Article
Plant Sciences
Xin Li, Hao Feng, Sha Liu, Junjun Cui, Jiannan Liu, Mingyu Shi, Jielong Zhao, Lihu Wang
Summary: In this study, a DHN gene CaDHN2 was isolated from peppers, and it was found that CaDHN2 interacts with CaGGP1 to affect the synthesis of ascorbic acid under drought stress, thus improving the drought tolerance of peppers.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gull Mehak, Nudrat Aisha Akram, Muhammad Ashraf, Prashant Kaushik, Mohamed A. El-Sheikh, Parvaiz Ahmad
Summary: The external application of L-methionine was effective in enhancing the drought stress tolerance of sunflower plants, improving growth attributes and antioxidant enzyme activities.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Marius Fuchs, Christian Viel, Alina Lehto, Helene Lau, Jochen Klein
Summary: Antioxidants such as vitamin C and vitamin E have protective effects in the brain, reducing oxidative damage caused by seizures. Other antioxidants tested in this study were ineffective.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Cell & Tissue Engineering
Maryam Ghahremani-nasab, Naeimeh Akbari-Gharalari, Azizeh Rahmani Del Bakhshayesh, Armita Ghotaslou, Abbas Ebrahimi-kalan, Mahdi Mahdipour, Ahmad Mehdipour
Summary: The study provides evidence that 3D CA/AA/TP composite hydrogels seeded by rMSCs in hypoxic conditions have great potential to improve wound healing.
STEM CELL RESEARCH & THERAPY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhao-Chang Zhang, Peng Gu, Kun-Lun Yang, Min-Xing Zhao, Zhen-Xing Huang, Heng-Feng Miao
Summary: The addition of antioxidants improved the bioconversion efficiency of cyanobacterial blooms by black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) and reduced the toxic effects of exogenous anti-nutrients.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Katieli Santos de Lima, Felipe Barreto Schuch, Natiele Camponogara Righi, Patricia Chagas, Mireli Hemann Lamberti, Gustavo Orione Puntel, Antonio Marcos Vargas da Silva, Luis Ulisses Signori
Summary: The combined supplementation of vitamins C and E can alleviate oxidative stress, inflammatory response, and muscle damage following exercise.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Sibgha Noreen, Maham Sultan, Muhammad Salim Akhter, Kausar Hussain Shah, Ume Ummara, Hamid Manzoor, Mobina Ulfat, Mohammed Nasser Alyemeni, Parvaiz Ahmad
Summary: External fertigation with vitamins and minerals can offset the deleterious effects of salt stress on crop productivity. This study found that foliar fertigation of ascorbic acid and zinc enhanced the physiological and biochemical attributes of barley under saline conditions, improving salt stress tolerance and yield attributes.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hossam M. Abdallah, Abdulrahman E. Koshak, Mohamed A. Farag, Nesrine S. El Sayed, Shaimaa M. Badr-Eldin, Osama A. A. Ahmed, Mardi M. Algandaby, Ashraf B. Abdel-Naim, Sabrin R. M. Ibrahim, Gamal A. Mohamed, Peter Proksch, Haidy Abbas
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the protective potential of a prepared eco-friendly Taif rose oil nanoemulsion (ROSE-NANO) against UVB-induced photoaging. It was found that the application of ROSE-NANO-loaded emulgel resulted in superior antiaging effects compared to ROSE emulgel, as evidenced by improved cell activity, decreased inflammation markers concentration, and prevention of collagen fragmentation.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Shivani Kathi, Haydee Laza, Sukhbir Singh, Leslie Thompson, Wei Li, Catherine Simpson
Summary: This study demonstrates that biofortification of microgreens with supplemental ascorbic acid is achievable and can fulfill the daily Vitamin C requirements for humans.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Hai-Yan Kong, Hao Zhu, Rui Zhou, Nudrat A. Akram, Yi-Bo Wang, Cheng-Jing Jiao, You-Cai Xiong
Summary: The study demonstrated that exogenous ABA improved drought adaptability in grass pea, promoted the synthesis of beta-ODAP in seeds but not in leaves, and increased antioxidant enzyme activity in leaves while reducing oxidative stress accumulation, resulting in similar shoot biomass and grain yield as control groups.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Nazish Raees, Sami Ullah, Muhammad Nafees
Summary: This study found that seed priming with growth regulators such as tocopherol, ascorbic acid, and salicylic acid can enhance the germination and growth responses of Brassica napus under drought and salinity stresses, reducing the negative impact of these stressors on crop development.
