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113 articles for “Bacterial Species”
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Inhibition of Growth of Selected Bacterial Species Through the Use of Methanolic Maceratives of Black Soldier Fly Pre-Pupae
Abstract: The attempt is dealing with of analysis of effect of maceratives of prepupal stages of black soldier fly (BSF) (Hermetia illuncens L.) in methanol on the inhibition of the growth of selected bacterial species. The bacterial species used for the study include: Salmonella typhimurium (L.); Escherichia coli (L.); Pseudomonas aeruginosa (L.); Bacillus cereus (L); Bacillus subtilis (L); Streptococcus cremoris (L); Streptococcus faecalis (L); Staphylococcus aureus (L); Klebsiella pneumoniae (L); Salmonella …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 30–44 Read article
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Study The Effect of The Alcoholic and Hot Aqueous Extract of Costus specious on Some Bacterial Species
Abstract: Plant extracts are among the methods that have been used since ancient times in alternative medicine and are still developing until recently with the progress of science and modern technologies. These materials can be used in the composition of many pharmaceutical drugs. The current research aimed to evaluate the inhibitory effect of alcoholic and hot aqueous extract of the roots of Costus specious on some gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria (Enterococcus …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Antibiotic Resistance in the Bacterial Isolates of Bengaluru Lakes
Abstract: Increased urbanization in Bengaluru has resulted in excessive drainage of antibiotic-resistant bacteria into its pristine lakes via sewage and seepage. This pollution of the resistant bacteria is a direct result of the unregulated use and abuse of antibiotics which has only increased over the years and become a global health threat. Regarding this issue, we conducted a study to confirm the presence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in Bengaluru lakes. For this, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Bacteriophages- A New Frontier in Medicine
Abstract: Bacteriophages, or phages, are viruses that specifically target and infect bacteria, offering an innovative alternative to traditional antibiotic treatments, especially in the face of rising antibiotic resistance. The resurgence of phage therapy has been driven by the increasing prevalence of multidrug-resistant bacterial strains and the slowdown in the development of new antibiotics. Phages, unlike antibiotics, target specific bacterial strains, reducing the impact on the natural microbiota and potentially offering a …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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Antimicrobial Peptides and Bacteriophages as Next-Generation Alternatives to Conventional Antibiotics
Abstract: The growing threat of antibiotic-resistant bacteria has underscored the urgent need for innovative alternatives to conventional antibiotics. Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) and bacteriophages are gaining recognition as next-generation therapeutics due to their distinct mechanisms of action and ability to target resistant pathogens effectively. AMPs, which can be natural or synthetic, disrupt microbial membranes and offer broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity with a reduced likelihood of resistance development. Bacteriophages, as bacteria-specific viruses, provide precise …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 9–27 Read article
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Preparation of Vitamin B12-Enriched Curds: A Novel Approach to Address Nutritional Deficiency in Vegetarian Populations
Abstract: Addressing the significant public health challenge of Vitamin B12 deficiency, particularly within India’s substantial vegetarian population (estimated at 35%), this study explored biofortification of the widely consumed dairy product curd (dahi) as a culturally acceptable solution, overcoming barriers of cost, access, and compliance associated with traditional supplements. Researchers isolated bacterial strains from Swiss cheese, presumptively identified as Propionibacterium shermanii based on phenotypic characteristics, and used them to ferment curd under …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Characterization of Laccase Enzyme from Dye Degrading Bacterial Strains Isolated from Natural Sources
Abstract: The continuous growth in globalization and industrialization has increased the environmental pollution and one such major contaminant is various types of synthetic dyes. Microbial decolorization and degradation of these dyes through secretion of various extracellular enzymes is gaining importance owing to their eco-friendly nature. One such enzyme is laccase, a multicopper oxidase enzyme which has the ability to oxidize both phenolic and non-phenolic compounds through reduction of molecular oxygen to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 65–76 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of Topical Antiacne Gel from Coriander and Garlic Extract
Abstract: Objective: To develop and evaluate a topical anti-acne gel formulated using aqueous extracts of coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and garlic (Allium sativum). The study aims to assess the antibacterial efficacy of the gel against acne-causing bacteria, specifically Propionibacterium acnes. Methods: 1.Extraction: Coriander Extract: Aqueous extraction was performed by soaking coriander seeds in distilled water, followed by filtration. Garlic Extract: Non-chemical extraction involved mixing crushed garlic with honey in a 1:1 ratio …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Evaluation of Inhibition Effect of Nanohybrid Curcumin (Cur-ZnO) and Cur-free Against Some Types of Bacteria
Abstract: This study aimed to prepare an efficient nanohybrid food preservative by loading curcumin on zinc oxide. The prepared compound was characterized using microscopy and spectral methods. Fourier transform infrared spectrum of the nanohybrid curcumin showed a shift in the frequencies of some chemical groups towards high and low frequencies. X-ray diffraction (XRS) spectrum also revealed the emergence of new diffraction planes in the nanohybrid compound, Compared with the carrier spectrum …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 68–79 Read article
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Bacteria on Salt Water Medium Evaluation: The Conceptual Impacts of Temperature
Abstract: The potential impact of temperature on bacteria on salt water medium for crude oil degradation in an aerated lagoon system was simulated using MATLAB Simulation software. The specific rate of bacteria obtained revealed maximum at temperature of less than 35oC with the order of 90 o C (11 cfu/ml) > 60 o C (40 cfu/ml) > 45 o C (35 cfu/ml) > 30 o C (28 cfu/ml). Most of the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 50–56 Read article
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Bacteriophage Therapy in Dairy Farming: A Potential Alternative to Antibiotics
Abstract: The widespread use of antibiotics in dairy farming to control bacterial infections has led to significant challenges, including the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and concerns over antibiotic residues in milk. Consequently, there is an increasing demand for alternative approaches to control bacterial infections in dairy cattle. One promising solution is bacteriophage therapy, which uses viruses that selectively infect and destroy bacteria. As a result, the need for new strategies to …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Lysogenic Phage Cocktails with Embedded Fluorophores for Field Wound Diagnostics.
