468 results match your criteria: "Bengal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research[Affiliation]"

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Argemone mexicana L. (Papaveraceae), a weed that thrives in the tropical and subtropical areas of South and Central America, Mexico, Caribbean Islands and India. In India, it has been used traditionally to treat vesicular calculus, inflammatory conditions, and hepatobiliary disorders.

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The biomedical applications of artificial intelligence: an overview of decades of research.

J Drug Target

January 2025

Department of Pharmaceutics, Bharat Pharmaceutical Technology, Amtali, Agartala, Tripura, India.

A significant area of computer science called artificial intelligence (AI) is successfully applied to the analysis of intricate biological data and the extraction of substantial associations from datasets for a variety of biomedical uses. AI has attracted significant interest in biomedical research due to its features: (i) better patient care through early diagnosis and detection; (ii) enhanced workflow; (iii) lowering medical errors; (v) lowering medical costs; (vi) reducing morbidity and mortality; (vii) enhancing performance; (viii) enhancing precision; and (ix) time efficiency. Quantitative metrics are crucial for evaluating AI implementations, providing insights, enabling informed decisions, and measuring the impact of AI-driven initiatives, thereby enhancing transparency, accountability, and overall impact.

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Repercussion of SARS-CoV-2 on the Sexual Function in Males Updated Review.

Infect Disord Drug Targets

December 2024

Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bengal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research, Durgapur, 713212, West Bengal, India.

SARS-CoV-2, also called coronavirus causes SARS-CoV-2 or severe acute respir-atory syndrome, a highly transmissible disease that has rapidly spread worldwide, straining healthcare systems and leading to a substantial number of fatalities. Interestingly, SARS-CoV-2 has revealed a gender difference, with males dying at a greater rate and with more severe cases than women. It's worth noting that the male reproductive system might be par-ticularly susceptible to damage during periods of moderate to severe sickness, which has been linked to cases of orchitis and erectile dysfunction.

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Acute cerebral ischemia is a leading cause of death and disability, particularly among old adults. The narrow therapeutic window and risk of hemorrhagic transformation largely limit patient eligibility for the current treatment. The neuroinflammatory signaling pathway involving the prostaglandin E2 (PGE) receptor subtype EP2 has now been clarified to contribute to the secondary neurotoxicity following ischemic stroke.

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Skin aging, often called as premature skin aging, is the hastened deterioration of the skin resulting from multiple factors, including UV radiation, environmental contaminants, inadequate nutrition, stress, etc. Dietary phytochemicals, present in fruits, vegetables, and other plant-derived meals, have gained interest due to their efficiency to eradicate free radicals and lowering the release of inflammatory mediators which accounts for premature skin aging. Several dietary phytochemicals, i.

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Evaluating the impact of neonicotinoids on aquatic non-target species: A comprehensive review.

Environ Toxicol Pharmacol

January 2025

Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Italy; Department of Eco-sustainable Marine Biotechnology, Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Naples, Italy. Electronic address:

Neonicotinoid insecticides (NNIs) are the fastest-growing class in agricultural protection. They target nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChR) in pests, stimulating the nervous system at low doses and causing paralysis and death at higher concentrations. NNIs are used in crop protection, seed treatment, forestry, agriculture, and flea control in domestic cattle.

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  • The text discusses the importance of forecasting future health issues in the USA for effective planning and public awareness regarding disease and injury burdens.
  • It describes the methodology for predicting life expectancy, cause-specific mortality, and disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs) from 2022 to 2050 using the Global Burden of Diseases framework.
  • The forecasting includes various scenarios to assess the potential impacts of health risks and improvements across the country, focusing on demographic trends and health-related risk factors.
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  • The opioid crisis has evolved into a global issue affecting various socioeconomic and cultural areas, with traditional treatment methods proving insufficient.
  • A narrative review was conducted using multiple databases to explore the complex factors contributing to this epidemic, acknowledging the potential for bias in article selection.
  • Despite some progress with Opioid Substitution Therapy, U.S. overdose deaths remain alarmingly high and are projected to increase; the authors suggest a need for a new treatment approach that targets brain neurotransmitter systems for better management.
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Honeybees play a vital role in pollination and the maintenance of ecosystem biodiversity, making their health and well-being crucial for agriculture and environmental sustainability. Bee health is modulated by symbiotic microorganisms colonizing the gut in balanced proportions. Studies have demonstrated that these beneficial bacteria have the capacity to enhance the immune system of honey bees, having substantial impact on regulating their immunological responses and hence aiding in defending against pathogenic illnesses.

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  • * Activation of AURKs triggers important cellular signaling pathways, and their dysregulation is linked to cancer, making them key targets for anticancer drug research.
  • * Recent studies have identified several potent AURK inhibitors, with specific compounds showing very low IC values, suggesting their potential effectiveness in suppressing tumor growth and inducing cancer cell death, guiding medicinal chemists in developing stronger and safer treatments.
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Neurofibromatosis (NF) is identified as genetic disorder characterized by multiple tumors on nerve tissues. NF1 is the most prevalent form, identified by neurofibromas and skin changes. NF1 is the most prevalent neurofibromatosis disorder, distinct from the rarer NF2 and schwannomatosis (SWN) conditions.

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Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) has established predictive biomarkers that enable decisions on treatment regimens for many patients. However, resistance to therapy is widespread. It is therefore essential to have a panel of molecular biomarkers that may help overcome therapy resistance and prevent adverse effects of treatment.

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Aminothiazoles are the important class of chemical groups which have proven their broad range of biological activities. A novel aminothiazole (21MAT) was quantified in analytical solutions using a high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) approach that was developed and partially validated for the analysis of in vitro experimental samples. An isocratic elution on reverse phase Phenomenex Luna C (50 mm × 4.

