Management and control applications in Agriculture domain via a Future Intern…

The Agriculture business domain, as a vital part of the overall supply chain, is expected to highly evolve in the upcoming years via the developments, which are taking place on the side of the Future Internet. This paper presents a novel Business-to-Business collaboration platform from the agri-food sector perspective, which aims to facilitate the collaboration of numerous stakeholders belongin…

Cost analysis model for catalytic conversion of syngas in to light hydrocarbo…

Bio-gasification is a new technology and considered as a more efficient way to utilize bioenergy. The economic feasibility becomes one of the greatest issues when we apply this new technology. Evaluation of economic feasibility of a bio-gasification facility needs better understanding of its production unit cost under different capacities and different working shift modes. The objective of this…

Measuring technical efficiency of potato production in Iran using robust data…

A non-parametric method of data envelopment analysis (DEA) was applied to analyze the technical and scale efficiency of potato production in 23 Iranian provinces. In many real applications, inputs and outputs may be imprecise. In the present study, a robust DEA (RDEA) optimization framework was used to concentrate on DEA with uncertain data. The method was based on six inputs (human labor rent…

Handbook of seismic risk analysis and management of civil infrastructure systems

What makes earthquake risks so catastrophic and dreadful? Possible reasons are attributed to the sudden, unpredictable, involuntary, and large-scale nature of the risks. As a consequence of a devastating earthquake, a tremendous surge of seismic damage and loss may overwhelm the risk-bearing capacities of households, companies, municipalities, and insurers, and may eventually cause serious…

A numerical and an analytical method for optimum planting date determination

Apart from number and size of machines in a farm, operations scheduling can also affect timeliness costs. In this study a new equation was presented for determination of timeliness costs and it was proven that the new equation is a generalization of the well-known ASABE standard equation. Based on the new equation, a parameter namely,timeliness index was defined that indicates the distribution …

Preliminary nitrite, nitrate and colour analysis of Malaysian edible bird’s…

The high nitrite content in edible bird’s nests is a major concern to the local swiftlet industry. It lowers the price of the edible bird’s nests and it brings severe health hazards to consumers and farmers. This research investigated the nitrite and nitrate contents of eight types of local edible bird’s nests by using ion chromatography system and evaluating its colour using the CIE syst…

First testing of an AUV mission planning and guidance system for water qualit…

Recently, underwater vehicles have become low cost, reliable and affordable platforms for performing various underwater tasks. While many aquaculture systems are closed with no harmful output, open net cage fish farms and land-based fish farms can discharge significant amounts of wastewater containing nutrients, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals that impact on the surrounding environment. Althoug…

A 5-bit time to digital converter using time to voltage conversion and integr…

Time to digital converter (TDC) is a key block for time-gated single photon avalanche diode (SPAD) arrays for Raman spectroscopy that applicable in the agricultural products and food analysis. In this paper a new dual slope time to digital converter that employs the time to voltage conversion and integrating techniques for digitizing the time interval input signals is presented. The reference c…

Operational indicators for measuring organizational e-readiness based on fuzz…

Information and communications technology has exponentially grown in recent years and has played a significant role in organizational development. The main purpose of this study was to collect the data needed for the introduction of a new tool for assessing e-readiness in the Agricultural Organization of Guilan Province, Iran. The study population includes agricultural organization experts and…

An intelligent system for egg quality classification based on visible-infrare…

The potential of the visible infrared (Vis–IR) (400–1100 nm) transmittance method to assess the internal quality (freshness) of intact chicken egg during storage at a temperature of 30 ± 7 C and 25 ± 4% relative humidity was investigated. Two hundred chicken egg samples were used for measuring freshness and spectra collection during egg storage (up to 25 days). Two correlation models, fi…

Acquisition of hyponymy relations for agricultural terms from a Japanese stat…

This paper, which aims to increment the vocabulary of an existing thesaurus using hyponymy relations, focuses on an agricultural thesaurus called AGROVOC. Our main goal is to acquire AGROVOC-qualified candidates from the hyponymy relations of legal texts and tables. We propose a pattern-based approach to hyponymy relation acquisition. Our experimental result showed that 222 and 868 candidates a…

