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Review
Multi-Target Antitumor Effects of Natural Products and Approved Drug Repurposing in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Advances in Mechanisms, Combination Regimens, Delivery System Optimization, and Clinical Challenges
by Yuli Xie, Dashuai Zhang and Pei Tang
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2026, 27(17), 7908; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms27177908 (registering DOI) - 4 Sep 2026
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Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related mortality. The effectiveness of treatment is limited by several factors, including significant tumoral heterogeneity, rapid development of drug resistance, high metastatic potential, and a complex tumor microenvironment. In recent years, natural [...] Read more.
Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related mortality. The effectiveness of treatment is limited by several factors, including significant tumoral heterogeneity, rapid development of drug resistance, high metastatic potential, and a complex tumor microenvironment. In recent years, natural products have emerged as valuable resources for the discovery of novel antitumor strategies against non-small cell lung cancer. These compounds possess diverse chemical properties, target multiple pathways, are abundant in nature, and exhibit relatively low toxicity. The utilization of existing medications with established pharmacokinetic profiles and safety records, combined with shorter development timelines, shows promise for advancing lung cancer treatment research. A growing body of evidence indicates that both naturally occurring compounds and commercially available drugs exert effects that extend beyond traditional cytotoxic mechanisms. These agents influence processes such as ferroptosis, oxidative stress, metabolic reprogramming, autophagy, apoptosis, epithelial–mesenchymal transition (EMT), tumor immune microenvironments, and epigenetic networks, suggesting that their activities can be leveraged for a robust multi-target antitumor strategy. Accordingly, this review summarizes research advances on natural products and repurposed marketed drugs for non-small cell lung cancer; outlines their potential for combination with chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy; and discusses future directions for clinical translation. Full article
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An Update on Osmotherapy in Acute Brain Injury: Current and Emerging Strategies
by Sarah A. Howson, Benjamin Reddi, Rebecca J. Hood, Renée J. Turner and Mark P. Plummer
J. Clin. Med. 2026, 15(17), 6860; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm15176860 (registering DOI) - 4 Sep 2026
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Intracranial hypertension is a major modifiable pathway of secondary brain injury after acute neurological insults. Osmotherapy is an early cornerstone of tiered intracranial pressure management. Hypertonic saline and mannitol reliably reduce intracranial pressure through osmotic reduction in brain water, with additional haemodynamic and [...] Read more.
Intracranial hypertension is a major modifiable pathway of secondary brain injury after acute neurological insults. Osmotherapy is an early cornerstone of tiered intracranial pressure management. Hypertonic saline and mannitol reliably reduce intracranial pressure through osmotic reduction in brain water, with additional haemodynamic and rheological effects. However, neither agent has shown consistent improvement in survival or long-term neurological recovery. Current practice is therefore guided by physiological rather than patient-centred outcomes. This review summarises the physiological basis, clinical evidence, and practical limitations of conventional osmotherapy, and explores investigational chloride-free osmotherapies including sodium lactate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium ascorbate, and sodium acetate. Chloride-free therapies aim to preserve sodium-driven osmotic efficacy while reducing chloride exposure or targeting metabolic and oxidative pathways implicated in secondary brain injury. At present, evidence is limited to small physiological trials, retrospective cohort studies, and mechanistic human studies. Future progress requires large collaborative trials that combine pragmatic treatment comparisons with multimodal neuromonitoring, biochemical safety endpoints and patient-centred outcomes. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Management of Traumatic Brain Injury)
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Gelatin Methacryloyl Hydrogel Encapsulating CiMECs-Derived Extracellular Vesicles Ameliorates Lactation Function via Alleviating Mammary Oxidative Stress
by Guodong Wang, Jiawen Duan, Longfei Sun, Tao Xu, Jianwei Chen, Aihao Xu, Quanhui Liu, Mengqin Qin, Shouyu Huo, Weiqing Li, Xiaozhen Li, Quanqing Zou, Prasanna Kallingappa, Dandan Zhang and Ben Huang
Antioxidants 2026, 15(9), 1115; https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox15091115 - 4 Sep 2026
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Background: Postpartum hypogalactia is a prevalent obstetric complication worldwide, closely associated with excessive oxidative stress and impaired antioxidant defense in mammary tissue. Current hormone-based therapies carry endocrine disruption risks, while natural antioxidant bioactive agents such as extracellular vesicles (EVs) are largely limited [...] Read more.
