Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents Research Articles

Ultrasound-assisted extraction of major anthocyanins in Korean black raspberries (Rubus coreanus Miquel) using natural deep eutectic solvents

This study investigated a methodology for the extraction of major anthocyanin from Korean black raspberries (KBR) using green chemistry. Ternary natural deep eutectic solvent (NADES) used in this study consisted of choline chloride, malic acid, and 1,4-butanediol (2:1:1; w/w/w) based on the viscosity and total anthocyanin contents. The interaction between the components of ternary NADES and their characteristic functional groups were confirmed from infrared spectroscopy. The optimized extraction conditions based on the Box–Behnken design and response surface methodology were as follows: extraction temperature of 26.6 °C, extraction time of 15.2 min, and NADESs water content of 23.3% (v/v). The extraction efficiency and storage stability of cyanidin-3-O-glucoside (C3G) in the ternary NADES were determined. The extraction efficiency of C3G from KBR was most influenced by the water content of the NADES. The storage stability of C3G extracted from KBR using the ultrasound-assisted method with optimized ternary NADES was higher than pure water and acidic water (0.1M HCl). C3G from KBR in the NADES remained stable at > 97% for nine days. The proposed methodology adheres to green chemistry principles, emphasizing on low energy consumption, mild conditions, biodegradability, and eco-friendliness.

Natural deep eutectic liquid and ultrasound-assisted extraction of milk thistle phenolics and their hepatoprotective activities

IntroductionThe present research describes the utilization of natural deep eutectic solvent in combination with ultrasound for the extraction of milk thistle polyphenols. The extracts obtained under different conditions were evaluated for their in vitro antioxidant activities and hepatoprotective activities in Albino mice (in vivo).MethodsThe extraction parameters involving liquid-to-solid ratio (S/L), ethanol-to-natural deep eutectic solvent ratio (EtOH/DES), extraction time (t), and ultrasound treatment time were investigated and optimized to enhance the recovery of bioactives, their phenolic content, Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity (TEAC), and radical scavenging capacity (RSC).Results and discussionsThe extraction of milk thistle polyphenols using glucose/citric acid (1:1)-based natural deep eutectic liquid coupled with ultrasound for 1.0 min under an S/L of 6.2, EtOH/DES 9, and extraction time of 120.8 min offered 35.89 ± 2.29 g/100 g of crude extracts, which were three-fold higher than that by conventional solvent extraction (CSE). Each gram of milk thistle extracts thus obtained comprised 377.93 ± 6.17 mg GAE of TPC and exhibited 298.70 ± 3.06 μmol TEAC and 93.16 ± 0.58 percent inhibition of DPPH free radicals. In addition, the administration of milk thistle extracts obtained as given above at 25 mg/Kg body weight in Albino mice significantly (p ≤ 0.05) improved the liver function parameters at the end of treatment (7 days).ConclusionOverall, it was observed that NaDES in combination with medium-level ultrasound energy (700 watt) might work as a sustainable choice to enhance the recovery of bioactive phenolics from milk thistle powder without compromising their antioxidant and hepatoprotective potential.

Exploring the molecular mechanism of targeted extraction of novel flavonoid components in licorice using natural deep eutectic solvent

In the previous study of our research group, it was found that choline chloride (ChCl)- glycolic acid (GA) deep eutectic solvent (DES), as a green solvent, has good solubility for licorice flavonoids. However, the molecular mechanism of whether ChCl-GA DES can selectively extract licorice flavonoids is still unclear. Therefore, in this study, ChCl-GA DES was used as the extraction solvent to explore the molecular mechanism of DES-targeted extraction of licorice flavonoids. LC-MS studies have shown that DES exhibits good separation performance for licorice flavonoids and has successfully identified seven novel flavonoid compounds that have not been previously reported in licorice. Molecular dynamics and quantum computational studies have revealed that the favorable molecular interactions between DES and licorice flavonoids are the main reason for their targeted separation. Network pharmacology studies have indicated that licorice flavonoids extracted by DES exhibit significant antioxidant activity, which has been verified through molecular docking and in vitro and in vivo experiments. Based on the findings of this study, it can be concluded that DES holds promise as a new green solvent for the extraction of flavonoid compounds in natural products, suggesting its potential for various applications.

