Cymbopogon citratus L. essential oil as a potential anti-biofilm agent active against antibiotic-resistant bacteria isolated from chronic rhinosinusitis patients.

Lemongrass essential oil (EO) has strong antibiofilm activity against antibiotic-resistant bacteria causing chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). It inhibits biofilm formation, disrupts biofilm matrix, and increases bacterial motility, making it a potential anti-biofilm agent for CRS treatment.

Khosakueng M et al (2024).

Biofouling.

DOI:

10.1080/08927014.2024.2305387

PubMed:

38286789

Facile exfoliation and physicochemical characterization of Thespesia populnea plant leaves based bioplasticizer macromolecules reinforced with polylactic acid biofilms for packaging applications.

Jenix Rino J et al (2024).

Int J Biol Macromol.

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10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.129771

PubMed:

38286386

Cycads: A comprehensive review of its botany, traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology and toxicology.

Cycads possess therapeutic qualities with potential for treating cancer, infections, and diabetes. However, more research is required due to toxicity concerns and limited understanding.

Du Q et al (2024).

Phytochemistry.

DOI:

10.1016/j.phytochem.2024.114001

PubMed:

38286200

Variability in Chemical Composition and Biochemical Activities of Mentha x piperita L. Essential Oil, in Response to Mycorrhizal Symbiosis and Heavy Metal Stress.

Djerrad Z, Terfi S and Brakchi L (2024).

Chem Biodivers.

DOI:

10.1002/cbdv.202301980

PubMed:

38285970

Physicochemical and Functional Properties of Moringa Seed Protein Treated with Ultrasound.

Ultrasonic treatment improved the functional properties of Moringa protein concentrate (MPC). Protein solubility, emulsion capacity, and foaming capacity increased by 42%, 33%, and 73% respectively, compared to untreated MPC. This was due to the exposure of hydrophilic groups and changes in secondary and tertiary structures.

Asif MN et al (2024).

ACS Omega.

DOI:

10.1021/acsomega.3c09323

PubMed:

38284023

Integrated metabolome and transcriptome analysis identifies candidate genes involved in triterpenoid saponin biosynthesis in leaves of Centella asiatica (L.) Urban.

Researchers conducted a comprehensive analysis of metabolome and transcriptome to understand triterpenoid saponin biosynthesis in leaves. They identified key candidate genes associated with synthesis and accumulation of triterpenoid saponins. This can lead to further research on molecular mechanisms in medicinal plants.

Wan L et al (2024).

Front Plant Sci.

DOI:

10.3389/fpls.2023.1295186

PubMed:

38283979

Transcriptome-wide analysis of PIP reductase gene family identified a phenylpropene synthase crucial for the biosynthesis of dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans in Schisandra chinensis.

Qiang T et al (2023).

Synth Syst Biotechnol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.synbio.2023.11.011

PubMed:

38283950

Unlocking the potential of Rosa roxburghii Tratt polyphenol: a novel approach to treating acute lung injury from a perspective of the lung-gut axis.

Researchers found that polyphenols from Rosa roxburghii Tratt plant can prevent and treat acute lung injury (ALI) in mice by regulating gut microbiota. This suggests the potential of using functional foods to alleviate ALI and improve gut health.

Tang L et al (2024).

Front Microbiol.

DOI:

10.3389/fmicb.2024.1351295

PubMed:

38282971