Article
Food Science & Technology
Nashi Alqahtani, Tareq Alnemr, Salim Ali
Summary: The study demonstrated the potential of using date pits powder with corn starch to produce biodegradable films with improved mechanical strength, antioxidant activity, and thickness while reducing water permeability and solubility. Addition of date pits powder improved the morphological properties of the films, showing promise for composite film formulation.
Article
Plant Sciences
Saeed R. H. A. Al Shamsi, Gabriel A. Rabert, Shyam S. Kurup, Mohammed Abdul Muhsen Alyafei, Abdul Jaleel
Summary: This study investigated the biochemical changes and antioxidant variations in the leaves of different date palm varieties in the UAE, revealing significant differences in protein, phenol, ascorbic acid, glutathione, and alpha-tocopherol contents, as well as peroxidase and polyphenol oxidase activity. The variations in antioxidant enzyme activity and content suggest potential roles in flower development regulation.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Qing-Tian Luo, Yuan-Chun Ye, Wei-Ming Guo, Qing Zhu, Sa-Shuang Wang, Nan Li, Wang Lei, Chun-Sheng Cheng, Gang Fan
Summary: This study investigates the use of the D+Q combination to treat the intestinal tract of elderly mice and found that it can enhance intestinal functionality and reduce the expression of aging-related genes.
Article
Agronomy
Abdulrahman S. Alharthi, Ali R. Al Sulaiman, Riyadh S. Aljumaah, Abdulaziz A. Alabdullatif, Ahmed A. Elolimy, Abdulmohsen H. Alqhtani, Maged A. Al-Garadi, Alaeldein M. Abudabos
Summary: This study assessed the effect of date pits on reducing the toxic influence of aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) in broilers. The findings suggest that feeding 4% date pits can provide better protection against the adverse effects of AFB1 in broiler chickens.
Article
Agronomy
Samy Selim, Mohamed Abdel-Mawgoud, Tarak Al-sharary, Mohammed S. Almuhayawi, Mohammed H. Alruhaili, Soad K. Al Jaouni, Mona Warrad, Hussein S. Mohamed, Nosheen Akhtar, Hamada AbdElgawad
Summary: Palm date pits contain abundant phenolic compounds, particularly a significant amount of gallic acid, which exhibit antibacterial and antimutagenic activities. The study identified the bioactive components in date pits and explored their potential pharmaceutical applications.
Article
Polymer Science
Ahmed Fouly, Thamer Albahkali, Hany S. Abdo, Omar Salah
Summary: This study introduces an artificial intelligence model that utilizes ANFIS to estimate the mechanical properties of 3D-printed PLA composites. The model shows good predictive capabilities for hardness, strength, and Young's modulus based on experimental data.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ji Wang, Daniel L. Clark, Sheila K. Jacobi, Sandra G. Velleman
Summary: The study found that supplementation of VE and ALA can improve intestinal development and reduce inflammation in broilers, especially when used in combination.
Article
Energy & Fuels
M. Hijab, J. Saleem, P. Parthasarathy, H. R. Mackey, G. McKay
Summary: Water pollution from industries and agriculture poses a significant threat to water security due to decreasing global potable water resources. Adsorption using activated carbons derived from hard lignocellulose-containing materials, such as date stones, is an effective treatment technology for removing contaminants like malachite green dye. The study found that chemically treated date stones activated with phosphoric acid exhibited higher surface areas and maximum adsorption capacities for malachite green compared to natural date stones, and a two-stage batch adsorber model was developed to optimize the adsorption process and reduce the amount of adsorbent used.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Houssame Limami, Imad Manssouri, Khalid Cherkaoui, Asmae Khaldoun
Summary: This study evaluates the use of recycled date pits as an additive to improve the properties of unfired clay bricks. Higher waste additive content led to increased porosity and thermal stability in the bricks, but decreased mechanical strength.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sara A. Wahib, Dana A. Da'na, Mohammad A. Al-Ghouti
Summary: This study successfully extracted and characterized cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) from date pits using mechanical stirrer and Soxhlet apparatus methods, revealing differences in morphology and structure between the two methods. The cellulose microfibrils produced through sulfuric acid hydrolysis showed a packed structure, with most lignin and hemicellulose components removed. Both methods demonstrated high CNCs yield (>10%) and method 1 was found to be less expensive than method 2 based on cost breakdown analysis for CNCs production.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
E. Elnajjar, Mahmmoud M. Syam, S. A. B. Al-Omari
Summary: This study evaluated the microwave pyrolysis process of the most abundant agricultural waste, Allig date seed pits, in the UAE for bio-syngas production. The results suggest that this method could be a promising source of sustainable power for industrial and consumer applications.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Mohamed Nouri
Summary: This article reviews the application of date palm pits (DPs) in environmental clean-up. Due to their composition and characteristics, DPs have shown good effectiveness in removing pollutants. Extensive research and comparison of data reveal that DPs can be used as potential adsorbents for diverse toxic contaminants.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mohd Danish, Vijay Parthasarthy, Mohammed K. Al Mesfer
