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{"title":"Development and quality evaluation of value-added candy based on endemic Garcinia morella: A novel food of bodoland territorial regions of Assam, India","authors":"Jonali Brahma,&nbsp;Rangina Brahma,&nbsp;Subhajit Ray,&nbsp;Anuck Islary","doi":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103664","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103664","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The study aimed to process and preserve <em>Garcinia morella</em>, a fruit native to Northeast India, to enhance its value through product development. <em>Garcinia</em> species are rich in bioactive compounds with significant medicinal and nutritional potential but remain underutilized. This research developed five <em>Garcinia</em>-based products: candy, pickle, dehydrated powder, chutney, and a beverage. Preservation techniques such as dehydration and pH control were used to improve shelf stability. A sensory evaluation using the 9-point hedonic scale assessed product acceptability based on appearance, flavor, texture, and aftertaste. The results showed that candy, followed by beverages, was the most preferred product. The candy formulation was optimized using response surface methodology (RSM) by adjusting preparation parameters like pH, cooking temperature, and time. The dependent variables included total flavonoid content (TFC), total phenolic content (TPC), and ascorbic acid content (AAC). Optimal conditions for the highest quality were found to be a cooking temperature of 80 °C, a cooking time of 15 min, and an initial pH of 3.5. The final product contained 4.18 % fiber, 1.84 % protein, and notable levels of AAC (78.9 %), TPC (4.40 %), TFC (30.4 %), and antioxidant activity (33.16 %). A 42-day shelf-life study assessed physicochemical and functional properties, including moisture content, pH, titratable acidity, and microbial counts. Over time, acidity, antioxidant properties, and vitamin C content declined. Sensory analysis showed high initial acceptability (8.33) but decreased to 6.33 by day 21. Stronger preservation methods are necessary to extend shelf life while maintaining quality.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8774,"journal":{"name":"Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology","volume":"68 ","pages":"Article 103664"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144654885","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Enhancing anti-inflammatory activity of noni (Morinda citrifolia L.) juice using lactic acid fermentation by Leuconostoc lactis for developing fermented noni microcapsules as a novel nutraceutical supplement","authors":"Thanh-Thuy Dang ,&nbsp;Thi-Van-Linh Nguyen ,&nbsp;Thi Tuong Vi Tran ,&nbsp;Vinh-Lam Nguyen ,&nbsp;Quoc-Trung Huynh ,&nbsp;Anh Duy Do ,&nbsp;Phuoc-Bao-Duy Nguyen ,&nbsp;Quoc-Duy Nguyen","doi":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103660","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103660","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Noni is a pantropical species with fruits containing bioactive compounds that exhibit significant anti-inflammatory effects, which could be beneficial in managing chronic inflammatory conditions. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of lactic acid fermentation by <em>Leuconostoc lactis</em> on the physicochemical properties, bioactive compounds, and potential anti-inflammatory effect of fruit juice and subsequent freeze-dried fruit juice powder of noni grown in Vietnam. Results showed that fermentation significantly reduced total phenolic content (1650.06–568.56 mg GAE/L) and flavonoid content (1016.06–210.96 mg QE/L) along with antioxidant activity (1035.24–1774.14 to 358.78–959.72 mg TE/L) of noni juice. Despite these reductions, fermented noni juice (FNJ) demonstrated enhanced anti-inflammatory properties, particularly in suppressing pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6 (30.65–35.48 % reduction) and NO (29.67–31.00 % reduction). Interestingly, freeze-dried fermented noni powder (FNP) exhibited higher antioxidant activity than non-fermented samples, with DPPH, ABTS, and FRAP values higher by 6.4 %, 4.1 %, and 16.4 %, respectively. <em>In vitro</em> digestion studies revealed improved bioavailability of phenolics in FNP, with 10.55 % release in the intestinal phase compared to 7.96 % for non-fermented noni powder (NFNP). These results suggest that lactic acid bacteria fermentation can modulate bioactive compound profiles and potentially enhance the functional properties of noni-based products. It is worth noting that the freeze-drying resulted in the total loss of anti-inflammatory properties in unfermented noni extract powder, whereas fermentation partially retained the anti-inflammatory compounds, allowing fermented powder to maintain its anti-inflammatory effects. This study demonstrates that lactic acid fermentation significantly enhances the anti-inflammatory properties of noni extract, making it a promising candidate for functional supplement applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8774,"journal":{"name":"Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology","volume":"67 ","pages":"Article 103660"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144480276","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Extraction and characterization of bioactive compounds from a newly identified bryophyte, Duthiella declinata, and its antimicrobial potential","authors":"Ruturaj S. Shete ,&nbsp;Mahadev B. Kanade ,&nbsp;Shashikant J. Chavan ,&nbsp;Mudasir A. Dar ,&nbsp;Maruti J. Dhanavade","doi":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103659","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103659","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Bryophytes contain diverse and unique