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  • MakaleYalnız künye2020Scopus SJRQ1
    Structural and physicochemical characterisation and antioxidant activity of an α-D-glucan produced by sourdough isolate Weissella cibaria MED17

    Aburas, Hani; İspirli, Hümeyra; Taylan, Osman; Yilmaz, Mustafa Tahsin; Dertli, Enes

    An exopolysaccharide (EPS) producer slimy-mucoid type colony was isolated from sourdough and identified as Weissella cibaria MED17. The 1H and 13C NMR spectra of EPS MED17 demonstrated that this EPS was a dextran type glucan ((1 → 6)-linked α-D-glucose core structure) containing (1 → 3)-linked α-D-glucose branches and proportion of (1 → 6)-linked α-D-glucose units to (1 → 3)-linked α-D-glucose units was 94.3:5.7%. The FTIR analysis also confirmed the (1 → 6)-linked α-D-glucose linkage. A high level of thermal stability was observed for glucan MED17 as no degradation up to 300 °C was observed by TGA and DSC analysis. The XRD analysis of glucan MED17 showed its semi- crystalline nature and its compact sheet-like morphology was observed by SEM analysis. Finally, antioxidant characteristics of glucan MED17 were determined by ABTS and DPPH radical scavenging activity tests that revealed a moderate antioxidant activity of glucan MED17. These findings show potential techno-functional characteristics of glucan MED17.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2020Scopus SJRQ2
    Honeys from some different regions of Azerbaijan: bioactive characteristics based on phenolic profile and antioxidant activity

    Degirmenci, Atiye; Can, Zehra; Boyraci, Gulsum Merve; Yildiz, Oktay; Asadov, Elsevar; Kolayli, Sevgi

    Azerbaijan is an important region for the beekeeping and honey industry. Biochemical characteristics of eleven honey samples from different regions of Azerbaijan were analyzed through measuring electrical conductivity, optical activity, moisture content, proline and diastase number. Phenolic components are analyzed by reverse-phase high-performance liquid chromatography (RP-HPLC) with UV–Vis double beam detector. Sugars profiles of samples were carried out using HPLC with a refractive index detector (RID). Total phenolic content (TPC), ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picryhydrazyl (DPPH) free radical scavenging activity were measured with the aim of gathering information on the antioxidant power of samples. Biochemical and antioxidant characteristics are also supported with melissopalynological data. Conductivity ranged between 0.32 and 0.82 mS cm−1, moisture 14.52 and 20.78%, proline 314.34 and 1077.21 mg kg−1, diastase 13.05 and 22.19. Azerbaijan honeys exhibited levorotatory properties. Total phenolic content varied from 18.82 to 154.75 mg gallic acid equivalent per 100 g honey. The results confirm that physico-chemical and biologically active properties of Azerbaijan honeys are affected by the flora and geographical variations.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ3
    Effect of probiotics supplementation on adipokine profile (Visfatin, adiponectin and chemerin), intestinal (citrulline) and thyroid function in japanese quail subjected to heat stress; [Einfluss einer probiotischen futterergänzung auf das adipokin-profil (Visfatin, adiponectin und chemerin), und die darm- (citrullin) und schilddrüsenfunktion japanischer wachteln unter hitzestress]

    Bayraktar, B.; Tekce, E.

