For centuries, propolis has been one of the most important and popular antimicrobial (antibacterial and antifungal) agents used in traditional medicine worldwide. Despite centuries of use of this product, the molecular mechanisms of its activity remain not fully recognized, and the components that determine its biological activity have not been identified. Hence, the main goal of the present study was to identify propolis ingredients...

The prevalence of bone disorders and deformities is increasing due to trauma, malignant neoplasms, infections, and degenerativeand inflammatory diseases. Bone repair and replacement have evolved as a consequence of advancements in orthopedic technologyand biomaterials with enhanced properties. New additives are constantly being developed in re-sponse to the increasing demand for enhancing the bioactivity of biocomposites used for...