Tag: phytochemistry
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Antibacterial Activity of Ethanol Extract of Monodora myristica Seed
Introduction Plants have long been explored for compounds with antimicrobial properties. Monodora myristica, a species used in traditional remedies, contains phytochemicals that may contribute to antibacterial defense. This article reviews the concept and potential of ethanol extracts from Monodora myristica seeds as natural antibacterial agents, highlighting how such extracts can complement conventional antibiotics in the…
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Powering Drug Discovery: How Plants Turn Sunlight Into Medicines
Plants as Programmable Chemists: A New Frontier in Drug Discovery Plants have long fascinated scientists with their ability to convert sunlight and carbon dioxide into a dazzling array of complex natural products. Advances in genomic data, artificial intelligence, and biotechnology are now accelerating this natural chemistry, revealing a future where plant metabolism can yield new…