Cationic and anionic detergent buffers in sequence yield high-quality genomic DNA from diverse plant species
We describe a reliable, and consistent protocol suitable for the extraction of DNA from 42 difficult-to-extract plant species belonging to 33 angiosperm (monocot and dicot) families, including tissues such as seeds, roots, endosperm, and flower/fruit tissues. The protocol was first optimized for the outbreeding recalcitrant trees viz., Prosopis cineraria, Conocarpus erectus, and Phoenix dactylifera, which are rich in proteins, polysaccharides, and secondary metabolites, and the quality of the extracted DNA was confirmed by downstream applications. Nine procedures were attempted to extract high-quality, impurities-free DNA ...
Source: Analytical Biochemistry - November 8, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Saranya Krishnan Shina Sasi Preshobha Kodakkattumannil Salima Al Senaani Geetha Lekshmi Martin Kottackal Khaled M A Amiri Source Type: research
Porous polyvinyl fluoride coated cellulose beads for efficient removal of Cd(II) from phosphoric acid
Int J Biol Macromol. 2023 Nov 5:127867. doi: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127867. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTIn order to enhance the removal of cadmium from phosphoric acid, it is imperative to explore novel resources that may be utilized for the development of highly effective and environmentally sustainable adsorbents. Cellulose beads are composed of naturally occurring polysaccharide fibers and find extensive utilization across several industrial sectors and applications. Within this framework, this research paper presents a green and simple method for producing porous cellulose beads using date palm fibers as the preferr...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - November 7, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Kenza Bahsaine Hanane Benzeid Brahim El Allaoui Nadia Zari Mounir El Mahdi Abou El Kacem Qaiss Rachid Bouhfid Source Type: research
Porous polyvinyl fluoride coated cellulose beads for efficient removal of Cd(II) from phosphoric acid
Int J Biol Macromol. 2023 Nov 5:127867. doi: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127867. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTIn order to enhance the removal of cadmium from phosphoric acid, it is imperative to explore novel resources that may be utilized for the development of highly effective and environmentally sustainable adsorbents. Cellulose beads are composed of naturally occurring polysaccharide fibers and find extensive utilization across several industrial sectors and applications. Within this framework, this research paper presents a green and simple method for producing porous cellulose beads using date palm fibers as the preferr...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - November 7, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Kenza Bahsaine Hanane Benzeid Brahim El Allaoui Nadia Zari Mounir El Mahdi Abou El Kacem Qaiss Rachid Bouhfid Source Type: research
In silico prediction of interaction between Nipah virus attachment glycoprotein and host cell receptors Ephrin-B2 and Ephrin-B3 in domestic and peridomestic mammals
In this study, we assessed the degree of NiV host tropism in domestic and peridomestic mammals commonly found in Bangladesh that may be crucial in the transmission of NiV by serving as intermediate hosts. We carried out a protein-protein docking analysis of NiV G complexes (n = 52) with Ephrin-B2 and B3 of 13 domestic and peridomestic species using bioinformatics tools. Protein models were generated by homology modelling and the structures were validated for model quality. The different protein-protein complexes in this study were stable, and their binding affinity (ΔG) scores ranged between -8.0 to -19.1 kcal/mol. NiV Ba...
Source: Infection, Genetics and Evolution - November 4, 2023 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Ananya Ferdous Hoque M D Mahfuzur Rahman Ayeasha Siddika Lamia Ariful Islam John D Klena Syed Moinuddin Satter Jonathan H Epstein Joel M Montgomery Mohammad Enayet Hossain Tahmina Shirin Iqbal Kabir Jahid Mohammed Ziaur Rahman Source Type: research
In silico prediction of interaction between Nipah virus attachment glycoprotein and host cell receptors Ephrin-B2 and Ephrin-B3 in domestic and peridomestic mammals
In this study, we assessed the degree of NiV host tropism in domestic and peridomestic mammals commonly found in Bangladesh that may be crucial in the transmission of NiV by serving as intermediate hosts. We carried out a protein-protein docking analysis of NiV G complexes (n = 52) with Ephrin-B2 and B3 of 13 domestic and peridomestic species using bioinformatics tools. Protein models were generated by homology modelling and the structures were validated for model quality. The different protein-protein complexes in this study were stable, and their binding affinity (ΔG) scores ranged between -8.0 to -19.1 kcal/mol. NiV Ba...