Natural deep eutectic solvents-mediated extraction of rosmarinic acid from Lamiaceae plants: Enhanced extractability and anti-inflammatory potential

Species from the Lamiaceae family (mint, sage, savory, rosemary, etc.) are widely used as culinary spices and teas and are recognized as a rich source of bioactive phytochemicals, especially rosmarinic acid (RA). In recent years, there is a tendency to reduce the use of solvents and processes that may be toxic and harmful to the environment. This study investigates the potential of the use of eco-friendly natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) and ultrasound-mediated approach in the extraction of rosmarinic acid from Lamiaceae species. The chromatographic analysis demonstrated the promising ability of choline chloride-based NADES as RA extraction solvents. The majority of the prepared ready-to-use NADES extracts protect the erythrocyte membrane from lyses and showed pronounced antioxidant activity. Principal component analysis (PCA) showed that the DPPH and FRAP activities of extracts were related to RA, while other extracted compounds were responsible for ORAC and antihemolytic activity. Interestingly, pure NADES reduced the level of inflammatory mediator PGE2 in lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated monocytes. A solubility study of pure RA indicates that NADES may serve as an alternative to organic solvents.

Impedimetric sensor based on molecularly imprinted polythionine from deep eutectic solvent for epinephrine determination

Deep eutectic solvents have obtained growing interest in analytical chemistry due to opportunities related the green chemistry paradigm, i.e., substitution of organic solvents, application of nontoxic ingredients and minimal quantities of wastes formed in their synthesis and usage. In this work, the advantages of deep eutectic solvents were shown in the development of electrochemical sensor for epinephrine determination. Polythionine molecularly imprinted with epinephrine (PTNMIP) was electrodeposited from natural deep eutectic solvent (NADES) consisted of citric acid, glucose, and water in 1:1:6 molar ratio and tested with standard solutions of epinephrine, pharmaceutical preparations, and artificial samples of biological liquids. Only one drop (100 µL) of the monomer dissolved in NADES was applied for sensor preparation on the platform of screen-printed carbon electrode. Electropolymerization was performed by multiple scanning of the potential. The formation of molecular imprints was confirmed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). After the template removal, the charge transfer resistance of the surface layer depended on the epinephrine concentration in the range from 100 nM to 316 µM (limit of detection 50 nM). Selectivity of the signal was confirmed against serotonin and norepinephrine commonly present in biological liquids. Sensor was successfully tested for the determination of epinephrine in spiked solutions mimicking influence of the plasma electrolytes, serum proteins, and in real saliva samples. The recoveries calculated for 10 μM epinephrine ranged from 98.3 to 102.6%. Insignificant influence of the additives and stabilizers present in medications was eliminated by sample dilution. Impedimetric sensor developed showed good opportunities for further application in clinical diagnostics, pharmacokinetics studies and medication manufacture control.

Harnessing the power of natural deep eutectic solvents (choline chloride/sucrose) and polypropylene glycol in the formation of aqueous biphasic systems and the application of these systems in drug extraction.

In recent times, there has been considerable interest in utilizing aqueous biphasic systems (ABSs) containing natural deep eutectic solvents (NADESs) for the extraction of various substances. In this study, we focused on investigating the phase behavior of ABSs composed of poly(propylene) glycol 400 and NADESs (specifically, choline chloride/sucrose with molar ratios of 2 : 1 and 1 : 1). By analyzing the compositions of tie-lines, it was observed that these ABSs, which consist of four components, exhibit characteristics similar to ternary systems. To examine the influence of molar ratios on phase separation, the binodal model was applied to the obtained binodal data. The NRTL and UNIQUAC models were employed to establish correlations for the tie-lines. Moreover, we examined the extraction capabilities of the aforementioned ABSs for three commonly used drugs: diclofenac potassium, acetaminophen, and salicylic acid. To assess the efficiency of extraction, partition coefficients and extraction efficiencies were calculated for each drug. The results revealed that the extraction efficiency of these drugs into the polymer-rich top phase is dependent on their hydrophobicity. Furthermore, we employed the Diamond-Hsu equation, along with its modified version, to establish correlations between the experimental partition coefficients of the drugs and NADES overall concentrations.

