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Psoriasis: A comparative study as per ayurvedic and modern classics
Authors:   SRF (Ayurveda), Regional Ayurveda Research Institute for GID, Guwahati, Assam- 781028 India, Deka Darshana , Borah Tapashi ,   Research Officer (S-4), Regional Ayurveda Research Institute for GID, Guwahati, Assam- 781028 India, Swarnakar Amit ,   SRF (Ayurveda), Regional Ayurveda Research Institute for GID, Guwahati, Assam- 781028 India, Baruah D. ,   Research officer (S-3), Regional Ayurveda Research Institute for GID, Guwahati, Assam- 781028 India, Bharali B. K. ,   Assistant Director (S4) & In-charge, Regional Ayurveda Research Institute for GID, Guwahati, Assam- 781028 India
Published: February 2022

Psoriasis is a complex, chronic, multifactorial, inflammatory disease which involves hyper proliferation of the keratinocytes in the epidermis, with an increase in the epidermal cell turnover rate. At present time, Psoriasis is one of the most common human skin diseases. Majority of the dermatological disorders have been described under the roof of Kushtha in Ayurveda. In this article, ancient Indian literature regarding dermatological disorders is studied thoroughly to make a comparison between the information given in ayurvedic classical texts and those given in modern medical science in relation to psoriasis. After studying Kustha in ayurvedic literature, it is clear that the disease Psoriasis is mostly comparable with two varieties of kshudrakustha ie. Eka kustha and Kitibha kustha and also with a variety mahakustha i.e., Sidhma kustha. It is also clear from the study that there is vast resemblance between the Panchanidan i.e., Nidan, Purvarupa, Rupa, Upasaya, Samprapti of Kustha and the etiopathogenesis and symptomatology of psoriasis. The objective of this review is successful in comparing psoriasis with kustha with special reference to Ekakustha and Kitibha kustha. Due to the close resemblance, it is also tried in this work that the treatment procedures along with various formulations mentioned in skin disorders of ayurveda can be applied in psoriasis which adds new dimensions in management of such a chronic and complex disease.
Screening of Antimicrobial activity of Guduchi Ghana (dried aqueous extract of Tinospora cordifolia (Willd.) Miers)
Authors:   Research Officer, Central Ayurveda Research Institute for Drug Development, CCRAS, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, Bidhannagar, Kolkata-700091, India, Sharma Rohit , Prajapati PK ,   Professor and HOD, Department of Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana, All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi, Delhi- 110076, India
Published: February 2022

Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia (Willd.) Miers) is one of the most versatile rejuvenating herbs, possessing numerous therapeutic attributes. Recent reports investigated and ascertained its role as a potent antimicrobial herb. No published reports on antimicrobial profile of its dosage form- Guduchi Ghana are available till date. Present study was therefore attempted to evaluate comparative antimicrobial efficacies of Guduchi Ghana prepared by two different methods – (i) classical Ayurvedic method and (ii) modified method. Recommended microbial strain like; Salmonella typhi, Escherichia coli, P. aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus were used in this study for the same purpose. Both samples showed significant antibacterial activity and possess great potential against microorganisms, where Guduchi Ghana prepared by classical method showed better results. Physicochemical analysis showed insignificant difference between samples. Phytochemical analysis for various functional groups revealed the presence of glycosides, alkaloids, tannins, phenols, starch and sterols in both samples, which might be accountable for their antimicrobial potential. No microbial load was detected within both samples. The results also validate the traditional uses of Guduchi in various skin ailments. Present study may prove a torch bearer for future studies to understand its biological activities.
Plant kingdom Nutraceuticals for diabetes
Authors:   Research Officer, Central Ayurveda Research Institute for Drug Development, CCRAS, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, Bidhannagar, Kolkata-700091, India, Sharma Rohit , Amin Hetal ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Basic Principles, Faculty of Ayurveda, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat391760, India, Prajapati PK ,   Professor and HOD, Department of Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana, All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi, Delhi- 110076, India
Published: February 2022

Recent years witnessed an upsurge in the use of nutraceuticals, nutritionals and naturals in therapeutics at global level. Conventional treatment options available as synthetic drugs does not meet properly the therapeutic needs for treating diabetes and the herbal remedies provide a better therapeutic hope with lesser side effects. Nutraceuticals are nonspecific biological therapies including botanicals, vitamins, anti-oxidants, minerals, amino acids and fatty acids, which are used to promote wellness, prevent malignant processes and control symptoms. Nutraceutical agents have multidimensional therapeutic benefits and have been claimed to have effective disease preventing, curative and health promotive virtues. Present review focuses on the plant kingdom claims as nutraceuticals for diabetes.
Ayurveda medicinal plants for Asthikshaya (Osteoporosis): A review
Authors:   PG Scholar, PG Department of Dravyaguna Vigyana, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan-302002, India, Dipti  , Khandelwal Richa ,   PG Scholar, PG Department of Dravyaguna Vigyana, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan-302002, India, Aggarwal Ankita ,   PG Scholar, PG Department of Maulik Siddhanta, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan-302002, India, Jaiswal Mohan Lal ,   Associate professor, PG Department of Dravyaguna Vigyana, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan302002, India
Published: February 2022

