Issue · 2017
Vol. 32, Iss. 2, pp. 159-307
19 articles · pp. 159-307 · All issues →
Research ArticleThe comparison of the Felidae species with karyotype symmetry/asymmetry index (S/AI)
Halil Erhan EroÄŸlu
The S/AI is a new formula for the measurement of the karyotype symmetry/asymmetry index. Especially in higher animals and humans, it is important to know the values of the karyotype symmetry/asymmetry, so that species, genera, families and orders can be…
26 Dec 2018- Research Article
Optimization of medium and substrate for CMCase production by Bacillus subtilis-BS06 in submerged fermentation and its applications in saccharification
Mohsin Arshad, Muhammad Irfan, Asad-Ur-Rehman, Muhammad Nadeem, Zile Huma, Hafiz Abdullah Shakir et al.
In the present study a strain of Bacillus subtilis-BS06 was cultivated in submerged fermentation using agricultural wastes as substrates for carboxymethyl cellulase (CMCase) production under static and with agitation speed of 140 rpm. The whole fermentat…
26 Dec 2018 - Review
A review of fisheries education in University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
Zafar Iqbal
In Pakistan, out of 291 institutions, Punjab University is ranked number one. This is the oldest multi-disciplinary university which was established in 1882. During last six years (2010-2015) 3187 research papers were published in journals with impact fa…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Toxicological effects of Haloxylon recurvum Bunge ex Boiss (Khar Boti) whole plant extract and novel insecticide chlorantraniliprole against maize weevil, Sitophilus zeamais Motschulsky
Zubair Ahmed#, Muhammad Farhanullah Khan, Habiballah Rana
A great variety of stored grain pests attack stored commodities at storage facilities. Among these, maize weevil, Sitophilus zeamais is one of the most threatening pests. Botanical insecticides derived from plants have increased popularity in stored prod…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Embryotoxic effects of sodium arsenate in Mus musculus
Madeeha Arshad, Asmatullah, Chaman Ara
Arsenic level is rising day by day in various parts of the world including Pakistan as a result of zinc and copper smelting and pesticide usage. Inorganic arsenic (sodium arsenate) other than general lethality additionally can be a teratogenic agent. Pre…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Notes on three morphs of Bulaea lichatschovii (Hummel) (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) from Northern Pakistan
Zafar Iqbal, Muhammad Farooq Nasir, Imran Bodlah, Rahmatullah Qureshi, Ayesha Aihetasham
Bulaea lichatschovii (Hummel) is a phytophagous as well as pollinivorous species on many plants. In this study, three morphs of B. lichatschovii are reported during 2015-2017 from different localities of Northern Pakistan (Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Effects of cigarette smoking on serum proteins profile in male active and passive smokers
Nabila Roohi, Mehjabeen, Samina Ashraf
The present study deals with the analysis of serum total proteins and fractions (albumin, total globulins, gamma globulins and non-gamma globulins) of active and passive smokers. Blood samples of 180 cigarette smokers were collected from different locati…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
First record of the oriental species, Saltella setigera Brunetti, 1909 (Diptera: Sepsidae) from Pakistan
Muhammad Asghar Hassan, Imran Bodlah, Ayesha Aihetasham
The Oriental species of the genus Saltella Robineau-Desvoidy, 1830, Saltella setigera Brunetti, 1909 is recorded for the first time from Pakistan. The additional morphological and genital characters of S. setigera along with its photographs, distribution…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Bioaccumulation of manufactured titanium dioxide
Khurram Shahzad, Muhammad Naeem Khan, Farhat Jabeen, Nasreen Kosour, Muhammad Sohail, Muhammad Khalil Ahmad Khan et al.
