International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(04), P. 1650 - 1656
Published: Dec. 25, 2023
Economical
natural
menthol
is
derived
from
Mentha
arvensis
Linn
(menthol
mint)
oil.
It
an
aromatic
perennial
herb.
The
leading
producing
state
in
area
and
production
Uttar
Pradesh
India
the
exporter
contributing
about
80%
of
essential
oil,
crystal
allied
products.
a
native
herb
Labiatae
family
most
frequently
referred
to
as
“pudina”.
has
historically
been
used
treat
ischemic
heart
disease
hypertension.
Terpenoids,
alcohols
phenolics
are
just
few
bioactive
substances
that
have
identified
this
plant.
These
compounds’
pharmacological
activities
include
antibacterial,
neuroprotective,
antioxidant,
antiulcer,
immunomodulatory,
antimutagenic,
anti-tumor
properties.
Studies
on
Ayurvedic,
unani,
other
traditional
medical
systems
also
revealed
plant’s
capabilities.
current
article
provides
summary
general
description,
phytochemical
ingredients,
historical
context,
qualities
Royal Society Open Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(5)
Published: May 1, 2024
Synthetic
organic
dyes,
which
are
resistant
to
biodegradation,
pose
a
notable
health
risk,
potentially
leading
cancer
and
respiratory
infections.
Researchers
have
addressed
this
concern
by
exploring
physicochemical
methods
remove
dyes
from
wastewater.
A
particularly
promising
solution
involves
modified
biochar
adsorbents,
demonstrate
high
efficiency
in
dye
removal.
Biochar,
charcoal-like
material
derived
biomass
pyrolysis,
offers
advantages
such
as
low
cost,
eco-friendliness,
reusability.
Beyond
its
role
sustainable
soil
remediation,
proves
effective
removing
wastewater
after
undergoing
physical
or
chemical
modification.
Acid–base
activation
metal–heteroatom
impregnation
enhances
biochar's
adsorption
capacity.
This
comprehensive
review
examines
the
attributes
of
biochar,
common
for
production
modification,
impacts
raw
materials,
pyrolysis
temperature,
heating
rate
residence
time.
It
further
elucidates
mechanism
removal
assessing
factors
influencing
efficiency,
including
feedstock,
pH,
particle
size,
initial
concentration,
dosage
reaction
explores
challenges,
opportunities,
reusability
regeneration
treating
also
discusses
recent
advances
using
adsorption-based
biochar.
The
ultimately
advocates
enhancing
performance
through
post-modification.
Journal of Materials Research and Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
30, P. 1217 - 1227
Published: March 22, 2024
One
of
the
major
obstacles
to
realization
a
sustainable
planet
is
handling
liquid
waste,
which
where
Chitosan
production
waste
(CPW)
have
been
becoming
significant
environmental
issue.
derived
CaO
catalyst
(CPW-CaO)
was
synthesized
through
self-termination
precipitation
acidic
(de-mineralization
step)
with
alkali
(de-proteination/de-acetylation)
then
calcination
and
utilized
as
an
eco-friendly
cost-effective
generate
biodiesel
from
Soybean
deodorizer
distillate
oil
(SDDO).
XRD,
EDS,
FTIR,
SEM,
BET
were
used
characterize
CPW-CaO.
The
demonstrated
exceptional
catalytic
performance
in
conversion
SDDO
matched
EN
fuel
specifications
at
8%
dosage,
12:1
ration
methanol
SDDO,
2
h,
65
°C
reaction
temperature
optimum
conditions
that
yielding
97.1%
conversion.
For
first
four
cycles,
CPW-CaO
able
produce
comparatively
high
biodiesel,
according
reusability
study.
regeneration
can
be
recycled
for
more
than
cycles
yield.
results
this
study
provide
ecologically
friendly
method
producing
biodiesel.
Veterinary Sciences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
12(2), P. 129 - 129
Published: Feb. 5, 2025
In
order
to
elucidate
the
active
ingredients,
potential
targets,
and
mechanisms
of
action
peppermint
in
treating
bovine
mastitis,
this
study
utilized
network
pharmacology
analysis
molecular
docking
conduct
an
exploratory,
prospective
investigation.
Using
Traditional
Chinese
Medicine
Systems
Pharmacology
(TCMSP)
database,
all
compounds
targets
were
retrieved.
After
removing
duplicates,
a
total
133
272
obtained.
