Anticancer, antimicrobial and antioxidant activity of CuO-ZnO bimetallic nanoparticles: green synthesised from Eryngium foetidum leaf extract.

E. foetidum leaf extract was used to synthesize CuO-ZnO nanoparticles with potential anti-cancer, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. Results show promising cytotoxic effects on breast cancer cells and potent antimicrobial activity against various strains.

Daimari J and Deka AK (2024).

Sci Rep.

DOI:

10.1038/s41598-024-69847-w

PubMed:

39174638

Antifungal, molecular docking and cytotoxic effect of the essential oil of Cymbopogon citratus (DC) Stapf. and Cymbopogon nardus (L.) Rendle against Candida albicans.

Researchers in Brazil studied essential oils from Cymbopogon citratus and C. nardus for their antimicrobial potential against Candida albicans. The oils showed effectiveness against both planktonic and biofilm forms of the fungus, with low toxicity and potential for therapeutic applications.

Prado GM et al (2024).

An Acad Bras Cienc.

DOI:

10.1590/0001-3765202420230309

PubMed:

39166649

Correction to "Stable Axially Chiral Isomers of Arylnaphthalene Lignan Glycosides with Antiviral Potential Discovered from Justicia procumbens".

Zhao Y et al (2024).

J Org Chem.

DOI:

10.1021/acs.joc.4c01633

PubMed:

39163518

Discovery of petroselinic acid with in vitro and in vivo antifungal activity by targeting fructose-1,6-bisphosphate aldolase.

Researchers identified an increasing incidence of Candida albicans infections. Current antifungal drugs have limited efficacy, drug resistance, high toxicity, and cost. Urgent need for new antifungal drugs.

Wang XR et al (2024).

Phytomedicine.

DOI:

10.1016/j.phymed.2024.155948

PubMed:

39153276

Encapsulation of eucalyptus and Litsea cubeba essential oils using zein nanopolymer: Preparation, characterization, storage stability, and antifungal evaluation.

Zein nanoparticles loaded with eucalyptus and Litsea cubeba essential oils show antifungal activity against Colletotrichum lindemuthianum, protecting bean crops. The nanoparticles are stable, physically and thermally, demonstrating potential as a biofungicide for crop protection.

Barros JMHF et al (2024).

Int J Biol Macromol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134690

PubMed:

39142480

Hybrid Organic-Inorganic Copper and Cobalt Complexes for Antimicrobial Potential Applications.

Researchers synthesized hybrid organic-inorganic complexes of copper and cobalt to enhance the bioavailability and solubility of curcumin, a potent natural chemical with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. This study evaluates their antimicrobial potential against various pathogens.

Al-Jameel SS et al (2024).

Cell Physiol Biochem.

DOI:

10.33594/000000718

PubMed:

39137299

Predictive Assessment of the Antiviral Properties of Imperata cylindrica against SARS-CoV-2.

Study found plant-derived phytochemicals with high binding affinities to SARS-CoV-2 main protease. Tabanone showed potential as a safe antiviral agent. Further research needed to validate findings for alternative therapeutic options.

Tatsing Foka FE and Tumelo Mufhandu H (2024).

Adv Virol.

DOI:

10.1155/2024/8598708

PubMed:

39135917

Antifungal, Insecticidal, and Repellent Activities of Rosmarinus officinalis Essential Oil and Molecular Docking of Its Constituents against Acetylcholinesterase and β-Tubulin.

Study analyzed rosemary essential oil phytochemical composition, antifungal, insecticidal properties. Major components: 1,8-cineole, -pinene, camphor. Effective against fungi, kills insects, repels them. Borneol active against insect acetylcholinesterase, -caryophyllene against -tubulin. Potential eco-friendly bioinsecticide.

Houzi G et al (2024).

Scientifica (Cairo).

DOI:

10.1155/2024/5558041

PubMed:

39135848