Summary: The study involved adsorption of CO2 using activated carbon and silica gel, with the activated carbon produced from date pits demonstrating higher CO2 uptake and efficiency at 298K.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Maha Al-Khalili, Nasser Al-Habsi, Rahman shafiur Mohammad
Summary: The moisture sorption properties of whole date-pits and three fractionated date-pits were studied. Different temperatures and relative humidity ranges were used to measure the sorption isotherms. The results showed crossover of isotherm curves between different temperatures and the isotherms were successfully modeled by GAB. The moisture sorption isotherm characteristics can be used to determine the end point of drying and storage stability, as well as packaging design.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Freha Gourchala, Fatma Mihoub, Safia Lakhdar-Toumi, Khaled Taibi
Summary: The incorporation of date pits significantly improved the physicochemical and sensory properties of the newly prepared date syrups. Among them, the syrup prepared with H'mira date pits was most preferred for its color, sweetness, and brilliance.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Nidal M. Zabermawi, Nehal M. Zabermawi, Maryam A. Burollus, Manal E. Shafi, Mahmoud Alagawany, Nahed Yehia, Ahmed M. Askar, Sara A. Alsafy, Ahmed E. Noreldin, Asmaa F. Khafaga, Kuldeep Dhama, Shaaban S. Elnesr, Hamada A. M. Elwan, Alessandro Di Cerbo, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack
Summary: The development of medicine and molecular biotechnology has led to the containment and eradication of some human pathogens. However, the evolution of some pathogens and increased movement of humans across the world has resulted in the emergence of new infectious diseases. Natural products from plants are considered as potential alternatives for treating bacterial and viral diseases.
FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mohamed F. A. Farghly, Mohamed A. Elsagheer, Muthana M. Jghef, Ayman E. Taha, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Mariusz Jaremko, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Mahmoud Shabaan
Summary: In this study, the influence of charcoal as an additive in duck diets on carcass and meat characteristics was investigated. The results showed that charcoal did not significantly affect most carcass traits, except for an increased dressing percentage in ducks fed with 1.5% and 2% charcoal. Charcoal supplementation had significant effects on meat tenderness, juiciness, water holding capacity, meat components, and oxidative stability. It can be concluded that including 1.5% and 2% charcoal in duck diets has beneficial effects on carcass parameters.
Article
Agronomy
Amr M. El-Marzoky, Ahmed S. M. Elnahal, Muthana M. Jghef, Mohammed A. S. Abourehab, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Mohamed A. M. S. Ali
Summary: Three concentrations (1.25, 2.5, and 5 x 10(7) spores ml(-1)) of the biocontrol fungus Purpureocillium lilacinum were tested on citrus nematode Tylenchulus semipenetrans under in vitro and field conditions. The highest concentration effectively reduced larval activity and egg hatching of T. semipenetrans. Under field conditions, the application of P. lilacinum or abamectin significantly reduced the population of nematode species infesting citrus.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PLANT PATHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mohamad Ismail Sultan-Alolama, Amr Amin, Ranjit Vijayan, Khaled A. A. El-Tarabily
Summary: In this study, a virulent bacteriophage named Ec_MI-02 was isolated from the feces of a wild pigeon in the UAE, which can be used as a bio-preservative or in phage therapy. The phage was found to infect multiple serotypes of E. coli O157:H7. The research provides evidence that wild birds may serve as natural reservoirs for phages without antibiotic resistance genes, and studying the genetic makeup of phages that infect human pathogens is crucial for their safe usage in the food industry.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Heba M. Salem, Ahmed M. Saad, Soliman M. Soliman, Samy Selim, Walid F. A. Mosa, Ahmed Ezzat Ahmed, Soad K. Al Jaouni, Mohammed S. Almuhayawi, Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Mohamed T. El-Saadony
Summary: The avian digestive tract is important for converting ingested food into nutrients and maintaining bird health and productivity. Natural feed additives are being used to enhance avian development and intestinal health. This review examines how exogenous enzymes, organic acids, photogenic products, and other additives can improve the performance of the avian digestive tract.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ahmed Setta, Nahed Yehia, Amani Osman Shakak, Diana A. Al-Quwaie, Aljohara M. Al-Otaibi, Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Heba Salem
Summary: The study investigated the prevalence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus in commercial broiler chicken flocks from 2019 to 2022. Samples were collected from 111 problematic flocks and analyzed using molecular tools. The results showed that 21.6% of the flocks tested positive for HPAI H5N8, with higher prevalence in vaccinated flocks and detection mainly in autumn and winter. Regular molecular monitoring, vaccine efficacy evaluation, and preventive strategies are recommended to control this serious threat.
