Enhancing the accumulation of scopolamine and atropine in Hyoscyamus niger L. callus by LED light and glycine-a cheap method.

Background: The production of tropane alkaloids such as atropine and scopolamine by chemical methods is costly. This study aimed to find a more efficient method for producing tropane alkaloids by investigating different LED light qualities and glycine treatment using leaf callus cultures of Hyoscyamus niger L. in vitro.

Molecular Mechanisms of the Endocannabinoid System with a Focus on Reproductive Physiology and the Cannabinoid Impact on Fertility.

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a complex neuromodulatory network involved in maintaining physiological balance through interactions with various neurotransmitter and hormonal pathways. Its key components-cannabinoid receptors (CBRs)-are activated by endogenous ligands and exogenous cannabinoids such as those found in the plant. Although cannabinoids like cannabidiol (CBD) have garnered interest for their potential therapeutic effects, evidence regarding their safety, particularly for reproductive health, remains limited.

Non-Destructive Determination of Starch Gelatinization, Head Rice Yield, and Aroma Components in Parboiled Rice by Raman and NIR Spectroscopy.

Vibrational spectroscopy, including Raman and near-infrared techniques, enables the non-destructive evaluation of starch gelatinization, head rice yield, and aroma-active volatile compounds in parboiled rice subjected to varying soaking and drying conditions. Raman and NIR spectra were collected for rice samples processed under different conditions and integrated with reference analyses to develop and validate partial least squares regression and artificial neural network models. The optimized PLSR model demonstrated strong predictive performance, with R values of 0.

Use of Against Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria from Urinary Tract Infections.

Background: The emergence of multidrug-resistant bacteria in the urinary tract and the decrease in the efficacy of antibiotics prompted us to evaluate the antibacterial activity of the methanolic extract of the aerial parts of against six isolated (MDR) bacteria.

Methods: Phenolic compound profiling of the extract of interest was performed by HPLC-DAD. Acute oral toxicity was tested in vivo.

Antifungal activity of polyphenolic compounds against fluconazole-susceptible and -resistant species.

Background And Objectives: The rapid emergence of resistant fungi is occurring worldwide, and this crisis has been attributed to the lack of new antifungal drug development. This issue emphasizes the need for innovation in finding novel antifungals. There is an increasing interest in using the natural products of plants with high biological activity as alternatives to synthetic drugs.

The effect of plant growth regulators, FeO-CTs nanoparticles and LEDs light on the growth and biochemical compounds of black seed (Nigella sativa L.) callus in vitro.

Background: black seed (Nigella sativa L.) has long been utilized in traditional medicine and as a food ingredient due to its potential therapeutic properties including its effectiveness against cancer, coronaviruses, and bacterial infections. Recently, it has garnered significant attention for its rich reservoir of beneficial secondary metabolites.

Nano Silicon Modulates Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Capacities of Ajowan () Under Water Deficit Condition.

Ajowan () is an important spice in the food industry, as a well as a medicinal plant with remarkable antioxidant properties. In this study, its essential oil content, chemical composition, flavonoid content, phenolic content, and antioxidant capacity were evaluated under three irrigation regimes (50, 70, and 90% field capacity) and different amounts of nano silicon (0, 1.5, and 3 mM) in ten populations of ajowan.

Chemical Composition, Physiological and Morphological Variations in subg. Populations in Response to Different Salinity Levels.

This study evaluated the salinity tolerance of five populations of subg. ( and ). The aims of the study were to assess essential oil components, as well as growth and physiological parameters of two species in response to salt stress.

Changes in Morphological, Physiological and Phytochemical Traits of Different Dill ( L.) Cultivars as Affected by Light-Emitting Diodes.

Dill is a fragrant vegetable containing various beneficial compounds for health. This research aims to evaluate the impact of various spectra of LED light on essential oil composition and morphological and physiological characteristics of three dill cultivars. LED light treatments included greenhouse light as control (C), blue (B), red (R), red + blue (RB), and white (W).

Effect of Physical Treatments on Functional Properties of Whey and Soy Protein Isolates in Oleogel Production Through Foam Template Method.

This study aimed to investigate the impact of physical treatments, namely heat (70 °C for 48 h), atmospheric cold plasma (10 kW for 20 min), and ultrasonic frequency (40 kHz for 15 min), on the physicochemical and interfacial properties of soy protein isolate (SPI) and whey protein isolate (WPI) in the context of oleogel production by foam template (cryogel) method. The physical modification of both SPI and WPI was monitored using SDS-PAGE, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) spectroscopy, and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), measuring interfacial tension, color, solubility, foam volume, foam stability, and, finally, the density and oil absorption of the produced cryogel. The findings revealed that the application of ultrasonic waves resulted in a significant reduction in the content of alpha-helical of SPI and WPI while the other treatments increased the content of random coil proteins.

