scholarly journals Antimicrobial activities encountered by sulfur nanoparticles combating Staphylococcal species harboring sccmecA recovered from acne vulgaris

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 481-498
Author(s):  
Noha M. Hashem ◽  
◽  
Alaa El-Din M.S. Hosny ◽  
Ali A. Abdelrahman ◽  
Samira Zakeer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Virulence Factors ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Pcr Analysis ◽  
Tem Analysis ◽  
Sulfur Nanoparticles

<abstract> <p>Over decades, sulfur has been employed for treatment of many dermatological diseases, several skin and soft tissue, and <italic>Staphylococcus</italic> infections. Because of its abuse, resistant bacterial strains have emerged. Nanotechnology has presented a new horizon to overcome abundant problems including drug resistance. Nano-sized sulfur has proven to retain bactericidal activity. Consequently, the specific aims of this study are exclusively directed to produce various sulfur nanoparticles formulations with control of particle size and morphology and investigate the antibacterial activity response specifically classified by the category of responses of different formulations, for the treatment of acne vulgaris resistant to conventional antibiotics. In this study, we produced uncoated sulfur nanoparticles (SNPs), sulfur nano-composite with chitosan (CS-SNPs), and sulfur nanoparticles coated with polyethylene glycol (PEG-SNPs) and evaluate their bactericidal impact against <italic>Staphylococcus aureus</italic> and <italic>Staphylococcus epidermidis</italic> isolated from 173 patients clinically diagnosed acne vulgaris. Accompanied with molecular investigations of <italic>erm</italic>B and <italic>mec</italic>A resistance genes distribution among the isolates. Sulfur nanoparticles were synthesized using acid precipitation method and were characterized by scanning electron microscope (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), energy dispersed x-ray spectroscopy (EDX), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). Moreover, agar diffusion and broth micro-dilution methods were applied to determine their antibacterial activity and their minimum inhibitory concentration. PCR analysis for virulence factors detection. Results: TEM analysis showed particle size of SNPs (11.7 nm), PEG-SNPs (27 nm) and CS-SNPs (33 nm). Significant antibacterial activity from nanoparticles formulations in 100% dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) with inhibition zone 30 mm and MIC at 5.5 µg/mL. Furthermore, the prevalence of <italic>mecA</italic> gene was the most abundant among the isolates while <italic>ermB</italic> gene was infrequent. Conclusions: sulfur nanoparticles preparations are an effective treatment for most <italic>Staphylococcus</italic> bacteria causing acne vulgaris harboring multi-drug resistance virulence factors.</p> </abstract>

scholarly journals ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY FOR MULTI DRUG RESISTANCE (MDR) BACTERIA BYSEA CUCUMBER Stichopus vastus EXTRACT FROM KARIMUNJAWA ISLANDS – INDONESIA

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 695-707 ◽  
Author(s):  
Delianis Pringgenies ◽  
Ali Ridlo ◽  
Nerva Sembiring
Keyword(s):  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Sea Cucumber ◽  
Inhibition Zone ◽  
Extraction Process ◽  
Sensitivity Test ◽  
Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Bacterial Sensitivity

The study aims to explore the antibacterial activity of Stichopus vastus against pathogenic MDR bacteria. Analysis of samples of sea cucumbers included extraction, fractionation, and analysis of bacterial sensitivity test Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), the extraction process is carried out by solid-liquid extraction method. Fractionation was done with Open-Column Chromatography (OCC). Sensitivity test of bacteria was done using an agar diffusion method according to the Kirby-Bauer (Ref). The study revealed that from 5 species MDR bacteria, which are Coagulant negative stapylococi (CNS), E. coli, Enterobacter 5, Klebsiella sp. dan Pseudomonas sp. There are two MDR bacteria had the most sensitive responses by the extract of sea cucumber, which were Enterobacter-5 and Klebsiella sp. The two bacteria were tested against five bioactive fractions obtained from OCC. Fraction criteria-2 had the highest antibacterial activity against Enterobacter-5 and Klebsiella sp, with serial concentration of 20 µg ∙ disc–1, 40 µg. disc–1 and 80 µg. disc–1.  Largest inhibition zone were obtained from 80 µg. disc–1 againts the two bacteria were (14.73 ± 0.48) mm and (11.22 ± 0.85) mm respectively.  GC-MS Analysis revealed that fraction criteria-2 had (or consisted of) cyclohexhane, ethanol, butanoic and pentanoic acids. Keywords: antibacterial activity, multi drug resistance (MDR), sea cucumber, Stichopus vastus

