ISSN: 3048-6599 (Online)

Title: Journal of Agriculture Biotechnology & Applied Sciences

Published Article

Table of contents

  1. Understanding Drowning Trends: A Study of Recent Cases in Muzaffarnagar District, India

2) In-Vitro and In-Vivo Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Leaves Extract of Kalanchoe pinnata Plant

3) Role of Biotic elicitors in Gymnema production

4) Hydroponics Per drop more crop (In Press)

5) Soil toxicity and Biological intervention by earthworm (In press)

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1*Corresponding Author: pragatijain980@gmail.com,

RECEIVED :9 July 24

ACCEPTED: 9 August 24

PUBLISHED:20, SEPTEMBER 24

Drowning remains a significant public health challenge worldwide, causing approximately 362,000 fatalities annually, irrespective of socioeconomic status. This study focuses on analyzing critical drowning trends in Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India, where drowning-related morbidity and mortality have a substantial impact. The analysis is based on data collected from 55 drowning cases reported from 2017 to 2022, sourced from RTI data, Muzaffarnagar. The findings reveal a significant gender disparity, with males disproportionately affected, consistent with broader trends observed in India. Accidental drowning emerges as the primary cause of incidents, highlighting the need for preventive measures and safety interventions in high-risk areas such as canals and ponds. Fluctuating trends across different police stations underscore the dynamic nature of this issue, necessitating localized strategies informed by local conditions. Challenges identified, including unidentified incidents and the absence of suicidal cases, underscore the importance of enhancing data collection and reporting mechanisms. The study emphasizes the critical role of multi-sectorial collaboration, public awareness campaigns, and evidence-based policy interventions in preventing drowning incidents. Initiatives such as the development of a national drowning prevention action plan by the National Disaster Response Force are essential for creating a safer environment and reducing the burden of drowning in Muzaffarnagar district and beyond.

Keywords: Drowning, Public health, Accidental drowning, multi-sectoral collaboration, Preventive measures etc.

10.5281/zenodo.13825354

Citation

Jain, P., Chaudhary, S., Ujjainia, P., Debnath, T., kumar, A., Kochumon, S. k ., & bhatt, . sheelendra . (2024). Understanding Drowning Trends: A Study of Recent Cases in Muzaffarnagar District, India. 2(2), 52–60. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13825354

Article in Press

In-Vitro and In-Vivo Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Leaves Extract of Kalanchoe pinnata Plant


Gangadhar Yadav1,  Bishan poudel2, Avrak Hamal3, S.M.Bhatt4, Sanjay Raj baral5

1 School of Pharmacy Chitwan Medical College, Bharatpur-5, Chitwan, Nepal
2,3 Amritsar Group Of Colleges, Amritsar, Punjab, India
4 Department of Biotechnology, IIMT University, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
5 Assistant professor, Chitwan Medical College, TU

Corresponding author: bishanpoudel001@gmail.com

Received: 26/08/2024

Accepted for publication: 28/08/2024

Published on: 28/09/2024

Cite as: Yadav, G., Poudel, B., Hamal, A., Bhatt, S. M., & Baral, S. R. (2024). In-vitro and in-vivo anti-inflammatory activity of leaves extract of Kalanchoe pinnata plant. Journal of Agriculture Biotechnology & Applied Sciences, 2(2), Apr-Jun.

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The objective of the present study was to evaluate the in-vitro and in-vivo anti-inflammatory activity of aqueous and ethanolic leaf extract of the Kalanchoe pinnata plant. Aqueous and ethanolic extract of the leaves was prepared by cold maceration. The anti-inflammatory activities of the aqueous and ethanolic extracts of the leaves were performed by both in vitro and in vivo methods. The in vitro method was estimated by the human red blood cell membrane stabilization (HRBC) method and the in vivo method was estimated on the carrageenan-induced paw edema. Data were analyzed by one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Dunnett’s t-test was used as the test of significance. P-value <0.05 was considered as the minimum level of significance. The data revealed that varying concentrations of aqueous and ethanolic Kalanchoe pinnata plant significantly stabilized erythrocyte membrane against hypotonicity-induced hemolysis in a dose-dependent manner. Similarly, the plant extracts showed significant anti-inflammatory activity in dose dose-dependent manner in the carrageenan-induced paw edema model. The inhibition of paw edema was found to be 86.38% for diclofenac 10mg/kg, 67.91% for ethanolic extract (300mg/kg), 71.52% for ethanolic extract (600mg/kg), 68.61% for aqueous extract (300mg/kg) and 83.75%  for aqueous extract 600mg/kg maximally. Among the extracts, aqueous extract showed more inhibitory activity on inflammation. The results of the present study demonstrate that aqueous and ethanolic leaf extract of kalanchoe pinnata possesses significant (P < 0.05) anti-inflammatory activity.
 
Keywords: Anti-Inflammatory Activity, Kalanchoe pinnata (Lam.) Pers, human red blood cell membrane stabilization, paw-edema

Article in press (Under review)

Roe of Biotic elicitors in Gymnema production

Diksha1, S.M. Bhatt1,

1 DEPARTMENT OF BIOTECHNOLOGY, IIMT UNIVERSITY MEERUT

Corresponding author: drsmbhatt@gmail.com

ABSTRACT

Gymnemic acid, derived from Gymnema sylvestre, is recognized for its therapeutic potential, particularly in diabetes management through glucose absorption inhibition and insulin enhancement. Recent research highlights its effects on weight management, antioxidant properties, potential neuroprotective benefits, and safety within recommended doses. This review discussed gymnemic acid’s evolving role in health applications, emphasizing ongoing investigations into its mechanisms and clinical efficacy across various medical conditions.

Keywords:  Gymnema sylvestre, Gymnemic acid, obesity, therapeutic agent

Article in press (Under review)

Soil toxicity and Biological intervention

RANJAN SHAHOO

UTKAL UNIVERSITY

This review article is an attempt to study the impact of toxicity in the realm of insecticides and
pesticides which is very dangerous to target (earthworm) and non-target (other than earthworm)
organisms and lower LC50 leads to death of earthworms which is important for nutrients rotation,
that’s why overall productivity of agriculture crops may go down. Various pesticides directly or
indirectly pollute air, water, soil, and the overall ecosystem, which causes serious health hazards to
living beings.
We have discussed in this review article about understanding of different kinds of toxicity levels and
their impact on targeted invertebrates.

Article in press (Under review)

Hydroponics per drop more crops

AKASH PHILIP, RAJEEV

IIMT UNIVERSITY

ABSTRACT

Hydroponics, a method of growing plants without soil, has emerged as a key innovation in modern agriculture, offering significant improvements in crop yields, resource efficiency, and sustainability. This review article explores recent advancements in hydroponic systems, comparing their performance to traditional soil-based agriculture, with a focus on yield improvements, water usage, and energy efficiency. Studies reveal that hydroponics can yield up to 30% more crops, particularly in high-demand varieties such as leafy greens and tomatoes, due to optimized nutrient delivery and controlled growing environments. Furthermore, the integration of renewable energy sources, such as solar power, has been shown to reduce energy consumption by up to 40%, making hydroponic systems more sustainable. This article also examines the role of automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in enhancing the precision of nutrient management and environmental monitoring, resulting in greater efficiency and reduced labor costs. These innovations are driving the growth of hydroponic farming, presenting it as a solution to food security challenges and the environmental impact of conventional agriculture. This review is aimed at agricultural researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers, offering insights into how hydroponics can be leveraged to address the growing demands of sustainable food production in an increasingly resource-constrained world.

Mr. AKASH PHILIP

Mr. AKASH PHILIP

CONTENT EDITOR