Maize crop is cultivated for the purpose to obtain high production of grains. Term maize is derived from Latin language, meaning life benefactor. Its grains possess high nutritional values. Because of high importance of maize grains, a study was performed according to CRD by three replications to examine the mitigating effects of antioxidants such as citric acid, ascorbic acid and salicylic acid to salt toxicity. Foliar application of these three antioxidants were done at 200 ppm concentration and one treatment as mixture of 100 ppm of all three antioxidants. Data was noted for different growth, physiological and yield attributes. Analysis of data revealed that 100 ppm concentration mixture of all three antioxidants provided highest results for all attributes. The 100 ppm antioxidant mixture foliar application caused 8% increase in plant height and 29% increase in ear length as compared to controlled plants sprayed with water. It also caused significant increase in concentration of all photosynthetic pigments such as Chl a, Chl b and carotenoids. Foliar application with 100 ppm of antioxidant mixture also caused 21% increase in catalase activity and 27% increase in peroxidase activity. This treatments also helped plants to accumulate more potassium and provided lowest (0.44) Na+/K+ ratio. Hundred grain weight was observed highest (44.7) in plants sprayed with 100 ppm of antioxidant mixture. Harvest index of those plants were also highest (45.65). So, from these results it can be assumed that 100 ppm antioxidant mixture foliar application provided highest results followed by 200 ppm concentration of ascorbic acid.

Pesticides are commonly used in agriculture soils to distroy various pathogens. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, the media in Western Europe and North America extensively covered the issue of birds on agricultural land being poisoned by aldrin, dieldrin, and heptachlor, which were commonly used as seed dressings. To highlight this issue, an experiment was performed to examine the effects of sodium fluoride on Japanes quail growth, biochemical and histology of kidney. In the present work, forty-eight sexually male Japanese quail, weighing 105gm, were used, divided in 4 equal groups as A, B, C & D having 12 quails in every group. Quails were acclimatized for two weeks. After acclimatization experimental treatments were applied to their respective groups. Duration of experiment was 30 days. Sodium fluoride was given to quails orally with the help of gavage on daily basis. Quails in group C handled with 3.75mg/kg dose and group D handled with 5.0mg/kg dose showed significant changes in physical, biochemical and renal parameters as compared to control group. These treatments also cause significant reduction in final weight of birds. Birds in groups B with 2.5 mg/kg dose showed non-significant results. On 3.75mg/kg exposure, the highest accretion of fluoride occurred in the kidney. Sodium fluoride exposure significantly increased the kidney injury and other renal biomarkers. The histopathological variations such as necrosis of parenchymal cells, congestion and hemorrhage varied in dose dependent manner of sodium fluoride.

Bryophytes are prevalent constituents of both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, contributing significantly to the overall biomass in certain environments. This investigation has specifically focused on endophytic fungi within terrestrial bryophytes that grew in winter conditions on surfaces, such as house walls, bricks, or soil. During these periods, species such as Bryum capillare, Polytrichum commune, and Riccia bifurca are commonly observed. These kinds of bryophyte plants during the monsoons do come alive again. These examine the distribution of fungi associated with these bryophyte species. We collected three bryophyte samples from the delta region. Twenty-seven fungal species and 108 endophyte isolates were obtained from 450 tissue segments from three plants. Endophyte isolates belonging to Ascomycetes, Coeleomycetes, Hyphomycetes, Sterile forms, Yeast-like strains and Zygomycetes were recorded. Thus, its diversity was found to be based on the fungi it isolated. The endophyte species were calculated using the method of diversity index, CF%, RPO, species index, and species richness index. We have suggested that even in a relatively small region, the diversity of fungal species can be found in desiccation-tolerant environments.

Several NPs are being protect plants from various environmental stresses and encourage plant growth. Plant extract-mediated AuNP synthesis has drawn a lot of interest in this field since it can produce AuNPs effective results. AuNPs have better biocompatibility without harboring hazardous chemicals. The physical properties of nanoparticles, such as size, chemical makeup, surface charge, and surface modification, influence the absorption and transportation processes. Applying nanoparticles can assist plants in reducing abiotic stressors. Silver, gold, and other metallic nanoparticles have been produced using a variety of bacterial species. Some strains Staphylococcus aureus, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus were used to create AgNPs with antibacterial qualities. The exogenous NP administration allows plants to maintain their photosynthetic efficiency under DS while also stabilizing the ultra-structure of the mitochondria and chloroplasts. The application of SiO2 NPs to the leaves enhanced the elasticity and expansion of the cucumber's cell wall during the growth period and increased the accumulation of nitrogen and phosphorus elements in the leaves, thereby reducing the salt stress on cucumber plants. Silver nanoparticles are formed by natural biomolecules present in plants, including proteins, enzymes, amino acids, polysaccharides, alkaloids, alcoholic chemicals, and vitamins. Additionally, nanoparticles have different effects on seed germination and plant growth as they move throughout the plant body.

The quest for a potent treatment to combat cancer, which has emerged as the primary ailment afflicting mankind, has spurred the advancement of many approaches to investigate this affliction. Researchers and medical professionals have faced significant challenges in developing innovative treatments to overcome obstacles in cancer treatment and uncovering crucial insights into cancer development and progression. Comprehending the fundamental principles of the interaction between the human immune system and tumor cells has facilitated the development of novel and inventive approaches to cancer immunotherapy. The first progress witnessed in immunotherapy sparked enthusiasm among the scientific and clinical communities, since these approaches demonstrated significant potential for cancer treatment. However, there are other obstacles that currently hinder immunotherapy from being recognized as a truly effective treatment in the battle against malignant neoplasms. This review is trying to identify, assess, characterize, and define the main novel trends in immunotherapy and biotechnological therapies for cancer treatment.