Sol-Gel Derived Mg-Based Ceramic Scaffolds Doped with Zinc or Copper Ions: Preliminary Results on Their Synthesis, Characterization, and Biocompatibility by Georgios S. Theodorou, Eleana Kontonasaki, Anna Theocharidou, Athina Bakopoulou, Maria Bousnaki, Christina Hadjichristou, Eleni Papachristou, Lambrini Papadopoulou, Nikolaos A. Kantiranis, Konstantinos Chrissafis, Konstantinos M. Paraskevopoulos, Petros T. Koidis

“…An additional property of a scaffold aimed at dental tissue regeneration is to protect the regeneration process against oral bacteria penetration. In this respect, novel bioactive scaffolds containing Mg2+ and Cu2+ or Zn2+, ions known for their antimicrobial properties, were synthesized by the foam replica technique and tested regarding their bioactive response in SBF, mechanical properties, degradation, and porosity. …”
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Molecular investigation of feline herpesvirus 1 (fhv-1) and feline calicivirus in cats with respiratory system problem by Seval Bilge Dağalp, Fırat Doğan, Touraj Aligholipour Farzani, Ali Rıza Babaoğlu, Gülizar Acar Kırmızı, Mehmet Çabalar

“…In addition, factors other than FHV and FCV (bacteria such as M.felis, C.felis, B.bronchoseptica) can be found in cats with respiratory, eye and oral lesions and these factors should be checked in infected cats.…”
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Invasive Klebsiella pneumoniae liver abscess syndrome complicated by carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii infection: a case report by Qiupeng Feng, Qiupeng Feng, Hua Yuan, Hua Yuan, Jin Ma, Jin Ma, Zhiqiang Guo, Zhiqiang Guo, Xiaohua Xia, Xiaohua Xia, Guang Zhao, Guang Zhao

“…The treatment was successful, and the patient fully recovered and was discharged.ConclusionBy reporting this rare case and highlighting the drug resistance of the bacteria, we propose a new diagnosis and treatment plan for managing Klebsiella pneumoniae combined with carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii infection, along with a literature review.…”
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Subhepatic appendicitis in a 27-year-old male: a case report from Odahulle General Hospital of Ethiopia by Abduletif Haji Ababor Abagojam, Abduletif Haji Ababor Abagojam, Remedan Jemal Dekema, Tamirat Godebo Woyimo, Jafer Yasin Mohammed, Kedir Negesso Tukeni

“…Laboratory investigations were unremarkable apart from the stool examinations which revealed many pus and red blood cells and was full of actively motile bacteria. An abdominal ultrasound showed an enlarged subhepatic appendix with an internal fecalith 1 cm in depth, that was partially compressible, with no obvious peri appendiceal free fluid or other pathology. …”
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Dangerous Liaison: Helicobacter pylori, Ganglionitis, and Myenteric Gastric Neurons: A Histopathological Study by Liana Sticlaru, Florica Stăniceanu, Mirela Cioplea, Luciana Nichita, Alexandra Bastian, Gianina Micu, Cristiana Popp

“…The distribution of density, inflammation, and programmed cell death in neurons was immunohistochemically assessed in full-thickness archival tissue samples obtained from 40 patients with H. pylori infection who underwent surgery for gastric cancer and were compared with findings on samples collected from 40 age- and sex-matched subjects without bacteria. Overall, significant differences were noted between H. pylori-positive and H. pylori-negative patients. …”
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Influence of the polysaccharide capsule on virulence and fitness of Klebsiella pneumoniae by Lisa Zierke, Rodi Mourad, Thomas P. Kohler, Mathias Müsken, Sven Hammerschmidt

“…IntroductionThe capsular polysaccharide (CPS) of pathogenic bacteria is a critical virulence factor, often evading phagocytosis by host immune cells, while also interfering with the contact of the pathogen with host cells and contributing to biofilm formation. …”
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Effects of POPs-induced SIRT6 alteration on intestinal mucosal barrier function: A comprehensive review by Guangcan Chen, Tengyang Huang, Yifeng Dai, Xia Huo, Xijin Xu

“…The intestinal mucosal barrier, a sophisticated defense mechanism comprising the epithelial layer, mucosal chemistry, and cellular immunity, shields the host from external threats and fosters a symbiotic relationship with intestinal bacteria. Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), a sirtuin family member, is pivotal in genome and telomere stability, inflammation regulation, and metabolic processes. …”
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Optimization of Fermentation Conditions for Increasing Erucamide Content in <i>Bacillus megaterium</i> Using Several Accelerants by Hao Zhao, Yudan Xie, Zhu Li, Longfeng Wei, Renli Ai

“…The mechanism of membrane metabolism in the L2 strain was further investigated, and our data suggested that the conductivity, nucleic acid and protein content, and β-galactosidase activity of L2 were increased significantly after treatment with accelerants, indicating that the accelerants changed the cell membrane permeability of the L2 strain but did not harm or kill the bacteria. Moreover, GC-MS analysis of the cell membrane fatty acids of the L2 strain showed that the ratio of unsaturated to saturated fatty acid components increased from 0.893 to 1.856, which increased the fluidity and reduced the rigidity of the cell membrane. …”
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Effect of using a hemostatic gelatin sponge versus a dense polytetrafluorethylene membrane for socket sealing following immediate implant placement: a randomized clinical study by Mahmoud Shalash, Aalaa Emara