Background: Postpartum hypogalactia is a prevalent obstetric complication worldwide, closely associated with excessive oxidative stress and impaired antioxidant defense in mammary tissue. Current hormone-based therapies carry endocrine disruption risks, while natural antioxidant bioactive agents such as extracellular vesicles (EVs) are largely limited by rapid in vivo clearance and poor tissue retention. Methods: We constructed an injectable gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) hydrogel system to encapsulate chemically induced mammary epithelial cell-derived EVs (CiMECs-EVs) and systematically evaluated their antioxidant and lactogenic activities via multi-omics analysis, cellular functional assays and a bromocriptine-induced murine hypogalactia model. Results: CiMECs-EVs induced a functional mammary epithelial-like phenotype in fibroblasts in a dose-dependent manner with functional cargo enriched in glutathione metabolism and redox-regulatory miRNAs. The GelMA matrix protected EV integrity and enabled sustained release, and the composite system significantly ameliorated mammary duct structure and lactation function in vivo with specific mammary tropism and no systemic toxicity, outperforming free EV treatment. Conclusions: This study presents a safe protein biomacromolecule-based antioxidant delivery platform that effectively restores mammary redox balance and antioxidant defenses, providing a promising non-hormonal therapeutic strategy for postpartum hypogalactia. Full article
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Review
Plant-Mediated Production of Antibacterial Nanomaterials Fulfilling a Reactive Oxygen Species Strategy
by Olga Tsivileva
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2026, 27(17), 7895; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms27177895 - 4 Sep 2026
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Innovative antibacterial agents, which need to be urgently developed, should provide a new path that avoids pathogenic bacteria drug resistance. A promising strategy to treat bacterial infections consists of implementing nanoparticles (NPs). Several nanomaterials, including metal NPs, induce oxidative stress in living cells [...] Read more.
Innovative antibacterial agents, which need to be urgently developed, should provide a new path that avoids pathogenic bacteria drug resistance. A promising strategy to treat bacterial infections consists of implementing nanoparticles (NPs). Several nanomaterials, including metal NPs, induce oxidative stress in living cells by producing reactive radicals at their surface. The oxidative stress thus raised is a potent mechanism of antibacterial action. Owing to their reactive oxygen species (ROS)-related ability, metal NPs could contribute to the targeted bioactivity of preparations designed on their basis. However, totally inorganic nanomaterials frequently suffer from relatively low selectivity with respect to bacterial targets, limited dispersibility, and undesirable side effects linked to ambiguous toxicity. For the development of bacteria drug resistance, the incorporation of specific ligands responsible for bacterial eradication into NPs seems to be necessary. The synergistic action of NPs with natural materials demonstrates complementary effects and improved antibacterial capacity. The modification of NPs by natural organic supporting agents extracted from plants could potentially resolve some of the existing issues related to bacterial drug resistance. The purpose of the current work is to review the ROS-mediated antibacterial manifestation strategy of metal NPs conjugated with botanical bactericidal substances. Different aspects of the metal toxicity of NPs and the compromised selectivity of ROS for bacterial pathogens are also considered. Full article
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Crataegus Species as a Source of Geroprotective Phytochemicals: Biological Activities, Molecular Mechanisms and Therapeutic Perspectives
by Assem Kydyrbayeva, Tamara Shalakhmetova, Alina Smalinskiene, Moldir Sharipova, Bulat Aikeshev and Zhuzzhan Kuralai
Life 2026, 16(9), 1478; https://doi.org/10.3390/life16091478 - 4 Sep 2026
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Population aging has intensified the search for natural compounds capable of promoting healthy aging and preventing age-related diseases. Among medicinal plants, species of the genus Crataegus (hawthorn) have attracted increasing attention because of their rich phytochemical composition and broad spectrum of biological activities. [...] Read more.
