Molecules, Volume 30, Issue 4

The regioselectivity and molecular mechanism of the (3+2) cycloaddition reaction between E-2-(trimethylsilyl)-1-nitroethene and arylonitrile N-oxides were explored on the basis of the ωB97XD/6-311+G(d) (PCM) quantumchemical calculations. It was...

III-nitrides are crucial materials for solar flow batteries due to their versatile properties. In contrast to the well-studied MOVPE reaction mechanism for AlN and GaN, few works report gas-phase mechanistic studies on the growth of InN. To better un...

Electrochromic (EC) technology has become one of the smart technologies with the most potential for development and application at this stage. Based on electrochromic devices (ECDs), this technology has shown extraordinary potential in the fields of...

The plant kingdom serves as a valuable resource for cancer drug development. This study explored the antitumor activity of different sub-fractions (hexane, dichloromethane and methanol) of U. gallii (gorse) methanol extract in glioblastoma (U-87MG an...

Background: Raspberry leaf (RL; Rubus idaeus) is a by-product of raspberry cultivation and has been proposed to be a rich source of micronutrients and potential bioactive components, including polyphenols. However, the precise chemical composition of...

Since heterogeneous catalytic ozonation (HCO) has become a leading trend in advanced oxidation processes, finding new prospective catalysts has become crucial. Plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) is a method of thin-layer deposition tha...

The durability of the materials is often limited as they fade under the influence of external factors, particularly light. The present research aimed to study the photodegradation of commercial inkjet inks in an aqueous solution. The results were com...

Xanthone dimers, a distinctive class of natural metabolites renowned for their unique structures, are abundantly present in a diverse array of angiosperms, fungi, and lichens. These compounds not only exhibit remarkable diversity but also possess a b...

In this article, we introduce nano-differential fluorimetry (nano-DSF) as an analytical technique that is suitable for investigating polyphenol–protein interactions in solution. Nano-DSF monitors conformational changes in proteins induced by ex...

Catalytic alkane hydroxylation activities of the iron complex encapsulated into the micropore of the Y-type zeolite and mesoporous zeolites, the latter of which were obtained by the partial removal of aluminum and alkaline treatment, have been explor...

Fruit processing by-products contain various classes of bioactive constituents, which may find applications as ingredients for foods, nutraceuticals or cosmeceuticals. This study explored the fractionation of lipophilic rowanberry pomace extracts iso...

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) represent a leading global health crisis, significantly impairing patients’ quality of life and posing substantial risks to their survival. Conventional therapies for CVDs often grapple with challenges such as ina...

Molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂) is a promising catalyst for hydrogen evolution through water electrolysis with low cost and high efficiency, but its hydrogen evolution performance can be further improved. Using sodium molybdate (Na₂MoO₄·2H₂O) and...

This study employed ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) to isolate polysaccharides from Lyophyllum decastes, which were subsequently fractionated into two components, LDP-A1 and LDP-B1, using DEAE cellulose-52 and Sephacryl S-500. The structural cha...

Chrysin, a naturally occurring flavonoid, exhibits a broad spectrum of biological activities, including showing anticancer properties. However, its clinical application is limited by poor bioavailability and low solubility. The introduction of an ami...

This study investigated the capabilities of Yarrowia lipolytica strains to grow in media with different hydrophobic wastes from the meat industry. The yeast growth, cellular lipid accumulation, production of lipases, and degree of utilization of liqu...

The secondary metabolome of Nemania diffusa, isolated as an ash endophytic fungus, was analyzed in detail. From its cultures, a previously undescribed cytochalasin 1 was isolated using preparative HPLC, together with six known congeners: 18-dehydroxy...

Resveratrol, a naturally occurring phenolic stilbene molecule, has been intensively researched for its anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antioxidant, antibacterial, and neuroprotective properties. However, due to its limited absorption and probable hepa...

Spermidine is a natural autophagy-inducer and anti-aging compound. Herein, we investigated a potential autophagy-independent mechanism of spermidine, namely its capability to directly impede LDL oxidation, an early step in atherogenesis. In our in vi...

L-Theanine, a natural amino acid found in green tea (Camellia sinensis) leaves, is known for its diverse psychotropic effects. This study aimed to evaluate the inhibitory effect of L-theanine on melanin production and uncover its regulatory mechanism...

Microspheres with well-defined hollow structures have been attracting interest due to their unique morphology and fascinating properties. Herein, a strategy for morphology and size control of hollow polymer@silica microspheres is proposed. Multilayer...

The electrocatalytic reduction of CO₂ (ECO₂RR) to syngas with tunable CO/H₂ ratios offers a promising route for sustainable energy conversion and chemical production. Here, we report a series of N-doped carbon black (NCBx) catalysts with tailored nit...

Several polyphenol-rich Terminalia species (Combretaceae) are known to accelerate wound healing. Recently, the Omani medicinal plant Anogeissus dhofarica (now Terminalia dhofarica) was attributed to the genus Terminalia based on phylogenetic studies....

Two bis-ruthenium(II) complexes, namely N,N′-{5,17-diamino-4(24),6(10),12(16),18(22)-tetramethylenedioxy-2,8,14,20-tetrapentylresorcin[4]arene}-bis-[dichloro-(p-cymene)-ruthenium(II)] (1) and N,N′-{5,11-diamino-4(24),6(10),12(16), 18(22)-...

Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), recognized as a medical biomaterial, have been proven to promote cell proliferation and tissue repair. PHA has a variety of forms: PHB, PHV, PHHx, and PHBHHx, etc. In this study, PHBHHx was selected as the precursor to f...

Physalis alkekengi L. fruit polysaccharides can reduce blood sugar, regulate blood lipids, and improve intestinal flora structure. However, the specific polysaccharide components exerting these effects are unclear. In this study, we extracted, separa...

Advancements in biological and medical science are intricately linked to the biological central dogma. In recent years, gene editing techniques, especially CRISPR/Cas systems, have emerged as powerful tools for modifying genetic information, suppleme...

Recently, nitrostilbenes characterized by two different or differently substituted aryl moieties, obtainable from the initial ring-opening of 3-nitrobenzo[b]thiophene with amines, have proved, by means of a stepwise double coupling with phenolic-type...

Diplopterys pubipetala (Malpighiaceae) is a liana native to the Brazilian Cerrado biome, traditionally used in Ayahuasca preparations. Despite its cultural importance, research on its chemical composition and biological activities, which may have the...

Aquilaria spp. are a highly valuable plant species found in the Chinese herbal medicine and agarwood fragrance supplement industries for fumigation, combustion and perfume. The phytochemical composition of agarwood oils (extracts) was derived from Aq...

Numerous studies have previously demonstrated the antimicrobial activity of plant extracts rich in procyanidins. However, these investigations that focused on uncharacterized extracts do not provide information on the structure–activity relatio...

Cannabidiol (CBD), derived from the Cannabis plant, has shown potential in dentistry for its antimicrobial properties, particularly against oral bacteria. Denture-associated infections, a common issue among denture wearers, present a challenge in ant...

This work explores the self-assembly and optical properties of a novel chiral, aromatic-rich Boc-Phe-Phe dipeptide derivative functionalized with a benzothiazole bicyclic ring that forms supramolecular structures. Leveraging the well-known self-assem...

The colonizing of temporary soft lining materials in the oral cavity by yeast-like fungi, particularly Candida albicans, poses a significant risk of complications during prosthetic treatment. Various experimental materials incorporating antimicrobial...

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease characterized by extensive neurodegeneration and consequent severe memory loss. Apolipoprotein E4 (ApoE4) is the strongest genetic risk factor for AD, with its pathological eff...

Enzyme immobilization plays a critical role in enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of biocatalysis, addressing key challenges such as limited enzyme stability, short shelf life, and difficulties in recovery and recycling, which are pivotal fo...

The hazardousness of solvents used in synthetic organic chemistry is well established. In this context, it is relevant to search for safer and greener alternatives. Within the last decades, deep eutectic solvents have been considered as possible and...

Nasturtium officinale R. Br. (watercress) is an endangered species with valuable pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and nutritional properties. The purpose of this work was to evaluate the phytochemical profile and biological activity of extracts from microsh...

Citrus x limonia is an aromatic species belonging to the Rutaceae family. In the present study, the chemical composition, enantiomeric distribution, and biological activity of the essential oil isolated from leaves of Citrus x limonia were determined...

Experimental investigations of the diode-laser-induced ignition of potassium picrate (KP) with a multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWNT) additive are presented in this article. KP/MWNT composites with varying contents were prepared directly by adding dif...

Bos frontalis (Mithun) and Bos grunniens (yak) are crucial to the culture, food security, and economy of Southeast Asia, especially in India and China, respectively. Their genetic closeness to Bos indicus (indicine cattle) and Bos taurus (taurine cat...

Strong-aroma type Baijiu and its diluted samples were characterized through descriptive analysis. Significant changes were observed in four (ethanol, Jiao-aroma, fruity, and grain) of the nine aroma attributes, primarily attributed to variations in e...

The carbonylation at the benzyl C-Hal bonds (Hal = F, Cl) of a number of polyfluorinated alkylbenzenes and benzocycloalkenes using carbon monoxide in the presence of SbF₅ is described. The reaction provided the corresponding α-arylcarboxylic ac...

Bitter orange (Citrus aurantium L.), a member of the Rutaceae family, finds global utility in both the treatment of various ailments and its role as a rootstock for Citrus species in agriculture. Various parts of Citrus aurantium L. have been employe...

Nanothermites as high-energy-density and high-reaction-rate materials have important applications in civil and military fields. Nevertheless, it is difficult to detect all intermediates and products using conventional experimental methods. In this wo...

Hydrogen energy is an ideal clean energy source for the future. In the promotion and application of hydrogen energy, the safe and effective storage of hydrogen needs to be addressed. LiNH₂BH₃, as an important hydrogen storage material, can reversibly...

The European Union, producing over 2.5 billion tons of waste annually, has prompted the European Parliament to implement legal measures and encourage the shift towards a circular economy. Millions of tons of biowaste from olive plant leaves are gener...

This study assessed the potential of dried Cayenne pepper (CP; Capsicum annuum L.) as a natural additive to rice bran oil (RBO), grape seed oil (GSO), and virgin olive oil (OO). Key analyses included peroxide and acid values, oxidative stability (Ran...

Graphene, a one-atom-thick sp²-hybridized carbon sheet, has enormous potential for fabricating flexible transparent electronics due to its unique electronic and mechanical properties. However, the intrinsic lack of a band gap, the low reactivity, and...

Pulsed electric field (PEF) has previously been recognized as a method of gentle food processing, and its use has been shown to be helpful in reducing the levels of toxigenic Fusarium micromycetes developed during malting. The aim of this study was t...