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- Derleme MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1Expanding Layers of Bacteriocin Applications: From Food Preservation to Human Health Interventions
Demirgül, Furkan; Kaya, Halil İbrahim; Ucar, Redife Aslıhan; Mitaf, Naciye Afranur; Şimşek, Ömer
Bacteriocins, ribosomally synthesized by bacteria, have long been recognized for their role in ensuring food safety and security due to their antibacterial effects against foodborne pathogens and spoilage bacteria. However, recent advancements have unveiled their expanding potential beyond food applications, with increasing evidence of their efficacy against clinically significant pathogenic bacteria, biofilm formation, viral infections, and even cancer. These emerging discoveries have continuously added new layers to the application of bacteriocins, extending their relevance from food preservation to broader human health interventions. To further harness this expanding potential, various innovative strategies have been developed to overcome traditional limitations associated with bacteriocin use. Instead of directly employing bacteriocins or bacteriocin-producing bacterial cultures, novel approaches, such as incorporating them into films and packaging materials or coupling them with nanoparticles, have demonstrated enhanced effectiveness. In this review, we examine the evolving landscape of bacteriocin applications and shed light on the expanding functional spectrum of bacteriocins for both food safety and human health, although some important challenges and limitations remain. By analyzing the recent literature and innovative technological advancements, we highlight how bacteriocins are continuously evolving, opening new frontiers for their use and reinforcing their significance beyond their conventional roles.
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İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ4Psychometric Validation of the Turkish Version of the Personalized Psychological Flexibility Index (T-PPFI) in Disaster Search and Rescue Volunteers
Çınar, Öznur; Cengiz, Ekrem
This study aimed to perform a cross-cultural adaptation of the English version of the Personalized Psychological Flexibility Index into Turkish (T-PPFI). It was conducted among 604 disaster search and rescue volunteers who participated in the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes in Türkiye. Exploratory factor analysis supported a three-factor, 15-item structure, and confirmatory factor analysis indicated good fit for the three-factor model. Convergent and divergent validity were supported by a positive correlation with the Comprehensive Assessment of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Processes (CompACT) and negative correlations with the Acceptance and Action Questionnaire-II (AAQ-II) and the Depression Anxiety and Stress Scales-21 (DASS-21). The T-PPFI showed acceptable internal consistency (total score α= .727; ω= .712) and high test-retest reliability over 14 days (r= .962). Gender measurement invariance analyses supported comparability of T-PPFI scores across men and women. Hierarchical regression analyses provided evidence for the incremental validity of the T-PPFI beyond AAQ-II and CompACT in predicting DASS-21 outcomes, and higher-order EFA supported construct-level discriminant validity. The findings suggest that the 15-item T-PPFI is a reliable and valid measure of psychological flexibility in Turkish disaster search and rescue volunteers. All rights reserved.
- MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ1Experimental 4E analysis (energy-exergy-economic-environmental) of hybrid parabolic trough collector-thermoelectric generator-phase change material cogeneration system
Guclu, Tamer; Cuce, Pinar Mert; Cuce, Erdem
Hybrid solar cogeneration systems are critical for enhancing energy utilisation and mitigating the intermittency of solar resources. This study presents a comprehensive 4E (Energy-Exergy-Economic-Environmental) experimental analysis of a novel hybrid system that uniquely integrates a Parabolic Trough Collector (PTC), a small-scale steam turbine, a Thermoelectric Generator (TEG) assembly, and a Phase Change Material (PCM) thermal storage unit. The system's performance was investigated under 15 distinct operating conditions, varying initial water masses (0.1, 0.15, 0.2 kg) and operating pressures (6, 8, 10, 12, and 14 bar). Experimental results demonstrated the system's adaptive cogeneration capabilities. At 14 bar and 0.2 kg, the system achieved its maximum Solar-to-Electricity efficiency of 0.42%. At this operating condition, the highest collector thermal efficiency was 25.25% (at 6 bar), and the maximum overall energy and exergy efficiencies were 8.43% and 1.45%, respectively. A key finding was the system's adaptive electrical output: at low pressures (6 bar), the TEG acted as a crucial co-generator, supplying up to 55% of the electricity, whereas at high pressures (14 bar), the turbine dominated, accounting for 88-90% of the output. Furthermore, the study experimentally confirmed that latent heat transfer was the dominant heat transfer mechanism for the PCM, with latent heat contributing ∼445 kJ (55%) of the 805 kJ total energy stored. The thermo-economic analysis confirmed the system's viability, yielding a Simple Payback Period (Spp) of 6.9 years and a competitive Levelised Cost of Energy (LCOE) of $0.101/kWh. The system is projected to save 118.8 kg of CO2 and 660 L of water annually. The results validate the thermodynamic and economic feasibility of the integrated PTC-Turbine-TEG-PCM concept as a flexible solution for small-scale solar cogeneration.
