Giuseppina Lima

• PhD
• Professor (Full) at São Paulo State University

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This study investigates the biogenic amine, precursor amino acids and their derivatives profiles of industrial orange waste, both in its unfermented form and after fermentation using solid-state fermentation (SSF) with different Aspergillus species. The research identifies the presence of various biogenic amines, such as serotonin, dopamine, histam...

Green synthesized nanoparticles (NPs) are arousing constantly increasing attention due to inherent advantages such as biocompatibility, nontoxicity, and cost-effectiveness. As the state of the art of this rapidly evolving topic demands a punctual update, the present study was focused on reviewing the novelty, feasibility, and effectiveness related...

This study evaluated the efficacy and optimal concentrations of Kappaphycus alvarezii biostimulant from São Paulo (Kal-SP) and Santa Catarina (Kal-SC) for the hydroponic cultivation of basil (Ocimum basilicum). Basil plants were grown with 1%, 3%, 5%, and 7% concentrations of each extract using distilled water as a control. The extracts were applie...

A macroalga Kappaphycus alvarezii, com cultivo aprovado em Santa Catarina (SC) em 2020, foi introduzida no Brasil para produção de carragenana, mas ganhou relevância pelo uso do extrato aquoso como biofertilizante, gerando biomassa residual. Este estudo analisou os teores de carragenana na biomassa algal e residual de duas fazendas marinhas de SC,...

The increasing frequency of adverse environmental events, driven by ongoing climate change, has intensified the search for new technological alternatives in crop production and plant protection. Thermal stress can limit plant adaptation and negatively impact metabolism, physiology, morphology, and yield. Cold stress in plants has been extensively s...

Given the growth of vine orchards to new areas and the need for diversification of scion and rootstock combinations in subtropical sites, selecting the right rootstock can bring significant benefits to the scions. Thus, the current study sought to determine the impact of rootstocks 'IAC 572' Jales, 'IAC 766 Campinas' and '1103 Paulsen' on the produ...

As linhagens verde e vermelha de Kappaphycus alvarezii cultivadas no Estado de Santa Catarina foram analisadas bioquimicamente em amostras individualizadas, a fim de verificar a contribuição de cada uma destas biomassas à composição final do biofertilizante.

Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) can be a biostrategy for building up the microbiota of the substrate used to grow strawberries. The aim of the study was to investigate whether the use of on-farm AMF inoculants interferes with the horticultural potential of strawberry, ‘Monterey’ cultivar, in the soilless cultivation system. The treatments tested...

Kappaphycus alvarezii (Rhodophyta) é uma macroalga vermelha amplamente cultivada no mundo. O interesse pela algicultura tem aumentado no litoral Norte do Estado de São Paulo desde a permissão ao seu cultivo pelo órgão ambiental estadual em 2022 (São Paulo, 2022). O extrato desta macroalga é conhecido por suas propriedades promotoras do desenvolvime...

Estudos têm demonstrado que a sazonalidade pode interferir nas propriedades químicas, nutricionais e antioxidantes de linhagens de K. alvarezii (Masarin et al. 2016; Solorzano-Chavez et al. 2019; Araújo et al. 2022), o que comprova sua plasticidade metabólica. As moléculas encontradas nessa alga são importantes devido às suas diversas aplicações, i...

A macroalga Kappaphycus alvarezii é cultivada no ambiente natural no litoral Norte do Estado de São Paulo desde 1995. Esta espécie vem sendo estudada como fonte de biomassa para a obtenção de extrato aquoso que apresenta propriedades biofertilizantes e bioestimulantes para cultivos agrícolas. Isso é especialmente relevante devido ao baixo custo env...

Esta obra é fruto de um esforço colaborativo que reuniu professores, estudantes e pesquisadores cujo envolvimento enriqueceu significativamente as discussões neste espaço formativo. Além disso, resulta de iniciativas interinstitucionais e ações voltadas ao incentivo à pesquisa, congregando especialistas de diversas áreas do conhecimento, vinculados...

