Moringa oleifera Lam.is a Moringa genus in the Moringaceae family that is high in nutrients and has a wide range of applications.Phenolic compounds are widely found in plants and have various health benefits for the h...Moringa oleifera Lam.is a Moringa genus in the Moringaceae family that is high in nutrients and has a wide range of applications.Phenolic compounds are widely found in plants and have various health benefits for the human body.With its high content and wide variety of phenolic compounds,M.oleifera Lam.has been widely studied for its health benefits.The phenolic compounds in M.oleifera Lam.(MOPCs)can be a potential source of functional food ingredients in pharmaceutical and industrial applications.Numerous studies have shown that MOPCs have antioxidant,anti-obesity,anti-diabetic,and antibacterial effects.Although the research on MOPCs has been gradually increasing,the extraction,isolation,identification,biological activities,and comprehensive application of MOPCs need a more systematic summary and generalization.Therefore,this paper reviews the isolation and extraction methods,structure identification,biological activities,and comprehensive applications to provide a further reference for the research and application of MOPCs.展开更多
Gastrodia elata Blume has a rich history of use in Asian.However,there is still a need for systematic analysis regarding the relationship and in-depth development between its components and functions.Through comprehen...Gastrodia elata Blume has a rich history of use in Asian.However,there is still a need for systematic analysis regarding the relationship and in-depth development between its components and functions.Through comprehensive analysis utilizing databases such as Pub Med,Web of Science,and Google Scholar,the practical components,biological activities,and product development of G.elata have been investigated.It has been found that the main active components of G.elata,such as gastrodin and G.elata polysaccharides,possess functionalities in improving conditions such as epilepsy,hypertension,and osteoporosis.These active components exhibit phenolic hydroxyl groups,molecular weight,conformation,and spatial arrangement,contributing to their enhanced ability to scavenge free radicals.Additionally,G.elata is known to have organic acids and esters,which exhibit potential immune regulatory and antiviral properties.Compounds with multiple acidic functional groups exhibit even more vigorous activity.Steroidal compounds likeβ-sitosterol,due to their presence of alcohol and ketone groups,along with a multi-ring structure,exhibit superior cholesterol-lowering activity.G.elata has already been recognized in the traditional chinese medicine and food homology list,showcasing its potential for development in line with the health demands of the current era.However,challenges regarding quality evaluation,peculiar odor,and the extraction process of the practical components still require immediate attention.Constructing a robust evaluation system and optimizing product processing techniques will be crucial for the future advancement of the G.elata industry.展开更多
Panax notoginseng is a traditional Chinese medicine containing various constituents,including the saponins,polysaccharides,polyacetylenes,amino acids,etc.It has beneficial functions,such as the anti-inflammatory,antit...Panax notoginseng is a traditional Chinese medicine containing various constituents,including the saponins,polysaccharides,polyacetylenes,amino acids,etc.It has beneficial functions,such as the anti-inflammatory,antitumor,hepatoprotective,and anti-aging effects.Among these,P.notoginseng polysaccharides(PNPs)have been exploited because of their extensive pharmacological effects,being ranked as one of the current research hotspots,especially for the functional foods and medical practice.In this review,the literature related to PNPs in the past 20 years was surveyed and analyzed using both the China National Knowledge Infrastructure(CNKI)and Web of Science(WOS)databases.The visualization diagram shows that current studies on PNPs mainly focus on the antioxidant and immunomodulatory activities and structural characterization.In addition,the extraction,separation,purification,chemical analysis,structural characteristics,bioactivities,and applications of PNPs are outlined,in detail,aimed to provide valuable information for the further study,development,and utilization regarding PNPs.展开更多
Lysimachia capillipes(L.capillipes)Hemsl,belong to primulaceae pearl vegetables genus,is a treasure in traditional Chinese medicine.It has the effects of invigorating qi and tonifying deficiency,dispelling wind and ac...Lysimachia capillipes(L.capillipes)Hemsl,belong to primulaceae pearl vegetables genus,is a treasure in traditional Chinese medicine.It has the effects of invigorating qi and tonifying deficiency,dispelling wind and activating blood,awakening the brain,relieving cough and regulating menstruation.With the development of modern medicine,the active components and therapeutic mechanisms of L.capillipes Hemsl have been gradually revealed.The present report systematically reviews the chemical composition and biological activities of L.capillipes Hemsl,to provide scientific basis and reference for detailed research on L.capillipes Hemsl.展开更多