Remote monitoring cost minimization for an unreliable sensor network with gua…

In this paper we consider a link-unreliable remote monitoring scenario where the monitoring center is geographically located far away from the region of the deployed sensor network,and sensing data by the sensors in the network will be transferred to the remote monitoring center through a third party telecommunication service. A cost associated with this service will be incurred, which will be…

Real-time recognition of sows in video:A supervised approach

This paper proposes a supervised classification approach for the real-time pattern recognition of sows in an animal supervision system (asup). Our approach offers the possibility of the foreground subtraction in an asup’s image processing module where there is lack ofstatistical information regarding the . A set of 7 farrowing sessions of sows, during day and night, have been captured (appr…

Semantic representation of proved and disproved statements extracted from sci…

The article presents an ontology called ‘‘Science’’ designed for representing proved and disproved statements extracted from scientific papers from the database of the ProOptiBeef project. We argue that the proved and disproved statements are the best characterization of the content of the papers they are extracted from. We show that ontological representation of proved and disproved st…

Energy loss optimization of run-off-road wheels applying imperialist competit…

The novel imperialist competitive algorithm (ICA) has presented outstanding fitness on various optimization problems. Application of meta-heuristics has been a dynamic studying interest of the reliability optimization to determine idleness and reliability constituents. The application of a meta-heuristic evolutionary optimization method, imperialist competitive algorithm (ICA), for minimization…

Wavelet neural network applied for prognostication of contact pressure betwee…

This paper describes the measurement of contact pressure in the context of wheel–terrain interaction as affected by wheel load and tire inflation pressure when fusion of the wavelet transform with the back-propagation (BP) neural network is applied to construct the wavelet neural network contact pressure prediction model. To this aim, a controlled soil bin testing facility equipped with singl…

Time-series prediction of shellfish farm closure:A comparison of alternatives

Shellfish farms are closed for harvest when microbial pollutants are present. Such pollutants are typically present in rainfall runoff from various land uses in catchments. Experts currently use a number of observable parameters (river flow, rainfall, salinity) as proxies to determine when to close farms. We have proposed using the short term historical rainfall data as a time-series prediction…

Uncertainty assessment of a polygon database of soil organic carbon for green…

Canada’s Arctic and sub-arctic consist 46% of Canada’s landmass and contain 45% of the total soil organic carbon (SOC). Pronounced climate warming and increasing human disturbances could induce the release of this SOC to the atmosphere as greenhouse gases. Canada is committed to estimating and reporting the greenhouse gases emissions and removals induced by land use change in the Arctic and…

Development of an intelligent system based on ANFIS for predicting wheat grai…

Energy is regarded as one of the most important elements in agricultural sector. During the last decades energy consumption in agriculture has increased, so finding the relationship between energy consumption and crop yields in agricultural production can help to achieve sustainable agriculture. In this study several adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) models were evaluated to predict…

Fast processing of foreign fiber images by image blocking

In the textile industry, it is always the case that cotton products are constitutive of many types of foreign fibers which affect the overall quality of cotton products. As the foundation of the foreign fiber automated inspection, image process exerts a critical impact on the process of foreign fiber identification. This paper presents a new approach for the fast processing of foreign fiber ima…

Calcium intake, calcium homeostasis and health

Calcium, as the most abundant mineral in human body, is involved in many physiological and pathological processes. Here, we reviewed thekey mechanisms of calcium homeostasis, including calcium sensing receptor regulation, intestinal calcium absorption, renal calcium reabsorptionand bone calcium resorption. We further discussed the roles of dietary calcium and vitamin D in diseases associated wi…

Nutritional composition, in vitro antioxidant and anti-diabetic potentials of…

The present study evaluated the nutritional and total phenolic contents of leaves and fruit of Breynia retusa to study the inhibitory potentialsagainst free radicals, -amylase and -glucosidase enzymes. Proximate composition and anti-nutrient content were investigated in the powderedsamples of leaf and fruit. Total phenolic, flavonoid, vitamin C and E contents were measured by spectrophotometr…

