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“Extraction of Phenolic Compounds from Rice Husk via Ethanol-water-modified Supercritical Carbon Dioxide”1

Researchers in the University of Arkansas’ Department of Food Science have developed a method extract high-value phenolic compounds from rice husk using supercritical carbon dioxide (sc–CO2) technology. Rice husk, a rice processing byproduct generated in large quantities (~20% of the … Continue reading

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AP-221 – Targeted Extraction of Select Natural Products Using Supercritical Carbon Dioxide

Kramp, Kari University of Ottawa (Canada) Abstract This thesis examined the supercritical carbon dioxide (CO2) extraction (SFE) of targeted secondary metabolites from selected natural products. Phytochemical characterization and determination of biological efficacy was completed using advanced analytical methods and in-vivo … Continue reading

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AP-219 – Sequential Extraction and Purification of Triglycerides and Carotenoids with Supercritical Carbon Dioxide for Valorization of the Integrated Algal Biorefinery

Elise B. GilcherMary Kate M. LaneRachel S. PontiousMary Ben L. ApatoffMelissa M. Ahrens-VíquezJulie B. Zimmerman* Abstract The costs associated with producing renewable biofuels from algae have been prohibitive to their commercialization. However, an integrated biorefinery approach, in which additional high-value … Continue reading

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AP-218 – Elucidating supercritical fluid extraction of fucoxanthin from algae to enable the integrated biorefinery

Mary Kate M. Lane a b 1, Elise B. Gilcher b c 1, Melissa M. Ahrens-Víquez a, Rachel S. Pontious a, Nora E. Wyrtzen d, Julie B. Zimmerman a b c a Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Yale University, 17 Hillhouse … Continue reading

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Quantitative Analysis of Bio accessible Phenolic Compounds in Aegean Bee Bread

A novel application for supercritical CO2 extraction was investigated by scientists in the Department of Analytical Chemistry at Bezmialem Vakıf University in Turkey. The method they developed and performed on Bee Bread utilized a SFT-120 SFE/Nex10 sc-CO2 Pump to explore … Continue reading

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AP-217 – Multiphase Flow Properties of Sealing Caprocks for CO2 Geological Storage

Eric Joseph Guiltinan, Ph.D. The University of Texas at Austin, 2018 Supervisor: Meinhard Bayani Cardenas Co-Supervisor: David Nicolas Espinoza At the pore-scale, intermolecular forces are responsible for wetting, solubility, phase separation, and interfacial tension. These forces along with the pore … Continue reading

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AP-216 – Hydrophobization of cellophane and cellulose nanofibrils films by supercritical state carbon dioxide impregnation with walnut oil

Jari Vartiainen , Jani Pelto , Timo Kaljunen and Eija Kenttä From the journal Nordic Pulp & Paper Research Journal https://doi.org/10.3183/npprj-2016-31-04-p541-547 SUMMARY: Bio-based films are typically sensitive towards moisture which limits the industrial applicability. In this study the cellulosic films … Continue reading

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AP-215 – Microfluidic study for investigating migration and residual phenomena of supercritical CO2 in porous media

Gyuryeong Park a Seon-Ok Kim a Minhee Lee b Sookyun Wang a a Department of Energy Resources Engineering, Pukyong National University, Busan 608-737, Korea b Department of Environmental Geosciences, Pukyong National University, Busan 608-737, Korea Abstract This study aims to … Continue reading

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AP-211 – Chemical Composition and Biological Activity of Extracts Obtained by Supercritical Extraction and Ethanolic Extraction of Brown, Green and Red Propolis Derived from Different Geographic Regions in Brazil

Bruna Aparecida Souza Machado, Rejane Pina Dantas Silva, Gabriele de Abreu Barreto, Samantha Serra Costa, Danielle Figuerêdo da Silva, Hugo Neves Brandão, José Luiz Carneiro da Rocha, Odir Antônio Dellagostin, João Antônio Pegas Henriques, Marcelo Andres Umsza-Guez, Francine Ferreira Padilha … Continue reading

