Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaosu Huang, Junhua Yang, Renyue Zhang, Lianbao Ye, Ming Li, Weiqiang Chen
Summary: Globally, wound infection, particularly bacterial infections like MRSA, poses a significant healthcare challenge. This study demonstrates that PD hydrogel may be a safe and effective treatment option for MRSA-infected wounds, improving wound healing, reducing inflammation, and decreasing bacterial load.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Infectious Diseases
Hassan Ishaq, Wajeeha Tariq, Khawaja Muhammad Talha, Bharath Raj Varatharaj Palraj, M. Rizwan Sohail, Larry M. Baddour, Maryam Mahmood
Summary: Overall mortality and complicated bacteremia were not significantly associated with high vancomycin MICs in patients with MRSAB. Early mortality was significantly associated with low vancomycin MIC, while mortality in studies using broth microdilution method and need for mechanical ventilation were significantly associated with high vancomycin MIC. Further randomized controlled trials are needed to assess the predictive value of vancomycin MIC values for mortality and other adverse clinical outcomes in patients with MRSAB.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Zhongwu Bei, Linghong Zhang, Jianan Li, Qi Tong, Kun Shi, Wen Chen, Yan Yu, Ao Sun, Yang Xu, Jie Liu, Zhiyong Qian
Summary: A multifunctional hydrogel wound dressing is presented in this study, which effectively treats diabetic wounds infected with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. The hydrogel exhibits excellent adhesion and mild stimulation-triggered detachment, promoting wound repair by reducing oxidative damage, promoting cell migration, and angiogenesis.
ADVANCED HEALTHCARE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Aryan Choodari Gharehpapagh, Mohammad Reza Farahpour, Saeed Jafarirad
Summary: This study investigated the effects of topical uses of gold nanoparticles/perlite nanocomposites on MRSA-infected wound healing in a mouse model. The results showed that the nanocomposites accelerated wound healing by reducing bacteria colonization, enhancing collagen biosynthesis, and affecting the expression of specific genes, which could potentially stimulate MRSA-infected wound regeneration and shorten healing time.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Biology
Cristina Rodriguez-Melcon, Carlos Alonso-Calleja, Camino Garcia-Fernandez, Javier Carballo, Rosa Capita
Summary: This study determined the lethal concentrations of disinfectants and antibiotics for Listeria monocytogenes and found that the surface characteristics of bacterial cells influence resistance to these compounds. Most strains showed resistance to antibiotics, highlighting the concern of antibiotic resistance.
Article
Immunology
Xubin Zheng, Ziwei Bao, Lina Davies Forsman, Yi Hu, Weihua Ren, Yazhou Gao, Xuliang Li, Sven Hoffner, Judith Bruchfeld, Jan-Willem Alffenaar
Summary: This study aimed to identify clinically relevant PK/PD thresholds for tuberculosis treatment optimization. Using CART analysis and LASSO logistic regression, the study found that AUC/MIC values and drug exposure of TB drugs were associated with clinical outcomes and adverse events. Further research is needed to explore the impact of CART-derived thresholds for individualized dosing on treatment outcomes in randomized controlled trials.
CLINICAL INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Margaret Ming-Chih Ho, Ming-Hui Sun, Wei-Chi Wu, Chi-Chun Lai, Lung-Kun Yeh, Yih-Shiou Hwang, Ching-Hsi Hsiao, Kuan-Jen Chen
Summary: This study evaluated the antibiotic susceptibility and minimum inhibitory concentrations of Stenotrophomonas maltophilia isolates from ocular infections. The results showed higher susceptibility and lower MICs for fluoroquinolones, which can be recommended for treating S. maltophilia ocular infections. Tigecycline and TMP-SMX could be alternative antibiotics.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mallika Kumarihamy, Siddharth Tripathi, Premalatha Balachandran, Bharathi Avula, Jianping Zhao, Mei Wang, Maria M. Bennett, Jin Zhang, Mary A. Carr, K. Michael Lovell, Ocean Wellington, Mary E. Marquart, N. P. Dhammika Nanayakkara, Ilias Muhammad
Summary: In this study, a series of novel machaeridiol analogs were synthesized and evaluated for their inhibitory activities against MRSA, VRE, and cancer signaling pathways. Compounds 5 and 11 showed strong antibacterial activity against MRSA, while compound 14 exhibited strong inhibition against cancer signaling pathways.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Lin Lin, Nana Long, Min Qiu, Yao Liu, Fenghui Sun, Min Dai
Summary: Geraniol was found to effectively prevent MRSA infection and showed a significant dose-response relationship in mice. It decreased inflammatory cytokines and oxidative stress factors in infected mice, along with improving histopathological abnormalities. Geraniol has potential as a natural medicine for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial purposes.
