Chitosan (CTS) is a biocompatible polymer that has been widely researched for tissue engineering purposes. It has demonstrated a significant role in bone tissue engineering in the last two decades. Being a natural polymer obtained from chitin, a major component of crustacean exos...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1930718
Background: Musa sapientum, commonly known as banana, is an herbaceous plant of the Musaceae family. Copper-based nanoparticles (Cu-NPs) enhance the scavenging capacity of various antioxidants and improve the treatment of ROS-related diseases. The aim of this study is to evaluate...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i64B35722
Introduction: Pterocarpus santalinus, with the common names red sanders, red saunders, red sandalwood, Rakt Chandan, and saunderswood, is a species of Pterocarpus endemic to the southern Eastern Ghats mountain range of South India. This tree is valued for the rich red colour of i...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i64B35737
Background: Recently, nanoparticles have been playing a pivotal role in modern material development. Nanotechnology has provided great possibilities in various fields of science and technology. The antioxidant characteristics of Aspalathus linearis, also known as rooibos, include...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i64B35741
Introduction: Musa sapientum commonly known as ‘banana’ is widely used in Indian folk medicine for the treatment of diabetes mellitus. Copper nanoparticles demonstrate a very strong catalytic activity, a property that can be attributed to their large catalytic surface area. The c...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i64B35742
Introduction: Musa sapientum are primarily grown in tropical and subtropical countries, and are commonly used around the world for their nutritional values. Peels were examined for mineral, nutritional content. The product of the mineral content is that the concentration of potas...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i64A35317
Background: The synthesis of metallic nanoparticles is a lively area of education and, more importantly, “application research” in nanotechnology. A wide range of chemical and physical procedures might be used for synthesis of metallic nanoparticles. However, these methods are sw...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i64A35759
Introduction: Nanotechnology has been taking the scientific community by storm as they have been showing promising results due to their antibacterial, antifungal and cytotoxic activity. Multiple studies have found various plant species to be a rich source of these nanoparticles....
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35167
Introduction: Green nanoparticle synthesis provides a number of advantages, including being environmentally friendly, taking less time, being less expensive, being more stable, and, most significantly, not requiring the use of harmful chemicals. Aim: The aim of the present study...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35174
Background: Nanoparticles are materials with overall dimensions in the nanoscale, ie, under 100 nm. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have shown excellent bactericidal properties against a wide range of microorganisms. Ficus benghalensis is a very large tree and had been considered as...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35177
Introduction: Pterocarpus santalinus have their application in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, agricultural, and food industries. Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) is a natural, non-caloric sugar substitute that is a rich source of a pharmacologically significant glycoside. Proper diet...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35178
Background: Biological methods for nanoparticle (NP) synthesis using microorganisms, enzymes, and plants or plant extracts have been suggested as possible eco-friendly alternatives to chemical and physical methods. Aim: The aim of the current study is to synthesize Zinc oxide nan...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35179
Introduction: Indian spices such as turmeric, ginger, and mint bring color and flavor to food and cure many ailments too. Aim: To study the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity of white pepper oleoresin-mediated selenium nanoparticles. Materials and Methods: The white peppe...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35585
Background: Nanotechnology is rapidly growing in various fields of science like medicinal, agricultural and physical and material sciences. Copper nanoparticles are particularly attractive because of copper’s high natural abundance and low cost and the practical and straightforwa...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35600
Background: Dental infections cause chronic disorders such as gingivitis, periodontitis, and dental caries when left untreated, resulting in irreversible tooth loss. However, solid preventive methods, such as employing promising herbs with well-documented health advantages like T...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35622
Introduction: Nanoscience and nanotechnology are the investigation and utilization of minuscule things and can be used over the different science fields, for instance, biology, chemistry, physical science, material science, and designing. In spite of the fact that advanced innova...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35624
