cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318437.v1
title: Food safety: relation between pesticides and poisoning

description: Abstract Brazil has worldwide relevance in agriculture, as well as being one of the largest consumers of pesticides. This reality associated with underreporting of poisonings, food sample data above the permitted limit of current legislation, possible pesticide flexibilities and increasing smuggling of these products. This study aimed to evaluate the marketing situation in the various regions of Brazil, as well as to relate to the reality of poisoning notifications. It was evaluated in the literature, in the notification systems data platform, statistical tables and commercialization of these products from 2013 to 2017. The reality found was the annual gradual growth in most regions, being the Midwest region with the highest index in 2017 with an average of 180 thousand tons of assets. Among the most commercialized we have the 3 main ones: Glyphosate and its 2,4-D and Mancozebe salts, being classified by Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA) as dangerous (class III). Regarding poisoning, there are discrepant results among notification systems, with Notifiable Diseases Information System (SINAN) having better information with 37 cases in Brazil, while in National Toxic-Pharmacological Information System (SINITOX) in 2017 there is no notification data. A reality with scarce data regarding food poisoning.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318437
title: Food safety: relation between pesticides and poisoning

description: Abstract Brazil has worldwide relevance in agriculture, as well as being one of the largest consumers of pesticides. This reality associated with underreporting of poisonings, food sample data above the permitted limit of current legislation, possible pesticide flexibilities and increasing smuggling of these products. This study aimed to evaluate the marketing situation in the various regions of Brazil, as well as to relate to the reality of poisoning notifications. It was evaluated in the literature, in the notification systems data platform, statistical tables and commercialization of these products from 2013 to 2017. The reality found was the annual gradual growth in most regions, being the Midwest region with the highest index in 2017 with an average of 180 thousand tons of assets. Among the most commercialized we have the 3 main ones: Glyphosate and its 2,4-D and Mancozebe salts, being classified by Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA) as dangerous (class III). Regarding poisoning, there are discrepant results among notification systems, with Notifiable Diseases Information System (SINAN) having better information with 37 cases in Brazil, while in National Toxic-Pharmacological Information System (SINITOX) in 2017 there is no notification data. A reality with scarce data regarding food poisoning.
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.3828601
title: Introducing assassin snails (Anentome helena) as a biological model for exploring multi-prey feeding behaviour of generalist predators

description: Data and R code for Berkhout & Morozov 2021.; Introducing assassin snails (<em>Anentome helena</em>) as a biological model for exploring multi-prey feeding behaviour of generalist predators. All files needed to run the analyses in Berkhout & Morozov 2020.<br> Questions can be directed at papers[at]boriswberkhout.com<br> Updates will be published on www.boriswberkhout.com <br> data folder: contains file with raw data<br> scripts folder: contains helper scripts<br> Data analylis...Rmd Analysis script to be run in Rstudio<br> Data analysis...pdf Pdf produced from Rmd file for convenient checking of the code
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318440
title: Response surface optimization of polysaccharide extraction from Galla Chinensis and determination of its antioxidant activity in vitro

description: Abstract Galla Chinensis was a traditional Chinese medicine used as an ingredient in many prescriptions for the treatment of oxidant damage-associated symptoms in China. The current research on the isolation of polysaccharides from Galla Chinensis and their antioxidant activities still remain as an ongoing challenge. The purpose of this study is to develop an isolation technique for polysaccharides from Galla Chinensis and determine their antioxidant properties in vitro. An ultrasonic-assisted method of polysaccharides extraction from Galla Chinensis were firstly developed and the key parameters were optimized response surface analysis as crushing degree 100 mesh, ultrasonic time 20 min, and materials/liquid ratio 1: 40. The polysaccharides presented dose-dependent antioxidant and free radical scavenging effects in DPPH, ABTS, total antioxidant and Iron ion reduction assays. Moreover, it also demonstrated an effective protective effect for human under H2O2-induced oxidative damage on human embryonic kidneyfibroblast 293 and hepatoma 7721 cells by cell proliferation assay. The study firstly determined the antioxidant activities of polysaccharides from Galla Chinensis, thus providing a new natural resource for future investigation and development of the polysaccharides-based antioxidant drugs, health products or addictives.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318436.v1
title: Determination of in-vitro phenolics, antioxidant capacity and bio-accessibility of Kombucha tea produced from black carrot varieties grown in Turkey