Targets
then
standardized
gene
names
using
UniProt
database
construct
drug–component-target
network.
A
183
disease
related
mastitis
retrieved
from
GeneCards
database.
We
obtained
28
cross
constructed
protein–protein
interaction
(PPI)
STRING
visual
was
built
Cytoscape
3.10.0
software,
seven
core
analyzed
GO
KEGG
pathway
enrichment
performed
Metascape
Molecular
conducted
AutoDockTools–1.5.6
software
on
some
small–molecule
evaluate
stability
binding
between
targets.
Apigenin,
luteolin,
ursolic
acid
are
three
main
components
peppermint.
Core
(TNF,
IL–6,
STAT–3,
IL–1β,
FGF–2,
IFNG,
ESR–1)
selected
based
PPI
The
suggested
that
major
signaling
pathways
may
include
AGEs–RAGE,
IL–17,
NF–κB,
TLRs,
HIF–1,
TGF–β,
PI3K–Akt,
MAPK.
results
showed
one
mint,
acid,
exhibited
good
activity
with
mastitis.
Other
constituents
also
produced
favorable
This
elucidates
mint
providing
data
support
development
new
therapies
for
its
constituents.
PLoS ONE,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
20(2), P. e0318639 - e0318639
Published: Feb. 6, 2025
Conventional
methods
of
house
dust
mite
control
often
involve
chemical
pesticides,
raising
concerns
about
their
potential
hazards.
Mint
essential
oil
presents
a
natural
and
eco-friendly
alternative
for
managing
infestations.
In
this
study,
ten
varieties
mint
plants
were
cultivated,
oils
extracted
through
steam
distillation.
The
toxicity
these
main
compounds
on
adult
mites
was
assessed
using
contact+fumigant
mortality
bioassays
vapour-phase
bioassays.
A
repellent
bioassay
also
conducted
to
evaluate
the
effects
compound
mites.
varied
among
different
varieties,
with
some
demonstrating
higher
potency
in
eradicating
showed
both
acaricidal
action
mites,
certain
exhibiting
stronger
efficacy.
Linalool
as
active
identified
key
contributors
properties
oil.
oil,
particularly
rich
compounds,
shows
promise
effective
agent
controlling
Its
dual
functionality
killing
repelling
along
its
environmentally
friendly
nature,
make
it
viable
pesticides
management.
Further
research
specific
mechanisms
long-term
effectiveness
is
warranted
explore
full
sustainable
pest
management
solution.
Reaction Chemistry & Engineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9(9), P. 2358 - 2366
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
The
present
study
aims
to
develop
a
natural
insect-repellent
paint
formulation
derived
from
plant-based
materials
with
UV
absorption
and
antibacterial
properties.
Chemical Engineering Communications,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
211(7), P. 1072 - 1098
Published: March 21, 2024
The
increased
prominence
in
the
use
of
nanoparticles
has
made
it
important
to
employ
synergy
between
while
harnessing
individual
metallic
and
biological
properties
improve
modify
surface,
versatility,
efficiency
nanoparticle
hybrid.
This
study
aims
conduct
a
bio-assessment
assay
hybrid
systems
within
an
in-vitro
set-up
surface
modifications
these
systems.
surfaces
are
characterized
using
scanning
electron
microscope,
dynamic
light
scattering
(DLS),
X-ray
diffraction
analysis
(XRD),
Fourier-transform
infrared
spectroscopy
(FTIR).
FTIR
reveals
presence
functional
groups
like
phenols,
carboxylic
acids,
esters.
XRD
confirms
hexagonal
crystalline
phase
Fe-NZnO,
cubic
lattice
Fe-NCaO,
rutile
TiO2.
hydrodynamic
diameter
Fe-NZnO-NCaO,
Fe-NTiO2-NCaO,
Fe-NTiO2-NZnO
shown
be
163.2,
164.6,
219.4
nm,
respectively,
DLS
analysis.
Turbidity
indicates
that
Fe-NZnO-NCaO
is
least
aggregated
particle
following
14-day
observation
period,
meaning
most
stable
over
period.
Anti-hemolytic
erythrocyte
demonstrates
relative
biocompatibility
ability
hybrids
enhance
cell
protein
protection.
Fe-NTiO2-NCaO
exhibit
higher
post-treatment
cytotoxicity
across
concentrations
than
Fe-NTiO2-NZnO.