A Kappaphycus alvarezii é a quinta macroalga mais cultivada do mundo e tem sido comercialmente cultivada no Estado de Santa Catarina desde 2020. Seu cultivo atualmente tem se voltado à produção de biofertilizante, todavia, a validação deste produto ainda é uma necessidade do setor. Assim, nesse estudo, objetivou-se analisar as respostas morfológica...

Kappaphycus alvarezii is a red seaweed used globally in various biotechnological processes. To ensure the content and stability of its bioactive compounds postharvest, suitable drying protocols must be adopted to provide high-quality raw materials for industrial use. This study aimed to analyze the influence of freeze-drying and oven-drying on the...

Simple Summary Aquaculture production has recently surpassed wild fish capture, a growth largely driven by the intensification of fish farming. However, this rapid expansion increases the risk of disease outbreaks and impairs growth performance. These adverse effects can be mitigated through the use of functional additives, such as minerals, vitami...

The phenolic profile and antioxidant activity of whole grape juices from Vitis labrusca and Brazilian hybrids in two training systems were analyzed. Genotypes of V. labrusca (‘Bordô’ and ‘Isabel’) and Brazilian hybrids (‘IAC 138-22 Máximo’ and ‘BRS Violeta’) were grafted onto the rootstock ‘IAC 766 Campinas’ (106-8 ‘Mgt’ × Vitis caribaea) and train...

The choice of training system impacts the architecture and physiological characteristics of grapevines, affecting grape production and quality. Continuous studies are necessary to optimize viticulture production in Brazil. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of rootstocks and different training systems on the production and quality of ‘IAC 138...

BACKGROUND Genetic breeding is essential to develop grapevine genotypes adapted to warm climates and resistant to pathogens. Traditionally cultivated Vitis vinifera is susceptible to biotic and abiotic stresses. Winemakers and consumers, however, perceive wines from non‐vinifera or hybrid cultivars as inferior. In this study, sensory analyses and c...

Aims: To identify the cardiac biogenic amine profile of obese rats and associate these compounds with parameters of cardiovascular disease. Main methods: Wistar rats (n = 20) were randomly distributed into two groups: control and obese. Obesity was induced by a high-sugar fat diet. Biochemical parameters were evaluated. Doppler Echocardiography and...

Salicylic acid is a plant growth regulator used in grapes to maintain postharvest quality. ‘Niagara Rosada’, a table grape, although much appreciated for its flavor, has a short shelf life. We evaluated the influence of postharvest application of different doses of salicylic acid on the quality of ‘Niagara Rosada’ after harvest in an effort to cont...

This study aims to evaluate the phytochemical properties of Bauhinia holophylla (Bong.) Steud leaf extract, and their impact on maternal reproductive and fetal development in diabetic rats. For this, adult female Wistar rats (100 days of life) received streptozotocin (40 mg/Kg, intraperitoneal) for induction of diabetes, were mated and distributed...

Kappaphycus alvarezii is the fifth most cultivated macroalga in the world, with many industrial applications. Understanding the advances in research on K. alvarezii is essential to further biotechnological applications. Using PRISMA criteria a study was carried out on the CAPES Journals Portal database, between 2017-2023, with “Kappaphycus alvarezi...

Seven strawberry genotypes were analyzed in order to differentiate fruit production and quality. The discarded leaves (by-product) were also used to characterize their phytochemical profile with a view to potential use in the pharmaceutical and agricultural industries. The multivariate analysis gave rise to heterogeneous groups among the seven geno...

Kappaphycus alvarezii is a red seaweed widely used throughout the world, with applications in various biotechnological processes. In this sense, the contents and stability of bioactive compounds of interest synthesized by this seaweed species must be guaranteed in post-harvest, by adopting suitable drying protocols of biomass (e.g.) that allow furn...

Esta obra é fruto de um processo colaborativo envolvendo professores, estudantes e pesquisadores que se destacaram e enriqueceram as discussões neste espaço formativo. Ela também resulta de movimentos interinstitucionais e ações de incentivo à pesquisa, congregando especialistas de diversas áreas do conhecimento e de diferentes Instituições de Educ...

