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13 articles for “Methanolic extract”
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In vitro and In vivo Trypanocidal Activity of Methanolic Extract of Lantana camara leaves on Trypanosoma brucei in Laboratory Mice
Abstract: In this study, the methanol extract of Lantana camara leaves were tested for their trypanocidal activity in vitro in a microtiter plate and in vivo using male laboratory mice. Five different concentrations 10mg/ml, 20 mg/ml, 30 mg/ml, 40mg/ml, and 50mg/ml of the extract were prepared and the time taken to immobilize the parasites were recorded. The in vitro results showed that the leave extract at concentrations of 50 mg/ml had …
Published in International Journal of Biochemistry and Biomolecule Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–41 Read article
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Therapeutic Prospects and Comparative Bioactive Evaluation of Fenugreek Seed Extracts
Abstract: A medicinal plant with substantial therapeutic potential, fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) is rich in bioactive phytoconstituents. The phytochemical makeup and antioxidant properties of aqueous and methanolic fenugreek seed extracts were compared in this study. Phenolics, flavonoids, terpenoids, alkaloids, tannins, and saponins were found in both extracts, with the methanolic fraction showing greater intensity, according to preliminary phytochemical screening. The methanolic extract has higher levels of phenolic, flavonoid, and terpenoid content, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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To Investigate Hormonal Fluctuations in Male Rattus norvegicus after Treatment with 50% Methanolic Extract of Acacia arabica
Abstract: The use of medicinal plants in traditional and modern medicine has garnered significant interest for their therapeutic potential. Acacia arabica, commonly known as babul, is renowned for its bioactive compounds and diverse pharmacological properties. This study investigates the hormonal fluctuations induced by 50% methanolic extract of Acacia arabica in male Rattus norvegicus, aiming to explore its potential as a male contraceptive. Male contraception remains limited primarily to condoms and vasectomy, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 28–38 Read article
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Phytochemical profiling and LC/MS analysis of Selaginella bryopteris (L.) Baker
Abstract: Selaginella bryopteris (L.) Baker, an endemic pteridophyte is found restricted to the Indian subcontinent mostly because of its environmental requirements of cool temperatures and optimum water availability. It is a drought-resistant species and shows curling in limited water supply reviving when water conditions are restored. This property makes this species a suitable plant for exploration of medicinal properties, although its restricted occurrence has limited this evaluation. The current study explores …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 46–51 Read article
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Studies on Extraction of Quercetin Flavonoid from Combination of Different Parts of Acanthus ilicifolius (Indian Mangrove)
Abstract: Medicinal plants constitute an essential natural resource for the treatment of chronic illness. It is possible to treat the same illness using various medicinal plants; the decision is frequently influenced by the nation in which the disorder is most frequent. Acanthus ilicifolius is an Indian mangrove and belongs to Acanthaccae family and grows in the coastal zone. It comprises of a wide range of phytochemicals and exhibits numerous biological characteristics. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Studies on the antioxidant content and antimicrobial activity of cucumber (cucumissativus) peel collected from bagmari, kolkata, west bengal, india
Abstract: Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is widely consumed across the globe, yet its peels are commonly discarded as waste, despite possessing a wealth of bioactive compounds. Recent studies have highlighted that these peels contain substantial amounts of antioxidants, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-carcinogenic properties, making them a promising candidate for value-added applications. In this study, methanolic extracts (80% v/v) of cucumber peels were systematically analyzed to assess their total phenolic content (TPC), total …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Studies on the Antioxidant Content and Antimicrobial Activity of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) Peels Collected from Bagmari, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Abstract: Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is widely consumed across the globe, yet its peels are commonly discarded as waste, despite possessing a wealth of bioactive compounds. Recent studies have highlighted that these peels contain substantial amounts of antioxidants, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anticarcinogenic properties, making them a promising candidate for value-added applications. In this study, methanolic extracts (80% v/v) of cucumber peels were systematically analyzed to assess their total phenolic content (TPC), total …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Curry Leaf Extracts as a Natural Antimicrobial Agent for Eco-Friendly Tomato Disease Control
Abstract: Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are a vital horticultural crop worldwide, valued for their nutritional and economic importance. However, bacterial diseases significantly threaten yield and quality. This study investigates the antimicrobial potential of Murraya koenigii (curry leaf) extracts as a sustainable alternative to synthetic pesticides. Ethyl acetate, methanol, and aqueous extracts were prepared and tested at 50 and 200 µg/mL against Xanthomonas campestris and Pseudomonas syringae. Ethyl acetate extracts exhibited superior antimicrobial …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 54–58 Read article
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A Systemic Review: Pithecellobium dulce (Jangal Jalebi)
Abstract: Pithecellobium dulce (Roxb.) Benth., commonly referred to as Jangal Jalebi, Vilayati Babul, or Manila Tamarind, is a versatile tree in the Leguminosae (Fabaceae) family. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical areas and is valued for its ecological, medicinal, and nutritional benefits. The plant is rich in a variety of bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, alkaloids, phenols, glycosides, tannins, saponins, terpenoids, and steroids, which enhance its pharmacological potential. Different extracts …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Study on Extraction and Purification of Phytochemicals from Eichhornia Crassipes Leaves
Abstract: Eichhornia crassipes is an aquatic plant that belongs to Pontederiaceae family. It is commonly known as water hyacinth. This annoying plant has been a recurring issue that should have been managed. In comparison to other natural plants and fibers, the seeds of these plants may survive up to 28 years at the water’s surface and have developed extremely quick growth properties. The water hyacinth is regarded as the world’s most …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Design of Plant for the Production of 30,000 Tons Per Year Capacity of Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC) from Natural Gas Using Aspen HYSYS
Abstract: This study focuses on the design of a plant for the production of 30,000 tons per year of dimethyl carbonate (DMC) from natural gas. The plant design was carried out using the Aspen HYSYS Software. The data obtained from Kokori natural gas served as the primary feedstock for the plant. A kinetic model for the production of DMC was developed from existing literature, followed by the development of the mathematical …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 45–60 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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Bioactive Compounds in Ethanolic Extract of Strychnos innocua Root Using Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
Abstract: Medicinal plants are of great relevance with endless pharmaceutical and therapeutic properties. They are source of wide array of secondary metabolites or bioactive compounds/phytochemicals (phenols, alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, tannins, steroids and saponins) which can discharge numerous biological functions (antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiviral, antifungal, anti-fibrotic, immune-modulatory, cytotoxic, antipyretic, antitumor, antihelminthic, antiprotozoal, antibacterial, and so on). The use of gas chromatography and mass spectrometry analysis in identifying the bioactive compounds in the ethanolic …
Published in International Journal of Biochemistry and Biomolecule Research · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 9–14 Read article