Combination of Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents and Nano-Liquid Chromatography towards White Analytical Chemistry: A Practical Application

In this work, a green and practical analytical method based on natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) as extraction agents and nano-liquid chromatography as a separation technique was developed. To demonstrate the applicability of the methodology, alkylphenols and bisphenol A were evaluated as model compounds in olive and sunflower oils as model fatty samples by liquid–liquid microextraction. With this aim, several NADES based on mixtures of choline chloride with glycerol, lactic, ascorbic, and citric acids or glycerol with amino acids were evaluated as potential extraction solvents. In addition, to select the most suitable stationary phase for the separation of this group of contaminants, some stationary phases were tested, including Pinnacle II phenyl, Cogent Bidentate C18™, and XBridge® C18. The last one provided the best performance with an analysis time of 11 min. To solve the problem of the compatibility of hydrophilic NADES with chromatographic systems without harming the solubility of analytes, different aqueous organic mixtures were tested. Methanol/water mixtures were the most suitable as an injection solvent. Finally, following the White Analytical Chemistry principles, different tools were used to evaluate the greenness, the practicality, and applicability of the method based on the Analytical Eco-Scale, the Analytical GREEnness metric approach, and the Blue Applicability Grade Index.

Isolation and characterisation of lignin using natural deep eutectic solvents pretreated kenaf fibre biomass

Extraction of lignin via green methods is a crucial step in promoting the bioconversion of lignocellulosic biomasses. In the present study, utilisation of natural deep eutectic solvent for the pretreatment of kenaf fibres biomass is performed. Furthermore, extracted lignin from natural deep eutectic solvent pretreated kenaf biomass was carried out and its comparative study with commercial lignin was studied. The extracted lignin was characterized and investigated through Infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy, X-ray Diffraction, thermogravimetric analysis, UV–Vis spectroscopy, and scanning electron microscopy. FTIR Spectra shows that all samples have almost same set of absorption bands with slight difference in frequencies. CHNS analysis of natural deep eutectic solvent pretreated kenaf fibre showed a slight increase in carbon % from 42.36 to 43.17% and an increase in nitrogen % from − 0.0939 to − 0.1377%. Morphological analysis of commercial lignin shows irregular/uneven surfaces whereas natural deep eutectic solvent extracted lignin shows smooth and wavy surface. EDX analysis indicated noticeable peaks for oxygen and carbon elements which are present in lignocellulosic biomass. Thermal properties showed that lignin is constant at higher temperatures due to more branching and production of extremely condensed aromatic structures. In UV–VIS spectroscopy, commercial lignin shows slightly broad peak between 300 and 400 nm due to presence of carbonyl bond whereas, natural deep eutectic solvent extracted lignin does not show up any peak in this range. XRD results showed that the crystallinity index percentage for kenaf and natural deep eutectic solvent treated kenaf was 70.33 and 69.5% respectively. Therefore, these innovative solvents will undoubtedly have significant impact on the development of clean, green, and sustainable products for biocatalysts, extraction, electrochemistry, adsorption applications.

