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Three New Biflavonoids from Chinese Dragon's Blood,

Natural Product Communications, 2012
Three new biflavonoids, named (2 R γ S )-3′-methoxy-8-methylsocotrin-4′-ol ( 1 ), (2 S γ R )-3′-methoxy-8-methylsocotrin-4′-ol ( 2 ), and (2 R γ R )-8-methylsocotrin-4′-ol ( 3 ), were isolated from Chinese Dragon's blood [Dracaena cochinchinensis (Lour.)
Jing Guan, Shun-Xing Guo
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Pulmonary development in Squamata: Insights from embryonic studies using micro‐CT

Developmental Dynamics, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Pulmonary development in tetrapods is a complex process, especially within squamates, where single‐chambered, transitional, and multi‐chambered lungs can be found in adult animals. While the embryological development of the respiratory system of lizards and snakes was studied in a number of species between the 1830s and 1940s, the ...
Barbara G. Champini, Raul E. Diaz Jr., Emma R. Schachner, Wilfried Klein   +3 more
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Fish Scales: A Multifunctional Biomaterial from Nature

ENERGY &ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS, EarlyView.
Fish scales demonstrate nature's solution to impact protection through overlapping multilayered architecture. This biological design combines mineralized surfaces with collagen networks to achieve both flexibility and fracture resistance. The structural principles inspire advanced protective materials and biomedical implants, where damage tolerance ...
Liyao Dong, Xiaojie Sun, Xiguang Chen
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Rapid Evaluation of Chemical Consistency of Artificially Induced and Natural Resina Draconis Using Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography Quadrupole-Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry-Based Chemical Profiling

Molecules, 2018
Resina Draconis is a highly valued traditional medicine widely used in Arabia since ancient times, and it has been commonly used as an antidiarrheic, antimicrobial, antiulcer, blood circulation promoter as well as an anti-inflammatory agent.
Qianping Chen, Lili He, Changming Mo, Zhifeng Zhang, Hairong Long, Xiaoyu Gu, Ying Wei   +6 more
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3D‐Printed Models in Oral Surgery Simulation Training: A Scoping Review

Journal of Dental Education, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Advancements in three‐dimensional (3D) printing have introduced innovative tools for medical and dental education. In dental surgery, 3D‐printed simulation models offer valuable presurgical training. This review explores the scope, study types, key findings, limitations, and future research needs to enhance their application in ...
Shahrzad Rahimizadeh Nahavandi, Leila Gholami, Amir Parham Pirhadi Rad, Morteza Ghojazadeh, Kevin Aminzadeh, Rana Tarzemany   +5 more
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Dragon’s Blood Inhibits Chronic Inflammatory and Neuropathic Pain Responses by Blocking the Synthesis and Release of Substance P in Rats

Journal of Pharmacological Sciences, 2012
As a traditional Chinese medicine, dragon’s blood (DB) is widely used in treating various pains for thousands of years due to its potent anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
Yu-Sang Li, Jun-Xian Wang, Mei-Mei Jia, Min Liu, Xiao-Jun Li, He-Bin Tang   +5 more
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Loureirin B, an essential component of Sanguis Draxonis, inhibits Kv1.3 channel and suppresses cytokine release from Jurkat T cells [PDF]

, 2014
Sanguis draxonis (SD), also known as “Dragon’s Blood”, is a traditional herb medicine that has been used to treat a variety of complications with unknown mechanisms.
A Corcione, A Iglesias, A Matkowski, A Nguyen, A Nikouee, AE Fasth, AG Gonzalez, B Xiao, C Beeton, C Beeton, CM Hu, CP Wayman, D Gupta, E Risco, EJ Tarcha, F Chen, F Sallusto, G Appendino, G Martino, H Hao, H Wang, H Wulff, H Wulff, H Zhenqing, HC Liou, I Tsacheva, J Gutermuth, KC O'Connor, KK Hoyer, L Xiangming, LS Wei, M Guo, MW Pennington, N Zhao, NM Storey, PG Hogan, PJ Shaw, R Desai, RJ Robe, RS Norton, S Han, S Koshy, S Markovic-Plese, SA Nicolaou, SJ Yin, SK Heo, SK Upadhyay, T Dorner, T Dreker, TS Gechev, U Julius, V Viglietta, VS Rao, W Wang, WH Vissers, X Liu, X Liu, XX Fu, YQ Li, YQ Li, YS Li, Z Hou, Z Li   +62 more
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Artificial Intelligence in Voice Disorders: Current Landscape, Emerging Applications and Future Directions

World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To provide a comprehensive review of the current landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) applications in voice disorder, with emphasis on emerging applications, limitations, and future directions for clinical integration. Methods Literature review.
Rachel B. Kutler, Anaïs Rameau
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Characteristics and Comparison of the “Dragon” Plants as Potential Cosmetic Ingredients

Cosmetics
Dragon plants is a specific term for a group of species whose names refer to “dragon”, such as dragon’s blood or dragon fruit, combining exotic origins with interesting biological properties.
Justyna Żwawiak, Wiktoria Czemerzyńska, Lucjusz Zaprutko, Anna Pawełczyk   +3 more
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Antibacterial Activity against of Phenolic Constituents Isolated from Dragon's Blood

Natural Product Communications, 2013
Ralstonia solanacearum is a worldwide and devastating plant pathogen infesting over 200 host species. Synthetic bactericides against the pathogen have only achieved limited success and always cause both crop contamination and environmental pollution ...
Hui Wang, Ying Luo, Haofu Dai, Wenli Mei
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