Biotechnology: Recent submissions
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Piperonylic acid alters growth, mineral content accumulation and reactive oxygen species-scavenging capacity in chia seedlings
(Oxford University Press, 2022)p-Coumaric acid synthesis in plants involves the conversion of phenylalanine to trans-cinnamic acid via phenylalanine ammonia-lyase (PAL), which is then hydroxylated at the para-position under the action of trans-cinnamic ... -
MicroRNA profile of Hermetia illucens (black soldier fly) and its implications on mass rearing
(PloS one, 2022)The growing demands on protein producers and the dwindling available resources have made Hermetia illucens (the black soldier fly, BSF) an economically important species. Insights into the genome of this insect will better ... -
Structure and biosynthesis of carotenoids produced by a novel planococcus sp. isolated from South Africa
(Microb Cell Fac, 2022)Background: The genus Planococcus is comprised of halophilic bacteria generally reported for the production of carotenoid pigments and biosurfactants. In previous work, we showed that the culturing of the orange-pigmented ... -
Establishing minion sequencing and genome assembly procedures for the analysis of the rooibos (aspalathus linearis) genome
(MDPI, 2022)While plant genome analysis is gaining speed worldwide, few plant genomes have been sequenced and analyzed on the African continent. Yet, this information holds the potential to transform diverse industries as it unlocks ... -
Genetic variation in responses to salt stress in Tunisian populations of Medicago ciliaris
(MDPI, 2022)Soil salinity is one of the most serious environmental factors affecting crop productivity around the world. We used a morpho-physiological approach to investigate the salt responses of four Tunisian natural populations ... -
Synthesis, theoretical calculation, and biological studies of mono- and diphenyltin(iv) complexes of n-methyl-n-hydroxyethyldithiocarbamate
(MDPI, 2022)In this study, chlorophenyltin(IV) [(C6H5)(Cl)Sn(L)2] and diphenyltin(IV) [(C6H5)2Sn(L)2] of N-methyl-N-hydroxyethyldithiocarbamate were prepared and characterized using various spectroscopic methods (FTIR, 1H, 13C, and ... -
Plant antimicrobial peptides (pamps): Features, applications, production, expression and challenges
(MDPI, 2022)The quest for an extraordinary array of defense strategies is imperative to reduce the challenges of microbial attacks on plants and animals. Plant antimicrobial peptides (PAMPs) are a subset of antimicrobial peptides ... -
Catalytic reduction of 4-nitrophenol and methylene blue by biogenic gold nanoparticles synthesized using Carpobrotus edulis fruit (sour fig) extract
(SAGE Publications, 2022)Along with the increasing requirement for efficient organic conversions using green chemistry, there is a need to develop highly efficient and eco-friendly catalytic reaction systems. Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs)-based ... -
Genetic characterization of the central variable region in African swine fever virus isolates in the Russian federation from 2013 to 2017
(MDPI, 2022)African swine fever virus (ASFV), classified as genotype II, was introduced into Georgia in 2007, and from there, it spread quickly and extensively across the Caucasus to Russia, Europe and Asia. The molecular epidemiology ... -
Structure and biosynthesis of carotenoids produced by a novel Planococcus sp. isolated from South Africa
(BMC, 2022)The genus Planococcus is comprised of halophilic bacteria generally reported for the production of carotenoid pigments and biosurfactants. In previous work, we showed that the culturing of the orange-pigmented Planococcus ... -
Analytical studies of antimicrobial peptides as diagnostic biomarkers for the detection of bacterial and viral Pneumonia
(MDPI, 2022)Pneumonia remains one of the leading causes of infectious mortality and significant economic losses among our growing population. The lack of specific biomarkers for correct and timely diagnosis to detect patients’ status ... -
Single nucleotide polymorphisms in amlodipine-associated genes and their correlation with blood pressure control among South African adults with hypertension
(MDPI, 2022)This study describes the single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in amlodipineassociated genes and assesses their correlation with blood pressure control among South African adults with hypertension. Methods: In total, ... -
Flavonoid and phenolic acid profiles of dehulled and whole vigna subterranea (l.) Verdc seeds commonly consumed in South Africa
(MDPI, 2022)Bambara groundnut (BGN) is an underexploited crop with a rich nutrient content and is used in traditional medicine, but limited information is available on the quantitative characterization of its flavonoids and phenolic ... -
Prevalence, patterns and determinants of dyslipidaemia among South African adults with comorbidities
(Nature Research, 2022)The present study assessed the prevalence, patterns and determinants of dyslipidaemia among South African adults with multi-morbidities. In this study, 614 individuals with DM and hypertension were recruited. Dyslipidaemia ... -
The association of mthfr (rs1801133) with hypertension in an indigenous South African population
(Frontiers Media, 2022)The current study sought to investigate the association between the methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) variant (rs1801133) and the risk of developing hypertension (HTN) in an indigenous South African population.A ... -
Nanotechnology-based delivery systems for antimicrobial peptides
(MDPI, 2021)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant threat to global health. The conventional antibiotic pool has been depleted, forcing the investigation of novel and alternative antimicrobial strategies. Antimicrobial peptides ... -
Fungal‑derived compounds and mycogenic nanoparticles with antimycobacterial activity: a review
(Springer, 2022)Tuberculosis (TB) is a persistent lung infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The disease is characterized by high mortality rates of over 1 million per year. Unfortunately, the potency and efectiveness of currently ... -
A three-pronged approach to waste composition determination
(Elsevier, 2022-02-01)Understanding solid waste composition has frequently been cited as one of the most valuable resources to those responsible for the proper management of solid waste. The unique contribution of this article lies in the fact ... -
Building HMM and molecular docking analysis for the sensitive detection of anti-viral pneumonia antimicrobial peptides (AMPs)
(Nature Research, 2021)Pneumonia is the main reason for mortality among children under five years, causing 1.6 million deaths every year; late research has exhibited that mortality is increasing in the elderly. A few biomarkers used for its ... -
Green-synthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles mitigate salt stress in sorghum bicolor
(MDPI, 2022)Salinity is an abiotic stress that is responsible for more than 50% of crop losses worldwide. Current strategies to overcome salinity in agriculture are limited to the use of genetically modified crops and chemicals ...