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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Miroslava Kacaniova, Nenad L. Vukovic, Natalia Cmikova, Lucia Galovicova, Marianna Schwarzova, Veronika Simora, Przemyslaw Lukasz Kowalczewski, Maciej Ireneusz Kluz, Czeslaw Puchalski, Ladislav Bakay, Milena D. Vukic
Summary: This study analyzed the chemical composition and various properties of Salvia sclarea essential oil (SSEO). The results showed that SSEO has moderate antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities, as well as insecticidal potential. The study also identified the main constituents of SSEO and their antioxidant activity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Natalia Cmikova, Lucia Galovicova, Marianna Schwarzova, Milena D. Vukic, Nenad L. Vukovic, Przemyslaw Lukasz Kowalczewski, Ladislav Bakay, Maciej Ireneusz Kluz, Czeslaw Puchalski, Miroslava Kacaniova
Summary: This study analyzed the chemical composition and various biological activities of Eucalyptus globulus essential oil (EGEO). The main components of EGEO were identified as 1,8-cineole, p-cimene, α-pinene, and α-limonene. The results showed that EGEO exhibited significant antimicrobial, antibiofilm, antioxidant, and insecticidal activities.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Osman Taylan, Nur Cebi, Osman Sagdic
Summary: Mentha piperita essential oil is economically important due to its wide usage area and health-beneficial properties. Adulteration of high-valued essential oils can deteriorate the quality of authentic essential oil, harm consumers, and affect the entire supply chain. ATR-FTIR spectroscopy coupled with chemometrics is effective for monitoring various adulterants in essential oils.
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Environmental Sciences
Mohsen Asadzadeh, Mansureh Ghavam, Rouhollah Mirzaei
Summary: This study aimed to investigate and compare the chemical composition of essential oils of Mentha spicata L. and Rosmarinus officinalis L. under the influence of different treatments of municipal and industrial wastewater. The results showed that treated municipal wastewater was the most efficient method for obtaining the highest yield of M. spicata essential oil, while untreated municipal wastewater was the most efficient method for obtaining the best quality and quantity of R. officinalis essential oil.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lu-Lu Zhang, Yan Chen, Zhi-Jian Li, Xiao Li, Gang Fan
Summary: Spearmint belongs to the Mentha genus and is cultivated worldwide for its remarkable aroma and commercial value. Its aromatic molecules have been widely used in the flavors and fragrances industry and have attracted great interest in various application fields due to their antimicrobial, antioxidant, insecticidal, antitumor, anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic activities. This review provides an overview of the sources, properties, synthesis, and application of spearmint aromatic molecules, as well as their therapeutic effect on certain diseases and future research directions.
Article
Plant Sciences
Zvonimir Jazo, Mateo Glumac, Vlatka Pastar, Sanida Bektic, Mila Radan, Ivana Carev
Summary: In this study, the chemical composition and cytotoxic activity of essential oils from Dalmatian sage collected in Croatia were investigated. The essential oils were found to contain terpene compounds, including thujone, camphor, and 1,8-cineol. Cytotoxic activity was tested on multiple cell lines, with the lung line being the least resistant and the fibroblasts being the most resistant. The study provides valuable information on the pharmacotherapeutic potential of S. officinalis EO.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Anjali A. Gavit, Manish B. Gagrani, Shailendra S. Gurav, M. Ayyanar, Vishal G. Beldar, Anilkumar U. Tatiya, Sanjay J. Surana, Sandip D. Firke, Mohan G. Kalaskar
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the chemical composition, antioxidant activity, antinociceptive effect, and wound healing activity of Lonicera caprifolium L. flower essential oil (LCEO). The most prevalent components in LCEO were linalool, d-limonene, and alpha-cadinol. LCEO showed moderate antioxidant activity and potent antinociceptive and wound healing effects. This study provides the first report on the bioactivities of L. caprifolium L. essential oil.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
N. T. B. Thuyen, H. Q. Phong, C. L. N. Hanh, H. L. Huong, T. T. Men
Summary: This study systematically examined the morphology of Mentha arvensis L., a commonly used culinary plant in Vietnam, and investigated the optimal parameters for distillation, chemical compositions, and potential biological activities of its extracted essential oil. The results revealed that limonene is the predominant chemical component in the essential oil. Additionally, the essential oil exhibited antioxidant and antibacterial activities. These findings hold significant promise for the potential applications of Mentha arvensis L. in the extraction of limonene, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
