Common Names: papaya, pawpaw
Fermented food supplements improved clinical symptoms, reduced inflammation, and increased immune function in COVID-19 patients, according to a study with 188 participants. The findings suggest that fermented tropical fruits may effectively decrease post-COVID symptoms through immune-modulating, redox balancing, and pro-energy mechanisms.
Carica papaya leaf extract used to create eco-friendly gold nanoparticles with efficient photocatalytic and anticancer properties, demonstrating potential for environmental remediation and medical applications.
Researchers mapped serk 2, svp-like, and mdar 4 genes in Carica papaya, confirming diploidy and identifying sex chromosomes. This procedure can be applied to other genes, aiding in cytogenetic mapping and providing new insights into chromosome structure and evolution.
Researchers investigated the anthelmintic potential of plant extracts on gastrointestinal parasites in ruminants. Plants with high polyphenolic content were tested for their effectiveness against Rudolphi. This study aims to find alternative treatments for parasite infections in animals.
Study tested () fruit extract effectiveness against scalp ringworm fungus, including . Shows potential as alternative treatment, but further research on active compounds and toxicity needed.
'Zihui' papaya has purple pericarp due to upregulation of genes involved in anthocyanin synthesis. Understanding this mechanism can enhance fruit marketability and improve visual appeal.
Researchers identified Cannabis sativa L. as a potent inhibitor of MRSA, with cannabidiol and Δ9-THC showing bactericidal action. This plant-based alternative may help combat antimicrobial resistance in bovine biofilm-associated MRSA infections.
Researchers studied medicinal plants used by indigenous communities in Bangladesh for helminth infections. Discovering phytochemicals with anthelmintic activity could lead to new drugs to combat drug-resistant helminthiases in underdeveloped regions.
Plant compound kaempferol was found to have strong binding affinity with SARS-CoV-2 main protease, suggesting potential for new COVID-19 treatment. This research could lead to the development of effective antiviral drugs.
This study aims to document the medicinal plants used in traditional medicine in the Melit area of North Darfur State, Sudan. This information is important for understanding and preserving ethnobotanical knowledge in this region.
This study investigated medicinal plants used by herbalists in Ghana for managing diabetes and hypertension. 39 species of plants were identified, 18 for hypertension, 12 for diabetes, and 9 for both. Some of these plants have potential therapeutic benefits, but clinical studies are needed for confirmation.
Researchers investigated the harmful effects of cadmium on cells, including liver damage, neurotoxicity, and cancer. Current treatments have side effects, so finding safe ways to remove cadmium from the body is crucial.
Nigeria has the highest burden of schistosomiasis in the world. This review summarizes the distribution, prevalence, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive measures. Limited use of diagnostic tools and preventive chemotherapy contribute to the high endemicity in Nigeria. The country has potential for discovering biomarkers and novel plant-derived treatments.
Scientists identified potential compounds, carpaine and punicalagin, in Carica papaya leaves and Punica granatum, that may improve cognition. These compounds were tested on rats, which showed improved memory and reduced GFAP expression in the hippocampus. Promising candidates for treating MCI and MND. (44 words, 260 characters)
The study analyzed two families of transcription factors involved in drought response and found that the wild genotype showed higher expression levels than the commercial genotype, suggesting their importance in drought tolerance. The results also suggest that commercial genotypes may have lost their ability to respond to drought.
Papaya seeds may have anti-cancer properties, potentially benefiting colorectal cancer and other types, warranting further research for therapeutic purposes.
This review examines the use of recombinant interleukin-11 (rhIL-11) and papaya leaf extract (CPLE) for treating thrombocytopenia. rhIL-11 is an FDA-approved treatment with side effects and high cost, while CPLE is a potentially cost-effective alternative.
This study isolated and identified carpaine, a major alkaloid, from dried Carica papaya leaves. A fast HPLC method was developed to quantify carpaine in leaf extract and marketed formulations.