Green synthesis, antibacterial and antifungal evaluation of new thiazolidine-2,4-dione derivatives: molecular dynamic simulation, POM study and identification of antitumor pharmacophore sites.

Thiazolidine-2,4-dione derivatives with certain substituents showed strong antibacterial and antifungal activity, as well as potential as a targeted drug against multiple pathogens. Pharmacokinetics studies indicated drug-likeness and non-toxicity, contributing to the development of new drug candidates.

Ahmed S et al (2023).

J Biomol Struct Dyn.

DOI:

10.1080/07391102.2023.2258404

PubMed:

37768136

The Antibacterial Effect of Tinospora Cordifolia (Guduchi) and Its Role in Combating Antimicrobial Resistance.

Study evaluated antibacterial capabilities of Tinospora cordifolia, a medicinal plant with anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, and other properties. Relevant for drug development due to rise in antimicrobial resistance.

Ezhilarasu K et al (2023).

Medeni Med J.

DOI:

10.4274/MMJ.galenos.2023.84579

PubMed:

37766582

Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Jasminum nudiflorum Flower Extract and Their Antifungal and Antioxidant Activity.

Yang Q et al (2023).

Nanomaterials (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/nano13182558

PubMed:

37764587

Five Different Artemisia L. Species Ethanol Extracts' Phytochemical Composition and Their Antimicrobial and Nematocide Activity.

A study found that ethanol extracts from different species of L. contained monoterpenes and flavonoids. Cv. Smaragd killed Gram-positive bacteria, Cv. Tavrida targeted Gram-negative bacteria and fungi, and Cv. Novichok affected nicotine receptors.

Nikitin E et al (2023).

Int J Mol Sci.

DOI:

10.3390/ijms241814372

PubMed:

37762675

Antimicrobial Effects and Antioxidant Activity of Myrtus communis L. Essential Oil in Beef Stored under Different Packaging Conditions.

This study found that myrtle essential oil has antimicrobial effects on pathogenic and spoilage microorganisms in beef. It has potential as a natural alternative for enhancing meat safety and preventing microbial growth.

Moura D et al (2023).

Foods.

DOI:

10.3390/foods12183390

PubMed:

37761099

Analysis of the Chemical Composition and Evaluation of the Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, Anticoagulant, and Antidiabetic Properties of Pistacia lentiscus from Boulemane as a Natural Nutraceutical Preservative.

The study analyzed the chemical profile of L. leaves and its effects. The leaves contain germacrene D, spathulenol, bicyclogermacrene, and terpinen-4-ol. L. is rich in phenolic compounds, has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, and has potential as an anticoagulant and antidiabetic agent.

Drioiche A et al (2023).

Biomedicines.

DOI:

10.3390/biomedicines11092372

PubMed:

37760813

Antimicrobial and antioxidant potential of the silver nanoparticles synthesized using aqueous extracts of coconut meat (Cocos nucifera L).

Researchers successfully synthesized silver nanoparticles using coconut meat extract. These nanoparticles exhibited significant antimicrobial properties against drug-resistant Candida and bacteria strains, making them potential candidates for therapeutic applications. Further investigation is required to determine their mode of action and biosafety.

Rizwana H et al (2023).

Sci Rep.

DOI:

10.1038/s41598-023-43384-4

PubMed:

37758773

Study of chemical constituents, antioxidants and antimicrobial activities of Tamarindus indica L. seed.

This study investigated the chemical constituents of Tamarindus indica L. and their potential as food preservatives. The extract exhibited strong antioxidant and antibacterial activity against several strains of bacteria and yeasts. These findings suggest that tamarind seeds could be used as natural alternatives to synthetic additives in food preservation.

Bonin E et al (2023).

J Food Sci.

DOI:

10.1111/1750-3841.16739

PubMed:

37755709