Genetic Diversity and Population Structure Analyses in Bitter Gourd ( L.) Based on Agro-Morphological and Microsatellite Markers.

Bitter gourd ( L.) is an important vine crop of the Cucurbitaceae family and is well known for its high nutritional and medicinal values. However, the genetic variation remains largely unknown.

Employing Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites toward the Flexural Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete T-Beams.

Reinforced concrete structures are exposed to various loads under critical environmental conditions, which might lead to the deterioration of the structures prior to their designed service life. Hence, to improve the serviceability of the reinforced concrete (RC) structures and meet the design requirements, the structures are strengthened using carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites. The application of CFRP is done using two major techniques, namely externally bonded (EB) reinforcement and near surface mounted (NSM) techniques.

Effect of intermaxillary tooth-size discrepancy on accuracy of prediction equations for mixed dentition space analysis for Davangere population.

Context: In the mixed dentition period, malocclusion is in dormant stage, any interception should be preceded by a mixed dentition space analysis.

Aims: To derive new regression equation in sample subjects (indigenous group) with no intermaxillary tooth size discrepancy (Bolton's ratio) residing in Davangere and to evaluate its accuracy. To assess the difference of tooth dimensions between males and females and difference between right and left of dental arches.

Sono-Chemical Synthesis of Silver Quantum Dots Immobilized on Exfoliated Graphitic Carbon Nitride Nanostructures Using Ginseng Extract for Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution, Dye Degradation, and Antimicrobial Studies.

Due to modernization and the scarcity of fossil fuel resources, energy demand is continuously increasing. In this regard, it is essential and necessary to create a renewable energy source that can meet future energy demands. Recently, the production of H by water splitting and removing pollutants from the water has been essential for issues of energy and environmental demands.

Synthesis and luminescence properties of Pr ion-doped Ba Y(PO ) phosphors.

Barium yttrium phosphate (BYP) phosphor doped with trivalent praseodymium ions (BaY (PO ) :Pr (x = 0, 0.01, 0.05, 0.

Enhanced solar-driven photocatalytic performance of a ternary composite of SnO quantum dots//AgVO nanoribbons//g-CN nanosheets (0D/1D/2D) structures for hydrogen production and dye degradation.

Herein, we report the synthesis of between SnO QDs /AgVO nanoribbons/g-CN nanosheets of ternary photocatalytic systems for the production of H through light irradiation. The SnO/AgVO/g-CN photocatalyst was successfully produced by using the hydrothermal process. The structural characterizations of the samples revealed the successful formation of ternary heterostructures where SnO, AgVO and g-CN (quantum dots/nanoribbons/nanosheets) 0D/1D/2D structures make a good interface with each other.

Phytogenic Synthesis of Pd-Ag/rGO Nanostructures Using Stevia Leaf Extract for Photocatalytic H Production and Antibacterial Studies.

Continuously increasing energy demand and growing concern about energy resources has attracted much research in the field of clean and sustainable energy sources. In this context, zero-emission fuels are required for energy production to reduce the usage of fossil fuel resources. Here, we present the synthesis of Pd-Ag-decorated reduced graphene oxide (rGO) nanostructures using a green chemical approach with stevia extract for hydrogen production and antibacterial studies under light irradiation.

microwave-assisted solvothermal synthesis morphological transformation of ZnCoO 3D nanoflowers and nanopetals to 1D nanowires for hybrid supercapacitors.

Over recent decades, the conversion of energy and its storage have been in the lime light due to the depletion of fossil resources. The electrochemical energy storage devices like supercapacitors and batteries, and their materials and fabrication methods have been extensively evaluated, which is the best solution for the energy crisis. Herein, zinc cobaltite (ZnCoO; ZCO) nanostructures grown on nickel (Ni) foam by microwave-assisted solvothermal fabrication for hybrid supercapacitors are reported.

Novel Phytochemical Constituents and their Potential to Manage Diabetes.

Background: Diabetes is a chronic disease affecting a large population worldwide and stands as one of the major global health challenges to be tackled. According to World Health Organization, about 400 million are having diabetes worldwide and it is the seventh leading cause of deaths in 2016. Plant-based natural products have been in use from ancient times as ethnomedicine for the treatment of several diseases, including diabetes.