Antibiofilm and Antimicrobial Potentials of Novel Synthesized Sulfur Camphor Derivatives.

The question being posed by scientists around the world is how different chemical modifications of naturally occurring compounds will affect their antimicrobial properties. In the current study, sulfur derivatives of camphor containing a sulfur atom were tested to detect their antimicrobial and antibiofilm potentials. The new compounds were tested on eight Gram-positive strains ( (3 isolates), (4 isolates), and (1 isolate)) and eight Gram-negative strains ( (6 isolates), (1 isolate), and (1 isolate)).

Biological Potential and Essential Oil Profile of Two Wild Apiaceae Species from Algeria ( L. and Mill.): Larvicidal and Antibacterial Effects.

Infectious diseases, including vector-borne and antibiotic-resistant infections, present significant global health challenges, necessitating the exploration of natural alternatives for disease control. In this study, we investigated the essential oil (EO) profile as well as larvicidal and antibacterial properties of two wild Apiaceae species used in Algeria: L. (DCEO) and Mill.

Evaluation of Different Drying Treatments with Respect to Essential Oil Components, Phenolic and Flavonoid Compounds, and Antioxidant Capacity of Ajowan ( L.).

Ajowan ( L.) is considered a valuable spice and medicinal herb. In this study, the essential oil content and composition of the aerial parts of ajowan were investigated under different drying treatments (sun, shade, oven at 45 °C, oven at 65 °C, microwave, and freeze drying).

Nanoliposomal Encapsulation of Extract and Its Application in Jelly Formulation.

This research aimed to encapsulate the fruit extract to increase its stability for incorporation into food products such as jelly or jelly powder. After extraction, the nanoliposomes containing the extract were prepared in ratios of 60-0, 50-10, 40-20, and 30-30 lecithin-to-cholesterol. The effects of lecithin-to-cholesterol concentrations on the related parameters were then evaluated.

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Comparison of the Effects of Essential Oils from and on Selected Bacteria, Rumen Fermentation, and Methane Production-In Vitro Study.

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of essential oils (EOs) extracted from L. and Lam. on in vitro ruminal fermentation characteristics, selected rumen microbial populations, and methane production.

Milk Odd- and Branched-Chain Fatty Acids as Biomarkers of Rumen Fermentation.

Cow's milk and dairy products are the primary sources of OBCFAs, which have beneficial health properties. The goal of this study was to identify the factors that influence the content of OBCFAs in cow's milk and to indicate which OBCFAs can serve as biomarkers for fermentation processes. The content of OBCFAs in milk depends on the species of ruminants, with studies showing that this varies between 3.

Plant In Vitro Cultures of (L.) Benth. "Electric Lime" and Possibilities of Modification in the Biosynthesis of Volatile Compounds.

(L.) Benth. is a globally spread species, known for its characteristic spectacularly colorful leaves of decorative value.

The influence of cultivation conditions on the formation of psychoactive salvinorin A, salvinorin B, rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid in Coleus scutellarioides.

Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benh. is a popular species in the world, known for its characteristic magnificent colourful leaves.

Alteration of biomass toxicity in torrefaction - A XDS-CALUX bioassay study.

Torrefaction constitutes one of the promising technologies for the management of waste biomass and the production of high-carbon products for combustion, gasification, adsorption of pollutants or soil treatment. Unfortunately, waste biomass may be contaminated with toxic persistent organic pollutants, such as polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and dibenzofurans (PCDD/PCDF) and dioxin-like biphenyls (dl-PCB). Literature does not provide consistent measurements on how the low-temperature thermochemical processing, such as torrefaction, affects the toxicity of biomass.

Effect of Drying Methods on Chemical and Sensory Properties of Leaves.

Hemp is used as a source of fiber, oil and bioactive substances including volatile and cannabinoid-containing substances. This paper presents, for the first time, results on the evaluation of drying methods (convective, vacuum-microwave and combined convective pre-drying and vacuum-microwave finishing drying) of hemp leaves on the qualitative and quantitative changes in secondary metabolites, including essential oils, cannabinoids and sterols. A ranking and descriptive test of hemp leaves was also performed.

Screening some pine species from North America and dried zones of western Asia for drought stress tolerance in terms of nutrients status, biochemical and physiological characteristics.

Drought due to climate change or reduced precipitation is one of the main factors limiting the growth and establishment of plants and is one of the most critical challenges facing humans. To investigate the effect of different levels of drought stress on some pine species, this research was carried out as a factorial experiment using two factors and a completely randomized design. It included five populations of four pine species ( Ten.