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View article: Dissecting the Affinity of Neighboring Malvaceae Genera; Brachychiton and Sterculia Through Morphological, Anatomical, and Molecular Approaches
Dissecting the Affinity of Neighboring Malvaceae Genera; Brachychiton and Sterculia Through Morphological, Anatomical, and Molecular Approaches Open
Morphological, anatomical, and molecular information facilitates the identification and inference of the relatedness of plant species. In this study, the macromorphological, micromorphological, and anatomical characteristics of nine specie…
View article: Different Categorizations of Synthetic Pesticides and Their Effects on Soil
Different Categorizations of Synthetic Pesticides and Their Effects on Soil Open
View article: Role of Active Site and CO<sub>2</sub>‐Interacting Surface Species in Dry Reforming of Methane over Strontium Promoted Ni Catalyst Supported by Lanthanum‐Zirconia
Role of Active Site and CO<sub>2</sub>‐Interacting Surface Species in Dry Reforming of Methane over Strontium Promoted Ni Catalyst Supported by Lanthanum‐Zirconia Open
In the context of global warming, the dry reforming of methane (DRM) has gained significant attention due to its ability to simultaneously deplete two greenhouse gases, i. e. CH 4 and CO 2 , and generate syngas. Herein, strontium‐promoted …
View article: Seed oil of <i>Capsella bursa-pastoris</i> (L.) Medik. a non-edible promising feedstock for biodiesel synthesis
Seed oil of <i>Capsella bursa-pastoris</i> (L.) Medik. a non-edible promising feedstock for biodiesel synthesis Open
Finding an alternative energy source that satisfies our energy needs while being ecologically beneficial is vital. This study aimed to synthesize biodiesel of ASTM standard from the non-edible seed oil of Capsella bursa-pastoris (L.) Medik…
View article: Assessment of Ailanthus altissima seed oil as a potential source for biodiesel production using nickel oxide nanoparticles catalyst
Assessment of Ailanthus altissima seed oil as a potential source for biodiesel production using nickel oxide nanoparticles catalyst Open
The identification of suitable non-edible plant feedstock is crucial not only to meet energy demands but also to be environmentally friendly. This study aimed to synthesize nickel oxide (NiO) nanoparticles and use these for synthesizing bi…
View article: Ethnomedicinal indices based ethno-veterinary plant profile of Yousaf Baba Hills, District Mohmand, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Ethnomedicinal indices based ethno-veterinary plant profile of Yousaf Baba Hills, District Mohmand, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Open
The local communities in Pakistan's remote mountainous regions possess a unique and rich treasure trove of ethnoveterinary knowledge regarding an indigenous medicinal plant that has been passed down through generations for centuries. In th…
View article: Recycling calcium oxide nanoparticles for sustainable biodiesel production from nonedible feedstock <i>Argemone mexicana</i> L.
Recycling calcium oxide nanoparticles for sustainable biodiesel production from nonedible feedstock <i>Argemone mexicana</i> L. Open
Biodiesel, seen as a key alternative to fossil fuels, has drawn significant attention. In this study, we synthesised calcium oxide (CaO) nanoparticles and assessed their catalytic efficiency for biodiesel production from the nonedible seed…
View article: Band–gap reduction of aluminum substituted M−type hexagonal ferrite to study its characteristics
Band–gap reduction of aluminum substituted M−type hexagonal ferrite to study its characteristics Open
The sol-gel auto-combustion approach was used to create a binary combination of Strontium aluminum chromium M−type hexaferrites at the iron site. The hexagonal phase and normal composition of prepared substances were confirmed through X-ra…
View article: Medicinal plant utilization among three linguistic groups in selected districts of Jammu and Kashmir
Medicinal plant utilization among three linguistic groups in selected districts of Jammu and Kashmir Open
Introduction: A number of indigenous communities reside in the Himalayan belt of Kashmir, where absence of modern health care facilities represents crucial problems to their survival. This study was conducted with the aim to document the u…
View article: Cross-cultural ethnomedicinal study of the wild species of the genus Berberis used by the ethnic communities living along both sides of the Indo-Pak border in Kashmir
Cross-cultural ethnomedicinal study of the wild species of the genus Berberis used by the ethnic communities living along both sides of the Indo-Pak border in Kashmir Open
