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389 articles for “Bio-agents”
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A Study on Solvent Interaction and Thermal Transport of β-Carotene
Abstract: β-carotene, a prominent compound of carrot pigments having a non-polar nature consisting of conjugated double bonds, plays a vital role in human health as a biological antioxidant and a precursor of vitamin A. In addition, it is also responsible for being a multicolored agent in various plant species and extensively employed in food colorants. This has centered attention on β-carotene nowadays. For the extraction of β-carotene, we used the most …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 847–855 Read article
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Self-Healing Polymer Composites for Pharmaceutical Packaging Applications
Abstract: Pharmaceutical packaging plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety, stability, and effectiveness of pharmaceutical products. Conventional polymer-based packaging materials are prone to mechanical damage, microcracks, and environmental degradation, which can compromise drug integrity. Self-healing polymer composites (SHPCs) offer a promising solution by enabling autonomous or stimuli-responsive repair mechanisms that restore packaging integrity, enhance durability, and extend product shelf life. These materials function through intrinsic mechanisms, such as dynamic covalent …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 648–658 Read article
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Emerging Therapies in Respiratory Tract Infections: Current Advances and Future Perspectives
Abstract: The impact of respiratory tract infections (RTI) as a global public health problem continues to be high morbidity and mortality rates. The development of novel therapeutic approaches stemmed from the fact that conventional treatment strategies, antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals etc. have become increasingly ineffective because of rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Next generation therapies, such as novel antimicrobial agents, host directed therapies and novel drug delivery systems have come on the …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Effect of Soya bean Intervention on Lipid Profile of 40–60 Year Female Undergoing Coronary Intervention
Abstract: Diet and life style choices are major factors contributing to the risk of CAD which is responsible for more deaths in the whole world. It is well known that the modification on lipid concentration is a useful approach to decrease CAD mortality. Soybean contains lean vegetable protein, fibre and bioactive substance—Isoflavone. So it has got attention as cardio protective substance. Isoflavones may have lipid independent coronary benefits, such as enhancing …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 80s–86s Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Lipstick by Using Natural Coloring Agent
Abstract: These days, the market is filled with a greater number of dangerous cosmetic items. The current research provides information about herbal lipstick as a solution to this issue. The benefits, features, and biological qualities of herbal lipstick are covered. Here, we use herbal elements to create lipstick formulation with little or no adverse impacts. Because they are safe for the skin and have no negative effects, demand for herbal cosmetics …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 40–48 Read article
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QSAR Modeling of a Novel Series of Methoxylated Chalcones as Antioxidant Agents Against Gram-Positive Bacteria Staphylococcus aureus
Abstract: Background: Chalcones are aromatic ketones belonging to the flavonoid family. They are plant-based compounds and are widely found in nature. For centuries, these bioactive molecules have been utilized in various traditional medicines for the treatment of several ailments. Chalcones have antibacterial, antiviral, antimalarial, antifungal, antioxidant, and antileishmanial properties. They are also used to treat inflammation and cancer. Chalcones act as angiogenesis inhibitors, an important factor in cancer progression and metastasis. …
Published in International Journal of Biochemistry and Biomolecule Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Drug Eluting Stents Alter the Inflammatory Biomarkers after One Week of Stent Implantation in Patients with Ischemic Heart Disease: Gender-Based Study
Abstract: Angioplasty is a successful antianginal therapy. Drugs coated on the surface of drug eluting stents (DESs) are potent antimitotic agents that strongly inhibit smooth muscle proliferation and inflammatory process. This study aimed to prove that DES are released into the circulation and induced anti-inflammatory effect which is gender based beyond the local effect on the coronary artery via determination of the circulating levels of interleukin-6 (IL-6) and high sensitivity C-reactive …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Description & Prevention of Omicron
Abstract: November 9, 2021, Botswana becomes the first country to recognise it (Nov 11 2021). The new variant (B.1.529) has been represented in 77 countries. Omicron presents 32 changes in spike protein Scribd, restricting the point of interaction with the ACE2 receptor protein. Computational shows and components’ recreation has been applied to investigate the collaboration between the SARS-CoV-2 RBD and the ACE2 receptor. The receptor-binding domain (RBD), which more barely joins …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 8, Issue 4, 2023 · pp. 5–16 Read article
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Impact of Selective Nanocatalysts in Nitroarene Reduction Reactions
Abstract: This review provides a concise overview of the catalytic reduction of nitroarene using NaBH4 as a reducing agent. The focus is on the use of metallic nanoparticles (NPs), transition metallic NPs, and nanocomposites as reduction catalysts, specifically Ag, Au, Pd, and Cu NPs. These NPs have unique biophysical characteristics and highly accessible surfaces, making them suitable for various research fields, including medical and environmental research. The study also investigates the …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 25, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 33–46 Read article
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Degradation of Building Materials by Corrosive Pollutants
Abstract: Fiber reinforced polymers (FRP) is used for the corrosion suppression of reinforced concrete structures (RCS). One of the main issues with reinforced concrete constructions is corrosion. It interacts with acids, alkalis and salts to produce disintegration in building materials components. Pollutants and effluents speed up disbanding inside and outside reinforced structures. Bio-wastes come in contact of building materials to develop miro and macro-organism and these organisms release acid substances to …
Published in International Journal of Minerals · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 15–24 Read article
