Optimization of microwave‐assisted extraction for anthocyanins,polyphenols, and antioxidants from raspberry (Rubus Coreanus Miq.) using response surface methodology

Anthocyanins (Acys), polyphenols, and antioxidants were extracted from raspberry (Rubus Coreanus Miq.) using a highly efficient microwave‐assisted extraction technique. Different solvents, including methanol, ethanol, and acetone, were tested. The colors of the extracts varied from light yellow to purple red or dark red. SEM and other nutrient analyses verified that ethanol was the most favorable medium for the microwave‐assisted extraction of raspberry due to its high output and low toxicity. Effects of process parameters, including microwave power, irradiation time, and solvent concentration, were investigated through response surface methodology. Canonical analysis estimated that the highest total Acys content, total polyphenols content, and antioxidant activity of raspberry were 17.93 mg cyanidin‐3‐O‐glucoside equivalents per gram dry weight, 38.57 mg gallic acid equivalents per gram dry weight, and 81.24%, respectively. The polyphenol compositions of raspberry extract were identified by HPLC with diode array detection, and nine kinds of polyphenols were identified and quantified, revealing that chlorogenic acid, syringic acid, and rutin are the major polyphenols contained in raspberry fruits. Compared with other fruits and vegetables, raspberry contains higher Acy and polyphenol contents with stronger antioxidant activity, suggesting that raspberry fruits are a good source of natural food colorants and antioxidants.     

Efficient eco-friendly approach towards bimetallic nanoparticles synthesis and characterization using Exiguobacterium aestuarii by statistical optimization

ABSTRACT

Biogenic synthesis of bimetallic nanoparticles (gold – AuNp and selenium – SeNp) using inexpensive Tryptophan Enriched Banana Peel Media for the growth of marine isolate (Exiguobacterium aestuarii SBG4 MH185868). The response surface methodology is employed for optimizing production conditions. The surface plasmon resonance band showed λ_max at 540?nm (AuNp) and 284?nm (SeNp). FTIR and zeta potential analysis confirmed the stability, whereas XRD spectra revealed the nature of nanoparticles obtained at optimum conditions. SEM micrographs showed nanospheres of the following size: AuN, 30?±?5 nm and SeNp, 50?±?5 nm. Biocompatibility of Np evaluated by the hemolytic activity showed <20% hemolysis even at highest concentrations (100?µg/ml). AuNp showed the least cytotoxicity, whereas SeNp showed considerable cytotoxicity against the breast cancer cell lines MCF – 7 and MDA-MB-231. Hence, we utilized the environment-friendly growth media for the controlled synthesis of dual Np using single bacterial strain involving feasible steps in downstream processing.     

Demulsification Efficiency of Some New Demulsifiers Based on 1,3,5-Triethanolhexahydro-1,3,5-triazine

This study mainly concentrates on the synthesis of three novel demulsifiers and the investigation of their demulsification efficiency. The demulsifiers were derived from 1,3,5-triethanolhexahydro-1,3,5-triazine, which was prepared by the reaction of monoethanol amine with formaldehyde. The 1,3,5-triethanolhexahydro-1,3,5-triazine was ethoxylated by introducing 20 units of ethylene oxide and then esterified at different molar ratios with oleic acid (1, 2, and 3) to give three demulsifiers, namely, E₂₀TO, E₂₀TO₂, and E₂₀TO₃. The chemical structures of the prepared demulsifiers were confirmed by ¹H NMR and FTIR spectrum. The demulsification efficiency of these demulsifiers was tested on the natural water-in-oil (w/o) emulsions (50% water content). From the obtained results, it has been found that the investigated demulsifiers have a great potential to break the w/o emulsions. The trioleat ester (E₂₀TO₃) exhibited the maximum demulsification efficiency (96%) after 120 minutes at 55°C.     

Synthesis, structure and luminescence properties of metal-organic frameworks based on benzo-bis(imidazole)

Metal-organic frameworks(MOFs)constructed from conjugated organic ligands are candidates for hybrid photoactive materials with potential applications.Compared to that from the ligands only,the intensity and wavelength of the luminescence could be tuned after they were incorporated in extended framework.In this report,by using an organic ligand with azolate moiety,benzo-bis(imidazole)(H2BBI),we synthesized two new MOF structures.Framework 1([Co(H2BBI)(DMSO)2Cl2]n,DMSO=dimethyl sulfoxide),constructed from tetrahedral Co(II)and H2BBI,exhibits zigzag 1D structure.Meanwhile,framework 2([Cu2(H2BBI)3(DMSO)6(NO3)4]n),a layered structure with hcb topology,was assembled from tetragonal pyramidal Cu(II)and H2BBI.Furthermore,2 exhibits strong luminescence emission(ex=280 nm).A blue shift of 40 nm(from 359 nm to 319 nm)was observed in framework 2 compared to the free ligand,which could be explained by the ligand-to-metal charge transfer in the network.     

