advances in removal of inorganic anions from water by chitosan-based composites: A comprehensive review. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 320:121230. [PMID: 37659817 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Revised: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/04/2023]
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Chitosan is a modified natural carbohydrate polymer that has been found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans (e.g., lobsters, shrimps, krill, barnacles, crayfish, etc.), mollusks (octopus, oysters, squids, snails), algae (diatoms, brown algae, green algae), insects (silkworms, beetles, scorpions), and the cell walls of fungi (such as Ascomycetes, Basidiomycetes, and Phycomycetes; for example, Aspergillus niger and Penicillium notatum). However, it is mostly acquired from marine crustaceans such as shrimp shells. Chitosan-based composites often present superior chemical, physical, and mechanical properties compared to single chitosan by incorporating the benefits of both counterparts in the nanocomposites. The tunable surface chemistry, abundant surface-active sites, facilitation synthesize and functionalization, good recyclability, and economic viability make the chitosan-based materials potential adsorbents for effective and fast removal of a broad range of inorganic anions. This article reviews the different types of inorganic anions and their effects on the environment and human health. The development of the chitosan-based composites synthesis, the various parameters like initial concentration, pH, adsorbent dosage, temperature, the mechanism of adsorption, and regeneration of adsorbents are discussed in detail. Finally, the prospects and technical challenges are emphasized to improve the performance of chitosan-based composites in actual applications on a pilot or industrial scale.
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- Fatemeh Yazdi
- Research Laboratory of Nanoporous Materials, Faculty of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Farjam Street, Narmak, P.O. Box 16846-13114, Tehran, Iran.
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- Research Laboratory of Nanoporous Materials, Faculty of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Farjam Street, Narmak, P.O. Box 16846-13114, Tehran, Iran.
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- Research Laboratory of Nanoporous Materials, Faculty of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Farjam Street, Narmak, P.O. Box 16846-13114, Tehran, Iran.
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Hu A, Chen L, Geng X, Zhu L, Liu Y, Yang K, Zhu H, Zhu C. Extraction of DNA from trace forensic samples with a modified lysis buffer and chitosan coated magnetic beads. Forensic Sci Int Genet 2023; 67:102932. [PMID: 37713982 DOI: 10.1016/j.fsigen.2023.102932] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2023] [Revised: 08/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/02/2023] [Indexed: 09/17/2023]
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The trace amounts of human tissue cells or body fluids left at the crime scene are often mixed with inhibitors such as rust, pigments, and humic acid. The extraction of the DNA from the trace cells is crucial for the investigation of cases. Usually, specially designed magnetic nanoparticles were chosen by the case investigators to enrich and elute DNA, which was then used for polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and short tandem repeat (STR) analysis. The traditional approach often had the following problems, such as low DNA enrichment efficiency, possible DNA breakage, and complex operations. Here, the 1%(w/v) of chitosan (75% deacetylation degree) was used to modify the 50 nm magnetic nanoparticles to gain the Chitosan@Beads, which theoretically carried positively charged in the pH = 5 of lysis buffer so as to adsorb negatively charged DNA through electrostatic interactions. The XPS and FT-IR results demonstrated that chitosan was successfully attached to the surface of magnetic nanoparticles. A set of simulated samples, containing 20 mg/μL of humic acid, pigments, iron ions (Fe2+, Fe3+), and the coexistence of the above three substances, were prepared to simulate the case scene. Human bronchial epithelial cells were mixed with the 200 μL of the above simulated samples for DNA extraction. 400 μL of lysis buffer, 20 μL of proteinase K (10 mg/mL) and 20 μL of Chitosan@Beads solution (20 mg/mL) was used for cell disruption and DNA enrichment. The extraction sensitivity of Chitosan@Beads was confirmed to be 10 cells, superior to commercial reagent kits. The Chitosan@Beads@DNA can directly use for "In-situ PCR" with elution-free operations. The STR loci rate of DNA extracted by Chitosan@Beads was around 97.9%, higher than the commercial kit (66.7%). In short, we foresee here developed novel Chitosan@Beads and modified lysis buffer could provide a new model for the DNA extraction of forensic trace evidence.
