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Chemistry, Applied
Jingyun Zheng, Baiyi Lu, Baojun Xu
Summary: The review provides new findings on the health effects of edible flowers since 2015, highlighting previously less mentioned benefits like anti-osteoporosis, anti-obesity, and anti-hypertensive properties. Newly discovered phytochemicals, such as polysaccharides, have been found to be beneficial for human health. Toxicity studies show that flower extracts are safe at levels of hundreds of parts per million in cell and animal models.
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Horticulture
Alessandrina Ascencio-Arteaga, Silvia Luna-Suarez, Jeanette G. Cardenas-Valdovinos, Ernesto Oregel-Zamudio, Guadalupe Oyoque-Salcedo, Jose A. Ceja-Diaz, Maria Angoa-Perez, Hortencia G. Mena-Violante
Summary: The effect of edible coatings based on candelilla wax and guar gum on the quality and shelf life of blackberries was evaluated. The results showed that EC3 potentially prolonged the shelf life of blackberries by reducing decay and physiological weight loss. EC3 also maintained pH, gradually reduced firmness, and increased TSS content in blackberries.
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Plant Sciences
Mmbulaheni Happiness Netshimbupfe, Jacques Berner, Frank van der Kooy, Olakunle Oladimeji, Chrisna Gouws
Summary: Drought and heat stress affect the accumulation of bioactive compounds in leafy vegetables. This study investigated their influence on phenolic and flavonoid compounds in Amaranthus species. The results showed a positive effect of drought and heat stress on the accumulation of caffeic acid and rutin. Cultivating these species in semi-arid and arid areas is feasible.
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Chemistry, Applied
Catarina Brito, Taciana Bertotti, Maria Joao Primitivo, Marta Neves, Cristiana L. Pires, Pedro F. Cruz, Patricia A. T. Martins, Ana Cristina Rodrigues, Maria Joao Moreno, Rui M. M. Brito, Maria Jorge Campos, Daniela C. Vaz, Maria Fernanda Pessoa, Fernando Lidon, Fernando Reboredo, Vania S. Ribeiro
Summary: Edible wild plants, such as the white crowberry, are part of the ethnobotanical and gastronomic heritage of different geographical areas. The white crowberry is rich in nutrients and antioxidants, with studies showing potential beneficial effects at low concentrations.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Alfred Nyero, Godwin Upoki Anywar, Innocent Achaye, Geoffrey Maxwell Malinga
Summary: This study evaluated the phytochemical constituents and antioxidant potential of common wild edible plants in northern Uganda. The results showed the presence of various phytochemicals and significant antioxidant activity in all the plants. Regular consumption of these plants could provide health benefits by protecting against oxidative stress-related diseases.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2023)
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Food Science & Technology
Duangjai Tungmunnithum, Samantha Drouet, Jose Manuel Lorenzo, Christophe Hano
Summary: This study investigated the phytochemical compositions and antioxidant potentials of 50 populations of Fabaceae from different locations in Thailand, revealing high heterogeneity in polyphenols accumulations. The findings contribute to better knowledge for the nutraceutical and phytopharmaceutical sectors in seeking potential raw plant materials.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sneh Punia Bangar, Kawaljit Singh Sandhu, Alexandru Vasile Rusu, Pinderpal Kaur, Sukhvinder Singh Purewal, Maninder Kaur, Navneet Kaur, Monica Trif
Summary: This investigation explored the functional and antioxidant properties of proso millet starch and films, highlighting the higher antioxidant activity of methanol extracts and their potential commercial value in producing antioxidant-rich pharmaceuticals and food products.
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Chemistry, Applied
Rajesh Kumar Sharma, Neha Sharma, Umesh Kumar, Sher Singh Samant
Summary: The study explored the antioxidant properties, total phenolic, and flavonoid contents in methanol extracts of Olea ferruginea Royle, Olea europaea L., and Tilia europaea L. in the northwest Indian Himalaya. It was found that O. ferruginea plant's stem bark and leaf extracts had the highest phenolic and flavonoid contents, along with strong antioxidant activities. Additionally, T. europaea plant's stem bark also exhibited significant antioxidant activity.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Magdalena Wozniak, Agnieszka Waskiewicz, Izabela Ratajczak
Summary: Edible nuts are an important part of a healthy diet, and their consumption has a positive impact on human health by reducing the risk of cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. The phenolic profile and mineral elements content of nine tree nut types and peanuts commonly available on the Polish market were evaluated. The results showed significant variation in the phenolic compounds and mineral concentrations among the different types of nuts.
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Chemistry, Applied
Zhi Xiang Ng, Yvonne Tyng Tying Koick, Phaik Har Yong
Summary: This study compared the total phenolic and flavonoid contents, radical scavenging, and cytotoxic activities of five medicinal plants with two dietary plants. The results showed that the medicinal plants had lower TPC and TFC compared to Z. officinale, with G. uralensis having the highest activities. The TPC, TFC, radical scavenging, and cytotoxic activities were positively correlated, and all medicinal plants were considered safe for consumption.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Sidonia Martinez, Carlota Fuentes, Javier Carballo
Summary: The sweet chestnut fruit is of great importance in southern European countries due to its economic, environmental, and health benefits. This study investigated the antioxidant activity and chemical composition of different varieties of chestnuts grown in various regions of northwest Spain, and found that climate and geographic factors significantly affect the quality and potential of chestnuts.
