Expressive Removal of Cationic Dyes (Methylene Blue and Crystal Violet) by Carnauba Straw (Copernicia cerifera)

Abstract The current study describes the removal of methylene blue (MB) and crystal violet (CV) dyes from aqueous media using carnauba straw as a bioadsorbent. Batch adsorption experiments were carried out at different conditions of pH (1.0 – 10.0), temperature (25 – 55 °C), time (5 – 360 min) and adsorbate concentration (0.1 – 2.0 […]

The Influence of Moringa Oleifera Leaf Powder on Organosomatic Index, Condition Factor and Glucose Profile of Clarias Gariepinus

Abstract The effect of Moringa oleifera leaf powder on the organosomatic index (gill, kidney, liver, heart and spleen), condition factor and glucose profile was carefully examined in this study. It was observed that the responses of Clarias gariepinus juveniles (mean length, 29.8±1.40cm SD; mean weight, 203.3± 5.11g SD g) exposed to 0.05, 0.10, 0.15 and […]

Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Hexane, Acetone, Ethanol and Water Extract from Bay Leaves (Syzygium polyanthum (Wight) Walp.)

Abstract Research on the qualitative and quantitative analysis of bay leaves (Syzygium polyanthum (WIGHT) Walp) has been carried out from hexane, acetone, ethanol and water extracts. This study aims to analyze the chemical compounds contained in each extract of hexane, acetone, ethanol, and water from bay leaves, and determine the secondary metabolic content contained in […]

A Review on Glycosylation: An Effective Synthetic Strategy for Glucosides with Therapeutic Potential

Abstract This review highlights various methods for the synthesis of glycoconjugates and recent progress in the development of glycosylated derivative therapeutics. Review lies in the discussion of recent mechanistic theories and supporting experimental evidences on chemical glycosylation on compounds. The impact of glycosylation is noteworthy in overcoming the existing barriers that restrict oral and brain […]

A Phenolic Glycoside from Beauveria bassiana ILB 204 Fermentation Broth

Abstract In spite of the great advances in chemotherapeutics, infectious diseases are still one of the leading causes of death in the world. Thus, development of new antimicrobial compounds against different microorganisms and with new mechanisms of action is becoming critically important. In our continuous search for new antimicrobial molecules we screened the culture broth […]

The Status of Cancer Antigen 15-3 and Lipoprotein-Associated Phospholipase A2 in Menopausal Women in Nnewi Metropolis

Abstract Background: Menopause is the time of life when menstrual cycles cease. Menopausal women are constantly exposed to biochemical and metabolic changes as some hormonal levels drop. These may subsequently give rise to some pathologic conditions. Aim: This study was aimed at assessing the risk of breast cancer and cardiovascular disease in menopausal women in […]

Investigation of Increasing Learning under Stress Conditions with the Effect of Rosemary Extract and Alprazolam in Mice

Abstract Current study was carried out to compare the effects of hydroalcoholic extract of rosemary and alprazolam on learning under stress in mice. Sixty female mature mice from 25-30g weight range were divided into six groups: control, placebo, alprazolam and 50, 100, and 200mg/kg doses of extract that were injected intraperitoneal. To experience the stress, […]

A Study on the Pharmacological Effects and Mechanism of Action of Alkaloids, Glycosides and Saponins

Abstract Bioactive alkaloids, glycosides and saponins are phytoconstituents and belong to the secondary metabolites of plants kingdom. These constituents possesses many pharmacological properties such as antioxidant activity, antimicrobial effect, modulation of detoxification of enzymes and hormone metabolism, stimulation of the immune system, decrease of platelet aggregation procedure,  possess antidiabetic, antihypertensive, antidepressants, analgesics and anticancer etc. […]