Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines

Headline: The ocean's pharmacy: scientists chart a new path for marine peptide drug discovery

Researchers discover and evaluate marine peptides with improved efficiency using green solvents, enzymatic hydrolysis, and membrane separation. Bioinformatics tools help predict structures and functions of these peptides, offering potential candidates for various diseases.

SourceChinese Journal of Natural Medicines·JournalChinese Journal of Natural Medicines·TypeLiterature review·DateMay 22, 2026

Xijiaqi Formula improves cognition in chronic heart failure rats

Researchers found Xijiaqi Formula reduces neuroinflammation and promotes neuroplasticity in CHF rats, improving cognitive function. The formula also enhances molecular signatures of neuroplasticity by regulating PDE4-cAMP/PKA/CREB signaling.

SourceChinese Journal of Natural Medicines·JournalChinese Journal of Natural Medicines·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 2, 2026

AI tools help decode how TCM formulas work

Researchers use AI methods to tackle complexity of TCM formulas, predicting pharmacokinetic behavior and identifying synergistic interactions. AI-assisted modeling helps connect constituents to protein targets, supporting iterative cycles of prediction and experimental confirmation.

SourceChinese Journal of Natural Medicines·JournalChinese Journal of Natural Medicines·TypeLiterature review·DateJan 29, 2026