Publications by authors named "Adam Haysom-McDowell"
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- * Traditional use of medicinal plants has been around for centuries, but their effectiveness can be hampered by issues such as low water solubility and poor absorption in the body.
- * Recent advances involve using isolated compounds from these plants and novel delivery systems like nanoparticles to improve their effectiveness in targeting cancer pathways, potentially enhancing treatment outcomes and reducing side effects.
Inhalation of particulate matter (PM), one of the many components of air pollution, is associated with the development and exacerbation of chronic respiratory diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD is one of the leading causes of global mortality and morbidity, with a paucity of therapeutic options and a significant contributor to global health expenditure. This review aims to provide a mechanistic understanding of the cellular and molecular pathways that lead to the development of COPD following chronic PM exposure.
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