Microbe-mineral interactions within kimberlitic fine residue deposits: impacts on mineral carbonation
ABSTRACT: The observation of photosynthetic biofilms growing on the Fine Residue Deposit (FRD) kimberlite produced by the Venetia Diamond Mine, Limpopo, South Africa suggests that processed kimberlite supports bacterial growth. The presence of this biofilm may aid in...
Comprehensive protocol for preparing diatom cell samples and associated bacterial consortia for scanning electron microscopy
ABSTRACT: Meticulous sample preparation and strict adherence to preservation procedures are essential for electron microscopy investigations, which enable accurate capture of organisms’ morphology, size, and potential interactions within the sample. Here, we present a...
Comparison of Gidyea gum, gum Arabic, and maltodextrin in the microencapsulation and colour stabilisation of anthocyanin-rich powders using freeze-drying and spray-drying techniques
ABSTRACT: Traditional foods in Australia have been under-explored as both food colourants and microencapsulates. Many of these native foods are high in anthocyanins. Anthocyanins, known for their vibrant colours and health benefits, face stability challenges in food...
Antimicrobial peptides selectively target malaria parasites by a cholesterol-dependent mechanism
ABSTRACT: Hundreds of thousands die annually from malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum (Pf), with the emergence of drugresistant parasites hindering eradication efforts. Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are known for their ability to disrupt pathogen membranes without...Upcoming Events
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