Bandgap-tuned ultra-small SnO-nanoparticle-decorated 2D-BiWO nanoplates for visible-light-driven photocatalytic applications.

With the rapid rate of industrialization, the emission of effluents represents a serious threat to aquatic living organisms and the environment. Semiconductor-mediated photocatalysis has been highlighted as the most attractive technology for the elimination of pollutants. In this connection, bandgap-tuned ultra-small SnO-nanoparticle-decorated 2D-BiWO nanoplates were prepared via the hydrothermal method.

Elucidation and genetic intervention of CO concentration mechanism in for increased plant primary productivity.

The rising global population is forcing the need for adapting alternative sustainable technologies for enhanced crop productivity. The CO Concentration Mechanisms (CCMs) evolved in algae to counter the inefficient CO fixing enzyme, RuBisCo and slower diffusion of CO in water offers good scope for the above purpose. The CCMs are single-celled CO supply mechanisms that depend on multiple CO/HCO transporters and acclimation states and accumulate 100-fold more CO than low CO environments.

Ultrasonically driven green synthesis of palladium nanoparticles by Coleus amboinicus for catalytic reduction and Suzuki-Miyaura reaction.

A novel ultrasonically driven bio-reduction method was adopted to reduce the palladium chloride into palladium nanoparticles (PdNPs@CA) using coleus amboinicus extract as a green synthetic protocol. XRD confirms the formation of phase pure cubic Pd nanoparticles with the crystallite size range of 40-50 nm. The UV-vis spectrum reveals the formation of Pd nanoparticles by the disappeared peak at 480 nm of PdCl solution.

Enumeration of various Ayurvedic formulations listed in an ancient palm-leaf manuscript of Rayalaseema region in Andhra Pradesh state, India.

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Ancient India relied on manuscripts written by scholars for storing, transferring and retrieving the information pertaining to culture, traditions, religion, geography and political issues. Similarly, Ayurveda, an ancient human health care management system in India and most of its information is available through palm-leaf manuscripts. Though each palm-leaf can persist for a fairly long time, it suffers gradual deterioration owing to physical, chemincal and biological factors, thus warranting digitiation.

Au-Pd bimetallic nanoparticles embedded highly porous Fenugreek polysaccharide based micro networks for catalytic applications.

Currently, metallic nanoparticles possessing versatile heterogeneous catalytic functionality such as in hydrogenation, water splitting, hydrogen production and CO reduction for global pollution remediation have been paid great attentions due to their high chemical stability, superior activity and unique electrical and optical properties. However, the gradual degradation of their catalytic activity on multiple usage limits the monometallic nanoparticles to industrial applications. Herein, we fabricated the highly porous fenugreek polysaccharide assisted green synthesis of AuPd nanostructures for heterogeneous catalytic hydrogenation of the industrial usable highly toxic 4-nitrophenol to the medicinally useful 4-aminophenol.

Highly Transparent Conductive Reduced Graphene Oxide/Silver Nanowires/Silver Grid Electrodes for Low-Voltage Electrochromic Smart Windows.

Transparent conductive electrodes (TCEs) based on hybrid structures (silver nanowires) have been compressively reconnoitered in next-generation electronics such as flexible displays, artificial skins, smart windows, and sensors because of their admirable conductivity as well as flexibility, which make them favorable substitutes to replace ITO (indium tin oxide) as a transparent conductor. Nevertheless, silver-based TCEs grieve from poor stability because of the corrosion and oxidation of silver in electrolytes. To overcome these issues, a RGO (reduced graphene oxide) layer on silver was promoted to resolve the difficulties of corrosion and oxidation in the electrolyte.

Ginger Treatment Ameliorates Alcohol-induced Myocardial Damage by Suppression of Hyperlipidemia and Cardiac Biomarkers in Rats.

Background: Alcohol-induced hyperlipidemia is positively correlated with cardiovascular diseases. Several herbal extracts have been reported to protect the cardiac injury and suppress the hyperlipidemia. However, the effect of ginger extracts on alcohol-induced hyperlipidemia and associated myocardial damage remains unclear.