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Anthrax: A narrative review.

New Microbes New Infect

December 2024

Department of Medical Sciences, School of Medical and Life Sciences, Sunway University, Bandar Sunway, 47500, Selangor Darul Ehsan Malaysia.

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  • Anthrax is a zoonotic bacterium primarily affecting humans through contact with infected animals or their products, with no evidence of human-to-human transmission, yet the potential for mutations raises concerns.
  • Herbivorous animals are the main reservoirs, and infection can lead to serious health issues like skin infections, pneumonia, and central nervous system infections.
  • This article reviews current diagnostic methods, therapies, and strategies for preventing anthrax, emphasizing the need for ongoing epidemiological studies and future vaccine developments.
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Short non-coding ribonucleic acids are also known as "Micro ribonucleic acids (miRNAs)". The miRNAs make a contribution to the regulation of genes and mitigation of cancer cell growth in humans. miRNAs play a significant role in several BPs, namely apoptosis, cell cycle progression, and development.

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  • Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) is crucial in Alzheimer's disease, as inhibiting it could raise acetylcholine levels, potentially improving cognitive function.
  • A study screened 2500 compounds from traditional medicinal plants, identifying 80 with good properties and narrowing down to three top candidates based on their binding affinity to AChE.
  • The selected compounds underwent various evaluations, including molecular dynamics simulations and Density Functional Theory analysis, confirming their stability and potential as effective treatments for Alzheimer's disease.
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Starch-based bio-membrane for water purification, biomedical waste, and environmental remediation.

Int J Biol Macromol

December 2024

Gomal Center of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Gomal University, D.I.Khan 29050, Pakistan. Electronic address:

This review article explores the utilization of starch-based materials as smart materials for the removal of dyes and heavy metals from wastewater, highlighting their cost-effectiveness, biodegradability, and biocompatibility. It addresses the critical need for clean water, emphasizing the contamination caused by industrial activities, such as printing, textile, cosmetic, and leather tanning industries. Starch and its derivatives demonstrate significant potential in water purification technology, effectively removing toxicants through hydrogen bonding, electrostatic interactions, and complexation.

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As climate change intensifies, urgent action is needed to address global warming and its associated health risks, particularly in vulnerable regions. Rising global temperature and increasing frequency of heatwaves present a hidden health risk, disrupting the body's temperature regulation and leading to severe consequences such as heat stress-induced multiple organ dysfunction (HS-MOD). Multiple organ injury triggered by heat stress involves complex molecular pathways such as nitric oxide dysregulation, inflammation, oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, calcium homeostasis disruption, and autophagy impairment that contribute to cellular damage.

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Diabetes-related ulcers and slow-healing wounds pose a significant health risk to individuals due to their uncertain causes. Mortality rates for diabetes foot ulcers (DFUs) range from 10% after 16 months to 24% after five years. The use of bioactive phytochemicals can play a key role in healing wounds in a predictable time.

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Protective effect of Tecoma stans (L.) Juss.ex Kunth in CFA-induced arthritic rats.

J Ethnopharmacol

January 2025

School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan Deemed to Be University, Bhubaneswar, 751003, Odisha, India. Electronic address:

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Tecoma stans (L.) Juss.ex Kunth (Bignoniaceae) is mainly found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

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Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is a serious neurodegenerative condition that predominantly impacts the cholinergic neurons of the entorhinal cortex and hippocampal regions, playing a critical role in learning, navigation, and brain processing. This paper aims to discuss the three main hypotheses of Alzheimer's disease, focusing on neurotoxicity and neurodegeneration caused by mitochondrial dysfunction and ROS production, particularly analyzing the susceptibility differences between genders. Our comprehensive review focuses on significant findings from the past five years, particularly on Cholinesterase (ChE) and BACE-1 inhibitors.

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A Complex Relationship Among the Circadian Rhythm, Reward Circuit and Substance Use Disorder (SUD).

Psychol Res Behav Manag

October 2024

Division of Addiction Research & Education, Center for Sports, Exercise, and Mental Health, Western University Health Sciences, Pomona, CA, 91766, USA.

The human brain not only controls the various physiological functions but is also the prime regulator of circadian rhythms, rewards, and behaviors. Environmental factors, professional stress, and social disintegration are regarded as the initial causative factors of addiction behavior. Shift work, artificial light exposure at night, and chronic and acute jet lag influence circadian rhythm dysfunction.

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Brain cancer is regarded as one of the most life-threatening forms of cancer worldwide. Oxidative stress acts to derange normal brain homeostasis, thus is involved in carcinogenesis in brain. The Nrf2/Keap1/ARE pathway is an important signaling cascade responsible for the maintenance of redox homeostasis, and regulation of anti-inflammatory and anticancer activities by multiple downstream pathways.

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Colorectal cancer (CRC) continues to be a global health concern, necessitating further research into its complex biology and innovative treatment approaches. The etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of colorectal cancer are summarized in this thorough review along with recent developments. The multifactorial nature of colorectal cancer is examined, including genetic predispositions, environmental factors, and lifestyle decisions.

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  • - Probiotics, especially the strain Bacillus subtilis (NMCC-path-14) isolated from buffalo, are being researched for their health benefits, including the prevention of gastrointestinal issues and diarrhea.
  • - In a study with Balb/c mice, NMCC-path-14 showed no adverse effects over a 28-day treatment, indicating a no-observed-adverse-effect level (NOAEL) greater than 1 × 10 CFU/animal/day.
  • - The treatment improved various health indicators, such as increasing food intake and hemoglobin levels, while also enhancing antioxidant enzyme activity and promoting a beneficial gut bacteria balance, suggesting NMCC-path-14 could be a safe probiotic for humans.
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