Background: Plants have been the basis of human medical systems for thousands of years in Pakistan and India. This study was conducted to compare the traditional medicinal knowledge and species diversity of the genus Berberis that are wide…
View article: Ethnomedicinal study of medicinal plants used by the population of Taunsa Sharif, Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab, Pakistan
Ethnomedicinal study of medicinal plants used by the population of Taunsa Sharif, Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab, Pakistan Open
Background: Many human illnesses are treated by plant-based medicines because medicinal plants are rich sources of bioactive chemicals. The aim of this study was to document the traditional uses of medicinal plants used by the indigenous c…
View article: Biodiesel production from Sisymbrium irio as a potential novel biomass waste feedstock using homemade titania catalyst
Biodiesel production from Sisymbrium irio as a potential novel biomass waste feedstock using homemade titania catalyst Open
Biomass waste streams are a possible feedstock for a range of eco-friendly products and a crucial alternative energy source for achieving carbon neutrality; therefore, the efficient management of biomass waste has taken on a greater signif…
View article: Ethnoveterinary study of the medicinal plants of Dheri, Julagram, Khar, Tari, and Totakan Villages of Tehsil Batkhela, Malakand, Northern Pakistan
Ethnoveterinary study of the medicinal plants of Dheri, Julagram, Khar, Tari, and Totakan Villages of Tehsil Batkhela, Malakand, Northern Pakistan Open
Background: The current study was conducted to document the medicinal plants used commonly for the treatment of veterinary diseases in the study area. Methods: The snowball sampling method was used for the selection of informants and the i…
View article: Band–Gap Reduction of Aluminum Substituted M-Type Hexagonal Ferrite to Study its Characteristics
Band–Gap Reduction of Aluminum Substituted M-Type Hexagonal Ferrite to Study its Characteristics Open
View article: A Cross-Cultural Analysis of Medicinal Plant Utilization among the Four Ethnic Communities in Northern Regions of Jammu and Kashmir, India
A Cross-Cultural Analysis of Medicinal Plant Utilization among the Four Ethnic Communities in Northern Regions of Jammu and Kashmir, India Open
Medicinal plants are utilized around the globe for the treatment of a wide range of ailments. This study is an attempt to document the utilization of medicinal plants across the four different cultural groups residing in the rural and remo…
View article: Biodiesel Synthesis from Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum (L.) Gaertn.) Seed Oil using ZnO Nanoparticles as a Catalyst
Biodiesel Synthesis from Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum (L.) Gaertn.) Seed Oil using ZnO Nanoparticles as a Catalyst Open
Biodiesel is considered valuable to reduce dependency on petrofuels. This work aimed to synthesize biodiesel from Silybum marianum using synthesized ZnO nanoparticles as a catalyst. The synthesized ZnO nanoparticles were examined by scanni…
View article: Medicinal Plants and Related Ethnomedicinal Knowledge in the Communities of Khadukhel Tehsil, Buner District, Pakistan
Medicinal Plants and Related Ethnomedicinal Knowledge in the Communities of Khadukhel Tehsil, Buner District, Pakistan Open
The local communities of Pakistan have vast traditional knowledge about local medicinal plants that is centuries old and transferred from generation to generation, but now, the survival of this precious ethnic knowledge is threatened. This…
View article: Synthesis of biodiesel from Carthamus tinctorius L. oil using TiO2 nanoparticles as a catalyst
Synthesis of biodiesel from Carthamus tinctorius L. oil using TiO2 nanoparticles as a catalyst Open
Objectives: The present study aimed to synthesize Titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles and assess its catalytic role in the synthesis of biodiesel from Carthamus tinctorius L. (a non-edible plant source). Methods: The precipitation approa…
View article: Synthesis of Biodiesel from Ricinus communis L. Seed Oil, a Promising Non-Edible Feedstock Using Calcium Oxide Nanoparticles as a Catalyst
Synthesis of Biodiesel from Ricinus communis L. Seed Oil, a Promising Non-Edible Feedstock Using Calcium Oxide Nanoparticles as a Catalyst Open
This work aimed to synthesize biodiesel from Ricinus communis L., using calcium oxide (CaO) nanoparticles as a catalyst. The CaO nanoparticles were examined by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD). The physico-che…
View article: Biodiesel Synthesis from Milk Thistle Extract of <em>Silybum marianum</em> (L.) Gaertn. using ZnO Nanoparticles as A Catalyst
Biodiesel Synthesis from Milk Thistle Extract of <em>Silybum marianum</em> (L.) Gaertn. using ZnO Nanoparticles as A Catalyst Open
