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View article: Congo red dye removal using green synthesized titanium oxide nanoparticles using saponin biosurfactant derived from <i>Sapindus mukorossi</i>
Congo red dye removal using green synthesized titanium oxide nanoparticles using saponin biosurfactant derived from <i>Sapindus mukorossi</i> Open
The present study focuses on an eco-friendly approach for dye removal using green-synthesised titanium dioxide nanoparticles stabilised with a saponin biosurfactant derived from Sapindus mukorossi. Saponins were extracted by maceration, So…
View article: Performance optimization of ethanol blends in diesel model using Taguchi and grey relational approach
Performance optimization of ethanol blends in diesel model using Taguchi and grey relational approach Open
The incorporation of biofuels, such as ethanol and biodiesel, offers a viable alternative, but it requires meticulous tuning of engine characteristics. Given their emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter (PM),…
View article: Climate Change Impacts on Insect Biodiversity and Distribution: A Review
Climate Change Impacts on Insect Biodiversity and Distribution: A Review Open
Insects are vital to various ecosystems as pollinators, decomposers, and food sources for many organisms. They dominate diverse terrestrial (e.g., glassland) and aquatic (lakes, oceans, rivers, etc.) ecosystems. Climate change is an increa…
View article: GenoDense-Net: unraveling the genomic puzzle of the global pathogen
GenoDense-Net: unraveling the genomic puzzle of the global pathogen Open
The respiratory system of humans is impacted by infectious and deadly illnesses like COVID-19. Early identification and diagnosis of this type of illness is essential to stop the infection from spreading further. In the present research, w…
View article: Design and laboratory testing of a hybrid renewable energy system using commercial off-the-shelf components
Design and laboratory testing of a hybrid renewable energy system using commercial off-the-shelf components Open
This study explores the design and performance evaluation of a solar-wind-battery hybrid energy system intended for remote, high-altitude, unmanned locations. The system addresses the challenges of power reliability in areas with unpredict…
View article: Molecular detection tool for prompt, reliable and precise diagnosis of the rice weevil, Sitophilus oryzae (Linnaeus) infestation in wheat
Molecular detection tool for prompt, reliable and precise diagnosis of the rice weevil, Sitophilus oryzae (Linnaeus) infestation in wheat Open
The rice weevil ( Sitophilus oryzae L.) is one of the most destructive pests of stored cereal grains, particularly wheat, leading to considerable post-harvest losses and posing serious threats to global food security and international trad…
View article: Effectiveness of Current Branding Strategies Used by The Tourism and Hospitality Sector in Bihar's Major Tourist Attractions
Effectiveness of Current Branding Strategies Used by The Tourism and Hospitality Sector in Bihar's Major Tourist Attractions Open
This study evaluates the effectiveness of current branding strategies used by the tourism and hospitality sector for Bihar's major tourist attractions. It examines how various promotional approaches, including digital marketing, social med…
View article: Trastuzumab Resistance, a Potential Roadblock to the Most Successful Therapy for Breast Cancer – a Review of Underlying Mechanisms with Relevant Patents and Clinical Trials to Overcome the Resistance
Trastuzumab Resistance, a Potential Roadblock to the Most Successful Therapy for Breast Cancer – a Review of Underlying Mechanisms with Relevant Patents and Clinical Trials to Overcome the Resistance Open
In the 1980s, the discovery of a 185 KDa transmembrane human receptor protein which is now known as human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2), paved the way for the development of the most successful and 1st humanized monoclonal anti…
View article: Evaluating Spring Water Potability Using Water Quality Indices: A Case Study ofTakoli Gad Watershed, Uttarakhand
Evaluating Spring Water Potability Using Water Quality Indices: A Case Study ofTakoli Gad Watershed, Uttarakhand Open
Natural springs are vital sources of freshwater, particularly in mountainous regions like the Garhwal Himalayas. However, concerns about spring water quality, driven by both natural processes and anthropogenic activities, have prompted the…
View article: Sustainability Through Connectivity: IoT Influence on Agriculture
Sustainability Through Connectivity: IoT Influence on Agriculture Open
Today’s smart farming has ushered in a new era of agriculture, one where information and communication technologies seamlessly integrate with the latest equipment in machinery and sensors based in high-tech farming systems. This tran…
