Synergistic role of microbiologically synthesized nanoparticles and PGPR in sustainable agriculture: a critical review.

In recent years, agriculture has undergone transformative innovations to enhance crop productivity, resilience, and nutritional value. With increasing concerns over food security, environmental degradation, and soil health, there is growing emphasis on sustainable agricultural practices. Among these strategies, the use of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) have emerged as promising solutions.

Unveiling the Plant Growth Regulators Crosstalk in Agricultural Crop Response to Salinity-Stress: A Concise Review.

Salinity, among abiotic stresses, has a considerable limiting effect on agricultural productivity, survival, and production, therefore leading to substantial economic losses. Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are crucial in regulating how plants react to environmental stressors. The most vital endogenous molecules that govern physiological responses for plant salinity adaptation are PGRs, although many other factors also influence how plants respond to salt.

Alginate-based NPs for targeted ovarian cancer therapy: Navigating current progress and biomedical applications.

Ovarian cancer continues to be one of the most lethal gynecological malignancies, with earlier symptoms that are frequently subtle, resulting in detection at late stages. Although there are several traditional treatments, patients do not respond well to them owing to serious side effects. Alginate, a polysaccharide extracted from brown seaweed (a natural polymer), has gained significant attention as an ideal biopolymer for developing drug delivery systems because of its nontoxicity, biodegradability, and ease of manipulation.

SARS-CoV-2 Evolved Variants Bind to Sialylated Gangliosides and Are Inhibited by a Tetravalent Sialo-Glycocluster.

The altered tropism and infection severity of the evolved SARS-CoV-2 variants indicate engagement of attachment factors other than the ACE2 receptor for the cellular attachment and entry of the virus. In this work, we report the binding of Omicron, Delta, and B.1.

Corrigendum to "Advances in detection technology for authentication of vegetable oils: A comprehensive review" [Heliyon Volume 10, Issue 15, August 15, 2024, Article e34759].

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Biogenic selenium nanoparticles: a comprehensive update on the multifaceted application, stability, biocompatibility, risk, and opportunity.

Biogenic selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) have emerged as promising area of research due to their unique properties and potential multifaceted applications. The biosynthesis of SeNPs through biological methods, such as using microorganism, plant extracts, etc., offers a safe, eco-friendly, and biocompatible approach, compared to traditional chemical synthesis.

Exploring the significance of emerging blue food processing technologies for sustainable development.

Blue food processing applies to the production and processing of fish, algae, and other aquatic organisms for human consumption. As the global population grows and consumer demand for protein-rich foods increases, there is increased interest in exploring a wide range of innovative approaches for processing blue foods in ways that improve the efficiency, sustainability, and nutritional quality of these products and reduce the environmental impact of their production. Existing approaches to process blue foods including fishing and aquaculture for production and manual processing at landing are not sufficiently scalable, efficient, or environmentally sustainable for today's global needs.

Fermentative production of vitamin B by and and its promising health benefits: A review.

Cobalamin, generally known as vitamin B, is a crucial component required for humans in several physiological processes. It has been produced from sources that are derived from animals, making it difficult for vegetarians and vegans to consume the recommended amount each day. The importance of vitamin B in red blood cell production, DNA synthesis, and brain processes has been highlighted.

Production of biodegradable food packaging from mango peel via enzymatic hydrolysis and polyhydroxyalkanoates synthesis: A review on microbial intervention.

The rising environmental problem of plastic packaging waste has led to the development of sustainable alternatives, particularly for food packaging. Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) are biodegradable, thermoplastic polyesters. They are employed in the production of various products, including packaging films.

Exploring the Phytochemical, Pharmacological and Nutritional Properties of : A Comprehensive Review.

is one of the most nutrient-packed species, commonly known as the drumstick tree or miracle tree, and has garnered substantial popularity for its health benefits, phytochemical profile, and therapeutic potential. is a plant that is native to the Indian subcontinent and has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years owing to its nutritional and therapeutic properties. The leaves, seeds, pods, roots, and flowers of this plant are enriched with a wide range of bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, alkaloids, vitamins, minerals, and essential amino acids.

Effect of microencapsulation techniques on the different properties of bioactives, vitamins and minerals.

