Effect of storage conditions on industrial sugar retention in energy beets

2015 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Juan M. Vargas-Ramirez ◽  
Dennis P. Wiesenborn
Keyword(s):  
Surface Treatment ◽  
Antimicrobial Agents ◽  
Sugar Industry ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Treatment Temperature ◽  
Beet Sugar ◽  
Storage Atmosphere ◽  
Energy Beet ◽  
And Storage

AbstractEnergy beets could compete with corn grain as important industrial-sugar feedstocks for biofuels. However, long-term energy beet storage is necessary to maximize processing equipment use, and storage conditions may entirely differ from those established in the sugar industry. This work evaluated combined effects of surface treatment, temperature, and storage atmosphere on beet sugar retention. Initially, beets were dipped in solutions of either a senescence inhibitor (N6-benzylaminopurine) or one of two antimicrobial agents (acetic acid and pHresh 10.0r) at weight fractions of 0.05 and 0.1%, and 0.1 and 1%, respectively. Beets were then stored for up to 36 wk either under aerobic conditions or in sealed containers, at 6ºC or 25ºC. Surface treatment did not show a statistically significant effect on sugar retention. Aerobic storage at 25ºC enabled initial beet sugar retention due to dehydration caused by low relative humidity (37%) in air. In contrast, aerobic storage at 6ºC enabled sugar retention for 24 wk; however, sugar retention decreased sharply thereafter to 56%. This decrease coincided with mold appearance on beet surfaces. Beets stored in sealed containers at both temperatures retained 38% of initial sugars. Increasing surface area to better incorporate preservatives into beet tissue could improve long-term sugar retention.

scholarly journals Facile Use of ZnO Nanopowders to Protect Old Manual Paper Documents

Materials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (23) ◽  
pp. 5452
Author(s):  
Ludmila Motelica ◽  
Aurelian Popescu ◽  
Anca-Gabriela Răzvan ◽  
Ovidiu Oprea ◽  
Roxana-Doina Truşcă ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hand Hygiene ◽  
Antimicrobial Agents ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Human Pathogens ◽  
Accessible Method

One of the main problems faced by libraries, archives and collectors is the mold degradation of the paper-based documents, books, artworks etc. Microfungi (molds) emerge in regular storage conditions of such items (humidity, usually over 50%, and temperatures under 21 °C). If the removal of the visible mycelium is relatively easy, there is always the problem of the subsequent appearance of mold as the spores remain trapped in the cellulosic, fibrillary texture, which acts as a net. Moreover, due to improper hand hygiene bacteria contamination, old books could represent a source of biohazard, being colonized with human pathogens. An easy and accessible method of decontamination, which could offer long term protection is therefore needed. Here, we present a facile use of the ZnO nanopowders as antimicrobial agents, suitable for cellulose-based products, conferring an extended antibacterial and anti-microfungal effect. The proposed method does not adversely impact on the quality of the cellulose documents and could be efficiently used for biodegradation protection.

Should phosphatidylethanol be currently analysed using whole blood, dried blood spots or both?

2019 ◽  
Vol 57 (5) ◽  
pp. 617-622 ◽  
Author(s):  
Van Long Nguyen ◽  
Michael Fitzpatrick
Keyword(s):  
Whole Blood ◽  
Blood Cells ◽  
Dried Blood Spots ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Ethanol Metabolism ◽  
Clinical Use ◽  
Blood Spots ◽  
Comparative Review ◽  
And Storage

Abstract Phosphatidylethanol (PEth) are phospholipids produced through non-oxidative ethanol metabolism. They accumulate in red blood cells and have been traditionally analysed in whole blood as potential biomarkers for moderate to long-term alcohol consumption. More recently, their analysis in dried blood spots has been gaining favour, namely, due to the ease in sampling, transport and storage conditions required. This paper aims at providing a short comparative review between analysing PEth in whole blood and dried blood spots and the potential pitfalls that researchers may face when setting up PEth testing for clinical use.