bioactive compounds with significant biological activity. Bryophytes represent a valuable yet underexplored group of plants in medicinal research. The present study analyzes the chemical composition of the bryophyte, <em>Duthiella declinata</em> extracts and evaluates its antimicrobial properties against pathogenic bacteria and fungi. The <em>Duthiella declinata</em> extracts demonstrated significant inhibitory activity against both fungal and bacterial pathogens. The highest antibacterial activity was observed in the ethanolic extract, which exhibited an inhibition zone of 20.33 ± 0.58 mm against <em>Bacillus subtilis</em>. The strongest antifungal activity was recorded for the distilled water extract against <em>Aspergillus flavus</em>, with an inhibition zone of 43.33 ± 0.58 mm. Notably, this antifungal activity exceeded that of the nystatin (20.33 ± 0.57 mm), used as a positive control. The LC-MS profile of the methanolic extract revealed the presence of several bioactive compounds, including n-hexadecanoic acid, phytol, 9,12-octadecadienoic acid (Z,Z), and squalene, all known for their antimicrobial and medicinal properties. Among these, phytol and n-hexadecanoic acid were identified as key constituents responsible for the antimicrobial activity. These findings highlight the potential of <em>D. declinata</em> as a novel source of bioactive compounds with promising antimicrobial properties, underscoring its therapeutic importance.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8774,"journal":{"name":"Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology","volume":"67 ","pages":"Article 103659"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144492144","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Optimization using Box-Behnken design of biodiesel synthesis: Microwave-assisted transesterification of coconut oil with isopropyl alcohol using K2O/γ-Al2O3 catalyst","authors":"Mahfud Mahfud ,&nbsp;Rheinanda Rachmaditasari ,&nbsp;Ansori Ansori ,&nbsp;Andi Suryanto ,&nbsp;Bambang Sardi","doi":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103657","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103657","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The production of isopropyl ester (biodiesel) from coconut oil using a K₂O/γ-Al₂O₃ catalyst derived from alum, combined with microwave-assisted transesterification, demonstrates strong potential for enhancing biodiesel production efficiency. This study aimed to optimize reaction parameters and evaluate the kinetic behavior, product composition, and physicochemical properties of the resulting biodiesel. Reaction temperature (60–80 °C), catalyst concentration (1–5 wt.%), and reaction time (5–30 min) were selected as independent variables, with ester yield as the response. Kinetic analysis showed that the transesterification reaction followed a second-order model with an activation energy of 21.26 kJ/mol, facilitated by microwave-induced molecular collisions. Optimization using the Box-Behnken design (BBD) identified optimal conditions at 68.48 °C, 3.22 wt% catalyst, and 20.96 min, achieving a maximum yield of 70.50 wt%. GC-FID analysis confirmed isopropyl laurate (39.47 wt%) as the major component. The produced biodiesel exhibited favorable fuel properties: a cetane number of 62.4, flash point of 164 °C, viscosity of 4.59 mm²/s, density of 878 kg/m³, and cloud and pour points of 11 °C and 8 °C, respectively. These properties meet ASTM D6751 and Indonesian National Standard (SNI 7182:2015), supporting its applicability as a high-quality, renewable diesel fuel. This study underscores the effectiveness of integrating heterogeneous catalysis with microwave technology for sustainable biodiesel production.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8774,"journal":{"name":"Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology","volume":"67 ","pages":"Article 103657"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144491695","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Mathematical modeling of the batch kinetics of carotenoid production by Sporidiobolus salmonicolor CBS 2636","authors":"Jaqueline Sulkovski Mecca,&nbsp;Pihetra Oliveira Tatsch,&nbsp;Patrícia Griep,&nbsp;Rosicler Colet,&nbsp;Alexander Junges,&nbsp;Marco Antônio Sampaio Ferraz de Souza,&nbsp;Eunice Valduga","doi":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103651","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103651","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study presents a mass conservation model to predict kinetics of carotenoid production by <em>Sporidiobolus salmonicolor</em> CBS 2636 in a batch bioreactor. Traditional models such as Monod and Levenspiel fail to account for unconsumed substrate during carotenoid synthesis. To address this limitation, an additional differential equation was incorporated into the mass balance, capturing residual substrate and improving predictions of product formation. The equations were implemented in Maple, and model parameters were adjusted using experimental data. The proposed model accurately predicted both carotenoid production and residual substrate (glucose) levels, achieving a maximum carotenoid concentration of 3418.9 μg/L at 90 h, and a specific production of 390 μg/g of cells. Although the Levenspiel model better fit the experimental data due to product inhibition effects, neither it nor the Monod model adequately described substrate consumption. The inclusion of a residual substrate equation significantly enhanced model accuracy. The results showed high glucose concentrations after 50 h, <em>S. salmonicolor</em> may utilize alternative carbon sources present in the medium—such as peptone or malt extract—for carotenoid biosynthesis. Although this hypothesis is supported by the observed metabolic behavior, further studies are needed to experimentally verify the contribution of these components. This work underscores the importance of advanced mathematical modeling for optimizing bioprocess control and highlights the need for improved monitoring strategies in biotechnology.