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Izabela Michalak holds a Master’s degree in Biotechnology (2005) and a Ph.D. degree in Chemical Technology (2010), specialization in Biotechnological processes, from Wrocław University of Science and Technology (Poland). She is currently working as Associate Professor at the same University. She has authored more than 110 peer-reviewed papers in international journals, more than 20 book chapters and 8 patents. She is serving as Co-Editor of books (Springer, Nova Science Publishers, MDPI) and Member, Editorial Board & Reviewer of International Journals. Her research interests are biotechnology, valorization of biorenewable resources (especially seaweeds) into biobased products, utilization of waste biomass for agricultural purposes, application of the enriched biomass via biosorption process as feed additives and components of fertilizers, extraction of biologically active compounds from biomass and their use in products for agriculture, biomonitoring studies. Her h-index is 25.
In the present study, three natural materials – aluminosilicate, microalga Arthrospira (Spirulina) platensis and grass hay were examined in terms of sorption properties. Materials enriched with Cr(III), Mn(II) and Mg(II) ions were tested independently using two analytical techniques – ICP-OES and SEM-EDX. Preliminary sorption experiments were conducted with Cr(III) ions under following conditions: pH 5.0, 180 min, 300 mg/L of metal ions in the solution and 1 g/L of each sorbent. Maximum sorption capacity for aluminosilicate was 14.2 mg/g, for grass hay – 34.3 mg/g and for Spirulina platensis – 51.5 mg/g. ICP-OES and SEM-EDX techniques determined the enrichment of the sorbent. For all tested sorbents, the highest content of Cr, Mg and Mn was in the enriched Spirulina platensis (16.2 ± 3.25 g/kg; 6.98 ± 1.40 g/kg; 10.6 ± 2.12 g/kg, respectively), then grass hay (13.7 ± 2.74 g/kg; 4.59 ± 0.92 g/kg; 9.38 ± 1.88 g/kg, respectively) and finally aluminosilicate (8.69 ± 1.74 g/kg; 4.47 ± 0.89 g/kg; 4.03 ± 0.81 g/kg, respectively). The most even distribution of Cr, Mg and Mn after sorption was noted for aluminosilicate. Our results regarding sorption properties and those of scientific reports on the nutritional value of Spirulina platensis show that this biosorbent can be used as a potential feed additive.
Izabela Michalak; Sylwia Baśladyńska; Malwina Mularczyk; Krzysztof Marycz. Investigation on the potential sorbents — Aluminosilicate, microalga and grass hay as feed additives. Environmental Technology & Innovation 2021, 24, 101816 .
AMA StyleIzabela Michalak, Sylwia Baśladyńska, Malwina Mularczyk, Krzysztof Marycz. Investigation on the potential sorbents — Aluminosilicate, microalga and grass hay as feed additives. Environmental Technology & Innovation. 2021; 24 ():101816.
Chicago/Turabian StyleIzabela Michalak; Sylwia Baśladyńska; Malwina Mularczyk; Krzysztof Marycz. 2021. "Investigation on the potential sorbents — Aluminosilicate, microalga and grass hay as feed additives." Environmental Technology & Innovation 24, no. : 101816.
In the present study, brown seaweed - Fucus vesiculosus was used as a raw material for the preparation of bio-products for sustainable agriculture. Biosorption was applied to produce fertilizer additives with microelements. F. vesiculosus was enriched with Cu(II) and Zn(II) ions. Biostimulants of plant growth were obtained by seaweed extraction with potassium hydroxide. Different doses of enriched F. vesiculosus (1, 2, 4, 6 mg/per Petri dish) and concentrations of seaweed extract (2.5, 5 and 10%) were examined in germination test on garden cress (Lepidium sativum). The effect of both algal products on the plant length, RGB parameters in leaves and biomass multielement composition was examined. Results showed that the biomass enrichment did not influence plant length and RGB parameters. Taking into account these two parameters, the best results were obtained in the group treated with natural F. vesiculosus (higher than in the control group, treated with distilled water). Enriched F. vesiculosus biofortified garden cress with Cu and Zn. In the case of Fucus extract, 5% concentration increased plant length and the value of RGB parameters when compared with the control group. Also this extract concentration resulted in elevated content of micro- and macroelements in Lepidium sativum. Seaweed extract is recommended for further research as biostimulant of plant growth. Highlights - Fucus vesiculosus is a valuable raw material for agriculture. - Fucus vesiculosus extract can act as biostimulants of plant growth. - Fucus vesiculosus enriched with microelements via biosorption can be used as a fertilizing material providing plants with these nutrients. - Fucus products can biofortify edible plants in essential microelements. - Fucus extracts can enhance plant length and chlorophyll content.
Izabela Michalak; Sylwia Baśladyńska. Effect of Fucus extract and biomass enriched with Cu(II) and Zn(II) ions on the growth of garden cress (Lepidium sativum) under laboratory conditions. Italian Journal of Agronomy 2021, 16, 1 .
AMA StyleIzabela Michalak, Sylwia Baśladyńska. Effect of Fucus extract and biomass enriched with Cu(II) and Zn(II) ions on the growth of garden cress (Lepidium sativum) under laboratory conditions. Italian Journal of Agronomy. 2021; 16 (2):1.
Chicago/Turabian StyleIzabela Michalak; Sylwia Baśladyńska. 2021. "Effect of Fucus extract and biomass enriched with Cu(II) and Zn(II) ions on the growth of garden cress (Lepidium sativum) under laboratory conditions." Italian Journal of Agronomy 16, no. 2: 1.
