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The Effects of HIV/AIDS Worldwide
Abstract: The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), which targets immune system conductors (CD4 cells), has infected millions throughout the world. HIV lowers the body's defences by infecting certain bodily fluids (blood, sperm, vaginal fluids, and breast milk) through unprotected sex, contaminated needles, or mother-to-child transmission. Early flu-like symptoms may go unrecognised, but if not treated, HIV advances to AIDS, which is characterised by severe immune system impairment. However, advances in antiretroviral therapy …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Introduction to Biological Networks and their Contributions to Systems Biology
Abstract: Biological networks provide a conceptual framework to represent and analyze the intricate interconnections among the numerous components that make up living systems. This review paper elucidates the foundational principles of networks and their diverse applications in systems biology, highlighting their crucial role in understanding the inherent complexity of biological processes. Utilizing graph theory, these networks represent entities like genes, proteins, and metabolites as nodes, with their interactions depicted as edges. …
Published in International Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 53–70 Read article
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An Extensive Analysis of Computer-Aided Drug Design for Novel Psychotropic and Neurological Substances
Abstract: A comprehensive review of the use of computer-aided drug design (CADD) in the creation of innovative neurologic and neuropsychiatric medications is given in this article. It discusses the challenges in traditional drug discovery approaches and highlights the role of computational methods in accelerating the identification and optimization of drug candidates targeting psychiatric and neurological disorders. The method of finding new drugs has been completely transformed by Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD), …
Published in International Journal of Brain Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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Evaluation of Antioxidant and Cytotoxic activities of Mycelia Biomass and Culture broth of three Edible Mushrooms, Morchella conica, Hericium erinaceus and Pleurotus florida Grown in Submerged Culture
Abstract: Mycelia biomass of three edible mushrooms namely, Morchella conica, Pleurotus florida and Hericium erinaceus were grown as submerged culture in potato dextrose broth supplemented with yeast extract, potassium dihydrogen orthophosphate and magnesium sulphate. The mycelia biomass was extracted with 70% ethanol and culture broth with ethyl acetate. The solvents were evaporated to dryness at low temperature using a rotary vacuum evaporator and the residues thus obtained were used for the …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 37–50 Read article
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Evaluating the Use of Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Surgical Procedures: A Study Conducted at a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital in Southern India
Abstract: Background: Prophylactic antibiotics can reduce the frequency of postoperative wound infections. Well-designed trials have demonstrated that the appropriate administration of prophylactic antibiotics in surgeries can reduce postoperative infections to about one-half of the incidence in untreated patients. Objectives: To examine surgeon's adherence to the hospital's antibiotic policy by comparing and assessing the usage of antibiotics as prophylactic before surgery. Methods: A prospective observational study was carried out among inpatients in …
Published in International Journal of Biomedical Innovations and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 7–17 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of herbal multipurpose cream
Abstract: Multipurpose creams are semi-solid preparations used to lower the risk of skin disorders and fight wrinkles. The primary goal of the research is to produce multipurpose creams utilizing various herbs and then analyze their efficacy. The herbs utilized in the preparations include dried bael leaf powder, amla powder, neem powder and bael leaves. The article emphasizes the importance of topical drug delivery systems in dermatology, highlighting the benefits of delivering …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 44–57 Read article
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Flavonoids: An Answer to Chronic Diseases
Abstract: It has been shown that inflammation is closely associated with the onset or exacerbation of quite a few non-communicable human diseases. Several chronic diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular dysfunction and central nervous system damage are also developed following tissue injury produced by the high fragments of low-grade inflammation surrounding a compromised tissue or organ due to its acquired genomic changes. Current therapies for many of these diseases are associated …
Published in International Journal of Advance in Molecular Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Practical studies in Vero cell and Human amnion cells for viral and stem cell applications
Abstract: Vero cells are one of the most popular mammalian continuous cells in molecular, cellular, and microbiological research. African green monkey kidneys are used to make these.One continuous cell line is the Vero cell line. This cell line is dependent on anchorage. Vero cells can be cultured in suspension because they are anchorage independent. Thought to be non-tumorigenic cells that came from a female Chlorocebus sabaeus Numerous viruses can infect vero …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Advances in Polymeric In Situ Drug Delivery and Soft Biosensors: Innovations in Biochemical Sensing and Personalized Healthcare
Abstract: Advanced healthcare and personalized medicine are undergoing a transformation thanks to in situ medication delivery systems and biochemical sensor technology. Polymeric in situ drug delivery systems form gels upon administration, releasing medications in a controlled manner and providing benefits such as ease of administration and enhanced patient compliance. Similarly, advancements in soft electronics, including flexible and stretchable biosensors, enable continuous, in situ biochemical monitoring, conforming to complex biological environments like …
Published in International Journal of Cheminformatics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Molecular Docking of Saraca asoca (Ashoka) Phytocompounds for Ovarian Cancer Therapy
Abstract: Objective: One of the top five cancers that causes death in women is ovarian cancer, with increases awareness till date the rate of survival is unpredictable. Even though there are advance treatments introduced, chemotherapy is most suggested to the ovarian cancer patients but the rate of relapses increased and the tumors get resistant towards the drugs. This present study is to evaluate the interaction of phytocompounds from Saraca asoca an …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 27–35 Read article
