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View article: Microbial profile and antibiotic resistance patterns of organisms causing venous catheter infections in hemodialysis units
Microbial profile and antibiotic resistance patterns of organisms causing venous catheter infections in hemodialysis units Open
Background: Central venous catheters (CVCs) are widely used in hemodialysis but predispose patients to catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs). This study evaluated microbial patterns, antibiotic resistance, and risk factors of CR…
View article: Bismuth-based magnetic Z-scheme heterojunctions as emerging photocatalysts for the environmental remediation of pharmaceuticals
Bismuth-based magnetic Z-scheme heterojunctions as emerging photocatalysts for the environmental remediation of pharmaceuticals Open
The extensive use of pharmaceuticals driven by urbanization and globalization has led to their excessive discharge into waterways, causing many environmental problems. These emerging contaminants pose numerous risks to human health, aquati…
View article: Need for Antibiotics in Cases of Acute Uncomplicated Diverticulitis: A Meta-Analysis of Conservative Versus Antibiotic Treatment Approaches
Need for Antibiotics in Cases of Acute Uncomplicated Diverticulitis: A Meta-Analysis of Conservative Versus Antibiotic Treatment Approaches Open
Acute uncomplicated diverticulitis (AUD) is often treated with antibiotics, though recent evidence questions their necessity in clinically stable patients. Concerns over antibiotic resistance have prompted consideration of conservative, no…
View article: Efficacy Evaluation of Different Doses of Nitrgenous Fertilizers on the Growth and Yield of Maize (Zea mays)
Efficacy Evaluation of Different Doses of Nitrgenous Fertilizers on the Growth and Yield of Maize (Zea mays) Open
This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of various nitrogen fertilizer application strategies on maize growth and yield using a Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) at Descon Research Farms, Kasur during spring season 2024. Four …
View article: Improved Cellulolytic Activity of Alternaria citri: Optimization and EMS Treatment for Enhanced Cellulase Production
Improved Cellulolytic Activity of Alternaria citri: Optimization and EMS Treatment for Enhanced Cellulase Production Open
Fungal species secrete various enzymes and are considered the primary sources of industrially important cellulases. Cellulases are essential natural factors for cellulose degradation and have attracted significant interest for multiple app…
View article: Employee’s Motivation and Retention in Textile sector: Evaluating the Role of Occupational Risks and Job Satisfaction in Pakistan
Employee’s Motivation and Retention in Textile sector: Evaluating the Role of Occupational Risks and Job Satisfaction in Pakistan Open
The research examines the principal factors influencing employee motivation and retention within Pakistan's textile industry. The primary survey data was acquired from 498 respondents using convenience sampling through a questionnaire. The…
View article: Melamine a Potent Carcinogen: Detection in Packed and Unpacked Milk Samples Collected from Different Regions of Lahore, Pakistan by ELISA Method
Melamine a Potent Carcinogen: Detection in Packed and Unpacked Milk Samples Collected from Different Regions of Lahore, Pakistan by ELISA Method Open
Melamine is a nitrogen-rich compound often added to milk to enhance its protein contents. The European Commission has established a permissible limit of 2.5mg/kg for melamine, as excessive amounts can lead to kidney stones and other health…
View article: PREVALENCE OF PATHOGENIC BACTERIA AND ISOLATION OF LACTIC ACID BACTERIA (LAB) FROM PRE-PROCESSED CATTLE MILK ACROSS VARIOUS REGIONS OF PUNJAB, PAKISTAN
PREVALENCE OF PATHOGENIC BACTERIA AND ISOLATION OF LACTIC ACID BACTERIA (LAB) FROM PRE-PROCESSED CATTLE MILK ACROSS VARIOUS REGIONS OF PUNJAB, PAKISTAN Open
View article: Phytochemical profile of stem extract of Carthamus oxycantha and identification of herbicidal and antimicrobial constituents
Phytochemical profile of stem extract of Carthamus oxycantha and identification of herbicidal and antimicrobial constituents Open
The present study was carried out to enlist herbicidal and antimicrobial compounds in the methanolic stem extract of Carthamus oxycantha, a problematic weed of Asteraceae. Methanolic stem extract was subjected to GC-MS analysis that reveal…
View article: GENE ACTION OF MAIZE TRAITS AND RESISTANT SOURCE DETECTION AGAINST STALK ROT USING DEEP LEARNING TECHNIQUE
GENE ACTION OF MAIZE TRAITS AND RESISTANT SOURCE DETECTION AGAINST STALK ROT USING DEEP LEARNING TECHNIQUE Open
View article: Viral Oncogenesis Biomarkers in Diagnostics: From Tumor Viruses to Precision Cancer Medicine