Hypericin, a secondary metabolite first reported in 1830, is a natural photosensitizing naphtodianthrone and is mainly from the natural plant sources of genus Hypericum. Hypericin exhibits a wide variety of biological...Hypericin, a secondary metabolite first reported in 1830, is a natural photosensitizing naphtodianthrone and is mainly from the natural plant sources of genus Hypericum. Hypericin exhibits a wide variety of biological and pharmacological activities, such as antiviral, antidepressant, antitumor, antimicrobial, and antioxidant activity. Hypericin can also be utilized in photodynamic diagnosis. Accumulating evidence is pointing to the effects of hypericin with potential pharmaceutical and clinical interests in the past decades. The present review gives a comprehensive outline of the chemistry, botanical occurrence and biological activities of this powerful compound.展开更多
Water soluble skin secretions of six common Chinese amphibians were studied for their biological and enzymatic activities.The skin secretions of Tylototriton verrucosus,Bombina maxima ,and Bufo andrewsi were f...Water soluble skin secretions of six common Chinese amphibians were studied for their biological and enzymatic activities.The skin secretions of Tylototriton verrucosus,Bombina maxima ,and Bufo andrewsi were found toxic to mice with the intraperitoneal LD 50 of 11 5?mg/kg,18 8?mg/kg,and 264?mg/kg,respectively.No acute lethal toxicities were observed for the skin secretions of Rana nigromaculata,Rana guentheri and Rana limnocharis in a dose up to 500?mg/kg.The lethal toxicities of the skin secretions of T verrucosus and B maxima to mice are in the same grade as those of Viperidae snake venoms.The toxic components in T verrucosus and B maxima skin secretions are the proteins with molecular weights ranging from 3 to 60?kDa.All the skin secretions had both proteolytic activity and trypsin inhibitory activity.The skin secretions from T verrucosus , B maxima and B andrewsi also displayed wide spectrum antimicrobial activity.On the other hand,the skin secretions from B andrewsi and B maxima showed cytotoxicity on human cancer cells.All the six samples had not significant effects on mammalian blood coagulation system.Phospholipase A 2 activity was only found in the skin secretions of T verrucosus .None of these skin secretions showed acetylcholine esterase activity.展开更多
The Securinega alkaloids are a group of compounds isolated from the plants of Securinega,Phyllanthus and Flueggea genera belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family.Most of these compounds exhibit a wide range of biological...The Securinega alkaloids are a group of compounds isolated from the plants of Securinega,Phyllanthus and Flueggea genera belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family.Most of these compounds exhibit a wide range of biological activities,such as GAB A receptor antagonist,antimalarial and antibacterial activity.Due to the special structural features of Securinega alkaloids, the synthesis strategies for their different structural skeletons are challenging for organic and medicinal chemists.In the review, we will provide an overview of the total synthesis of several Securinega alkaloids and their biological activities.展开更多
Polysaccharides are the important biologically active components found in the peel of Dioscorea opposita Thunb.(DTTP).The influences of 4 extraction methods,namely hot water extraction(W),acidic extraction(HA),hot-com...Polysaccharides are the important biologically active components found in the peel of Dioscorea opposita Thunb.(DTTP).The influences of 4 extraction methods,namely hot water extraction(W),acidic extraction(HA),hot-compressed water extraction(HCW)and enzyme-assisted extraction(EAE),on the yields,physicochemical properties,hypoglycemic and antioxidant activities of polysaccharides from DTTP were studied and compared.Among these DTTP polysaccharides,DTTP-HA was outstanding in several respects.DTTP-HA was the most water soluble;it had the highest total carbohydrate content(85.08%),the highest uronic acid(13.20%)and the highest thermal stability.DTTP-HA and DTTP-W possessed a triple-helix structure.These 4 kinds of polysaccharides have the same types of monosaccharides,but in different molar percentages.Extraction method had a significant impact on the microstructures of the extracted polysaccharides.DTT-HA exhibited irregular structure with many holes.Among the 4 extracted methods,the DTTP-HA and DTTP-W initially exhibited higher hypoglycemic and antioxidant activities.The better bioactivities of DTTP-HA may be related to the above factors.The findings indicated that acid extraction is an effective method to extract polysaccharides with high biological activities from DTTP.展开更多
Marine algae are valuable sources of health-promoting molecules that have been consumed by Asians for decades.Among aquatic flora,marine algae stand out in terms of high content of marine algae polysaccharides(MAP)suc...Marine algae are valuable sources of health-promoting molecules that have been consumed by Asians for decades.Among aquatic flora,marine algae stand out in terms of high content of marine algae polysaccharides(MAP)such as carrageenan,alginate,fucoidan,laminaran,agarose,rhamnan,and ulvan.When hydrolyzed,MAP generate marine algae oligosaccharides(MAO),which have attracted interest in recent years due to their superior solubility compared with MAP.Besides,MAO have been demonstrated numerous biological activities including antioxidant,antidiabetic,anti-inflammatory,antimicrobial,and prebiotic activities.Thus,this review summarizes the main chemical classes of MAO,their sources,and the main processes used for their production(i.e.,physical,chemical,and biological methods),coupled with a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of these methods.Highlights of the biological activities of MAO and their potential applications in food,nutraceutical,and pharmaceuticals would also be discussed and summarized.展开更多