Plants due to the high content of various bioactive compounds are the main raw material for production of valuable, and useful bio-products (e.g., food, cosmetics, medicines, biostimulants, biopesticides, and feed). Different plant parts, for instance: seeds, fruits, flowers, stems, leaves, and roots can be used for their manufacture. Nowadays, there is a clear need to develop new, efficient, and environmentally safe methods of stimulation of plant, growth and crop protection. Plant-based extracts are new, natural, and multi-compounds products that could be used for these purposes. They possess antifungal, antimicrobial, antiparasitic, antiprotozoal, antioxidant, medicinal, aromatic, and anti-inflammatory properties. This group of natural products has the potential to become a new generation of bio-products suitable for use in sustainable agriculture. The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of the literature describing the impact of plant-derived extracts/biostimulants (PDBs) on crops grown in controlled, and real conditions as well as under various abiotic and biotic stresses; the extraction methods used to obtain PDBs, and the specific constituents responsible for their biostimulating activity. The application of these bio-products could be beneficial for sustainable production, due to several advantages, such as low toxicity to humans and the environment, enhanced resistance of cultivated plants to biotic and abiotic stress, increased yields and quality of crops, as well as the reduction in the use of mineral fertilisers and pesticides. However, deeper cooperation between industrial and academic research is required to accelerate the development of new environmentally safe solutions for future agriculture. Highlights - Higher plants constitute a rich source of various bioactive compounds for the production of useful natural products. - The importance of the proper choice of extraction method and solvent to process and preserve the desired substances.- Plant extracts as biostimulants and plant protection products for use in modern and sustainable agriculture. - The positive effects of plant-based extracts on plants cultivated under normal and unfavourable conditions.- Plant extracts as a new generation of eco-friendly products for the increment of the production of high-quality food.
Katarzyna Godlewska; Domenico Ronga; Izabela Michalak. Plant extracts - importance in sustainable agriculture. Italian Journal of Agronomy 2021, 16, 1 .
AMA StyleKatarzyna Godlewska, Domenico Ronga, Izabela Michalak. Plant extracts - importance in sustainable agriculture. Italian Journal of Agronomy. 2021; 16 (2):1.
Chicago/Turabian StyleKatarzyna Godlewska; Domenico Ronga; Izabela Michalak. 2021. "Plant extracts - importance in sustainable agriculture." Italian Journal of Agronomy 16, no. 2: 1.
Cancer is a significant public health problem worldwide, therefore it is important to find appropriate treatment methods. In addition to surgical treatment, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy, drugs are increasingly employed. Drugs and their delivery systems have a significant role in the treatment of cancer, hydrogels find wide application there. Hydrogels may easily be modifiable by physicochemical reactions in order to obtain the desired functional properties and porous structure adapted to the appropriate application. Properties like solubility and degradation, make hydrogels suitable for use as drug in drug delivery systems (DDS). Properly selected methods of drug delivery minimize side effects and maximize drug efficacy. Three-dimensional (3D) printing may replace traditional fabrication techniques as it has an ability to fabricate complex shapes that can meet individual patient needs, improve compliance and availability, using a wide variety of materials. The new 3D printing inks based on alginate or methylcellulose are successfully used to produce high-quality 3D structures. This chapter describes the problem of cancerous diseases, as well as an overview of treatment methods, especially with a focus on hydrogel drug carriers. Several selected routes of administration of hydrogel carriers were presented. The chapter also contains information on the materials used to create the drug carrier, especially in additive technologies.
Agnieszka M. Jankowska; Magdalena B. Łabowska; Izabela Michalak; Patrycja Szymczyk-Ziółkowska; Julita Kulbacka; Jerzy Detyna. Potential Advanced Drug Delivery Systems Based on Hydrogels in 3D Printing Technology for Cancer Treatment. Introduction to Mechanical Engineering 2021, 323 -348.
AMA StyleAgnieszka M. Jankowska, Magdalena B. Łabowska, Izabela Michalak, Patrycja Szymczyk-Ziółkowska, Julita Kulbacka, Jerzy Detyna. Potential Advanced Drug Delivery Systems Based on Hydrogels in 3D Printing Technology for Cancer Treatment. Introduction to Mechanical Engineering. 2021; ():323-348.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAgnieszka M. Jankowska; Magdalena B. Łabowska; Izabela Michalak; Patrycja Szymczyk-Ziółkowska; Julita Kulbacka; Jerzy Detyna. 2021. "Potential Advanced Drug Delivery Systems Based on Hydrogels in 3D Printing Technology for Cancer Treatment." Introduction to Mechanical Engineering , no. : 323-348.
Nutraceuticals and functional foods are gaining more attention amongst consumers interested in nutritious food. The consumption of foodstuffs with a high content of phytochemicals has been proven to provide various health benefits. The application of biostimulants is a potential strategy to fortify cultivated plants with beneficial bioactive compounds. Nevertheless, it has not yet been established whether the proposed higher plants (St. John’s wort, giant goldenrod, common dandelion, red clover, nettle, and valerian) are appropriate for the production of potential bio-products enhancing the nutritional value of white cabbage. Therefore, this research examines the impact of botanical extracts on the growth and nutritional quality of cabbage grown under field conditions. Two extraction methods were used for the production of water-based bio-products, namely: ultrasound-assisted extraction and mechanical homogenisation. Bio-products were applied as foliar sprays to evaluate their impact on total yield, dry weight, photosynthetic pigments, polyphenols, antioxidant activity, vitamin C, nitrates, micro- and macroelements, volatile compounds, fatty acids, sterols, and sugars. Botanical extracts showed different effects on the examined parameters. The best results in terms of physiological and biochemical properties of cabbage were obtained for extracts from common dandelion, valerian, nettle, and giant goldenrod. When enriched with nutrients, vegetables can constitute a valuable component of functional food.