Natural deep eutectic solvent as a green extraction medium for the ultrasonic-assisted extraction of sinapine thiocyanate from black mustard seeds

Herein, several choline chloride-based (ChCl) natural deep eutectic solvents (NADESs) were investigated for the ultrasonic-assisted extraction (UAE) of sinapine thiocyanate (ST) from black mustard seed (BMS). The NADES consisting of choline chloride and ethylene glycol (EG) was screened as the extraction solvent and single-factor experiments were carried out. In addition, compared with the conventional extraction solvents and extraction methods. The optimized extraction conditions were described below: NADES synthesized by ChCl and EG was used as an extractant with a water content of 20 %, and the solid–liquid ratio was 1:30 g∙mL−1. The mixture was extracted under the ultrasonic parameters of 60 ℃ and 200 W for 75 min. The extraction rate obtained using this method was higher than traditional solvents such as methanol, ethanol and water, and the time consumed was also greatly reduced compared to heated reflux extraction. A variety of instruments were used to characterize the experimental materials and further elucidate the extraction mechanism. Meanwhile, the antioxidant capacity of the ChCl/EG extract of BMS was determined by ultraviolet–visible spectrophotometry. The green evaluation of the method was carried out by the complex green analytical procedure index (ComplexGAPI). This work provides a green technique for valid extraction of ST from BMS, which is expected to be expanded to pharmaceutical, food and other related industries.

Green extraction of phenolic compounds from strawberry waste based on natural deep eutectic solvents

SummaryThe increase in ecological sensitivity and the interest in ‘green chemistry’ are leading to a decrease in the use of environmentally harmful substances in chemical processes. Replacing traditional solvents with NaDES (Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents) is an excellent green alternative to extract bioactive compounds from agri‐food industry wastes, as these solvents bring numerous advantages and are environmentally friendly. In this work, the performance of traditional organic solvents and NaDES were compared for the extraction of phenolic compounds (PCs), with different physicochemical characteristics, from strawberry residues. For this reason, numerous combinations of NaDES have been evaluated, optimising the experimental conditions of the process. The samples were analysed using HPLC–MS/MS, which allowed the identification and quantification of numerous PCs in the samples. The best extraction efficiencies were obtained using choline chloride (ChCl) as hydrogen bond acceptor and lactic acid (LA) as hydrogen bond donor, in a ratio of 1:5 and containing 30% of water. Isoquercetin, hesperidin and catechin were the phenolic compounds most remarkable in samples, with a content of ca. 43%, 26% and 11% of total polyphenols, respectively. Finally, the evaluation of the method through the Analytical GREEness calculator showed how NaDES can satisfactorily replace traditional extractions with a great performance and reduced impact on the environment.

Widely targeted metabolomic and KEGG analyses of natural deep eutectic solvent-based saponins extraction from Camellia oleifera Abel.: Effects on composition

Camellia saponins are important by-products of Camellia Oleifer Abel. processing. In this study, an eco-friendly method based on natural deep eutectic solvents (NaDESs, proline and glycerol at a molar ratio of 2:5) was established to extract saponins from C.oleifera cakes. The content of saponin (702.22 ± 1.28 mg/g) obtained using NaDES was higher than those extracted using water or methanol. UPLC-Q-TOF MS analysis of chemical structure showed that the difference in the extraction technique alter individual saponins. A widely targeted metabolomic approach and KEGG metabolic pathway analysis showed that the upregulated metabolites in the NaDES-based extract mainly included flavonoids, alkaloids, and phenolic acids; and they were involved in arginine and proline metabolism, metabolic pathways, phenylpropanoid biosynthesis, biosynthesis of secondary metabolites, and flavonoid biosynthesis. The present study proposes a selective substitute for use in the extraction of camellia saponins with composition analysis.

Mineral Acid Co-Extraction in Reactive Extraction of Lactic Acid Using a Thymol-Menthol Deep Eutectic Solvent as a Green Modifier.