Ayurveda is an ancient science of life deals with the preventive as well as curative aspect. It explains human body as a ‘congenial homeostasis’ of doṣa, dhatuand mala. The function of dhatu is dharaṇa (maintain the structure) of the sharira (body). Among the dhatu, asthidhatu is responsible for maintenance of structural frame work of the body. It gives shape to the body and protects the vital organs. Concept of osteoporosis has explained under 18 types of kṣhaya by Acharya Carakain sutra sthan kiyantahshirasiya adhyaya. Asthikṣhaya pathogenesis can be explained in many ways in Ayurveda. According to the principles of ashrayaashrayibhava, asthidhatu is the seat of vata doṣa and inversely related to each other. Increase of vata is the main factor responsible for asthikṣhaya. Acharya Caraka has opined increase of vata may follow two patterns; one is from margavaraṇa and another is from dhatukṣhaya which can further lead to asthikṣhaya. Osteoporosis or porous bone is a global problem characterized by low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue, leading to bone fragility and an increased risk of fractures of the hip, spine and wrist. Men as well as women are affected by osteoporosis but females are at higher risk. This risk even increases at the time of menopause, which is the period of hormonal imbalance. Treatment available in modern science is mainly symptomatic and not devoid of adverse effects. Ayurveda treatment visualizes the human body as a single unit and this approach has opened many innovative approaches for treatment. On this background present study was taken to analyze the fundamental concept of asthikshaya and to find out single herbs beneficial for it. Drugs from classical texts along with commonly used in practice have been analyzed in context of asthikshaya. Study reveals that drugs like guduchi, ashwagandha, prishnaparni, samanga, vacha etc. possess kaphavatashamak properties which helps in breaking the pathogenesis by clearing and nourishing the srotas (channels). Drugs like madhuyasti, priyangu, vidarikanda, shatavari etc. have vatapittashamak, balya (tonic), brimhan (nourishing) properties works directly on dhatukshaya.
Antipyretic activity of methanolic leaf extract of Canarium strictum Roxb.
Authors:   Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu-641029, India, Venkatachalapathi A , Kaffoor H. Abdul ,   Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu-641029, India, Paulsamy S. ,   Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu-641029, India
Published: February 2022

The present study is aimed to investigate the antipyretic activity of methanolic leaf extract of Canarium strictum in wistar albino mice. Pyrexia was induced in mice by Brewer’s yeast suspension. The animals were divided in to 5 groups, 6 of each as following Group I received normal saline water (control); Group II received standard paracetamol 150 mg/kg; Group III, IV & V received methanolic leaf extract of C. strictum at doses 100, 200 & 300 mg/kg respectively. In all experiments, rats were orally administered. The temperature of all the mice in each group was measured at the start of study, at 18 h after yeast injection and every hourly for 4 h thereafter. The mean temperature was found out for each group and was compared with the control group and standard drug group. The C. strictum leaf extract at doses 200 and 300 mg/kg significantly reduced the body temperature on yeast induced pyrexia and was comparable with standard.
Profiling of bioactive chemical entities in Barleria buxifolia L. using GC-MS analysis – a significant ethno medicinal plant
Authors:   Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu-641029, India, S Tamil Selvi , Jamuna S. ,   Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu-641029, India, Thekan Sangeeth ,   Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu-641029, India, Paulsamy S. ,   Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu-641029, India
Published: February 2022

The present study was designed at to ascertain the plausible bioactive compounds of the aerial methanolic extract of Barleria buxifolia via GC-MS analysis which is used as a noteworthy ethnomedicinal plant for treating various diseases. The peaks perceived in the mass spectra were identified as compounds and were matched with the National Institute of Standards and Technology and Wiley library. Identified compounds were predicted for its activity using PASS software. Interestingly, about 30 compounds were scrutinized with their retention time, molecular formula, molecular weight, peak area (%). Based on structure, activities were predicted. The GC-MS analysis unveiled the different kinds of bioactive compounds such as alkaloids, terpenoids, triterpenoids, esters, aliphatic ketones, β-carotene etc. In bioinformatics approach, using the software, Prediction Activity Spectra for Substances (PASS), pharmacological effects and drug likeness were determined for all the compounds precisely which endorse the traditional usage of B. buxifolia for the treatment of various kinds of diseases such as anti-inflammatory, antiulcer, antihypertensive, antiviral, antiobesity, antidiabetic, caridioprotectant, vasoprotector, spasmolytic, respiratory analeptic, carminative etc. It is inferred that the putative hits obtained from B. buxifolia could potentially serve as a launching pad for a hit-to-lead a novel drug development. Barleria buxifolia, Acanthaceae, GC-MS analysis, PASS prediction, Drug likeness, Activity.
Comparative Phyto-pharmacognostical profile of stem of Ixora coccinea Linn. and Ixora arborea Roxb
Authors:   Ph.D. Scholar, Pharmacognosy Laboratory, Institute for Post Graduate Teaching & Research in Ayurved (IPGT & RA), Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Gujarat- 361008, India, Kanakhara Riddhi D , Harisha C. R. ,   Head, Pharmacognosy Laboratory, Institute for Post Graduate Teaching & Research in Ayurved (IPGT & RA), Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Gujarat- 361008, India, Shukla V. J. ,   Head, Pharmaceutical Chemistry Laboratory, Institute for Post Graduate Teaching & Research in Ayurved (IPGT & RA), Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Gujarat- 361008, India
Published: February 2022

