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Ana Isabel Ramos Novo Amorim de Barros Integrated Member

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Name: Ana Isabel Ramos Novo Amorim de Barros

Aggregation: Integrated Member

Scopus author ID: 7102745501

Orcid ID: 0000-0001-5834-6141

Ciência Vitae: 2612-9C3E-86A0

Email: abarros@utad.pt

Research Tasks

Innovative technologies and processes

Valorisation of bio-based products and and co-products

Publications

Characterization of Azorean Plant Leaves for Sustainable Valorization and Future Advanced Applications in the Food, Cosmetic, and Pharmaceutical Industries
Barros J.G.L., Fernandes R., Abraão A., Costa R.D., Aires A., Gouvinhas I., Granato D., Barros A.N., (2024) Characterization of Azorean Plant Leaves for Sustainable Valorization and Future Advanced Applications in the Food, Cosmetic, and Pharmaceutical Industries Antioxidants 13 (325). ISSN: 20763921. doi: 10.3390/antiox13030325.
Exploring the Role of Phenolic Compounds in Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review
Baptista F., Paié-Ribeiro J., Almeida M., Barros A.N., (2024) Exploring the Role of Phenolic Compounds in Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review Molecules 29 (2576). ISSN: 14203049. doi: 10.3390/molecules29112576.
From a heavy metal perspective, is macroalgal biomass from Madeira Archipelago and Gran Canaria Island of eastern Atlantic safe for the development of blue bioeconomy products?
Nunes N., Ferraz S., Venuleo M., Barros A.I.R.N.A., de Carvalho M.A.A.P., (2024) From a heavy metal perspective, is macroalgal biomass from Madeira Archipelago and Gran Canaria Island of eastern Atlantic safe for the development of blue bioeconomy products? Journal of Applied Phycology 36 :811-830. ISSN: 15735176. doi: 10.1007/s10811-023-03146-1.
From Waste to Resource: Compositional Analysis of Olive Cake’s Fatty Acids, Nutrients and Antinutrients
Paié-Ribeiro J., Baptista F., Teixeira J., Guedes C., Gomes M.J., Teixeira A., Barros A.N., Pinheiro V., Outor-Monteiro D., (2024) From Waste to Resource: Compositional Analysis of Olive Cake’s Fatty Acids, Nutrients and Antinutrients Applied Sciences (Switzerland) 14 (5586). ISSN: 20763417. doi: 10.3390/app14135586.
Golden Flower Tibetan Tea Polysaccharides Alleviate Constipation in Mice by Regulating Aquaporins-Mediated Water Transport System and Gut Microbiota
Yu M., Zhao J., Xie Q., Deng J., Zhu Y., Chen J., Xiang Z., Zhang T., Liu G., Xia C., Shi L., Wu B., Gouvinhas I., Barros A.N., (2024) Golden Flower Tibetan Tea Polysaccharides Alleviate Constipation in Mice by Regulating Aquaporins-Mediated Water Transport System and Gut Microbiota Foods 13 (2749). ISSN: 23048158. doi: 10.3390/foods13172749.
Polyglutamate: Unleashing the Versatility of a Biopolymer for Cosmetic Industry Applications
Serra M., Gudina E., Botelho C., Teixeira J.A., Barros A.N., (2024) Polyglutamate: Unleashing the Versatility of a Biopolymer for Cosmetic Industry Applications Cosmetics 11 (76). ISSN: 20799284. doi: 10.3390/cosmetics11030076.
Unlocking the therapeutic treasure of pomegranate leaf: A comprehensive review on phytochemical compounds, health benefits, and future prospects
Yu M., Gouvinhas I., Chen J., Zhu Y., Deng J., Xiang Z., Oliveira P., Xia C., Barros A., (2024) Unlocking the therapeutic treasure of pomegranate leaf: A comprehensive review on phytochemical compounds, health benefits, and future prospects Food Chemistry: X 23 (101587). ISSN: 25901575. doi: 10.1016/j.fochx.2024.101587.
Assessment of Phenolic Content, Antioxidant and Anti-Aging Activities of Honey from Pittosporum undulatum Vent. Naturalized in the Azores Archipelago (Portugal)
Santos S., Maia M., Barros A., Gouvinhas I., (2023) Assessment of Phenolic Content, Antioxidant and Anti-Aging Activities of Honey from Pittosporum undulatum Vent. Naturalized in the Azores Archipelago (Portugal) Applied Sciences (Switzerland) 13 (1788). ISSN: 20763417. doi: 10.3390/app13031788.
Brassica oleracea Var italica by-Products Prevent Lipid Accumulation and Cell Death in a Liver Cell Model of Lipid Toxicity
Castelão-Baptista J.P., Valente S.A., Canário S., Oppolzer D., Barros A., Venâncio C., Martins T., Antunes L., Sardão V.A., Rosa E., Oliveira P.J., (2023) Brassica oleracea Var italica by-Products Prevent Lipid Accumulation and Cell Death in a Liver Cell Model of Lipid Toxicity Nutrients 15 (924). ISSN: 20726643. doi: 10.3390/nu15040924.
Enhancing Health Benefits through Chlorophylls and Chlorophyll-Rich Agro-Food: A Comprehensive Review