Background: In ayurveda, many natural plant components are used to treat inflammatory conditions for centuries with less side effects. Different parts of Abies webbiana plant are used in ayurveda for many diseases. However, very few studies have been conducted to evaluate pharmac...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i63B35642
Introduction: Clitoria ternatea also known as the "blue pea," is a perennial twinning herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. The medicinal properties of this plant have been scientifically validated, especially at an international level, and it has been recorded to have a varie...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i63B35645
Background: Nanoparticles (NPs) are often regarded as essential components of nanotechnology. Butterfly-pea flower tea, often known as Blue Tea, is a caffeine-free or herbal tea produced from an infusion of the Clitoria ternatea plant's flower petals. In the creation of nanoparti...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i63B35646
Introduction: Diabetes has caused a major burden to the health sector in the developing countries and has shown an increasing trend among the urban population. It is estimated that most patients are with type II diabetes which could be easily treated with dietary changes, exercis...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62A35612
Introduction: Medicinal plants have provided recent medicines with numerous plant derived therapeutic agents. Avaram is extremely valued in Indian medicines for management of painful inflammation and diabetes. The target of this study was to measure the anti-inflammatory potentia...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62A35614
Introduction: The genus Mucuna, belonging to the Fabaceae family, sub family Papilionaceae, includes approximately 150 species of annual and perennial legumes. Titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles (NPs) are manufactured worldwide in large quantities for use in a wide range of ap...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62A35616
Introduction: The biosynthesis of selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) has gained interest due to their unique chemical and biological properties, which are critical for their possible applications in a variety of fields. Garcinia mangostana (mangosteen) is a tropical fruit known for i...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62A35672
Introduction: Boerhavia diffusa (BD) is a plant of rasayana category as per ayurvedic claims. It is reported to possess anticariogenic activity, disease prevention, and life strengthening activities which hold enormous influence in disease burden and affordability/availability of...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61B35601
Introduction: Selenium is an important trace element in the human body that plays a role in nutrition and medicine. Selenium research is gaining traction, not only because of its technical applications, but also because of its novel position in life sciences. The brine shrimp let...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61B35604
Introduction: A mouthwash or rinse cannot replace the regular oral hygiene routine of twice-daily tooth brushing and daily flossing.A mouthwash or rinse freshen breath, and control the bad breath.A mouthwash is a medicated liquid which is held in the mouth and swished by the acti...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61B35606
Introduction: Boerhaavia diffusa is a species of flowering plant in the four o'clock family which is commonly known as punarnava, red spiderling, spreading hogweed, or tarvine. It is taken in herbal medicine for pain relief and other uses. Zinc oxide is used to treat or prevent...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61B35607
Introduction: Inflammation is a biochemical response of the immune system that can be caused by a wide range of factors, including bacteria, infected cells and toxic substances.Pterocarpus Santalinus L. f. (Fabaceae) is most commonly referred to as red sandalwood in English, but...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61B35609
Introduction: Their unique size-dependent properties make these materials superior and indispensable in many areas of human activity. Selenium possesses excellent photo electrical and semiconductor properties which make it extensively used in duplicate, photography, cells and rec...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61B35610
Introduction: Metallic nanoparticles (NPs) have attracted great interest because of their unique physical and chemical properties and among which copper nanoparticles are used for its low cost, better efficacy and environmentally friendly. Musa sapientum has been considered as on...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61B35701
Background: Musa sapientum is a useful medicinal plant from the Musaceae family. Copper nanoparticles with a high surface to volume ratio can also be used as antifungal and antibacterial agents. The aim of the study is to access the antimicrobial activity of musa sapientum mediat...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61B35702
