Physicochemical analysis of Cinnamon Sticks (Cinnamomum Zeylanicum) and their Pathogen & Microbial Examination
Anil Kumar Gupta, Danish Khan, Mahfoozurrahman Khan
Page Numbers : 295-299
DOI : 10.36348/sjls.2021.v06i11.007
Cinnamon is a medical herbs tree and all are a member of the genus Cinnamomum in the family Lauraceae. Cinnamon (Dalchini) is found in the Himalayan region, Ceylon and Malaya. It is used as an aromatic in a variety of medicine and foods. Due to which the food items are very tasty and full of quality. The cinnamon has different types of some physicochemical properties; foreign matter (28.56 % w/w) and total ash (58.2 % w/w) and water-soluble ash (28.3 % w/w) and water-soluble extractive (28.28 % w/w) and loss on drying (47.8 % w/w) and the help of TLC saw and identify that it has the same bioactive compound which has important medical properties and microbial & pathogen examination, which are useful in medicine and important food industries1. Cinnamon contains a variety of important derivatives with acids and it also has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties & it reduces the growth of cancer cells2. In physicochemical studies, we get information related to the structural characteristics of cinnamon as well as their physicochemical properties and can use them for our use likes the field of medicines, the field of human health, and food preservation.
Original Research Article
Nov. 27, 2021
Consumption of the Silver Catfish Chrysichthys nigrodigitatus Lacépède, 1803 from the Lake Togo-Lagoon of Aného Hydrosystem (Southern Togo): Risks to Human Health With Reference To Trace Elements
The Silver Catfish Chrysichthys nigrodigitatus from the hydrosystem Lake Togo-Lagoon of Aného contributes to the socio-economic well-being and food security of local populations. However, this ecosystem is known to be threatened by trace elements contamination. This study aims to assess the human health risk associated with exposure to trace elements via the consumption of Silver Catfish. The study method followed four main steps as described by USEPA after measuring trace element concentrations in C. nigrodigitatus tissues. The results showed that some values greater than 1 were obtained in the dry season, for As in adults (THQ = 1.17) and children (THQ = 1.80) and for Cr in children (THQ = 1.11) and in the rainy season for As in children (THQ = 1.36). Regarding the consumption of whole fish organs analyzed, the THQ recorded in the dry season for Cd, Pb, Cr and As in adults and children and for Hg in children are all greater than 1. In addition, in the rainy season, the THQ obtained for Cd and As in adults and Cd, Pb, Cr, Hg and As in children, are also greater than 1. The total target hazard quotient (TTHQ) are all greater than 1 for muscles and for all the combined fish organs studied. The CR values of Cr and As obtained in the muscles and the combined fish organs are all unacceptable (CR > 10-4) in both adults and children during both seasons. Children are more exposed than adults and the consumption of all the organs studied is found to be more dangerous than muscles alone. Therefore, the consumption of vital fish organs such as gills, kidneys and liver should be avoided since they are the favorite sites for most pollutant concentration.
Review Article
Nov. 18, 2021
New Insights in Genetically Modified Crops and Plant Diseases through Molecular Biology
Zahida Parveen, Raja Sheraz Rafique, Mudassar Mushtaq, Hassan Mehmood, Fatima Farooq, Muhammad Rizwan Shareef, Muhammad Sheeraz Javed, Muhammad Adil
Page Numbers : 279-283
DOI : 10.36348/sjls.2021.v06i11.005
Genetically modified genetically plants pass through diverse domestication from wild species and many generations of selection by humans for desirable traits. These genetically modified genetically crops are diversely produced in different industries to decrease the attack of pests by transferring different combinations of genes through advanced technologies. The gene of interest is inserted into the crop's genome using a vector that exhibits the biological carrier genes. Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) corn is the genetically modified corn that produces most of essential proteins necessary for human body also secrete toxic to certain insect pests. Genetically engineered cotton is the most evolutionary step to replace the traditionally used methods for production of cotton. Genetically engineered canola has been produced by inserting through high technology methods. Protein samples can be obtained from genetically modified crops can be resolved with the one-dimensional SDS-gel electrophoresis. Genetically engineered crops have many advantages, and the benefits of being able to use herbicides that would cause unacceptable phytotoxicity to a crop are clear.
