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218 articles for “Plant response”
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Effect of Abiotic Stress on Chickpea: Physiological Perspective
Abstract: Despite a worldwide intensification of agriculture and tremendous progress towards increasing yields in major crops over the last decade, the goal to reduce the problems associated with abiotic and biotic stress due to unfavourable climate, plant diseases and pests, still remains unfulfilled. Increased plant productivity, therefore relies on a high chemical input and is achieved at the expense of detrimental effect on the environment. To survive both microbe and plants …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Bioinformatics-based Characterization of Stress Tolerance Spermidine Synthase from Zea mays
Abstract: The response to sensing environmental stress by plants is very important and can be short term by the synthesis of some protecting molecules against stress or long term by expressing phenotypic plasticity with alteration of developmental programme. The ability to respond to abiotic stress represents the main constraint on maize production. The spermidine synthase genes (Zmspds1 and Zmspds2) in Zea mays genome were identified by the PCR amplification and expression …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Ethnobotanical Studies on Traditional Indian Herbal Plants for Lung Cancer Management
Abstract: Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the world. Current therapies for lung cancer are often limited by many side effects. This review compiles and evaluates ethnobotanical evidence and modern scientific findings of Indian herbal plants traditionally used for respiratory and tumor-related disorders, with a focus on their relevance to lung cancer management. Herbal phytochemicals and how they show their potent activities were also listed in this …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Host-Microbiota Crosstalk in the Rumen: Signaling Pathways for Nutrient Metabolism and Disease Resilience in Dairy Cows
Abstract: The rumen serves as a highly intricate microbial ecosystem, fundamentally responsible for the degradation of fibrous plant materials in ruminant. The intricate host-microbiota crosstalk within the rumen significantly influences nutrient metabolism, growth, and health outcomes in livestock. The interaction between the host and its microbial community, mediated through signaling pathways including the production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), bile acids, and various metabolites, is crucial for enhancing nutrient absorption, fermentation …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 29–41 Read article
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Automatic IoT Based Agricultural Assistant
Abstract: Abstract—During the main objective is to assist the farmers to improve agricultural practices using the image processing technique. Increasing population requires the food production to be increased which requires better cultivation in the form of proper utilization fertilizers. The objective of autonomous agribot is to effectively utilize the resources and to reduce labour work. By developing this robotic vehicle with its multitasking agricultural features, farmer can cultivate irrespective of the …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Preliminary Phytochemical Analysis and Haemolytic Activity Assay of Tuber Extract of Ruellia tuberosa L.
Abstract: Presence of certain chemical compounds is responsible for medicinal properties of the plant. In the present study, the various biochemical tests were conducted to examine the presence of various phytochemicals in the methanolic, petroleum ether and chloroform tuber extracts of Ruellia tuberosa L. Also, the extracts were subjected to the in vitro haemolytic activity assay. The tests confirmed the presence of carbohydrates, alkaloids, tannins, terpenoids and flavanoids in all the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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A Review of Pharmacological Action of Certain Herbal Drugs
Abstract: Plants are fundamental to almost all life on earth, providing protection and sustenance for organism ranging from a microorganism to a large animal even too certain categories of plant species. Plants can be considered as chemical factories that have been evolving their biosynthetic pathway programmes over the last decades. During this evolution, plants have synthesized an array of compounds whose structural diversity is often beyond the imagination of even the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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In vitro Responses of Indigofera tinctoria Linn. (Neela Amari)
Abstract: Indigofera tinctoria is an important medicinal plant of South and South-East Asia. These plants showed a low germination rate and scanty rooting of seedlings in conventional propagation. The tender leaves showed callus formation in MS medium with single auxin [Naphthalene Acetic Acid (NAA); 2, 4 Dichloro phenoxy Acetic acid (2, 4-D)]. Lower concentration of auxin showed better result. The explants showed callusing frequency of 95%. Even though both the auxins …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Antibacterial and Antifungal Activities of Mirabilis jalapa of Indian Origin
Abstract: The in vitro antimicrobial activity of Mirabilis jalapa leaf extract was studied against selected pathogenic and non-pathogenic microorganisms Escherichia coli, Bacillus subtilis, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Penicillium chrysogenum, Auriparus flaviceps and Trichoderma viridae by using agar diffusion and broth dilution methods. Leaves were extracted using solvents petroleum ether, chloroform and methanol. Among the solvents tested, petroleum ether and chloroform extracts showed good antimicrobial activity against the selected pathogens. The growth inhibitors were …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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In Silico Molecular Docking of Indigofera tinctoria Phytocompounds to Target EGFR/ERK and FGFR/FGF Pathway Proteins Involved in Prostate Cancer
Abstract: Objective: Prostate cancer being the second major cause of cancer-related deaths in males, affects the small walnut-shaped gland below the bladder called the prostate gland. The epidermal growth factor protein (EGFR), cascade protein (ERK), and fibroblast growth factor proteins (FGFR and FGF) are involved in the different signaling pathways that lead to the formation of different products, that are responsible for the progression of cancer and thus can be considered …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–56 Read article
