Development of a novel encystment medium: Enhancing diagnostic potential of Acanthamoeba spp. by Julalak Chuprom, Suthinee Sangkanu, Watcharapong Mitsuwan, Rachasak Boonhok, Alok K. Paul, Sonia M. Rodrigues Oliveira, Maria L. Pereira, Tajudeen O. Jimoh, Mohammed Rahmatullah, Polrat Wilairatana, Christophe Wiart, Ajoy K. Verma, Veeranoot Nissapatorn

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Eco-friendly synthesis of silver nanoparticles: Enhancing optimization reaction, characterization, and antimicrobial properties with Lantana camara from geothermal area by Pati Kemala, Rinaldi Idroes, Khairan Khairan, Muliadi Ramli, Binawati Ginting, Zuchra Helwani, Rifki Aulia, Ghazi Mauer Idroes, Muhammad Yusuf, Rustam Efendi

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“Spice” (Synthetic Marijuana) Induced Acute Myocardial Infarction: A Case Series by E. Ul Haq, A. Shafiq, A. A. Khan, A. A. Awan, S. Ezad, W. J. Minteer, B. Omar

“…Marijuana induced coronary vasospasm can result in endothelial denudation at the site of a vulnerable atherosclerotic plaque in response to hemodynamic stressors, potentially causing an AMI. Spice refers to herbal mixture with composition and effects similar to that of marijuana and therefore is referred to as “synthetic marijuana.” …”
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The prevention role of Spirulina platensis (Arthrospira platensis) on intestinal health by Ender Deniz Asmaz, Nilay Seyidoglu

“…Spirulina is a popular herbal food that has a preventive effect on health. …”
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A review of traditional Chinese medicine intervention methods for depression among college students by Xiyong Yao, Chen Xu, Linlin Yang, Ailin Wu, Lin Xiong, Lin Xiong

“…However, the studies also acknowledge certain limitations, including varied effectiveness of interventions among individuals and the need for professional diagnosis and treatment in the case of acupuncture and herbal remedies. This provides early prevention and intervention measures for the treatment of depression among college students, and promotes the inheritance of traditional Chinese culture.…”
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Nutraceutical COMP-4 confers protection against endothelial dysfunction through the eNOS/iNOS-NO-cGMP pathway. by Monica G Ferrini, Andrea Abraham, Revecca Millán, Leslie Graciano, Sriram V Eleswarapu, Jacob Rajfer

“…The nutraceutical COMP-4 -consisting of L-citrulline, ginger extract, and herbal components Paullinia cupana and muira puama-has been shown previously to stimulate the production of nitric oxide (NO) in a variety of tissue types. …”
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Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis of Aconitum Alkaloids in Raw and Processed Chuanwu and Caowu by HPLC in Combination with Automated Analytical System and ESI/MS/MS by Aimin Sun, Bo Gao, Xueqing Ding, Chi-Ming Huang, Paul Pui-Hay But

“…The results obtained from automated analytical system are identical to those from ESI/MS/MS, which indicated that the method is a convenient and rapid tool for the qualitative analysis of herbal preparations. Furthermore, HA was little hydrolyzed by heating processes and thus it might account more for the toxicity of processed aconites. …”
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Detection of Fungal Infections in Gloriosa Superba Plant Using the Convolution Neural Network Model by Guillermo Napoleón Pelaez-Diaz, Rosa Vílchez-Vásquez, Antonio Huaman-Osorio, R. Mahaveerakannan, S. Pushpa, Nilesh Shelke, Sumitha Jagadibabu, Jenifer Mahilraj

“…Herbal treatments’ efficacy, safety, and mild side effects are also high priorities in primary care. …”
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COMBINATION OF ACUPUNCTURE THERAPY AND TURMERICLIQUORICE HERBS FOR CHRONIC COUGHING CASE by Intan Fahdelasari Purwanto, Ario Imandiri, Lusiana Arifanti

“…Methods: Acupuncture points were given 12 times within once per 2 days. The herbal therapy was given for 30 days in the form of tea drink twice per day, with a dose of each containing 4gr (1 tea bag). …”
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An Evidence-Based Review of Fat Modifying Supplemental Weight Loss Products by Amy M. Egras, William R. Hamilton, Thomas L. Lenz, Michael S. Monaghan

“…Recently published randomized, placebo-controlled trials were identified in PubMed, MEDLINE, International Pharmaceutical Abstracts, Cochrane Database, and Google Scholar using the search terms dietary supplement, herbal, weight loss, obesity, and individual supplement names. …”
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Saving Souls and ‘Trees’: An Emerging Model of Pentecostal-Charismatic Eco-Missions in the Church of Pentecost, Ghana by Christian Tsekpoe, Emmanuel Awudi

