Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences
Volume 6, Issue 2 (2016)
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Table of contents
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“Optimization of Physiological Parameters for Production of PUFA using Biodiesel Derived Crude Glycerol as Carbon Sourceâ€
Abstract: Global interest on biodiesel as an alternative fuel has increased over the years, leading to production of large crude glycerol glut, which is impure and has low economic value. Its microbial conversion to value added products like organic acids, alcohol and fatty acid such as polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) can add to the market value to this crude glycerol. The present work reports on the optimization studies on physiological parameters …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Migratory Birds in Pakistan and Effects of Climate Change
Abstract: Nature has blessed us with so many beautiful creations. Everything in the universe is playing its productive part as part of a cycle which is essentially followed by all living beings. Changing weathers, warm summers, freezing colds, pleasing springs and withering autumns, all play an important and significant role in our lives. Birds’ migration is a common phenomenon which over a past decade has witnessed a momentous change in pattern …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 15–18 Read article
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Preparation of Lipase Loaded Chitosan Nanoparticles and its Estimation Using Different Additives
Abstract: Chitosan nanoparticles were prepared by ionic gelation technique and simultaneously entrapment of lipase was carried out in it. These were then subjected to additives such as surfactants, pluronics and ionic liquids. Activity of lipase was assayed in free as well as immobilized conditions. It was then compared to immobilized enzyme bound to these polymers. The results have been graphically displayed. Among surfactants, tween 80 and triton X-100 were used with …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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The Specificity of Purine Derivatives towards Xanthine Oxidase Enzyme and the Factors Affecting the Enzyme Catalyzed Reaction
Abstract: Xanthine oxidase (XO) is a molybdenum-containing enzyme catalyzing the hydroxylation of a sp2-hybridized carbon in a broad range of aromatic heterocycles and aldehydes. Further, it is a key enzyme in the last two steps of purine metabolism. Thus, the need for an understanding and developing unified reaction mechanism to minimize the amount of accumulated uric acid inside human body has led us to the present detailed study of the reaction …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 28–44 Read article
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‘Farmers’ Opinion towards Conservation and Causes of Depletion of Citrus at Barlekha Upazila of Moulvibazar District in Bangladesh
Abstract: The study was focused on number of citrus trees in homestead area, types and source of citrus planting materials, causes of depletion of citrus trees and villagers’ attitudes towards citrus plantation in the homestead area of four selected unions of Barlekha upazila in Moulvibazar district during July to November 2015. Eighty local people from four selected unions were interviewed for this purpose. Study indicates that mainly seedlings are used as …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 6–14 Read article