Cultural Optimization of a New Exopolysaccharide Producer “Micrococcus Roseus”
Publication date: Available online 7 July 2018Source: Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied SciencesAuthor(s): Faten hereher, Amira ElFallal, Mohammed Abou-DobaraAbstractThe ability to produce polysaccharides is widely spread among bacteria. The usefulness of EPS molecules makes development of new strategies for improved synthesis of EPS is a necessity. A novel EPS Producer promisingly was obtained from a culture of Micrococcus roseus. In the present investigation, two screening steps for exopolysaccharide production were done using 9 strains and 7 isolates of different taxonomic bacterial groups isolated ...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 7, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Evaluation of optimization parameters in microwave reflux extraction of peperine-oleoresin from black pepper (piper nigrum)
This study determined a combination of operating parameters that optimize the microwave extraction of the piperine oil. The effect of irradiation time, microwave power level, feed particle size and feed-solvent ratio on piperine content and absorbed microwave energy were tested using a three-level L9-Taguchi parametric design. The results obtained placed the optimum extraction condition at 90 min of irradiation time, 350 W of microwave power, 0.1 mm of particle size and 1:12 of feed-solvent ratio. Under this optimal condition the optimal piperine oil and absorbed microwave energy of 5.64 w/w and 84.17 J/min were obtained, ...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 6, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Numerical solution of nonlinear sine–Gordon equation by using the modified cubic B-spline differential quadrature method
Publication date: Available online 13 December 2016Source: Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied SciencesAuthor(s): H.S. Shukla, Mohammad TamsirAbstractThis paper deals with numerical solution of one dimensional nonlinear sine–Gordon. “Modified cubic B-spline differential quadrature method” is used to solve one dimensional nonlinear sine–Gordon. The method reduces the problem to a system of first order ordinary differential equations (ODEs). The resulting system of ODEs is solved by “an optimal five stage and fourth-order strong stability preserving Runge–Kutta (SSP-RK54) method”. Finally, the met...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

A quantitative review and classification of empirical models for predicting global solar radiation in West Africa
In this study aimed at classifying and reviewing the empirical models employed for estimating GSR in West Africa, the empirical models so far utilized were classified into six main categories and presented based on the input parameters employed. The models were further reclassified into numerous main sub-classes (groups) and finally presented according to their developing year. On the whole, 356 empirical models and 68 functional forms were reported in literature for estimating GSR in West Africa. The authors equally compared the empirical and soft computing models for estimating GSR in West Africa and across the globe and...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Earth-sheltered buildings in hot-arid climates: Design guidelines
Publication date: Available online 12 May 2017Source: Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied SciencesAuthor(s): Heba Hassan, Daisuke SumiyoshiAbstractOne of the most effective techniques to meet the tradeoff between thermal comfort and low energy consumption in hot-arid climates is Earth sheltering.This paper reports the results of research series which aim to measure the suitability of applying the Earth sheltering technique at hot-arid climates, in Egypt as a case study.The research tested 164 experts’ responses about their attitude towards Earth-sheltered buildings and obtained their recommendations and pre...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Fermentation of lignocellulose ingredients in vivo and in vitro via using fecal and caecal inoculums of monogastric animals (swine/turkeys)
In conclusions, lignocellulose A can be used as alternative source of fiber to maintain the health and function of digestive tract. Furthermore, the use of feces/excreta liquor provides a valid and proper estimate of digestibility or fermentation of feeds. These results provide further guide that this procedure would be an effective and practical means of approximating the digestibility of diets. (Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences)
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

