Prevalence and factors associated with multidrug resistant Escherichia coli carriage on chicken farms in west Nile region in Uganda: A cross-sectional survey. by Ceaser Adibaku Nyolimati, Jonathan Mayito, Emmanuel Obuya, Atim Stella Acaye, Emmanuel Isingoma, Daniel Kibombo, D M Byonanebye, Richard Walwema, David Musoke, Christopher Garimoi Orach, Francis Kakooza

“…Infections with multi-drug-resistant (MDR) pathogens in food-animals threaten public health and food security. …”
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SEEG-Based Bilateral Seizure Network Analysis for Neurostimulation Treatment by Genchang Peng, Mehrdad Nourani, Jay Harvey

“…Epilepsy patients with drug-resistant seizures emanating from two or more distinct regions of left and right hemispheres are the primary candidates for neurostimulation treatment. …”
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Microbial Load and Antibiotic Resistance of Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Khebab Sold on a University Campus and Its Environs in Ghana by Azumah Ayamah, Augustina Angelina Sylverken, Linda Aurelia Ofori

“…Also, the S. aureus and E. coli isolated were multiresistant to the antibiotics tested and could be a medium for the transmission of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and therefore expose consumers to a high risk of contracting foodborne infections with drug-resistant strains.…”
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Antibacterial Efficacy and Healing Potential of Honey from Different Zones in Nigeria on Diabetic-Induced Wound Infection in Wistar Rats by Obakpororo Ejiro Agbagwa, Chimezie Ekeke, Precious Chidinma Israel

“…There is an increase in drug-resistant strains causing infection, thus making available therapeutics less effective. …”
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Natural Cyclic Peptides: Synthetic Strategies and Biomedical Applications by Devan Buchanan, Shogo Mori, Ahmed Chadli, Siva S. Panda

“…Their unique ability to combine high specificity with desirable pharmacokinetic properties makes them valuable tools in addressing unmet medical needs, such as combating drug-resistant pathogens and targeting challenging biological pathways. …”
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Genomic characterization of antimicrobial-resistance and virulence factors in Salmonella isolates obtained from pig farms in Antioquia, Colombia. by María Isabel García-Álvarez, Juana L Vidal, Pilar Donado-Godoy, Jared Smith, Nikki Shariat, María Fernanda Valencia, Luis M Gómez-Osorio, Sara López-Osorio, Jenny J Chaparro-Gutiérrez

“…<h4>Conclusion</h4>The presence of multi-drug resistant Salmonella strains in pigs destined for human consumption in Antioquia, Colombia was determined. …”
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Tackling Microbial Resistance and Emerging Pathogens with Next-Generation Antibiotics by Kar Jing Chong, Huang Feng, Vengadesh Letchumanan, Masita Arip, Omotayo Fatokun, Lazuardi Mochamad, Chin Tat Ng, Sasikala Chinnapan, Malarvili Selvaraja

“…However, the misuse and abuse of antimicrobial agents are accompanied by major ramifications like antimicrobial resistance, creating drug-resistant superbugs. This issue is concerning worldwide, as dwindling effective antibiotics lead to rising healthcare costs, re-hospitalization, and disease severity. …”
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A Comprehensive Study of the Relationship between the Production of β-Lactamase Enzymes and Iron/Siderophore Uptake Regulatory Genes in Clinical Isolates of Acinetobacter baumannii... by Mahyar Porbaran, Hamed Tahmasebi, MohammadReza Arabestani

“…Based on our knowledge from this study, the association between β-lactamase production and IUS genes in A. baumannii plays an essential role in the emergence of drug-resistant strains.…”
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Characterization of Carbapenem-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii Strains Isolated from Hospitalized Patients in Palestine by Regeen Handal, Lulu Qunibi, Ibrahim Sahouri, Maha Juhari, Rula Dawodi, Hiyam Marzouqa, Musa Hindiyeh

“…The detection of these drug resistant pathogens is a reminder of the importance of active surveillance for resistant bacteria in order to prevent their spread in hospital settings.…”
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The effect of carbonyl cyanide m-chlorophenyl-hydrazine on antibiotic susceptibility in MDR Enterobacteriaceae isolates in Babylon, Iraq by Hadeel Qasim Jebur, Alaa H. Al-Charrakh

“…Abstract Background: One of the efflux pump inhibitors is carbonyl cyanide 3-chlorophenylhydrazone (CCCP) that has often been found to increase the susceptibility of a number of multi-drug resistant (MDR) MDR bacteria, isolated from human clinical specimens. …”
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Understanding Nigeria’s antibiotic resistance crisis among neonates and its future implications by Victor Oluwatomiwa Ajekiigbe, Ikponmwosa Jude Ogieuhi, Temiloluwa Adebayo Odeniyi, Praise Oluwatobi Ogunleke, Josiah Temitope Olatunde, Adedoyin Veronica Babalola, Akintunde Abisoye Omoleke, Tolulope Felix Omitade, Damilare Emmanuel Olakanmi, Adewunmi Akingbola, Chidera Stanley Anthony