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Drug-Induced Liver Injury: Hepatotoxicity and Treatment - A Literature Review
Abstract: Drug-induced liver injury (DILI) is a major clinical and regulatory challenge, posing risks to patient safety and drug development worldwide. As the primary organ responsible for xenobiotic metabolism, the liver is particularly susceptible to toxic injury from prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, herbal products, and dietary supplements. Drug-induced liver injury (DILI) accounts for a substantial proportion of acute liver failure cases and remains a leading cause of post-marketing drug withdrawal. Its …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Interfacial and Tribo-Mechanical Performance of a TiO₂–Castor Oil Polymeric Nanofluid During Sustainable Machining of AISI 316L Stainless Steel Under MQL Conditions
Abstract: This research examines the tribo-mechanical performance and interfacial film characteristics of a TiO₂-reinforced castor-oil polymeric nanofluid during the turning of AISI 316L stainless steel under minimum-quantity lubrication (MQL). A Taguchi L9 orthogonal array was utilized to assess the synergistic effects of cutting speed, depth of cut, and coolant composition on surface integrity, while machining experiments were performed under dry, conventional, and TiO₂-nanofluid lubrication techniques. ANOVA and multiple-regression modeling were used …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 901–914 Read article
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Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Leaf and Stem Extracts of Eclipta alba and their Medical Applications
Abstract: AbstractBiosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using plants has emerged as a simple and feasible alternative to more complex physical and chemical synthetic procedures. Nanoparticles synthesis through greener routes can be used in a safer mode for various human applications. In this work, we describe a cost effective and environment friendly technique for biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles from 1mM AgNO3 solution using leaf and stem extracts of Eclipta alba as reducing as …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Role of carbohydrates as therapeutic agents
Abstract: Carbohydrates are naturally occurring compounds essential for life, which includes sugars, starch and cellulose as well as component of bacterial cell wall1. The development of carbohydrates as therapeutics continues to gain interest, as the biological roles of these polymers are further elucidated and understood. Recent advances in the understanding of carbohydrate specific transport mechanism and the development of novel carbohydrate based bioactive may overcome many of the previous limitations of …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Green Synthesis and Characterization of Silver Nanoparticle using Leaves of Lawsonia inermis: Antibacterial, Antifungal and Anti-Oxidant Activity
Abstract: Nanotechnology is one of the fastest developing sciences over the past few years. This is an emerging field of modern research dealing with synthesis and designing of particle structure ranging from approximately 1–100 nm. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are known for their tremendous applications in the field of therapeutics and diagnosis. In the present study, we have confirmed that the antibacterial, antifungal and anti-oxidant activity of biosynthesized AgNPs which were synthesized …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 11–23 Read article
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Impact of Therapeutics on Carbapenem-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii
Abstract: Acinetobacter baumannii, a formidable pathogen in healthcare settings, poses a significant threat due to its propensity to cause nosocomial infections. This bacterium exhibits several attributes that enable it to evade the human body's natural defenses. A. baumannii's remarkable adaptability is highlighted by its ease in acquiring antibiotic resistance determinants, rendering it challenging to treat. Its ability to thrive in hospital environments underscores the urgent need for stringent infection control practices …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Review of Mercaptoimidazoles as Anti-infective Agents
Abstract: 2-Mercaptoimidazole or imidazol-2-thione is five-membered heterocyclic ring having two nitrogen, same as imidazole and sulphur group attached to it at 2nd position. Imidazol-2-thione and its derivatives shows the biological activities such as antibacterial, fungicidal, antioxidant, antitumor, and antitubercular. In this review we have collected information about the 2-Mercaptoimidazole nucleus and its antimicrobial activity for further research and development.
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 41–48 Read article
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Cadmium Toxicity: Oxidative Stress and Organ Dysfunction
Abstract: Due to continued anthropogenic mobilization, cadmium accumulation in the environment causes various health problems because of its diverse toxic effects, extremely lingering biological half life (20–30 years), low rate of excretion from the body and storage predominantly in soft tissue primarily liver and kidney. Cadmium is known to have numerous noxious effects, including nephrotoxicity, hepatoxicity, osteoporosis, cardiovascular toxicity, lung toxicity, and reproductive toxicity. The biologically significant ionic form of cadmium, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 14–31 Read article
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Study the Impact of Corrosive Pollutants on Building Materials Corrosion
Abstract: Reinforced concrete structures (RCS) may be made more resistant to corrosion by using fiber reinforced polymers (FRP). One of the primary concerns with reinforced concrete constructions is corrosion. It causes disintegration in building material components by interactions with salts, acids, and alkalis. Both within and outside of reinforced properties, pollutants and effluents accelerate disbanding. When bio-waste and building materials come into contact, microorganisms and macro organisms, grow and emit acid …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 20–29 Read article
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Graphene Oxide: A Potential Drug Carrier for Cancer Therapy—Review
Abstract: Graphene oxide (GO) is a single or few layer’s sheet derived from graphite using strong oxidizing agents. Graphene oxide possesses outstanding aqueous processability, amphiphilicity, functionalizability, surface enhanced area and fluorescence ability. Hydrophilicity is an important property for mixing the material with ceramic or polymer matrixes while trying to improve their electrical and mechanical properties. Acquiring a promising application in the biomedical area, graphene molecules undergo complex interactions with the biological …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 21–31 Read article