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101 articles for “Antifungal activities”
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Design, Synthesis and Pharmacological Evaluation of Pyrazoline Substituted Benzimidazole Derivatives as Antibacterial and Antifungal Agents
Abstract: Background: Benzimidazoles are important heterocyclic compounds possessing a variety of biological activities such as anticancer, antioxidant, antiinflammatory, analgesic, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and hypoglycemic activities. Pyrazolines are used as antitumor, immunosuppressive, antibacterial and anti tubercular agents. Aim : The present research focused on incorporating pyrazoline nucleus into benzimidazole nucleus to form a potent antibacterial and antifungal agent. Method: The in silico design of novel pyrazoline substituted benzimidazole derivatives was done using …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 29–41 Read article
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Excoecaria agallocha Extract from Leaves Encounters Antifungal, Antibacterial, and Cytotoxic Activity – In Vitro Studies
Abstract: Mangroves contain a wide range of bioactive substances, certain of and these have been used as solutions for a variation of conditions for thousands of years. Excoecaria agallocha leaf application components have been extracted in the presence of organic solvents along with water-based with a Soxhlet apparatus and antibacterial research properties employing diffusion agar well assays towards nine different kinds of culture infectious agents, six clinical trials isolated compounds, as …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of an Antifungal Emulgel Containing Carbopol 940 as Gelling Agent
Abstract: Emulgels have emerged as one of the most intriguing topical distribution systems as they have dual release control system, i.e., gel and emulsion. The main purport of the present study was to develop and evaluate topical emulgel system for Fluconazole, antifungal agent, utilizing different polymers namely carbopol 940. In addition, light liquid paraffin as oil, Tween-20 and Span-20 as emulsifiers and propylene glycol and methyl alcohol as co-surfactant were culled …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening and In Vitro Antifungal and Antibacterial Analysis of Four Indian Medicinal Plants
Abstract: Four plants have been used in present study i.e., chamomile, cinnamon, cloves and lemon, that are commonly used as spices in Indian foods as well as in the recipes of ayurvedic medicines since the ancient times. They have not only antimicrobial property for curing diseases but also have essential concentration of certain phytochemicals. Hence, phytochemical screening (both qualitative – saponin, tannin, flavonoid, carbohydrate, protein, alkaloid, steroid, phenol, phytosterol, terpenoids and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 17–31 Read article
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The Pharmacological Importance of Quercus incana: A Review
Abstract: Baloot or Quercus incana, commonly known as blue jack oak or cinnamon oak, a large evergreen tree, belongs to genus Quercus, largest genus of family Fagaceae, approximately 900 species distributed in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia as well as temperate zones of Northern Hemisphere The genus Quercus have long been considered among the clades of woody angiosperms in terms of species diversity, horticulture merit and ecological dominance, industrial and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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A Review on Cucumis melo
Abstract: Cucumis melo is commonly known as muskmelon or sweet melon and most widely cultivated and used around the world. It belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. It is an annual climbing or creeping herb. It is a vegetable food item and used as one of the main ingredient in various dishes. This fruit is totally 85–90 percentage water. It also contains various chemical constituents like terpenes, phenols, phenolic acids, saponins, tannins, flavonoids …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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A Review on Different Species of Echinacea
Abstract: Echinacea is one of the plant species found in the North American tribes, which are commonly called as coneflowers. Echinacea species such as Echinacea angustifolia, Echinacea pallida, Echinacea purpurea, Echinacea serotina, etc. are used in the treatment of common cold, urinary tract infections, respiratory problems, etc. They also show anti-immunosupperssant activity, anti-viral activity, antifungal activity, anti-inflammatory activity, antioxidant activity, etc. This article mainly includes morphological features, chemical constituents, pharmacology, and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Onepot Multi-component Synthesis, Characterization and Biological Applications of Dicationic Ionic Liquids
Abstract: A series of dicationic ionic liquids have been prepared and confirmed with FT-IR, 1H NMR,13C NMR,31P NMR as well as High resolution mass spectroscopy impact technique. The present methodology possesses more advantages such as high yields, simple procedure, short reaction times and mild conditions. All the synthesized compounds were evaluated for their antimicrobial activity based on zone of inhibition. The ionic liquid, 4-butane diaminium NI,NI,NI,N4,N4,N4 hexapropyl dibromide was exhibited remarkable …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 16–39 Read article
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Thiazolidinone and it’s Antibacterial Activity: A Reveiw
Abstract: Heterocyclic are one of the most important compounds in organic chemistry. Thiazolidinoneand its derivatives are the most important heterocyclic compounds, which are common and integral feature of a variety of natural products and pharmaceutical agents. Thiazolidinone is a cyclic amide formally derived from Thiazolidinone by replacing the Methylene group at position two with a carbonyl group, having various biological activities. Thiazolidinone are the new class of antimicrobial agents with activity …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization and Evaluation of Pyridine derivatives
Abstract: Schiff bases, a class of organic compounds, have garnered significant attention due to their diverse applications in various fields such as pharmaceuticals, materials science, and coordination chemistry. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis of Schiff bases amino pyridine derivatives and aromatic ketones along with their anti-microbial activity. Method: The synthesis of Schiff bases primarily involves the condensation reaction between a primary amine and a carbonyl compound (ketone) …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 35–48 Read article
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Isolation and Characterization of β -D-Glucan from Yeast and its In Vitro Biological Study