Original Research Article
Nov. 11, 2021
To Analyze Single Nucleotide Polymorphism and Pseudogenes using Genome Wide Association in Diabetes Mellitus
Talib Yusuf A, SH Talib, Huzefa S. Bhagat, Abdoulaye Diawara
Page Numbers : 273-278
DOI : 10.36348/sjls.2021.v06i11.004
Diabetes Mellitus type 2 is said to be one of the complex diseases which is caused by complex interplay between genetic, epigenetic and environmental factors, while the major environmental factors, i.e., diet and physical activity level are well known, but the challenge is to identify the genetic factors involves in it. NGS (next generation sequencing) and GWAS (Genome Wide association studies) have led to technical development of genetic variants risked and protection of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. NGS which shows the amount of gene which has been expressed and there arrangement of nucleotide bases in the gene fragment which code for protein, also some genes , or a copy of gene which has lost the ability to produce a functional protein, may be due to mutation or inaccurate duplication in the sequence which are termed as Pseudo gene. These expressions of pseudo gene can occur due to SNP’s (Single Nucleotide Polymorphism) are DNA sequence variant that occur when a single nucleotide (A, T, C or G) in the genome sequence altered.
Original Research Article
Nov. 9, 2021
Anti-Obesity Drug Prescribing Pattern to the Young People in Primary Care: An Indian Scenario
Deepak Prashar, Sanjay Kumar, Vivek Kumar
Page Numbers : 269-272
DOI : 10.36348/sjls.2021.v06i11.003
Obesity is the precursor of many diseases which affects the human health. This condition of overweight and obesity affects the poor section of society as well as the rich to same extent. There is no age barr for occurrence of obesity and its related co-morbidities. Among the world all the countries are facing this problem. In India this ailment is observed but no proper treatment or management is done among the obese population. The present research work tries to focus on the using pattern of anti-obesity drugs in young population. The clinical study was carried out on 450 respondents undergoing the obesity treatment. The outcome of the present research indicates the off-labeled use of obesity medication. Moreover, less clinical response and long term therapy resulted in premature discontinuation in large number of respodents.
Original Research Article
Nov. 6, 2021
Production of Mychorrhiza Inoculum Enriched by Using Mychorrizal Helper Bacteria
Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) is a type of mycorrhizal that is in symbiosis with most plants. AMF symbiotic association provides many benefits for plants such as to help the nutrient absorption, especially phosphor, survival in drought conditions. Bacteria that can increase the growth and development of mycorrhizae is known as Mycorrhiza Helper Bacteria (MHB). The aim of pot experiment was to analyze the quality of the inoculum on mycorrhizal propagation enriched with the addition of MHB. The experiment used a Randomized Block Design to test three treatments of MHB liquid formula in the AMF propagation. The MHB liquid formula consisted of Pseudomonas diminuta, Bacillus subtilis, and a mixture of both isolates and controls (sterilized distilled water). The results revealed that mycorrhizal propagation using MHB increased the colonization of maize root and population of P. diminuta and B. subtilis in the mycorrhizal inoculum. Significant sporulation of Glomus spp. and bacterial population were increased by MHB inculation were also observed.
Original Research Article
Nov. 6, 2021
Diversity and Carbon Stock of Abandoned Green Spaces in the City of Yamoussoukro (Ivory Coast)
Kouassi Roland Hervé, Nomel Gnagne Jules Richard, Ambé Alain Serge Augustin, Koman Silvère Romuald, N’Guessan Kouakou Edouard
Page Numbers : 262-268
DOI : 10.36348/sjls.2021.v06i11.002
The city of Yamoussoukro has several abandoned green spaces that have been gradually nibbled away by city dwellers. The aim of the study carried out in this city was to evaluate the diversity of plant species present in these abandoned green spaces and to measure their carbon stock. To do this, a floristic inventory was carried out based on the surface survey plus the roving survey. The diameters at breast height (DBH) of individuals larger than 2.5 cm were measured. The biomass and carbon stock of the trees were assessed using a set of allometric equations from the literature. In total, 4687 individuals were counted, of which 1473 individuals have a DBH ≥ 2.5 cm. The number of species present in these areas is 328. The presence of species with conservation status and the relatively high carbon stock (302.11 t/h) show their importance in the urban environment.
