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View article: Emergence of novel sublineages of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in Pakistan
Emergence of novel sublineages of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in Pakistan Open
Collectively, these observations highlight Lineage 3's ability to acquire first-line drug resistance continued transmission. Its predominance in the current study highlights the urgent need for lineage-specific diagnostics, enhanced drug s…
View article: Citrullus colocynthis and human health: Transforming nature bitterness to healing medicine
Citrullus colocynthis and human health: Transforming nature bitterness to healing medicine Open
View article: WITHDRAWN: Fractional ethanol precipitation of Gastrodiae Rhizoma -derived glucans triggers caspase-mediated apoptosis across diverse cancer cell lines.
WITHDRAWN: Fractional ethanol precipitation of Gastrodiae Rhizoma -derived glucans triggers caspase-mediated apoptosis across diverse cancer cell lines. Open
View article: Formulation development, characterization, and optimization of Eudragit–cinnamon essential oil-based nanoplatform and its efficacy against resistant bacteria
Formulation development, characterization, and optimization of Eudragit–cinnamon essential oil-based nanoplatform and its efficacy against resistant bacteria Open
Introduction Microbial resistance is a growing global concern, necessitating the development of novel drug delivery system to combat the resistant bacterial strains. We aimed to formulate Eudragit based cinnamon essential oil loaded nanopl…
View article: Antimicrobial resistance and beta-lactamase gene distribution among clinical isolates: a two-year cohort study
Antimicrobial resistance and beta-lactamase gene distribution among clinical isolates: a two-year cohort study Open
View article: Investigations of Materials and Technologies Behind Environmental Pollution Monitoring Sensors for Global Health
Investigations of Materials and Technologies Behind Environmental Pollution Monitoring Sensors for Global Health Open
Environmental pollution is a major concern, particularly in modern cities, due to its significant effects on human health and the global economy. These pollutants must be continuously monitored to prevent negative impacts on the environmen…
View article: Carbon dioxide solubility in polyethylene glycol polymer: an accurate intelligent estimation framework
Carbon dioxide solubility in polyethylene glycol polymer: an accurate intelligent estimation framework Open
View article: Unraveling Berberine's Molecular Mechanisms in Neuroprotection Against Neurodegeneration
Unraveling Berberine's Molecular Mechanisms in Neuroprotection Against Neurodegeneration Open
Neurodegenerative diseases (NDs) exhibit significant global public health challenges due to the lack of effective treatments. Berberine (BBR), a natural alkaloid compound in various plants, has been recognized for its potential neuroprotec…
View article: Efficacy of flaxseed in reducing blood pressure among patients with cardiovascular risk factors: A systematic review and meta-analysis of parallel randomized controlled trials
Efficacy of flaxseed in reducing blood pressure among patients with cardiovascular risk factors: A systematic review and meta-analysis of parallel randomized controlled trials Open
The prevalence rate of hypertension is on the rise at an alarming rate. Studies conducted on the influence of flaxseed on blood pressure (BP) have come up with conflicting conclusions. The current investigation’s major purpose is to conduc…
View article: Retraction of “Mercuric Chloride Induced Nephrotoxicity: Ameliorative Effect of <i>Carica papaya</i> Leaves Confirmed by Histopathology, Immunohistochemistry, and Gene Expression Studies”
Retraction of “Mercuric Chloride Induced Nephrotoxicity: Ameliorative Effect of <i>Carica papaya</i> Leaves Confirmed by Histopathology, Immunohistochemistry, and Gene Expression Studies” Open
[This retracts the article DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c01045.].