The effects of home cooking methods (e.g., boiling, steaming, oven, and microwave) on the contents phenolic compounds, biogenic amines, and precursor amino acids in colored-fleshed sweet potatoes were investigated in this study. Sixteen genotypes of colored sweet potatoes (cream/white, yellow, orange, and purple pulp) were analyzed using spectropho...

BACKGROUND Yield, disease tolerance, and climate adaptation are important traits in grapevine genetic breeding programs. Selection for these characteristics causes unpredictable changes in primary and specialized metabolism, affecting the physicochemical properties and chemical composition of the berries and their processed products, juice, and win...

Brazil has emerged as a significant producer of seedless grapes due to high consumer demand. This has led to increased production of seedless grapes in non-traditional cultivation regions, such as subtropical areas. To meet this demand, the search for new grape varieties suitable for these conditions, such as the ‘BRS Isis’ variety, has become an o...

Honey is a natural food consumed globally, typically recognized as a prototype of all-natural food, with a well-known set of relevant biological activities, e.g., antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antiinflammatory. Along with wines, olive oil, fruit juices, and milk, honey has been frequently prone to adulteration with low-cost honeys, sugar syrups,...

Vines are highly responsive to agricultural management techniques, such as training systems. Three training systems, i.e., conventional, high, and double training, for the ‘Niagara Rosada’ vine were studied considering aspects related to the yield, physicochemical, and antioxidant characteristics of the grapes. The experiment was carried out during...

Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the major cause of mortality worldwide, whose most prominent risk factor is unhealthy eating habits, such as high fructose intake. Biogenic amines (BAs) perform important functions in the human body. However, the effect of fructose consumption on BA levels is still unclear, as is the association betwee...

The identification of biogenic amines and some precursor amino acids and the adulteration through stable isotopes was carried out in 114 honey from different geographic regions in Brazil (states of São Paulo (SP) and Santa Catarina (SC)) as support for evaluating quality control and food safety. Serotonin was detected in all samples, while melatoni...

Ethnopharmacological relevance: Plants and herbs have been used by women throughout history for therapeutic purposes. Strychnos pseudoquina, a plant used in the treatment of various diseases, can also function as an abortive herb. There is no scientific confirmation of its effects during pregnancy, and the activity of this plant needs to be substa...

A simbiose entre fungos micorrízicos arbusculares (FMA) (Glomeromycota) e plantas ocorre em quase todos os ecossistemas terrestres. Em torno de 90% da flora terrestre estabelece simbiose do tipo micorrízica arbuscular. Essa associação promove alterações morfofisiológicas nas plantas hospedeiras ligadas ao aumento da área superficial das raízes, mai...

Citrus scion/rootstock combinations alter the concentration of bioactive compounds in orange juice. The shelf life of freshly squeezed juice can be maximized through packaging and storage. The profiles of ascorbic (AA), dehydroascorbic acid (DHAA), and phenolic compounds were analyzed in juices of four sweet orange scions, Sanguínea de Mombuca (SM)...

Esta obra constituiu-se a partir de um processo colaborativo entre professores, estudantes e pesquisadores que se destacaram e qualificaram as discussões neste espaço formativo. Resulta, também, de movimentos interinstitucionais e de ações de incentivo à pesquisa que congregam pesquisadores das mais diversas áreas do conhecimento e de diferentes In...

Honey is considered a complex matrix for presenting a range of secondary metabolites originating from the regional flora. It has been highlighted as a functional food consumed worldwide and frequently suffering from adulteration. Fraud methods have been sophisticated over the years, indicating the need of a continuous updating of the existing analy...

Aim of this study was to investigate the influence of the two methods of grafting on Passiflora gibertti in this antioxidant capacity. Experiment was conducted under field conditions in two agricultural years 2012/2013 and 2013/2014 following a randomized block design, being studied three treatments, plants not grafted, grafted plants by cleft graf...

A busca pela sustentabilidade dos agroecossistemas não é mais uma resposta idiossincrática da horticultura familiar. Esse sistema agroecológico de cultivo, que usa menos insumos poluentes, é um fator-chave para minimizar os inconvenientes da agricultura convencional, a exemplo do uso em larga escala de biocidas e fertilizantes químicos. Assim, os h...

