Black sapote (Diospyros digyna) is a tropical fruit rich in vitamins and minerals. Many have taken an interest in the fruit due to Its nutritional values. However, the fruit is perishable and has a short shelf life, making it difficult for storage and distribution. Due to the perishable nature of Black sapote, cultivators face significant fruit loss. To overcome the problem of fruit loss,…
PT. Saraswanti Indo Genetech is a laboratory company that provides detection services for quality control for other companies that need permission from BPOM to commercialize their product. This project is one of the company’s projects for expanding its scope of services. The project’s goal is to identify the problem in growing the positive control of the IFU (The International Fruit…
The COVID-19 global pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2 has been going on for almost two years and has negatively impacted the global population. The same as other viruses, SARS-CoV-2 is continuously mutating to adapt to the environment, and this may result in negative impacts, such as an increase in virus transmission, virulence, and even resistance to vaccines. Hence, questions regarding whether th…
Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) is a process to prioritise in vitro fertilised embryos without genetic defects for implantation. One of the conditions screened is aneuploidy. The genetic testing for chromosomal aneuploidy ensures that all 23 pairs of chromosomes have the correct copy number. The research utilized amplicon sequencing to generate sequence data and variant calling to p…
Inflammation is a biological response that can be initiated by the immune system. This response is vital as it aids in the healing of injuries and infections caused by foreign agents. Nevertheless, while acute inflammation serves a beneficial purpose, prolonged or chronic inflammation can detrimentally impact cellular, tissue, and organ health, potentially leading to internal scarring. Candlenu…
DSM-Firmenich is one of the biggest Businesses to Businesses (B2B) company that produce unique flavors and fragrance. They generate a variety of products in several forms namely liquid, emulsion, washed oil, and reaction after. As a merged company of two global sustainability leaders, DSM Firmenich consistently maintains high quality standards of their products. With a sufficient Quality Assura…
Moving away from the period of traditional or mass media, Instagram is increasingly being used as a strategic tool for increasing brand awareness and operating marketing campaigns. The popularity of pre-workout nutrition has affected EJ Sport to produce energy gel, which helps fast energy intake during sports. In order to increase brand and product awareness, EJ Sport conducted a digital campai…
PT Kalbe Milko Indonesia combines pasteurization and retort sterilization on producing their sterilized milk product. The pasteurization process takes place at 85 ± 3°C for 30 seconds and after packing, the product is sterilized in retort machines at a temperature between 121 and 121.9 °C. Nevertheless, milk's quality is not just influenced by production processes but is also affected by oth…
Rice (Oryza sativa) is a vital food, accounting for one-fifth of all calories humans consume globally. Because of its numerous health-promoting properties, colored rice has become a functional food ingredient. Rice can be consumed in various ways; however, research into rice milk and its applications is still limited. Re.juve constantly expands its product line to more delicious and healthy foo…
PT Kalbe Milko Indonesia is a toll manufacturing company which specializes in the production of sterilized liquid products like milk, using retort technology. The QA department is responsible for maintaining the quality of the produced liquids through conducting daily physicochemical analysis and monthly stability analysis to ensure the product parameters are within the determined standard rang…
DSM-Firmenich AG is a Swiss-Dutch company that has the purpose of “Putting the pro in progress” in making positive emotions to enhance well-being. At PT Firmenich Indonesia, which is located in CIleungsi, the quality control in flavorings is divided into two divisions: raw material and finished goods. The responsibility of a quality control intern is to inspect the quality specifications of…
Southeast Asian Ovalocytosis (SAO) is a hereditary genetic disorder caused by a 27 bp deletion in the SLC4A1 gene, leading to a disrupted folding at the extracellular face of the SLC4A1 protein in the red blood cell (RBC) membrane. SAO is an autosomal dominant disorder where heterozygous individuals are asymptomatic and homozygous SAO are considered embryonic lethal. SAO can be observed microsc…
The global food industry grapples with significant waste and loss, with more than one-third of total food production. This waste, extending from agricultural production to consumption, poses environmental and disposal challenges. Postharvest losses, particularly in fruits, contribute significantly, with over 60% of cultivated land crops going to waste. Addressing this issue is crucial for econo…
Diabetasol has been successful in stomping its foot on the ASEAN market. Countries such as Malaysia, The Philippines, and Myanmar have contributed to putting the brand’s name up in the SouthEast Asia market. However, the business processes in each country are disrupted by several problems such as low brand awareness, lack of human resources, low market share, and an ongoing crisis. Therefore,…
In today’s digital era, digital marketing is the phenomenon that plays an effective role in achieving marketing goals. The spread of digital marketing includes several advantages for marketers, such as ease of targeting customers with high accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and global reach (Anis & Hassali, 2022). During the ongoing research, the intern came across a term called Pharma Digital Mar…
The Indonesian culinary landscape is characterized by a rich variety of flavors and cooking techniques, with the renowned dish "Pempek" standing out as a culinary masterpiece. Pempek is a meticulously crafted fishcake, where the thoughtful combination of fish, flour, and seasonings results in a harmonious blend of texture and taste. Beyond its culinary prowess, Pempek goes beyond mere gastronom…
Temozolomide (TMZ) stands as the primary chemotherapy choice for glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), yet resistance frequently emerges in patients, leading to tumor recurrence and worsened prognoses. A recent study reported upregulation of glutamine and glutamate transport and metabolism in TMZresistant GBM in silico, particularly highlighting the upregulation of Gene X. Given the reported glutamine…
This report looks at how graphic design is a big help in a company's marketing, especially when it comes to making effective fliers. Graphic design is not only about making things look appealing, but it is also about fostering brand awareness and consumer interaction. For example, the author contributed to their company’s online store promotional campaign Furthermore, this report highlights t…
Intended for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in all areas of biochemistry, The Organic Chemistry of Biological Pathways provides an accurate treatment of the major biochemical pathways from the perspective of mechanistic organic chemistry.