Bioactive peptides on endothelial function

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Food Science and Human Wellness 5 (2016) 1–7

Judul Seri

Food Science and Human Wellness

No. Panggil

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Effects of antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of spice extracts on rawc…

The antimicrobial and antioxidant effects of two spice extracts and their combination on raw chicken meat during storage for 15 days at 4◦Cwere studied. Raw chicken meat was treated with BHT (positive control), rosemary (RO), cloves (CL), and their combination, and the results werecompared to those obtained for raw chicken meat without any additive (negative control). The antioxidant and anti…

Characterization of volatiles Tribolium castaneum (H.) in flour using solidph…

The objective of this study was to identify volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from flour, Tribolium castaneum (Herbst) and flour infested byT. castaneum separately, to confirm the difference of healthy flour and flour infested by T. castaneum and to explore the new technique to diagnosestored flour’s quality by its VOCs change. Headspace-solid phase microextraction (HS-SPME) coupled with gas …

Phenolics extract of Tetrapleura tetraptera fruit inhibits xanthine oxidasean…

The phenolics composition and inhibitory activity of Tetrapleura tetraptera fruit extract on xanthine oxidase (XO) and Fe2+-induced lipidperoxidation in the kidney, liver and lungs tissues of rats were evaluated in vitro. Phenolics (flavonoids and phenolic acids) were quantifiedusing reverse-phase high performance liquid chromatrography coupled with diode array detection (HPLC-DAD). The XO and …

Chemistry and health beneficial effects of oolong tea and theasinensins

Among six major types of tea (white, green, oolong, yellow, black, and dark teas) from Camellia sinensis, oolong tea, a semi-fermented tea,with its own unique aroma and taste, has become a popular consumption as indicated by the increasing production. Representing the characteristicflavonoids of oolong tea, theasinensins are dimeric flavan-3-ols. Many recent studies have indicated that oolong t…

Functional properties, phenolic constituents and antioxidant potentialof indu…

Apple pomace is a waste biomass generated after apple fruit processing. In present investigation, efforts were made to comprehend influenceof differently dried pomace on cell wall properties and phenolic profile. Different drying techniques were employed to remove moisture contentfrom fresh apple pomace. Total dietary fiber yield (74%) and array of functional properties such as density, water a…

Health-promoting microbes in traditional Vietnamesefermented foods: A review

Vietnam has a long history of numerous traditional fermented products that contain a range of microorganisms with favorable technological,preservative, and organoleptic properties for food processing as well as other functional properties. This review emphasizes the most commontraditional Vietnamese fermented foods and their beneficial indigenous bacteria having health-promoting effects. Key…

Antioxidants, anti-proliferative, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic andanti-mi…

The present study, antioxidant, enzyme inhibitory, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity of isolated compounds such as Decussatin(1), Gentiacaulein (2), Swertianin (3), 1,8-dihydroxy-2,6-dimethoxy xanthone (methylswertianin) (4) 8-hydroxy-1,2,4,6-tetramethoxyxanthone(5) and 1,2-dihydroxy-6-methoxyxanthone-8-O--d-xylopyranosyl (6) were investigated using an in vitro model. Results of ant…

Methanol extracts of Brachystegia eurycoma and Detarium microcarpumseeds flou…

The inhibitory effect of methanol extracts of Brachystegia eurycoma and Detarium microcarpum seeds flours on some key enzymes [-amylase,-glucosidase and aldose reductase (AR)] linked to the pathology and complications of type 2 diabetes (T2D); and their antioxidant properties wereevaluated. The antioxidant properties evaluated were DPPH•and ABTS•+scavenging abilities, reducing power, and …

Dietary seaweeds and obesity

Potential therapeutic benefits of seaweed consumption have been reported in the management of body weight and obesity. In vitro and in vivoanimal studies provide the majority of data available at present. The majority of studies assessing the short-term effects of alginate consumptionindicate that alginate may increase satiety, reduce energy intake and support weight reduction. Mechanisms sugge…

