• A novel compound isolated from Sclerochloa dura has anti-inflammatory effects 

      Bukhari, Syed Majid; Feuerherm, Astrid Jullumstrø; Tunset, Hanna Maja; Isaksen, Stian Moe; Sæther, Mari; Thvedt, Thor Håkon Krane; Villa Gonzalez, Susana; Schmid, Rudolf; Brunsvik, Anders; Fuglseth, Erik; Zlatković, Bojan; Johansen, Berit; Simic, Nebojsa (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2016)
      The activation of phospholipase A2 (PLA2) by means of pro-inflammatory cytokines results in the subsequent release of arachidonic acid (AA) and generates eicosanoids, which further propagate inflammation. Through cyclooxygenases ...
    • Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities of Sclerochloa dura (Poaceae) 

      Bukhari, Syed Majid; Feuerherm, Astrid Jullumstrø; Boulfrad, Fayssal; Zlatkovic, Bojan; Johansen, Berit; Simic, Nebojsa (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2014)
      The plant Sclerochloa dura is traditionally used in South-East Serbia to treat menstrual disorders characterized by pain and excessive bleeding. According to subjects’ statements, a reduction in bleeding and pain is ...