Abstract One of the great public health achievements of the twentieth century is modern family planning practice. The ability of individuals to determine the timing and spacing of children and family size has resulted in significant improvements in health and in the social and economic well-being of people. But, the prevalence of family planning practices […]
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Raman Spectroscopy: A Review
Abstract This article reviews recent advances in Raman spectroscopy its types and its applications, from the perspective of pharmaceutical analysis. The emerging concepts enable rapid non-invasive analysis of pharmaceutical formulations and could lead to many important applications in pharmaceutical settings, including quantitative bulk analysis of intact pharmaceutical tablets in quality and process control. Raman spectroscopy […]
Physicochemical Qualities of the Waters of Lake Toho in the Department of Mono, South-west of Benin
Abstract: In order to assess the pollution status of the waters of Lake Toho, a study was carried out by collecting and analyzing water samples using a spectrophotometer. The results revealed that, on the physicochemical level, the waters of the lake are weakly mineralized and the salinity is almost zero during the sampling period. The […]
A Review on Phytochemical Investigation of Himalayan Wild Berries and their Activities
Abstract Wild edible fruits and berries are nutritious food sources that have been used for a very long time as a possible supply of vitamins and minerals. It is well recognised that many of the edible wild fruits and berries provide a significant source of antioxidants. Several non-conventional fruits with untapped commercial potential and nutritional […]
Evaluation of cholinesterase inhibitory and antioxidant activities of free phenolic extract of Heliotropium. indicum leaves
Abstract Alzheimer’s disease (AD), one of the leading causes of dementia, is a devastating neurodegenerative condition that primarily affects the brain. It causes memory loss as well as impairments in language and judgment. In this study, the antioxidant and anticholinesterase properties of Heliotropium. indicum leaf was investigated. The soluble phenols in dried leaf powder were […]
GC-MS Analysis of Medicinal Compounds and Reactive Oxygen Species Scavenging Properties of Gongronema Latifolium (Utazi) n-Hexane Extract
Abstract Gongronema latifolium (Amaranth globe) is popularly known for its nutritional and health promoting values. This plant is widely found in the southern part of Nigeria and is used in local dishes and also for Medicinal purposes. In this project the essential Medicinal and nutritive compounds were detected using GC-MS analysis. The leaves of Gongronema […]
A Review on Cosmetic Product – Shampoo
Abstract Hair is an important part of the body appeal and its look is a health indicator. Accordingly, recent advances in hair science and hair care technologies have been reported in literature claiming Innovations and strategies for hair treatments and cosmetic products. The treatment of hair and scalp, primarily, involved the use of shampoo for […]
Endophytes: An Overview
Abstract Endophytic bacteria are those that live inside of plants for at least some of the plant’s life cycle but do not cause any outwardly apparent symptoms of the disease. In light of the fact that endophytes are a source of phytochemicals of high value, it is essential to bioprospect these microorganisms in order to find […]
A Review on Cellular Senescence: Mechanism and Therapeutic Potential
Abstract Cellular senescence is a stable cell cycle arrest that can be triggered in normal cells in response to endogenous and exogenous stresses, including telomere dysfunction, oncogene activation and persistent DNA damage. Therefore, the identification, characterization, and pharmacological elimination of senescent cells have gained attention in the field of aging research. Cellular senescence occurs in […]
Chemical Composition and Biological Activity of the Essential Oil of Senecio neaei DC
Abstract The objective of this investigation was the determination of the antimicrobial activity of a native plant from Patagonia Argentina Senecio neaei DC var. neaei (Asteraceae). Until the present day, no previous studies have been reported on the composition of the essential oil for this species of Senecio. The essential oil was obtained by hydrodistillation […]