Article
Entomology
Mostafa Hamzei, Ali Golizadeh, Mahdi Hassanpour, Seyed Ali Asghar Fathi, Zahra Abedi
Summary: This research investigates the effects of different pulse seeds on the characteristics and energy content of the cowpea beetle. It is found that the biological properties of the cowpea beetle vary significantly when fed on different legume seeds. The study also shows that there are significant correlations between the life history parameters of the cowpea beetle and the biochemical and physical traits of legume seeds.
JOURNAL OF STORED PRODUCTS RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Olajire Ayo Gbaye, Seun Olaitan Oladipupo, Emmanuel Ayobami Oyeniyi, Temitope Halimat Oladipupo
Summary: The study revealed that cowpea varieties have varying effects on the response of Callosobruchus maculatus to sublethal doses of Piper guineense, with ART-98-12 variety being the most susceptible and Ife Brown variety being the least susceptible. The survival and reproductive parameters of C. maculatus differed across varieties.[OF] Additionally, the study showed that the efficacy of a botanical like Piper guineense against C. maculatus can be influenced by the cowpea variety it is raised on.
JOURNAL OF ASIA-PACIFIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Aileen Berasategui, Abraham G. Moller, Benjamin Weiss, Christopher W. Beck, Caroline Bauchiero, Timothy D. Read, Nicole M. Gerardo, Hassan Salem
Summary: The bean beetle Callosobruchus maculatus harbors a stable gut bacterial community dominated by Staphylococcus gallinarum, which may play an important role in the host's adaptation. The bacterial symbionts in herbivorous insect pests like the bean beetle provide essential nutrients and may have adaptive significance for the agricultural pest's survival.
APPLIED AND ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Enric Saiz, Kaiene Griffell, Stamatina Isari, Albert Calbet
Summary: This study assessed the effects of nutrient imbalanced diets on the feeding, reproduction, and gross-growth efficiency of the copepod Paracartia grani. The results showed that P limitation had a greater impact than N limitation on copepod growth and reproductive rates. The study also revealed the presence of maternal effects driven by prey nutritional composition, which potentially affects population fitness.
MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Xuehui Feng, Shuqi Qin, Dianye Zhang, Pengdong Chen, Jie Hu, Guanqin Wang, Yang Liu, Bin Wei, Qinlu Li, Yuanhe Yang, Leiyi Chen
Summary: Research findings show that nitrogen input can significantly increase microbial carbon use efficiency in soil, due to enhanced microbial growth. Contrary to the prevailing view, this increase is not mainly driven by the reduction of stoichiometric imbalance, but is strongly associated with the increased soil carbon accessibility resulting from weakened mineral protection.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Francimauro S. Morais, Kirley M. Canuto, Paulo R. Ribeiro, Alison B. Silva, Otilia D. L. Pessoa, Cleverson D. T. Freitas, Emanuel Alves Bezerra, Jose F. C. Goncalves, Diego P. Souza, Brandon F. Sousa, Ayrles F. B. Silva, Marcio Ramos
Summary: This study assessed the insecticide potential of compounds extracted from Himatanthus drasticus latex against Callosobruchus maculatus. The results showed that plumieride from the latex had lethal effects on the larvae and inhibited enzyme activity in vivo. Additionally, the application of the hydroalcoholic fraction on seeds reduced infestation effectively.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Brandon Kieft, Zhou Li, Samuel Bryson, Robert L. Hettich, Chongle Pan, Xavier Mayali, Ryan S. Mueller
Summary: This study found that different heterotrophic populations selectively assimilate exudates from common marine phytoplankton, with unique metabolic adaptations. The carbon assimilation rates calculated from SIP data provide a deeper mechanistic understanding of consumer succession and carbon use during marine bloom events.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2021)
Review
Microbiology
Giulio Petronio Petronio, Laura Pietrangelo, Marco Alfio Cutuli, Irene Magnifico, Noemi Venditti, Antonio Guarnieri, Getnet Atinafu Abate, Delenasaw Yewhalaw, Sergio Davinelli, Roberto Di Marco
Summary: Research interest in using T. molitor as an insect model for studying immunity and host-pathogen interactions has been growing. While some factors associated with the immune response have been investigated, further research is needed to fully understand the immune system mechanisms of T. molitor.
