Influence of the substitution of different functional groups on the gas sensing and light harvesting efficiency of zero-dimensional coronene quantum dot: A first principle DFT study.

The present study accounts for the structural and electronic properties of a zero-dimensional coronene quantum dot (QD) and its substituted structures with seven different functional groups. The substitution of functional groups lead to the alteration of the centrosymmetric geometry of the coronene flake and thus, incredible properties were observed for the functionalized QDs. The increment in the band gap after the substitution of the functional groups was responsible for the increase in the chemical stability.

Protein extracted from Moringa oleifera Lam. Leaves: Bio-evaluation and characterization as suitable plant-based meat-protein alternative.

This study aimed to isolate and characterize moringa leaf protein (MLP) via HPLC and evaluate its consumption's effects through rat model. Four groups of Albino Wistar rats (n = 25 each) along with a control group (n = 25) were acclimatized. The isolated MLP was added to the basal diet (casein; control) in various percentages (25, 50, 75, 100%) for a 21-day experimental period.

L.: Ethnobotany, Phytochemistry, Phytonanotechnology, and Commercial Application.

Background: After a period of prolonged indifference, where synthetic drugs were preferred, interest in the biological aspects and bioactive ingredients of plants accountable for therapeutic potential has been explored eminently. L. is a perennial herb that has been widely utilized in Indian (Ayurveda, Unani, and Siddha), American, and Chinese folk medicine and herbalism practice for curing a wide range of ailments in human beings.

Bioefficacy of L. phytoextract against foodborne bacteria: optimization and bioactive compound analysis.

To elucidate the antibacterial activity of L. phytoextract, evaluate its polyphenol profile and optimize conditions against certain common foodborne bacteria. After polarity-based sequential extraction, phytoextracts were tested for antibacterial potential against antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Biosolids application enhances the growth of Aloe vera plants and provides a sustainable practice for nutrient recirculation in agricultural soils.

In the present study, the fertilization potential of biosolids (sewage sludge; SS) for the cultivation of Aloe vera plants was investigated using block design. Pot experiments were conducted in this study using 50, 100, 150, and 200 g/kg of SS. Results showed that SS-fertilized soils significantly (p < 0.

Mangiferin from Blume with and anti-inflammatory potential.

The bioassay-guided fractionation of the extract of aerial parts of resulted in two fractions 3 and 4 with moderate and potent antioxidant activity, respectively. The purification of fraction 3 gave swertiamarin (), while the LCMS profile of fraction 4 unveiled the presence of another constituent along with swertiamarin. The extensive purification of fraction 4 led to the unusual isolation of mangiferin () from .

An appraisal to hydrochemical characterization, source identification, and potential health risks of sulfate and nitrate in groundwater of Bemetara district, Central India.

Gypsum-enriched aquifers (GEA) and intensive agriculture regions (IAR) in semi-arid regions are responsible for very high amounts of sulfate and nitrate in many groundwater systems of the world, respectively. However, in such regions, the problem of nitrate pollution and its associated health risk has been increasing and emerging as a global issue. However, along with nitrate, sulfate contamination and its potential health risks are often neglected worldwide in these regions.

A safe haven of SARS-CoV-2 in the environment: Prevalence and potential transmission risks in the effluent, sludge, and biosolids.

The novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, which has caused millions of death globally is recognized to be unstable and recalcitrant in the environment, especially in the way it has been evolving to form new and highly transmissible variants. Of particular concerns are human-environment interactions and the handling and reusing the environmental materials, such as effluents, sludge, or biosolids laden with the SARS-CoV-2 without adequate treatments, thereby suggesting potential transmission and health risks. This study assesses the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in effluents, sludge, and biosolids.

Incredible Combination of Lifestyle Modification and Herbal Remedies for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Management.

A relatively frequent endocrine-metabolic illness called polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is characterized by polycystic ovaries, persistent anovulation, and hyperandrogenism, which cause symptoms such as irregular menstruation, infertility, and hirsutism. PCOS is linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and increased amounts of androgens, or male hormones. The sedentary lifestyle, dietary fluctuations, inactivity, and stress are other contributing variables.

Debunking multi-lingual social media posts using deep learning.

Fake news on social media has become a growing concern due to its potential impact on shaping public opinion. The proposed Debunking Multi-Lingual Social Media Posts using Deep Learning (DSMPD) approach offers a promising solution to detect fake news. The DSMPD approach involves creating a dataset of English and Hindi social media posts using web scraping and Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques.

Optimized, simple and selective analytical tool for determination of carcinogenic aniline in wastewater.

Here, we explored a low-cost, rapid, sensitive, and selective practical approach to manifest carcinogenic anilines by using oxone as an oxidant to mitigate its presence in wastewater. The calibration curves for OAP & PAP indicate reasonable sensitivity, percent recovery & correlation in the range 2.18-9.

Metabolomic Profile by GC/MS and Antioxidant, Antidiabetic and Anti-Inflammatory Activities of Green Solvent Extracts of Heterospathe elata Leaves.

