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Oyster shells water extract ameliorates propylthiouracil-induced goitre in rats via PI3K/AKT/Bcl-2 pathway. 牡蛎壳水提物通过PI3K/AKT/Bcl-2通路改善丙硫脲嘧啶诱导的大鼠甲状腺肿。

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NPJ Science of Food Pub Date : 2025-06-16 DOI: 10.1038/s41538-025-00483-y

Hongyi Zhang, Qiaoling Ma, Weichao Wang, Bin Wang, Jiawen Liu, Fu Wang, Yuan Hu, Lin Chen, Youping Liu, Qi Wang, Hongping Chen

{"title":"Oyster shells water extract ameliorates propylthiouracil-induced goitre in rats via PI3K/AKT/Bcl-2 pathway.","authors":"Hongyi Zhang, Qiaoling Ma, Weichao Wang, Bin Wang, Jiawen Liu, Fu Wang, Yuan Hu, Lin Chen, Youping Liu, Qi Wang, Hongping Chen","doi":"10.1038/s41538-025-00483-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1038/s41538-025-00483-y","url":null,"abstract":"Oysters are recognized for flavor and health benefits, but their shells are regarded as waste, contributing to resource inefficiency. This study investigates the chemical composition and pharmacological activity of oyster shells, using a fraction partitioning approach to separate the oyster shells water extract (WE) into two fractions: WE of extra-membranous (WEE, <1000 kDa) and intra-membranous (WEI, >1000 kDa). Using UPLC-Q-Exactive MS, 231 components were identified such as organic acids, amino acids. ELISA analysis revealed that high-dose WEE significantly increased serum T3, T4, FT3, and FT4 levels while reducing TSH, and improved thyroid tissue lesions. Network pharmacology identified 291 drug-disease intersection targets enriched in the PI3K/AKT pathway. Furthermore, the RT-qPCR and WB results showed that high-dose WEE protected against propylthiouracil-induced goitre by inhibiting the PI3K/AKT/Bcl-2 pathway. This study evaluated the anti-goitre potential properties of WE and provided a theoretical basis for further development of oyster shells as a functional food source.","PeriodicalId":19367,"journal":{"name":"NPJ Science of Food","volume":"9 1","pages":"103"},"PeriodicalIF":6.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144310240","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Network pharmacology and UPLC/MS/MS metabolic profiling unveil the anti-inflammatory potential of Trifolium alexandrinum. 网络药理学和UPLC/MS/MS代谢分析揭示了亚历山大三叶草的抗炎潜力。

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NPJ Science of Food Pub Date : 2025-06-14 DOI: 10.1038/s41538-025-00459-y

Rahma Sr Mahrous, Hoda Fathy, Doaa A Ghareeb, Ali S Abdel-Hamid, Reham S Ibrahim

{"title":"Network pharmacology and UPLC/MS/MS metabolic profiling unveil the anti-inflammatory potential of Trifolium alexandrinum.","authors":"Rahma Sr Mahrous, Hoda Fathy, Doaa A Ghareeb, Ali S Abdel-Hamid, Reham S Ibrahim","doi":"10.1038/s41538-025-00459-y","DOIUrl":"10.1038/s41538-025-00459-y","url":null,"abstract":"Trifolium alexandrinum, commonly known as berseem clover, has long been used in traditional medicine for its diverse therapeutic properties. In this study, we explore the anti-inflammatory potential of T. alexandrinum through an integrated approach combining network pharmacology and LC-MS/MS metabolic profiling. The ethanolic extract of T. alexandrinum was fractionated and analyzed, revealing a rich profile of phytoconstituents, including flavonoids, isoflavonoids, triterpenoid glycosides, and purine nucleosides. Network pharmacology analysis identified key bioactive compounds, such as tryptophan and adenosine, which exhibited strong interactions with inflammation-related genes, including TNF-α, IL-6, IL-1β, and INF-γ, as demonstrated from the \"compound-target-pathway\" constructed network. The arachidonic acid metabolism pathway, which plays a pivotal role in inflammation, was the top-listed pathway in the network. For the sake of confirmation, tryptophan and adenosine were isolated from the butanol fraction, and their structures were elucidated using 1H-NMR, 13C-DEPTQ, and HRESI-MS. In vitro studies using LPS-stimulated WI38 human fibroblast cells demonstrated that the butanol fraction of the extract significantly reduced the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines, with adenosine and tryptophan showing particularly potent anti-inflammatory effects comparable to the synthetic drug piroxicam. These findings suggest that T. alexandrinum and its constituents, particularly polar compounds in the butanol fraction, hold promise as natural anti-inflammatory agents. This study not only elucidates the molecular mechanisms underlying the anti-inflammatory properties of T. alexandrinum but also highlights its potential as a functional food ingredient with both nutritional and therapeutic benefits.","PeriodicalId":19367,"journal":{"name":"NPJ Science of Food","volume":"9 1","pages":"102"},"PeriodicalIF":6.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12167384/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144294174","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Long term compositional profiling of historical tokaji aszú wines. 历史托卡伊酒aszú的长期成分分析。

