All Studies

Viscum album Induces Apoptosis by Regulating STAT3 Signaling Pathway in Breast Cancer Cells.

This study investigated the anticancer effects of a parasitic plant (VaM) on breast cancer cells. VaM inhibited cell growth, induced cell death, and suppressed cancer signaling pathways. Combining VaM with low-dose doxorubicin showed promising results in treating breast cancer.

CancerImmunology Viscum album
Park YR et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
DOI:
10.3390/ijms241511988
PubMed:
37569363

Asiaticoside Mitigates Alzheimer's Disease Pathology by Attenuating Inflammation and Enhancing Synaptic Function.

Asiaticoside (AS) reduced cognitive dysfunction and neuroinflammation in AD mice by inhibiting microglia activation and the p38 MAPK pathway, suggesting AS as a potential AD treatment.

ImmunologyNeuroscience Centella asiatica
Liu S et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
DOI:
10.3390/ijms241511976
PubMed:
37569347

Development and Characterization of Antioxidant and Antibacterial Films Based on Potato Starch Incorporating Viola odorata Extract to Improve the Oxidative and Microbiological Quality of Chicken Fillets during Refrigerated Storage.

Active films made from potato starch containing extract (VOE) showed increased antioxidant and antibacterial activity in vitro and in chicken fillets. These films can extend the shelf life of chicken fillets during cold storage for at least eight days.

Immunology Viola odorata
Nikmanesh A, Baghaei H and Mohammadi Nafchi A (2023).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods12152955
PubMed:
37569224

Chemical Composition, Antibacterial and Antibiofilm Actions of Oregano (Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum) Essential Oil against Salmonella Typhimurium and Listeria monocytogenes.

This study found that oregano essential oil has strong antimicrobial properties against foodborne pathogens and biofilms, making it a potential candidate for food and health applications.

Phytochemistry Origanum vulgare
Kolypetri S et al (2023).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods12152893
PubMed:
37569162

Anti-Inflammatory and Gut Microbiota Modulation Potentials of Flavonoids Extracted from Passiflora foetida Fruits.

This study found that fruit extract reduced inflammation and altered gut microbiota, promoting beneficial bacteria and short-chain fatty acid production. It has potential as a natural anti-inflammatory agent.

GastroenterologyImmunologyPhytochemistry Passiflora foetida
Han X et al (2023).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods12152889
PubMed:
37569158

DNA-free high-quality RNA extraction from 39 difficult-to-extract plant species (representing seasonal tissues and tissue types) of 32 families, and its validation for downstream molecular applications.

This study focuses on improving the extraction of high-quality RNA from diverse plants for downstream molecular analysis, which is essential for studying gene expression in response to environmental factors.

Genetics Conocarpus erectus
Sasi S et al (2023).
Plant Methods.
DOI:
10.1186/s13007-023-01063-5
PubMed:
37568159

Relative mutagenic effectiveness and efficiency of chemical mutagens (Caffeine and EMS) and heavy metals [(Pb(NO(3))(2) and Cd(NO(3))(2))] in developing chlorophyll and morphological mutants in lentil.

This study examines the mutagenic effectiveness and efficiency of caffeine, EMS, Pb(NO), and Cd(NO) in crop improvement. It found that moderate concentrations of these mutagens resulted in the highest frequency of desirable mutations. Caffeine, at lower doses, was the most efficient mutagen. The study also identified ten promising mutants with favorable agronomic and horticultural traits for future breeding.

Genetics Lens culinaris
Shahwar D et al (2023).
Mutat Res Genet Toxicol Environ Mutagen.
DOI:
10.1016/j.mrgentox.2023.503668
PubMed:
37567648

Influence of diluent on antimicrobial activity of cinnamon bark essential oil vapor against Staphylococcus aureus and Salmonella enterica on a laboratory medium and beef jerky.

Researchers studied the impact of chemical diluents on the antimicrobial activity of cinnamon bark essential oil vapor, finding that the type of diluent used influences its effectiveness against bacteria. This knowledge is crucial for creating effective decontamination methods for food and food-contact surfaces with essential oils.

AntimicrobialPhytochemistry Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Lee T et al (2023).
Food Microbiol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.fm.2023.104335
PubMed:
37567638
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