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  1. Naturally-occurring Bioactive Molecules with Anti-Parkinson Disease Poten

    Article • December 2022, Bentham Science Publishers

    Dr Raffaele Capasso, Natália Cruz-Martins, Uttam Baghel, Atul Kabra

  2. Ethnopharmacology, Phytochemistry and Biological Activities of Native Chilean Plants

    Article • Current Pharmaceutical Design, November 2020, Bentham Science Publishers

    Natália Cruz-Martins, maria dolores López Belchí, María-Elena Cazar, Luis Salazar, Miquel Martorell

  3. An Upcoming Approach to Alzheimer's Disease: Ethnopharmacological Potential of Plant Bioactive Molecules

    Article • Current Medicinal Chemistry, July 2020, Bentham Science Publishers

    Professor Isabel C.F.R. C.F.R. Ferreira, Natália Cruz-Martins

  4. Ocotea glomerata (Nees) Mez Extract and Fractions: Chemical Characterization, Anti-Candida Activity and Related Mechanism of Action

    Article • Antibiotics, July 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  5. Structural, Vibrational and Electrochemical Analysis and Antibacterial Potential of Isomeric Chalcones Derived from Natural Acetophenone

    Article • Applied Sciences, July 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  6. Chalcones Isolated from Arrabidaea brachypoda Flowers as Inhibitors of NorA and MepA Multidrug Efflux Pumps of Staphylococcus aureus

    Article • Antibiotics, June 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  7. In Vitro Toxicity, Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Antidiabetic Potential of Sphaerostephanos unitus (L.) Holttum

    Article • Antibiotics, June 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  8. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis: Main features characterization in a Portuguese cohort

    Article • Pulmonology, May 2020, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  9. Evaluation of the Antibacterial Activity and Efflux Pump Reversal of Thymol and Carvacrol against Staphylococcus aureus and Their Toxicity in Drosophila melanogaster

    Article • Molecules, April 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  10. Influence of Family Environment and Tobacco Addiction: A Short Report from a Post-Graduate Teaching Hospital, India

    Article • International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, April 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  11. Role of Vacha (Acorus calamus Linn.) in Neurological and Metabolic Disorders: Evidence from Ethnopharmacology, Phytochemistry, Pharmacology and Clinical Study

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, April 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  12. Impact of Natural Compounds on Neurodegenerative Disorders: From Preclinical to Pharmacotherapeutics

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, April 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  13. Mercury-induced autoimmunity: Drifting from micro to macro concerns on autoimmune disorders

    Article • Clinical Immunology, April 2020, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  14. Diet, Lifestyle and Cardiovascular Diseases: Linking Pathophysiology to Cardioprotective Effects of Natural Bioactive Compounds

    Article • International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, March 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  15. Therapeutic Applications of Curcumin Nanomedicine Formulations in Cardiovascular Diseases

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, March 2020, MDPI AG

    Dr Hernán Cortés, Natália Cruz-Martins

  16. Biomaterial-Related Infections

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, March 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  17. Management of Streptococcus mutans-Candida spp. Oral Biofilms’ Infections: Paving the Way for Effective Clinical Interventions

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, February 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  18. Rosmarinus plants: Key farm concepts towards food applications

    Article • Phytotherapy Research, February 2020, Wiley

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  19. Curcumin’s Nanomedicine Formulations for Therapeutic Application in Neurological Diseases

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, February 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  20. Plant-Derived Bioactives and Oxidative Stress-Related Disorders: A Key Trend towards Healthy Aging and Longevity Promotion

    Article • Applied Sciences, February 2020, MDPI AG

    Dr Elena Azzini, Natália Cruz-Martins, Dr NV Anil Kumar

  21. Impact of Azathioprine use in chronic hypersensitivity pneumonitis patients

    Article • Pulmonary Pharmacology & Therapeutics, February 2020, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins, Sara Raimundo

  22. Avocado–Soybean Unsaponifiables: A Panoply of Potentialities to Be Exploited

    Article • Biomolecules, January 2020, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  23. Effects of an Educational Intervention on Angolan Adolescents’ Knowledge of Human Reproduction: A Quasi-Experimental Study