Ayurveda dating back to 1500-800 BC has been an integral part of Indian culture. The term comes from the Sanskrit root Ayu (life) and Veda (knowledge). Ixora is said to be native to Asia and whose name derives from an Indian deity. Till date there is no scientific data is available regarding the phyto-pharmacognostical profile of stem of Ixora arborea Roxb. AndIxora coccinea Linn., hence present study two plants has been selected to evaluate comparative morphological, pharmacognostical and phytochemical profile. The microscopic features of each T.S and each powder were studied under 4X, 10X and 40 X resolutions under microscope and the pictures were taken by camera. Pharmacognostical evaluation of both the plant stem T.S showed that group of stone cell present in Pith region. Powder microscopy showed that Annular & spiral vessels present in I. arborea where is absent in I. coccinea. Water soluble extractive showed 9.44% w/w & 14.86% w/w in I. coccinea and I. arborea respectively. The spectral comparison of stem shows 6 similar Rf values.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): critical review from Ayurveda perspective
Authors:   Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Kayachikitsa, Institute for Post Graduate Teaching & Research in Ayurved (IPGT & RA), Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Gujarat- 361008, India, Varsakiya Jitendra , Goyal Mandip ,   Associate Professor, Department of Kayachikitsa, Institute for Post Graduate Teaching & Research in Ayurved (IPGT & RA), Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Gujarat- 361008, India
Published: February 2022

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema is the fourth leading cause of death and its prevalence has been increasing steadily over the past 20 years. The main reason may be rapid socio-economic development which was resulted in a life style transition from traditional to modern. From Ayurveda point of view, COPD can be termed as, disorder of Pranavaha Srotas, as etiological factors and clinical features described in Ayurvedic classics for Pranavaha Srotodushti are nearly similar with those of COPD and occurs usually in the prolonged conditions of Kasa or Tamaka Shvasa. Risk factor include exposure to air pollution, second-hand smoke and occupational dusts and chemicals, smoking, cold weather etc. which are also mentioned in Ayurvedic classics “Rajasa Dhoomvatabhyam Shitathanambusevanam Rukshanna Vishmashanat”. Identification, reduction, and control of risk factors to prevent the onset of COPD are important steps towards developing strategies for prevention of COPD. References regarding life style modification along with treatment principle & formulations mentioned in Ayurveda like Haritakyadi Modaka, Vyaghri Haritaki Avleha, Pipalyadi Gutika, Agatsya Haritaki Leha etc. can be adopted for the prevention and management of COPD.
In vitro antioxidant activity and polyphenol estimation of methanolic fruit extract of Carissa spinarum L.
Authors:   PG and Research Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu- 641029, India, Venkatachalapathi A , H Abdul Kaffoor ,   PG and Research Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu- 641029, India, Paulsamy S ,   PG and Research Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu- 641029, India
Published: February 2022

Antioxidant property of methanolic fruit extract of the medicinal tree species, Carissa spinarum was evaluated by studying the contents of total phenolics, tannins and flavonoids, free radical scavenging activity using 1,1-diphenyl-2- picryl hydrozyl (DPPH), hydroxyl radical scavenging activity, reducing power activity, ABTS•+ assay and metal chelating activity. The results of the study revealed that both the parts studied were found to have potent antioxidant activity against DPPH, hydroxyl and ABTS•+ radicals with the IC50 value of 88.98 for methanolic fruit extract for DPPH radicals and 849.70 for hydroxyl radicals. Therefore methanolic fruit extract of C. spinarum can be considered as a new potential source of natural antioxidants for pharmaceutical industries.
Sensitivity of Candida albicans to aqueous and alcohol extracts of four medicinal plants
Authors:   University of Gezira, Faculty of Science, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular biology, P.o Box 20, Wad Medani, Sudan, Ali Mai Abdalla , Alhag Ahmed Faroug Mohammed ,   University of Gezira, Center of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, P.o Box 20, Wad Medani, Sudan, Abdel-Rahim Awad Mohamed ,   University of Gezira, Center of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, P.o Box 20, Wad Medani, Sudan
Published: February 2022

Candida albicansadimorphic fungus that exists as a commensal of warm-blooded animals including humans. Candida albicans infection raises a number of challenges including resistance of Candida albicans to the commonly used antifungaland the higher cost of the antifungal agents.The aim of this study is to test the fungus Candida albicans sensitivity to some medicinal plants namely, Solenostemma argel (Hargel), Matricaria chamomilla (Chamomile), Origanum majorana (Marzanjosh) and Guiera senegalensis (Gebbish). The pure culture of the fungus was obtained from the Medical laboratory - University of Gezira, Sudan. The plants were obtained from Wad Medani herbal local market. Both aqueous and alcoholic extracts were prepared from the four herbs (20%, 35% and 75%) concentrations and (2%,3%,4%,5%,6% and 10%). The sensitivity was tested, using the disc diffusion test that measures the inhibition zones produced by the different herbs at the different concentrations and extraction methods used against the C.albicans. The anticandidal activity ofthe aqueous extract of the different herbs did not detect, regardless of the concentration used, while the alcoholic extracts showed remarkable anticandidal activity and the herbal plant Guiera senegalensis gave thehighest inhibition (14.3mm) at the highest concentration (10%), followed by Matricaria chamomilla with an average inhibition zone of 14 mm andSolenostemmaargelwith average inhibition zone of 13 mm and Origanum majorana with average inhibition zone of 12.6 mm. Significant differences were found between the four herbs at the different concentrations (P value = 0.002).Moreover, increasing the concentration was found to improve the antifungal activity of the herbs and gave better fungal inhibition.Further studies are recommended to investigate the role of the different extraction solvents on the efficiency of the herbs.
Approach to standardization of oil temperature in Kati Basti –A pilot study
Authors:   Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Panchakarma, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan-302002, India, Bhusal Nirmal , Mangal Gopesh ,   Assistant Professor and Head(I/C), Department of Panchakarma, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan302002, India, Bhattarai Amrita ,   M.D. Scholar, Department of Panchakarma, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan-302002, India, Hivale Ujjwala S ,   Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Panchakarma, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan-302002, India
Published: February 2022

