http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/7683 Search the Channel search http://nopr.niscair.res.in/simple-search http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/10830 Title: Anti-inflammatory and antinociceptive activity of <i style="">Justicia gendarussa </i>Burm. f. leaves <br/> <br/>Authors: Shikha, P; Latha, PG; Suja, SR; Anuja, G I; Shyamal, S; Shine, VJ; Sini, S; Krishna Kumar, N M; Rajasekharan, S <br/> <br/>Abstract: The ethanolic extract of <i style="">Justicia gendarussa</i> Burm.f. leaves was screened for its anti-inflammatory and antinociceptive activity in experimental animals. The extract showed significant inhibition of carrageenan and formalin-induced paw oedema and cotton pellet-induced granuloma formation compared to the standard anti-inflammatory drug, Indomethacin. The extract at 125, 250 and 500 mg/kg showed significant inhibition of pain in the acetic acid-induced writhing and hot plate models in mice when compared to the standard analgesic drug, acetyl salicylic acid <br/> <br/>Page(s): 456-461 http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/10829 Title: Immunostimulatory activity of aqueous extract of <i style="">Murraya koenigii </i>(Linn.) Spreng. leaves <br/> <br/>Authors: Shah, A S; Juvekar, A R <br/> <br/>Abstract: Leaves of <i style="">Murraya koenigii</i> (Linn.) Spreng. (<i>Curry patta</i>) are reported to possess antidiabetic, antimicrobial, cytotoxic and anti-inflammatory activity. In the present study immunomodulatory potential of aqueous extract of its leaves on specific (humoral and cell mediated) and non specific (macrophage) immunity in mice was investigated. Oral administration of the aqueous extract of leaves at the doses of 250 and 500 mg/kg significantly enhanced the delayed-type hypersensitivity reaction induced by ovalbumin however, the effect was not dose related. The extract also potentiated the production of circulating antibody titre significantly in response to ovalbumin. Pre-treatment of the extract restored the myelosuppressive effect of cyclophosphamide through ameliorating total white blood cells count. Significant increase in release of nitric oxide from mouse peritoneal macrophages in culture supernatant indicates enhancement of cytotoxic activity of macrophages. The present investigation thus reveals that aqueous extract of <i style="">M. koenigii</i> leaves possesses immunostimulatory activity by acting on both specific and non-specific immunity. <br/> <br/>Page(s): 450-455 http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/10828 Title: Antibacterial potential of <i style="">Thespesia populnea</i> (Linn.) Sol. ex Corr. leaves and its corresponding callus against drug resistant isolates <br/> <br/>Authors: Moon, Archana; Khan, Aqueel; Wadher, Bharat <br/> <br/>Abstract: Effect of methanolic extracts of leaves of<i style=""> Thespesia populnea<b style=""> </b></i>(Linn.) Sol. ex Corr.<i style=""> </i>and its corresponding callus were studied against drug resistant strains of <i style="">Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae</i> and <i style="">Salmonella typhii</i>. The antibiotic sensitivity pattern for all the clinical isolates was studied by Bauer-Kirby method and all the clinical isolates were found to be resistant to more than one antibiotic. Both, the leaf of the plant and its corresponding callus showed great potential as source of antibacterial agents. <br/> <br/>Page(s): 444-449 http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/10827 Title: Flowers of <i style="">Madhuca indica</i> J. F. Gmel.: Present status and future perspectives <br/> <br/>Authors: Patel, Madhumita; Naik, S N <br/> <br/>Abstract: <i style="">Madhuca indica </i>J F Gmel. syn<i style="">. M. latifolia</i> Macb. commonly known as mahua is a large tree found in the dry deciduous forests of India. The tree produces edible flowers and fruits during leanest season of agriculture (March-May). Collection of mahua flowers and fruits is one of the most important sources of employment for the poorest of the poor in India. The flowers are edible and rich source of sugar, protein, vitamin and minerals. Present paper reviews the earlier research on these flowers and highlights the study conducted for value addition. About 80 per cent of juice was successfully extracted from fresh flowers and concentrated to produce a honey like liquid sweetener. The produced concentrate was analyzed and used for preparation of bakery and confectionary goods. Apart from this fresh flower pulp was used for preparation of jam, jelly and sauce. The study shows the income and employment generation potential of mahua flowers.<i style="">Madhuca indica </i>J F Gmel. syn<i style="">. M. latifolia</i> Macb. commonly known as mahua is a large tree found in the dry deciduous forests of India. The tree produces edible flowers and fruits during leanest season of agriculture (March-May). Collection of mahua flowers and fruits is one of the most important sources of employment for the poorest of the poor in India. The flowers are edible and rich source of sugar, protein, vitamin and minerals. Present paper reviews the earlier research on these flowers and highlights the study conducted for value addition. About 80 per cent of juice was successfully extracted from fresh flowers and concentrated to produce a honey like liquid sweetener. The produced concentrate was analyzed and used for preparation of bakery and confectionary goods. Apart from this fresh flower pulp was used for preparation of jam, jelly and sauce. The study shows the income and employment generation potential of mahua flowers. <br/> <br/>Page(s): 438-443