scholarly journals The Pharmacological Effects and Health Benefits of Platycodon grandiflorus—A Medicine Food Homology Species

Foods ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ming-Yue Ji ◽  
Agula Bo ◽  
Min Yang ◽  
Jin-Fan Xu ◽  
Lin-Lin Jiang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Benefits ◽  
Chemical Components ◽  
Chinese Medicinal Herb ◽  
Essential Trace Elements ◽  
Active Chemical ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Canned Vegetables ◽  
Preserved Fruit ◽  
Lipid Reduction ◽  
Further Development

Platycodon grandiflorus is a widely used edible, traditional Chinese medicinal herb. It is rich in saponins, flavonoids, phenolic acids, and other compounds. It contains a large number of fatty acids such as linoleic acid (up to 63.24%), a variety of amino acids, vitamins, and multiple essential trace elements. P. grandiflorus has several biological applications, such as in hypotension, lipid reduction, atherosclerosis, inflammation, relieving cough and phlegm, promoting cholic acid secretion, and as an antioxidant. Further, P. grandiflorus is often used in the development of cold mixed vegetables, canned vegetables, preserved fruit, salted vegetables, and cosmetics in northeast China, South Korea, Japan, and Korea. In this paper, the active chemical components and the health benefits of P. grandiflorus have been reviewed, providing new ideas for the further development of nutraceutical products to prevent and manage chronic diseases.

scholarly journals Glycogen Phosphorylase-a is a Common Target for Anti-Diabetic Effect of Iridoid and Secoiridoid Glycosides

2013 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 530 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hitesh B Vaidya ◽  
Abeer A Ahmed ◽  
Ramesh K Goyal ◽  
Sukhinder K Cheema
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Glycogen Phosphorylase ◽  
Docking Studies ◽  
Chemical Components ◽  
Active Components ◽  
Active Chemical ◽  
Treatment Of Diabetes ◽  
Secoiridoid Glycosides ◽  
Common Target

Purpose. Diabetes mellitus is characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from defects in insulin secretion, action or both. The use of medicinal plants for the treatment of diabetes mellitus dates back from the Ebers papyrus of about 1550 B.C. One of the major problems with herbal drugs is that the active ingredients are not well defined. It is important to know the active components and their molecular interactions which will help to analyze their therapeutic efficacy and also to standardize the product. There are a number of medicinal plants known for their anti-diabetic effect that possess similarities in their active chemical components, e.g. iridoid and secoiridoid glycosides. Methods. In this study, we have compared the structure of various iridoid and secoiridoid glycosides to design a novel pharmacophore. We further developed a structure-activity relationship for the inhibition of glycogen phosphorylase-a. Conclusion. By using docking studies, we are proposing, for the first time, that inhibition of glycogen phosphorylase-a activity is a common target for iridoids and secoiridoids to elicit anti-diabetic effects. This article is open to POST-PUBLICATION REVIEW. Registered readers (see “For Readers”) may comment by clicking on ABSTRACT on the issue’s contents page.

scholarly journals CONCEPTUAL PROVISIONS ON THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MECHANISM OF THE INSTITUTE OF TRUST FORMATION IN THE FINANCIAL SERVICES MARKET

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2(14)) ◽  
pp. 8-15
Author(s):  
Serhiy Mykolaiovych Shkarlet ◽  
Maksym Viktorovych Dubyna ◽  
Olena Serhiivna Zhuk
Keyword(s):  
Financial Services ◽  
State Regulation ◽  
Trust Building ◽  
Mechanism Of Formation ◽  
Target Setting ◽  
Trust Formation ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Methodological Principles ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Further Development

Urgency of the research. In order to develop the financial services market, reform in this area needs to be implemented and measures should be taken to increase the level of trust among the key players in such a market. Target setting. The realities of Ukrainian system of state regulation of the financial intermediaries’ activity testify that the introduction of new ideas, concepts or provisions in this area requires the construction of an effective mechanism for their implementation. It should be clearly defined in the theoretical and methodological plane with the justification of its constituents. Actual scientific research and issues analysis. The works in the field of functioning of the financial services market should include the papers of such scientists: Bobrov Ye. A., Bondarenko Ye. P., Vyshyvana B. M., Voytenko O. M., Kovalenko Yu. M., Rekunenko І. І., Smagin V. L., Unets-Khodakivska V. P., Yuriya S. I., Yashchuk V. V., Asmundson I., Herring R., Stijn C., Wyman О. Uninvestigated parts of general matters defining. Despite the developments in this area, the theoretical and methodological principles of justification of the mechanism of forming confidence in the financial services market are not developed. The research objective. The purpose of the work is to develop the provisions for the creation and implementation of a mechanism for the establishment of a trust institution in the financial services market. The statement of basic materials. The importance of developing and implementing a mechanism of trust building in the financial services market for the further development of such a market is determined. The main elements of such a mechanism, the relationship between them are described and their essence and role in the process of building such a market are determined. Within the mechanism, its purpose, principles, functions, security units, methods and tools are identified. It is indicated that the mechanism should act in order to obtain concrete results, the types of which are defined. Conclusions. The article substantiates the principles of developing and implementing the mechanism of formation of the trust institution in the financial services market.