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- Anzhong Hu
- School of Basic Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, China; Anhui Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hefei 230031, China
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- Institute of Forensic Science, Department of Anhui Public Security, Hefei 230061, China
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- Institute of Forensic Science, Department of Anhui Public Security, Hefei 230061, China
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- Anhui Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hefei 230031, China
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- Anhui Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hefei 230031, China
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- Anhui Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hefei 230031, China
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- School of Basic Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, China.
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- Anhui Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hefei 230031, China.
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Xiong A, Ruan L, Ye K, Huang Z, Yu C. Extraction of Chitin from Black Soldier Fly ( Hermetia illucens) and Its Puparium by Using Biological Treatment. Life (Basel) 2023; 13:1424. [PMID: 37511799 PMCID: PMC10381830 DOI: 10.3390/life13071424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2023] [Revised: 06/14/2023] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Chitin is the second-largest natural polymer polysaccharide in nature. Due to its important physical and chemical properties and excellent biocompatibility, safety, and biodegradability, it is widely used in agriculture, medicine, food, environmental protection, and other fields. However, traditional extraction methods cause environmental pollution and damage the structure of chitin. Bioprocessing is an emerging technology that shows great potential. In this research, the puparia and adults of black soldier fly (BSF) (Hermetia illucens L.) were used as raw materials. A continuous fermentation method was designed to extract chitin, by using Bacillus subtilis S4 and Acetobacter pasteurianus AS1.41. The Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy identification results showed that the extracted sample was α-chitin. Under continuous fermentation conditions, the deproteinization (DP) rate, demineralization (DM) rate, chitin yield (CY), and deacetylation degree (DD) of puparium chitin were 33.33%, 94.92%, 59.90%, and 18.52%, respectively. Meanwhile, the DP rate, DM rate, CY, and DD of adult chitin were 46.63%, 90.93%, 47.31%, and 37.38%, respectively. For BSF, B. subtilis S4 had a certain DP ability, and A. pasteurianus AS1.41 had a good DM effect. Moreover, BSF at different developmental stages could affect CY, and a higher concentration of NaOH was more favorable for deacetylation. Overall, simultaneous continuous fermentation could be a new biological approach to extract chitin from BSF.
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- Anqi Xiong
- State Key Laboratory of Biocatalysis and Enzyme Engineering, School of Life Sciences, Hubei University, Wuhan 430062, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biocatalysis and Enzyme Engineering, School of Life Sciences, Hubei University, Wuhan 430062, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biocatalysis and Enzyme Engineering, School of Life Sciences, Hubei University, Wuhan 430062, China
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- Chinese Academy of Sciences, National Technology Innovation Center of Synthetic Biology, Tianjin Institute of Industrial Biotechnology, Tianjin 300308, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biocatalysis and Enzyme Engineering, School of Life Sciences, Hubei University, Wuhan 430062, China
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Kim H, Kim H, Ahn Y, Hong KB, Kim IW, Choi RY, Suh HJ, Han SH. The Preparation and Physiochemical Characterization of Tenebrio molitor Chitin Using Alcalase. Molecules 2023; 28:3254. [PMID: 37050017 PMCID: PMC10096241 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28073254] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Revised: 03/24/2023] [Accepted: 03/30/2023] [Indexed: 04/08/2023] Open
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Chitin is mostly produced from crustaceans, but it is difficult to supply raw materials due to marine pollution, and the commonly used chemical chitin extraction method is not environmentally friendly. Therefore, this study aims to establish a chitin extraction process using enzymes and to develop edible insect-derived chitin as an eco-friendly new material. The response surface methodology (RSM) was used to determine the optimal conditions for enzymatic hydrolysis. The optimal conditions for enzymatic hydrolysis by RSM were determined to be the substrate concentration (7.5%), enzyme concentration (80 μL/g), and reaction time (24 h). The solubility and DDA of the mealworm chitosan were 45% and 37%, respectively, and those of the commercial chitosan were 61% and 57%, respectively. In regard to the thermodynamic properties, the exothermic peak of mealworm chitin was similar to that of commercial chitin. In the FT-IR spectrum, a band was observed in mealworm chitin corresponding to the C=O of the NHCOCH3 group at 1645 cm-1, but this band showed low-intensity C=O in the mealworm chitosan due to deacetylation. Collectively, mealworm chitosan shows almost similar physical and chemical properties to commercial chitosan. Therefore, it is shown that an eco-friendly process can be introduced into chitosan production by using enzyme-extracted mealworms for chitin/chitosan production.
