Alginic acid-functionalized silver nanoparticles: A rapid monitoring tool for detecting the technology-critical element tellurium.

The increasing global demand for tellurium, driven by its critical role in alloys, photovoltaic devices, and electronics, has raised concerns about its environmental pollution and neurotoxicity. In response, the potential of alginic acid (AA), a renewable, low-cost, and sustainable biopolymer, was explored for the biosynthesis of ultra-small silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) and their application in the detection of tellurium (Te(IV)). The effect of key synthesis parameters on desired physicochemical properties and yield of AgNPs was established to ensure high specificity and sensitivity towards Te(IV).

Targeting AKT2 in MDA-MB-231 Cells by Pyrazole Hybrids: Structural, Biological and Molecular Docking Studies.

Pyrazolic hybrids appended with naphthalene, p-chlorobenzene, o-phenol and toluene have been synthesized using Claisen Schmidt condensation reaction of 1-benzyl-3,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrazole-4-carbaldehyde. All compounds were characterized by various spectroscopic techniques. Compound (E)-3-(1-benzyl-3,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-1-(4-chlorophenyl)prop-2-en-1-one crystallizes in monoclinic crystal system with C2/c space group.

Antioxidant peptide nanohybrid: a new perspective to immobilize bioactive peptides from milk industry wastewater.

In this study, dairy industry wastewater was collected and used as a protein source. The proteins were converted into powder form using lyophilization. The proteins were digested using Bacillus subtilis (B.

Bioconcrete-Enabled Resilient Construction: a Review.

Concrete, the ubiquitous cementitious composite though immensely versatile, is crack-susceptible. Cracks let in deleterious substances causing durability issues. Superseding conventional crack-repair methods, the innovative application of microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation (MICCP) stands prominent, being based on the natural phenomenon of carbonate precipitation.

Management of Distal Femur Periprosthetic Fracture in an Elderly Patient by Open Reduction and Internal Fixation With Locking Plate Osteosynthesis -: A Case Report.

Introduction: Distal femur periprosthetic fractures are rare entityies and difficult to manage. Supracondylar femur fractures are most common amongst periprosthetic fractures. They can be managed by various modalities.

Self-assembly of soybean peroxidase nanohybrid for activity enhancement and dye decolorization: experimental and computational studies.

The soybean peroxidase (SBP) mediated nanohybrid [SBP-Cu(PO)·3HO] synthesis was carried out in the present study. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis showed a characteristic flower-like hierarchical structure of the SBP-nanohybrid. The mechanism of SBP-nanohybrid formation was elucidated using computational approaches.

Exploration of intrinsic peroxidase-like activity of Acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans spent medium and its application for glutathione detection.

Acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans (At. ferrooxidans) is a bacterium that has the ability to metabolize iron. It converts Fe into Fe during its metabolic cycle.

Bioleaching of copper from large printed circuit boards for synthesis of organic-inorganic hybrid.

The present study described a process for copper (Cu) bioleaching from waste printed circuit boards (PCBs). The 45 (± 0.18) mg/g Cu was found in waste PCBs.

Intra-articular dislocation of patella reduced by closed method - A rare case report.

Intra-articular dislocation of the patella is a rare injury. Two types of intra-articular dislocations have been described in literature. In horizontal type, the patella has rotated on its horizontal axis.

Leaching of metals from large pieces of printed circuit boards using citric acid and hydrogen peroxide.

In the present study, the leaching of metals from large pieces of computer printed circuit boards (CPCBs) was studied. A combination of citric acid (0.5 M) and 1.

Functional evaluation of patient after arthroscopic repair of rotator cuff tear.

Background: Rotator cuff tear is a common problem either after trauma or after degenerative tear in old age group. Arthroscopic repair is the current concept of rotator cuff repair. Here, we are trying to evaluate the functional outcome after arthroscopic repair of full thickness rotator cuff tear (single row) in Indian population.

Bioleaching of metals from steel slag by Acidithiobacillus thiooxidans culture supernatant.

The generation of 300–500 kg of slag per ton of the steel produced is a formidable amount of solid waste available for treatment. They usually contain considerable quantities of valuable metals. In this sense, they may become either important secondary resource if processed in eco-friendly manner for secured supply of contained metals or potential pollutants, if not treated properly.