The Application of Nanotechnology for Green Manufacturing

2010 ◽  
Vol 148-149 ◽  
pp. 498-502
Author(s):  
Qi Hong ◽  
Li Zhi Gu ◽  
Xiao Jun Jie ◽  
Hao Wu ◽  
Peng Lei
Keyword(s):  
Green Manufacturing ◽  
Green Design ◽  
Functional Requirements ◽  
Green Process ◽  
Treatment Technology ◽  
Green Material ◽  
Existing Problems ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Green Manufacturing Technology ◽  
Further Development

This paper took the application of nanotechnology for green manufacturing as a point of departure, discussed the important roles of nanotechnology in green design, green material, green process, green package and green treatment as follows: nanotechnology reflected the use of natural resources embodying the harmonious coexistence between human being and nature which happened to coincide with the basic idea of green design; with the further integration of nanotechnology and environmental protection, nanotechnology led the development of green material into a new level; the introduction of nanotechnology gave new ideas to the development of green process; green package based on nanotechnology could meet the special functional requirements of package with outstanding green efficacy; the development of nanotechnology enhanced the existing level of green treatment technology, many existing problems could be resolved. And finally it was pointed out that the green manufacturing technology would make further development under the push of nanotechnology.

Pharmacological and nutritional benefits of flaxseed’s (Linum usitatissimum Linn.) biocomponents

2022 ◽  
Vol 01 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Tarique ◽  
Badruddeen ◽  
,Shahla Parveen ◽  
Farogh Ahsan ◽  
Mohammad Irfan Khan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fatty Acids ◽  
Linum Usitatissimum ◽  
Muscle Growth ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Nutritional Composition ◽  
Chemical Components ◽  
Omega 3 ◽  
Plant Resources ◽  
Golden Yellow ◽  
Wide Range

Abstract: Linum usitatissimum (Linn.), Commonly known as flaxseed or flaxseed, belongs to the family Linaceae. Flaxseed is a crop of blue flowers that produce small, flat seeds of golden yellow to reddish-brown color. It is a native of the Mediterranean and West Asia. Due to its health benefits associated with the high content of linolenic acid (ALA), flaxseed has played a major role in diet and research. The ALA is an essential omega-3-fatty acid, and also due to its presence a major lignan, i.e. secoisolaricyrcinol diglucoside (SDG). There is also a wide range of uses of flaxseed oil in skin health, anticoagulants, anticancer, ulcer treatment, muscle growth, and weight loss. The nutritional composition of flaxseed is about 30% carbohydrate, 18% protein, and 39% fat. Flaxseed contains most carbohydrates in the form of fiber and contains more than 45% omega-3 fatty acids. It also contains dietary fibers, proteins and polyunsaturated fatty acids. All the ingredients possess different health benefits. Although plant resources are the key ingredient in drug discovery, the popularity of flaxseed always fascinate scientists, the number of articles giving information about the chemical components of flaxseed and its potential clinical use is very little. This review provides a systematic summary of the research completed over the past decade and provides an up-to-date summary of the various bioactive and outlines the relationship between the nutritional and pharmacological use of chemical ingredients and its flaxseed.

Computer Gaming Scenarios for Product Development Teams

2014 ◽  
pp. 216-233
Author(s):  
Andrew J. Wodehouse ◽  
William J. Ion
Keyword(s):  
Product Development ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
Concept Design ◽  
Concept Generation ◽  
Computer Gaming ◽  
Development Teams ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Further Development

In this paper, computer gaming approaches are introduced as a viable means to structure the interaction of a product development team during concept generation. During concept generation, teams gather large amounts of information before generating new ideas and concepts. Digital technologies mean that relevant information can be sourced faster than ever, but this does not necessarily migrate into the activity of concept creation. It is suggested that cues from computer games can help integrate information as well as individuals more effectively, resulting in better conceptual output. A range of game types are evaluated with a view to their possible utilization in support of concept design. Two scenarios for the implementation of gaming methods are proposed, and one refined scenario identified as having potential for further development.

Social Work in Funeral Homes, a Unique Chinese Practice?

