All Studies

Computational Approaches to Designing Antiviral Drugs against COVID-19: A Comprehensive Review.

This review explores the use of computational techniques and AI in developing antiviral agents for COVID-19. It identifies potential compounds and stresses the need for experimental validation to expedite the search for effective treatments.

Singh MP et al (2023).
Curr Pharm Des.
PubMed:
37916490

Green synthesized silver nanoparticles using the plant-based reducing agent Matricaria chamomilla induce cell death in colorectal cancer cells.

Researchers used chamomile to synthesize silver nanoparticles (SNs) with anticancer properties, providing a safe and natural alternative to chemotherapy. This could potentially reduce side effects and offer a more affordable and eco-friendly treatment option for cancer.

Abdellatif AAH et al (2023).
Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci.
PubMed:
37916381

The prevalence and pattern of complementary and alternative medicine use among cancer patients in a tertiary oncology center: a cross-sectional study.

CAM is commonly used to treat cancer, but patients mistakenly believe it is safer than conventional treatments. Important to consider patient beliefs and educate them on evidence-based treatments to ensure best care.

Almouaalamy NA et al (2023).
Ann Med Surg (Lond).
PubMed:
37915654

Identification of bioactive compounds from Vaccinium vitis-idaea L. (Lingonberry) as inhibitors for treating KRAS-associated cancer: a computational approach.

Study finds Lingonberry plant compounds with potential to treat KRAS-associated lung cancer, including arbutin, (+)-catechin, and sinapic acid.

Ilesanmi A et al (2023).
In Silico Pharmacol.
PubMed:
37915613

Targeted control of supporting pathways in paclitaxel biosynthesis with CRISPR-guided methylation.

Scientists used CRISPR-guided DNA methylation and chemical inhibitors to control the phenylpropanoid pathway in plant cell cultures, increasing production of paclitaxel, an anticancer drug. This method can be used for metabolic engineering in plant cell cultures to produce valuable compounds.

Brzycki Newton C, Young EM and Roberts SC (2023).
Front Bioeng Biotechnol.
PubMed:
37915547

Green synthesis, characterization, antibacterial, and antifungal activity of copper oxide nanoparticles derived from Morinda citrifolia leaf extract.

The researchers synthesized copper oxide nanoparticles using Morinda citrifolia leaf extract. The nanoparticles were stable and had strong antibacterial and antifungal activity. They suggest that these nanoparticles could be used in biomedicine.

Priya M et al (2023).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
37914791

Characterization of the physicochemical properties of Lipu Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott starch: A potential new food ingredient.

Lipu taro starch has lower amylose content and smaller particle size compared to cassava starch and wheat starch, resulting in superior emulsification properties and thermal stability, but inferior mechanical strength in gel formation.

Huang G et al (2023).
Int J Biol Macromol.
PubMed:
37913879