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292 articles for “Antimicrobial Activities”
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Isolation of Bioactive Molecules from Ficus racemosa – Its Biochemical Characterization and in silico Analysis of Antimicrobial Studies
Abstract: Many herbal remedies have been employed in various medical systems for the treatment and management of different diseases. In this study, the purpose is to extract and isolate the alkaloid from leaf-galls of Ficus racemosa plant using suitable solvents by soxhlet extracter and performing the antimicrobial activities against different bacterial and fungal strains and in silico analysis on membrane proteins, outer membrane protein A tran-membrane domain (OmpA) and Feruloyl esterase …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Characterization of Pure and Ag Doped ZnO Nanostructure and Study the Effect of Calcination Temperature on Bacterial Growth of Ag Doped ZnO Nanostructure.
Abstract: Sol-Gel chemical precipitation method has been implemented to synthesize Ag doped ZnO nanoparticles at 50°C. Wurtzite hexagonal crystal structure of pure and ZnO(Ag) nanoparticles have been confirmed by X-ray Diffraction (XRD) data. The crystalline size and have been estimated using XRD data. The chemical composition of pure and Ag doped ZnO nanoparticles has been investigated by analysis of Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. The direct band gap of nanoparticles has …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Biosynthesis, Characterization and Antibacterial Studies of Silver Nanoparticles from Tamil Nadu Major Crop Anacardium occidentale
Abstract: Recent studies have shown that Silver Nanoparticles have physical, optical and catalytic properties. Present work involves the eco-friendly and reproducible synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles from the Anacardium occidentale leaves extract. The synthesized silver Nanoparticle from 1 mM AgNO3 solution through the leaf extract were characterizing was monitored using Ultraviolet-visible (UV-vis) spectrophotometer, Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDX), X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and Fourier transform infra-red spectroscopy (FT-IR).Scanning …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 20, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 13–22 Read article
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Isolation and Characterization of Lantibiotic Producing Lactic Acid Bacteria from Ambali, Aged Mango Pickle Probiotics
Abstract: Each year in the US at least 2 million people are sickened with antibiotic resistant infection. The development of antibiotics was one of the most important advances of medicine. Many bacterial infections (e.g. tuberculosis and infected wounds) that previously had no effective treatment and often killed people became treatable with antibiotics, saving millions of lives. Now, because of the overuse and misuse of antibiotics, bacterial infections that were once easily …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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Evaluating the Antibacterial Perspective of Cuminaldehyde, a component of Cuminum cyminum Against Some Common Human Intestinal Pathogens
Abstract: The increasing failures of chemotherapeutics and antibiotic resistance exhibited by pathogenic microbial infectious agents have led to the study on Cuminum cyminum (Family: Apiaceae) for its potential antimicrobial activity against common intestinal pathogens. Cuminaldehyde is considered as the principal component and is believed to be the chief chemical constituent for exhibiting bactericidal activity. The present investigation involved exploration of antibacterial property of cuminaldehyde against some common human intestinal pathogens such …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 10–12 Read article
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Bacteriocin Production and Characterization Obtained from Lactobacillus sakei
Abstract: Natural preservatives such as bacteriocins become an attractive alternative in the substitution of chemical preservatives, which have eventual potential for toxicity and carcinogenic effect. In this study, a bacteriocin was produced from a strain of Lactobacillus sakei, isolated from Italian salami. The data obtained in this paper revealed that the antimicrobial activity of bacteriocin was higher than 85% in the assays using the Gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus) and Gram-negative (Escherichia coli) …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 27–36 Read article
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Pork: Challenges in Safe Food Production
Abstract: To remain in the market, the food industries are constantly challenged, both to comply with legislation that are more related to hygienic-sanitary issues, and from the point of view of consumer satisfaction that can encompass beyond safety food, also sensory and ethical characteristics. In addition, the growing incidence of DTAs around the world has become an economic and public health problem. Thus, several strategies are adopted, such as the implementation …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Preparation, Biochemical Analysis and Sensory Evaluation of Herbal Jam
Abstract: Nowadays, in the world herbal plants have used extensively as food supplements and medicinal purposes as they are cheap and have little side effects. Use of different synthetic preservatives lead to negative health issues. Moreover, the use of synthetic compounds has significant drawbacks, such as increasing cost, handling hazards, concerns about residues on food, and threat to human environment. As a good alternative, herbs replace synthetic preservatives as natural, effective, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Tulasi (Ocimum sanctum Linn.) – A Drug Review
Abstract: Tulasi (Ocimum sanctum Linn. belonging family Lamiaceae) is described as a sacred and useful medicinal plant in ancient literature. It is derived from ‘Sanskrit,’ which means "the incomparable one. Tulasi leaves have Katu- Kashaya Rasa, as well as Laghu, Ruksha and Tikshna Guna and Ushna Virya. It has proven pharmacological actions such as antioxidant, immune-modulatory, antipyretic, anticancer, chemo-preventive, radio-protective, anti-hypertensive, cardio protective, antimicrobial activity and many more. The present article …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of Chewable Toothpaste Tablet Containing Cetylpyridinium Chloride
