Pinus sp. leaf extracts exert antileishmanial effects against Leishmania donovani by targeting trypanothione reductase
Raoul Kemzeu, Lauve Rachel Tchokouaha Yamthé, Cyrille Armel Njanpa Ngansop, Eugenie Aimée Madiesse Kemgne, Boniface Pone Kamdem, Vincent Ngouana, Alvine Ngoutane Mfopa, Canis Parfait Donbou Djiotie, Patrick Valère Tsouh Fokou, Jaurès Marius Tsakem Nangap, Paul Keilah Lunga, Lenta Ndjakou Bruno, Fabrice Fekam Boyom
This study evaluates the antileishmanial activity of Pinus sp. leaf extracts against Leishmania donovani and identifies compounds that inhibit trypanothione reductase with low cytotoxicity.
bioRxiv · Apr 12, 2026 · PreprintPharmacology & Toxicology