Physicochemical and microbiological characterization, and evaluation of the antimicrobial and antioxidant activity of propolis produced in two seasons and two areas of the eastern edge of the Sonoran Desert

Sánchez-Escalante, Armida; Torrescano-Urrutia, Gastón Ramón; Vargas-Sánchez, Rey David

doi:10.18633/biotecnia.v22i3.1185

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“…For instance, Vargas‐Sánchez et al. reported that ethanolic extracts of propolis from the Sonoran desert (Mexico) had variable color parameters depending on the season [42] …”

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Bioactive Attributes and Analysis of Electronic Nose Feature Signals of Colombian Stingless Bees Propolis

Zuluaga-Domínguez

Fuenmayor

Quicazán

2022

Chemistry & Biodiversity

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The volatile and non-volatile chemical composition and bioactivity of propolis from the species Apis mellifera has been widely studied, but there is very little knowledge regarding propolis of other bee species, which ultimately hinders their differentiation and potential use. In this work, 53 propolis samples of A. mellifera and four stingless bee species (Frieseomielitta sp., Melipona eburnea, Melipona sp., and Trigona sp.) were collected in Colombia. An electronic nose with 10 metal oxide semiconductor sensors (MOS) was used to generate a pattern of the representative volatile compounds of the samples. Ethanolic extracts were obtained to assess their antioxidant activity towards DPPH radical and ABTS radical cation, total phenolics, and color (CIELAB space). The results showed an overall similarity of the aromatic profiles between species. The antioxidant activity of Frieseomielitta sp. propolis was higher than that of A. mellifera and the other species, in correspondence with a higher phenolic content. CIELAB color parameter b* was the most differentiating variable among samples, indicating a variation of propolis colors between red and yellow. By combining the data from physico-chemical analysis and aromatic profile, it was possible to differentiate the propolis from each bee species, with the exception of those from Melipona sp. and Trigona sp., indicating their similarity. These results have practical significance since they are a starting point to recognizing and valuing native stingless bee propolis and their bioactive potential, which, in addition to geographical differentiation and further quality parameters evaluation, will enhance their commercial exploitation.

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“…For instance, Vargas‐Sánchez et al. reported that ethanolic extracts of propolis from the Sonoran desert (Mexico) had variable color parameters depending on the season [42] …”

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confidence: 99%

Bioactive Attributes and Analysis of Electronic Nose Feature Signals of Colombian Stingless Bees Propolis

Zuluaga-Domínguez

Fuenmayor

Quicazán

2022

Chemistry & Biodiversity

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“…This test was carried out using a UV/VIS spectrophotometer at a wavelength of 760 nm. The absorbance results obtained were processed with the linear curve regression formula for gallic acid standards [11].…”

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Phytochemical and Bioactivity of Propolis Extracts Produced by Stingless Bee Heterotrigona itama from Two Cultivation Locations

Rusman,

Arung

2023

IOP Conf. Ser.: Earth Environ. Sci.

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Propolis produced by the stingless bee is one of the non-timber forest products that currently has great potential to be developed. This research aimed to analyze the phytochemical present in propolis and to investigate the bioactivities of Heterotrigona itama propolis. Propolis samples were collected from cultivation locations in the Faculty of Forestry at Mulawarman University and cultivation locations at Mangkurawang Sub District at Kutai Kartanegara. Propolis was extracted with ethanol and methanol for a mixture of propolis and olive oil. Phytochemical analysis was carried out qualitatively and quantitatively. Antioxidant activity was performed using the radical scavenging assay against DPPH. The antimicrobial activity was determined using the agar-well diffusion method. The preliminary phytochemical analysis showed the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, carbohydrates, and coumarins. The results showed that the highest antioxidant activity was found in propolis ethanol extract from Mangkurawang with an IC50 value of 112.53 μg/ml, followed by ethanol extract from Fahutan with an IC50 of 165.382 μg/ml. Furthermore, the ethanol extract from Mangkurawang showed antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus epidermidis, Cutibacterium acnes, and Candida albicans. This present study displayed the potential uses of propolis as an antioxidant and antimicrobial agent.

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Quality of Propolis Commercially Available on Podkarpacki Beekeeping Market

Miłek,

Ciszkowicz,

Zaguła

et al. 2024

Journal of Apicultural Science

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Eight samples of propolis commercially available on south-eastern Poland’s beekeeping market were compared in terms of quality, chemical composition and biological activity, including antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. The organoleptic characteristics and physicochemical requirements indicated that only 50% of tested propolis samples was classified to class II regarding obligatory limits, while the others were out-class. A big variation in mineral composition was determined by the ICP-OES method but all samples were free of heavy metals (Pb, Cd and Ni). Although mesophilic bacteria, yeasts and moulds occurred in tested propolis (in general lower than 102 CFU/g), E. coli and spore-forming sulphite-reducing bacteria as well as Salmonella and Shigella bacteria were not detected. High antioxidant activity and total phenolic content for all samples was confirmed, which was correlated with antibacterial activity tested against E. coli ATCC 11775 strain. Additionally, the propolis sample with the strongest antibacterial activity (MIC 0.33 mg/mL) inhibited biofilm formation of S. aureus and S. epidermidis ATCC 35984 (MBIC 0.66 and 5.25 mg/mL, respectively). However, great variation in terms of antioxidant activity and HPLC polyphenolic profile were observed, and sakuranetin and pinobanksin were identified as the most effective antioxidant components. Moreover, the usefulness of ATR-FTIR spectra analysis was confirmed as a quick method for initial testing of propolis quality.

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Physicochemical and microbiological characterization, and evaluation of the antimicrobial and antioxidant activity of propolis produced in two seasons and two areas of the eastern edge of the Sonoran Desert

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Bioactive Attributes and Analysis of Electronic Nose Feature Signals of Colombian Stingless Bees Propolis

Bioactive Attributes and Analysis of Electronic Nose Feature Signals of Colombian Stingless Bees Propolis

Phytochemical and Bioactivity of Propolis Extracts Produced by Stingless Bee Heterotrigona itama from Two Cultivation Locations

Quality of Propolis Commercially Available on Podkarpacki Beekeeping Market

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