Technological Changes in Wheat-Based Breads Enriched with Hemp Seed Press Cakes and Hemp Seed Grit

Hemp and hemp seed press cake—a by-product of hemp oil production—are high-protein, gluten-free raw materials that are often used to enhance the nutritional value of breads. The addition of hemp materials, however, often negatively impacts the technological parameters of breads. Consequently, this study investigated whether and how much the addition of various by-products of hemp seed press cakes to wheat bread mixtures adversely affects the texture and colour profile. The texture profile and colour were determined using a texture analyser and tristimulus measurements. The particle size of raw materials was also measured. Principal component analysis was then used to visualise the correlation between all measured values as well as nutritional parameters. The results showed that the addition of only 1% of some hemp raw materials caused significant technological changes (p > 0.05). Hemp raw materials increased bread hardness and decreased elasticity. The colour of breads containing 1% hemp was also visibly darker than the reference bread. The addition of more hemp led to further darkening and the deterioration of the technological parameters of the products. Consequently, while various hemp materials have high nutritional value, a balance with sensory properties, e.g., textural and colour, has to be reached.     

Comparative Evaluation of the Nutrients,Phytochemicals, and Antioxidant Activity of Two Hempseed Oils and Their Byproducts after Cold Pressing

Recently, there has been a growing interest in the recovery of agri-food waste within the circular economy perspective. In this study, the nutritional, phytochemical, and biological features of the cold-pressed hempseed oil (HSO) and hempseed meal (HSM) of two industrial hemp varieties (USO 31 and Futura 75, THC ≤ 0.2%) were evaluated. The HSOs showed a high total phenols and flavonoid content, which were confirmed by LC-DAD-ESI-MS analysis, with rutin as the most abundant compound (56.93–77.89 µg/100 FW). They also proved to be a rich source of tocopherols (81.69–101.45 mg/100 g FW) and of a well-balanced ω-6 to ω-3 fatty acid ratio (3:1) with USO 31, which showed the best phytochemical profile and consequently the best antioxidant activity (about two times higher than Futura 75). The HSMs still retained part of the phytochemicals identified in the HSOs (polyphenols, tocopherols, and the preserved ω-6/ω-3 fatty acids ratio) and a modest antioxidant activity. Furthermore, they showed a very interesting nutritional profile, which was very rich in proteins (29.88–31.44 g/100 g FW), crude fibers (18.39–19.67 g/100 g), and essential and non-essential amino acids. Finally, only a restrained amount of anti-nutritional factors (trypsin inhibitors, phytic acid, and condensed tannins) was found, suggesting a promising re-use of these byproducts in the nutraceutical field.     

高技术产业创新种群的种内关系结构对其创新输出能力的影响

技术创新是多样化的异质性个体企业在一定时空范围内互动作用下涌现出的系统性输出结果.基于动态面板系统GMM模型,利用2009-2018年的省际数据对中国高技术产业创新生态系统中创新种群的种内关系结构与种群创新输出功能的互动影响关系进行研究.研究结果表明:第一,技术创新种群的种群规模尚未达到对外部环境容纳量的理想水平.第二...     

Characterization of the Compounds Released in the Gaseous Waste Stream during the Slow Pyrolysis of Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.)

This study aims to characterize and valorize hemp residual biomass by a slow pyrolysis process. The volatile by-products of hemp carbonization were characterized by several methods (TGA, UV-VIS, TLC, Flash Prep-LC, UHPLC, QTOF-MS) to understand the pyrolysis reaction mechanisms and to identify the chemical products produced during the process. The obtained carbon yield was 29%, generating a gaseous stream composed of phenols and furans which was collected in four temperature ranges (F1 at 20–150 °C, F2 at 150–250 °C, F3 at 250–400 °C and F4 at 400–1000 °C). The obtained liquid fractions were separated into subfractions by flash chromatography. The total phenolic content (TPC) varied depending on the fraction but did not correlate with an increase in temperature or with a decrease in pH value. Compounds present in fractions F1, F3 and F4, being mainly phenolic molecules such as guaiacyl or syringyl derivatives issued from the lignin degradation, exhibit antioxidant capacity. The temperature of the pyrolysis process was positively correlated with detectable phenolic content, which can be explained by the decomposition order of the hemp chemical constituents. A detailed understanding of the chemical composition of pyrolysis products of hemp residuals allows for an assessment of their potential valorization routes and the future economic potential of underutilized biomass.     