“…Abstract Background Socket sealing following flapless immediate implant placement involves placing a barrier membrane to prevent the ingrowth of bacteria or contaminants to the dental implant during the early phase of healing. …”
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Hydrogeochemistry of Surface and Ground Water in Alatening Village, Northwest Region, Cameroon by Kahnji Iren Njoyim, Lucas Kengni, Margaret Awah Tita, Estella Njoyim Buleng Tamungang, Vitalis Fonfo Fonzenyuy, Bertrand Tatoh Aziwo

“…Faecal coliforms as well as specific bacteria such as Enterobacter, Escherichia coli, Streptococcus, Salmonella, and Shigella were found in all the water samples, attributable to poor hygiene. …”
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Phenotypic and Genotypic Identification of Antimicrobial Resistance amongst the Campylobacter jejuni and Campylobacter coli Strains Isolated from Raw Milk of Animal Species by Gholamreza Banisharif Dehkordi, Mohammad Hossein Marhamatizadeh, Hassan Momtaz

“…The simultaneous presence of phenotypic and genotypic profiles of antimicrobial resistance amongst the resistant C. jejuni and C. coli bacteria suggests an imperative threat rendering contaminated raw milk consumption and probable occurrence of campylobacteriosis.…”
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Cross-contamination Risks in Dry Produce Packinghouses: Efficacy of Alcohol-based Sanitizers to Reduce Salmonella and Potential Surrogates on Relevant Surface Materials by Alexandra Nerney, Stuart Reitz, Jovana Kovacevic, Joy Waite-Cusic

“…Commercial sanitizers and alcohol solutions were tested for efficacy of reducing targeted bacteria on FCS. Reductions were quantified after 30 s and after drying (15 min). …”
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Acute Attack of Pseudogout with the Wide Lesion in Lumbar Spondylolytic Spondylolisthesis by Hironari Kaneyama, Yuichiro Morishita, Osamu Kawano, Takuaki Yamamoto, Takeshi Maeda

“…Smear speculum of synovial fluid tested negative for bacteria and fungi; however, a number of crystals were seen. …”
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Structural study, optical properties, thermal stability, and biological activity of a non-centrosymmetric hybrid compound 3,4-Diaminopyridinium perchlorate (3,4-DAPP) by Soulayma Mtar, Sameh Sellami, Nassira Chniba-Boudjada, Mohamed Boujelbene

“…However, it was less effective than 3,4-diaminopyridine (3,4-DAP) against several other bacteria, indicating that the perchlorate group in 3,4-DAPP may reduce its antimicrobial efficacy.…”
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Probiotic Amelioration of Azotemia in 5/6th Nephrectomized Sprague-Dawley Rats by Natarajan Ranganathan, Beena Patel, Pari Ranganathan, Joseph Marczely, Rahul Dheer, Tushar Chordia, Stephen R. Dunn, Eli A. Friedman

“…The present study was to test the hypothesis that selected bacteria instilled into the gastrointestinal tract could help in converting nitrogenous wastes accumulated due to renal insufficiency into nontoxic compounds; thereby, ameliorating the biochemical imbalance. …”
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A VersaTile Approach to Reprogram the Specificity of the R2-Type Tailocin Towards Different Serotypes of <i>Escherichia coli</i> and <i>Klebsiella pneumoniae</i> by Dorien Dams, Célia Pas, Agnieszka Latka, Zuzanna Drulis-Kawa, Lars Fieseler, Yves Briers

“…<b>Background:</b> Phage tail-like bacteriocins, or tailocins, provide a competitive advantage to producer cells by killing closely related bacteria. Morphologically similar to headless phages, their narrow target specificity is determined by receptor-binding proteins (RBPs). …”
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Investigation of Hydro-Geochemical Characteristics of Groundwater In Port Harcourt City, Nigeria: Implication for Use and Vulnerability by HO Nwankwoala, GJ Udom

“…Microbial analysis of the water samples to determine the presumptive coliform count of the water indicates the presence of coliform bacteria in majority of the analysed samples, indicating anthropogenic contamination of groundwater. …”
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Potential risks of bacterial plant pathogens from thawing permafrost in the Alaskan tundra by Dockyu Kim, Mincheol Kim, Sungho Woo, Sungjin Nam, Nu Ri Myeong, Eungbin Kim, Yung Mi Lee

“…Following incubation, we examined the changes in bacterial abundance and community composition and tested the reactivation and pathogenicity of dormant plant pathogenic bacteria. Bacterial abundance, measured by colony-forming units and 16S rRNA gene copies, distinctly increased in the T and P layers after thawing. …”
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Systematic review and meta-analysis of colistin plus meropenem therapy for the treatment of nosocomial pneumonia by Hazhir Moradi, Zahra Sadat Sajadi-Javan, Sarah Mousavi, Soodabeh Rostami, Bita Moradi Khaniabadi

“… Background and Objectives: Nosocomial pneumonia caused by multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria presents a significant challenge for healthcare systems, as there are limited effective treatments available. …”
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Tuberculosis Mimicking-Musculoskeletal Tumor of The Hand: An Uncommon Case of Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis by Andy Lesmana, Hapsari Retno Dewanti, Lenty BR Perangin Angin, Muhamad Irvan Muzakky, Stefi Geovani Valentin Hayon, Mentari Maratus Sholihah, Muhammad Ifham Hanif

“…The acid-fast staining confirmed the presence of bacilliform bacteria. Discussion: Extrapulmonary tuberculosis typically results from secondary hematogenous dissemination and reactivation of the main foci. …”
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