description: Abstract Black carrot, which is an economically important product, is produced extensively in Konya and Hatay regions in Turkey. Kombucha tea is a symbiotic system, comprises of bacteria and yeasts cultures called as SCOBY, and produced by fermentation of sugar and tea leaves. Kombucha samples contained black carrot juice in two concentrations (10 and 20%) and compared with the Kombucha contained green tea leaves. Black carrot varieties were used for enrichment of Kombucha production and investigated in terms of physico-chemical properties and antioxidant capacity. Black carrot samples belonging to the Hatay region, have higher anthocyanin content (660.26 mg C3G/100 g-dw), antioxidant capacity (TEACABTS and TEACCUPRAC; 15.33 ± 0.39 and 21.91 ± 0.28 µmole Trolox/g), total phenolic content (67.22 ± 0.24 mg/g GAE) and bioaccessibility (36.48 ± 0.78 mg/g GAE) comparing to Hatay black carrot variety. The highest anthocyanin content (71.05 mg C3G/100 mL), antioxidant capacity (TEACABTS and TEACCUPRAC; 3.67 ± 0.15 and 12.33 ± 0.11 µmole Trolox/g) were obtained from Kombucha tea containing black carrot juice (20%). According to the sensorial evaluation, panelists stated that the Kombucha samples with Hatay Black carrot juice had a fresh and pleasant taste and flavor due to green tea aroma.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318427.v1
title: Mucuna pruriens fiber: nutritional, functional and biological properties

description: Abstract An evaluation was done of the nutritional, functional and antioxidant properties of fiber residues from Mucuna pruriens bean. Nutritional value was quantified in terms of proximate composition, total dietary fiber (TDF), insoluble dietary fiber (IDF), soluble dietary fiber (SDF) and the Van Soest fiber components. Functional value was assayed by measuring water holding capacity (WHC), oil holding capacity (OHC), water absorption capacity (WAbC), water adsorption capacity (WAdC) and organic molecule absorption capacity (OMAC). Emulsifying capacity was also studied. Biological potential was identified by measuring antioxidant properties, as well as phenols and flavonoids content. Nutritionally, M. pruriens fiber registered 26% of raw fiber, 77.65% TDF, 69.40% IDF and 8.25% SDF. Van Soest fiber components were 61.35% acid detergent fiber (ADF), 66.86% neutral detergent fiber (NDF) and 13.62% acid detergent lignin (ADL). Cellulose and hemicellulose content were 47.73 and 5.51%, respectively. Fiber functional potential values were 3.24 g/g sample for WHC, 1.65 for OHC, 3.61 for WAbC, 0.24 for WAdC and 1.19 for OMAC. The highest emulsifying capacity was registered at pH 4. Antioxidant activity was observed in assays as reducing power, DPPH and ABTS•+, being possibly attributed to components as phenols (2624.80 μg of gallic acid equivalents/mg), and flavonoids (232.71 μg catechin equivalents/mg), quantified at 20mg/mL.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318440.v1
title: Response surface optimization of polysaccharide extraction from Galla Chinensis and determination of its antioxidant activity in vitro

