Syzygium malaccense leaf extract-mediated silver nanoparticles: synthesis, characterization, and biomedical evaluation in Caenorhabditis elegans and lung cancer cell line by Santosh Mallikarjun Bhavi, Bothe Thokchom, Sapam Riches Singh, Sukesh Kumar Bajire, Rajesh P. Shastry, B. S. Srinath, Shivanand S. Bhat, Kotresha Dupadahalli, Chandramohan Govindasamy, Swati Ravi Chalekar, B. P. Harini, Ramesh Babu Yarajarla

“…This study demonstrates the potential of SM-AgNPs in biomedical applications, emphasizing selective anticancer activity and antimicrobial effects in vivo.…”
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Isolation and identification of novel casein-derived bioactive peptides and potential functions in fermented casein with Lactobacillus helveticus by Mengzhu Fan, Tingting Guo, Wanru Li, Jing Chen, Fushuo Li, Chao Wang, Yi Shi, David Xi-an Li, Shaohui Zhang

“…Forty-four of the identified peptides were previously described as bioactive, including angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE)-inhibitory, antioxidant, immunomodulating, antimicrobial, DPP-IV inhibitory, antiamnesic and anticancer effects and so on. …”
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Osteomyelitis in Cat-Scratch Disease: A Never-Ending Dilemma—A Case Report and Literature Review by D. Donà, L. Nai Fovino, E. Mozzo, G. Cabrelle, G. Bordin, R. Lundin, C. Giaquinto, T. Zangardi, O. Rampon

“…Treatment represents a never-ending dilemma: surgical intervention or use of antibiotics is still controversial, and more studies are needed to define the best antimicrobial regimen.…”
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Novel (±)-trans-β-lactam ureas: Synthesis, in silico and in vitro biological profiling by Jurin Mladenka, Stepanić Višnja, Bojanić Krunoslav, Vadlja Denis, Kontrec Darko, Dražić Tonko, Roje Marin

“…The amino group at the C3 position of the b-lactam ring was used for further structural upgrade. trans-b-lactam ureas 4a–t were prepared by the condensation reaction of the amino group of b-lactam ring with various aromatic and aliphatic isocyanates. Antimicrobial activity of compounds 4a–t was evaluated in vitro and neither antibacterial nor antifungal activity were observed. …”
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Synthesis of bioactive quinazolin-4(3H)-one derivatives via microwave activation tailored by phase-transfer catalysis by El-Badry Yaser A., El-Hashash Mahr A., Al-Ali Khalil

“…The structure of the synthesized compounds was elucidated using different spectral and chemical analyses. In vitro antimicrobial activity of the compounds was investigated against four bacterial and two fungal strains; very modest activity was achieved. …”
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Intestinal obstruction caused by disseminated mycobacterium avium complex disease following solid organ transplantation: a case report by Akane Mita, Sho Nakakubo, Yusuke Nishimura, Hideki Shima, Masaaki Watanabe, Tsuyoshi Shimamura, Satoshi Konno

“…However, biopsies showed CD68-positive histiocyte-like cells with numerous acid-fast bacilli, confirming disseminated MAC infection. Despite ongoing antimicrobial therapy, the patient’s intestinal lesions persisted, and she required prolonged hospitalization and interventions for bile drainage and enteral nutrition. …”
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Draft genome dataset of Streptomyces griseoincarnatus strain R-35 isolated from tidal pool sedimentsMendeley DataNCBI by Danielle Dana Mitchell, Jo-Marie Vreulink, Alaric Prins, Marilize Le Roes-Hill

“…The CARD RGI algorithm on Proksee predicted the presence of 6,107 antimicrobial resistance (AMR) features, 27 biosynthetic gene clusters (BGCs) were predicted using antiSMASH, while 189 carbohydrate-active enzymes (CAZymes) were predicted using dbCAN3. …”
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Effect of the <i>Bifidobacterium animalis</i> Subsp. <i>Lactis</i>, BB-12^® on <i>Cronobacter sakazakii</i> Growth in Infant Formulas with Different Acid-Buffering Capaci... by Anthimia Batrinou, Efstathia Tsakali, Vassilia J. Sinanoglou, Polyvakidi Maria Eleni, Katerina Pyrovolou, Arhontoula Chatzilazarou, Spyros J. Konteles

“…An analysis of the weak organic acids at 12 and 24 h of incubation revealed that the antimicrobial activity is significantly affected by the final pH value, the type of the weak organic acids, and their ionic–non-ionic ratio, which is formed through the common ion effect.…”
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Revolutionizing oral care: Reactive oxygen species (ROS)-Regulating biomaterials for combating infection and inflammation by Wei Zhao, Yu Zhang, Jing Chen, Danrong Hu

“…Conversely, the potent antimicrobial properties of ROS have inspired the development of various anti-infective therapies. …”
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Exploring the antibacterial and anti-biofilm activity of two Iranian medical-grade kinds of honey on multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa by Mustafa Riyadh Alshaybawee, Shahrzad Asgari, Paria Ghadersoltani, Ahmadreza Mehrabian, Parastoo Saniee

