Manisha Dhotre

Phytochemical Characterisation and Biological Activities of Pterocarpus santalinus L. Heartwood Extracts: Pharmacological and Cosmeceutical Perspectives

Sachin Kulkarni, Iram Pathan, Manisha Dhotre & Datta Ashok Nalle · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2026

Aim: This study characterised the phytochemical constituents of Pterocarpus santalinus L. heartwood extracts and evaluated their in vitro antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and cosmeceutical activities. Methodology: Heartwood powder was extracted separatel...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2026/v12i3316

Dietary Evaluation of Lactobacillus acidophilus Strain PR2 as a Probiotic on Growth, Immunity, and Water Quality in Major Carp (Catla catla)

Suraj Kadam, Datta Ashok Nalle & Manisha Dhotre · Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research · 2025

Probiotic candidates, Lactobacillus acidophilus, are recognised for their ability to produce extracellular enzymes (proteases, lipases, and amylases), form resilient spores, inhibit pathogens, and colonise the intestinal mucosa. The present study investigated the dietary effect o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i121034

Sustainable Biodiesel Production from Aphanamixis polystachya (Pithraj) Seeds: A Promising Non-Edible Feedstock for Renewable Energy

Suraj Kadam, Fardeen Asif Shaikh, Manisha Dhotre & Datta Ashok Nalle · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2025

This study investigates the feasibility of producing biodiesel from the non-edible seeds of Aphanamixis polystachya (Pithraj) seed emphasizing its potential as a sustainable feedstock for renewable energy. The extracted oil underwent a two-step transesterification process to yiel...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2025/v17i7430