Sarcandra glabra(Thunb.)Nakai is a perennial evergreen herb categorised within the Sarcandra Gardner genus under the Chloranthaceae family.Indigenous to tropical and subtropical regions of East Asia and India,this spe...Sarcandra glabra(Thunb.)Nakai is a perennial evergreen herb categorised within the Sarcandra Gardner genus under the Chloranthaceae family.Indigenous to tropical and subtropical regions of East Asia and India,this species is extensively distributed across China,particularly in the southern regions(Sichuan,Yunnan,and Jiangxi).In addition to its high ornamental value,S.glabra has a rich history of use in traditional Chinese medicine,evident through its empirical prescriptions for various ailments like pneumonia,dysentery,fractures,bruises,numbness,amenorrhea,rheumatism,and other diseases.Besides,modern pharmacological studies have revealed various biological activities,such as antitumour,anti-bacterial,anti-viral anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects.The diverse chemical constituents of S.glabra have fascinated natural product researchers since the 1900s.To date,over 400 compounds including terpenoids,coumarins,lignans,flavonoids,sterols,anthraquinones,organic acids,and organic esters have been isolated and characterised,some featuring unprecedented structures.This review comprehensively examines the current understanding of S.glabra’s phytochemistry and pharmacology,with emphasis on the chemistry and biosynthesis of its unique chemotaxonomic marker,the lindenane-type sesquiterpenoids.展开更多
Brown algae is one of the three major types of marine algae and includes approximately 2000 species.It is widely dis-tributed in various seas around the world.Brown algae contain a plethora of active substances,such a...Brown algae is one of the three major types of marine algae and includes approximately 2000 species.It is widely dis-tributed in various seas around the world.Brown algae contain a plethora of active substances,such as polysaccharides,polyphe-nols,omega-3 fatty acids,and carotenoids.Laminarin,a type of storage carbohydrate found abundantly in brown algae,is mainly formed by glucose monomers linked byβ-1,3-glucosidic bonds and partialβ-1,6-glucosidic bonds.Laminarin and laminarin oligo-saccharides,which contain 2-10 saccharide units,have extensive biological activities,such as antitumor,antioxidant,anti-inflam-matory,and prebiotic properties.Moreover,both laminarin and laminarin oligosaccharides can be considered as ideal substrates for bioethanol production because they are composed of abundant glucose residues.Therefore,brown algae-derived laminarin and lami-narin oligosaccharides have various potential applications in the food,medicine,cosmetics,and bioenergy fields.This paper reviews the preparation methods of laminarin and laminarin oligosaccharides,as well as their biological activities and potential applications.展开更多
（E） -2- （ 1H-Benzo [ d ] [ 1,2,3 ] trlazol-1-yl） -3- （4-chlorophenyl） -3 -hydroxy-N-phenylprop-2 -enethioamide （ compound 1 ） and （E） -2- （ 1H-benzo [ d ] [ 1,2,3 ] trlazol-1-yl ） -3 -hydroxy-N, 3 -dipheny...（E） -2- （ 1H-Benzo [ d ] [ 1,2,3 ] trlazol-1-yl） -3- （4-chlorophenyl） -3 -hydroxy-N-phenylprop-2 -enethioamide （ compound 1 ） and （E） -2- （ 1H-benzo [ d ] [ 1,2,3 ] trlazol-1-yl ） -3 -hydroxy-N, 3 -diphenylprop-2-enethioamide （ compound 2） were synthesized and their structures were confirmed by means of IR, MS, ^1H NMR, and elemental analysis. The structure of compound 1 was determined with single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis. The results of the biological test show that the two compounds have a certain antifungal activity.展开更多
The title compound, 3-[2-（4-fluoro-phenyl）-ethyl]-5-methyl-4-hydroxyl-4-methyl- 7-methylsulfanyl-3,4-dihydro-pyrido[4,3-d]pyrimidine-8-carbonitrile, has been prepared and detemined by single-crystal X-ray diffractio...The title compound, 3-[2-（4-fluoro-phenyl）-ethyl]-5-methyl-4-hydroxyl-4-methyl- 7-methylsulfanyl-3,4-dihydro-pyrido[4,3-d]pyrimidine-8-carbonitrile, has been prepared and detemined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. The crystal belongs to the triclinic system, space group P1 with a = 6.8754（8）, b = 10.2617（12）, c = 13.3491（16） A, α = 93.163（2）, β = 96.704（2）, γ = 102.421（2）°, V= 910.35（19）A^3, Z= 2, Mr= 370.44, Dc= 1.351 g/cm^3,μ = 0.203 mm^-1,F（000） = 388, the final R = 0.0573 and wR = 0.1497. X-ray analysis reveals that the pyridine and pyrimidine rings are almost coplanar.展开更多
The Smilax species,widely distributed in tropical region of the world and the warm areas of East Asia and North America,are extensively used as folk medicine to treat inflammatory disorders.Chemical investigation on S...The Smilax species,widely distributed in tropical region of the world and the warm areas of East Asia and North America,are extensively used as folk medicine to treat inflammatory disorders.Chemical investigation on Smilax species showed they are rich sources of steroidal saponins with diversified structure types,including spirostane,isospirostane,furostane,pregnane,and cholestane.This review mainly summarizes the steroidal saponins(1–104)reported from the genus Smilax between 1967 and 2016,and their biological activities.The relationship between structures of steroidal saponins and related biological activities were briefly discussed.展开更多