Martins T., Barros A.N., Rosa E., Antunes L., (2023) Enhancing Health Benefits through Chlorophylls and Chlorophyll-Rich Agro-Food: A Comprehensive Review Molecules 28 (5344). ISSN: 14203049. doi: 10.3390/molecules28145344.
Exploring the Benefits of Phycocyanin: From Spirulina Cultivation to Its Widespread Applications
Fernandes R., Campos J., Serra M., Fidalgo J., Almeida H., Casas A., Toubarro D., Barros A.I.R.N.A., (2023) Exploring the Benefits of Phycocyanin: From Spirulina Cultivation to Its Widespread Applications Pharmaceuticals 16 (592). ISSN: 14248247. doi: 10.3390/ph16040592.
Inflammation in Prostate Cancer: Exploring the Promising Role of Phenolic Compounds as an Innovative Therapeutic Approach
Fernandes R., Costa C., Fernandes R., Barros A.N., (2023) Inflammation in Prostate Cancer: Exploring the Promising Role of Phenolic Compounds as an Innovative Therapeutic Approach Biomedicines 11 (3140). ISSN: 22279059. doi: 10.3390/biomedicines11123140.
Microbial Hyaluronic Acid Production: A Review
Serra M., Casas A., Toubarro D., Barros A.N., Teixeira J.A., (2023) Microbial Hyaluronic Acid Production: A Review Molecules 28 (2084). ISSN: 14203049. doi: 10.3390/molecules28052084.
Molecular Characterization of Prunus lusitanica L. Fruit Extracts and Their Health-Promoting Potential in Inflammation, Diabetes, and Neurodegenerative Diseases
Abraão A., Martins-Gomes C., Domínguez-Perles R., Barros A., Silva A.M., (2023) Molecular Characterization of Prunus lusitanica L. Fruit Extracts and Their Health-Promoting Potential in Inflammation, Diabetes, and Neurodegenerative Diseases International Journal of Molecular Sciences 24 (8830). ISSN: 14220067. doi: 10.3390/ijms24108830.
Nutraceutical Potential of Lentinula edodes’ Spent Mushroom Substrate: A Comprehensive Study on Phenolic Composition, Antioxidant Activity, and Antibacterial Effects
Baptista F., Campos J., Costa-Silva V., Pinto A.R., Saavedra M.J., Ferreira L.M., Rodrigues M., Barros A.N., (2023) Nutraceutical Potential of Lentinula edodes’ Spent Mushroom Substrate: A Comprehensive Study on Phenolic Composition, Antioxidant Activity, and Antibacterial Effects Journal of Fungi 9 (1200). ISSN: 2309608X. doi: 10.3390/jof9121200.
Optimization of the Extraction Methodology of Grape Pomace Polyphenols for Food Applications
Moutinho J., Gouvinhas I., Domínguez-Perles R., Barros A., (2023) Optimization of the Extraction Methodology of Grape Pomace Polyphenols for Food Applications Molecules 28 (3885). ISSN: 14203049. doi: 10.3390/molecules28093885.
Potential of Legumes: Nutritional Value, Bioactive Properties, Innovative Food Products, and Application of Eco-friendly Tools for Their Assessment
Carbas B., Machado N., Pathania S., Brites C., Rosa E.A.S., Barros A.I.R.N.A., (2023) Potential of Legumes: Nutritional Value, Bioactive Properties, Innovative Food Products, and Application of Eco-friendly Tools for Their Assessment Food Reviews International 39 :160-188. ISSN: 15256103. doi: 10.1080/87559129.2021.1901292.
Prunus lusitanica L. Fruits: A Promising Underexploited Source of Nutrients with Potential Economic Value
Abraão A., Yu M., Gouvinhas I., Ferreira L., Silva A.M., Domínguez-Perles R., Barros A., (2023) Prunus lusitanica L. Fruits: A Promising Underexploited Source of Nutrients with Potential Economic Value Foods 12 (973). ISSN: 23048158. doi: 10.3390/foods12050973.
Revealing the Beauty Potential of Grape Stems: Harnessing Phenolic Compounds for Cosmetics
Serra M., Casas A., Teixeira J.A., Barros A.N., (2023) Revealing the Beauty Potential of Grape Stems: Harnessing Phenolic Compounds for Cosmetics International Journal of Molecular Sciences 24 (11751). ISSN: 14220067. doi: 10.3390/ijms241411751.
Study on the antineoplastic and toxicological effects of pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) leaf infusion using the K14-HPV16 transgenic mouse model
Yu M., Gouvinhas I., Pires M.J., Neuparth M.J., Costa R.M.G.d., Medeiros R., Bastos M.M.S.M., Vala H., Félix L., Venâncio C., Barros A.I.R.N.A., Oliveira P.A., (2023) Study on the antineoplastic and toxicological effects of pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) leaf infusion using the K14-HPV16 transgenic mouse model Food and Chemical Toxicology 174 (113689). ISSN: 18736351. doi: 10.1016/j.fct.2023.113689.
Unveiling the Potential of Unexplored Winery By-Products from the Dão Region: Phenolic Composition, Antioxidants, and Antimicrobial Properties
Costa C., Campos J., Gouvinhas I., Pinto A.R., Saavedra M.J., Novo Barros A., (2023) Unveiling the Potential of Unexplored Winery By-Products from the Dão Region: Phenolic Composition, Antioxidants, and Antimicrobial Properties Applied Sciences (Switzerland) 13 (10020). ISSN: 20763417. doi: 10.3390/app131810020.