Article
Plant Sciences
Nudrat Aisha Akram, Rohina Bashir, Gulshan Ashraf, Shehnaz Bashir, Muhammad Ashraf, Mohammed Nasser Alyemeni, Andrzej Bajguz, Parvaiz Ahmad
Summary: The present study aimed to improve drought stress tolerance in eggplant by applying alpha-tocopherol (TOC) externally. Two methods, foliar spray (FS) and pre-sowing seed treatment (PS), were used for this purpose. Water deficiency treatment was applied to 32-day-old seedlings of two eggplant cultivars, Janak and Black Beauty. Different concentrations of TOC were applied as PS and FS. The results showed that drought stress significantly reduced plant growth and chlorophyll contents, but increased proline, glycine betaine, malondialdehyde (MDA), hydrogen peroxide, relative membrane permeability, peroxidase, and superoxide dismutase activities in both cultivars. The application of TOC had a positive effect on overcoming the adverse effects of water stress on eggplants, improving plant growth and various physiological parameters. Overall, FS treatment was more effective in improving proline, glycine betaine, ascorbic acid, and enzyme activities, while PS treatment was more effective in reducing membrane permeability and improving total soluble proteins. The study concluded that TOC application was useful in mitigating the harmful effects of drought stress on eggplants of both cultivars.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Manoj Kumar, Manish Kumar Patel, Navin Kumar, Atal Bihari Bajpai, Kadambot H. M. Siddique
Summary: Metabolic regulation plays a crucial role in helping plants maintain cell osmotic potential under drought stress. Understanding plant drought tolerance is essential for ensuring food security under harsh climatic conditions. Plant metabolites and metabolic genes are key factors in drought tolerance, offering potential strategies to improve plant survival in drought conditions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Cassio Jardim Tavares, Walter Quadros Ribeiro Jr, Maria Lucrecia Gerosa Ramos, Lucas Felisberto Pereira, Onno Muller, Raphael Augusto das Chagas Noqueli Casari, Carlos Antonio Ferreira de Sousa, Anderson Rodrigo da Silva
Summary: Selecting drought-tolerant and water-efficient wheat genotypes is crucial, especially in regions with irregular rainfall or reduced water availability due to climate change. This study used high-throughput measurements to assess the characteristics of wheat genotypes under water stress conditions. The results showed that water stress negatively impacted gas exchange, vegetation indices, and grain yield. Several high-throughput variables had strong correlations with yield and morphophysiological traits. Genotypes Alianca, BRS 254, BRS 404, CPAC 01019, PF 020062, and PF 080492 exhibited greater drought tolerance.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Bassiouni A. Zayed, Hasnaa A. Ghazy, Mahrous E. Negm, Sherif M. Bassiouni, Adel A. Hadifa, Dalia E. El-Sharnobi, Mohamed M. Abdelhamed, Elsayed A. Abo-Marzoka, Amira M. Okasha, Salah Elsayed, Aitazaz A. Farooque, Zaher Mundher Yaseen
Summary: Aerobic rice cultivation can save almost 50% of irrigation water compared to lowland rice with the appropriate development of genotypes and management practices. Two field trials were conducted to determine the validation of different rice varieties under aerobic cultivation. The results revealed that the planting method varied significantly in all measured parameters.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Tarek A. Shalaby, Nahla A. El-Newiry, Mohamed El-Tarawy, Mohammed E. El-Mahrouk, Awad Y. Shala, Hossam S. El-Beltagi, Adel A. Rezk, Khaled M. A. Ramadan, Wael F. Shehata, Hassan El-Ramady
Summary: This study evaluated the response of marigold plants to foliar application of salicylic acid and potassium humate. The results showed that these treatments significantly increased the vegetative growth parameters and enzymatic antioxidant activities. However, increased doses of salicylic acid led to a decrease in photosynthetic parameters and chlorophyll fluorescence, while the opposite trend was observed with potassium humate. The oil productivity of marigold flowers increased at appropriate doses, and it was found that poor growth media such as sand could be used for marigold production.