    In this study, we aimed to determine the effect of probiotic supplementation of Lactobacillus reuteri E81 (LRE; 200, 400, 600 mg/kg) to the diets of Japanese quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica) reared under heat stress (HS) on serum adipokine (visfatin, adiponectin and chemerin), intestinal (citrulline) and thyroid hormone levels. On day 7 of the trial, the animals were assigned to 8 groups [Control temperature (CT): control (C, without LRE supplementation), LRE-200, LRE-400 and LRE-600 and HS: control (HSC), SLRE-200, SLRE-400 and SLRE-600], each composed of 56 animals of equal body weight. Each group was divided into 4 subgroups withg 14 animals per compartment. During the experiments, the temperature applied to the CT-groups C, LRE-200, LRE-400 and LRE-600 was 25°C and to the HS-groups HSC, SLRE-200, SLRE-400 and SLRE-600 was 37°C. At the end of the study (days 21 and 42), a dose-dependent decrease in citrulline, chemerin, adiponectin, and thyroid hormones and a dose-dependent increase in the visfatin hormone level (p < 0.01) due to LRE supplementation were observed in the HS and CT groups compared to its control. In conclusion, the present study showed that dietary supplementation with 600 mg/kg of LRE affected serum chemerin, adiponectin, T3, T4, TSH and visfatin levels in Japanese quail raised under heat stress (p < 0.001).

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  • MakaleYayıncıda açık erişim2020Scopus SJRQ2
    Effects of an Essential Oil Mixture Added to Drinking Water for Temperature-Stressed Broilers: Performance, Meat Quality, and Thiobarbituric Acid-Reactive Substances

    Tekce, E.; Çınar, K.; Bayraktar, B.; Takma, Ç.; Gül, M.

    This study investigated the effects of an essential oil mixture (EOM; Eucalyptus globulus labill, Tymus vulgaris, Cymbopogon nardus, and Syzgium aromaticum) added to drinking water on temperature-stressed broilers. The performance parameters (body weight, average daily weight, feed intake, and feed conversion ratio), meat quality, and thiobarbituric acid-reactive substances (TBARS) were evaluated. In a 42-d study, 400 Ross-308 male chickens (1-d-old) were randomly assigned to 8 different groups (n = 50), each containing 4 subgroups (n = 8) (22°C Control (C), C + 250 mL/1,000 L, C + 500 mL/1,000 L, C + 750 mL/1,000 L), 36°C (stress control (SC), SC + 250 mL/1,000 L, SC + 500 mL/1,000 L, SC + 750 mL/1,000 L). Adding 750 mL/1,000 L at 22°C and 250 mL/1,000 L at 36°C was more beneficial to the fattening performance parameters than those in the control group. EOM reduced liver weight but increased abdominal fat in the SEOM-250 groups but did not affect other organ weights. EOM had no effect on the TBARS or the b* color parameter while it augmented the a* and L* coordinates of meat color.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ2
    Switching linear quadratic Gaussian control of a flexible blade structure containing magnetorheological fluid

    Sivrioglu, Selim; Bolat, Fevzi Cakmak

    The present study suggests a new active control structure with a switching algorithm for control current of the electromagnetic actuator to suppress vibrations of a flexible blade element containing magnetorheological (MR) fluid. An identification model between MR fluid inside the blade and the electromagnetic actuator is utilized to derive the force equation. Since only one electromagnet is employed to suppress the blade vibration, a single-sided control actuation occurs in the proposed system. Therefore, the pulling force used for vibration control is generated by the actuator when the blade moves to downward direction. A switching linear quadratic Gaussian (LQG) controller that produces always a positive control input is designed to attenuate the blade vibrations. The LQG controller with switching is experimentally implemented under the impact and steady-state aerodynamic disturbances. The results of experiments show that the proposed switching controller is effective to attenuate vibrations of the flexible blade element.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2020Scopus SJRQ1
    Probiotic properties of lactic acid bacteria strains isolated from pastırma