2018 ◽  
Vol 82 (3) ◽  
pp. 488-499
Author(s):  
Yunxian Huang ◽  
Weijia Tan ◽  
A. Ka Tat Tsang
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Work ◽  
Social Workers ◽  
Social Services ◽  
Funeral Home ◽  
The Social ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Funeral Homes ◽  
Death Care ◽  
Further Development

Social workers were introduced to funeral homes in China amid the transition and expansion of both the funeral home industry and the social work profession and are proving to play a valuable, though under-researched role in serving not just clients but also communities and funeral home staff. Funeral home social work fills gaps in after-death care and mental health and is distinct from palliative, hospice, end-of-life, and bereavement social work. Based on the experiences of funeral homes that employ social workers, this article argues that this innovation may bring new ideas to bridge some of the service gaps in after-death care in China and globally. This article outlines the support that will be needed from funeral homes, social work service agencies, and educational and research institutes to facilitate further development of funeral home mental health and social services and to promote the professionalization of funeral home social workers in China.

scholarly journals Breakthrough of the Mini-Cyclotron Mass Spectrometer for 14C Analysis

Radiocarbon ◽  
1995 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 675-681 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maobai Chen ◽  
Deming Li ◽  
Senlin Xu ◽  
Guosheng Chen ◽  
Ligong Shen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mass Spectrometry ◽  
Mass Spectrometer ◽  
Accelerator Mass Spectrometry ◽  
Nuclear Research ◽  
Transmission Efficiency ◽  
Extraction Region ◽  
Accelerator Mass Spectrometer ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Further Development ◽  
Cyclotron Mass

We present results of current measurements on the super-sensitive mini-cyclotron as an accelerator mass spectrometer, successfully developed at Shanghai Institute of Nuclear Research (SINR). We describe new ideas and unique techniques adopted for increasing the transmission efficiency in the injection, acceleration and extraction region, for eliminating various backgrounds and for improving the precision of 14C analysis, which have led to the breakthrough of our Shanghai Mini-Cyclotron Accelerator Mass Spectrometry project. We also discuss further development of the prototype facility.

scholarly journals The future of leadership—How is leadership in small and medium-sized enterprises going to change?

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sonja K. Ötting ◽  
Lisa Masjutin ◽  
Günter W. Maier
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Critical Behavior ◽  
Organizational Structures ◽  
Change Leadership ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Managing Change ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Clear Shift ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Further Development

AbstractThis paper in the Journal Gruppe. Interaktion. Organisation. (GIO) addresses changes in leadership through digitalization and their consequences for leaders. For years, digitalization has been heralding changes such as increasing leadership at a distance or use of digital communication media. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) now face the task of coping with these changes and have to contend with major uncertainties: What are major determining trends for leaders in SMEs? Which changes will shape leadership and how will they change leadership tasks and success-critical behavior? In semi-structured interviews with seven experts from SMEs we have explored these questions. Trends expected by the experts describe changes in the organizational structures and in work within the company. Structurally, companies will become more agile and diverse, hierarchies will play a less strong role and companies will cooperate more closely with each other. Work will become more location-independent, more influenced by Big Data and many tasks will be made easier or taken over by technology. In relation to established models of leadership tasks and behavior, the experts see a clear shift in tasks in favor of managing human resources, including the development of employees through coaching and the transfer of responsibility. In addition to previous tasks, the experts see managing change as a new task area. This area consists of accompanying change, acting flexibly and agilely, communicating openly and transparently and allowing failure. With regard to changes in success-critical behavior, leaders have to show more strategy orientation, communicate clearly and be open to new ideas and further development.

scholarly journals Ligustrum lucidum and its Constituents: A Mini-Review on the Anti-Osteoporosis Potential

2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. 1934578X1501001 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chun-Tao Che ◽  
Man-Sau Wong
Keyword(s):  
Bone Health ◽  
Scientific Information ◽  
Chemical Components ◽  
Chinese Medicinal Herb ◽  
Ligustrum Lucidum ◽  
Metabolic Bone Disorder ◽  
Metabolic Bone ◽  
Aging Populations ◽  
Alternative Approaches

Osteoporosis is a metabolic bone disorder commonly occurred in aging populations, particularly postmenopausal women and patients who undergo long-term steroid or anti-estrogen therapies. Given the rapid growth of the aging population, the prevalence of bone loss, and the huge medical and healthcare cost involved, demand for alternative approaches for the promotion of bone health is pressing. With the advent of global interest in complementary and alternative medicine and natural products, Chinese medicine serves as a viable source that offers benefits to improve and maintain bone health. This review summarizes the scientific information on the Chinese medicinal herb Ligustrum lucidum and its chemical components as potential therapy for osteoporosis.

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