Article
Fisheries
Abdallah Tageldein Mansour, Elsayed A. A. Eldessouki, Riad H. H. Khalil, Amany M. M. Diab, Talal A. M. Abo Selema, Nehal A. A. Younis, Nashwa Abdel-Razek
Summary: A mycological examination of 250 whiteleg shrimp clinically infected with black gill melanization revealed that Fusarium solani was the dominant causative agent, with an incidence rate of 66% compared to 34% for F. oxysporum. In vitro testing showed that O. vulgare and orange peel essential oils had a strong antifungal effect against F. solani, surpassing the commercial antimicrobial Biotronic (R) Top3. In vivo experiments demonstrated that dietary supplementation of O. vulgare and orange peel essential oils alleviated immune suppression and histopathological effects caused by F. solani infection in L. vannamei.
AQUACULTURE INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Abd Ullah, Iftikhar Ali, Javaria Noor, Fanjiang Zeng, Sami Bawazeer, Sayed M. Eldin, Muhammad Ahsan Asghar, Hafiz Hassan Javed, Khansa Saleem, Sami Ullah, Haider Ali
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of exogenous GABA on the growth and physiological response of mungbean plants under saline stress. The results showed that exogenous GABA improved the salinity tolerance of mungbean plants by maintaining their morpho-physiological responses and reducing the accumulation of harmful substances. This led to improved growth and biomass.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Abdallah Tageldein Mansour, Rehab M. Amen, Heba H. Mahboub, Sherif M. Shawky, Sahar H. Orabi, Amany Ramah, Heba S. Hamed
Summary: The present study evaluated the effect of chronic exposure to oxyfluorfen on physiological responses of male African catfish and the ameliorative effect of Chlorella vulgaris. Chronic exposure to oxyfluorfen induced severe anemia and leukopenia, as well as affecting liver and kidney function biomarkers. However, dietary supplementation of Chlorella vulgaris successfully alleviated the negative impact of oxyfluorfen on hematobiochemical parameters and restored the antioxidant balance in the liver and testes.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY C-TOXICOLOGY & PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Muhammad Nafees, Sami Ullah, Iftikhar Ahmed
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the drought tolerance of Vicia faba L. using biochar and plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) Sphingobacterium pakistanensis (NCCP246) and Cellulomonas pakistanensis (NCCP11) by analyzing the morpho-physiological attributes. The co-application of PGPR and biochar improved the capacity for drought tolerance as analyzed by studying the leaf morphology and antioxidant enzymes. Conclusively, drought mitigation through the application of microbes and biochar are metabolic strategies that regulate the activity of antioxidant enzymes, improve plant tolerance, and ameliorate the water potential in agro-ecosystems.
Article
Agronomy
Noor Ali Shah, Sami Ullah, Muhammad Nafees, Muhammad Nauman Khan
Summary: The salinization of soil caused by climate change reduces crop yield and poses a threat to global food security. The use of sugar beet extract as a bio-stimulant can mitigate the impact of salt stress on barley, promoting plant growth and increasing crop output.
Article
Agronomy
Usman Ali, Sami Ullah, Muhammad Nafees
Summary: The current study aimed to investigate the tolerance of chickpea under salinity stress through the application of salicylic acid and biochar. The results showed that the treatments of salicylic acid and biochar could improve the germination and agronomic parameters of chickpea.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Ahmed E. Alprol, Abdallah Tageldein Mansour, Hossam S. El-Beltagi, Mohamed Ashour
Summary: Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) are widely used in various industries due to their unique properties. However, traditional synthesis methods using harmful chemicals pose risks to the environment and human health. Green synthesis methods using biological substrates offer advantages such as cost-effectiveness, scalability, and reduced environmental impact.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Ahmed E. E. Alprol, Abdallah Tageldein Mansour, Abdelwahab M. M. Abdelwahab, Mohamed Ashour
Summary: The use of algae-based green synthesis of metal oxide nanoparticles (MONPs) for bioremediation is an environmentally friendly and cost-effective alternative. Algal-mediated synthesis offers several advantages over other biogenic processes, such as ease of synthesis, scalability, and rapid synthesis. Algae are readily available in nature, nontoxic, and can produce various types of metal oxide nanoparticles. This approach could significantly accelerate the development of novel algae-nanomaterials with improved properties and performance for more efficient and cost-effective bioremediation.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Salem Hamad Almarri, Alshimaa A. Khalil, Abdallah Tageldein Mansour, Walaa El-Houseiny
Summary: The study found that the addition of custard apple leaf extract in the diet of Nile tilapia improved their growth performance, physiological status, and stress resistance. The extract was able to improve hematological parameters, vital organ functions, and redox status in the fish, as well as enhance their resistance against bacterial infection. Therefore, custard apple leaf extract has the potential to be used as a feed additive in Nile tilapia diets.