Carboxylic acids can be isolated from fermentation broths using reactive liquid-liquid extraction, offering an alternative to the environmentally harmful state-of-the-art process of precipitating calcium lactate. To enhance the sustainability of liquid-liquid extraction processes, greener solvents, such as natural deep eutectic solvents, are investigated. However, fermentation broths often exhibit pH values unsuitable for carboxylic acid extraction, which can be adjusted using mineral acids, though mineral acids may be co-extracted. In this study, we systematically examine the co-extraction of hydrochloric, nitric, sulfuric, and phosphoric acid during extraction and back-extraction of lactic acid. The solvent phase consisted of tri-n-octylamine, trioctylphosphine oxide, or tributyl phosphate diluted in a thymol-menthol deep eutectic solvent. The back-extraction was conducted using a diluent swing with p-cymene as the antisolvent and water as the receiving phase. Tri-n-octylamine showed the highest efficiency for lactic acid (up to 29.8%) but also the highest co-extraction of mineral acids (up to 50.9%). In contrast, trioctylphosphine oxide exhibited a lower but more selective lactic acid extraction (5.94%) with low mineral acids co-extraction (0.135%). Overall, the highest co-extraction was observed for phosphoric acid and the lowest for nitric acid. In conclusion, the selected solvent phase composition and mineral acid influence the co-extraction and, thus, final product purity. The successful application of the natural deep eutectic solvent as the modifier enhances the sustainability of liquid-liquid extraction processes.

Dual-bioinspired and ultra-flexible photothermal eutectogels for highly efficient passive anti-freezing

Icing and frosting always cause troubles in present-day human activities, appealing for effective anti-freezing strategies to break through the bottleneck. Inspired by “predominant metabolites in the body fluid of cold-tolerant animals” and “poikilotherms that increase body temperature by absorbing solar energy”, natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) were incorporated within calcium alginate (CA) backbone to fabricate dual-bioinspired and ultra-flexible photothermal eutectogels (CNTs/NADES@CA). Normal CNTs (nCNTs) and hydroxylated CNTs (hCNTs) were used to investigate the effects of hydrogen-bonding networks of NADES on the dispersal/aggregation behaviours of nCNTs/hCNTs. Molecular dynamics (MD) simulation proved that hCNTs could form intense hydrogen-bonding interactions with NADES and disperse more uniformly, ultimately contributing to better mechanical properties. Spectral characteristics covering solar absorption and infrared emissivity showed that higher nanofiller loading could cause increased infrared emissivity, leading to more thermal energy loss during photothermal conversion. Besides, moisture absorption–desorption tests further confirmed the excellent function reproducibility and sustainability of the materials. One of the hCNTs-based eutectogels (4%-hCNTs) behaving the best in photothermal conversion was selected for anti-freezing tests concerning anti-frosting, anti-icing, and deicing capacities, announcing that the CNTs/NADES@CA could be highly efficient for passive anti-freezing. This study proposed a highly efficient nanofiller dispersion strategy enabled by NADES to fabricate ultra-flexible photothermal eutectogel by a physically simple method, and it is hoped that this work could open up new avenues for bioinspired materials and attract more concerns for the proposed dual-bioinspired anti-freezing strategy.

Optimization of extraction condition to improve blackthorn (Prunus spinosa L.) polyphenols, anthocyanins and antioxidant activity by natural deep eutectic solvent (NADES) using the simplex lattice mixture design method

In the present study, a statistical tool called the simplex lattice mixture design method was used to create a new formulation of Natural Deep Eutectic Solvent (NADES) that is derived from a combination of three compounds (lactic acid, maltose, and water) to extract phenolic compounds, including the anthocyanin content, as well as their antioxidant activity from blackthorn fruits (Prunus spinosa L.). The optimal condition for the highest compounds and antioxidant activity was obtained by simultaneous optimization of the ternary mixture containing lactic acid: maltose: water (66:16:16 v/v/v), which was the most suitable for simultaneous maximization of maximum total phenolic content (TPC) (134 ± 1.6 mg GAE/g) and antioxidant activity (AA) showing a 141 ± 1.4 mmol/TE g, which were measured using the DPPH assay. The ternary mixture containing lactic acid: maltose: water (33:33:33 v/v/v), which was the most suitable for simultaneous maximization of the total anthocyanin content (TAC) (120.3 ± 1.3 mg C3G/g)/TE g. The ANOVA analysis of the mixture design showed that all three responses (TPC, TAC, and AA) were statistically significant, with determination coefficients of 94.41 %, 94.96 %, and 98.38 %, respectively, and fit the quadratic regression models. A chromatographic analysis of the NADES extract of the blackthorn fruit revealed that phenolics (vanillic acid, chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid, and gallic acid) and anthocyanin (Cyanidin-3-O-glucoside, Cyanidin-3-O-rutinoside, Peonidin-3-O-glucoside and Delphidin-3-O-β-O-glucoside) are the most prevalent bioactive compounds. These results indicate that the simplex lattice mixture design effectively optimized the phenolic and anthocyanin content, thereby preserving their antioxidant activity. This optimization is valuable, as it can potentially enhance the nutritional and functional value of blackthorn fruit extracts that are rich in phenolic compounds and have antioxidant properties. These discoveries could be used in the creation of functional food, dietary supplement, and natural antioxidant for several fields.