    Topçu, Kübra Cinar; Kaya, Mükerrem; Kaban, Güzin

    In this study, the probiotic properties of 80 lactic acid bacteria (LAB) strains isolated from pastırma, a dry-cured meat product, were investigated. For this purpose, strains were investigated for their resistance to bile salt and hydrophobicity abilities. In 6 strains selected as a result of these analyses, development at high salt concentrations, auto-aggregation and co-aggregation, resistance to low pH, and adhesion analyses were performed. The growth percentage of all strains decreased with increasing bile salt concentration at both 25 °C and 37 °C. P. pentosaceus K7, K41, K44, K51 and K81 and P. acidilactici K99 gave the highest values in terms of hydrophobicity ability. The highest auto-aggregation and the highest co-aggregation were found in P. pentosaceus K41 (17.62%) and P. pentosaceus K44 strain (26.23%), respectively. These six strains showed tolerance to high acidity even at pH 2. The strains significantly maintained their viability in the simulated gastric and intestinal fluids. Furthermore, the strains had low adhesion capacity in Caco-2 and HT-29 cell lines and generally showed resistance under gastrointestinal system conditions. As a result, P. pentosaceus K44, P. acidilactici K99 and P. pentosaceus K41 could be considered as probiotic strains.

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  • BildiriYalnız künye2020
    RoutingChain: A Proof-of-Concept Model for a Blockchain-Enabled QoS-Based Inter-AS Routing in SDN

    Karakus, Murat; Guler, Evrim

    A Software-Defined Networking (SDN) architecture and OpenFlow can help network administrators to provide end-to-end (E2E) Quality of Service (QoS)-guaranteed paths for flows among networks while providing finer-granular flow management along with global network view. In this context, we introduce a proof-of-concept for a blockchain-enabled QoS-based inter-Autonomous System (AS) routing framework, RoutingChain, that blends a QoS-concerned routing model and blockchain technology. This study's contributions can mainly be stated in five-fold: (i) Competitors-tailored routing coordination framework, (ii) eliminating centralized mediators while coordinating QoS-based inter-AS routing, (iii) an emerging use-case for blockchain technology in networking, (iv) reducing the number of QoS signaling-based message overhead, and (v) mitigating privacy/security concerns in inter-AS routing. Experimental results indicate that the blockchain technology can be applied on E2E QoS-based routing among networks. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study exploiting the merits of blockchain technology to establish a novel coordination framework for QoS-enabled inter-AS routing in SDN.

    • SDG 9 · Sanayi, Yenilikçilik ve Altyapı
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  • MakaleYayıncıda açık erişim2020Scopus SJRQ3
    Determination of physicochemical and microbiological properties and fatty acid composition of butter produced in Trabzon, Turkey

    Akgül, Halil İbrahim; Şengül, Mustafa; Ürkek, Bayram; Kotan, Tuba Erkaya

    In this study, the some physicochemical properties, fatty acid compositions and microbiological properties of butter samples were studied. Butter samples (n = 30) were randomly collected from different local markets. Thus, butter samples were evaluated in terms of Turkish regulations, food safety and quality. The mean values of the butter samples for peroxide value (PV), iodine value (IV), saponification value (SV), Polenske value, Reichert-Meissl (RM) and Refractive index (RI) values were determined as 0.85 mEqO2 kg-1, 30.03, 220.09, 1.30, 25.60 and 1.4611, respectively. The moisture and fat values were not in harmony with Turkish Food Codex Butter, Other Milk Fat Based Spreadable Products and Anhydrous Milkfat Notification (the highest moisture content 16%, the lowest fat content 80%) in 23 and 13 butter samples, respectively. The salt values were coherent with Turkish Food Codex in all butter samples. Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) rate of the butter samples was ranged from 0.15 to 1.32%. The average values of coliforms, total aerobic mesophilic bacteria (TAMB) and mould and yeasts counts were determined as 1.67, 6.33 and 5.22 log CFU g-1, respectively.

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  • MakaleYayıncıda açık erişim2020Scopus SJRQ1
    Temperature dependent current- and capacitance-voltage characteristics of W/n-Si structures with two-dimensional WS2 and three-dimensional WO3 interfaces deposited by RF sputtering technique

    Baltakesmez, A.; Tekmen, S.; Güzeldir, B.