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8774,"journal":{"name":"Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology","volume":"67 ","pages":"Article 103651"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144492142","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Green kitchen waste synthesized iron nanoparticles: Antifungal activity and growth promotion in tomato plants","authors":"Nikita Yadav ,&nbsp;Shalini Jain ,&nbsp;Vartika Parashar ,&nbsp;Priyanka Yadav ,&nbsp;Nidhi Gupta ,&nbsp;Sreemoyee Chatterjee","doi":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103647","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103647","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The menace of early blight disease, caused by <em>Alternaria solani</em>, threatens tomato cultivation, necessitating eco-friendly alternatives to chemical fungicides. This study explores iron nanoparticles synthesized from kitchen waste (KW-FeNPs) at various concentrations (1000-125 ppm) for enhancing tomato growth and disease resistance. Building upon a prior investigation into the growth-promoting potential of these FeNPs in <em>Vigna radiata</em> seedlings and plantlets, our present <em>in vitro</em> analyses revealed impressively low minimum inhibitory (MIC) of KW-FeNPs at 125 ppm and fungicidal concentration (MFC) at 500 ppm, with strong inhibition of <em>A. solani</em> spore germination. KW-FeNPs treatment increased salicylic acid levels (1.986 ± 0.001 μg/ml), enhancing plant defense. The <em>in vivo</em> studies showed a substantial increase in root and shoot length which became evident on the 14th day (3 ± 0.08 cm and 4.13 ± 0.08 cm, respectively), particularly at a concentration of 125 ppm of KW-FeNPs, alongside enhanced chlorophyll content. The SEM analysis showed fungal morphological disruptions, confirming antifungal activity. These findings highlight KW-FeNPs as a sustainable alternative for managing early blight while reducing agriculture's ecological impact.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8774,"journal":{"name":"Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology","volume":"67 ","pages":"Article 103647"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144501485","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effects of Beauveria bassiana on Tenebrio molitor (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae) and its impact on catalase and glutathione S-transferase enzymes","authors":"Perumal Vivekanandhan ,&nbsp;Mohammed Qasim Waheeb","doi":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103654","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103654","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study employed the insect bait method to isolate native entomopathogenic fungi (EPF) from soil samples. Additionally, the research examined fungi pathogenicity against different life stages of <em>Tenebrio molitor</em> respond to these native isolates in a laboratory setting. Results showed that isolated EPF was identified as <em>Beauveria bassiana</em> based on molecular techniques. The results of the insecticidal bioassay demonstrated that <em>B. bassiana</em> exhibited high pathogenicity against larvae (82.66 %), pupae (97.33 %), and adults (65.33 %). Among the developmental stages, the pupae were the most susceptible to <em>B. bassiana</em> at 9 days post-treatment. The probit analysis revealed low LC₅₀ and LC₉₀ values for larvae (1.8 × 10ˆ5 and 6.4 × 10ˆ10 conidia/mL), for pupae (2.7 × 10ˆ4 and 1.1 × 10ˆ8 conidia/mL), and for adults (1.3 × 10ˆ7 and 2.2 × 10ˆ16 conidia/mL). The biochemical enzyme analysis clearly showed that levels of the catalase enzyme decreased (1.53–0.7 μg/mL) at the highest concentration (1 × 10ˆ9 conidia/mL). In contrast, glutathione S-transferase enzyme levels increased (up to 8.3 μg/mL) at higher concentrations (1 × 10ˆ9 conidia/mL). However, higher doses of <em>B. bassiana</em> conidia showed enzyme more alterations in the larvae. This study clearly concluded that <em>B. bassiana</em> is a promising, cost-effective, pollution-free, and target-specific candidate for controlling the various developmental stages of <em>T. molitor</em>.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8774,"journal":{"name":"Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology","volume":"67 ","pages":"Article 103654"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144501484","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Review on biological and biochemical pesticides as a sustainable alternative in organic agriculture","authors":"Lissara P. Ody ,&nbsp;Maicon S.N. dos Santos ,&nbsp;Aline M. Lopes ,&nbsp;Marcio A. Mazutti ,&nbsp;Marcus V. Tres ,&nbsp;Giovani L. Zabot","doi":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103655","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103655","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Organic agriculture has experienced significant growth, sustaining the global economy in recent years. However, organic crops depend on various factors, such as the occurrence of pathogens in the fields, which cause losses in productivity and lead to economic damage. As a management strategy, farmers are still using synthetic pesticides during cultivation. Nevertheless, the indiscriminate application of these pesticides has resulted in negative effects and serious disruptions to the environment and humans. Thus, the use of chemical products as the sole solution is an idea that no longer holds because there are more sustainable management options available as alternatives for the farmers. Furthermore, the global scenario presents opportunities for the valorization of natural resources and the development of innovative research and solutions related to biological control and the formulation of biological-based products. Therefore, this study provides a comprehensive review of biological and biochemical pesticides with a biotechnological approach aimed at organic agriculture. Biological pesticides consist of a microorganism as the active ingredient, while biochemical pesticides are natural-derived substances, such as plant extracts and sexual pheromones. Challenges and sustainable perspectives are presented within the context of biotechnology. Overall, the biological inputs sector has the potential to overcome the drawbacks of organic agriculture with the knowledge and disclosure of technological innovations from the scientific community and the agri-food sector.