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Plant Sciences
Mirela Uzelac, Barbara Sladonja, Ivana Sola, Slavica Dudas, Josipa Bilic, Ibukun M. Famuyide, Lyndy J. McGaw, Jacobus N. Eloff, Maja Mikulic-Petkovsek, Danijela Poljuha
Summary: Black locust, an invasive tree in Europe, has a rich composition of phenolic compounds with potential pharmaceutical use. The study conducted LC-MS screening of black locust from Croatia and found that the leaves had higher levels of total phenolics, flavonoids, and antioxidant capacity compared to the flowers. Ethanol extracts showed higher levels of total phenolics and non-flavonoids. A total of 64 compounds were identified, with flavonols and hydroxycinnamic acid derivatives being the most commonly represented. The extracts exhibited promising quorum sensing, biofilm prevention, and eradicating capacity.
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Agronomy
Su-Yan Wang, Yi-Bo Pang, Yuan Tao, Xin-Chi Shi, Yun-Jiao Zhang, Yan-Xia Wang, Yong-Hui Jiang, Xin-Yu Ji, Bing-Lin Wang, Daniela D. Herrera-Balandrano, Pedro Laborda
Summary: In this study, it was found that dipicolinic acid (DPA) can enhance kiwifruit resistance to Botrytis cinerea by increasing its antioxidant capacity and inducing the accumulation of antifungal phenolics. DPA also activates several defense genes in kiwifruit. Moreover, DPA at a concentration of 5 mM exhibits better antifungal effects on kiwifruit than commercial fungicides.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2023)
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Horticulture
Halil Ibrahim Ozturk, Hazel Nas, Melek Ekinci, Metin Turan, Sezai Ercisli, Haluk Kemal Narmanlioglu, Ertan Yildirim, Amine Assouguem, Rafa Almeer, Amany A. Sayed, Ilaria Peluso
Summary: This study evaluated the antioxidant activities, phenolic compounds, and hormone contents of 12 species of edible wild plants consumed by the local people in the Ergan Mountain region of Turkey. Results showed that Polygonum cognatum and Malva neglecta had higher antioxidant enzyme activity, phenolic compounds, and hormone content compared to other species. The findings suggest that these wild vegetables are a valuable source of natural antioxidants and should be further investigated for their potential as functional foods.
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Agronomy
Tabasum Ara, Sabeeha Shafi, Mohammed Ghazwani, Javid Iqbal Mir, Abdul Haseeb Shah, Raies A. Qadri, Abdulrahim R. Hakami, Mohammad Khalid, Umme Hani, Shadma Wahab
Summary: Walnut leaves are rich in nutrients, minerals, and antioxidants, and have high antioxidant, anticancer, and antifungal activities.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Parikshit Gogoi, Zhe Zhang, Zhishuai Geng, Wei Liu, Weize Hu, Yulin Deng
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Chemistry, Applied
Rumi Kotoky, Manobjyoti Bordoloi, Archana Yadav, Kashyap J. Tamuli, Surovi Saikia, Partha P. Dutta, Prodip P. Khound, Siddhartha P. Saikia
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2019)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Momita Das, Raghuram Kandimalla, Bhaskarjyoti Gogoi, Krishna Nayani Dutta, Paramita Choudhury, Rajlakshmi Devi, Partha Pratim Dutta, Narayan Chandra Talukdar, Suman Kumar Samanta
PHARMACOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2019)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Manobjyoti Bordoloi, Ranjan K. Sahoo, Kashyap J. Tamuli, Surovi Saikia, Partha P. Dutta
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
J. Devi, S. Sharma, S. Kumar, D. K. Jindal, P. P. Dutta, D. Kumar
Summary: A series of transition metal (II) complexes were synthesized and characterized, showing bidentate nature of the hydrazones chelating with metal ions and stable octahedral complexes. The complexes exhibited antimicrobial activity against bacteria and fungi, with compounds 15 and 16 being the most active. In vitro cytotoxicity testing on cancer cell lines revealed increased activity of certain compounds towards cancer cells, while being non-toxic to normal cells. Complexation was found to enhance the biological activity of the compounds.