AtıfScopus3WoS2OpenAlex6İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ2Assessment of municipal water quality criteria in consideration of microbiological and physicochemical parameters using a fuzzy decision-making framework
Suiçmez, Özlem; Teke, Çağatay; Özdemir, Akın
Water is a significant element for the sustainability of life and is crucial for many aspects, such as agriculture, cities, ecosystems, industries, and people. This study focuses on municipal water quality assessments for urbanization activities and human health concerns when dealing with the sustainable city concept. For the first time, an integrated fuzzy decision-making framework is proposed to evaluate municipal water quality criteria with microbiological parameters, heavy metals, and other chemicals. For this aim, the eight main criteria and forty-four sub-criteria were specified to evaluate municipal water quality for a sustainable city. A case study was performed in Bayburt, Türkiye, to evaluate 130 water depots when dealing with a number of scenarios. Moreover, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 6.1 and 6.3 can be achieved through the study. Finally, this study presents how to develop safe and clean water management for the concept of a sustainable city.
- MakaleYayıncıda açık erişim2026Scopus SJRQ2A pilot pre–post study of a scaffolded AI chatbot for financial literacy education among university students
Ayberkin, Doruk; Yirik, Emirhan
This pilot study examines pre- to post-test changes in university students’ financial literacy knowledge following a one-week student-directed learning period using a pedagogically scaffolded GPT‑4o Application Programming Interface (API) chatbot. Guided by constructivist learning theory [29], the immediate feedback model [10], and self-determination theory [24], the study employed a single-group pre-test–post-test quantitative design with 32 undergraduate students at a Turkish public university. The primary outcome was financial literacy knowledge, measured with 32 factual statements rated on a six-point agreement scale and keyed against correct responses, across six subscales (Basic Economics and Finance, Individual Banking, Retirement and Insurance, Financial Statements, Investment, and Tax and Legislation). Five objective multiple-choice items served as a limited, complementary performance check. Paired-samples t-tests were used for normally distributed difference scores, and Wilcoxon signed-rank tests for non-normal difference scores; six subscale comparisons were interpreted using Holm-adjusted p values. The overall score increased from pre-test to post-test, with a large standardized mean change (d = 1.09, 95% CI [0.64, 1.52]), and all six exploratory subscale comparisons remained statistically significant after Holm adjustment. Objective item performance also increased on several items, including the compound-interest item (3.1% to 81.2%). However, because the design included no control or comparison group, identical objective items were repeated, and chatbot interaction logs were not systematically recorded, the observed changes cannot be causally attributed to the chatbot. The findings therefore provide preliminary, uncontrolled evidence that warrants testing in controlled studies rather than evidence of intervention effectiveness.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ2Microstructural Evolution of Vanadium-Modified A380 Aluminum Alloy under Different Solidification Conditions
Çolak, Murat; Avci, Ömer; Demir, Muhammet Emin
Quality requirements for aluminum alloys are continuously increasing with technological advancements, driving the need for improved alloy design and casting control. Alloying additions and solidification conditions play a decisive role in determining the microstructural characteristics of cast aluminum alloys. In this study, a commercial A380 aluminum alloy was modified with vanadium (V) additions of 0.03, 0.06, and 0.1 wt.% and cast in step permanent molds with section thicknesses ranging from 5 to 30 mm, enabling a systematic investigation of different solidification conditions. Melting, liquid metal treatment, metallographic preparation, SEM/EDS analysis, density measurements, and solidification modeling were employed. The results demonstrate that vanadium addition and solidification time jointly govern the morphology and distribution of eutectic silicon and intermetallic phases. Under the investigated casting conditions, a V addition of 0.06 wt.% resulted in the most homogeneous microstructure, while higher V content led to the formation of coarser intermetallic phases, particularly at longer solidification times. These findings emphasize the importance of considering the combined effects of alloying and solidification parameters when optimizing the microstructure of A380 aluminum castings for industrial applications.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ4Effect of Seismic Isolation on Earthquake Behavior of Mid-Rise Reinforced Concrete Building Systems