Sulfur Nanoparticles Synthesis and Characterization from H2S Gas, Using Novel Biodegradable Iron Chelates in Aqueous Surfactant Systems

2008 ◽  
Vol 1103 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aniruddha Subhash Deshpande ◽  
Ramdas B. Khomane ◽  
Bhalchandra K. Vaidya ◽  
Renuka M. Joshi ◽  
Arti S. Harle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Tween 80 ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Iron Chelates ◽  
Ambient Conditions ◽  
Tem Analysis ◽  
Surfactant System ◽  
Surfactant Systems ◽  
Sulfur Nanoparticles

AbstractSulfur nanoparticles were synthesized from hazardous H2S gas by desulfurization based on liquid redox process [1]. The use of novel biodegradable iron chelates, in particular, FeCl3-malic acid chelate system has been extensively studied in various aqueous surfactant systems of Tween 80, SDS, CTAB for catalytic oxidation of H2S gas at ambient conditions of temperature, pressure and neutral pH. The structural features of sulfur nanoparticles have been characterized by XRD, TEM, and DLS measurements. XRD analysis indicates the presence of Metal-sulfur (JCPDS-08247). TEM analysis shows that the morphology of sulfur nanoparticles synthesized in aqueous surfactant system of Tween 80 is nearly uniform in size of 12nm average particle size, in SDS surfactant system shows 15nm average particle size, where as sulfur nanoparticles synthesized in CTAB shows average particle size of 7nm. The DLS result shows the mono-dispersity of the sulfur nanoparticles in the aqueous surfactant systems. The described process serves mainly two objectives; (a) waste utilization for preparation of commercially important nano-sulfur product and (b) reduction in environmental pollution. 1. G. Nagal, Chem. Eng. 104, 125 (1997).

scholarly journals Deciphering Hydrodynamic and Drug-Resistant Behaviors of Metastatic EMT Breast Cancer Cells Moving in a Constricted Microcapillary

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (8) ◽  
pp. 1194 ◽  
Author(s):  
Binita Nath ◽  
Anil P. Bidkar ◽  
Vikash Kumar ◽  
Amaresh Dalal ◽  
Mohit Kumar Jolly ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Cancer Cells ◽  
Breast Cancer Cells ◽  
Cancer Metastasis ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Pcr Analysis ◽  
Drug Resistant ◽  
Mesenchymal Transition ◽  
Constant Flow Rate

Epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) induces cell migration, invasion, and drug resistance, and consequently, contributes to cancer metastasis and disease aggressiveness. This study attempted to address crucial biological parameters to correlate EMT and drug-treated cancer cells traversing through microcapillaries, reminiscent of metastatic conditions. MDA-MB-468 breast cancer cells induced to undergo EMT by treatment with 20 ng/mL of epidermal growth factor (EGF) were initially passed through several blockages and then through a constricted microchannel, mimicking the flow of invasive metastatic cells through constricted blood microcapillaries. EMT cells acquired enhanced migratory properties and retained 50% viability, even after migration through wells 10–15 μm in size and a constricted passage of 7 μm and 150 μm in length at a constant flow rate of 50 μL/h. The hydrodynamic properties revealed cellular deformation with a deformation index, average transit velocity, and entry time of 2.45, 12.3 mm/s, and 31,000 μs, respectively for a cell of average diameter 19 μm passing through one of the 7 μm constricted sections. Interestingly, cells collected at the channel outlet regained epithelial character, undergoing reverse transition (mesenchymal to epithelial transition, MET) in the absence of EGF. Remarkably, real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) analysis confirmed increases of 2- and 2.7-fold in the vimentin and fibronectin expression in EMT cells, respectively; however, their expression reduced to basal level in the MET cells. A scratch assay revealed the pronounced migratory nature of EMT cells compared with MET cells. Furthermore, the number of colonies formed from EMT cells and paclitaxel-treated EMT cells after passing through a constriction were found to be 95 ± 10 and 79 ± 4, respectively, confirming that the EMT cells were more drug resistant with a concomitant two-fold higher expression of the multi-drug resistance (MDR1) gene. Our results highlight the hydrodynamic and drug-evading properties of cells that have undergone an EMT, when passed through a constricted microcapillary that mimics their journey in blood circulation.

scholarly journals Multifunctional Chitosan-Copper Oxide Hybrid Material: Photocatalytic and Antibacterial Activities