Biodiesel is considered valuable to reduce dependency on petro-fuels. This work aimed to synthesize biodiesel from Silybum marianum using synthesized ZnO nanoparticles as a catalyst. The synthesized ZnO nanoparticles were examined by scann…
View article: Ethnopharmacological evaluation of medicinal plants used to treat diabetes mellitus in Maidan valley, Dir Lower, Pakistan
Ethnopharmacological evaluation of medicinal plants used to treat diabetes mellitus in Maidan valley, Dir Lower, Pakistan Open
This ethnopharmacological investigation aims to collect, identify, and document distinguishable medicinal plant species and remedies used by the local people for the management of diabetes in the Maidan valley in the district Dir Lower, Kh…
View article: A cross-cultural ethnobotanical knowledge comparison about local plants among Pashto, Punjabi and Saraiki communities living in Southwest Pakistan
A cross-cultural ethnobotanical knowledge comparison about local plants among Pashto, Punjabi and Saraiki communities living in Southwest Pakistan Open
Background: The current work was conducted with the aim for the documentation of the indigenous uses of medicinal plants for food purposes across the three main indigenous communities in South-west Pakistan. Field work was conducted in 21 …
View article: Traditions for Future Cross-National Food Security—Food and Foraging Practices among Different Native Communities in the Western Himalayas
Traditions for Future Cross-National Food Security—Food and Foraging Practices among Different Native Communities in the Western Himalayas Open
Traditional diets exist in all cultures and geographic regions, and they often represent healthy eating options. Traditional culinary preparations have, however, often undergone profound change, even in the isolated Himalayan region. There…
View article: Food and culture: Cultural patterns related to food by indigenous communities in Kashmir – A Western Himalayan region
Food and culture: Cultural patterns related to food by indigenous communities in Kashmir – A Western Himalayan region Open
Background: Food and culture have both local and global implications. Through their distinct culinary habits, communities are linked to their culture. Foods can transmit a variety of cultural meanings in and of themselves. It describes the…
View article: An ethnobotanical survey of wild food plants used by the local communities of Kumrat Valley in District Upper Dir, Pakistan
An ethnobotanical survey of wild food plants used by the local communities of Kumrat Valley in District Upper Dir, Pakistan Open
Background: Local people of the Kumrat Valley, district Upper Dir in Northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan rely on wild food plants (WFP) for nutrition, medicine, and monetary value. The present study aimed to accomplish a detailed invest…
View article: Ethnobotanical study of indigenous knowledge on medicinal plants used by the tribal communities in tehsil “Karnah” of District Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir) India
Ethnobotanical study of indigenous knowledge on medicinal plants used by the tribal communities in tehsil “Karnah” of District Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir) India Open
Background: A fair amount of ethnobotanical knowledge of wild plant species is still held by the native people of the Himalayan mountainous region. The present study quantified the ethnobotanical usage of plants in a remote tehsil (Karnah)…
View article: Synthesis and Structural Characterization of Biofuel From Cocklebur sp., Using Zinc Oxide Nano-Particle: A Novel Energy Crop for Bioenergy Industry
Synthesis and Structural Characterization of Biofuel From Cocklebur sp., Using Zinc Oxide Nano-Particle: A Novel Energy Crop for Bioenergy Industry Open
This study is reporting the biofuel synthesis and characterization from the novel non-edible feedstock cocklebur seeds oil. The Cocklebur crop seeds oil was studied as a potential source for biofuel production based on the chemical, struct…
View article: Ethnomedicinal survey of the plants used for gynecological disorders by the indigenous community of district Buner, Pakistan
Ethnomedicinal survey of the plants used for gynecological disorders by the indigenous community of district Buner, Pakistan Open
Background: This study is the first of its own kind conducted in the study area with the aim to document and conserve the indigenous traditional knowledge of medicinal plants used for curing gynecological diseases.Materials and Methods: Du…
View article: Ethno-Medicinal Survey of Indigenous Medicinal Plants used by the Local Population of Goleen Valley, Chitral, Pakistan
Ethno-Medicinal Survey of Indigenous Medicinal Plants used by the Local Population of Goleen Valley, Chitral, Pakistan Open