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Chem Biodivers.

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PubMed:

37751472

Anti-osteoporosis effects of triterpenoids from the fruit of sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) through the promotion of osteoblast differentiation in mesenchymal stem cells, C3H10T1/2.

Researchers isolated bioactive compounds from sea buckthorn fruits. Triterpenes and fatty acids promoted osteoblast differentiation and increased expression of bone formation-related genes. Ursolic aldehyde showed the most potent effect and could potentially be used to promote bone health.

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37751030

Genetic mapping, identification, and characterization of a candidate susceptibility gene for powdery mildew in Cannabis sativa L.

Researchers developed biparental populations of Cannabis sativa to study powdery mildew (PM) susceptibility. They identified a major QTL on chromosome 1 and smaller QTLs on four other chromosomes, suggesting a mutated MLO susceptibility gene that could be used to develop resistant cultivars. (42 words)

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PubMed:

37750850

Polyphyllin I induces ferroptosis in castration-resistant prostate cancer cells through the ERK/DNMT1/ACSL4 axis.

The researchers studied the effects of a compound called Polyphyllin I (PPI) on castration-resistant prostate cancer cells. PPI showed potential as a treatment and the study explored its mechanism of action.

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37750290

Genome-wide identification and analysis of the evolution and expression pattern of the SBP gene family in two Chimonanthus species.

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37749345

Publisher Correction: Solanum americanum genome-assisted discovery of immune receptors that detect potato late blight pathogen effectors.

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37749249

The yield of common buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum Moench) depends on the genotype but not on the Pin-to-Thrum ratio.

Study on buckwheat flowering biology found balanced flower ratio in the field, not indoors. Genotype affected flower numbers, abortion, and seed production. Nectar composition changed during different flowering stages.

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Sci Rep.

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PubMed:

37749231

Phytochemical characterization, anti-diarrhoeal, analgesic, anti-inflammatory activities and toxicity profile of Ananas comosus (L.) Merr (pineapple) leaf in albino rats.

Researchers investigated the medicinal properties of pineapple leaf in treating various health issues. Understanding these properties can help in developing new treatments for diarrhoea, inflammation, pain, bacterial infections, and oedema.

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37748634