Fortunella margarita（Lour.） Swingle, commonly known as kumquat, is the smallest citrus fruit. It thrives in southeastern China and is widely cultivated and consumed in the world due to its multiple health benefits. ...Fortunella margarita（Lour.） Swingle, commonly known as kumquat, is the smallest citrus fruit. It thrives in southeastern China and is widely cultivated and consumed in the world due to its multiple health benefits. It has been used as an important herbal medicine in traditional Chinese medicine and also as one of the most popular fruits. There are various kinds of bioactive compounds in F. margarita, such as polysaccharides, limonoids, essential oils, flavonoids, phenolic acids, vitamins, dietary fiber, etc. In addition, many studies have reported that these bioactive compounds can be used as antioxidant, antimicrobial, hypolipidemic, drosophila lure components in functional foods, pharmaceuticals and daily chemical products due to their biological activities. This review focuses on the structural features and biological activities of polysaccharides, limonoids, essential oils and flavonoids and other bioactive substances from F. margarita and their potential applications in food, daily chemical and pharmaceutical industries.展开更多
Lycophytes and ferns are unique and charismatic members of many terrestrial ecosystems and occupy the pivotal position in land plant origin and evolution.The Chinese lycophytes and ferns flora,with approximately 2000 ...Lycophytes and ferns are unique and charismatic members of many terrestrial ecosystems and occupy the pivotal position in land plant origin and evolution.The Chinese lycophytes and ferns flora,with approximately 2000 species,contributes a substantial component to the global lycophytes and ferns diversity,with estimates of 12000 species.Among them,about 433 species are medicinally recorded and researches based on their phytochemical properties are important topics in natural medicines.This paper reviewed the research history and current status of chemical constituents and biological activities of lycophytes and ferns,which had highlighted the research progress of our group.展开更多
Oleanolic acid(OA),a pentacyclic triterpenoid,exhibits a broad spectrum of biological activities,including antitumor,antiviral,antibacterial,anti-inflammatory,hepatoprotective,hypoglycemic,and hypolipidemic effects.Si...Oleanolic acid(OA),a pentacyclic triterpenoid,exhibits a broad spectrum of biological activities,including antitumor,antiviral,antibacterial,anti-inflammatory,hepatoprotective,hypoglycemic,and hypolipidemic effects.Since its initial isolation and identification,numerous studies have reported on the structural modifications and pharmacological activities of OA and its derivatives.Despite this,there has been a dearth of comprehensive reviews in the past two decades,leading to challenges in subsequent research on OA.Based on the main biological activities of OA,this paper comprehensively summarized the modification strategies and structureactivity relationships(SARs)of OA and its derivatives to provide valuable reference for future investigations into OA.展开更多
Kiwi,a fruit from plants of the genus Actinidia,is one of the famous fruits with thousand years of edible history.In the past twenty years,a great deal of research has been done on the chemical constituents of the Act...Kiwi,a fruit from plants of the genus Actinidia,is one of the famous fruits with thousand years of edible history.In the past twenty years,a great deal of research has been done on the chemical constituents of the Actinidia species.A large number of secondary metabolites including triterpenoids,flavonoids,phenols,etc.have been identified from differents parts of Actinidia plants,which exhibited significant in vitro and in vivo pharmacological activities including anticancer,anti-inflammatory,neuroprotective,anti-oxidative,anti-bacterial,and anti-diabetic activities.In order to fully understand the chemical compo-nents and biological activities of Actinidia plants,and to improve their further research,development and utilization,this review summarizes the compounds extracted from different parts of Actinidia plants since 1959 to 2020,classifies the types of constituents,reports on the pharmacological activities of relative compounds and medicinal potentials.展开更多
Sophora flavescens Alt.,a perennial herb of Sophora in Leguminosae family,was widely distributed in the north and south of China.Its root is utilized as a traditional Chinese medicine to clear heat,drain dampness,kill...Sophora flavescens Alt.,a perennial herb of Sophora in Leguminosae family,was widely distributed in the north and south of China.Its root is utilized as a traditional Chinese medicine to clear heat,drain dampness,kill insect and promote urination by virtue of bitter and cold.Its chemical components are complex and diverse,mainly including alkaloids and flavonoids.Modern pharmacological studies have found that prenylflavonoids and quinolicidine alkaloids are the characteristic chemical constituents and the main active ingredients,with anti-inflammatory,anti-tumor,anti-oxidation,and other various biological activities.This study reviewed the chemical constituents of S.flavescens and the pharmacological effects of flavonoids in it in order to provide reference for further development.展开更多