scholarly journals Variation in diffusion of gases through PDMS due to plasma surface treatment and storage conditions

2013 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 91-96 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dmitry A. Markov ◽  
Elizabeth M. Lillie ◽  
Shawn P. Garbett ◽  
Lisa J. McCawley
Keyword(s):  
Surface Treatment ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Plasma Surface ◽  
Plasma Surface Treatment ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Diffusion Of Gases

scholarly journals Preservation of Azotobacter chroococcum vegetative cells in dry polymers

2014 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 201 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Rojas-Tapias ◽  
Oriana Ortega Sierra ◽  
Diego Rivera Botía ◽  
Ruth Bonilla
Keyword(s):  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Azotobacter Chroococcum ◽  
Bacterial Degradation ◽  
Protective Agent ◽  
Degradation Rates ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Temperature Time ◽  
Long Term Preservation

We studied the preservation of Azotobacter chroococcum C26 using three dry polymers: carrageenin, sodium alginate, and HPMC, using a method of accelerated degradation. Bacterial viability, as response variable, was measured at three temperatures in four different times, which was followed by calculation of bacterial degradation rates. Results showed that temperature, time of storage, and protective agent influenced both viability and degradation rates (P;lt;0.05). We observed, using the Arrhenius thermodynamic model, that the use of polymers increased the activation energy of bacterial degradation compared to control. We obtained thermodynamic models for each polymer, based on the Arrhenius equation, which predicted the required time for thermal degradation of the cells at different temperatures. Analysis of the models showed that carrageenin was the best polymer to preserve A. chroococcum C26 since ~ 900 days are required at 4 ºC to reduce its viability in two log units. We conclude, therefore, that long-term preservation of A. chroococcum C26 using dry polymers is suitable under adequate preservation and storage conditions.

scholarly journals ANTIOXIDANT PROPERTIES AND FRUIT QUALITY DURING LONG-TERM STORAGE OF “ROCHA” PEAR: EFFECTS OF MATURITY AND STORAGE CONDITIONS

2010 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
FILIPE J.P. SILVA ◽  
MARIA HELENA GOMES ◽  
FERNANDA FIDALGO ◽  
JOSÉ A. RODRIGUES ◽  
DOMINGOS P.F. ALMEIDA
Keyword(s):  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Long Term Storage ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Term Storage

Response of Longleaf Pine Seeds to Storage Conditions and Pregermination Treatments

1993 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 174-179 ◽  
Author(s):  
James P. Barnett ◽  
John P. Jones
Keyword(s):  
Seed Quality ◽  
Longleaf Pine ◽  
Pinus Palustris ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Operational Conditions ◽  
Long Term Storage ◽  
Processing And Storage ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Term Storage

Abstract Although longleaf pine (Pinus palustris Mill.) seeds are considered the most susceptible of the southern pines to damage during collection, processing, and storage, results of these studies show that high seed quality can be assured for periods up to 20 yr through proper handling and storing techniques. Recommendations for long-term storage include drying seeds to moisture contents of 10% or less and storing at subfreezing temperatures, preferably near 0°F. Reevaluation of stratification treatments applied under operational conditions indicates that the soaking in water that is necessary for seed imbibition reduces total germination in an amount proportional to the length of the soak. Stratification is not recommended except under very controlled conditions. South. J. Appl. For. 17(4):174-179.

scholarly journals Low-moisture food matrices as probiotic carriers

2019 ◽  
Vol 366 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. i49-i59
Author(s):  
Martín Sebastián Marcial-Coba ◽  
Susanne Knøchel ◽  
Dennis Sandris Nielsen
Keyword(s):  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Desiccation Process ◽  
The Matrix ◽  
Food Matrices ◽  
Near Future ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Upper Gastrointestinal ◽  
Selection Of