    In this study, tungsten disulfide (WS2) and tungsten trioxide (WO3) thin films are deposited on n-Si by RF sputtering technique. The optical, morphological and structural characteristics of these films are investigated. The XRD patterns showed that highly crystallinity have been obtained with dominant characteristic diffraction peaks of the WS2 and WO3. The SEM images show that these films are nearly uniform and covered all surface of substrates. Furthermore, the WS2 film has two-dimensional (2D) vertical layers while the WO3 has three-dimensional (3D) structure. From the XPS spectra, it revealed that the peaks confirmed the formation of WS2 and WO3 phases. The Raman spectra presented that different vibrational modes and phases are characteristics of the WS2 and WO3 thin films. Electrical properties of W/n-Si metal-semiconductor (MS) and W/WS2/n-Si and W/WO3/n-Si metal-interfacial layer-semiconductor (MIS) diodes are investigated using current-voltage (I-V) and capacitance-voltage (C-V) characteristics at various temperatures. It was found that I-V and C-V characteristics are strongly dependent on temperature and the interfacial WS2 and WO3 layers are significant roles for the electrical properties of W/WS2/n-Si and W/WO3/n-Si devices.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ2
    Investigations of Strain Rate Effects on the Mechanical Properties of Hybrid Composite Laminate Under Varying Temperatures

    Erbayrak, Engin; Gumus, Beril Eker; Yuncuoglu, Ercument Ugur; Kahraman, Yusuf

    The mechanical behavior of hybrid composite laminates under varying strain rates and temperatures was investigated in this study. The hybrid composite laminate is constituted as a sequential stacking sequence of plain-woven carbon-fiber-reinforced epoxy (CFRE) and plain-woven glass-fiber-reinforced epoxy (GFRE) laminates. Vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM) process was used to fabricate the composite laminates. Hybrid composite laminates (HCGFRE) were tested under four different strain rates (0.05 min−1, 0.5 min−1, 2.5 min−1, 5 min−1) and three different temperatures (RT, 60 °C, 100 °C). Microstructure analysis was performed to observe the voids, fiber delamination and matrix failure occurring in the composite laminate. In numerical analyses, continuum damage mechanics material model (MAT 58) was utilized in LS-DYNA® explicit finite element program to simulate the mechanical properties of CFRE, GFRE and HCGFRE laminates. It was determined that the tensile strength of all composite laminates is increasing by increasing the strain rates in all temperatures. The continuous damage mechanics material model (MAT 58) was found to be suitable for simulating woven composite laminate under different strain rates and temperatures. In microstructural study, it was not observed significant changes in the microstructure of composite laminates by changing strain rates.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ2
    Optical, morphological and nano-mechanical properties of chromium oxide thin films fabricated by radio frequency (RF) magnetron sputtering

    Özen, Soner; Şenay, Volkan

    In this research, two transparent chromium oxide thin films having different thickness values were simultaneously deposited on glass substrates by adjusting target-substrate distance by means of radio frequency (RF) magnetron sputtering technique. The effect of film thickness on optical, morphological and nano-mechanical properties of the produced thin films were analyzed by using UV-VIS spectrophotometer, interferometer, tensiometer and atomic force microscope. The transmittance and absorbance of the films were measured in the incident photon wavelength range of 300–1000 nm. The optical energy band gap value of the produced thin films was estimated to be approximately 4 eV from the obtained absorbance data via Tauc's method. According to the results obtained from nano-mechanical tests, the produced thin films were highly scratch resistant. From the wetting experiments, it was found that the surfaces of the films were hydrophilic.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ1
    Development of particle swarm and topology optimization-based modeling for mandibular distractor plates

