Antimicrobial Studies

Antimicrobial Efficacy of Allium cepa and Zingiber officinale Against the Milk-Borne Pathogen Listeria monocytogenes.

Researchers investigated the antibacterial effects of Allium cepa (onion) and Zingiber officinale (ginger) extracts against Listeria monocytogenes. A. cepa showed significant inhibitory activity, potentially targeting the virulence factor of the bacteria. Medicinal plants may serve as natural alternatives for treating listeriosis.

Antimicrobial Allium cepaZingiber officinale
Arasu A et al (2023).
J Microbiol.
DOI:
10.1007/s12275-023-00086-w
PubMed:
38048022

Antifungal activity and mechanism of Litsea cubeba (Lour.) Persoon essential oil against the waxberry spoilage fungi Penicillium oxalicum and its potential application.

Litsea cubeba essential oil (LCEO) from the Litsea tree is an effective antifungal against 10 fungi that cause rot in waxberries. LCEO damages fungal cells and increases shelf life of waxberries, offering an eco-friendly alternative to commercial fungicides for storage and shipment.

AntimicrobialPhytochemistry Litsea cubeba
Yu L et al (2023).
Int J Food Microbiol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2023.110512
PubMed:
38043475

Phytochemical analysis, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities of Jordanian Pomegranate peels.

Pomegranate peels from Jordan contain high levels of phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and tannins. The ethanol extract shows strong antimicrobial activity and the water extract has high antioxidant activity. Pomegranate peels could be utilized for medical purposes and as a source of bioactive ingredients.

AntimicrobialImmunologyPhytochemistry Punica granatum
Sweidan N et al (2023).
PLoS One.
DOI:
10.1371/journal.pone.0295129
PubMed:
38032959

Molecular Docking of Nimbolide Extracted from Leaves of Azadirachta indica with Protein Targets to Confirm the Antifungal, Antibacterial and Insecticidal Activity.

Nimbolide, a compound from , kills harmful bacteria, fungi, and insects. It works by binding to specific proteins, making it a potential ingredient for biological pesticides.

Antimicrobial Azadirachta indica
Navinraj S et al (2023).
Indian J Microbiol.
DOI:
10.1007/s12088-023-01104-6
PubMed:
38031617

Green biosynthesis of silver and gold nanoparticles using Teak (Tectona grandis) leaf extract and its anticancer and antimicrobial activity.

The researchers used a green method to synthesize gold and silver nanoparticles using Teak extract. The silver nanoparticles showed significant anticancer activity, while the gold nanoparticles exhibited antibacterial and antifungal activity. These findings have potential medical applications.

AntimicrobialCancer Tectona grandis
Younis HM et al (2023).
Heliyon.
DOI:
10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e21698
PubMed:
38027825

Green Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Ananas comosus Extract: Preparation, Characterization, and Antimicrobial Efficacy.

Scientists used AC extract to synthesize zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs). The NPs showed strong antimicrobial activity against , suggesting a potential solution for addressing associated infections.

Antimicrobial Ananas comosus
Shah T, Surendar S and Singh S (2023).
Cureus.
DOI:
10.7759/cureus.47535
PubMed:
38021724

Molecular identification of keratinophilic fungi associated with hair scalp and antifungal activity of green-synthesis zinc oxide nanoparticles.

Fungal imbalances in human hair and skin can lead to diseases. Scalp samples identified common yeast-like species, and ginger-derived zinc oxide nanoparticles have potential in controlling them. Proper care is crucial, and zinc oxide nanoparticles show promise in addressing the issue.

Antimicrobial Zingiber officinale
El-Dawy EGAEM et al (2023).
J Basic Microbiol.
DOI:
10.1002/jobm.202300447
PubMed:
38013254

Antifungal edible coatings for fruits based on zein and chitosan nanowhiskers.

The study investigated the use of a zein coating containing chitosan nanowhiskers (CSW) to protect guava fruits from spoilage and extend their shelf life. The CSW coating was found to prevent microbial growth and maintain fruit quality during storage. This finding is important for preserving the quality of fresh produce and extending its shelf life.

Antimicrobial Psidium guajava
Almeida CL et al (2023).
J Food Sci.
DOI:
10.1111/1750-3841.16831
PubMed:
38010738
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