“…Studies show a significant rise in multi-drug-resistant infections, with almost half of Escherichia coli and 86% of Staphylococcus aureus strains among newborns resistant to conventionally used antibiotics like penicillin. …”
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Infected burn wound healing using Hydroxy-propyl-methyl cellulose gel containing bacteriophages against Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae by Meysam Adibi, Kazem Javanmardi, Noor Al-Huda Ali A.H. Saeed, Mohammad Ali Mobasher, Javad Jokar, Abdolmajid Ghasemian, Niloofar Rahimian, Ava Soltani Hekmat

“…Conclusion: The results of this study indicate that lytic phages are powerful biological tools for the treatment of bacterial infections in burn wounds, which can be considered as one of the alternatives for drug-resistant bacterial species and the high costs of antibiotics; though further animal and trial studies are needed. …”
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The Impact of Zinc Supplementation on the Course of Infections by Justyna Woźniak, Ewelina Kopczyńska, Piotr Kulej, Wiktor Biesiada, Justyna Weronika Kmieć, Anna-Mariia Chernysh, Aleksandra Dusińska, Jakub Waszczyński, Kamila Fuczyło, Karolina Stankevič

“…Zinc also destabilized microbial membranes, inhibiting bacterial and viral replication, including multi-drug-resistant strains. Furthermore, zinc supplementation improved gut microbiome composition, promoting beneficial bacteria and reducing pathogenic growth. …”
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Advances in chromosomal microarray analysis: Transforming neurology and neurosurgery by Wireko Andrew Awuah, Muhammad Hamza Shah, Vivek Sanker, Krishitha Meenu Mannan, Sruthi Ranganathan, Princess Afia Nkrumah-Boateng, Mabel Frimpong, Kwadwo Darko, Joecelyn Kirani Tan, Toufik Abdul-Rahman, Oday Atallah

“…In epilepsy, CMA helps identify genetic causes of drug-resistant seizures, enabling more targeted therapies and reducing adverse reactions. …”
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The Global Challenge of <i>Campylobacter</i>: Antimicrobial Resistance and Emerging Intervention Strategies by Zubeiru Bukari, Toyin Emmanuel, Jude Woodward, Richard Ferguson, Martha Ezughara, Nikhil Darga, Bruno Silvester Lopes

“…Resistance to fluoroquinolones, macrolides, and tetracyclines complicates treatment and increases the risk of severe infections. Drug-resistant <i>Campylobacter</i> is transmitted to humans via contaminated food, water, and direct contact with animals, highlighting its zoonotic potential. …”
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Pharmacophore-based approach for the identification of prospective UDP-2,3-diacylglucosamine hydrolase (LpxH) inhibitor from natural product database against Salmonella Typhi by Divyapriya Karthikeyan, Sanjit Kumar, NS Jayaprakash

“…The study concluded that compounds 1615 and 1553 hold significant potential as lead molecules for developing new treatments against drug-resistant S. Typhi infections. This study illustrates how computational techniques, such as MD simulations and pharmacophore modeling, can speed up drug discovery, especially in the fight against antibiotic resistance.…”
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Targeted therapy for cisplatin‐resistant lung cancer via aptamer‐guided nano‐zinc carriers containing USP14 siRNA by Xinmin Zhao, Xianghua Wu, Huijie Wang, Songtao Lai, Jialei Wang

“…These results indicate that aptamer‐guided nano‐zinc carriers may be a potent carrier for the precise treatment of drug‐resistant tumors.…”
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Biosynthesis of ZnO nanoparticles using banana peel pectin for antibacterial and photocatalytic applications by Kazi Suraiya Islam, Md. Hasnain Mustak, Md. Khalid Hossain Shishir, Md. Minnatul Karim, Gazi Md. Arifuzzaman Khan

“…Moreover, the p-ZnO NPs exhibited a significant bactericidal effect against drug-resistant gram-positive Staphylococcus aureus but were ineffective against gram-negative Escherichia coli.…”
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Impact of discontinuation of cephazolin prophylaxis on the incidence of postoperative adverse events in cataract surgery by Kazutaka Uchida, Keita Takahama, Kenshiro Higashi, Yuki Kusano, Koki Matsumoto, Yoshihiro Nakagawa, Kazutaka Oda

“…The routine use of systemic antimicrobial agents for preventing surgical site infections lacks strong evidence and may increase the risk of drug-resistant bacteria and adverse events. This study examined the impact of discontinuing cefazolin (CEZ) administration during the perioperative period of cataract surgery on the incidence of postoperative adverse events and medical costs. …”
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Temperate phage-antibiotic synergy is widespread—extending to Pseudomonas—but varies by phage, host strain, and antibiotic pairing by Rabia Fatima, Alexander P. Hynes

“…Supported by this interaction, here we explore the potential use of combined temperate phage and antibiotic against the multi-drug-resistant pathogen, Pseudomonas aeruginosa. In all, thirty-nine temperate phages were isolated from clinical strains, and a subset was screened for synergy with six antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, meropenem, piperacillin, tobramycin, and polymyxin B), using checkerboard assays. …”
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