Socotra Island is one of the most biodiversity rich and distinct islands in the world and hosts one of the oldest ecosystems on Earth. Located in the Indian Ocean, the Socotra ecosystem is uniquely characterized by in...Socotra Island is one of the most biodiversity rich and distinct islands in the world and hosts one of the oldest ecosystems on Earth. Located in the Indian Ocean, the Socotra ecosystem is uniquely characterized by incredible rare species of endemic flora, fauna and marine biodiversity, a third of which are found nowhere else on the Earth. The objective of this paper is to review the current status of conservation efforts and propose recommendations for the preservation of this island’s fragile ecosystem in order to conserve its unique biodiversity and endemism, which will otherwise perish in oblivion forever.展开更多
The increasing use of fossil fuels has a significant impact on the environment and ecosystem,which increases the rate of pollution.Given the high potential of renewable energy sources inYemen and the absence of simila...The increasing use of fossil fuels has a significant impact on the environment and ecosystem,which increases the rate of pollution.Given the high potential of renewable energy sources inYemen and the absence of similar studies in the region,this study aims to examine the potential of wind energy in Socotra Island.This was done by analyzing and evaluating wind properties,determining available energy density,calculating wind energy extracted at different altitudes,and then computing the capacity factor for a number of wind turbines and determining the best.The average wind speed in Socotra Island was obtained from the Civil Aviation and Meteorology Authority data,only for the five-year data currently available.The results showed high wind speeds from June to September(9.85-14.88 m/s)while the wind speed decreased for the rest of the year.The average wind speed in the five years was 7.95 m/s.The average annual wind speed,wind energy density,and annual energy density were calculated at different altitudes(10,30,and 50 m).According to the International Wind Energy Rating criteria,the region of Socotra Island falls under Category 7 and is classified as‘Superb’for most of the year.This study provides useful information for developing wind energy and an efficient wind approach.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate the performance of preliminary phytochemical,antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of Dracaena cinnabari Balf.f.(Agavaceae)(D.cinnabari)resin,collected from Socotra Island(Yemen).Methods:The p...Objective:To evaluate the performance of preliminary phytochemical,antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of Dracaena cinnabari Balf.f.(Agavaceae)(D.cinnabari)resin,collected from Socotra Island(Yemen).Methods:The powdered stem resin is extracted with different solvents by using Soxhlet apparatus and evaluated for antioxidant and antimicrobial activity against three Gram positive bacteria(Bacillus cereus NCIM 2106,Staphylococcus aureus NCIM 2127,and Micrococcus luteus NCIM 2169),seven Gram negative bacteria(Escherichia coli NCIM 2924,Pseudomonas aeruginosa NCIM 2863,Salmonella typhimurium NCIM 2501,Klebsiella aerogenes NCIM 2281,Proteus morganii NCIM 2860,Escherichia coli dh5α,Escherichia coli CSH)and three fungi(Candida albicans MTCC 227,Aspergillus flavus MTCC 873,Aspergillus niger MTCC 1781).Results:The antimicrobial activity data revealed that,the selected microorganisms possess varied sensitivity response to chloroform extract followed by methanol and benzene extract of D.cinnabari stem resin.The samples also possess a potent DPPH,OH and SO radical scavenging activity.In addition,the preliminary phytochemical analysis demonstrated the presence of alkaloids,flavonoids,terpenoids and other organic compounds which could be reason for antimicrobial activities of D.cinnabari resin.Conclusions:The present study is strengthened for the discovery and development of new antioxidant and antimicrobial drugs from D.cinnabari resin which encourage us to continue with pure fractions.展开更多
文摘Socotra Island is one of the most biodiversity rich and distinct islands in the world and hosts one of the oldest ecosystems on Earth. Located in the Indian Ocean, the Socotra ecosystem is uniquely characterized by incredible rare species of endemic flora, fauna and marine biodiversity, a third of which are found nowhere else on the Earth. The objective of this paper is to review the current status of conservation efforts and propose recommendations for the preservation of this island’s fragile ecosystem in order to conserve its unique biodiversity and endemism, which will otherwise perish in oblivion forever.
基金The author extends his appreciation to the Deanship of Scientific Research at King Khalid University for funding this work under Grant Number(R.G.P.2/25/42),Received by Fahd N.Al-Wesabi.www.kku.edu.sa.
文摘The increasing use of fossil fuels has a significant impact on the environment and ecosystem,which increases the rate of pollution.Given the high potential of renewable energy sources inYemen and the absence of similar studies in the region,this study aims to examine the potential of wind energy in Socotra Island.This was done by analyzing and evaluating wind properties,determining available energy density,calculating wind energy extracted at different altitudes,and then computing the capacity factor for a number of wind turbines and determining the best.The average wind speed in Socotra Island was obtained from the Civil Aviation and Meteorology Authority data,only for the five-year data currently available.The results showed high wind speeds from June to September(9.85-14.88 m/s)while the wind speed decreased for the rest of the year.The average wind speed in the five years was 7.95 m/s.The average annual wind speed,wind energy density,and annual energy density were calculated at different altitudes(10,30,and 50 m).According to the International Wind Energy Rating criteria,the region of Socotra Island falls under Category 7 and is classified as‘Superb’for most of the year.This study provides useful information for developing wind energy and an efficient wind approach.
基金Supported by Professor,Tukaram Angadrao Kadam,Head of Department Of Microbiology,School of Life Sciences,S.R.T.M.University,Nanded,Maharashtra,India and Ministry Of Higher Education and Scientific Research,Sana’a,Yemen.
文摘Objective:To evaluate the performance of preliminary phytochemical,antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of Dracaena cinnabari Balf.f.(Agavaceae)(D.cinnabari)resin,collected from Socotra Island(Yemen).Methods:The powdered stem resin is extracted with different solvents by using Soxhlet apparatus and evaluated for antioxidant and antimicrobial activity against three Gram positive bacteria(Bacillus cereus NCIM 2106,Staphylococcus aureus NCIM 2127,and Micrococcus luteus NCIM 2169),seven Gram negative bacteria(Escherichia coli NCIM 2924,Pseudomonas aeruginosa NCIM 2863,Salmonella typhimurium NCIM 2501,Klebsiella aerogenes NCIM 2281,Proteus morganii NCIM 2860,Escherichia coli dh5α,Escherichia coli CSH)and three fungi(Candida albicans MTCC 227,Aspergillus flavus MTCC 873,Aspergillus niger MTCC 1781).Results:The antimicrobial activity data revealed that,the selected microorganisms possess varied sensitivity response to chloroform extract followed by methanol and benzene extract of D.cinnabari stem resin.The samples also possess a potent DPPH,OH and SO radical scavenging activity.In addition,the preliminary phytochemical analysis demonstrated the presence of alkaloids,flavonoids,terpenoids and other organic compounds which could be reason for antimicrobial activities of D.cinnabari resin.Conclusions:The present study is strengthened for the discovery and development of new antioxidant and antimicrobial drugs from D.cinnabari resin which encourage us to continue with pure fractions.
