Ethanol Fraction Research Articles

Potential of Ficus religiosa Linn. Flavonoids in Management of Allergic Asthma

Humans have been using medicinal plants as a source of medicine for thousands of years. Truth be told, ancient man was completely reliant on plants for all of his medical needs, including recovery, prevention, and other types of medications, and has done so for millennia. Many plants and herbs hold their prestigious position in the field of medicine among which Ficus religiosa belonging to the family Moraceae is the vital one. Recent studies have reported that Ficus religiosa is used in the traditional medicine to relieve about 50 types of disorders including diabetes, diarrhoea, epilepsy inflammatory disorders, and gastric problems, sexual and infectious disorders. Antihistaminic principles are known to be useful in the treatment of asthma; hence, in the present work, the antihistaminic activity of an ethanol extract of Ficus religiosa was assessed using various methods. The results showed that the ethanol fractions inhibits clonidine-induced catalepsy as well as asthmatic inflammation. This suggests that the inhibition is through an antihistaminic action and that there is no role of dopamine. Hence, we concluded that the ethanol extract has significant antihistaminic activity. The flavonoid derivatives identified from ethanol fractions of leaves of Ficus religiosa may showed potential as a antihistaminic activity. So in future the plant Ficus religiosa isolated these flavonoids may lead significant role in the treatment of asthma.

Laminar burning velocity of ethanol-ethyl acetate mixtures in air

Alcohols, esters, and their mixtures are ubiquitous in the process industry. However, safety data remain limited, especially for mixtures. In this work, the laminar burning velocity, Sl, of ethanol-ethyl acetate mixtures in air was investigated (at 90 °C and atmospheric pressure) through computations performed using three different detailed chemical kinetic mechanisms, and measurements obtained from pressure time histories recorded during closed vessel explosion experiments. Computations were run varying the equivalence ratio, φ, from 0.6 to 1.7, and the mole fraction of ethanol in the fuel mixture from 0 (only ethyl acetate) to 1 (only ethanol). For all systems, explosion experiments were carried out at φ = 1.1, i.e., the composition at which, according to calculations, Sl achieves its maximum value. Regardless of the kinetic mechanism, reasonable agreement is found between computed and experimental data, including experimental data retrieved from the literature for ethanol and ethyl acetate. Results show that the behavior of ethanol-ethyl acetate is bounded between the behaviors of ethanol and ethyl acetate, approaching the former/latter as the mixture is enriched in ethanol/ethyl acetate. Over the whole range of equivalence ratios explored, the values of Sl for ethanol-ethyl acetate are smaller than those obtained by averaging the corresponding values of ethanol and ethyl acetate according to their mole proportions in the fuel mixture. This is also confirmed experimentally. A simple Le Chatelier’s mixing rule-like formula is proved to predict values of Sl that closely match both computed and experimental data, suggesting that the nature of the interaction between ethanol and ethyl acetate is predominantly thermal rather than chemical.

Quantitative Analysis, Anti-Inflammatory and Analgesic Effects of Ethanol Leaf Extract and Fractions of Microsorium scolopendria (Burm. f.) Copel. in Mice

Microsorium scolopendria, a fern was studied for phytochemicals, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic effects to add credence to its various folkloric applications. Phytochemicals were analyzed quantitatively, anti-inflammatory experiment was carried out with egg albumin- induced paw oedema and xylene-induced ear oedema models while analgesic effects were studied using formalin-induced paw licking, acetic acid-induced writhing and hot plate-induced pain models. The results revealed the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins, terpenoids, and phenols with alkaloids (14.6 %w/w) as the most predominant phytoconstituent. In anti-inflammatory experiments, M. scolopendria extract reduced oedema caused by egg albumin and xylene in a dose related manner and comparable to standard agents. Also, in analgesic experiments, the extract reduced pain induced by formalin, acetic acid, and hot plate. These reductions were statistically (p?0.05) significant. Considering the fractions in all experiments, butanol and ethyl acetate fractions were prominent in anti-inflammatory effect while ethyl acetate fraction was at top in reduction of pain. This study supports the use of M. scolopendria in ethnomedicinal practice.

