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Endangered and Critical Endangered Medicinal Plants Species and Their Ethnobotanical Medicinal Values in India
Abstract: Medicinal plants have played an important role in primary health care system among the local people in India. The present paper deals with 30 plants species that are endangered or critical endangered, which were identified with relevant information and documented in this paper with regard to their botanical name, family, common name and utilization by the local people for common ailment. The medicinal practitioners were treating the common diseases like …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 68–74 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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Impact of Secondary Metabolism on Therapeutic Efficacy of Medicinal Plants
Abstract: Medicinal plants constitute main resource base of almost all the traditional healthcare systems. Most of the herbal drugs produced currently in majority of the developing countries lack proper quality specification and standards. Both the raw drugs and the finished herbal products manufactured contain complex mixtures of organic compounds, such as fatty acids, sterols, alkaloids, flavonoids, polyphenols, glycosides, saponins, tannins, terpenes, etc. The quality of the finished product is based on …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Review on: Marker Assisted Selection in Common Bean Breeding for Disease Resistance
Abstract: Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L) is the most important food legume consumed worldwide and an important source of human dietary protein, calories, vitamins and minerals necessary for a healthy community. Marker-assisted selection is one of the breeding methods, which involves selection of plants carrying genomic regions that are involved in the expression of traits of interest through molecular markers. The method (MAS) becomes possible for traits governed by major genes …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 23–34 Read article
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Role of Plant Physiology in the Era of Second Green Revolution
Abstract: The Green Revolution is marked for the increase in food production in developing nations to face the problem of increased food demand, but the used farming techniques made the tropical soil unproductive and decreased biodiversity. This was not sustainable way for agricultural production. Designing the blueprint for the future green revolution necessitates the use of effective and sustainable methods that increase plant output while maintaining sustainability. The quest for more …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 18–36 Read article
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Studies on Phytochemical analysis of Coriandrum sativum Leaves
Abstract: Coriandrum sativum is belongs to Apiaceae family includes the annual plant coriander. It can be said that nature is the world's oldest and most complete pharmacy, and many traditional medical systems. The use of phytomedicines, particularly for preventive measures, is currently gaining popularity. The use of alternative and complementary healthcare is commonplace worldwide. The most recent data estimates that about 80% of the world's population uses herbs as their primary …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Carica papaya Leaf Phytochemicals Were Investigated In Vitro for Their Anti- syphilitic Effects Against the 3CRK Protein
Abstract: Objective: A highly contagious virus called syphilis, if left untreated, has the potential to seriously harm ones health. The Treponema pallidum bacteria is the culprit behind syphilis. Identifying phytocompounds from the carica papaya leaves for the treatment of the syphilis disease is the objective of this research paper. Methods: In the current work, we looked at the results of an in silicon analysis to create a new oral treatment for …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 33–46 Read article
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A Review on Prebiotics and Probiotics
Abstract: Prebiotics are substances that can be found in nutritious foods or they can be purchased as nutraceuticals in a variety of tablets, capsules, or powder, commonly in conjunction with probiotic cultures. Prebiotics are polysaccharides which are capable of withstanding acidic and enzymaticbreakdown in the small intestine and are utilised by probiotics. Since many probiotic strains, particularly furmicutes and bacteroidetes, support the health of the gut microbiota, there are many products …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 29–32 Read article
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TO INCREASE THE EFFICIENCY OF INDOOR PLANTS TO REMOVE VOC'S/HCHO IN INDOOR ENVIRONMENT
Abstract: Indoor Air Pollution is the term used to describe the number of contaminants in the air inside a building from sources such as cigarette smoking, fuel combustion for heating or cooking, certain wallboards, carpets, or insulation as well as the geology of the area (radon in soil or rocks beneath the structure).With the onset of the energy crisis, changes in the building's design owing to energy-efficient strategy, a confined space …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 95–109 Read article
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Evaluation of Cytotoxic Activity of Cestrum nocturnum Leaves Extract against A549 Cell Line using MTT Assay
Abstract: Cancer remains a major global cause of death, necessitating ongoing research for effective treatments. Traditional herbal medicine is being explored for novel anti-cancer compounds. This study investigates the cytotoxic effects of Cestrum nocturnum ethanolic extract on A549 lung cancer cells, a type of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). NSCLC is a significant health concern in India, affecting even non-smokers. Cestrum nocturnum, known as Night-blooming jasmine, has shown promise in inhibiting …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Treatment of Diseases Using Stem Cells