    Article • International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, December 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  24. Therapeutic Potential of Allicin-Rich Garlic Preparations: Emphasis on Clinical Evidence toward Upcoming Drugs Formulation

    Article • Applied Sciences, December 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  25. Highlighting medicinal plants toward biomolecules discovery for upcoming drugs formulation

    Article • Phytotherapy Research, December 2019, Wiley

    habilitated doctor, chemist Monica BUTNARIU, Natália Cruz-Martins

  26. Liposomal Cytarabine as Cancer Therapy: From Chemistry to Medicine

    Article • Biomolecules, November 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  27. Current Trends on Seaweeds: Looking at Chemical Composition, Phytopharmacology, and Cosmetic Applications

    Article • Molecules, November 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  28. Therapeutic Potential of α- and β-Pinene: A Miracle Gift of Nature

    Article • Biomolecules, November 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  29. Convolvulus plant—A comprehensive review from phytochemical composition to pharmacy

    Article • Phytotherapy Research, November 2019, Wiley

    Dr NV Anil Kumar, Natália Cruz-Martins, professor Barbara Helena Sawicka

  30. Malva species: Insights on its chemical composition towards pharmacological applications

    Article • Phytotherapy Research, November 2019, Wiley

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  31. Natural Products and Synthetic Analogs as a Source of Antitumor Drugs

    Article • Biomolecules, November 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  32. Anacardium Plants: Chemical,Nutritional Composition and Biotechnological Applications

    Article • Biomolecules, September 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  33. Phenolic Plant Extracts Versus Penicillin G: In Vitro Susceptibility of Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Bovine Mastitis

    Article • Pharmaceuticals, August 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  34. Apium Plants: Beyond Simple Food and Phytopharmacological Applications

    Article • Applied Sciences, August 2019, MDPI AG

    Associate Professor Spyridon Alexandros Petropoulos, habilitated doctor, chemist Monica BUTNARIU, Natália Cruz-Martins

  35. Role of Bronchoscopic Techniques in the Diagnosis of Thoracic Sarcoidosis

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, August 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  36. Targeted Gene Next-Generation Sequencing Panel in Patients with Advanced Lung Adenocarcinoma: Paving the Way for Clinical Implementation

    Article • Cancers, August 2019, MDPI AG

    Dr maria gabriela oliveira fernandes, Natália Cruz-Martins

  37. Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni bioactive effects: From in vivo to clinical trials towards future therapeutic approaches

    Article • Phytotherapy Research, August 2019, Wiley

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  38. Cucurbita Plants: From Farm to Industry

    Article • Applied Sciences, August 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  39. Silymarin antiproliferative and apoptotic effects: Insights into its clinical impact in various types of cancer

    Article • Phytotherapy Research, August 2019, Wiley

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  40. Lavandula Luisieri and Lavandula Viridis Essential Oils as Upcoming Anti-Protozoal Agents: A Key Focus on Leishmaniasis

    Article • Applied Sciences, July 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  41. Melatonin in Medicinal and Food Plants: Occurrence, Bioavailability, and Health Potential for Humans

    Article • Cells, July 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  42. Kaempferol: A Key Emphasis to Its Anticancer Potential

    Article • Molecules, June 2019, MDPI AG

    Susana Gomes Gomes Guerreiro, Natália Cruz-Martins, Professor HAROON N KHAN

  43. Symphytum Species: A Comprehensive Review on Chemical Composition, Food Applications and Phytopharmacology

    Article • Molecules, June 2019, MDPI AG

    Dr Elena Azzini, habilitated doctor, chemist Monica BUTNARIU, Natália Cruz-Martins

  44. Myrica esculenta Buch.-Ham. ex D. Don: A Natural Source for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

    Article • Plants, May 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  45. Cucurbits Plants: A Key Emphasis to Its Pharmacological Potential

    Article • Molecules, May 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  46. Advances in Chemical and Biological Methods to Identify Microorganisms—From Past to Present

    Article • Microorganisms, May 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  47. Anti-biofilm activity of hydromethanolic plant extracts against Staphylococcus aureus isolates from bovine mastitis

    Article • Heliyon, May 2019, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  48. Chyawanprash: A Traditional Indian Bioactive Health Supplement

    Article • Biomolecules, April 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  49. Synergistic Effects of Plant Derivatives and Conventional Chemotherapeutic Agents: An Update on the Cancer Perspective