This paper explores the impact of encapsulation techniques on bioactive compounds, vitamins, and minerals, which are crucial for delivering bioactive compounds. Due to their instability and reactivity with the environment, encapsulation is often necessary to make these compounds suitable for medical or dietary applications. The evaluation of the kinetic model of bioactives reveals that encapsulation can significantly enhance their stability.

Utilizing novel species for bio-flocculation: A cost-effective approach to harvest microalgae for biofuel production.

The present study aimed to isolate a bioflocculating fungal strain from wastewater collected from a local bike garage. The isolate showed maximum similarity to species The fungus was identified as species (accession no OP703382). The isolated fungus was evaluated in terms of biomass recovery efficiency in Sp.

Unveiling the Health Promising Benefits of Processed Foods Derived from Underutilized Edible Plants: A Review.

Wild food plants (WFPs) grow naturally and are essential components of the diet and conventional food chain. These plants are underutilized despite being nutritious and highly bio-active compounds. Wild food consumption has declined over the last generation owing to life-style changes and lower availability, and it is still consumed by marginalized communities.

Ultrasound assisted extraction of phytochemicals from Piper betel L.

Piper betel contains phytochemicals with diverse pharmacological effects. The objective of this study was to enhance the extraction efficiency of phytochemicals and the chlorophyll content using ultrasonication. The Box-Behnken design was employed to optimize the time (10, 20, 30 min), temperature (20, 30, and 40 °C), and solid-solvent ratio (1:10, 1:20, 1:30) by utilizing response surface methods with three independent variables.

Exploring the Ecological Implications, Gastronomic Applications, and Nutritional and Therapeutic Potential of L. (Green Walnut): A Comprehensive Review.

The green walnut, which is frequently overlooked in favor of its more mature sibling, is becoming a topic of great significance because of its unique ecological role, culinary flexibility, and therapeutic richness. The investigation of the bioactive substances found in green walnuts and their possible effects on human health has therapeutic potential. L.

Phytochemical and pharmacological characteristics of phalsa ( L.): A comprehensive review.

Phalsa is a tropical and subtropical fruit that is high in nutritional value and is primarily cultivated for its fruit. As, Phalsa fruit contain high number of vitamins (A and C), minerals (calcium, phosphorus, and iron), and fibre while being low in calories and fat. The fruit and seed of Phalsa contain 18 amino acids, the majority of which are aspartic acid, glutamic acid, and leucine.

Spray-freeze-drying as emerging and substantial quality enhancement technique in food industry.

Spray freeze drying is an emerging technology in the food industry with numerous applications. Its ability to preserve food quality, maintain nutritional value, and reduce bulk make it an attractive option to food manufacturers. Spray freeze drying can be used to reduce the water content of foods while preserving the shelf life and nutritional value.

Bioactive properties of clove () essential oil nanoemulsion: A comprehensive review.

, commonly called clove, is a culinary spice with medical uses. Clove is utilized in cosmetics, medicine, gastronomy, and agriculture due to its abundance of bioactive components such as gallic acid, flavonoids, eugenol acetate, and eugenol. Clove essential oil has been revealed to have antibacterial, antinociceptive, antibacterial activities, antifungal, and anticancerous qualities.

Ultrasound-assisted extraction of phytochemicals from green coconut shell: Optimization by integrated artificial neural network and particle swarm technique.

This study employs artificial neural network (ANN) and particle swarm optimization (PSO) to maximize antioxidant and antimicrobial activity from green coconut shells. Phytochemical analysis was carried out on the extract obtained from ultrasound-assisted extraction performed at different combinations of time (10, 20, and 30 min), temperature (30, 35, and 40 ), and the ratio of solid-solvent (1:10, 1:20, and 1:30 g/ml). The presence of these bioactive compounds exhibits antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Recent insights on advancements and substantial transformations in food printing technology from 3 to 7D.

Food printing using 3D, 4D, and 5D printing processes has received a lot of interest as a result of rising living standards and increased customer desire for new foods. In the food industry, 3D as well as 4D printing are extremely effective methods for additive manufacturing. The 3D printing technology produces flat objects with a variety of mechanical strengths.

A Comprehensive Review on Bioactive Compounds Found in .

Sappan wood () is a tropical hardwood tree found in Southeast Asia. Sappan wood contains a water-soluble compound, which imparts a red color named brazilin. Sappan wood is utilized to produce dye for fabric and coloring agents for food and beverages, such as wine and meat.