Immunology Studies

[Essential oil of Cinnamomum camphora mitigates depression-like behavior in mice by regulating Nrf2/HO-1 pathway and inhibiting inflammatory cytokines].

Cinnamon camphor essential oil may help treat depression by regulating inflammatory pathways in the brain. This study shows it reduced depressive behaviors in mice and lowered cytokine levels. These results support using essential oils for depression treatment.

Zhang YJ et al (2024).
Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi.
PubMed:
38621882

Analysis of Primary and Secondary Metabolites, Physical Properties, Antioxidant and Antidiabetic Activities, and Chemical Composition of Rosmarinus officinalis Essential Oils under Differential Water Stress Conditions.

Researchers found that increased water stress affects essential oil quality and bioactivity. Optimal water management can improve antioxidant and antidiabetic properties of essential oils, with implications for healthcare and agriculture.

Laftouhi A et al (2024).
ACS Omega.
PubMed:
38617605

Anti-Inflammatory, Analgesic, Functional Improvement, and Chondroprotective Effects of Erigeron breviscapus (Vant.) Hand.-Mazz. Extract in Osteoarthritis: An In Vivo and In Vitro Study.

East Asian herbal medicine EB shows potential as a treatment for osteoarthritis by reducing inflammation and pain, and inhibiting cartilage destruction. Further research is needed to confirm its efficacy.

Jo HG et al (2024).
Nutrients.
PubMed:
38613068

Hybrid Materials Obtained by Immobilization of Biosynthesized Ag Nanoparticles with Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activity.

Nanoparticles made with sage extract showed high antioxidant and antimicrobial activity, especially when supported on STb silica. The study demonstrates the potential of these materials for antimicrobial applications in both dark and light conditions.

Petcu G et al (2024).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
38612814