Mathematical modelling, energy consumption, and quality evaluation of wheat seeds subjected to intermittent drying

AbstractThis work aims to evaluate the kinetic profile of intermittent drying of wheat seeds using traditional models from the literature and the fractional calculus technique. Furthermore, it aims to verify the application of the intermittent drying process on the amount of antioxidant compounds, protein, and lipid content of the grain, in addition to energy consumption to obtain the desired final moisture content of the wheat. It was verified that the prediction of drying kinetics by Page and fraction order models were similar (modelling efficiency varying between the range of 0.917–0.995, varying the drying condition and wheat cultivar). Regarding antioxidant compounds for the three wheat cultivars, it can be seen that the higher fraction of ethanol (74.0% and 90.36%) used for extraction had greater process efficiency. Regarding the protein content in the three wheat cultivars, lower drying temperatures and intermittency periods result in lower quality losses of material (12.3% for BRS‐Atobá wheat, 9.89% for BRS‐Jacana wheat, and 18.71% for BRS‐Sanhaço wheat). In terms of lipids, it was found that the influence of temperature was greater on the lipid content than on the protein content of the material (for the best drying condition, there were percentage decreases for the best condition of 36.16% for the BRS‐Atobá wheat, 34.9% for BRS‐Jacana, and 52.2% for BRS‐Sanhaço). Regarding energy consumption during the drying process, it can be seen that the conditions used for intermittency and drying time, in addition to the sample conditions, directly impact energy consumption.

Identification of an active fraction of Kangfuxin in the treatment of periodontitis in a rat model.

Periodontitis is a serious gum infection that disrupts the soft tissue around teeth. This study aimed to identify the most effective fraction of the Chinese medicine Kangfuxin for periodontitis treatment in a rat model. Kangfuxin solution was subjected to sequential extraction using chloroform, ethyl acetate, n-butanol, and water. The extracts were evaporated, dissolved in DMSO, diluted in water, and administered to rats via gavage (0.5 mL/day) for 2 weeks. The n-butanol extract was further fractionated using macroporous resin chromatography with 10%, 30%, 50%, 70%, and 90% ethanol elution. Levels of inflammatory cytokines IL-6, IL-1β, and TNF-α in periodontitis samples were examined by ELISA. Leukocyte infiltration in the cementum was analysed by haematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining. The n-butanol extract showed the best anti-inflammatory effect, reducing IL-6, IL-1β, and TNF-α levels in periodontitis samples and alleviating tissue damage and leukocyte infiltration in the cementum. Further fractionation revealed that the 50% ethanol fraction of the n-butanol extract had the most potent action in attenuating inflammation. This fraction suppressed the activation of the PI3K-AKT-mTOR signalling pathway in periodontitis samples. Application of a PI3K activator counteracted the anti-inflammatory effect of the 50% ethanol fraction. We identified a potent anti-inflammatory fraction (50% ethanol fraction of the n-butanol extract) of Kangfuxin for periodontitis treatment. This fraction suppressed the activity of the PI3K-AKT-mTOR signalling pathway in periodontitis samples. Further research is needed to isolate and characterise the specific bioactive compounds within this fraction.

Stevia By-product Fraction has Antioxidant Capacity and has been Evaluated for its Antihyperglycemic and Antilipid Potential

