Plant Protection,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
7(3), P. 535 - 544
Published: Dec. 27, 2023
The
exploration
of
medicinal
plants
in
Gilgit-Baltistan
for
pest
and
insect
control
emerges
as
a
promising
strategy
natural
management.
research
was
focused
on
three
specific
plant
species-Swertia
cordata,
Gentiana
tianschanica,
Pleurospermum
candollei-highlighting
their
efficacy
the
conservation
biodiversity
region.
These
boast
rich
array
secondary
metabolites,
including
alkaloids,
flavonoids,
steroids,
triterpenoids,
tannins,
saponins,
carbohydrates,
proteins,
contributing
to
pest-controlling
attributes.
phytochemical
investigation
involved
collection
fresh
from
diverse
locations,
followed
by
air-drying
extracting
samples
analysis.
Qualitative
tests
crude
extracts
aimed
discern
presence
phenols,
carbohydrates.
results
preliminary
analysis
affirmed
various
metabolites
all
species.
Additionally,
delved
into
antioxidant
potential
these
plants,
employing
DPPH
free
radical
scavenging
assays.
different
solvents
each
species
exhibited
noteworthy
activity,
suggesting
role
antioxidants.
explores
multifaceted
bioactive
properties
identified
highlighting
significance
fortifying
defense
mechanisms.
Alkaloids,
amino
acids,
carbohydrates
collectively
contribute
overall
health
benefits
potentially
aiding
disease
prevention.
study
concluded
underscoring
imperative
further
comprehensively
grasp
uses,
concentrations,
compounds
effective
control.
In
essence,
findings
underscore
importance
harnessing
management,
considering
reduced
environmental
impact
contrast
synthetic
pesticides.
provides
valuable
insights
derived
offering
sustainable
approach
agricultural
practices
preservation
ecosystems.
Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(19), P. 4792 - 4792
Published: Sept. 29, 2024
Hydrogels,
known
for
their
unique
ability
to
retain
large
amounts
of
water,
have
emerged
as
pivotal
materials
in
both
tissue
engineering
and
biosensing
applications.
This
review
provides
an
updated
comprehensive
examination
cutting-edge
hydrogel
technologies
multifaceted
roles
these
fields.
Initially,
the
chemical
composition
intrinsic
properties
natural
synthetic
hydrogels
are
discussed,
highlighting
biocompatibility
biodegradability.
The
manuscript
then
probes
into
innovative
scaffold
designs
fabrication
techniques
such
3D
printing,
electrospinning,
self-assembly
methods,
emphasizing
applications
regenerating
bone,
cartilage,
skin,
neural
tissues.
In
realm
biosensing,
hydrogels’
responsive
nature
is
explored
through
integration
optical,
electrochemical,
piezoelectric
sensors.
These
sensors
instrumental
medical
diagnostics
glucose
monitoring,
pathogen
detection,
biomarker
identification,
well
environmental
industrial
like
pollution
food
quality
monitoring.
Furthermore,
explores
cross-disciplinary
innovations,
including
use
wearable
devices,
hybrid
systems,
potential
personalized
medicine.
By
addressing
current
challenges
future
directions,
this
aims
underscore
transformative
impact
advancing
healthcare
practices,
thereby
providing
a
vital
resource
researchers
practitioners
field.
Molecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(21), P. 5138 - 5138
Published: Oct. 30, 2024
Approximately
one-third
of
the
world's
food
production,
i.e.,
1.43
billion
tons,
is
wasted
annually,
resulting
in
economic
losses
nearly
USD
940
and
undermining
system
sustainability.
This
waste
depletes
resources,
contributes
to
greenhouse
gas
emissions,
negatively
affects
security
prices.
Although
traditional
packaging
preserves
quality,
it
cannot
satisfy
demands
extended
shelf
life,
safety,
Consequently,
active
using
biopolymer
matrices
containing
antioxidants
antimicrobials
a
promising
solution.
review
examines
current
advancements
integration
carbon
quantum
dots
(CQDs)
into
biopolymer-based
packaging,
focusing
on
their
antioxidant
antimicrobial
properties.
CQDs
provide
unique
advantages
over
nanoparticles
natural
compounds,
including
high
biocompatibility,
tunable
surface
functionality,
environmental
explores
mechanisms
through
which
impart
activities,
synthesis
methods,
functionalization
optimize
efficacy
matrices.
Recent
studies
have
highlighted
that
CQD-enhanced
biopolymers
maintain
biodegradability
with
enhanced
functions.
Additionally,
potential
challenges,
such
as
toxicity,
regulatory
considerations,
scalability
are
discussed,
offering
insights
future
research
directions
industrial
applications.
demonstrates
CQD-incorporated
transform
aligning
sustainability
goals
advancing
preservation
technologies.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
24(19), P. 14608 - 14608
Published: Sept. 27, 2023
Recently,
degradable
biopolymers
have
become
increasingly
important
as
potential
environmentally
friendly
biomaterials,
providing
a
wide
range
of
applications
in
various
fields.
Bacterial
exopolysaccharides
(EPSs)
are
biomacromolecules,
which
due
to
their
unique
properties
found
biomedicine,
foodstuff,
textiles,
cosmetics,
petroleum,
pharmaceuticals,
nanoelectronics,
and
environmental
remediation.
One
the
commercial
polysaccharides
produced
on
an
industrial
scale
is
xanthan.
In
recent
years,
its
application
has
expanded
significantly.
cellulose
(BC)
another
EPS
with
rapidly
increasing
applications.
Due
great
prospects
for
practical
application,
development
highly
efficient
production
remains
task.
The
present
review
summarizes
strategies
cost-effective
such
biomacromolecules
xanthan
BC
demonstrates
first
time
common
approaches
obtaining
new
functional
materials
applications,
including
wound
healing,
drug
delivery,
tissue
engineering,
remediation,
3D
bioprinting.
end,
we
discuss
limitations
line
future
research.
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(8), P. 1005 - 1005
Published: April 8, 2025
In
recent
years,
non-degradable
petroleum-based
polymer
packaging
has
generated
serious
disposal,
pollution,
and
ecological
issues.
The
application
of
biodegradable
food
for
common
purposes
could
overcome
these
problems.
Bio-based
hydrogel
films
are
interesting
materials
as
potential
alternatives
to
non-biodegradable
commercial
due
biodegradability,
biocompatibility,
ease
processability,
low
cost
production,
the
absorption
ability
exudates.
rising
need
provide
additional
functionality
led
scientists
design
approaches
extending
shelf
life
products
by
incorporating
antimicrobial
antioxidant
agents
sensing
accurate
moment
spoilage.
this
review,
we
thoroughly
discuss
hydrogel-based
film
applications
such
active,
intelligent
packaging,
well
a
combination
approaches.
We
highlight
their
but
also
indicate
drawbacks,
especially
poor
barrier
mechanical
properties,
that
be
improved
in
future.
emphasize
discussions
on
properties
currently
studied
hydrogels
compare
them
with
current
packaging.
Finally,
future
directions
types
described.
