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Phytochemical Properties of Crataegus azarolus Berries Decoction Extract and Evaluation of its Protective Activity Against Acetic Acid-Induced Ulcerative Colitis in Rats.

The researchers found that the extract from berries had a protective effect against ulcerative colitis induced by acetic acid in rats. The extract showed antioxidant activity and reduced damage to the colon by stimulating mucus secretion and reducing inflammation. This suggests that the extract could be a potential treatment for ulcerative colitis.

GastroenterologyPhytochemistry Crataegus azarolus
Sammari H et al (2024).
Dose Response.
DOI:
10.1177/15593258241226890
PubMed:
38223297

Cardioprotective effect of Sanguisorba minor against isoprenaline-induced myocardial infarction in rats.

This study showed that the herb () has potent antioxidant activity and can reduce oxidative stress in the heart. It protected against isoprenaline-induced heart injury and could be a potential alternative therapy for cardiovascular diseases.

Cardiology Sanguisorba minor
Hosseini A et al (2023).
Front Pharmacol.
DOI:
10.3389/fphar.2023.1305816
PubMed:
38223198

Complete chloroplast genome sequence of Pinus tabuliformis var. henryi (Mast.) C.T.Kuan 1983 (Pinaceae).

Scientists sequenced the chloroplast genome of a rare subtropical pine. The genome was 119,634 base pairs long and contained 114 genes. This study provides new data for taxonomic and phylogenetic studies of Pinus.

Genetics Pinus tabuliformis
Wang X et al (2024).
Mitochondrial DNA B Resour.
DOI:
10.1080/23802359.2023.2301013
PubMed:
38222979

Creating saponin-free yellow pea seeds by CRISPR/Cas9-enabled mutagenesis on β-amyrin synthase.

Scientists use CRISPR/Cas9 to edit a gene in pea seeds, resulting in a 99.8% reduction in bitter compounds. Protein levels increase while starch decreases. Potential for improving pea cultivars using this technique is promising but more research is needed for real-world applications.

GeneticsPhytochemistry Pisum sativum
Hodgins CL et al (2024).
Plant Direct.
DOI:
10.1002/pld3.563
PubMed:
38222934

Essential Oil of Matricaria chamomilla Alleviate Psoriatic-Like Skin Inflammation by Inhibiting PI3K/Akt/mTOR and p38MAPK Signaling Pathway.

Researchers investigated the potential of German chamomile essential oil for treating skin inflammation. This study fills in the knowledge gap and offers a natural remedy option for dermatologists to consider.

ImmunologyPhytochemistry Matricaria chamomilla
Chen G et al (2024).
Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol.
DOI:
10.2147/CCID.S445008
PubMed:
38222858

Development of virus-induced genome editing methods in Solanaceous crops.

Scientists developed two virus-induced genome editing (VIGE) methods for Solanaceous plants using TRV and PVX vectors. VIGE showed high mutation rates of 40.3% and 36.5%, and heat treatment increased editing efficiency by 33% to 76%. The methods can be applied to other Solanaceous crops.

Genetics Solanum melongena
Lee SY et al (2023).
Hortic Res.
DOI:
10.1093/hr/uhad233
PubMed:
38222822

Improvement of biochemical and antioxidant responses of borage (Borago officinalis L.) under drought stress conditions with the use of vermicompost and zinc sulfate.

Zinc sulfate and vermicompost alleviate drought stress in Borage plants by increasing chlorophyll levels, improving water content, reducing cell damage, and increasing biomass.

Immunology Borago officinalis
Behzadi Y et al (2023).
Physiol Mol Biol Plants.
DOI:
10.1007/s12298-023-01363-z
PubMed:
38222282
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