Research Articles
The Mahogany Cure: A Tale of Empire, Fever, and a Forgotten Rival to Quinine
Explore the fascinating history of Swietenia febrifuga, the forgotten mahogany tree that challenged cinchona's monopoly as a malaria treatment during the colonial era.
The Desert's Secret: A Plant's Latex Takes on Malaria
Could a common garden plant hold the key to a new malaria treatment? Explore the scientific investigation into Pedilanthus tithymaloides latex.
Nature's Malaria Fighter: The Promise of the Sweet Wormwood Plant
Explore how Artemisia annua L., or sweet wormwood, offers a locally-produced botanical solution to fight malaria in tropical regions through its active compound artemisinin.