Abstract: In many microorganisms, fungi and algae, β-D-glucan can be found as cell wall polysaccharide. Various publications describe the strong positive influence of these glucans on the immune system comprising antibacterial, woundhealing and antitumor activities. Recently, it was found that β-D-glucan from the yeast Saccharomyces cervisiae also exhibit antioxidative capabilities. In the present study, the β-D-glucan was isolated from the cell wall of yeast and it is characterized by chromatographic, spectroscopic …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Leaf and Stem Extracts of Eclipta alba and their Medical Applications
Abstract: AbstractBiosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using plants has emerged as a simple and feasible alternative to more complex physical and chemical synthetic procedures. Nanoparticles synthesis through greener routes can be used in a safer mode for various human applications. In this work, we describe a cost effective and environment friendly technique for biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles from 1mM AgNO3 solution using leaf and stem extracts of Eclipta alba as reducing as …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Pharmacological intervention by natural remedies as antimicrobial agent: A Review
Abstract: Economically significant edible seeds grown and consumed all over the world are common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.). Protein, starch, and dietary fibre are especially abundant in P. vulgaris. When compared to cereal starches, bean starch is believed to be significantly less digestible. In the literature, significant biological activities such as those related to antioxidant, antibacterial, antihyperglycemic, and anticancer effects are linked to the chemical composition of beans. At the genetic …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Synthesis, Structural Characterization and Biological Studies of Schiff Base Complexes Bearing Indole Moiety
Abstract: Schiff base complexes of N2O2 type derived from indole-3-carboxaldehyde(ind) and amino acids such as glycine(gly), L-valine(val), and L-tryptophan(try) with Cu(II), Ni(II), Zn(II), Co(II) and Mn(II) were synthesized and characterized by physical and analytical techniques. The complexes are of non-electrolytic nature having 1:2 (metal:ligand) ratio. The geometry of the complexes was predicted with the combined data obtained from electronic spectral and magnetic susceptibility measurements. The mode of coordination of the Schiff …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 31–42 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization, and Biomedical Applications of a Silver Nanoparticle-Coated Chitosan–Fucoidan–Polymer Nanocomposite Loaded with Persea americana Leaf Extract
Abstract: Consuming a natural composite of Persea americana (Avocado) leaf extract and a chitosan and fucoidan form a biodegradable biopolymer matrix–polymer nanocomposite with biomedical applications, this study explored a potential therapeutic method. GC–MS and UV spectroscopy were used to describe the aqueous leaf extract, which was verified by phytochemical screening to contain flavonoids, tannins, phenols, terpenoids, and alkaloids. The chitosan–fucoidan biodegradable polymer matrix served as a biocompatible stabilizing and encapsulating carrier …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 · pp. 130–148 Read article
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Green Synthesis of Selenium Nano-metalloid from the extract of Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) leaf and its Antimicrobial Activities
Abstract: Green synthesis specifies the creation of nano-size particles (NPs) by a biological process using the reducing properties of metabolites in the plant extracts. The present work reports the use of cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata.) leaf extract as a reducing and stabilizing agent to synthesize selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) via the green route of synthesis. The as-prepared SeNPs were analyzed by UV–vis spectroscopy, FTIR, DLS, SEM, and EDX. Nano-crystalline SeNPs has …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles: Antifungal Efficacy Against Aspergillus niger and Agricultural Benefits
Abstract: Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are gaining significant attention in agriculture due to their potent antifungal properties. This study focuses on evaluating the antifungal effects of green synthesized AgNPs derived from Aloe vera leaf extract against the pathogenic fungus Aspergillus niger. The results indicate that the synthesized nanoparticles exhibited a strong absorption maximum at 550 nm, indicative of surface plasmon resonance. UV-Vis spectroscopy was used to analyze the nanoparticles, and the solution …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Phytochemical profiling and LC/MS analysis of Selaginella bryopteris (L.) Baker
Abstract: Selaginella bryopteris (L.) Baker, an endemic pteridophyte is found restricted to the Indian subcontinent mostly because of its environmental requirements of cool temperatures and optimum water availability. It is a drought-resistant species and shows curling in limited water supply reviving when water conditions are restored. This property makes this species a suitable plant for exploration of medicinal properties, although its restricted occurrence has limited this evaluation. The current study explores …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 46–51 Read article
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Formulation And Evaluation of Peel Off Mask From Custard Apple
Abstract: Herbal cosmetics have a long history of use aimed at enhancing cosmetic appearance and mitigating skin conditions such as acne, pigmentation, dryness, and wrinkles. These products provide various health benefits, including anti-acne, anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antioxidant, and anti-aging effects, while also minimizing the risk of adverse reactions. Herbal formulations have gained global popularity and acceptance due to their natural origin, safety, and effectiveness in maintaining skin health. Traditional Indian herbs, like …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 6–15 Read article
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Production and Characterization of Cardanol Based Schiff Complexes and their Biological Significance
Abstract: Synthesis and analysis of cardanol consisted Schiff base ligand along with its complexes such as Cu, Co and Ni are considered as a novel tetradentate cardanol contained Schiff base ligand molecules for various biological effects. It is prepared by the condensation reaction of 2-aminophenol and di-α formylmethoxybis (3-pentadecenyl phenyl) methane which is termed as DFMPM in the molar ratio of 2:1. The characterization of the experimental compounds is done with …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–24 Read article