The use of various nanoparticles in industry and domestic practices enviably end into the aquatic environment. Nanoparticles have the potential accumulative and toxic influence in the water environments. There is a need to exploremore likely accumulation…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Efficacy of malathion and carbosulfan against crop invadedaphid types Aphis craccivora (Koch) and Aphis gossypii (glover) on bean and brinjal plants
Muhammad Khalil Ahmad Khan, Muhammad Zafar, Munazza Perveen, Munir Ahmad, Asia Iqbal, Asmatullah
In this study, indirect application of two important insecticides viz., malathion and carbosulfan against two important crop infesting aphid species Aphis gossypii (Glover) and Aphis craccivora (Koch) were reared on brinjal and bean plants respectively.…
26 Dec 2018 - Review
An overview of pre-treatment methods used for bioconversion of lignocellulosic biomasses into valuable products
Raazia Kiran, Alya Riaz, Muhammad Irfan, Hafiz Abdullah Shakir
Lignocellulose for biofuels production is considered as chief renewable biomass source. Ethanol produced from lignocellulosic biomass is extensively recognized as an additive or as a substitute to fossil fuel due to its trivial influence on the environment. Se…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Socio-psychological factors related to tuberculosis diagnostic test seeking behavior in Pakistan
Sobia Faisal, Qurat-ul-Ain Ahmad, Maleeha Manzoor, Madiha Manzoor, Faisal Rifaq
Although, social and psychological factors have scientifically well documented role in determining the health seeking behavior of tuberculosis (TB) patients globally, however, the need to understand why these factors affect the health seeking behavior of…
26 Dec 2018 - Review
Review report on mammalian dental defect (enamel hypoplasia) in different groups of mammals
Abdul Majid Khan
Enamel hypoplasia is a mammalian tooth malady characterized by reduction in the thickness of its enamel. Enamel hypoplasia is an environmental and physiological stress indicator for the insults an animal has faced during its growth and development. It al…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Effect of fish oil on growth performance and immune response in experimentally infected broiler chicken with avian influenza virus H9N2
Ihsan Ali1#, Asim Aslam, Habib-ur-Rehman, Beenish Zahid, Ishtiaq Ahmed
Avian influenza (AI) is an important infectious disease of poultry which cause immune suppression and immune organs damage in broilers. Supplementations of fish oil (FO) enhance the immune status and subside inflammation. This study was design to observe…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Residual effect of lambda-cyhalothrin on abundance of insect pollinators in marigold field patch
Hafiz Muhammad Tahir, Zafar Iqbal Khan, Saira Batool, Kafeel Ahmad, Salma Begum
In the present residual effects of lambda-cyhalothrin on the abundance of insect pollinators was recorded under field and a semi- field conditions. Recommended dose of lambda-cyhalothrin (0.093gm/ml) was used. The number of different pollinators that vis…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Public attitude towards amphibian and reptiles in district Kasur, Punjab, Pakistan
Waqas Ali, Arshad Javid, Ali Hussain, Syed Mohsin Bukhari
Present survey extending from October, 2015 through March, 2016 was planned to document public perceptions towards amphibians and reptiles in district Kasur, Pakistan. A total of 200 respondents, 50 from each tehsil were interviewed from all the four teh…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Antimicrobial efficacy of combination of lincomycin and spiramycin (Lispiracinâ„¢) as systemic dry cow therapy for controlling bovine mastitis
Hafiz Muhammad Umer Qaisar, Tanveer Ahmad, Muhammad Rizwan, Muhammad Saqib
To determine the efficacy of combination of lincomycin and spiramycin (Lispiracin™) for controlling bovine mastitis through systemic dry period therapy, present study was designed. A total of 20 dry pregnant cows were selected randomly at the end o…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Assessment of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in maternal blood serum from selected districts of Punjab, Pakistan
Anber Naqvi1*#, Abdul Qadir, Adeel Mahmood, Mehvish Mumtaz, Iqra Aslam, Gan Zhang
The current study was conducted to screen the PCB residues in blood serum of mothers residing in five districts of Punjab Province, Pakistan. The mean concentration of Σ34 PCB congeners was recorded 232.3 ng/g l.w. PCB homologs profile showed highe…
26 Dec 2018 - Research Article
Twitching, swimming, swarming in biofilm forming strains in response to chemical and physical factors
Siddra Tayyab Akhtar, Anjum Nasim Sabri
Motility is a dynamic and remarkable element of bacterial physiology and determines the ability of bacteria to form biofilms. There is a need to control bacterial motility. Present study determined swimming, swarming, and twitching motilities in response…
26 Dec 2018