Designing and fabrication of colloidal nano-phytosomes with gamma-oryzanol and phosphatidylcholine for encapsulation and delivery of polyphenol-rich extract from pomegranate peel.

Andishmand H et al (2024).

Int J Biol Macromol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.128501

PubMed:

38040148

β-asarone improves cognitive impairment and alleviates autophagy in mice with vascular dementia via the cAMP/PKA/CREB pathway.

Researchers investigated the potential of β-asarone, a compound found in a plant called Acorus tatarinowii Schott, to reduce damage in cells deprived of oxygen and improve learning and memory. The study aims to determine if β-asarone can alleviate cerebral ischemic injury in mice with vascular dementia by acting through the cAMP/PKA/CREB pathway.

Ning Z et al (2023).

Phytomedicine.

DOI:

10.1016/j.phymed.2023.155215

PubMed:

38039902

Zinc oxide nanoparticles alleviate chromium-induced oxidative stress by modulating physio-biochemical aspects and organic acids in chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.).

Researchers investigated the effects of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) on alleviating chromium (Cr) stress in chickpea plants. ZnO-NP application improved plant growth, reduced Cr accumulation, and minimized oxidative stress. These findings suggest that ZnO-NPs could be used for sustainable agricultural development.

Singh D et al (2023).

Plant Physiol Biochem.

DOI:

10.1016/j.plaphy.2023.108166

PubMed:

38039586

Chemical Composition of Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) Extracts, Potential Inhibition of SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein-ACE2 Binding and ACE2 Activity, and Radical Scavenging Capacity.

Thyme extracts inhibited SARS-CoV-2 spike protein-ACE2 interaction and ACE2 activity. They also showed strong antioxidant properties. Thyme extract could potentially prevent and reduce complications from SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Yao Y et al (2023).

J Agric Food Chem.

DOI:

10.1021/acs.jafc.3c05432

PubMed:

38039415

DNA barcoding identification of grafted Semen Ziziphi Spinosae and transcriptome study of wild Semen Ziziphi Spinosae.

Grafting improves Semen Ziziphi Spinosae (SZS) yield and quality. Genetic and transcriptome analysis reveal differences between grafted and wild SZS.

Wu M et al (2023).

PLoS One.

DOI:

10.1371/journal.pone.0294944

PubMed:

38039317

Effects of orally administered Thymus vulgaris leaves on memory, anxiety, depression, and sleep quality in university students: a randomized controlled trial.

This study looked at how consuming Thymus vulgaris leaves affected memory, anxiety, depression, and sleep quality in university students. Results and relevance to your lab?

Alqudah A et al (2023).

Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci.

DOI:

10.26355/eurrev_202311_34447

PubMed:

38039009

Identification of Novel Alkaloids from Portulaca oleracea L. and Characterization of Their Pharmacokinetics and GLP-1 Secretion-Promoting Activity in STC-1 Cells.

Six new alkaloids found in L plant can lower blood glucose levels by stimulating the release of GLP-1, potentially offering preventive and therapeutic benefits for diabetes. One compound displayed higher GLP-1 secretion and faster absorption than existing diabetes medication nateglinide.

Su W et al (2023).

J Agric Food Chem.

DOI:

10.1021/acs.jafc.3c05191

PubMed:

38038649

Antitumor Activity of a Lectin Purified from Punica Granatum Pulps against Ehrlich Ascites Carcinoma (EAC) Cells.

Scientists isolated a lectin from P. granatum fruit and discovered its potential anti-cancer properties. This could lead to new treatments or therapies for cancer.

Nurujjaman et al (2023).

Anticancer Agents Med Chem.

DOI:

10.2174/0118715206269394231124093423

PubMed:

38037833