Abstract: The study’s goal was to create an effective formulation of Cetylpyridinium chloride chewable toothpaste pills. Cetylpyridinium chloride is a cationic quaternary ammonium chemical that has significant bactericidal, antiseptic, antiplaque, and anti-gingivitis effects. Cetylpyridinium chloride is an antiseptic with antimicrobial activities against a variety of oral bacteria and fungi. It has antiplaque and gingivitis properties. It is used therapeutically as an antiseptic agent; used alone or in combination with other drugs …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Development and characterization of Emulgel a Novel formulation for topical drug delivery of Ofloxacin
Abstract: The aim of this work is to develop best Emulgel formulation carrying Antifungal agent Ofloxacin Emulgel has been emerged as a promising drug delivery system. Formulation of Ofloxacin Emulgel was done by using Carbopol 934 as a gelling agent, liquid paraffin as hydrophobic phase, Tween-80 and span-80 as emulsifiers and surfactant. Ofloxacin has been used in pharmaceutical formulation since it has antimicrobial activity. It acts by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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3D QSAR Studies of 2,3-Disubstituted Quinazolin Phenyl Acetic Acid Derivatives as Antimicrobial Agents
Abstract: Quantitative structure activity relationship (QSAR) studies have been performed on series of31 compounds of 2,3-disubstituted quinazolin phenyl acetic acid derivatives withantimicrobial activity using Chemoffice version 8.0 software. The QSAR models have beendeveloped by using multiple linear regressions in order to identify descriptors, which areactually focusing towards the biological activity. Leave one out (LOO) method was employedin cross validation analysis to validate the developed model. The best predictive QSAR modelderived, had …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 4–7 Read article
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Harnessing the Medicinal Potential of SwertiaChirata: A Phytochemical Strategy for Controlling Coronavirus Symptoms Like High Fever and Anxiety
Abstract: The current investigation focuses on exploring the therapeutic capacities of SwertiaChirata, colloquially known as Chirata, in managing the symptomatic displays of coronavirus infections. Chirata, a member of the Gentianaceae family, is a distinguished herb extensively used in Ayurvedic and Unani medicinal traditions, acknowledged for its myriad of healing qualities. In addition to its regular use in combating fever and loss of appetite, its prominent antioxidant traits position it as an …
Published in International Journal of Biomedical Innovations and Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 27–31 Read article
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Understanding Kameela's Importance In The Unani System Of Tibb: A Detailed Perspective
Abstract: Kameela or Kamala, a renowned Unani medicine, has been utilized by Unani physicians for centuries to effectively address Amraze Jildiya, commonly known as skin diseases. Its medicinal properties have been extensively documented in classical Unani texts. These perennial shrubs or small trees are widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions, typically found at altitudes below 1,000 m. The pharmacological activities of Kameela encompass a broad spectrum, owing to its diverse …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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Avicennia Marina (FORSK) Vierh: A Review On Its Medical Properties
Abstract: Current generation is a fast moving and no doubt about the strength of allopathic medicine, they provide quick result, but the darkest side of this medicine is their several side effects and contraindications. On the other hand the plants are good substitution for those medicines because of their less or no side effect and their capability to cure the trouble from their root. Our study is based on the pharmacological …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 29–40 Read article
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1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline: A Versatile Nucleus in the New Millennium
Abstract: Tetrahydroquinoline nucleus containing molecules are well known for their presence in natural products mainly in alkaloids, which constitute the active class of compounds possessing wide spectrum of biological activities. Tetrahydroquinoline skeleton is often used for the design of several synthetic compounds with diverse pharmacological properties. An immense wide range of pharmacological utility of such nucleus has inspired many synthetic and medicinal chemists to develop novel strategies for their synthesis, which …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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A Review on Luteolin: A Versatile Flavonoid
Abstract: Luteolin (3′,4′,5,7-tetrahydroxy flavone) is a flavonoid belonging to the subgroup of flavone, it is a naturally occurring compound in its glycosylated form, and exists in many types of plants including fruits, vegetables, and medicinal herbs. It has been suggested in preclinical studies that flavones possesses a variety of pharmacological activities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and anticancer activities. Like other flavones, it has been seen that plants rich in luteolin have …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 33–61 Read article
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Guava-A wonder Fruit
Abstract: Guava is the most important tropical fruit which originated in Central America. It has been discovered to be a very high source of fiber, vitamin A, iron, phosphorus, and calcium. Guava is a high source of antioxidants due to the presence of substances such as flavonoids, which are helpful in the treatment of malignant cells and the prevention of skin aging. Studies have shown that guava as well as its …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Chitosan Anticancer Property
Abstract: Chitosan, a hydrophilic, natural amino polysaccharide derived from chitin on alkaline de-acetylation. Chitosan is a nontoxic, biocompatible, antibacterial and biodegradable polymer. The biological activities of chitosan are mainly depending on the water solubility nature and also the solubility in other solvents. The primary amino group present in the chitosan is the key functional groups which is mainly responsible for its bioactivities. The biological activities of antimicrobial, antioxidant and anticancer properties …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–7 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