Article
Agronomy
Ana Cristina Torres Moura, Solange Maria de Franca, Mariana Oliveira Breda, Ynayanna Nariza Medeiros Silva, Antonio Vieira Gomes Neto, Paulo Roberto Ramalho Silva, Douglas Rafael e Silva Barbosa
Summary: This study evaluated the population growth and feeding preference of the aphid A.spiraecola on different host plants, finding that host plants can influence the population growth and development speed of the aphids, with P. scutellaria being the preferred host for A.spiraecola.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yiqin Deng, Can Mao, Ziyang Lin, Wenxiao Su, Changhong Cheng, Yong Li, Qunhong Gu, Ren Gao, Youlu Su, Juan Feng
Summary: This study investigated the pollution of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in sea bass ponds and its relationship with bacterial community composition and environmental parameters. The results showed that sea bass ponds are reservoirs of ARGs, and the changes are mainly influenced by water temperature, dissolved oxygen, and NO3-. Regulation of these environmental factors can reduce drug resistance risk in aquaculture ponds.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Soil Science
Yuanyuan Bao, Jan Dolfing, Ruirui Chen, Zhongpei Li, Xiangui Lin, Youzhi Feng
Summary: Soil fertility affects microbial-driven plant residue decomposition and soil organic carbon formation. The composition and efficiency of bacterial communities are significantly influenced by soil fertility levels. High fertile soils select for fast but inefficient bacteria, while low fertile soils select for slow but efficient ones.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Microbiology
Laurence Van Moll, Jeroen De Smet, Paul Cos, Leen Van Campenhout
Summary: Increased investment in antimicrobial research and development is urgently needed to combat antimicrobial resistance. Recent literature focusing on insect symbionts for new antimicrobials has led to the discovery of a diverse array of active biomolecules. The most promising antimicrobial compound derived from insect symbionts so far seems to be Cyphomycin, isolated from a Streptomyces symbiont of a Cyphomyrmex fungus-growing ant.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Giovanny Herrera, Daniel Paredes-Sabja, Manuel Alfonso Patarroyo, Juan David Ramirez, Marina Munoz
Summary: Clostridioides difficile is the causative agent of antibiotic-associated diarrhea, with altered intestinal microbiota composition. Microbial species from different domains are associated with CDI, and understanding the relationships among microorganisms may lead to new predictive factors for infection and improved treatment options, reducing morbidity and mortality.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiao-Ming Ji, Qi Zhang, Wenru Liu, Shu Cai, Liwei Chen, Tianming Cai, Hongxia Yu
Summary: This study reveals that glucose can positively mediate microbial interactions and mixotrophic metabolism in anammox consortia under micro-aerobic conditions, enhancing nitrogen removal efficiency and rate, thus improving anammox activity and microbial interactions.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Review
Entomology
Hui Wang, Qian Chen, Taiyun Wei
Summary: This review discusses the impact of insect viruses on the transmission of arboviruses by insects, as well as potential strategies for disease control.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Prabhakaran Vasantha-Srinivasan, Pavana K. Sivadasan Unni, Sengodan Karthi, Raja Ganesan, Sengottayan Senthil-Nathan, Muthiah Chellappandian, Narayanaswamy Radhakrishnan, Rajakrishnan Rajagopal, Krutmuang Patcharin
Summary: This study investigates the phyto-chemical screening and toxicity of chloroform crude extracts from Ageratum conyzoides on the pest Spodoptera litura and beneficial earthworm. The results show that the extract is toxic to the pest and has adverse effects on larval-pupal growth and development. However, it is less toxic to non-target earthworms.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Govindan Rajivgandhi, Chenthis Kanisha Chelliah, Manavalan Murugan, Govindan Ramachandran, Gnanasekaran Chackaravarthi, Muthuchamy Maruthupandy, Franck Quero, Arulraj Arunachalam, Mangalaraja Ramalinga Viswanathan, Jamal M. Khaled, Fetim S. AlHarbi, Wen-Jun Li
Summary: This study focuses on the screening and analysis of phytochemical and bioactive compounds from the marine mangrove plant Avicennia marina. The results confirm the antioxidant, antimicrobial, and bactericidal activities of the plant extract. The findings suggest that A. marina has the potential to be a future drug discovery plant against multidrug resistant pathogens.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohd Javed Akhtar, Maqusood Ahamed, Hisham Alhadlaq
Summary: This study compares the effects of two types of cobalt-based nanoparticles on lung cells and finds that cobalt nanoparticles are more toxic to cells than cobalt-iron oxide nanoparticles, possibly due to the higher release of Co2+ ions by cobalt nanoparticles. Additionally, the study suggests that CalceinAM alone is insufficient to assess the toxicity of cobalt-based nanoparticles, and other methods should be used for further confirmation.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ahmad Mohammad Salamatullah, Mohammed Asif Ahmed, Khizar Hayat, Fohad Mabood Husain, Shaista Arzoo, Abdulhakeem Alzahrani, Asdaf Alotaibi, Heba Khalil Alyahya, Syed Rizwan Ahmad