Response surface methodology for optimization of heavy metal removal by magnetic biosorbent made from anaerobic sludge

In this study, optimum conditions for adsorption of heavy metals such as Cu²⁺, Cd²⁺ and Pb²⁺ onto a low-cost, magnetically modified-alkali conditioned anaerobically digested sludge (MADS) adsorbent were obtained. Response Surface Methodology (RSM) incorporating Central Composite Design (CCD) of experiments was applied to optimize four independent process variables. Statistical analysis was executed by ANOVA and the quadratic model developed had regression coefficients of 0.959, 0.957 and 0.95 for Cu²⁺, Cd²⁺ and Pb²⁺, respectively. The independent variables such as pH, time and initial concentration positively influenced adsorption capacity, q_e, whereas the value of q_e decreased with an increase in MADS dosage. Model validation experiments for optimization of adsorption process showed comparable results with predicted values. The adsorption capacity of MADS adsorbent at optimum conditions found through RSM analysis was 29.721 mg L^?1, 28.551 mg L^?1 and 28.601 mg L^?1 for Cu²⁺, Cd²⁺ and Pb²⁺ respectively.     

Ru(II)-Catalyzed Hydroarylation of in situ Generated 3,3,3-Trifluoro-1-propyne by C−H Bond Activation: A Facile and Practical Access to β-Trifluoromethylstyrenes

In this study, a practical and straightforward synthesis of β-(E)-trifluoromethylstyrenes by ruthenium-catalyzed C−H bond activation was developed. The readily available and inexpensive 2-bromo-3,3,3-trifluoropropene (BTP), a non-ozone depleting reagent, was used as a reservoir of 3,3,3-trifluoropropyne. With this approach, the monofunctionalization of a panel of heteroarenes was possible in a safe and scalable manner (23 examples, up to 87 % yield). Mechanistic investigations and density functional theory (DFT) calculations were also conducted to get a better understanding of the mechanism of this transformation. These studies suggested that 1) a cyclometallated ruthenium complex enabled the transformation, 2) this complex exhibited high efficiency in this transformation compared to the commercially available [RuCl₂(p-cymene)]₂ and 3) the mechanism proceeded through a bis-cyclometallated ruthenium intermediate for the carboruthenation step.     

核心素养下新旧人教版教材科学探究内容对比分析

基于新课标对核心素养“科学探究与创新意识”的水平划分,分别选择旧教材的“科学探究”栏目和新教材的“探究”栏目作为分析单元,从内容对象、开放水平等2个维度对新旧教材科学探究内容进行分析。分析结果显示,新教材探究活动数目减少,但其开放水平整体提高,减少了无效探究,增加了结构化的探究活动。建议教师充分把握新教材“探究”栏目的新特征,开展素养为本的教学。     

Solvent-free 1,6-conjugate arylation of para-quinone methides: A greener approach to unsymmetrical triarylmethanes

A highly efficient arylation of para-quinone methides (p-QMs) with N,N-dimethylaniline under solvent free condition has been developed, which proceeded via a para-toluenesulfonic acid (TsOH)-promoted 1,6-conjugated addition pathway. This methodology provided a green and sustainable methodology to construct various novel unsymmetrical triarylmethanes (TAMs) with the advantages of good functional group tolerance, scalability, and regioselectivity.     

Solubility of Anthraquinone Derivatives in Supercritical Carbon Dioxide: New Correlations

Solubility of several anthraquinone derivatives in supercritical carbon dioxide was readily available in the literature, but correcting ability of the existing models was poor. Therefore, in this work, two new models have been developed for better correlation based on solid–liquid phase equilibria. The new model has five adjustable parameters correlating the solubility isotherms as a function of temperature. The accuracy of the proposed models was evaluated by correlating 25 binary systems. The proposed models observed provide the best overall correlations. The overall deviation between the experimental and the correlated results was less than 11.46% in averaged absolute relative deviation (AARD). Moreover, exiting solubility models were also evaluated for all the compounds for the comparison purpose.