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July 2019 in “Pure and Applied Chemistry” Some natural compounds from Iris plants can block enzymes related to certain disorders, with a few affecting both targeted enzymes.
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September 2013 November 2025 in “Applied Research” Synthetic curcumin derivatives improve treatment for diabetes and cancer.
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