Cancer Studies

Structure Elucidation of a Novel Polysaccharide Isolated from Euonymus fortunei and Establishing Its Antioxidant and Anticancer Properties.

Researchers optimized extraction of polysaccharides from EFPs with high antioxidant activity, superior to ASPs and LBPs. EFPs inhibited SKOV3 cell proliferation and induced apoptosis, showing potential for further use in research.

Luo Y et al (2024).
Int J Anal Chem.
PubMed:
38827786

Structure and antitumor activity of a polysaccharide from Rosa roxburghii.

Scientists found a polysaccharide in Rosa roxburghii that could help fight cancer. It inhibits tumor growth, suppresses angiogenesis, and activates the immune system. Potential for cancer treatment.

Liu W et al (2024).
Int J Biol Macromol.
PubMed:
38825289

Phytofabrication of biocompatible zinc oxide nanoparticle using Gymnema sylvestre and its potent in vitro antibacterial, antibiofilm, and cytotoxicity against human breast cancer cells (MDA-MB-231).

Green-synthesized ZnONPs from Gymnema sylvestre exhibit antibacterial, antibiofilm, and cytotoxic properties against breast cancer cells. These nanoparticles show promise as drug carriers for cancer therapy and biofilm-related infections.

Kavipriya R and Ramasubburayan R (2024).
Bioprocess Biosyst Eng.
PubMed:
38819452

Unlocking nature's potential: anticancer potential of Helichrysum sanguineum (L.) Kostel on breast cancer cells and its chemical composition.

Anticancer properties of Asteraceae family plant extract investigated on breast cancer cells. Induces apoptosis, cell cycle arrest, and inhibits proliferation. Safe for healthy cells. Contains flavonoids, terpenoids, phenolic compounds. Potential natural agent for breast cancer treatment.

Yabalak E et al (2024).
Int J Environ Health Res.
PubMed:
38817209

An update on existing therapeutic options and status of novel anti-metastatic agents in breast cancer: Elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying the pleiotropic action of Withania somnifera (Indian ginseng) in breast cancer attenuation.

Significant advancements in drug technology have led to promising anti-breast cancer properties of Withania somnifera. It can be used as a prophylactic or therapeutic adjunct to improve treatment outcomes and understanding of breast cancer progression.

Srivastava A et al (2024).
Int Immunopharmacol.
PubMed:
38815352

[Stellera chamaejasme against multidrug resistance of triple-negative breast cancer MDA-MB-231 cell through Nrf2].

SCL extract inhibits multidrug resistance in triple-negative breast cancer cells by suppressing Keap1/Nrf2 pathway, increasing ROS levels, and inducing apoptosis. Promising for overcoming drug resistance in breast cancer.

Zeng R et al (2024).
Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi.
PubMed:
38812237