View article: Assessing the Status and Policy Framework of Hydropower Projects in the YamunaBasin, Uttarakhand: Implications for Sustainability and Local Communities
Assessing the Status and Policy Framework of Hydropower Projects in the YamunaBasin, Uttarakhand: Implications for Sustainability and Local Communities Open
The Yamuna Basin, integral to the Ganga Basin, possesses significant hydropower potential due to its extensive river system and pronounced elevation gradient. This paper scrutinises the multifaceted impacts (environmental, social, economic…
View article: Unravelling the novel genetic diversity and marker-trait associations of corn leaf aphid resistance in wheat using microsatellite markers
Unravelling the novel genetic diversity and marker-trait associations of corn leaf aphid resistance in wheat using microsatellite markers Open
The study was conducted to identify novel simple sequence repeat (SSR) markers associated with resistance to corn aphid (CLA), Rhopalosiphum maidis L. in 48 selected bread wheat ( Triticum aestivum L.) and wild wheat ( Aegilops spp. & T . …
View article: Molecular diagnostic assay for pre-harvest detection of Tilletia indica infection in wheat plants
Molecular diagnostic assay for pre-harvest detection of Tilletia indica infection in wheat plants Open
The current study describes a new diagnostic method for the rapid and accurate detection of Tilletia indica , the pathogen accountable for causing Karnal bunt (KB) disease in wheat. This method uses quantitative real-time polymerase chain …
View article: Deciphering the genetic diversity and population structure of wild barley germplasm against corn leaf aphid, Rhopalosiphum maidis (Fitch)
Deciphering the genetic diversity and population structure of wild barley germplasm against corn leaf aphid, Rhopalosiphum maidis (Fitch) Open
View article: Genetic diversity and population structure analyses in barley (Hordeum vulgare) against corn-leaf aphid, Rhopalosiphum maidis (Fitch)
Genetic diversity and population structure analyses in barley (Hordeum vulgare) against corn-leaf aphid, Rhopalosiphum maidis (Fitch) Open
Corn-leaf aphid (CLA), Rhopalosiphum maidis (Fitch) (Hemiptera: Aphididae) is a serious economic pest of barley worldwide. Breeding for aphid resistance in plants is considered a cost-effective and environmentally safe approach for aphid c…
View article: Unravelling the novel genetic diversity and marker-trait associations of corn leaf aphid resistance in wheat using microsatellite markers
Unravelling the novel genetic diversity and marker-trait associations of corn leaf aphid resistance in wheat using microsatellite markers Open
The study was conducted to identify novel simple sequence repeat (SSR) markers associated with resistance to corn aphid (CLA), Rhopalosiphum maidis L. in 48 selected bread wheat ( Triticum aestivum L.) and wild wheat ( Aegilops spp. & T. d…
View article: Virulence and genetic analysis of Puccinia graminis tritici in the Indian sub-continent from 2016 to 2022 and evaluation of wheat varieties for stem rust resistance
Virulence and genetic analysis of Puccinia graminis tritici in the Indian sub-continent from 2016 to 2022 and evaluation of wheat varieties for stem rust resistance Open
Wheat stem rust, caused by Puccinia graminis f. sp. tritici ( Pgt ), has re-emerged as one of the major concerns for global wheat production since the evolution of Ug99 and other virulent pathotypes of Pgt from East Africa, Europe, Central…
View article: Comparative analysis of nine Tilletia indica genomes for the development of novel microsatellite markers for genetic diversity and population structure analysis
Comparative analysis of nine Tilletia indica genomes for the development of novel microsatellite markers for genetic diversity and population structure analysis Open
Karnal bunt (KB; Tilletia indica ) is the prime quarantine concern for quality wheat production throughout the world. The most effective approach to dealing with this biotic stress is to breed KB-resistant wheat varieties, which warrants a…
View article: Conservation agriculture based crop management practices impact diversity and population dynamics of the insect-pests and their natural enemies in agroecosystems
Conservation agriculture based crop management practices impact diversity and population dynamics of the insect-pests and their natural enemies in agroecosystems Open
Human efforts to grow abundant food through the persistent use of resource-intensive farming practices have resulted in declining soil health, and deterioration of ecosystem functions and services. Conservation agriculture (CA) has emerged…
View article: Utilization Pattern of ICT Tools by Paddy Growers in Uttar Pradesh