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AP-205 – Fatty acid profile and antioxidant properties of oils extracted from dabai pulp using supercritical carbon dioxide extraction

1Ahmad Jelani, N. A., 1,2,3*Azlan, A., 1,3Khoo, H. E. and 4Razman, M. R. 1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia 2Laboratory of Halal Science Research, Halal Products Research … Continue reading

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Anti-Inflammation and Anti-Tumor Properties Found in the Oils Extracted from Rosemary Leaves with Supercritical CO2

Rosemary is a perennial herb with fragrant evergreen needle-like leaves that are commonly used to add flavor when cooking. It is widely grown in the Mediterranean region and in much of southern Europe. It has been found to act both … Continue reading

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AP-202 – Supercritical Fluid Extraction of Phenolics from Anisophyllea disticha (Jack) Baill. and Evaluation of their Antioxidant Activities

Sahena Ferdosh1,2,*, Nurul Ashikin Abdul Bari2, Bulan Wu3 and Md. Zaidul Islam Sarker4 1Western Pacific Tropical Research Center, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, University of Guam, Mangilao, Guam, 96923, USA; 2Department of Plant Science, Faculty of Science, International Islamic … Continue reading

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AP-203 – Quantitative Analysis of Bioaccessible Phenolic Compounds in Aegean Bee Bread Using LC-HRMS Coupled with a Human Digestive System Model

Ebru Erol First published: 01 February 2024 https://doi.org/10.1002/cbdv.202301497 Abstract Bee bread, a valuable bee product that has recently attracted significant public interest as a nutritional supplement. The aim of this study was to evaluate the presence of phenolic compounds in … Continue reading

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Quantitative Analysis of Fat Content in Foods using the SFT-130A Supercritical Fluid Extraction System

The standard method to analyze the fat content in food products uses a large quantity of organic solvent. Elimination of this solvent consumption is possible through a method employing supercritical carbon dioxide in place of the non-polar solvent that’s typically … Continue reading

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Extracting of Omega-3 Rich Oil from Hake Fish with Supercritical Fluid CO2

Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), especially omega-3 fatty acids, are an area of much interest and extensive scientific research in recent years. There are numerous articles available in various scientific publications about the presence and value of PUFAs present in food … Continue reading

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November 2023: Extraction of High-Value Lipids and Phenolic Compounds Using the SFT-120SFE System

Sorghum Bran is an abundant source of various high-valve bioactive compounds. Many of these compounds contain significant quantities of lipids, phenolic and other acids. These flavonoids are known to offer a variety of benefits in medicinal chemistry due to their … Continue reading

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Extracting Phenolic Compounds from Rice Husk with Supercritical CO2

Extracting Phenolic Compounds from Rice Husk with Supercritical CO2 In much of the world, rice is a primary food source. Every year, large amounts of rice husk are left over from rice processing, requiring disposal. While generally considered worthless, rice … Continue reading

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Why Reaction Chemistry in Supercritical CO2?

Supercritical CO2 (SF CO2) is a solvent that can be used as an alternative to hexane and other organic solvents when running chemical reactions. Working under moderate pressures, just over 1,100 psi. and very moderate temperatures just above 31oC, liquid … Continue reading

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AP-196 – Optimization of supercritical fluid extraction of polyphenols from oats (Avena sativa L.) and their antioxidant activities

Yessica Escobedo-Flores, David Chavez-Flores, Ivan Salmeron, Carlos Molina-Guerrero, Samuel Perez-Vega* School of Chemical Science, Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Circuit 1, New University Campus, CP 31125 Chihuahua, Mexico This research explores the effects of pressure and temperature on the supercritical extraction … Continue reading

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AP-195 – Effect of phase compatibility on the foaming behavior of LDPE/HDPEand LDPE/PP blends with subcritical CO2as the blowing agent

Chen Wana, Gangwei Sunb, Feng Gaoa, Tao Liua,∗, Mohamed Esseghirc,∗, Ling Zhaoa,Weikang Yuanaa Shanghai Key Laboratory of Multiphase Materials Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, PR Chinab Dow Chemical China Co. Ltd., Elastomers, Electrical & … Continue reading

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