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  1. Article ; Online: A Comprehensive Strategy for Stepwise Design of a Lab PROTOTYPE for the Removal of Emerging Contaminants in Water Using Cyclodextrin Polymers as Adsorbent Material.

    Hernández Cegarra, Antonio Tomás / Gómez-Morte, Teresa / Pellicer, José Antonio / Vela, Nuria / Rodríguez-López, María Isabel / Núñez-Delicado, Estrella / Gabaldón, José Antonio

    International journal of molecular sciences

    2024  Volume 25, Issue 5

    Abstract: The significant environmental issue of water pollution caused by emerging contaminants underscores the imperative for developing novel cleanup methods that are efficient, economically viable, and that are intended to operate at high capacity and under ... ...

    Abstract The significant environmental issue of water pollution caused by emerging contaminants underscores the imperative for developing novel cleanup methods that are efficient, economically viable, and that are intended to operate at high capacity and under continuous flows at the industrial scale. This study shows the results of the operational design to build a prototype for the retention at lab scale of pollutant residues in water by using as adsorbent material, insoluble polymers prepared by β-cyclodextrin and epichlorohydrin as a cross-linking agent. Laboratory in-batch tests were run to find out the adsorbent performances against furosemide and hydrochlorothiazide as pollutant models. The initial evaluation concerning the dosage of adsorbent, pH levels, agitation, and concentration of pharmaceutical pollutants enabled us to identify the optimal conditions for conducting the subsequent experiments. The adsorption kinetic and the mechanisms involved were evaluated revealing that the experimental data perfectly fit the pseudo second-order model, with the adsorption process being mainly governed by chemisorption. With K
    MeSH term(s) Water ; Furosemide ; Water Pollutants, Chemical/chemistry ; Water Purification/methods ; Cyclodextrins ; Polymers/chemistry ; Adsorption ; Kinetics ; Hydrochlorothiazide ; Hydrogen-Ion Concentration
    Chemical Substances Water (059QF0KO0R) ; Furosemide (7LXU5N7ZO5) ; Water Pollutants, Chemical ; Cyclodextrins ; Polymers ; Hydrochlorothiazide (0J48LPH2TH)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-29
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2019364-6
    ISSN 1422-0067 ; 1422-0067 ; 1661-6596
    ISSN (online) 1422-0067
    ISSN 1422-0067 ; 1661-6596
    DOI 10.3390/ijms25052829
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  2. Article: Combined Effect of Potassium Permanganate and Ultraviolet Light as Ethylene Scavengers on Post-Harvest Quality of Peach at Optimal and Stressful Temperatures

    Alonso-Salinas, Ramiro / Acosta-Motos, José Ramón / Núñez-Delicado, Estrella / Gabaldón, José Antonio / López-Miranda, Santiago

    Agronomy. 2022 Mar. 01, v. 12, no. 3

    2022  

    Abstract: The aim of this study was to evaluate the combination of two ethylene removal methods and temperature on the post-harvest quality of peaches. For this purpose, filters with potassium permanganate (KMnO₄) and lamps emitting ultraviolet light (UV) were ... ...

    Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the combination of two ethylene removal methods and temperature on the post-harvest quality of peaches. For this purpose, filters with potassium permanganate (KMnO₄) and lamps emitting ultraviolet light (UV) were mounted on machines which enabled air movement in the conservation chambers, facilitating the removal of ethylene by KMnO₄ and photocatalysis simultaneously. This system was used at two temperatures, 1 °C and 25 °C, simulating an ideal storage temperature in industry and extreme temperature to observe faster ripening, respectively. The results obtained showed that this combination of ethylene scavengers favoured the efficient elimination of this gas. Consequently, the use of this innovative technique made possible a better preservation of fruit firmness, colour, soluble solids content, pH, total acidity, and maturity index. Moreover, using this method in peaches subjected to 25 °C increased their survival by seven days more than those without this system, indicating the effectiveness of ethylene scavengers even under these extreme temperatures.
    Keywords acidity ; agronomy ; air flow ; color ; ethylene ; fruit quality ; industry ; pH ; peaches ; photocatalysis ; potassium permanganate ; storage temperature ; ultraviolet radiation
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-0301
    Publishing place Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 2607043-1
    ISSN 2073-4395
    ISSN 2073-4395
    DOI 10.3390/agronomy12030616
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  3. Article ; Online: Potential of pulsed light technology for control of SARS-CoV-2 in hospital environments

    Jean, Julie / Rodríguez López, Isabel / Jubinville, Eric / Núñez-Delicado, Estrella / Gómez-López, Vicente M.

    Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. 2021 Feb., v. 215 p.112106-

    2021  

    Abstract: The emergence of the SARS-CoV-2 infection and its potential transmission through touching surfaces in clinical environments have impelled the use of conventional and novel methods of disinfection to prevent its spreading. Among the latter, pulsed light ... ...

    Abstract The emergence of the SARS-CoV-2 infection and its potential transmission through touching surfaces in clinical environments have impelled the use of conventional and novel methods of disinfection to prevent its spreading. Among the latter, pulsed light may be an effective, non-chemical decontamination alternative. Pulsed light technology inactivates microorganisms and viruses by using high intensity polychromatic light pulses, which degrades nucleic acids and proteins. This review describes this technology, compiles and critically analyzes the evidence about the virucidal efficacy of pulsed light technology with view on its potential use against SARS-CoV-2 in touching surfaces in health-care facilities. The efficacy of pulsed light proved against many different kind of viruses allows to conclude that is a suitable candidate to inactivate SARS-CoV-2 as long as the required fluence is applied and the appropriated exposure to contaminated surfaces is guaranteed.
    Keywords Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 ; decontamination ; disinfection ; health services ; hospitals ; photobiology ; photochemistry ; SARS-CoV-2 ; COVID-19 ; Pulsed light ; Hospital-acquired infections ; Touching surfaces
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2021-02
    Publishing place Elsevier B.V.
    Document type Article ; Online
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    ZDB-ID 623022-2
    ISSN 1873-2682 ; 1011-1344
    ISSN (online) 1873-2682
    ISSN 1011-1344
    DOI 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2020.112106
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  4. Article ; Online: Novel combination of ethylene oxidisers to delay losses on postharvest quality, volatile compounds and sensorial analysis of tomato fruit

    Alonso-Salinas, Ramiro / López-Miranda, Santiago / Pérez-López, Antonio J. / Noguera-Artiaga, Luis / Carbonell-Barrachina, Ángel A. / Núñez-Delicado, Estrella / Acosta-Motos, José Ramón

    LWT. 2022 Dec., v. 170 p.114054-

    2022  

    Abstract: Ethylene is a phytohormone naturally produced by plants and fruits (especially climacteric ones) all along the growing stage. During post-harvest, it is one of the main agents involved in the ripening of tomato fruits, even leading to severe quality ... ...

    Abstract Ethylene is a phytohormone naturally produced by plants and fruits (especially climacteric ones) all along the growing stage. During post-harvest, it is one of the main agents involved in the ripening of tomato fruits, even leading to severe quality losses. The aim of the present study was to determine, in tomato fruit, the possible effect of two different ethylene removal through oxidation mechanisms (ultraviolet light and KMnO₄ filters) on postharvest quality, antioxidant capacity, volatile compounds and sensory analysis carried out by experts. Two temperatures were selected for the use of this system, 8 °C and 20 °C. The use of this novel combination of techniques promoted the preservation of the physical and bioactive parameters analysed. A higher presence of volatile compounds related to early stages of fruit ripening was also observed in the treatments where ethylene removal was used, especially in the one where the complete system was used. It is also noteworthy that in the sensory analysis with a panel of experts, the fruit treated with the complete ethylene elimination system received a more favourable evaluation than those that did not incorporate it.
    Keywords antioxidant activity ; climacteric fruits ; ethylene ; oxidation ; sensory evaluation ; storage quality ; tomatoes ; ultraviolet radiation ; Climacteric fruit ; Ethylene scavengers ; Fruit quality ; Solanum lycopersicum L
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-12
    Publishing place Elsevier Ltd
    Document type Article ; Online
    Note Pre-press version ; Use and reproduction
    ZDB-ID 241369-3
    ISSN 0460-1173 ; 0023-6438
    ISSN 0460-1173 ; 0023-6438
    DOI 10.1016/j.lwt.2022.114054
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  5. Article ; Online: Effect of Potassium Permanganate, Ultraviolet Radiation and Titanium Oxide as Ethylene Scavengers on Preservation of Postharvest Quality and Sensory Attributes of Broccoli Stored with Tomatoes

    Alonso-Salinas, Ramiro / López-Miranda, Santiago / González-Báidez, Ana / Pérez-López, Antonio José / Noguera-Artiaga, Luis / Núñez-Delicado, Estrella / Carbonell-Barrachina, Ángel / Acosta-Motos, José Ramón

    Foods. 2023 June 20, v. 12, no. 12

    2023  

    Abstract: This study introduces an effective solution to enhance the postharvest preservation of broccoli, a vegetable highly sensitive to ethylene, a hormone produced by climacteric fruits such as tomatoes. The proposed method involves a triple combination of ... ...

