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Moringa oleifera leaves are a promising source of protein and nutrients, they are superior to other plants in protein content and nutritional value. the present study was conducted to improve the nutritional value of date energy bars by fortifying with Moringa oleifera leaves powder (MLP) as a source of protein and calcium. MLP was added to date en...

Moringa oleifera leaves are a promising source of protein and nutrients, they are superior to other plants in protein content and nutritional value. the present study was conducted to improve the nutritional value of date energy bars by fortifying with Moringa oleifera leaves powder (MLP) as a source of protein and calcium. MLP was added to date en...

No complexo estuarino lagunar de Cananéia, estado de São Paulo, região sudeste, há o consumo in natura da ostra invasora Saccostrea cucullata, principalmente no verão, alta temporada. Trata-se de um molusco filtrador que apresenta riscos de graves patologias do sistema gastrointestinal devido ao risco de armazenamento de agentes microbiológicos que...

Background: Indoor air pollution, including airborne microorganisms, can cause allergies, respiratory diseases, and immune-toxic diseases. Sneezing generates millions of airborne microbial infections, and ventilation sources alter microbial communities. Few studies exist in developing countries, including Ethiopia, and Harar Town. The aim is to ass...

Background: Chronic atrophic candidiasis (CAC), commonly referred to as denture stomatitis, is the most prevalent multifactorial, chronic inflammatory oral condition amongst denture wearers. Denture’s continuous wearing is considered a risk factor predisposing to CAC. The aim of this study was to evaluate this factor and its relationship with the o...

Some insects have evolved beneficial relationships with intestinal microbes for sex pheromone production to communicate with conspecifics effectively. However, it is not clear whether the sex pheromone synthesis activity of intestinal microbes can be controlled by the host, and the molecular mechanisms need to be further unraveled. In this study, w...

Many countries have imposed the wearing of masks in public places in order to limit and reduce the rate of contamination as well as the transmission of the SARS CoV-2 virus. Unfortunately, many people have disregarded the safety precautions associated with using surgical masks appropriately, such as wearing the same mask for extended periods of tim...

Polyherbal tooth paste is gaining recognition as an organic a substitute for conventional oral care utilizing the advantages of various herb constituents for elevated oral hygiene this review looks at the contents evaluation and antibacterial properties of polyherbal toothpaste with a focus on key components of medicinal value such clove tulsi neem...

Background: Microbiological testing of peritoneal dialysis bags for peritonitis often yields culture-negative results. Culture-negative samples should not exceed 15% according to the International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis. To reduce this issue, the addition of a blood culture bottle incubation step to the culture process was introduced at th...

Cheese temperature control in the cold chain is essential for quality preservation and waste reduction, especially for soft cheeses, which generate heat due to their microbiological activity. This study first analyses, at steady state, the natural convection effect on the temperature distribution along three pallet rows (from upstream to downstream...

In this work, we developed an antioxidant and antibacterial red pectin food packaging material with natural Hibiscus sabdariffa flos. This study showed that this red pectin film (PJH, PCH, PCJH) containing Hibiscus extract exhibited antioxidant activity. The addition of hibiscus improved the barrier properties. The WVTR parameter values for the PJH...

Access to drinking water is a major problem in developing countries like Guinea. To alleviate this problem, the opening of boreholes is intensifying in urban centers, with its multiple consequences linked to the density of boreholes. In order to ascertain the quality of these waters, this study was initiated to explore certain assessment parameters...

Introduction: Pleuritis Tuberculosis (TB) sebagai salah satu manifestasi TB ekstraparu seringkali didiagnosis bukan secara bakteriologis. Penggunaan Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra dalam mendeteksi kuman Mycobacterium Tuberculosis (MTB) pada cairan pleura menjadi salah satu alternatif penegakan diagnosis. Case: Seorang pria berusia 39 tahun tanpa riwayat TB de...

This study investigates ozone pasteurization as an alternative to heat pasteurization for reducing microbial and mold contamination in honey. Five honey samples with identical compositions were tested: a control, heat treatments at 63°C, 65°C, and 68°C, and ozone treatment at ambient temperature. Mold and bacterial proliferation were monitored over...

Rainwater harvesting is a popular artisanal method that provides substantial economic advantages and effectively addresses the issue of water scarcity in many parts of Colombia. This method may not be appropriate from a public health standpoint in every instance. Despite Colom-bia's ample precipitation, ensuring a stable water supply is problematic...

Natural whey starter (NWS) is an undefined complex culture used in the production of Grana Padano and Parmigiano Reggiano PDO cheeses. The aim of this review is to discuss, in light of the latest research results, the role of NWS as a primary player in the cheese-making process, considering the microbial community scenario. NWS is traditionally pro...

