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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
08/18/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Novel study uses magnetic nanoparticles to “burn” cancer cells
Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by the rapid and uncontrollable growth of cells. It is the second leading cause of death in the United States, with nearly 600,000 fatalities reported each year. As one of the most extensively studied human diseases, various cancer treatments have been developed by scientists. One such treatment has been steadily gaining […]
07/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The winged-stem passionflower can selectively kill cancer cells, says study
Studies have described several plants that belong to the Passiflora (passionflower) genus as cytotoxic to cancer cells. These plants have also demonstrated impressive anti-tumor or chemopreventive properties. Notable examples include P. edulis (passion fruit), P. ligularis (sweet granadilla), P. incarnata (maypop) and P. tetrandra (New Zealand passionfruit). Because of the rising cancer mortality rate and the increasing number of […]
07/28/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers document anti-cancer potential of plants used in traditional African medicine
Medicinal plants have seen much in use as traditional medicines, especially in developing countries. In Ethiopia, reports suggest that more than 70 percent of the population still relies on traditional medicines and considers them their primary source of healthcare. It is estimated that more than 95 percent of traditional Ethiopian medicines are sourced from medicinal […]
06/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The in vitro anti-cancer activities of Ocimum sanctum leaf extracts (holy basil)
In this study, a researcher at Government Degree College, Khairatabad in India investigated the anti-cancer activity of plant suspension cultures of Ocimum sanctum (holy basil) against lung cancer. Key findings were published in the International Journal of Green Pharmacy. Ethanol, acetone and aqueous leaf extracts of O. sanctum were used to treat human lung cancer (A549) cells. Their in […]
06/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers investigate the ability of luteolin to inhibit the proliferation of esophageal cancer cells
Researchers at the Southeast University in China conducted this study to verify the influence of luteolin on the apoptosis of esophageal cancer (Eca 109) cells and to further investigate the mechanisms underlying its effect. Their findings were published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. The researchers exposed Eca 109 cells to different concentrations of luteolin (0, […]
06/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the potential of magnetic hyperthermia to kill cancer cells
In this study, Bulgarian researchers investigated the potential of mixed ferrite nanoparticles with the structural formula Me1?xZnxFe2O4 (Me = Co, Ni, Cu, Mn) for cancer therapy. Their results were published in The European Physical Journal B. Magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) can be delivered close to tumor cells and activated using alternating magnetic fields. This new type of therapy, […]
06/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Science once again documents vitamin D’s anti-cancer properties
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. As such, it is also one of the most widely studied human diseases by researchers. Carsten Carlberg, a professor at the University of Eastern Finland, and Alberto Munoz, a professor at the Autonomous University of Madrid, discussed the molecular basis of vitamin D signaling and its role in cancer prevention […]
06/03/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers develop “controlled” viruses capable of destroying tumors
Viruses, particularly a new strain of coronavirus, have recently been thrust into the global spotlight due to an outbreak in China that quickly spread around the world. But while the deadliness of viral infections is much discussed at the moment — thanks to the ongoing pandemic — death is not the only thing viruses bring […]
05/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Scutellaria Radix found to be a promising anti-cancer agent against non-small cell lung cancer
Scutellaria baicalensis, commonly known as Chinese skullcap, is a widely used medicinal plant that belongs to the mint (Lamiaceae) family. Since ancient times, its root has been used to make powerful decoctions or tinctures for various ailments, especially inflammatory diseases. Today, Chinese skullcap is one of the most well-known herbs associated with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). According […]
04/21/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Miracle microbes in the Red Sea? Active compounds from its brinepool microbes have chemotherapeutic effects on certain cancers
Despite advances in modern medicine and personalized medicine, some forms of cancer still exist for which limited treatment options are available. For example, penta-negative tumors, which are negative for estrogen and progesterone receptors, EGFR, HER2 and cytokeratin 5/6, have been reported in Saudi women. Triple-negative breast cancer, an aggressive type of cancer that has no cure, […]
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