Introduction/Objective: The ethanolic pretreatment of stevia leaves is considered ecologically favorable and increases its yield, purity level, and sensory profile of sweeteners. We investigated the by-product generated so that we can provide a viable and applicable destination to effectively contribute to the production and industrial chain of stevia sweeteners. Recently, an antioxidant and antidiabetic fraction was obtained through stevia methanolic extraction. However, this process is costly, has a low yield, and is non-green. In this study, we got an antioxidant fraction of stevia from its pretreatment by-product, the ethanolic extract, characterized its bioactive compounds – mainly phenolic acids and flavonoids – and evaluated its antidiabetic and antilipid capacity. Methods: The ethanolic extract was fractionated, then the ethyl acetate fraction was microencapsulated. Physicochemical, Mass Spectrometry (UHPLC/MS-MS), scanning electron microscopy, microencapsulation efficiency, and antioxidant capacity analyses were carried out. The antioxidant capacity was evaluated. Antihyperglycemic capacity was assessed by inhibition of α-glucosidase and α-amylase. For antilipid potential, inhibition of pancreatic lipase was measured. Results: Antioxidant potential was observed mainly in the fraction. Microencapsulation improved the stability of the fraction. Mass spectrometry allowed comparison with phenolic and flavonoid compounds from the methanolic and ethanolic fractions of the by-product. Many compounds were coincident, which may explain the similar antioxidant capacity found. The samples showed more than 90% inhibition of alpha-glucosidase, which may indicate potential antidiabetic activity. All samples showed inhibition of the pancreatic lipase enzyme higher than 80%, reaching 91.05% for the free fraction. Conclusion: This study represented the recovery of a by-product and showed that this antioxidant fraction deserves further investigation for its bioactive potential, especially antioxidant, antidiabetic, and anti-lipid.

Phenolic Contents and Antioxidant Properties of Bauhinia rufescens, Ocimum basilicum and Salvadora persica, Used as Medicinal Plants in Chad

The plants Bauhinia rufescens, Ocimum basilicum and Salvadora persica are well known in traditional African medicine, and particularly in traditional Chadian medicine. They are commonly used to treat infectious diseases, inflammatory diseases, fevers, gastroenteritis and other medical conditions. The aim of this study was to perform a phytochemical screening to determine the antioxidant properties of different extracts and fractions from the three plants. Ethanolic extracts and solvent fractions were prepared and analyzed for total phenolic content (TPC), total flavonoid content (TFC) and total tannin content (TTC). LC-MS and an online screening HPLC-ABTS system identified phytochemicals with antioxidant activities. DPPH and ABTS reduction methods were used to test the extracts and fractions for their antioxidant potential. The results showed that the TPC of O. basilicum was higher than that of B. rufescens, ranging from 64.70 ± 5.2 to 411.16 ± 8.11 mgGAE/g DW. B. rufescens extracts and fractions, on the other hand, showed higher TFC, ranging from 69.5 ± 5.3 to 408.26 ± 8.42 mgQE/g DW, and higher TTC, ranging from 4.57 ± 2.45 to 62.19 ± 4.7 mgTAE/g DW. The maximum TPC, TFC and TTC in both plants were recorded in the ethyl acetate fractions. S. persica extracts and fractions showed a very low quantity of TPC, TFC and TTC. Based on LC-MS and HPLC-ABTS analysis, rosmarinic acid was identified as the major component in the extracts and all fractions of O. basilicum, and epicatechin, procyanidin B and quercetin were found in B. rufescens. S. persica did not exhibit specific substances with antioxidant activity and was therefore not considered for further assays. DPPH and ABTS results showed that ethyl acetate fractions of B. rufescens and O. basilicum have the strongest antioxidant activities. This study indicates that B. rufescens and O. basilicum are good sources of phytochemicals with antioxidant properties, suitable for medicinal use in Chadian communities. Additionally, the antioxidant-rich extracts from these plants hold significant potential for cosmetic development, enhancing skin health and protecting against oxidative-stress-induced damage.

Surface, micellization, and thermodynamic behavior of cetyltrimethylammonium bromide in sodium polystyrene sulfonate with and without methyl red in water–ethanol mixed solvent media at varying temperatures: A tensiometric analysis

