Browsing Biological & Environmental Sciences by Type "Article Review"
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Pleiotropic role of notch signaling in human skin diseases
( MDPI , 2020 , Article Review)Notch signaling orchestrates the regulation of cell proliferation, differentiation, migration and apoptosis of epidermal cells by strictly interacting with other cellular pathways. Any disruption of Notch signaling, either ... -
Potential benefits and risk assessments of using sewage sludge on soil and plants: A review
( Inderscience Enterprises Ltd. , 2019 , Article Review)Fertiliser potential and pollutant risk for the applied sewage sludge in agricultural activities must be specifically evaluated for each sludge due to the fact that there is variation in the characteristics of sludge's in ... -
Produced water characteristics, treatment and reuse: A review
( Elsevier Ltd , 2019 , Article Review)In oil and gas industry, produced water is considered as the largest waste stream, which contains relatively higher concentration of hydrocarbons, heavy metals and other pollutants. Due to the increase in industrial ... -
Recent advances in targeting protein arginine methyltransferase enzymes in cancer therapy
( Taylor and Francis Ltd , 2018 , Article Review)Introduction: Exploration in the field of epigenetics has revealed the diverse roles of the protein arginine methyltransferase (PRMT) family of proteins in multiple disease states. These findings have led to the development ... -
A regional review of marine and coastal impacts of climate change on the ROPME sea area
( MDPI , 2021 , Article Review)The Regional Organization for the Protection of the Marine Environment (ROPME) Sea Area (RSA) in the northern Indian Ocean, which comprises the Gulf, the Gulf of Oman and the northern Arabian Sea, already experiences ... -
Resveratrol-mediated regulation of mitochondria biogenesis-associated pathways in neurodegenerative diseases: molecular insights and potential therapeutic applications.
( Bentham Science Publisher , 2022 , Article Review)Neurodegenerative disorders include neurological conditions that affect nerve cells, causing the progressive loss of their functions and ultimately leading to loss of mobility, coordination, and mental functioning. The ... -
Reuse of Sludge as Organic Soil Amendment: Insights into the Current Situation and Potential Challenges
( MDPI , 2023 , Article Review)Sludge generation as an organic by-product of wastewater treatment has seen a consistent increase worldwide due to population growth and industrial activities. This poses a chronic challenge regarding management options ... -
SOD2, a Potential Transcriptional Target Underpinning CD44-Promoted Breast Cancer Progression
( MDPI , 2022 , Article Review)CD44, a cell-adhesion molecule has a dual role in tumor growth and progression; it acts as a tumor suppressor as well as a tumor promoter. In our previous work, we developed a tetracycline-off regulated expression of CD44’s ... -
The Causes and Effects of Mercury and Methylmercury Contamination in the Marine Environment: A Review
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2022 , Article Review)Purpose of Review: The concern of mercury pollution and the impact that it poses on the marine environment were studied heavily since the case of the poison from Minamata bay in the 1960s. The present study provides an ... -
The characteristics, occurrence, and toxicological effects of patulin
( Elsevier Ltd , 2019 , Article Review)Mycotoxins are the secondary metabolites secreted by different types of fungi to which humans can get exposed mainly via ingestion. Patulin (C7H6O4)is a polyketide lactone produced by various fungal specifies, including ... -
The power of phytochemicals combination in cancer chemoprevention
( Ivyspring International Publisher , 2020 , Article Review)Conventional therapies for cancer treatment have posed many challenges, including toxicity, multidrug resistance and economic expenses. In contrast, complementary alternative medicine (CAM), employing phytochemicals have ... -
The role of gene gjb2 and connexin 26 in hearing impairment
( Palladin Institute of Biochemistry of the NASU , 2018 , Article Review)Gap Junction Beta 2 (GJB2) gene mutations are the leading causes of hereditary hearing impairment. This gene encodes various gap junction proteins such as connexin 26 (Cx26), which facilitate K+ homeostasis inside the ... -
The role of α2-adrenergic receptors in hypertensive preeclampsia: A hypothesis
( Wiley Blackwell , 2019 , Article Review)Preeclampsia, a major disorder of human pregnancy, manifests as persistent hypertension and proteinuria presenting after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Multiple systemic symptoms might be associated with preeclampsia including ... -
Think like a Virus: Toward Improving Nanovaccine Development against SARS-CoV-2
( MDPI , 2022 , Article Review)There is no doubt that infectious diseases present global impact on the economy, society, health, mental state, and even political aspects, causing a long-lasting dent, and the situation will surely worsen if and when the ... -
Towards Gas Hydrate-Free Pipelines: A Comprehensive Review of Gas Hydrate Inhibition Techniques
( MDPI , 2022 , Article Review)Gas hydrate blockage is a major issue that the production and transportation processes in the oil/gas industry faces. The formation of gas hydrates in pipelines results in significant financial losses and serious safety ... -
Towards understanding the genetics of Autism
( Frontiers in Bioscience , 2016 , Article Review)Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) includes a group of neurodevelopmental disorders that affect communication skills, social interaction and intellectual ability. Despite evidence suggesting a strong genetic link with ASD, the ... -
Towards understanding the mechanisms of actions of carcinoembryonic antigen-related cell adhesion molecule 6 in cancer progression
( Wiley Open Access , 2017 , Article Review)Human carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) is the prototypic member of a family of highly related cell surface glycoproteins that includes carcinoembryonic antigenrelated cell adhesion molecule 6 (CEACAM6) and others. CEACAM6 ... -
Understanding the Phytoremediation Mechanisms of Potentially Toxic Elements: A Proteomic Overview of Recent Advances
( Frontiers Media , 2022 , Article Review)Potentially toxic elements (PTEs) such as cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), chromium (Cr), and arsenic (As), polluting the environment, pose a significant risk and cause a wide array of adverse changes in plant physiology. Above ... -
Unraveling the Role of Sex Hormones on Keratinocyte Functions in Human Inflammatory Skin Diseases
( MDPI , 2022 , Article Review)The skin exerts several fundamental functions that are the first physical, chemical and immune barriers to the human body. Keratinocytes, the main cell type of the epidermis, provide mechanical defense, support skin integrity ... -
Use of DPSIR Framework to Analyze Water Resources in Qatar and Overview of Reverse Osmosis as an Environment Friendly Technology
( John Wiley and Sons Inc. , 2019 , Article Review)Qatar and other countries of Gulf Cooperation Council are among the most water scarce countries in the world and are being characterized as “high‐water risk” countries by Water Resource Institute. Therefore, it is important ...