Mutations overlying the miR172 target site of TOE-type genes are prime candidate variants for the double-flower trait in mei.

Gattolin S et al (2024).

Sci Rep.

DOI:

10.1038/s41598-024-57589-8

PubMed:

38538684

Composition and antimicrobial activity of Rosmarinus officinalis L. and Artemisia monosperma L. leaf essential oils and methanolic extracts from plants grown in normal and saline habitats in Egypt.

Researchers studied how salinity affects medicinal plants in Egypt. Salty soil boosted essential oil and antioxidant production in rosemary and Artemisia. Salty conditions altered oil components and mineral uptake, increasing plant defense against microbes.

Soliman MM et al (2024).

Sci Rep.

DOI:

10.1038/s41598-024-57301-w

PubMed:

38538682

Antimicrobial activity of essential oils against biofilms formed in dental acrylic resin: a systematic review of in vitro studies.

Study evaluated essential oils for antimicrobial activity against biofilms on dental acrylic resin. EOs of and showed higher action than standard treatments. EOs could be effective in reducing biofilm on dental acrylic resin.

Carvalho-Silva JM et al (2024).

Biofouling.

DOI:

10.1080/08927014.2024.2332709

PubMed:

38538551

The Mechanism of Polygonum Hydropiper L-Coptis Chinensis in the Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis Based on Network Pharmacology and Experimental Validation.

Zhu F et al (2024).

Front Biosci (Landmark Ed).

DOI:

10.31083/j.fbl2903093

PubMed:

38538280

The Protective Effects of Ecdysterone on Cognitive Impairment through Regulating Akt/GSK-3β/Nrf2 Signaling Pathway and Oxidative Stress in Cognitive Mice Model and Aβ-Induced Cell Neurotoxicity.

Researchers studied how ecdysterone, a compound in Blume, can improve cognitive dysfunction in conditions like Alzheimer's by reducing oxidative stress through Nrf2 activation. This could lead to potential treatment options.

Xing H et al (2024).

Front Biosci (Landmark Ed).

DOI:

10.31083/j.fbl2903109

PubMed:

38538266

Brain Mitochondria as a Therapeutic Target for Carnosic Acid.

CA from and is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound that protects mitochondria in brain cells, potentially aiding in cytoprotection and mitochondrial renewal through Nrf2 activation and regulation of mitochondrial quality control pathways.

Infantino V et al (2024).

J Integr Neurosci.

DOI:

10.31083/j.jin2303053

PubMed:

38538219

Insights into the phytochemical composition and antioxidant potential of the Tunisian Ceratonia siliqua L.

Dammak A et al (2024).

Fitoterapia.

DOI:

10.1016/j.fitote.2024.105919

PubMed:

38537888

Chemometric guided isolation of new triterpenoid saponins as acetylcholinesterase inhibitors from seeds of Achyranthes bidentata Blume.

Researchers identified new compounds in Achyranthes bidentata seeds, potentially useful for treating various health conditions. Compound 23 showed promising acetylcholinesterase inhibitory activity, indicating potential therapeutic value. This study highlights the importance of using chemometric approaches for phytochemical exploration.

Puri S et al (2024).

Fitoterapia.

DOI:

10.1016/j.fitote.2024.105925

PubMed:

38537885