In this study, we aim to systematically investigate the surface, micellization, and thermodynamic properties of Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Bromide (CTAB) in Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate (NaPSS) solutions with and without methyl red (MR) dye in water–ethanol mixed solvent media (0, 0.1, 0.2, and 0.3 vol fraction of ethanol at 298.15 ± 0.2 K, 308.15 ± 0.2 K, and 318.15 ± 0.2 K. By employing surface tension measurements, we seek to uncover the effects of solvent composition, temperature, polyelectrolyte presence, and dye addition on the Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC) and other key surface and thermodynamic parameters. The CMC, slope (dγdlnC), and γCMC values determined from γ versus ln [CTAB] for the CTAB + NaPSS + MR diminish in contrast to the CTAB + NaPSS in the chosen solvent and the temperature range studied. However, with a rising temperature and ethanol volume fraction, the CMC value rises while the obtained γCMC values fall. Various surface and thermodynamic parameters like γCMC,Amin,Γmax, ΠCMC, adsorption efficiency (PC20), packing parameter (P), aggregation number (Nagg), micellization Gibbs’ energy (ΔGm0), adsorption of Gibbs’ energy (ΔGads0), effective Gibbs’ energy (ΔGeff0), minimum Gibbs’ energy (ΔGmin), and many other parameters have been determined, comparatively discussed, and analyzed for CTAB + NaPSS and CTAB + NaPSS + MR systems. This research provides a deeper understanding of the fundamental behaviors of these complex systems, their stability, and their feasibility, with potential implications for their practical applications in fields such as drug delivery, wastewater treatment, and the formulation of personal care products.

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) Extracts Accelerate Oral Mucosal Wound Healing In Vivo

Background: Oral mucosal pain and sores are common concerns in dental care, often resulting from surgeries, infections, trauma, or autoimmune disorders. Conventional treatments like NSAIDs offer relief but carry adverse side effects. Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) has been traditionally used for its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. However, its potential in oral mucosal wound healing remains underexplored. Methods: This study utilized male Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus) to assess the wound healing effects of nutmeg extracts and fractions. Nutmeg was extracted using maceration, and the fractions were obtained through liquid-liquid extraction. Rats were divided into control and treatment groups, and topical nutmeg treatments were applied daily to incised gingival mucosa. Wound closure time was monitored daily, and healing rates were analyzed. Results: The ethyl acetate fraction of nutmeg exhibited the fastest wound healing, achieving an average healing rate of 88.79%, closely matching the positive control (94.65%). Other fractions also demonstrated efficacy, with the aqueous fraction achieving 82.46% and the ethanol fraction 75.54%. The hexane fraction showed the slowest healing at 63.67%. Statistical analysis revealed significant differences between the groups (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Nutmeg extracts, particularly the ethyl acetate fraction, significantly accelerated wound healing in the oral mucosa of Wistar rats, highlighting its potential as a natural wound-healing agent. Further research is needed to isolate the bioactive compounds responsible for these effects and to explore their clinical applications in dental care.

Response Surface Optimization of the Extraction Process and the Antioxidant Capacity of Total Flavonoids from Microcos Paniculata L.

Ultrasonic-microwave synergistic method was used to extract the total flavonoids from Microcos Paniculata L. To optimize the extraction process, we have conducted single-factor experiments on the total flavonoids yield to provide a basis for analysis. After the results were evaluated, we carried out the response surface method to test the antioxidant properties of total flavonoids in Microcos Paniculata L. The evaluation of antioxidant capacity was done from four dimensions. According to the experiments, the optimal extraction parameters included: 40 mesh particle size, 20:1 liquid/feed ratio (mL/g), 250 W ultrasonic power, 400 W microwave power, 30 min extraction time, and a 60% volume fraction of ethanol. When all the conditions were met, the yield of total flavonoids from Microcos Paniculata L. could reach 6.01%. The total flavonoids from Microcos Paniculata L. could remove DPPH.and ABTS+. At the same mass concentration, the scavenging rates. were as high as 93.14% and 84.40%, respectively. They were close to the scavenging rates of Vc in the positive control group. This proves that the total flavonoids in Microcos Paniculata L. have a good antioxidant ability.

