Omega-3 (-3) polyunsaturated fatty acids are highly susceptible to oxidation, have an intense odour and poor water solubility, which makes its direct application in foods extremely difficult. In order to reduce its oxidation process and improve the stability in an aqueous medium, protein-based nanoemulsions were produced and characterized. Lactoferrin (Lf) was used as a emulsifier at different concentrations (0...
Marine biofouling represents a global economic and ecological challenge and few eco-friendly antifouling agents are available. The aim of this work was to establish the proof of concept that a recently synthesized nature-inspired compound (gallic acid persulfate, GAP) can act as an eco-friendly and effective antifoulant when immobilized in coatings through a non-release strategy, promoting a long-lasting antifo...
Background: The incidence of gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms (GEP-NENs) has been increasing in the last five decades, but there is no large-scale data regarding these tumours in Portugal. We conducted a cross-sectional, multicentric study in main Portuguese centers to evaluate the clinical, pathological, and therapeutic profile of GEP-NENs. Methods: From November, 2012, to July, 2014, data from ...