View article: MOFs@COFs composites: Advances, challenges, and multifunctional applications in emerging technologies
MOFs@COFs composites: Advances, challenges, and multifunctional applications in emerging technologies Open
MOFs and COFs are two remarkable classes of crystalline porous materials, boasting unique attributes such as remarkable surface area, customizable pore sizes, and a wide array of functionalities. In recent eras, the combination of these ma…
View article: Targeting signaling pathways in neurodegenerative diseases: Quercetin's cellular and molecular mechanisms for neuroprotection
Targeting signaling pathways in neurodegenerative diseases: Quercetin's cellular and molecular mechanisms for neuroprotection Open
Background Neurodegenerative diseases (NDs), including Alzheimer‘s disease, Parkinson‘s disease, and Huntington‘s disease, are complex and challenging due to their intricate pathophysiology and limited treatment options. Methods This revie…
View article: Exploring the neuroprotective benefits of phytochemicals extracted from indigenous edible fruits in Bangladesh
Exploring the neuroprotective benefits of phytochemicals extracted from indigenous edible fruits in Bangladesh Open
The increasing incidence of neurodegenerative diseases (NDs) and the constraints of existing treatment methods have spurred a keen interest in investigating alternative therapies. Medicinal plants, renowned for their long‐standing use in t…
View article: Odyssey of environmental and microbial interventions in maize crop improvement
Odyssey of environmental and microbial interventions in maize crop improvement Open
Maize ( Zea mays ) is India’s third-largest grain crop, serving as a primary food source for at least 30% of the population and sustaining 900 million impoverished people globally. The growing human population has led to an increasing dema…
View article: A comprehensive review on carbonylation reactions: catalysis by magnetic nanoparticle-supported transition metals
A comprehensive review on carbonylation reactions: catalysis by magnetic nanoparticle-supported transition metals Open
Magnetic catalysts have become a crucial innovation in carbonylation reactions, providing a sustainable and highly efficient means of synthesizing compounds that contain carbonyl groups.
View article: Multifacets in silico study of Plant Defensin 1.1 protein (PDF1.1) in <i>Brassica rapa</i> (turnip)
Multifacets in silico study of Plant Defensin 1.1 protein (PDF1.1) in <i>Brassica rapa</i> (turnip) Open
Brassica rapa (turnip) belongs to the Brassicaceae family. Due to the diseases caused by fungal pathogens such as Erysiphe cruciferarum, Alternaria japonica, and Alternaria brassicae, the yield of B. rapa was reduced in many Asian and Euro…
View article: Treatment of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infected macrophages with Rifabutin loaded β-glucan microparticles induces macroautophagy mediated bacillary killing
Treatment of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infected macrophages with Rifabutin loaded β-glucan microparticles induces macroautophagy mediated bacillary killing Open
Tuberculosis (TB), attributable to Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M.tb.), constitutes a formidable global health challenge, particularly with the proliferation of multidrug-resistant (MDR-TB) strains. The efficacious clearance of M.tb. from h…
View article: Multi-component synthesis and invitro biological assessment of novel pyrrole derivatives and pyrano[2,3-c]pyrazole derivatives using Co3O4 nanoparticles as recyclable nanocatalyst
Multi-component synthesis and invitro biological assessment of novel pyrrole derivatives and pyrano[2,3-c]pyrazole derivatives using Co3O4 nanoparticles as recyclable nanocatalyst Open
In this study, Co 3 O 4 nanoparticles were used as nanocatalyst for two different series of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds, including pyrrole (Pyo) derivatives and pyrano [2, 3-c]pyrazole (Pya[2, 3-c]Pyz) derivatives. In the sy…
View article: Rifabutin loaded inhalable β-glucan microparticle based drug delivery system for pulmonary TB
Rifabutin loaded inhalable β-glucan microparticle based drug delivery system for pulmonary TB Open
View article: Antimycobacterial and Anticancer Properties of Myrtus communis Leaf Extract
Antimycobacterial and Anticancer Properties of Myrtus communis Leaf Extract Open
Background: Plant-derived products or extracts are widely used in folk/traditional medicine to treat several infections, ailments, or disorders. A well-known medicinal herb, Myrtus communis is an evergreen fragrant plant native to the Medi…
