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37 articles for “fruit body”
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A Study on the Correlation between Yield and Substratum in the Cultivation of Oyster Mushroom
Abstract: AbstractEdible mushrooms are well known for their nutritional and medicinal properties; hence cultivation of mushroom is considered as a profitable business rather than a hobby. The profitability lies in the proper choice of; variety to be cultivated, substrate on which cultivation is made and proper management practices. The present study was focused to evaluate the growth and yield of ‘Pleurotus ostreatus’ on different substrates like paddy straw, Banana leaf, coir …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Evaluation of Different Extracts of Ganoderma lucidum on Pharmacognostical Parameters
Abstract: For about 5000 years or more, mushrooms have been used as medicines by human beings. Fungi are the great recyclers in nature. Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi) is one of the most commonly used species of medicinal mushrooms. Reishi is not an edible mushroom, though people use reishi to brew teas for medicinal purposes only. This mushroom, due to its large number of pharmacological properties, has attracted substantial attention in recent era. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Diversity of Agaricaceae (Basidiomycota: Agaricales) in Dharampur and Kaprada Taluka, Valsad District: A Taxonomic Study
Abstract: The fungal diversity of Dharampur and Kaprada Taluka in Valsad District, Gujarat, India, particularly within the Agaricaceae family, has been extensively studied. According to a standard reference text, the Agaricaceae contains 85 genera and 1340 species. Agaricaceae fungi, categorized as macrofungi, are prevalent in this region and are notably utilized by local tribal communities for culinary purposes due to their edibility. The life cycle of Agaricus is cyclic beginning with …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 51–62 Read article
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Recovery of Mycelial Biomass of Agaricus Bisporus, Pleurotus Ostreatus, Ganoderma lucidum, Hieracium Erinaceus: A comparative Study
Abstract: Mushrooms are the spore-bearing fruiting body of fungi which has a significant potential for numerous applications like pharmaceuticals, textile industry, bioremediation, soil management, alternative to toxic packaging materials and environment sustainability. Mushrooms generally belongs to the class Basidiomycota or Ascomycota. They are typically made of hyphae, the tiniest threads which comprises most fungi. Mycelia are tiny thread like structure which help in making vegetative part of fungus. In this study, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 12–18 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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Transmission, Immune Response, and Immunomodulation in Giardiasis
Abstract: Giardiasis is a major public health problem at least in terms of morbidity in many geographical areas of the world. There are regional pockets in developing countries where prevalence rate of giardiasis is much higher than other parasitic diseases. The prevalence of Giardia intestinalis in symptomatic diarrhoeal cases vary from place to place and also from time to time. The overall prevalence generally ranges from 2 to 57% and mainly …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Analyze the growth of Pleurotus florida under different incubated conditions
Abstract: The edible mushroom Pleurotus florida was cultured under microbiological condition which favored the growth of mycelium on selective potato dextrose agar medium. The same mycelium also grows well in wheat grain substrate during grain spawn production. But the mycelial growth efficiency of P. florida was higher in coconut coir, paddy straw and paddy straw + newspaper waste substrates when spawn running process. The pin head formation stage was only observed …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Evaluation of the Soil Fungi of the Restricted Area of the Bisalpur Dam Area of the Rajasthan
Abstract: Fungi are the typical organism of the plant world, they are the typical eukaryotes, they are the parasites or the saprophytes of the plant kingdom , the world of the plant pathology is consists of the interaction of the fungi with the plants , they are filamentous and they forms the mycelium , different types of the fruiting body are the unique features of the of the fungal world , …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 16–18 Read article
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A Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning Techniques for Fruit Defect Detection Systems
Abstract: With evolving technologies in machine learning, significant advancements have been made in the livestock industry, helping to reduce waste, increase yield, achieve cost savings, and improve competitiveness in the marketplace. Fruit defect detection models support precision agriculture by providing valuable data for decision-making and enhancing overall efficiency through automated inspection processes. This study implements and comparatively evaluates machine learning models including MobileNetV2, a custom-designed convolutional neural network (CNN) model, ResNet50, …
Published in Journal of Image Processing & Pattern Recognition Progress · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 37–47 Read article
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Knowledge, Attitude of Traditional Medicine among the Rural Communities of Bilaspur District (C.G.) India
Abstract: The herbs are still widely used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. Herbal medicines are natural and intrinsically harmless and have their own anti-disease effects. There are many tribal-dominated communities residing in the state of Chhattisgarh, who are very aware of the usefulness of medicinal plants. Medicinal valuable plant species are used for various diseases and disorders, diagnosis and cure by tribal communities of Bilaspur district and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Study of Ambu in Relation to Pathophysiology
