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Adela Mariana Pintea

Professor - UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA

Teaching staff

ResearcherID: C-4521-2011

Expertise & keywords

Functional collaboration model between public research organisations and the private sector for high-level scientific and technological services in the bio economy field Call name: P 1 - SP 1.2 - Proiecte complexe realizate in consorții CDI
PN-III-P1-1.2-PCCDI-2017-0056 2018 - 2021

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA (RO); STATIUNEA DE CERCETARE -DEZVOLTARE AGRICOLA TURDA (RO); UNIVERSITATEA BABES BOLYAI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA TEHNICA DIN CLUJ - NAPOCA (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA (RO)

Project website: https://sweetconomy.com

Abstract:

The aim of the project is to develop a functional collaboration model between public research organizations and the economic environment in order to provide high-level scientific and technological services in the field of bioeconomics. The objectives of the project are: O1: Creation of a consortium between public research organizations (USAMV, SCDA TURDA, UBB, UTCN) and the economic environment; O2: Increasing institutional capacity through scientific and technological services, through human resources expertise to improve institutional performance; O3: Increasing the institutional capacity to capitalize on the results of the research, by the functioning of the technological transfer component to the economic environment, by publishing and invention patents; O4: Reduction of 30% sugar addition in fermented foods and obtaining a consortium of atomized lactic bacteria. These general objectives are based on the following scientific objectives: Os1: Cultivation of 3 soybean varieties in 3 systems of soil cultivation and characterization of soybean chemical profile; Os2: Evaluation of the toxicological impact of nanoparticles in soybean and the development of a biosensor to identify titanium, zinc and gold nanoparticles accumulated in the plant and grain; Os3: Selection of lactic bacteria and optimization of fermentative processes on soybean and wheat substrate, by mathematical modeling, for the production of polyols to reduce sugar addition in food; Os4: Microinjection of the consortium of lactic bacteria by atomization, envelope aseptic packaging for industrialization; Os5: Educational program on nutrition with soy products, based in the community.The main impact of this proposal is reflected by the creation of new jobs for researchers, sustainable and after the completion of the project, by expertise the human resources and by training the young researchers in modern techniques for the re-launch of SCDA Turda.

Development of advanced platforms for the analysis and modeling of complex biological systems Call name: P 1 - SP 1.2 - Proiecte complexe realizate in consorții CDI
PN-III-P1-1.2-PCCDI-2017-0046 2018 - 2021

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU ELECTROCHIMIE SI MATERIE CONDENSATA - INCEMC TIMISOARA

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU ELECTROCHIMIE SI MATERIE CONDENSATA - INCEMC TIMISOARA (RO); INSTITUTUL DE BIOCHIMIE (RO); UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE CHIMICO - FARMACEUTICA - I.C.C.F. BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA (RO)

Project website: https://www.incemc.ro/index.php?page=AZ/PN-III-P1-1.2-PCCDI-2017-0046.html

Abstract:

The complex project 'Development of advanced platforms for the analysis and modeling of complex biological systems' (TEHNOBIOSIST) coordinated by INCEMC Timisoara, in collaboration with IBAR Bucuresti, USAMV Cluj-Napoca and ICCF Bucuresti consists of 3 projects with the following objectives: 1. designing and functionalization of a bioanalytical platform in multiplex system for microfluidics-mass spectrometry coupling and its applications in modern glycoproteomics; 2. development of proteomic methods employing microfluidic and bioinformatic technologies for pharmacological assays; 3. implementation of these advanced systems for authenticity and quality assessment of Romanian vegetal oils.
The platforms designed within TEHNOBIOSIST will provide a major technical-economical and bioeconomical input derived from: i) complete automatization; ii) reducing the working time, sample consumption and analysis costs; iii) increase in the reproducibility, sensitivity of the experiment and accuracy of generated data; iv) development and updating of the existing databases with the newly identified biomarkers.
By the foreseen results, TEHNOBIOSIST has a marked bioeconomical impact: innovation in the analytical field which will enhance a thorough study of complex biological systems; hiring of young researchers; reorganization of R&D national system on modern and high performance bases; innovation, development and upgrading of the research infrastructure existing at the institutions involved in the project and last, but not least, providing (after patenting/publication) the pharmaceutical companies, the analytical system producers, bioclinical laboratories and the economical agents in charge with the control of food product quality with new and efficient techniques, optimized for a broad range of analyses and of new scientific results based on which they can focus their activity, their own research and production in the sense of improving the quality of life and products in Romania.