“…In this study, two types of Iranian honey were thoroughly characterized, and the antimicrobial and anti-biofilm properties were examined against three clinical strains of multidrug-resistant P. aeruginosa. …”
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Enhancement of Cognitive Benefits and Anti-Anxiety Effects of <i>Phytolacca americana</i> Fruits in a Zebrafish (<i>Danio rerio</i>) Model of Scopolamine-Induced Memory Impairment by Lucia-Florina Popovici, Ion Brinza, Florentina Gatea, Georgiana Ileana Badea, Emanuel Vamanu, Simona Oancea, Lucian Hritcu

“…<i>Phytolacca americana</i> fruits exhibit a wide range of biological activities, including antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties. …”
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Genomic Insight into <i>Vibrio</i> Isolates from Fresh Raw Mussels and Ready-to-Eat Stuffed Mussels by Artun Yibar, Muhammed Duman, Hilal Ay, Nihed Ajmi, Gorkem Tasci, Fatma Gurler, Sabire Guler, Danny Morick, Izzet Burcin Saticioglu

“…A total of 22 virulence factor (VF) classes and up to six antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes were detected in different <i>Vibrio</i> species. …”
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Research advance of Bacillus velezensis: bioinformatics, characteristics, and applications by Ting Su, Biao Shen, Xingjuan Hu, Yue Teng, Peifang Weng, Zufang Wu, Lianliang Liu

“…Bacillus velezensis is a Gram-positive and spore-forming bacterium. It has potent antimicrobial properties that can be used to promote plant growth and as a pesticide by inhibiting pathogens. …”
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Investigating the production and synergistic antibacterial activity of bacteriocin-like substance from Brevibacillus laterosporus SA-14 (TISTR 2453) for enhanced wound healing by Husna Madoromae, Apichart Atipairin, Malatee Tayeh, Monthon Lertcanawanichakul

“…The rise in antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) bacteria, especially Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), is a global health concern. …”
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Prevalence of nasopharyngeal bacteria during naturally occurring bovine respiratory disease in commercial stocker cattle by Afroza Akter, Hannah Teddleton, Marc Caldwell, Gina Pighetti, Phillip R. Myer, Madison T. Henniger, Liesel Schneider, Elizabeth Shepherd

“…Prophylactic use of antimicrobial drugs can alter the microbial communities in the respiratory tract. …”
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Effect of Aging on the Antifungal Activity and Surface Roughness of Soft Lining Material Incorporated with Chitosan Nano-Particles by Huda Abdul-Wahab Abdul-Shafi, Hawraa Khalid Aziz

“… Background: Chitosan is a natural bio-polymer, which has been utilized in different pharmaceutical and biomedical fields, and it has antimicrobial activities. Resilient liner, it’s a polymeric material, considered as a kind of "shock absorber". …”
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Exploring the Structural Diversity and Biotechnological Potential of the Rhodophyte Phycolectome by Éllen F. Rodrigues, Flavia Alves Verza, Felipe Garcia Nishimura, Renê Oliveira Beleboni, Cedric Hermans, Kaat Janssens, Maarten Lieven De Mol, Paco Hulpiau, Mozart Marins

“…Moreover, their diversity enables biotechnological exploration as biomarkers, biosensors, drug-delivery platforms, and lead molecules for anticancer, antidiabetic, and antimicrobial drugs. Lectins from Rhodophytes (red seaweed) have been extensively reported and characterized for their unique molecular structures, carbohydrate-binding specificities, and important biological activities. …”
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Antibiotic Resistance of Enterobacteriaceae in Microbiomes Associated with Poultry Farming by Anna S. Krivonogova, Irina M. Donnik, Albina G. Isaeva, Egor A. Loginov, Maxim V. Petropavlovskiy, Elisey N. Bespamyatnykh

“…A set of experiments covered the species composition of opportunistic Enterobacteriaceae, the phenotypic sensitivity to antibiotics, and the genetic determinants of resistance, as well as the antimicrobial potential of phytobiotics. E. coli developed no resistance for 37 days when the antibiotic dose remained below minimal inhibitory. …”
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Evaluating the Effect of Chloroform and Water Extract of Satureja khuzistanica on the Expression of Bcl-2 and Bax in Gastric Cancer Cell Line by Bagher Biglak, Asghar Tanomand, Leyla Açik, Farzad Arjomandi Rad, Gholamreza Shahsavari, Saman Kazemi, Hossein Soltanzadeh

“…Therefore, this study was conducted to evaluate the cytotoxic and apoptotic effects of this plant on the gastric cancer cell line. Methods: The antimicrobial activities of chloroform and water extracts were screened against pathogenic bacteria [Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)]. …”
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Genotypic and Phenotypic Characterizations of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) on Frequently Touched Sites from Public Hospitals in South Africa by Siyethaba Mkhize, Daniel G. Amoako, Christiana O. Shobo, Oliver T. Zishiri, Linda A. Bester

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