Utilization Pattern of ICT Tools by Paddy Growers in Uttar Pradesh Open
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in agriculture refers to the process of making available ICTs to assist, enhance, and optimise the dissemination of knowledge among the farmers. This study was conducted during 2018-19 in Sult…
View article: Comparative transcriptome analysis of wheat in response to corn leaf aphid, Rhopalosiphum maidis F. infestation
Comparative transcriptome analysis of wheat in response to corn leaf aphid, Rhopalosiphum maidis F. infestation Open
Aphids are one of the most important insect pests of wheat crop in all wheat growing regions of the world. Amongst various aphid species, the corn leaf aphid ( Rhopalosiphum maidis F.) is considered one of the most destructive insect pests…
View article: Functional interplay between antagonistic bacteria and Rhizoctonia solani in the tomato plant rhizosphere
Functional interplay between antagonistic bacteria and Rhizoctonia solani in the tomato plant rhizosphere Open
Microbial interactions with plant roots play an imperial role in tomato plant growth and defense against the Rhizoctonia solani . This study performed a field experiment with two antagonistic bacteria ( Pseudomonas and Bacillus ) inoculate…
View article: Diversity and Exploration of Endophytic Bacilli for the Management of Head Scab (Fusarium graminearum) of Wheat
Diversity and Exploration of Endophytic Bacilli for the Management of Head Scab (Fusarium graminearum) of Wheat Open
Fusarium graminearum causing head scab (HS) or head blight (HB) disease in wheat is one of the nasty fungi reported to cause significant grain quality and yield loss. Biological control using endophytic bacteria has emerged as a prospectiv…
View article: Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of Head Blight Disease Causing Fungus Fusarium graminearum in Northern Wheat Belt of India
Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of Head Blight Disease Causing Fungus Fusarium graminearum in Northern Wheat Belt of India Open
Head blight or scab caused by Fusarium graminearum (FG), once ranked as a minor disease in wheat, is now emerging as one of the economically important diseases in India. The present study represents the first in-depth population genetic an…
View article: AGRICULTURAL LAND PROTECTION SYSTEM FROM MONKEYS USING DEEP LEARNING IN INDIAN SCENARIO
AGRICULTURAL LAND PROTECTION SYSTEM FROM MONKEYS USING DEEP LEARNING IN INDIAN SCENARIO Open
Animal damage is a significant issue for farmers, who have already lost many of their crops to pests and diseases.Specific animals frequently seen in agriculture, such as monkeys, contribute to crop destruction by consuming the majority of…
View article: Biotechnological Approaches for Host Plant Resistance to Insect Pests
Biotechnological Approaches for Host Plant Resistance to Insect Pests Open
Annually, the cost of insect pest control in agriculture crosses billions of dollars around the world. Until recently, broad-spectrum synthetic pesticides were considered as the most effective means of pest control in agriculture. However,…
View article: Nanomaterials for Postharvest Management of Insect Pests: Current State and Future Perspectives
Nanomaterials for Postharvest Management of Insect Pests: Current State and Future Perspectives Open
Globally, between one quarter and one-third of total grains produced each year are lost during storage mainly through infestation of insect pests. Among the available control options such as chemical and physical techniques, fumigation wit…
View article: Resistance inducers and their role in reinforcing wheat defense system against fungal pathogens
Resistance inducers and their role in reinforcing wheat defense system against fungal pathogens Open
Plant resistance inducers (PRI) are emerged as a novel and prospective option to manage fungal diseases in agriculture, as they offer improved plant protection in an environmentally safe and economically sound manner. A galaxy of resistanc…
View article: Wheat Blast: A Biosecurity Threat Looming Large
Wheat Blast: A Biosecurity Threat Looming Large Open
The "two-speed" genome, i.e. effector gene shuttling between the seven core chromosomes and supernumerary chromosomes, makes the Magnaporthe oryzae pathotype Triticum—the causal pathogen of wheat blast (WB) disease—one of the most potent c…
View article: Nanopesticides: Current status and scope for their application in agriculture
Nanopesticides: Current status and scope for their application in agriculture Open
Nanotechnology is a rapidly evolving field that has the potential to revolutionise food systems and counter the present-day challenge of food security. It envisages taking agriculture from the era of indiscriminate natural resource use and…