RESEARCH ON CHEMICAL INTERMEDIATES
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Jai Devi, Jyoti Yadav, Kashmiri Lal, Nikhil Kumar, Avijit Kumar Paul, Deepak Kumar, Partha P. Dutta, Deepak Kumar Jindal
Summary: A series of new organotin(IV) complexes were synthesized and their structures were elucidated; the cytotoxic activity of the complexes against human cancer cell lines and normal cell lines was tested, showing higher activity against cancer cell lines; further molecular docking studies were carried out, providing more insights into the activity of the compounds.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2021)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Parul Kamboj, Soumalya Sarkar, Sonu Kumar Gupta, Neema Bisht, Deepika Kumari, Md. Jahangir Alam, Sagar Barge, Bhaswati Kashyap, Barsha Deka, Simanta Bharadwaj, Seydur Rahman, Partha Pratim Dutta, Jagat C. Borah, Narayan Chandra Talukdar, Sanjay K. Banerjee, Yashwant Kumar
Summary: The study demonstrates that the extract from Lysimachia candida Lindl. can improve the pathophysiology of fatty liver and reverse metabolic syndrome through altering metabolic pathways. Metabolomics analysis reveals the metabolic changes between diseased rats and treatment group, providing potential mechanisms for preventing metabolic syndrome.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Bhaswati Kashyap, Sagar Ramrao Barge, Simanta Bharadwaj, Barsha Deka, Seydur Rahman, Aparajita Ghosh, Prasenjit Manna, Partha Pratim Dutta, Yunus Sheikh, Raghuram Kandimalla, Suman Kumar Samanta, Joshodeep Boruwa, Shilpi Saikia, Deepsikha Swargiary, Parul Kamboj, Deepika Tuli, Uttam Pal, Jagat C. Borah, Sanjay Kumar Banerjee, Narayan Chandra Talukdar
Summary: This study evaluated the therapeutic potential of methanolic extract of Premna herbacea against type 2 diabetes mellitus and identified Isoverbascoside as the major bioactive phytochemical in the plant. Isoverbascoside was found to improve insulin resistance, enhance glucose uptake, and inhibit ROS production, highlighting its potential as an effective anti-hyperglycemic agent.
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Sagar Barge, Barsha Deka, Bhaswati Kashyap, Simanta Bharadwaj, Raghuram Kandimalla, Aparajita Ghosh, Partha Pratim Dutta, Suman Kumar Samanta, Prasenjit Manna, Jagat C. Borah, Narayan Chandra Talukdar
Summary: This study investigated the potential anti-obesity effects of Lysimachia candida and its phytochemical astragalin, which were found to decrease body weight gain and blood lipid levels, as well as reduce the expression of adipogenic transcription factors. The compounds exhibited antiadipogenic activity both in vivo and in vitro, suggesting their potential for clinical use in managing obesity.
PHYTOTHERAPY RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Raja Chakraborty, Pobitra Borah, Partha Pratim Dutta, Saikat Sen
Summary: Diabetes mellitus results in increased blood glucose level and prolonged hyperglycemia, leading to chronic wounds in diabetic patients. The impaired wound healing in diabetes is caused by various factors such as inflammatory cytokines, matrix metalloproteinase, decreased fibroblast and keratinocyte functioning, neuropathy, altered leukocyte functioning, and infection. In addition to pharmacotherapy, various approaches including conventional drugs, antidiabetic medication, antibiotics, and different therapies can be considered in the management of diabetic wounds. The focus is on inducing angiogenesis, collagen synthesis, inhibiting MMPs, reducing oxidative stress, controlling hyperglycemia, increasing growth factors, regulating inflammatory cytokines, and controlling microbial infections.
WORLD JOURNAL OF DIABETES
(2022)
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Microbiology
Rajkumari Mazumdar, Partha Pratim Dutta, Juri Saikia, Jagat Chandra Borah, Debajit Thakur
Summary: The Actinomycetia isolate PBR11, identified as Streptomyces sp., was isolated from forest rhizosphere soil in Assam, India. It showed significant antimicrobial efficacy against various pathogens, including multidrug-resistant isolates. Metabolic profiling revealed the presence of antimicrobial compounds, including the antituberculosis drug ethambutol. This study highlights the potential of unexplored natural habitats for the discovery of novel antibiotics.
MICROBIOLOGY SPECTRUM
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nilamoni Chelleng, Moushumi Hazarika, Hage Sonia, Anjum Dihingia, Prasenjit Manna, Minakshi Puzari, Pankaj Chetia, Chandan Tamuly
Summary: The study found that Osbeckia nutans leaves have anti-diabetic and anti-urease activity, and the compound BE2 exhibits strong inhibitory effects on alpha-glucosidase and urease.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Pervej Alom Barbhuiya, Abdul Mannaf Laskar, Hemanga Mazumdar, Partha Pratim Dutta, Manash Pratim Pathak, Biplab Kumar Dey, Saikat Sen
Summary: This study provides a systematic review of traditional medicinal plants found in the Barak Valley, with a total of 216 plant species belonging to 167 genera and 87 families identified from ethnobotanical surveys. These plants are widely used by ethnic communities for the treatment of various diseases and ailments.
JOURNAL OF PHARMACOPUNCTURE
(2022)
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Chemistry, Applied
Aniruddha Gogoi, Madhukar Navgire, Kanak Chandra Sarma, Parikshit Gogoi
INDIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY
(2017)
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Engineering, Environmental
Aniruddha Gogoi, Madhukar Navgire, Kanak Chandra Sarma, Parikshit Gogoi
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2017)
