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Yong HW, Ojagh SMA, Théberge-Julien G, Castellanos LSR, Tebbji F, van de Ven TGM, Sellam A, Rhéaume É, Tardif JC, Kakkar A. Soft nanoparticles as antimicrobial agents and carriers of microbiocides for enhanced inhibition activity. J Mater Chem B 2024. [PMID: 39158840 DOI: 10.1039/d4tb01200c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/20/2024]
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Antibiotic resistance continues to pose significant health challenges. Considering severe limitations in the discovery and supply of new antibiotics, there is an unmet need to design alternative and more effective strategies for addressing this global issue. Use of polymeric nanoparticles with cationic shell surfaces offers a highly promising approach to coupling their inherent bactericidal action with sustained delivery of small lipophilic microbicides. We have utilized this platform for assembling multi-tasking soft core-shell nanoparticles from star polymers with the desired asymmetric arm composition. These stable nanoparticles with low critical micelle concentration imparted intrinsic antimicrobial potency due to high positive charge density in the corona, as well as the loading of active biocidal agents (such as curcumin and terbinafine) for potential dual and coadjuvant inhibition. This strategic combination allows for both immediate (direct contact) and extended (drug delivery) antibacterial activities for better therapeutic efficacy. Micellar nanoparticles with and without therapeutic cargo were highly efficient against both Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Bacillus subtilis (B. subtilis), representative Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, respectively. Interestingly, we observed bacteria- and concentration-dependent effects, in which higher concentrations of charged nanoparticles were more effective against E. coli, whereas B. subtilis was inhibited only at lower concentrations. This work highlights a valuable platform to achieve combination therapy through nanoparticles with charged coronas and delivery of potent therapeutics to overcome antimicrobial resistance.
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- Hui Wen Yong
- Department of Chemistry, McGill University, 801 Sherbrooke Street West, Montréal, Québec H3A 0B8, Canada.
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- Department of Chemistry, McGill University, 801 Sherbrooke Street West, Montréal, Québec H3A 0B8, Canada.
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- Research Centre, Montréal Heart Institute, 5000 Belanger Street, Montréal, Québec H1T 1C8, Canada.
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- Research Centre, Montréal Heart Institute, 5000 Belanger Street, Montréal, Québec H1T 1C8, Canada.
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- Department of Chemistry, McGill University, 801 Sherbrooke Street West, Montréal, Québec H3A 0B8, Canada.
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- Research Centre, Montréal Heart Institute, 5000 Belanger Street, Montréal, Québec H1T 1C8, Canada.
- Département de Microbiologie, Infectiologie et Immunologie, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec H3T 1J4, Canada
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- Research Centre, Montréal Heart Institute, 5000 Belanger Street, Montréal, Québec H1T 1C8, Canada.
- Department of Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec H3T 1J4, Canada
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- Research Centre, Montréal Heart Institute, 5000 Belanger Street, Montréal, Québec H1T 1C8, Canada.
- Department of Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec H3T 1J4, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry, McGill University, 801 Sherbrooke Street West, Montréal, Québec H3A 0B8, Canada.
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Wang K. The potential therapeutic role of curcumin in osteoporosis treatment: based on multiple signaling pathways. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1446536. [PMID: 39175539 PMCID: PMC11338871 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1446536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2024] [Accepted: 07/29/2024] [Indexed: 08/24/2024] Open
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Osteoporosis is a common chronic metabolic bone disease caused by disturbances in normal bone metabolism and an imbalance between osteoblasts and osteoclasts. Osteoporosis is characterized by a decrease in bone mass and bone density, leading to increased bone fragility. Osteoporosis is usually treated with medications and surgical methods, but these methods often produce certain side effects. Therefore, the use of traditional herbal ingredients for the treatment of osteoporosis has become a focus of attention and a hot topic in recent years. Curcumin, widely distributed among herbs such as turmeric, tulip, and curcuma longa, contains phenolic, terpenoid, and flavonoid components. Modern pharmacological studies have confirmed that curcumin has a variety of functions including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. In addition, curcumin positively regulates the differentiation and promotes the proliferation of osteoblasts, which play a crucial role in bone formation. Multiple studies have shown that curcumin is effective in the treatment of osteoporosis as it interacts with a variety of signaling pathway targets, thereby interfering with the formation of osteoblasts and osteoclasts and regulating the development of osteoporosis. This review summarized the key signaling pathways and their mechanisms of action of curcumin in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and analyzed their characteristics and their relationship with osteoporosis and curcumin. This not only proves the medicinal value of curcumin as a traditional herbal ingredient but also further elucidates the molecular mechanism of curcumin's anti-osteoporosis effect, providing new perspectives for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis through multiple pathways.