    Article • Medicina, April 2019, MDPI AG

    Dr Raffaele Pezzani, Natália Cruz-Martins

  50. Allicin and health: A comprehensive review

    Article • Trends in Food Science & Technology, April 2019, Elsevier

    Dr. Paolo Zucca, Dr Elena Azzini, Natália Cruz-Martins

  51. Plant-Derived Bioactives in Oral Mucosal Lesions: A Key Emphasis to Curcumin, Lycopene, Chamomile, Aloe vera, Green Tea and Coffee Properties

    Article • Biomolecules, March 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  52. The Therapeutic Potential of Apigenin

    Article • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, March 2019, MDPI AG

    Dr Elena Azzini, Natália Cruz-Martins

  53. Measurement of Off-Flavoring Volatile Compounds and Microbial Load as a Probable Marker for Keeping Quality of Pasteurized Milk

    Article • Applied Sciences, March 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  54. Chronic Bacterial Infection Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Characteristics: A Bronchiectasis Population-Based Prospective Study

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, March 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  55. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis: Antigen diversity and disease implications

    Article • Pulmonology, March 2019, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  56. The therapeutic potential of curcumin: A review of clinical trials

    Article • European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, February 2019, Elsevier

    Dr NV Anil Kumar, Natália Cruz-Martins

  57. Understanding Camellia sinensis using Omics Technologies along with Endophytic Bacteria and Environmental Roles on Metabolism: A Review

    Article • Applied Sciences, January 2019, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  58. The Therapeutic Potential of Naringenin: A Review of Clinical Trials

    Article • Pharmaceuticals, January 2019, MDPI AG

    Dr. Paolo Zucca, Dr Raffaele Pezzani, Natália Cruz-Martins

  59. Beneficial Effects and Potential Risks Of Tomatoes Consumption For Human Health: An Overview

    Article • Nutrition, January 2019, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  60. Endobronchial Ultrasound under Moderate Sedation versus General Anesthesia

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, November 2018, MDPI AG

    Dr maria gabriela oliveira fernandes, Natália Cruz-Martins

  61. Antioxidants: Positive or Negative Actors?

    Article • Biomolecules, October 2018, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  62. Functional and Endoscopic Indicators for Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Patients

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, October 2018, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  63. Aloe Genus Plants: From Farm to Food Applications and Phytopharmacotherapy

    Article • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, September 2018, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins, Yadav Uprety

  64. Resveratrol: A Double-Edged Sword in Health Benefits

    Article • Biomedicines, September 2018, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  65. Plants of Genus Mentha: From Farm to Food Factory

    Article • Plants, September 2018, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  66. Phytochemicals in Helicobacter pylori Infections: What Are We Doing Now?

    Article • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, August 2018, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  67. Antiulcer Agents: From Plant Extracts to Phytochemicals in Healing Promotion

    Article • Molecules, July 2018, MDPI AG

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  68. Edible halophytes of the Mediterranean basin: Potential candidates for novel food products

    Article • Trends in Food Science & Technology, April 2018, Elsevier

    Associate Professor Spyridon Alexandros Petropoulos, Natália Cruz-Martins

  69. Halophytic herbs of the Mediterranean basin: An alternative approach to health

    Article • Food and Chemical Toxicology, April 2018, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins, Associate Professor Spyridon Alexandros Petropoulos

  70. Brief Challenges on Medicinal Plants: An Eye-Opening Look at Ageing-Related Disorders

    Article • Basic & Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology, March 2018, Wiley

    habilitated doctor, chemist Monica BUTNARIU, Natália Cruz-Martins, Geir Bjorklund

  71. Assessment of the nitrogen fertilization effect on bioactive compounds of frozen fresh and dried samples of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni

    Article • Food Chemistry, March 2018, Elsevier

    Amilcar L. Antonio, Natália Cruz-Martins

  72. Plant phenolic extracts as an effective strategy to control Staphylococcus aureus , the dairy industry pathogen

    Article • Industrial Crops and Products, February 2018, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  73. Susceptibility testing of Candida albicans and Candida glabrata to Glycyrrhiza glabra L.

