588 results match your criteria: "Inti International University[Affiliation]"

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  • Suspensions with microencapsulated phase change materials (MPCMs) are important in thermal energy storage systems used in buildings, textiles, and cooling technologies.
  • The study employs Gaussian process regression (GPR) to predict the dynamic viscosity of these suspensions, optimizing twelve hyperparameters using genetic algorithm, particle swarm optimization, and marine predators algorithm.
  • By focusing on the most significant hyperparameters, the best GPR model achieved an impressive R-value of 0.999224, indicating high accuracy and potential cost savings for related applications.
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Cordyceps militaris, a medicinal fungus, has gained considerable attention owing to its potential health benefits, notably the production of bioactive compounds such as cordycepin. Cordycepin possesses significant antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties. The present study focused on optimizing the fermentation conditions for C.

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This research improves the strength of plastic using avocado seed starch and PLA. The effect of blending avocado seed starch and PLA was optimized using the RSM approach by using two variables: water absorption and biodegradability. Mixing them using RSM gave the best result: 1.

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  • The research investigates the use of a nanocomposite made from multi-walled carbon nanotubes and graphene nanoplatelets for improving thermal engineering applications.
  • The study analyzes heat transfer and pressure drop characteristics in water at various concentrations and temperatures using computational fluid dynamics and artificial neural networks.
  • Results indicate that increasing inlet temperatures and nanocomposite concentrations significantly boosts heat transfer and pressure drop, highlighting the potential of these materials to enhance thermal system performance.
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A route for energy recovery from municipal solid waste and developing a framework for waste management in Brunei Darussalam.

Sci Rep

August 2024

Petroleum and Chemical Engineering Programme Area, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Brunei, Bandar Seri Begawan, BE1410, Brunei Darussalam.

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  • * The study highlights the potential for energy recovery from landfill gas, estimating the production of 129 thousand tonnes of CO2/year, which could generate 367 GWh of electricity and save Brunei approximately $1.6 million annually.
  • * It assesses the current strengths and weaknesses of solid waste management in Brunei and proposes a comprehensive policy framework involving relevant stakeholders, focusing on short-, intermediate-, and long-term waste management goals.
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Identification of the chemical compositions of fatty acids and tocopherols shows the high content of oil (LO) by linolenic acid 55.3735% and -tocopherol 570.927 mg/kg, while oil (AO) is known by the dominance of oleic acid 47.

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This study investigated the adsorption of Oxytetracycline (OTC) from pharmaceutical wastewater using a kappa carrageenan based hydrogel (KPB). The aim of the present study was to explore the potential of KPB for long-term pharmaceutical wastewater treatment. A sustainable adsorbent was developed to address oxytetracycline (OTC) contamination.

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Medicinal plants have been utilized for centuries in traditional medicine systems worldwide, providing a rich source of bioactive compounds with diverse biological activities. , a member of the Lamiaceae family, has been recognized for its multifaceted pharmacological activities. In this current investigation, our primary objective was to scrutinize the inhibitory potential of essential oil (LOEO) against alpha-amylase and alpha-glucosidase, with the aim of understanding its antidiabetic effects.

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Bacterial bioremediation as a sustainable strategy for the mitigation of Bisphenol-A.

Environ Geochem Health

August 2024

Life Science Division, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, INTI International University, 71800, Nilai, Malaysia.

In the era dominated by plastic, the widespread use of plastic in our daily lives has led to a growing accumulation of its degraded byproducts, such as microplastics and plastic additives like Bisphenol A (BPA). BPA is recognized as one of the earliest man-made substances that exhibit endocrine-disrupting properties. It is frequently employed in the manufacturing of epoxy resins, polycarbonates, dental fillings, food storage containers, infant bottles, and water containers.

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Objectives: This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of vitamin C on apoptotic and proliferative genes in injured HepG2 cells.

Methods: analysis was performed using molecular docking of chemical compounds with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). The different computational tools used were AutoDock Vina, BIOVIA DISCOVERY studio, and PyMOL.

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Sarawak, Borneo, harbours 16 unique species, half of which are edible, with only widely cultivated. Despite their nutritional and economic significance to the rural communities in Sarawak, the lesser-known indigenous durians remain underrepresented in the scientific literature while facing the risk of extinction in the wild. Thus, the aim of this study was to conduct comprehensive chemical analyses of these wild edible durians, offering insights into their nutritional and sensory taste attributes.

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Background: is a wild leafy plant belonging to the family Polygonaceae, renowned for its therapeutic benefits. The genus Rumex comprises approximately 150 species distributed globally.

Objective: The study aimed to investigate the biological activities of using in vitro and methods.

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Background: The global implementation of full-time telework became widespread during the new normal conditions following the pandemic, resulting in reduced physical activity (PA) among teleworkers and young adults. It is vital to comprehend how telehealth interventions favorably impact PA levels and overall well-being of young adults who face increasingly blurred boundaries between work and home life.

Objectives: The aim of this study is to examine the effect of telerehabilitation (TR) on PA levels and quality of life (QoL) in young adult teleworkers.

