Antimicrobial Studies

Antimicrobial activity of essential oils against biofilms formed in dental acrylic resin: a systematic review of in vitro studies.

Study evaluated essential oils for antimicrobial activity against biofilms on dental acrylic resin. EOs of and showed higher action than standard treatments. EOs could be effective in reducing biofilm on dental acrylic resin.

Antimicrobial Cinnamomum zeylanicumCymbopogon citratusCymbopogon nardusEucalyptus globulusSalvia officinalis
Carvalho-Silva JM et al (2024).
Biofouling.
DOI:
10.1080/08927014.2024.2332709
PubMed:
38538551

Investigating the Potential of Acacia nilotica-Enriched Glass Ionomer Cement: An Analysis of Antimicrobial Activity and Compressive Strength.

Study examined antibacterial and compressive strength of glass ionomer cement with plant extract. Modified specimens showed increased effectiveness against bacteria and improved strength, particularly in group III. Potential for plant extract to enhance GIC as a restorative material in dental applications.

Antimicrobial Acacia nilotica
Paulraj J et al (2024).
Cureus.
DOI:
10.7759/cureus.54821
PubMed:
38529417

Molecular Identification and Phytochemical Analysis and Bioactivity Assessment of Catharanthus roseus Leaf Extract: Exploring Antioxidant Potential and Antimicrobial Activities.

Catharanthus roseus, a plant used in Indian medicine, contains bioactive compounds like vinblastine. Its DNA shows genetic diversity. Extracts show strong antioxidant and antibacterial properties. It has potential as a medicinal plant.

AntimicrobialImmunologyPhytochemistry Catharanthus roseus
Arulvendhan V, Saravana Bhavan P and Rajaganesh R (2024).
Appl Biochem Biotechnol.
DOI:
10.1007/s12010-024-04902-w
PubMed:
38526661

Antimicrobial Activities of Pistacia lentiscus Essential Oils Nanoencapsulated into Hydroxypropyl-beta-cyclodextrins.

Essential oils from were encapsulated in HPβCD to improve solubility and stability. The resulting inclusion complexes showed enhanced antibacterial activity against various pathogens. This encapsulation method could lead to more effective natural antimicrobials for food safety.

Antimicrobial Pistacia lentiscus
Alabrahim OAA and Azzazy HME (2024).
ACS Omega.
DOI:
10.1021/acsomega.3c07413
PubMed:
38524461

Potential Antiviral Effect of Korean Forest Wild Mushrooms against Feline Coronavirus (FCoV).

Wild forest mushrooms such as Pleurotus ostreatus and Phallus luteus show promise as antiviral agents against coronaviruses, including SARS-CoV-2. Controlling CoV infections in animals is crucial for preventing human outbreaks. This research suggests a potential new avenue for coronavirus treatment using natural resources.

AntimicrobialCOVID-19 Grifola frondosa
Ryoo R, Lee H and Park Y (2024).
Int J Med Mushrooms.
DOI:
10.1615/IntJMedMushrooms.2024052483
PubMed:
38523445

Antimicrobial phytoconstituents from Azadirachta indica (neem) with potential inhibitor against FtsZ protein of Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Researchers identified potential anti-FtsZ compound Nimbiol from against drug-resistant pathogen . Nimbiol shows promise for developing novel therapeutics to combat antibiotic resistance.

Antimicrobial Azadirachta indica
Orozco-Ugarriza ME, Arrieta Caldera NP and Olivo-Martínez Y (2024).
Nat Prod Res.
DOI:
10.1080/14786419.2024.2332946
PubMed:
38516734

Phytochemical analysis, toxicity and evaluation of antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of leaves of Dipteryx alata Vogel.

Researchers analyzed extracts from Dipteryx alata leaves for phytochemicals, toxicity, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. Extracts showed flavonoids, tannins, phytosterols, saponins, and alkaloids, with potential antioxidant and antibacterial effects. Useful for dental applications.

AntimicrobialImmunologyPhytochemistry Allium cepa
Scapin E et al (2024).
Braz J Biol.
DOI:
10.1590/1519-6984.278004
PubMed:
38511776

Phytochemical analysis and evaluation of its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and cytotoxic activities for different extracts of Casuarina equisetifolia.

Study investigated the potential health benefits of Casuarina equisetifolia extracts. Findings may lead to new pharmaceutical or nutraceutical applications.

AntimicrobialImmunologyPhytochemistry Casuarina equisetifolia
Abdallah WE, Shams KA and El-Shamy AM (2024).
BMC Complement Med Ther.
DOI:
10.1186/s12906-024-04422-4
PubMed:
38509538
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