Katarzyna Godlewska; Paweł Pacyga; Izabela Michalak; Anita Biesiada; Antoni Szumny; Natalia Pachura; Urszula Piszcz. Effect of Botanical Extracts on the Growth and Nutritional Quality of Field-Grown White Head Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata). Molecules 2021, 26, 1992 .
AMA StyleKatarzyna Godlewska, Paweł Pacyga, Izabela Michalak, Anita Biesiada, Antoni Szumny, Natalia Pachura, Urszula Piszcz. Effect of Botanical Extracts on the Growth and Nutritional Quality of Field-Grown White Head Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata). Molecules. 2021; 26 (7):1992.
Chicago/Turabian StyleKatarzyna Godlewska; Paweł Pacyga; Izabela Michalak; Anita Biesiada; Antoni Szumny; Natalia Pachura; Urszula Piszcz. 2021. "Effect of Botanical Extracts on the Growth and Nutritional Quality of Field-Grown White Head Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata)." Molecules 26, no. 7: 1992.
Sustaining the vital functions of cells outside the organism requires strictly defined parameters. In order to ensure their optimal growth and development, it is necessary to provide a range of nutrients and regulators. Hydrogels are excellent materials for 3D in vitro cell cultures. Their ability to retain large amounts of liquid, as well as their biocompatibility, soft structures, and mechanical properties similar to these of living tissues, provide appropriate microenvironments that mimic extracellular matrix functions. The wide range of natural and synthetic polymeric materials, as well as the simplicity of their physico-chemical modification, allow the mechanical properties to be adjusted for different requirements. Sodium alginate-based hydrogel is a frequently used material for cell culture. The lack of cell-interactive properties makes this polysaccharide the most often applied in combination with other materials, including gelatin. The combination of both materials increases their biological activity and improves their material properties, making this combination a frequently used material in 3D printing technology. The use of hydrogels as inks in 3D printing allows the accurate manufacturing of scaffolds with complex shapes and geometries. The aim of this paper is to provide an overview of the materials used for 3D cell cultures, which are mainly alginate–gelatin hydrogels, including their properties and potential applications.
Magdalena Łabowska; Karolina Cierluk; Agnieszka Jankowska; Julita Kulbacka; Jerzy Detyna; Izabela Michalak. A Review on the Adaption of Alginate-Gelatin Hydrogels for 3D Cultures and Bioprinting. Materials 2021, 14, 858 .
AMA StyleMagdalena Łabowska, Karolina Cierluk, Agnieszka Jankowska, Julita Kulbacka, Jerzy Detyna, Izabela Michalak. A Review on the Adaption of Alginate-Gelatin Hydrogels for 3D Cultures and Bioprinting. Materials. 2021; 14 (4):858.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMagdalena Łabowska; Karolina Cierluk; Agnieszka Jankowska; Julita Kulbacka; Jerzy Detyna; Izabela Michalak. 2021. "A Review on the Adaption of Alginate-Gelatin Hydrogels for 3D Cultures and Bioprinting." Materials 14, no. 4: 858.
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2, previously 2019-nCoV) is suspected of having originated in 2019 in China from a coronavirus infected bat of the genus Rhinolophus. Following the initial emergence, possibly facilitated by a mammalian bridge host, SARS-CoV-2 is currently transmitted across the globe via efficient human-to-human transmission. Results obtained from experimental studies indicate that animal species such as cats, ferrets, raccoon dogs, cynomolgus macaques, rhesus macaques, white-tailed deer, rabbits, Egyptian fruit bats, and Syrian hamsters are susceptible to SARS-CoV-2 infection, and that cat-to-cat and ferret-to-ferret transmission can take place via contact and air. However, natural infections of SARS-CoV-2 have been reported only in pet dogs and cats, tigers, lions, snow leopards, pumas, and gorillas at zoos, and farmed mink and ferrets. Even though human-to-animal spillover has been reported at several instances, SARS-CoV-2 transmission from animals-to-humans has only been reported from mink-to-humans in mink farms. Following the rapid transmission of SARS-CoV-2 within the mink population, a new mink-associated SARS-CoV-2 variant emerged that was identified in both humans and mink. The increasing reports of SARS-CoV-2 in carnivores indicate the higher susceptibility of animal species belonging to this order. The sporadic reports of SARS-CoV-2 infection in domestic and wild animal species require further investigation to determine if SARS-CoV-2 or related Betacoronaviruses can get established in kept, feral or wild animal populations, which may eventually act as viral reservoirs. This review analyzes the current evidence of SARS-CoV-2 natural infection in domestic and wild animal species and their possible implications on public health.
Khan Sharun; Kuldeep Dhama; Abhijit M. Pawde; Christian Gortázar; Ruchi Tiwari; D. Katterine Bonilla-Aldana; Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales; José de la Fuente; Izabela Michalak; Youssef A. Attia. SARS-CoV-2 in animals: potential for unknown reservoir hosts and public health implications. Veterinary Quarterly 2021, 41, 181 -201.