Rapid and safe determination of vitamin B1 in dairy products, fruits, nuts and vitamin tablets: Combination of natural deep eutectic solvents, experimental design and artificial intelligence

A natural deep eutectic solvent-based sonication assisted liquid-phase microextraction (NDES-SA-LPME) combined with UV-Vis spectrophotometry was optimized for the analysis of thiamine (Vit-B1) in dairy products, fruits, nuts and vitamin tablets. Five NADES was prepared by blending different molar ratios of hydrogen bond acceptors (citric acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, choline chloride and betaine) and hydrogen bond donors (glucose, proline, and glycerol). Based on preliminary experiments, the central composite design was created for optimization of selected key extraction factors. The effects of factors on the extraction of Vit-B1 were investigated using artificial intelligence approaches. Validation of the NDES-SA-LPME method was performed by analysis of reference materials. Working ranges for model solutions and matrix matched solution were 8–500 µg L−1 and 15–400 µg L−1, respectively. Further, limits of detection for model solutions and matrix matched solution were 2.4 µg L−1 and 4.6 µg L−1, respectively. Finally, a matrix matching calibration approach was used to increase recovery results, and acceptable recovery data were obtained in range of 95.9%-118.4%. This study is the first report to apply artificial intelligence, experimental modelling and NDES together to the analysis of Vit-B1 in real samples.

Natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) for the extraction of bioactives: emerging opportunities in biorefinery applications

Natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) have emerged as an eco-friendly alternative for extracting bioactives, avoiding the use of flammable organic solvents and extreme temperatures and pH conditions. NADES rely on intermolecular interactions between hydrogen bonding donors (HBD) and hydrogen bonding acceptors (HBA) to form eutectic mixtures with significantly lower melting points than their individual components. These matrices are influenced by factors like water content, temperature, and component ratios. NADES high viscosity can hinder extractive efficiency, which can be mitigated by adding water or working at higher temperatures. However, excessive dilution with water may disrupt the supramolecular structure of NADES, reducing extraction efficiency. A notable feature of NADES is their fine-tunability for specific purposes. Adjusting physicochemical properties such as polarity, pH, and viscosity optimizes extraction efficiency by promoting the solubility of target molecules and interactions between the NADES and target molecules. NADES, unlike organic solvents, can partially disrupt plant and microalgae cell walls, enhancing permeability and extraction efficiency. Moreover, NADES can have a stabilising effect on bioactives and can enhance their biological activity and bioavailability. These attributes, coupled with their low environmental impact in terms of low toxicity and high biodegradability, make NADES attractive for biorefinery applications.