    Article • Industrial Crops and Products, December 2017, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  74. Mountain food products: A broad spectrum of market potential to be exploited

    Article • Trends in Food Science & Technology, September 2017, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  75. Wastes and by-products: Upcoming sources of carotenoids for biotechnological purposes and health-related applications

    Article • Trends in Food Science & Technology, April 2017, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  76. Coloring attributes of betalains: a key emphasis on stability and future applications

    Article • Food & Function, January 2017, Royal Society of Chemistry

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  77. Contribution of the phenolic composition to the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antitumor potential of Equisetum giganteum L. and Tilia platyphyllos Scop.

    Article • Food & Function, January 2017, Royal Society of Chemistry

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  78. Neurocognitive Improvement Through Plant Food Bioactives: A Particular Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease

    Article • January 2017, Springer Science + Business Media

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  79. Phenolic Compounds and Its Bioavailability

    Article • January 2017, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  80. Phytochemical composition, health effects, and crop management of liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra L.): Α medicinal plant

    Article • Food Reviews International, December 2016, Taylor & Francis

    Associate Professor Spyridon Alexandros Petropoulos, Natália Cruz-Martins

  81. Introduction

    Article • November 2016, Wiley

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  82. Chemical composition and bioactive compounds of garlic (Allium sativum L.) as affected by pre- and post-harvest conditions: A review

    Article • Food Chemistry, November 2016, Elsevier

    Associate Professor Spyridon Alexandros Petropoulos, Natália Cruz-Martins

  83. Bioactive properties and functional constituents of Hypericum androsaemum L.: A focus on the phenolic profile

    Article • Food Research International, November 2016, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  84. Phytochemical composition and bioactive compounds of common purslane ( Portulaca oleracea L.) as affected by crop management practices

    Article • Trends in Food Science & Technology, September 2016, Elsevier

    Associate Professor Spyridon Alexandros Petropoulos, Natália Cruz-Martins

  85. Phytopharmacologic preparations as predictors of plant bioactivity: A particular approach to Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench antioxidant properties

    Article • Nutrition, July 2016, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  86. Food colorants: Challenges, opportunities and current desires of agro-industries to ensure consumer expectations and regulatory practices

    Article • Trends in Food Science & Technology, June 2016, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  87. In vitro anti-Candida activity of Glycyrrhiza glabra L.

    Article • Industrial Crops and Products, May 2016, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  88. In vivo antioxidant activity of phenolic compounds: Facts and gaps

    Article • Trends in Food Science & Technology, February 2016, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  89. Antioxidant potential of two Apiaceae plant extracts: A comparative study focused on the phenolic composition

    Article • Industrial Crops and Products, January 2016, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  90. Activity of phenolic compounds from plant origin against Candida species

    Article • Industrial Crops and Products, November 2015, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  91. Plants used in folk medicine: The potential of their hydromethanolic extracts against Candida species

    Article • Industrial Crops and Products, April 2015, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  92. Evaluation of bioactive properties and phenolic compounds in different extracts prepared from Salvia officinalis L.

    Article • Food Chemistry, March 2015, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  93. Characterization of phenolic compounds and antioxidant properties of Glycyrrhiza glabra L. rhizomes and roots

    Article • RSC Advances, January 2015, Royal Society of Chemistry

    Professor Isabel C.F.R. C.F.R. Ferreira, Natália Cruz-Martins

  94. Decoction, infusion and hydroalcoholic extract of cultivated thyme: Antioxidant and antibacterial activities, and phenolic characterisation

    Article • Food Chemistry, January 2015, Elsevier

    Mr Bruno Miguel Monteiro, Natália Cruz-Martins

  95. In VivoAnti-CandidaActivity of Phenolic Extracts and Compounds: Future Perspectives Focusing on Effective Clinical Interventions

    Article • BioMed Research International, January 2015, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  96. Decoction, infusion and hydroalcoholic extract of Origanum vulgare L.: Different performances regarding bioactivity and phenolic compounds

    Article • Food Chemistry, September 2014, Elsevier

    Natália Cruz-Martins

  97. Candidiasis: Predisposing Factors, Prevention, Diagnosis and Alternative Treatment

    Article • Mycopathologia, May 2014, Springer Science + Business Media

    Natália Cruz-Martins