Antimicrobial Studies

Vitex Genus as a Source of Antimicrobial Agents.

L. species are used in traditional medicine for infectious diseases. They exhibit antimicrobial activity against various pathogens, containing potential antimicrobial compounds. Further research is required.

Islam Z et al (2024).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
38337934

Topical antifungal keratitis therapeutic potential of Clitoria ternatea Linn. flower extract: phytochemical profiling, in silico modelling, and in vitro biological activity assessment.

This study explores the antifungal and antibiofilm effects of flower extracts on a severe eye infection. It analyzes the structural details and identifies key compounds. This research could be important for developing new treatments for fungal keratitis.

Yolin Angel PASR et al (2024).
Front Microbiol.
PubMed:
38328419

Phytochemical and antimicrobial properties of different plants and in silico investigation of their bioactive compounds in wound healing and rheumatism.

The study assessed antimicrobial and phytochemical properties of plant extracts. The extracts showed antibacterial potential and contained various phytochemicals. The extracts also had antioxidant potential and bioactive compounds that could be used to treat rheumatism and wounds.

Abdullah R et al (2024).
Saudi J Biol Sci.
PubMed:
38327660

In-vitro antimicrobial activity of AF-DP protein and in-silico approach of cell membrane disruption.

Researchers identified and characterized a chitin-binding protein, AF-DP, with antimicrobial and anticancer activities. AF-DP showed potential as a candidate for the development of new drugs to combat microbial resistance.

Velayatipour F et al (2024).
J Biomol Struct Dyn.
PubMed:
38319027

Antiviral Activity of Some Compounds of Gasteroid Mushrooms from Western Siberia.

A study found that extracts from three gasteroid fungi and cultivated mycelium showed strong antiviral activity against human and bird influenza. Extracts from two fungi were even more effective than the reference drug Tamiflu against bird influenza.

Makarevich EV et al (2024).
Int J Med Mushrooms.
PubMed:
38305261

Cytotoxicity, Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory and Antioxidant Activity of Camellia Sinensis and Citrus Mediated Copper Oxide Nanoparticle-An In vitro Study.

Researchers synthesized copper oxide nanoparticles using plant extracts from Camellia Sinesis and citrus limon. The nanoparticles showed potential in various applications, including healthcare and dentistry. They were tested for cytotoxicity, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.

Singh S, Prasad AS and Rajeshkumar S (2023).
J Int Soc Prev Community Dent.
PubMed:
38304539

Assessment of antimicrobial, antidiabetic, and anti-inflammatory properties of acetone extract of Aerva lanata (L.) by in-vitro approach and bioactive compounds characterization.

Acetone extract of Aerva lanata plant showed strong antimicrobial activity, significant antidiabetic effect, and moderate anti-inflammatory action. It contains bioactive molecules with potential pharmaceutical value for biomedical applications.

Shanmuganathan R et al (2024).
Environ Res.
PubMed:
38295976