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Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractInfluence of Quercetin on Diabetes-Induced Alteration in CYP3A Activity and Bioavailability of Pioglitazone in RatsSudhir Niranjan Umathe, Pankaj Vinod Dixit, Jignesh Manubhai Vaghasiya, Nishant Sudhir JainProblem statement: Quercetin-a common bioflavonoid, is present in herbal preparations consumed by diabetic patients along with routine anti-diabetic agents. We recently showed that quercetin increases the bioavailability of pioglitazone in non-diabetic rats. Thus, present study investigated whether this pharmacokinetic interaction is also evident in diabetic animals, especially because diabetic subjects have altered gastrointestinal (GI) function and CYP3A activity. Approach: The … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 5, Issue 2 · 30 Jun 2009 · 7,819 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractAnti-Inflammatory Activity of Vitex leucoxylon L. Bark Extracts Against Freund's Complete Adjuvant Induced Arthritis in Sprague Dawley RatAlluri V. Krishnaraju, Chundi B.M. Rao, Dodda Sundararaju et al.Problem statement: Anti-inflammatory agents, particularly steroids and cyclooxygenase inhibitors are often associated with adverse side effects including, GI irritation, ulcers, hypertension and cardiac abnormalities. A safe and effective intervention is essential for the treatment of inflammatory disorders. Approach: Abstract Vitex leucoxylon L., a medicinal plant of the verbenaceae family, used in traditional medicine for relieving headache and catarrh. VL-89/185A, was … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 5, Issue 2 · 30 Jun 2009 · 8,047 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractBioaccumulation of Arsenic by FungiAdemola O. AdeyemiProblem statement: Arsenic is a known toxic element and its presence and toxicity in nature is a worldwide environmental problem. The use of microorganisms in bioremediation is a potential method to reduce as concentration in contaminated areas. Approach: In order to explore the possible bioremediation of this element, three filamentous fungi-Aspergillus niger, Serpula himantioides and Trametes versicolor were investigated for … …American Journal of Environmental Sciences, Vol. 5, Issue 3 · 30 Jun 2009 · 7,895 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractAn Exploration of the Organizational Culture in the International Business Relationships and Conflicts EraJose G. Vargas-Hernández, Mohammad Reza NoruziProblem statement: The purpose is to analyze the organizational culture notion in relationships of co-operation in international business and management era. Approach: Public policies of government can strengthen or weaken the fiduciary culture. A political institution may be a good predictor of a quality constitution that prevents wasteful conflict among elites. Results: Also conflict between a firm, the community, new … …American Journal of Economics and Business Administration, Vol. 1, Issue 2 · 30 Jun 2009 · 7,986 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractInhibitory Effect of Ginger Extract on Candida albicansZahra Atai, Manijeh Atapour, Maryam MohseniProblem statement:The fungal infections could be life-threatening in immunocompromised patients. Candida albicans is the most frequent fungi in the oral cavity. Approach: The first step for treatment could be done using topical antifungal agents. Nystatine is a choice for mentioned usage but there are some problems in its using including: unfavorite taste, frequency of usage, etc. Finding better replacements is … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 6, Issue 6 · 30 Jun 2009 · 9,978 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractBiological Control of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum, Causal Agent of Sunflower Head and Stem Rot Disease, by Use of Soil borne Actinomycetes IsolatesF. Baniasadi, G. H. Shahidi Bonjar, A. Baghizadeh et al.Problem statement: High level of biosafety and non adverse effects on the environment of biocontrol strategies of pest management, are priorities of tomorrow's world agriculture. Actinomycetes are active biocontrol agents due to their antagonistic properties against wide range of plant pathogens particularly fungi. Fungal pathogens are liable for a big part of damages in agriculture economy. Approach: In the present … …American Journal of Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Vol. 4, Issue 2 · 30 Jun 2009 · 11,169 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractSynthesis and Characterization of Gold Nanoparticles by TryptophaneAzim Akbarzadeh, Davood Zare, Ali Farhangi et al.Problem statement: Preparation and synthesis of gold nanoparticles with small size and suitable stability is very important and applicable particularly in medicine. In this study, we have prepared gold nanoparticles by chemical reduction method employing L-Tryptophane as a reducing agent for ionic gold. Approach: The gold nanoparticles are the most employed amongst the different metallic nanoparticles in the fields of … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 6, Issue 4 · 30 Apr 2009 · 10,050 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractOptimizing Inventory Using Genetic Algorithm for Efficient Supply Chain ManagementP. Radhakrishnan, W. M. Prasad, M. R. GopalanProblem statement: Today, inventory management is considered to be an important field in Supply chain management. Once the efficient and effective management of inventory is carried out throughout the supply chain, service provided to the customer ultimately gets enhanced. Hence, to ensure minimal cost for the supply chain, the determination of the level of inventory to be held at various … …Journal of Computer Science, Vol. 5, Issue 3 · 31 Mar 2009 · 8,363 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractResistance to Third-Generation Cephalosporins and Other Antibiotics by Enterobacteriaceae in Western NigeriaA. O. Okesola, O. MakanjuolaProblem statement: The emergence and spread of resistance to third-generation cephalosporins are threatening to create species resistant to all currently available agents. The most common cause of bacterial resistance to beta-lactam antibiotics is the production of beta-lactamases and many of the 2nd and 3rd-generation penicillins and cephalosporins were specifically designed to resist the hydrolytic action of major β-lactamases. However new … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 5, Issue 1 · 31 Mar 2009 · 8,012 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractIncident of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in Post-Operative Wound InfectionHani A. Masaadeh, Adnan S. JaranThe primary aim of this study was to determine the incidents of pseudomonas aeruginosa in post-operative wound infection and its sensitivity pattern to commonly used antibiotics. During a period of six months between February to December, 2005, 115 specimens were collected from King Abdullah University Hospital, Princess Basma Hospital, Princess Badea and Princess Rahma Hospitals. Samples were obtained from the … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 5, Issue 1 · 31 Mar 2009 · 9,984 accessesView PDFCite