Acorn flour and sourdough: an innovative combination to improve gluten free bread characteristics
Beltrão Martins R., Garzón R., Peres J.A., Barros A.I.R.N.A., Raymundo A., Rosell C.M., (2022) Acorn flour and sourdough: an innovative combination to improve gluten free bread characteristics European Food Research and Technology 248 :1691-1702. ISSN: 14382385. doi: 10.1007/s00217-022-03996-y.
Acorn flour from holm oak (Quercus rotundifolia): Assessment of nutritional, phenolic, and technological profile
Martins R.B., Gouvinhas I., Nunes M.C., Ferreira L.M., Peres J.A., Raymundo A., Barros A.I.R.N.A., (2022) Acorn flour from holm oak (Quercus rotundifolia): Assessment of nutritional, phenolic, and technological profile Current Research in Food Science 5 :2211-2218. ISSN: 26659271. doi: 10.1016/j.crfs.2022.11.003.
Apple Flour in a Sweet Gluten-Free Bread Formulation: Impact on Nutritional Value, Glycemic Index, Structure and Sensory Profile
Beltrão Martins R., Nunes M.C., Gouvinhas I., Ferreira L.M.M., Peres J.A., Barros A.I.R.N.A., Raymundo A., (2022) Apple Flour in a Sweet Gluten-Free Bread Formulation: Impact on Nutritional Value, Glycemic Index, Structure and Sensory Profile Foods 11 (3172). ISSN: 23048158. doi: 10.3390/foods11203172.
Application of Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) techniques in the mid-IR (MIR) and near-IR (NIR) spectroscopy to determine n-alkane and long-chain alcohol contents in plant species and faecal samples
Ferreira L., Machado N., Gouvinhas I., Santos S., Celaya R., Rodrigues M., Barros A., (2022) Application of Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) techniques in the mid-IR (MIR) and near-IR (NIR) spectroscopy to determine n-alkane and long-chain alcohol contents in plant species and faecal samples Spectrochimica Acta - Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy 280 (121544). doi: 10.1016/j.saa.2022.121544.
Beneficial Effects of Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var italica) By-products in Diet-induced Obese Mice
Martins T., Leite R., Matos A.F., Soares J., Pires M.J., de Lurdes Pinto M., Neuparth M.J., Sequeira A.R., Félix L., Venâncio C., Monteiro S.M., Colaço B., Gouvinhas I., Barros A.I., Rosa E., Oliveira P.A., Antunes L.M., (2022) Beneficial Effects of Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var italica) By-products in Diet-induced Obese Mice In Vivo 36 :2173-2185. ISSN: 17917549. doi: 10.21873/invivo.12943.
Biovalorization of Grape Stalks as Animal Feed by Solid State Fermentation Using White-Rot Fungi
Costa-Silva V., Anunciação M., Andrade E., Fernandes L., Costa A., Fraga I., Barros A., Marques G., Ferreira L., Rodrigues M., (2022) Biovalorization of Grape Stalks as Animal Feed by Solid State Fermentation Using White-Rot Fungi Applied Sciences (Switzerland) 12 (6800). ISSN: 20763417. doi: 10.3390/app12136800.
Characterization of bioactive compounds and antioxidant capacity of Portuguese craft beers
Breda C., Barros A.I., Gouvinhas I., (2022) Characterization of bioactive compounds and antioxidant capacity of Portuguese craft beers International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science 27 (100473). ISSN: 18784518. doi: 10.1016/j.ijgfs.2022.100473.
Cowpea Immature Pods and Grains Evaluation: An Opportunity for Different Food Sources
Carvalho M., Carnide V., Sobreira C., Castro I., Coutinho J., Barros A., Rosa E., (2022) Cowpea Immature Pods and Grains Evaluation: An Opportunity for Different Food Sources Plants 11 (2079). ISSN: 22237747. doi: 10.3390/plants11162079.
Effect of a Sub-Chronic Oral Exposure of Broccoli (Brassica oleracea L. Var. Italica) By-Products Flour on the Physiological Parameters of FVB/N Mice: A Pilot Study
Martins T., Oliveira P.A., Pires M.J., Neuparth M.J., Lanzarin G., Félix L., Venâncio C., Pinto M.d.L., Ferreira J., Gaivão I., Barros A.I., Rosa E., Antunes L.M., (2022) Effect of a Sub-Chronic Oral Exposure of Broccoli (Brassica oleracea L. Var. Italica) By-Products Flour on the Physiological Parameters of FVB/N Mice: A Pilot Study Foods 11 (120). ISSN: 23048158. doi: 10.3390/foods11010120.
Food By-Product Valorization by Using Plant-Based Coagulants Combined with AOPs for Agro-Industrial Wastewater Treatment
Martins R.B., Jorge N., Lucas M.S., Raymundo A., Barros A.I.R.N.A., Peres J.A., (2022) Food By-Product Valorization by Using Plant-Based Coagulants Combined with AOPs for Agro-Industrial Wastewater Treatment International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 19 (4134). ISSN: 16604601. doi: 10.3390/ijerph19074134.
Prunus lusitanica L. Fruits as a Novel Source of Bioactive Compounds with Antioxidant Potential: Exploring the Unknown