A green flow-batch liquid phase microextraction lab-in-syringe platform based on natural deep eutectic solvents for toxic metal determination

In this work, a novel functional and reliable computer-controlled flow-batch lab-in-syringe (LIS) platform was developed for liquid phase microextraction (LPME) based on the use of natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) as green alternatives to conventional extractants. The proposed automatic on-line LIS system is reported for the first time and demonstrated for the determination of toxic metals in aqueous samples, as a front-end to flame atomic absorption spectrometry (FAAS). To the best of our knowledge, the determination of metals by atomic spectrometric techniques processing a LIS preconcentration system using NADES has not been previously reported. The analytical process included the in-syringe metal complexation of Cd, Cu, and Pb (model analytes) with ammonium pyrrolidine dithiocarbamate and the subsequent microextraction of the resulted complexes by a mixture of menthol:heptanoic acid at a molar ratio of 1:2. After phase separation, the NADES was transferred towards the flame for direct atomization in an automatic and precise manner. The main attributes that affect the performance of the method were thoroughly studied. Under optimum conditions, the limits of detection ranged between 0.54 and 4.52 μg L−1 corresponding to a sample consumption of 4000 μL. The relative standard deviations were less than 3.8% demonstrating good method precision. As a proof-of-concept, the developed system was used for the analysis of drinking and environmental water samples resulting in good relative recoveries (i.e., 94.0–104.0%). The green character and the applicability of the proposed approach were demonstrated by the Green Analytical Procedure Index (GAPI), and Blue Applicability Grade Index (BAGI), respectively.

Caffeine, chlorogenic acid, and catechin extraction from coffee cherry waste using green solvent as natural deep eutectic solvent

Caffeine, chlorogenic acid, and catechin extraction from coffee cherry waste using green solvent as natural deep eutectic solvent

Extracting bioactive compounds and proteins from Bacopa monnieri using natural deep eutectic solvents.

This study employed novel extraction methods with natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) to extract bioactive compounds and proteins from Bacopa monnieri leaves. The conditional influence of ultrasonic-assisted extraction (UAE), microwave-assisted extraction (MAE), and enzymatic-assisted extraction (EAE) on the recovery efficiency of phenolics, proteins, flavonoids, and terpenoids was evaluated. The conditions of UAE were 50 mL/g LSR, 600W of ultrasonic power, and 30% water content with 40°C for 1 min to obtain the highest bioactive compounds and protein contents. The conditions of MAE were 40 mL/g LSR, 400W of microwave power with 30% water content for 3 min to reach the highest contents of biological compounds. The conditions of EAE were 30 mL/g of LSR, 20 U/g of enzyme concentration with L-Gly-Na molar ratio at 2:4:1, and 40% water content for 60 min to acquire the highest bioactive compound contents. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is employed to analyze the surface of Bacopa monnieri leaves before and after extraction. Comparing seven extraction methods was conducted to find the most favorable ones. The result showed that the UMEAE method was the most effective way to exploit the compounds. The study suggested that UMEAE effectively extracts phenolics, flavonoids, terpenoids, and protein from DBMP.

Tunable durian seed gum-derived eutectogel as a novel coating material: Rheological, thermal, textural and barrier properties for enhanced food preservation

As a promising green and sustainable coating material, gum was extracted from durian seed to produce eutectogel, which the properties were tunable using natural deep eutectic solvent (NADES). Ten different eutectogels were successfully synthesized using durian seed gum (DSG) and xanthan gum (XG) gelators at different composition (5, 10, 15 %) to gel choline chloride-glucose (1:1), choline chloride-fructose (1:2) and betaine-glucose-water (1:1:1) NADESs. Results revealed that eutectogel was non-Newtonian and weak gel material with excellent thermostability up to 200 °C. When the gum content increased, the resulted eutectogel showed higher viscosity, yield stress, hardness, gumminess, adhesiveness, and weight holding capacity. In overall, choline chloride-fructose (1:2) NADES and 10 % of DSG formed an excellent eutectogel which remained stable and compatible upon 12 weeks of storage. It displayed superior viscoelastic, texture, gases and moisture barrier properties which were beneficial for food coating application. This eutectogel was able to extend the shelf life of fresh-cut apples during storage with lower weight loss and higher total phenolic content (TPC). The potential future of this well-characterized tunable DSG-derived eutectogel includes, but not limited to, food and pharmaceutical industries, smart sensing, flexible wearable electronics, water purification, supercapacitors and batteries.