Anti-Therapeutic Action: phytotoxicity at high concentrations

Essential Oils as an Antifungal Alternative for the Control of Various Species of Fungi Isolated from Musa paradisiaca: Part I

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Researchers tested six common cooking and medicinal herbs in oil form to see if they could kill fungi that damage bananas after harvest. Cinnamon oil was the most effective, successfully stopping all five types of harmful fungi at relatively low concentrations. The findings suggest these natural oils could replace harsh chemical fungicides used to preserve bananas during storage and transport, making banana production more environmentally friendly.

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Inhibition of Fusarium oxysporum growth in banana by silver nanoparticles: In vitro and in vivo assays

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Researchers tested silver nanoparticles as a potential cure for Fusarium wilt, a serious fungal disease that damages banana crops worldwide. Using laboratory tests and greenhouse experiments with banana plants, they found that silver nanoparticles effectively killed the fungus and reduced disease symptoms by about 68% when applied to plant roots. The study shows that this nanotechnology approach could offer a new way to protect banana plantations from this devastating disease.

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Essential Oils as an Antifungal Alternative for the Control of Various Species of Fungi Isolated from Musa paradisiaca: Part I

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Researchers tested six essential oils from common kitchen herbs to see if they could prevent banana spoilage caused by fungi. They found that cinnamon oil was especially effective, stopping fungal growth at relatively low concentrations. This research suggests that natural essential oils could replace harsh chemical fungicides in farming, making bananas safer for consumers and better for the environment.

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Localization of Secondary Metabolites in Relict Gymnosperms of the Genus Sequoia In Vivo and in Cell Cultures In Vitro, and the Biological Activity of Their Extracts

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Researchers studied an ancient giant redwood tree species to extract valuable medicinal compounds. They successfully grew Sequoia cells in laboratory culture that produced powerful cancer-fighting and antifungal substances. These extracts showed promise against cervical cancer and brain tumor cells while being safe to normal cells, offering a sustainable way to harvest these compounds without damaging wild redwood populations.

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Application of Nanocomposites-Based Polymers on Managing Fungal Diseases in Crop Production

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Scientists are developing tiny particles made from natural materials like chitosan to protect crops from fungal diseases. These nanoparticles work better than traditional fungicides and can be combined with metals or plant extracts to boost their effectiveness. The new approach is more environmentally friendly and can reduce crop loss caused by fungal infections while maintaining sustainable agricultural practices.

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