Molecular insights into the antioxidant and anticancer properties: A comprehensive analysis through molecular modeling, docking, and dynamics studies.

Researchers evaluated Solanum virginianum seeds for therapeutic compounds. Methanol extract showed highest phenolic & flavonoid content, antioxidant activity, and promising anticancer potential. This study emphasizes the importance of natural compounds in drug discovery.

Banu HS et al (2024).

J Cell Biochem.

DOI:

10.1002/jcb.30564

PubMed:

38747366

Mitigating Effect of Lepidium sativum Seeds Oil on Ovarian Oxidative Stress, DNA Abnormality and Hormonal Disturbances Induced by Acrylamide in Rats.

L. sativum seeds oil contains antioxidants that protect rats' ovaries from acrylamide damage, reducing levels of harmful compounds and improving reproductive health. This may offer a new treatment for female infertility.

Aboul Naser AF, El-Feky AM and Hamed MA (2024).

Chem Biodivers.

DOI:

10.1002/cbdv.202400062

PubMed:

38743868

Codonopsis pilosula-derived glycopeptide dCP1 promotes the polarization of tumor-associated macrophage from M2-like to M1 phenotype.

Glycopeptide dCP1 from Codonopsis pilosula extracts can convert tumor-promoting M2-like tumor-associated macrophages (TAM) into tumor-suppressive M1 phenotype, potential for tumor treatment.

Liu H, Yao M and Ren J (2024).

Cancer Immunol Immunother.

DOI:

10.1007/s00262-024-03694-6

PubMed:

38743074

Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Zingiber officinale and Ocimum gratissimum Formulation for Its Anti-inflammatory and Antidiabetic Activity: An In Vitro Study.

Researchers synthesized silver nanoparticles using herbal extracts from ginger and onion, showing significant anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic effects in vitro. This green synthesis method could lead to new pharmaceutical treatments for diabetes and inflammation.

Anandachockalingam A et al (2024).

Cureus.

DOI:

10.7759/cureus.58098

PubMed:

38741855

Evaluation of hemostatic, anti-inflammatory, wound healing, skin irritation and allergy, and antimicrobial properties of active fraction from the ethanol extract of Chromolaena odorata (L.) R.M. King & H. Rob.

Study explored the medicinal uses of Chromolaena odorata herb. It is effective against leech bites, wounds, burns, infections, and dental issues in tropical areas. Consider for potential treatments in your lab.

Li HF et al (2024).

J Ethnopharmacol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jep.2024.118330

PubMed:

38740109

Four alkaloids from Portulaca oleracea L. and their anti-inflammatory.

Liu J et al (2024).

Nat Prod Res.

DOI:

10.1080/14786419.2024.2352145

PubMed:

38738736

Hedyotis diffusa Willd inhibits inflammation and oxidative stress to protect against chronic prostatitis via the NRF2/ARE signaling pathway.

Mo J, Xia K and Wu C (2024).

Environ Toxicol.

DOI:

10.1002/tox.24298

PubMed:

38738704

Kaempferol derivatives from Hippophae rhamnoides Linn. ameliorate H2O2-induced oxidative stress in SH-SY5Y cells by upregulating Nrf2.

Ding J et al (2024).

Chem Biodivers.

DOI:

10.1002/cbdv.202400145

PubMed:

38738490