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Chemical Profile and Toxicity of Fresh and Dry leaves of the Essential Oils of Vetiveria zizanioides (L.) Nash. From Southwest Nigeria
Abstract: The fresh and dry leaves of Vetiveria zizanioides (L.) Nash (Gramineae) plant was collected, air dried and authenticated at the University of Ibadan Herbarium with voucher number: UIH-23237. The plant's dried, fresh leaves were hydro distilled in a Clevenger device to extract the essential oils. The oils were characterized by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC – MS) while the toxicity of the essential oils was tested using brine shrimps’ lethality assay. …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 44–49 Read article
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Edible Transgenic Plant Vaccines – An Overview and Update
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-IN X-NONE X-NONE Plants are used as bioreactors to express antigenic molecules to be administered as vaccines. Edible transgenic plant vaccines (ETPV) are plant materials (recombinant protein subunit vaccines), and the edible plant tissue functions as an oral vaccine. ETPV are mucosal targeted vaccines where stimulation of both systematic and mucosal immune network takes place and these diminish the utilization of conventional animal or bacterial …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2011 · pp. 6–19 Read article
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Innovations and Practices in Ornamental Horticulture: Integrating Landscape and Garden Design for Sustainable Aesthetics
Abstract: Ornamental horticulture is a specialized branch of horticultural science focusing on the cultivation, management, and utilization of plants for decorative and environmental purposes. With growing urbanization and lifestyle shifts, the importance of aesthetically pleasing and ecologically sustainable green spaces has significantly increased. Landscape design and garden design, both integral components of ornamental horticulture, contribute not only to the beautification of spaces but also to environmental conservation, mental well-being, and biodiversity …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Horticulture · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Evaluation of Rhizobium Strains Inoculation on Growth, Yield, and Yield Components of Faba Bean in Debub Ari District, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Production and productivity of faba beans in Ethiopia are reduced due to biotic and abiotic factors. Reduction of soil fertility is among the most important factors that reduce the productivity of faba beans, thus the trial was conducted to estimate Rhizobium strains inoculation effect on the production of faba bean in Debub Ari District, Southern Ethiopia. The trial was conducted on cropland in Debub Ari District during the 2016/2017- 2017/2018 …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Review of Research on Pozzolanic Materials for Cement Blending and Concrete Applications
Abstract: The growing environmental concerns associated with cement production, particularly its high carbon footprint, have driven research into sustainable alternatives such as supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) derived from agricultural and industrial waste. This study synthesizes findings from recent investigations into the pozzolanic potential of basil plant ash (BPA), rice husk ash (RHA), and stockpiled fly ash (FA), evaluating their processing methods, microstructural characteristics, and performance in concrete applications. BPA, being derived …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Detecting Winding Movement by Fuzzy Logic for Frequency Response of Power Transformer
Abstract: Power transformers are basically one of the most efficient devices that are used in Power Plant or in any substation. Its maintenance is bit some tedious but has to be done to diagnose any severe fault that may damage the transformer. Sweep Frequency Response Analysis (SFRA) is used to detect any winding or core deformation in transformer that would arise during transportation, due to severe short circuits or due to …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 25–34 Read article
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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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Enhancing Rhizoremediation of Petroleum Hydrocarbon-Contaminated Soil Using Brachiaria ramosa: A Review of Plant Growth Promotion and Degradation Potential
Abstract: This paper examines rhizoremediation as a sustainable and environmentally acceptable remediation technique in response to the growing problem of petroleum hydrocarbon pollution in soils. Brachiaria ramosa, a tropical grass species that may be useful in contaminated settings, is the main emphasis. A critical analysis of the literature on plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), microbial consortia involved in hydrocarbon breakdown, and rhizosphere-mediated degradation is conducted. There is a thorough discussion of important …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 24–41 Read article
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Protein Metabolism in Plants during Abiotic Stress (Drought, Flood, Heat and Cold): An Overview
Abstract: Plants are frequently subjected to several abiotic environmental stresses under natural conditions causing profound impacts on agricultural yield and quality. Tolerance and acclimation of plants are always related with significant changes in protein, cellular localization, post transcription and post-translational modifications. Protein response pathways as well as pathways unique to a given stress condition shared by plants under different stressed environment are discussed. In a nutshell, this paper provide an overview …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 21–45 Read article
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Determination of the Total Flavonoid Contents of the Plant Parts of the Albizzia siris (L.) Benth.
Abstract: Antioxidants are the compounds which help in the reduction of the prediction of the free radicals in the body. There are several kinds of the metabolic processes by which the antioxidants are produced in the body and they are responsible for the several kinds of the neurodegenerative diseases and several kinds of the metabolic disorders. In the nature, many kinds of the plant genera exist, and they reduce the production …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–3 Read article