AMA StyleKhan Sharun, Kuldeep Dhama, Abhijit M. Pawde, Christian Gortázar, Ruchi Tiwari, D. Katterine Bonilla-Aldana, Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales, José de la Fuente, Izabela Michalak, Youssef A. Attia. SARS-CoV-2 in animals: potential for unknown reservoir hosts and public health implications. Veterinary Quarterly. 2021; 41 (1):181-201.
Chicago/Turabian StyleKhan Sharun; Kuldeep Dhama; Abhijit M. Pawde; Christian Gortázar; Ruchi Tiwari; D. Katterine Bonilla-Aldana; Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales; José de la Fuente; Izabela Michalak; Youssef A. Attia. 2021. "SARS-CoV-2 in animals: potential for unknown reservoir hosts and public health implications." Veterinary Quarterly 41, no. 1: 181-201.
The use of higher plants for the production of plant growth biostimulants is receiving increased attention among scientists, farmers, investors, consumers and regulators. The aim of the present study was to examine the possibility of converting plants commonly occurring in Europe (St. John’s wort, giant goldenrod, common dandelion, red clover, nettle, valerian) into valuable and easy to use bio-products. The biostimulating activity of botanical extracts and their effect on the chemical composition of celeriac were identified. Plant-based extracts, obtained by ultrasound-assisted extraction and mechanical homogenisation, were tested in field trials. It was found that the obtained formulations increased the total yield of leaves rosettes and roots, the dry weight of leaves rosettes and roots, the content of chlorophyll a + b and carotenoids, the greenness index of leaves, the content of vitamin C in leaves and roots. They mostly decreased the content of polyphenols and antioxidant activities in leaves but increased them in roots and conversely affected the nitrates content. Extracts showed a varied impact on the content of micro and macroelements, as well as the composition of volatile compounds and fatty acids in the celeriac biomass. Due to the modulatory properties of the tested products, they may be used successfully in sustainable horticulture.
Katarzyna Godlewska; Paweł Pacyga; Izabela Michalak; Anita Biesiada; Antoni Szumny; Natalia Pachura; Urszula Piszcz. Field-Scale Evaluation of Botanical Extracts Effect on the Yield, Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Activity of Celeriac (Apium graveolens L. Var. rapaceum). Molecules 2020, 25, 4212 .
AMA StyleKatarzyna Godlewska, Paweł Pacyga, Izabela Michalak, Anita Biesiada, Antoni Szumny, Natalia Pachura, Urszula Piszcz. Field-Scale Evaluation of Botanical Extracts Effect on the Yield, Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Activity of Celeriac (Apium graveolens L. Var. rapaceum). Molecules. 2020; 25 (18):4212.
Chicago/Turabian StyleKatarzyna Godlewska; Paweł Pacyga; Izabela Michalak; Anita Biesiada; Antoni Szumny; Natalia Pachura; Urszula Piszcz. 2020. "Field-Scale Evaluation of Botanical Extracts Effect on the Yield, Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Activity of Celeriac (Apium graveolens L. Var. rapaceum)." Molecules 25, no. 18: 4212.
Bioactive compounds of natural origin are gaining increasing popularity. High biological activity and bioavailability, beneficial effects on health and safety of use are some of their most desirable features. Low production and processing costs render them even more attractive. Microorganisms have been used in the food, medicinal, cosmetic and energy industries for years. Among them, microalgae have proved to be an invaluable source of beneficial compounds. Haematococcus pluvialis is known as the richest source of natural carotenoid called astaxanthin. In this paper, we focus on the cultivation methods of this green microalga, its chemical composition, extraction of astaxanthin and analysis of its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti–diabetic and anticancer activities. H. pluvialis, as well as astaxanthin can be used not only for the treatment of human and animal diseases, but also as a valuable component of diet and feed.
Malwina Mularczyk; Izabela Michalak; Krzysztof Marycz. Astaxanthin and other Nutrients from Haematococcus pluvialis—Multifunctional Applications. Marine Drugs 2020, 18, 459 .
AMA StyleMalwina Mularczyk, Izabela Michalak, Krzysztof Marycz. Astaxanthin and other Nutrients from Haematococcus pluvialis—Multifunctional Applications. Marine Drugs. 2020; 18 (9):459.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMalwina Mularczyk; Izabela Michalak; Krzysztof Marycz. 2020. "Astaxanthin and other Nutrients from Haematococcus pluvialis—Multifunctional Applications." Marine Drugs 18, no. 9: 459.
This study includes information about the most common freshwater and marine species from the genus Cladophora such as classification, taxonomy and morphology, ecology, occurrence and distribution, population and community structure, harvesting and culture conditions, chemical composition, and utilization. Habitat requirements and development optima are different for species belonging to the commonly recorded genus Cladophora. The majority Cladophora species are distributed throughout the world, in both the moderate and tropical zones. Of the species noted from Europe, only 15 are characterized for freshwaters, both flowing and standing. In small water bodies, these green algae are very common and occur almost everywhere: in lakes, dam reservoirs, large rivers occur mainly in the coastal littoral zone. A commonly occurring species of macroscopic green algae is Cladophora glomerata. Habitat parameters have shown that the distribution pattern of filamentous green algae taxa is determined by two different gradients: (i) depth—temperature, light availability, oxygen concentration; and (ii) trophy—nitrate and orthophosphate concentration. A fast growth rate of Cladophora is very effective under good light condition and high concentration of nutrients. Species of the genera Cladophora have been determined to be early spring or summer organisms. The biomass of Cladophora can be successfully applied as a raw material for production of value-added products. In this review, Cladophora species are discussed in terms of their chemical composition, as well as potential applications in many areas, for example human and animal health, agriculture (organic fertilizers, biostimulants of plant growth, feed additives), environmental protection (bioindicator of pollution/contamination, sorbent of pollutants from wastewater), renewable source of energy (biogas, bioethanol), and high-tech composite materials.
