Cancer Studies

Green synthesized Cobalt oxide nanoparticles using Curcuma longa for anti-oxidant, antimicrobial, dye degradation and anti-cancer property.

Curcuma longa (turmeric) was used to synthesize environmentally friendly and economical cobalt oxide nanoparticles. These nanoparticles showed antioxidant, antimicrobial, bioremediation, and anticancer properties.

AntimicrobialCancer Curcuma longa
Shanmuganathan R et al (2023).
Environ Res.
DOI:
10.1016/j.envres.2023.116747
PubMed:
37500035

Artesunate alleviates 5-fluorouracil-induced intestinal damage by suppressing cellular senescence and enhances its antitumor activity.

Researchers investigated the potential of the drug artesunate in treating intestinal mucositis, a common side effect of the chemotherapy drug 5-FU in colorectal cancer patients. Artesunate has shown effectiveness against various health conditions. This study aimed to find new treatments for 5-FU side effects.

CancerGastroenterology Artemisia annua
Xia J et al (2023).
Discov Oncol.
DOI:
10.1007/s12672-023-00747-7
PubMed:
37498338

Development of Pegylated Nano-Phytosome Formulation with Oleuropein and Rutin to Compare Anti-Colonic Cancer Activity with Olea Europaea Leaves Extract.

Olive leaf extract contains oleuropein and rutin, which have potential as cancer treatments. Loading them into PEGylated Nano-phytosomes enhances their effectiveness and stability, making them promising options for tumor-targeted therapy.

Cancer Olea europaea
Mahmood TH et al (2023).
Chem Biodivers.
DOI:
10.1002/cbdv.202300534
PubMed:
37498138

Exploring the antibacterial, antidiabetic, and anticancer potential of Mentha arvensis extract through in-silico and in-vitro analysis.

The study investigates the potential medicinal properties of Mentha arvensis through chemical analysis and laboratory testing, with implications for drug development.

CancerDiabetes Mentha arvensis
Faisal S et al (2023).
BMC Complement Med Ther.
DOI:
10.1186/s12906-023-04072-y
PubMed:
37496047

Phyto-progestins for the treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding without organic cause in women at high risk for breast cancer and breast cancer survivors: a prospective, pilot study.

Researchers studied the effects of DV, VAC, and D plants on breast cancer survivors or those with genetic risk factors experiencing unexplained uterine bleeding. Results could have implications for treatment options.

Cancer Vitex agnus-castus
Grandi G et al (2023).
Gynecol Endocrinol.
DOI:
10.1080/09513590.2023.2239936
PubMed:
37494965

Antimicrobial Efficacy of Essential Oils and Their Combination Against Microorganisms Associated With Postradiation Therapy in Patients With Head and Neck Cancer: An In Vitro Study.

Cinnamon and Cajeput essential oils (EOs) showed good antimicrobial activity against common microorganisms in head and neck cancer patients post-radiotherapy, comparable to chlorhexidine.

AntimicrobialCancer Cinnamomum verum
Shah MA et al (2023).
Cureus.
DOI:
10.7759/cureus.40768
PubMed:
37485104

Sanguisorba officinalis L. enhances the 5-fluorouracil sensitivity and overcomes chemoresistance in 5-fluorouracil-resistant colorectal cancer cells via Ras/MEK/ERK and PI3K/Akt pathways.

This study investigated the potential of the traditional Chinese medicine DiYu (DY) to improve the sensitivity and overcome drug resistance in colorectal cancer cells. The results could help identify alternative therapies for drug-resistant cancer.

CancerGastroenterology Sanguisorba officinalis
Zhang W et al (2023).
Heliyon.
DOI:
10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e16798
PubMed:
37484409

Anticancer activity of thymoquinone against breast cancer cells: Mechanisms of action and delivery approaches.

Nigella Sativa's compound, thymoquinone (TQ), has anti-cancer properties and can inhibit various tumorigenic processes. TQ can be encapsulated in nanocarriers to enhance its effectiveness against breast cancer. This study is important for scientists and clinical investigators.

Cancer Nigella sativa
Shabani H et al (2023).
Biomed Pharmacother.
DOI:
10.1016/j.biopha.2023.114972
PubMed:
37481931
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