ABSTRACT To exert a beneficial effect on the host, adequate doses of probiotics must be administered and maintaining their viability until consumption is thus essential. Dehydrated probiotics exhibit enhanced long-term viability and can be incorporated into low-moisture food matrices, which also possess high stability at refrigeration and ambient temperature. However, several factors associated with the desiccation process, the physicochemical properties of the matrix and the storage conditions can affect probiotic survival. In the near future, an increased demand for probiotics based on functionally dominant members of the gut microbiome (‘next-generation probiotics’, NGP) is expected. NGPs are very sensitive to oxygen and efficient encapsulation protocols are needed. Strategies to improve the viability of traditional probiotics and particularly of NGPs involve the selection of a suitable carrier as well as proper desiccation and protection techniques. Dehydrated probiotic microcapsules may constitute an alternative to improve the microbial viability during not only storage but also upper gastrointestinal tract passage. Here we review the main dehydration techniques that are applied in the industry as well as the potential stresses associated with the desiccation process and storage. Finally, low- or intermediate-moisture food matrices suitable as carriers of traditional as well as NGPs will be discussed.

scholarly journals Environment is crucial to the cooking time of beans

2012 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 573-578 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bruna Arruda ◽  
Altamir Frederico Guidolin ◽  
Jefferson Luís Meirelles Coimbra ◽  
Jaqueline Battilana
Keyword(s):  
Storage Time ◽  
Storage Condition ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Cooking Time ◽  
Dependent Manner ◽  
Simple Linear Regression ◽  
Long Term Storage ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Term Storage

The objectives of this study were to understand how genotype, storage time, and storage conditions affect cooking time of beans and to indicate storage techniques that do not affect the cooking time. The grains were subjected to five different storage periods and six different storage conditions. The cooking time was estimated using the Mattson Cooker. The data were subjected to analysis of variance and a subsequent adjustment of simple linear regression for deployment of the interactions between the factors. Contrasts were used to determine the best levels of the factor storage condition. Genotype did not impact cooking time when the storage time and storage conditions were considered. Time and storage conditions affect the cooking time of beans in a dependent manner, but time of storage had the biggest influence. The best conditions for long-term storage of beans ensuring a smaller increase in cooking time is plastic storage at low temperatures. Thus, plastic freezer storage is a practical alternative for consumers.

scholarly journals Measurable Cytokine Concentrations in Pig Seminal Plasma Are Modified by Semen Handling and Storage

Biology ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. 276
Author(s):  
Lorena Padilla ◽  
Isabel Barranco ◽  
Inmaculada Parrilla ◽  
Xiomara Lucas ◽  
Heriberto Rodriguez-Martinez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Seminal Plasma ◽  
Biological Fluids ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Reliable Measurement ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Gm Csf ◽  
Long Term Storage ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Term Storage

Sample handling and storing are critical steps for the reliable measurement of circulating biomolecules in biological fluids. This study evaluates how cytokine measurements in pig seminal plasma (SP) vary depending on semen handling and SP storage. Thirteen cytokines (GM-CSF, IFNγ, IL-1α, IL-1β, IL-1ra, IL-2, IL-4, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10, IL-12, IL-18 and TNFα) were measured using Luminex xMAP® technology in individual seminal plasma (SP) samples (n = 62) from healthy breeding boars. Three separate experiments explored the delay (2 h and 24 h) in SP collection after ejaculation (Experiment 1) and SP storage, either short-term (5 °C, −20 °C and −80 °C for 72 h, Experiment 2) or long-term (at −20 °C and −80 °C for two months, Experiment 3), before analysis. Levels in fresh SP-samples were used as baseline control values. Delays in SP harvesting of up to 24 h did not substantially impact SP cytokine measurements. Some cytokines showed instability in stored SP samples, mainly in long-term storage. Ideally, cytokines in pig SP should be measured in fresh samples harvested within 24 h after ejaculation. If storage of SP is imperative, storage conditions should be adjusted for each cytokine.

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