Delikkaya, Uğur; Karabulut, Pembe Merve; Ergün, Mustafa
When the latest updated Türkiye Earthquake Hazard Map and Active Fault Maps are examined, it is seen that a large part of Türkiye's surface area is at earthquake risk. With increasing urbanization, the majority of the population lives in cities built on active earthquake faults. The 7.8 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes centered in Kahramanmaraş, Pazarcık, and Elbistan occurred in Türkiye on February 6, 2023, and caused significant loss of life and major damage in 10 provinces. In the damage assessment studies conducted after the earthquakes, it was determined that the damage in structures constructed with tunnel formwork systems was less than the damage in other structural systems. The importance of seismic isolators in such a severe earthquake was once again revealed. Within the scope of this study, the earthquake performance of mid-rise buildings constructed with tunnel formwork systems and mid-rise buildings constructed with reinforced concrete carcass construction systems was compared with and without isolators for different soil classes. When the obtained results were examined, it was observed that the earthquake performance of the structures constructed with the tunnel formwork system was better than that of the structures constructed with the reinforced concrete frame structure system and that in cases where a seismic isolator was used, the isolator positively affected the forces acting on the structure and the structure displacements.
- Derleme MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1Factors affecting the sustainability of open educational resource initiatives in higher education: A systematic review
Aksoy, Dilara Arzugül; Kurşun, Engin; Zawacki-Richter, Olaf
This systematic review aims to examine the factors that impact the sustainability of open educational resources (OER) initiatives. A total of 226 articles from the Web of Science, ERIC and SCOPUS databases were subjected to content analysis to identify factors that influence the sustainability of OER initiatives based on the 3M (macro, meso and micro) framework. Our findings reveal that OER sustainability is influenced by different factors in different contexts, such as platform, content creator, learner, learning material and institutional setting. Within the institutional context, institutional policies categorised as a macro and meso factor, were identified as the most frequently mentioned factor affecting OER sustainability. The factors of providing institutional support and incentives were identified as meso factors. For faculty and learners, meso and micro factors such as attitude, motivation, awareness of OER, time, ICT needs and digital literacy were frequently mentioned. Access emerged as a prominent meso factor within the OER platforms dimension. Quality was identified as a critical macro and meso factor for the sustainability of OER. After the quality factor, material-related factors such as licensing, interactivity and free access emerged. Finally, an OER sustainability framework is proposed along with recommendations for researchers, practitioners and administrators to promote sustainable OER practices.
AtıfScopus4WoS4OpenAlex9İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1The Effects of Essential Oils from Coriander Seed, Tarragon and Orange Peel on Lipid Production by Yarrowia lipolytica Strains
Yılmaz, Özlem; Kaban, Güzin; Kaya, Mükerrem
The aim of the study was to investigate the effects of different concentrations (0.15, 0.30, and 0.45 mL/L) of essential oils from coriander seeds (Coriandrum sativum), tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus), and orange peels (Citrus sinensis) on biomass, lipid content, and lipid yield of the strains Yarrowia lipolytica Y-1094, Y. lipolytica YB 423, and Y. lipolytica IFP29. The fatty acid composition of the oils produced by the strains was also determined. The highest biomass (5.38 ± 1.80 g/L) and lipid production (0.98 ± 0.42 g/L) were observed in the presence of Y. lipolytica IFP29 and Y. lipolytica YB 423, respectively. The lipid yield showed the highest value at the level of 0.45 mL/L in the presence of the Y. lipolytica Y-1094 strain. The correlation heat map results indicate that 0.45 mL of tarragon affected biomass and lipid content more than the other essential oils used. Y. lipolytica Y-1094 produced higher levels in terms of myristic acid and palmitic acid in all three essential oil sources than the other strains. The highest oleic acid level of all strains was determined in coriander seed essential oil, and the lowest in tarragon essential oil. The oleic acid level of Y. lipolytica Y-1094 was lower than that of the other two strains in all essential oils. Regarding linoleic acid, the oil level did not have a significant effect in the presence of tarragon and orange peel.
