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16 articles for “Quinones”
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APPLICATION OF MICROBIAL TYROSINASE ENZYME FOR INDUSTRY EFFLUENT TREATMENT CONTAINING PHENOL
Abstract: Phenolic compounds are the major pollutants found in the wastewater. Mostly phenolic compounds are derived from several industrial activities like leather, steel and iron manufacturing, petrol refining and also from mining industries (U.S.EPA, 1980). They are found highly toxic and corroding in nature. They are very harmful for living beings as they cause skin disease, respiratory and gastrointestinal ulcer, hematological changes, kidney and nervous system disorder.Traditional treatments like chemical oxidation …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Growth Inhibitory Effects of Centella asiatica Extracts on Escherichia coli
Abstract: Plant secondary metabolites have been known for their varying degrees of antimicrobial activity. These form important constituent of traditional medicine. The present study aims to analyze the antibacterial effects of the Centella asiatica extracts by looking into the growth inhibitory effects of organic and aqueous extracts of the leaves on Escherichia coli bacterium and to identify the secondary metabolites present in the extract by phytochemical analysis. The leaf extracts of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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In silico Characterisation of Proteins of Glycyrrhiza glabra and Assessment of Nanoparticle Synthesising Ability of Closely Related Plant Species
Abstract: The main aim of the study is to analyse the proteins of Glycyrrhiza glabra using various bioinformatics tools. The proteins were structurally as well as functionally characterized using tools like ProtParam, SOPMA and SOSUI. NAD(P)H quinone oxidoreductase protein in Glycyrrhiza glabra was selected for evaluation and protein BLAST was performed. Primary structure prediction was performed to evaluate physical and chemical characteristics of proteins viz., Molecular weight, pI, etc. The secondary …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 97–103 Read article
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Exploring the properties and extraction of neem leaves
Abstract: Neem (Azadirachta indica) is a versatile medicinal plant, for its diverse therapeutic properties. This abstract provides a comprehensive overview of recent research focusing on phytochemical analysis, biochemical characterization, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of Neem extracts. Utilizing the different from of chemical used in it, phytochemical analysis identified a plethora of secondary metabolites within Neem, including alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, steroids, saponin, tannins, quinone, and phenolic compounds, indicative of its complex chemical …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–39 Read article
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Panoramic review on Sida rhombifolia L.
Abstract: Sida Rhombifolia is also called Bala and is a well-known Ayurvedic herbal preparation used to treat inflammation, pain and neurological disorders. Literature calls Bala as Sida cordifolia, Sida, root powder acute, Sida cordata or Sida Rhombifolia subsp. retusa to achieve clinical efficacy of standardization of ksheerBala thailam Balamulacherna is essential.The objective of the study is to authenticate the pharmacognostic standards of Sida Rhombifolia root powder. Sida Rhombifolia was standardized with …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 20–32 Read article
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Plant-Derived Antimicrobials as Next-Generation Solutions to Multidrug Resistance
Abstract: The steady rise of multidrug-resistant (MDR) pathogens is reshaping how clinicians, researchers, and policymakers think about infection control. When bacteria acquire the ability to survive exposure to three or more antibiotic classes at once—whether through efflux pumps, enzyme-mediated drug destruction, target modifications, or reduced membrane permeability—treatment options narrow dramatically, hospital stays lengthen, and mortality climbs. Conventional pharmaceutical pipelines have struggled to keep pace with this biological arms race, pushing the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 27–40 Read article
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Protective Role of Sulforaphane against Multiorgan Toxicity in Rats: An In-vivo and In-vitro Review Study
Abstract: Sulforaphane [1-isothiocyanate-(4R) -(methylsulfinyl) butane] is a natural dietary isothiocyanate produced by the enzymatic accomplishment of the myrosinase on glucopharanin, a 4-methylsulfinylbutyl glucosinolate contained in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, brussel sprouts, and cabbage. Exploring of this compound against various oxidative degenerative diseases such as hepatic, nephro and cardiac diseases is growing because of its anticarcinogenic and cytoprotective properties. In several invivo and invitro experimental paradigms proved SFN and its compounds …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Chemical Profiling and Antibacterial Activity of Punica Granatum L against Pathogens Causing Bovine Mastitis
