Brazil has relevant bibliographical production and technological development on passion fruit for both the academic community and rural producers. Researchers analyzed the co-authorship and co-citation network of scientific production related to Passion Fruit, connection strength between institutions and the map of co-occurrence of keywords between 2001 and 2020. … Read More →
Researchers Use 100% Natural Antimicrobial with Potential Application in Chicken Meat
Chicken meat is one of the most consumed meats in the world and researchers have sought to study the viability of a new method of natural preservation of a product as versatile as mechanically separated meat (MSM), allowing the expansion of the market for this type of product. … Read More →
Stem cell-derived secretome reduces dermonecrosis caused by spider venom
By investigating the protective effects of secretome-derived mesenchymal stromal cells on dermonecrosis caused by Loxosceles intermedia venom in rabbits, it was observed that treated groups showed milder local effects and swelling compared to controls, which highlights the potential of stem cell-derived secretome for treating dermonecrotic lesions. … Read More →
Functional foods containing probiotics are innovative and offer health benefits
The dairy market faces a growing demand for new functional foods. In response, the use of lactic acid bacteria in fermented products is promising, as it provides various health benefits and offers a wide range of compounds. … Read More →
Tick vaccine could be an effective solution for agriculture and livestock
Although the use of acaricides is the main strategy for controlling infestations of R. microplus, researchers have been investigating vaccines as a promising alternative, as they offer several advantages, such as preventing the selection of drug-resistant tick populations and reducing the presence of acaricide residues in milk, meat, and the environment. … Read More →
Barnyardgrass resistance to herbicides demands new agricultural strategies
A recent evaluation of the occurrence of cross-resistance in barnyardgrass biotypes from the main rice-growing regions of Santa Catarina state to ACCase inhibitors detected a biotype of Echinochloa crus-galli with multiple resistance to the herbicides quinclorac (cellulose biosynthesis inhibitor), penoxsulam (ALS inhibitor) and cyhalofop-butyl (ACCase inhibitor). … Read More →
Parasitic infections in rats and mice used in experimentation in Brazil concern scientists
Rats and mice are extensively used in teaching and research, yet their sanitary condition is neglected in Brazil, resulting in parasitosis in the country’s vivariums. To ensure the quality of scientific research, it is crucial to implement stricter protocols regarding the sanitary condition of laboratory animal … Read More →
Heterologous Fibrin Biopolymer is an innovative and entirely Brazilian product with potential for aiding neuromuscular junction regeneration
Nerve injuries lead to the disruption of neuromuscular junctions impairing motor function. Currently, satisfactory recovery after injuries remains a medical challenge. The heterologous fibrin biopolymer, a Brazilian product created from rattlesnake venom and buffalo blood, has demonstrated its ability to create a protective microenvironment enhancing regeneration in these treatments. … Read More →
The impact of using tannin extract in cattle and sheep diet
During the rearing of dairy cattle and sheep, the diets managed impact the composition of the milk produced, especially regarding fatty acids. Researchers evaluated the use of a condensed tannin in the fat profile of the milk of these animals and concluded that black acacia extract improves the nutritional quality of sheep’s milk, with no adverse impact on cattle. … Read More →
Smartphones can help in determining the characteristics of essential oils
A new method uses smartphones to detect color changes resulting from a reaction with the main component of clove essential oil, eugenol. This approach promotes affordable and fast quality control, which is particularly beneficial for small-scale producers. … Read More →
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