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NPJ Science of Food Pub Date : 2025-06-14 DOI: 10.1038/s41538-025-00468-x

Ágota Ragyák, Zsófi Sajtos, Edina Baranyai, Elemér László

{"title":"Long term compositional profiling of historical tokaji aszú wines.","authors":"Ágota Ragyák, Zsófi Sajtos, Edina Baranyai, Elemér László","doi":"10.1038/s41538-025-00468-x","DOIUrl":"10.1038/s41538-025-00468-x","url":null,"abstract":"This study examines the elemental composition of unique Tokaji aszú wines produced between 1999 and 2019, representing the longest period for this wine type to date. Twenty-one samples were analyzed using ICP-OES and FTIR techniques. Multivariate statistical analysis revealed significant variations linked to vintage, annual precipitation, sunshine hours, and temperature. Potassium and chromium levels showed strong negative correlations with age, while calcium exhibited a slight increasing trend. FTIR analysis highlighted compositional differences driven by environmental factors, with PCA clustering vintages based on similar weather patterns. These findings emphasize the influence of environmental conditions on the elemental profile of aged aszú wines, offering insights into historical agricultural practices and environmental shifts. The study underscores the value of long-term wine analysis for understanding climate impacts, optimizing future wine production, and preserving the heritage of traditional viticulture. It highlights elemental profiling as a promising tool for historical analysis, environmental assessment, and sustainable viticultural planning.","PeriodicalId":19367,"journal":{"name":"NPJ Science of Food","volume":"9 1","pages":"101"},"PeriodicalIF":6.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12166034/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144294173","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Vitamin D: recent advances, associated factors, and its role in combating non-communicable diseases. 维生素D：最新进展、相关因素及其在防治非传染性疾病中的作用。

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NPJ Science of Food Pub Date : 2025-06-13 DOI: 10.1038/s41538-025-00460-5

Deepika, Anita Kumari, Surender Singh, Md Faruque Ahmad, Debolina Chaki, Vikram Poria, Sandeep Kumar, Neha Saini, Nisha Yadav, Neelam Sangwan, Mona N BinMowyna, Zayed D Alsharari, Nahla Kambal, Jae Han Min, António Raposo

{"title":"Vitamin D: recent advances, associated factors, and its role in combating non-communicable diseases.","authors":"Deepika, Anita Kumari, Surender Singh, Md Faruque Ahmad, Debolina Chaki, Vikram Poria, Sandeep Kumar, Neha Saini, Nisha Yadav, Neelam Sangwan, Mona N BinMowyna, Zayed D Alsharari, Nahla Kambal, Jae Han Min, António Raposo","doi":"10.1038/s41538-025-00460-5","DOIUrl":"10.1038/s41538-025-00460-5","url":null,"abstract":"The field of nutrigenomics has produced numerous studies indicating the impact of vitamin D on various disease conditions. Trace elements of this vitamin in the body play a significant role in the regulation of body metabolism. This immunomodulatory vitamin plays a role in management of both communicable (viz. respiratory illness like COVID-19 and Respiratory tract infections) and non-communicable diseases e.g., cancer, osteomalacia, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Deficient levels, i.e., vitamin D deficiency in body can lead to the onset of chronic non-communicable illnesses. Vitamin D plays a direct and sometimes indirect role in the progression (when deficient) and prevention (when sufficient) of non-communicable diseases. This essential nutrient may be obtained through dietary intake or supplements. However, the absorption of it relies on various factors, including the presence of complementary nutrients, chemical forms, and external stimuli such as UV-B and a healthy gastrointestinal tract. This review discusses vitamin D absorption and its role in non-communicable diseases with updates on methods for evaluating and fortifying this vitamin in varied diets. We also briefly highlight recommended dietary allowances by age group, absorption difficulties, and its significance in non-communicable disorders.","PeriodicalId":19367,"journal":{"name":"NPJ Science of Food","volume":"9 1","pages":"100"},"PeriodicalIF":6.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12166060/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144294075","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Curcumin alleviates visceral adiposity via inhibiting GIP release from hypoxic intestinal damage in MASH rats. 姜黄素通过抑制缺氧肠道损伤的GIP释放来减轻内脏脂肪。