AtıfScopus1WoS1OpenAlex1İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ3Frequency spectrum analysis of ground reaction forces during running in individuals with piriformis syndrome following an eight-week neuromuscular training program
Aali, Shirin; Rezazadeh, Farhad; Sheykhalizadeh, Hamed; Qasemi, Mojtaba; Akman, Onur; Badicu, Georgian
Background: Piriformis syndrome, a neuromuscular condition associated with sciatic nerve irritation, can disrupt lower limb biomechanics and alter ground reaction force (GRF) profiles during running. Neuromuscular training may improve lumbopelvic stability and coordination, but its effects on GRF frequency characteristics remain underexplored. Methods: Thirty physically active males (aged 35–45 years) with piriformis syndrome were recruited and allocated to either an intervention group (n = 15) or a control group (n = 15) in this quasi-experimental study. The intervention group completed an eight-week neuromuscular training protocol designed to enhance lumbopelvic stability and coordination. Vertical and free moment GRF components were recorded during treadmill running before and after the intervention. Temporal and group effects were analyzed using a two-way repeated-measures Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). Results: The intervention group exhibited a significant reduction in the number of harmonics in the vertical GRF component (p = 0.003, d = 0.55) and a decrease in the 99.5% power frequency of the free moment component (p = 0.001, d = 0.92). These changes reflected diminished high-frequency oscillations, suggesting improved eccentric muscle function, lumbopelvic control, and neuromuscular coordination. Conclusions: Neuromuscular training resulted in favorable alterations in GRF frequency spectra among individuals with piriformis syndrome, aligning with reductions in pain and indicating more efficient force transfer and load attenuation. These findings support the application of neuromuscular training to optimize running biomechanics and reduce mechanical stress in this population.
- MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ1The Use of Iron-Cobalt Sulphide Electrodes Decorated with Silver Nanoparticles as a Sensitive and Selective Sensor for Nitrite Determination in Different Meat Products
Anlar Daldal, Pınar; Öztürk Doğan, Hülya; Cinar Topcu, Kübra
In this study, silver nanoparticle-decorated iron cobalt sulphide (Ag@FeCoS₂) nanostructures were synthesized on the surface of a pencil graphite electrode (PGE). The resulting modified electrode obtained was used to determine the nitrite content in four different meat products (pastırma, bologna-type sausage, heat-treated sucuk, and ham) sourced from the same brand and widely consumed in the Turkish market. The fabricated Ag@FeCoS₂ electrode demonstrated high performance in amperometric nitrite detection, with a linear detection range (0.1 to 2.5 mM), high sensitivity (1759 μA mmol/L), and a low detection limit (0.29 μmol/L). The nitrite results obtained by the electrochemical method showed recoveries ranging from 99.3% to 102.5% compared with the spectrophotometric method. In addition, the physicochemical properties of the meat products, including pH, moisture, protein, fat, and ash contents, were characterized as complementary information on the real food matrices analyzed. Statistically significant differences were observed among the investigated products for these parameters. Overall, the developed Ag@FeCoS₂/PGE sensor provides a practical, accurate, and reliable analytical approach for nitrite determination in processed meat products.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1The impact of the Dark Triad personalities and parental interaction patterns in predicting the tendency toward risky behaviors among adolescent girls in Ardabil, Iran in 2024
Motavalli, Roya; Shayeghi, Hanieh; Mousazadeh, Tavakkol; Apay, Serap Ejder; Aktaş, Elif Odabaşı
Background: The escalating prevalence of risky behaviors during adolescence has emerged as a grave threat to public health, posing one of the most significant psychological, social, and health-related challenges globally. These behaviors impact the individual and have negative consequences on families and society. As a pressing concern for communities, healthcare organizations, and social policymakers, identifying factors leading adolescents toward risky behaviors is paramount and urgent. Methods: This descriptive correlational study was conducted in Ardabil, Iran, in 2024. Using convenience sampling, 200 s-year high school girls with an average age of 17 were selected. Participants were asked to complete three questionnaires: the Dark Triad Personality Test, the Revised Family Communication Patterns Scale (RFCP), and the Questionnaire of Risky Behaviors (QRB). The data were analyzed using Pearson correlation and multiple regression analysis, utilizing SPSS version 20. Results: The findings revealed a significant positive correlation (p < 0.01) between machiavellianism, narcissism, psychopathy, and the conformity interaction pattern with a tendency toward risky behaviors in adolescents. Additionally, there was a significant negative correlation (p < 0.01) between the conversation interaction pattern and risky behaviors. The results further indicated that 30.4% (p < 0.01) of the variance in risky behavior tendencies in adolescent girls could be explained by the Dark Triad personality traits. In comparison, the interaction patterns of conversation and parental conformity could account for 37% (p < 0.01). Conclusions: This study suggests that the Dark Triad personality traits and parental interaction patterns can effectively predict adolescent girls’ tendencies toward risky behaviors. These results underscore the need for effective management strategies addressing these variables in school programs to provide early interventions that may prevent the escalation of risky behaviors among adolescents.
