Immunology Studies

Comparative analysis of chemical profiles, antioxidant, antibacterial, and anticancer effects of essential oils of two Thymus species from Montenegro.

Thyme essential oils from Montenegro have antioxidant, antibacterial, and anticancer properties. TVEO had higher cytotoxic effects and tumor-suppressive properties than TSEO, making them potential candidates for cancer treatment.

Preljević K et al (2024).
Fitoterapia.
PubMed:
38428618

Bruceantinol targeting STAT3 exerts promising antitumor effects in in vitro and in vivo osteosarcoma models.

Bruceantinol (BOL) from Brucea javanica inhibits growth and metastasis of osteosarcoma cells by binding to STAT3, showing promise as a therapeutic agent for OS.

Miao J et al (2024).
Mol Carcinog.
PubMed:
38426797

Antioxidant polysaccharide-enriched fractions obtained from olive leaves by ultrasound-assisted extraction with α-amylase inhibition, and antiproliferative activities.

Researchers extracted polysaccharide-rich materials from olive leaves, finding antioxidant, alpha-amylase inhibition, and antiproliferative activities. The extract showed potential for functional food development due to synergistic effects of its compounds.

Elayeb R et al (2024).
3 Biotech.
PubMed:
38425411

Effect of the partial substitution of mango and ground chia on the antioxidant capacity in the elaboration of nectar based on sachatomate.

Chia and sachatomate substituted for mango in nectar increase antioxidant capacity, improving health. Sample 12 showed highest levels in DPPH and ABTS methods, making it ideal for consumption.

Rivera TJC et al (2024).
Braz J Biol.
PubMed:
38422270