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BACKGROUND: The weevils Hylobius abietis and Hylobius pales are major pests of pine species within their native ranges. Their potential spread to Pinus-producing regions outside these areas could result in substantial economic and ecological losses, underscoring the need for studies that ide...
The use of nanofibers in farm animal diets can enhance nutrient absorption, minimize environmental problems, and generate a sustainable source of income. In this study, we investigated the effects of the partial inclusion of nanofibers produced from the pupunha heart of the palm sh...
Lignin, a significant industrial byproduct from paper manufacturing processes, exhibits ultraviolet (UV) radiation absorption properties. Cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) demonstrate universal ligand characteristics and represent an innovative approach for converting industrial waste into value-added products. Given their...
Incorporating waste materials into cementitious composites is a promising practice for enhancing the sustainability of the construction industry. However, previous papers have not explored the combination of nanofibrillated cellulose (NFC) with basic oxygen furnace slag (BOFS) for producing eco-efficient&#...
Cellulose, a natural biopolymer, offers strong potential for sustainable packaging due to its impressive mechanical, thermal, and barrier properties. However, its high hydrophilicity remains a key challenge for industrial applications. This review delves into both chemical and physical methods to ...
Five requeijão samples, classified as Brazilian cream cheeses, were developed: one control (without guabiroba pulp (Campomanesia xanthocarpa O. Berg) and four with 5, 10, 15, and 20% (m/m) guabiroba pulp. They were evaluated for pH, water activity (aw), color, texture, multi-mineral com...
No processamento de palmeira-real (Archontophoenix cunninghamiana) para a obtenção de palmito são gerados excedentes sólidos como cascas que, se dispostos inadequadamente, causam danos ambientais. Estas cascas são nutricionalmente atrativas para a alimentação e quando colonizadas por fungos basidiomicetos ...
The peach palm (Bactris gasipaes Kunth) is a palm tree native to the Amazon region, with plantations expanding to the Brazilian Southwest and South regions. This work is a critical review of historical, botanical, social, environmental, and nutritional aspects of edible and nonedible&#x...
We present an inventory based on 17 months of sampling at a strategic site within the Upper Paraná Atlantic Forest ecoregion, the largest among the regions of the Atlantic Forest. Including areas of 30-year-old forest restoration, our study qualitatively and quantitatively assesses the&...
Goat milk has lower allergenicity and high commercial value but faces storage limitations, often leading to waste. Converting it into powder increases costs, making blending with non-dairy ingredients, such as rice flour, a viable alternative to reduce costs and potentially improve nutrition...