Profiles of phenolics, carotenoids and antioxidative capacities of thermalpro…

The objectives of this study were to systematically compare phenolic profiles, carotenoids profiles and antioxidant activities of raw and cookedsweet potatoes of five varieties (white, yellow, orange, light purple and deep purple). Total phenolic content (TPC), monomeric anthocyanin content(MAC), total carotenoid content (TCC), 2-diohenyl-1-picryhydrazyl (DPPH) free radical scavenging capacitie…

Ethylacetate extract of red onion (Allium cepa L.) tunic affectshemodynamic p…

The effects of ethylacetate extract of red onion (Allium cepa) tunic (ACTE) on some hemodynamic and biochemical parameters were evaluatedin normotensive albino rats. Blood pressure parameters were determined in anaesthetized rats orally administered ACTE (10-, 20-, or 40 mg/kg)or ramipril (1 mg/kg) once daily for 14 days. Respectively, 10-, 20-, or 40 mg/kg ACTE produced significant (P < 0.01),…

Studies on antioxidative activities of methanol extract from Murrayapaniculata

Murraya paniculata (L.), a well-known medical plant, has widely been used to treat inflammation, stomach ache, internal and external injuries,and for other purposes. In this study, we determined the reducing, lipid peroxidation inhibition, 1,1-diphenyl-2-picryl-hydrazil radical (DPPH•)scavenging, superoxide anion radical (O2−•) scavenging, hydroxyl radical (HO•) scavenging and hydrogen …

Purification, characterization and kinetics of protease inhibitorfrom fruits …

Double-headed protease inhibitor was isolated, purified and characterized including its kinetics from the fruits of Solanum aculeatissimum Jacq.(SAPI). The inhibitor was purified to homogeneity via four sequential step procedure, i.e., salt precipitation to Sepharose affinity chromatography.The purity was confirmed by reverse phase HPLC chromatography. The molecular mass was detected using size…

New perspectives on probiotics in health and disease

The gut microbiota continues to fascinate scientists in many realms when it is considered that humans contain 90% bacteria. Correlations betweenchanges in composition and activity of the gut microbiota and common disorders such as cancer, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, inflammatorybowel diseases, obesity, oral health, etc. have been proposed. What is the real role of probiotics, prebiotics…

A review: Health promoting lactic acid bacteria in traditional Indonesianferm…

Traditional Indonesian fermented foods can be used as potential sources of probiotics as they commonly contain lactic acid bacteria (LAB),including species of Lactobacillus, Pediococcus, Enterococcus, Weisella and Leuconostoc. The occurrence of LAB in Indonesian fermented foodsis not only limited to lactic fermented foods but is also present in foods with molds as the main starter culture. This…

Phenolics from grapefruit peels inhibit HMG-CoA reductaseand angiotensin-I co…

This study sought to investigate the possible mechanisms for the use of phenolic extracts from grapefruit peels in the management/prevention ofcardiovascular complications. The effects of the phenolic extracts on key enzymes relevant to cardiovascular diseases [3-hydroxy-methyl-3-glutarylcoenzyme A reductase (HMG-CoA reductase) and angiotensin-I converting enzyme (ACE)], cellular antioxidant ac…

Detection of Salmonella and several common Salmonella serotypes in foodby loo…

Salmonella Choleraesuis, S. Enteritidis and S. Typhimurium are the main pathogens that contaminate animal products and cause human Salmonellafood poisoning. To establish the loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) method for the rapid detection of Salmonella and 3 commonSalmonella serotypes, inner and outer primer sets targeting Salmonella invE gene and 3 serotype-specific genes fliC, lyg…

Carvacrol attenuates N-nitrosodiethylamine induced liver injury inexperimenta…

Carvacrol is a main constituent in the essential oils of countless aromatic plants including Origanum Vulgare and Thymus vulgari, which hasbeen assessed for substantial pharmacological properties. In recent years, notable research has been embarked on to establish the biological actionsof Carvacrol for its promising use in clinical applications. The present study is an attempt to reveal the pro…