Abraão A.S., Fernandes N., Silva A.M., Domínguez-Perles R., Barros A., (2022) Prunus lusitanica L. Fruits as a Novel Source of Bioactive Compounds with Antioxidant Potential: Exploring the Unknown Antioxidants 11 (1738). ISSN: 20763921. doi: 10.3390/antiox11091738.
Seed Phytochemical Profiling of Three Olive Cultivars, Antioxidant Capacity, Enzymatic Inhibition, and Effects on Human Neuroblastoma Cells (SH-SY5Y)
Gouvinhas I., Garcia J., Granato D., Barros A., (2022) Seed Phytochemical Profiling of Three Olive Cultivars, Antioxidant Capacity, Enzymatic Inhibition, and Effects on Human Neuroblastoma Cells (SH-SY5Y) Molecules 27 (5057). ISSN: 14203049. doi: 10.3390/molecules27165057.
Uncovering the effects of kaolin on balancing berry phytohormones and quality attributes of Vitis vinifera grown in warm-temperate climate regions
Bernardo S., Dinis L.T., Machado N., Barros A., Pitarch-Bielsa M., Malheiro A.C., Gómez-Cadenas A., Moutinho-Pereira J., (2022) Uncovering the effects of kaolin on balancing berry phytohormones and quality attributes of Vitis vinifera grown in warm-temperate climate regions Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture 102 :782-793. ISSN: 10970010. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.11413.
Assessing the Relationship Between the Phenolic Content and Elemental Composition of Grape (Vitis vinifera L.) Stems
Leal C., Costa C.M., Barros A.I.R.N.A., Gouvinhas I., (2021) Assessing the Relationship Between the Phenolic Content and Elemental Composition of Grape (Vitis vinifera L.) Stems Waste and Biomass Valorization 12 :1313-1325. ISSN: 1877265X. doi: 10.1007/s12649-020-01090-6.
Characterization and discrimination of commercial portuguese beers based on phenolic composition and antioxidant capacity
Gouvinhas I., Breda C., Barros A.I., (2021) Characterization and discrimination of commercial portuguese beers based on phenolic composition and antioxidant capacity Foods 10 (1144). ISSN: 23048158. doi: 10.3390/foods10051144.
Drought stress effect on polyphenolic content and antioxidant capacity of cowpea pods and seeds
Carvalho M., Gouvinhas I., Castro I., Matos M., Rosa E., Carnide V., Barros A., (2021) Drought stress effect on polyphenolic content and antioxidant capacity of cowpea pods and seeds Journal of Agronomy and Crop Science 207 :197-207. ISSN: 1439037X. doi: 10.1111/jac.12454.
Effect of total replacement of the soya bean meal by lupine seeds (L. albus and L. luteus) on performance and digestion characteristics of growing rabbits
Garcia-Santos S., Almeida M., Closson M., Guedes C.M., Barros A., Ferreiraa L.M., Trindade H., Pinheiro V., (2021) Effect of total replacement of the soya bean meal by lupine seeds (L. albus and L. luteus) on performance and digestion characteristics of growing rabbits Animal Feed Science and Technology 278 (114996). doi: 10.1016/j.anifeedsci.2021.114996.
Impact of Technology and School-Based Nutrition Education Programs on Nutrition Knowledge and Behavior During Adolescence—A Systematic Review
Tallon J.M., Saavedra Dias R., Costa A.M., Leitão J.C., Barros A., Rodrigues V., Monteiro M.J., Almeida A., Narciso J., Silva A.J., (2021) Impact of Technology and School-Based Nutrition Education Programs on Nutrition Knowledge and Behavior During Adolescence—A Systematic Review Scandinavian Journal of Educational Research 65 :169-180. ISSN: 14701170. doi: 10.1080/00313831.2019.1659408.
Incorporation of untreated or white-rot fungi treated cowpea stover on performance, digestibility, health and meat quality of growing rabbits
Andrade E., Pinheiro V., Costa-Silva V., Marques G., Alves A., Serra C., Cone J.W., Saavedra M.J., Barros A., Ferreira L., Rodrigues M., (2021) Incorporation of untreated or white-rot fungi treated cowpea stover on performance, digestibility, health and meat quality of growing rabbits Animal Feed Science and Technology 281 (115100). doi: 10.1016/j.anifeedsci.2021.115100.
Kaolin impacts on hormonal balance, polyphenolic composition and oenological parameters in red grapevine berries during ripening
Bernardo S., Dinis L.T., Machado N., Barros A., Pitarch-Bielsa M., Gómez-Cadenas A., Moutinho-Pereira J., (2021) Kaolin impacts on hormonal balance, polyphenolic composition and oenological parameters in red grapevine berries during ripening Journal of Berry Research 11 :465-479. ISSN: 18785123. doi: 10.3233/JBR-210737.
Phytochemical and antioxidant analysis of medicinal and food plants towards bioactive food and pharmaceutical resources
Yu M., Gouvinhas I., Rocha J., Barros A.I.R.N.A., (2021) Phytochemical and antioxidant analysis of medicinal and food plants towards bioactive food and pharmaceutical resources Scientific Reports 11 (10041). ISSN: 20452322. doi: 10.1038/s41598-021-89437-4.