The genus Vitex: An overview of iridoids as chemotaxonomic marker
Publication date: Available online 23 July 2017Source: Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied SciencesAuthor(s): M. Oluwasesan Bello, Ahmed A. Zaki, Sinmisola Aloko, Pius S. Fasinu, E. Oluwatoyin Bello, Usman L. Ajao, Olubunmi S. OguntoyeAbstractIn our continuing work on Vitex genus, the phytochemical investigation of leaves of Vitex grandifolia led to the isolation of two iridoids known in the literature as agnuside and bartsioside. The chemical structures were characterized by combined spectroscopic analysis. These compounds were isolated from this specie for the first time, this study give evidence to iridoid...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Antitumor activity of synthesized and characterized Cu(II), Ni(II) and Co(II) complexes of hydrazone-oxime ligands derived from 3-(hydroxyimino) butan-2-one
Publication date: Available online 9 September 2017Source: Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied SciencesAuthor(s): Fathy A. El-Saied, Tarek A. Salem, Mohamad M.E. Shakdofa, Ahmed N. Al-Hakimi, Ahmed S. RadwanAbstractMononuclear and binuclear metal complexes of hydrazone oxime resulted from the condensation of acetohydrazide and pyridyl hydrazide with 3-(hydroxyimino) butan-2-one were prepared. All compounds were characterized using elemental, spectral and thermal analyses, as well as magnetic moment and molar conductance measurements. The ligands acted as neutral/monobasic bidentate, monobasic tridentate and d...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Biochemical and Apoptotic Biomarkers of Experimentally Induced Traumatic Brain Injury: In Relation to Time since Death
Publication date: Available online 31 January 2018Source: Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied SciencesAuthor(s): Amany Abdel-Rahman Mohamed, Khlood M. Elbohi, Nabela I. El Sharkawy, Mona A. HassanAbstractThe present study declares the relationship between the cause of death and postmortem biochemical marker alterations in CSF, serum and plasma. In addition, immunohistochemical and microarchitecture examination of brain tissue of White New Zealand rabbits at different PMI after traumatized death. Thirty adult male White New Zealand rabbits were divided into two main equal groups; the first was physically kille...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Wheat germ and vitamin E decrease BAX/BCL-2 ratio in rat kidney treated with gentamicin
In conclusion, the efficacy of wheat germ as anti-apoptotic and antioxidant was higher than that of vitamin E and it effectively protected against the direct and indirect toxic effects of gentamicin on kidney through regulation of BAX-BCL-2 gene expressions and further inhibition of mitochondrial cytochrome c translocation into cytosol. (Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences)
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Di-(2-ethylhexyl) Phthalate, a major bioactive metabolite with antimicrobial and cytotoxic activity isolated from River Nile derived fungus Aspergillus awamori
Publication date: Available online 6 February 2018Source: Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied SciencesAuthor(s): Momen M. Lotfy, Hossam M. Hassan, Mona H. Hetta, Ahmed O. El-Gendy, Rabab MohammedAbstractThe main objective of this study is to investigate the still unexplored River Nile habitat since it was found little information on the chemistry and biology of the River Nile derived microorganisms. Therefor it was claimed to isolate a number of microorganisms, identify them and test their antimicrobial activities. On the other hand isolation of at least one bioactive metabolite from isolated fungus grown und...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Synthesis, spectroscopy characterization and biological activities of some novel 1-(3-(N,N-dimethylamino)-1-(5-substituted thiophene-2-yl) propylidene semicarbazone Mannich base derivatives
Publication date: Available online 22 February 2018Source: Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied SciencesAuthor(s): Chandravadivelu Gopi, Magharla Dasaratha DhanarajuAbstractThe main aim of this work was to synthesise a novel 1-(3-(N,N-dimethylamino)-1-(5-substituted thiophene-2-yl)propylidene semicarbazone Mannich base derivatives and examine the anti-diabetic and anti-inflammatory activities using alloxan-induced diabetic and carrageenan-induced paw oedema methods. These analogues were prepared by performing a condensation reaction between 1-(thiophen 2-yl) ethanone, formaldehyde, N,N-dimethyl amine hydrochlo...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

The heat transfer enhancement techniques and their Thermal Performance Factor
Publication date: March 2018Source: Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, Volume 7, Issue 1Author(s): Chirag Maradiya, Jeetendra Vadher, Ramesh AgarwalAbstractHeat transfer devices have been used for conversion and recovery of heat in many industrial and domestic applications. Over five decades, there has been concerted effort to develop design of heat exchanger that can result in reduction in energy requirement as well as material and other cost saving. Heat transfer enhancement techniques generally reduce the thermal resistance either by increasing the effective heat transfer surface area or by gene...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Evaluation of the epidural analgesic effect of Nalbuphine, Lidocaine and Nalbuphine-Lidocaine combination in bucks
In conclusion, Nalbuphine-Lidocaine combination is useful to perform surgical operations of long duration and had effective analgesia in bucks. (Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences)
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research

Antibacterial and anti-hyperlipidemic activities of the green alga Cladophora koeiei
Publication date: March 2018Source: Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, Volume 7, Issue 1Author(s): Neveen Abdel-Raouf, Nouf Mohammed Al-Enazi, Ibraheem Borie Mohammad Ibraheem, Reem Mohammed Alharbi, Manal Mohammed AlkhulaifiAbstractIn the present investigation, an antihyperlipidemic activity of Cladophora koeiei ethanol extract against six pathogenic bacteria was conducted. Also, we evaluate the activity of the alga extract against hyperlipedemia in the administrated albino rates through measuring the blood lipid profiles [triglycerides (TG), total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein (LDL-C)...
Source: Beni Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - July 5, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: research