Assessment of Piper longum L. (Piperaceae) leaves toxicity on the adults of Tribolium castaneum (Herbst, 1797) (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae)

BackgroundNumerous insect pests attack stored grains causing both qualitative and quantitative losses. The most damaging pest that infests dry stored produce is the red flour beetle, Tribolium castaneum, a secondary pest of stored goods. This pest, especially in its adult stage, exhibits resistance to chemical insecticides, thereby rendering the traditional pesticides ineffective in controlling it. Phyto-derivatives, which are strong insecticides and also ecologically benign, have gained interest as non-chemical solutions for controlling this pest. Hence, the objective of this study was to investigate the potential of Piper longum leaf extract insecticidal action as an environmentally benign insecticide for the first time against the adults of T. castaneum. In this study, P. longum leaf ethanol extract was tested against the adults of T. castaneum by petri dish bioassay method. Ad hoc studies to verify significant mortality for the initial confirmation of adulticidal activity were conducted for 24 h at different dosages of 62.5, 125, 250, 500 and 1000 mg/L of P. longum leaf ethanol extract. Thereafter, dosages set at 10, 20, 30 and 40 mg/L for the fractions of P. longum leaf ethanol extract were conducted. Prior to this, the leaf extract of this plant was subjected to column chromatography for fractionation. The fractions tested for adulticidal activity were subjected to gas chromatography–mass spectroscopy.ResultsSignificant adulticidal action with 100% adult mortality was observed in ethanol extract of P. longum leaves. Among the fourteen fractions (F0–F13) obtained tested, only fractions, F5, F10 and F13, demonstrated adulticidal activity, and the remaining fractions displayed poor activity. One hundred per cent morality was noted in T. castaneum adults after 96 h at 40 mg/L in F5 and F10, and in F13 at 20 mg/L, and their respective LD50 values were 17.6, 26.6 and 10.0 mg/L. The fractions F5, F10 and F13 contained fatty acids, viz., hexadecanoic acid, dotriacontane and heptacosane in F5; tetradecanoic acid and nonadecanoic acid in F10; and octadecanoic acid, aspartame and tridecanoic acid in F13, revealed through gas chromatography–mass spectroscopy.ConclusionsThe results of the study showed that P. longum ethanol leaf extract revealed significant adulticidal activity and is a promising toxic agent to the adults of T. castaneum. The fatty acids in the ethanolic leaf extract fractions of P. longum could have caused toxicity to the adults of T. castaneum. According to the current literature survey, this is the first research report on the adulticidal activity of P. longum leaf extracts against the adults of T. castaneum.

Isolation and Identification of Bioactive Chlorogenic Acid from Ethanol Fraction of Cordia subcordata: HPLC, HPTLC, FTIR, and LC-MS Analysis.

Cordia subcordata was subjected for soxhlet extraction using soxhlet apparatus by hydroalcoholic solvent (Ethanol:water; 70:30). The obtained crude extract was subjected to organoleptic properties. The extract was dark greenish or greenish-black in color. The odor of the extract was strong like tamarind. The extract taste was bitter mixed with pungent and the texture was sticky solid. The yield of the extract was 9.1%. It was observed that crude extract contains carbohydrates, reducing sugars, monosaccharides, proteins, amino acids, fats and oil, steroids, cardiac glycosides, saponin glycosides, alkaloids, tannins and phenolic compounds, and flavonoids. The presence of many phytochemicals in the extract signifies its substantial contribution to various disorders. The crude extract was subjected to column fractionation using various solvents. For column fractionation, we used polar solvents and analyzed the resulting fractions using thin-layer chromatography (TLC) to determine the presence of individual or multiple compounds. From TLC analysis, it was observed that the ethanol fraction contains a single compound and therefore same fraction was subjected for HPLC, HPTLC, FTIR, and LC-MS analysis. From HPLC analysis, it was clearly identified that this ethanolic fraction contains chlorogenic acid and it displayed a peak at 8.428 minutes. The HPTLC analysis revealed the presence of chlorogenic acid. From HPTLC analysis, chlorogenic acid was identified at 0.65 Rf value. From the present investigation, we concluded that this developed method can be used for the isolation of chlorogenic acid from C. subcordata.

Could Olympic Gels of Polystyrene be Produced by ARGET ATRP From Bifunctional Initiators?

