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153 articles for “metabolite”
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Green Synthesis of Selenium Nano-metalloid from the extract of Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) leaf and its Antimicrobial Activities
Abstract: Green synthesis specifies the creation of nano-size particles (NPs) by a biological process using the reducing properties of metabolites in the plant extracts. The present work reports the use of cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata.) leaf extract as a reducing and stabilizing agent to synthesize selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) via the green route of synthesis. The as-prepared SeNPs were analyzed by UV–vis spectroscopy, FTIR, DLS, SEM, and EDX. Nano-crystalline SeNPs has …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Studies on synthesis and characterization of Silver nanoparticles from Cassia Auriculata and their effect on biological applications – A Review
Abstract: Plants are able to synthesize a broad range of different chemical compounds called secondary metabolites and these are easily degradable. Many of them provide new sources of natural compounds. Majority of world population in developing countries relay on herbal medicines. Currently 80% of the world population depends on plants derived medicine for the first line to primary health care because it has no side effects. In the present study, review …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 45–52 Read article
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Hairy Root Culture for Mass Production of Medicinal Important Compound Neoandrographolide from Andrographis lobelioides Nees
Abstract: AbstractThe present study was focused to develop hairy root culture of Andrographis lobelioides for the production of Neoandrographolide using Agrobacterium rhizogenes (8196), strains for leaf and root explants. The results indicated that the leaf and root explants induced hairy roots formation and enhanced secondary metabolites Neoandrographolide and related compounds. The medium was supplemented with half strength liquid MS medium with 2.0 μM/l Indole butyric acid (IBA). The highest percentage of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Extraction and Purification of Total Phenolic Content from Combination of Seeds and Peel of Cucurbita
Abstract: Phenolic compounds are belonging to secondary metabolites and played an antioxidant and anti-cancer properties. In the Soxhlet extraction process, the extraction of total phenolic content concentration was 28.0µg/ml obtained from combination of seeds and peel of of Cucurbita at 4 hr. This extract was drawn in to the Column chromatography and its concentration was increased to 34.0µg/ml. The purity of phenolic content was improved by column chromatography at 40 min. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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A Review: A Source of Industrially Important Enzymes from Marine Actinomycetes
Abstract: Actinomycetes are Gram-positive, spore-forming, filamentous actinobacteria which usually contain G+C content of about 57–75% in their DNA. Actinomycetes are considered as a unique group of a microorganism having the characters of the true bacteria and the true fungi. Actinomycetes that have been detected from extreme conditions are considered to be sources of new enzymes of great industrial potential. They produce valuable secondary metabolites and industrially significant enzymes like pectinase, amylase, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Studies on Phytochemical analysis of Citrus sinensis
Abstract: Citrus sinensis, also known as sweet orange, is an extensively grown fruit with extensive nutritional and medicinal significance. The present study focussed on the phytochemical analysis of C. sinensis, aiming to identify and quantify the bioactive compounds present in its various plant parts. The investigation encompassed the extraction, isolation, and characterization of secondary metabolites, including flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenoids, phenolic compounds, and essential oils. The research employed a combination of classical …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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In vitro Antimicrobial Efficacy of Aristolochia indica Linn.: An Important Medicinal Plant
Abstract: Aim: Aristolochia indica Linn. is a medicinal plant used to cure various forms of bowel complaints, fever and skin disease. Hence in the present study this plant was tested for its antimicrobial efficacy against the microbes causing such diseases. Method: Three solvent (methanol, petroleum ether and chloroform) extracts of leaf of Aristolochia indica Linn. were tested for antimicrobial efficacy using disc diffusion method against six selected pathogenic micro-organisms: Klebsiella pneumoniae, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Preliminary Phytochemical and Pharmacognostical Investigation of Barleria buxifolia L.
Abstract: AbstractDuring the past several decades, traditional systems of medicines have become a topic of global relevance. Current estimate suggests that in many underdeveloped countries, a large proportion of the population rely heavily on traditional practitioners and local herbals to meet the primary health care needs. Under these circumstances, only a few plants of medicinal value have been successfully evaluated for their medicinal applications. Safety and efficacy data are available only …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–20 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening of Leaves of Peltophorum pterocarpum (DC.) Baker ex Heyne
Abstract: AbstractPhytochemicals are responsible for medicinal activity of plant species. Hence in the present study preliminary phytochemical screening of medicinal plant Peltophorum pterocarpum was carried out. Qualitative phytochemical analysis of the plant confirm the presence of various secondary metabolites like saponins, terpenoids, steroids, tannins, phenols, alkaloids, coumarins etc. Phytochemical have ability for curing various ailments and possess otential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. The presence of various bioactive compounds confirms the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Use of Area Specific Mineral Mixture to Ameliorate Region Specific Reproductive Problems in Ruminants
Abstract: Reproductive inefficiency in ruminant cows is one of the most important global problems affecting the profitability of the farm. Some trace minerals like Ca, P, Cu, Zn, Co and Mn have important roles to maximise reproductive performances. Even marginal deficiency of these minerals can impair reproduction showing clinical signs of deficiency. Effects of mineral deficiency and metabolic disorders in all categories of dairy animals have been observed due to lower …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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An Assessment of the Phytochemical Properties and Antimicrobial Activity of Selected Tree Species