Background: Osteomyelitis is one of the most frequent infections of the diabetic foot, accounting for 20–70% of foot infections. The treatment of osteomyelitis continues to be debated, and the possibility of performing conservative surgery associated with targeted antibiotic treatment allows for reductions in the amount of bone removed, the resolut...

Resumen Las infecciones relacionadas con catéteres representan una significativa fuente de morbilidad, mortalidad y prolongación de la estancia hospita-laria. El diagnóstico bacteriológico puede abordarse mediante diversas metodologías. Este estudio tuvo como objetivo evaluar la sensibilidad y especificidad de las técnicas comúnmente empleadas en e...

Background/Objectives: The increasing prevalence of Mycoplasma genitalium infections with macrolide-resistance, causing high azithromycin failure rates, is a major concern internationally. In response to this challenge, diagnostics that simultaneously detect M. genitalium and genetic markers for macrolide-resistance enable the therapy to be individ...

The bacterial strain having the ability of minerals bioleaching and desulphurization of coal has been isolated from coal mine drainage and hot spring water collected from the district Harnai, Balochistan. The recent work involves sample collection, growth culture, purification, and confirmation of bioleaching activity present in isolated strain...

Fluorescence-based techniques have great potential in the field of bioimaging and could bring tremendous progress in microbiology and biomedicine. The most essential element in these techniques is fluorescent nanomaterials. The use of fluorescent nanoparticles as contrast agents for bioimaging is a large topic to cover. The purpose of this mini-rev...

Background: There is no experience with ciprofloxacin for the treatment of carbapenemase-producing Gram-negative bacteria (CP-GNB) infections. Methods: This is a retrospective single-centre study where we describe the clinical evolution of all consecutive adult patients who received ciprofloxacin monotherapy for the treatment of CP-GNB infections....

The study aimed to investigate the corrosion performance of Zn-Ni-Cu and Zn-Ni-Cu-TiB 2 coatings in the microbial-induced environment (E-Coli, ATCC 25922, and 3.5%NaCl solution). Zn-Ni-Cu and Zn-Ni-Cu-TiB 2 were surfaces coated on an ASTM A-36 Steel substrate utilizing a high-velocity oxy-fuel (HVOF) thermal spray process. Immersion tests following...

Aim This is the first study to directly compare the clinical outcome of debridement, antimicrobials and implant retention (DAIR) with stabilization using new internal fixation after debridement, for patients with Fracture-related Infection (FRI). Method Consecutive patients with FRI Consensus confirmed FRI had single-stage surgery with tissue samp...

Non-lactational mastitis is a common breast disease with a high incidence worldwide. In recent years, with changes in lifestyle and increasing environmental pollution, the incidence of non-lactational mastitis has been on the rise, drawing widespread attention. In terms of microbiological characteristics, the pathogens of non-lactational mastitis a...

Micron-size ceramic waste powder (< 75 μm and 75–150 μm) was used as the carrier in a high-concentration powder carrier bio-fluidized bed (HPB) to treat simulated overflow sewage (CSOs). The sludge extracellular polymers (EPS), electron transfer capacity of EPS, nitrogen removal pathways, and microbiological characteristics were analyzed to gain in...

The Federation of European Microbiological Societies Certificate of Attendance This is to certify that: Wadhah Edrees, Yemen Attended: FEMS Microbiology Ecology Webinar on Microbial Impacts of Climate Change, 22nd November 2024 4:00 PM - 22nd November 2024 5:30 PM

The typical edible medicinal plants of Viola inconspicua were compared with leaf-green, biomass, metabolomes, and bacterial communities, after leaf-spraying water (A), brown sugar water (B), brown sugar, urea, and KH2PO4 water (C), or KH2PO4 and urea water (D). The plants sprayed with C solution presented relatively normal leaf-green and the highes...

The paper deals with changes in the parasitofauna of some fish species of the Amudarya delta lakes. Recent data on the parasitofauna of 8 indigenous commercial fish species of the Amudarya delta lakes in the degraded natural environment (2019-2023) are presented. Impoverishment of ichthyoparasite fauna under the influence of continuous anthropogeni...

This paper presents a methodology for assessing the influence of microbiological and transport factors on the preservation of the quality of melons during their transportation by rail. The study covers key aspects such as the effect of temperature, humidity and packaging conditions on the growth of microorganisms that contribute to product spoilage...

Game-based learning environments (GBLEs) supplement classroom instruction so students can demonstrate their scientific reasoning abilities and increase knowledge, providing a platform that promotes interest and engagement in science. The goal of this study was to examine the effectiveness of game mechanics for science learning. This study identifie...

Pada topik ini pembahasan meliputi penamaan C. difficile, epidemiologi, faktor virulensi, spektrum klinis, diagnosis laboratorium, terapi dan pencegahan.

