Catalysis Research,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
03(01), P. 1 - 29
Published: Jan. 19, 2023
Biomass
derived
from
green
marine
macroalgae
<em>Ulva</em>
sp.
is
considered
a
rich
source
of
bioactive
compounds.
In
the
present
study,
we
demonstrate
increased
bioactivity
phenolic-rich
extract
<em>Ulva
intestinalis</em>
after
its
treatment
with
fungal
laccases
<em>Trametes
versicolor</em>
and
<em>Agaricus
bisporus</em>.
The
phenolic
composition
extract,
before
enzymatic
treatment,
was
determined
through
several
analytical
methods.
Furthermore,
antioxidant,
enzyme-inhibitory,
antimicrobial
cytotoxic
activity
enzymatically
modified
non-modified
extracts
comparatively
investigated.
Depending
on
laccase
used,
enzyme-modified
exhibited
different
content
enhanced
bioactivities
compared
to
non-treated
ones.
presented
antimicrobial,
anti-lipoxygenase
anti-collagenase
activities,
mild
cytotoxicity.
These
results
indicate
that
proposed
biocatalytic
process
could
be
applied
produce
macroalgal
natural
paving
way
for
their
implementation
in
food,
pharmaceutical,
cosmeceutical
industries.
Journal of Human Earth and Future,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
4(3), P. 290 - 302
Published: Sept. 1, 2023
In
this
work,
we
have
analyzed
the
presence
of
pharmaceutical
compounds
in
wastewater
a
regional
hospital
Vlora,
Albania,
during
June
2020
and
2021.
For
analysis,
measured
concentration
19
preselected
molecules
discharging
water
by
direct
sampling
waters,
investigated
pharmaceuticals
algae
Ulva
Lactuca.
Chemical
analysis
has
been
conducted
via
liquid
chromatography
tandem
with
mass
spectrometry
at
limit
quantization
0.1
ng/L.
It
resulted
that,
from
ensemble
consisting
antibiotics,
analgesics,
psychiatric
drugs,
beta-blockers,
antibiotics
were
found
highest
concentration.
The
quantity
medical
chemicals’
varies
0.2
to
0.24
mg/L.
Traces
are
obtained
Lactucaalgae
effluent
next
city
treatment
plant.
for
each
considered
work
remains
below
Finally,
values
physicochemical
parameters
within
range
reported
several
studies
influent
collected
different
countries
many
years.
Doi:
10.28991/HEF-2023-04-03-03
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Text:
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Marine Drugs,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
23(2), P. 56 - 56
Published: Jan. 24, 2025
Green
seaweed
is
currently
underused
compared
with
other
major
types.
Many
scientists
have
reported
applications
of
the
green
Ulva
in
various
fields
recent
years,
which
makes
it
a
candidate
for
biomass
production
industrial
biorefineries.
contains
unique
polysaccharide
called
ulvan,
being
considered
medicinal
and
pharmacological
applications.
Ulvan
sulfated
including
rhamnose
glucuronic
acid
residues,
has
range
bioactivities,
immunomodulatory,
antimicrobial,
anticoagulant
properties.
The
biocompatibility
ulvan
versatile
biomaterial
design.
This
review
presents
an
in-depth
analysis
potential
starting
extraction
methods
structural/biological
characterization
moving
on
to
We
also
highlight
advantages
over
traditional
polysaccharides
such
as
agar,
carrageenan,
alginate.
Foods,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
12(14), P. 2768 - 2768
Published: July 20, 2023
Recently,
the
isolation
and
identification
of
various
biologically
active
secondary
metabolites
from
algae
have
been
scientific
interest,
with
particular
attention
paid
to
carotenoids,
widely
distributed
in
photosynthetic
organisms,
including
algal
species.
Carotenoids
are
among
most
important
natural
pigments,
many
health-promoting
effects.
Since
number
studies
on
presence
profile
carotenoids
has
increased
exponentially
along
interest
their
potential
commercial
applications,
this
review
aimed
provide
an
overview
current
knowledge
(from
2015)
detected
different
species
(12
microalgae,
21
green
algae,
26
brown
43
red
algae)
facilitate
comparison
results
studies.
In
addition
presence,
content,
total
individual
method
extraction
main
parameters
were
also
highlighted.
Molecules,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
28(1), P. 415 - 415
Published: Jan. 3, 2023
C.
vulgaris
microalgae
biomass
was
employed
for
the
extraction
of
valuable
bioactive
compounds
with
deep
eutectic-based
solvents
(DESs).
Particularly,
Choline
Chloride
(ChCl)
based
DESs,
ChCl:1,2
butanediol
(1:4),
ChCl:ethylene
glycol
(1:2),
and
ChCl:glycerol
(1:2)
mixed
water
at
70/30
w/w
ratio
were
used
that
purpose.
The
extracts’
total
carotenoid
(TCC)
phenolic
contents
(TPC),
as
well
their
antioxidant
activity
(IC50),
determined
within
process
identification
most
efficient
solvent.
This
screening
procedure
revealed
(1:4)/H2O
compelling
solvent;
thus,
it
thereafter
optimization.
Three
parameters,
i.e.,
solvent-to-biomass
ratio,
temperature,
time
studied
regarding
impact
on
extract’s
TCC,
TPC,
IC50.
For
experimental
design
optimization,
statistical
tool
Response
Surface
Methodology
used.
resulting
models’
predictive
capacity
confirmed
experimentally
by
carrying
out
two
additional
extractions
under
conditions
different
from
design.
South African Journal of Chemical Engineering,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
47, P. 233 - 245
Published: Dec. 1, 2023
Ulva
lactuca,
commonly
known
as
sea
lettuce,
is
a
green
seaweed
species
that
has
attracted
significant
attention
due
to
its
remarkable
potential
prolific
source
of
bioactive
compounds.
This
comprehensive
review
explores
the
various
extraction
techniques
harnessed
isolate
these
compounds
from
Lactuca
while
shedding
light
on
diverse
health
applications
encompass.
Within
review,
considerable
emphasis
placed
detailing
plethora
inherent
spanning
polysaccharides,
phenolic
compounds,
fatty
acids,
pigments,
minerals,
and
vitamins.
Furthermore,
analysis
benefits
constituents
provided,
encompassing
their
roles
in
antioxidant
activity,
anti-inflammatory
properties,
cardiovascular
health,
neuroprotection,
skin
enhancement.
Addressing
broader
scope
this
given
challenges
currently
permeate
field
research,
including
issues
related
sustainability,
standardization
processes,
formulation
strategies,
avenues
for
further
exploration.
examination
culminates
realization
promising
versatile
reservoir
ingredients,
potentially
revolutionising
industries
such
food,
pharmaceuticals,
cosmetics.
Consequently,
future
promises
exciting
prospects
continued
exploration
exploitation
Lactuca's
wealth