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NPJ Science of Food Pub Date : 2025-06-11 DOI: 10.1038/s41538-025-00466-z

Yingyi Liao, Xingyu Xie, Zixin Lin, Ning Huang, Guilan Wei, Jiazhen Wu, Yucui Li, Jiannan Chen, Ziren Su, Xiuting Yu, Liping Chen, Yuhong Liu

{"title":"Curcumin alleviates visceral adiposity via inhibiting GIP release from hypoxic intestinal damage in MASH rats.","authors":"Yingyi Liao, Xingyu Xie, Zixin Lin, Ning Huang, Guilan Wei, Jiazhen Wu, Yucui Li, Jiannan Chen, Ziren Su, Xiuting Yu, Liping Chen, Yuhong Liu","doi":"10.1038/s41538-025-00466-z","DOIUrl":"10.1038/s41538-025-00466-z","url":null,"abstract":"Visceral adiposity is an important characteristic of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) that affects its development. Curcumin (Cur) attenuates MASH through microbial biotransformation. However, antibiotics (Abx) do not weaken but rather enhance the resistance to weight gain of Cur on MASH rats. The resistance to weight gain mechanism of Cur is different from its anti-MASH effect, which may relate to alleviate visceral adiposity. Here we investigated the mechanism of Cur against visceral adiposity in high-fat diet-induced MASH rats. The results demonstrated that Cur and Abx reduced body, liver and visceral fat weights of MASH rats. Unlike Abx, which induces resistance to weight gain by reducing appetite, Cur mainly reduced the weight of visceral fat, especially that of perirenal fat. Intriguingly, the reduction in perirenal fat caused by Cur was attributed to its specific inhibition of gastric inhibitory polypeptide (GIP) release. The Cur-induced decrease in intestinal GIP release inhibited the activation of GIP receptors to alleviate adipogenesis and inflammation in perirenal adipose tissue. Moreover, Cur alleviated intestinal epithelium and vascular barrier disruption-mediated hypoxia to inhibit GIP release. In summary, the pharmacological effects of Cur on visceral adiposity were mainly contributed by inhibiting gut barrier disruption-mediated hypoxia to attenuate GIP release.","PeriodicalId":19367,"journal":{"name":"NPJ Science of Food","volume":"9 1","pages":"99"},"PeriodicalIF":6.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12159147/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144275491","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Enhanced solubility and bioavailability of coenzyme Q10 via co-amorphous system using stevioside. 通过使用甜菊糖苷的共无定形体系提高辅酶Q10的溶解度和生物利用度。

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NPJ Science of Food Pub Date : 2025-06-07 DOI: 10.1038/s41538-025-00465-0

Yingting Luo, Yuxin Li, Xuening Song, Yuzhuo Wang, Simiao Liu, Fazheng Ren, Hao Zhang

{"title":"Enhanced solubility and bioavailability of coenzyme Q10 via co-amorphous system using stevioside.","authors":"Yingting Luo, Yuxin Li, Xuening Song, Yuzhuo Wang, Simiao Liu, Fazheng Ren, Hao Zhang","doi":"10.1038/s41538-025-00465-0","DOIUrl":"10.1038/s41538-025-00465-0","url":null,"abstract":"Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) plays a vital role in aerobic respiration and cardiovascular diseases; however, its application is limited owing to poor water solubility. In this study, equimolar CoQ10 and stevioside (STE) formed a co-amorphous (CM) system by lyophilization, and its solubility was approximately 63 times higher than that of CoQ10. Through crystal, thermodynamic, and morphological characterization of the formula, the formation of the CM system was confirmed. The intermolecular interactions were investigated by spectroscopies. The relationship of 8 intermolecular interaction sites between the two was confirmed via molecular dynamics simulation, firmly indicating the strong intermolecular forces. Further, CM products remained stable even under accelerated storage conditions, equivalent to 1 year at room temperature. Meanwhile, the area under curve (AUC) values increased by 5 times in the in vivo bioavailability study. In conclusion, the CoQ10 was transformed into an amorphous structure by initially employing STE through intermolecular interactions to enhance solubility.","PeriodicalId":19367,"journal":{"name":"NPJ Science of Food","volume":"9 1","pages":"98"},"PeriodicalIF":6.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12145421/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144248952","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Fermentative factors shape transcriptional response of Lachancea thermotolerans and wine acidification. 发酵因子影响耐高温葡萄球菌转录反应和葡萄酒酸化。

