Cancer Studies

Anticancer assessment and antibiofilm potential of Laetiporus sulphureus mushroom originated from Serbia.

The Bull. Murrill mushroom extract has antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. It protects probiotics and inhibits cancer cell motility without being cytotoxic.

Jovanović MM et al (2023).
Food Sci Nutr.
PubMed:
37823160

Exploring in vitro and in silico Biological Activities of Calligonum Comosum and Rumex Vesicarius: Implications on Anticancer and Antibacterial Therapeutics.

Study tested different extraction solvents to identify cytotoxic and anti-bacterial effects of medicinal herb extracts. Active metabolites were found with potential as future anti-cancer and anti-bacterial drugs.

Alghamdi SS et al (2023).
Saudi Pharm J.
PubMed:
37822695

Antiproliferative activity and apoptosis-inducing mechanism of Curcuma longa (Turmimax®) on HeLa cell lines.

Curcumin from turmeric has various medicinal qualities and shows anti-cancer properties by impacting biological pathways involved in cancer. Turmimax® has potential as an anti-cancer agent against cervical adenocarcinomas and other cancer types, inducing apoptosis and cell cycle arrest.

Firoz HM et al (2023).
Braz J Biol.
PubMed:
37820211

Anticancer effects of gossypetin from Hibiscus sabdariffa in oral squamous cell carcinoma.

Gossypetin, derived from Hibiscus sabdariffa L., has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. This study explores its potential anticancer effects on oral squamous cell carcinoma. Important for finding new treatments for oral cancer.

Huang K et al (2023).
J Appl Oral Sci.
PubMed:
37820185

In-vitro Antioxidant, In-vitro and In-silico Ovarian Anticancer Activity (Ovarian Cancer Cells-PA1) and Phytochemical Analysis of Cissus quadrangularis L. Ethanolic Extract.

Research shows that Cissus quadrangularis, a plant, holds medicinal properties. This information is relevant for making informed decisions in the field of traditional medicine.

Zhao X et al (2023).
Comb Chem High Throughput Screen.
PubMed:
37818574

Comprehensive phytochemical analysis of lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea L.) from different regions of China and their potential antioxidant and antiproliferative activities.

A study on lingonberry in China found 95 bioactive compounds, with antioxidant activity linked to phenolic, flavonoid, and anthocyanin content. Tahe fruits and Huzhong leaves were found to have strongest antioxidant and antiproliferative effects. These findings have implications for lingonberry development and use.

Xu J et al (2023).
RSC Adv.
PubMed:
37818259

Revolutionizing anti-cancer drug discovery against breast cancer and lung cancer by modification of natural genistein: an advanced computational and drug design approach.

Scientists modified genistein, a compound found in licorice, to enhance its anticancer effects against breast and lung cancer. Computational studies showed improved antineoplastic activity, acceptable ADME profiles, and increased binding affinities to cancer proteins. Further experimental investigation is needed.

Akash S et al (2023).
Front Oncol.
PubMed:
37817764

Evaluation of the effect of herbal agents as management of radiodermatitis in breast cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

They studied how herbal agents can help prevent and treat radiodermatitis in breast cancer patients. It's important because it could offer alternative options for managing skin issues caused by radiation therapy.

Que S et al (2023).
Jpn J Nurs Sci.
PubMed:
37816677