Source: Infection, Genetics and Evolution - November 4, 2023 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Ananya Ferdous Hoque M D Mahfuzur Rahman Ayeasha Siddika Lamia Ariful Islam John D Klena Syed Moinuddin Satter Jonathan H Epstein Joel M Montgomery Mohammad Enayet Hossain Tahmina Shirin Iqbal Kabir Jahid Mohammed Ziaur Rahman Source Type: research
In silico prediction of interaction between Nipah virus attachment glycoprotein and host cell receptors Ephrin-B2 and Ephrin-B3 in domestic and peridomestic mammals
In this study, we assessed the degree of NiV host tropism in domestic and peridomestic mammals commonly found in Bangladesh that may be crucial in the transmission of NiV by serving as intermediate hosts. We carried out a protein-protein docking analysis of NiV G complexes (n = 52) with Ephrin-B2 and B3 of 13 domestic and peridomestic species using bioinformatics tools. Protein models were generated by homology modelling and the structures were validated for model quality. The different protein-protein complexes in this study were stable, and their binding affinity (ΔG) scores ranged between -8.0 to -19.1 kcal/mol. NiV Ba...
Source: Infection, Genetics and Evolution - November 4, 2023 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Ananya Ferdous Hoque M D Mahfuzur Rahman Ayeasha Siddika Lamia Ariful Islam John D Klena Syed Moinuddin Satter Jonathan H Epstein Joel M Montgomery Mohammad Enayet Hossain Tahmina Shirin Iqbal Kabir Jahid Mohammed Ziaur Rahman Source Type: research
In silico prediction of interaction between Nipah virus attachment glycoprotein and host cell receptors Ephrin-B2 and Ephrin-B3 in domestic and peridomestic mammals
In this study, we assessed the degree of NiV host tropism in domestic and peridomestic mammals commonly found in Bangladesh that may be crucial in the transmission of NiV by serving as intermediate hosts. We carried out a protein-protein docking analysis of NiV G complexes (n = 52) with Ephrin-B2 and B3 of 13 domestic and peridomestic species using bioinformatics tools. Protein models were generated by homology modelling and the structures were validated for model quality. The different protein-protein complexes in this study were stable, and their binding affinity (ΔG) scores ranged between -8.0 to -19.1 kcal/mol. NiV Ba...
Source: Infection, Genetics and Evolution - November 4, 2023 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Ananya Ferdous Hoque M D Mahfuzur Rahman Ayeasha Siddika Lamia Ariful Islam John D Klena Syed Moinuddin Satter Jonathan H Epstein Joel M Montgomery Mohammad Enayet Hossain Tahmina Shirin Iqbal Kabir Jahid Mohammed Ziaur Rahman Source Type: research
Biomass - metal oxide nano composite for the decontamination of phenol from polluted environment - parametric, kinetics and isotherm studies
Environ Res. 2023 Oct 20:117467. doi: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117467. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe contamination of aqueous environment by phenol poses a major threat due to its hyper toxic effects and removal of phenol is challenging due to its hydrophilic properties. This research study examines the surface encapsulation of iron oxide (IO) with bio-derived carbon-based date palm (DP) to make date palm-iron oxide (DP-IO) nanocomposite to potentially remediate phenol in aqueous environment. Phenol removal percentage is predominantly influenced by environmental factors, namely pH, nano sorbent loading, temperature, agita...
Source: Environmental Research - October 22, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Abrar Said Saif Al Ajmi Subrajit Bosu Natarajan Rajamohan Source Type: research
Biomass - metal oxide nano composite for the decontamination of phenol from polluted environment - parametric, kinetics and isotherm studies
Environ Res. 2023 Oct 20:117467. doi: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117467. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe contamination of aqueous environment by phenol poses a major threat due to its hyper toxic effects and removal of phenol is challenging due to its hydrophilic properties. This research study examines the surface encapsulation of iron oxide (IO) with bio-derived carbon-based date palm (DP) to make date palm-iron oxide (DP-IO) nanocomposite to potentially remediate phenol in aqueous environment. Phenol removal percentage is predominantly influenced by environmental factors, namely pH, nano sorbent loading, temperature, agita...
Source: Environmental Research - October 22, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Abrar Said Saif Al Ajmi Subrajit Bosu Natarajan Rajamohan Source Type: research
Chromosome-scale assembly uncovers genomic compartmentation of Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. albedinis, the causal agent of Bayoud disease in date palm
In this study, we present a chromosome-scale high-quality genome assembly of the virulent isolate Foa 44, which provides valuable insights into understanding the genetic basis of Bayoud disease. The genome assembly consists of 11 chromosomes and 40 unplaced contigs, totalling 65,971,825 base pairs in size. It exhibits a GC ratio of 47.77% and a TE (transposable element) content of 17.30%. Through prediction and annotation, we identified 20,416 protein-coding genes. By combining gene and repeat densities analysis with alignment to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici (FOL) 4287 isolate genome sequence, we determined the co...