View article: Antibacterial evaluation of 2-(6-Chloro-2-p-tolylquinazolin-4-ylthio) acetonitrile against pathogenic bacterial isolates with special reference to biofilm formation inhibition and anti-adherence properties
Antibacterial evaluation of 2-(6-Chloro-2-p-tolylquinazolin-4-ylthio) acetonitrile against pathogenic bacterial isolates with special reference to biofilm formation inhibition and anti-adherence properties Open
Background: Evaluating the effectiveness of a specific quinazoline molecule with antibacterial activity on microorganisms as a potential antibiotic substitution. Methods: A variety of microorganisms were tested with the designated quinazol…
View article: Investigating Tobacco’s Impact on DNA Repair Genes and Risks in Oral Precancer and Cancer: A Comprehensive Research Study
Investigating Tobacco’s Impact on DNA Repair Genes and Risks in Oral Precancer and Cancer: A Comprehensive Research Study Open
View article: Predicting Rice Blast (Pyriculariaoryzae) Severity Using Epidemiological Data with Advanced Regression Modeling Strategies
Predicting Rice Blast (Pyriculariaoryzae) Severity Using Epidemiological Data with Advanced Regression Modeling Strategies Open
Rice blast is a detrimental disease widely prevalent in the world. Many disease predictive models have been developed for Rice blast disease (RBD) in different regions, but the disease prediction modeling in semi-arid areas is less charact…
View article: Microwave-assisted synthesis of novel Ti/BTB-MOFs as porous anticancer and antibacterial agents
Microwave-assisted synthesis of novel Ti/BTB-MOFs as porous anticancer and antibacterial agents Open
Nano compounds, especially metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), have significant properties. Among the most important properties of these compounds, which depend on their specific surface area and porosity, are biological properties, such as a…
View article: Treatment of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infected macrophages with Rifabutin loaded β-glucan microparticles induces macroautophagy mediated bacillary killing
Treatment of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infected macrophages with Rifabutin loaded β-glucan microparticles induces macroautophagy mediated bacillary killing Open
This study aims to assess the therapeutic efficacy of Rifabutin-loaded β-glucan particles (DYDGP) in targeting Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M.tb.) within host macrophage cells. Drug-loaded β-glucan microparticles were prepared using rifabut…
View article: Antimycobacterial and anticancer properties of Myrtus communis leaf extract
Antimycobacterial and anticancer properties of Myrtus communis leaf extract Open
Background: Plant-derived products or extracts are widely used in folk/traditional medicine to treat several infections, ailments, or disorders. A well-known medicinal herb, Myrtus communis is an evergreen fragrant plant native to the Medi…
View article: Rifabutin loaded Inhalable β-glucan micro particle based drug delivery system for pulmonary TB
Rifabutin loaded Inhalable β-glucan micro particle based drug delivery system for pulmonary TB Open
Inhalable micro particle-based anti TB drug delivery systems are being investigated extensively for Tuberculosis [TB] treatment as they offer efficient and deep lung deposition with several advantages over conventional routes. It can reduc…
View article: Genomic Insight of Leishmania Parasite: In-Depth Review of Drug Resistance Mechanisms and Genetic Mutations
Genomic Insight of Leishmania Parasite: In-Depth Review of Drug Resistance Mechanisms and Genetic Mutations Open
Leishmaniasis, which is caused by a parasitic protozoan of the genus Leishmania, is still a major threat to global health, impacting millions of individuals worldwide in endemic areas. Chemotherapy has been the principal method for …
View article: Pb uptake, accumulation, and translocation in plants: Plant physiological, biochemical, and molecular response: A review
Pb uptake, accumulation, and translocation in plants: Plant physiological, biochemical, and molecular response: A review Open
Lead (Pb) is a highly toxic contaminant that is ubiquitously present in the ecosystem and poses severe environmental issues, including hazards to soil-plant systems. This review focuses on the uptake, accumulation, and translocation of Pb …
View article: The Global Impact of COVID-19: A Comprehensive Analysis of Its Effects on Various Aspects of Life
The Global Impact of COVID-19: A Comprehensive Analysis of Its Effects on Various Aspects of Life Open
In this study COVID-19 effects on different aspects of life that how this virus created a mess in every discipline of life starting from a small tuck shop of a street to a huge business with a chain between different countries; and some pr…