Comparison of Cell Disruption Methods for Improving Lipid Extraction from Thraustochytrid Strains

Lipid extraction is an integral part of biodiesel production, as it facilitates the release of fatty acids from algal cells. To utilise thraustochytrids as a potential source for lipid production. We evaluated the extraction efficiency of various solvents and solvent combinations for lipid extraction from Schizochytrium sp. S31 and Thraustochytrium sp. AMCQS5-5. The maximum lipid extraction yield was 22% using a chloroform:methanol ratio of 2:1. We compared various cell disruption methods to improve lipid extraction yields, including grinding with liquid nitrogen, bead vortexing, osmotic shock, water bath, sonication and shake mill. The highest lipid extraction yields were obtained using osmotic shock and 48.7% from Schizochytrium sp. S31 and 29.1% from Thraustochytrium sp. AMCQS5-5. Saturated and monounsaturated fatty acid contents were more than 60% in Schizochytrium sp. S31 which suggests their suitability for biodiesel production.     

Redox Status and Neuro Inflammation Indexes in Cerebellum and Motor Cortex of Wistar Rats Supplemented with Natural Sources of Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Astaxanthin: Fish Oil,Krill Oil,and Algal Biomass

Health authorities worldwide have consistently recommended the regular consumption of marine fishes and seafood to preserve memory, sustain cognitive functions, and prevent neurodegenerative processes in humans. Shrimp, crabs, lobster, and salmon are of particular interest in the human diet due to their substantial provision of omega-3 fatty acids (n-3/PUFAs) and the antioxidant carotenoid astaxanthin (ASTA). However, the optimal ratio between these nutraceuticals in natural sources is apparently the key factor for maximum protection against most neuro-motor disorders. Therefore, we aimed here to investigate the effects of a long-term supplementation with (n-3)/PUFAs-rich fish oil, ASTA-rich algal biomass, the combination of them, or krill oil (a natural combination of both nutrients) on baseline redox balance and neuro-inflammation indexes in cerebellum and motor cortex of Wistar rats. Significant changes in redox metabolism were only observed upon ASTA supplementation, which reinforce its antioxidant properties with a putative mitochondrial-centered action in rat brain. Krill oil imposed mild astrocyte activation in motor cortex of Wistar rats, although no redox or inflammatory index was concomitantly altered. In summary, there is no experimental evidence that krill oil, fish oil, oralgal biomass (minor variation), drastically change the baseline oxidative conditions or the neuro-inflammatory scenario in neuromotor-associated rat brain regions.     

草鱼Bcl-2基因的克隆、组织表达分析及DHA诱导下其在脂肪细胞中的表达变化

为获知草鱼B细胞淋巴瘤基因-2(B cell CLL/ lymphoma-2, Bcl-2)基因序列及其在草鱼各组织和脂肪细胞中的表达变化,本研究通过cDNA快速末端扩增(Rapid amplification of cDNA ends, RACE)技术获得了草鱼Bcl-2的全长cDNA序列,并采用实时定量PCR(qRT-PCR)检测了Bcl-2在草鱼不同组织中的表达情况。为研究二十二碳六烯酸(Docosahexaenoic Acid,DHA)对草鱼前体脂肪细胞凋亡的诱导作用,本研究检测了100 μmol/L DHA处理后,草鱼前体脂肪细胞中Bcl-2基因的时序表达。结果显示,所获得的草鱼 Bcl-2 基因全长cDNA序列长度为1292 bp,包含133 bp 的5′非翻译区(untranslated region, UTR)和784 bp 的3′UTR;开放阅读框为375 bp, 编码124 个氨基酸。草鱼Bcl-2与鲤、斑马鱼Bcl-2氨基酸同源性分别为89.5%和91.1%,与人、原鸡、小鼠、野猪、欧洲牛、褐家鼠、家猫和犬等其他动物的氨基酸同源性为57.7%-62.0%。其编码蛋白的分子量为14.14KDa,等电点为4.68。Bcl-2基因在草鱼心脏、肝胰脏、脾脏、鳃、肾脏、肌肉、腹腔脂肪组织、脑、小肠、精巢10个组织中均有表达,其中在腹腔脂肪组织、肾脏和精巢中表达丰度最高,在肌肉中表达最低。DHA处理草鱼前体脂肪细胞后,Bcl2基因表达在增殖阶段下调,而在分化阶段上调。研究表明,Bcl-2在草鱼各组织中广泛表达,且DHA对其在脂肪细胞中的表达具有调控作用。     

The Effect of Culture System on Proximate Composition and Amino and Fatty Acid Profiles of Peled Coregonus peled Fillets

Proximate composition and amino and fatty acid profiles of peled fillets of both sexes reared in a pond-based system (PS) and intensively cultured in a recirculating aquaculture system (RS) were compared. Significantly higher values of dry matter, fat, and caloric value were found in RS fish, irrespective of sex. Fish from the PS group showed a higher percentage of saturated fatty acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) than those of the RS group. Percentages of n-3 PUFA were lower in the RS group compared to the PS group, while percentages of n-6 PUFA were higher in RS, irrespective of sex. The ratio of n-3:n-6 PUFA was significantly higher for the RS group. Fillets of the PS group showed significantly higher EPA and DHA percentages compared to RS fish. Significant differences were found in amino acid profile, with the PS group showing higher content, especially of serine, glutamic acid, methionine, leucine, and lysine.     

Fillet Yield,Biochemical Composition,and Consumer Acceptance of Farmed and Wild Mulloway

The New South Wales prawn aquaculture industry is considering alternative species, such as mulloway (Argyrosomus japonicus), to diversify their production base, but little exists on their market potential. Farmed mulloway had higher levels of fat, energy, and cholesterol than wild mulloway and were an excellent source of long-chain omega-3s with good fillet yields: 46.3% (skin-on) and 38.8% (skin-off). Wild mulloway had higher sodium and moisture content but were a poor source of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). For consumer acceptance, there was a preference for the flavor of wild to farmed mulloway. The high cost of production remains a major constraint to industry growth.