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuvaraj Haldorai ◽  
Jae-Jin Shim
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Copper Oxide ◽  
Hybrid Material ◽  
Uv Light ◽  
Chemical Precipitation ◽  
Antibacterial Activities ◽  
High Photocatalytic Activity ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
Light Illumination ◽  
Tem Analysis

Chitosan (CS) anchored copper oxide (CuO) hybrid material was prepared by chemical precipitation method. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) confirmed the formation of CS-CuO hybrid. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) analysis showed the immobilization of CuO nanoparticles on the surface of CS. The hybrid was also characterized by thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and zeta potential. The hybrid exhibited high photocatalytic activity as evident from the degradation of methylene blue (MB) dye. The result revealed substantial degradation of the MB dye (84%) under UV-light illumination. The antibacterial activity of hybrid againstEscherichia coliwas examined by colony forming units. It was proved that the CS encapsulated CuO hybrid exhibited excellent antibacterial activity.

scholarly journals Phenotypic and Genotypic Study of Klebsiella species with Reference to Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rakesh Prasad Sah ◽  
Rakesh Kumar Mukhia ◽  
AD Urhekar ◽  
Kshitija Rane
Keyword(s):  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Pcr Analysis ◽  
Beta Lactamase ◽  
Klebsiella Species ◽  
Single Strain ◽  
Antimicrobial Drug Resistance ◽  
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase ◽  
Extended Spectrum ◽  
Esbl Producers

Introduction: Klebsiella species is an important nosocomial pathogen with the emergence of Multi Drug Resistance (MDR). MDR in Klebsiella species is increasing worldwide with the production Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL). The emergence of ESBL is a critical concern in Klebsiella species due to resistance to ceftazidime and other cephalosporins which compromise the efficacy of life saving antibiotics against these infections. Aim: To know the factors responsible for antimicrobial drug resistance in Klebsiella species with respect to ESBL and their responsible genes. Materials and Methods: A prospective and experimental study was carried out over a period of three years (August 2013 to July 2016). Total 200 isolates of Klebsiella species were screened for cefotaxime and ceftazidime. The resistant strains (cefotaxime/ ceftazidime) were subjected to ESBL agar, Phenotypic Confirmatory Disc Diffusion Test (PCDDT) and Modified Three Dimensional Test (M3DT). Genetic analysis by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) was done for the detection of beta-lactamase (bla) genes i.e., blaTEM, blaSHV & blaCTX-M in 58 isolates of Klebsiella species. The data was presented using frequency and percentage. The proportion was compared using Z-test for the proportions. Results: Out of 200 isolates, 135 (67.5%) were found resistant to cefotaxime and 125 (62.5%) were resistant to ceftazidime. Among which 110 (55%), 75 (37.5%) and 95 (47.5%) Klebsiella species were found positive for production of ESBL by ESBL agar, PCDDT and M3DT respectively. PCR analysis in 48 isolates were positive by PCDDT/M3DT or both were also positive for beta- lactamase genes i.e., 43 (89.58%) blaTEM; 44 (91.67%) blaSHV and 48 (100%) blaCTX-M. Ten negative isolates either by PCDDT/M3DT or both were also negative by PCR. Co-existence of (blaTEM+blaSHV +blaCTX-M), (blaTEM+blaSHV), (blaTEM+blaCTX-M) and (blaSHV+blaCTX-M) were found 81.25%, 0%, 8.33% and 10.42%, respectively. Conclusion: The M3DT is the best phenotypic method for the confirmation of ESBL producer in Klebsiella species which is not included by CLSI while inclusion with PCDDT enhances the detection of ESBL producers. Co-existence of all three genes (blaTEM, blaSHV and blaCTX-M) in a single strain is a serious concern for us. So it is important to include M3DT and PCDDT in routine basis for the detection and management of ESBL producers which will help clinician to prescribe proper antibiotics.

scholarly journals NASAL CARRIAGE OF MULTI-DRUG RESISTANT PANTON VALENTINE LEUKOCIDIN POSITIVE STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS IN HEALTHY INDIVIDUALS OF TUDUN-WADA, GOMBE STATE, NIGERIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-33
Author(s):  
Adebola Onanuga ◽  
Ocholi Jonathan Adamu ◽  
Babatunde Odetoyin ◽  
Jabir Adamu Hamza
Keyword(s):  
Staphylococcus Aureus ◽  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Meca Gene ◽  
Pcr Amplification ◽  
Healthy Adults ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Pcr Analysis ◽  
Rrna Gene ◽  
Nasal Colonization