The kinetics of gelation in the Activators Regenerated by Electron Transfer Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization (ARGET ATRP) of styrene, using a bifunctional initiator and no crosslinking agents are investigated. By applying the method of moments, we develop a system of differential equations that accounts for the formation of polymer rings. The kinetic rate constants of this model are optimized on the experimentally determined kinetics, varying the reaction temperature and ethanol fraction. Subsequently, we explore how variations in the amounts of catalyst, initiator, and reducing agents affect the simulated equilibria of ARGET ATRP, the emergence of gelation, and the swelling properties of the resulting networks. These findings suggest that favoring ring formation enhances the gelation phenomenon, supporting the hypothesis that the networks formed under the reported reaction conditions are olympic gels.

In Vivo and In Silico Evaluation of the Anti-plasmodial Properties of the Ethanolic Fraction of Chromolaena odorata

In Vivo and In Silico Evaluation of the Anti-plasmodial Properties of the Ethanolic Fraction of Chromolaena odorata

Potential active fractions and constituents in the flowers of Trollius chinensis Bunge responsible for treating acute pharyngitis

Ethnopharmacological relevanceTrollius chinensis Bunge has a long history of use in China as traditional Chinese medicine and functional tea for the treatment of respiratory infections, such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis and bronchitis. Pharyngitis can impact the entire throat and adjacent lymphoid tissues, and may lead to significant systemic complications. However, the active components and mechanism of Trollius chinensis Bunge for treating acute pharyngitis remains unclear. Aim of the studyTrollius chinensis Bunge is recognized in China both as a medicinal herb and a functional tea. Research into its properties aimed to establish its effectiveness against pharyngitis and to pinpoint the active components and mechanism. Materials and methodsA 70% ethanol extract from the herb was prepared, which was refined using chromatography through a column containing D101 macroporous resin and varying ethanol solutions. The efficacy of the initial and refined extracts was tested using a rat model of ammonia-induced acute pharyngitis. Pathological examination, HE staining and ELISA were applied to screen activity fraction. The compounds were isolated by silica gel, sephadex LH-20 column chromatography and semi-preparative HPLC chromatography from active fraction. All of the isolated compounds were assessed for anti-inflammatory activity by acting on LPS-induced RAW 264.7 macrophage cells in vitro. Cytotoxicity of compounds was detected by CCK-8 assay. The Griess reaction was applied to evaluate the inhibitory effects of isolated compounds on NO production in RAW 264.7 cells induced by LPS. TNF-α, IL-6, IL-1β and PGE2 levels in macrophage supernatant were detected by ELISA. Molecular docking and western blot analysis were applied to study the anti-inflammatory mechanism of active compound. ResultsThe fraction extracted with 30% ethanol proved particularly effective, significantly reducing pharyngitis symptoms. This was evidenced by decreased levels of cytokines (TNF-α, IL-6, IL-1β and PGE2) and visible improvements in the pharyngeal tissue histology. In pursuit of pharyngitis treatments, 23 phenolic acids and 13 flavonoids were isolated from the 30% ethanol fraction and identified using spectral analysis. Of these, three were newly discovered compounds and eight were first-time isolates from the Trollius genus. These compounds were further investigated for their ability to suppress nitric oxide production in RAW 264.7 cells triggered by lipopolysaccharide. Compounds 3, 19, and 26 exhibited strong anti-inflammatory properties. HPLC analysis of the 30% ethanol fraction revealed that orientin was the predominant component, accounting for 44.4% of this fraction. Western blot analysis demonstrated that orientin reduced the expression levels of the protein p-p65 relative to p65, p-IκBα relative to IκBα and iNOS, indicating an anti-inflammatory effect potentially through the modulation of the NF-κB signaling pathway. ConclusionThe finding of this study provided strong support for the use of T. chinensis as a potential functional food for treating pharyngitis.