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İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2Biosynthesis of Functionalized Silver Nanomaterials Utilizing Seeds of Black Rosehip (Rosa pimpinellifolia L.) and its Remarkable Antioxidative Capacity
Kizil, Hamit Emre
Background: Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have gained significant attention due to their unique antimicrobial, catalytic and optical properties. This study focuses on the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using black rosehip (Rosa pimpinellifolia L.) seeds (Rp-AgNPs) and evaluates their biological activities. Methods: Rp-AgNPs were synthesized using R. pimpinellifolia seed extract and characterized using multiple analytical techniques including UV-Vis spectroscopy, XRD, FTIR, TEM, SEM, EDAX, zeta potential analysis, DSC, SERS and XPS. The biological activities were assessed through DPPH free radical scavenging assay, cytotoxicity testing against H460 lung cancer cells and antimicrobial activity evaluation against various pathogens. Result: The synthesized Rp-AgNPs exhibited spherical morphology with an average size of 51.27 nm and demonstrated stability with a zeta potential of-18.9. The nanoparticles showed enhanced antioxidant activity (IC50 = 30.89 μg/mL) compared to the seed extract (IC50 = 136.4 μg/mL). Cytotoxicity studies revealed significant effects against H460 cells with an IC50 of 65.8 μg/mL. Antimicrobial testing demonstrated effectiveness against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria (MIC 50-100 μg/mL) and Candida strains (MIC 100-200 μg/mL).
AtıfScopus1WoS1OpenAlex1İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ3The Effect of Cannabidiol on Myokine, Cerebral and Cardiac Response in Rats with Sepsis Induced by Cecal Ligation and Punture Method
Erkiliç, T. Orkun; Bayraktar, B.
Background: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of Cannabidiol on myokine (Irisin), cerebral (BDNF) and cardiac (cTnI) responses in sepsis-induced rats by Cecal Ligation Perforation (CLP) method. Methods: In this study, 40 adult male Wistar albino rats, aged between 8-10 weeks, were used. 5 groups were created, with 8 rats in each group: Control (C), Sham (S), CLP, CLP+CBD 2.5 mg/kg, CLP+CBD 5 mg/kg group. Rats in groups C and Sham were sacrificed at the end of the 10th hour and intracardiac blood was taken immediately afterwards. In groups CLP, CLP+2.5 mg/kg, CLP+5 mg/kg, intra-abdominal sepsis was induced and at the end of the 10th hour after sepsis occurred with CLP application, rats were sacrificed and intracardiac blood was taken immediately afterwards. İrisin, BDNF and cTnI levels in the serum samples were measured by ELISA method. Result: In the present study, mean serum irisin, BDNF and levels were determined to be at the lowest level in the CLP group, while cTnI levels were at the highest level (p<0.01). In CLP groups, serum irisin and BDNF levels increased due to CBD addition and the most significant decrease in cTnI levels occurred in 5 mg/kg CBD groups. As a result, it was concluded that CLP may be safe and beneficial when administered at a dose of 5 mg/kg in sepsis-induced rats.