Enhanced Oral Bioavailability of β-Caryophyllene in Healthy Subjects Using the VESIsorb® Formulation Technology,a Novel Self-Emulsifying Drug Delivery System (SEDDS)

β-Caryophyllene (BCP), a common constituent of many spice and food plants, is gaining increased attention due to recent research identifying numerous potential health benefits. Due to limited oral bioavailability observed in preclinical models, the described benefits of BCP may be maximized by using a suitable delivery system. Additionally, human pharmacokinetics (PK) remain unknown. This study evaluates the relative oral bioavailability of BCP formulated in a self-emulsifying drug delivery system (SEDDS) based on VESIsorb^® formulation technology (BCP-SEDDS) compared to BCP neat oil. Hence, a randomized, double-blind, cross-over design, single oral dose study (100 mg BCP) in 24 healthy subjects (12 men/12 women) was performed under fasting conditions. Pharmacokinetic parameters were analyzed from individual concentration-time curves. The data show that BCP-SEDDS resulted in a 2.2/2.0-fold increase in AUC_0–12h/AUC_0–24h and a 3.6-fold increase in C_max compared to BCP neat oil. Moreover, BCP was absorbed faster from BCP-SEDDS (T_max: 1.43 h) compared to BCP neat oil (T_max: 3.07 h). Gender analysis revealed that there is no significant difference between men and women for both the investigated formulations and all investigated PK endpoints. In conclusion, BCP-SEDDS offers a well-tolerated and effective oral delivery system to significantly enhance the oral bioavailability of BCP in humans.     

In-Line Monitoring of Bulk Polypropylene Reactors Based on Data Reconciliation Procedures

The main objective of this work is the implementation of a nonlinear dynamic data reconciliation (NDDR) procedure for the in-line monitoring of the bulk propylene polymerization, as performed in a real industrial site. Special attention is given to monitoring of the melt flow index (MI) of the polymer product obtained in an industrial extruder at different operating conditions. In order to do that, a model is developed to describe the polymerization process and the controlled degradation of polypropylene in a reactive extruder. The model is implemented in real time, allowing for in-line and real-time monitoring of the plant operation.     

Biocatalysis: Enzymatic Synthesis for Industrial Applications

Biocatalysis has found numerous applications in various fields as an alternative to chemical catalysis. The use of enzymes in organic synthesis, especially to make chiral compounds for pharmaceuticals as well for the flavors and fragrance industry, are the most prominent examples. In addition, biocatalysts are used on a large scale to make specialty and even bulk chemicals. This review intends to give illustrative examples in this field with a special focus on scalable chemical production using enzymes. It also discusses the opportunities and limitations of enzymatic syntheses using distinct examples and provides an outlook on emerging enzyme classes.     

“钙”世英雄*

钙是一种与人联系极为密切的碱土金属元素,钙化学性质活泼,化合物众多,是一种在生活、科技各个方面都有应用的元素。介绍了钙单质的发现、制备和物化性质,重点围绕钙及其化合物在建筑和人体生命健康领域的应用和重要性展开。     

左旋薄荷醇的合成现状及进展

阐述了左旋薄荷醇的理化性质及其应用现状和全球生产状况. 介绍了薄荷醇的合成思路、已经工业化的合成路线和一些有较高工业应用价值的路线, 并介绍了关于这些路线的最新研究进展. 最后对所介绍的路线进行了总结, 展望了其发展前景.     

工业Fe-Mn催化剂上基于详细反应机理的F-T合成动力学模型Ⅰ.烯烃再吸附动力学研究

 利用转篮式无梯度反应器,在工业Fe-Mn催化剂上,在较宽的工业操作相关的反应条件下进行了F-T合成反应动力学研究. 首次提出了利用转篮式无梯度反应器反应气氛和反应温度均一的优势,将烃生成反应动力学的估算从传统的对烃生成和水煤气变换这两类发生在不同活性中心的反应同时进行估算的方法中分离出来,简化了烃生成动力学模型的计算. 在基于亚甲基插入的亚烷基机理动力学模型基础上,考虑到乙烯与催化剂表面强的相互作用,将乙烯和乙烷的生成动力学参数单独计算. 动力学模型计算的链增长、烷烃和烯烃生成的活化能均与文献报道值具有较好的一致性. 由F-T合成动力学模型计算的合成气消耗速率、甲烷生成速率和C5+的生成速率较好地与实验值吻合. 通过动力学模型并结合实验结果分析发现,未考虑除化学反应之外的非本征因素的烯烃再吸附动力学模型不能够正确预测烃产物分布偏离ASF规律及烯烷比随碳数增加而下降的现象.