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35 articles for “chlorophyll”
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Chlorophyll-Mimicking Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXene-Conjugated Polymer Nanocomposites: Nature-Inspired Exciton Funneling Architecture for Ultrahigh Photon-to-Electron Conversion in Organic Solar Cells
Abstract: Green plant photosynthetic machinery is one of the most efficient natural systems for harvesting solar energy and converting it into useable electronic charge. Specifically, chlorophyll molecules in the Light-Harvesting Complex II (LHC-II) achieve nearly unity quantum yield via a well-organized Förster Resonance Energy Transfer (FRET) mechanism that enables excitons to migrate towards reaction centers. This study presents a bio-inspired nanocomposite architecture using two-dimensional Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXene nanosheets functionalized with chlorophyll-mimicking porphyrin …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 114–130 Read article
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Studies on the Impact of Automobile Exhaust Emissions (From Vehicles using Diesel and Petrol) on Chlorophyll Content and Leaf Biomass of Lemon
Abstract: AbstractAir quality is getting poor day by day due to air pollution. Automobile exhaust pipe emission has been a major contributor to the problem of air pollution in the present scenario. This study was aimed for observing the effects of exhaust pipe emissions on chlorophyll, which is the most important plant pigment. Lemon plants were given exposure to exhaust emissions from vehicles using fuel types in open top chambers for …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Foliar Application of Zinc Nanoparticles Improves Photosynthetic Performance in Wheat Plants
Abstract: The present study investigated the impact of foliar spray of zinc oxide nanoparticles on physiological and biochemical reactions in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Foliar spray with zinc oxide nanoparticles at 10 mg/l positively increased pigment content and biomass in comparison to control while a significant reduction in chlorophyll content and biomass accumulation was observed at higher concentration of 1000 mg/l. A study of Chlorophyll a fluorescence parameters at 10 mg/l …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · pp. 12–23 Read article
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Biochemical Changes in Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Plants Induced by Flooding
Abstract: Flooding is a significant environmental stressor that affects the growth, development, and productivity of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.), a crucial pulse crop grown worldwide, especially in India. This study investigates the biochemical changes in chickpea plants subjected to prolonged and sudden flooding. Key parameters analyzed include carbohydrate metabolism, protein content, chlorophyll levels, amylase activity, and proline accumulation. Results show that flooding significantly reduces total sugar content in leaves, stems, and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Investigation on the Efficacy of Leaf Extract of Goat Weed, Ageratum conyzoides on NR Biophysiological Characteristics of Black Gram Vigna mungo Infected with Root–Knot Nematode Meloidogyne incognita
Abstract: Root-knot nematodes, Meloidogyne sp. are economically important plant pathogens affecting root system that can be managed by cultural practices, chemical nematicides and resistant cultivars. Use of nematicides for the management of root knot nematodes are being restricted due to environmental and human health concerns in addition nematicides often do not provide long term suppression of the pathogens. Therefore, there is a need to develop alternate ecofriendly management strategies for the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Potential of Duckweed (Lemna minor) for Removal of Lead from Wastewater by Phytoremediation
Abstract: This investigation was undertaken to study lead (Pb) uptake by small free floating aquatic plant Lemna minor from wastewater polluted with heavy metals. Metal accumulation process was affected by various parameters such as different pH, temperature and concentration of Pb solution. Total chlorophyll content in Lemna minor was adversely affected which was dependent on Pb concentrations. The plant was adversely affected by pH 6 more than by pH 7 or …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 37–46 Read article
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Effect of Dust Storm on Phytoplankton Productivity in Arabian Sea
Abstract: Dust storm plays an important role as it triggers phytoplankton in the ocean by adding nutrients. In the present study, an attempt has been made to understand the role and relation between dust storm and phytoplankton concentration. Chlorophyll-a concentrations are an indicator of phytoplankton abundance and its biomass. Satellite data gives daily information on Chlorophyll-a concentration and so as phytoplankton abundance in the ocean as well as information about dust …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 33–44 Read article
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Effect of Seaweed Extracts Mediated Changes in Leaf Area and Pigment Concentration in Soybean under Salt Stress Condition
Abstract: In the present investigation, an attempt has been made to study the effect of SLF from Sargassum wightii and Ulva lactuca with or without chemical fertilizer on seed germination, growth, yield, pigment content and soil profile of Soybean (Glycine max L. Merr.). The seed germination, growth and yield parameters such as shoot length, root length, number of lateral roots, number of leaves, photosynthetic pigment concentration such as chlorophyll “a”, chlorophyll …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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A Simple Optical Sensor Based System For Monitoring Plant Health Status
Abstract: AbstractPlant nutrition is the basic need for plant growth and productivity. Nutrient monitoring of plants is the key factor for farmers and agriculturalists. Nitrogen is a necessary element for plant growth and development and it is a major component of chlorophyll in plant leaves. Chlorophyll content of a plant is one of the most important natural indicators of plants nutritional stress and the overall health status of plants. Several sensors …
Published in Journal of Artificial Intelligence Research & Advances · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 89–98 Read article
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Comparative Exploration of Medicinal and Photosynthetic Occurrences of Coriandrum sativum, Menthapiperita and Spinacia oleracea
Abstract: AbstractPlants form a large group of valuable materials like medicines, alkaloids, flavonoids, carotenes, and chlorophylls. To evaluate these activities leaves of three plant samples i.e., Coriandrum sativum, Mentha piperita and Spinacia oleracea were used in this study and two organic solvents i.e., acetone and ethanol were used to extract the antibacterials and antioxidants from plant samples. Total flavonoid content, total phenolic content and 1,1-Diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) free radical scavenging methods were …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 15–23 Read article
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Feeding Damage Induced by Brevipalpus Phoenicis Geijskes (Acari: Tenuipalpidae) on the Invasive Weed, sLantana Camara L.