Important factors may influence the bioactive compounds in grapes, including scion–rootstock interaction. Therefore, the bioactive compounds and antioxidant activity in grape skin and pulp fractions of ‘Isabel Precoce’, ‘BRS Carmem’, ‘BRS Cora’, ‘BRS Violeta’ and ‘IAC 138–22 Máximo’ were assessed. These cultivars, from genetic improvement programs...

This chapter reviews the range of phenolic compounds in fruits and vegetables. It assesses the effects on phenolic content of factors such as cultivar, stage of growth (ripening), cultivation practices such as use of bio-effectors, and post-harvest stages such as mechanical and thermal processing as well as storage. It also looks at using fruit and...

Bioactive amines present in grapes and their derivatives are used as quality markers and have important physiological functions in plants and humans. We quantified the biogenic amines and antioxidant activity in whole juices of Vitis labrusca and hybrid grapes developed in Brazil. The grapes used were V. labrusca (‘Bordô’ and ‘Isabel’) and Brazilia...

Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius, 1889) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) is one of the main phytosanitary problems found in tomato crops (Solanum lycopersicum L.) in Brazil, causing direct and indirect damage and consequently, physiological and biochemical damage to host plants. This study’s objective was to evaluate the influence of B. tabaci MED and MEAM1 infes...

The growth of peach orchards in subtropical regions depends on the minimal requirements for chilling accumulation, and crop loading requires sprays of chemical compounds to overcome dormancy, induce bud break, and allow adequate flowering and fruiting. The ability of hydrogen cyanamide, nitrogen fertilizer and calcium nitrate to break the dormancy...

Mitochondrial uncoupling proteins (UCPs) are specialized proteins capable of dissipating the proton electrochemical gradient generated in respiration independent of ATP synthesis. Three UCP coding genes with distinct expression patterns have been identified in Arabidopsis thaliana (namely UCP1, UCP2 and UCP3). Here, we generated T-DNA double-insert...

Honey is a natural product with beneficial properties to health and has different characteristics depending on the region of production and collection, flowering, and climate. The presence of precursor amino acids of- and biogenic amines can be important in metabolomic studies of differentiation and quality of honey. We analyzed 65 honeys from 11 d...

Tomatoes and their by-products are indisputable sources of substances with antioxidants properties. Several factors limit the production and influence the nutritional and antioxidant quality of tomato fruit. However, consumers can benefit from the effects of environmental factors, such as water and hydric stress, UV radiation, agronomic practices,...

Ethnopharmacological relevance Curatella americana L. is employed in popular medicine for treating diabetes. However, the understanding around its outcomes during pregnancy is unclear. Aim of the study To evaluate the phytochemical and hypoglycemic analysis of the C. americana extract and its maternal-fetal effect on diabetic rats. Materials and...

The use of single-bud sugarcane propagules brings a challenge concerning the initial sprouting, as the physiological ages of buds affect their outgrowth. This work is addressed to stimulate the sugarcane buds sprouting in a nature-friendly way using microalgae biomass. A metabolomics approach, connecting physiological and phenotypic changes, was ad...

The current study aimed to assess the influence of rootstocks (‘IAC 572' and ‘IAC 766') and potassium fertilization with different sources (KCl and K2SO4) and concentrations (0, 75, 150 and 300 kg ha⁻¹ K2O) regarding to yield performance and grape quality of ‘Niagara Rosada', as well as the variation of K availability in soil. Thus, yield component...

Grapes and sweet potatoes are two different plant species that have distinct bioactive composition and the use of both in a non-alcoholic mixed beverage may be an interesting source of phytochemicals. Physicochemical and sensory characteristics, profile of phenolic compounds and biogenic amines of mixed juices of grapes (‘BRS Violeta’, ‘BRS Cora’ a...

High temperature is a limiting factor for the production and quality of tomato fruit, especially during the summer in tropical regions, when the cultivation must be carried out in a protected environment due to heavy rainfall. Thus, there is a need to identify cultivars adapted to these climatic conditions. In this study we aimed to carry out the s...