基金supported by Major Project of Science and Technology Department of Yunnan Province(202002AA100005,202102AE090027-2)National Natural Science Foundation of China(82260703)+1 种基金Cassava Industrial Technology System of China(CARS11-YNTY)Yunnan Province Ten Thousand Plan Industrial Technology Talents Project(YNWR-CYJS-2020-010)。
文摘Moringa oleifera Lam.is a Moringa genus in the Moringaceae family that is high in nutrients and has a wide range of applications.Phenolic compounds are widely found in plants and have various health benefits for the human body.With its high content and wide variety of phenolic compounds,M.oleifera Lam.has been widely studied for its health benefits.The phenolic compounds in M.oleifera Lam.(MOPCs)can be a potential source of functional food ingredients in pharmaceutical and industrial applications.Numerous studies have shown that MOPCs have antioxidant,anti-obesity,anti-diabetic,and antibacterial effects.Although the research on MOPCs has been gradually increasing,the extraction,isolation,identification,biological activities,and comprehensive application of MOPCs need a more systematic summary and generalization.Therefore,this paper reviews the isolation and extraction methods,structure identification,biological activities,and comprehensive applications to provide a further reference for the research and application of MOPCs.
基金supported by the Jilin Scientific and Technological Development Program(20230202047NC)。
文摘Gastrodia elata Blume has a rich history of use in Asian.However,there is still a need for systematic analysis regarding the relationship and in-depth development between its components and functions.Through comprehensive analysis utilizing databases such as Pub Med,Web of Science,and Google Scholar,the practical components,biological activities,and product development of G.elata have been investigated.It has been found that the main active components of G.elata,such as gastrodin and G.elata polysaccharides,possess functionalities in improving conditions such as epilepsy,hypertension,and osteoporosis.These active components exhibit phenolic hydroxyl groups,molecular weight,conformation,and spatial arrangement,contributing to their enhanced ability to scavenge free radicals.Additionally,G.elata is known to have organic acids and esters,which exhibit potential immune regulatory and antiviral properties.Compounds with multiple acidic functional groups exhibit even more vigorous activity.Steroidal compounds likeβ-sitosterol,due to their presence of alcohol and ketone groups,along with a multi-ring structure,exhibit superior cholesterol-lowering activity.G.elata has already been recognized in the traditional chinese medicine and food homology list,showcasing its potential for development in line with the health demands of the current era.However,challenges regarding quality evaluation,peculiar odor,and the extraction process of the practical components still require immediate attention.Constructing a robust evaluation system and optimizing product processing techniques will be crucial for the future advancement of the G.elata industry.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFC3501805)the Science and Technology Program of Tianjin in China(23ZYJDSS00030)+2 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82374030)the Science&Technology Development Fund of Tianjin Education Commission for Higher Education(2021KJ127)Tianjin Outstanding Youth Fund(23JCJQJC00030).
文摘Panax notoginseng is a traditional Chinese medicine containing various constituents,including the saponins,polysaccharides,polyacetylenes,amino acids,etc.It has beneficial functions,such as the anti-inflammatory,antitumor,hepatoprotective,and anti-aging effects.Among these,P.notoginseng polysaccharides(PNPs)have been exploited because of their extensive pharmacological effects,being ranked as one of the current research hotspots,especially for the functional foods and medical practice.In this review,the literature related to PNPs in the past 20 years was surveyed and analyzed using both the China National Knowledge Infrastructure(CNKI)and Web of Science(WOS)databases.The visualization diagram shows that current studies on PNPs mainly focus on the antioxidant and immunomodulatory activities and structural characterization.In addition,the extraction,separation,purification,chemical analysis,structural characteristics,bioactivities,and applications of PNPs are outlined,in detail,aimed to provide valuable information for the further study,development,and utilization regarding PNPs.
基金supported by National Nature Science Foundation of China(81973284)Scientific Research Foundation of the Education Department of Liaoning Province(LJKZ0944).
文摘Lysimachia capillipes(L.capillipes)Hemsl,belong to primulaceae pearl vegetables genus,is a treasure in traditional Chinese medicine.It has the effects of invigorating qi and tonifying deficiency,dispelling wind and activating blood,awakening the brain,relieving cough and regulating menstruation.With the development of modern medicine,the active components and therapeutic mechanisms of L.capillipes Hemsl have been gradually revealed.The present report systematically reviews the chemical composition and biological activities of L.capillipes Hemsl,to provide scientific basis and reference for detailed research on L.capillipes Hemsl.