JOURNAL OF THE TAIWAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Roumaissa Ounoki, Ferenc Agh, Richard Hembrom, Renata Unnep, Bernadett Szogi-Tatar, Andrea Boszormenyi, Katalin Solymosi
Summary: High levels of soil salinity negatively impact plant growth and photosynthetic activity, particularly inhibiting adventitious root formation in spearmint plants under salt stress conditions.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mir-Hassan Moosavy, Miguel de la Guardia, Ahad Mokhtarzadeh, Seyed Amin Khatibi, Neda Hosseinzadeh, Nasser Hajipour
Summary: This study investigates the green synthesis and characterization of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) and silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using spearmint essential oil, as well as their antibacterial, antioxidant, and in vitro cytotoxic effects. The results show that the green synthesized AuNPs and AgNPs exhibit antibacterial, antioxidant, and in vitro cytotoxic activity.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rohit Bharati, Eloy Fernandez-Cusimamani, Aayushi Gupta, Pavel Novy, Okao Moses, Lucie Severova, Roman Svoboda, Karel Sredl
Summary: The efficacy of oryzalin in vitro polyploidization of Mentha spicata L. was assessed to generate novel genotypes with superior morphology and enhanced essential oil levels. Nodal segments were treated with different concentrations and durations of oryzalin, resulting in a drop in survival rate. Polyploids and mixoploid plants were obtained, with the highest frequency of polyploids induced at 40 μM oryzalin for 48 hours. These polyploids displayed larger leaves, thicker stomata, higher moisture content, and vigorous lateral growth compared to the control genotype. The essential oil yield of hexaploid M. spicata also significantly increased, along with the major components carvone and limonene. The employed technique using oryzalin as an antimitotic agent proved effective in inducing polyploidy in M. spicata, with the obtained genotypes showing superior agronomical traits that could meet commercial demands.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Mohaddese Mahboubi
Summary: According to Iranian Traditional Medicine, Mentha spicata can be used as an herbal remedy for flatulence, and its essential oil has the potential to be effective without hazardous effects when used in proper dosages. The essential oil of the plant is effective for flatulence related to indigestion, cesarean section, and dysmenorrhea, and can reduce the severity of pain.
JOURNAL OF TRADITIONAL AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mansour Rasekh, Hamed Karami, Mohammed Kamruzzaman, Vahid Azizi, Marek Gancarz
Summary: This study used an electronic nose combined with a GC/MS method and chemometrics to evaluate the quality of spearmint essential oil under different drying methods. The results showed that hot air drying yielded the highest amount of essential oil, while sun drying performed the worst. The main components of the essential oil were carvone, limonene, and carveol. Additionally, the Nu-SVM classification algorithm was capable of accurately classifying the essential oil groups.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Fatemeh Shiri, Mohammad Ali Aazami, Mohammad Bagher Hassanpouraghdam, Farzad Rasouli, Karim Kakaei, Mohammad Asadi
Summary: Applying compounds such as salicylic acid nanoparticles, cerium oxide, and cerium oxide-salicylic acid nanocomposite can enhance abiotic stress tolerance in plants. This study found that the application of cerium oxide-salicylic acid nanocomposite improved various physiological and biochemical properties of spearmint plants, including protein, carbohydrate, phenolics, flavonoids, essential oil percentage, and total antioxidant capacity. Additionally, it reduced the levels of proline, hydrogen peroxide, superoxide dismutase, guaiacol peroxidase, and ascorbate peroxidase under salinity stress.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Wyller Max Ferreira da Silva, Dianini Huttner Kringel, Estefania Julia Dierings de Souza, Elessandra da Rosa Zavareze, Alvaro Renato Guerra Dias
Summary: In recent years, there has been an increase in research on essential oils as alternatives to synthetic chemical additives in food, with particular attention being paid to basil essential oil due to its various biological activities. The extraction methods and compounds of basil essential oil are influenced by factors such as cultivar type, cultivation date, place and conditions, seasonal variation, and harvest methods. The biological activities of basil essential oil are dependent on chemical constituents like estragole, linalool, eugenol, eucalyptol, and bergamotene, which can act independently or synergistically.