Article
Agronomy
Amr M. M. Atif, Fatma I. I. Elzamik, Gamal M. M. Mohamed, Diana A. A. Al-Quwaie, Mada F. F. Ashkan, Fatimah S. S. Alqahtani, Ebtihal Abdullah Motwali, Maryam M. M. Alomran, Nada K. K. Alharbi, Khaled A. A. El-Tarabily, Howaida M. M. Abdelbasit
Summary: This study isolated chitinase-producing Streptomyces strains from eggplant rhizospheres with the potential to control root-knot nematode Meloidogyne incognita. The strain ST15 showed the best performance in reducing nematode numbers and egg hatching rate, as well as promoting the growth and immune response of eggplant roots and shoots.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PLANT PATHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Synan F. AbuQamar, Hassan I. Abd El-Fattah, Maha M. Nader, Rashed A. Zaghloul, Taia A. Abd El-Mageed, Samy Selim, Belal A. Omar, Walid F. Mosa, Ahmed M. Saad, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Mohamed T. El-Saadony
Summary: Aquatic pollution has a negative impact on water bodies, marine ecosystems, public health, and the economy. The restoration of contaminated habitats is crucial for protecting marine ecosystems. Bioremediation, utilizing fungi, is a cost-effective and eco-friendly method for transforming hazardous contaminants into environmentally benign products.
MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Nahed Yehia, Sabry Elsayed, Fatimah A. Al-Saeed, Ahmed Ezzat Ahmed, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Ahmed Abd El-Halem Mohammed
Summary: A total of 45 samples from vaccinated and non-vaccinated layer chickens in Egypt were collected in 2022. They showed nodular lesions and were confirmed to be infected with pox disease. Genetic characterization revealed novel mutations in some strains, indicating the need for further research to determine vaccine effectiveness and develop a new vaccine.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ahmed A. Azab, Nahed Yehia, Mohamed Makhareta, Mahmoud Samir, Abdelrahman Shoukry, Ahmed Abd Elhalem Mohamed, Sadeq K. Alhag, Afaf S. Alwabli, Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Mohamed A. Soliman
Summary: This study evaluated the efficacy of the Valley Vac H5Plus NDVg7 vaccine in protecting chickens against H5N8 and NDV strains. The results showed that the Valley Vac H5Plus NDVg7 vaccine provided better protection and immune response compared to the commercially available bivalent H5+ND7 vaccine.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ahmed M. Hegazy, Ola Hassanin, Mai A. M. Hemele, Maha Abdullah Momenah, Fatimah A. Al-Saeed, Amani Osman Shakak, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Hala M. N. Tolba
Summary: This study investigated the efficacy of different avian influenza vaccines in combination with an immunostimulant in preventing virus shedding and inducing a strong immune response. The bivalent vaccine and Re-H5N1 vaccine, along with neem leaf extract, showed the most promising results.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gouthaman P. Purayil, Amal Y. Almarzooqi, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Frank M. You, Synan F. Abuqamar
Summary: In this study, a high-quality genome assembly of Fp DSM106835 was generated using high-resolution genome sequencing technology. The findings provide important resources to investigate the genetics, biology, and evolutionary history of this fungal pathogen, as well as contribute to filling the gaps in fungal knowledge.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Nahed A. EL-Wafai, Aya M. I. Farrag, Howaida M. Abdel-Basit, Mohamed I. Hegazy, Soha Talal Al-Goul, Mada F. Ashkan, Diana A. Al-Quwaie, Fatimah S. Alqahtani, Shimaa A. Amin, Mohamed N. Ismail, Abbas A. Yehia, Khaled A. El-Tarabily
Summary: In this study, Escherichia coli AY1 and Aspergillus oryzae were used to degrade natural rubber (NR) powder wastes. The biodegraded NR was analyzed using scanning electron microscopy, attenuated total reflection Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. The results showed that the mixed microbial culture (E. coli AY1 + A. oryzae) had the highest weight loss (69%) of NR after 210 days of incubation. This research is important as it provides a method to transform NR waste into a valuable product with antioxidant and antibacterial properties.
Article
Plant Sciences
Sayed Abdelaziz, Eman E. Belal, Diana A. Al-Quwaie, Mada F. Ashkan, Fatimah S. Alqahtani, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Taia A. Abd El-Mageed, Ashwag Shami, Maha M. Nader, Nada F. Hemeda
Summary: In this study, extremophilic bacterial isolates were obtained from various drastic soils and tested for their effectiveness as plant growth promoters and biocontrol agents against plant pathogenic fungi. These isolates displayed antifungal activity and also exhibited abilities such as nitrogen fixation, phosphate and zinc solubilization, and production of plant hormones. The most potent isolates were identified as Bacillus halotolerans, Massilia alkalitolerans, and Bacillus aryabhattai. Application of these isolates significantly reduced the growth of the plant pathogens and improved the development of tomato and maize plants. This research suggests that utilizing these bacterial isolates can be a promising alternative to harmful agrochemicals.
JOURNAL OF PLANT PATHOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Mostafa M. El-Sheekh, Samar Sami AlKafaas, Hadeer A. Rady, Bassant E. Abdelmoaty, Heba M. Bedair, Abdelhamid A. Ahmed, Mohamed El-Saadony, Synan F. AbuQamar, Khaled A. El-Tarabily
Summary: This review explores the feasibility and applications of algal-synthesized nanoparticles (NPs) in cancer treatment. Different types of algae are involved in the synthesis of NPs, and various bioactive compounds catalyze the reduction of metal ions to NPs. Algal-synthesized NPs have shown effective roles in anticancer treatment against human breast, colon, and lung cancers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NANOMEDICINE
(2023)