Background: Panton-Valentine Leucocidin (PVL)-producing Staphylococcus aureus strains have been implicated in serious community-associated invasive infections and their increasing multidrug resistance is a major global health concern. Thus, we investigated the prevalence of the PVL gene and the antimicrobial resistance profile of nasal S. aureus isolates from healthy adults in Tundu-Wada, Gombe State of Nigeria. Methods and Materials: A total of 262 nasal samples from healthy adults were obtained and cultured. The isolates were identified as S. aureus by standard morphological and biochemical methods alongside with the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) amplification of their 16S rRNA gene. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing was performed by the disc diffusion technique and the presence of mecA and PVL genes was determined by PCR analysis. Results: The overall nasal colonization of S. aureus was 17.6%. The prevalence of haemolysin and biofilm production among the isolates was 25(54.3%) and 42(91.3%), respectively. Only 2(4.3%) and 5(10.9%) possessed mecA and PVL genes respectively but none of the isolates harboured these two genes. All the isolates were resistant to amoxicillin but were highly susceptible (93.7%) to gentamicin. The prevalence of multi-drug resistance (MDR) among the isolates was M 45.7% and all PVL-producing isolates were MDR while one of the isolates with mecA gene exhibited extensive-drug resistance (XDR). Conclusion: This is the first report of nasal colonization of MDR PVL-producing S. aureus in healthy adults in Gombe, Northeastern Nigeria. This study highlights the importance of routine surveillance of healthy populations to provide useful strategies for controlling the spread of virulent multidrug-resistant organisms within the community.

scholarly journals Newly Emerging Candida Specie: Should Clinicians and Mycologist be Concerned?

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
O. F. Ashcroft ◽  
A. S. Kumurya ◽  
K. Mohammed ◽  
M. U. Iduh ◽  
A. A. Yusuf ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Multidrug Resistance ◽  
Virulence Factors ◽  
High Mortality ◽  
Systemic Infection ◽  
Mortality Rates ◽  
Molecular Techniques ◽  
Multi Drug Resistance ◽  
Nosocomial Pathogen ◽  
Emerging Pathogen

The emergence of C. auris as a global nosocomial pathogen associated with multidrug resistance and high mortality rates has been recently discovered. This emerging pathogen appears to be far more able to induce systemic infection and mortality than other potential multi drug resistance (MDR) yeast pathogens even though it is found to have reduced virulence factors compared to C. albicans. There are issues with regard to the identification of C. auris using both phenotypic and molecular techniques; this has raised concerns about detecting the true scale of the problem. This mini- review elucidates on the literature available on C. auris and highlights the mechanism of pathogenesis and antifungal resistance, which will give further direction to extensive research in this field.

The effect of Tin additionon on Structural and magnetic properties of the stannoferrite Li0.5+0.5XFe2.5-1.5XSnXO4

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 4307-4321 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed Hassan Ibrahim ◽  
Yehia Abbas
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Fine Particles ◽  
Magnetic Moments ◽  
Lithium Ferrite ◽  
Tem Analysis ◽  
Weiss Temperature ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Two Phases ◽  
Nanocrystalline Ferrite ◽  
20 Nm

The physical properties of ferrites are verysensitive to microstructure, which in turn critically dependson the manufacturing process.Nanocrystalline Lithium Stannoferrite system Li0.5+0.5XFe2.5-1.5XSnXO4,X= (0, 0.2, 0.4, 0.6, 0.8 and 1.0) fine particles were successfully prepared by double sintering ceramic technique at pre-sintering temperature of 500oC for 3 h andthepre-sintered material was crushed and sintered finally in air at 1000oC.The structural and microstructural evolutions of the nanophase have been studied using X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and the Rietveld method.The refinement results showed that the nanocrystalline ferrite has a two phases of ordered and disordered phases for polymorphous lithium Stannoferrite.The particle size of as obtained samples were found to be ~20 nm through TEM that increases up to ~ 85 nmand isdependent on the annealing temperature. TEM micrograph reveals that the grains of sample are spherical in shape. (TEM) analysis confirmed the X-ray results.The particle size of stannic substituted lithium ferrite fine particle obtained from the XRD using Scherrer equation.Magneticmeasurements obtained from lake shore’s vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM), saturation magnetization ofordered LiFe5O8 was found to be (57.829 emu/g) which was lower than disordered LiFe5O8(62.848 emu/g).Theinterplay between superexchange interactions of Fe3+ ions at A and B sublattices gives rise to ferrimagnetic ordering of magnetic moments,with a high Curie-Weiss temperature (TCW ~ 900 K).

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