Source: Frontiers in Microbiology - October 11, 2023 Category: Microbiology Source Type: research
Biochar-layered double hydroxide composites for the adsorption of tetracycline from water: synthesis, process modeling, and mechanism
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int. 2023 Sep 28. doi: 10.1007/s11356-023-29954-z. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTAntibiotic-contaminated water is a crucial issue worldwide. Thus, in this study, the MgFeCa-layered double hydroxides were supported in date palm-derived biochar (B) using co-precipitation, hydrothermal, and co-pyrolysis methods. It closes gaps in composite design for pharmaceutical pollutant removal, advances eco-friendly adsorbents, and advances targeted water cleanup by investigating synthesis methodologies and gaining new insights into adsorption. The prepared B-MgFeCa composites were investigated for tetracycline (T...
Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International - September 28, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Mukarram Zubair Mohammad Saood Manzar Amjad El-Qanni Hajira Haroon Hissah A Alqahtani Maryam Al-Ejji Nuhu Dalhat Mu'azu Jwaher M AlGhamdi Shamsuddeen A Haladu Dana Al-Hashim Syed Z Ahmed Source Type: research
Biochar-layered double hydroxide composites for the adsorption of tetracycline from water: synthesis, process modeling, and mechanism
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int. 2023 Sep 28. doi: 10.1007/s11356-023-29954-z. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTAntibiotic-contaminated water is a crucial issue worldwide. Thus, in this study, the MgFeCa-layered double hydroxides were supported in date palm-derived biochar (B) using co-precipitation, hydrothermal, and co-pyrolysis methods. It closes gaps in composite design for pharmaceutical pollutant removal, advances eco-friendly adsorbents, and advances targeted water cleanup by investigating synthesis methodologies and gaining new insights into adsorption. The prepared B-MgFeCa composites were investigated for tetracycline (T...
Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International - September 28, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Mukarram Zubair Mohammad Saood Manzar Amjad El-Qanni Hajira Haroon Hissah A Alqahtani Maryam Al-Ejji Nuhu Dalhat Mu'azu Jwaher M AlGhamdi Shamsuddeen A Haladu Dana Al-Hashim Syed Z Ahmed Source Type: research
Tackling a global epidemic threat: Nipah surveillance in Bangladesh, 2006 –2021
This article emphasizes that the overall epidemiology of Nipah virus infection in Bangladesh has remained consistent throughout the years. This is the only systematic surveillance to detect human NiV infection globally. The findings from this surveillance have contributed to early detection of NiV cases in hospital settings, understanding of Nipah disease epidemiology, and have enabled timely public health interventions for prevention and containment of NiV infection. Although we still have much to learn regarding the transmission dynamics and risk factors of human NiV infection, surveillance has played a significant role ...
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - September 27, 2023 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Syed Moinuddin Satter Source Type: research
Recycling food and agriculture by-products to mitigate climate change: a review
AbstractFood loss and waste is a major issue affecting food security, environmental pollution, producer profitability, consumer prices, and climate change. About 1.3 billion tons of food products are yearly lost globally, with China producing approximately 20 million tons of soybean dregs annually. Here, we review food and agricultural byproducts with emphasis on the strategies to convert this waste into valuable materials. Byproducts can be used for animal and plant nutrition, biogas production, food, extraction of oils and bioactive substances, and production of vinegar, wine, edible coatings and organic fertilizers. For...
Source: European Journal of Applied Physiology - September 25, 2023 Category: Physiology Source Type: research
Therapeutic benefits of prophetic medicine remedies in treating hematological diseases (A review article)
Am J Blood Res. 2023 Aug 15;13(4):130-142. eCollection 2023.ABSTRACTHematological disorders are common medical ailments constituting an important cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, which may be managed efficiently using different prophetic medicine remedies as adjuvants to current therapeutics. Prophetic medicine includes the body of knowledge about medicine that has been derived from the deeds, customs (sunnah), ahadith (sayings), actions, and agreements of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. This review article aims at exploring the magnitude of therapeutic benefits of prophetic medicine remedies as adjuvant tr...
Source: Cell Research - September 22, 2023 Category: Cytology Authors: Ghazi H Mogharbel Ahmad S Badawi Amal Yaseen Zaman Mehrevan M Abd Elmoniem Ibrahim M Abdel-Rahman Mariam Eid Alenazi Fareed Akbar Shah Mohamed Abdelnaem Aly Syed Nazar Imam Nusaybah Eid Alenazi Salah Mohamed El Sayed Source Type: research