Neste capítulo apresentamos tópicos relacionados à enxertia de videiras, abrangendo o panorama da vitivinicultura mundial, brasileira e paulista, com ênfase da ‘BRS Núbia’. A videira (Vitis spp.) é uma espécie frutífera de interesse econômico, pois seus frutos podem ser consumidos in natura ou processados, agregando valor à produção. A enxertia é u...

This book is the result of a collective effort to present and develop knowledge in all scientific areas. We would like to thank all participants in this magnificent interdisciplinary work, firstly. We would also like to remind you that the idea of this connection and conversation between diverse areas, all correlated with the improvement of science...

Simple Summary Bemisia tabaci is a polyphagous pest with cryptic species that infest various agricultural crops worldwide. Among the cryptic species, MED and MEAM1 are the most invasive, causing large production losses due to the feeding and transmission of the virus. We aimed to analyze the influence of these insects on the physiology and biochemi...

Grapevines are used to be trained to different systems, while there is a paucity of literature on the main cordon disposition with regards to grape quality, especially grafted on to different rootstocks. Therefore, a field experiment took place in the city of São Manuel, state of São Paulo, Brazil. This study aimed to evaluate the quality of the ‘N...

The ‘Niagara Rosada’ (Vitis labrusca) grape is widely consumed for its nutritional qualities and flavor, in addition to presenting a great diversity of phytochemical compounds, mainly polyphenols. ‘Niagara Rosada’ has a limited shelf life, especially when kept at room temperature, a common form used by markets in Brazil. Salicylic acid (SA) is a lo...

The growth in demand for gluten-free products linked mainly to health aspects has led to an increased interest in the production of mixed flours for use in bakery products. This work aimed to evaluate the use of different mixtures of cassava starch with banana flour, obtained from the pulp and peel of green fruits, for the production of gluten-free...

In viticulture, training systems and rootstocks are crucial factors in the growth and development of plants, thus affecting the production and quality of grapes. Therefore, the present study aimed to determine the best combination of rootstock and training system for ‘Sauvignon Blanc’, in Jundiaí, state of São Paulo, Brazil. To assess the data, a r...

There is currently a great demand for industrialized products with functional properties, together with the increase in consumption of roots and sweet potato products. Sweet potatoes have a high content of resistant starch, while only the orange-fleshed roots also have a high content of carotenoids. Due to these, this work aimed to produce orange-f...

Vegetarian and vegan consumers have increased in the last years. However, the food industry is facing problems responding to this growing market, since the food safety of several plant-based products is not well established. Fruits, vegetables and fermented products, such as nut and grains milks and cheeses, may be rich sources of biogenic amines;...

Purpose The consumption of products containing fructose is associated with metabolic disorders and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Several pathways have been described associating the fructose intake and liver damage, among them the reduced peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha (PPAR-α) expression, insulin resistance, inflammat...

O jambu (Spilanthes oleracea L.) pertence à família Asteraceae, nativa da Amazônia, de clima tropical. Essa planta é uma hortaliça bastante cultivada e consumida na região Norte do Brasil, principalmente no Pará. Algumas de suas formas de utilização são nos restaurantes de comidas exóticas utilizando a inflorescência de jambu para compor seus prato...

The objective of this study is to evaluate the effect of rootstocks on grape production, quality and antioxidant capacity of ‘Niagara Rosada’ grape in two productive cycles. The work was developed in Jundiaí-SP, Brazil (26° 06’ S, 46° 55’ W and an average altitude of 745 m). The experimental design was in randomized blocks with subdivided plots, th...

Grape pomace is the main residue from juice and wine industries, and their derived products such as flours, can be a rich source of phenolic compounds and antioxidants. The overall objective of this study was to assess the phenolic compounds, antioxidant capacity, biogenic amines, and amino acids in flours obtained from grape pomace. Four cultivars...

Cauliflowers are generally associated with healthy diets due to their positive impact on health. This research aims to evaluate the effects of cooking processes (boiling, steaming and microwaving) and different preparation times, on the content of carotenoids and provitamin A and tocopherols, in cauliflowers and to verify the effect of the cooking...

