Hermanto, Feri Eko
Department Of Biology, Faculty Of Mathematics And Natural Sciences, Brawijaya University, Indonesia; Science Bridge Indonesia, Department Of Biology, Faculty Of Mathematics And Natural Sciences, Brawijaya University, Indonesia

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Daruju (Acanthus ilicifolius L.) May Exhibit Anti-Breast Cancer Activity Through Inhibition of Proliferation Regulators: A Computational Study: Daruju (Acanthus ilicifolius L.) as Anti-Breast Cancer Agent Rosyadah, Nuraini; Kamila, Fairuz Sarah; Hermanto, Feri Eko; Widyananda, Muhammad Hermawan; Grahadi, Rahmat; Dwijayanti, Dinia Rizqi; Widodo, Nashi; Ulfa, Siti Mariyah
Journal of Tropical Life Science Vol. 15 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Journal of Tropical Life Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11594/

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Breast cancer's increasing prevalence globally underscores the urgent need for effective and gentle therapies, positioning the exploration of herbal remedies as a critical pursuit. Daruju (Acanthus ilicifolius L.) emerges as a compelling candidate due to its inherent bioactive components. This research pioneers the application of advanced computational techniques to unveil the latent anti-breast cancer potential within A. ilicifolius. Our in-silico investigation commenced by cataloging A. ilicifolius compounds using the KNApSAcK database and existing literature. These compounds underwent rigorous screening for drug-like characteristics via SWISS-ADME and potential biological activity using PASS ONLINE. Protein targets relevant to breast cancer were predicted through SWISS Target and the STRING database, integrated with Cytoscape for network visualization. Molecular docking, performed with PyRx 0.8, assessed the binding strength between the identified compounds and target proteins, with the most promising interactions selected for further scrutiny. The stability of these crucial interactions was then evaluated through molecular dynamics simulations using YASARA. This comprehensive computational strategy aims to pinpoint potential anti-breast cancer agents derived from A. ilicifolius. Initial analysis of 17 compounds from A. ilicifolius, based on chromatography, databases, and prior studies, narrowed down to five that adhered to Lipinski’s Rule of Five for drug-likeness: 4-O-beta-D-glucosyl-4-coumaric acid, (-)-lyoniresinol, α-amyrin, adenosine, and p-coumaric acid. These compounds were predicted to directly interact with key breast cancer-related proteins across pathways like estrogen signaling, JAK/STAT, and PI3K/AKT. Notably, molecular docking revealed strong binding affinities for α-amyrin with CDK4, ER, and EGFR (-7.5 kcal/mol, -9.5 kcal/mol, and -8.7 kcal/mol, respectively), comparable to known inhibitors. Molecular dynamics simulations further corroborated the stability of these complexes, analyzing RMSD and binding affinity parameters. Consequently, α-amyrin stands out as a promising anti-breast cancer agent within A. ilicifolius, exhibiting potential to inhibit proteins crucial for breast cancer cell proliferation and survival, including CDK4, ER, and EGFR.
Optimizing Rambak Cracker Production: Evaluating the Influence of Different Drying Methods on Protein, Fat, and Organoleptic Properties Amertaningtyas, Dedes; Sintiya; Kalle, Amalia Dzulhaj Mutia; Abdilah, Riki; Evanuarini, Herly; Widyastuti, Eny Sri; Hermanto, Feri Eko; Saleha, Rischa Amalia
Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Peternakan Vol. 34 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
Publisher : Faculty of Animal Science, Universitas Brawijaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/ub.jiip.2024.034.02.6