基金Key National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.81130069)Selected Program of Personnel Department for Oversea Scholar(2009-2011)+1 种基金the Chinese National S&T Special Project on Major New Drug Innovation(Grant No.2011ZX09307-002-01)the Key Technologies of the Quality Standards and the Safety of Health Food,"863 Program"(Grant No.2010AA023006)
文摘Hypericin, a secondary metabolite first reported in 1830, is a natural photosensitizing naphtodianthrone and is mainly from the natural plant sources of genus Hypericum. Hypericin exhibits a wide variety of biological and pharmacological activities, such as antiviral, antidepressant, antitumor, antimicrobial, and antioxidant activity. Hypericin can also be utilized in photodynamic diagnosis. Accumulating evidence is pointing to the effects of hypericin with potential pharmaceutical and clinical interests in the past decades. The present review gives a comprehensive outline of the chemistry, botanical occurrence and biological activities of this powerful compound.
文摘Water soluble skin secretions of six common Chinese amphibians were studied for their biological and enzymatic activities.The skin secretions of Tylototriton verrucosus,Bombina maxima ,and Bufo andrewsi were found toxic to mice with the intraperitoneal LD 50 of 11 5?mg/kg,18 8?mg/kg,and 264?mg/kg,respectively.No acute lethal toxicities were observed for the skin secretions of Rana nigromaculata,Rana guentheri and Rana limnocharis in a dose up to 500?mg/kg.The lethal toxicities of the skin secretions of T verrucosus and B maxima to mice are in the same grade as those of Viperidae snake venoms.The toxic components in T verrucosus and B maxima skin secretions are the proteins with molecular weights ranging from 3 to 60?kDa.All the skin secretions had both proteolytic activity and trypsin inhibitory activity.The skin secretions from T verrucosus , B maxima and B andrewsi also displayed wide spectrum antimicrobial activity.On the other hand,the skin secretions from B andrewsi and B maxima showed cytotoxicity on human cancer cells.All the six samples had not significant effects on mammalian blood coagulation system.Phospholipase A 2 activity was only found in the skin secretions of T verrucosus .None of these skin secretions showed acetylcholine esterase activity.
基金Joint Fund of NSFC-Guangdong Province(Grant No.U0932004)National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.20902038).
文摘The Securinega alkaloids are a group of compounds isolated from the plants of Securinega,Phyllanthus and Flueggea genera belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family.Most of these compounds exhibit a wide range of biological activities,such as GAB A receptor antagonist,antimalarial and antibacterial activity.Due to the special structural features of Securinega alkaloids, the synthesis strategies for their different structural skeletons are challenging for organic and medicinal chemists.In the review, we will provide an overview of the total synthesis of several Securinega alkaloids and their biological activities.
基金the financial support provided by Zhengzhou 1125 Talents Gathering Project (2018)the Doctor startup fund of Henan Agricultural University (30500431)
文摘Polysaccharides are the important biologically active components found in the peel of Dioscorea opposita Thunb.(DTTP).The influences of 4 extraction methods,namely hot water extraction(W),acidic extraction(HA),hot-compressed water extraction(HCW)and enzyme-assisted extraction(EAE),on the yields,physicochemical properties,hypoglycemic and antioxidant activities of polysaccharides from DTTP were studied and compared.Among these DTTP polysaccharides,DTTP-HA was outstanding in several respects.DTTP-HA was the most water soluble;it had the highest total carbohydrate content(85.08%),the highest uronic acid(13.20%)and the highest thermal stability.DTTP-HA and DTTP-W possessed a triple-helix structure.These 4 kinds of polysaccharides have the same types of monosaccharides,but in different molar percentages.Extraction method had a significant impact on the microstructures of the extracted polysaccharides.DTT-HA exhibited irregular structure with many holes.Among the 4 extracted methods,the DTTP-HA and DTTP-W initially exhibited higher hypoglycemic and antioxidant activities.The better bioactivities of DTTP-HA may be related to the above factors.The findings indicated that acid extraction is an effective method to extract polysaccharides with high biological activities from DTTP.