Abstract: Currently, more people are becoming aware of the value of medicinal plants also. Compared to other medications, drugs made from plants are readily available, affordable, safe, and have few to no adverse effects. In the present study, we investigate the phytochemical screening and enumerate the antimicrobial activity of the selected tree species of Sapindus emarginatus, Murraya koenigii, Mangifera indica, Sterculia fodita, and Tamaridus indica. The plant extracts were prepared by …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A Review on Bioflavonoids of Allium cepa
Abstract: Bioflavonoids of Allium cepa are most abundant polyphenols, diverse group of plant chemicals, pigments and secondary metabolites. Quercetin, rutin, kaempferol, myricetin, isorhamentin flavonoids are found in Allium cepa. These flavonoids act as antioxidants, physiological regulators, chemical messengers and cell cycle inhibitors. These show various pharmacological activities like anti-cancer activity, anti-inflammatory activity, anti-oxidant activity and anti-oxidant activity.Keywords: Allium cepa, quercetin, rutin, flavonoid, activitiesCite this ArticleNimisha T, Anamika B, Surya Prakash DV …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Molecular Docking Studies of Moringa concanensis Nimmo Leaf Phytocompounds for Brain Cancer
Abstract: Phytochemicals are the secondary metabolites of medicinal plants and are considerably used in traditional cancer research. Computational methods involving virtual screening, shape and pharmacophore analysis and molecular docking have been used to select chemicals that target a particular protein or enzyme and to determine potential protein targets for well characterized as well as for novel phytocompounds. Objective of the present study is, in silico approach to identifying the anticancer activity …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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Amentoflavone and Mangiferin in Hypericum calycinum, Hypericum cardiophyllum and Hypericum bithynicum
Abstract: The present study was conducted out to determine amentoflavone and mangiferin contents of Hypericum calycinum, Hypericum cardiophyllum and Hypericum bithynicum, growing wild in Turkey. The aerial parts representing a total of 30 individuals were collected at full flowering, dried at room temperature and assayed for secondary metabolite concentrations by HPLC-PDA. Both compounds were detected in all three species in different amounts depending on plant tissue. Results were discussed in phytochemical …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 10–13 Read article
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Variation in Persistent Organochlorine Pesticide Residues among Various Tissues of House Sparrow, Passer domesticus, from Tamil Nadu, India, during 2001–2006
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe present study focuses on persistent organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) on various tissues of house sparrow, Passer domesticus, from Tamil Nadu, India, between 2001 and 2006. The major compounds quantified in eggs, liver, brain and muscle tissues are hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH), 1,1-dichloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)ethylene (p,p’-DDE), dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane (ΣDDT), dieldrin, and heptachlor epoxide. The mean concentrations of ΣPCBs, ΣHCH and ΣDDT in eggs are 0.94 ± 0.66 μg/g and 0.35 ± 0.26 μg/g respectively on wet …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Anthocyanin: Structure, Synthesis and its Beneficial Role in Health
Abstract: Anthocyanins, are chemically diverse class of secondary metabolites that color most flowers and fruits. They consist of three aromatic rings that can be substituted with hydroxyl, sugar, acyl and methyl groups in a variety of patterns, depending on the plant species. There are basically six types of anthocyanins commonly found in plants. The biosynthesis of anthocyanins start with the pentose-phosphate pathway, continues with shikimate pathway, and follows the pathway of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 45–55 Read article
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Grape Seed Extract: Potent Chemoprotective Agent: Phytochemical Analysis and GC-MS Study
Abstract: Plant extracts or secondary metabolites have served as antioxidants in phytotherapeutic medicines to protect against various diseases for centuries. Phytochemicals are naturally occurring in the medicinal plants, leaves, vegetables and roots that have defence mechanism and protect from various diseases. Phytochemicals are primary and secondary compounds. Chlorophyll, proteins and common sugars are included in primary constituents and secondary compounds include terpenoids, alkaloids, quinines, flavonoids, sterols, saponins, tannins and phenolic compounds. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 30–39 Read article
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Evaluation of Antimicrobial and -Amylase Inhibitory Activity of Selected Medicinal Plants
Abstract: During this study we evaluated the a-amylase inhibitory activity and antimicrobial activity of different extracts of Psidium gujauva, Allium sativum, Withania sominfera, and Piper nigrum. Antimicrobial potential was observed against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. The plant extracts were prepared with chloroform, ethanol, acetone and distilled water. Each extract was evaporated using rotary evaporator, under reduced pressure. Different concentrations (10, 20, 40, 60, 80, and 100 μg/ml) of each extract …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 15–28 Read article
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Reducing Pesticide Residues in Food: Are Domestic Processing Practices Effective?
Abstract: The ingestion of food contaminated by pesticide residues is considered the primary route of pesticide exposure for humans. It is important to identify whether there are effective solutions or techniques for mitigating these risks. This integrative review aims to analyze the scientific evidence on domestic practices for reducing pesticide residues in food, discussing the mechanisms by which these techniques are effective or not. In all, 460 records were analyzed, leading …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Study the Effect of Antioxidant and Antidiabetic Property of the Selective Indian Herbal Plant Extract (A. indicum) on Type II Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: Abutilon indicum (A. indicum) is a traditional Indian phytomedicine plant used for the treatment of several diseases such as diabetes mellitus, cardiac diseases and anti-inflammatory diseases. The aim of the study was to evaluate whether A. indicum improves insulin sensitivity and determine its active role in bioactive secondary metabolites. Aldose reductase is an enzyme which contains lower affinity towards glucose and helps in converting glucose to sorbitol and slightly catalyzed. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 53–63 Read article