Population aging has intensified the search for natural compounds capable of promoting healthy aging and preventing age-related diseases. Among medicinal plants, species of the genus Crataegus (hawthorn) have attracted increasing attention because of their rich phytochemical composition and broad spectrum of biological activities. This review summarizes and critically evaluates current evidence on the geroprotective potential of Crataegus species, integrating data from phytochemical, pharmacological, and mechanistic studies. Particular attention is given to the major bioactive constituents of Crataegus, including flavonoids, oligomeric proanthocyanidins, phenolic acids, and triterpenoids, which exhibit antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, neuroprotective, metabolic, and anticancer properties. We discuss the growing evidence that these phytochemicals target multiple hallmarks of aging by modulating oxidative stress, chronic low-grade inflammation (inflammaging), mitochondrial dysfunction, cellular senescence, and the senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP). Their biological effects are mediated through key signaling pathways involved in cellular homeostasis and longevity, including Nrf2/ARE, NF-κB, PI3K/Akt/mTOR, AMPK, and SIRT1. The review also critically examines findings from in vitro, in vivo, and available clinical studies, highlighting both the therapeutic potential and current limitations of Crataegus-based interventions for age-related disorders. Although preclinical evidence strongly supports the multi-target geroprotective properties of Crataegus species, clinical validation remains limited. Overall, Crataegus represents a promising source of natural geroprotective agents with the potential to promote healthy aging through the modulation of multiple aging-related molecular pathways. Future well-designed clinical studies are essential to establish their efficacy, safety, optimal dosage, and long-term therapeutic value in humans. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Plant Science)
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Mechanistic Insights into Vernonia calvoana-Induced Apoptosis in Ovarian Cancer Cells via the Intrinsic Pathway
by Ariane M. Chitoh, Clement G. Yedjou, Ingrid K. Tchakoua, Sylvianne Njiki, Felicite K. Noubissi, Titilope Komolafe, Kayode Komolafe, Oluwatoyin V. Odubanjo and Paul B. Tchounwou
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2026, 27(17), 7887; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms27177887 - 3 Sep 2026
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Vernonia calvoana (VC), a commonly used medicinal plant in West Africa, has been shown by our research team to inhibit the proliferation of OVCAR-3 ovarian cancer cells through mechanisms involving oxidative stress, DNA damage, and S-phase cell cycle arrest. The objective of the [...] Read more.
Vernonia calvoana (VC), a commonly used medicinal plant in West Africa, has been shown by our research team to inhibit the proliferation of OVCAR-3 ovarian cancer cells through mechanisms involving oxidative stress, DNA damage, and S-phase cell cycle arrest. The objective of the current study was to elucidate the intrinsic apoptotic mechanisms triggered by VC fraction seven (VCF7). OVCAR-3 cells were treated with VCF7 (0, 8, 16, and 32 μg/mL) for a duration of 48 h. Apoptosis was assessed using Annexin V/Propidium Iodide (PI) staining followed by flow cytometry analysis. Mitochondrial membrane potential (ΔΨm) was assessed through JC-1 staining and confocal microscopy, while chromatin condensation was analyzed using DAPI staining. DNA fragmentation was examined by agarose gel electrophoresis. Caspase 3 activity was measured using flow cytometry. Protein expression levels of p53, Bcl-2, cytochrome c, caspase-9, and caspase-3 were determined by Western blot analysis, and mRNA expression levels of p53 and Bcl-2 were evaluated using qRT-PCR. VCF7 induced apoptosis in a concentration-dependent manner. Analysis using Annexin V/PI indicated an increase in apoptotic cell populations from 10.5% to 30%, along with a rise in necrotic cells from 7% to 50% across treatment concentrations. A modest, concentration-associated decrease in mitochondrial membrane potential was recorded (0.96-, 0.88-, and 0.85-fold at 8, 16, and 32 μg/mL, respectively; p < 0.05). DAPI staining validated the concentration-dependent chromatin condensation and nuclear fragmentation. The analysis of DNA fragmentation showed progressive internucleosomal degradation, appearing as a smear pattern with distinct fragments at elevated concentrations, indicative of concurrent apoptotic and necrotic cell death. The activation of caspase-3 reached a peak of 28% at 16 μg/mL. Western blot analysis indicated an upregulation of p53, a downregulation of Bcl-2, an increase in total cytochrome c protein levels, and an increased expression of caspase-9 and caspase-3 in a concentration-dependent manner. These findings were corroborated at the transcriptional level by qRT-PCR, which showed increased p53 mRNA and decreased Bcl-2 mRNA expression. Taken together, these results underscore the potential of VCF7 as a promising plant-derived anticancer agent and support the need for further preclinical and clinical studies in ovarian cancer. Full article
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Investigation of the Protective Effect of Centella asiatica Against Doxorubicin-Induced Testicular Damage in Rats
by Fevzi Bedir, Zeynep Suleyman, Huseyin Kocaturk, Mehmet Sefa Altay, Ferda Keskin Cimen, Durdu Altuner, Mansura Babayeva and Halis Suleyman
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2026, 27(17), 7883; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms27177883 - 3 Sep 2026
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Doxorubicin (DOX) is an antineoplastic agent commonly used in cancer therapy that is known for its testicular toxicity. DOX-induced testicular injury involves inflammation, reactive oxygen species, and oxidative stress. Centella asiatica exhibits anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The present experimental study aimed to determine [...] Read more.