Kati Basti is a procedure done in Panchkarma Ayurveda Clinics, hospitals in which comfortably warm medicated oil is kept over the lumbosacral area for a certain period of time with the help of a specially formed frame ring prepared from black gram dough. Kati Basti is highly effective in the management of pain but difficulty in positioning and chances of burn due to warm oil used is a big drawback in performing the procedure. The temperature in Kati Basti pool is tried to be kept uniform throughout the procedure by replacing the oil by warm oil. In case of Kati Basti the temperature of oil used should be Sukhoshna (comfortable to the patient) which a subjective perception of heat. There is a need to standardize the optimum temperature of the oil pooled in Kati Basti so that it would be very easy for the therapist to avoid the burn to himself and to the patient. This study was performed with the aim to standardize the comfortable tolerable temperature of Kati Basti. Data of 50 patients undergoing minimum of 7 days of Kati Basti between the ages 20 to 75 years were selected irrespective of sex, disease, duration and referring consultants. Average maximum variation during the procedure was found to be of 3 degree Celsius. The study found the average temperature of 43 degree may be favorable for Kati Basti and gives valuable information about possible temperature variations.
Indian Ayurveda vis-a-vis Global Herbal Research
Authors:   Founder, Technology-Patent.Com & CEO, Merit India Consultants Pvt Ltd., New Delhi, India, Prasad Rajendra
Published: February 2022

Ayurvedic practice and medicine have been on the upswing since early fifties in India often going parallel with allopathic treatment and healthcare due to promotional policies of the Government. There also is the significant popularity of Ayurveda and other herbal medicine outside India as alternative medicine. This study attempts to review the growth of Ayurveda in India and abroad in its historical perspective and seeks to carry out a comparative assessment of the thrust and priorities of various countries through their patent data on herbal research. It also reviews recent spurt in the globalisation of Ayurveda in different dimensions and growing interest of international institutions in its adoption and integration with mainstream medical practice and education. Finally taking an overview of related patent data and global research efforts on plant-based therapeutics, some vital recommendations are made that can lead India to emerge as an innovation hub for most potent drugs based on its ancient heritage and knowledgebase. A massive multiinstitutional research effort with a significant amount of collaboration with other countries is recommended to stay ahead in global competition in this field.
Evaluation of medicinal plants in North-East region relating to maternal and child health care
Authors:   M.D. Scholar, Sharir Rachana Department. Govt. Ayurvedic College, Guwahati-14, Assam, India., Boro Mitali , Sarma Tikendrajit ,   Associate professor, Sharir Rachana Department. Govt. Ayurvedic College, Guwahati-14, Assam, India., Baishya Pranabjyoti ,   Professor& HOD, Sharir Rachana Department. Govt. Ayurvedic College, Guwahati-14, Assam, India.
Published: February 2022

Maternal and child health care services are composed of specific segment in national health. Many medicinal plants mentioned in Ayurveda for maternal and child health are available in North-East region. In classics these medicinal plants are discussed in various groups like Garbhasthapak, Prajasthapan, Stanyajanan, Stanyasodhan, drugs are also available in the form of monthly regimen during pregnancy, during delivery, certain maternal disorders during pregnancy and after delivery. In context of child health care, foetal abnormality, neonatal care and in specific neonatal disorders drugs are also highlighted. Sushruta, hypothesized these drugs under Prithakparynadi, Pippalyadi gana. Study related to Shatavari reveals growth of mammary glands, alveolar tissue and acini in pregnant rat. Methanolic extract of Bala also exhibit fungal activity. The present study highlights all these drugs and reviewed the in-vitro and in-vivo application carried out previously. Data obtained thus emphasised these herbs propagation in National Health Mission for increasing Maternal and Child health care.
Significance of Parad in Rasashastra- A review
Authors:   Department of Pharmacognosy, Goa College of Pharmacy, Panaji, Goa-403001, India, J Mythili Krishna , Gaude Richa ,   Department of Pharmacognosy, Goa College of Pharmacy, Panaji, Goa-403001, India, Yeriswamy H ,   Gomantak Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya & Research Centre, Shiroda, Goa-403103, India, Sudhindra A.N. ,   Gomantak Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya & Research Centre, Shiroda, Goa-403103, India, Yernal Reshma ,   Gomantak Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya & Research Centre, Shiroda, Goa-403103, India, Bondre Mithun ,   Gomantak Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya & Research Centre, Shiroda, Goa-403103, India, Samant Aditya A. ,   Gomantak Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya & Research Centre, Shiroda, Goa-403103, India, Joshi Arun B. ,   Department of Pharmacognosy, Goa College of Pharmacy, Panaji, Goa-403001, India, Gurav Shailendra ,   Department of Pharmacognosy, Goa College of Pharmacy, Panaji, Goa-403001, India, Bhandarkar Anant V. ,   Department of Pharmacognosy, Goa College of Pharmacy, Panaji, Goa-403001, India
Published: February 2022

Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine with historical roots in the Indian subcontinent.In Ayurveda, materials from natural sources are being used for the preparation of Ayurvedic formulation. This includes plants, minerals/metals and animals. Rasashastra is a branch of Ayurvedic medicine which deals with formulations containing minerals/metals and significantly Parad. From the fact that the name of this branch has been given after Parad (Rasa in Rasashastra) indicates the emphasis laid by the then health care professionals on the use of Mercury or Rasa or Parad in the use of therapeutics.According to Ayurvedic Formulary of India, mercury and lead are reported to be the widely used heavy metals. But nowadays, modern scientists are concerned with the use of heavy metals in Ayurvedic preparation. According to Ayurveda, before these metals are used for the treatment, purification process should be carried out so that the possibility of adverse effects gets eliminated.In this review article, we are dealing with the Ayurvedic methods used in purification of Parad (Mercury) and the evaluation parameters used.
Evaluation of potential effects of the aqueous extract of fenugreek seeds on fertility in male rats
Authors:   PhD Student, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Research Unit Associate CNRST - URAC 34, Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II-Casablanca University, Casablanca, Morocco, Hind Brogi , Zineb Moumen ,   PhD Student, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Research Unit Associate CNRST - URAC 34, Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II-Casablanca University, Casablanca, Morocco, Elbachir Hajji ,   PhD Student, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Research Unit Associate CNRST - URAC 34, Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II-Casablanca University, Casablanca, Morocco, Najat EL Amrani ,   Professor, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Research Unit Associate CNRST - URAC 34, Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II-Casablanca University, Casablanca, Morocco, Siham Amsaguine ,   Professor, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Research Unit Associate CNRST - URAC 34, Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II-Casablanca University, Casablanca, Morocco, Driss Radallah ,   Professor, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Research Unit Associate CNRST - URAC 34, Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II-Casablanca University, Casablanca, Morocco
Published: February 2022

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) has long been used as a medicinal plant for the treatment of nutritional and metabolic dysfunctions. It has been shown that the daily intake of fenugreek seeds improves feeding behavior in animals. A number of studies have also suggested a link between Fenugreek seeds extracts and fertility but have yielded contradictory results. In this paper, particular attention has been paid to the impact of consumption of the aqueous extract of fenugreek seeds, prepared according to the traditional Moroccan method, on the spermatic parameters and the pathophysiology of the reproductive system of Wistar rats receiving 450 and 900 mg / kg /day, respectively. Our study results show the benefits of fenugreekseeds aqueous extract, used in the traditional Moroccan pharmacopoeia on appetite stimulation and weight gain without any significant impact on the fertility and the reproductive performances. Both quantitative and qualitative analysis of sperm parameters (morphology, mobility and vitality) showed no significant variation compared to the controls. In addition, histological examination of seminiferous tubules and reproductive accessory glands (prostate and seminal vesicles) in fenugreek treated rats showeda normal tissue architecture without visible lesion. These data exclude all potential risks from the consumption of aqueous extract of fenugreek seeds on the fertility and reproductive function in male rats. However, taking into account other data from the literature, this regular consumption should be closely monitored in order to allow the organism to fully benefit from a multiple phytotherapeutic virtues of this plant.
Holistic Endodontics
Authors:   Reader, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics,SreeBalaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India, Anuradha B , Mensudar R ,   Professor, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, SreeBalaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India, Mitthra S ,   Reader, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics,SreeBalaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India, Ganesh Amruth ,   BDS Student, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, SreeBalaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India, Simon Anita ,   BDS Student, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, SreeBalaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
Published: February 2022

Herbal extracts have gained attention in dental field for various therapeutic measures such as tooth cleanser or antimicrobial plaque agent. Use of the herbal medicines continues to expand rapidly across the world and slowly people started using herbal products or herbal medicines for their health care settings. These herbal extracts have prompted the dentists too to use for reducing inflammation, as antiseptics, antioxidants, antimicrobials, as microbial plaque agents in gingivitis and periodontitis, thereby improving immunity, for preventing release of histamine, antifungals, antibacterials, antivirals and analgesics. This articles highlights the various herbs that are used in the field on dentistry.
Patient Trying to Tell Something Else: Severe Stress During COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Abdullah Fa'iza , Mohd Razib Mohd Zhafri , Mat Nor Mohd Basri
Published: February 2022