    Şensoy, Abdullah Tahir; Kaymaz, Irfan; Ertaş, Ümit

    Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis (MDO) is a common clinical procedure to correct mandibular retrognathia. However, since there is not a gold standard for determining the screw positions for current MDO operations, deviation of distraction direction and malocclusion increases. This case results in need of additional operations that affect the callus stability. In these cases, relapse risk increases and remodelling period gets longer. On the other hand, large volume of the distractor plates results in more invasive treatment and negatively affects the patients’ comfort. To overcome these problems, this study offers a new method including; virtual surgery simulation, determining the optimum screw configuration using particle swarm optimization loop linked between MATLAB-PYTHON-ANSYS programs and the design of distractor plate geometry with topology optimization. In order to test the proposed method, two different Finite Element (FE) models, CM and OM, were established based on conventional and optimum method, respectively. FEA results of the current study reveals that OM has 33.56% less displacement compared to CM, and the most critical screw in terms of screw loosening for OM has 35.29% less strain value than CM. These outcomes show OM shows superior callus stability in comparison with CM. On the other hand, redesign of the distractor plates using topology optimization according to the best screw positions provides 43.32% reduction in the total implant volume which means reduced cost and a less invasive MDO operation. Therefore, the clinical use of this protocol is expected to increase the success of the operation by shortening the recovery period.

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    Looking inside the strategic plans: Strengths and weaknesses of Turkish higher education institutions; [Mirando dentro de los planes estratégicos: Fortalezas y debilidades de las instituciones de educación superior Turcas]

    Selvitopu, Abdullah; Kaya, Metin

    As strengths and weaknesses are regarded as internal features of an organization, the present study focused on strengths and weaknesses of Turkish public universities by analyzing the SWOTs (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) of twenty higher education institutions. By applying qualitative content analytical tools, we tried to make some comparisons, twenty universities, ten ranked at the top and ten at the bottom of the URAP list, were chosen to analyze the strengths and weaknesses. Findings show that all universities top or bottom ones have internal strengths and weaknesses on their own. The strengths of universities differ according to their size, field of service, structure, history and geographical locations. Top universities which are in big size, have a deeply rooted history and situated in a better geographical location can enjoy the strengths as qualified faculty members, organizational culture, internationalization process, infrastructure and good alumni relations. On the other hand, bottom universities which have not got those advantages deal with other strengths such as young faculty members, organizational support and internal communication. As for the weaknesses, top universities need more budget and acceptable rate of faculty member and student. Bottom ones need more qualified faculty members, students and staff. As they are located in disadvantageous regions, they are in need of some promotions to attract faculties, staff, national and international students. In addition, they also should be aware of the contributions of good alumni relations.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ3
    B-maximal commutators, commutators of B-singular integral operators and B-Riesz potentials on B-Morrey spaces

    Hasanov, Javanshir J.; Ayazoglu, Rabil; Bayrakci, Simten

    In this article, we consider the Laplace-Bessel differential operator Δ B k, n = a' i = 1 k a, 2 a, x i 2 + γ i x i a, a, x i + a' i = k + 1 n a, 2 a, x i 2, γ 1 > 0,γ k > 0. {\Delta }{{B}{k,n}}=\mathop{\sum }\limits{i=1}{k}\left(\frac{{\partial }{2}}{\partial {x}{i}{2}}+\frac{{\gamma }{i}}{{x}{i}}\frac{\partial }{\partial {x}{i}}\right)+\mathop{\sum }\limits{i=k+1}{n}\frac{{\partial }{2}}{\partial {x}{i}{2}},{\gamma }{1}\gt 0,\ldots,{\gamma }{k}\gt 0. Furthermore, we define B-maximal commutators, commutators of B-singular integral operators and B-Riesz potentials associated with the Laplace-Bessel differential operator. Moreover, we also obtain the boundedness of the B-maximal commutator M b, γ {M}{b,\gamma } and the commutator [ b, A γ[ {[}b,{A}{\gamma }] of the B-singular integral operator and Hardy-Littlewood-Sobolev-type theorem for the commutator [ b, I α, γ[ {[}b,{I}{\alpha,\gamma }] of the B-Riesz potential on B-Morrey spaces L p, λ, γ {L}{p,\lambda,\gamma }, when b â BMO γ b\in {\text{BMO}}{\gamma }.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2020Scopus SJRQ2
    Study on the radiation attenuation properties of locally available bees-wax as a tissue equivalent bolus material in radiotherapy

    Islam, Sazirul; Mahmoud, K.A.; Sayyed, M.I.; Alim, Bünyamin; Rahman, Md.M.; Mollah, A.S.

