Unearthed opium: development of a UHPLC-MS/MS method for the determination of Papaver somniferum alkaloids in Daunian vessels.

This study developed advanced methods to detect opium alkaloids in ancient ceramic vessels. The findings suggest ancient Daunian civilization may have used opium, providing new insights for further research.

Vincenti F et al (2023).

Front Chem.

DOI:

10.3389/fchem.2023.1238793

PubMed:

37564111

Green synthesis assisted copper nanoparticles using Aegle marmelos leaves extract: Physical, optical and antimicrobial properties.

Aegle marmelos leaf powder was used to synthesize copper nanoparticles with medicinal properties. The nanoparticles showed antimicrobial potential against various bacteria.

Tanwar S et al (2023).

Luminescence.

DOI:

10.1002/bio.4579

PubMed:

37564001

Barley TAPETAL DEVELOPMENT and FUNCTION1 (HvTDF1) gene reveals conserved and unique roles in controlling anther tapetum development in dicot and monocot plants.

Barley HvTDF1 is an essential tapetum transcription factor in pollen development. Its absence leads to male sterility due to delayed tapetum development and pollen degeneration. The study highlights similarities and unique aspects of tapetum development in monocots and dicots.

Hua M et al (2023).

New Phytol.

DOI:

10.1111/nph.19161

PubMed:

37563927

Angelica sinensis polysaccharide ameliorates nonalcoholic fatty liver disease via restoring estrogen-related receptor α expression in liver.

Angelica sinensis polysaccharide (ASP) regulates liver fat accumulation by altering gut microbiota and increasing propionate and butyrate levels. It can be used to prevent nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

Luo L et al (2023).

Phytother Res.

DOI:

10.1002/ptr.7982

PubMed:

37563852

Capparis spinosa Promoted BDNF and Antioxidant Enzyme Levels to Protect Against Learning and Memory Deficits Induced by Scopolamine.

Scientists studied the effects of C. spinosa extract on memory problems in rats treated with Scop. The extract showed potential in improving memory and reducing oxidative stress, suggesting it could be beneficial for Alzheimer's disease.

Hosseini M et al (2023).

Cent Nerv Syst Agents Med Chem.

DOI:

10.2174/1871524923666230719121439

PubMed:

37563815

Genome sequencing reveals the genetic architecture of heterostyly and domestication history of common buckwheat.

Scientists studied the evolution of buckwheat, a crop domesticated in China. They discovered genes involved in self-compatibility and identified the region of domestication. This research will aid in buckwheat research and breeding.

Fawcett JA et al (2023).

Nat Plants.

DOI:

10.1038/s41477-023-01474-1

PubMed:

37563460

Author Correction: The antimicrobial capacity of Cistus salviifolius and Punica granatum plant extracts against clinical pathogens is related to their polyphenolic composition.

Álvarez-Martínez FJ et al (2023).

Sci Rep.

DOI:

10.1038/s41598-023-39602-8

PubMed:

37563180

Reference genome facilitates trait development for faba beans.

Majeed A et al (2023).

Trends Genet.

DOI:

10.1016/j.tig.2023.07.003

PubMed:

37563056