Identifying mental health illness poses a dilemma, particularly the distinction between heart disease and severe stress. Without early intervention, it can be escalating into psychiatric disorder and suicide. A 44-year-old man sought cardiologist consultation for the "heart disease" symptoms.  As a medical laboratory technician in charge, his commitments and extensive responsibility during the COVID-19 pandemic add to his hypertension and dyslipidaemia comorbidities. Despite non-significant investigations related to heart disease, he returned with the same intense unresolved symptoms. His Depression Anxiety Stress Scales 21-item assessment revealed severe stress. Stress management counselling includes detecting the underlying stress impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, behavioural changes, and stress coping skills was done in 4 sessions. The 1st one-hour session was to instil positive thinking and behavioural changes of the severe underlying stress and to counsel the stress coping skills. Stress coping skill includes relaxation techniques (Deep Breathing Technique and Progressive Relaxation Method) and spiritual empowerment (Islamic Integrated Meditation). The next three counselling sessions of thirty minutes duration to heighten the stress management counselling (positive thinking, stress coping skills, spiritual empowerment) as well as to review his wellbeing and physical diseases control were done at two-week interval. At twelve-week follow-up, reassessment of stress level showed significant improvement with no similar symptoms. This case highlights the clinical complexity and diagnostic challenges in detecting mental health illness. Diagnostic acronym PROMPT with the 'PT' refers to 'Patient Trying to Tell Something Else' demonstrated; without a high index of suspicion, mental health ailment may be overlooked. This case also underlined the integration of behavioural changes, stress coping skills, and spiritual empowerment in stress management counselling.
Evolution and formation of Martian aoli landscape
Authors: Kyryliuk Serhii
Published: February 2022

The entire surface of Mars is characterized by aeolian activity with typical elements on its surface. The conditions of formation and evolution of the Martian aeolian landscapes are considered. Using the MGD3 base, a hypsometric map of the Hellas Planitia region with longitudinal dunes at a scale of 1: 100,000 was created. It is important that the study of aeolian landforms on Mars makes it possible to better understand the Martian climate and the global circulation of its atmosphere.
Analisis Pengaruh Polutan NaCl Pada Isolator Keramik Tipe Post Pin
Authors: BASO NUR FADLIAH
Published: February 2022

Penelitian yang tertuang dalam makalah ini merupakan hasil dari serangkaian pengujian isolator tipe Post Pin yang diberikan larutan polutan NaCl (garam). Pengujian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui sejauh mana pengaruh konsentrasi Equivalent Salt Deposit Density ( ESDD ) yang terkandung dalam larutan polutan NaCl (garam) terhadap flashover  dan sudut kontak permukaan pada isolator Post Pin. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dilakukan dengan menyemprotkan larutan NaCl dengan konsentrasi sebanyak 10 gr, 20 gr, 30 gr, 40 gr, dan 50 gr untuk setiap isolator. Pada setiap konsentrasi NaCl, penyemprotan diberikan sebanyak 6 kali dengan selang waktu ± 15 menit. Setelah dilapisi polutan, isolator didiamkan selama 24 jam dan kemudian diuji untuk mendapatkan nilai tegangan flashover. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa semakin tinggi konsentrasi ESDD maka tegangan flashover yang terjadi pada isolator semakin menurun. Dan semakin besar konsentrasi ESDD maka nilai sudut kontak pada permukaan isolator keramik tipe Post Pin semakin kecil.
Pengolahan Citra Untuk Simulasi Deteksi Kantuk Dengan Metode Cascade Classifier dan Black-White Ratio
Authors: Parenreng Mardawia Mabe , Ahyar Muh. , Nas Mardhiyah , Hamzidah Nurul Khaerani
Published: February 2022

Pengolahan gambar atau dengan istilah lain yaitu pengolahan citra telah banyak dimanfaatkan diberbagai bidang antara lain bidang Kesehatan, bidang pertanian,,dan juga untuk keselamatan hidup manusia salah satunya adalah deteksi kantuk. Deteksi kantuk ini dapat dimanfaatkan untuk pengendara kendaraan bermotor. Dalam mendeteksii seseorang mengantuk dilakukan dengan mengambil sampel citra mata berkedip per satu menit dengan memperhatikan kondisi lingkungan sekitar, factor intensitas cahaya, kualitas kamera dan ukuran proporsional. Simulasi deteksi kantuk menggunakan metode cascade classifier dan Black-White ratio. Dengan tahapan pengambilan sample citra menggunakan webcam secara real time, pembuatan simulasi program dan dilakukan pengecekan indicator keberhasilan simulasi. Diperoleh hasil kondisi mengantuk dengan jumlah kedipan sebanyak 27 kali dan tidak mengatuk dengan jumlah kedipan 7 kali dengan waktu selama 60 detik
Digital Twin Application in Teaching Students Majoring in Metallurgical Engineering
Authors: Baranov V. N. , Bezrukikh A. I. , Konstantinov I. L. , Rudnitsky E. A. , Solopeko N. S. , Baykovskiy Yu. V.
Published: February 2022

The article addresses the crucial issues of training engineering personnel with the use of digital twins. In particular, application of digital twins is highly relevant when it comes to training of metallurgical engineering students. At present, teaching of students majoring in metallurgy involving the use of casting aluminum alloys physical models has a number of restrictions such as a high cost of expandable material, safety regulations, the need to provide special access. In this context, the purpose of this article is to identify the advantages and disadvantages of the digital twin of mo dern technology for casting aluminum alloys for application in the educational process. The digital twin created at the Siberian Federal University is a digital analogue of modern industrial complexes used at metallurgical enterprises. The methodological support and a script provided testing of the digital twin on the master’s students studying in the educational program 22.04.02.07 “Theory and technology of foundry production of non-ferrous metals and alloys”, direction of training 22.04.02 Metallurgy. The educational functionality of the model consists in passing the scenarios in the training and examination modes, which enables to test theoretical knowledge, gain skills and consolidate the skills of students. The training mode includes the necessary sequence of actions for passing one of the scenarios. The exam mode monitors user’s actions with saving his history, on the basis of which a report with the final grade is formed. It is planned that as a result of using the digital twin of the semicontinuous casting of aluminum alloys in the educational process, graduates will develop general professional, professional mandatory and professional competencies.
Student and Research and Teaching Staff Engagement as an Indicator of Corporate Culture Assessment and a Tool for University’s Personnel Reserve Formation
Authors: Kolychev V. D. , Budanov N. A.
Published: February 2022