description: Abstract Galla Chinensis was a traditional Chinese medicine used as an ingredient in many prescriptions for the treatment of oxidant damage-associated symptoms in China. The current research on the isolation of polysaccharides from Galla Chinensis and their antioxidant activities still remain as an ongoing challenge. The purpose of this study is to develop an isolation technique for polysaccharides from Galla Chinensis and determine their antioxidant properties in vitro. An ultrasonic-assisted method of polysaccharides extraction from Galla Chinensis were firstly developed and the key parameters were optimized response surface analysis as crushing degree 100 mesh, ultrasonic time 20 min, and materials/liquid ratio 1: 40. The polysaccharides presented dose-dependent antioxidant and free radical scavenging effects in DPPH, ABTS, total antioxidant and Iron ion reduction assays. Moreover, it also demonstrated an effective protective effect for human under H2O2-induced oxidative damage on human embryonic kidneyfibroblast 293 and hepatoma 7721 cells by cell proliferation assay. The study firstly determined the antioxidant activities of polysaccharides from Galla Chinensis, thus providing a new natural resource for future investigation and development of the polysaccharides-based antioxidant drugs, health products or addictives.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318443.v1
title: Improvement of quality characteristics of turkey pâté through optimization of a protein rich ingredient: physicochemical analysis and sensory evaluation

description: Abstract The consumer preference for ready-to-eat foods is growing rapidly, it provides many benefits to health care because it is very rich source of dietary fiber, minerals, and amino acids. The present study was to prepare and evaluate the quality of turkey meat pâté made with a high nutritional value protein-herbal supplement containing cereal flours (oat, rice, corn, and buckwheat). The physicochemical characteristics (pH, aw, color, texture, chemical composition), amino acid profile, sensory and quality analysis for turkey meat pâté were investigated. The use of the protein-herbal supplement decreased lightness (L*) and redness (a*) values but intensified the yellowness (b*) of cooked pâtés. The amount of essential amino acids significantly increased compared to the control sample. The protein-herbal supplement which was developed was proved to be very rich source of unsaturated fatty acids: the content of monounsaturated fatty acids increased by 27.8% and polyunsaturated acids by 0.7% in the final pâté.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318443
title: Improvement of quality characteristics of turkey pâté through optimization of a protein rich ingredient: physicochemical analysis and sensory evaluation

description: Abstract The consumer preference for ready-to-eat foods is growing rapidly, it provides many benefits to health care because it is very rich source of dietary fiber, minerals, and amino acids. The present study was to prepare and evaluate the quality of turkey meat pâté made with a high nutritional value protein-herbal supplement containing cereal flours (oat, rice, corn, and buckwheat). The physicochemical characteristics (pH, aw, color, texture, chemical composition), amino acid profile, sensory and quality analysis for turkey meat pâté were investigated. The use of the protein-herbal supplement decreased lightness (L*) and redness (a*) values but intensified the yellowness (b*) of cooked pâtés. The amount of essential amino acids significantly increased compared to the control sample. The protein-herbal supplement which was developed was proved to be very rich source of unsaturated fatty acids: the content of monounsaturated fatty acids increased by 27.8% and polyunsaturated acids by 0.7% in the final pâté.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318445
title: Trace analysis of environmental endocrine disrupting contaminant bisphenol A in canned, glass and polyethylene terephthalate plastic carbonated beverages of diverse flavors and origin

description: Abstract Bisphenol A (BPA) is a hazardous contaminant demonstrating endocrine disrupting properties, and assumed to be involved in the pathogenesis of various cancer diseases for instance prostate, lung and breast cancer. The objective of the present study was to estimate the BPA amounts in carbonated beverages from the Saudi Arabian market for the first time using an authenticated technique based on solid-phase extraction and ultra-performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. A total of thirty-four carbonated beverages of different flavors, origin and packaging materials were studied. The beverage production periods were from February 2018 to July 2018 containing volume (250-1000 mL), packaging materials were of canned, glass and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic. BPA amounts in canned (0.64-11.41 µg/L), glass bottled (1.92-29.56 µg/L) and PET plastic bottled (0.37-21.83 µg/L) were obtained with recovery (97.64-99.96%). Relatively, glass bottled has offered higher amounts of BPA compared to PET plastic bottled and canned samples. The unforeseen presence of BPA especially in glass bottled emphasizes the ubiquity of such compound beside the food fabrication chain, far off to the food packaging materials. Thus, a further knowledge on BPA amounts in glass bottled samples, in addition to threat assessment studies, is essential to defend human health.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318436
title: Determination of in-vitro phenolics, antioxidant capacity and bio-accessibility of Kombucha tea produced from black carrot varieties grown in Turkey

