Mulberry is an economically important crop in sericulture industry, as it provides the only food source for the silkworm (Bombyx mori L.). Despite its importance, traditional methods of propagation like stem cuttings and grafting have several limitations including low success rat...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i82284
This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Anaphe, Fagara, coan, Cricula, mussel and spider silks, detailing their biological origins, properties, traditional and modern uses and prospects for future research and development. Silk has long been valued as a luxurious...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i82295
Mulberry (Morus spp.), a multipurpose medicinal plant, exhibits a wide array of pharmacological activities across its various parts—leaves, fruits, twigs and roots—making it a promising candidate for functional foods and therapeutic applications. Rich in bioactive compounds such...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81396
Spider silk has emerged as one of the most remarkable natural protein fibres with exceptional mechanical and biological properties positioning it as a highly promising biomaterial in biomedical and tissue engineering. Its unique combination of high tensile strength, elasticity, t...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81460
Biofortification is a process of improving the nutritional quality of food crops by increasing their essential vitamins and minerals content like iron, zinc and vitamin A. This strategy is important especially for the people in developing countries who rely heavily on staple food...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81442
Information regarding the nature of gene action controlling the yield and its related traits is crucial for designing an effective breeding strategy. With this aim, a study was carried out to assess the genetic control and variation among lines and testers for seedling attributes...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81395