Izabela Michalak; Beata Messyasz. Concise review of Cladophora spp.: macroalgae of commercial interest. Environmental Biology of Fishes 2020, 33, 133 -166.
AMA StyleIzabela Michalak, Beata Messyasz. Concise review of Cladophora spp.: macroalgae of commercial interest. Environmental Biology of Fishes. 2020; 33 (1):133-166.
Chicago/Turabian StyleIzabela Michalak; Beata Messyasz. 2020. "Concise review of Cladophora spp.: macroalgae of commercial interest." Environmental Biology of Fishes 33, no. 1: 133-166.
Poultry production is an important area of the agricultural economy. Nowadays, there is an interest in novel sources of feed additives that will improve production performance and poultry health. As an easily available and renewable biomass rich in biologically active compounds, seaweeds can meet this demand. Different forms of seaweeds–seaweed powder from naturally occurring biomass, cultivated or waste biomass, extracted compounds, post-extraction residues or liquid extracts–may be used in poultry feeding. Inclusion of this unconventional material in the poultry nutrition can positively influence the poultry performance along with its health and enrich poultry products with active compounds, such as micro- and macroelements, polyunsaturated fatty acids and pigments. Seaweeds also reduce lipids and cholesterol in eggs. Moreover, due to their unique properties, they can serve as an alternative to antibiotic growth promoters. This review presents the latest developments in the use of seaweeds in poultry nutrition, as well as its limitations.
Izabela Michalak; Khalid Mahrose. Seaweeds, Intact and Processed, as a Valuable Component of Poultry Feeds. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering 2020, 8, 620 .
AMA StyleIzabela Michalak, Khalid Mahrose. Seaweeds, Intact and Processed, as a Valuable Component of Poultry Feeds. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering. 2020; 8 (8):620.
Chicago/Turabian StyleIzabela Michalak; Khalid Mahrose. 2020. "Seaweeds, Intact and Processed, as a Valuable Component of Poultry Feeds." Journal of Marine Science and Engineering 8, no. 8: 620.
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome - Coronavirus-2) of the family Coronaviridae, appeared in China in December 2019. This disease was declared as posing Public Health International Emergency by World Health Organization on January 30, 2020, attained the status of a very high-risk category on February 29, and now having a pandemic status (March 11). COVID-19 has presently spread to more than 215 countries/territories while killing nearly 0.75 million humans out of cumulative confirmed infected asymptomatic or symptomatic cases accounting to almost 20.5 million as of August 12, 2020, within a short period of just a few months. Researchers worldwide are pacing with high efforts to counter the spread of this virus and to design effective vaccines and therapeutics/drugs. Few of the studies have shown the potential of the animal-human interface and zoonotic links in the origin of SARS-CoV-2. Exploring the possible zoonosis and revealing the factors responsible for its initial transmission from animals to humans will pave ways to design and implement effective preventive and control strategies to counter the COVID-19. The present review presents a comprehensive overview of COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2, with emphasis on the role of animals and their jumping the cross-species barriers, experiences learned from SARS- and MERS-CoVs, zoonotic links, and spillover events, transmission to humans and rapid spread, and highlights the new advances in diagnosis, vaccine and therapies, preventive and control measures, one health concept along with recent research developments to counter this pandemic disease.
Kuldeep Dhama; Shailesh Kumar Patel; Khan Sharun; Mamta Pathak; Ruchi Tiwari; Mohd Iqbal Yatoo; Yashpal Singh Malik; Ranjit Sah; Ali A. Rabaan; Parmod Kumar Panwar; Karam Pal Singh; Izabela Michalak; Wanpen Chaicumpa; Dayron F. Martinez-Pulgarin; D. Katterine Bonilla-Aldana; Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales. SARS-CoV-2 jumping the species barrier: Zoonotic lessons from SARS, MERS and recent advances to combat this pandemic virus. Travel Medicine and Infectious Disease 2020, 37, 101830 -101830.
AMA StyleKuldeep Dhama, Shailesh Kumar Patel, Khan Sharun, Mamta Pathak, Ruchi Tiwari, Mohd Iqbal Yatoo, Yashpal Singh Malik, Ranjit Sah, Ali A. Rabaan, Parmod Kumar Panwar, Karam Pal Singh, Izabela Michalak, Wanpen Chaicumpa, Dayron F. Martinez-Pulgarin, D. Katterine Bonilla-Aldana, Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales. SARS-CoV-2 jumping the species barrier: Zoonotic lessons from SARS, MERS and recent advances to combat this pandemic virus. Travel Medicine and Infectious Disease. 2020; 37 ():101830-101830.
Chicago/Turabian StyleKuldeep Dhama; Shailesh Kumar Patel; Khan Sharun; Mamta Pathak; Ruchi Tiwari; Mohd Iqbal Yatoo; Yashpal Singh Malik; Ranjit Sah; Ali A. Rabaan; Parmod Kumar Panwar; Karam Pal Singh; Izabela Michalak; Wanpen Chaicumpa; Dayron F. Martinez-Pulgarin; D. Katterine Bonilla-Aldana; Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales. 2020. "SARS-CoV-2 jumping the species barrier: Zoonotic lessons from SARS, MERS and recent advances to combat this pandemic virus." Travel Medicine and Infectious Disease 37, no. : 101830-101830.