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NPJ Science of Food Pub Date : 2025-06-06 DOI: 10.1038/s41538-025-00467-y

Javier Vicente, Santiago Benito, Domingo Marquina, Antonio Santos

{"title":"Fermentative factors shape transcriptional response of Lachancea thermotolerans and wine acidification.","authors":"Javier Vicente, Santiago Benito, Domingo Marquina, Antonio Santos","doi":"10.1038/s41538-025-00467-y","DOIUrl":"10.1038/s41538-025-00467-y","url":null,"abstract":"Climate change is affecting grape must composition by increasing sugars and reducing organic acids, leading to sluggish fermentations and lower wine quality. Among biological solutions, Lachancea thermotolerans is widely studied for its ability to improve acidity through lactic acid production. This study evaluated how biotic and abiotic factors relevant to climate change influence both wine acidification and the transcriptomic response of L. thermotolerans. We assessed the effects of varying sugar concentrations, pH levels, and organic/inorganic nitrogen ratios, individually and combined. Additionally, we examined how fermentative partners (Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Schizosaccharomyces pombe) affect L. thermotolerans during co-fermentations. Results showed enhanced lactic acid production under high sugar and low organic nitrogen, with Sch. pombe promoting acidification and S. cerevisiae reducing it. These findings provide key insights into the metabolic response of L. thermotolerans and highlight the need to manage fermentation conditions and microbial interactions to improve wine quality in the face of climate change.","PeriodicalId":19367,"journal":{"name":"NPJ Science of Food","volume":"9 1","pages":"97"},"PeriodicalIF":6.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12144311/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144248954","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Enhancing lutein and anthocyanins stability and bioaccessibility through simultaneous encapsulation using coaxial 3D food printing. 通过同轴3D食品打印同时封装，增强叶黄素和花青素的稳定性和生物可及性。

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NPJ Science of Food Pub Date : 2025-06-06 DOI: 10.1038/s41538-025-00439-2

Safoura Ahmadzadeh, Sorour Barekat, Ali Ubeyitogullari

{"title":"Enhancing lutein and anthocyanins stability and bioaccessibility through simultaneous encapsulation using coaxial 3D food printing.","authors":"Safoura Ahmadzadeh, Sorour Barekat, Ali Ubeyitogullari","doi":"10.1038/s41538-025-00439-2","DOIUrl":"10.1038/s41538-025-00439-2","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigated the use of 3D printing to co-encapsulate, protect, and enhance the bioaccessibility of lutein and anthocyanins. Coaxial extrusion 3D printing in a spiral-cube geometry was utilized with lutein-loaded zein as the core material and anthocyanins-loaded corn starch paste as the shell material. The research examined various printing conditions, including starch concentrations of 10% and 11%, and printing temperatures ranging from 45 °C to 85 °C. A comprehensive analysis of the inks' properties, such as printability, viscosity, microstructural characteristics, storage stability, and bioaccessibility of the encapsulated compounds, was conducted. Encapsulated lutein showed only a 29-55% degradation rate after 21 days at 25 °C, while 97% of crude lutein was degraded under the same conditions. Similarly, encapsulated anthocyanins had 42-55% degradation rates depending on the 3D printing conditions compared to 70% for crude anthocyanins. Furthermore, the bioaccessibilities of encapsulated lutein (9.8%) and anthocyanins (37.5%) were significantly higher compared to their crude counterparts (1.5% and 20.3%, respectively). This innovative 3D printing encapsulation system effectively enhances the chemical stability and bioaccessibility of these model bioactive compounds, presenting a promising method for their integration into food products.","PeriodicalId":19367,"journal":{"name":"NPJ Science of Food","volume":"9 1","pages":"96"},"PeriodicalIF":6.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12144210/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144248953","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Raman on the palm: handheld Raman spectroscopy for enhanced traceability of palm oil. 手掌拉曼：手持式拉曼光谱，增强棕榈油的可追溯性。