Scientific and technical aspects of yogurt fortification: A review

Food fortification is one of the most important processes for improvement of the nutrients quality and quantity in food. It can be a very cost effectivepublic health intervention. Due to the high consumption rate of dairy products such as yogurt, fortification of these products will effectively reduceor prevent diseases associated with nutritional deficiencies. The aim of this investigation is …

Nutritional status and effect of seaweed chocolate on anemic adolescent girls

study was carried out to study the nutritional status, develop a product incorporating seaweed and assess its impact on anemic adolescentgirls. Five hundred adolescent girls in the age group of 15–18 years were selected from a women’s college at Kilakarai, Tamil Nadu, India asthe target group to find the prevalence of anemia. Among the 500 subjects 100 with a hemoglobin level of 7–9 g/dL …

Hepatoprotective effect of leaf extracts from Citrus hystrix and C. maximaaga…

The present investigation is aimed to evaluate the hepatoprotective effects of Citrus hystrix and Citrus maxima (Red and White variety) methanolicleaf extracts on paracetamol induced toxicity. Leaf extracts were given in the dose of 200 mg/kg body weight for 7 days and toxicity was inducedby paracetamol (2 g/kg) on day 5. Silymarin (100 mg/kg body weight) was used as reference standard. On the …

Evaluation of free radical scavenging activity of various extractsof leaves f…

The present study was aimed to investigate the in vitro free radical scavenging activity of various leaf extracts (aqueous, methanol, acetonechloroform and petroleum ether) of Kedrostis foetidissima. In vitro free radical scavenging activities of the extracts were assessed against DPPHand hydroxyl radicals. The metal chelating activity and reducing power ability of the extracts were also determ…

Phenolic compounds and its antioxidant activities in ethanolicextracts from s…

Phenolic compounds and its antioxidant activity of extracts from seven cultivars of Chinese jujubes were investigated by high performanceliquid chromatography (HPLC) with standards and different antioxidant evaluation methods, such as phosphomolybdenum assay, superoxideradical scavenging activity (SRSA), hydroxyl radical scavenging activity (HRSA), antihemolytic activity and inhibition of lipid…

Phenolic compounds and its antioxidant activities in ethanolicextracts from s…

Phenolic compounds and its antioxidant activity of extracts from seven cultivars of Chinese jujubes were investigated by high performanceliquid chromatography (HPLC) with standards and different antioxidant evaluation methods, such as phosphomolybdenum assay, superoxideradical scavenging activity (SRSA), hydroxyl radical scavenging activity (HRSA), antihemolytic activity and inhibition of lipid…

Antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of medicinal plants used by theBenti…

Some selected medicinal plants used by Bentian tribe from Indonesia were evaluated for potential antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Theleaves stem bark and root of the plants were extracted with n-hexane, ethyl acetate and ethanol to give respective extracts. Antimicrobial activityagainst Propionibacterium acnes and Candida albicans was determined by an agar well diffusion method. Antiox…

5-Acetyl-6,7,8,4-tetramethylnortangeretin induces apoptosis in multiplemyelo…

Multiple myeloma (MM) is one of the most common hematological malignancies and to date, it remains an incurable disease. In this study,we evaluated the inhibitory effect of 5-acetyloxy-6,7,8,4-tetramethoxyflavone (5-ATMF), a compound from aged citrus peel extracts, on theMM U266 cell line. We found that the compound inhibited cell growth and induced cell apoptosis in multiple apoptotic assays.…

Bone morphogenetic proteins: Relationship between molecular structure andthei…

Bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) are a family of potent, multifunctional growth factors belonging to transforming growth factor- (TGF-). They are highly conservative in structures. Over 20 members of BMPs with varying functions such as embryogenesis, skeletal formation,hematopoiesis and neurogenesis have been identified in human body. BMPs are unique growth factors that can induce the forma…