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Research ArticlePrioritizing Conservation: Vulnerability Assessment of Pakistan’s Threatened Species Using SAVS
Rida Ahmad, Zulfiqar Ali, Farkhanda Manzoor, Usman Ahmad
Vulnerability assessment is the key tool for selecting targets in order to prioritize conservation requirements and define management measures. The SAVS (system for assessing vulnerability of species) technique, which employs a simple questionnaire based on 22…
23 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240818121638
Research ArticleBacterial Exopolysaccharides (EPS) and EPS-Coated Nanoparticles against Plant and Fish Pathogens
Sana Yousaf, Aisha Waheed Qurashi, Mawra Gohar, Sajida Naseem, Asma Abdul Latif, Muhammad Afzaal et al.
Exopolysaccharides (EPS) are biological macromolecules, constituting the major part of biofilm and possess antibacterial and antibiofilm properties. EPS producing strains of bacteria were exploited for EPS production and antimicrobial assay against plant (HT5,…
23 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240619130642
Research ArticleEvidence for Possible Transmission of Newcastle Disease Virus of Sub-Genotype XXI.1.2 Between Feral Eurasian Collared Doves and Backyard Chickens in Balochistan Province, Pakistan
Abdul Wajid, Andleeb Batool, Shahid Sherzada, Naveed Ahmad, Abdul Manan, Muhammad Shafee et al.
In October 2020, two feral Eurasian collared doves (Streptopelia decaocto) were found dead near a backyard chicken flock. Brain and trachea tissues were collected from the dead collared doves and swab samples were collected from 42 healthy in-contact backyard…
23 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230409090418
Research ArticleBiallelic Variant in SERPING1 Associated with Intellectual Disability in a Consanguineous Pakistani Family
Fareeha Fatima, Muhammad Asad Usmani, Neelam Fatima, Amama Ghaffar, Tanveer A Qaiser, Asma Ali Khan et al.
The complement system is part of humoral, innate humor immune system, which enhance the ability of antibodies and phagocyte cells to clear microbes and damage cells from an organism. It plays a crucial role in brain development, neurogenesis, neural migration,…
23 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240723233018
Research ArticleImpact of Short-Term Aromatherapy and COVID-19 Pandemic on Stereotypic Behavior and Cortisol Concentration in Captive Big Cats
Bushra Nisar Khan, Areeka Naveen, Yusra Ashfaq, Eman Afzal Awan, Aneela Zameer Aneela Durrani, Tariq Mahmood et al.
This study examines the impact of sensory enrichment on the well-being of captive lions (Panthera leo) and tigers (Panthera tigris) at Safari Zoo Lahore, focusing on the effectiveness of environmental modifications in reducing stress-induced behavior and physi…
13 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240417085816
Research ArticleSeasonal and Phenological Relationship Between Spiders and Sucking Insect Pests in Spring and Fall Maize Crops
Nisar Ahmad, Sidra Wajid, Donghui Wu, Liang Chang, Ahmad Nawaz, Muhammad Aslam et al.
The cultivation of maize (Zea mays L.) holds significant agricultural and economic importance in Pakistan, ranking as the third most valuable cereal crop after wheat and rice. To develop sustainable integrated pest management strategies, identifying insect pes…
13 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240611071658
Research ArticleAssessment of Anti-Asthmatic Potential of Cassia fistula Bark in an Ovalbumin Induced Asthma in Mus musculus
Suleman Hussain Shah, Ghulam Murtaza
This study explored the anti-asthmatic potential of Cassia fistula bark using Mus musculus as model organism. The mice were treated with ovalbumin on day one and the 14th day and then herbal extract doses were given from day 15th to 26th to all groups except n…
13 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240301124427
Research ArticleAlantolactone Inhibits the Expression of STAT3 Downstream Target Genes: An In Silico and In Vitro Study
Nabia Fayyaz, Abrar-ul-Haq, Haiqa Siddique, Sadia Zahoor, Zunaira Khalid, Muhammad Akhtar Ali et al.
One of the most significant transcription factors that contribute to nearly all forms of cancers is the signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (STAT3). It amplifies the expression of several cell survival genes such as cyclin D1, bcl-2, c-MYC, and…
13 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241211053514
Research ArticleAntimicrobial Activity of Melia azedarach Against Porphyromonas gingivalis, Acute Oral Toxicity Characterization and Development of DNA Minibarcode Based Markers for Identification from Allied Plants
Iram Gull, Sanam Iqbal, Humera Adil, Seerat Fatima, Muhammad Shahbaz Aslam, Muhammad Shahid Mehmood et al.
Porphyromonas gingivalis is one of the keystone bacteria which causes periodontitis in oral cavity and has ability to infect many peripheral organs. Its infection is also associated with Alzheimer’s disease, respiratory infection, diabetes and cardiovasc…
13 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230918073532
Research ArticleToxicity and Repellency Potential of Silver Nano-Formulated Phytoextracts Against Rice Weevil Sitophilus oryzae (L.) (Coleoptera: Curculionidae)
Muhammad Salman Saeed, Umar Farooq, Muhammad Zeeshan Majeed, Lamya Ahmed Alkeridis, Samy Sayed, Abu Bakar Muhammad Raza et al.