Sepsis is a pervasive condition that affects individuals of all ages, with significant social and economic consequences. The early diagnosis of sepsis is fundamental for establishing appropriate treatment and is based on warning scores and clinical characteristics, with positive microbiological cultures being the gold standard. Research has yet to...

Background: The use of antibiotic-loaded bone cements (ALBCs) in arthroplasty has been well established for the prevention and treatment of infections. Tigecycline (Tig), a broad-spectrum antibiotic, has shown efficacy against various pathogens, including vancomycin-resistant strains. Method: ISO and DIN mechanical and microbiological inhibition zo...

The presence of residues of antimicrobial substances in milk has been an important hygienic and technological parameter of raw milk quality since the 1960s. The presented review focuses on screening methods (microbiological inhibition methods and rapid specific tests) that are used in the control of antimicrobial residues in milk in the context of...

Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) is a diagnostic tool that provides pathological and microbiological diagnosis of lower respiratory tract lesions. BAL return may sometimes be of a different color, giving insight into the underlying disease process. Here, we present two cases of yellow BAL fluid with distinct etiologies.

Time to positivity (TTP) refers to the duration required for a microbiological culture test to indicate a positive result, marking the onset of detectable bacterial or fungal growth in the sample. Numerous variables, including patient characteristics, infection source, former antimicrobial therapy, blood sample volume, and sample transportation tim...

Bloodstream infections (BSI) result in significant morbidity and mortality rates, and delayed administration of appropriate antimicrobial treatment is a major predictor of poor outcomes. T2 magnetic resonance (T2MR®) (T2 Biosystems®, Lexington, MA, USA) is an innovative technology that can rapidly identify pathogens from a sample of whole blood in...

ZVI-Fenton, which is the combination of zero-valent iron (metallic Fe) and H2O2 is a relatively cheap advanced oxidation process for the elimination of contaminants from wastewater. Here we experimentally tested the ZVI-Fenton reaction at pH 4 towards two crucial goals in the treatment of secondary (partially treated) urban wastewater: (i) degradat...

The aim of the review is to describe existing laboratory methods for determining the sensitivity of bacteria to a combination of antibiotics and bacteriophages. However, more and more often there are scientific papers in which their combined action is described as synergism. The mechanisms of this phenomenon have not been fully studied, but it has...

The issue of the microbiological spoilage of bakery products with an extended shelf life declared by the producer was the reason for searching for an effective solution. The aim of the investigation was to find the sources of infection, identify microorganisms causing product spoilage, and propose ways to eliminate the problem without the use of ch...

Buku ini membahas secara komprehensif tentang berbagai aspek metabolisme dan proses biokimia yang terjadi dalam tubuh manusia. Terdiri dari 14 bab, buku ini memberikan penjelasan mengenai prinsip dasar metabolisme, termasuk katabolisme dan anabolisme yang menjadi fondasi untuk memahami proses energi dalam tubuh (Bab 1). Bab 2 hingga Bab 9 menjelask...

Las asignaturas de ciencias naturales por lo general tienen índices de aprobación muy bajos alrededor del mundo y son vistas por los estudiantes con miedo y catalogadas como algo difícil o aburrido, y la Microbiología no es ajena a esta problemática. Por lo tanto, se planteó el objetivo de analizar de qué manera la implementación de tres estrategia...

Considerando a relevância do ensino médio integrado e a importância da Microbiologia para a compreensão da realidade e a formação humana integral, o objetivo deste trabalho foi investigar como esse conteúdo é retratado nos currículos e o potencial impacto dessa abordagem na formação dos estudantes. Para tanto, foi realizada pesquisa documental abra...

As indicated by research conducted in the state of Rio Grande do Norte, located in northeastern Brazil, the region ranks as the second-largest shrimp producer in the country. However, the environmental impacts associated with shrimp production by micro and small-scale enterprises remain insufficiently explored. The aim of this study was to assess t...

Biology is characterized by abstract and complex material, so most biology topics rely heavily on laboratory practicum activities. However, not all schools have adequate laboratory infrastructure. With the development of technology, virtual biology laboratories can be used as an alternative to overcome the limitations of real laboratory infrastruct...

Microorganisms are natural inhabitants of beach sands. The levels of pathogenic microorganisms in beach sands can increase through direct deposition from human activities, wastewater discharges, and animals. In this study, the presence of pathogenic microorganisms and faecal pollution ( E. coli and E. faecalis ) was evaluated in the sandy beach of...

Title of paper presented= THE PHAGOCYTIC EFFICIENCY OF PERIPLANETA AMERICANA: A SHORT REPORT

One of the most relevant areas of biology is the study of plant adaptation processes to the action of various stress factors of abiotic and biotic nature, which is reflected in the works of molecular biologists, geneticists, microbiologists, plant physiologists, and biochemists, as well as biotechnologists [1–10]. [...]

