Unraveling the Mechanism of Curculiginis Rhizoma in Suppressing Cisplatin Resistance in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: An Experimental Study.

Study investigates Curculiginis Rhizoma (CR) mixed with cisplatin to combat chemoresistance in NSCLC. Results show potential to enhance drug sensitivity by targeting ABC transporters. Crucial for improving chemotherapy outcomes in lung cancer.

Huang X et al (2024).

Onco Targets Ther.

DOI:

10.2147/OTT.S448636

PubMed:

38895133

Combination of Brucea javanica oil emulsion and Aidi injection associated with the long‑term survival of a patient with colon cancer and lung metastases post‑chemotherapy: A case report.

Two plant-derived products, BJOE and ADI, show promise in treating CRC with limited options, allowing a patient with resectable lung metastases to achieve >5 years progression-free survival. More research needed, but offers hope for future treatments.

Song J et al (2024).

Oncol Lett.

DOI:

10.3892/ol.2024.14494

PubMed:

38895054

Optimization of Flavonoid Extraction from Abelmoschus manihot Flowers Using Ultrasonic Techniques: Predictive Modeling through Response Surface Methodology and Deep Neural Network and Biological Activity Assessment.

Sun Z et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29112610

PubMed:

38893486

Exploring Phenolic Compounds Extraction from Saffron (C. sativus) Floral By-Products Using Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction, Deep Eutectic Solvent Extraction, and Subcritical Water Extraction.

Masala V et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29112600

PubMed:

38893476

Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Petiveria alliacea L. Phytochemicals: A Computational Study on Inhibiting SARS-CoV-2's Main Protease (Mpro).

Researchers investigated the potential of L. (L.)-mediated phytocompounds for treating SARS-CoV-2. Top candidates myricitrin, engeletin, astilbin showed stable binding and favorable pharmacokinetics in silico, suggesting potential as safe COVID-19 therapies.

Ali MA et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29112524

PubMed:

38893400

Anti-Obesity Activities of the Compounds from Perilla frutescens var. acuta and Chemical Profiling of the Extract.

Researchers found compounds in var. that inhibit fat cell formation and promote fat burning. This could lead to new treatments for obesity.

Youn I et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29112465

PubMed:

38893341

In Vitro and Molecular Docking Evaluation of the Anticholinesterase and Antidiabetic Effects of Compounds from Terminalia macroptera Guill. & Perr. (Combretaceae).

Compounds from a medicinal plant inhibit cholinesterases and are potential therapies for Alzheimer's disease and diabetes. Ellagic acid derivatives show promising enzyme inhibition. Good for your research!

Feunaing RT et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29112456

PubMed:

38893333

Stability of Bioactive Compounds and Antioxidant Activity in Rosehip Juice (Rosa spp.).

Peña F et al (2024).

Molecules.

DOI:

10.3390/molecules29112448

PubMed:

38893324