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Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleTetrastigma hemsleyanum Diels et Gilg Roots from Different Origins: Pharmacognostical Identification, Content Determination of Functional Composition and in vitro Antioxidant ActivityGuang Mei Li, Jian Ge, Yongli Zheng et al.Tetrastigma hemsleyanum Diels et Gilg (T. hemsleyanum) is a unique and rare Chinese medicinal herb mainly distributed in the south of the Yangtze River in China. In the present study, T. hemsleyanum roots from seven different sites in the south of the Yangtze River (Guangxi [Baise, Guilin, and Hechi], Hunan [Fenghuang], and Zhejiang [Hangzhou, Taizhou, and Wenzhou] provinces) were collected, … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 19, Issue 1 · 23 Feb 2023 · 5,726 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titlePreparation, Identification and Antioxidant Evaluation of Citrullus Colocynthis Root and Fruit Extracts Against Doxorubicin in Male RatsSarah Samir Othman, Gamal M. Hamad, Sabria Abo Zaid Hassan et al.Millions of people are affected by diseases in developing or developed countries. Citrullus colocynthis is a high-antioxidant wildflower, it is healthy to eat and may be used as a source of energy or medication. The goal of this research was to conduct a phytochemical analysis of Citrullus colocynthis fruit extract, which is abundant in Egypt. Different extracts from that plant … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 22, Issue 1 · 8 Feb 2022 · 6,250 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the title2D Kinematic Quantification of Soil Particles around Growing Plant Root based on Optical MechanicsWenbin Wu, Jian ZhaoThe quantitative kinematic description of the surrounding soil particles during root growth is a technical challenge and biologically important. In this study, a two-dimensional camera-based imaging system was used to observe micro scale interactions between plant roots and soil particles. Maize root tip was imaged during ingress into the soils. This produced a series of two-dimensional images that represent temporal … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 16, Issue 4 · 21 Oct 2020 · 6,413 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleComparison of Microbial and Heavy Metal Contents in Soils and Roots under Mangrove Forest Stands with Different Levels of Pollution in the Niger River Delta, NigeriaAroloye Ofo NumbereOil and gas exploration in the Niger Delta, has resulted to increased heavy metal contamination. It is thus postulated that increased heavy metal will lead to decreased microbial content in soil and root. To test this hypothesis ten replicates each of soil and root samples were collected from already established sites. Samples were sent to the laboratory for analyses of … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 15, Issue 2 · 25 Jun 2017 · 8,181 accessesView PDFCite
EditorialOpen accessEvery word in the titleThe Timeless Contribution of Rootstocks towards Successful Horticultural Farming: From Ancient Times to the Climate Change EraIoannis E. PapadakisGrafting is a horticultural practice by which living vegetative plant organs (root, stem and/or buds) of either the same genotype or, usually, different genotypes belonging to the same species, genus, subfamily and/or family, are tightly connected to each other to form a double-compound plant. In fact, it is a method of asexual (clonal-vegetative) propagation of plants. The basal part of … …American Journal of Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Vol. 11, Issue 4 · 16 Dec 2016 · 9,527 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleEnhancement of in Vitro Rooting By Gelling Agents and Activated Charcoal in Rehmannia Glutinosa L.Aye Aye Thwe, Hyun Ho Kim, Haeng Hoon Kim, Sang Un ParkPlant tissue culture has proven to be commercially important for the replication of various plants species, including medicinal and ornamental plants. This technique has been used extensively in research for applications in agriculture and forestry. This study examines the effect of activated charcoal and the relative effectiveness of Gelrite compared to Phytagar. The number of roots per explant (8.2) and … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 15, Issue 2 · 12 Jun 2015 · 7,106 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleIN VIVO ANTIPLASMODIAL ACTIVITY AND ACUTE TOXICITY OF STANDARDIZED EXTRACT OF EURYCOMA LONGIFOLIA JACK. ROOT TRADITIONALLY USED TO TREAT MALARIAEti Nurwening Sholikhah, Mahardika Agus Wijayanti, MustofaA series of studies has been conducted to prove the Eurycoma longifolia Jack. root as an antimalarial. However, the in vivo antiplasmodial activity of E. longifolia Jack. root standardized extract and its lethal dose 50% (LD50) values is unknown. In vivo antiplasmodial activity was conducted on Plasmodium berghei infected Swiss mice as malaria model with 4-day suppression methods. Sixty mice … …American Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Vol. 9, Issue 1 · 27 Dec 2013 · 7,736 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleGastroprotective Effect and Safety Assessment of Zanthoxylum Zanthoxyloides (Lam) Waterm Root Bark ExtractAlex Boye, George Asumeng Koffuor, Johnson Nyarko Boampong et al.Problem statement: Gastrointestinal ulcers account significantly for morbidity and mortality in Ghana. The study therefore investigated the gastroprotective effect of an ethanolic root bark extract of Zanthoxylum zanthxyloides and its safety for us. Approach: Gastric ulceration was induced in Sprague-Dawley rats with Indomethacin (25 mg kg-1, p.o) and was treated with 150, 250, or 500 mg kg-1 of the extract, … …American Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Vol. 7, Issue 2 · 7 Aug 2012 · 8,499 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleInvestigating the Effect of Three Nitrate Fertilizers on Nitrate Leaching under the Root Zone in Clay Loam SoilThamer Ahmed Mohammed, M. Nooshin, Megat Johari Megat Mohd. Noor, A. LiaghatProblem statements: Nitrogen fertilizer is recognized as an important factor in crop’s yield level, however more application of N fertilizers in the soil have some adverse effects on environment and especially on groundwater contamination. Perception and recognition the factors influencing nitrate transport through soil profile is helpful for fertilizer management to minimize adverse impacts on environment and nitrate leaching below … …American Journal of Environmental Sciences, Vol. 5, Issue 3 · 30 Jun 2009 · 7,065 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleIn vitro Effects of Beet Root Juice on Stimulated and Unstimulated Peripheral Blood Mononuclear CellsChristiana Winkler, Barbara Wirleitner, Katharina Schroecksnadel et al.Intake of fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants is suggested to reduce the incidence of cancer and coronary heart disease in humans. Exceptional antioxidant activity of beet root extracts has been reported. Likewise in animal models, e.g., extracts of red beetroot Beta vulgaris var. rubra revealed significant tumor inhibitory effects. Red beetroot concentrate is universally permitted as a food ingredient. … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 1, Issue 4 · 31 Dec 2005 · 9,528 accessesView PDFCite