Life Sciences

The objective of this work is to determine the appropriateness of the effect of agroecology in bean plantations to increase bean grain yield and increase the protein content in the grain. Eleven varieties (local and imported) were tested on the agro-ecology of the Republic of Congo, the random block system with three (3) replicates, each block was made up of 11 experimental plots. The results of the agro-ecological trials on beans were carried out by comparing the average rates of the plants.

The widespread use of antibiotics in livestock production has raised significant concerns regarding public health, environmental sustainability, and social well-being. Despite their role in preventing infections and promoting growth in animals, antibiotic use in farming has been linked to the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, posing a major threat to human health. This study aims to assess the environmental and social impacts of antibiotic usage in livestock production, with a focus on its contribution to the growing public health crisis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

Agriculture is essential due to the current and future challenges related to food that our society must face. Agriculture is a precious resource, and problems in it can lead to famine and migration crises. Smart agriculture can increase productivity and crop yield with new operating and business models. Smart agriculture relies on information and communication technology (ICT). However, a cyberattack on a country’s agricultural ICT can jeopardize an entire nation.

Solanum melongena (SM) or eggplant and Solanum lycopersicum belongs to the family Solanaceae. The present research work investigates the effects of combination of both extracts for analgesics and inflammatory activities. Fresh leaves were collected, weighed, grinded and mixed into fine powder followed for Soxhlet extraction using hydro-alcohol (50-50%) as solvent. The analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities were investigated using eddy’s hot plate method and formalin induced paw oedema model using plethysmograph.

Mesothelioma, a malignant cancer affecting the pleura, peritoneum, and other organs, remains a major health challenge due to its poor prognosis. Proteins like Bcl-2A1 and Bcl2-L-10-2 contribute to apoptotic resistance, while NPM2 and CLDN-4 serve as potential biomarkers and therapeutic targets. This study used in silico methods to analyze these proteins, aiming to uncover molecular insights for targeted treatments. Using FASTA sequences from NCBI and PDB, 3D models were developed via homology modeling with Modeller 10.4 and validated using SAVES v6.0 and ProSA.

Agricultural information is very important as it helps small-scale farmers with necessary information to make right decisions and improve agricultural productivity. Small-scale farmers in many countries including Tanzania are surrounded by many factors which influence access to agricultural information. Several studies have been done to examine these factors, however most of them were conducted in a number of years ago.

In Senegal, the agricultural sector constitutes a key sector for economic and social development. One in two households is active in agriculture. However, it is characterized by low productivity with an insufficient contribution of 9.6% to GDP (in 2022). To better boost the sector, the State is implementing several programs and projects. This research aims to evaluate the effects of support for animal and plant production on households benefiting from the Project for the Opening up of Production Zones in support of the National Local Development Program (POPZ/NLDP).

Safou, an oilseed native to the Gulf of Guinea, is a highly perishable fruit, making it difficult to preserve and market. Its high perishability is attributed to the intense activity of cell wall degrading softening enzymes and its high-water content. Several alternatives have already been proposed to overcome this difficulty: storage in an aerated environment or at low temperature, pulp drying, oil extraction, processing into various food products (spreads, cookies, etc.). In spite of these efforts, the need for fresh fruit remains strong, thanks to its health benefits.

The present study has been carried out for the estimation of costs and returns in Paddy production in the district Ghazipur of Uttar Pradesh. The primary data on costs and returns in the cultivation of Paddy have been collected from 150 farmers of marginal, small and large categories from two sample villages of Jakhania block in district Ghazipur for the year 2021-2022.The concepts of costs and returns suggested by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) have been used for estimation of costs and returns in Paddy cultivation.

Over time, there has been a sharp rise in the quantity of skin care products available. People employ a range of skin care products in an effort to protect their bodies, stay away from smells, and develop appealing personalities. Mouthwash, lipsticks, foot powder, and complexion creams are some of these goods. Substances intended to be applied, rubbed, poured, sprinkled, sprayed, or inserted into the human body or any part of the body in order to cleanse, beautify, enhance attractiveness, or alter the appearance of skin are referred to as skin care preparations.