We aimed to synthesize silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using (cardamom) extracts and assess the cytotoxicity and genotoxicity of the cardamom extract, -AgNPs, and the insecticide ATCBRA-commonly used for pest control-on the root system of (broad bean). The chemical composition of the aqueous cardamom extract was identified and quantified using GC-MS, revealing a variety of bioactive compounds also present in cardamom essential oil. These included α-terpinyl acetate (21.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe study was carried out to evaluate the effectiveness of the Aristolochia bracteolata water flower extract-mediated AgNPs synthesis and assess their antimicrobial potential. According to the experimental and analytical results, A. bracteolata flower extract can produce valuable AgNPs.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe research work aimed to explore the suitability of using a novel g- CN-Ag-Cu-Ni nanocomposite for the simultaneous degradation of pyrene in wastewater. The outcome revealed that the g- CN phase was successfully fabricated on the g-CN-based compound, and the existence of the g- CN-based compound beneficially stabilized the Ag-Cu-Ni particles. The g- CN-Ag-Cu-Ni nanocomposite demonstrated excellent performance in pyrene degradation under various conditions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn recent decades, antibiotics have been found in aquatic environments, raising severe concerns. In this study, a unique reduced graphene oxide-zinc sulfide-copper sulfide (rGO-ZnS-CuS) nanocomposite (NC) prepared by using a straightforward surfactant-free microwave method was used for antibiotic degradation via photocatalysis. The structural and morphological characteristics of the produced catalysts were characterized using various techniques, confirming the successful development of nanocomposite structures of better quality than that of the pure samples.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNitrification inhibitors are recognized as a key approach that decreases the denitrification process to inhibit the loss of nitrogen to the atmosphere in the form of NO. Targeting denitrification microbes directly could be one of the mitigation approaches. However, minimal attempts have been devoted towards the development of denitrification inhibitors.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMagnetized iron oxide nanoparticles are ideal materials for biological and biomedical applications due to their biocompatibility, super paramagnetic behavior, surface capability, and chemical stability. This research article is narrating the overview of methodologies of preparation, functionalization, characterization and applications of FeO nanoparticles. Super paramagnetic nanoparticles are studied for their hyperthermia properties.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn recent years, the biosynthesis of silver (Ag) nanoparticles has attracted a great deal of interest for applications in biomedicine and bioremediation. In the present study, Gracilaria veruccosa extract was used to synthesize Ag nanoparticles for investigating their antibacterial and antibiofilm potentials. The color shift from olive green to brown indicated the synthesis of AgNPs by plasma resonance at 411 nm.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn the present study, the maximum yield of quercetin was optimized for the ethanol extraction of small onions (Allium cepa L. var. aggregatum Don.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFFor wastewater treatment, a highly reliable and ecologically friendly oxidation method is always preferred. This work described the production of a new extremely effective visible light-driven AgO loaded ZnFeO nanocomposties photocatalyst using a wet impregnation technique. Under visible light irradiation, the produced AgO loaded ZnFeO nanocomposties were used in the photodegradation of rhodamine B (RhB) and Reactive Red 120 (RR120) dyes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAccumulation of plastics alarms a risk to the environment worldwide. As polyethylene pterephthalate (PET) degrades slowly and produces hazardous substances, therefore, it is now essential to eliminate plastic wastes from the environment. Given that, the current study is concerned with PET degradation potential of naturally occurring microbial strains isolated from plastic waste dumping sites, Sarcina aurantiaca (TB3), Bacillus subtilis (TB8), Aspergillus flavus (STF1), Aspergillus niger (STF2).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn present research, a potent fungal strain was isolated from paper mill effluent (black liquor) in order to investigate its potential for the biodegradation of lignin. Two step strategy was used to screen most efficient fungal strain having ability to growin MSM-black liquor medium and to degrade alkali lignin.The results of initial screening indicated that the strain M-2 produced comparatively higher ligninolytic zone on MSN agar plates supplemented with black liquor (BL) and alkali ligninase compared to the other isolates.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev
August 2022
Introduction: The incidence of nontraumatic spinal cord injury (NTSCI) is reported to be higher than that of traumatic spinal cord injury in many countries, making it an area of growing significance.