Abstract: Rapid and accurate detection of wound infections in field settings remains a critical challenge in emergency and military medicine. Conventional microbiological diagnostics are time- consuming and laboratory-dependent. Bacteriophages, particularly lysogenic phages, offer high specificity toward bacterial hosts and can be engineered as diagnostic tools. A translational framework was developed for lysogenic bacteriophage cocktails embedded with fluorophore reporters for rapid, point-of-care wound diagnostics. Mechanisms of phage infection, lysogenic integration, and fluorophore …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Experimental Evaluation of Strength in Bacterial Concrete Mixtures
Abstract: The incorporation of bacteria into concrete, through the process of Microbiologically Induced Calcite Precipitation (MICP), offers a promising approach to enhancing the mechanical properties and durability of concrete. This research explores the effect of bacterial addition on the compressive strength, split tensile strength, flexural strength, and workability of concrete. Specifically, three bacterial strains—Bacillus megaterium, Bacillus subtilis, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa—were used in varying concentrations (10⁴, 10⁵, and 10⁶ cells/ml) and incorporated …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 61–69 Read article
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Whispers of the Microbial World: Unveiling Bacterial Dialogues through Quorum Sensing
Abstract: Quorum sensing is a special way of bacteria by which they can regulate their own gene expression as per the population density of the bacteria. It is basically a type of cell-to-cell communication pathway used by the microbes. The signal molecule which helps in this mechanism are called auto inducer(AI). As the mechanism depends by changes in the cell density, so when the cell density reaches to the threshold cell …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Antibacterial Activities of Medicinal Plant Leaves Extract Against Isolated Escherichia coli Bacteria from Different Water Sources
Abstract: Objective: Escherichia coli are the most common pathogenic bacteria to accountable for food and waterborne illness. Therefore, in this way the study was conducted to resolve the occurrence of E. coli bacteria from different water sources in around Tamil Nadu along with to determine their antibiotic resistance profiles. Methods: Water samples were analysed for the presence of E. coli bacteria using specific agar media Eosin Methylene Blue and McConkeys. Colony …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology Read article
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Copper Sulfide Semiconducting Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Applications: Synthesis Strategies, Mechanisms and Performance – A Review
Abstract: Copper sulfide nanoparticles (CuS NPs) have drawn growing attention as a next-generation antibacterial platform, owing to their tunable structural, optical, and catalytic properties. This review consolidates current evidence on CuS NP synthesis, mechanisms, and antibacterial performance, comparing chemical and green synthesis routes alongside the effects of morphology, doping, and surface modification. Mechanistically, CuS NPs act through several overlapping pathways, including reactive oxygen species generation, bacterial membrane disruption, ion release, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 236–253 Read article
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Proper Case Selection to Ensure Judicious Use of Antimicrobial Agents in the Treatment of Periodontal Disease
Abstract: It is now well-known that dental plaque exists as a biofilm, and specific plaque bacteria such as A. actinomycetemcomitans and P. gingivalis are responsible for the initiation and progression of periodontitis. Plaque bacteria within the biofilm are partially protected from antibiotics and host immune reactions. The strategy of periodontal treatment should include a break-up of the biofilm and subsequent elimination of periodontal pathogens. Plaque biofilms cannot be eliminated by daily …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 41–53 Read article
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Isolation of Lactobacillus Acidophilus with A High Acid-Producing Capacity and Its Common Characteristics
Abstract: Some strains of lactobacilli like spore Lactobacillus offer good merits in normalizing intestinal micro biota, resisting selectively to intestinal pathogens, exerting resistance to heat, acid and antibiotics, and are of good storage stability. This research work has been conducted in order to isolate a certain strain of Lactobacillus that offers high resistance to the gastric acid, bile and pathogens, and mutualistic symbiosis with useful intestinal microbes, and identifying its characteristics …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Inhibition of Bacterial Communication, Relevance to Periodontics: A Review
Abstract: To survive in hostile environment, bacteria communicate and coordinate their behavior. This cell-to-cell communication and coordination in bacteria or quorum sensing (QS), regulates bacterial growth, metabolism, biofilm formation, virulence factor secretion and various other essential functions in bacterial colonies. Many diseases of human beings, including gingival and periodontal diseases are mediated and regulated by this inter species communication. This high level of interspecies interaction is integral to the development and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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A study of The impact of Antibiotic Pollution and The types of Environmental Pollution It causes
Abstract: Antibiotics are essential biological drugs for human health and are the cornerstone of treating infections caused by various bacteria and viruses. However, they also pose a significant risk if misused, as each antibiotic is designed for a specific type of bacteria. Sometimes, due to the evolution of bacteria, many antibiotics have become ineffective and resistant to contamination and infection. Therefore, they can have the opposite effect, polluting the environment instead …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 41–46 Read article