Abstract: The flat mite, Brevipalpus phoenicis is a very common species of tenuipalpid mite, exhibiting an extensive host range and causing economic damage on all types of economic crops, globally. Exotic plants lead to large scale ecosystem degradation due to rapid increase in extent and severity of their invasion. In the present study, an attempt was made to elucidate the feeding damage induced by B. phoenicis on an invasive weed plant, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 104–108 Read article
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Monitoring Recent Vegetation Greenness Trend Impacted from Past Drought Events in Northern Arizona with AVIRIS and MODIS
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Northern Arizona has experienced a severe drought with significant impacts on various ecosystems. There have been extensive mortality and bark beetle insect population in conjunction with the multi-year drought. We evaluated remotely-sensed drought indicator with Airborne Visible Infra-Red Imaging Spectrometer (AVIRIS) hyperspectral data flown across the C. Hart Merriam Transect in northern Arizona and MODIS multispectral sensor. Drought impacts on vegetation …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 23–33 Read article
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Studies on Different Qualitative Traits of Green Tea Grown in Nontraditional Area Processed by Oven Drying and Microwave Drying in Different Power Levels
Abstract: In this study, tea plants (Camellia sinensis L.) were grown in nontraditional region with different soil and climatic characteristics in the southern part of West Bengal. To study the effect of different drying methods for production of green tea is main focus of this paper. Green tea is produced by applying nominal heat treatment targeting to inactivate the polyphenol oxidase and peroxidase enzymes to retain the original polyphenol content. Therefore, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Evaluation of Bioactive Compounds and Antibacterial Effect of Xanthium Indicum
Abstract: AbstractXanthium indicum L. is a common herbaceous weed found in India. One gram of the plant leaf was taken and different biochemical constituents, viz., moisture content, total carbohydrates, chlorophyll, free fatty acid, glucose, total lipid, protein, amino acid, calcium ascorbic acid and total alkaloid were estimated. The results indicated that significantly low levels of moisture content, total carbohydrates, chlorophyll and free fatty acid were present in the plant material. At …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Modeling of the Mechanism of Generating Processes of Water Electrolysis and Photosynthesis with Solar Energy Used for Productions of Gas Oxygen and Hydrogen, of Concentrate of the High-calorie Microalgae Chlorella, and for Industrial Wastewater Treatment
Abstract: The use of solar energy for generation of the process of water electrolysis, permitting the oxygen and hydrogen gases production, concentration of the high-calorie fast productive Chlorella microalgae, and industrial wastewater treatment is the most promising direction today. This is explained by the complete absence of electrical energy consumption for the implementation of these industrial technological projects. No less interesting is the process of photosynthesis of phytoplankton cells, which also …
Published in International Journal of Advance in Molecular Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 7–21 Read article
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Algal Biomass Production and its Utilization
Abstract: Algal biomass production is gaining traction as a promising source of bioenergy due to its rapid growth rate and ability to utilize carbon dioxide emissions. Algae, being photosynthetic organisms, require sunlight, CO2, and optimal growth conditions for biomass increase. Temperature, light intensity, pH, aeration, mixing, and salinity play crucial roles in achieving optimum growth. Algae cultivation can occur in various water resources without competing with conventional agriculture. Microalgae, with their …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Review on Spirulina ( Green Alage)
Abstract: Spirulina is an edible blue-green algae that is a plant protein source. In recent years, its health benefits have attracted scientific attention, including micro-level examinations of the algae's bioactive components. As proof of concept, investigations conducted in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo have shown how spirulina works and how it affects immunity. Spirulina has been used as a whole food and as a nutritional supplement for many years. It …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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Understanding the Dynamics of Biogenic and Anthropogenic Aerosols in the Atmosphere
Abstract: This study explores the complex interactions between marine aerosols, biogenic organic matter, and anthropogenic pollutants, highlighting their implications for climate and air quality. It is established that submicron-sized marine aerosols, primarily of biogenic origin, play a crucial role in cloud condensation nuclei (CCN) concentration, particularly during periods of high biological oceanic activity (HBA). The chemical composition of marine aerosols is significantly influenced by the ocean's annual biological cycle, with seasonal …
Published in International Journal of Atmosphere · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Characterization and Performance of a Multiphase Lignocellulosic-Polymeric Composite Growth Media in an IoT-Automated NFT Hydroponic System
Abstract: Hydroponics utilizing the Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) entails a type of soilless agriculture involving the delivery of a continuously flowing and thin film of nutrient-filled solution onto the roots of plants. With the move toward sustainable and efficient urban agriculture in the contemporary world and need to produce more effective and resource-efficient solutions, there have been significant efforts aimed at improving these techniques through advanced materials and automation. A consistent …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 542–555 Read article
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Anticancer, Nutritional & Other Therapeutic Potentials of Microgreens
Abstract: Microgreens are young, tender greens, immature greens (require light for photosynthesis and growing medium) that are developed from the seeds of cereals, herbs, legumes, and vegetables. These are used to enhance the color, texture, or flavor of salads and main dishes. The immature plants are harvested between 7 and 21 days, depending on the variety. They are referred to as "living superfoods," "functional foods," or "nutraceuticals," because they are rich …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article