Abstract: This invention discloses a process for the propagation and survival of Deschampsia antarctica suitable for industrial scale production. In particular, the process defines selected bioreactor conditions whereby morphologically high quality plants are obtained at high rates. This invention further discloses a bioreactor design which includes a design for automated temporary immersion of explants in a culture medium.

Abstract: The present invention relates to natural extracts as a source of therapeutic compounds for human use, specifically for curing and preventing cancerous and tumorous conditions. More specifically, the present invention relates to extracts, compositions or the extracts and methods to produce the extracts from Deschampsia antarctica for prevention of cancer.

Abstract: Strains of psychrophilic bacteria isolated from the rizosphere of Deschampsia antarctica are characterized and biofertilizer compositions comprising one or more of these psychrophilic bacteria strains are disclosed.

Abstract: This invention describes antineoplastic compound derived from Deschampsia antarctica plants. The biologically active compounds are further characterized. The described compounds are demonstrated to have a capacity to inhibit cancer cell proliferation.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a novel antineoplastic extract obtained from Deschampsia antarctica plant. Active components of the antineoplastic extract are also disclosed and a method to prevent proliferation of cancerous or tumorous cells with the extract or with components thereof is disclosed. Furthermore, a method to induce production of active ingredients in in vitro grown plants by submitting the plants to physical or chemical treatements before preparing the antineoplastic extract is disclosed. This disclosure provides compostions of tablets and pellets for treating patients with cancer or for prevention of occurence of cancerous diseases.

Abstract: Strains of psychrophilic bacteria isolated from the rizosphere of Deschampsia antarctica are characterized and biofertilizer compositions comprising one or more of these psychrophilic bacteria strains are disclosed.