Exploring the Benefits of Thymus pannonicus Extraction
Author Information
Author(s): Simić Siniša, Vidović Senka, Jokić Stela, Milić Nataša, Aladić Krunoslav, Maksimović Zoran, Drljača Lero Jovana, Gavarić Aleksandra
Primary Institution: Faculty of Technology Novi Sad, University of Novi Sad
Hypothesis
What is the efficacy of supercritical CO2 extraction of Thymus pannonicus with and without pre-treatments?
Conclusion
The study found that enzymatic pre-treatment significantly increased the extraction yield and bioactive compound concentration of Thymus pannonicus.
Supporting Evidence
- The highest extraction yield was achieved at 150 bar and 40 °C.
- Enzymatic pre-treatment increased extraction yield by 14.65%.
- GC-MS analysis identified key bioactive compounds such as (E)-citral and (Z)-citral.
Takeaway
This study looked at how to get the best extracts from a plant called Thymus pannonicus using special methods, and found that using enzymes helped get more good stuff out of the plant.
Methodology
Supercritical CO2 extraction was applied with varying pressures and pre-treatments, followed by GC-MS analysis to assess bioactive compounds.
Limitations
The study primarily focused on a specific chemotype of Thymus pannonicus and may not represent other chemotypes.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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