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Transcriptome, Plant Hormone, and Metabolome Analysis Reveals the Mechanism of Purple Pericarp Formation in 'Zihui' Papaya (Carica papaya L.).

'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.

Wu X et al (2024).
Molecules.
PubMed:
38611765

Plant-Assisted Synthesis of Ag-Based Nanoparticles on Cotton: Antimicrobial and Cytotoxicity Studies.

Ag-based nanoparticles were synthesized using plant extracts on cotton fabric, showing excellent antifungal and antibacterial activity. Stable and non-toxic, they are promising for medical applications.

Krkobabić A et al (2024).
Molecules.
PubMed:
38611727

Antidiabetic Properties of the Root Extracts of Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) and Burdock (Arctium lappa).

Preclinical study on dandelion and burdock roots suggest potential antidiabetic properties. Burdock had higher antioxidant and hypoglycemic activity, dandelion had higher total polysaccharide. Further research needed for in vivo validation.

Zolotova D et al (2024).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
38611548