Hydration behavior of asparagine: an approach using time domain reflectometry at low temperatures.

The dielectric behavior of Asparagine (CHNO) in water over the frequency range of 10 MHz to 30 GHz in the temperature region of 278.15-303.15 K in a step of 5 K has been carried out using time domain reflectometry (TDR) at various concentrations of asparagine.

Dynamics, mechanistic and energetic evaluation of thiazole-thiadiazole compounds in flavin dependent thymidylate synthase of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Tuberculosis (TB), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), remains a significant global health challenge due to the emergence of drug-resistant strains. This study targets Flavin-dependent thymidylate synthase (ThyX), an essential enzyme in the thymidylate biosynthesis pathway crucial for bacterial DNA replication. We utilized advanced computational techniques, including molecular dynamics (MD) simulations and interaction energy analysis, to examine the binding interactions and stability of various thiazole-thiadiazole compounds with Mtb ThyX.

Optical and Band Gap Study of Violet-Blue Broadband Emitting Dy Codoped YSiO:Ce Phosphor for nUV White Light-Emitting Diodes.

YSiO:Ce, YSiO:Dy, and YSiO:Ce and Dy phosphors were successfully synthesized using the oxalate wet chemical method. Phase purity, emission and excitation spectra, FTIR, and the chromaticity coordinate were adopted to represent the performance of the samples. The photoluminescence (PL) spectrum YSiO:Ce and Dy phosphor shows a broadband in violet-blue region with a bandwidth of nearly 75 nm due to combine effect of Ce-Dy ions with another emission peaks of Dy ions peaking at 574 nm.

Advancing agriculture with functional NM: "pathways to sustainable and smart farming technologies".

The integration of nanotechnology in agriculture offers a transformative approach to improving crop yields, resource efficiency, and ecological sustainability. This review highlights the application of functional NM, such as nano-formulated agrochemicals, nanosensors, and slow-release fertilizers, which enhance the effectiveness of fertilizers and pesticides while minimizing environmental impacts. By leveraging the unique properties of NM, agricultural practices can achieve better nutrient absorption, reduced chemical runoff, and improved water conservation.

The Kondo effect in superparamagnetic 30% Co-Ni/NiO nanocomposites: detailed transport and magnetic investigations.

Nanocomposites of 20% and 30% Co-doped Ni/NiO were synthesized using a microwave-assisted sol-gel auto-combustion method. The 30% Co-doped Ni/NiO nanocomposite exhibited negative magnetoresistance (M-R) at various temperatures, including 2 K, 10 K, 80 K, 100 K, and 250 K. This behavior is interpreted as indicative of a Kondo-like scattering effect.

"Investigating impact of Ni-Cd substitution on structural magnetic and optical properties of nanosize Al ferrites".

Ferrites are among the most extensively studied materials, specifically due to their amazing and diverse characteristics. Therefore, we synthesized NiCdAlFeO (NCAF) ferrites using a microwave auto-combustion process, with x varying from 0.0 to 1.

Intense Blue Emission Energy Transfer Analysis in Ce-Eu Activated NaBa(PO) Phosphors for Blue LEDs and Plant Growth Technologies.

Phosphites are being recognized as the new emerging candidates for luminescence in the modern era. In the proposed research article, Ce/Eu co-activated NaBa(PO) phosphite phosphors synthesized utilizing sol-gel technique. Through the use of XRD and Rietveld refinement, the phase identity and crystal structure of produced phosphor are examined.

Fungal Planet description sheets: 1614-1696.

Novel species of fungi described in this study include those from various countries as follows: , in leaves of , among deep leaf litter, from uredinium of on , on well-rotted twigs and litter in mixed wet sclerophyll and subtropical rainforest. , on twigs of , on bark, in savannas with shrubs and trees. , on leaves of , (incl.

Evaluation of Ion Recombination Correction for Indigenously Developed Farmer Ion Chamber in Flattening Filter-Free Photon Beams.