Doxorubicin (DOX) is an antineoplastic agent commonly used in cancer therapy that is known for its testicular toxicity. DOX-induced testicular injury involves inflammation, reactive oxygen species, and oxidative stress. Centella asiatica exhibits anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The present experimental study aimed to determine the potential protective efficacy of Centella asiatica in a rat model of doxorubicin-induced testicular toxicity. Rats were randomly assigned to four groups: healthy control (HC), CA, DOX, and CA + DOX (CADX). An oral dose of 200 mg/kg Centella asiatica was administered to the CA and CADX groups. The HC and DOX groups received saline. One hour later, DOX (7.5 mg/kg) was intraperitoneally injected into the DOX and CADX groups on days 1, 4, and 7. Centella asiatica markedly attenuated the DOX-induced increase in malondialdehyde, nitric oxide, and pro-inflammatory cytokine levels, while preventing the decrease in superoxide dismutase activity in testicular tissue (p < 0.001). Centella asiatica reduced the severity of DOX-induced morphological damage in testicular tissue (p < 0.05). Moreover, it partially restored reproductive hormone function. In conclusion, Centella asiatica demonstrates significant potential in mitigating DOX-induced oxidative damage, attenuating testicular injury and preserving the functional integrity of the male reproductive system. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Bioactives and Nutraceuticals)
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Review
Biologic Therapies for Severe Pediatric Asthma: Current Evidence, Clinical Indications, and Future Directions
by Dafni Moriki, Michalis Kalogiannis, Maria Tsouprou, Vasilis Grammeniatis, Konstantinos Douros and Despoina Koumpagioti
Allergies 2026, 6(3), 33; https://doi.org/10.3390/allergies6030033 - 3 Sep 2026
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Severe pediatric asthma remains a significant clinical challenge despite advances in conventional therapy. Some children continue to experience persistent symptoms, recurrent exacerbations, and substantial morbidity despite optimized treatment with inhaled corticosteroids and long-acting bronchodilators. Advances in the understanding of asthma immunopathology, particularly type [...] Read more.
Severe pediatric asthma remains a significant clinical challenge despite advances in conventional therapy. Some children continue to experience persistent symptoms, recurrent exacerbations, and substantial morbidity despite optimized treatment with inhaled corticosteroids and long-acting bronchodilators. Advances in the understanding of asthma immunopathology, particularly type 2 (T2) inflammation, have led to the development of targeted biologics that modulate key inflammatory pathways. Several monoclonal antibodies are now approved for pediatric use, including the anti-immunoglobulin E (IgE) agent omalizumab, anti-interleukin (IL)-5 therapies such as mepolizumab, and the IL-4 receptor antagonist dupilumab. These biologics significantly reduce exacerbation rates, improve lung function, and decrease dependence on systemic corticosteroids in selected pediatric populations. Their effective use, however, requires careful assessment of clinical phenotypes and biomarkers, including blood eosinophils, serum IgE, and fractional exhaled nitric oxide. Uncertainties remain regarding treatment sequencing, duration, long-term safety, and cost-effectiveness. Agents targeting upstream epithelial cytokines, including tezepelumab, are broadening the therapeutic landscape. Despite this progress, pediatric evidence remains fragmented across age groups, biologic agents, study designs, and real-world cohorts, while many reviews focus on individual therapies or partly extrapolate from adult data. This review synthesizes pediatric evidence on efficacy, safety, biomarker-guided selection, age-related indications, and implementation challenges across approved and emerging biologics. It aims to provide clinicians with a practical framework for treatment selection and monitoring while identifying priorities for future pediatric research. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Molecular Mechanisms of Allergy and Asthma: 4th Edition)
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Review
Polyphenols as Multi-Target Regulators of Oxidative Stress, Mitochondrial Function, and Cell Survival Signaling in Skin Diseases
by Moon-Kyun Cho, Min Hyuk Choi, Ki Dam Kim, Sukh Que Park, Sang-Han Lee, Hae-Seon Nam and Yoon-Jin Lee
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2026, 27(17), 7877; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms27177877 - 3 Sep 2026
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Bioactive polyphenols have emerged as multi-target regulators of cellular processes involved in the pathogenesis of skin diseases. Skin disorders, including inflammatory conditions, photoaging, and skin cancers, are characterized by complex pathogenic mechanisms associated with oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, dysregulated signaling pathways, and metabolic [...] Read more.
