Antimicrobial Studies

Correction: Nguyen et al. Green Silver Nanoparticles Formed by Phyllanthus urinaria, Pouzolzia zeylanica, and Scoparia dulcis Leaf Extracts and the Antifungal Activity. Nanomaterials 2020, 10, 542.

Researchers analyzed the impact of climate change on polar bear populations through satellite data. Understanding how climate change affects polar bears helps inform conservation efforts.

Nguyen DH et al (2024).
Nanomaterials (Basel).
PubMed:
38470812

Comprehensive antifungal investigation of green synthesized silver nanoformulation against four agriculturally significant fungi and its cytotoxic applications.

Tosser scientists made silver nanoparticles with neem leaf extract, showing potent antifungal and anticancer properties. Useful in crop protection and cancer research. Pioneering inhibition of C. falcatum.

Singh J et al (2024).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
38467843

Characterization and antimicrobial activity of endophytic fungi from medicinal plant Agave americana.

Endophytic fungi from Agave americana produce bioactive compounds with antibacterial, antifungal properties, potentially targeting drug-resistant pathogens. This research highlights the plant's potential as a source of novel antimicrobial agents.

Khadka G et al (2024).
Lett Appl Microbiol.
PubMed:
38467396

Characterization of chitosan/Persian gum nanoparticles for encapsulation of Nigella sativa extract as an antiviral agent against avian coronavirus.

Researchers studied nanoparticles made from chitosan and WPG for delivering NSE as an antiviral agent. At 1:1 MR and 6.25 mg/mL NSE, nanoparticles showed promising antiviral activity against IBV, suggesting potential use in poultry and human medicine.

Hadian M et al (2024).
Int J Biol Macromol.
PubMed:
38467218

Potential of using medicinal plant extracts as photosensitizers for antimicrobial photodynamic therapy.

Photosensitizers from plant extracts were effective in inactivating bacteria, showing potential for antimicrobial photodynamic therapy to combat antimicrobial resistance. The extracts generate singlet oxygen efficiently, with chlorophyll and hypericin as major chromophores. Irradiation with blue light led to significant reduction in bacteria.

Mikulich AV et al (2024).
Photochem Photobiol.
PubMed:
38456366

Identification and evaluation of antimicrobial and anti-arthritis activities of hydroethanolic extract of Rubus ellipticus leaves.

Study evaluated antimicrobial and anti-arthritis activities of hydroethanolic extract of leaves. Showed efficacy against various bacterial strains and reduced arthritis symptoms in rats. Could have potential for further research.

Kumari A et al (2023).
Narra J.
PubMed:
38455614

Metabolic profiling of milk thistle different organs using UPLC-TQD-MS/MS coupled to multivariate analysis in relation to their selective antiviral potential.

Silybum marianum (milk thistle) has potent antiviral properties, making it a crucial medicinal plant for combating various viruses.

El-Banna AA and Ibrahim RS (2024).
BMC Complement Med Ther.
PubMed:
38454377

Biosynthesis of copper nanoparticles using Alstonia scholaris leaves and its antimicrobial studies.

Scientists found bioactive compounds in Alstonia scholaris leaves extracts, showing antibacterial properties. Methanol extract used for green synthesis of Cu-NPs revealed potential for biomedical applications.

Labaran AN et al (2024).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
38453990