    In radiation therapy field, bolus material is frequently utilized when treating different areas of a patient, like at the ears or nose, and to provide build-up of dose to the skin surface. The bolus material must be cost effective, suitably flexible to conform to the surface of the patient, and most importantly should be tissue equivalent. The main objective of this work was to estimate the photon attenuation properties of locally available bees-wax and to assess the feasibility of using this bees-wax as a bolus material practice for treatment of cancer patient. The mass attenuation coefficient (μ/ρ) values have been calculated by using MCNP5 simulation code over the wide range of photon energy (0.015–10 MeV). Some related parameters such as the effective atomic number and the mean free path were also calculated to understand the photon attenuation ability of the investigated bolus material. The attenuation properties were also computed for water, tissue and commercial bolus materials for comparison. Evaluation of the results showed that the radiation attenuation properties of locally available bees-wax have a good similarity to water/tissue. Referring to the results of this study, it is proposed that locally available bees-wax is a suitable substance to be used as bolus material practice for treat of cancer patient.

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    Beamforming radiation properties of absorbing/transparent zones-added horn antenna

    Teber, Ahmet

    In this study, we present beamforming of radiation patterns on a transmitter horn antenna by mounting an electromagnetic wave absorber, in which electromagnetic wave absorber is fabricated as concentric zones. The concentric zones consist of an absorbing material of manganese soft spinel ferrite blended with multi-walled carbon nanotubes with the thickness of 1 mm installed on the aperture of the antenna working in Ku-band. We have experimentally measured scattering parameter of transmission, S21, using a vector network analyser to perform radiation patterns in polar coordinates. As compared to the radiation properties of air horn antenna and absorbing/transparent zone-added horn antenna produces an appreciable effect to concentrate radiation beam in the main, side and back lobes with reducing side and back lobe levels for each frequency in H-plane. For the radiation pattern in E-plane, we have observed the suppressed side lobes at three frequencies of 15 GHz, 17 GHz and 18 GHz. The results indicate that the absorbing/transparent zone keeps an important role for further development of the applications of directional antennas so that the effective radiation is to be significantly concentrated.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2020Scopus SJRQ3
    Production of mannose-containing oligosaccharides by glucansucrase E81 and determination of their functional characteristics

    İspirli, Hümeyra; Dertli, Enes

    Oligosaccharides are one of the functional ingredients to be used in food technology. In this study, by using an active glucansucrase GTFA-ΔN E81 in the acceptor reaction of mannose, mannose-containing oligosaccharides were produced and their functionality was tested. The formation of the oligosaccharides were visualised by TLC analysis and mannose-containing oligosaccharides up to DP 7 were determined by LC-MS analysis. The presence of the (1,6)Glc and (1,3)Glc units within the oligosaccharides were determined by NMR analysis. The in vitro immune-modulatory functions of the mannose-containing oligosaccharides were determined but no induction in IL-4, IL-10, IL-12 and TNF-α cytokine levels were detected. Importantly this oligosaccharide mixture showed prebiotic effect by triggering the growth of tested probiotics and not affecting the growth of pathogen strains. Our findings reveals the potential of the role of glucansucrases for the production of functional oligosaccharides.