AtıfScopus2WoS2İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ1Perceived Organizational Support and Nurses' Job Performance: The Indirect Roles of Burnout and Quiet Quitting
Koroglu Kaba, Nagihan; Taskiran Eskici, Gülcan; Tiryaki Sen, Hanife
Perceived organizational support is an important organizational resource that may shape nurses' psychological well-being, workplace engagement, and performance-related outcomes. This study examined the relationship between perceived organizational support and nurses' job performance and explored whether burnout and quiet quitting showed indirect associations consistent with mediation. A cross-sectional correlational study was conducted in a tertiary university hospital in the Black Sea Region of Türkiye. Of 980 eligible nurses, 439 responded (response rate: 44.8%); after excluding 14 questionnaires, 425 nurses were included in the final analysis, representing 43.4% of the eligible population. Data were collected using standardized instruments measuring perceived organizational support, burnout, quiet quitting, and individual work performance. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation analysis, and multiple mediation analysis using Hayes' PROCESS macro were performed. Perceived organizational support was positively correlated with job performance (r = 0.27, p < 0.001) and negatively correlated with burnout (r = −0.47, p < 0.001) and quiet quitting (r = −0.37, p < 0.001). Burnout (r = −0.31, p < 0.001) and quiet quitting (r = −0.31, p < 0.001) were negatively correlated with job performance. The total effect of perceived organizational support on job performance was significant (b = 0.23, β = 0.27, p < 0.001). The direct association between perceived organizational support and job performance remained significant even after accounting for burnout and quiet quitting (b = 0.10, β = 0.12, p = 0.025). Significant indirect associations were observed through burnout (b = 0.07, β = 0.08, 95% CI = 0.03–0.12) and quiet quitting (b = 0.06, β = 0.07, 95% CI = 0.03–0.09). These findings suggest that supportive organizational environments may be associated with higher job performance among nurses by reducing burnout and quiet quitting. Given the cross-sectional design, these findings should be interpreted as associations consistent with mediation rather than causal evidence. The study was conducted in a single tertiary university hospital in the Black Sea Region of Türkiye, which may limit generalizability to other settings.
- MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ1Problem posing on vectors in space: preservice teachers’ perspectives
Ergin, Ayda Nur; Öztürk, Mesut; Aydin, Tuba Ağirman
This study examines preservice elementary mathematics teachers’ problem-posing processes related to vectors in space. Adopting a qualitative case study design, the problem-posing process was analyzed by treating the phases of orientation, connection, generation, and reflection as analytic units, focusing on the cognitive, linguistic, and reasoning-based actions exhibited at each phase. The findings reveal that preservice teachers experience considerable difficulties in establishing meaningful connections between mathematical structures and real-life contexts, particularly when posing vector problems in three-dimensional environments. In addition, causal attribution processes became salient during the reflection phase, with participants frequently explaining their successes and difficulties by referring to their conceptual understanding, prior experiences, and perceived competence. The results offer implications for the design of theory-based learning environments that support problem-posing processes in mathematics teacher education, particularly for advanced mathematical topics.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1Sensitive and selective nitrite sensor based on CuCo2O4-rGO nanocomposite synthesized by one-pot electrochemical method in pastırma
Anlar Daldal, Pınar; Öztürk Doğan, Hülya; Cinar Topcu, Kübra
In this study, CuCo₂O₄-rGO nanostructures were synthesized by a one-pot electrochemical method on the surface of Pencil Graphite Electrode (PGE) for nitrite determination in pastırma, a traditional meat product. The developed modified electrode was used to determine the amount of nitrite in pastırma samples obtained from three different brands in the Turkish market. When the nitrite values obtained by the electrochemical method were compared with the spectrophotometric method, they showed 91.20 % to 100 % agreement. In addition, the physicochemical properties of pastırma samples, such as pH, moisture, protein, fat, and ash, were analysed, and it was determined that pH and moisture values are critical parameters for product quality. These results show that the developed electrode provides a practical and sensitive method for nitrite sensing.
