All Studies

Catharanthus roseus (L.) G. Don counteracts the ampicillin resistance in multiple antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus by downregulation of PBP2a synthesis.

Researchers evaluated the mechanism by which an extract from the root of the medicinal plant (L.) G. Don reverses ampicillin resistance in . The extract caused DNA damage, reduced plasmid band intensities, and decreased the expression of PBP2a protein, making the bacteria susceptible to the antibiotic ampicillin.

Antimicrobial Catharanthus roseus
Shil A et al (2023).
Open Life Sci.
DOI:
10.1515/biol-2022-0718
PubMed:
37772260

Neuroprotective potential of Cordia dichotoma in Parkinson's syndrome induced by haloperidol: An animal study.

This study investigated the potential neuroprotective role of [plant name] in a model of haloperidol-induced Parkinson's disease. It aims to find a safe and effective therapeutic regimen to manage this neurodegenerative disorder.

Neuroscience Cordia dichotoma
Bhavani K et al (2023).
Saudi Pharm J.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jsps.2023.101791
PubMed:
37771955

Antioxidant and phytometabolite profiles of ethanolic extract from the cascara pulp of Coffea arabica collected from Gayo Highland: A study for potential anti-photoaging agent.

Researchers extracted and analyzed the compounds in cascara pulp, a coffee by-product, and found high levels of antioxidants. This suggests that cascara pulp could be useful in preventing photoaging. Further research is needed to fully explore its potential benefits.

Immunology Coffea arabica
Lestari W et al (2023).
F1000Res.
DOI:
10.12688/f1000research.126762.2
PubMed:
37771615

Analysis of the response mechanisms of Pinellia ternata to terahertz wave stresses using transcriptome and metabolic data.

Scientists investigated the effects of terahertz radiation (THZ) on the growth of (Thunb.) Breit., a medicinal plant. They found that THZ influenced the transcriptome and metabolome of the plants, leading to changes in growth and phytohormone levels. This study enhances our understanding of plant growth mechanisms.

Genetics Pinellia ternata
Wang D et al (2023).
Front Plant Sci.
DOI:
10.3389/fpls.2023.1227507
PubMed:
37771489

Neuroprotective α-pyrones from Nigrospora oryzae, an endophytic fungus residing in Taxus chinensis var. mairei.

Scientists discovered eight previously unknown pyrones and six known pyrones from an endophytic fungus. Some of these pyrones show potential as neuroprotective agents, making this research important for understanding natural chemical diversity and expanding biofunction possibilities.

Neuroscience Taxus chinensis
Fan ZY et al (2023).
Phytochemistry.
DOI:
10.1016/j.phytochem.2023.113873
PubMed:
37769958

Prunella vulgaris L. attenuates gut dysbiosis and endotoxin leakage against alcoholic liver disease.

Scientists studied the herb Prunella vulgaris L. (PVL) and its potential benefits for the liver. PVL has been traditionally used to protect liver function and has shown potential in treating liver diseases. However, the specific mechanisms by which it benefits mice with alcoholic liver disease (ALD) are still unknown.

Gastroenterology Prunella vulgaris
Rao PL et al (2023).
J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jep.2023.117237
PubMed:
37769885

Identification and Characterization of the Bicupin Gene Family and Functional Analysis of GhBCD11 in Response to Verticillium Wilt in Cotton.

The study found that the protein GhBCD11 in cotton helps degrade oxalic acid produced by the fungus V. dahliae, which causes cotton leaf wilting. GhBCD11 interacts with GhRPL12-3, a ribosomal protein. This is important for improving cotton's resistance to V. dahliae.

Genetics Gossypium hirsutum
Sun Y et al (2023).
Plant Sci.
DOI:
10.1016/j.plantsci.2023.111875
PubMed:
37769874

Lycorine inhibits pancreatic cancer cell growth and neovascularization by inducing Notch1 degradation and downregulating key vasculogenic genes.

Lycorine, a compound from Lycoris radiata herb, inhibits pancreatic cancer cell growth and reduces migration, invasion, neovascularization, and drug resistance, potentially serving as a treatment for pancreatic cancer.

CancerGenetics Lycoris radiata
Qi J et al (2023).
Biochem Pharmacol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.bcp.2023.115833
PubMed:
37769714
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