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Evaluation of Ionic Osmotica in Succulent and Non-succulent Xero-halophytes Inhabiting Hot Oases

Research Abstract

This research was carried out at Kharga and Dakhla, in the western Egyptian desert. The species investigated include basically those of different ecological affiliations as well as different life forms, in order to have comparative indications in the ionic means of adjustment. During winter and summer, the water soluble ions in both soil and plants were analyzed. Also, the total osmotic water potential and the share of ionic radicals of plants were calculated. The data revealed that, halophytic species maintain osmotic adjustment due to accumulation of ions depending on seasonal and species variation and ionic osmotic potential which were related to chlorides, sodium and potassium. The seasonality or location has the dominant effect on Na+, K+, Cl- and SO4-2 concentrations in halophytes Suaeda and Cressa and affected by the interaction (S x L) in case of Z.coccenium. The ionic osmotic potential of Na+/K+ and Cl- / SO4-2 ratios for salt tolerance in studied species were discussed.

Research Authors
Kotb Farghali, H El-SharkawiM, AM Rayan, Suzan A Tammam
Research Date
Research Journal
Catrina: The International Journal of Environmental Sciences
Research Publisher
Egyptian Society for Environmental Sciences
Research Year
2020

Effect of selenium form and dose on camelthorn (Alhagi maurorum Medik) grown on a metal-contaminated soil

Research Abstract

Selenium (Se) enhances the resistance of plants exposed to metal stress and can be used to lessen the impacts of toxic elements and to enhance the effectiveness of the plants used to clean up polluted sites. There is no information available about the optimum dose and form of Se to stimulate the camelthorn (Alhagi maurorum Medik) plant, which is one of the plants used in the phytostabilization of toxic elements. The impacts of selenate (Se-VI) and selenite (Se-IV) on the phytoremediation of toxic metals from loamy soils by camelthorn were investigated in a pot experiment. Se-VI and Se-IV were added to the soil at doses of 0, 5, and 10 mg Se kg−1 soil, and each treatment was repeated five times. Se-VI and Se-IV, significantly increased plant growth and nutrient uptake. The addition of Se, either from Se-VI or Se-IV, significantly increased the superoxide dismutase (SOD) and peroxidase (POD) enzymes, and the …

Research Authors
Modhi O Alotaibi, Mashael M Alotibi, Dalal M Majrashi, Esawy Mahmoud, Adel M Ghoneim, Mamdouh A Eissa, Suzan A Tammam
Research Date
Research Journal
Environmental Science and Pollution Research
Research Member
Research Pages
39704-39713
Research Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Research Year
2024

Spatial distribution of selected coastal Sabkhas along the Southern Red Sea Coast of Egypt

Research Abstract

Sabkhas are unique salt flat formations situated along the coastline and have been the subject of extensive scientific inquiry. This study delves into the formation and significance of sabkhas, along the South Red Sea coast of Egypt. Combining field observations, satellite imagery, and GIS analysis, the research unveils the processes shaping these distinct landscapes and their broader impact on the region. The study utilizes Sentinel-2 A imagery and digital elevation models to map salinity and identify optimal methods for salt detection. It further employs advanced data processing techniques to refine land cover classification and identify unique features within four sabkhas along the Red Sea coast: Ras Baghdadi, Marsa Abu Madd, Bir Shalatein-Marsa Himeira, and Diib. Examining these sabkhas reveals intricate details of their topography, hydrology, and sediment composition. The study identifies factors contributing to their individual characteristics, such as structural control, interaction with lagoons, and the influence of wind and aridity. Analysis of satellite data and field observations unveils the presence of salt ponds, dunes, microbial mats, and distinct sediment layers within these formations. Evaporite crystals, halophytic vegetation, and color patterns provide further insights into their formation processes. The study emphasizes that sea level fluctuations, fluvial and aeolian processes, and limited human intervention have shaped the temporal evolution of these sabkhas. However, climate change poses significant future challenges. By highlighting the importance of understanding and preserving these ecologically and economically valuable ecosystems, this research underscores the urgent need for their protection in the face of a changing climate

Research Authors
Nada A. Younis , Galal H. El-Habaak , Hany H. El Hadek , Wael F. Galal and Mahmoud Abdel-Hakeem1
Research Date
Research Department
Research Journal
Scientific Reports
Research Publisher
Nature Publishing Group UK
Research Rank
Q1
Research Website
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-28627-w
Research Year
2026

Generalized Mittag-Leffler-type function of arbitrary order and its properties related tointegral transforms and fractional calculus

Research Abstract

This paper introduces a novel generalization of the Mittag-Leffler function, delving into its fundamental characteristics. The analysis encompasses a thorough exploration of its properties, including the derivation of recurrence relations, differential formulas, and various integral representations such as the Euler, Laplace, Mellin, Whittaker, and Mellin–Barnes transforms. Furthermore, the study establishes connections to other significant special functions, expressing the new generalization in terms of the Fox-Wright function, the generalized hypergeometric function, and the H-function. The paper also defines associated fractional integral and differential operators, highlighting the function’s relevance to fractional calculus. Several noteworthy
special cases are derived from the main results, demonstrating the breadth and adaptability of this new function. This research provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the properties of this generalized Mittag-Leffler function and suggests its potential for applications in diverse areas, particularly within the realm of fractional analysis and its related fields.