Analysis of metal Bioleaching from thermal power plant fly ash by Aspergillus niger 34770 culture supernatant and reduction of phytotoxicity during the process.

Aspergillus niger culture supernatant is used for bioleaching process. Before starting bioleaching process, fly ash was washed with distilled water. This removed 100 % sodium, 47 % (±0.

Removal of nickel and cadmium from battery waste by a chemical method using ferric sulphate.

The removal of nickel (Ni) and cadmium (Cd) from spent batteries was studied by the chemical method. A novel leaching system using ferric sulphate hydrate was introduced to dissolve heavy metals in batteries. Ni-Cd batteries are classified as hazardous waste because Ni and Cd are suspected carcinogens.

Decolorization of Textile Dyes and Degradation of Mono-Azo Dye Amaranth by Acinetobacter calcoaceticus NCIM 2890.

Acinetobacter calcoaceticus NCIM 2890 (A. caloaceticus) was found to decolorize 20 different textile dyes of various classes. Decolorization of an azo dye amaranth was observed effectively (91%) at static anoxic condition, whereas agitated culture grew well but showed less decolorization (68%) within 48 h of incubation.

Nano and microparticle engineering of water insoluble drugs using a novel spray-drying process.

In the current study nano and microparticle engineering of water insoluble drugs was conducted using a novel piezoelectric spray-drying approach. Cyclosporin A (CyA) and dexamethasone (DEX) were encapsulated in biodegradable poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) grades of different molecular weights. Spray-drying studies carried out with the Nano Spray Dryer B-90 employed with piezoelectric driven actuator.

Decolorization of the textile dyes using purified banana pulp polyphenol oxidase.

Polyphenol oxidase (PPO) purified using DEAE-cellulose and Biogel P-100 column chromatography from banana pulp showed 12.72-fold activity and 2.49% yield.

Degradation of tannic acid by cold-adapted Klebsiella sp NACASA1 and phytotoxicity assessment of tannic acid and its degradation products.

Background, Aim, And Scope: The focus of the present study is to know the potential of bacterial isolate for tannic acid degradation at low temperature. Also, we tried to evaluate the suitability of phytotoxicity testing protocol for the determination of tannic acid toxicity.

Methods: Screening for tannic acid degrading bacterial strains was carried out by using microbial isolation techniques.

Efficient industrial dye decolorization by Bacillus sp. VUS with its enzyme system.

This work presents role of different enzymes in decolorization of industrial dye Orange T4LL by Bacillus sp. VUS. Bacillus sp.

Antiaflatoxigenic and antioxidant activity of an essential oil from Ageratum conyzoides L.

Background: Aflatoxin contamination of various commodities can occur as a result of infection, mainly by Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. Every year, almost 25% of the world's food supply is contaminated by mycotoxins. Aflatoxins B(1), B(2), G(1) and G(2), which occur naturally, are significant contaminants of a wide variety of commodities.

Physicochemical stability and biological activity of Withania somnifera extract under real-time and accelerated storage conditions.

Stability testing at preformulation stages is a crucial part of drug development. We studied physicochemical stability and biological activity of Withania somnifera (ashwagandha) dried root aqueous extract during six months real-time and under accelerated storage conditions. The characteristic constituents of ashwagandha roots include withanolides such as withaferin A and withanolide A.

Effect of inducers on the decolorization and biodegradation of textile azo dye Navy blue 2GL by Bacillus sp. VUS.

Bacillus sp. VUS decolorized azo dye Navy blue 2GL in 48 h at static anoxic condition in yeast extract medium, whereas it took only 18 h for the decolorization in presence of CaCl(2). Different inducers played role in the decolorization of Navy blue 2GL.

Biodegradation of Direct Red 5B, a textile dye by newly isolated Comamonas sp. UVS.

Soil samples collected from the vicinity of "Manpasand textile industry", located near Ichalkaranji, India were studied for screening and isolation of bacterial strains capable of degradation of textile dyes. A potential strain was selected on the basis of rapid dye degradation and later identified as Comamonas sp. UVS.