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The purpose of the present research was to prepare a novel biodegradable coating of whey protein (whey) and essential oil of (forms of free (EO) and Pickering emulsion (NEO)) to improve the shelf life of beef. In this study, various microbiological, chemical, and sensory analyses were performed. The results showed that after 18 days, the highest and lowest microbiological counts were related to control samples and whey-NEO treatments, respectively.

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  • Candidiasis and pityriasis versicolor are fungal infections treated by conventional drugs, but the risk of side effects and resistance has led to exploring phytochemicals as alternatives.
  • A herbal nano hydrogel was created from Quince Seed extract and essential oils, showing antifungal activity against specific yeast strains in lab tests, especially when combined, enhancing effectiveness.
  • The new plant-based nano formulation demonstrated promising antifungal properties comparable to existing medications, with ongoing research to assess its safety and action mechanism.
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First report of Verticillium wilt caused by Verticillium dahliae on Russian olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia) in Iran.

Plant Dis

December 2020

Agricultural and Natural Resources Research Center of Semnan Province (Shahrood), AREEO, Shahrood, Iran. , Plant Protection Research Departmet, Agricultural and Natural Resources Research Center of Semnan Province (Shahrood), Bastam, Shahrood, Iran, Shahrood, Shahrood/Semnan, Iran (the Islamic Republic of), 3641614811;

Russian olive, also known as, Persian olive or oleaster (Elaeagnus angustifolia L.) is a species in the Elaeagnaceae family native to western and central Asia. In some orchards in Iran, intercropping Russian olive or Prunus trees with vegetables is a common practice.

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