All Studies

Camptothecin bioprocessing from Aspergillus terreus, an endophyte of Catharanthus roseus: antiproliferative activity, topoisomerase inhibition and cell cycle analysis.

A strain of Aspergillus terreus in the medicinal plant Catharanthus roseus produces camptothecin (CPT), which exhibits anticancer and wound healing properties. Adding sterilized C. roseus leaves can restore CPT production, making A. terreus a potential source for industrial CPT production.

El-Sayed ASA et al (2024).
Microb Cell Fact.
PubMed:
38183118

Mitochondrial DNA editing in potato through mitoTALEN and mitoTALECD: molecular characterization and stability of editing events.

This study tested two gene editing techniques, mitoTALEN and mitoTALECD, on potato mitochondria to knockout a specific genetic sequence. It is important for potential use in improving vegetatively propagated crops.

Nicolia A et al (2024).
Plant Methods.
PubMed:
38183104

A chromosome-level genome assembly for Onobrychis viciifolia reveals gene copy number gain underlying enhanced proanthocyanidin biosynthesis.

Scientists analyzed the genome of sainfoin, a forage plant with medicinal properties, and found that it has a high number of genes involved in the production of beneficial compounds. This study enhances our knowledge of leguminous plants and their secondary metabolites.

He J et al (2024).
Commun Biol.
PubMed:
38182881

Modulation of antioxidant defense and PSII components by exogenously applied acetate mitigates salinity stress in Avena sativa.

Sodium acetate can mitigate the detrimental effects of salinity stress in oat plants. It improves plant growth, chlorophyll content, and antioxidant defense system, ensuring osmoprotection even under stressful conditions. Sodium acetate positively impacts various plant development parameters, especially photosynthetic activity.

Kappachery S et al (2024).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
38182773

Exploration of neuroprotective effect from Coriandrum sativum L. ethanolic seeds extracts on brain of obese rats.

Coriander seed extract was given to obese rats for 12 weeks. It reduced oxidative stress and cellular senescence markers, while increasing antioxidants. It could be a neuroprotective agent.

Hardiany NS et al (2024).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
38182767

Exploring the versatility of sesquiterpene biosynthesis in guava plants: a comparative genome-wide analysis of two cultivars.

Study finds variation in terpene profiles in guava cultivars due to genetic diversity and regulation, impacting essential oil chemotypes and adaptability to different habitats.

Canal D et al (2024).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
38182724