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Curcumin inhibits growth of Saccharomyces cerevisiae through iron chelation.
Eukaryotic cell - 1 Nov 2011
Minear Steven, O'Donnell Allyson F, Ballew Anna, Giaever Guri, Nislow Corey, Stearns Tim, Cyert Martha S
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Curcumin, a polyphenol derived from turmeric, is an ancient therapeutic used in India for centuries to treat a wide array of ailments. Interest in curcumin has increased recently, with ongoing clinical trials exploring curcumin as an anticancer therapy and as a protectant against neurodegenerative diseases. In vitro, curcumin chelates metal ions. However, although diverse physiological effects have been...
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