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Agronomy
Md. Sanower Hossain, Zannat Urbi, Ing Chia Phang
Summary: The study found that using 3.0mM IBA can more efficiently induce stem growth in young apical shoot cuttings of Andrographis paniculata, with young apical shoot cuttings being more effective compared to old apical shoot cuttings. This suggests that mass propagation of Andrographis paniculata can be achieved in a short time using IBA.
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Toxicology
Sasi Kumar Murugan, Bharathi Bethapudi, Amara Nageswara Rao, Joseph Joshua Allan, Deepak Mundkinajeddu, Prashanth D'Souza
Summary: This study evaluated the safety of AP-Bio (R), a standardized extract of Andrographis paniculata, in Sprague Dawley rats. The results showed that AP-Bio (R) did not cause any treatment-related toxicity or mortality in both acute and sub-chronic toxicity studies. The study concluded that AP-Bio (R) is safe for rats at higher pharmacological doses.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED TOXICOLOGY
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Anchal Garg, Shubha Sharma, Payal Srivastava, Sumit Ghosh
Summary: The study successfully applied virus-induced gene silencing technology to achieve targeted silencing of phytoene desaturase in kalmegh, resulting in a typical photobleaching phenotype. This provides a useful method for studying gene functions related to medicinal and agricultural traits in kalmegh.
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Plant Sciences
Seyed Hamzeh Hosseini, Zahra W. Sadeghi, Seyed Vrya Hosseini, Rainer Bussmann
Summary: This study aims to gather medicinal plant species and document indigenous knowledge in the Kurdish community in Sarvabad county, Iran. The results show that the relative importance of plant species and shared knowledge of herbal therapies among Kurdish communities in this region is still rich.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sumaporn Kasemsumran, Waraporn Apiwatanapiwat, Krairuek Ngowsuwan, Sunee Jungtheerapanich
Summary: The study demonstrated the use of near-infrared spectroscopy for rapid and non-destructive analysis of Andrographis paniculata, allowing for classification and determination of active ingredients content. The method proved to be efficient and accurate, providing valuable information for pharmaceutical factories.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Nur Amanina Abd Aziz, Rosnani Hasham, Mohamad Roji Sarmidi, Siti Hasyimah Suhaimi, Mohamad Khairul Hafiz Idris
Summary: Medicinal plants have been of great interest for the prevention and treatment of common human diseases, with bioactive compounds synthesized through effective extraction methods. Plants like Orthosiphon aristatus, Eurycoma longifolia, and Andrographis paniculata are popular in Southeast Asia, with polar bioactive compounds providing multiple health benefits. These compounds are used as drugs against various diseases, supported by scientific evidence. The review discusses extraction techniques for these plants and their therapeutic potentials.
SAUDI PHARMACEUTICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
M. Mehrnia, M. Akaberi, M. S. Amiri, M. Nadaf, S. A. Emami
Summary: In this study, 555 medicinal plants used in folk medicine in Lorestan Province were identified, with a focus on gastrointestinal, respiratory, and skin issues. The local knowledge of herbal therapies can serve as complementary medicine, especially for people in remote areas. Further pharmacological and phytochemical studies can be guided by the identified plants with high frequency of citations.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Kirti Verma, Kushal Pal Singh, Anjali Singh, Nikil Bhashkar Lothe, Nilofer, Devendra Kumar, Anil Kumar Singh, Rakesh Kumar, Puja Khare, Saudan Singh
Summary: The study aims to enhance yield productivity and quality of the herb Kalmegh by providing natural shade through intercropping with traditional food crops. Among all intercropping combinations, intercropping Kalmegh with pigeon pea at 50% plant population was found to be the most appropriate in terms of productivity, andrographolide content, and monetary returns.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Panita Chutimanukul, Kriengkrai Mosaleeyanon, Supattana Janta, Theerayut Toojinda, Clive Terence Darwell, Praderm Wanichananan
Summary: Adjusting planting density and harvest date is crucial for plant development and crop improvement. This study evaluated the effect of plant density and harvest date on yield and andrographolide content in Andrographis paniculata using a hydroponic system. The results showed that a planting density of 30 plants/m2 and a harvest time of 90 days after transplanting (DAT) provided optimal growing conditions and yield.
Article
Biology
Kikrusenuo Kiewhuo, Dipshikha Gogoi, Hridoy Jyoti Mahanta, Ravindra K. Rawal, Debabrata Das, G. Narahari Sastry
Summary: The study aims to develop a comprehensive resource of medicinal plants and conduct quantitative analysis of their phytochemicals for enhanced understanding of therapeutic indications and contribution to drug discovery and development. The database contains extensive information on medicinal plants and phytochemicals and can be utilized by various research groups, as well as contribute to the economic growth of the pharmaceutical industry.
COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Arun Kumar Khajuria, R. K. Manhas, Harish Kumar, N. S. Bisht
Summary: The study documented the traditional knowledge and practices of medicinal plants used by the inhabitants of Pauri district in Uttarakhand, with a focus on identifying plants for future phytochemical and pharmacological studies. The results showed a diverse range of plant species used to treat various ailments, highlighting the importance of preserving indigenous knowledge and conducting further research on medicinal plants.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Shreedhar S. Otari, Suraj B. Patel, Manoj M. Lekhak, Savaliram G. Ghane
Summary: This research investigated the phytochemical profile and bioactivities of Barleria terminalis and Calacanthus grandiflorus. The results showed the presence of phenolic compounds and phenylethanoid glycosides in these plants. Additionally, they exhibited potential antioxidant, enzyme inhibitory, and anti-diabetic activities. These findings provide a basis for further research and utilization of these plants.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Plant Sciences
Uttpal Anand, Champa Keeya Tudu, Samapika Nandy, Kumari Sunita, Vijay Tripathi, Gary J. Loake, Abhijit Dey, Jaroslaw Prockow
Summary: This study compiled and emphasized the traditional herbal knowledge and their applications for treating various skin diseases in India, showing great potential in treating human skin disorders. However, further research and clinical evidence are needed to determine the effectiveness of these plant species in skin condition treatment.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
K. Priya, G. Thiribhuvanamala, C. Sangeetha, A. Kamalakannan, S. Haripriya, S. Parthasarathy
Summary: The study aimed to screen extracts of medicinal plants for antimicrobial activity against Collectotrichum capsici, identifying antimicrobial compounds in A. vasica and A. paniculata. Results showed that these plants possessed antimicrobial metabolites that inhibited the growth and germination of C. capsici.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Agronomy
R. Gowthami, Neelam Sharma, Ruchira Pandey, Anuradha Agrawal
Summary: India has a wide range of medicinal plants that have been widely adopted globally due to their effectiveness, low side effects, and accessibility. However, these plants are facing the threat of extinction, which has led to conservation efforts and the compilation of a list of 84 threatened species. Traditional medicine in India has shown potential in combating diseases, including recent pandemics, making it a valuable resource for researchers and policymakers.
GENETIC RESOURCES AND CROP EVOLUTION
(2021)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Alireza Valdiani, Ole Kim Hansen, Ulrik Brauner Nielsen, Vivian Kvist Johannsen, Maryam Shariat, Milen I. Georgiev, Vahid Omidvar, Mortaza Ebrahimi, Elham Tavakoli Dinanai, Rambod Abiri
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wendy Chang, J. Ee-Uli, W. L. Ng, Jeffrine J. Rovie-Ryan, S. G. Tan, Christina S. Y. Yong
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2019)
Article
Environmental Sciences
A. Valdiani, O. K. Hansen, V. K. Johannsen, U. B. Nielsen
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Oncology
Sa'adatu Aliyu Abubakar, Muhammad Mohd Isa, Nazri Omar, Sheau Wei Tan
MOLECULAR MEDICINE REPORTS
(2020)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Siti Nor Ani Azaman, Darren C. J. Wong, Sheau Wei Tan, Fatimah M. Yusoff, Norio Nagao, Swee Keong Yeap
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Siti Nor Ani Azaman, Dilan Amila Satharasinghe, Sheau Wei Tan, Norio Nagao, Fatimah M. Yusoff, Swee Keong Yeap
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Mahboobeh Akbarizare, Hamideh Ofoghi, Mahnaz Hadizadeh, Alireza Valdiani
Summary: The study found that different extracts of Spirulina platensis have varying effects on different cell types, with methanolic and aqueous extracts showing different toxicities and effects on telomerase activity. The aqueous extract may be a safe alternative as an anti-aging and anticancer agent.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Poh Chiang Chew, Annie Christianus, Jaapar M. Zudaidy, Md Yasin Ina-Salwany, Chou Min Chong, Soon Guan Tan
Summary: The Malaysian mahseer is a large riverine cyprinid species indigenous to Southeast Asia, popular for food, ornamental, and recreational fishing. However, their wild populations are now facing ecological threats due to overexploitation, habitat degradation, and water pollution. Successful hatchery production and high market value have made Malaysian mahseer a potential aquaculture species.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Alireza Valdiani, Hamideh Ofoghi, Mahboobeh Akbarizare, Daryush Talei
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the immunomodulatory effects of Andrographis paniculata on cancer and COVID-19. The plant extracts were found to inhibit telomerase activity and may be beneficial in cancer treatment, but its use for SARS-CoV-2 is still controversial.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Alireza Valdiani, Hamideh Ofoghi
Summary: The pandemic phase of COVID-19 seems to have ended in most countries, but the unpredictable behavior of coronaviruses has been frequently reported, including temporary breaks, re-emergence, new variants, and changing epicenters. Besides vaccine development, alternative strategies should be considered for effective long-term management of this disease. Enzymes involved in regulating immune responses and telomere length have attracted attention in the context of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Inhibiting telomere shortening through modulation of these enzymes could serve as a potential target for COVID-19 treatment and reducing disease severity.
BIOTECHNOLOGY LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Siti Nor Azizah Mahamud, Sheau Wei Tan, So-Youn Youn, Hyun-Jeong Lee, Ji-Youn Lee, Young-Kuk Kwon, Aini Ideris, Abdul Rahman Omar
Summary: This study reveals the presence of Newcastle disease virus (NDV) in non-poultry birds in Malaysia, with some samples classified as velogenic strains, emphasizing the significance of the epidemiology of virulent NDV in various avian species.
PERTANIKA JOURNAL OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Assad Sarshad, Daryush Talei, Masoud Torabi, Farnaz Rafiei, Parisa Nejatkhah
Summary: The study showed that drought stress negatively impacted morphological and yield-related traits of sorghum, while having a positive effect on some quality-related traits. Different levels of drought stress led to varying degrees of reduction in sorghum yield. The Payam variety was found to be suitable for both drought stress and non-stress conditions, based on different traits and indices.
SN APPLIED SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Mohd Iswadi Ismail, Sheau Wei Tan, Mohd Hair-Bejo, Abdul Rahman Omar
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Plant Sciences
Tahereh Tofighi Alikhani, Seyed Jalal Tabatabaei, Ali Mohammadi Torkashvand, Daryush Talei
ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE-REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE HORTICULTURA ORNAMENTAL
(2020)