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Green Synthesis of Metal Oxide Nanoparticles Using Plant Extracts: Applications in Catalysis and Biomedicine

open access: yesNano Select, Volume 7, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT The green synthesis of metal oxide nanoparticles (MONPs) using plant‐based resources has gained significant traction as an environmentally benign, cost‐effective, and scalable alternative to traditional chemical and physical methods. This review comprehensively explores the plant‐mediated synthesis routes for a variety of MONPs, including CuO,
Faith Mwangi, Jannatun Zia, Ufana Riaz
wiley   +1 more source

Lipophilic and hydrophilic antioxidants, lipid peroxidation inhibition and radical scavenging activity of two Lamiaceae food plants [PDF]

open access: yes, 2010
Medicinal and aromatic plants are highly prized all over the world. According to local cuisine and pharmacopoeias, they used to be important as dietary supplements, providing bioactive compounds.
Barros, Lillian   +3 more
core   +1 more source

Starving for oxygen: the effect of hypoxia on seed germination and secondary dormancy induction in Mediterranean temporary ponds plant species

open access: yesPlant Biology, Volume 28, Issue 2, Page 432-440, March 2026.
This study examined the germination adaptations to hypoxia of species along a plant zonation in Mediterranean temporary ponds, highlighting the key traits that support their survival and regeneration. Abstract Mediterranean temporary ponds (MTPs) are dynamic habitats where low levels of dissolved oxygen can significantly impact plant life.
M. Di Stefano   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Morpho-anatomical study of gynoecium and fruit in Mentha (Lamiaceae) species from Argentina [PDF]

open access: yes, 2011
Se realizaron estudios morfológicos y anatómicos de gineceo y fruto, utilizando microscopía óptica y electrónica de barrido, en especies de Mentha (sect. Mentha L.y sect. Pulegium (Mill.) Coss. & Germ.).
Barboza, Gloria Estela   +2 more
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Topical Formulations Containing Mentha piperita for Wound Healing: A Scoping Review

open access: yesChemistry &Biodiversity, Volume 23, Issue 2, February 2026.
This scoping review synthesizes evidence from preclinical studies on topical formulations containing Mentha piperita for the treatment of infected wounds. The formulations, including creams, hydrogels, nanoemulsions, and lipid carriers, demonstrated antimicrobial and healing potential, reducing bacterial growth, biofilm formation, and inflammation, in ...
Lorena Gonçalves Araújo   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Evidence of biological activity of Mentha species extracts on apoptotic and autophagic targets on murine RAW264.7 and human U937 monocytic cells

open access: yesPharmaceutical Biology, 2017
Context: Mints (Lamiaceae) are used as traditional remedies for the treatment of several diseases. Their extracts are recognized as anti-inflammatory compounds. Objective: This study characterized the cytotoxic effects of Mentha spicata L.
Fatiha Brahmi   +10 more
doaj   +1 more source

Antidepressant effects of mentha pulegium in mice [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
The aim of this study is to investigate the antidepressant effects of Mentha pulegium essential oil in BALB/ c mice. Six experimental groups (7 mice each) were used. Forced swim test was performed 30 min after essential oil injection.
Gholami, M.   +2 more
core  

Pitardia resurrected: A new member of subtribe Menthinae (Lamiaceae)

open access: yesTAXON, Volume 75, Issue 1, February 2026.
Abstract Despite tremendous progress towards clarifying phylogenetic relationships within the mint family (Lamiaceae), uncertainty remains regarding relationships among some major clades as well as the proper placement of some genera. While researching the genus Nepeta, a species from northeastern Morocco, N.
Abdelmonaim Homrani Bakali   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Antimicrobial activities of essential oils against common hospital Fungi species [PDF]

open access: yes, 2014
Introduction: In hospitals and other healthcare settings the presence of airborne and sedimented fungi is an extrinsic risk factor for opportunistic infections involving both immunocompromised and non-immunocompromised persons.
Are, Bianca Maria   +9 more
core   +1 more source

Chemical Composition and Antibacterial Potential of Lavandula latifolia and Lavandula angustifolia Essential Oils Against Bacillus cereus Isolated From Pipelines of Dairy Industry

open access: yesChemistry &Biodiversity, Volume 23, Issue 1, January 2026.
1,8‐Cineole, limonene, and camphor were abundant in Algerian Lavandula latifolia essential oil, whereas linalol and linalyl acetate were in Lavandula angustifolia. MIC and MBC results revealed L. latifolia oil was the most effective against Bacillus cereus. Hexyl butyrate and lavandulyl acetate, among others, bound efficiently to the active site of the
Mounir Saifi   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

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