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NPJ Science of Food Pub Date : 2025-06-05 DOI: 10.1038/s41538-025-00462-3

Joe Stradling, Cassio Lima, Rudi Grosman, Igor Barsukov, Yun Xu, Ernest Teye, Chris Elliott, Howbeer Muhamadali, Royston Goodacre

{"title":"Raman on the palm: handheld Raman spectroscopy for enhanced traceability of palm oil.","authors":"Joe Stradling, Cassio Lima, Rudi Grosman, Igor Barsukov, Yun Xu, Ernest Teye, Chris Elliott, Howbeer Muhamadali, Royston Goodacre","doi":"10.1038/s41538-025-00462-3","DOIUrl":"10.1038/s41538-025-00462-3","url":null,"abstract":"Determining the geographic origin of palm oil in West Africa is vital for economic, environmental, and health reasons. It enhances traceability, protects local farmers, supports conservation by monitoring deforestation, and reduces food fraud, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance. Portable Raman spectroscopy offers a rapid method to identify the origin of palm oils from West Africa. Using principal component analysis (PCA), distinct clusters in scores plots were observed which reflected the geographic origin of the palm oils, with loadings from the first principal component (PC-1) highlighting β-carotene as a major source of variation among the samples. To quantify β-carotene content, a partial least squares regression (PLS-R) model was developed in coconut oil as the base oil as it is known to be β-carotene free. Once calibrated, PLS-R was used to rank the palm oil from West Africa based on their β-carotene levels. The resulting models in coconut oil demonstrated strong linearity and predictive performance, with R² and Q² values of 0.9848 and 0.9552, respectively, alongside low root mean square errors of cross-validation (0.1282 mM) and prediction (0.0747 mM); moreover, this model allows the palm oils to be ranked based on β-carotene content which was entirely reflective of the oils position in PC-1 from PCA. These findings underscore the potential of Raman spectroscopy as an effective tool for authenticating the geographic origin of palm oil from West Africa.","PeriodicalId":19367,"journal":{"name":"NPJ Science of Food","volume":"9 1","pages":"95"},"PeriodicalIF":6.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12141510/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144234669","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Publicly tasting cultivated meat and socially constructing perceived value politics and identity. 公开品尝栽培肉和社会建构感知价值政治和身份。

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NPJ Science of Food Pub Date : 2025-06-04 DOI: 10.1038/s41538-025-00449-0

Suzannah Gerber, Hyeryeon Bae, Isabella Ramirez, Sean B Cash

{"title":"Publicly tasting cultivated meat and socially constructing perceived value politics and identity.","authors":"Suzannah Gerber, Hyeryeon Bae, Isabella Ramirez, Sean B Cash","doi":"10.1038/s41538-025-00449-0","DOIUrl":"10.1038/s41538-025-00449-0","url":null,"abstract":"Cultivated meat (CM), derived from animal cells without traditional animal agriculture, offers potential to address vulnerabilities and reduce negative impacts of meat production. However, CM faces consumer skepticism, regulatory hurdles, and bans in some U.S. and European states. Key gaps in understanding include acceptance, sensory evaluation, and political alignment with existing research relying primarily on hypothetical, experiment-based evaluations. This study is the first to observe consumer acceptance in a public tasting of CM. We conducted an ethnographic analysis combining semi-structured interviews, field observations, and secondary data from media and social media including additional interviews. Using Grounded Theory, we identified themes-American identity, verisimilitude, and the role of government-that inform pathways for CM acceptance. Results reveal the importance of aligning CM with ethical priorities while meeting sensory and transparency expectations to build consumer trust. Widespread adoption may require further innovation, evidence-based communication, and consumer inclusion for CM to be seen as a valuable alternative to conventional meat.","PeriodicalId":19367,"journal":{"name":"NPJ Science of Food","volume":"9 1","pages":"94"},"PeriodicalIF":6.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12137609/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144226089","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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