Bioactive polyphenols have emerged as multi-target regulators of cellular processes involved in the pathogenesis of skin diseases. Skin disorders, including inflammatory conditions, photoaging, and skin cancers, are characterized by complex pathogenic mechanisms associated with oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, dysregulated signaling pathways, and metabolic imbalance. Excessive production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and persistent inflammatory signaling contribute to disease progression and cellular adaptation under stress conditions. Unlike conventional agents that typically target a single pathway, polyphenols act on interconnected signaling and metabolic networks. These compounds regulate key signaling pathways, including phosphoinositide 3-kinase/protein kinase B (PI3K/Akt), mitogen-activated protein kinase/extracellular signal-regulated kinase (MAPK/ERK), AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB), and nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2), thereby regulating cell survival, proliferation, inflammatory responses, antioxidant defense, and metabolic adaptation. Polyphenols also influence mitochondrial function by maintaining redox homeostasis, regulating energy metabolism, and affecting apoptosis-related signaling pathways. This review provides a mechanistic overview of the effects of polyphenols on oxidative stress, mitochondrial function, and cell survival signaling in skin diseases. In addition, the therapeutic implications and current limitations of polyphenol-based approaches are discussed, with particular emphasis on the translational gap between experimental findings and physiological relevance. Factors such as concentration, bioavailability, and cellular microenvironment are highlighted as major determinants of polyphenol activity and key challenges for clinical translation. Finally, the need for further in vivo and clinical investigations is emphasized to support the development of effective polyphenol-based therapeutic strategies for skin diseases. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Molecular Studies of Skin Diseases: From Mechanisms to Therapy)
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Curcumin Supplementation Mitigates Oxytetracycline-Induced Hematological, Immunological, and Oxidative Stress in Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
by Meryem Sedef Dogru, Serpil Mişe Yonar, Mustafa Dorucu, Cemal Orhan and Muhammet Enis Yonar
Vet. Sci. 2026, 13(9), 904; https://doi.org/10.3390/vetsci13090904 - 3 Sep 2026
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Oxytetracycline (OTC) is a broad-spectrum antibiotic widely used in aquaculture for the treatment of bacterial diseases caused by important fish pathogens, including Aeromonas, Pseudomonas, Vibrio, and Lactococcus spp. Although OTC remains an important therapeutic agent in fish farming, its use may also induce [...] Read more.
Oxytetracycline (OTC) is a broad-spectrum antibiotic widely used in aquaculture for the treatment of bacterial diseases caused by important fish pathogens, including Aeromonas, Pseudomonas, Vibrio, and Lactococcus spp. Although OTC remains an important therapeutic agent in fish farming, its use may also induce undesirable physiological effects, including hematological disturbances, immunosuppression, and oxidative stress. This study investigated the protective effects of dietary curcumin against OTC-induced physiological alterations in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss). Fish were fed diets supplemented with 0, 10, 50, or 100 mg kg−1 curcumin for eight weeks, followed by exposure to 0, 50, and 75 mg L−1 OTC for 48 h. Hematological variables, innate immune responses, and oxidative stress biomarkers were comprehensively evaluated. OTC exposure significantly disrupted physiological homeostasis by reducing red blood cell (RBC) count, hemoglobin (Hb), hematocrit (Ht), mean corpuscular volume (MCV), and mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH). Furthermore, white blood cell (WBC) count, nitroblue tetrazolium (NBT) activity, phagocytic activity (PA), phagocytic index (PI), total protein (TP), immunoglobulin M (IgM), bactericidal activity (BA), lysozyme activity (LYZ), and myeloperoxidase (MPO) activity were significantly decreased, indicating marked suppression of both cellular and humoral innate immune responses. Oxidative stress was characterized by increased malondialdehyde (MDA) concentrations together with reduced superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and reduced glutathione (GSH) levels, whereas glutathione S-transferase (GST) activity increased following OTC