Background: Poor oral hygiene provides an optimum environment for bacterial biofilms formation leading to the development of periodontal diseases. Currently, researchers focus on developing oral hygiene products such as mouthwash that contain available natural products with super...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61A35588
Background: Nanotechnology is rapidly growing in various fields of science like medicinal, agricultural and physical and material sciences. Copper nanoparticles are particularly attractive because of copper’s high natural abundance and low cost and the practical and straightforwa...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61A35589
Introduction: Nanotechnology is getting used in developing countries to assist, treat disease, and stop health issues. Nanotechnology in addition to nanomedicine is being applied to or developed for application to a spread of commercial and purification processes. Ginger, scienti...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61A35591
Introduction: It is important to counteract the oxidative stress and inflammatory burden occurring in the body. The use of herbal components obtained via green synthesis, such as Stevia and peppermint which are alcohol-free and comprise relatively of less chemical components and...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61A35593
Aim: To evaluate the antimicrobial activity of Stevia and peppermint based gel on Streptococcus aureus, E. coli and Pseudomonas. Background: In recent years, the research concerning the use of herbal products has been vastly analyzed to assess their antimicrobial properties. It h...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61A35594
Introduction: Pterocarpus santalinus commonly known as Red sanders, is a member of the Fabaceae family. It is endemic to India and is classified as internationally endangered, with illegal harvesting posing a significant concern. The plant is known for its distinctive wood, which...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61A35704
Aim: The aim of this study is to prepare a mouthwash using Ficus benghalensis mediated silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) and analysing its antimicrobial activity against oral pathogens Introduction: Nanotechnology deals with the particles which are less than 100 nm and have important...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B35061
Introduction: Green synthesis of nanoparticles using plant extract, bacteria, fungi and enzymes are eco-friendly and cost effective which do need high pressure, energy, temperature and toxic chemicals for its synthesis protocol. Zinc oxide nanoparticles have various physical, che...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B35065
Aim: The present study aimed to analyse the cytotoxicity of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) that are biosynthesized using extract of Abies webbiana Methodology: Zinc oxide nanoparticles were synthesized by green approach using A. webbiana and were characterized by UV- vis spec...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B35067
Aim: To determine the cytotoxic activity of silver nanoparticles synthesized using Ficus benghalensis. Introduction: Synthesis of metal nanoparticles is widely used due to their potential applicability in various areas such as electronics, chemistry, energy and medicine developme...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B35071
Introduction: Mucuna pruriens is a tropical legume native to Africa and tropical Asia. The plant is an annual climbing shrub with long vines that can reach a height of 15 meters in length. Mucuna pruriens belong to the family legume. It is a herbal drug that is used as a medicine...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B34727
Aim: To find antimicrobial property of Ficus benghalensis mediated silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) Introduction: Nanoparticles have been studied in recent years because of certain properties like physical, chemical, electronic, thermal, magnetic, optical, dielectric and biological....
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B34591
Introduction: Red sandalwood called as Pterocarpus santalinus is esteemed for the rich red colour of its wood. Pterocarpus santalinus used as astringent, analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent. Also helpful in treating skin illness, fistula, haemorrhage and ulcers. Stevia rebaudin...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i58B34222
Introduction: Nanotechnology is being used in developing countries to treat diseases and prevent health issues. Stevia, conjointly stated as Stevia rebaudiana member of the chrysanthemum family, a subgroup of the Asteraceae family. Azadirachta indica is a native tree to Asian nat...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i59A34259
Background: Piper longum, a traditional plant used for regenerative medicine commonly known as the long pepper, is used to treat many pathological conditions. Piper longum is used as a source for obtaining the production of various nanoparticles and testing their efficacy. Piper...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i51A33501
Introduction: Maranta arundinacea is a perennial plant which is seen in Mexico, central and South America. It was introduced and cultivated for its starch rich root which is known as arrowroot. It is gluten free and good for digestion. It also boasts metabolic rate and healthy sl...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33190