In this literature review, the current state-of-art of coatings for orthodontic archwires’ increasing antimicrobial and relevant mechanical properties, such as surface topography, friction or corrosion resistance, has been presented. There is a growing request for orthodontic appliances, therefore, most researchers focus on innovative functional coatings to cover orthodontic archwires and brackets. Orthodontic appliances are exposed to the unfavorable oral cavity environment, consisting of saliva flow, food, temperature and appliance force. As a consequence, friction or biocorrosion processes may occur. This can affect the functionality of the orthodontic elements, causing changes in their microstructure, surface topography and mechanical properties. Furthermore, the material which the orthodontic archwire is made from is of particular importance in terms of the possible corrosion resistance. This is especially important for patients who are hypersensitive to metals, for example, nickel, which causes allergic reactions. In the literature, there are some studies, carried out in vitro and in vivo, mostly examining the antibacterial, antiadherent, mechanical and roughness properties of functional coatings. They are clinically acceptable but still some properties have to be studied and be developed for better results. In this paper the influence of additives such as nanoparticles of silver and nitrogen-doped TiO2 applied on orthodontic brackets by different methods on the antimicrobial properties was analyzed. Future improvement of coating techniques as well as modification of the archwire composition can reduce the release of nickel ions and eliminate friction and bacterial adhesion problems, thus accelerating treatment time.
Justyna Bącela; Magdalena Beata Łabowska; Jerzy Detyna; Anna Zięty; Izabela Michalak. Functional Coatings for Orthodontic Archwires—A Review. Materials 2020, 13, 3257 .
AMA StyleJustyna Bącela, Magdalena Beata Łabowska, Jerzy Detyna, Anna Zięty, Izabela Michalak. Functional Coatings for Orthodontic Archwires—A Review. Materials. 2020; 13 (15):3257.
Chicago/Turabian StyleJustyna Bącela; Magdalena Beata Łabowska; Jerzy Detyna; Anna Zięty; Izabela Michalak. 2020. "Functional Coatings for Orthodontic Archwires—A Review." Materials 13, no. 15: 3257.
In the present study, the effect of macroalga Enteromorpha sp. enriched with Zn(II) and Cu(II) ions on daily amounts of feces and urine excreted by growing pigs, apparent fecal nutrient digestibility and daily nitrogen balance and retention, meat quality and the slaughter value of carcasses was examined. The duration of feeding experiments was 87 days. In the control group, the requirement for zinc and copper was covered by inorganic salts, whereas in the experimental group algae enriched with these elements via biosorption were supplemented. No effect of Enteromorpha sp. on the increase in digestibility of dry matter, dry organic matter, crude protein, crude fat and nitrogen-free extractives was observed. Statistically significant differences concerned only the digestibility of crude ash. The daily amount of excreted feces and urine did not differ significantly between groups. Meat from pigs in the algal group was characterized by a lower water absorption and drip loss and contained less fat and more protein than meat from the control group. Furthermore, a slight darkening of the meat was observed. The weight of the liver was lower in pigs from the algal group. Enriched macroalga Enteromorpha sp. may be introduced into pig nutrition as a feed material as an alternative to inorganic salts.
Izabela Michalak; Katarzyna Chojnacka; Daniel Korniewicz. Effect of Marine Macroalga Enteromorpha sp. Enriched with Zn(II) and Cu(II) ions on the Digestibility, Meat Quality and Carcass Characteristics of Growing Pigs. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering 2020, 8, 347 .
AMA StyleIzabela Michalak, Katarzyna Chojnacka, Daniel Korniewicz. Effect of Marine Macroalga Enteromorpha sp. Enriched with Zn(II) and Cu(II) ions on the Digestibility, Meat Quality and Carcass Characteristics of Growing Pigs. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering. 2020; 8 (5):347.
Chicago/Turabian StyleIzabela Michalak; Katarzyna Chojnacka; Daniel Korniewicz. 2020. "Effect of Marine Macroalga Enteromorpha sp. Enriched with Zn(II) and Cu(II) ions on the Digestibility, Meat Quality and Carcass Characteristics of Growing Pigs." Journal of Marine Science and Engineering 8, no. 5: 347.
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome - Coronavirus-2) of the family Coronaviridae, appeared in Wuhan, Hubei province, China being its epicenter in December 2019. This disease was declared as posing Public Health International Emergency by World Health Organization on January 30, 2020, attained the status of a very high-risk category on February 29, and now having a pandemic status (March 11, 2020). COVID-19 has presently spread to more than 195 countries/territories while killing nearly 19,600 humans out of cumulative confirmed cases accounting to more than 430,000 within a short period of just a few weeks. The majority of deaths have been reported in Italy and China. Researchers worldwide are pacing with high efforts to counter the spread of this virus and to design effective vaccines and therapeutics/drugs. Few of the studies have shown the potential of animal-human interface and zoonotic links in the origin of SARS-CoV-2. Exploring the possible zoonosis and revealing the factors responsible for its initial transmission from animals to humans will pave ways to design and implement effective preventive and control strategies to counter COVID-19. The present review presents an overview of COVID-19 and the causative virus SARS-CoV-2, with particular emphasis on the role of animals and their jumping the cross-species barriers, experiences learned from SARS- and MERS-CoVs, zoonotic links, and spillover events, transmission to humans and rapid spread., highlighting in very brief the preventive and control measures along with a few of the recent research developments to counter this pandemic virus/disease.