Abstract: Water is most abundant in human body. It circulates all over the body and provides the medium and solute gets dissolved in it. Without water, there can be no existence of life and it acts as a volume conductor. In society, it seems to be considered as beneficial if taken in excess amount but not actually as beneficial as the society thinks in respect to obey the instruction of general …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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The Pharmacological Importance of Quercus incana: A Review
Abstract: Baloot or Quercus incana, commonly known as blue jack oak or cinnamon oak, a large evergreen tree, belongs to genus Quercus, largest genus of family Fagaceae, approximately 900 species distributed in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia as well as temperate zones of Northern Hemisphere The genus Quercus have long been considered among the clades of woody angiosperms in terms of species diversity, horticulture merit and ecological dominance, industrial and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Comparative Evaluation of Heavy Metal Content in Selected Leafy Vegetables and Fruits Collected from the Market of Prayagraj
Abstract: The following research work has been undertaken to examine the presence of heavy metals, i.e. lead, cadmium, copper, iron, and cobalt in some selected vegetables and fruits supplied in the local market. The process used to determine heavy metals is Atomic Absorption Spectrometer. Iron concentration in spinach, tomato, and cauliflower, and ladyfinger showed higher ranges which were exceeding the permissible limits. Overall from the following study, we can conclude that …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Comparative Evaluation of Dodders, Giloy, Onion Peels and Fruit Waste-Prepared Composite Biochar Polymeric Adsorbent (CBPA) For Use in Wastewater Treatment
Abstract: Due to pollutants that have a negative impact on water bodies, wastewater treatment has attracted a lot of attention throughout the years. In many developing countries domestic and industrial wastewater treatment plants are lacking or not working efficiently for detergents due to the refractory nature of such chemicals. Generally the industrial wastewater is directly discharged into the existing water bodies (drains, nallahs etc.) after primary settling tanks. These refractory contaminants …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 72–80 Read article
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Marburg Virus a Global Infectious Disease: A Review
Abstract: This single negative-stranded RNA virus was first found in 1967 in the German cities Marburg and Frankfurt and Belgrade. The reason behind this virus disease was infected grivet monkeys were imported from Uganda. This virus is often called Vervet monkey disease due to the initial association between non-human primates and viruses. This virus is the etiologic agent of Marburg hemorrhagic fever in humans and non-human primates. Replication mainly occurs through …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 15–28 Read article
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A Review on Citrullus lanatus
Abstract: Citrullus lanatus is an herbaceous climbing plant and belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. It is commonly known as watermelon. It is grown in a variety of temperatures around the world. Economically it is growing very well in the word. The fruit is high in the antioxidants, lycopene and carotenoids. It helps to neutralise free radicals in our body. Watermelon seeds are high in vitamins B, protein, minerals and phytochemicals, among other …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Phytochemical, Pharmacological and Toxicological Studies of Solanum americanum: A Systemic Review
Abstract: Solanum americanum, a plant widely used in folk medicine, has recently gained attention in the scientific community due to its diverse therapeutic potential. The bioactive compounds found in different plant parts, such as alkaloids, flavonoids, and tannins, have significant medicinal effects. These compounds exhibit several pharmacological properties, such as antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antioxidant effects. However, despite these medicinal benefits, some compounds show significant toxicity to the human body if …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 52–62 Read article
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Garcinia cambogia Use of Weight Loss and Hepatotoxicity: A Review
Abstract: A complex disorder of hunger control and energy metabolism driven by certain biological variables is obesity. This study aims to evaluate the applications of Garcinia cambogia products for appetite suppression and fat burning. This little fruit, which looks a lot like a pumpkin, is marketed and used most frequently these days as a weight-loss supplement. Research has demonstrated that the fruit rind's main organic acid component, (−)-hydroxycitric acid (HCA), and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 08–14 Read article
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Carbohydrate Deficiency
Abstract: Carbohydrates are preferred source of energy, its deficiency leed to utilization of protein and fats for energy. Human body in deficiency will make glucose from other sources and use them for energy like in Ketosis which occurs in absence of carbohydrates. Regular consumption of fruits, starchy vegetables prevent ketosis which can be harmful. As a result, it can be stated that some whole grains, as well as a large number …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 17–19 Read article
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Body Weight Patterns and Lifestyle Behaviors Among Male College Students in Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh: A Cross-Sectional Study
Abstract: Abnormal body weight in young adults is a major public-health concern, particularly in low- and middle-income settings where undernutrition and excess weight may coexist. The college period often involves changes in diet, physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep, all of which influence nutritional status and future disease risk. This study assessed the prevalence of underweight and overweight/obesity among college-aged male students in Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh, India, and examined the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 31–38 Read article