    Abstract This study introduces an effective solution to enhance the postharvest preservation of broccoli, a vegetable highly sensitive to ethylene, a hormone produced by climacteric fruits such as tomatoes. The proposed method involves a triple combination of ethylene elimination techniques: potassium permanganate (KMnO₄) filters combined with ultraviolet radiation (UV-C) and titanium oxide (TiO₂), along with a continuous airflow to facilitate contact between ethylene and these oxidizing agents. The effectiveness of this approach was evaluated using various analytical techniques, including measurements of weight, soluble solids content, total acidity, maturity index, color, chlorophyll, total phenolic compounds, and sensory analysis conducted by experts. The results demonstrated a significant improvement in the physicochemical quality of postharvest broccoli when treated with the complete system. Notably, broccoli subjected to this innovative method exhibited enhanced organoleptic quality, with heightened flavors and aromas associated with fresh green produce. The implementation of this novel technique holds great potential for the food industry as it reduces postharvest losses, extends the shelf life of broccoli, and ultimately enhances product quality while minimizing waste. The successful development and implementation of this new technique can significantly improve the sustainability of the food industry while ensuring the provision of high-quality food to consumers.
    Keywords acidity ; air flow ; broccoli ; chlorophyll ; climacteric fruits ; color ; ethylene ; food industry ; potassium permanganate ; sensory evaluation ; sensory properties ; shelf life ; titanium dioxide ; ultraviolet radiation ; wastes
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2023-0620
    Publishing place Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute
    Document type Article ; Online
    ZDB-ID 2704223-6
    ISSN 2304-8158
    ISSN 2304-8158
    DOI 10.3390/foods12122418
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  6. Article: Effect of Potassium Permanganate, Ultraviolet Radiation and Titanium Oxide as Ethylene Scavengers on Preservation of Postharvest Quality and Sensory Attributes of Broccoli Stored with Tomatoes.

    Alonso-Salinas, Ramiro / López-Miranda, Santiago / González-Báidez, Ana / Pérez-López, Antonio José / Noguera-Artiaga, Luis / Núñez-Delicado, Estrella / Carbonell-Barrachina, Ángel / Acosta-Motos, José Ramón

    Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

    2023  Volume 12, Issue 12

    Abstract: This study introduces an effective solution to enhance the postharvest preservation of broccoli, a vegetable highly sensitive to ethylene, a hormone produced by climacteric fruits such as tomatoes. The proposed method involves a triple combination of ... ...

    Abstract This study introduces an effective solution to enhance the postharvest preservation of broccoli, a vegetable highly sensitive to ethylene, a hormone produced by climacteric fruits such as tomatoes. The proposed method involves a triple combination of ethylene elimination techniques: potassium permanganate (KMnO
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-20
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2704223-6
    ISSN 2304-8158
    ISSN 2304-8158
    DOI 10.3390/foods12122418
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  7. Article ; Online: First progeria monkey model generated using base editor.

    Reddy, Pradeep / Shao, Yanjiao / Hernandez-Benitez, Reyna / Nuñez Delicado, Estrella / Izpisua Belmonte, Juan Carlos

    Protein & cell

    2020  Volume 11, Issue 12, Page(s) 862–865

    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Disease Models, Animal ; Haplorhini/genetics ; Haplorhini/metabolism ; Humans ; Monkey Diseases/genetics ; Monkey Diseases/metabolism ; Progeria/genetics ; Progeria/metabolism
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-07-22
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S. ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2543451-2
    ISSN 1674-8018 ; 1674-8018
    ISSN (online) 1674-8018
    ISSN 1674-8018
    DOI 10.1007/s13238-020-00765-z
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  8. Article ; Online: Potential of pulsed light technology for control of SARS-CoV-2 in hospital environments.

    Jean, Julie / Rodríguez-López, María Isabel / Jubinville, Eric / Núñez-Delicado, Estrella / Gómez-López, Vicente M

    Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. B, Biology

    2020  Volume 215, Page(s) 112106

    Abstract: The emergence of the SARS-CoV-2 infection and its potential transmission through touching surfaces in clinical environments have impelled the use of conventional and novel methods of disinfection to prevent its spreading. Among the latter, pulsed light ... ...