exposure. Dietary curcumin supplementation generally improved hematological and immune indices and was associated with reduced lipid peroxidation and improved antioxidant status. However, the magnitude and statistical pattern of these responses varied among parameters and tissues, and significant CUR × OTC interactions were not observed for all endpoints. Overall, dietary curcumin supplementation progressively attenuated these alterations, although the response pattern varied among parameters. Increasing dietary curcumin supplementation generally led to greater physiological improvement, although the response varied among endpoints. Notably, at 75 mg/L OTC, supplementation with 100 mg/kg curcumin, compared with 0 mg/kg curcumin, increased RBC count by approximately 14.5%, Ht by 47.8%, WBC count by 32.2%, and NBT activity by 38.9%. In the liver, the same treatment reduced MDA by approximately 14.6% and increased SOD activity and GSH levels by 48.7% and 47.2%, respectively (p < 0.001 for all). The highest dietary curcumin level generally produced the greatest physiological improvement. In conclusion, dietary curcumin effectively mitigated OTC-induced hematological, immunological, and oxidative disturbances in rainbow trout, highlighting its considerable potential as a functional feed additive to improve fish health, enhance physiological resilience under antibiotic-associated stress, and support more sustainable aquaculture practices. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Veterinary Physiology, Pharmacology, and Toxicology)
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Trans-Vitisin B Targets Neuroinflammation, Oxidative Stress, and Tau Pathology to Improve Behavioral Outcomes in a Mouse Model of Parkinson’s Disease
by Evgeny Pislyagin, Igor Manzhulo, Irina Agafonova, Anna Starinets, Ekaterina Menchinskaya, Ekaterina Chingizova, Darya Tarbeeva, Sergey Fedoreyev and Dmitry Aminin
Antioxidants 2026, 15(9), 1112; https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox15091112 - 3 Sep 2026
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Current Parkinson’s disease (PD) therapies like Levodopa (L-DOPA) only provide symptomatic relief, highlighting the need for multi-target neuroprotective agents. This study investigates the mechanisms and preclinical effects of trans-vitisin B (tVB), an oligomeric stilbene, in PD models. In LPS-stimulated HMC3 and RAW 264.7 [...] Read more.
Current Parkinson’s disease (PD) therapies like Levodopa (L-DOPA) only provide symptomatic relief, highlighting the need for multi-target neuroprotective agents. This study investigates the mechanisms and preclinical effects of trans-vitisin B (tVB), an oligomeric stilbene, in PD models. In LPS-stimulated HMC3 and RAW 264.7 cells, tVB (0.1–10.0 µM) significantly suppressed reactive oxygen species (ROS), nitric oxide (NO), COX-2, and pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-1β, TNF-α), while restoring HSP70 chaperone levels to normalize proteostasis. These findings were validated in vivo using C57BL/6 mice with rotenone-induced chronic PD. Administration of tVB attenuated motor deficits (Cylinder test) and reduced pathological freezing (Open Field) and working memory impairments (Y-maze) in this model, without inducing the dyskinesia-like side effects of L-DOPA treatment in rodents. Histologically, tVB mitigated the loss of dopaminergic neurons (TH+) in the substantia nigra, reduced microglial activation (IBA-1+) and neuronal NO synthase, and suppressed pathological phosphorylated Tau protein (p-TauSer202) accumulation. Unlike L-DOPA’s direct dopaminergic stimulation, tVB’s neuroprotective efficacy is mediated through multilevel regulation of key PD pathogenetic pathways, including neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and impaired proteostasis. Full article
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Luteolin Attenuates Hypoxia-Induced Ferroptosis in Human Brain Microvascular Endothelial Cells Through Modulation of the PPARγ/FABP5/ALOX15 Signaling Pathway
by Sirirak Mukem, Patcharakorn Kiatamornrak, Saowaros Suwansa-ard and Tipsuda Thongbuakaew
Biomedicines 2026, 14(9), 1981; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomedicines14091981 - 2 Sep 2026
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Background: Hypoxia-induced oxidative stress and ferroptosis contribute to blood–brain barrier dysfunction and neurovascular injury associated with ischemic stroke and neurodegenerative diseases. Luteolin, a naturally occurring flavonoid with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, has emerged as a potential neuroprotective agent; however, its effects on [...] Read more.
