Life Sciences

Background: Lipid abnormalities such as low levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL- C), levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and elevated triglycerides are linked to an increased risk of chronic heart disease (CHD) and cardiovascular events which act as predictors of the disease process since excessive intake of cholesterol is likely to lead to hyperlipidaemia. Method: A total of forty (male and female) mice aged between 2 and 12 months were used.

The seasonal occurrences of fungi were varied in different months starting from December to March in both the years (rabi 2014-15 and 2015-16). In the infected plant (leaves) the pooled number of seasonal mycoflora was found to be highest in March (22.50 cfug-1 leaf x 10) and the lowest in December (15.00 cfug-1 leaf x 10). In healthy plant the highest occurrence of mycoflora was found in March (16.50 cfug-1 leaf x 10) and the lowest in January (11.50 cfug-1 leaf x 10).

Mangroves are one among the most productive and biologically important ecosystem on this planet, providing vital ecosystem goods and services. Consolidation of data pertaining to the extent and diversity of mangroves is a pre requisite for the selection of any strategy for the conservation of existing or the introduction of newer population. This paper is chiefly a review work on the extent and diversity of mangroves, and is based on published and technical reports.

Population control is a significant issue worldwide especially in developing countries like India. Population breakout has responsible for various deleterious effects on life surviving resources on the earth. Therefore fertility regulation is necessary for the conservation of life supporting resources as well as good reproductive life of both males and females. Fertility control is a significant issue of global and national public health concern. To control the menace of population explosion, many nations have enmarked various programmes of family welfare.

Siwa Oasis is one of the most promised locations in the Western Desert of Egypt for future agricultural projects as a result of groundwater availability. In addition, it has historical, medical and environmental tourism importance. However, the uncontrolled abstraction and use of groundwater may lead to much environmental deterioration for soil and groundwater aquifer. This study dealt with the water quality of both shallow and deep aquifers in Siwa. The hydrochemical studies indicated the meteoric origin of deep aquifer and its suitability for different uses.

The continued search for the optimization of a versatile and efficient drug carrier is catalyzing multidisciplinary efforts that integrate diagnosis and delivery of therapeutic agents. Nanodiamonds (NDs) are versatile nanocomposite which exhibit excellent mechanical and optical properties, high surface areas, tunable surface structures and low toxicity. These advantageous properties make them well suited to a wide range of potential applications in tribology, drug delivery, bioimaging, tissue engineering, and also as protein mimics and a filler material for nanocomposites.

The taxonomic survey was carried out during June 2015 to March 2016 in Sokanasiniriver, Chittur Taluk, Palakkad district, Kerala. In the present study a total of 91 plant species belonging to 72 genera and 30 families were documented. The Fabaceae family was the largest contribution in 11 species followed by Asteraceae in 9 species and Malvaceae, Acanthaceae and Poaceae are each in 8 species and life forms of herbs are the dominantly present in the study area.

Background: Neck pain is among the most common chronic pain problems, with a reported prevalence of 22–30%. Objective: To test the validity and reliability of arabic-language version of cervical spine Bournemouth questionnaire for neck pain patient.

Water-soluble inorganic pollutants may constitute an environmental toxicity problem if their movement through soils and potential transfer to plants or groundwater is not arrested. Biochar has recently been used to sequester carbon and remediate soil with both heavy metal and organic pollutants. The characteristics of biochar are influenced mainly by the preparation temperature and biomass sources. Biochars were produced from three different sources (viz., cow dung, poultry manure, and sewage sludge) at two different temperatures (low temperature - +250ºC and high temperature - +450º C).

Background: Mechanical ventilation is a life support treatment. Prolonged mechanical ventilation, defined as ventilation for 21 or more consecutive days with medical support.It has been shown to have significant effects on lung levels of inflammatory cells and soluble mediators. Low level laser therapy has become one of the most commonly used protocols in various physical therapy sub-specialties and cases. It has biostimulative and tissue regenerative properties as well as antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.