    Abstract The emergence of the SARS-CoV-2 infection and its potential transmission through touching surfaces in clinical environments have impelled the use of conventional and novel methods of disinfection to prevent its spreading. Among the latter, pulsed light may be an effective, non-chemical decontamination alternative. Pulsed light technology inactivates microorganisms and viruses by using high intensity polychromatic light pulses, which degrades nucleic acids and proteins. This review describes this technology, compiles and critically analyzes the evidence about the virucidal efficacy of pulsed light technology with view on its potential use against SARS-CoV-2 in touching surfaces in health-care facilities. The efficacy of pulsed light proved against many different kind of viruses allows to conclude that is a suitable candidate to inactivate SARS-CoV-2 as long as the required fluence is applied and the appropriated exposure to contaminated surfaces is guaranteed.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; COVID-19/transmission ; Hospitals ; Humans ; Infection Control/methods ; Light ; SARS-CoV-2/radiation effects
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-12-28
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 623022-2
    ISSN 1873-2682 ; 1011-1344
    ISSN (online) 1873-2682
    ISSN 1011-1344
    DOI 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2020.112106
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  9. Article ; Online: Cyclodextrins in Polymer-Based Active Food Packaging: A Fresh Look at Nontoxic, Biodegradable, and Sustainable Technology Trends.

    Velázquez-Contreras, Friné / Zamora-Ledezma, Camilo / López-González, Iván / Meseguer-Olmo, Luis / Núñez-Delicado, Estrella / Gabaldón, José Antonio

    Polymers

    2021  Volume 14, Issue 1

    Abstract: Using cyclodextrins (CDs) in packaging technologies helps volatile or bioactive molecules improve their solubility, to guarantee the homogeneous distribution of the complexed molecules, protecting them from volatilization, oxidation, and temperature ... ...

    Abstract Using cyclodextrins (CDs) in packaging technologies helps volatile or bioactive molecules improve their solubility, to guarantee the homogeneous distribution of the complexed molecules, protecting them from volatilization, oxidation, and temperature fluctuations when they are associated with polymeric matrices. This technology is also suitable for the controlled release of active substances and allows the exploration of their association with biodegradable polymer targeting to reduce the negative environmental impacts of food packaging. Here, we present a fresh look at the current status of and future prospects regarding the different strategies used to associate cyclodextrins and their derivatives with polymeric matrices to fabricate sustainable and biodegradable active food packaging (AFP). Particular attention is paid to the materials and the fabrication technologies available to date. In addition, the use of cutting-edge strategies, including the trend of nanotechnologies in active food packaging, is emphasized. Furthermore, a critical view on the risks to human health and the associated updated legislation is provided. Some of the more representative patents and commercial products that currently use AFP are also listed. Finally, the current and future research challenges which must be addressed are discussed.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-12-28
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2527146-5
    ISSN 2073-4360 ; 2073-4360
    ISSN (online) 2073-4360
    ISSN 2073-4360
    DOI 10.3390/polym14010104
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  10. Article ; Online: Effect of PLA Active Packaging Containing Monoterpene-Cyclodextrin Complexes on Berries Preservation.

    Velázquez-Contreras, Friné / García-Caldera, Nelsy / Padilla de la Rosa, José Daniel / Martínez-Romero, Domingo / Núñez-Delicado, Estrella / Gabaldón, José Antonio

    Polymers

    2021  Volume 13, Issue 9

    Abstract: Blackberries and raspberries are highly perishable and fragile products, which limits their shelf life. The effect of biodegradable active packaging of blackberries and raspberries containing 2.5% and 5.0% weight (wt%) of thymol or carvacrol complexed in ...

    Abstract Blackberries and raspberries are highly perishable and fragile products, which limits their shelf life. The effect of biodegradable active packaging of blackberries and raspberries containing 2.5% and 5.0% weight (wt%) of thymol or carvacrol complexed in β-cyclodextrins (β-CDs), successively added to poly(lactic acid) (PLA), and melt-processed by injection molding was evaluated under stored conditions at 4 °C for 21 days, using as reference commercial clamshell and PLA package control samples. Thus, physicochemical, headspace, microbiological, and sensory quality studies were carried out in order to compare the efficacy of the different packages. Concerning weight loss, color, and total phenolic and soluble solids content, significant differences were detected when compared with commercial clamshell packaging. The results show that the PLA packages containing thymol and carvacrol complexes maintained the color, weight, and phenolic content of berries until day 21, with a score up to 45% better compared to commercial clamshell. The headspace analysis detected 101 mg L
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-04-26
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2527146-5
    ISSN 2073-4360 ; 2073-4360
    ISSN (online) 2073-4360
    ISSN 2073-4360
    DOI 10.3390/polym13091399
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