The article analyzes the results of measuring the parameters of the engagement of students and research and teaching staff of the university. Based on the experience of the leading consulting companies, MEPhI has developed a technology for assessing the engagement parameters used to measure the level of emotional state of personnel. A special feature of the developed methods for assessing the engagement parameters is the possibility of practical application of the results of analytical research for subsequent management decision-making, as well as the use of the proposed approach by the organizations of higher education. The assessment of the parameters of engagement is focused on solving the problems of increasing the competitiveness of the university by improving the key areas affecting the development of corporate culture: performance management, the possibility of personnel professional development and career growth, the creation of adaptive mechanisms of remuneration and recognition, the development of effective communication methods, improvement of decision-making in the field of infrastructure support, the development of a personnel reserve and mechanisms for adaptation and attraction of young employees. The developed methods for assessing the parameters of engagement incorporate the best practices of domestic and foreign high-tech companies, including the experience of Rosatom State Corporation. The results of the engagement parameters assessment are considered as tools for carrying out work to raise the University performance due to improving the University corporate culture and forming high-potential personnel reserve.
Project Assignments Assessment in the Content-Integrated Language Course: Stages, Forms, and Online Tools
Authors: Titova S. V.
Published: February 2022

Today, according to various educational documents, a university teacher must be able to control the learning process not only in order to compare the level achieved by students with a certain minimum of requirements laid down in the curriculum on the basis of competent and transparent assessment criteria and to record changes in the general level of preparedness of each student and the dynamics of his successes, but for the diagnosis of problems that arise among students in the learning process (formative assessment); for the development of reflection skills; skills of self-assessment and peer-assessment by students of their achievements. Unfortunately, at the current stage, peer-assessment, reflection and self-assessment are a weak point in the educational process, since usually the student does not participate in control and assessment, he is not involved in the process of developing or choosing assessment criteria, in peer and self-assessment, in reflective activity after completing the project assignment or taking a course. The article examines control and feedback as important components of the methodological system: the stages of control, assessment methods, control and reflection tools. The purpose of this article is to develop the approaches for assessing professionally oriented projects within the framework of a content-integrated language course (CLIL). The article analyzes the didactic potential of feedback during project activities and the conditions for providing effective feedback. The stages of web projects’ assessment, the pre requisites for the successful implementation of the activity in blended learning are described as well as online tools and mobile applications that allow to ensure effective feedback, reflection and assessment in a content-integrated language course.
Peningkatan Pemahaman Budaya Kerja Masyarakat Jepang bagi Siswa SMK Yadika 13 Bekasi
Authors: Najmudin Onin , Zulaeha Elli Rahmawati , Sunarni Ani , Puspahaty Novita , Rahmalia Shabrina
Published: February 2022

Kemampuan memahami budaya merupakan modal berharga agar dapat berinteraksi dan beradaptasi dengan komunitas masyarakat tersebut. Kegiatan berupa pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pemahaman tentang budaya kerja masyarakat Jepang kepada siswa/I SMK Yadika 13 Kabupaten Bekasi. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh siswa/I dari empat jurusan yang berbeda, di antaranya: (1) Jurusan Teknik Komputer Jaringan (TKJ), Jurusan Teknik Kendaraan Ringan Otomatis (TKRO), Jurusan Otomatisasi Tata Kelola Perkantoran (OTKP), dan Jurusan Akuntansi Keuangan Lembaga (AKL). Metode yang digunakan antara lain: (1) materi tentang budaya kerja di perusahaan Jepang, (2) serba serbi Jepang, dan (3) kesempatan bekerja di Jepang. Hasil dari kegiatan ini tampak pada munculnya antusiasme siswa SMK Yadika 13 untuk bekerja di perusahaan Jepang yang ada di Indonesia maupun bekerja di Jepang. Selain itu, kegiatan ini juga berdampak pada munculnya minat siswa untuk melanjutkan pendidikan ke perguruan tinggi yang berhubungan dengan Jepang.
PENINGKATAN KETERAMPILAN KOMUNIKASI DALAM BAHASA INGGRIS DI YAYASAN AL – HANIF PAMULANG TANGERANG SELATAN
Authors: Ariska Ariska , Sugimat Asep , Hamdani Hasanuddin , Siti Apriyanti Mia , Utami Reza , Rahmayani Sukma , Shavira Trianda Tasya , Saputri Welly
Published: February 2022