Abstract: The doctors performed the first successful transplantation of bone marrow in 1968. Bone marrow contains somatic stem cells that can create the majority of the distinctive cell types that make up our blood. It is transplanted routinely to treat an assortment of blood and bone marrow ailments, blood cancers, and immune disorders. More recently, stem cells from the blood stream (called peripheral blood stem cells) and umbilical line stem cells …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Sero-prevalence of Hydatidosis Among Patients Visiting Neurological Department of Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
Abstract: Hydatidosis caused by Echinococcus granulosus remain as a considerable problem for public health and livestock economy in developing countries. A hospital based Screening of 80 neurological patients visiting neurology department of TUTH was carried out. Of the total studied samples 10 (12.5%) were found to have positive sero-prevalence towards E. granulosus (hydatidosis) using commercial indirect ELISA kit. The high rate of sero- prevalence was found among the dalit ethnic group …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A Preliminary Study of the Regenerative Effect of Overo Flower (Cordia lutea Lam.) Infusion in the Liver of Rats Consuming Alcohol Chronically
Abstract: Alcohol consumption causes the Alcoholic Liver Disease which includes a series of pathologies starting with a Fatty Infiltration, later Hepatic Inflammation, Fibrosis, Cirrhosis, and eventual Hepatocellular Carcinoma. The prevalence of these changes generates expenses in the health system and discomfort for the patient. Moreover, the current standard Corticosteroid treatment is not effective in all patients, 30-40% dies six months after initial diagnosis and new therapies including Plant metabolites are investigated …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Understanding Streptococcus suis infection in pigs
Abstract: Streptococcus suis is one of the significant pig pathogen, causing septicemia with sudden death, arthritis, meningitis, and endocarditis in piglets after weaning. It's leading to economic losses in the pig industry all over the world. It's a typical resident of the upper respiratory tract, and it's easy to find in tonsils, which are a natural niche for it. It may also be isolated from clinically healthy pigs' gastrointestinal and reproductive …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Common Methods for Isolation, Revival and Freezing of Peripheral Animal Blood Mononuclear Cells—A Review
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe main players to investigate to effect of bio actives on various immune cells are human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs). These cells are easily isolated from blood of healthy donors or buffy coats (leukocyte concentrates, a by-product from hospital Blood Banks in the manufacturing of red blood cell and thrombocyte concentrates from anti-coagulated whole blood). PBMCs vary from intestinal tissue cells in terms of structure, phenotype, and activation status. …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 21–23 Read article
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A Review of Prenatal and Perinatal Risk Factors for Childhood Retinoblastoma in India
Abstract: Abstract Retinoblastoma majorly affects children under the age of five years. This review tries to elucidate the correlation of the factors not only limited to the genetics but also the health of the parents and their environment.
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Antibiotics Mediated as Antibiotics Growth Promotants (AGP)
Abstract: Antibiotic resistance in human infections has emerged as a serious public health concern. Some of the resistance problem may be traced back to the transmission of resistant bacteria from animals to humans, as well as the transmission of resistance genes from animal pathogens and commensal bacteria to human infections. Improvements in food cleanliness are among the control methods used to minimise the transmission of zoonotic germs to humans via the …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 9–12 Read article
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In silico evaluation for the repurposing of antiviral drugs towards multiple targets of monkey pox viral disease
Abstract: Objective: Monkeypox is a growing public health problem. The disease is caused by the monkeypox virus. The latest epidemic has been linked to previously unknown mutations and variations. Tecovirimat is a poxvirus medication that has been licenced by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Otherwise, there is little pharmacopoeia and scientific interest inmonkeypox. Computational screening and molecular interactions were used in this work to investigate the possible repurposing of …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Pig food waste and its management
Abstract: In the recent years, the very issue of food waste management has become a global concern and an alarming topic. As per the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately one-third of the total global food production is wasted annually. The amount of food waste which is generated in the common households is very high, with studies and statistics showing that up to 50% of household waste comprises of food items. …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 40–44 Read article
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Biofertilizers: A Review
Abstract: One of the significant in today's world is the pollution and contamination of soil. The utilization of chemical fertilizers and pesticides has caused gigantic harm to the environment. An answer to this is the biofertilizer, an Eco Friendly fertilizer now used in most countries. Biofertilizers are organisms that enrich the nutrient quality of soil. The main sources of biofertilizers are bacteria, fungi, and Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae). The most marked relationship …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 5–12 Read article