Antimicrobial Studies

Antifungal action and targeted mechanism of Bio fabricated zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles against Ascochytafabae.

This study examined the structure and properties of ZnO nanoparticles, synthesized using the sol gel method. The nanoparticles showed strong anti-fungal efficacy against Ascochytafabae, a fungus causing blight disease in beans. Important findings include a median diameter in the nanometer range and a band gap energy of 3.22eV.

Sharma I et al (2023).
Heliyon.
PubMed:
37662815

Antiviral potentials of garlic (Allium sativum) in poultry production: A mini review.

Garlic and its bioactive compounds have been shown to have antiviral and immunomodulatory properties in poultry, decreasing viral loads, increasing antibody titres, and regulating gene expression. However, further research is needed to determine the optimal dose and administration of garlic for optimal effects.

Adjei-Mensah B et al (2023).
Vet Med Sci.
PubMed:
37647249

Antifungal potentiality of mycogenic silver nanoparticles capped with chitosan produced by endophytic Amesia atrobrunnea.

This research developed silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) from an endophytic fungus and encapsulated them with chitosan. Optimal conditions for synthesis were determined and the nanoparticles were characterized. Chitosan-coated AgNPs showed antifungal activity against various pathogens.

Saeed Al-Zahrani S and Mohammed Al-Garni S (2023).
Saudi J Biol Sci.
PubMed:
37645687

Green synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles and its efficiency in degradation of rifampicin antibiotic.

The study used Parthenium hysterophorus plant extract to create copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO NPs). The NPs were characterized using various techniques and found to have potential in remediation of environmental pollution caused by antibiotics.

Nzilu DM et al (2023).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
37640783

Antioxidant and antimicrobial effects of essential oils from two salvia species with in vitro and in silico analysis targeting 1AJ6 and 1R4U proteins.

This study characterizes and explores the antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of essential oils from two plants in the Middle Atlas region of Morocco. The oils showed high antioxidant activity, and exhibited bactericidal effects against certain microorganisms. The findings offer insights for potential therapeutic development.

Maache S et al (2023).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
37640782

Bioinspired palladium-doped manganese oxide nanocorns: a remarkable antimicrobial agent targeting phyto/animal pathogens.

Palladium-doped manganese oxide nanoparticles synthesized using a natural extract show strong antimicrobial activity, offering a potential eco-friendly solution to combat microbial pathogens.

Vikal S et al (2023).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
37640751

Attempt to identify antimicrobial Tridax procumbens (TP) mechanical properties using experimental work coupled with FEM model for biomedical applications.

Tridax procumbens (TP) mixed with carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) was tested for tensile strength. Results show TP/CMC biofilm could be used as wound dressing in medical applications.

Balaji Ayyanar C et al (2023).
J Mech Behav Biomed Mater.
PubMed:
37639932

Analysis of the main bioactive compounds from Ocimum basilicum for their antimicrobial and antioxidant activity.

Scientists found that basil leaf extract prepared using ethanol and methanol showed strong antimicrobial activity against VRE infections, along with antioxidant properties. Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis identified 19 compounds with therapeutic and food applications.

Backiam ADS et al (2023).
Biotechnol Appl Biochem.
PubMed:
37635658