Background: Hypoxia-induced oxidative stress and ferroptosis contribute to blood–brain barrier dysfunction and neurovascular injury associated with ischemic stroke and neurodegenerative diseases. Luteolin, a naturally occurring flavonoid with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, has emerged as a potential neuroprotective agent; however, its effects on hypoxia-induced ferroptosis in brain microvascular endothelial cells remain unclear. This study investigated the protective effects of luteolin and its association with changes in the PPARγ/FABP5/ALOX15 signaling pathway during hypoxia-induced ferroptotic injury. Methods: Human brain microvascular endothelial cells (HBEC-5i) were exposed to cobalt chloride (CoCl2) to establish an in vitro hypoxia model and subsequently treated with luteolin. Cell viability was assessed using the MTT assay. Intracellular Fe2+ accumulation, reactive oxygen species (ROS), malondialdehyde (MDA), and glutathione (GSH/GSSG) levels were determined using biochemical assays. The expression of ferroptosis- and hypoxia-related proteins, including GPX4, ALOX15, FABP5, PPARγ, HIF-1α, and VEGF, was evaluated by Western blotting. Results: CoCl2-induced hypoxia significantly reduced cell viability and increased intracellular Fe2+ accumulation, ROS generation, lipid peroxidation, and ferroptosis-associated signaling in HBEC-5i cells. Hypoxic conditions upregulated ALOX15 and FABP5 expression while suppressing GPX4 and PPARγ levels. Luteolin treatment markedly attenuated these effects by restoring GSH/GSSG homeostasis, enhancing GPX4 expression, reducing ALOX15-mediated lipid peroxidation, and suppressing HIF-1α and VEGF expression. In addition, luteolin modulated the PPARγ/FABP5 signaling pathway, suggesting its involvement in the regulation of hypoxia-induced ferroptosis. Conclusions: Luteolin attenuates hypoxia-induced ferroptosis-associated changes in human brain microvascular endothelial cells by restoring redox homeostasis and is associated with coordinated modulation of the PPARγ/FABP5/ALOX15 pathway. These findings extend previous reports of the anti-ferroptotic effects of luteolin by providing evidence in brain microvascular endothelial cells under hypoxia-mimetic stress. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Neurobiology and Clinical Neuroscience)
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Integrated Pharmacognostic, LC-MS Metabolomic Profiling and Biological Evaluation of Elymus repens (L.) Gould
by Nyshanbay Konash, Jennyfer A. Aldana-Mejía, Sebastian John Adams, Kumar Katragunta, Kiran Kumar Tatapudi, Bharathi Avula, Ji-Yeong Bae, Ikhlas A. Khan, Galiya Sayakova, Kairat Zhakipbekov, Serzhan Mombekov and Samir A. Ross
Sci. Pharm. 2026, 94(3), 75; https://doi.org/10.3390/scipharm94030075 - 2 Sep 2026
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Elymus repens (L.) Gould has a long history of use in traditional medicine across the British Isles, particularly among Gaelic and Anglo-Saxon communities, where it has been employed as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory agent. Despite its ethnopharmacological significance, comprehensive insights into its phytochemical [...] Read more.
Elymus repens (L.) Gould has a long history of use in traditional medicine across the British Isles, particularly among Gaelic and Anglo-Saxon communities, where it has been employed as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory agent. Despite its ethnopharmacological significance, comprehensive insights into its phytochemical composition and biological activities remain limited. The present study aimed to provide an integrated characterization of E. repens through macro- and microscopic analyses, advanced phytochemical profiling, and evaluation of the biological activities of the rhizome part. Microscopic examination revealed distinct anatomical features differentiating rhizome and stem, leaf tissues, supporting accurate identification and pharmacognostic standardization. Chemical profiling using Liquid Chromatography-Quadrupole Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry (LC-QToF-MS) enabled the tentative identification of 93 metabolites, including amino acids, in aerial and rhizome extracts. These compounds were primarily classified into polyamines (e.g., feruloylputrescine, hydroxycoumaroylagmatine), phenolic acids (gallic, vanillic, and ferulic acids), flavonoids (apigenin, tricin, saponarin analogues), amino acids (arginine, tyrosine, tryptophan), organic acids (malic, succinic acids), nucleosides (adenosine, thymidine), and phospholipids. Biological evaluation demonstrated that the hydroethanolic rhizome extract exhibited notable antifungal activity against Aspergillus fumigatus (IC50 = 34.9 µg/mL). Additionally, hydroethanolic extracts of both the aerial and rhizome parts showed no cytotoxicity in the Artemia salina lethality assay at concentrations up to 10 mg/mL, indicating a favorable preliminary safety profile. Of particular interest is tricin, which possesses anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and potential nephroprotective therapeutic effects; its mechanism of action is associated with the suppression of oxidative stress, the inhibition of pro-inflammatory mediators, and the disruption of metabolic processes in microbial cells. Overall, this study provides a comprehensive phytochemical and pharmacognostic characterization of E. repens, highlighting its potential as a source of bioactive compounds. The metabolite profile obtained directly from the biologically active extract, combined with its proven antifungal activity, serves as direct confirmation of the antimicrobial aspect of this plant’s traditional use, while its broader applications in ethnomedicine require targeted pharmacological testing. These findings contribute valuable data for chemotaxonomic classification and future pharmacological investigations. Full article
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Effect of Bleaching Chemistry on the Production, Structure and Rheology of Cellulose Nanocrystals and Nanofibrils from Soybean Hulls
by Agustina Combi, Luciana Di Giorgio, Guido de Titto, Patricia Eisenberg and Adriana Noemí Mauri
Polysaccharides 2026, 7(3), 99; https://doi.org/10.3390/polysaccharides7030099 - 2 Sep 2026
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Soybean hulls, an abundant agro-industrial by-product, were valorized as a renewable cellulose source for nanocellulose production. Cellulose isolates were obtained by alkaline treatment followed by bleaching with sodium chlorite (NaClO2) or hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and subsequently used [...] Read more.