description: Abstract Black carrot, which is an economically important product, is produced extensively in Konya and Hatay regions in Turkey. Kombucha tea is a symbiotic system, comprises of bacteria and yeasts cultures called as SCOBY, and produced by fermentation of sugar and tea leaves. Kombucha samples contained black carrot juice in two concentrations (10 and 20%) and compared with the Kombucha contained green tea leaves. Black carrot varieties were used for enrichment of Kombucha production and investigated in terms of physico-chemical properties and antioxidant capacity. Black carrot samples belonging to the Hatay region, have higher anthocyanin content (660.26 mg C3G/100 g-dw), antioxidant capacity (TEACABTS and TEACCUPRAC; 15.33 ± 0.39 and 21.91 ± 0.28 µmole Trolox/g), total phenolic content (67.22 ± 0.24 mg/g GAE) and bioaccessibility (36.48 ± 0.78 mg/g GAE) comparing to Hatay black carrot variety. The highest anthocyanin content (71.05 mg C3G/100 mL), antioxidant capacity (TEACABTS and TEACCUPRAC; 3.67 ± 0.15 and 12.33 ± 0.11 µmole Trolox/g) were obtained from Kombucha tea containing black carrot juice (20%). According to the sensorial evaluation, panelists stated that the Kombucha samples with Hatay Black carrot juice had a fresh and pleasant taste and flavor due to green tea aroma.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318446
title: Public awareness, knowledge and sensitivity towards celiac disease and gluten-free diet is insufficient: a survey from Turkey

description: Abstract One of the most challenging aspects of celiac disease management is lack of awareness in public. Aim of the study was to evaluate public awareness and sensitivity on celiac disease and gluten-free diet. 501 individuals in Manisa, Turkey were subjected to a survey to obtain information on demographics, awareness of celiac disease, celiac and gluten-free diet relationship, effect on social life quality and social awareness and sensitivity. Results were analyzed by chi-square test. 43.9% of the public had never heard of celiac disease before. Females were more aware of the disease and gluten-free diet dependency. Majority of the postgraduates (79.6%) recognized the disease. 44.9% of the respondents remarked that celiac patients had hesitations on dining out, while 32.3% found those people restricted for travel and holiday activities. Above one-third of subjects indicated that gluten-free product variety in the market was inadequate. However, more than half had no idea on these. Over 50% felt that, social awareness and sensitivity towards disease was unsatisfactory. This study was conducted to mirror the society’s approach towards celiac patients. It was demonstrated that public’s awareness and sensitivity about celiac disease was scarce. Knowledge of ‘celiac’ needs to be raised.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318448
title: UPLC-MS/MS and Dushman reaction based spectrophotometric method for determination of Ceftazidime, an antibiotic, in medicinal formulation

description: ABSTRACT: Two analytical methods were developed, one utilizing sensitive UPLC-MS/MS method while other being the spectrophotometric method exploiting the Dushman reaction. Both methods were validated based on ICH guidelines and were successfully applied to quantitate the drug in marketed formulation. UPLC-MS/MS method responded linearly in the range of 1.6 µgmL-1-6.4 µgmL-1 while spectrophotometric procedure followed the Beer’s law in the concentration range of 30-100 µgmL-1. UPLC-MS/MS has been found to have a limit of quantitation of 0.97 µgmL-1 while spectrophotometric method was found to quantitate 14.00 µgmL-1 correctly with high precision. Both the methods showed an excellent recovery of 99.36%-100.91% (% RSD 1.05-1.73) and 98.64%-99.73% (%RSD 0.67-1.68) for UPLC-MS/MS and spectrophotometric, respectively.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318449
title: Monitoring environmental microbiological safety in a frozen fruit and vegetable plant

