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Strong Inhibitory Activity and Action Modes of Synthetic Maslinic Acid Derivative on Highly Pathogenic Coronaviruses: COVID-19 Drug Candidate

In this study, a molecular docking study was carried out for seventeen (17) structural analogues prepared from natural maslinic and oleanolic acids, screened against SARS-CoV-2 main protease. Furthermore, we experimentally validated the virtual data by measuring the half-maximal cytotoxic and inhibitory concentrations of each compound.

Maslinic acid alleviates ischemia/reperfusion-induced inflammation by downregulation of NFκB-mediated adhesion molecule expression

Ischemia/reperfusion (I/R)-induced inflammation is associated with enhanced leukocyte rolling, adhesion and transmigration within the microcirculation. These steps are mediated by hypoxia-triggered signaling pathways, which upregulate adhesion molecule expression on endothelial cells and pericytes. We analyzed whether these cellular events are affected by maslinic acid (MA).

The Anticancer Potential of Maslinic Acid and Its Derivatives: A Review

Maslinic acid (MA), a pentacyclic triterpene acid mainly derived from the olive tree (Olea europaea L.) has been confirmed to possess great anti-cancer effects. This paper reviewed the inhibitory effect of MA and its derivatives on lung cancer, colon cancer, ovarian cancer, gastric cancer, lymphatic, leukemia, breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, melanoma, prostate cancer, renal cell carcinoma, gallbladder cancer, and bladder cancer, among others.

Triterpene derivative improves the renal function of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats: a follow-up study on maslinic acid

Reports indicate that oral administration of plant-derived maslinic acid (MA) exhibits hypoglycemic and renoprotective effects in streptozotocin (STZ)-induced diabetic rats. 

Effects of maslinic acid on the proliferation and apoptosis of A549 lung cancer cells

Maslinic acid (MA) is a pentacyclic triterpene acid that is present in numerous dietary plants. Although certain studies have demonstrated that MA has anti‑cancer properties in different cell types, the effect of MA on lung cancer cell proliferation and apoptosis and the potential underlying mechanisms remain to be elucidated. 

Maslinic acid derived from olive fruit in combination with resistance training improves muscle mass and mobility functions in the elderly

Maslinic acid, derived from olive fruit, reduces pro-inflammation cytokines, which are involved in muscle fiber atrophy. Therefore, the maslinic acid ingestion may enhance the muscular response to resistance training through anti-inflammatory action.

Maslinic Acid Inhibits Proliferation of Renal Cell Carcinoma Cell Lines and Suppresses Angiogenesis of Endothelial Cells

In human umbilical vein endothelial cell line, maslinic acid induced a significant reduction in capillary tube formation in vitro and vascular endothelial growth factor. This study provides a rationale for incorporating a maslinic acid–rich diet either to reduce the risk of developing kidney cancer or as an adjunct to existing antiangiogenic therapy to improve efficacy.

Maslinic Acid enhances signals for the recruitment of macrophages and their differentiation to m1 state

The present study was designed to elucidate if the four major triterpenes found in virgin olive oil (oleanolic acid, maslinic acid, uvaol, and erythrodiol) are able to enhance M1 macrophage response which represents an important defense mechanism against cancer.

Maslinic acid induces mitochondrial apoptosis and suppresses HIF-1α expression in A549 lung cancer cells under normoxic and hypoxic conditions

The apoptotic effects of maslinic acid (MA) at 4, 8, 16, 32 and 64 μmol/L on human lung cancer A549 cells under normoxic and hypoxic conditions were examined. MA at 4-64 and 16-64 μmol/L lowered Bcl-2 expression under normoxic and hypoxic conditions, respectively (p < 0.05). 

Maslinic acid potentiates the anti-tumor activity of tumor necrosis factor alpha by inhibiting NF-kappaB signaling pathway

Maslinic acid (MA), a pharmacological safe natural product, has been known for its important effects as anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-viral activities. The aim of this study was to determine whether MA potentiates the anti-tumor activity of TNFalpha though the regulation of NF-kappaB activation.

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