Antibacterial Activity of Traditional Medicinal Plants Used for the Treatment of Acute Diarrheal Diseases in Chiapas, Mexico by Jesús Mauricio Ernesto Hernández-Méndez, Israel Peña-Hernández, Mariela Tapia-Nazario, Gerardo Leyva-Padrón, Abumalé Cruz-Salomón, María Emperatriz Domínguez-Espinosa, Héctor Armando Esquinca-Avilés, Maritza del Carmen Hernández-Cruz, Rocío Magdalena Sánchez-Albores, Kelly del Carmen Cruz-Salomón, Rosa Isela Cruz-Rodríguez, Martha Guadalupe Gómez-Santos

“…Antibacterial activity was assessed using disk diffusion assays and MIC determined by macrodilution. …”
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Perbedaan Efek Antibakteri Kapsul Minyak Bawang Putih (Garlic Oil) dan Kapsul Bubuk Bawang Putih (Garlic Powder) Terhadap Pertumbuhan Bakteri Staphylococcus aureus dan Escherichia... by Ismail Fajri, Erly ., Elly Usman

“…The type of research is experimental by using the disc diffusion method. The results of this study, garlic oil capsules and garlic powder capsules do not have the ability to produce a zone of inhibition against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. …”
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Antibiotics Resistance and Biofilm Formation Capacity of Staphylococcus spp. Strains Isolated from Surfaces and Medicotechnical Materials by Akim Socohou, Haziz Sina, Cyriaque Degbey, Chimène Nanoukon, Kamirou Chabi-Sika, Hélène Ahouandjinou, Halfane Lehmane, Farid Baba-Moussa, Lamine Baba-Moussa

“…The susceptibility of Staphylococcus isolates to antibiotics was evaluated by the disc diffusion method according to EUCAST and CLSI recommendations. …”
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Tea Stem as a Sorbent for Removal of Methylene Blue from Aqueous Phase by Tzan-Chain Lee, Shumao Wang, Zonggui Huang, Zhongxing Mo, Gangxing Wang, Zhuanrong Wu, Chengshun Liu, Hua Han, Tzu-Hsing Ko

“…The calculated adsorption capacities at different temperatures derived from the pseudo-second-order model ranging from 68.91 to 69.8 mg/g were well close to the experimental data. The intraparticle diffusion of MB molecules into pore structures of tea stem powder is the rate-limiting step for the adsorption process in this study. …”
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Cobalt (II) phthalocyanine derived Co3O4@HCNFs as highly effective bifunctional electrocatalysts for iodide redox couple reduction (IRR) and oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) by Ziyu Guo, Wenyu Gong, Jianing Guo, Mingxing Wu

“…Moreover, the specific hollow structure with opens at both ends is beneficial for mass diffusion to ensure sufficient contact between the electrolyte and the electrocatalysts, which is also a possible reason for the high catalytic activity of Co3O4@HCNFs. …”
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Perbandingan Efek Antibakteri Madu Asli Sikabu dengan Madu Lubuk Minturun terhadap Escherichia Coli dan Staphylococcus Aureus secara In Vitro by Yugo Berri Putra Rio, Aziz Djamal, Asterina .

“…Type of research is experimental diffusion method (disc method) and analytical distinction owned by<br />linking the two of honey as an antibacterial effect. …”
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Protocol for a randomised ‘screen-and-treat’ Helicobacter pylori eradication trial in 14–18-years-old adolescents residing in three regions of Chile: effectiveness and microbiologi... by Ximena Aguilera, Camila Cabrera, Sergio George, Yalda Lucero, Beatriz Zabala Torres, Lilian Fernández, Nora Mamani, Anne Lagomarcino, Miguel O'Ryan

