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Screening extracts of indigenous South African plants for the presence of anti-cancer compounds
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
Early man dabbled with the use of plant extracts to cure ailments. This practice has been passed down from generation to generation and today more than 50% of the world'sdrugs are natural products or derivatives thereof. ...
Studies on some biologically active natural products from Tulbaghia Alliacea
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)
It is believed that early humans had knowledge of how to use traditional medicinal plants, but the knowledge has been partially lost as society underwent various changes leading to new civilizations. The aim of this study ...
Medicinal uses of Galenia africana: A study of the antimicrobial, antifungal and anticancer properties
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Over the years, microorganisms have become resistant to commonly used antimicrobial agents
leading to multidrug resistance. This is believed to occur even with new classes of therapeutic
agents thus creating a challenge ...
Data Science techniques for predicting plant genes involved in secondary metabolites production
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Plant genome analysis is currently experiencing a boost due to reduced costs associated with the
development of next generation sequencing technologies. Knowledge on genetic background can be
applied to guide targeted ...
The formulation and evaluation of rapid release tablets manufactured from Artemisia Afra plant material
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)
Infusions, decoctions, alcoholic preparations and other dosage forms of Artemisia afra are frequently used in South African traditional medicine. Generally when these preparations are made without applying good manufacturing ...
Pharmacological evaluation of some central nervous system effects of Cotyledon Orbiculata
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)
The use of traditional medicine through the use of medicinal plants in Africa and especially in South Africa has long been considered an important characteristic of people's daily lives and socio-cultural heritage. Cotyledon ...
The extraction, purification and evaluation of compounds from the leaves of Leonotis Leonorus for anticonvulsant activity
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)
The aim of this study is to isolate and evaluate the anticonvulsant components from the leaves of Leonotis leonorus (L) R.aR. and to see if there is any change in activity with the origin of the plant material and I or the ...
Acute and chronic toxicity of the flavonoid-containing plant, Artemisia afra in rodents
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)
The aim of this study was to investigate the possible toxicity of the flavonoid-containing plant, Artemisia afra and especially establish the safety of the aqueous extract of this plant after acute and chronic administration ...
Medicinal plant use in the Dwarsrivier Valley, Stellenbosch
(University of the Western Cape, 2013)
Plants have been used as medicine since antiquity. Passed on by word of mouth through the generations, this oral tradition is at risk of becoming extinct due to westernization and lack of documentation. The community in ...
De novo assembly of the rooibos genome
(University of Western Cape, 2020)
Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis) is endemic to the Cederberg region of South Africa, and one of
the few indigenous medicinal plants commercially cultivated in the country. International
interest in rooibos is growing, and ...