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Production and processing of organically grown fiber nettle (Urtica dioica L.) and its potential use in the natural textiles industry: A review [PDF]

open access: yes, 2003
In Europe, the perennial stinging nettle was cultivated during the 19th century until the Second World War and has a long history as a fiber plant.
Hartl, A., Vogl, C. R.
core  

Early-life adversity accelerates cellular ageing and affects adult inflammation: experimental evidence from the European starling [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
Early-life adversity is associated with accelerated cellular ageing during development and increased inflammation during adulthood. However, human studies can only establish correlation, not causation, and existing experimental animal approaches alter ...
Andrews, Clare   +8 more
core   +4 more sources

Nanofiber PVA‐Based Membranes Incorporating Functionalized Spanish Broom Derivatives for Sustainable Water Purification

open access: yesENERGY &ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS, EarlyView.
This study investigates Spanish broom (Spartium junceum) as a renewable source for electrospun composite membranes in sustainable water purification. MCC and biochar were functionalized with eco‐friendly precursors and nanomaterials (i.e., HNT, β‐CDs) to develop hybrid PVA nanofiber composites.
Giulia Rando   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

The effect of Urtica dioica extract on the number of astrocytes in the dentate gyrus of diabetic rats [PDF]

open access: yes, 2009
Diabetes mellitus is associated with cerebral alterations in both human and animal models of the disease. These alterations include abnormal expression of hypothalamic neuropeptides and hippocampal astrogliosis.
Afshar, M.   +2 more
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Estimation of badger abundance using faecal DNA typing [PDF]

open access: yes, 2003
1.Wildlife management and conservation programmes often require accurate information on population density, but this can be difficult to obtain, particularly when the species in question is nocturnal or cryptic.
Burke, T.   +6 more
core   +3 more sources

Sensory and chemical profiles of bread derived from the novel semi‐ and wholegrain flour enrichment of Triticum aestivum L. old genotypes with organic stinging nettle

open access: yesJSFA reports, Volume 5, Issue 3, Page 104-112, March 2025.
Abstract Background Bread made from refined Triticum aestivum L. flour, a staple food in large parts of the world, is considered a nutrient security risk. Strategies used to enhance the nutritional and functional properties of wheat‐derived food products include the use of semi‐ or wholegrain flour, old genotypes, and enrichment through fortification ...
Ilaria Marotti   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluation of Himalayan nettle (Urtica ardens) extract meal in common carp (Cyprinus carpio) feed: Impact on growth performance, digestive enzyme activity and antioxidant capacity

open access: yesAquaculture Reports
This research aims to evaluate the impact of an extract derived from the leaves of Himalayan nettle (Urtica ardens) leaf extract on common carp, Cyprinus carpio, growth, digestive enzymes, fish body carcass composition, antioxidant system, and water ...
Sidharth Chauhan   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Characterization of Surface Modified Nettle Fibers for Composite Reinforcement

open access: yesJournal of Natural Fibers, 2022
One of the major issues associated with the use of plant fibers in composite fabrication is their hydrophilic nature, which leads to poor interfacial interaction between the fibers and matrix.
Subramoniapillai Viju, G. Thilagavathi
doaj   +1 more source

Enabling effective urban green space stewardship through planning: A qualitative comparative analysis in Southwest England

open access: yesPeople and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract Amid increasing urbanisation and biodiversity decline, ‘effective stewardship’ of urban green space (UGS) is a complex but critical nature‐based solution for long‐term environmental, social and economic gain. Combining stewardship and sense‐of‐place frameworks with European nature‐based solutions guidance, we investigate which social and ...
Fay Kahane   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development of ice cream nutritionally enriched with Urtica dioica extract

open access: yesFood Materials Research
Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica), a rich source of vital minerals and bioactive components with many health-improving effects, was utilized as an ingredient for the development of popular frozen treat ice cream. The ice cream was prepared by incorporating
Akruti Singh   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

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