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- Focus Issue: Woodland Resurgence and Sustainability in Mountains—Patterns, Drivers, and Social-Ecological ConsequencesPublication . Schmidt-Vogt, Dietrich; Azevedo, João C.; Grau, H. Ricardo; Nowreen, Sara; Portner, BrigitteIn recent decades, the resurgence of forests and other woodlands has become apparent in different regions of the world, challenging the perception of deforestation as the dominant land cover change pattern. Woodland resurgence has been particularly pronounced in mountain areas, where conditions limit the scope for agricultural mechanization and rural outmigration has favored land abandonment. In addition, many governmental and nongovernmental initiatives to promote forest management, restore forests, protect biodiversity, and conserve ecosystem services have focused on mountain areas.
- Editorial: Recent advances in quality control technology for fresh fruits and vegetablesPublication . Wang, Li; Pinela, José; Chen, Lin; Chen, DanThe editorial highlights the challenges in preserving fresh fruits and vegetables, emphasizing advances in processing and postharvest technologies to extend shelf life, reduce losses, and enhance nutritional and functional value. Included studies show that varietal selection and techniques such as malting can reduce FODMAPs in grains; combined 1-MCP and H₂S treatments preserve strawberries during storage; and fermentation with Lactobacillus acidophilus increases the bioavailability of polyphenols in honeysuckle beverages. Additionally, phenylalanine ammonia-lyase (PAL) is highlighted as a key regulator of enzymatic browning in minimally processed products. Collectively, these approaches promote plant-based foods that are more nutritious, functional, safe, and sustainable, contributing to higher-quality and lower-waste food systems.
- Feeding and Processing Affect Meat Quality and Sensory EvaluationPublication . Rodrigues, SandraThis special issue brings together studies showing how animal feeding and processing techniques influence meat quality, from nutritional value to texture, flavor, and shelf life. The research demonstrates that natural ingredients, sustainable diets, and innovative technologies can improve the stability, safety, and sensory acceptance of meat products.
- Note: Cytonuclear patterns of a honey bee population from the Azores show a stable population at the nuclear but not at the mitochondrial DNA levelPublication . Henriques, Dora; Lopes, Ana; Costa, Maíra; Quaresma, Andreia; Doblas-Bajo, Mónica; Pinto, M. AliceThe Azores archipelago has been the stage for multiple introductions of Apis mellifera from varying origins, which have led to widespread admixture and the existence of phenotypically and genotypically heterogeneous populations. This is evident on the São Miguel Island, where the historically introduced black phenotype of A. m. iberiensis (lineage M) co-exists with the contemporaneously introduced yellow phenotype of C-lineage ancestry. Interestingly, the cytonuclear markers used herein revealed that C-lineage ancestry is residual at the nuclear level for both the black (5.82 ± 1.66%) and yellow (5.91 ± 1.85%) phenotypes, although this is more pronounced at the mitochondrial level (27.27% for black and 14.74% for yellow). While the C-lineage contribution has remained stable at the nuclear level for over 20 years, there has been a recent decrease in the proportion of C-derived mitotypes.
- Closing Editorial: New Insights into Food Ingredients for Human Health PromotionPublication . Ribeiro, Andreia; Barreiro, FilomenaIn recent years, the intersection of food science and health promotion has gained interest. Driven by consumer awareness and a global push toward healthier, safer, and more sustainable food systems, the demand for functional, fortified, and clean-label products has grown substantially. In response to these evolving expectations, this Special Issue of Applied Sciences, titled “New Insights into Food Ingredients for Human Health Promotion”, brings together research and review articles that explore the development, characterization, and application of bioactive compounds with the potential to promote human health. These contributions reflect a commitment to innovation in food ingredient science, offering solutions that are both effective and aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.
- Correction: Ex situ germination of European acorns: data from 93 batches of 12 Quercus speciesPublication . Medina, María; Reyes-Martín, Marino P.; Levy, Laura; Lázaro-González, Alba; Andivia, Enrique; Annighöfer, Peter; Assaad, Farhah; Bauhus, Jürgen; Benavides, Raquel; Böhlenius, Henrik; Cambria, Vito E.; Carbonero, María D.; Castro, Jorge; Chalatashvili, Akaki; Chiatante, Donato; Cocozza, Claudia; Corticeiro, Sofa; Lazdina, Dagnija; Dato, Giovanbattista De; Sanctis, Michele De; Devetaković, Jovana; Drossler, Lars; Ehrenbergerová, Lenka; Ferus, Peter; Gómez-Aparicio, Lorena; Hampe, Arndt; Hanssen, Kjersti H.; Heinze, Berthold; Jakubowski, Marcin; Jiménez, María N.; Kanjevac, Branko; Keizer, Jan J.; Kerkez-Janković, Ivona; Klisz, Marcin; Kowalkowski, Wojciech; Kremer, Klaus; Kroon, Johan; Montagna, Dario La; Lazarević, Jelena; Lingua, Emanuele; Lucas-Borja, Manuel E.; Łukowski, Adrian; Löf, Magnus; Maia, Paula; Mairota, Paola; Maltoni, Alberto; Mariotti, Barbara; Martiník, Antonín; Marzano, Rafaella; Matías, Luis; Mcclory, Ryan W.; Merino, Manuel; Mondanelli, Lucia; Montagnoli, Antonio; Monteverdi, Maria C.; Moreno-Llorca, Ricardo; Navarro, Francisco B.; Nonić, Marina; Nunes, Luís; Oliet, Juan A.; Patrício, Maria Sameiro; Poduška, Zoran; Popovic, Vladan; Puchałka, Radosław; Rey-Benayas, José M.; Robakowski, Piotr; Sewerniak, Piotr; Szczerba, Marek; Ureña-Lara, Carmen; Vendina, Viktorija; Villar-Salvador, Pedro; Witzell, Johanna; Leverkus, Alexandro B.Following publication of the original article (Medina et al. 2024), the authors identified an error in the funding declaration.