INFECTION AND DRUG RESISTANCE
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shao-Bo Liu, Lei Zeng, Qiao-Lin Xu, Ying-Le Chen, Tao Lou, Shan-Xuan Zhang, Jian-Wen Tan
Summary: Three new polycyclic phenol derivatives were isolated from the leaves of Spermacoce latifolia. These compounds exhibited antibacterial activity against Gram-positive bacteria, including MRSA. In addition, some of the compounds showed alpha-glucosidase inhibitory activity.
Article
Microbiology
Rundong Tan, Anqi Yu, Ziming Liu, Ziqi Liu, Rongfeng Jiang, Xiaoli Wang, Jialin Liu, Junhui Gao, Xinjun Wang
Summary: MIC is crucial for bacterial detection in infections, and predicting MIC accurately using genome sequencing and machine learning algorithms can improve clinical efficacy and antibiotic use.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Mohammad Yousef Memar, Mina Yekani, Safar Farajnia, Farzaneh Ghadiri Moghaddam, Edris Nabizadeh, Simin Sharifi, Solmaz Maleki Dizaj
Summary: The study prepared and characterized vancomycin-loaded mesoporous silica nanoparticles (Van-MSNs) to detect inhibitory effects on MRSA isolates in planktonic and biofilm forms, as well as on Gram-negative bacteria. The biocompatibility and toxicity of Van-MSNs were evaluated in vitro. The results showed that Van-MSNs exhibited inhibitory effects on planktonic and biofilm forms of MRSA, with lower concentrations compared to free vancomycin. However, the antibiofilm effect was not significant. Van-MSNs also had a modest antibacterial activity against Gram-negative bacteria at lower concentrations.
ARCHIVES OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hossameldin A. Aziz, Ahmed M. M. El-Saghier, Mohamed Badr, Gamal El-Din A. Abuo-Rahma, Mai E. Shoman
Summary: A series of ciprofloxacin/thiazolidine-2,4-dione hybrids were synthesized and some showed strong antibacterial activity against S. aureus, suggesting their potential as antibacterial agents. These compounds exert their effects by inhibiting DNA synthesis and exhibit promising activity against certain bacteria.
MOLECULAR DIVERSITY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yangyi Qiu, Adrian Jun Chu, Tsz Fung Tsang, Yingbo Zheng, Nga Man Lam, Kendra Sek Lam Li, Margaret Ip, Xiao Yang, Cong Ma
Summary: A series of new derivative inhibitors with good antimicrobial activity against clinically significant pathogens were discovered in this study. Compound 22r exhibited the best antimicrobial activity with the lowest inhibitory concentration against diverse bacteria.
BIOORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Mei Li, Hong Xiao, Yongmei Su, Danlin Cheng, Yan Jia, Yingli Li, Qi Yin, Jieying Gao, Yong Tang, Qunhua Bai
Summary: Prevention and control of infections have become a formidable challenge due to the increasing resistance of pathogens to antibiotics. Probiotics have been discovered to have positive effects on the host, and it is well-known that some Lactobacilli are effective in treating and preventing inflammatory and infectious diseases. The study developed an antibacterial formulation consisting of honey and Lactobacillus plantarum. The formulation showed antimicrobial effects and mechanisms in vitro, as well as a healing effect on skin infections in rats.
Article
Entomology
Kathryn J. Green, Md Khairul Islam, Ivan Lawag, Cornelia Locher, Katherine A. Hammer
Summary: Honeys produced by Apis mellifera from different flowering plants can vary widely in their characteristics. This study investigated 115 honeys harvested from three Western Australian coastal bioregions and found significant differences in antibacterial and antioxidant activity among honeys derived from different floral sources.
JOURNAL OF APICULTURAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Ieng Hou Lau, James P. Hereward, Tobias J. Smith, Tim A. Heard, Gimme H. Walter
Summary: The research reveals that two species of stingless bees engage in extreme inter-colony fights, potentially leading to one species taking over the nest of the other. The attacks between colonies are not for resource robbing, but for the goal of nest takeover.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kathryn J. Green, Ivan L. Lawag, Cornelia Locher, Katherine A. Hammer
Summary: This study collected 29 manuka/Leptospermum honey samples and quantified their antibacterial activity using multiple methods. The results showed variations in antibacterial activity among different honey samples and bacterial species, and the correlation between MGO content and antibacterial activity differed for different test organisms.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Sharmin Sultana, Kevin Foster, Lee Yong Lim, Katherine Hammer, Cornelia Locher
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive overview of the phytoconstituents and bioactivities of clover honeys. It highlights the limited research on clover honeys and suggests further investigation into the presence of phytoestrogenic isoflavonoids in clover plants and honeys.