“…This schism was particularly evident in some Ghanaian Pentecostal-Charismatic Churches (PCCs), where the use of both orthodox and herbal medications was prohibited. The rift between the two domains within the African Pentecostal-Charismatic tradition, which persisted until recent times, highlights significant implications for the intersection of religious beliefs and scientific practises within various African contexts. …”
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Acquired Myelodysplasia or Myelodysplastic Syndrome: Clearing the Fog by Ethan A. Natelson, David Pyatt

“…Moreover, the term MDS is occasionally inappropriately applied to hematologic disorders associated with acquired morphologic myelodysplastic features which may rather represent potentially reversible hematological responses to immune-mediated factors, nutritional deficiency states, and disordered myelopoietic responses to various pharmaceutical, herbal, or other potentially myelotoxic compounds. …”
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Alkaloids in Processed Rhizoma Corydalis and Crude Rhizoma Corydalis Analyzed by GC/MS by Zhifeng Guo, Ru Cai, Huidan Su, Yunlong Li

“…The alkaloids in the processed sample were less than those in the crude Rhizoma Corydalis significantly, while almost the corydaline has been changed in conformation after the sample had undergone processing, which provided support for the conclusion of reducing toxicity when the herbal medicine having been undergone a traditional drugs treatment process.…”
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Profiling Rosmarinic Acid and Sinensetin Content of Orthosiphon aristatus. from Three Different Locations with Variety Ethanol Concentration by Novia Putri Ramadhani, Yosi Bayu Murti, Andayana Puspitasari Gani

“…It is widely used as an ingredient in herbal medicine and distributed throughout the world, including China, Europe and Indonesia. …”
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Phytosynthesis of Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles Using King of Bitter Andrographis paniculata and Its Embryonic Toxicology Evaluation and Biomedical Potential by S. Rajeshkumar, J. Santhoshkumar, Leta Tesfaye Jule, Krishnaraj Ramaswamy

“…In this present study, the green synthesis of titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles using the king of bitter herbal plant Andrographis paniculata was synthesized and characterized using XRD, SEM, HRTEM, AFM, and antimicrobial, antioxidant, and antidiabetic activities. …”
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A Network Pharmacology Study on the Cervix Prescription for Treatment of Cervical Cancer by Yingping Zhu, Liangping Wang, Leilai Xu, Pian Ying

“…This study provides valuable information for TCM researchers and clinicians to better understand the main therapeutic targets and therapeutic roles of herbal decoctions in clinical settings. The results of our study preliminarily clarified that the cervical prescription has an inhibitory effect on cervical cancer cells.…”
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Particle Formation by Supercritical Fluid Extraction and Expansion Process by Sujuan Pan, Junbo Zhou, Haiting Li, Can Quan

“…Supercritical fluid extraction and expansion (SFEE) patented technology combines the advantages of both supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) and rapid expansion of supercritical solution (RESS) with on-line coupling, which makes the nanoparticle formation feasible directly from matrix such as Chinese herbal medicine. Supercritical fluid extraction is a green separation technology, which has been developed for decades and widely applied in traditional Chinese medicines or natural active components. …”
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Governing bodies? by Kudzaiishe Peter Vanyoro, George Mavunga, Zvenyika Eckson Mugari

“… Using both intersectional and kyriarchy heuristics which acknowledge the interlocking gender, sexuality and class dynamics in the co-construction of power hierarchies, this paper examines how informal herbal healing flyers and posters in the Johannesburg CBD reinforce norms which govern and legitimate desirable male and female bodies and lives through written texts and images. …”
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Universitas Sumatera Utara Arboretum of Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, Indonesia: Revealing the potency by Nuryawan Arif, Rahmawaty, Susilowati Arida, Zaitunah Anita, Anjelisa Zaitun Hasibuan Poppy, Irawan Bambang, Fadillah Achmad

“…To promote climate change mitigation, it is still necessary to optimize the potency as a source of bio-energy, food and feed, herbal medicine, carbon reserves, and creative economy (natural dyes and craft materials).…”
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Acute Toxicity of Dental Gel Based on Origanum vulgare in Mice by Karakoz Badekova, Gayane Atazhanova, Irina Losseva, Aigul Medeshova, Ailazzat Aitkenova, Anar Brazhanova

“…Objectives. The creation of new herbal medicines for their use in dentistry is relevant. …”
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