Functionalized nanoencapsulated Curcuma longa essential oil in chitosan nanopolymer and their application for antioxidant and antimicrobial efficacy.

Encapsulating Curcuma longa oil in chitosan nanopolymer enhances its antibacterial and antifungal effectiveness, inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria and fungi. This research suggests that encapsulated CLEO could be a promising food preservative, improving its antimicrobial properties.

Sindhu M et al (2023).

Int J Biol Macromol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126387

PubMed:

37595727

Metabolomics study of the hepatoprotective effect of total flavonoids of Mallotus apelta leaf in carbon tetrachloride-induced liver fibrosis in rats.

Mallotus apelta leaf has anti-fibrosis activity, but its mechanism is unclear. This study used urine metabolomics to identify potential biomarkers and found that M. apelta leaf could improve liver fibrosis by regulating certain metabolic pathways. TNF may be a potential target gene for this treatment.

Ye Y et al (2023).

Biomed Chromatogr.

DOI:

10.1002/bmc.5711

PubMed:

37593807

Physicochemical Characterization and Evaluation of Ficus vasta Gum as a Binder in Tablet Formulation.

Yayehrad AT et al (2023).

Biomed Res Int.

DOI:

10.1155/2023/8852784

PubMed:

37593524

A Validated High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography Technique for Routine Analysis of Curcumin in Four Different Species of Curcuma Viz. C. amada, C. caesia, C. longa and C. zedoaria.

This study developed a new method using high-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC) to analyze curcumin in different Curcuma species. The results showed different curcumin content between extraction methods and recommended HPTLC for routine quality testing.

Gangal A et al (2023).

J Chromatogr Sci.

DOI:

10.1093/chromsci/bmad063

PubMed:

37592890

Data Base similarity (DBsimilarity) of natural products to aid compound identification on MS and NMR pipelines, similarity networking, and more.

DBsimilarity is a tool that helps natural product chemists easily organize structure databases into similarity networks, aiding in information visualization without requiring coding skills.

Borges RM et al (2023).

Phytochem Anal.

DOI:

10.1002/pca.3277

PubMed:

37592443

Resequencing of global Lotus corniculatus accessions reveals population distribution and genetic loci, associated with cyanogenic glycosides accumulation and growth traits.

Researchers investigated the molecular genetics and genomic relationships of Lotus corniculatus, an adaptable and valuable forage plant with ecological restoration potential. Results will enhance understanding and utilization of this species.

Chen C et al (2023).

BMC Biol.

DOI:

10.1186/s12915-023-01670-7

PubMed:

37592232

Akebia saponin D from Dipsacus asper wall. Ex C.B. Clarke ameliorates skeletal muscle insulin resistance through activation of IGF1R/AMPK signaling pathway.

Dipsacus asper is a popular herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine for improving musculoskeletal health. Akebia saponin D, derived from this herb, has potential benefits for osteoporosis, liver protection, and heart health.

Shu Y et al (2023).

J Ethnopharmacol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jep.2023.117049

PubMed:

37591362

Biosynthesis approach of zinc oxide nanoparticles for aqueous phosphorous removal: physicochemical properties and antibacterial activities.

This study found that zinc oxide nanoparticles produced using onion extracts effectively remove phosphorus from water. The nanoparticles have high sorption capacity and antimicrobial activity, making them promising for water treatment.

Khamis M, Gouda GA and Nagiub AM (2023).

BMC Chem.

DOI:

10.1186/s13065-023-01012-2

PubMed:

37587477