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Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsInhibitory Effects of Artemisia afra Extracts on the Bio-Activity of Banana TyrosinaseTsholofelo Motshologane, Jacobus Pieter Hough Van WykMelasma, formerly known as chloasma, is an acquired pigmentary condition, occurring most commonly on the face of humans. This disorder, which is more prevalent in females and darker skin types, is predominantly attributed to Ultraviolet (UV) exposure and hormonal influences. This condition is caused by an over-production of melanin, a pigment that gives color to the skin, hair, and eyes … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 25, Issue 1 · 18 Jan 2025 · 4,618 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsIn Vivo Neutralization of Naja nigricollis Venom by Uvaria chamaeOmale James, Ebiloma Unekwuojo Godwin, Idoko Grace OtiniUvaria chamae is a well known medicinal plant in Nigerian traditional medicine for the management of many diseases, but investigations concerning its pharmacological characteristics are rare. In this study, we evaluate its venom neutralizing properties against Naja nigricollis venom in rats. Freshly collected Uvaria chamae leaves were air dried, powdered and extracted in methanol. To study the antivenom properties, albino … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 9, Issue 3 · 21 Sep 2013 · 8,421 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsIn vitro Antibacterial and Antifungal Activities of Nopalea cochenillifera Pad ExtractsR. Gomez-Flores, P. Tamez-Guerra, R. Tamez-Guerra et al.Effectiveness of botanical treatments has been recognized by many, but scientific validation on the beneficial use of plants is scarce. Nopalea pads are probably native to Mexico or Central America and are used for human consumption and for medicinal purposes. In this study, in vitro antibacterial and antifungal activities of fresh and dried Nopalea cochenillifera (NC) were investigated. MICs of … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 2, Issue 1 · 31 Mar 2006 · 7,744 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractAnti-Inflammatory Properties of Crude Extracts and Anti-Cancer Properties of Acetone Extract of Moringa Oleifera Lam. Flowers on Cell Line ModelsSandisiwe Maposa, Gloria Aderonke Otunola, Anthony Jide AfolayanIn recent times, Moringa oleifera has earned great interest for its various physiological and therapeutic benefits. Acetone, ethanol, methanol, and aqueous extracts of Moringa oleifera flowers were investigated for anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer potential. Anti-inflammatory capacity was evaluated using the inhibition of nitric oxide production (LPS-induced) on RAW 264.7, and cell viability was appraised with the MTT assay. The potential of … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 22, Issue 1 · 15 Apr 2026 · 1,464 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractAntibacterial Activity of Tali Bamboo (Gigantochloa apus) Leaf Extract to Inhibit Escherichia coli and Salmonella typhimuriumSinta Agustina, Komang Gede Wiryawan, Sri SuhartiBamboo leaves contain phytochemical compounds that have the potential to act as antimicrobial agents in inhibiting pathogenic bacteria. This study aimed to evaluate the potential of tali bamboo (Gigantochloa apus) leaves extracted with different solvents to inhibit the growth of Escherichia coli and Salmonella typhimurium. The tali bamboo leaves were extracted using ethanol and methanol with a ratio of 1:10 … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 3 · 25 Nov 2025 · 2,919 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractThe Polarity of Organic Solvents in Coriander Seed Powder (Coriandrum Sativum) Extract is Dependent on their Content of Beta-Carotene, Total Phenolics, Flavonoids, Antioxidants, and Antibacterial PropertiesUcop Haroen, Syafwan, Agus Budiansyah, Kiki KurniawanAttempts to develop alternative antibiotics from herbal plants, especially those originating from spice plants that contain active compounds, are crucial to improve livestock health and support the growth of livestock to reach their genetic potential. This study aims to examine the effects of utilizing different solvent polarities on the solubility of coriander seed secondary metabolite chemicals, which are associated with … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 3 · 6 Nov 2025 · 2,332 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractBotanical, Physicochemical, and Phytochemical Studies of Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides (Lam.) Zepernick and Timler (Rutaceae) Stem and Root BarkLassané Ouédraogo, Aminata Pagnimdebsom Nacoulma et al.Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides, a medicinal plant overexploited in Burkina Faso due to the use of its roots for therapeutic purposes has been studied and it seems that the profile of the powder from stem and root bark are almost similar. This study aims to compare the botanical, physicochemical, and phytochemical parameters of Z. zanthoxyloides powder from stem and root bark for … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 21, Issue 1 · 9 Sep 2024 · 8,733 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractStudy of Ageratum conyzoides L. (Asteraceae) Phytochemical Composition as Quorum-sensing Inhibitors to Combat Antibiotic-resistant Bacterial InfectionsEli Compaoré, Lassané Ouedraogo, Ablassé Rouamba et al.The rise of antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections has intensified the search for plant-derived quorum-sensing (QS) inhibitors as alternative therapeutic strategies. Ageratum conyzoides L. has a long history of traditional use as an antimicrobial agent against multidrug-resistant pathogens, yet the phytochemical basis of its QS-inhibitory activity remains incompletely characterized. This study aimed to investigate the phytochemical composition of A. conyzoides and evaluate … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 1 · 3 Apr 2026 · 1,772 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractIn Vitro and in Silico Evaluation of Bioactive Compounds from Usnea longissima Ach. as Antimicrobial AgentsOky Kusuma Atni, Erman Munir, Nursahara Pasaribu et al.Lichens, formed from symbiotic association between of fungi with phototrophic organisms, generate a variety of bioactive chemicals having medicinal potential. This research aimed to examine the antibacterial characteristics of Usnea longissima Ach. using both in vitro and in silico methodologies. The effectiveness of lichen methanol extracts against different diseases was evaluated using the disc diffusion technique. Pathogens included gram-positive, gram-negative, … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 25, Issue 4 · 10 Feb 2026 · 1,721 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractPhytochemical Content and Antioxidant Potential of Leaf Extract Berchermia discolour (Munie Tree) For Goats in The Limpopo Province, South AfricaMosima Molepo, Grace Manyelo, Busisiwe GunyaThe study aims to investigate the phytochemical content and antioxidant potential of leaf extract Berchermia discolour (Munie tree) for goats. Plant leaves were ground, and their powder was mixed with reagents and chemicals to attain the concentration level of phytochemicals and other bioactive compounds found in these plant's properties. Most of the phytoconstituents were present (shown by the change of … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 25, Issue 2 · 29 Mar 2025 · 5,357 accessesView PDFCite