Cousinia birandiana (Asteraceae): phytochemical composition, antioxidant and enzyme inhibition capacity

Cousinia birandiana is one of the widely spread species of the Asteraceae family. In this study, the total phenolic and flavonoid contents, the inhibitory effect on α-amylase, α-glucosidase, acetylcholinesterase and butyrylcholinesterase enzymes, the antioxidant capacity (by DPPH, ABTS, FRAP, CUPRAC tests) and the phytochemical content (by LC-HRMS) of the ethanol extract and fractions were studied. As a result, it was shown that ethanol extract has better enzyme inhibitory effects on α-amylase, AChE and BChE enzymes with 300.000, 380.605 and 133.567 µg/mL IC50 values. Besides that, the highest phenolic and flavonoid content was found in the ethyl acetate fraction (735.986 mgGAE/gextract and 952.317 mgCA/gextract, respectively). It is observed that the same fraction has better antioxidant activity in DPPH (IC50 =112.701 mg/mL), ABTS (9.494 µM Trolox/gextract) and CUPRAC (1120.454 mgGAE/gextract) tests and the n-hexane fraction has a higher FRAP (1351.199 mmol Fe2+/gextract) antioxidant effect. According to the phytochemical analyses quinic acid, chlorogenic acid and isoquercitrin were found as major compounds in the ethanol extract and fractions. In addition, the same assays were carried out with these major substances. So, this plant can be viewed as a promising bio-resource for pharmaceuticals and biomedical products.

Studies on the Bioactive Components and Antibacterial Activities of Kigelia Africana

Objective: Nature has been a source of medicinal agents for thousands of years and an impressive number of modern drugs have been isolated from natural sources. K. africana is a plant which various part have been used as antibacterial agents, antiprotozoal agents, antineoplastic agents, CNS stimulants e.t.c. Method: Fresh leaves and stem bark of K. africana were collected from Egugwu Agbaja Izzi LGA, Ebonyi State. The plant was washed, soaked, filtered and air-dried to get the aqueous extract. Semi quantitative phytochemical identification, Gas chromatography/Mass spectrometry as well as antibacterial assays of the extracts against C. freundii, E. coli, K. pneumonia and S. aureus by agar well diffusion method were carried out. The aqueous extracts were re-extracted to obtain an ethanolic fraction. Result: The aqueous extract of the leaf had more inhibitory effects than that of the stem bark on the test organisms. The aqueous extract had more inhibitory effects against S. aureus, K. pneumonia and C. freundii as compared to E. coli. The ethanolic fraction had a very significant (P˂0.05) inhibitory effect against all the test organism. Phytochemical analysis of the crude extracts showed the presence of glycosides, tannins, carbohydrate resin and reducing sugar in all extract while saponin and flavonoid was noted only in the aqueous extract of K. africana stem bark. The GC/MS revealed the presence of acetic acid, hydroxy-ethyl ester e.t.c in the leaf aqueous extract whereas phenol, 3-methoxy-2,4,6-trimethyl was revealed in the stem bark. Conclusion: This study revealed that aqueous extract of K. africana contains high amount of phyoconstituents and it may be responsible for its good antibacterial activity.

Comprehensive Screening and Characterization of α-glucosidase Inhibitory Components in the Edible Medicinal Plant Pholidota cantonensis Rolfe Using UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS Analysis and Molecular Docking.

Pholidota cantonensis Rolfe is an edible medicinal plant in the genus Pholidota of the family Orchidaceae. This plant is used to prepare medicated food in China and has been reported to possess anti-α-glucosidase activity. To date, little is known about the active substances responsible for the observed anti-α-glucosidase activity. In the present study, we aimed to screen and characterize the α-glucosidase inhibitory fraction of P. cantonensis using ultraperformance liquid chromatography-quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS) analysis and molecular docking. As a result, the 50% ethanol fraction obtained from D101 macroporous adsorption resin column chromatography (D50 fraction) had the highest total phenol content (353.83 ± 6.06mg GAE/g) and the most prominent α-glucosidase inhibitory activity (IC50 = 30.01 ± 7.30µg/mL). Forty-five compounds were identified from the D50 fraction by using UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS analysis. Molecular docking results showed that six main constituents, namely, crepidatin, 2,7-dihydroxy-4-methoxyl-9,10-dihydrophenylene, 4,4',5,6-tetrahydroxystilbene, 4,7-dihydroxy-2-methoxyl-9,10-dihydrophenylene, (-)-lariciresinol, and thunalbene, in the D50 fraction occupied the catalytic sites of α-glucosidase through strong hydrophobic interactions, hydrogen bonding, and other patterns. The binding energies were between - 29.95 and - 11.41kJ/mol, indicating good binding between the tested compounds and α-glucosidase. The active ingredients responsible for the α-glucosidase inhibitory activity may include phenanthrenes, stilbenes, dibenzyls, and lignans. The D50 fraction has potential value for developing innovative drugs for the prevention and treatment of diabetes mellitus (DM) and is worthy of in-depth research.