The most respected nutrition text for more than 50 years, Krause's Food and the Nutrition Care Process delivers comprehensive and up-to-date information from respected educators and practitioners in the field. The latest recommendations include the new MyPlate guide, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010, new and expanded chapters, and a large variety of tables, boxes, and pathophysiology a…
PT. Nutrisi Harapan Bangsa is a sports nutrition company that provides various products that can help with sports nutrition and performance. Sport nutrition is on the rise after people are becoming more aware of their lifestyle choices. The need to exercise regularly has made demands for foods that can help improve their performance increase. One of their products, STRIVE energy bar, aims to pr…
Every year, the vegetarianism rate has grown significantly. According to data gathered from 4.3 million people in the Asia Pacific area, a low-meat or vegetarian diet has been adopted by up to 36% of consumers. The demand for vegetarian foods rose as people's understanding of health issues, environmental protection, animal rights, and ethics increased. Consumer adoption of meat substitutes is i…
PT Amerta Indah Otsuka is a company with nutraceutical concepts which comprise the words nutrition and pharmaceuticals. Pocari Sweat is isotonic drinks which contain essential ions that resemble body fluid to hydrate the body. Pocari maintains its quality starting from its raw material. Sugar is one of the materials used in Pocari Sweat and other isotonic drinks in high amounts. Hence quality o…
For many years, powder drinks have been a mainstay in the beverage industry, offering consumers convenience, portability, and variety. The fastest and biggest increase is in powdered drinks because of their distinctive flavor variations and ease of use. Throughout the summer, mango drinks are highly sought after because they provide a feeling of freshness and rapid hydration. There is problem w…
Powdered drink is any kind of beverage in the form of “dry” or granules that utilizes the drying process in order to extend the shelf life of the products as well as reduce the quality loss of the product during handling, storage, and distribution. Among all types of powdered beverages, the fastest and largest growth is shown by the fruit-based flavored powder drink. As texture and taste pl…
Brock Biology of Microorganisms continues to set the standard for impeccable scholarship, accuracy, and outstanding illustrations and photos. This book for biology, microbiology, and other science majors balances cutting edge research with the concepts essential for understanding the field of microbiology.
Human immunodeficiency virus 1 (HIV-1) has persistently been a global health concern, infecting 39 million people around the world with 1.3 million cases increment in 2020, leading to severe immunodeficiency (UNAIDS, 2023). While mammalian genomes show evidence of repeated infection with retroviral pathogens, this co-evolution has resulted in the emergence of defense mechanisms that pre…
Estrogen receptor-positive (ER+) breast cancer accounts for 67-80% of all breast cancer subtypes. Endocrine therapies are initially given as part of first-line treatment, however 20% of the patients develop resistance. The overactivation of cyclin dependent kinase 4/6 (CDK4/6) is one of the underlying mechanisms. Hence the addition of CDK4/6 inhibitors such as palbociclib in combination with en…
The global food waste and wastewater treatment issue needs to be addressed because both can cause environmental, health, and economic issues. Food waste, in particular, is dominated by vegetable waste, both from the production and consumption phase. It has been found that some bacteria that grow on fermented vegetable waste can help decrease ammonium, phosphate, and neutralize pH in wastewa…
"The study delves into the characterization of bacterial communities within Takakura composting. Takakura composting is a method integral to organic waste management, and serves as the focal point for understanding microbial dynamics during decomposition. The research aims to make takakura compost with two different compositions and characterize the bacterial community in the Takakura compo…
Phosphorous acid is a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative to commercial pesticides as it contains a component called phosphite that exhibits fungicidal and bactericidal activities. Foliar spraying and soil drenching are two methods of exposure to phosphite that must be carefully conducted because an excessive amount of phosphite is toxic to plants, impairing their growth and dev…
Glioblastoma is the most prevalent type of malignant brain tumor, with a fatality rate close to 100%. The failure of glioblastoma treatment is mainly attributed to the high proliferation and invasion rate of glioblastoma cells, in addition to the presence of glioblastoma stem cells, all of which are regulated by the Notch signaling pathway. Past studies have observed that the Notch signaling…