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  • The study examined the growth of two plant species, Conocarpus erectus and Dodonaea viscosa, when grown in varying proportions of industrial solid waste and garden soil.
  • C. erectus demonstrated superior growth and ion uptake compared to D. viscosa, particularly at a 5% industrial waste ratio, with significant growth increases noted over four months.
  • The research identified optimal soil ratios for establishing these plants on barren lands contaminated with industrial waste, suggesting a 10:90 ratio for D. viscosa and 20:80 for C. erectus to enhance restoration efforts in industrial areas.
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Phytoremediation as a viable ecological and socioeconomic management strategy.

Environ Sci Pollut Res Int

August 2024

Health Sciences Division, Abu Dhabi Women's College, Higher Colleges of Technology, 41012, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Phytoremediation is an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional remediation technologies, notably for soil restoration and agricultural sustainability. This strategy makes use of marginal areas, incorporates biofortification processes, and expands crop alternatives. The ecological and economic benefits of phytoremediation are highlighted in this review.

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  • This study introduces a new method for creating a nanohybrid material from Co, Ni, and MoS using extracts from wheat straw, showcasing the use of agricultural waste as a resource.
  • The synthesis process involves a sol-gel method followed by calcination, and various analyses confirm the successful formation and composition of the nanohybrid.
  • The nanohybrid displays promising electrochemical properties, suggesting its potential for applications in biosensors and highlighting the importance of utilizing natural resources in developing new materials.
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Recently, there has been an increasing demand for medicinal plants to control diseases for good health and well-being, as primary health facilities are inadequate in certain populations to cure infections. Since synthetic medicines are toxic to humans and other animals, the present research is thus focused on using traditional medicine for treating various ailments as they are harmless. Based on the above facts, the current study was conducted to assay the antimicrobial, anti-diabetic, anti-cholinesterase, anti-oxidant, anti-quorum sensing, and anti-antibiotic resistance modifying effect of extracts of .

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Lawsone, a naturally occurring organic compound also called hennotannic acid, obtained mainly from (Henna). It is a potential drug-like molecule with unique chemical and biological characteristics. Traditionally, henna is used in hair and skin coloring and is also a medicinal herb for various diseases.

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The communication mechanism of the gut-brain axis and its effect on central nervous system diseases: A systematic review.

Biomed Pharmacother

September 2024

International Advanced Functional Omics Platform, Scientific Experiment Center, Hainan Medical University, Xueyuan Road 3, Haikou 571199, China; Graduate School, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin 150040,  China; INTI International University, Nilai 71800, Malaysia. Electronic address:

Gut microbiota is involved in intricate and active metabolic processes the host's brain function, especially its role in immune responses, secondary metabolism, and symbiotic connections with the host. Gut microbiota can promote the production of essential metabolites, neurotransmitters, and other neuroactive chemicals that affect the development and treatment of central nervous system diseases. This article introduces the relevant pathways and manners of the communication between the brain and gut, summarizes a comprehensive overview of the current research status of key gut microbiota metabolites that affect the functions of the nervous system, revealing those adverse factors that affect typical communication between the brain-gut axis, and outlining the efforts made by researchers to alleviate these neurological diseases through targeted microbial interventions.

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This work describes the synthesis, characterization, and in vitro and in silico evaluation of the biological activity of new functionalized isoxazole derivatives. The structures of all new compounds were analyzed by IR and NMR spectroscopy. The structures of and were further confirmed by single crystal X-ray and their compositions unambiguously determined by mass spectrometry (MS).

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Cell wall polysaccharides (dietary fiber) in cereal grains contribute to health benefits. The novelty of the current study was an effort to explore the in vivo therapeutic potential of different cereal bran cell walls against hypercholesterolemia. For this purpose, the cell walls were isolated from different cereal brans (wheat, maize, oats, and barley), and the intake of these cereal bran cell walls was evaluated for their anti-lipidemic activity in normal and hypercholesterolemic rats.

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  • Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) is linked to liver disease progression, and the NS5B enzyme is crucial for viral replication.
  • The study investigates how certain phytotherapeutics, particularly arjunolic acid, interact with the NS5B enzyme's catalytic residues, showing promising binding capabilities.
  • Molecular dynamics simulations of arjunolic acid reveal it stabilizes significantly over time, suggesting that it could be a potential therapeutic option for inhibiting HCV replication.
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  • Researchers created new molecules based on resveratrol to inhibit acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and butyrylcholinesterase (BChE), which are key targets for Alzheimer's disease treatment, while also having antioxidant properties.
  • They synthesized six novel compounds using a chemical reaction and confirmed their structures with various spectral analysis techniques like FT-IR and NMR.
  • Among the compounds, RSM5 showed strong inhibition of AChE and BChE with low cytotoxicity and significant antioxidant activity, indicating its potential as a safe and effective treatment for Alzheimer's disease.
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The aims of this study are the phytochemical exploration and food valorization of L. () and Raddi () from the Rabat, Morocco. Gas chromatography (GC) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) were used to analyze the chemical composition of the oils extracted from both species by soxhlet and maceration.

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