Malbaratament alimentari

Fruit and vegetable biowaste as a source of functional nutritional components for animal feed

- The recovery of fruit and vegetable waste (FVW) from markets and processing plants should be considered a resource for functional feed ingredients since these wastes are rich in nutrients and...

Short-term effect of native and bioprocessed food residues on the suppression of root-knot Meloidogyne incognita in tomato plants

- IntroductionEnsuring crop health is essential to meet the growing demand for food and effectively managing root-knot nematodes (RKNs) can help maximize agricultural output. Indeed, plant diseases...

Influence of Nitrogen Bioavailability on the Anaerobic Co-Digestion of the Aegagropiles of the Seagrass Posidonia oceanica with Different Nitrogen-Rich Substrates: Process Performance and Kinetic Analysis

07/03/2025 - The shedding of leaves by Posidonia oceanica (P. oceanica) in autumn results in the accumulation of shoreline debris, contributing to significant economic, social, and environmental problems. Due to...

Improving the Nutritional Value and Safety of Cotton Stalk Feed via Response Surface Methodology and Co-Fermentation Techniques

05/03/2025 - Cotton stalks, a major agricultural byproduct, are challenging to decompose naturally; however, they can be transformed into valuable animal feed through microbial fermentation. This study identifies...

Biodigesters for Sustainable Food Waste Management

06/03/2025 - The global challenge of food waste management poses severe environmental and public health risks. Traditional disposal methods, such as landfilling and incineration, exacerbate these issues....

Deep Eutectic Solvents and Wall-Breaking Technique: A New Frontier in the Extraction of Oleuropein and Flavonoids from Olive Leaves with Superior Antioxidant and Antitumor Potential

03/03/2025 - The main objectives of this study were to develop an optimized green extraction process to obtain high contents of oleuropein and flavonoids from olive leaves. A deep eutectic solvent (DES) combined...

Exploring the Potential of Belitic Cement Produced from Industrial Waste: Systematic Mapping of the Literature

08/03/2025 - The literature on belitic cement reveals adequate properties for use in mortars: increased workability, greater strength, durability, and a significant reduction in the temperature of clinker...

Cheese Whey Characterization for Co-Composting with Solid Organic Wastes and the Agronomic Value of the Compost Obtained

27/02/2025 - Cheese production generates a large amount of liquid waste called cheese whey (CW). The management of CW is not optimized in Ecuador since a large proportion of it is discharged into the soil or...

From Waste to Resource: Mineral and Biochemical Characterization of Hemp By-Products in the Fiber and Seed Supply Chain

25/02/2025 - Industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) is a versatile and sustainable multipurpose plant for agroecology services and a zero-waste circular economy. While the focus has traditionally been on primary...

Upcycling Alum Sludge as a Reinforcement in PBAT Composites: A Sustainable Approach to Waste Valorisation

27/02/2025 - This study explores the valorisation of alum sludge, a byproduct of water treatment processes, as a sustainable reinforcement material in Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) composites....

The association between refrigerator use and carbon footprint of household food waste: empirical evidence from China

- Food waste in household settings contributes 66% of the global carbon footprint of food waste. Reducing food waste at the household level is essential for global environmental sustainability. Based...

Towards Circularity in Serbian Mining: Unlocking the Potential of Flotation Tailings and Fly Ash

28/02/2025 - This paper examines sustainable industrial practices in Serbia, particularly in the mining and energy sector, focusing on the potential of flotation tailings and fly ash, as materials with the...

Potential of Nb2O5 as a Catalyst in Biodiesel Production: A Study with Different Feedstock

26/02/2025 - The objective of this study was to evaluate the catalytic performance of commercial Nb2O5, supplied by CBMM, in the production of biodiesel by transesterification and esterification, using different...

Bioinputs from Eugenia dysenterica DC. (Myrtaceae): Optimization of Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction and Assessment of Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, and Antibiofilm Activities

28/02/2025 - By-products of fruit processing may contain bioactive compounds with potential application as bioinputs. This study optimized the ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) of phenolic compounds from the...

Recovery of Bioactive Compounds from the Biomass of Aromatic Plants After Distillation Using NADES: A Sustainable Alternative Extraction Method

28/02/2025 - The extraction processes for medicinal plants, particularly the distillation of aromatic plants, generate significant quantities of by-products, consisting of fibrous biomass and hydrosols. These...

Polymethoxyflavones and Bone Metabolism

27/02/2025 - Phytochemicals, such as flavonoids, are bioactive compounds produced by plants, including citrus fruits, that exhibit antioxidant effects on mammalian cells and tissues. Polymethoxyflavones (PMFs)...

Using Culturally Relevant Meal Kits to Improve Cooking Skills, Reduce Food Waste, and Promote Engagement with a Campus Food Access Resource: An Exploratory Pilot Study

28/02/2025 - Background/Objective: Students&rsquo; taste preferences, cooking skills, and cultural backgrounds impact their use of food access resources on campus. Meal kits include pre-sorted...

Climate Change vs. Circular Economy: Challenges of the Most Common Route for Recycling Gold from WEEE

28/02/2025 - Gold production poses significant environmental challenges, including resource depletion, CO2 emissions, and toxic chemical usage. Similarly, improper WEEE management harms the environment. However,...

The Lithium-Ion Battery Temperature Field Prediction Model Based on CNN-Bi-LSTM-AM

01/03/2025 - This study focuses on the internal temperature field of lithium-ion batteries, aiming to address the temperature variation issues arising from complex operating conditions in new energy batteries. To...

Assessing and Benchmarking a Multifunctional Plug-and-Play Fa&ccedil;ade for Building Renovation: Advantages and Limitations in the Construction Process

02/03/2025 - The revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive and Energy Efficiency Directive aim to accelerate the energy transition of the European building stock; however, progress remains insufficient....

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