Background Zein, a byproduct of corn with renewable resources, unique hydrophobic/
hydrophilic character, film/fiber forming and antioxidant properties, is a promising …

Monitoring of phenolic compounds in the food industry and for environmental and medical
applications has become more relevant in recent years. Conventional methods for detection …

Consumer interest in protein rich diets is increasing, with more attention being paid to the
protein source. Despite the occurrence of animal proteins in the human diet, non-animal …

Laccases are multi-copper oxidase enzymes produced by living organisms such as bacteria,
fungi and plants. Laccases are widely used by the industry because laccases are abundant …

In the last decade, interests in using zein as an ingredient in food and bio-based materials
have been increasing. The success of these applications depends on the surface properties …

Depositing nanoparticles in textiles have been a promising strategy to achieve
multifunctional materials. Particularly, antimicrobial properties are highly valuable due to the …

Emerging water pollutants such as pharmaceutical contaminants are suspected to induce
adverse effects to human health. These molecules became worrisome due to their …

In the present work, we demonstrate the fabrication of laccase biosensor to detect the
catechol (CC) using laccase immobilized on graphene-cellulose microfibers (GR-CMF) …

The unbridled release of harmful endocrine disruptors (EDs) into the environment is
deteriorating human and animal health. A facile and efficacious biosensor was developed …

Background Zein is the major protein in corn and the main byproduct of the starch industry
and, therefore, crucial for global agricultural commodities. Its unique fibre-forming properties …