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8774,"journal":{"name":"Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology","volume":"67 ","pages":"Article 103655"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144492141","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Green synthesized silver nanoparticles by avocado leaves incorporating chitosan edible coating for avocado preservation under ambient conditions","authors":"My Dong Lieu ,&nbsp;Huu Hoa Nguyen ,&nbsp;Ngoc Anh Thu Huynh ,&nbsp;Pham Kim Tuyen Ha ,&nbsp;Thi Kim Thuy Dang ,&nbsp;Thuy Huong Nguyen","doi":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103650","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103650","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In this study, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) synthesized from avocado leaf extract and chitosan, including chitosan (1 % w/v) with (CL samples) or without avocado leaf extract (C samples), chitosan-incorporated AgNPs (CLAg samples), and AgNPs alone were used for avocado preservation under ambient temperature. AgNPs, with an average particle size of 142.3 nm, exhibited antifungal effectiveness against <em>Aspergillus niger</em> at a concentration of 62.5 ppm. Incorporating AgNPs into chitosan influenced the films' transparency, color, and surface properties, resulting in a rough texture on the film's surface. However, no significant differences in firmness and thickness were observed. The preservation of avocados at ambient temperature showed that coated avocados had reduced weight loss and a slight decrease in pH value compared to control samples, although these differences were not statistically significant. Notably, there were significant differences in total soluble solids and firmness values and slower color changes in coated samples compared to uncoated ones during storage. The evaluation of damage rates in avocado fruit (infected by <em>A. niger</em> 5 Log CFU/ml) revealed that no damage was observed in CLAg samples. In contrast, the damage rates for the control, AgNPs, C, and CL samples after four days of storage were 48.33 %, 7 %, 13.33 %, and 8.33 %, respectively. These findings suggest that incorporating AgNPs into chitosan effectively reduces damage caused by <em>A. niger</em> and maintains the quality of avocado fruit during storage.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8774,"journal":{"name":"Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology","volume":"67 ","pages":"Article 103650"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144480275","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Biofunctional plant fibers and their bioactive-based materials: A critical review","authors":"Mohammed Alsafran,&nbsp;Deepak M. Kasote","doi":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103652","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bcab.2025.103652","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Plants have been a significant source of natural fiber since antiquity. In recent years, natural plants and their bioactive-based fibers have been gaining popularity in the biomedical field due to increasing environmental concerns about synthetic fibers. This is primarily attributed to their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and biofunctional properties. In this review article, recent literature on plant fibers, their bioactive compounds, and biofunctional properties is compiled, including information on plant fibers dyed with phytoextracts and their biomedical applications. Moreover, factors influencing the biofunctional properties of plant fibers are also briefly discussed. The biofunctional properties of plant fibers are primarily attributed to the components of plant fiber extractives, which range in amounts from 0.1 % to 15.3 %. These components mainly include polyphenols, including lignin, pigments, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other components. Antimicrobial activity is the most studied biofunctional property in natural plant fibers, followed by antioxidant, UV protective, and wound healing activities. To enhance the biofunctional properties of plant fibers, natural plant fibers such as bamboo and cotton have also been dyed with various bioactive phytoextracts. Altogether, natural bioactive plant fibers along with their bioactive-based materials, can offer additional therapeutic benefits compared to synthetic materials, which highlights their sustainable and promising applications in the healthcare industry. We believe that the information reviewed in this article helps to understand the current and future potential of biofunctional natural plants and their bioactive-based fibers in the biomedical field.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":8774,"journal":{"name":"Biocatalysis and agricultural biotechnology","volume":"67 ","pages":"Article 103652"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144364713","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}