Plants are the prime source of phytoconstituents that can act as potent agents for the prevention and treatment of various diseases. Heterospathe elata is a plant belonging to the Arecaceae family having numerous medicinal properties. The present study was undertaken to prepare crude extracts of Heterospathe elata leaves with solvents of different polarity dimethyl carbonate (DMC), isopropyl alcohol (IPA), hydro alcohol (HYA) and water (WTR) by using successive Soxhlet extraction method.

Biodegradation of low-density polyethylene (LDPE) through application of indigenous strain Alcaligenes faecalis ISJ128.

The resiliency of plastic products against microbial degradation in natural environment often creates devastating changes for humans, plants, and animals on the earth's surface. Biodegradation of plastics using indigenous bacteria may serve as a critical approach to overcome this resulting environmental stress. In the present work, a polyethylene degrading bacterium Alcaligenes faecalis strain ISJ128 (Accession No.

Biomass and Leaf Nutrition Contents of Selected Grass and Legume Species in High Altitude Rangelands of Kashmir Himalaya Valley (Jammu & Kashmir), India.

The yield and nutritional profile of grass and legume species in Kashmir Valley's rangelands are scantly reported. The study area in this paper included three types of sites (grazed, protected, and seed-sown) divided into three circles: northern, central, and southern Kashmir. From each circle, three districts and three villages per district were selected.

Phosphorylation of Alkali Extracted Mandua Starch by STPP/STMP for Improving Digestion Resistibility.

The chemical modifications of starch granules have been adopted to improve the characteristics, viz., paste clarity, resistant starch content, thermal stability, and so forth. The modified starch has been applied as a biopolymer in developing various preparations of food, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical importance.

Targeted HPTLC Profile, Quantification of Flavonoids and Phenolic Acids, and Antimicrobial Activity of (L.f.) Leaves and Flowers.

In East Africa, (L.f.) is a well-known medicinal herb.

Enhancement of Salinity Stress Tolerance in Lettuce ( L.) via Foliar Application of Nitric Oxide.

Salt stress negatively affects the growth, development, and yield of horticultural crops. Nitric oxide (NO) is considered a signaling molecule that plays a key role in the plant defense system under salt stress. This study investigated the impact of exogenous application of 0.

Utilization of Bacillus cereus strain CGK5 associated with cow feces in the degradation of commercially available high-density polyethylene (HDPE).

The accumulation and mismanagement of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) waste in the environment is a complex problem in the present scenario. Biodegradation of this thermoplastic polymer is a promising environmentally sustainable method that offers a significant opportunity to address plastic waste management with minimal negative repercussion on the environment. In this framework, HDPE-degrading bacterium strain CGK5 was isolated from the fecal matter of cow.

Altered dynamics of mitochondria and reactive oxygen species in the erythrocytes of migrating red-headed buntings.

Blood antioxidants provide propensity to mitigate reactive oxygen species (ROS) apart from other oxidative challenges during a high-energy state of migration in night migratory songbirds. The study investigated the modulation of erythrocytes, mitochondrial abundance, hematocrit changes, and relative expression of fat transport-related genes during migration in red-headed buntings (). We hypothesized an increase in antioxidants along with the mitigation of mitochondria-related reactive oxygen species elevation and consequential apoptosis occurring during migration.

Flavonoids and Phenolic Acids from Aerial Part of (Buch.-Ham. Ex D. Don): Anti-Shigellosis Activity and In Silico Molecular Docking Studies.

Shigellosis is one of the major causes of death in children worldwide. Flavonoids and phenolic acids are expected to demonstrate anti-shigellosis activity and anti-diarrheal properties. The aerial part of is commonly used against diarrhea.

The integrative bioinformatics approaches to predict the xanthohumol as anti-breast cancer molecule: Targeting cancer cells signaling PI3K and AKT kinase pathway.

Background: Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women, and vast research is being conducted throughout the world for the treatment of this malignancy by natural products using various computational approaches. Xanthohumol, a prenylated flavonoid, is known for its anticancer activity; however, the mechanism behind its action is still in the preliminary stage.

Methods: The current study aimed to analyze the efficacy of xanthohumol compared to the currently available anticancer drugs targeting phosphoinositide-3-kinase (PI3K), serine/threonine kinase (AKT) receptors, and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) for breast cancer treatment through analysis.

Bioformulation Containing Cohorts of MSN12 and MEN8 for the Nutrient Enhancement of L.

Here we examine the effects of different carrier based bioinoculants on the growth, yield and nutritional value of chickpea and on associated soil nutrients. A consortium of two taxonomically distinct endophytic bacteria- MSN12 and MEN8-have promising plant growth promoting (PGP) attributes. We demonstrate their delivery from the laboratory to the field via the formulation of an effective bioinoculant with economic and accessible carriers.

Aflatoxin B1 administration induces reactive oxygen species production and apoptosis of erythrocytes in mice.

Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring mycotoxin that has various toxic effects to humans and various other animals. In the current study, we have investigated the toxic effects of Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) on erythrocytes in the blood circulation of mice. Mice were administered orally with repeated doses of AFB1 (0.