This mini-review looks at important milestones in fragrance chemistry by combining historical developments with modern advances in molecular and industrial aspects. It focuses on major odorant classes like musks, woody notes, and sandalwood fragrances. The review traces the evolu...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2026/v9i1231
Chinyere Benardette Chinaka Ikpa, Ujupaul J.M Ikezu, Blessing Chinonso Adindu, Nneoma Ngozika Chidozie –Ikpa & Providence Chinedum Chukueggu·South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products·2026
Some of agro-insecticides used by farmers have been alleged to be a major contributory factor to some health and environmental hazards. This study provides a critical insight on in silico preliminary assessment of commonly used insecticides in Nigeria, specifically linking agroch...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2026/v9i1229
Md. Shyduzzaman Roni, Sumaiya Ahmed, Sushan Chowhan, Md. Parvej Fakir Raju, Dodi Al Sharif, Md. Mostafijar Rahman, Habibur Rahman & Md. Fakhrul Hasan·South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products·2026
Tender coconut water is widely consumed for its nutritionally rich natural beverage properties. The quality and commercial value of coconut water are strongly influenced by genotype and growing environment. Consumers in Bangladesh have limited information on the region-specific a...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2026/v9i1227
Faith Obianauju Otukwude, Ahamefula Anslem Ahuchaogu, Macaulay Moses, Udonkenna Christian Dilaku, Chinonso John Iroanya & James Onyedikachi Nwagba·South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products·2026
Plant extract contains several bioactive constituents that have been shown to possess health promoting properties. Plant derived bioactive compounds, such as biologically active proteins, phenols, carbohydrates, alkaloids, cadiac glycosides, flavonoids, phenols, anthraquinones, p...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2026/v9i1226
Kazi Aaquib Mosharaf, Sabiha Chowdhury, Sushmita Sruti Choudhury, Mohammad Sayful Islam, Jannatul Sarmin Rosny, Nusrat Jahan, Abdul Gaffer & Md. Moyen Uddin Pk·South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products·2026
Introduction: Oxidative stress is a key factor in numerous chronic diseases, driving the search for natural antioxidants from medicinal plants as alternatives to synthetic compounds. This study aimed to scientifically evaluate the in vitro antioxidant and cytotoxic potential of m...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2026/v9i1225
Anisochilus carnosus, commonly referred to as, ‘Thicked leaved Lavender’, is a member of the Lamiaceae family and is a widely recognized medicinal plant used in several traditional medicine systems, particularly in South and Southeast Asia. This review highlights the presence of...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2026/v9i1223
Medicinal plants, usually viewed as safer, more cost-effective, and more accessible than synthetic drugs, have historically been valuable therapeutic agents for treating a variety of ailments. This review aims to explore the published literature concerning the phytochemical, ethn...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2026/v9i1224
The high cost and limited availability of commercial enteral formulas in resource-poor settings like Nigeria and other developing countries necessitate the development of nutritious, affordable, and locally-sourced alternatives. The study is an analytical experimental design, tha...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2026/v9i1222
The COVID-19 pandemic posed an unprecedented global health challenge, leading to the rapid development of vaccines and antiviral drugs that substantially reduced disease-related mortality. Nevertheless, conventional synthetic drug discovery remains time-consuming and is often ass...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2026/v9i1221
Aim: This study assessed the levels of organochlorine pesticide residues in selected food crops [fluted pumpkin, chili pepper, maize (white and yellow), and beans (white and brown)] obtained from farms and markets in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria to quantify pesticide residues, e...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i3220
Background: Pandanus julianettii Martelli, an endemic plant of Papua, Indonesia, is traditionally valued for its nutritional, medicinal, and cultural roles, yet remains underexplored in pharmacognostic studies. Aims: This review synthesizes ethnobotanical, nutritional, phytochemi...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i3219
Boniface Pone Kamdem, Jamila Aminatou Kone, Vincent NGOUANA, Yolande Nzeulienou Noubissi, Aicha Sylvanie Magniteu Lekefack, Christelle Amanda Djakam Ngola, Staelle Pierre Tedonzang, Aimerance Mabelle Madoung, Paul Keilah Lunga & Fabrice Fekam Boyom·South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products·2025
Antimicrobial resistance in Salmonella represents a significant global risk to public health. The use of traditional medicine is a common practice in rural communities in Cameroon, especially in the Noun division where people use various plants to treat common gastrointestinal in...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i3218
Adindu Chinonso Blessing, Njoku Victor Obinna, Nwokeke Uche Godswill, Okeke Pamela Ifeoma, Iroamaka Stanislaus Chika, Ohaegbulam Chinyere Elizabeth & Chidiebere Arinzechukwu Maduabuchi·South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products·2025
Cassia alata also known as senna alata is a medicinal plant widely known for its antifungal property, it is known for its ability to attack ring worm. The present work investigates the medicinal strength of cassia alata leaves by studying the anti-bacterial, anti-fungi and anti-c...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i3217
Aims: Oil exploration and frequent spill incidents have created environmental and radiological safety concerns about the mobilization of existing naturally radionuclides in Rivers State. This study is to assess and compare gross alpha and gross beta activity in soil and sediment...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i3216
Aim/Objective: This study investigated the Effects of Induced starvation with G.Kola extracts and ketogenic diet administration on oxidative stress markers. Methods: A total of 49 wistar rats acclimatized for two weeks weighing between 145-161g were used for thi...
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Research Article10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i3215