Introduction: The field of Nanotechnology has gained importance since last century. Nanoparticles can be used in medicine due to its increased interaction with microbes and has less side effects than drugs. Antioxidant compounds scavenge free radicals and inhibit the oxidative me...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33163
Introduction: Recently there is considerable awareness and interest in the field of herbal medicine due to its natural origin and lesser side effects compared to Allopathy. Selected herbal plants like Symplocos racemosa, commonly known as lodhra, are found mainly in plains and lo...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33174
Aim: To evaluate biosynthesis of hydroxy citric acid mediated zinc nanoparticle and its antioxidant and cytotoxic activity Introduction: Hydroxy citric acid is a chemical that is found in fruit rinds of Garcinia cambogia, Garcinia indica, and Garcinia atroviridis. Hydroxy citric...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i2630845
Aim: To study the chromium picolinate mediated with zinc oxide nanoparticle and its cytotoxicity and antimicrobial activity Introduction: Chromium can alleviate glucose intolerance and insulin resistance and it is involved in the metabolism of glucose, lipid, protein, and nucleic...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i2030726
Aim: The aim of the study is to interpret the hyaluronic acid mediated with zinc oxide nanoparticle and its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity. Introduction: Hyaluronic acid has a role as ‘physiological selector’ for spermatozoa prior to intracy to plasmic sperm injection...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i2030727
Aim: To study the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity of chromium Picolinate mediated Zinc oxide nanoparticles. Introduction: Chromium is required by the body in a noticeable amount, even though it’s mechanism and required dietary allowance is not known clearly. It is foun...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1930717
Aim: To determine the Hyaluronic acid mediated zinc nanoparticles against oral pathogens and cytotoxic potential. Introduction: Hyaluronic acid is a non sulfated glycosaminoglycan. Bacterial invasion can also be repressed by an inhibitor Interfering with receptor interaction for...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1930716
Cassia oleoresin is an extract isolated from dried barks of Cinnamomum cassia Blume (family Lauracea). The plant has been reported to have anti-diabetic, anti-oxidant, anti-hypertriglyceridemic effect, mainly due to its phytochemical constituents such as phenolic and volatile com...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1530628
Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial and cytotoxic effect of Abies webbiana ethanolic extract based preparation of mouthwash and to compare these effects between different concentrations. Background: Abies webbiana leaves have been used in traditional sidd...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35625
Background and Aim: Plants play an important role in drug research, and the pharmaceutical industry is heavily reliant on natural products for new drug development. Curcumin, a natural compound contained in the rhizomes of the plant Curcuma longa Linn., has been shown to have ant...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B34805
Nanotechnology is a branch of science and technology relating to the matter on the atomic and molecular scale in the size range between 1-100 nm. Iron nanoparticles have diverse diagnostic and potential therapeutic applications with unique magnetic and catalytic properties and po...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i2830866
Zingiber officinale (also called ginger) is commonly used for traditional treatment of various diseases and for culinary purposes. This plant species is a herbaceous and develops yearly pseudostems around one meter tall bearing limited leaf cutting edges. The synthesis of metal n...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i2530829
Nano science is considered to be an important area in research in which developing nontoxic, reliable and ecofriendly synthesis of nanoparticles by the green approach has a vital part. Nanoparticles that contain antimicrobial and antioxidant properties are considered to be a new...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1930703
Background: Among the nanoparticles, selenium nanoparticles (SeNP) are one of the most extensively studied as Selenium has zero oxidation state, non toxic and biologically inert material. This is the reason why Selenium is considered as a major nanoparticulate. In this study SeNP...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1930709
Silica based nanoparticles are used in various fields of medical sciences to diagnose, control disease, for genetic disorders, owing to their size, surface area, biocompatibility and low toxicity. In dentistry, silica nanoparticles have been used as dental filler, teeth whitening...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1630646
The present study investigates the morphological, molecular, osteological, and evolutionary aspects of freshwater Bagrid catfish in the Western Ghats of India, focusing on the Cauvery River basin. Samples from three genera of the Bagridae family, namely Hemibagrus, Sperata, and M...
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