Purpose And Aim: Modern generation linear accelerator (linac) either generates X-rays with a flattening filter (WFF beam) or without flattening filter free (FFF beam). The FFF beams are associated with a significantly higher dose per pulse compared to WFF beams due to the absence of a flattening filter and the corresponding attenuation caused by it. This results in increased ion recombination and a larger saturation correction factor (k).

Pyrimidine-based sulfonamides and acetamides as potent antimicrobial Agents: Synthesis, Computational Studies, and biological assessment.

A series of novel sulfonamide and acetamide derivatives of pyrimidine were synthesized and their antimicrobial activities were assessed. Based on the Microbroth dilution method, the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of the synthesized compounds demonstrated moderate to good levels of antifungal and antibacterial activity. Structure-activity relationship analysis suggested that the presence of electron-withdrawing groups, such as halogens, nitrile, and nitro groups, on the pyrimidine ring contributed to the enhanced antimicrobial potency, while electron-donating substituents led to a decrease in activity.

Comparative microstructural analysis of VOnanoparticles via x-ray diffraction (XRD) technique.

Vanadium pentoxide (VO) nanoparticles exhibit diverse properties and have been studied for a wide range of applications, including energy storage, catalysis, environmental remediation, and material enhancement. In this work, we have reported the synthesis of vanadium pentaoxide (VO) nanoparticles using hydrothermal method. Ammonium metavanadate (NHVO) was used as a source of vanadium.

Highly Efficient Far-Red Emitting MgCaNa(PO): Ce, Eu Luminescent Glasses: A Novel Approach Towards Plant Cultivation Technologies.

One of the exciting developments in contemporary luminescence research is the development of rare earth triggered luminescent glasses, which are a type of lanthanide activated luminous material. For the first time, Ce, Eu activated/co-activated MgCaNa(PO) orthophosphate glasses have been synthesized using the proposed work's melt quenching technique. The proposed glass sample's XRD pattern has an amorphous character, although its most prominent peak matches data from the MgCaNa(PO) standard ICSD database.

Synthesis, biological evaluation, and molecular docking of novel 1,3,4-substituted-thiadiazole derivatives as potential anticancer agent.

In an attempt to develop potent anti-cancer agents, a new 1,3,4-substituted-thiadiazole derivatives (8b-g), starting from 4-substituted-thiazol-2-chloroacetamides (4b-g), were synthesized and evaluated for their cytotoxic effects on multiple human cancer cell lines, including the hepatocellular carcinoma (HEPG-2), human lung carcinoma (A549), human breast carcinoma (MCF-7) and pseudo-normal human embryonic liver (L02) cancer cell lines by an MTT assay. Among all synthesized compounds, compound 8d showed the potent anti-cancer activities with GI values of 2.98, 2.

Efficacy and Viability of Subgingival Application of Probiotics as an Adjunct to Scaling and Root Planing in Periodontitis.

Aim: This study aimed to compare the efficacy of subgingivally applied probiotics as an adjunct to scaling and root planing (SRP) vs SRP alone in patients with periodontitis.

Materials And Methods: Patients diagnosed with periodontitis, with probing pocket depth (PPD) of 5-7 mm on at least two teeth on contralateral sites, were selected for the study and randomly allocated to the test group (n = 31) who underwent SRP along with subgingival application of probiotic paste and the control group (n = 31) who underwent only SRP. Clinical parameters were evaluated in both groups at baseline and after 12 weeks.

Rapid spectrophotometric determination and extraction of platinum(IV) from pharmaceuticals assisted by 2-(2-(1-(thiophene-2-yl) ethylidene) hydrazinyl) benzoic acid (TEHBA).

It has been suggested that the chelating agent 2-(2-(1-thiophene-2-yl) ethylidene) hydrazinyl) benzoic acid (TEHBA) be utilized to extract, separate and measure platinum(IV) by UV-visible spectrophotometry at the microgram level. Following 5 min of heating the reaction mixture in a water bath, Pt(IV)-TEHBA complex formed. This complex was formed in the presence of potassium iodide solution with a molar absorption coefficient 1.