FOOD AND BIOPROCESS TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anis Ben Hsouna, Carmen Sadaka, Marc El Beyrouthy, Mbarka Hfaiedh, Wissal Dhifi, Faical Brini, Rania Ben Saad, Wissem Mnif
Summary: This study investigated the hepatoprotective and immunomodulatory effects of Linalool against carbon tetrachloride-induced liver toxicity in mice. The results showed that Linalool could increase the concentration of interleukin 10 while decreasing the levels of other cytokines, thereby inhibiting liver injury caused by carbon tetrachloride.
BIOTECHNOLOGY AND APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Soukaina Abdelwahed, Hanen Cherif, Bilel Bejaoui, Ilhem Saadouli, Tarek Hajji, Nizar Ben Halim, Awatef Ouertani, Imen Ouzari, Ameur Cherif, Wissem Mnif, Amor Mosbah, Ahmed Slaheddine Masmoudi
Summary: The aim of this study is to validate and standardize a fast, reliable, and cost-effective microplate method to quantify Indole-3 Acetic Acid (IAA) produced by bacteria. By comparing the conventional IAA estimation assay and the microplate assay, it was found that the microplate assay reduces the volume of bacterial supernatant and Salkowski reagent significantly, resulting in lower cost and faster results. The microplate assay allows for simultaneous reading of optical density and greatly reduces labor and reagent waste, making it a reliable, rapid, cost-effective, and eco-friendly method for screening plant growth promoting bacteria.
MAIN GROUP CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Biology
Sana Dhaouadi, Amel Romdhani, Wafa Bouglita, Salsabil Chedli, Soufiene Chaari, Leila Soufi, Ameur Cherif, Wissem Mnif, Mohamed Salah Abbassi, Ramzi Boubaker Elandoulsi
Summary: This study investigated multidrug-resistant and ESBL-producing E. coli isolated from farm animals in Tunisia, and found that these strains exhibited strong biofilm-forming ability and genetic relatedness. Evaluating the antimicrobial resistance and virulence gene content of these strains provides important insight into the etiology of infections in farm animals and the effectiveness of antibiotics.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Wissem Mnif, Faouzi Ben Rebah
Summary: The dewatering process reduces the water content in sludge, facilitating storage, transport, stabilization, and post-treatment efficiency. Chemical polymers used as flocculants in the conditioning process should be replaced with eco-friendly and safe materials.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rania Ben Saad, Walid Ben Romdhane, Narjes Baazaoui, Mohamed Taieb Bouteraa, Yosra Chouaibi, Wissem Mnif, Anis Ben Hsouna, Miroslava Kacaniova
Summary: Cold stress is a significant environmental factor affecting plant growth and crop productivity. This study investigated the role of the LmTrxh2 gene in cold tolerance in the halophyte plant Lobularia maritima. Overexpression of LmTrxh2 in tobacco enhanced its tolerance to cold stress and improved various physiological and biochemical parameters.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anis Ben Hsouna, Carmen Sadaka, Ivana Generalic Mekinic, Stefania Garzoli, Jaroslava Svarc-Gajic, Francisca Rodrigues, Simone Morais, Manuela M. Moreira, Eduarda Ferreira, Giorgia Spigno, Tanja Brezo-Borjan, Boutheina Ben Akacha, Rania Ben Saad, Cristina Delerue-Matos, Wissem Mnif
Summary: Citrus fruits are important in the fruit trade due to their large-scale production of fresh fruits and processed products. They provide essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, terpenes, flavonoids, coumarins, and dietary fibers. This review systematically summarizes the phytochemical composition, beneficial effects, and potential applications of citrus fruits and their by-products. The knowledge gathered contributes to future conscious use of citrus fruits in the food industry, food packaging, and cosmetic industry.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Boutheina Ben Akacha, Stefania Garzoli, Rania Ben Saad, Faical Brini, Wissem Mnif, Miroslava Kacaniova, Anis Ben Hsouna
