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45 articles for “Extinction.”
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Plastic:A Red Signal For Our Planet
Abstract: Plastic is becoming a menace for our planet and all the living creatures that are living here. The use of plastics for different purposes like packaging, vehicle parts, baby toys, toothbrushes, carry bags, etc. is increasing day by day as the greed of human beings is increasing. Plastic items can save our money as being the most durable and cheap but the non-biodegradable nature and release of harmful chemicals make …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Impact of Climate Change on Ecosystems
Abstract: Climate change poses significant threats to ecosystems worldwide, altering temperature regimes, precipitation patterns, and accelerating habitat loss and fragmentation. In this review article, we examine the multifaceted impacts of climate change on ecosystems, focusing on biodiversity loss and disruptions to ecosystem services. Firstly, we discuss the direct effects of rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns on species distributions, phenology, and habitat suitability. We then explore the consequences of habitat loss …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Modulation of Receptor Proteins: A Recent Paradigm in Drug Discovery and Target
Abstract: The main aim in drug discovery is to design different ligands those work on specific drug targets. However, various effective drugs work through the modulation of many proteins than single target. Advancement in system biology are establishing a phenotypic strength and a network structure, which suggests that, the excellent selective compounds may be performed less than desired clinical efficacy in comparison to multi-target drugs. In this new appreciation of the …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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A Review on Biotechnological Aspects of Conservation and Enhancements of Indian Snakeroot (Rauwolfia serpentina)
Abstract: Indian snakeroot (Rauwolfia serpentina) is one of the most important medicinal plants found in the Indian subcontinent, used in the treatment of various types of diseases. Recently it has been considered as a critically endangered plant by the International Union of the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) due to its heavy exploitation in the past. The plant has a high demand in the international market due to its …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 30–38 Read article
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Traditional Medicinal Plants of Odisha
Abstract: This study summarises the traditional medicinal plant of Odisha. Use of plants as a supply of medicine has been an ancient tradition and is a very important part of the health care system in India. General public, academic and government interest in conventional medicines is growing speedily because of the rise in side effects of the adverse drug reactions and issue of the present system of medicine. It is estimated …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 7–10 Read article