Removal of Anthocyanins
The removal of anthocyanins is a useful process in the commercial preparation of decolourised juices for further development. Anthocyanins are water-soluble pigments found in plants […]
Month: January 2023
Scale-Up Considerations in Biotechnological Processes
Scaling up biotechnology processes involves transitioning from laboratory-scale operations to larger production scales. This process is crucial for the commercialization of biotechnological products. Ultimately, the […]
Demineralized Whey
Demineralized whey is whey that has had a significant proportion of minerals removed. There are various degrees of demineralization but levels of 35%, 70% and […]
Angelica sinensis
Angelica sinensis, commonly known as Dong quai or Chinese angelica, is a herbaceous plant native to China, Japan, and Korea. It has a rich history […]
Alternaria alternata
Alternaria alternata is a filamentous fungus that plays a significant role in various ecological and pathological processes. It is a versatile species with a worldwide […]
Matrices Used In Chromatography And Immobilization
Chromatography and immobilization materials including monolith versions rely on a suitable matrix which is robust enough to withstand the rigours of regular use, buffers, extreme […]
What is the inositol-requiring enzyme 1 (IRE1)?
Inositol-requiring enzyme 1 (IRE1) is an endoplasmic reticulum (ER) transmembrane protein that plays a crucial role in the unfolded protein response (UPR) pathway. It is […]
Affinity Chromatography
Affinity chromatography (AF) is a separation method that has greater selectivity than ion-exchange chromatography. It encompasses chromatography techniques such as immunoaffinity chromatography, heparin chromatography etc. […]
What is Zymomonas mobilis?
Zymomonas mobilis is a Gram-negative, facultatively anaerobic bacterium that belongs to the family Enterobacteriaceae. It is known for its unique metabolic capabilities, particularly its ability […]
PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate
PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate is an ingredient commonly used in hair care products for its emulsifying and conditioning properties. It is a polyethylene glycol (PEG) […]
Hydroxyapatite Chromatography
Hydroxyapatite chromatography is a chromatographic technique that is used as an alternative to gel-filtration, ion-exchange and affinity chromatography. It relies on a mineral matrix – […]
Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (RFLP) Analysis
Determining the presence or absence of a single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) in a DNA sample using restriction endonucleases involves a technique called Restriction Fragment Length […]
Cytomegaloviruses
Cytomegaloviruses (CMVs) are a group of viruses belonging to the Herpesviridae family, known for their ability to establish persistent infections in their hosts. The prototypical […]
Intelligent Sensing in Filtration Systems
Manufacturing systems of all hues are becoming ever more increasingly complex because of the number and sophistication of the operations in the production chain. This […]
β-Amyrin: Structure, Biosynthesis, and Diverse Applications
β-Amyrin, a pentacyclic triterpene, is a natural compound with a myriad of applications and potential therapeutic properties. This compound is part of the larger family […]
Actin Polymerization
Actin polymerization is a fundamental cellular process that plays a crucial role in various cellular functions, including cell motility, maintenance of cell shape, intracellular transport, […]
Spearman’s Rank Correlation Test – A Way of Unraveling Statistical Relationships
Spearman’s rank correlation test is a non-parametric statistical method used to assess the strength and direction of monotonic relationships between two variables. Unlike Pearson’s correlation, […]
The Common Mandarin or Tangerine
The Common Mandarin or Tangerine is now a highly popular dessert fruit with a strong commercial following throughout much of the world. The fruit has […]
Nucleoside Phosphorylases
Nucleoside phosphorylases (NPs) are enzymes that play a crucial role in the synthesis and in vivo salvage of nucleosides by catalyzing the reversible phosphorolysis of […]
The in vivo Salvage Pathway of Nucleosides
The in vivo salvage pathway of nucleosides plays a crucial role in maintaining cellular nucleotide pools and ensuring efficient DNA and RNA synthesis. This pathway […]