Exploratory Studies of (-)-Epicatechin, a Bioactive Compound of , on the Antioxidant Enzymes and Oxidative Stress Markers in D-galactosamine-induced Hepatitis in Rats: A Study with Reference to Clinical Prospective.

Background: Hepatitis is a health problem affecting millions of people worldwide and it is the major risk factor for liver cirrhosis. In India, many plants are used to treat hepatitis. But little is known about the effects of (-)-epicatechin a bioactive compound of (PN) in hepatitis rats.

Biogenic Preparation of Gold Nanostructures Reduced from Piper longum Leaf Broth and Their Electrochemical Studies.

Exploitation of green chemical procedures for the synthesis of metal nanoparticles by biological process has received great attention in the field of nanotechnology. To demonstrate a biogenic method that involves the reduction of aqueous gold ions by the extract of Piper longum leaves leading to the formation of different morphological gold nanoparticles (AuNPs). The formation of gold nano-structures has been characterized by UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy.

Bacopa monniera Stabilized Silver Nanoparticles Attenuates Oxidative Stress Induced by Aluminum in Albino Mice.

In the recent years usage of nanomedicine plays a promising strategy in the improvement of medical treatment. The ecofriendly synthesized silver nanoparticles has introduced a new opportunity to increase the efficacy of drug by reducing its side effects. In the present study, we investigated the antioxidant property of Bacopa monniera stabilized silver nanoparticles against aluminum induced toxicity in albino mice.

Unusual extensive physiologic melanin pigmentation of the oral cavity: a clinical presentation.

Pigmented lesions are commonly found in the oral cavity. Oral pigmentations may be physiological or pathological in nature. It may represent as a localized anomaly of limited significance or the presentation of potentially life threatening multisystem disease.

Effect of alcohol on blood glucose and antioxidant enzymes in the liver and kidney of diabetic rats.

Objective: Diabetes mellitus affects every organ in the man including eyes, kidney, heart, and nervous system. Alcohol consumption is a widespread practice. As the effects of chronic alcohol consumption on diabetic state have been little studied, this study was conducted with the objective of evaluating the effect of alcohol in diabetic rats.

Crystal growth and characterization of γ-glycine grown from potassium fluoride for photonic applications.

Single crystals of γ-glycine, an organic nonlinear optical material have been synthesized in the presence of potassium fluoride (KF) by slow evaporation technique at ambient temperature. The size of the grown crystal is up to the dimension of 12 mm×10 mm×8 mm. The γ-phase was confirmed by single crystal X-ray diffraction, powder XRD and the FTIR analysis.

Expression of OsDREB2A transcription factor confers enhanced dehydration and salt stress tolerance in rice (Oryza sativa L.).

Stress responsive transcriptional regulation is an adaptive strategy of plants that alleviates the adverse effects of environmental stresses. The ectopic overexpression of Dehydration-Responsive Element Binding transcription factors (DREBs) either in homologous or in heterologous plants improved stress tolerance indicating the DRE/DREB regulon is conserved across plants. We developed 30 transgenic T(0) rice plants overexpressing OsDREB2A which were devoid of any growth penalty or phenotypic abnormalities during stressed or non-stressed conditions.

Neuroprotective effect of ginger on anti-oxidant enzymes in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats.

The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of ginger on oxidative stress markers in the mitochondrial fractions of cerebral cortex (CC), cerebellum (CB), hippocampus (HC) and hypothalamus (HT) of diabetic rats. Diabetes exacerbates neuronal injury induced by hyperglycemia mediated oxidative damage. A marked decrease in anti-oxidant marker enzymes, superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glutathione reductase (GR), reduced glutathione (GSH) and increase in malondialdehyde (MDA) was observed in the diabetic rats.

Comparative proteomic analysis of differentially expressed proteins in primary retinoblastoma tumors.

Purpose: To understand the disease mechanism and to identify the potential tumor markers that would help in therapeutics, comparative proteomic analysis of 29 retinoblastoma (RB) tumors was performed using 14 non-neoplastic retinas (age ranged from 45 to 89 years) as control tissues.

Experimental Design: 2-DE and MALDI-TOF-TOF MS/MS were used to identify differentially expressed proteins.

Results: Twenty-seven distinct differentially expressed proteins were identified, including 16 upregulated 11 downregulated proteins.