Water, a necessary component of cell protoplasm, plays an essential role in supporting life
on Earth; nevertheless, extreme changes in climatic conditions limit water availability …

Plants are the sources of many bioactive secondary metabolites which are present in plant
organs including leaves, stems, roots, and flowers. Although they provide advantages to the …

Nowadays, much attention is paid to issues such as ecology and sustainability. Many
consumers choose “green cosmetics”, which are environmentally friendly creams, makeup …

Brain cancer is regarded among the deadliest forms of cancer worldwide. The distinct tumor
microenvironment and inherent characteristics of brain tumor cells virtually render them …

Cancer is the second-ranked disease and a cause of death for millions of people around the
world despite many kinds of available treatments. Phytochemicals are considered a vital …

Microalgae are the richest source of natural carotenoids, which are valuable pigments with a
high share of benefits. Often, carotenoid-producing algae inhabit specific biotopes with …

In controlled environment agriculture, customized light treatments using light-emitting diodes
are crucial to improving crop yield and quality. Red (R; 600-700 nm) and blue light (B; 400 …

The issue of lipid changes in muscle foods under the action of atmospheric oxygen has
captured the attention of researchers for over a century. Lipid oxidative processes initiate …

This article presents a groundbreaking perspective on carotenoids, focusing on their
innovative applications and transformative potential in human health and medicine …

Plant metabolism, including primary metabolism such as tricarboxylic acid cycle, glycolysis,
shikimate and amino acid pathways as well as specialized metabolism such as biosynthesis …