“…Stool samples will be employed for Escherichia coli and Enterococcus spp—culture, assessing AMR via the disk diffusion method. H. pylori clarithromycin resistance will be determined by molecular method from stool samples. …”
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Comprehensive safety and toxicity analysis of 2,2’-Bipyridine derivatives in combating MRSA biofilm formation and persistence by Priyanka, Priyanka, Mohini Sharma, Bhavna Vaid, Bhavna Vaid, Ram Bharti, Ram Bharti, Sachin Raut, Sachin Raut, R. S. Jolly, Neeraj Khatri, Neeraj Khatri

“…These factors contribute to the complexity of managing MRSA infections and highlight the urgent need for innovative treatment strategies.ObjectivesThis endeavor aims to evaluate the safety of 2,2’-Bipyridine (2,2’-Bipy) derivatives and their antimicrobial, anti-biofilm, and anti-persister activities in treating MRSA Infections.MethodsSix derivatives were screened for their ADMET properties and tested for minimum inhibitory concentrations against various bacterial strains using agar well diffusion and broth dilution. Safety studies were conducted through hemolysis tests, cell viability assays, and in vivo acute oral toxicity examinations. …”
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Role of stability analysis and waste discharge concentration of ternary hybrid nanofluid in a non-Newtonian model with slip boundary conditions by Nurhana Mohamad, Shuguang Li, Umair Khan, Anuar Ishak, Ali Elrashidi, Mohammed Zakarya

“…Investigating the effects of waste discharge on nanofluids using a non-Newtonian fluid model is vital for enhancing heat and mass transfer performance in engineering systems, such as cooling systems in power plants, oil, and gas drilling operations, and wastewater treatment facilities, while simultaneously mitigating the environmental impact of pollutant diffusion in these industrial processes. Therefore, this study examines the effects of porous medium, thermal radiation, magnetic effect, and external pollutants in a water-based ternary hybrid nanofluid flow within the context of the Reiner-Philippoff fluid model. …”
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Synthesis, characterization and biological profile of some new dihydropyrimidinone derivaties by Madiha Kanwal, Humaira Nadeem, Sumra Malik, Saima Maqsood

“…Also in-vitro anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant activity was performed by using ager well diffusion method and DPPH assay respectively. Moreover, the In-vivo biological evaluation of these derivatives was conducted by using carrageenan-induced hind paw model. …”
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Development of antibacterial magnetic clay-based nanocomposites for water treatment by Horue, Manuel, Barraqué, Facundo, Montes, María Luciana, Zelaya-Soulé, María Emilia, Morantes, César Fernández, Urruchua, Florencia Camila, Correa, Hilda Edith, Castro, Guillermo Raul, Fernandez, Mariela Alejandra

“…In addition, the agar disk-diffusion method revealed that antimicrobial agents were not released from clays, which is a relevant fact in the water treatment process.…”
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Guava Leaf Extract Exhibits Antimicrobial Activity in Extensively Drug-Resistant (XDR) <i>Acinetobacter baumannii</i> by Daniela Gutierrez-Montiel, Alma L. Guerrero-Barrera, Flor Y. Ramírez-Castillo, Fabiola Galindo-Guerrero, Ingrid G. Ornelas-García, Norma A. Chávez-Vela, Matheus de O. Costa, Francisco J. Avelar-Gonzalez, Adriana C. Moreno-Flores, Erick Vazquez-Pedroza, José M. Arreola-Guerra, Mario González-Gámez

“…This study analyzes the antimicrobial effects of guava leaf extract in ten clinical isolates of extensively drug-resistant (XDR) <i>A. baumannii</i>, using the agar diffusion technique and the microdilution method to determine the minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs). …”
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Exploring New Delhi Metallo Beta Lactamases in Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli: genotypic vs. phenotypic insights by Noor Ul Ain, Linzy Elton, Zahra Sadouki, Timothy D. McHugh, Saba Riaz