Development of a prophylaxis program for coccidiosis control based on the use of Artemisia annua in chickens Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0274 2013 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA (RO); SOCIETATEA NATIONALA "INSTITUTUL PASTEUR" S.A. (RO); STATIUNEA DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU CRESTEREA BOVINELOR TARGU MURES (RO); OPREA AVI COM SRL (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA (RO)

Project website: http://www.artcoc.ro

Abstract:

Coccidiosis remains one of the most economically important diseases in poultry industry. Control of coccidiosis has focused on prophylaxis with anticoccidial drugs in feed. Their extensive use has inevitably led to the development of drug resistance. The conclusion of the report in 2008 from Commision to the European Parliament was that at the present time, the use of coccidiostats as a preventive measure for the control of coccidiosis is essential, but the Commision stated that the European Commission will continue to monitor the development of new substances and techniques for the prevention. In this context through the proposed project we intend to evaluate the anticoccidial activity of an herbal product, Artemisia annua, as an effort in the development of alternative strategies of coccidiosis control and prevention. Thus, controlled battery experiments, floor pen and field trials will be done during 36 months. All the trials, except the field trial, will be done with single and mixed infections with E acervulina, E tenella and E maxima, Houghton strains.
The safety for the chicken, the activity on the immune system and microbial flora and A annua toxicity will be investigated. One of the partners will crop A annua in order to ensure the product for experiments and for field trial. The expected results of the project is to obtain a natural (herbal) product based on A annua with anti-coccidial activity (patent). Project shows promise in promoting the EU directives of reducing the chemical and pharmaceutical substances. However, its objective EU requirements are fulfilled in the field of food safety making available to poultry farmers a modern alternative for coccidiosis prophylaxis according to European legislation to coccidiostatics. The increase of Romanian researchers international visibility by article publishing and international conferences participations will be one of the desirable, collateral results.

Effect of esterification on the stability and antioxidant capacity of xanthophylls – from model systems to food systems Call name: Exploratory Research Projects - PCE-2011 call
PN-II-ID-PCE-2011-3-0721 2011 - 2016

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: Universitatea de Stiinte Agricole si Medicina Veterinara Cluj-Napoca

Project partners: Universitatea de Stiinte Agricole si Medicina Veterinara Cluj-Napoca (RO)

Affiliation: Universitatea de Stiinte Agricole si Medicina Veterinara Cluj-Napoca (RO)

Project website: http://www.usamvcluj.ro/cercetare/CAROSTAB

Abstract:

The stability of carotenoids in food is affected by three major factors: light, temperature, and concentration of oxygen. Thermal treatment and light exposure induce variable losses of carotenoids, depending on their severity and length, but also on their chemical structure. They also lead to the formation of degradation products and isomers, with different colours and different biological properties. Studies pointing out the stability of xanthophyll esters (CE) are relatively scarce and the results are contradictory. The aim of this project is to evaluate the thermal and photochemical stability of carotenol esters, as well as the influence of esterification on the antioxidant activity of β-cryptoxanthin (BCR) and zeaxanthin (ZEA. Both pigments are bioactive compounds, with known beneficial effects on human health. The approach of this research is based on gradual acquisition of knowledge from the results obtained for single components (BCR and ZEA esters with different fatty acids) to the investigation of complex food matrices rich in carotenol esters (sea buckthorn and apricot. In order to accomplish this integrative approach, modern techniques will be used – LC/MS and GC/MS. The knowledge gain will improve the understanding of mechanisms of thermal and photochemical degradation of CE and could bring valuable information about the optimal conditions for storage and processing of plant derived food, in order to increase their nutritional value.

Evaluation of potential antioxidant effect of some natural compounds (carotenoids and polyphenols) in cultured RPE cells Call name:
PNCD II Idei ID_854 2007 - 2010

Role in this project: Project coordinator

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA DE STIINTE AGRICOLE SI MEDICINA VETERINARA CLUJ-NAPOCA (RO)

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Biodiversity conservation and characterization of genetic resources in apple in the context of their storage in gene banks Call name:
PNCDI 2 51-067/2007 2007 - 2010

Role in this project: Partner team leader

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL DE CERCETARI BIOLOGICE CLUJ FILIALA A INCDSB BUCURESTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL DE CERCETARI BIOLOGICE CLUJ FILIALA A INCDSB BUCURESTI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA BABES BOLYAI (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL DE CERCETARI BIOLOGICE CLUJ FILIALA A INCDSB BUCURESTI (RO)

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