Publications by authors named "Abdallah E"

Water scarcity is a foremost environmental concern and is expected to hasten in the forthcoming years due to severe fluctuations in weather patterns worldwide. The present work was designed to explore the potential role of alpha-tocopherol (α-Toc), a form of vitamin E, on the morphological, physio-biochemical, and cellular antioxidant responses of two radish genotypes grown under drought conditions (38 ± 3% of field capacity). The individual and combined applications of α-Toc (100 ppm) were used as T0- Control, T1- Control + TF (TF-alpha-tocopherol), T2- Drought (D), and T3- D + TF with three replications.

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The arid mountainous region of Hail in Saudi Arabia has a variety of desert vegetation, some of which are conventionally used in Bedouin traditional medicine. These plants need scientific examination. This research seeks to examine using a thorough multi-analytical methodology that includes antibacterial and antioxidant assessments as well as computational modeling.

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In Saudi Arabia, numerous plant species with promising medicinal properties are cultivated, widely traded, and commonly utilized in traditional medicine, including fenugreek (). This study aimed to comprehensively assess the phytochemical composition and antimicrobial potential of the Saudi cultivar of fenugreek using an integrative approach combining in vitro and in silico methodologies. A comprehensive investigation was conducted on the ethanol extract of fenugreek seeds, assessing its antibacterial, antifungal, properties.

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Background: Despite numerous genetic studies on Infectious Bronchitis Virus (IBV), many strains from the Middle East remain misclassified or unclassified. Genotype 1 (GI-1) is found globally, while genotype 23 (GI-23) has emerged as the predominant genotype in the Middle East region, evolving continuously through inter- and intra-genotypic recombination. The GI-23 genotype is now enzootic in Europe and Asia.

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One of the biggest challenges encountered by the current generation is the evolution of antibiotic resistant bacteria as a result of excessive and inappropriate use of antibiotics. This problem has led to the development of alternative approaches to treat the diseases caused by these multidrug resistant bacteria (MDR). One of the most promising and novel approaches to combat these pathogens is utilization of nanomaterials as antimicrobial agents.

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  • * Principal component analysis revealed that the first five principal components accounted for 84.59% of the diversity in these genotypes, with significant traits including moisture, carbohydrates, and various nutrients.
  • * Hierarchical clustering categorized the genotypes into five distinct groups, indicating that the traits have potential implications for future breeding programs aimed at improving exotic vegetable amaranth.
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  • - The study investigates the biological properties of ginger rhizome grown in Sudan, focusing on its antibacterial, antioxidant, and phytochemical properties to assess its potential for medicinal use
  • - Results show that the Sudanese ginger extract exhibits moderate antibacterial activity against various bacteria, with specific inhibition and bactericidal concentrations identified, alongside a diverse range of chemical constituents found through phytochemical screening
  • - The research suggests a promising future for ginger rhizome in pharmaceutical development, with detailed molecular interactions supporting its antimicrobial potential, as revealed by GC-MS analysis and computational studies
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(Group B Lancefield) has emerged as a significant pathogen affecting both humans and animals, including aquatic species. Infections caused by are becoming a growing concern in aquaculture and have been reported globally in various freshwater and marine fish species, particularly those inhabiting warm water environments. This has led to numerous outbreaks with high morbidity and mortality in fish.

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Maize is one of the important cereal crops grown in rainfed regions of northwestern Himalayas, however, persistent use of chemical fertilizers coupled with poor soil nutrients and water holding capacity due to coarse textured soils poses serious threat to sustaining maize yield and soil health. To address these bottlenecks, a long-term experiment with application of organic manures and mineral fertilizer provides insights to quantify changes in soil organic carbon (SOC), crop yield and rain water use efficiency (RWUE) in rainfed area having low water use efficiency. A twelve years field experiment was conducted under dry sub-humid Inceptisols in northern India to study the potential impacts of organic and mineral fertilization on maize (Zea mays L.

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Background: White lupin (Lupinus albus L.) is a multi-purpose, climate resilient, pulse crop with exceptionally high protein content that makes it a suitable alternative of soybean in livestock feed. Although white lupin grows well on marginal sandy soils, previous studies have reported its sensitivity towards salinity stress.

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Fimbristylis complanata is an aquatic halophytic sedge that thrives in salt-affected land, marshes, and water channels. Two ecotypes (HR-Rasool headworks ECe 19.45; SH- Sahianwala 47.

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  • The study investigates the effects of a specific extract on liver toxicity caused by silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) in mice, focusing on anti-inflammatory, anti-angiogenic, and hepatoprotective properties.
  • Fifty Swiss mice were divided into five groups to assess various treatment regimens, including a control group, one receiving the extract, and multiple groups exposed to AgNPs with or without the extract.
  • Results showed that the extract significantly improved liver function, reduced inflammation, and exhibited hepatoprotective effects in the group that received it after AgNP exposure, indicating its potential as a treatment for liver damage.
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Cisplatin is a commonly utilized chemotherapy medication for treating different sarcomas and carcinomas. Its ability interferes with cancer cells' DNA repair pathways and postpones unfavorable outcomes in cancer patients. The current investigation's goal was to ascertain if nano Spirulina platensis (NSP) might shield rat testicles from cisplatin damage by assessing the expression of the StAR and SOD genes, sex hormones, 17ß-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase(17ß-HSD), sperm profile picture, oxidative condition of testes, testicular histology, and DNA damage.