Phytochemical Identification and Assessment of Amberboa ramosa Mediated Inhibition of Microtubule and EGFR Associated Growth and Metastasis of Breast Cancer Cells: In Vitro and In Silico Perspective

Amberboa ramosa Roxb. (Asteraceae), commonly known as “Badaward”, has been used for the treatment of tumors from ancient times. In this study, we aimed to scientifically authenticate the use of A. ramosa for breast cancer treatment. The whole plant fractions of A. ramosa were evaluated for their cytotoxic properties against MDA-MB-231 breast cancer cell lines. Among these fractions, Pet. ether, ethyl acetate, and ethanolic fractions exhibited considerable levels of cytotoxicity against MDA-MB-231 cells with [Formula: see text] values of 78.55, 90.60, and 92.92 [Formula: see text]g/mL, respectively. The cell migration significantly decreased in ethyl acetate and ethanolic fractions. GC–MS was used to analyze the phytochemical profile of bioactive fractions, which revealed the presence of long-chain hydrocarbons, carboxylic acids, esters, alcohols, and terpenoids. Subsequently, the 96 compounds present in bioactive fractions were efficiently docked with EGFR and microtubule protein to evaluate affinity towards the targets. Eight common compounds were achieved using a docking-based approach against both target proteins, which showed similar interaction patterns as the reference inhibitors (colchicine and erlotinib). The key interactions revealed the potential of screened compounds as promising hits. 2-[1,2-Dihydroxyethyl]-9-[[Formula: see text]-d-ribofuranosyl]hypoxanthine showed the best dock score of −9.337 and −8.548 kcal/mol against EGFR and microtubule, respectively. 5-Oxo-cystofuranoquinol exhibited better dock score as well as binding energy against both targets. Chemical features present in the 08 dual inhibitors were also matched from the present EGFR and microtubule inhibitors for comparing the anticancer potential. Thus, this research revealed many new directions for developing natural lead compounds from Amberboa ramosa as dual inhibitors for treating breast cancer.

Impact of altitudinal variation on secondary metabolites, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticancer potential of Adiantum venustum D. Don

Phytoconstituents are being emphasized as chemotherapeutic agents, as well as probable anticancer agents. The purpose of the present research was to assess the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties of crude ethanolic extracts and bioactive fractions of Adiantum venustum D. Don collected from three sites in Himachal Pradesh, India. The bioactive phytoconstituents were examined qualitatively and quantitatively in crude ethanolic extracts and fractions of all sites, and biological activities were analyzed. The potential presence of terpenoids, saponins, tannins, phenols, and flavonoids was examined, and it came to light that BF-II [n-butanol fraction of Site-II (2000 m altitude)] had a significantly higher phytochemical concentration. Additionally, the crude ethanolic extracts and fractions were examined for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and BF-II was found to have potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, as verified by the IC50 values (lowest half inhibitory concentration) in the DPPH (57.86 ± 0.72 μg/mL), reducing power assay (45.20 ± 0.72 μg/mL), FRAP (73.12 ± 0.23 μM Fe equivalent), BSA (56.76 ± 0.25 μg/mL), and EAA (EAA59.84 ± 0.13 μg/mL). Following that, the anticancer potential was investigated further using the MTT assay on the HeLa cell line, MTT assay revealed that BF-II possesses significantly higher anticancer potential. Furthermore, the dominant crude ethanolic extract and fraction were further investigated using gas chromatography-mass spectroscopy, and high-performance thin layer chromatography techniques from the selected plant. Overall, the study suggests that the n-butanol fraction of A. venustum possesses significantly higher therapeutic value but is still not explored to the extent of its potential.