基金financially supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(31901692)2020 Li Ka Shing Foundation Cross-Disciplinary Research Grant(2020LKSFG02E)Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province,China(2021A1515011495)。
文摘Marine algae are valuable sources of health-promoting molecules that have been consumed by Asians for decades.Among aquatic flora,marine algae stand out in terms of high content of marine algae polysaccharides(MAP)such as carrageenan,alginate,fucoidan,laminaran,agarose,rhamnan,and ulvan.When hydrolyzed,MAP generate marine algae oligosaccharides(MAO),which have attracted interest in recent years due to their superior solubility compared with MAP.Besides,MAO have been demonstrated numerous biological activities including antioxidant,antidiabetic,anti-inflammatory,antimicrobial,and prebiotic activities.Thus,this review summarizes the main chemical classes of MAO,their sources,and the main processes used for their production(i.e.,physical,chemical,and biological methods),coupled with a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of these methods.Highlights of the biological activities of MAO and their potential applications in food,nutraceutical,and pharmaceuticals would also be discussed and summarized.
文摘Sarcandra glabra(Thunb.)Nakai is a perennial evergreen herb categorised within the Sarcandra Gardner genus under the Chloranthaceae family.Indigenous to tropical and subtropical regions of East Asia and India,this species is extensively distributed across China,particularly in the southern regions(Sichuan,Yunnan,and Jiangxi).In addition to its high ornamental value,S.glabra has a rich history of use in traditional Chinese medicine,evident through its empirical prescriptions for various ailments like pneumonia,dysentery,fractures,bruises,numbness,amenorrhea,rheumatism,and other diseases.Besides,modern pharmacological studies have revealed various biological activities,such as antitumour,anti-bacterial,anti-viral anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects.The diverse chemical constituents of S.glabra have fascinated natural product researchers since the 1900s.To date,over 400 compounds including terpenoids,coumarins,lignans,flavonoids,sterols,anthraquinones,organic acids,and organic esters have been isolated and characterised,some featuring unprecedented structures.This review comprehensively examines the current understanding of S.glabra’s phytochemistry and pharmacology,with emphasis on the chemistry and biosynthesis of its unique chemotaxonomic marker,the lindenane-type sesquiterpenoids.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.31922072)National Key Research and Development Program of China(Nos.2019YFD0901902 and 2019YFD0901904)+1 种基金Taishan Scholar Project of Shandong Province(No.tsqn201812020)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.201941002).
文摘Brown algae is one of the three major types of marine algae and includes approximately 2000 species.It is widely dis-tributed in various seas around the world.Brown algae contain a plethora of active substances,such as polysaccharides,polyphe-nols,omega-3 fatty acids,and carotenoids.Laminarin,a type of storage carbohydrate found abundantly in brown algae,is mainly formed by glucose monomers linked byβ-1,3-glucosidic bonds and partialβ-1,6-glucosidic bonds.Laminarin and laminarin oligo-saccharides,which contain 2-10 saccharide units,have extensive biological activities,such as antitumor,antioxidant,anti-inflam-matory,and prebiotic properties.Moreover,both laminarin and laminarin oligosaccharides can be considered as ideal substrates for bioethanol production because they are composed of abundant glucose residues.Therefore,brown algae-derived laminarin and lami-narin oligosaccharides have various potential applications in the food,medicine,cosmetics,and bioenergy fields.This paper reviews the preparation methods of laminarin and laminarin oligosaccharides,as well as their biological activities and potential applications.
文摘（E） -2- （ 1H-Benzo [ d ] [ 1,2,3 ] trlazol-1-yl） -3- （4-chlorophenyl） -3 -hydroxy-N-phenylprop-2 -enethioamide （ compound 1 ） and （E） -2- （ 1H-benzo [ d ] [ 1,2,3 ] trlazol-1-yl ） -3 -hydroxy-N, 3 -diphenylprop-2-enethioamide （ compound 2） were synthesized and their structures were confirmed by means of IR, MS, ^1H NMR, and elemental analysis. The structure of compound 1 was determined with single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis. The results of the biological test show that the two compounds have a certain antifungal activity.
基金This research was supported by the National Basic Research Program of China (2003CB114400) National Natural Science Foundation of China (20372023)
文摘The title compound, 3-[2-（4-fluoro-phenyl）-ethyl]-5-methyl-4-hydroxyl-4-methyl- 7-methylsulfanyl-3,4-dihydro-pyrido[4,3-d]pyrimidine-8-carbonitrile, has been prepared and detemined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. The crystal belongs to the triclinic system, space group P1 with a = 6.8754（8）, b = 10.2617（12）, c = 13.3491（16） A, α = 93.163（2）, β = 96.704（2）, γ = 102.421（2）°, V= 910.35（19）A^3, Z= 2, Mr= 370.44, Dc= 1.351 g/cm^3,μ = 0.203 mm^-1,F（000） = 388, the final R = 0.0573 and wR = 0.1497. X-ray analysis reveals that the pyridine and pyrimidine rings are almost coplanar.
基金the State Key Laboratory of Phytochemistry and Plant Resources in West China,Kunming Institute of Botany,Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.P2015-KF07)Science and Technology Program of Guangzhou,China(No.201607010147)Guangdong Medical Science Foundation(No.A2015225).