We have identified the best harvesting periods, related to higher bioactive compound content and post‐harvest quality, for minimally processed sweet potatoes with orange pulp and cream pulp. Quality loss in minimally processed sweet potatoes occurred due to browning in cv. Mãe de Familia and ESAM1 and to whitening in cv. Paraná. Both Mãe de Família...

Some biogenic amines (BAs) are used as quality markers in grape-derived products. The prolife of 9 BAs was determined in juices and wines elaborated from hybrid grapes. Low levels of histamine, tyramine and cadaverine were found. Juices elaborated from ‘BRS Rúbea’ showed the highest tyramine levels (1.56 mg/L), while no histamine was found in wines...

Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are key compounds in plant development and their exogenous use has the potential to positively influence the vase life of cut ornamentals. However, the application method can directly impact the effectiveness of PGRs. This study determined the impact of spraying or pulsing 0, 37.5, 75, 150 and 300 mg L⁻¹ 6-benzylamino...

Genotypes of bananas and plantains have been studied for biofortification purposes, mainly due to content of resistant starch (RS) and polyphenols. This study aims to identify banana and plantain genotypes with a high content of resistant starch, phenolic compounds and minerals, and to evaluate the impact of the ripening stage and domestic thermal...

The aim of present study was evaluating the antioxidant activity and real content of phytochemicals of Spathodea campanulata from different climatic regions (two subtropical and one tropical area/cities) at Brazil. Samples of leaves, flowers and nectars from S. campanulata were tested for total phenolic content and in vitro antioxidant activity by...

The objective of this study was to evaluate the influence of the concentration and timing of application of the biostimulant on the improvement of beet cultivation. The work presents two experiments, seeking to adjust moment and dose of application. The first experiment was performed with the hybrid Kestrel®, applying five doses (0; 0.1; 0.2; 0.3 a...

Solanum paniculatum L. or popularly known as “jurubeba” is an herbal medicinal plant. A few studies have investigated its biological effects; however, research aimed at elucidating the redox balance effects from its fruits has not been reported so far. ROS interplays in various fields of medicine such as chemotherapy. Here, we evaluated antioxidant...

Bee bread is the main source of proteins necessary for the development of hypopharyngeal glands in nurse bees. However, the seasonal chemical composition and its effects on honey bee physiology are poorly understood. Thus, this study evaluated how the season and botanical origin of pollen influence the content of crude protein, ash, and total flavo...

Silicon (Si) has been reported to minimize the impacts of water deficit, even though it is not considered an essential plant element. Sugarcane is highly impacted by water deficit and has a particular and complex mechanism to address this stressful condition. Although sugarcane is an Si-accumulating plant, there are few results on the association b...

Two cauliflower cultivars (cv.) (Flamenco and Verona) were treated with fungicides (boscalid (Cantus®)) (0.3 g L-1), pyraclostrobin + fluxapyroxad (Orkestra® SC) (0.3 mL L-1), metiram + pyraclostrobin (Cabrio® Top) (3.0g L-1) and metiram + pyraclostrobin + boscalid (Cantus® + Cabrio® Top) in order to evaluate their chemical composition and their in...

Biogenic amines are important indicators of food quality with recognized antioxidant capacity. Diets that are rich in these compounds promote several benefits for human health, although the consumption in excess may result in food poisoning. This study aims to screen the levels of biogenic amines in four colored cauliflowers, before and after cooki...

Nectarine contain relevant amounts of antioxidants, including hydroxycinnamic acids, flavan-3-ols, flavonols, anthocyanins, procyanidins, and carotenoids. The aim of this research was to compare the efficiency of DPPH and FRAP assays to estimate antioxidant activities contents in nectarine minimally processed. Moreover, separation of organic acids,...

Negli ultimi anni, i viticoltori hanno cercato alternative per diversificare la produzione di uva e aumentare la qualità del succo introducendo nuove varietà. Le amine bioattive (AB) presenti nelle uve e nei loro derivati vengono utilizzate come marcatori di qualità, oltre ad avere importanti funzioni fisiologiche nell'organismo umano. La dopamina,...