Summary: In this study, Lobularia maritima flavonoid extract (LmFV) was characterized and found to contain five compounds. GC-MS analyses showed the presence of various components in LmFV, including sugar alcohols, sugars, fatty acids, and terpenes. The antibacterial and antioxidant activities of LmFV and linalool (Lin) were evaluated, and the biopreservative effect of LmFV alone and in combination with Lin on minced beef was tested. The combination of LmFV and Lin exhibited stronger antimicrobial properties and extended the shelf life of the product by about 10 days.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Hassiba Chahdoura, Zeineb Mzoughi, Borhane E. C. Ziani, Yasmine Chakroun, Mohamed Ali Boujbiha, Safia El Bok, Manel Ben M'hadheb, Hatem Majdoub, Wissem Mnif, Guido Flamini, Habib Mosbah
Summary: The goal of this study was to investigate the impact of flavoring on the quality attributes, chemical changes, and oxidative stability of extra virgin olive oil. The results showed that conventional flavoring process increased the oxidative stability of the flavored oils, especially with rosemary. The volatile profiles of the flavored oils revealed the dominance of Limonene. The rosemary-flavored oil exhibited high antioxidant activity and significant analgesic and gastroprotective effects.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Aziza Mnasri, Nasser Amri, Houcine Ghalla, Rafik Gatri, Naceur Hamdi
Summary: A series of 3,3-arylidene bis(4-hydroxycoumarins) were synthesized using water as the reaction medium and microwave irradiation. These compounds exhibited good antibacterial and antifungal activities, along with excellent radical scavenging properties and anti-inflammatory activity.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Raja Chaaba, Aicha Bouaziz, Asma Ben Amor, Wissem Mnif, Mohamed Hammami, Sounira Mehri
Summary: Circulating fatty acids have various sources and are metabolized under the action of enzymes. They play important roles in cell signaling, gene expression modulation, etc., and their perturbation may lead to disease development. Fatty acids in erythrocytes and plasma can serve as biomarkers for many diseases. Specific fatty acid profiles and genetic polymorphisms in enzymes involved in fatty acid metabolism are associated with various diseases. These findings suggest that fatty acid profiles and genetic variants may be valuable disease biomarkers for prevention and management.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lassaad Baklouti, Christian Larchet, Abdelwaheb Hamdi, Naceur Hamdi, Leila Baraket, Lasaad Dammak
Summary: Research on membranes and their processes has evolved from focusing on pervaporation membranes to ion-exchange membranes and now encompasses composite membranes. This research has gained international recognition through collaborations with partners in Russia and Saudi Arabia.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Yosra Hadj Mansour, Bouthaina Othmani, Faouzi Ben Rebah, Wissem Mnif, Mongi Saoudi, Moncef Khadhraoui
Summary: Sludge dewatering is a challenging and costly process, often requiring the use of synthetic chemical reagents for flocculation. However, these additives might pose environmental and health risks. Therefore, replacing them with plant extracts could provide a safe and eco-friendly alternative, reducing ecosystem damages.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Boutheina Ben Akacha, Monika Michalak, Ivana Generalic Mekinic, Miroslava Kacaniova, Moufida Chaari, Faical Brini, Rania Ben Saad, Wissem Mnif, Stefania Garzoli, Anis Ben Hsouna
Summary: This study investigated the combined antibacterial effect of alpha-pinene, alpha-terpineol, and 1,8-cineole. The experimental results showed that the mixture with 0.33% of each compound exhibited the highest antibacterial activity against Bacillus cereus. Additionally, these compounds also demonstrated significant antioxidant activity.
FOOD SCIENCE & NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Boutheina Ben Akacha, Anis Ben Hsouna, Ivana Generalic Mekinic, Ameni Ben Belgacem, Rania Ben Saad, Wissem Mnif, Miroslava Kacaniova, Stefania Garzoli
Summary: In this study, the chemical composition of Salvia officinalis L. and Salvia sclarea essential oils (EOs) was analyzed using GC-MS. The EOs showed rich terpene metabolites, with significant differences in composition. The EOs demonstrated antimicrobial and antiradical activity, and their combination showed complete inhibition of Listeria monocytogenes in ground beef during cold storage. These findings suggest that both EOs can be used as safe and natural preservatives in various food and pharmaceutical products.
Article
Religion
Eugenio Burgio, Samuela Simion
JOURNAL OF QURANIC STUDIES
(2023)
