Enhancing Performance and Emission Characteristics of Biodiesel-Operated Compression Ignition Engines through Low Heat Rejection Mode and Antioxidant Additives: A Review.

Biodiesel can be used as a substitute for diesel fuel in compression ignition engines without significant modifications. Through the use of biodiesel made from different sources and adding an antioxidant, performance and emission issues can be resolved.

Rajendran S et al (2023).

ACS Omega.

DOI:

10.1021/acsomega.3c03252

PubMed:

37779972

Hederasaponin C inhibits LPS-induced acute kidney injury in mice by targeting TLR4 and regulating the PIP2/NF-κB/NLRP3 signaling pathway.

Han S et al (2023).

Phytother Res.

DOI:

10.1002/ptr.8014

PubMed:

37778741

The raw and vinegar-processed Curcuma phaeocaulis Val. ameliorate TAA-induced zebrafish liver injury by inhibiting TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB signaling pathway.

Gao T et al (2023).

J Ethnopharmacol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jep.2023.117246

PubMed:

37778523

Antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic properties of endophytic fungi isolated from Thysanolaena maxima Roxb., Dracaena spicata Roxb. and Aglaonema hookerianum Schott.

Hoque N et al (2023).

BMC Complement Med Ther.

DOI:

10.1186/s12906-023-04185-4

PubMed:

37777711

Prophylactic effects of dietary caper (Capparis spinosa) extracts on the control of Streptococcus agalactiae infection, growth, immune-antioxidant, and inflammation cytokine responses of Nile tilapia fingerlings.

In vitro, caper extracts showed antibacterial activity against Streptococcus agalactiae. In Nile tilapia, dietary caper extracts increased immune activity, reduced inflammation, and improved resistance to S. agalactiae infection. 2.0g EE/kg feed had the most significant effects.

Abdel-Razek N et al (2023).

Fish Shellfish Immunol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.fsi.2023.109126

PubMed:

37777101

Acemannan ameliorates STZ-activated diabetes by attenuating high glucose via inhibiting inflammatory cytokines and apoptosis pathway.

Acemannan, a polysaccharide in Aloe vera, shows potential as an anti-diabetic agent. It effectively improved various biochemical parameters and had strong binding affinity to inflammatory markers. It could be a valuable treatment option for diabetes.

Omer AB et al (2023).

Int J Biol Macromol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127127

PubMed:

37776926

Predicting the effects of in-vitro digestion in the bioactivity and bioaccessibility of antioxidant compounds extracted from chestnut shells by supercritical fluid extraction - A metabolomic approach.

This study examines the impact of digestion on the bioactivity of chestnut shell extract. Results show reduced phenolic concentrations but retained antioxidant, hypoglycemic, and neuroprotective properties. Digestion leads to the biotransformation of phenolic compounds. This highlights the potential value of chestnut shell extract as a nutraceutical ingredient.

Pinto D et al (2023).

Food Chem.

DOI:

10.1016/j.foodchem.2023.137581

PubMed:

37776654

Ilexchinene, a new seco-ursane triterpenoid from the leaves of Ilex chinensis with therapeutic effect on neuroinflammation by attenuating the MAPK/NF-κB signaling pathway.

Scientists discovered that the leaves of Ilex chinensis contain triterpenoids with anti-neuroinflammatory properties. These novel compounds have the potential to combat neurodegenerative disorders.

Shao S et al (2023).

Phytomedicine.

DOI:

10.1016/j.phymed.2023.155110

PubMed:

37776618