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different drying methods on the polyphenol and flavonoid content, as well as the antioxidant properties of rose petals. The results showed that oven-dried samples had the highest levels of polyphenols and flavonoids, as well as the strongest antioxidant activity.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
J. Bharathi, S. Nandhini
Summary: This paper considers a single-server queue model with Modified Bernoulli Vacation. The server offers Compulsory Service and Non-Compulsory Re-service. The Probability Generating Function for the system is derived using the Supplementary Variable Method, and numerical examples are discussed to demonstrate the impact of system parameters.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Raju Suresh Kumar, Dhaifallah M. Al-thamili, Khloud Ibrahim Al-Shemaimari, Faruq Mohammad, Mohamad Altaf, Rashid Ayub
Summary: Eight new functionalized spirooxindole-pyrrolizidine heterocyclic hybrids have been synthesized and characterized. The compound with no substitution on the aryl rings displayed the highest anticancer activity. The most active compounds were further tested for toxicity effects and their impact on cell viability was investigated by assaying free radicals, apoptosis, and caspases.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Alaa Ali Hameed
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the integration of hyperspectral sensors and artificial intelligence. It proposes a hybrid strategy that combines BPVAM with PCA for the classification of hyperspectral images and demonstrates that this model is efficient for hyperspectral sensor classification.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Muhammad Muzaffar Ali Khan Khattak, Nor Azwani Mohd-Shukri, Tahir Mahmood, Mukhtar Ahmed, Syed Najmul Hejaz Azmi, Mahboob Alam, Murni Nazira Sarian, Qamar Uddin Ahmed
Summary: This research aimed to evaluate the effect of mixed herbs on blood HbA1c and liver function in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients. The results showed that the consumption of mixed herbs improved HbA1c levels without significant changes in blood urea, creatinine, and liver enzymes.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Natarajan Arumugam, Khloud Ibrahim Al-Shemaimari, Mohammad Altaf, Karuppiah Ponmurugan, Dhanaraj Premnath, Sinouvassane Djearamane, Ling Shing Wong, Saminathan Kayarohanam
Summary: This study synthesized a new class of spiro compounds as potential antibiotics and evaluated their antimicrobial efficacy. Compound 4a showed significant activity against tested pathogens. This research is important for the development of effective antimicrobial therapies.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Zsolt Giczi, Beatrix Sik, Viktoria Kapcsandi, Erika Lakatos, Angela Mrazik, Rita Szekelyhidi
Summary: This study examined the composition of micro- and macroelements, total antioxidant, and polyphenols in different types of dried houseleek and fresh plant decoctions. The results showed that the type of houseleek greatly influenced the composition. Mn was present in high amounts among microelements, while Ca and Na were present in larger quantities among macroelements. The drying methods had some influence on the antioxidant and polyphenol content.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Eunjeong Jeon, Sangbuem Cho, Seongsoo Hwang, Kwanghyun Cho, Cedric Gondro, Nag-Jin Choi
Summary: A body weight prediction model was developed using milk production traits, providing a useful indicator for energy balance evaluation in dairy cows. The deep neural network (DNN) model showed the best predictive accuracy for body weight compared to other models. It was found that the transition from negative to positive energy balance varied among cows. Energy balance indexes were proposed to estimate and monitor individual cows' energy balance during lactation.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sohail Rehman, Souhail Bouzgarrou, Mehdi Akermi, Hashim
Summary: This study investigates the steady flow of viscoelastic fluid in a deformable channel. The mathematical structure for computing the impacts of fluid viscoelasticity on the flow is provided, and the dimensionless variables influencing the interaction between the fluid and structure are identified. The results show that the converging and diverging sections of the channel are affected similarly by the inertial forces and channel opening. Longer strain delaying time and shorter stress relaxation phase improve the velocity profile of the fluid flow.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Muhammad Umar Ijaz, Syeda Sania Zahara, Moazama Batool, Mikhlid H. Almutairi, Ayesha Ishtiaq, Asma Ashraf
Summary: This experiment evaluated the therapeutic effects of Kaempferide (KMF) on Paraquat (PQ) induced cardiac toxicity in rats. The findings showed that KMF alleviated the cardiac damage caused by PQ through reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)
Correction
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Saganuwan Alhaji Saganuwan, Otiger Fredrick Egworrow, Agbo Joseph Ode
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2024)