Kuldeep Dhama; Shailesh Kumar Patel; Khan Sharun; Mamta Pathak; Ruchi Tiwari; Mohd. Iqbal Yatoo; Yashpal Singh Malik; Ranjit Sah; Ali A. Rabaan; Parmod Kumar Panwar; Karam Pal Singh; Izabela Michalak; Wanpen Chaicumpa; D. Katterine Bonilla-Aldana; Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales. SARS-CoV-2: Jumping the Species Barrier, Lessons from SARS and MERS, Its Zoonotic Spillover, Transmission to Humans, Preventive and Control Measures and Recent Developments to Counter This Pandemic Virus. 2020, 1 .
AMA StyleKuldeep Dhama, Shailesh Kumar Patel, Khan Sharun, Mamta Pathak, Ruchi Tiwari, Mohd. Iqbal Yatoo, Yashpal Singh Malik, Ranjit Sah, Ali A. Rabaan, Parmod Kumar Panwar, Karam Pal Singh, Izabela Michalak, Wanpen Chaicumpa, D. Katterine Bonilla-Aldana, Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales. SARS-CoV-2: Jumping the Species Barrier, Lessons from SARS and MERS, Its Zoonotic Spillover, Transmission to Humans, Preventive and Control Measures and Recent Developments to Counter This Pandemic Virus. . 2020; ():1.
Chicago/Turabian StyleKuldeep Dhama; Shailesh Kumar Patel; Khan Sharun; Mamta Pathak; Ruchi Tiwari; Mohd. Iqbal Yatoo; Yashpal Singh Malik; Ranjit Sah; Ali A. Rabaan; Parmod Kumar Panwar; Karam Pal Singh; Izabela Michalak; Wanpen Chaicumpa; D. Katterine Bonilla-Aldana; Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales. 2020. "SARS-CoV-2: Jumping the Species Barrier, Lessons from SARS and MERS, Its Zoonotic Spillover, Transmission to Humans, Preventive and Control Measures and Recent Developments to Counter This Pandemic Virus." , no. : 1.
Jasmina Aliman; Izabela Michalak; Edin Bušatlić; Lamija Aliman; Mirko Kulina; Mirjana Radović; Jasna Hasanbegović. Study of the physicochemical properties of highbush blueberry and wild bilberry fruit in central Bosnia. TURKISH JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY 2020, 44, 156 -168.
AMA StyleJasmina Aliman, Izabela Michalak, Edin Bušatlić, Lamija Aliman, Mirko Kulina, Mirjana Radović, Jasna Hasanbegović. Study of the physicochemical properties of highbush blueberry and wild bilberry fruit in central Bosnia. TURKISH JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY. 2020; 44 (2):156-168.
Chicago/Turabian StyleJasmina Aliman; Izabela Michalak; Edin Bušatlić; Lamija Aliman; Mirko Kulina; Mirjana Radović; Jasna Hasanbegović. 2020. "Study of the physicochemical properties of highbush blueberry and wild bilberry fruit in central Bosnia." TURKISH JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY 44, no. 2: 156-168.
The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of Spirulina platensis, formulation containing microalgal extract, post-extraction residue, and formulation without algal extract (containing only emulsifier) on the content of FAs in the eggs of laying hens. The experiment was conducted on 90 laying hens (ISA Brown) as a completely randomized design. Hens were assigned to five experimental groups (six replicates). The FAs content in eggs was determined after 30, 60, 90, and 120 days of the experiment. There were no statistically significant differences in FA profiles after 30 days of the experiment. It was shown that after 60, 90, and 120 days of the experiment, the investigated additives had a significant impact on the content of such acids as: dodecanoic acid (C12:0), C15:0, nonadecanoic acid (C19:0), myristoleic acid (C14:1 n-5), α-linolenic acid (ALA, C18:3 n-3), DPA, C20:2 n-6, and decosahexaenoic acid (DHA C22:6 n-6). There were also significant differences in total PUFA n-3, PUFA n-6, and n-6/n-3 ratio in eggs. The obtained results suggest that the use of algae extract and emulsifier in laying hens nutrition has the greatest impact on the FA profile in the eggs.
Izabela Michalak; Marita Andrys; Mariusz Korczyński; Sebastian Opaliński; Bogusława Łęska; Damian Konkol; Radosław Wilk; Edward Rój; Katarzyna Chojnacka. Biofortification of Hens Eggs with Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids by New Dietary Formulation: Supercritical Microalgal Extract. Animals 2020, 10, 499 .
AMA StyleIzabela Michalak, Marita Andrys, Mariusz Korczyński, Sebastian Opaliński, Bogusława Łęska, Damian Konkol, Radosław Wilk, Edward Rój, Katarzyna Chojnacka. Biofortification of Hens Eggs with Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids by New Dietary Formulation: Supercritical Microalgal Extract. Animals. 2020; 10 (3):499.
Chicago/Turabian StyleIzabela Michalak; Marita Andrys; Mariusz Korczyński; Sebastian Opaliński; Bogusława Łęska; Damian Konkol; Radosław Wilk; Edward Rój; Katarzyna Chojnacka. 2020. "Biofortification of Hens Eggs with Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids by New Dietary Formulation: Supercritical Microalgal Extract." Animals 10, no. 3: 499.
