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104 articles for “anti-microbial”
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Deciphering the Pathophysiology of Migraine: Understanding Trigeminovascular System Activity and the Importance of the Gut-Brain Axis
Abstract: Migraine, a prevalent and disabling neurological condition, manifests in distinct phases: premonitory, aura, headache, postdrome, and interictal. Being a primary contributor to adult disability, it presents a substantial economic challenge on a global scale. Even with extensive research spanning centuries, the complete grasp of its root causes continues to evade us. This intricate neurovascular disorder primarily involves local vasodilation of intracranial and extracerebral blood vessels, coupled with simultaneous stimulation of …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 50–61 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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Polymer-Based Chemistry of Carbohydrate-Derived Fulvic Acid and Its Comparative Effect with Chelating Agents on Root Dentin Microhardness
Abstract: The interaction between the polymer science and the endodontic biomaterials field has increased recently while considering the search for chelating agents. CHD-FA (Carbohydrate-Derived Fulvic Acid), a naturally occurring low-molecular-weight polymeric organic acid, has potential chelating and antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. This investigation examines the polymeric chemistry of CHD-FA and compares the effect of CHD-FA with other chelating agents, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), and citric acid, on root dentin microhardness. A total …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1051–1061 Read article
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Exploring Chocolate’s Potential: A Review of Its Role in Drug Delivery and Health Benefits
Abstract: The abstract explores the versatile nature of chocolate, highlighting its role as a medium for drug delivery systems due to its resistance to microbial growth and rich nutritional profile. Medicated chocolate, infused with drugs, offers a palatable solution to enhance patient compliance, particularly among children, while stimulating serotonin production for added therapeutic benefits. Cocoa, abundant in polyphenols, contributes to chocolate's health advantages, including cholesterol reduction and cardiovascular health. Scientific evidence …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 16–24 Read article