Abstract: The antibacterial activity of aqueous and methanol extracts of Punica granatum L was investigated against bovine mastitis causing bacterial pathogens- Streptococcus agalactiae, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus uberis, Escherichia coli, Streptococcus dysagalactiae and coagulase negative Staphylococcus aureus by agar disc diffusion method [3] isolated locally from clinical cases. The results obtained in the present study scientifically proved and suggest the use of Punica granatum for treating mastitis causing organism. The phytochemical screening …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Altitude Related Variation of Antioxidant Properties of Tea Leaf (Camellia sinensis)
Abstract: Places, in the high altitude are subject to higher UV radiation as compared to places of low altitude, provided they bear the same latitudinal location. Here, in this investigation, the oxidative stress and associated cell protection in tea plants growing in Mysore (12°30′ N 76°65′ E, 770 m) and Ooty (Dodabeta – 11°4090′ N, 76°6966′ E, 2623 m) has been studied. The UV radiation varies in these two places – …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Polyphasic Characterization and Comparative Genomics of a Newly Isolated Strain of Kocuria soli from Wild Ass Sanctuary, Gujarat, India
Abstract: From soil sample collected from Little Rann of Kutch-Wild Ass Wild Life Sanctuary, Gujarat a bacterial strain that is non-motile, cocci in shape, obligate aerobic, gram positive, catalase and oxidase positive was isolated and named as strain JC486. Strain JC486T was related to Kocuria soli M5W7-7T (99.7%) belonging to genus Kocuria according to sequence similarity and comparison data of 16S rRNA gene. The strain JC486T had a G+C content (DNA) …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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Role of Plant-based Natural Products in the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is caused by the elevation of blood sugar levels and has become a serious health concern worldwide with the number of cases steadily increasing annually. Due to the increased side effects and costs associated with the use of conventional drugs, alternative treatment methods that use natural compounds from medicinal plants have been researched. This review summarizes the recent advances and discoveries of plant based natural compounds used for …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Effect of Algal Toxin-Anatoxin on the Growth of Acorus calamus L.
Abstract: AbstractThe growth of Acorus calamus L. in Bheemasandra accession of Tumkur district, Karnataka state was studied. The roots of Acorus calamus L., are used to build immunity in the children. Narayan Das Prajapathi 2003 in his book “A handbook of medicinal plants” reports that, it has a stimulating, nervine and anti-spasmodic properties and acts as a rejuvenative for the brain and nervous system. It is used to promote cerebral circulation. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Phytochemical Analysis of Organic Compounds as an Indicator of Metal Uptake in Selected Plants
Abstract: Plants contain a number of potential chelating agents such as amino acids, organic acids, peptides, and proteins, etc. These chelating compounds are very important for the physiological processes in plants. In addition, these ligands are found in both hyperaccumulator and non-hyperaccumulator plants and play a vital role in metal uptake from contaminated soil. Many organic compounds have been found to bind and accumulate trace and toxic metals in hyperaccumulating plants. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening and the Effect of Temperature Treatment on the Extraction Yield of Phenolic Compounds and the Antioxidative Activities of Two Medicinal Species Growing in Algeria: Ammi visnaga and Mentha pulegium
Abstract: The aims of this investigation are the identification of molecules of secondary metabolism and study the impact of two extraction techniques (extraction by boiling water under reflux and maceration in 70% hydroethanolic solution at ambient temperature) on the yield of phenolic compounds and the antioxidative activity on two species widely used in Algeria as medicinal plants; Ammi visnaga and Mentha pulegium. The results show that phytochemical screening indicates the presence …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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Mechanistic Studies on Aziridinyl-Benzoquinones in Cultured Tumour Cells
Abstract: This study compares the anti-tumour effects of NQO1 activated drug RH1 (2, 5-diaziridinyl-3 - hydoxymethyl-6-methyl-1, 4-benzoquinone) with a lipophilic ester derivative Es5 on the isogenic cell lines MDA 468 and MDA 468 NQO1 which differs only in expression of wtNQO1. A 39- fold enhancement of growth inhibitory activity was seen in NQO1 expressing cells compared the NQO1 null cells for the Es5 compared to the 25- fold increase seen for …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 37–45 Read article
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HPTLC Fingerprinting of Isoflavonoids and Metabolites Quantification from in vivo and in vitro Developed Parts of Pueraria tuberosa (Willd.) DC
Abstract: Pueraria tuberosa (Willd.) DC, a medicinally important plant, produces different types of isoflavonoids including Genestein. This plant requires conservation. In present study, callus was developed from in vivo tuber and in vitro seedling. Murashige and Skoog medium supplement with combination of BAP (6-Benzylaminopurine) (1.5mg/l) and 2,4-D (1.5mg/l) were found to be more effective. Fresh in vitro shoots produced from nodal explants of in vitro germinated seedling on MS medium supplement …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 34–45 Read article