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    Microbiological, physicochemical, textural characteristics and oxidative stability of butter produced from high-pressure homogenisation treated cream at different pressures

    Sert, Durmuş; Mercan, Emin

    Microbiological, physicochemical, and textural characteristics, and oxidative stability was investigated of butter produced from raw cream treated with high-pressure homogenisation (HPH) at 0 (control), 10, 20, 30, 50, or 70 MPa. HPH treatment of cream increased lightness and decreased yellowness of butter. Firmness of all butter samples was between 97 (control) and 380 N (70 MPa). HPH decreased the spreadability of butter dependent on increasing pressure. A monomodal fat particle size distribution was determined in all butter samples; D[3.2] ranged from 25.25 to 125.5 μm and HPH decreased average particle size compared with the control. The induction time of butter ranged from 27.40 (control) to 39.61 h (70 MPa). Above 50 MPa, Salmonella, and yeast and moulds were completely inactivated whilst coliforms and staphylococci were not detected in butter from HPH treated cream at 70 MPa, indicating that HPH can improve the microbial quality of butter produced from raw cream.

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    The comparison of levitation and lateral force of bulk and cut-pasted bulk GdBCO samples at different temperatures

    Güner, Sait Barış; Abdioğlu, Murat; Öztürk, Kemal; Çelik, Şükrü

    In this work, in the first time, we have investigated the levitation and lateral force properties of bulk and cut-pasted bulk GdBCO samples at different temperatures and different cooling heights (CH) to determine the effect of cut-pasted process on the magnetic levitation force behaviour. The measurements of superconducting characteristics indicated that the attractive and repulsive force values of cut-pasted GdBCO sample are slightly lesser than those of GdBCO bulk sample. The maximum repulsive and attractive force values obtained as 15.45 N and −4.56 N for GdBCO bulk and as 14.78 N and −3.92 N for cut-pasted GdBCO samples at 37 K. Although there are many fabrication methods as melt-textured growth (MTG), top seeded infiltration growth (TSIG) and TSMG to produce large HTS samples, the desired large sample size and the sample shape compatible with the superconducting magnetic bearing systems are not still sufficient for the technological applications. In this study, the performed cut-pasted process and obtained magnetic levitation force data can be using for the increment sample size and the desired sample shape in the needed different geometry and size for superconducting magnetic bearing systems.

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    The analgesic effect of metformin on paclitaxel-induced neuropathic pain model in rats: By considering pathological results

    Hacimuftuoglu, Ahmet; Mohammadzadeh, Maryam; Hjoughi, Ali Taghizadehghale; Taspinar, Numan; Togar, Basak; Nalci, Kemal Alp; Okkay, Ufuk; Gundogdu, Betul

    Background and Objective: Metformin (MET) has been used as an antidiabetic agent for type II diabetes. At the same time, recent researches have shown that the clinical improvement of MET is useful for nerve damage. In this study, we investigated the analgesic effect of MET in paclitaxel (PAC)-induced neuropathic pain. Materials and Methods: Forty-two adult, female rats, Wistar strain weighing 220 ± 10 g were randomly divided into 5 experimental groups. PAC was intraperitoneally (IP) administered (2.0 mg/kg) for 4 groups every other day (0, 2, 4, and 6 days). By the 30th day, MET (100, 200, and 400 mg/kg) was administered to 4 groups. Before and after treatment, basal pain threshold values were measured with Randall-Selitto analgesiometer test. At the end of experiment, pathological values were measured in selected regions including brain (motor cortex, M1), spinal cord (L4-L5), sciatic nerve, and muscle. Results: According to our results, PAC-induced neuropathic pain reached to highest level at 14th day. Four hundred milligram/kilogram concentration of MET remarkably decreased PAC-induced neuropathic pain. On the other hand, pathologic features have shown that PAC had significant pathological change in the brain and spinal cord while in the peripheral nerves and muscles had not shown any pathological change. Conclusion: The pathological results of the current study for the first time demonstrated that MET beside of its antidiabetic effects reversed neuropathic pain induced by PAC. Consequently, this research can be promising for cancer patients that suffering from neuropathic pain induced by anticancer drugs.

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