Three in one: The potential of brassica by-products against economic waste, environmental hazard, and metabolic disruption in obesity
Castelão-Baptista J.P., Barros A., Martins T., Rosa E., Sardão V.A., (2021) Three in one: The potential of brassica by-products against economic waste, environmental hazard, and metabolic disruption in obesity Nutrients 13 (4194). ISSN: 20726643. doi: 10.3390/nu13124194.
Variation of the polyphenolic composition and antioxidant capacity of freshly prepared pomegranate leaf infusions over one-day storage
Yu M., Gouvinhas I., Barros A., (2021) Variation of the polyphenolic composition and antioxidant capacity of freshly prepared pomegranate leaf infusions over one-day storage Antioxidants 10 (1187). ISSN: 20763921. doi: 10.3390/antiox10081187.
Acorn flour as a source of bioactive compounds in gluten-free bread
Martins R.B., Gouvinhas I., Nunes M.C., Peres J.A., Raymundo A., Barros A.I.R.N.A., (2020) Acorn flour as a source of bioactive compounds in gluten-free bread Molecules 25 (3568). ISSN: 14203049. doi: 10.3390/molecules25163568.
Assessment of quality parameters and phytochemical content of thirty ‘Tempranillo’ grape clones for varietal improvement in two distinct sub-regions of Douro
Mendes Lemos A., Machado N., Egea-Cortines M., Barros A.I., (2020) Assessment of quality parameters and phytochemical content of thirty ‘Tempranillo’ grape clones for varietal improvement in two distinct sub-regions of Douro Scientia Horticulturae 262 (109096). doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2019.109096.
ATR-MIR spectroscopy as a tool to assist ‘Tempranillo’ clonal selection process: Geographical origin and year of harvest discrimination and oenological parameters prediction
Lemos A.M., Machado N., Egea-Cortines M., Barros A.I., (2020) ATR-MIR spectroscopy as a tool to assist ‘Tempranillo’ clonal selection process: Geographical origin and year of harvest discrimination and oenological parameters prediction Food Chemistry 325 (126938). ISSN: 18737072. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2020.126938.
Comparison of near-infrared (NIR) and mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy for the determination of nutritional and antinutritional parameters in common beans
Carbas B., Machado N., Oppolzer D., Ferreira L., Brites C., Rosa E.A.S., Barros A.I.R.N.A., (2020) Comparison of near-infrared (NIR) and mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy for the determination of nutritional and antinutritional parameters in common beans Food Chemistry 306 (125509). ISSN: 18737072. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2019.125509.
Efeito de práticas agronómicas inovadoras nas características nutricionais e fitoquímicas de produtos e sub-produtos de amendoeira (Prunis amygdalus L.).
Prgomet, Iva; Silva, Ana Paula; Ribeiro, António Castro; Pascual-Seva, Núria; Gonçalves, Berta; Barros, Ana Novo (2020) Efeito de práticas agronómicas inovadoras nas características nutricionais e fitoquímicas de produtos e sub-produtos de amendoeira (Prunis amygdalus L.). Voz do Campo Maio :54-56.
Effect of extraction method and solvent system on the phenolic content and antioxidant activity of selected macro- and microalgae extracts
Monteiro M., Santos R.A., Iglesias P., Couto A., Serra C.R., Gouvinhas I., Barros A., Oliva-Teles A., Enes P., Díaz-Rosales P., (2020) Effect of extraction method and solvent system on the phenolic content and antioxidant activity of selected macro- and microalgae extracts Journal of Applied Phycology 32 :349-362. ISSN: 15735176. doi: 10.1007/s10811-019-01927-1.
Enhanced phytochemical composition and biological activities of grape (Vitis vinifera L.) Stems growing in low altitude regions
Gouvinhas I., Pinto R., Santos R., Saavedra M.J., Barros A.I., (2020) Enhanced phytochemical composition and biological activities of grape (Vitis vinifera L.) Stems growing in low altitude regions Scientia Horticulturae 265 (109248). doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2020.109248.
Impact of acorn flour on gluten-free dough rheology properties
Martins R.B., Nunes M.C., Ferreira L.M.M., Peres J.A., Barros A.I.R.N.A., Raymundo A., (2020) Impact of acorn flour on gluten-free dough rheology properties Foods 9 (foods9050560). ISSN: 23048158. doi: 10.3390/foods9050560.
Nutrients, antinutrients, phenolic composition, and antioxidant activity of common bean cultivars and their potential for food applications