description: Abstract Ensuring food safety is becoming progressively important in frozen foods due to increased demand and consumption worldwide. The Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP) shall support daily operational activities and monitor the lack of process hygiene & sanitation actions to achieve food safety. The aim of this study was implementation of EMP in the frozen fruit and vegetable factory to identify the place that allows for pathogen/indicator microorganism growth and create preventive actions to reduce or eliminate the risk of cross- contamination. A total of 400 swab samples, Zone 1 (n = 228), Zone 2 (n = 90), Zone 3 (n = 52), Zone 4 (n = 30) were examined for E. coli and Coliform, Total Plate Count (TPC), yeast and mold and environmental Listeria spp. The percentage of satisfying target value before vs after the implementation of EMP was 82% vs. 100% for E. coli, 61% vs. 86% for Coliforms, 48% vs. 77% for TPC and 63% vs. 80% for yeast & mold respectively for Zone 1. Environmental Listeria was not determined in any of the zones. Integration of EMP to food safety management systems is essential to prevent outbreaks, recalls and economic losses. In addition to depending on the developing technologies, EMP should be supported with new corrective actions.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318448.v1
title: UPLC-MS/MS and Dushman reaction based spectrophotometric method for determination of Ceftazidime, an antibiotic, in medicinal formulation

description: ABSTRACT: Two analytical methods were developed, one utilizing sensitive UPLC-MS/MS method while other being the spectrophotometric method exploiting the Dushman reaction. Both methods were validated based on ICH guidelines and were successfully applied to quantitate the drug in marketed formulation. UPLC-MS/MS method responded linearly in the range of 1.6 µgmL-1-6.4 µgmL-1 while spectrophotometric procedure followed the Beer’s law in the concentration range of 30-100 µgmL-1. UPLC-MS/MS has been found to have a limit of quantitation of 0.97 µgmL-1 while spectrophotometric method was found to quantitate 14.00 µgmL-1 correctly with high precision. Both the methods showed an excellent recovery of 99.36%-100.91% (% RSD 1.05-1.73) and 98.64%-99.73% (%RSD 0.67-1.68) for UPLC-MS/MS and spectrophotometric, respectively.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318452
title: Influence of roasted and unroasted terebinth (Pistacia terebinthus) on the functional, chemical and textural properties of wire-cut cookies

description: Abstract The study aimed to access the effects of roasted and unroasted terebinth (0, 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50%) added to cookies to improve their physical, chemical, functional, and textural characteristics. The addition of terebinth to the cookie formulation significantly increased the ash, protein, fat, total dietary fiber, total phenolic matter, and antioxidant content and decreased the phytic acid content of the cookie samples. With the addition of roasted and unroasted terebinth, it was determined that L*, b* values of cookies decreased, a* value increased, and all color values were lower than control group. In addition, it was found that the diameter and thickness values of cookies with terebinth addition decreased, and the spread ratio increased. The hardness of cookies produced in the study decreased after terebinth addition. The data obtained in this study showed that using terebinth has potential applications in baked goods without adverse effects on the physical and chemical quality or the functional quality of the product.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14318449.v1
title: Monitoring environmental microbiological safety in a frozen fruit and vegetable plant

description: Abstract Ensuring food safety is becoming progressively important in frozen foods due to increased demand and consumption worldwide. The Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP) shall support daily operational activities and monitor the lack of process hygiene & sanitation actions to achieve food safety. The aim of this study was implementation of EMP in the frozen fruit and vegetable factory to identify the place that allows for pathogen/indicator microorganism growth and create preventive actions to reduce or eliminate the risk of cross- contamination. A total of 400 swab samples, Zone 1 (n = 228), Zone 2 (n = 90), Zone 3 (n = 52), Zone 4 (n = 30) were examined for E. coli and Coliform, Total Plate Count (TPC), yeast and mold and environmental Listeria spp. The percentage of satisfying target value before vs after the implementation of EMP was 82% vs. 100% for E. coli, 61% vs. 86% for Coliforms, 48% vs. 77% for TPC and 63% vs. 80% for yeast & mold respectively for Zone 1. Environmental Listeria was not determined in any of the zones. Integration of EMP to food safety management systems is essential to prevent outbreaks, recalls and economic losses. In addition to depending on the developing technologies, EMP should be supported with new corrective actions.