This research presents the possibility of using innovative botanical extracts as biostimulants of plant growth to improve plant nutritional value, growth, and development. It is important to increase agricultural production but this process should be carried out in a sustainable way, without causing risks for both the environment and consumers. For this reason, we have focused on the use of 14 natural raw materials and ultrasound assisted extraction for the production of biostimulants. Results proved that higher plants can be used to obtain valuable products for the application in modern horticulture and agriculture. For instance, extract based on Urtica dioica L. showed the highest biostimulatory properties: in the group sprayed with 0.1% extract cabbage seedlings were longer by 31%, while with 1.0% extract of Polygonum aviculare L. roots were longer by 72% than in the control group treated with water. Extracts based on Equisetum arvense L. (0.5%) and Urtica dioica L. (leaf) (0.1%) increased the fresh weight of sprouts by 113% and 112%, respectively. The highest root weight was observed in groups treated with Equisetum arvense L. (0.5%), Polygonum aviculare L. (0.5%), and Urtica dioica L. (leaf) (2.5%)—heavier by 207%, 206%, and 205%, respectively. Most of biostimulants increased the content of pigments involved in photosynthesis (e.g. 156% more chlorophyll for 0.1% Hypericum perforatum L. extract), decreased the content of polyphenols (e.g. 47% less for 2.5% Trifolium pretense extract), and showed a varied impact on antioxidant activity. There is an increasing interest in botanical extracts due to their high content of biologically active compounds and wide variety of application possibilities.
Katarzyna Godlewska; Anita Biesiada; Izabela Michalak; Paweł Pacyga. The Effect of Botanical Extracts Obtained through Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction on White Head Cabbage (Brassica Oleracea L. Var. Capitata L.) Seedlings Grown under Controlled Conditions. Sustainability 2020, 12, 1871 .
AMA StyleKatarzyna Godlewska, Anita Biesiada, Izabela Michalak, Paweł Pacyga. The Effect of Botanical Extracts Obtained through Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction on White Head Cabbage (Brassica Oleracea L. Var. Capitata L.) Seedlings Grown under Controlled Conditions. Sustainability. 2020; 12 (5):1871.
Chicago/Turabian StyleKatarzyna Godlewska; Anita Biesiada; Izabela Michalak; Paweł Pacyga. 2020. "The Effect of Botanical Extracts Obtained through Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction on White Head Cabbage (Brassica Oleracea L. Var. Capitata L.) Seedlings Grown under Controlled Conditions." Sustainability 12, no. 5: 1871.
Poland, a Central European country with a Baltic Sea coastline of 634 km, has no tradition of nearshore cultivation of seaweeds or utilization of this biomass. The Baltic is known for its eutrophication. Numerous attempts are being made to combat this phenomenon as well as to find applications for the beach-cast and free-floating macroalgae, which are a nuisance in many areas. Seaweed harvesting can mitigate eutrophication by the reduction of nutrients – especially nitrogen and phosphorus – in water. Collected biomass can be utilised in agriculture as biofertilisers and used as a valuable raw material for the manufacture of high-value macroalgal products, such as biostimulants of plant growth, feed additives, components of cosmetics, food additives or biogas as a form of renewable energy. The Baltic abounds in green macroalgae (Ulva sp. and Cladophora sp.) with brown (Ectocarpus sp., Pilayella sp., Fucus vesiculosus) and red algae (Vertebrata sp., Ceramium sp., Furcellaria sp.) occurring in much smaller quantities. These seaweeds are also of great interest as bioindicators of environmental pollution. The seaweeds in the southern Baltic Sea still represent an unexploited biomass and can be a huge source of innovation. New approaches towards macroalgal utilisation are in demand.
Izabela Michalak. Seaweed resources of Poland. Botanica Marina 2020, 63, 73 -84.
AMA StyleIzabela Michalak. Seaweed resources of Poland. Botanica Marina. 2020; 63 (1):73-84.
Chicago/Turabian StyleIzabela Michalak. 2020. "Seaweed resources of Poland." Botanica Marina 63, no. 1: 73-84.
Chromium removal from aqueous solutions has gained attention due to its hazardous impact on life organisms. In the present study, sorption processes were performed to examine the opportunity to apply biochar derived from waste tomato leaves and stems for Cr(III) ion removal. Biochars were produced through pyrolysis in a wide range of temperature (250–800 °C). The obtained biochars were investigated in detail by means of ultimate and proximate analyses, pH point of zero charge, FT–IR, scanning electron microscopy, and mercury porosimetry. Biochars are characterized by high amount of ash varying from 23 to 44% and as a result high pHpzc values of about 13. It was proven that increasing pyrolysis temperature positively affected sorption of Cr(III) ions. Mineral matter in the biochars plays a crucial role in the removal of Cr(III) ions from aqueous solution mainly due to their precipitation. The sorption capacity of biochar produced at 800 °C was 169.5 mg g−1, whereas at 250 °C only 62.2 mg g−1. It was found that biochar can be reused in sorption process after desorption using 0.1 M HCl, while the sorption capacity decreased 4-fold.
Jakub Mokrzycki; Izabela Michalak; Piotr Rutkowski. Tomato green waste biochars as sustainable trivalent chromium sorbents. Environmental Science and Pollution Research 2019, 28, 24245 -24255.
AMA StyleJakub Mokrzycki, Izabela Michalak, Piotr Rutkowski. Tomato green waste biochars as sustainable trivalent chromium sorbents. Environmental Science and Pollution Research. 2019; 28 (19):24245-24255.
Chicago/Turabian StyleJakub Mokrzycki; Izabela Michalak; Piotr Rutkowski. 2019. "Tomato green waste biochars as sustainable trivalent chromium sorbents." Environmental Science and Pollution Research 28, no. 19: 24245-24255.