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The article presents the discussion on developing spray drying process for high value milk protein. Topics include developing sustainable processes for specialist dairy products including goat and sheep milk products, organic milk and dairy powders; and developing and fine-tune a commercial process for building a production plant for spray-dried lactoferrin. INSET: The plus points for spray dried lactoferrin ....

Lactoferrin, a member of the transferrin family, is a multifunctional protein which is present apart from milk in many cells and body fluids. The well-known direct effects against bacteria, virus and fungi are assisted by modulation of the immune system and the iron metabolism. Previous knowledge and analogous results allow experiments for the use of lactoferrin for prophylaxis and therapy of COVID-19. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the understanding for the technological advancements in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of dry eye disease. Topics discussed include the revelation in the Beaver Dam Offspring Study (BOSS), the antimicrobial functions of the lysozyme and lactoferrin, and the secretion of lipids by the meibomian glands.

The article informs about Fi and Hi Europe return as life events co-located in Frankfurt, Germany, as both trade shows for most important ingredients event will be open from November 30 to December 2, 2021 to international visitors. Topics include evolution of bioactives shaping sports nutrition; and sports nutrition is evolving at as reported by global solutions provider Glanbia Nutritionals, with active and healthy nutrition market is increasingly catering to a mass consumer audience.

The article discusses the functions of the tear film. Topics covered include the layers of the tear film, namely the lipid, aqueous and innermost layers, the common microorganisms of the ocular surface and the antimicrobial substances and proteins in the tear film, including the lysozyme, lactoferin and lipocalin.

The article offers information on several diagnostic techniques involved in diagnosis of several eye related diseases and abnormalities. Topics discussed include use of rapid test for adenovirus as a measure for diagnosing viral conjunctivitis, use of Schirmer's strips and ocular surface staining as a measure for testing dry eyes and assessment of the tear components including pro-inflammatory cytokines, metalloproteinases and lactoferrin.

The article offers information on the TearScan MicroAssay System, advanced tear diagnostic platform for dry eye or ocular allergy diagnosis. The device tests and analyzes tear film biomarkers, measuring lactoferrin and IgE concentration in a patient's tear film to clinically determine dry eye conditions. Discussed are microassay test procedures and the related Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulation.

The article evaluates the Tear Microassay System from Advanced Tear Diagnostics which measures the amount of protein lactoferrin on a patient's ocular surface.

Presents news briefs on ophthalmology in the U.S. as of April 2002. Discount on prescription drugs offered by Novartis Ophthalmics to U.S. citizens who lack drug coverage; Test to measure lactoferrin levels preoperatively in a patient's tears; Increase in the number of visitors to the AllAboutVision Web site.

Reports that the placement of silicone punctal plugs immediately after laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) may cause a positive feedback to the lacrimal gland, resulting in a rapid increase in tear lactoferrin (LCTF) levels. Evaluation of preoperative baseline tear LCTF levels of patients undergoing bilateral LASIK; Information on lactoferrin; Consequences of deficiencies in tear chemistry.

The article discusses the effects of contact lense materials and multi purpose solutions (MPS) on corneal dendritic immune cells. The author focuses on the effects of silicone hydrogel, lactoferrin, and lysozyme. The author describes a healthy cornea and the changes in it after a corneal infiltrative event (CIE) occurs. Also mentioned are the advantages of confocal microscopy.

The article discusses the effects of tear proteins such as lysozyme, lactoferrin and albumin on eyes of persons using contact lenses. She emphasized that proteins are subject to denaturation which can stimulate an immunological response and can develop complications like giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC) due to hydrophobicity and ionicity content. On the other hand, she explained that surface active agents can emulsify and remove dirt, mucus and lipid debris and ionic displacement cleaners.

The article reports on the results of a study which examined the prevention of bacterial adhesion to novel silicone hydrogel (SiH) contact lens materials with lactoferrin and lysozyme coatings, presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Optometry. Findings from initial experiments revealed that uncoated SiH lens materials bind more bacteria than an uncoated FDA group IV conventional hydrogel lens materials. Investigators also found that two proteins coatings modulate bacterial binding to the SiH lens materials.

The article discusses research being done on porcine protein lactoferrin. It references a study by Winston Cheng and colleagues, published in the June 13, 2007 issue of the "Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry." The study used lactoferrin to create a hybrid gene to promote lactoferrin secretion in transgenic mice. It concluded that mice fed with enriched milk grew quicker than those fed on ordinary milk.

The article reports that Biosyntrx Inc. was awarded a U.S. patent for its BioTears Oral GelCaps dry eye formulation. Clinical studies suggest that the nutrients in the BioTears oral formulation control inflammation associated with dry eye syndrome. The nutrients also increase the level of tear lactoferrin, an iron-binding protein that inhibits viral, bacterial and fungal growth on the ocular surface.

Discusses the findings of a study by ophthalmologist Frank A. Bucci Jr. on the effects of pre-LASIK treatment with a source of omega fatty acids in patients undergoing simultaneous bilateral surgery. Prevention of a reduction in tear lactoferrin that occurs following the LASIK-induced creation of a neurotrophic cornea; Anecdotal reports. INSET: Take-Home Message.

Focuses on the prevention of bacteria from biofilm formation using an iron-chelating glycoprotein called lactoferrin. Limitation of bacterial growth by sequestering iron; Effect of lactoferrin concentration on the cells of the bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa; Protection of the destruction of bacteria by antibiotics.