Soybean hulls, an abundant agro-industrial by-product, were valorized as a renewable cellulose source for nanocellulose production. Cellulose isolates were obtained by alkaline treatment followed by bleaching with sodium chlorite (NaClO2) or hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and subsequently used to produce cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) and TEMPO-oxidized cellulose nanofibrils (CNF). Process efficiency and the structural and rheological properties of the resulting nanocelluloses were systematically compared. Sodium chlorite bleaching removed lignin and hemicellulose more effectively than hydrogen peroxide treatment, yielding isolates with higher cellulose content. Consequently, CNCNaClO2 exhibited greater aspect ratio, higher crystallinity, and improved network-forming ability. Their suspensions showed pronounced viscoelastic and thixotropic behavior (G′ > G″), whereas CNCH2O2 displayed lower moduli and nearly Newtonian flow. CNF suspensions exhibited dominant elastic behavior and gel-like consistency regardless of bleaching method, although this effect was stronger for CNFNaClO2 due to the formation of longer, more entangled fibrils. FTIR confirmed the high purity of all nanocelluloses, while negative surface charge ensured colloidal stability. Overall, bleaching chemistry governed nanocellulose morphology and rheological performance, enabling tailored functional properties. By maintaining a constant biomass source and identical nanostructure production conditions while varying exclusively the bleaching agent, this study implements a controlled-variable design that rigorously isolates the effect of bleaching treatment. This systematic comparative framework provides methodological robustness rarely achieved in previous studies, where differences in raw materials or processing conditions often confound interpretation. Full article
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Two-Dimensional MXene-Loaded Butylphthalide Enhances the Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease by Inhibiting Ferroptosis and Oxidative Stress
by Yajun Zhou, Bangjian Liu, Hui Wang and Li Cao
Pharmaceuticals 2026, 19(9), 1386; https://doi.org/10.3390/ph19091386 - 1 Sep 2026
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Introduction: Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a chronic progressive neurodegenerative disorder involving ROS and ferroptosis. MXene, a 2D material, functions as both a drug carrier and ROS scavenger. Butylphthalide (NBP), a neuroprotective agent, suffers from poor aqueous solubility and bioavailability. This study synthesized [...] Read more.
Introduction: Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a chronic progressive neurodegenerative disorder involving ROS and ferroptosis. MXene, a 2D material, functions as both a drug carrier and ROS scavenger. Butylphthalide (NBP), a neuroprotective agent, suffers from poor aqueous solubility and bioavailability. This study synthesized Ti2C@BSA-NBP, a novel MXene nanocomposite, to enhance NBP delivery and therapeutic efficacy for AD. Materials and Methods: Ti2C@BSA-NBP was synthesized via self-assembly and amidation reaction, and characterized by multiple techniques. In vitro, ROS-scavenging capacity, mitochondrial function, and ferroptosis markers were assessed in H2O2-injured cells. In vivo efficacy was evaluated in an AD mouse model via behavioral, histopathological, and biochemical analyses. Results: The nanocomposite exhibited robust ROS-scavenging activity in vitro, significantly attenuating ROS, restoring mitochondrial function, and reversing ferroptosis markers. In vivo, Ti2C@BSA-NBP ameliorated learning/memory deficits, partially repaired neuronal morphology, and suppressed neuroinflammation. Mechanistically, it downregulated ACSL4 and Aβ overexpression while restoring GPX4 inhibition. Discussion: Ti2C@BSA-NBP exerts synergistic neuroprotection through MXene-mediated ROS clearance and NBP-mediated multi-target regulation, counteracting oxidative stress, ferroptosis, and neuroinflammation. Conclusions: Ti2C@BSA-NBP is a promising multifunctional nanoplatform integrating antioxidant activity, enhanced drug delivery, and ferroptosis modulation for AD therapy. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Pharmaceutical Technology)
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