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Impact of varying light spectral compositions on photosynthesis, morphology, chloroplast ultrastructure, and expression of light-responsive genes in Marchantia polymorpha.

Scientists discovered that red light decreases photosynthesis, while blue light enhances the production of secondary metabolites. Far-red light affects gene expression and morphology. These findings are valuable for studying plant responses to light and can guide future agricultural and horticultural research.

Genetics Marchantia polymorpha
Pashkovskiy P et al (2023).
Plant Physiol Biochem.
DOI:
10.1016/j.plaphy.2023.108044
PubMed:
37776673

Predicting the effects of in-vitro digestion in the bioactivity and bioaccessibility of antioxidant compounds extracted from chestnut shells by supercritical fluid extraction - A metabolomic approach.

This study examines the impact of digestion on the bioactivity of chestnut shell extract. Results show reduced phenolic concentrations but retained antioxidant, hypoglycemic, and neuroprotective properties. Digestion leads to the biotransformation of phenolic compounds. This highlights the potential value of chestnut shell extract as a nutraceutical ingredient.

Immunology Castanea sativa
Pinto D et al (2023).
Food Chem.
DOI:
10.1016/j.foodchem.2023.137581
PubMed:
37776654

Ilexchinene, a new seco-ursane triterpenoid from the leaves of Ilex chinensis with therapeutic effect on neuroinflammation by attenuating the MAPK/NF-κB signaling pathway.

Scientists discovered that the leaves of Ilex chinensis contain triterpenoids with anti-neuroinflammatory properties. These novel compounds have the potential to combat neurodegenerative disorders.

ImmunologyNeuroscience Ilex chinensis
Shao S et al (2023).
Phytomedicine.
DOI:
10.1016/j.phymed.2023.155110
PubMed:
37776618

Room-temperature synthesis of imine-linked magnetic covalent organic polymers in deep eutectic solvents for the extraction of flavonoids and their determination with HPLC-MS/MS.

Scientists synthesized a new magnetic polymer using environmentally friendly solvents. This polymer was used for extraction of flavonoids, achieving good results in terms of linearity, enrichment factors, and detection limits. The method was successfully applied to determine flavonoids in a plant sample.

Phytochemistry Sophora flavescens
Bian Y et al (2023).
Mikrochim Acta.
DOI:
10.1007/s00604-023-05976-9
PubMed:
37776373

Antioxidative and ROS-dependent apoptotic effects of Cuscuta reflexa Roxb. stem against human lung cancer: network pharmacology and in vitro experimental validation.

Study explores stem extract as potential lung cancer treatment with antioxidant and apoptotic properties. Extract showed cytotoxic activity against cancer cells, increasing ROS generation and mitochondrial depolarization. Promising therapeutic strategy.

Cancer Cuscuta reflexa
Elasbali AM et al (2023).
J Biomol Struct Dyn.
DOI:
10.1080/07391102.2023.2263889
PubMed:
37776015

Isolation of phenolic compound from Lawsonia inermis and its prediction as anti-diabetic agent using molecular docking and molecular dynamic simulation.

Scientists isolated and characterized a phenolic compound from the henna plant that has the potential as an anti-diabetic agent. The compound showed a high affinity for specific enzymes and was well-predicted in terms of skin permeability and distribution. Potential for new diabetes medication.

DiabetesPhytochemistry Lawsonia inermis
Musfiroh I et al (2023).
J Biomol Struct Dyn.
DOI:
10.1080/07391102.2023.2262595
PubMed:
37776010

Analyzing genomic variation in cultivated pumpkins and identification of candidate genes controlling seed traits.

This study analyzed pumpkin breeding materials and identified genetic loci controlling seed traits. It found significant variations and mapped 15 loci associated with pumpkin seed traits, aiding commercial breeding and improving seed traits.

Genetics Cucurbita maximaCucurbita moschataCucurbita pepo
Lee CY et al (2023).
Plant Genome.
DOI:
10.1002/tpg2.20393
PubMed:
37776006

Solanum nigrum Linn.: Advances in anti-cancer activity and mechanism in digestive system tumors.

S. nigrum Linn., a traditional Chinese herb, has proven anti-cancer activity against digestive system tumors. Its components include solanine, solasonine, and solamargine. The herb induces apoptosis, cell cycle arrest, autophagy, and more, making it a potential standardized anti-tumor drug for further clinical trials.

Cancer Solanum nigrum
Pei H et al (2023).
Med Oncol.
DOI:
10.1007/s12032-023-02167-7
PubMed:
37775552
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