This cluster of papers explores the use of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in modern science, focusing on herbal medicine, phytochemistry, quality control, and the pharmacological effects of specific TCM components. It also delves into the application of TCM in treating cardiovascular diseases, with a particular emphasis on Astragalus membranaceus and Salvia miltiorrhiza. The research covers the chemical analysis of TCM components such as tanshinones and their potential therapeutic benefits.