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- Hyemi Kim
- Department of Integrated Biomedical and Life Sciences, Graduate School, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea; (H.K.); (H.K.); (Y.A.); (H.J.S.)
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- Department of Integrated Biomedical and Life Sciences, Graduate School, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea; (H.K.); (H.K.); (Y.A.); (H.J.S.)
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- Department of Integrated Biomedical and Life Sciences, Graduate School, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea; (H.K.); (H.K.); (Y.A.); (H.J.S.)
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Republic of Korea;
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- National Institute of Agriculture Science, Wanju 55365, Republic of Korea; (I.-W.K.)
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- National Institute of Agriculture Science, Wanju 55365, Republic of Korea; (I.-W.K.)
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- Department of Integrated Biomedical and Life Sciences, Graduate School, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea; (H.K.); (H.K.); (Y.A.); (H.J.S.)
- Transdisciplinary Major in Learning Health Systems, Department of Healthcare Sciences, Graduate School, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Institute of Human Behavior & Genetics, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea
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Saravanan A, Kumar PS, Yuvaraj D, Jeevanantham S, Aishwaria P, Gnanasri PB, Gopinath M, Rangasamy G. A review on extraction of polysaccharides from crustacean wastes and their environmental applications. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 221:115306. [PMID: 36682444 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.115306] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Revised: 01/03/2023] [Accepted: 01/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Disposal of biodegradable waste of seashells leads to an environmental imbalance. A tremendous amount of wastes produced from flourishing shell fish industries while preparing crustaceans for human consumption can be directed towards proper utilization. The review of the present study focuses on these polysaccharides from crustaceans and a few important industrial applications. This review aimed to emphasize the current research on structural analyses and extraction of polysaccharides. The article summarises the properties of chitin, chitosan, and chitooligosaccharides and their derivatives that make them non-toxic, biodegradable, and biocompatible. Different extraction methods of chitin, chitosan, and chitooligosaccharides have been discussed in detail. Additionally, this information outlines possible uses for derivatives of chitin, chitosan, and chitooligosaccharides in the environmental, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and food industries. Additionally, it is essential to the textile, cosmetic, and enzyme-immobilization industries. This review focuses on new, insightful suggestions for raising the value of crustacean shell waste by repurposing a highly valuable material.
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- A Saravanan
- Department of Sustainable Engineering, Institute of Biotechnology, Saveetha School of Engineering, SIMATS, Chennai, 602105, India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering, Kalavakkam, 603110, Tamil Nadu, India; Centre of Excellence in Water Research (CEWAR), Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering, Kalavakkam, 603110, Tamil Nadu, India; School of Engineering, Lebanese American University, Byblos, Lebanon.
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- Department of Biotechnology, Vel Tech High Tech Dr. Rangaragan Dr. Sakunthala Engineering College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600062, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Rajalakshmi Engineering College, Chennai, 602105, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Vel Tech High Tech Dr. Rangaragan Dr. Sakunthala Engineering College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600062, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Vel Tech High Tech Dr. Rangaragan Dr. Sakunthala Engineering College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600062, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Vel Tech High Tech Dr. Rangaragan Dr. Sakunthala Engineering College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600062, India
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- School of Engineering, Lebanese American University, Byblos, Lebanon; University Centre for Research and Development & Department of Civil Engineering, Chandigarh University, Gharuan, Mohali, Punjab, 140413, India
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