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Nanozymes: Unleashing the Catalytic Power of Nanomaterials in Biotechnology
Abstract: This article explores the fascinating field of nanozymes, which are nanomaterials that exhibit enzyme-like catalytic activities. Nanozymes have emerged as a powerful tool in biotechnology, offering advantages such as high stability, tunable activity, and easy synthesis. This article delves into the diverse applications of nanozymes, ranging from biosensing and bioimaging to environmental remediation and therapeutics. We will explore the underlying principles behind nanozyme catalysis, highlight key advancements, discuss challenges and …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Biotechnological Advances in Improving Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Jute (Corchorus spp.): Genomic and Functional Insights
Abstract: Jute (Corchoruscapsularis and C. olitorius) is an economically significant natural bast fiber crop, particularly in Bangladesh and South Asia that faces severe constraints from salinity and waterlogging due to climate change and coastal inundation. Despite its agricultural importance, jute has historically lacked genomic resources for molecular improvement. Recent release of high‑quality reference genomes, coupled with transcriptomics and functional genomics, has enabled identification of stress‑responsive genes and regulatory networks. This review …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering Synergy for Environmental Remediation
Abstract: This study delves into the selection of bioremediation strategies tailored to the type and extent of contamination, highlighting the critical role of harmonizing nature's mechanisms with precision engineering. It explores the design and optimization of bioremediation systems, emphasizing reactor design, process control, and resource efficiency. Furthermore, it investigates the integration of microbial consortia and genetic engineering to enhance the efficacy of environmental remediation, presenting cutting-edge technologies that leverage the power …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Microbial and Enzymatic Degradation of Polyethylene: Molecular Mechanisms, Omics Approaches, and Biotechnological Applications
Abstract: Abstract: Polyethylene (PE), a commonly used synthetic polymer, is highly resistant to natural breakdown, leading to serious environmental and ecological issues such as soil and marine pollution, the formation of microplastics, and risks to wildlife and human health. Recent efforts have focused on using microbial and enzymatic processes to handle polyethylene waste. Microorganisms such as bacteria (Pseudomonas, Bacillus), fungi (Aspergillus, Penicillium), and algae produce enzymes like laccases, peroxidases, oxygenases, and …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Exploring Plant Biotechnology: Harnessing Pteridophytes for Medical and Agricultural Advancements
Abstract: Pteridophytes are a group of plants that reproduce via spores rather than seeds and include ferns, horsetails, and club mosses. However, recent scientific investigations have revealed that pteridophytes hold a significant place in traditional medicine systems and can provide a range of therapeutic benefits. Indigenous peoples have used these pteridophytes’ medicinal capabilities to treat a variety of illnesses for decades. This study aims to bridge this gap by examining the …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Nanomaterials via Green Synthesis: Insights into Biocompatibility and Biotechnological Applications
Abstract: This review critically examines recent advances in the green synthesis of nanomaterials (NMs) and their diverse biological applications, with a focus on antimicrobial, antioxidant, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory properties. The reviewed studies evaluated key characteristics of green-synthesized NMs, including their size, shape, and concentrations, as assessed in both in vitro and in vivo biological models. Compared to traditional chemical methods, green synthesis demonstrated superior efficacy, enhanced biocompatibility, and reduced toxicity. For …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Biotechnological and Biomaterial Innovations for Self-Care Management of Diabetes: A Study on Patient Knowledge and Attitude in Tripura
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is a global epidemic, with 537 million individuals affected worldwide in 2021, projected to rise to 643 million by 2030 without preventive measures. In India, one in seven diabetic adults resides, and diabetes prevalence rose from 9.3% in 2018 to 9.6% in 2022, projected to reach 10.4% by 2030. This study focused on evaluating how well diabetes patients in Tripura understand and feel about managing their self-care. Conducted …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Multidisciplinary approach in researching Artificial Intelligence, Nanotechnology and Biotechnology.