Objectives: With the aging of the global population in coming decades, it is anticipated that the incidence of NTSCIs will increase dramatically. Our aim was to identify and report the causes, patterns, and outcomes of NTSCI in a tertiary care center.
Aim: Hexavalent chromium (Cr ) is one of the most toxic heavy metals that have deteriorating effects on the growth and quality of the end product of wheat. Consequently, this research was designed to evaluate the role of Bacillus subtilis and phosphorus fertilizer on wheat facing Cr stress.
Methods And Results: The soil was incubated with Bacillus subtilis and phosphorus fertilizer before sowing.
The present study is an attempt to assess the cytogenotoxic effect of untreated and methyl orange treated with Oedogonium subplagiostomum AP1 on Allium cepa roots. On the fifth day, root growth, root length, mitotic index, mitotic inhibition/depression, and chromosomal abnormalities were measured in root cells of Allium cepa subjected to untreated and treated methyl orange dye solutions. Roots exposed to treated dye solution exhibited maximum root growth, root length and mitotic index, whereas roots exposed to untreated dye solution had the most mitotic inhibition and chromosomal abnormalities.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOlive oil extraction produces a great volume of olive mill wastewater (OMW), which is considered a serious ecological challenge. In this study, we have designed and tested a trickling filter consisting of seven different layers of natural material, including (coarse gravel, fine gravel, lime (Ca (OH)), sand (SiO), carbon char, sponge/mesh), to treat OMW. The filter process involved physical separation, filtration, coagulation and adsorption with the removal of COD (69.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMicroplastic (MP), as a pollutant, is currently posing a biological hazard to the aquatic environment. The study aims to isolate, quantify, and characterize the MP pollutants in sediment samples from 14 study sites at Kaveri River, Killa Chinthamani, Tiruchirappalli, South India. With Sediment-MP Isolation (SMI) unit, density separation was done with a hydrogen peroxide solution.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMicrobial fuel cell (MFC) is a green technology and does not harm the environment. It can be used for wastewater treatment, hydrogen production and power generation. There are lot of avenues need to be investigated to increase the efficiency of MFC and in order to make it acceptable publicly.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAntibiotics are one of the emerging pollutants that have drawn increased attention in recent years. In this study simultaneous production of electricity and bioremediation of sulfadiazine from the wastewater using microbial fuel cells (MFCs) and open circuit system were analyzed. LC-MS analysis revealed decreased sulfadiazine concentration in open circuit system and closed MFC chamber.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn recent years increased attention is focussed on microorganisms inhabiting the digestive system that provides prophylactic and therapeutic benefits to the host. After Metchnikoff exposed the secret behind Bulgarian peasants' extended longevity, a graze to incorporate the responsible microbes in functional food emerged. Then interest towards microbe-rich food went to the vegetative phase for some time, but now a renaissance to engage these wonder microbes in the healthcare sector is increasing.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPhytoremediation technology is an eco-friendly technology for the treatment of the polluted environment. Conversely, the natural and synthetic amendments have been revealed to improve the heavy metal phytoextraction from polluted soils with hyperaccumulation and/or non-hyper accumulating plants. This study evaluated the synergistic effect of biochar (BC) and EDTA to enhance phytoextraction of heavy metal lead (Pb) from artificially polluted soil by Brassica juncea.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFProto-oncogene receptor tyrosine kinase ROS-1 is one of the clinically important biomarker and plays a crucial role in regulation of a number of cellular functions including cell proliferation, migration and angiogenesis. Recently, inhibition of ROS1 kinase has proven to be a promising target of anticancer drugs for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The very few compounds have been used as potent drug molecules so far and the selective ROS1 inhibitors are relatively rare.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn the search for alternative therapy for infections and other ailments, metallic nanoparticles, mainly silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) synthesized through bioengineered sources are extensively explored. Fungal bioactive compounds and their nanoparticles were reported with the potential biomedical application. A medicinal mushroom was reported as a repository of rich medicinal properties.
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