All Studies

Comprehensive analysis of transcriptomics and metabolomics provides insights into the mechanism by plant growth regulators affect the quality of jujube (Ziziphus jujuba Mill.) fruit.

Study of jujube fruit with plant growth regulators uncovered key genes in flavonoid biosynthesis, potential for fruit quality improvement, and metabolic changes. Gibberellin and indole-3-acetic acid levels rose, while abscisic acid fell, revealing molecular mechanisms.

Liu D et al (2024).
PLoS One.
PubMed:
39178226

Volatile Terpene Profiles of Needle and Phloem Tissues of Healthy and Tomicus destruens-Infested Pinus brutia Trees.

Pine trees produce terpenes to defend against the Mediterranean pine shoot beetle. Terpene profiles differ between healthy and infested trees, showing potential for plant-induced defense mechanisms.

Kocabıyık K, Erbilgin N and Semiz G (2024).
J Chem Ecol.
PubMed:
39177885

In Silico Analysis of Calotropis procera-Derived Phytochemicals Targeting 3CL Proteoase of SARS-CoV-2.

Scientists studied phytochemicals from Calotropis Procera as potential drugs against the main protease (3CLp) of SARS-CoV-2. 11 phytochemicals showed promise with strong binding affinity and reactivity. These compounds could be developed as effective drugs against COVID-19.

Shafique T et al (2024).
Mol Biotechnol.
PubMed:
39177861

Genome sequence of Heterobasidion occidentale, a fungus that causes annosus root and butt rot among conifer trees in North America.

Annotated draft genome of pathogenic/saprophytic fungi with root rot in fir and spruce trees. Valuable for understanding disease mechanisms and potential for developing targeted treatments.

Sumampong G et al (2024).
Microbiol Resour Announc.
PubMed:
39177369

Exploring Potential Bioactive Components of Persea americana for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis through Network Pharmacology.

Study used network pharmacology to find potential compounds from avocados for treating rheumatoid arthritis. Important as current RA treatments have limitations, need for new options is crucial.

Akey KS et al (2024).
Curr Rheumatol Rev.
PubMed:
39177142

Glucosinolate extract from radish (Raphanus sativus L.) seed attenuates high-fat diet-induced obesity: insights into gut microbiota and fecal metabolites.

Researchers studied the health effects of radish seed by examining glucosinolates and their transformation into bioactive isothiocyanates by gut bacteria. This can have positive impacts on health.

Zhu Q et al (2024).
Front Nutr.
PubMed:
39176030

Prophylactic impacts of Lagenaria siceraria against cardiomyopathy induced by doxorubicin in a rat model.

Researchers studied the potential of resveratrol to protect against doxorubicin-induced heart damage in cancer treatment. Result: resveratrol showed promise as a protective agent. Important for improving cancer treatment outcomes.

Almohmadi NH et al (2024).
Open Vet J.
PubMed:
39175975