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Background: Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B streptococcus, GBS) induces a serious infection that can harm not only aquatic life but also humans and other animals. In a fish farm in southern Egypt, Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) has developed an epidemic with clinical symptoms resembling piscine streptococcosis.

Results: Initial microscopic inspection of the affected fish brain and kidney indicated the presence of Gram-positive cocci.

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  • Invasive species like Xanthium strumarium can negatively impact ecosystems, crop yields, and food security, which necessitates effective management strategies.
  • This study employs species distribution modeling (SDM) to predict how X. strumarium may spread in Pakistan, particularly examining its response to climate change factors like temperature and soil nitrogen.
  • Results indicate that X. strumarium's habitat is expanding, especially in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with about 21% of Pakistan currently infested, highlighting the need for proactive measures to curb its spread.
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The present study aimed at synthesizing fatty acid methyl esters in a combined enzymatic method by applying degumming and transesterification of soybean oil. A soluble lipase from Serratia sp. W3 and a recombinant phosphatidylcholine-preferring phospholipase C (PC-PLC) from Bacillus thuringiensis were used in a consecutive manner for phosphorus removal and conversion into methyl esters.

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  • The study investigates the incidence and outcomes of acute kidney injury (AKI) in Kuwait, focusing on differences between Kuwaiti and non-Kuwaiti patients, who face limited access to healthcare.
  • A total of 3,744 adult inpatients with AKI were analyzed from seven public hospitals in 2021, revealing that non-Kuwaitis were younger, had better kidney function at baseline, and a higher rate of AKI caused by community factors.
  • Despite differences in demographics, there were no significant variations in mortality or kidney recovery rates between the two groups, with a high overall mortality rate of 34.4% among AKI patients within 30 days of hospitalization.
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Medicinal plants are used widely in the treatment of various infectious diseases. One of these medical plants is Moroccan plants such as . In this study, the essential oil isolated from the leaves of (APEO) by the hydrodistillation method was analyzed using (GC/MS) analysis.

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Maize cultivation is under the growing threat of charcoal rot (Macrophomina phaseolina). Chemical control of diseases imparts serious health hazards to humans and the ecosystem. Biochar as an alternative disease management approach has been under consideration of the researchers for some time now.

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Background: is a wild leafy plant belonging to the family Polygonaceae, renowned for its therapeutic benefits. The genus Rumex comprises approximately 150 species distributed globally.

Objective: The study aimed to investigate the biological activities of using in vitro and methods.

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Objectives: To assess the association between erectile dysfunction and subjective well-being among primary care patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Methods: This cross-sectional study included 340 men with type 2 diabetes treated in primary health care settings in the Ismailia governorate between April 2021 and April 2022. A multistage random cluster sampling technique was used.

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  • Two begomoviruses, ToLCNDV and BgYMV, infect bitter gourd in India, with ToLCNDV being the more prevalent strain at 92.43%.
  • The ToLCNDV variants identified in this study show only 88% genetic similarity to other ToLCNDV isolates and have unique protein sequences that differentiate them from other geminiviruses.
  • Recombination analysis indicates that these isolates are distinct enough to warrant the designation of a new strain, ToLCNDV-BG, due to their unique genomic characteristics.
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  • The study focused on analyzing the leaf epidermal characteristics of fifteen Lamiaceae species in Lahore to refine their classification and understanding within the flora of Pakistan, which previously lacked detailed information on these species.
  • Various anatomical features, such as cell shapes, stomatal types, and trichome characteristics, were assessed using light and scanning electron microscopy, revealing significant variability among the species.
  • Key findings included specific types of stomata and trichomes unique to certain species, which may aid in identifying and differentiating these plants within the Lamiaceae family.
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Early nutritional management approach greatly impacts broilers' performance and resistance against coccidiosis. The current study explored the impact of post-hatch feeding with a combination of glutamine (Glut) and different levels of omega-3 on broiler chickens' growth performance, muscle building, intestinal barrier, antioxidant ability and protection against avian coccidiosis. A total of six hundred Cobb 500 was divided into six groups: first group (fed basal diet and unchallenged (control) and challenged (negative control, NC) groups were fed a basal diet without additives, and the other groups were infected with and supplemented with 1.

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Campylobacter is a major foodborne and zoonotic pathogen, causing severe human infections and imposing a substantial economic burden on global public health. The ongoing spread and emergence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) strains across various fields exacerbate therapeutic challenges, raising the incidence of diseases and fatalities. Medicinal plants, renowned for their abundance in secondary metabolites, exhibit proven efficacy in inhibiting various foodborne and zoonotic pathogens, presenting sustainable alternatives to ensure food safety.

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