Carbas B., Machado N., Oppolzer D., Ferreira L., Queiroz M., Brites C., Rosa E.A.S., Barros A.I.R.N.A., (2020) Nutrients, antinutrients, phenolic composition, and antioxidant activity of common bean cultivars and their potential for food applications Antioxidants 9 (186). ISSN: 20763921. doi: 10.3390/antiox9020186.
Nutriproteomics survey of sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa Miller) genetic resources in Portugal
Ribeiro M., Freitas M., Domínguez-Perles R., Barros A.I.R.N.A., Ferreira-Cardoso J., Igrejas G., (2020) Nutriproteomics survey of sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa Miller) genetic resources in Portugal Food Bioscience 36 (100622). ISSN: 22124306. doi: 10.1016/j.fbio.2020.100622.
Physiological and biochemical performance of almond trees under deficit irrigation
Prgomet I., Pascual-Seva N., Morais M.C., Aires A., Barreales D., Castro Ribeiro A., Silva A.P., I.R.N.A. Barros A., Gonçalves B., (2020) Physiological and biochemical performance of almond trees under deficit irrigation Scientia Horticulturae 261 (108990). doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2019.108990.
Pilot evaluation of an interactive multimedia platform to provide nutrition education to Portuguese adolescents.
Tallon, José M.; Dias, Raquel S.; Costa, Aldo M.; Narciso, Janine; Barros, Ana; Silva, António J. (2020) Pilot evaluation of an interactive multimedia platform to provide nutrition education to Portuguese adolescents. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH 30 (2) :353-357. doi: 10.1093/eurpub/ckz231. (Impact factor, Quartile: 2.319, Q2).
Potential application of grape (Vitis vinifera L.) stem extracts in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries: Valorization of a by-product
Leal C., Gouvinhas I., Santos R.A., Rosa E., Silva A.M., Saavedra M.J., Barros A.I.R.N.A., (2020) Potential application of grape (Vitis vinifera L.) stem extracts in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries: Valorization of a by-product Industrial Crops and Products 154 (112675). doi: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2020.112675.
Prediction of Phytochemical Composition, In Vitro Antioxidant Activity and Individual Phenolic Compounds of Common Beans Using MIR and NIR Spectroscopy
Carbas B., Machado N., Oppolzer D., Queiroz M., Brites C., Rosa E.A.S., Barros A.I.R.N.A., (2020) Prediction of Phytochemical Composition, In Vitro Antioxidant Activity and Individual Phenolic Compounds of Common Beans Using MIR and NIR Spectroscopy Food and Bioprocess Technology 13 :962-977. ISSN: 19355149. doi: 10.1007/s11947-020-02457-2.
Recovery of bioactive compounds from white grape (Vitis vinifera L.) stems as potential antimicrobial agents for human health
Leal C., Santos R.A., Pinto R., Queiroz M., Rodrigues M., José Saavedra M., Barros A., Gouvinhas I., (2020) Recovery of bioactive compounds from white grape (Vitis vinifera L.) stems as potential antimicrobial agents for human health Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences 27 :1009-1015. doi: 10.1016/j.sjbs.2020.02.013.
The effect of school intervention programs on the body mass index of adolescents: A systematic review with meta-analysis
Dias R.S., Barros A.N., Silva A.J., Leitaõ J.C., Narciso J., Costa A.M., Tallon J.M., (2020) The effect of school intervention programs on the body mass index of adolescents: A systematic review with meta-analysis Health Education Research 35 :396-406. ISSN: 14653648. doi: 10.1093/HER/CYAA021.
A Box-Behnken Design for Optimal Extraction of Phenolics from Almond By-products
Prgomet I., Gonçalves B., Domínguez-Perles R., Pascual-Seva N., Barros A.I.R.N.A., (2019) A Box-Behnken Design for Optimal Extraction of Phenolics from Almond By-products Food Analytical Methods 12 :2009-2024. ISSN: 1936976X. doi: 10.1007/s12161-019-01540-5.
Avaliação da composição química e dos parâmetros de qualidade de azeites enriquecidos com diferentes concentrações de cálcio.
Costa, M.; Gouvinhas, I.; Carvalho, T.; Matos, C.; Barros, A. (2019) Avaliação da composição química e dos parâmetros de qualidade de azeites enriquecidos com diferentes concentrações de cálcio. Guia Azeites de Portugal 2019 :86-87. URL: https://pt.calameo.com/read/000597853791f59992a59.
Effects of calcium and growth regulators on sweet cherry (Prunus avium L.) quality and sensory attributes at harvest
Correia S., Queirós F., Ribeiro C., Vilela A., Aires A., Barros A.I., Schouten R., Silva A.P., Gonçalves B., (2019) Effects of calcium and growth regulators on sweet cherry (Prunus avium L.) quality and sensory attributes at harvest Scientia Horticulturae 248 :231-240. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2019.01.024.