AtıfScopus2WoS2OpenAlex2İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1Electrospinning Encapsulation of Chlorophylls Microwave-Extracted from Spinach Waste and Utilization as Coloring Agent in Yogurt
Isik, Beyza Sukran; Bayram, Sinan; Altay, Filiz
Natural colorants have become a developing market because of consumer preferences, and more cost-effective and stable production is necessary. In the present study, a natural green colorant was obtained via microwave-assisted extraction from spinach waste to produce affordable, environmentally-friendly, and innovative colorants. The extracts were encapsulated with zein via uniaxial and coaxial electrospinning techniques to overcome the stability issues associated with their natural green color. The encapsulation efficiencies of uniaxially encapsulated chlorophyll extracted from spinach waste by microwave were 63.50 and 57.18 for chlorophyll a and b, respectively. The efficiencies of chlorophyll a and b by coaxial electrospinning were found 49.53% and 88.58%, respectively. The microwave-assisted extraction and the addition of eumelanin may contribute positively to the antioxidant activity and thermal stability of electrospun samples. The stability test against light revealed that 61% of chlorophyll a could be preserved by uniaxial electrospinning. In addition, when chlorophyll-loaded nanofibers were incorporated into yogurt, a more stable green color was achieved during storage.
AtıfScopus10WoS9OpenAlex11İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ3YIELD AND QUALITY PERFORMANCE OF DIFFERENT ROW SPACINGS ON CORIANDER GENOTYPES IN SEMI-ARID CONDITIONS
Kalkan, Zeynep; Ozturk, Erdogan; Sefaoglu, Firat; Gul, Volkan; Polat, Taskin; Toktay, Zehra; Mosber, Goltay
Increased plant population causes more in-row stress in plants, potentially reducing yield. Narrow row spacing can reduce stress by increasing plant-to-plant spacing within a row. Therefore, it is important to standardize plant row spacing according to various characteristics to achieve higher yield and quality. The purpose of the 2014–2015 study was to ascertain the impact of varying sowing distances (20, 30, 40, and 50 cm) between rows on the yield and agronomic traits of coriander genotypes (Gamze, Kudret, Telci). Four replications of the field research were set up using a "Randomized Blocks Experimental Design." The results indicated that genotype, row spacing, and the genotype x row spacing interaction had a statistically significant impact on seed output, but the years had no discernible influence on seed yield. The production of seed and oil decreased as row spacing increased, while oil content increased. With 20–40 cm row spacing and 1683.4–1846.5 kg da-1, the genotypes of Kudret and Telci produced the maximum seed production. Although the decrease in the number of branches and umbrellas in narrow row spacing had a negative effect on seed yield, the increase in the number of seeds per umbrella and the number of plants per unit area led to an increase in seed yield. When evaluated based on genotypes, although the Kudret and Telci genotypes gave the best results in terms of seed yield, the Kudret genotype gave the best results regarding essential oil ratio and essential oil yield.
- Derleme MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ2Titanium and polyetheretherketone for spinal fusion cages: a comparative narrative review of material behavior, structural design, and clinical translation
Hasheminasab; Bazmi, Arian; Hamsianetefagh, Rojin; Tabak, Yasemin; Ashkani, Omid; Mahboubizadeh, Shahram; Colak, Murat; Şensoy, Abdullah Tahir
Cage material selection in spinal fusion requires a trade-off among biological fixation, mechanical compatibility, subsidence resistance, and postoperative imaging. This structured narrative review compares titanium and polyetheretherketone (PEEK) cages across seven domains: osseointegration, modulus matching, endplate load transfer, surface biofunctionality, imaging, additive manufacturing and personalization, and geometry-guided architecture. Peer-reviewed literature indexed in PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, and Web of Science was considered from database inception through May 2026, with emphasis on comparative clinical studies, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and mechanistic studies directly relevant to cage design. Preclinical studies favor porous and additively manufactured titanium for bone–implant integration, but a consistent fusion-rate advantage in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) has not been established. In lumbar surgery, lower subsidence has been reported in selected lateral lumbar interbody fusion cohorts, while results after transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion remain heterogeneous. PEEK retains advantages in radiolucency and intrinsic modulus matching, while surface-modified and porous PEEK can improve biological performance. Subsidence is not determined by chemistry alone; cage footprint, architecture, endplate preparation, fixation, and bone quality remain major modifiers. Current evidence therefore supports procedure and design-specific selection rather than universal replacement of either platform. Long-term comparative data and standardized definitions of fusion and subsidence remain limited.