Research Authors
Ayman Shehata
Research Date
Research Department
Research Journal
Boletim da Sociedade Paranaense de Matemática
Research Pages
16
Research Publisher
SPM: www.spm.uem.br/bspm
Research Vol
43
Research Website
https://doi.org/10.5269/bspm.75746
Research Year
2025

An extension of basic Humbert hypergeometric functions Φ1 , Φ2 and Φ3

Research Abstract

Given the growing quantity of proposals and works of basic hypergeometric functions in the
scope of q-calculus, it is important to introduce a systematic classification of q-calculus. Our aim in this article is to investigate several interesting q-partial derivative formulas, q-contiguous function relations, q-recurrence relations, various q-partial differential equations, summation formulas, transformation formulas and q-integrals representations for basic Humbert hypergeometric functions Φ1, Φ2 and Φ3 under constraints of symmetry parameters. These interesting properties, as special cases, include many known expansions of
basic Humbert hypergeometric functions Φ1, Φ2 and Φ3, and are also include particular interest in the area.

Research Authors
Ayman Shehata
Research Date
Research Department
Research Journal
Boletim da Sociedade Paranaense de Matemática
Research Pages
1-16
Research Publisher
SPM: www.spm.uem.br/bspm
Research Vol
44
Research Website
doi:10.5269/bspm.76663
Research Year
2026

Certain generating matrix functions of Charlier matrix polynomials using Weisner’s group theoretic method

Research Abstract

The present paper discusses a study of a class of Charlier matrix polynomials (CMPs) and its generalized analogue. Certain generating matrix functions, recurrence matrix relations, matrix differential equation, summation formulas and many new results have been discussed for these matrix polynomials. Weisner’s group theoretic method is used to obtain matrix generating relations for Charlier matrix polynomials and the details of this method were given in this paper. Finally, we will discuss only briefly the procedure followed.

Research Authors
Ayman Shehata
Research Date
Research Department
Research File
Research Journal
Afrika Matematika
Research Pages
15
Research Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Research Rank
Q2
Research Vol
62
Research Website
https://doi.org/10.1007/s13370-026-01445-7
Research Year
2026

Advantageous effects of bentonite on growth performance and metabolic compounds of two mesophytic plants in desert sandy soils

Research Authors
Farghali KA, Suzan A Tammam
Research Date
Research Journal
BMC Plant Biology
Research Pages
124
Research Publisher
BioMed Central
Research Year
2026

Potential effect of zinc application on chlorophyll stability and metabolic status in Moringa oleifera Lam. under salinity stress conditions

Research Authors
Suzan Ahmed Tammam, Kotb Amer Farghali, Dalal M Majrashi
Research Date
Research Journal
Egyptian Journal of Botany
Research Pages
73-81
Research Publisher
Egyptian Botanical Society
Research Year
2025

Phytochemical screening and evaluation of antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of Solanum incanum: medicinal plant from Al-Baha Region

Research Authors
S.M. Howladar and F.O. Alzahrani S.G. Mohammed, H. Maaroufi Dguimi, S.H. Bashir, S.A. Tammam, H. Abdalgadir
Research Date
Research Journal
Agronomy Research
Research Member
Research Publisher
Estonian University of Life Sciences
Research Year
2026

Analysis of T1 Separation Axioms within Extended Fuzzy Topological Frameworks

Research Abstract

In this paper, we introduce new definitions of extended fuzzy T1 spaces and establish relations
between them and their counterparts. We show that these concepts have projective, productive, and hereditary
characteristics. We also demonstrate that generalized bijective fuzzy continuous and generalized fuzzy open
mappings preserve these spaces. Furthermore, these ideas are examined in the framework of initial and final
extended fuzzy topological spaces.

Research Authors
F. H. Khedr, O. R. Sayed, S. R. Mohamed∗, S. Bourazza, and Salahuddin
Research Date
Research Department
Research File
75_0.pdf (455.82 KB)
Research Journal
Bol. Soc. Paran. Mat.
Research Member
Research Pages
1-21
Research Publisher
Soc. Paran. de Mat
Research Vol
43
Research Website
www.spm.uem.br/bspm
Research Year
2025
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