Metrology of Ar-N/O Mixture Atmospheric Pressure Pulsed DC Jet Plasma and its Application in Bio-Decontamination.

Atmospheric pressure plasma jets are gaining a lot of attention due to their widespread applications in the field of bio-decontamination, polymer modification, material processing, deposition of thin film, and nanoparticle fabrication. Herein, we are reporting the disinfection of , and bacteria using plasma jet. In this regard, Ar-O, Ar-N, and Ar-O-N mixture plasma is generated and characterized using optical and electrical characterization.

Theoretical investigations of thermoelectric phenomena in binary semiconducting skutterudites.

In this study, we explored the thermoelectric properties of the host thermoelectric materials (TM), namely, binary skutterudites, using a combination of simulations based on density functional theory and post-DFT Boltzmann's semiclassical theory. The calculations were performed close to the Fermi surface for the Seebeck coefficient and other thermoelectric parameters. Our results demonstrated that CoSb exhibited the highest Seebeck value at room temperature among all the compounds (CoP, CoAs, CoSb, IrP, IrAs, IrSb, RhAs, and RhSb), which confirmed that this compound is an ideal host material for thermoelectric applications.

Mentha: A genus rich in vital nutra-pharmaceuticals-A review.

The genus Mentha comprises several aromatic species, which are cultivated world-over due to their distinct aroma and commercial value. In addition to traditional food flavoring uses, Mentha are well recognized for their folk medicinal uses, especially to treat cold, fever, and digestive and cardiovascular disorders. A number of biological activities such as antioxidant, antimicrobial, biopesticidal, antitumor, anticancer, antiviral, antiallergic, antiinflammatory, antihypertensive, and urease inhibitory activity have been ascribed to Mentha.

Biotransformation of benzoin by Sphingomonas sp. LK11 and ameliorative effects on growth of Cucumis sativus.

Plant endophytes play vital role in plant growth promotion as well as in abiotic and biotic stress tolerance. They also mediate biotransformation of complex organic materials to simpler and useful by-product. Therefore, the role of plant endophyte in plant growth promotion and stress tolerance has gained considerable attention in recent days.

Studies on Bronchodilator Activity of Salvia officinalis (Sage): Possible Involvement of K Channel Activation and Phosphodiesterase Inhibition.

The aqueous methanolic extract of the aerial parts of Salvia officinalis (So.Cr) was studied to provide possible underlying mechanism(s) for its medicinal use in asthma using the in vivo bronchodilatory assay and isolated tracheal preparations. S.

Antidiarrheal and Antispasmodic Activities of Buddleja polystachya are Mediated Through Dual Inhibition of Ca(++) Influx and Phosphodiesterase Enzyme.

This study describes the antidiarrheal and antispasmodic activities of the hydro-alcoholic extract of Buddleja polystachya (Bp.Cr) with possible mode of action explored along with activity-directed fractionation. Bp.

Studies on tracheorelaxant and anti-inflammatory activities of rhizomes of Polygonatum verticillatum.

Background: The present study describes the tracheorelaxant and anti-inflammatory effects of Polygonatum verticillatum which may support its medicinal use in hyperactive airway complaints and inflammatory disorders.

Methods: The tracheorelaxant activity of crude extract of the rhizomes of P. verticillatum (PR) was assessed in isolated guinea-pig tracheal tissues immersed in tissue organ bath filled with Tyrode's solution and a continuous supply of carbogen gas (95% O2 and 5% CO2).

Bronchodilator activity of aerial parts of Polygonatum verticillatum augmented by anti-inflammatory activity: attenuation of Ca²⁺ channels and lipoxygenase.

Polygonatum verticillatum is commonly used for the treatment of asthma and inflammation. The current study was aimed to scrutinize the pharmacological profile of methanolic extract of the aerial parts (PA). Isolated tracheal preparations were used for the evaluation of bronchodilatory activity, whilst the in vivo carrageenan-induced paw oedema test and an in vitro lipoxygenase (LOX) inhibitory assay were used for the assessment of the anti-inflammatory profile of PA.

Evaluation of gut modulatory and bronchodilator activities of Amaranthus spinosus Linn.

Background: The aqueous-methanolic extract of Amaranthus spinosus (A. spinosus Linn.,) whole plant, was studied for its laxative, spasmolytic and bronchodilator activities to validate some of its medicinal uses.

Species differences in the antidiarrheal and antispasmodic activities of Lepidium sativum and insight into underlying mechanisms.

The aim of this study was to see if the crude extract of Lepidium sativum (Ls.Cr) exhibits species specificity in its antidiarrheal and antispasmodic activities along with insight into the underlying mechanisms using the in-vivo and in-vitro experiments. Ls.

Studies on prokinetic, laxative and spasmodic activities of Phyllanthus emblica in experimental animals.

This study was aimed to provide pharmacological basis for the medicinal use of Phyllanthus emblica fruit in indigestion and constipation using the in-vivo and in-vitro assays. The crude extract of the dried fruits of Phyllanthus emblica (Pe.Cr) and its fractions were tested positive for alkaloids, saponins, tannins, terpenes, flavonoids, sterols and coumarins.

Antipyretic and anticonvulsant activity of Polygonatum verticillatum: comparison of rhizomes and aerial parts.

The current study was undertaken to explore the antipyretic and anticonvulsant profile of the Polygonatum verticillatum in established pharmacological paradigms. The crude methanol extract of rhizomes (PR) and aerial parts (PA) of the plant were tested in Brewer's-yeast-induced pyrexia and pentylenetetrazole-induced convulsion test. PR and PA both evoked prominent antipyretic activity (p < 0.

Pharmacological Basis for the Medicinal Use of Lepidium sativum in Airways Disorders.

Lepidium sativum is widely used in folk medicine for treatment of hyperactive airways disorders, such as asthma, bronchitis and cough. The crude extract of Lepidium sativum (Ls.Cr) inhibited carbachol (CCh, 1 μM-) and K(+) (80 mM-) induced contractions in a pattern similar to that of dicyclomine.

Studies on antidiarrheal and antispasmodic activities of Lepidium sativum crude extract in rats.

This study was aimed to provide the pharmacological basis for the medicinal use of Lepidium sativum in diarrhea using in vivo and in vitro assays. The seed extract of Lepidium sativum (Ls.Cr) at 100 and 300 mg/kg inhibited castor oil-induced diarrhea in rats.

Pharmacological basis for the medicinal use of Holarrhena antidysenterica in gut motility disorders.

Context: Holarrhena antidysenterica Wall. (Apocynaceae) is widely used in traditional medical system for treatment of constipation, colic, and diarrhea.

Aim: This study was carried out to provide pharmacological basis for medicinal use of Holarrhena antidysenterica in gastrointestinal disorders.