Viral Oncogenesis Biomarkers in Diagnostics: From Tumor Viruses to Precision Cancer Medicine Open
This comprehensive exploration delves into the intricate realm of oncogenic viruses, spanning the Epstein-Barr virus, Hepatitis B virus, Hepatitis C virus, Kaposi's sarcoma herpesvirus, and Human T-cell lymphotropic virus type 1. An in-dep…
View article: Evaluation of entomopathogenic fungi for biological control of wheat aphid (Sitobion avenae) under laboratory conditions
Evaluation of entomopathogenic fungi for biological control of wheat aphid (Sitobion avenae) under laboratory conditions Open
A major wheat pest that causes enormous financial losses worldwide is the wheat aphid (Sitobin avenae). Aphid populations has traditionally been controlled with chemical pesticides, but because of their negative effects on the environment …
View article: Effectiveness of entomopathogenic fungi against peach fruit fly, Bactrocera zonata (Saunders) (Tephritidae: Diptera)
Effectiveness of entomopathogenic fungi against peach fruit fly, Bactrocera zonata (Saunders) (Tephritidae: Diptera) Open
Bactrocera zonata, commonly known as peach fruit fly, attacks a number of soft fruits such as peach, guava and mango. For its control, entomopathogenic fungi offer a safe and efficient substitute of insecticides, which can lead to pest res…
View article: Evaluation of entomopathogenic fungi for biological control of wheat aphid (Sitobion avenae) under laboratory conditions
Evaluation of entomopathogenic fungi for biological control of wheat aphid (Sitobion avenae) under laboratory conditions Open
A major wheat pest that causes enormous financial losses worldwide is the wheat aphid (Sitobin avenae). Aphid populations has traditionally been controlled with chemical pesticides, but because of their negative effects on the environment …
View article: Effectiveness of entomopathogenic fungi against peach fruit fly, Bactrocera zonata (Saunders) (Tephritidae: Diptera)
Effectiveness of entomopathogenic fungi against peach fruit fly, Bactrocera zonata (Saunders) (Tephritidae: Diptera) Open
Bactrocera zonata, commonly known as peach fruit fly, attacks a number of soft fruits such as peach, guava and mango. For its control, entomopathogenic fungi offer a safe and efficient substitute of insecticides, which can lead to pest res…
View article: Effect of thermal stress on the biological traits of pink bollworm (Pectinophora gossypiella Saunders) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae)
Effect of thermal stress on the biological traits of pink bollworm (Pectinophora gossypiella Saunders) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) Open
The pink bollworm (Pectinophora gossypiella) is a significant pest of cotton worldwide. Its occurrence and distribution across various cotton-growing regions are influenced by multiple factors, with temperature being a critical determinant…
View article: Synergistic Effect of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria and Cirsium arvenseagainst Black Scurf Disease of Potato
Synergistic Effect of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria and Cirsium arvenseagainst Black Scurf Disease of Potato Open
Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is an important cash crop of Pakistan. Black scurf of potato is a very important disease that is caused by Rhizoctonia solaniKühn. In this study, management of black scurf of potato was done through biocontrol…
View article: GC-MS analysis and antifungal potential of flower extract of Acacia nilotica subsp. Indica against Macrophomina phaseolina
GC-MS analysis and antifungal potential of flower extract of Acacia nilotica subsp. Indica against Macrophomina phaseolina Open
Macrophomina phaseolina is a wide host ranged soil-borne fungal plant pathogen. It infects more than 500 host plant species belonging to 100 families. Many important oil-seed and leguminous crops are known to be attacked by this devastatin…
View article: Exploration of resistance level against Black Scurf caused by Rhizoctonia solani in different cultivars of potato
Exploration of resistance level against Black Scurf caused by Rhizoctonia solani in different cultivars of potato Open
Black Scurf is one of the destructive fungal diseases of potato crops caused by fungus Rhizoctonia solani. Cultural practices and fungicide applications are insufficient in effectively combating the pathogen, while utilizing resistant cult…
View article: Entomopathogenic fungal strains as potential candidates for the management of red flour beetle, Tribolium castaneum (Tenebrionidea: Coleoptera), a potential pest of stored grains
Entomopathogenic fungal strains as potential candidates for the management of red flour beetle, Tribolium castaneum (Tenebrionidea: Coleoptera), a potential pest of stored grains Open