Synthesis, Biological and Molecular Docking Studies of Thiazole-Thiadiazole derivatives as potential Anti-Tuberculosis Agents.

Tuberculosis remains a global health threat, with increasing infection rates and mortality despite existing anti-TB drugs. The present work focuses on the research findings regarding the development and evaluation of thiadiazole-linked thiazole derivatives as potential anti-tuberculosis agents. We present the synthesis data and confirm the compound structures using spectroscopic techniques.

Stereotactic radiosurgery in India: A nationwide survey of technology and quality assurance practices.

Purpose: India is rapidly adopting advanced treatments like Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS). However, there is a paucity of data on SRS practice. The aim of study is to assess the current status of technology and practices of machine quality assurance (QA) and patient specific quality assurance for SRS in India.

Metal nanoparticles as inhibitors of enzymes and toxins of multidrug-resistant .

is an aerobic Gram-positive spherical bacterium known to cause a broad range of infections worldwide. It is a major cause of infective skin and soft infections and severe and life-threatening conditions, such as pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and endocarditis. The emergence of drug-resistant strains of , particularly methicillin-resistant (MRSA), has become a significant concern in the healthcare community.

Antimicrobial flavonoid: targeting DNA gyrase adeptly.

A phytochemical investigation of involved the isolation of flavones and steroids, along with triterpenoids. The identified chemical constituents were characterized as baicalein, baicalein-7-O-β-D-glucuronide, lup-20(29)-ene-3α,23-diol, β-sitosterol, and stigmasterol. Notably, baicalein (4) and baicalein-7-O-β-D-glucuronide (5) demonstrated significant antimicrobial activity at a low minimum inhibitory concentration against , , and .

Dietary manganese nano-particles improves gene regulation and biochemical attributes for mitigation of lead and ammonia toxicity in fish.

In the present study, we explored the capability of manganese nanoparticles (Mn-NPs) to alleviate the toxicity induced by lead (Pb) and ammonia (NH) toxicity in Oreochromis niloticus (GIFT strain). The experiment followed a completely randomized design, including a control group (Mn-NPs-0 mg kg diet) and groups exposed to Pb and NH alongwith Mn-NPs at 2 and 3 mg kg. Cortisol levels were significantly elevated in Pb + NH group whereas reduced by Mn-NPs diets.

An overview of green synthesized silver nanoparticles towards bioactive antibacterial, antimicrobial and antifungal applications.

Present review emphatically introduces the synthesis, biocompatibility, and applications of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), including their antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antifungal properties. A comprehensive discussion of various synthesis methods for AgNPs, with a particular focus on green chemistry mediated by plant extracts has been made. Recent research has revealed that the optical properties of AgNPs, including surface plasmon resonance (SPR), depend on the particle size, as well as the synthesis methods, preparation synthesis parameters, and used reducing agents.

Synthesis, Structural, Spectroscopic, Fluorescence, and Dielectric Studies of Bis-(4-Aminopyridine)-Zinc(II) Acetate: A Metal-Organic Crystal.

The advancement of crystalline growth and characterization tools allows us to investigate novel nonlinear optical substances suitable for photonic applications. Bis-(4-aminopyridine)-zinc(II) acetate (B4AZA), a metal-organic crystal was produced in this study using the slow evaporation procedure at room temperature. Analytical studies such as X-ray crystallography, Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR), UV-visible (UV-Vis), fluorescence, second harmonic generation (SHG), and dielectric tests were used to characterize the as-grown B4AZA crystals.

First descriptions of the females of Cyclogomphus heterostylus Selys, 1854 and Ictinogomphus distinctus Ram, 1985 from India, with comments on the status of Cyclogomphus wilkinsi Fraser, 1926 (Odonata: Gomphidae).

The present paper deals with the first descriptions of the females of two endemic Gomphid dragonflies of India, namely Cyclogomphus heterostylus Selys, 1854 and Ictinogomphus distinctus Ram, 1985, based on the specimens collected from Maharashtra, India. Additionally present status of Cyclogomphus wilkinsi Fraser, 1926 in India is also discussed.