Article
Microbiology
Eman F. E. Mohamed, Abd El-Salam E. Hafez, Hanan G. Seadawy, Mohamed F. M. Elrefai, Karima Abdallah, Rasha M. El Bayomi, Abdallah Tageldein Mansour, Mahmoud M. Bendary, Abdullah M. Izmirly, Bandar K. Baothman, Khairiah Mubarak Alwutayd, Abdallah F. A. Mahmoud
Summary: Fish is a good source of protein and essential minerals and vitamins, but several food-borne disease outbreaks have been linked to fish consumption. This study evaluated gamma radiation as a method to preserve fish and reduce microbial contamination. The results showed that gamma irradiation effectively reduced aerobic plate count and pathogenic bacteria in fish samples, while having no significant effect on fish quality. Gamma irradiation is proposed as a cheap and safe method for reducing microbial contamination in fish.
Article
Fisheries
Mohamed M. Abdel-Rahim, Ashraf. I. G. Elhetawy, Abdallah Tageldein Mansour, Radi A. Mohamed, Ayman M. Lotfy, Ahmed E. Sallam, Shimaa A. Shahin
Summary: A long-term feeding trial was conducted to investigate the effects of dietary supplementation with lavender oil on the growth performance, innate immunity, antioxidant status, and histomorphometry of juvenile European seabass. The results showed that the supplementation of lavender oil improved the growth performance, feed utilization, immune response, and antioxidant status of the seabass. It also positively influenced the histological features of the gills, liver, and intestines.
AQUACULTURE INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Waqif Khan, Sumbal Shah, Abd Ullah, Sami Ullah, Fazal Amin, Babar Iqbal, Naveed Ahmad, Mostafa A. Abdel-Maksoud, Mohammed k. Okla, Mohamed El-Zaidy, Wahidah H. Al-Qahtani, Shah Fahad
Summary: The study found that varying water potentials and temperatures have a significant impact on maize germination and enzymatic antioxidant mechanism, making them useful for predicting seed germination.
Article
Immunology
Marwa I. Abd El-Hamid, Reham M. El-Tarabili, Mosa M. Bahnass, Mohammed Abdulrahman Alshahrani, Ahmed Saif, Khairiah Mubarak Alwutayd, Fatmah Ahmed Safhi, Abdallah Tageldein Mansour, Noaf Abdullah N. Alblwi, Mohammed M. Ghoneim, Ayman Abo Elmaaty, Helal F. Al-harthi, Mahmoud M. Bendary
Summary: This study evaluated the multidrug resistance and multivirulence profiles of Staphylococcus aureus strains isolated from cows with mastitis. All isolates were found to be biofilm-producing methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) strains. The tested essential oils (EOs) demonstrated antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities that matched with the phenotypic evaluation and molecular docking studies. Synergistic interactions between the investigated EOs and methicillin or vancomycin were detected. Additionally, 13 isolates showed a change in antimicrobial resistance patterns to sensitive phenotypes after treatment with any of the investigated EOs. Combining the EOs with available antimicrobial drugs can prevent treatment failure of bovine mastitis caused by resistant S. aureus.
FRONTIERS IN CELLULAR AND INFECTION MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Jameel M. Al-Khayri, Salha M. Alshamrani, Adel A. Rezk, Wael F. Shehata, Mustafa I. Almaghasla, Tarek A. Shalaby, Ahmed M. Saad, Fatmah A. Safhi, Muhammad N. Sattar, Arafat A. Abdel Latef, Mahmoud Z. Sitohy, Abdallah A. Hassanin
Summary: Appropriate knowledge of parental cultivar traits is crucial for a successful tomato breeding program. This study evaluated the fruit yield, quality attributes, and molecular variations of ten tomato cultivars over three generations in a greenhouse. Peto 86, Castle Rock, and Red Star demonstrated the highest fruit yield, phenolic compounds, and sap acidity. The analysis also revealed significant genetic similarity between certain cultivars and identified potential parent cultivars for future breeding programs.
PHYTON-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2023)