Evaluation of the phytochemistry and biological activity of grape (Vitis vinifera L.) stems: towards a sustainable winery industry.
Gouvinhas, I.; Queiroz, M.; Rodrigues, M.; Barros, A. (2019) Evaluation of the phytochemistry and biological activity of grape (Vitis vinifera L.) stems: towards a sustainable winery industry. In, Watson, R.(Ed.), Polyphenols in Plants, 2nd edition. Chapter 23 :381-394. ISBN: 978-0-12-813768-0. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-12-813768-0.00023-2.
Impact of colletotrichum acutatum pathogen on olive phenylpropanoid metabolism
Gouvinhas I., Martins-Lopes P., Carvalho T., Barros A., Gomes S., (2019) Impact of colletotrichum acutatum pathogen on olive phenylpropanoid metabolism Agriculture (Switzerland) 9 (173). ISSN: 20770472. doi: 10.3390/agriculture9080173.
Impact of cooking method on phenolic composition and antioxidant potential of four varieties of Phaseolus vulgaris L. and Glycine max L.
Teixeira-Guedes C.I., Oppolzer D., Barros A.I., Pereira-Wilson C., (2019) Impact of cooking method on phenolic composition and antioxidant potential of four varieties of Phaseolus vulgaris L. and Glycine max L. LWT 103 :238-246. doi: 10.1016/j.lwt.2019.01.010.
Irrigation deficit turns almond by-products into a valuable source of antimicrobial (poly)phenols
Prgomet I., Gonçalves B., Domínguez-Perles R., Santos R., Saavedra M.J., Aires A., Pascual-Seva N., Barros A., (2019) Irrigation deficit turns almond by-products into a valuable source of antimicrobial (poly)phenols Industrial Crops and Products 132 :186-196. doi: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2019.02.024.
O pão de bolota e urtiga.
Beltrão-Martins, Rita; Nunes, MC; Gouvinhas; Irene, Peres, José Alcides; Raymundo, Anabela; Barros, Ana (2019) O pão de bolota e urtiga. Revista Agri 7 :22-23.
Phenolic rich extracts from cowpea sprouts decrease cell proliferation and enhance 5-fluorouracil effect in human colorectal cancer cell lines
Teixeira-Guedes C.I., Oppolzer D., Barros A.I., Pereira-Wilson C., (2019) Phenolic rich extracts from cowpea sprouts decrease cell proliferation and enhance 5-fluorouracil effect in human colorectal cancer cell lines Journal of Functional Foods 60 (103452). doi: 10.1016/j.jff.2019.103452.
Residual agroforestry biomass-thermochemical properties
Enes T., Aranha J., Fonseca T., Matos C., Barros A., Lousada J., (2019) Residual agroforestry biomass-thermochemical properties Forests 10 (1072). ISSN: 19994907. doi: 10.3390/F10121072.
Kaolin and salicylic acid foliar application modulate yield, quality and phytochemical composition of olive pulp and oil from rainfed trees.
Brito, Catia; Dinis, Lia-Tania; Silva, Ermelinda; Goncalves, Alexandre; Matos, Carlos; Rodrigues, Manuel A.; Moutinho-Pereira, Jose; Barros, Ana; Correia, Carlos (2018) Kaolin and salicylic acid foliar application modulate yield, quality and phytochemical composition of olive pulp and oil from rainfed trees. Scientia Horticulturae 237 :176-183. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2018.04.019. (Impact factor, Quartile: 1.76, Q1).
Monitoring the antioxidant and antimicrobial power of grape (Vitis vinifera L.) stems phenolics over long-term storage.
Gouvinhas, Irene; Santos, Rafaela A.; Queiroz, M.; Leal, Carla; Saavedra, Maria José; Domínguez-Perles, Raul; Rodrigues, Miguel; Barros, Ana I.R.N.A. (2018) Monitoring the antioxidant and antimicrobial power of grape (Vitis vinifera L.) stems phenolics over long-term storage. INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS 126 :83-91. doi: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2018.10.006. (Impact factor, Quartile: 3.849, Q1).
The quality of leguminous vegetables as influenced by preharvest factors.
Ntatsi, G.; Egea M.; Karapanosa, L.; Barros, A.; Weiss, J.; Balliu, A.; Rosa, E.; Savvas, D. (2018) The quality of leguminous vegetables as influenced by preharvest factors. Scientia Horticulturae 232 :191-205. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2017.12.058. (Impact factor, Quartile: 1.76, Q1).
Valorização do azeite como potencial nutracêutico.
Barros, Ana; Gouvinhas, Irene (2018) Valorização do azeite como potencial nutracêutico. Guia Azeites de Portugal 2018 :90. URL: https://pt.calameo.com/read/000597853be75e6fd612a.
Critical Review on the Significance of Olive Phytochemicals in Plant Physiology and Human Health.
Gouvinhas, I, Machado, N, Sobreira, C, Dominguez-Perles, R, Gomes, S, Rosa, E, Barros, AIRNA (2017) Critical Review on the Significance of Olive Phytochemicals in Plant Physiology and Human Health. Molecules 22 :1986. ISSN: 1420-3049. doi: 10.3390/molecules22111986. (Impact factor, Quartile: 2.861, Q2).

