João Paulo Viana Leite

Phytochemistry, Chemotypic Diversity and Antimicrobial Potential of Essential Oils From Native Aromatic Plants of the Americas: A Systematic Review

ABSTRACT Essential oils (EOs) derived from native aromatic plants represent a critical frontier for sustainable development, biodiversity conservation and innovative pharmacological applications in the Americas. This review synthesizes current scientific knowledge on the chemical...

Valorization of Ficus carica Pruning Residues as Selective Botanical Insecticides: Optimized Furanocoumarin Extraction, Efficacy Against Neotropical Stink Bugs, and Mechanistic Insights via Molecular Docking

ABSTRACT The Neotropical stink bugs Euschistus heros and Diceraeus melacanthus are major pests of soybean and maize in South America, yet current chemical control strategies face widespread resistance, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable alternatives. This study investig...