Review
Infectious Diseases
Md Lokman Hossain, Lee Yong Lim, Katherine Hammer, Dhanushka Hettiarachchi, Cornelia Locher
Summary: Honey, with its bioactive compounds, exhibits various biological and pharmacological activities, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects. However, the stickiness and liquidity of honey may restrict its use. Therefore, researchers have integrated honey into different formulations and scientifically tested their antimicrobial activity to prove effectiveness.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Md Lokman Hossain, Katherine Hammer, Lee Yong Lim, Dhanushka Hettiarachchi, Cornelia Locher
Summary: This study aimed to optimize the agar overlay assay to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of topical antimicrobial products against Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria. The optimized assay was found to be a convenient and effective platform for assessing the antimicrobial activity of commercial over-the-counter products and natural product-based formulations.
JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGICAL METHODS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ivan Lozada Lawag, Tomislav Sostaric, Lee Yong Lim, Katherine Hammer, Cornelia Locher
Summary: This study developed and validated a HPTLC-derived database to identify phenolic compounds in honey. A filtering approach using rich data and parameters was used to identify potential matches in honey samples, and a spectral overlay system was developed to confirm these matches.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Robbie R. Haines, Papanin Putsathit, Katherine A. Hammer, Anna S. Tai
Summary: MDR P. aeruginosa is a major concern in CF patients, and the usefulness of beta-lactam antibiotics is limited. This study evaluated the susceptibility of MDR CF-associated P. aeruginosa to three new beta-lactam/beta-lactamase inhibitor combinations. The results showed that the efficacy of the combinations varied, with ceftazidime-avibactam showing significant improvement in susceptibility.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Review
Entomology
F. G. B. Bueno, C. F. dos Santos, A. Otesbelgue, C. Menezes, J. van Veen, B. Blochtein, R. Gloag, T. Heard, V. L. Imperatriz-Fonseca, D. A. Alves
Summary: Queens are crucial for the colonies of stingless bees, maintaining cohesion and ensuring the survival of matriarchal societies. However, there is still much to learn about their life cycles compared to their worker daughters.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ivan Lozada Lawag, Md Khairul Islam, Tomislav Sostaric, Lee Yong Lim, Katherine Hammer, Cornelia Locher
Summary: This study examined the phenolic content, antioxidant activity, and phenolic compounds in different honeys from Western Australia. The highest total phenolic content and antioxidant activity were found in Calothamnus spp. honey. Various phenolic compounds were identified and quantified in the honeys using High Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography (HTPLC). The identified compounds were found to contribute to the honeys' antioxidant activity, except for certain compounds like t-cinnamic acid and lumichrome.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Md Lokman Hossain, Lee Yong Lim, Katherine Hammer, Dhanushka Hettiarachchi, Cornelia Locher
Summary: This study reports on the release profile of MGO from five commercial products containing Manuka honey using Franz diffusion cell and HPLC analysis. The results showed that the release rate of MGO from an artificial honey matrix and NZ Manuka honey reached 99.49% and 98.05% respectively over a 12-hour period, while a time-dependent % MGO release between 85% and 97.18% was observed in the investigated formulations over the same period.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Md Lokman Hossain, Lee Yong Lim, Katherine Hammer, Dhanushka Hettiarachchi, Cornelia Locher
Summary: This study presents the design, preparation, and physicochemical characterization of three types of alginate-based topical formulations incorporating honey. The developed manufacturing techniques yielded topical formulations with high honey content while preserving the integrity of the honey constituents, regardless of the honey type utilized. A storage stability study demonstrated that the monitored honey constituents retained their integrity after 6 months of storage.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Md Lokman Hossain, Lee Yong Lim, Katherine Hammer, Dhanushka Hettiarachchi, Cornelia Locher
Summary: This study presents data on the antioxidant and antibacterial activities of honey-based topical formulations incorporating four Western Australian (WA) honeys along with New Zealand Manuka honey as a comparator honey. The study found that the antioxidant activity was retained in all formulation types irrespective of the honey that was utilized. Additionally, the antibacterial activity of honey-loaded formulations was recorded to be comparable to that of their respective pure honeys.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Md Lokman Hossain, Minh Nguyen, Leah Benington, Lee Yong Lim, Katherine Hammer, Dhanushka Hettiarachchi, Cornelia Locher
Summary: The aim of this study was to assess the release profile of components in five different honeys and their corresponding honey-loaded gel formulations using a custom-designed diffusion cell in combination with High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography (HPTLC). The newly developed approach coupled with HPTLC is conducive to monitor the release profile of minor honey constituents from pure honeys and honey-loaded semisolid formulations.
METHODS AND PROTOCOLS
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Zachary J. M. Jones, Yina Huang, Kathryn J. Green, Katherine A. Hammer
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of storage and different temperatures on the antibacterial activity and physicochemical characteristics of several types of honey. The results showed that honey stored at 37 and 45°C for 16 weeks had significant declines in antibacterial activity, loss of hydrogen peroxide, decreases in pH, and increases in color. However, honey stored at lower temperatures and ambient temperature showed only minor changes. The long-term storage at ambient temperature had different effects on antibacterial activity for different honeys.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)