ABSTRACT In this era of globalization, English is a language that is important for everyone when doing or learning something. By knowing and mastering English, it will increase your value, especially when if you decide to continue further with education and looking for a job. Mastering English also increases the chances of getting a good job in a international company in your country or getting a job abroad. Keywords: english, communication, skills.   ABSTRAKDi Era Globalisasi ini, Bahasa Inggris adalah bahasa yang menjadi suatu hal yang penting bagi semua orang dalam melakukan ataupun mempelajari sesuatu. Dengan mengetahui dan menguasai bahasa Inggris, akan meningkatkan nilai dalam diri anda terutama saat melanjutkan pendidikan dan mencari pekerjaan. Menguasai Bahasa Inggris juga meningkatkan kesempatan untuk mendapatkan pekerjaan yang baik di perusahaan internasional di Negara Anda atau mendapat pekerjaan di luar negeri. Kata Kunci: Bahasa Inggris, Meningkatkan, Pendidikan
PENGOLAHAN LIMBAH PERTANIAN JERAMI DALAM PEMBUATAN KOMPOS
Authors: Noer Ikhsan Al Rozzak , Ramadhan Alfian , Yulianti Triana , Marta Dinata Yuliana , Zulziar Marjuki
Published: February 2022

ABSTRAK                                                    Dilakukan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat sebagai salah satu langkah dilakukan dalam mengolah limbah jerami menjadi pupuk Kompos yang dibuat oleh tim Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat sisa-sisa jerami milik anggota Kelompok Tani  yang rencananya akan dibakar. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh Kelompok Tani Barokah dan didampingi oleh staf Balai Penyuluhan Pertanian Desa Pagedangan Udik, Kecamatan Kronjo. Kegiatan ini bertujujan untuk peningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan masyarakat dalam mengolah limbah jerami menjadi pupuk kompos. disimpulkan bahwa dari keseluruhan peserta yang memberikan tanggapan ada sekitar 60% sudah cukup memahami materi yang disampaikan, Pada instrument kuesioner kedua, ada sekitar 10% yang cukup setuju 10% setuju dan 80% sangat setuju. Dengan penyuluhan 5 ton/ha mampu menurunkan penggunaan pupuk anorganik KCl sebanyak 50% dari jumlah kebutuhan pupuk tanpa penggunaan bahan organik. Hal ini memberikan hal baru untuk petani, Keberlanjutan program dapat berjalan ketika tingkat kesadaran masyarakat tani tinggi, serta didukung dan difasilitasi oleh Balai Penyuluhan Pertanian Desa Pagedangan Udik, Kecamatan Kronjo. Kata kunci: Kompos, Petani, Pupuk Organik, Padi  ABSTRACT Community Service is carried out as one of the steps taken in processing straw waste into compost made by the Community Service team. This activity was attended by the Barokah Farmers Group and accompanied by staff from the Agricultural Extension Center in Pagedangan Udik Village, Kronjo District. This activity aims to increase the knowledge and skills of the community in processing straw waste into compost. it was concluded that of the overall participants who gave responses there were around 60% that they understood the material presented enough. In the second questionnaire instrument, there were about 10% who quite agreed, 10% agreed and 80% strongly agreed. The extension of 5 tons/ha was able to reduce the use of inorganic KCl fertilizer by 50% of the total fertilizer requirement without the use of organic matter. This provides new things for farmers. The sustainability of the program can run when the level of awareness of the farming community is high, and is supported and facilitated by the Agricultural Extension Center in Pagedangan Udik Village, Kronjo District. Keywords: Compost, Farmers, Organic Fertilizer, Rice
Rasio Likuiditas, Solvabilitas, dan Profitabilitas Perusahaan Konstruksi Bangunan Di BEI
Authors: Agusman Rama , Nugroho Edi Suswardji
Published: February 2022

Investor harus dapat menganalisis kinerja sebuah perusahaan untuk menghindari atau menekan angka kerugian yang bisa saja terjadi dalam berinvestasi. Untuk menganalisis kinerja perusahaan dapat dilihat dari rasio keuangan perusahaan. Penitian ini bertujuan untuk memprediksi harga saham berdasarkan kinerja keuangan perusahaan dengan melihat pengaruh rasio likuiditas, rasio solvabilitas, dan rasio profitabilitas pada perusahaan sub sektor konstruksi bangunan yang terdaftar di bursa efek indonesia periode 2015-2019. Beberapa indikator yang digunakan yaitu rasio likuiditas yang diproksikan current ratio, rasio solvabilitas yang diproksikan debt equity ratio, dan rasio profitabilitas yang diproksikan net profit margin. Populasi pada penelitian ini adalah perusahan sub sektor Konstruksi Bangunan yang terdaftar di BEI. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan Teknik purposive sampling dan diperoleh 8 perusahaan sebagai sampel penelitian. Periode pengamatan adalah 5 tahun yaitu tahun 2015-2019 sehingga menggunakan 40 laporan keuangan perusahan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode uji asumsi klasik, analisis linier berganda dan hipotesis. Berdasarkan hasil regresi diketahui secara simultan CR, DER dan NPM berpengaruh terhadap Harga Saham perusahan sub sektor konstruksi bangunan yang terdaftar di BEI periode 2015-2019. Secara parsial CR tidak berpengaruh terhadap harga saham, DER berpengaruh terhadap harga saham, dan NPM tidak berpengaruh terhadap harga saham perusahaan sub sektor konstruksi bangunan yang terdaftar di BEI periode 2015-2019.