- Special issue CHEMPOR 2023 – 14th International Chemical and Biological Engineering ConferencePublication . Pinho, Simão; Barreiro, FilomenaThe 14th International Chemical and Biological Engineering Conference (CHEMPOR 2023), organized by Bragança Polytechnic University and the Portuguese Engineers Association, was held in Bragança, Portugal, on September 12–15, 2023. CHEMPOR 2023 focused on recent developments in various settings, including biorefinery, biotechnology, energy and environment, innovative materials, and the creation and design of novel reaction and separation processes, always foreseeing industrial applications for a sustainable future. The conference served as a melting pot to celebrate creativity, diversity, and friendship among participants, fostering the exchange of ideas and enabling fruitful interactions. It brought together professionals from the academic, industrial, scientific, and technological communities, uniting over 300 delegates from 12 countries. This collection of papers from CHEMPOR 2023 vividly illustrates how biological and chemical engineers are tackling the major societal challenges of our time. They highlight converging initiatives to promote sustainability through a circular economy where materials are valued and renewable. The papers present contemporary contributions in wastewater treatment, waste and biomass valorization, energy transition solutions, efforts to mitigate climate change, and bio-based approaches to produce, separate, and purify valuable compounds using ionic liquids or eutectic solvents. The selected works featured in this special issue represent an excellent reflection of the conference spirit. The attendees' dedication to seeking innovative solutions and producing high-quality scientific outputs also stood out. Finally, we want to express our profound appreciation to all the participants and our enormous gratitude to all our sponsors and associated scientific journals and publishers. In particular, we acknowledge the editorial team of Separation and Purification Technology, especially Bart Van der Bruggen and Raquel Aires-Barros, for their significant support and enthusiasm.
- Special issue CHEMPOR 2023 – 14th International Chemical and Biological Engineering ConferencePublication . Pinho, Simão; Barreiro, FilomenaThe 14th International Chemical and Biological Engineering Conference (CHEMPOR 2023), organized by Bragança Polytechnic University and the Portuguese Engineers Association, was held in Bragança, Portugal, on September 12–15, 2023. CHEMPOR 2023 focused on recent developments in various settings, including biorefinery, biotechnology, energy and environment, innovative materials, and the creation and design of novel reaction and separation processes, always foreseeing industrial applications for a sustainable future. The conference served as a melting pot to celebrate creativity, diversity, and friendship among participants, fostering the exchange of ideas and enabling fruitful interactions. It brought together professionals from the academic, industrial, scientific, and technological communities, uniting over 300 delegates from 12 countries.
- Editorial: Microbial safety of animal-based food productsPublication . Andrade, María J.; Álvarez, Micaela; Rodrigues, PaulaThe studies gathered in this Research Topic focus on several key areas to ensure the safety of animal food products. Firstly, rapid pathogen detection is being improved through technologies like SWIR-HSI combined with advanced machine-learning techniques. Secondly, the use of natural antimicrobials, such as essential oils delivered via liposomes, is being explored to combat microbial development while minimizing negative impacts on food quality. Thirdly, investigations have revealed a link between high crayfish consumption and rhabdomyolysis, emphasizing the need to control the toxins in the food chain. Finally, studies on the relationship between diet and colorectal cancer have suggested a potential inverse association between high fish intake and risk of developing colorectal adenoma, suggesting a possible preventative role for fish consumption. These combined efforts aim to enhance the safety and quality of animal-derived foods through advanced detection methods, natural preservation strategies, and a broader understanding of foodborne threats.
- Editorial: III Bio.Natural-bioactive natural products research meeting: pharmacology perspectivesPublication . Rijo, Patrícia; Barros, Lillian; Efferth, ThomasThis Research Topic arises from the III Bio.Natural - Bioactive Natural Products Research Meeting, held on July 13–14, 2023, a forum dedicated to exploring the vast potential of natural products. Building on the success of the first two editions in 2019 and 2021 in Lisbon, this third edition continues to emphasize the significant contributions of natural products research, particularly their pharmacological properties and therapeutic applications.