文摘The Smilax species,widely distributed in tropical region of the world and the warm areas of East Asia and North America,are extensively used as folk medicine to treat inflammatory disorders.Chemical investigation on Smilax species showed they are rich sources of steroidal saponins with diversified structure types,including spirostane,isospirostane,furostane,pregnane,and cholestane.This review mainly summarizes the steroidal saponins(1–104)reported from the genus Smilax between 1967 and 2016,and their biological activities.The relationship between structures of steroidal saponins and related biological activities were briefly discussed.
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province(2016J05068)High Level University Construction Projects of Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University(612014042)+2 种基金Science and Technology Development Foundation Project of Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University(KF2015101)Leading Talents Support Program of Science and Technology Innovation in Fujian Province(KRC16002A)Excellent Talents Support Program of Colleges and Universities in Fujian Province(JA14094)
文摘Fortunella margarita（Lour.） Swingle, commonly known as kumquat, is the smallest citrus fruit. It thrives in southeastern China and is widely cultivated and consumed in the world due to its multiple health benefits. It has been used as an important herbal medicine in traditional Chinese medicine and also as one of the most popular fruits. There are various kinds of bioactive compounds in F. margarita, such as polysaccharides, limonoids, essential oils, flavonoids, phenolic acids, vitamins, dietary fiber, etc. In addition, many studies have reported that these bioactive compounds can be used as antioxidant, antimicrobial, hypolipidemic, drosophila lure components in functional foods, pharmaceuticals and daily chemical products due to their biological activities. This review focuses on the structural features and biological activities of polysaccharides, limonoids, essential oils and flavonoids and other bioactive substances from F. margarita and their potential applications in food, daily chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.21837003)Open fund from the State Key Laboratory of Phytochemistry and Plant Resources in West China(No.P2017-KF13)
文摘Lycophytes and ferns are unique and charismatic members of many terrestrial ecosystems and occupy the pivotal position in land plant origin and evolution.The Chinese lycophytes and ferns flora,with approximately 2000 species,contributes a substantial component to the global lycophytes and ferns diversity,with estimates of 12000 species.Among them,about 433 species are medicinally recorded and researches based on their phytochemical properties are important topics in natural medicines.This paper reviewed the research history and current status of chemical constituents and biological activities of lycophytes and ferns,which had highlighted the research progress of our group.
基金supported by the Lianyungang Postdoctoral Research Funding Program(No.LYG20210018).
文摘Oleanolic acid(OA),a pentacyclic triterpenoid,exhibits a broad spectrum of biological activities,including antitumor,antiviral,antibacterial,anti-inflammatory,hepatoprotective,hypoglycemic,and hypolipidemic effects.Since its initial isolation and identification,numerous studies have reported on the structural modifications and pharmacological activities of OA and its derivatives.Despite this,there has been a dearth of comprehensive reviews in the past two decades,leading to challenges in subsequent research on OA.Based on the main biological activities of OA,this paper comprehensively summarized the modification strategies and structureactivity relationships(SARs)of OA and its derivatives to provide valuable reference for future investigations into OA.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22177139)the Scientific Research Program of Hubei Provincial Department of Education,China(D20183001).
文摘Kiwi,a fruit from plants of the genus Actinidia,is one of the famous fruits with thousand years of edible history.In the past twenty years,a great deal of research has been done on the chemical constituents of the Actinidia species.A large number of secondary metabolites including triterpenoids,flavonoids,phenols,etc.have been identified from differents parts of Actinidia plants,which exhibited significant in vitro and in vivo pharmacological activities including anticancer,anti-inflammatory,neuroprotective,anti-oxidative,anti-bacterial,and anti-diabetic activities.In order to fully understand the chemical compo-nents and biological activities of Actinidia plants,and to improve their further research,development and utilization,this review summarizes the compounds extracted from different parts of Actinidia plants since 1959 to 2020,classifies the types of constituents,reports on the pharmacological activities of relative compounds and medicinal potentials.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2017YFC1701200)Leading talents of science and technology innovation in Liaoning Province(XLYC1902101)Liaoning Provincial Doctoral Research Start-up Fund(2019-BS-224).
文摘Sophora flavescens Alt.,a perennial herb of Sophora in Leguminosae family,was widely distributed in the north and south of China.Its root is utilized as a traditional Chinese medicine to clear heat,drain dampness,kill insect and promote urination by virtue of bitter and cold.Its chemical components are complex and diverse,mainly including alkaloids and flavonoids.Modern pharmacological studies have found that prenylflavonoids and quinolicidine alkaloids are the characteristic chemical constituents and the main active ingredients,with anti-inflammatory,anti-tumor,anti-oxidation,and other various biological activities.This study reviewed the chemical constituents of S.flavescens and the pharmacological effects of flavonoids in it in order to provide reference for further development.
