: Diabetes, a metabolic disorder characterized by elevated plasma glucose levels, currently affects 589 million people worldwide, with projections rising to 853 million by 2050. Diabetes significantly increases the risk of chronic wounds, particularly diabetic foot ulcers, which affect 15–20% of patients annually.

The treatment of diabetes and its complications, including diabetic foot ulcers, accounts for nearly 15% of the global health budget. Synthetic drugs for wound management often carry adverse effects, underscoring the need for safer and more

effective alternatives.

Nagaland University researchers have identified a naturally-occurring plant compound called ‘Sinapic acid’ as a powerful therapeutic agent capable of significantly accelerating wound healing in diabetic conditions. T

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