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In vitro antimicrobial activity of Luffa operculata

Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, 2015
Luffa operculata is probably one of the most popular herbal medicines used in the treatment of rhinitis and rhinosinusitis. However, its specific mechanism of action is still unknown.To evaluate in vitro antibacterial activity of L. operculata against three ordinary agents of upper respiratory tract infection: Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus ...
Scalia, Rodolfo Alexander, Dolci, José Eduardo Lutaif, Ueda, Suely Mitoi Ykko, Sassagawa, Suzethe Matiko   +3 more
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Connecting tradition and technology: The digitization of the ethnobotanical collection at the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, Volume 8, Issue 4, Page 1104-1115, July 2026.
The digitization of RBetno (JBRJ) represents a step forward for biodiversity conservation in Brazil. Aligned with the Kunming‐Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (Target 2, 2020–2030), this project documents the use of plants, including traditional knowledge and vernacular names, with a focus on the Atlantic Forest and Amazon.
Viviane S. Fonseca‐Kruel, Carlos E. A. Coimbra Jr., Luis Alexandre Estevão da Silva, Felipe Alves Oliveira, Maria Paula Vasconcelos Mesquita, Mariana Taniguchi, Rafaela Campostrini Forzza   +6 more
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Synergistic attraction: Development and field evaluation of a multicomponent lure for Zeugodacus cucurbitae based on host‐plant volatiles and gut bacterium‐derived volatiles

Pest Management Science, Volume 82, Issue 7, Page 6919-6930, July 2026.
The newly developed ternary blend was validated in field trials and proved highly effective in attracting both male and female Zeugodacus cucurbitae. Abstract BACKGROUND Zeugodacus cucurbitae is a global quarantine pest. Management of this pest relies heavily on chemical insecticides, which impose substantial environmental burdens. Male‐specific lures [
Jinhua Li, Guangmei Chen, Yang Yue, Jingjing Wang, Yanan Liu, Zhenya Tian, Jingfang Yang, Bin Zhang, Zhongshi Zhou   +8 more
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The complete mitochondrial genome of Luffa acutangula

Mitochondrial DNA. Part B. Resources, 2020
Based on PacBio de novo assembly, we report the first complete mitochondrial genome of Luffa acutangula (460,333 bp) containing nine large chloroplast-derived sequences (1.9–17.3 kb) across the mitogenome.
Panthita Ruang-areerate, Jeremy Shearman, Wasitthee Kongkachana, Nukoon Jomchai, Thippawan Yoocha, Sonicha U-thoomporn, Nattapol Narong, John Robert Sheedy, Supat Mekiyanon, Wirulda Pootakham, Sithichoke Tangphatsornruang   +10 more
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3D Printing Innovations in Polymeric Porous and Patterned Architecture

Advanced Functional Materials, Volume 36, Issue 50, 22 June 2026.
Polymeric foams occupy a unique structural space between dense solids and open networks, where engineered void fraction governs mechanical compliance, thermal resistance, and mass transport. Additive manufacturing now enables precise spatial control over cellular architecture, unlocking designer foam structures across applications spanning crash ...
Dhanush Patil, Sri Vaishnavi Thummalapalli, Clarissa Westover, Arunachalam Ramanathan, M. Taylor Sobzcak, Roumika Patil, Qixuan Xiang, Tiantian Li, Sui Yang, Timothy E. Long, Hongyue Sun, Xianqiao Wang, Yang Liu, Kenan Song   +13 more
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Investigation of the Effectiveness of Using Luffa Cylindrica to Reduce Water Consumption in Agriculture [PDF]

Trends in Ecological and Indoor Environmental Engineering
Background: To achieve the Sustainable Development Goals: Zero Hunger, a stable and accessible water supply in agriculture is essential. The projected steady increase in population will contribute to a moderate increase in consumption, which in turn ...
Alman Sikder, Sayed Huzaifa Mumit
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Characterization of Luffa-reinforced Polyaniline Films

Düzce Üniversitesi Bilim ve Teknoloji Dergisi
Herein, Polyaniline (PANI)/polyethylene oxide (PEO) - luffa cylindrica bio-composite films of various mass fractions (%) have been prepared via casting solution of emeraldine base polyaniline and cellulose extracted from luffa.
Ozge Akay Sefer
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A Comparative Evaluation of Carbonaceous and Alloy Type Anodes for Sodium‐Ion Batteries: Capacity, Scalability, and Sustainability Perspectives

Small, Volume 22, Issue 31, 2 June 2026.
This review critically compares the electrochemical performance of carbon‐based and alloy‐type anodes for sodium‐ion batteries, with an emphasis on strategies that enhance practical deployment. It highlights how synergistic optimization of microstructure, electrolyte, and presodiation improves hard carbon, while nanostructuring and interfacial ...
Anele Tshaka, Usisipho Feleni, Moshawe J. Madito, Mesfin Abayneh Kebede   +3 more
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An investigation into the sensory properties of luffa [ Luffa cylindrica (L.)] sap

Journal of Food Science
Abstract The seeds and sap of luffa [ Luffa cylindrica (L.)] are usually discarded as waste. As such, this study aimed to identify the sensory properties of luffa sap (aqueous solution) and if it can be incorporated into a food item (orange juice)
Mackenzie Gorman, Laura Baxter, Kaitlyn Frampton, Tanvi Dabas, Rachael Moss, Matthew B. McSweeney   +5 more
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Solar‐Driven Interfacial Evaporation: Functional Materials, Structural Innovations, Synergistic Light–Heat–Mass Transfer Mechanisms, and Practical Applications

Carbon Neutralization, Volume 5, Issue 3, May 2026.
This review focuses on solar‐driven interfacial evaporation (SIE) for sustainable desalination, covering material design, performance, and applications. It also discusses current challenges and future directions, positioning SIE as a key technology to address global water scarcity. ABSTRACT The global freshwater crisis, intensified by population growth
Jiugang Li, Botian Zhu, Haoran Qiao, Zhiyi Xu, Zhiqiang Wang, Yi Hu, Hualin Zhang, Haoyou Jiang, Wenbin Li, Ying Wang, Jiuyi Li   +10 more
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