Phytochemistry Studies

Antifungal Activity and Type of Interaction of Melissa officinalis Essential Oil with Antimycotics against Biofilms of Multidrug-Resistant Candida Isolates from Vulvovaginal Mucosa.

This study found that antifungal drugs were often ineffective against vulvovaginal candidosis, but a natural essential oil showed promise. Combining the oil with antifungal drugs could improve treatment outcomes.

Ranđelović M et al (2023).
J Fungi (Basel).
PubMed:
37998884

Prenylated chromones and flavonoids isolated from the roots of Flemingia macrophylla and their anti-lung cancer activity.

Researchers investigated prenylated flavonoids in Flemingia macrophylla, which regulate the p53 protein. The study aims to identify these compounds, evaluate their activity, establish their structure-activity relationship, and understand their mechanisms. This research can provide potential candidates for the development of antitumor drugs.

Wang B et al (2023).
Chin Med.
PubMed:
37996917

Physical stability, microstructure and antimicrobial properties of konjac glucomannan coatings enriched with Litsea cubeba essential oil nanoemulsion and its effect on citruses preservation.

Researchers developed antimicrobial coatings for preserving citruses using konjac glucomannan (KGM) and Litsea cubeba essential oil nanoemulsion (LNE). The coatings showed good stability, inhibited bacterial growth, and maintained the quality of citruses, suggesting their potential for preservation purposes.

Lou S et al (2023).
Int J Biol Macromol.
PubMed:
37995787