“…Isolates were analyzed to detect Carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae (CREK) using disk diffusion, MIC test, and PCR targeting bla NDM. Antibiotic susceptibility patterns were analyzed and visualized using single-linkage hierarchical clustering, with results displayed on a permuted heat map. …”
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Feasibility of an indocyanine green-hyaluronic acid mixture (LuminoMark™) for targeting suspicious axillary lymph nodes in patients with breast cancer by Jeeyeon Lee, Byeongju Kang, Jin Hyang Jung, Hye Jung Kim, Won Hwa Kim, Jung Dug Yang, Joon Seok Lee, Yee Soo Chae, Soo Jung Lee, In Hee Lee, Ji-Young Park, Nora Jee-Young Park, Ho Yong Park

“…Abstract Purpose During breast cancer surgery, the use of dyes such as indigo carmine, methylene blue, or indocyanine green (ICG) for targeting axillary lymph nodes (ALNs) under ultrasound guidance can result in rapid diffusion, complicated tissue differentiation, and disruption of staining. …”
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Effect of hydrophobic corrosion inhibitor on the cement hydration and leaching resistance of shotcrete by Wei Wang, Junsong Chen, Shuang Zhao, Luping Zeng, Jingshun Cai, Song Mu, Jinxiang Hong, Min Qiao

“…Moreover, hydrophobic corrosion inhibitor could reduce the water absorption rate and chloride ions diffusion coefficient of shotcrete specimens, indicating its excellent hydrophobicity. …”
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Detecting respiratory impairment in newly diagnosed rheumatoid arthritis by MRC dyspnoea scale and microfibrillar-associated protein 4 by Bjørk K. Sofiudottir, Sören Möller, Robin Christensen, Stefan Harders, Grith L. Sørensen, Jesper Blegvad, Mette Herly, Dzenan Masic, Grazina Urbonaviciene, Frank Andersen, Christin Isaksen, Brian Bridal Løgstrup, Charlotte Hyldgaard, Torkell Ellingsen

“…Respiratory impairment was defined as a diffusion capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide (DLCO) <80% predicted or FEV1/FVC <70%. …”
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Microbial community structure and functional traits involved in the adaptation of culturable bacteria within the gut of amphipods from the deepest ocean by Yukun Cui, Yu Xiao, Zhuo Wang, Paiyao Ji, Changhao Zhang, Yongqi Li, Jiasong Fang, Xi Yu

“…The ProBio database and the K-B agar diffusion method indicated that P. pentosaceus XY62 exhibited the highest probiotic activity compared with all other isolated strains. …”
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Utilization of Phosphogypsum and Sediment in Subgrade Material for Pavement Construction by Dragana Tomašević Pilipović, Nataša Slijepčević, Dunja Rađenović Veselić, Miloš Šešlija, Vesna Bulatović, Nataša Duduković

“…The results showed that the metals exhibit moderate mobility, with average diffusion coefficients (De) ranging from 10⁻⁸ cm²/s for Zn (in both mixtures) to 10⁻¹² cm²/s for Cr (in mixture F-3). …”
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Effect of Particle Size on Structural, Physicochemical and Functional Properties of Highland Barley Bran by Tong WANG, Xueqing WANG, Yaning TIAN, Jingjing YANG, Bin DANG, Xiaogang SHEN, Fengzhong WANG, Lili WANG

“…In vitro glucose adsorption experiments demonstrated that as the particle size decreased, highland barley bran exhibited enhanced adsorption ability and inhibition of diffusion for high concentrations of glucose. In conclusion, airflow impact milling, a physical modification, effectively reduced the particle size distribution of highland barley bran and significantly altered its chemical composition, microstructure, pore structure, and particle packing state, thereby affecting its physicochemical and functional characteristics.…”
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Phytochemical Profile Screening and Selected Bioactivity of <i>Myrtus communis</i> Berries Extracts Obtained from Ultrasound-Assisted and Supercritical Fluid Extraction by Ilir Mërtiri, Gigi Coman, Mihaela Cotârlet, Mihaela Turturică, Nicoleta Balan, Gabriela Râpeanu, Nicoleta Stănciuc, Liliana Mihalcea

“…., <i>Escherichia coli</i>, and <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> using the disk diffusion method. Both myrtle berry extracts exhibited similar antibacterial activity against the tested bacterial strains. …”
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