Projects

REGADOURO
Running

UTAD/CITAB Coordinator  /  Ana Barros
Start date  /  2023/07 Funding  /  La Caixa - PROMOVE 2023

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WASTELESS - Waste Quantification Solutions to Limit Environmental Stress
Running

Coordinator  /  Ana Barros
Start date  /  2023/01 Funding  /  European Commission - Horizon Europe Reference  /  Grant Agreement n.º 101084222

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VIIAFOOD - Platform for the Agri-Food valorisation, industrialization and Commercial Innovation
Running

UTAD/CITAB Coordinator  /  Ana Barros
Start date  /  2021/10 Funding  /  IAPMEI - PRR - Recovery and Resilience Plan / Mobilising Agendas Reference  /  C64492945600000040

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Fungi4Health - Valorization of agro-industrial residues in the production of mushrooms and in the development of functional foods and value-added products (NORTE-01-0247-FEDER-070171)
Running

Coordinator  /  Ricardo Fernando de Sousa Moreira UTAD/CITAB Coordinator  /  Guilhermina Marques
Start date  /  2021/01 Funding  /  ANI - Agência Nacional de Inovação - NORTE 2020 Reference  /  NORTE-01-0247-FEDER-070171

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INTEGRAPE - Data integration to maximize the power of omics for grapevine improvement
Running

Coordinator  /  Mario Pezzotti UTAD/CITAB Coordinator  /  Ana Barros
Start date  /  2018/09 Funding  /  European Commission - H2020 - COST Action Reference  /  COST Action CA17111

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SoilRec4+Health - Soil recover for a healthy food and quality of life (NORTE-01-0145-FEDER-000083)
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Ana Barros
Start date  /  2021/04 Funding  /  NORTE2020 - PROJETOS ESTRUTURADOS DE I&D&I Reference  /  NORTE-01-0145-FEDER-000083

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cLabel+: Innovative natural, nutritious and consumer-oriented "clean label" foods
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Sumol+Compal Marcas SA UTAD/CITAB Coordinator  /  Ana Barros
Start date  /  2020/06 Funding  /  COMPETE - POCI Reference  /  POCI-01-0247-FEDER-046080

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VALORIZEBYPRODUCTS: Preclinical efficacy of sulforaphane or Brassica whole extract: a strategy to fight obesity and valorize Brassica byproduct
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Eduardo Rosa
Start date  /  2018/06 Funding  /  FCT/FEDER Reference  /  POCI-01-0145-FEDER-029152

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BRESOV - Breeding for Resilient, Efficient and Sustainable Organic Vegetable production [GA 774244]
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Ferdinando Branca UTAD/CITAB Coordinator  /  Eduardo Rosa
Start date  /  2018/05 Funding  /  European Commission - H2020 - SFS-2017-2 Reference  /  H2020-SFS-2017-2; GA 774244

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TEAMING - Promoting Agri-food and Forestry Stakeholder Engagement for Knowledge Transfer and SMARTAgriFor partnerships
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Eduardo Rosa
Start date  /  2016/06 Funding  /  N2020 - CCDR-N Reference  /  NORTE-01-0246-FEDER-000023

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Turbo-Sudoe - Development, validation and demonstration of a model based on a network of 'TRansference BrOkers' for a direct technology transference between R&D centres and companies in the SUDOE territory
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Rubén Gallo UTAD/CITAB Coordinator  /  Eduardo Rosa
Start date  /  2016/06 Funding  /  Interreg SUDOE Reference  /  SOE1/P1/E0136

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INTERACT - Integrative Research in Environment, Agro-Chains and Technology
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Rui Cortes
Start date  /  2016/05 Funding  /  NORTE2020 Reference  /  NORTE-01-0145-FEDER-000017

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IBERPHENOL- Cooperative research network in the field of polyphenols and their industrial applications (INTERREG 0377_Iberphenol_6_E)
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Julián Rivas Gonzal UTAD/CITAB Coordinator  /  Eduardo Rosa
Start date  /  2015/10 Funding  /  INTERREG - POCTEP (Spain - Portugal) Reference  /  INTERREG 0377_Iberphenol_6_E

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SMARTAgriFor - Collaboration to develop a business plan for the Centre of Agriculture and Forestry
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Eduardo Maldonado UTAD/CITAB Coordinator  /  Eduardo Rosa
Start date  /  2015/06 Funding  /  European Commission - H2020 - WIDESPREAD-2014-1 Reference  /  H2020 - WIDESPREAD-2014-1 GA 664599

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Application of grape (Vitis vinifera L.) stems for livestock feed: Evaluation of nutritional, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activity in vivo
Concluded

Start date  /  2015/01 Funding  /  H2020 Reference  /  SEP-210160493

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EUROLEGUME - Enhancing of legumes growing in Europe through sustainable cropping for protein supply for food and feed [GA 613781]
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Eduardo Rosa
Start date  /  2014/01 Funding  /  European Commission - FP7 - KBBE.2013.1.2-02 Reference  /  EUROLEGUME - FP7-KBBE-2013-GA613781

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INNOFOOD - INNOVation in the FOOD sector through the valorization of food and agro-food by-products
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Ana Barros
Start date  /  2014/01 Reference  /  NORTE-07-0124-FEDER-0000029

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WineBioCode - Biosensor Development for Wine Traceability in the Douro Region
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Paula Lopes UTAD/CITAB Coordinator  /  Ana Barros
Start date  /  2012/03 Funding  /  FCT Reference  /  PTDC/AGR-ALI/117341/2010

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NutriDouro: Frutas confitadas e compotas saudáveis, o sabor tradicional
Concluded

Coordinator  /  Dr. Pilar Santos (Douromel) Start date  /  2010/06 Funding  /  QREN-Copromoção Reference  /  13111

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