Biological & Environmental Sciences
Recent Submissions
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Exosomes: Emerging diagnostic and therapeutic targets in cutaneous diseases
( MDPI , 2020 , Article)Skin is the largest human organ and is continuously exposed to various exogenous and endogenous trigger factors affecting body homeostasis. A number of mechanisms, including genetic, inflammatory and autoimmune ones, have ... -
Metformin-loaded nanoparticles reduce hyperglycemia-associated oxidative stress and induce eNOS phosphorylation in vascular endothelial cells
( Nature Research , 2024 , Article)Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease characterized by metabolic defects, including insulin deficiency and resistance. Individuals with diabetes are at increased risk of developing cardiovascular complications, such as ... -
Synergistic Effect of TiO₂ Nanorods Incorporated with Graphene Oxide for Photocatalytic Degradation of Multiple Dyes
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2025 , Article)The treatment of dye-contaminated wastewater is essential for mitigating environmental and health risks. In this study, we developed a novel nanocomposite, TiO₂-incorporated graphene oxide (TiO₂@GOn), aimed at enhancing ... -
Nanoparticles in cancer theragnostic and drug delivery: A comprehensive review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)This comprehensive review provides an in-depth analysis of how nanotechnology has revolutionized cancer theragnostic, which combines diagnostic and therapeutic methods to customize cancer treatment. The study examines the ... -
A Decade of Discovery of Huntington's Disease Biomarkers: A Comprehensive Review of its Established and Emerging Bi-omarkers
( preprints , 2024 , Article Review)Neurodegenerative disorders (NDs) lead to progressive neuronal loss in various brain regions and are a significant public health concern, with NDs expected to become the second-leading cause of death globally within the ... -
Advances in Huntington’s Disease Biomarkers: A 10-Year Bibliometric Analysis and a Comprehensive Review
( MDPI , 2025 , Article Review)Neurodegenerative disorders (NDs) cause progressive neuronal loss and are a significant public health concern, with NDs projected to become the second leading global cause of death within two decades. Huntington’s disease ... -
Plastic waste impact and biotechnology: Exploring polymer degradation, microbial role, and sustainable development implications
( Elsevier Ltd , 2023 , Book Review)The significant impact of plastic waste on ecosystems has raised concerns regarding its detrimental effects. This review examines the various types of synthetic and degradable plastics and explores the physiochemical ... -
Unraveling the Epigenetic Tapestry: Decoding the Impact of Epigenetic Modifications in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Pathogenesis
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic autoinflammatory skin disorder, which typically occurs during puberty or early adulthood. The pathogenesis of HS is complex and multifactorial; a close interaction between hormonal, ... -
Isolation of the Endophytic Fungus Aspergillus terreus from a Halophyte (Tetraena qatarensis) and Assessment of Its Potential in Tomato Seedling Protection
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Living in diverse environmentally harsh conditions, the plant exhibits a unique survival mechanism. As a result, the endophytes residing within the plant produce specific compounds that promote the plant’s growth and defend ... -
Polymorphic study of chitinase catalytic domains from Bacillus thuringiensis isolates
( National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources (NISCAIR) , 2015 , Article)The coding regions of the chitinase catalytic domains (CDs) from eight Bacillus thuringiensis isolates from Tunisian soil were cloned and sequenced. The cloned sequences consist of 255 nucleotides encoding amino acid ... -
An examination of how climate change could affect the future spread of Fusarium spp. around the world, using correlative models to model the changes
( Elsevier B.V. , 2023 , Article)Climate change is predicted to have a significant impact on the geographic distribution of various flora, fauna, and insect species by expanding, contracting, or shifting their suitable climate environment. The plant ... -
Metagenomic approaches and opportunities in arid soil research
( Elsevier B.V. , 2024 , Other)Arid soils present unique challenges and opportunities for studying microbial diversity and bioactive potential due to the extreme environmental conditions they bear. This review article investigates soil metagenomics as ... -
Editorial: Genetic validation and its role in crop improvement
( Frontiers Media S.A. , 2023 , Article)Gene discovery for economically important traits has remained a challenging Frontier in crop genomics and breeding. The recent advances in DNA sequencing technologies and genetic analysis approaches paved the way for ... -
Role of bioinformatics databases in functional genomics and metabolic engineering researches
(2023 , Book chapter)Genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics data mining are some of the interdisciplinary and emerging fields of bioinformatics that are evolving rapidly, making it difficult to predict the magnitude and pace of change. ... -
Plankton community and copepod production in a temperate coastal lagoon: What is changing in a short temporal scale?
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)Coastal lagoons are often exposed to intense short-term environmental changes and strong anthropogenic pressures influencing zooplanktonic communities and production. However, most works focus on long-term temporal scales ... -
Alternative sources of n-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids in marine microalgae
( MDPI , 2013 , Article Review)The main source of n-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFA) in human nutrition is currently seafood, especially oily fish. Nonetheless, due to cultural or individual preferences, convenience, geographic location, ... -
Environmental factors affecting larval fish community in the salt marsh area of Guadiana estuary (Algarve, Portugal) [Factores ambientales que afectan a la comunidad de larvas de peces en las marismas del estuario del Guadiana (Algarve, Portugal)]
( CSIC Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Cientificas , 2015 , Article)Salt marsh areas in the Guadiana estuary are important nursery sites for many fish species of commercial and recreational value. More effective protection measures should be adopted as the area is highly affected by ... -
Editorial: Marine and coastal environments under extreme stress
( Frontiers Media S.A. , 2023 , Article)Marine and coastal ecosystems occupy the dynamic interface where land, water, and atmosphere interact and constantly are modified by natural events and human actions, causing the most immediate effects of environmental ... -
Assessing and Reporting Potential Environmental Risks Associated with Reefing Oil Platform During Decommissioning in Qatar
( Springer , 2023 , Book chapter)Decommissioning obsolete oil platforms in the upcoming decades in Qatar, through a complete removal, will imply a major loss of the fouling biodiversity and associated ecosystem functions and services. The rig-to-reef ... -
Water Footprint Assessment and Virtual Water Trade in the Globally Most Water-Stressed Country, Qatar
( MDPI , 2024 , Article)Qatar is a severely water-stressed country. Despite Qatar's aridity and its lack of freshwater resources, its per capita water consumption is one of the highest in the world, and it is expected to increase in the coming ...
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