The red flour beetle, known scientifically as Tribolium castaneum , stands as a notorious pest afflicting stored grain commodities. The widespread reliance on chemical pesticides to curb its infestations poses a significant threat to human…
View article: Advancing sustainable agriculture: Metal-doped urea–hydroxyapatite hybrid nanofertilizer for agro-industry
Advancing sustainable agriculture: Metal-doped urea–hydroxyapatite hybrid nanofertilizer for agro-industry Open
Nanotechnology holds excessive potential for addressing agricultural challenges such as soil deprivation, nutrient deficiencies, low harvests, and nutrient leaching. Nanofertilizers enable more efficient nutrient absorption by plants due t…
View article: Chemical Control of Fall Armyworm, Spodoptera Frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) under Field Conditions
Chemical Control of Fall Armyworm, Spodoptera Frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) under Field Conditions Open
Maize holds significance as a primary staple crop and is ranked third in global production. Many factors affect the yield of this crop, but the most important problem is insect pests. Fall armyworm (FAW) is a very destructive pest of maize…
View article: Synthesis and Antimicrobial Analysis of High Surface Area Strontium-Substituted Calcium Phosphate Nanostructures for Bone Regeneration
Synthesis and Antimicrobial Analysis of High Surface Area Strontium-Substituted Calcium Phosphate Nanostructures for Bone Regeneration Open
Continuous microwave-assisted flow synthesis has been used as a simple, more efficient, and low-cost route to fabricate a range of nanosized (<100 nm) strontium-substituted calcium phosphates. In this study, fine nanopowder was synthesized…
View article: Bioefficacy of Some Botanical Extracts against Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer [Leucinodes orbonalis (Guenee); Lepidoptera, Pyrallidae)
Bioefficacy of Some Botanical Extracts against Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer [Leucinodes orbonalis (Guenee); Lepidoptera, Pyrallidae) Open
Plant-based biopesticides such as extracts of neem and eucalyptus are gaining increasing attention as potential alternatives to synthetic pesticides due to their reduced toxicity to non-target species and the environment. The present study…
View article: Exploration of Resistance Level in Different Cultivars of Potato to Black Scurf Casued by Rozactonia Solani
Exploration of Resistance Level in Different Cultivars of Potato to Black Scurf Casued by Rozactonia Solani Open
Black Scurf is one of the destructive fungal diseases of potato crops caused by fungus Rhizoctonia solani . Cultural practices and fungicide applications are insufficient in effectively combating the pathogen, while utilizing resistant cul…
View article: Effect of quinoa biomass and biocontrol fungi on expression of IPER gene in mung bean in Macrophomina phaseolina contaminated soil
Effect of quinoa biomass and biocontrol fungi on expression of IPER gene in mung bean in Macrophomina phaseolina contaminated soil Open
Background: Mung bean is a pulse crop of economic significance, grown in Pakistan for its edible seeds. Its production is severely affected by Macrophomina phaseolina, a necrotrophic pathogen. This study was carried out to investigate the …
View article: Identification of Pharmaceutically Important Constituents of Quinoa Root
Identification of Pharmaceutically Important Constituents of Quinoa Root Open
The present investigation was carried out to explore the bioactive compounds from the n-hexane fraction of methanolic extract of quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd.) roots. For this purpose, C. quinoa roots were collected, shade dried, and c…
View article: Potential antimicrobial compounds in flower extract of Plumeria alba
Potential antimicrobial compounds in flower extract of Plumeria alba Open
This study was carried out to investigate the antimicrobial activity of methanolic flower extract of Plumeria alba and identification of the possible antimicrobial compounds through GC–MS analysis. Antimicrobial efficacy of the methanolic …
View article: Leaves of Chenopodium album as source of natural fungicides against Sclertium rolfsii
Leaves of Chenopodium album as source of natural fungicides against Sclertium rolfsii Open
Series of experiments were conducted to identify the possible antifungal components of Chenopodium album leaves for the management of a highly destructive soil-borne fungal pathogen Sclerotium rolfsii. A 4% methanolic extract caused up to …
View article: BIOACTIVE COMPONENTS OF ETHYL ACETATE EXTRACT OF CASSIA FISTULA FLOWERS
BIOACTIVE COMPONENTS OF ETHYL ACETATE EXTRACT OF CASSIA FISTULA FLOWERS Open
This study was carried out to identify the phytoconstituents in ethyl acetate fraction of flower extract of Indian laburnum (Cassia fistula L.) and to enlist their bioactivities as reported in the literature. For this purpose, dry flowers …