Heavy metals are increasingly recognized as major toxic agents and potential carcinogens. This research was designed to assess the biochemical and genetic toxicity that arises from the exposure to a combination of cadmium and arsenic salts and/or fluoride in rats over a period of two months. Additionally, this study examined the molecular interactions of these salts with two crucial target proteins: heat shock protein 70 (HSP7...

This study examined the effects of incorporating biochar into broiler diets on productive performance and physiological status. In total, 240 unsexed one-day-old broiler chicks were divided into three treatments, each with four replicates of 20 chicks. The first group received a basal diet without biochar (control). The second and third treatments received the basal diet supplemented with 1.5% and 3% biochar, respectively. The...

T his article is aimed at assessing the anti-fibrotic action of plant-based fabricated cerium oxide nanoparticles (CeO 2 NPs). The Carissa carandas aerial parts methanolic extract was utilized to prepare CeO 2 NPs, where the dispersal of particle size distribution and zeta potential value was 61.9 nm and − 18.94 mV, respectively, verifying the successful synthesis of CeO 2 NPs. In rats, CeO 2 NPs were intravenously injected at...

As the aquaculture sector intensifies to meet global protein demands, optimizing feed quality through multifunctional feed additives becomes critical to sustain fish productivity with ecological responsibility. A lignin-based byproduct of the pulp industry, calcium lignosulfonate (LignoBond; LB) could be used as a feed additive to enhance the physical properties of aquafeeds. Hence, this study assessed the biological and techn...

Cracking in concrete compromises durability and service life by enabling water and aggressive agents to penetrate, leading to accelerated deterioration. This study addresses this problem by investigating the self-healing potential of microbial-induced calcium carbonate precipitation (MICP) as a sustainable approach to enhance concrete performance. The objective is to compare the mechanical, durability, and self-healing behavio...

The problem of soil salinity poses a significant challenge to global agriculture, adversely affecting crop development and yield. Triticale, a hybrid cereal crop, shows promise due to its resilience and adaptability. However, high soil salinity can hinder its full potential. Humic substances, derived from organic matter decomposition, have been found to enhance plants' ability to withstand environmental stress. This research a...

The danger posed by waterborne toxicity from herbicides endangers the aquatic ecosystem. Using dietary medicinal herbs is a useful approach to mitigate the effects of herbicide toxicity on aquatic animals. This study attempts to examine the consequences and potential mechanisms behind the dietary addition of horseradish tree ( Moringa oleifera ) leaf extract (MOLE) with the help of phytase addition to check the overall growth...