Ediciones ICA Beruvides, A.; Elías, A.; Valiño, Elaine C.; Milián, Grethel; Rondón, Ana J.; Rodríguez, Marlen; Milián, J. Chemical and microbiological characterization of the zootechnical additive VITAFERT, under small-scale production conditions

Peer review certificate of Asian journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology

Background: Wound healing is a complicated process that can be heavily influenced by patient comorbidities, in some cases leading to a chronic non-healing wound. Evidence presented in the medical literature supporting the clinical use of autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in treatment of such wounds is becoming increasingly compelling. Mechanis...

Over centuries, viruses have puzzled microbiologists due to their wonders: their sizes, shapes, structures, morphologies, their true nature, their life cycle; and subsequent disease progression, morbidity, and mortality. This descriptive qualitative study adopted Thematic Approach and Synoptic Approach to uncover how Qur'an allude to these wonders....

Pada topik kali ini membahas terkait bakteri C. botulinum dimulai dari epidemiologi, faktor virulensi, spektrum klinis, diagnosis laboratorium, terapi dan pencegahan.

Background and Clinical Significance: Fever in the returning traveler is a medical emergency warranting prompt exclusion of potentially life-threatening infections such as malaria. Case Presentation: We describe a case of a febrile returned traveler to South Africa whose prompt initial diagnostic work-up was notable for a false-positive malaria rap...

Severe central nervous system infections (CNSI), including community-acquired CNSI (CA-CNSI) and healthcare-associated ventriculitis and meningitis (HAVM), present high morbidity and mortality. Intraventricular antibiotic treatment (IVT) is advisable for these infections, though evidence is limited. We retrospectively analyzed data on 27 patients w...

Osteoarticular tuberculosis (TB) is an uncommon form of extrapulmonary TB that has the potential to damage joints and bones, generating long-term impairment. Mainly, the initial diagnosis of osteoarticular TB relies on clinical findings and imaging. When required, imaging can aim for less invasive tissue or fluid sampling for pathology, microbiolog...

Background The ability of bronchial amylase level for predicting ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP) has been extensively studied with conflicting results. This meta-analysis aimed to explore the value of bronchial amylase for predicting VAP in intubated adults. Methods PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were sear...

Certification of appreciation for reviewing a research paper from South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology.

An experimental and theoretical study of the technology of using the micromycete-bacterial biopreparation Mycobact (St. Petersburg Biotechnologies LLC), designed to intensify the processes of humification of straw and stubble of grain crops in natural field conditions, as well as to reduce the level of concomitant release of greenhouse gas CO2 from...

Here's the latest in the case of the Canadian teen infected with bird flu which is being closely watched across the world. The National Microbiology Laboratory in Winnipeg confirmed that the teen tested positive for H5N1 bird flu on November 13, 2024. The symptoms reported upon the initial hospital visit were cough, fever, and conjunctivitis which...

Water activity in compounded Water-in-Oil emulsions: An experimental determination and its implication for microbiological stability

Background Tuberculosis (TB), primarily caused by mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), remains a significant public health concern globally, particularly in low-resource settings. Extrapulmonary tuberculosis (EPTB), which affects organs beyond the lungs, presents diagnostic and treatment challenges, necessitating improved clinical management strategie...

Se presenta un documento, elaborado por estudiantes de séptimo semestre de la Licenciatura en Microbiología de la Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, en la que desarrollan un Análisis de Riesgo Epidemiológico Infeccioso para la comunidad de Valencia, España, luego de las inundaciones provocadas por la DANA el 29 de octubre de 2024.

As sementes exercem a função de perpetuar e multiplicar a espécie, além de serem responsáveis pelo potencial máximo de produtividade na lavoura, pois carregam consigo quatro fatores limitantes de produtividade, que são a genética, a sanidade, o físico e o fisiológico. Sendo assim, há dois motivos que levam a enfatizar a importância de se obter seme...

The study aims to identify the specifics and nature of the commemoration processes related to the Soviet microbiologist, academician of medicine Z. V. Ermolyeva (1898-1974), who obtained the first domestic antibiotic penicillin-crustosin. The article analyzes the commemorative practices aimed at preserving the historical memory of the outstanding R...

The purpose of this study to evaluate the microbiological quality of vacuum packaged meat product samples (luncheon-sausage) collected from different markets in Qalyobia governorate (30 of each). The obtained results indicated that the mean values of APC, anaerobic plate count and Enterobacteriacea counts was 2.1xl0 6 ±1.5xl0 6 , 1.5xl0 7 ±3.5xl0 6...