Optimization of Fermentation Conditions of Cordyceps militaris and In Silico Analysis of Antifungal Property of Cordycepin Against Plant Pathogens.

Cordyceps militaris, a medicinal fungus, has gained considerable attention owing to its potential health benefits, notably the production of bioactive compounds such as cordycepin. Cordycepin possesses significant antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties. The present study focused on optimizing the fermentation conditions for C.

Studies on modulation of DNA integrity in Fenton's system by phytochemicals.

Chronic exposure to oxidative stress especially to highly reactive hydroxyl radicals (HO*) could damage biomolecules, particularly DNA, that in turn would accelerate onset of degenerative diseases. In the present study a few standard phytochemicals (vitamin C, gallic acid, catechin, apigenin, naringenin and naringin) and plant extracts (Hippophae rhamnoides kernel (HRK), Syzygium cumini kernel (SCK) and Punica granatum pericarp (PGP)) were evaluated for their potential to protect/damage DNA in Fenton's system using in vitro models. The results indicated a significant DNA protective effect for naringin and PGP whereas other phytochemicals/extracts showed DNA damaging effect similar to or more than that of control value.

Chemical composition and in vitro antioxidant studies on Syzygium cumini fruit.

Syzygium cumini, widely known as Jamun, is a tropical tree that yields purple ovoid fleshy fruit. Its seed has traditionally been used in India for the treatment of diabetes. Based on the available ethno-pharmacological knowledge, further studies were extended to understand the chemical composition and antioxidant activities of three anatomically distinct parts of fruit: the pulp, kernel and seed coat.