Biogenic Synthesis and Characterisation of Novel Potassium Nanoparticles by Capparis spinosa Flower Extract and Evaluation of Their Potential Antibacterial, Anti-biofilm and Antibiotic Development.

Researchers synthesized novel potassium nanoparticles (KO NPs) using flower extract, showing antibacterial and anti-biofilm activity against multidrug-resistant bacteria. KO NPs could enhance conventional antibiotics, offering potential for pharmaceutical and medical applications.

El-Subeyhi M et al (2024).

Indian J Microbiol.

DOI:

10.1007/s12088-024-01190-0

PubMed:

39010993

Kalanchoe pinnata (Lam.) Pers. Leaf ethanolic extract exerts selective anticancer activity through ROS-induced apoptotic cell death in human cancer cell lines.

Faundes-Gandolfo N et al (2024).

BMC Complement Med Ther.

DOI:

10.1186/s12906-024-04570-7

PubMed:

39010075

Dipsacoside B ameliorates cognitive impairment in sepsis-associated encephalopathy by reducing Th17 cell infiltration and neuroinflammation.

Study showed Dipsacoside B (DB) from Chuan Xu Duan plant alleviates cognitive decline in sepsis-associated encephalopathy (SAE) mice by reducing blood-brain barrier impairment and Th17 cell infiltration. Potential treatment for SAE-related cognitive deficits.

Peng S et al (2024).

Biochem Pharmacol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.bcp.2024.116428

PubMed:

39009096

The Psathyrostachys juncea DWARF27 gene encodes an all-trans-/9-cis-beta-carotene isomerase in the control of plant branches in Arabidopsis thaliana by strigolactones.

Ren X et al (2024).

G3 (Bethesda).

DOI:

10.1093/g3journal/jkae147

PubMed:

39008417

Therapeutic potential of Buddleja Polystachya Fresen (stem and leaves) extracts: antimicrobial and cytotoxic properties for ocular disease management.

Study on Buddleja polystachya shows potential for treating ocular diseases and cancer. Stem extracts have high cytotoxic effects on cancer cells. Leaf extracts are effective against ocular infections. Important for developing new treatments.

Alghamdi AH et al (2024).

Discov Oncol.

DOI:

10.1007/s12672-024-01138-2

PubMed:

39008141

Therapeutic potential of silver nanoparticles from Helianthemum lippii extract for mitigating cadmium-induced hepatotoxicity: liver function parameters, oxidative stress, and histopathology in wistar rats.

Laib I et al (2024).

Front Bioeng Biotechnol.

DOI:

10.3389/fbioe.2024.1400542

PubMed:

39007052

Alchornea laxiflora (Benth.) Pax & K. Hoffman extract protects against lead-induced neurodegeneration in cockerel chickens.

Study used (EaAL) leaves to counter lead-induced neurodegeneration in cockerels. EaAL reduced neuropathologies, restored myelin, outperforming Vitamin C. Exercise caution at 200 mg/kg.

Esan OO et al (2024).

IBRO Neurosci Rep.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ibneur.2024.06.004

PubMed:

39006923

A novel tomato interspecific (Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme and Solanum pimpinellifolium) MAGIC population facilitates trait association and candidate gene discovery in untapped exotic germplasm.

Arrones A et al (2024).

Hortic Res.

DOI:

10.1093/hr/uhae154

PubMed:

39005998