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Exploring the Role of Ginkgo biloba in Investigating 7L1X in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Through Integrative Bioinformatics
Abstract: Objectives: Triple-negative breast cancer is a very dangerous form of cancer that affects mostly Hispanic and African American women above the age of 40. It represents approximately 15–20% of the global cancer incidence. This experiment aims to investigate the use of Gingko biloba in the treatment of the disease triple-negative breast cancer. Methods: We use a variety of online tools, and websites, including the Indian Medicinal Plants, Phytochemistry, and Therapeutics …
Published in International Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Advances in Smart Cradle Design: Automation and Monitoring Systems for Infant Care
Abstract: With the hectic schedules of working parents currently, raising a baby has become difficult. The arduous juggling between career obligations and childcare responsibilities can strain the very limits of human capacity. The choices have historically been to entrust the child's care to either senior family members or hiring a dedicated infant carer in situations like these, where time's unrelenting passage leaves little time for a full 24-hour commitment to the …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Control and System Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Role of Centella asiatica in Alzheimer’s Disease: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a progressive neurological illness that causes cognitive decline and memory loss and affects millions of people worldwide. As synthetic medications often prove ineffective or cause severe side effects, natural remedies are gaining attention. This review explores the potential of Centella asiatica, a herb traditionally used in oriental medicine, in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Triterpenoids, asiaticoside, and madecassoside are among the bioactive substances found in Centella …
Published in International Journal of Brain Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Exploring Muscle Energy Technique as A Physiotherapeutic Intervention for Peripheral Facial Palsy: A Pilot Report
Abstract: Background: Peripheral facial palsy results from damage to the peripheral branches of the facial nerve, often presenting as a sudden weakness in the muscles on one side of the face. Research on the application of muscle energy technique (MET) for treating this condition is scarce. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of MET in the treatment of peripheral facial palsy. Methods: 15 patients suffering from …
Published in International Journal of Orthopedic Nursing and Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Pharmacological Properties of Coumarins
Abstract: Coumarins are a diverse group of secondary metabolites found in a variety of plant species (over 1200 different coumarins have been identified from natural sources, especially plants), as well as in fungi and microorganisms. Coumarin is a simple, widely occurring chemical structure in nature, present in many plants, fungi, and bacteria. In recent years, these natural compounds have attracted growing interest from the scientific community due to their broad spectrum …
Published in International Journal of Biochemistry and Biomolecule Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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Exploring Azadirachta indica’s Potential to Combat Visceral Leishmaniasis Through GP63 Inhibition
Abstract: Objectives: Millions of people worldwide suffer from the parasite disease visceral leishmaniasis. Determine the naturally occurring active ingredients in Azadirachta indica, which are employed as a disease-prevention agent and have several uses in medicine. To choose the best ligand to use as a medication, absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) studies and molecular docking are employed. Methods: To obtain the GP63 protein, the Protein Data Bank (PDB) database was accessed. …
Published in International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Recent Developments in Structural Genomics: Uncovering Cellular Functions
Abstract: Structural genomics has become a groundbreaking field for understanding cellular functions by revealing the three-dimensional structures of proteins and other biomolecules. This field combines advanced methods like X-ray crystallography, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, cryo-electron microscopy, and computational modeling to explore the molecular structure and behavior of cellular components. Recent advances have significantly accelerated the pace of structure determination, bolstered by high-throughput methods and artificial intelligence tools like AlphaFold. These developments …
Published in International Journal of Cell Biology and Cellular Functions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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In-Silico Studies of Phytochemicals from Allium sativum with H5N1 Protein in Avian Influenza
Abstract: Allium sativum or garlic is a medicinal plant that is reported for its applications in many biological activities, such as its antiviral, antidiabetic, and anti-inflammatory properties, etc. In this paper, the focus has been the identification of potential phytochemicals that can be extracted from Allium sativum that can act as a candidate for drug formation that possesses the capability to inhibit the H5N1 Avian Influenza, a type of highly pathogenic …
Published in International Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 50–60 Read article
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Multi-Target Molecular Docking of Anantmul (Hemidesmus indicus) Compounds for Tay-Sachs Disease Treatment
Abstract: This research aimed to study the effects of the plant Anantmul (Hemidesmus indicus) in the treatment of Tay-Sachs disease using molecular docking studies. Tay-Sachs disease is a neurodegenerative autosomal recessive disorder caused due to accumulation of the molecule GM2 ganglioside which is caused due to lack of enzyme Beta Hexosaminidase which breaks down GM2 Ganglioside. Anantmul (Hemidesmus indicus) is a an ayurvedic plant used in the Indian subcontinent that has …
Published in International Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 61–69 Read article
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Turmeric as a Key Ingredient in Cosmeceuticals: New Scientific Evidence
Abstract: Turmeric (Curcuma longa), particularly its active compound curcumin, is gaining recognition in cosmetics and medicine for its therapeutic properties. Its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effects make it a popular skincare ingredient, helping reduce inflammation, brighten skin, and fight aging. In addition to treating dandruff and promoting hair growth, Turmeric is also good for scalp health. Curcumin increases the body's antioxidant defenses. Inhibits inflammation and anti-oxidants. Curcumin, a powerful compound found …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 28–36 Read article