The classic view portrays Parkinson disease (PD) as a motor disorder resulting from loss of
substantia nigra pars compacta dopaminergic neurons. Multiple studies, however, describe …

Cyanobacteria and algae having complex photosynthetic systems can channelize absorbed
solar energy into other forms of energy for production of food and metabolites. In addition …

Glycans are critical to every facet of biology and medicine, from viral infections to
embryogenesis. Tools to study glycans are rapidly evolving; however, the majority of our …

All cells in the human body are covered by a dense layer of sugars and the proteins and
lipids to which they are attached, collectively termed the “glycocalyx.” For decades, the …

Lectins are proteins with a high degree of stereospecificity to recognize various sugar
structures and form reversible linkages upon interaction with glyco-conjugate complexes …

Seaweeds (macroalgae) form a diverse and ubiquitous group of photosynthetic organisms
that play an essential role in aquatic ecosystems. These ecosystem engineers contribute …

A novel approach for the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) from aqueous
solution of silver nitrate (AgNO3) by using Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam. seed powder …

Banana serves as an ideal and low cost food source for developing countries where most of
the population rely mostly on bananas for food. Banana plant parts are useful as insecticide …

Macrofungi, mushrooms or higher fungi have been employed for medicinal and food
purposes for decades, nevertheless, also represent, a novel and fruitful source of …

In order to survive in a highly competitive environment, freshwater or marine algae have to
develop defense strategies that result in a tremendous diversity of compounds from different …