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Advancement in Plant Tissue Culture-Based Research for Sustainable Exploitation of Well-Known Medicinal Herb Bacopa Monnieri Vinod, Abhijith; Sharma, Shivika; Sharma, Vikas
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity and Biotechnology Vol 8, No 3 (2023): December
Publisher : Universitas Gadjah Mada

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/jtbb.74937

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The current review focuses on the plant Bacopa monnieri, one of prominent medical herbs in Indian ayurvedic system. The plant is well known for its cognitive and memory enhancing capabilities. The plant contains many useful alkaloids and secondary metabolites. Studies have shown that it has various promising pharmacological properties which have the potential to treat many illnesses and disorders such as asthma, bronchitis, rheumatism also in for renal disease, water retention, blood cleaning etc. This leads to the over exploitation of the plant which puts a stress on the naturally available stock of the plant, therefore, it becomes a necessity to find optimum methods for mass production of the plant and its important secondary metabolites. This review attempts to compile and to discuss the advancements in methods and techniques including type of culture vessels, plant growth regulators (PGRs), effect of stress, plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPRs) interactions; for in vitro propagation of Bacopa monnieri and the enhanced production of its important bioactive (bacoside) for its sustainable exploitation. 
Extremophilic Cellulases: A Comprehensive Review Mohanta, Subham; Bahuguna, Megha; Baley, John David; Sharma, Shivika; Sharma, Vikas
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity and Biotechnology Vol 8, No 3 (2023): December
Publisher : Universitas Gadjah Mada

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/jtbb.74986

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Microbial cellulases are an important industrial enzyme having diverse applications in biotechnology, environmental challenges, industrial products and processes. Extremophiles like thermophillic bacteria are a good source of industrially important cellulases as these can withstand industrially rigorous procedures like paper deinking, fabric material softening, bio stoning, paper and pulp, biopolishing cloth material, animal feed and juice. Identification of novel cellulases or improving them through biotechnological interventions has remained a challenge for researchers. Genetic manipulation of thermophilic bacteria for increased cellulase production or synthetic biology approaches for cellulase gene/gene cluster extraction from thermophilic bacteria and expression in appropriate hosts for improved cellulase synthesis. The classic and high-throughput technologies like genomics, metagenomics and bioinformatics could be exploited to isolate cellulase genes from a variety of thermophilic bacteria and further processing. Keeping in view the ultimate requirement of extremophilic cellulases in industries, present study is a compilation of various aspects related to extremophilic cellulases their sources, production, biotechnological interventions and challenges.  
POST FEVER RETINITIS AND SINGLE WONDER DRUG FOR ITS VARIOUS ETIOLOGIES Sharma, Vikas; K, Raji; Seth, Sankalp; Yadav, Yogesh; Kapoor, Gaurav
International Journal of Retina Vol 6 No 2 (2023): International Journal of Retina (IJRetina) - INAVRS
Publisher : Indonesian Vitreoretinal Society

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35479/ijretina.2023.vol006.iss002.219

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Introduction: Post-fever retinitis is an infectious or para-infectious entity which involve retinal layer of the eye and has variable clinical manifestations. Post-fever retinitis has varied etiologies, namely bacteria or viral. Case Report: We present a series of four cases of post fever retinitis with common history of flu-like illness followed by blurring of vision, all four patients had different clinical picture, they were investigated thoroughly to ascertain etiological agents and were treated with oral Doxycycline. All cases had an excellent visual recovery by the end of the treatment with complete resolution of clinical signs. Discussion: It is difficult to pin-point the exact etiology of PFR just on the basis of clinical presentation and hence, proper history, clinical examination, serological investigations and awareness of ongoing epidemics may help to identify the etiological organism. Conclusion: Post fever retinitis is an easy diagnosis based on antecedent history of flu like illness and typical fundus findings. Oral doxycycline is a safe and wonderful drug for PFR cases.
A CURIOUS CASE OF CENTRAL RETINAL VEIN OCCLUSION IN A YOUNG PATIENT FOLLOWING DENGUE FEVER Singh, Anuradha; Sharma, Vikas; Mogra, Shailesh
International Journal of Retina Vol 7 No 1 (2024): International Journal of Retina (IJRetina) - INAVRS
Publisher : Indonesian Vitreoretinal Society

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35479/ijretina.2024.vol007.iss001.272

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Introduction: Central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO) is a common ocular disease which can be responsible for significant ocular morbidity in the adult population. It is most commonly associated with lifestyle diseases especially hypertension in older age groups, but may have a variety of etiologies including genetically inherited disorders. Case report: A 27-year-old female patient presented to our out patient department (OPD) with history of diminished vision in left eye of 03 days duration. The patient gave history of contracting dengue fever three weeks prior to the onset of symptoms. On evaluation she was found to have CRVO of the left eye with no macular edema. The patient was investigated for other causes of CRVO and was found to have mildly reduced serum homocysteine and deranged serum iron studies. The patient was managed conservatively with good visual recovery and is presently on follow up for early detection of complications for CRVO. Discussion: The patient presented with multiple etiologies of CRVO, however, each was subclinical in nature. Conservative management for ocular symptoms along with treatment of systemic deficiencies by the physician lead to good visual outcome and generalized well being of the patient. Conclusion: CRVO is being increasingly seen in the younger age group. Multiple etiologies may need to be ruled out, along with lifestyle diseases which are on an incline in the younger population. Close follow up with treatment is required to detect complications early, and provide a good visual outcome. To our knowledge, this is the third reported case of CRVO related to dengue fever.
A Comparative Study of Work-Life Balance and Job Satisfaction for Kitchen Staff in Delhi NCR Hotels Sharma, Vikas
International Journal of Asian Business and Management Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): February, 2024
Publisher : PT FORMOSA CENDEKIA GLOBAL

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55927/ijabm.v3i1.6651

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This research delves into the impact of work-life balance practices on the job satisfaction of kitchen professionals working in five-star category hotels situated in Delhi NCR, India. Employing a quantitative approach, data is gathered through surveys involving 300 respondents. Descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple regressions are harnessed to explore the intricate relationships between work-life balance, job satisfaction, and the overall well-being of employees. The findings underscore the pivotal role of work-life balance in elevating job satisfaction within the dynamic kitchen department of the hotel industry. Furthermore, the study offers practical recommendations for hotel kitchen management to effectively implement work-life balance initiatives
Work-Life Balance and Job Satisfaction for Hotel Employees in Delhi NCR, India Sharma, Vikas
International Journal of Asian Business and Management Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): April 2024
Publisher : PT FORMOSA CENDEKIA GLOBAL

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55927/ijabm.v3i2.7671

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This research delves into the impact of work-life balance practices on the job satisfaction of kitchen professionals working in five-star category hotels situated in Delhi NCR, India. Employing a quantitative approach, data is gathered through surveys involving 300 respondents. Descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple regressions are harnessed to explore the intricate relationships between work-life balance, job satisfaction, and the overall well-being of employees. The findings underscore the pivotal role of work-life balance in elevating job satisfaction within the dynamic kitchen department of the hotel industry. Furthermore, the study offers practical recommendations for hotel kitchen management to effectively implement work-life balance initiatives