High cases of side effects such as nose-bleeding and mucosal dryness due to synthetic treatments of acne lead to the implementation of plant extracts in topical formulations as alternative treatments. Cinnamon bark essential oil (CBEO) (Cinnamomum burmannii) and Turmeric essential oil (TEO) (Curcuma Longa) and have proven antibacterial efficacy against acne-causing bacteria, Staphylococcus …
There is a growing interest in developing edible films made from natural biopolymers that are favored to enhance the quality of food packaging and meet the demand for sustainable food packaging solutions. This study involved creating a Gelatin-Chitosan (GC) edible film incorporating Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) as probiotics to benefit customers' health. Moreover, different concentration…
Jamu is a common practice of Indonesia's traditional drinks to maintain health and immunity made with various natural ingredients from plants and herbs. As for jamu kunyit asam or tamarind acid, just like the name it is made with a combination of turmeric and tamarind. Though there are many ways in combining traditional herbal medicines with the modern form of delights, one of them is gummy …
In modern times, consumers are increasingly choosing food packaging that is high quality and sustainable to ensure the safety of the food and minimizing the use of non-recyclable materials that cause negative impact on the ecosystem. As a result, edible film is becoming more popular to improve the quality and safety of food. 3D printing technology offers excellent capability and potential in…
Excessive exposure toward sun exposure manifests various dermatological issues, including sunburn and skin aging, and subsequently leads to advanced conditions such as skin cancers, with UV-B playing a key role by causing oxidative stress and mutations. Sunscreen is necessary to prevent the detrimental consequences of UV-B radiation. However, the inconvenience and concerns over chemical ing…
Photorhabdus insect-related toxins A and B (Pir A and Pir B) are two different types of insecticidal toxins that were firstly found in Photorhabdus luminescens. Its homolog, from Vibrio parahaemolyticus, is found to cause acute hepatopancreatic necrosis disease (AHPND) in the shrimp, since it contains plasmid pVA1. When binded together, Pir A and B can exert its effect, because they form a stru…
The internship report highlights the work as a Research and Development intern for five months carried out by the authors in PT Nutrifood Indonesia. It is a limited liability company that operates in the food industry and specializes in producing healthy foods and beverages. The intern was responsible for new product development and enhancing existing orange powder drinks and RTD products (oat …
This study explores the impact of stabilizers (guar gum, gellan gum, locust bean gum, carrageenan) on the appearance,viscosity, and sensory evaluation of recombinant chocolate milk. Through viscosity measurements and sensory evaluations, it aims to understand how stabilizers influence sensory and physical characteristics for product development. In the quest for superior dairy products, man…
Increasing demand as well as interest for plant−based ingredients such as konjac was occurring. Additionally, in order to stabilize the prices, extend shelf life, and enhance added value of peaches, various processing methods and products must be developed. White peach has a good insight from the market due to its premium imported fruits that can't be cultivated in Indonesia. However, in this…
This research project addresses the challenge of food waste at Hangry Indonesia, a cloud kitchen restaurant. Focusing on rice, a staple in their menu, the study aims to create a sustainable system to reduce food waste when sales fall short of targets. Additionally, the project explores the impact of reheating frozen rice on texture, specifically addressing issues such as browning and hard…
The utilization of edible film has gained much attention in food packaging development and industry due to its potential to preserve food and biodegradability, which could reduce environmental waste compared to conventional food packaging. Moreover, the application of pure polymers has shown insufficient defense against microbial deterioration; thus, the incorporation of plant-derived secon…
Beef has been a staple food for mankind and its consumption has been in an uptrend throughout the years as it is a common source of protein, while also containing a lot of polyunsaturated fats, high in water content, and other nutrients, all of which are the main cause of beef spoilage, namely, the breakdown of protein, lipid oxidation, and microbial infestation. To extend the shelf life of …
PT. Sekolah Seniman Pangan (SSP) serves as a creative food entrepreneurship school and business incubation ecosystem, specifically designed to support rural youth, women, and indigenous peoples in different parts of Indonesia. During her internship, the author conducted a project which focused on developing plant-based cheese using coconut milk with various gelling agents used. Plant-based chee…
"Hydrocolloids are widely used in many food formulations to increase shelf life and quality characteristics specifically the viscosity and texture of a product. Furthermore, measuring the physicochemical properties of food is critical for design and quality control during food processing. In this project, the physicochemical test covered pH and viscosity of several hydrocolloids and starch …
Wound Healing is a tissue repair process that involves re-epithelization. In general, wounds are healed in 4 to 6 weeks. There are many factors that affect the duration, including bacterial colonization, lack of cell response, and the wound condition after treatment, whether it becomes dry or moist.
The low approval rate of anticancer drugs in the cancer industry is due to the inaccuracy of preclinical models to clinical trials. Models such as 3D in vitro models have become a viable option since it is more customizable, especially since they can be 3D bioprinted. The use of biomaterials in 3D bioprinting has become an exciting alternative to tissue engineering and regenerative medicine…
A huge gap between organ transplant demand and the availability of the organ donor has become a big problem in the medical field for decades. Hence, there is a definite need to find an alternative method obtaining the desired organ for patients. Tissue engineering could become a solution for this problem. Scaffold specifically is a very important factor in tissue engineering and hydrogel has be…
The main purpose of 3D in vitro models is to impersonate the complexity of real tissue organs. An organoid is a 3D micro-physiological system that can capture the structural and functional characteristics of real organs. Organoid 3D culture is usually cultured from pluripotent stem cells, organ or tissue fragments which are often cultured in hydrogels. The composite of hydrogels has been fo…
Starch was commonly added into Plant-Based Meat Alternative production as a filler and binding agent since it could improve the texture (springiness and hardness) as well as WHC and quality of cooking. Gelatinization of starch prior to the incorporation process was believed to be able to perform rapid gelation while mixing, therefore, it provided greater binding ability for the product. The …
"Keratin was found to be a promising alternative material as biomaterial due to several advantages such as supporting cell attachment, fibroblast growth, and naturally abundance. Unfortunately, keratin also have fragile and poor mechanical properties that limits its usage. On the other hand, low methoxyl pectin is widely known as a gelling agent and can be formed into hydrogel by addition o…
"Wounds are a rising health problem and may become non-healing wounds that require more complicated wound management. In wound management, wound dressing is one of the pillars of treatment in chronic wounds. There are currently many wound dressings, but each type has its own unique and there is no single ideal dressing for all wound types. An ideal wound dressing should promote moist wound envi…
Keratin, Pectin, Hydrogel, and Clindamycin are the materials that exert a good effect to promote a better wound healing process. Each Material exerts a specific effect that can support the wound healing process. Keratin and pectin alone have poor mechanical and intrinsic factors which will need to be combined to exert their best potential for wound treatment. Clindamycin addition will promote b…
Keratin and Pectin are naturally derived materials that have potential in wound treatment due to their biodegradability and biocompability compared to a classical dressing. Besides that, silver nanoparticles also gain research interest for wound healing due to their antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.