Abstract: Nature is a creation in wholesome which a normal human being cannot understand in entirety. Hence, compartmentalization is done in subjects for the study of the nature e.g., physics,chemistry, biology etc. Hence most of the research is in bits and pieces by the experts in limited fields where lot of linking of other fields is left out. For example if we have to study a field whereAI, Nanotechnology and biology …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Recent Innovation of Bio-technical Industrialization
Abstract: This paper is study of industrial biotechnology to cite innovation for economical sustenance. Subject of interest has been conferred origin to subject additional excused perform to adject promptive issue on consumer goods, e.g., pursue of chemical, plastic, vegetable oil, biofuel, enzyme, microorganism based produces, energy from plant, etc. Deliver of clean and affordable manufacture has been to allocate creative skill to benefit modern trend. Adaptation/modification of biological organism, product, and …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 5–12 Read article
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Nanocarrier Technologies of the Lemon Essential Oils: Brief Review
Abstract: This review article delves into integrating nanoparticles with essential oils, focusing on lemon essential oil (LEO) and recent advancements in nanocarrier technologies and their biotechnological applications. It systematically outlines the methodologies for synthesizing various nanostructured systems, including liposomes, solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs), and nanoemulsions, emphasizing their critical role in enhancing the bioactivity of LEO. Moreover, the review provides a comprehensive analysis of the advantages and limitations of each nanocarrier type, …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 20–33 Read article
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Low Storage Time of Cassava (Manihot esculenta) in Northern Peru: A qualitative approach
Abstract: Introduction: Manihot esculenta (Cassava, Mandioca or Yuca) is a starchy staple source of nutrients around the globe. In Peru the produce can be harvested in the Coast, Highlands and Jungle regions of the Country. Relative fast deterioration of the harbested root has been observed for many decades now. Materials and Methods: A qualitative approach was designed to investigate perishability of the produce after harbest through open interviews directed to Cassava …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Local Oil Palm Fibre Dried in Dark Environment for Bioremediation of Crude Oil Polluted Soil
Abstract: The research work was carried out to investigate the effectiveness of the oil palm fibre dried in dark environment for bioremediation of crude oil polluted loamy soil. Experimental analysis was conducted to examine the characteristics of the effectiveness of the oil palm fibre dried in dark environment on the degradation of the crude oil in loamy soil. Gas Chromatograph (GC) made of x-ray fluorescence spectrometer was used in the analysis …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Sustainable Development: The Current Indian Scenario
Abstract: India has emerged as one of the most promising countries for the development of a biotechnology business pole because it is a mega biodiverse country containing more than two million different species of animals, plants and microorganisms. One of the biggest drawbacks of this country is the laws that govern innovation: intellectual property law and provisional measures of access to genetic resources do not encourage innovation in this sector. The …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Oil Extraction, Biochemical Analysis, and Antimicrobial Activities for Active Compound Valorization in Yellow Mustard (Sinapis alba L.) Seeds and Production of Microbial Oil Using Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Abstract: *Author for CorrespondenceDowluru SVGK Kaladhar E-mail: [email protected] 1Professor, Department of Microbiology and Bioinformatics, UTD, Atal Bihari Vajpayee University, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India2Student, Department of Microbiology and Bioinformatics, UTD, Atal Bihari Vajpayee University, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India3Student, Department of Biotechnology, DP Vipra College, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India Received Date: June 17, 2026Accepted Date: June 24, 2026Published Date: August 15, 2026 Citation: Dowluru S. V. G. K. Kaladhar, Vinay Kumar, Dowluru V. L. Lolini. Oil …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 55–61 Read article
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Advances in Genetic Enhancement, Processing Innovation and Sustainable Valorization of Jute (Corchorus spp.): A Critical Review
Abstract: The accelerating global shift toward environmentally responsible material systems has intensified scientific and industrial interest in lignocellulosic bast fibres. Jute (Corchorus spp.) remains one of the most economically and ecologically significant natural fibres due to its renewability, biodegradability, and substantial contribution to rural livelihoods. This review critically synthesizes contemporary progress in genetic improvement, fibre structural optimization, retting biotechnology, surface engineering, and composite integration. Emphasis is placed on genomics-assisted breeding, targeted …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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Stem Cell and Cloning Technologies in Livestock Improvement: Advances, Applications, and Future Prospects for Sustainable Animal Production and Genetic Improvement
Abstract: Stem cell and cloning technologies have emerged as transformative tools for livestock improvement, enabling rapid genetic advancement, conservation of elite or endangered breeds, and development of animals with desirable production and health traits. Stem cells, including embryonic, adult, and induced pluripotent types, offer unparalleled potential due to their self-renewal, differentiation capacity, and versatility for genetic modification. Cloning technologies, particularly somatic cell nuclear transfer and embryo splitting, allow replication of superior …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 44–53 Read article
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Analyses of Polymer Nanocomposites Development in Biomedical Applications
Abstract: Polymer nanocomposites (PNCs) are known for being an effective method to impart materials with exceptional properties that cannot be achieved by the individual components on their own. Utilizing the interfaces between the two phases of nanoscale compounds with high specific surface areas is advantageous for creating composites that incorporate nanofillers. The primary difficulty with nanocomposites lies in managing the interfacial interactions between the two phases. Polymer nanocomposites have gained significant …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 23–38 Read article
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Review of Biomedical Polymer Nanocomposites Progress
Abstract: Polymer nanocomposites (PNCs) have a reputation for being an effective way to give materials exceptional qualities that are impossible to achieve with the individual components alone. When creating composites with nanofiller, it is advantageous to use the interfaces between the two phases of nanoscale compounds with large specific surface areas. The interfacial interactions between the two phases, however, present the nanocomposites with their principal difficult feature. Due to their intriguing …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 24–39 Read article
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Recent Trends and Advancements in Transgenesis and Transgenic Technology
Abstract: Transgenic technology is a novel procedure that was introduced in the year 1981. It involves the insertion as well as integration and expression of new/improved genes into the host organism’s genome. This technology has many benefits in animal biotechnology. This article is a brief review on this technology, the ethical issues concerning it as well as its applications in the field of animal biotechnology.
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 Read article
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In Vitro Evaluation of Bioremediation Capacity of a Commercial Probiotic, Bacillus clausii, for Chromium (VI) and Lead (II) Toxicity
Abstract: Heavy metals cause disastrous effects on any living organisms. Probiotics have the ability to reduce metal toxicity. Commercial probiotics having bioremediation capacity can use these bacteria as an alternative to conventional remediation methods. The bioaccumulation of heavy metals including chromium (VI) (Cr [VI]) and lead (II) (Pb [II]) causes fatal toxicity in humans. Some naturally occurring bacterial species, such as Bacillus and Pseudomonas, contribute their role in bioremediation of these …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–16 Read article