Rice weevil, Sitophilus oryzae (L.) (Coleoptera: Curculionidae), is one of the most widely distributed destructive pests of stored rice and wheat grains. Synthetic insecticides and fumigants are predominately used to control this pest. However, wide use of the…
13 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241008140626
Research ArticlePrevalence of H9 Avian Influenza Virus among Poultry Workers in District Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Shahin Shah, Masroor Ellahi Babar, Fahad Rafiq, M. Naeem Akhtar, Muhammad Usman, Amanullah Khan et al.
Avian influenza virus (AIV) subtype H9N2 has become endemic in poultry in Pakistan and carries great zoonotic potential. The purpose of the present study was to report the seroprevalence of the H9 virus among the poultry workers. Overall 325 sera samples were…
12 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20181127121128- Research Article
Effect of Salmonella enteritidis Infection on Immune Responses of Different Chicken Breeds
Li Zhengtian, Irfan Ahmed, Yuan Hemei, Dou Tengfei, Ge Changrong, Jia Junjing et al.
Disease resistance traits of poultry are important economic traits in poultry production, and breeding for disease resistance is of great significance for poultry industry development. Keeping in view disease resistance traits, current study was performed to s…
12 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240316194730 - Research Article
Contribution of Biofloc System on Growth Performance and Feed Utilization of Tilapia Reared in High Salinity Media
Ilham, Diah Ayu Satyari Utami
Tilapia strain Srikandi is known to grow quickly in brackish water. However, the best feeding management for efficient production in a marine biofloc system has not been extensively studied. This study aims to evaluate the impact of the biofloc system on the g…
12 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240708054439 
Research ArticleTargeting miR-141 and Adipokine Dysregulation: Therapeutic Potential of Quercetin and Pterostilbene in Nicotine-Induced Insulin Resistance
Amna Faheem, Kanwal Rehman, Bilal Aslam, Amer Jamil
Polyphenols are increasingly recognized for their therapeutic potential in managing metabolic disorders. These phytochemicals act as preventive agents against insulin resistance, often linked with altered adipokine levels, by targeting dysregulated miRNA expre…
12 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240926162317
Research ArticleCurrent Status and Dynamics of Illegal Wildlife Hunting in the Sao La Nature Reserve Thua Thien Hue, Viet Nam
Tran Ngoc Quoc Thanh, Iram Maqsood, Rong Ke
Although substantial support has been from the government and local authorities to reduce dependence on forest resources, hunting wildlife for food and selling it to increase income remains relatively common in remote and mountainous communities in Thua Thien…
12 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241111135215
Research ArticleA Profile on Avian Fauna in Mapamyumco, Tibetan Plateau, China
Dong Ziyi, Huang Chen, Yixi-Duoji, Tang Shiyu, Lv Hongrui, Yang Le et al.
Mapamyumco is one of the important lakes on the Tibetan Plateau, where the knowledge of avian fauna is poorly known due to its remote location and harsh environmental conditions. Here, we conducted a preliminary study on the diversity of bird species in the re…
12 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240628120419- Research Article
Effects of Moringa oleifera Leaf Powder Supplements on Histomorphometry of Lymphoid Organs and Immune Responses of Broilers Under Dexamethasone-Induced Stress
Maaz Ahmad, Asad Ullah, Mansoor Ahmad, Ubaid Ullah, Rafiq Ullah, Faiza Khan et al.
In this study, dexamethasone (De)-induced stress was studied on immune organs and immune responses of broilers to Moringa oleifera leaf powder (MOLP) supplements. Day-old 100 chicks were divided into 5 groups having 4 replicates, (5 birds/replica). Negative co…
2 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240109163106 - Research Article
Studying the Efficiency of Irradiated Ginkgo biloba Leaves Against Nicotine Damage in Male Rats
A.M. Abdul Azeem, A.N. El-Shahat, Amal A. Mansour, Mohamed H.M. Abd El-Megid
Exposure to nicotine leads to the activation of inflammatory factors, overproduction of free radicals, and hormonal disruption. Ginkgo biloba leaf extract can be used as a powerful antioxidant and free radical scavenger owing to its active compounds, but they…
2 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20230915130421 
Research ArticleBemisia tabaci on Cotton: A Case Study of Seasonal Incidence with Special Emphasis on Cultivar’s Oviposition Preference
Aqsa Abbas, Jana Žiarovská, Ali Jabran
Whitefly, Bemisia tabaci, has become a notable pest impacting cotton on a global scale. Despite the development of transgenic cotton strains that display improved resistance to numerous insect pests, they have not adequately dealt with the challenge posed by g…
2 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20241003170049
Research ArticleEffect of Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency on the Severity and Prognosis of Coronary Atherosclerosis in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome
Jing Bai, Qianying Chen, Xinjing Zhong
This study aimed to investigate the impact of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency on the severity and prognosis of coronary atherosclerosis in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Patients diagnosed with ACS accompanied by G6PD deficien…
2 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20240130032921