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Rambak crackers are made from cattle hides through the process of cleaning, threshing the hair and boiling. The research objective was to determine the physicochemical qualities of fresh cowhide, boiled cowhide, dried rambak crackers (krecek) and fried rambak crackers from 3 drying methods, namely, sun (M), oven (O), and sun oven (MO) drying methods. The material used was local cowhides from the slaughterhouse in Malang city. This experimental and counting method used a randomized block design with 3 treatments and 6 replications. The descriptive results showed that the average protein content in fresh cowhide, cecek and krecek was 36.18-84.97%, and the average ash content was 0.14-0.32%. The experimental results revealed k values of 170.40-217.54%, moisture contents of 16.55-18.22%, Aw values of 0.68-0.73, L values of 37.56-38.83, a* values of 0.58-1.26, and b* values of 6-6.98. The average fat content of the fried rambak crackers after sun, oven and sun oven drying was 5.83-29.06%, the average moisture content was 3.77-5.05%, the average aroma was 3.9-4.6, the average shape was 3.1-3.5, and the average preference was 2.5-3.3. In conclusion, 3 drying methods based on physicochemical and organoleptic properties can be applied and are preferred by panelists because drying using the oven method also has potential for cowhide crackers.
High-Dose Gamma Irradiation Reduces Pathogenic Bacteria While Preserving Beneficial Taxa in Indonesian Traditional Food ‘Gudeg’ Pratama, Indra Mustika; Benita, Ashri Mukti; Hermanto, Feri Eko; Lasmawati, Deudeu; Kadir, Idrus; Sugoro, Irawan
Journal of Tropical Life Science Vol. 15 No. 3
Publisher : Journal of Tropical Life Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11594/jtls.15.03.10

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Gudeg, a traditional Indonesian dish, is highly susceptible to microbial spoilage. Irradiation technology can be utilized to extend the shelf life of gudeg while preserving its nutritional value. However, the effects of gamma irradiation on the bacterial abundance in food products have not been widely researched. This study investigated how gamma irradiation influences its bacterial community. Vacuum-packed gudeg was gamma-irradiated in a frozen condition at a dose of 20 kGy, with a dose uniformity ratio (DUR) of 1.08. The resulting microbiome was characterized via 16S rRNA sequencing, using non-irradiated gudeg as a comparison. Gudeg samples were then amplified using the standard 16S rRNA V3-V4 primers. After taxonomic classification, alpha diversity indices—Shannon, Margalef, Chao1, and ACE—were applied to compare species richness and evenness in irradiated and non-irradiated samples. The research results showed that irradiation substantially reduced Proteobacteria, particularly staphylococcal species, while preserving beneficial lactic acid bacteria, such as Weissella sp. The overall diversity slightly decreased, but pathogenic risks diminished, indicating extended shelf stability. These findings suggest gamma irradiation as an effective strategy to enhance gudeg's safety and longevity. Furthermore, they offer insights into broader applications of irradiation for preserving high-moisture, ready-to-eat foods and indicate that sustainable research into the effects of irradiation on spoilage microbes and specific pathogens in various traditional food products is possible.
The Effect of Adding Bee Pollen at Different Concentrations to Marshmallow Candy on Water Content, Water Activity, Texture, Color, Ash Content, Reducing Sugar, Antioxidant Activity, and Organoleptic Properties Amertaningtyas, Dedes; Budiarti, Indi Rachmaning; Fatmala, Dina; Al Awwaly, Khothibul Umam; Evanuarini, Herly; Andriani, Ria Dewi; Hermanto, Feri Eko; Umam, Ahmad Khoirul
Journal of Agriprecision & Social Impact Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): March: JAPSI (Journal of Agriprecision & Social Impact)
Publisher : CV. Komunitas Dunia Peternakan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62793/japsi.v3i1.68

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Marshmallow is one of the confectionery product that made from gelatin and sugar that have the weakness of lacking nutrients but favored by people of all ages. Bee pollen can be the one of natural addition that can enrich the nutrient in marshmallows. The aim of this study was to evaluate bee pollen addition with different concentrations reviewed from physicochemical and organoleptic test of marshmallows. Tresearch method used was a experimental using Complete Randomized Design (CRD) with 4 treatments and 5 replications. Four treatments were applied: P0 (without bee pollen addition), P1 (5%), P2 (10%), and P3 (15%). The study resulted significant differences (P<0.01) in water activity, texture, Lab color, ash content, reducing sugar, antioxidant activity, color, aroma, dan overall organoleptic acceptance, and no significant differences (P>0.05) in moisture content and organoleptic texture. The values resulted increased in moisture content (36.85-37.64%), color a* (0.14-3.38), color b* (25.39-33.27), ash content (0.806-2.404%), reducing sugar (0.372-6.677%), and decreased in antioxidant activity (92.96-503.92 mg/ml) and fluctuated in water activity (0.74-0.86), texture (0.68-1.16 N), and color L* (79.70-91.92). The results of the organoleptic test were still acceptable up to treatment P3. Overall, this study resulted the best results in treatment P3 with a bee pollen concentrations of 15% to increase the nutritional content of marshmallows.