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- Keyu Wang
- College of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, China
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Petran EM, Periferakis A, Troumpata L, Periferakis AT, Scheau AE, Badarau IA, Periferakis K, Caruntu A, Savulescu-Fiedler I, Sima RM, Calina D, Constantin C, Neagu M, Caruntu C, Scheau C. Capsaicin: Emerging Pharmacological and Therapeutic Insights. Curr Issues Mol Biol 2024; 46:7895-7943. [PMID: 39194685 DOI: 10.3390/cimb46080468] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2024] [Revised: 07/19/2024] [Accepted: 07/22/2024] [Indexed: 08/29/2024] Open
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Capsaicin, the most prominent pungent compound of chilli peppers, has been used in traditional medicine systems for centuries; it already has a number of established clinical and industrial applications. Capsaicin is known to act through the TRPV1 receptor, which exists in various tissues; capsaicin is hepatically metabolised, having a half-life correlated with the method of application. Research on various applications of capsaicin in different formulations is still ongoing. Thus, local capsaicin applications have a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect, while systemic applications have a multitude of different effects because their increased lipophilic character ensures their augmented bioavailability. Furthermore, various teams have documented capsaicin's anti-cancer effects, proven both in vivo and in vitro designs. A notable constraint in the therapeutic effects of capsaicin is its increased toxicity, especially in sensitive tissues. Regarding the traditional applications of capsaicin, apart from all the effects recorded as medicinal effects, the application of capsaicin in acupuncture points has been demonstrated to be effective and the combination of acupuncture and capsaicin warrants further research. Finally, capsaicin has demonstrated antimicrobial effects, which can supplement its anti-inflammatory and anti-carcinogenic actions.
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- Elena Madalina Petran
- Department of Biochemistry, The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Toxicology, Grigore Alexandrescu Emergency Children's Hospital, 011743 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physiology, The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Akadimia of Ancient Greek and Traditional Chinese Medicine, 16675 Athens, Greece
- Elkyda, Research & Education Centre of Charismatheia, 17675 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Physiology, The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physiology, The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Elkyda, Research & Education Centre of Charismatheia, 17675 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging, Fundeni Clinical Institute, 022328 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physiology, The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Akadimia of Ancient Greek and Traditional Chinese Medicine, 16675 Athens, Greece
- Pan-Hellenic Organization of Educational Programs (P.O.E.P), 17236 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, The "Carol Davila" Central Military Emergency Hospital, 010825 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dental Medicine, "Titu Maiorescu" University, 031593 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Internal Medicine, The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Internal Medicine and Cardiology, Coltea Clinical Hospital, 030167 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
- The "Bucur" Maternity, "Saint John" Hospital, 040294 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania
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- Immunology Department, Victor Babes National Institute of Pathology, 050096 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Pathology, Colentina University Hospital, 020125 Bucharest, Romania
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- Immunology Department, Victor Babes National Institute of Pathology, 050096 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Pathology, Colentina University Hospital, 020125 Bucharest, Romania
- Faculty of Biology, University of Bucharest, 76201 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physiology, The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Dermatology, "Prof. N.C. Paulescu" National Institute of Diabetes, Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases, 011233 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physiology, The "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging, "Foisor" Clinical Hospital of Orthopaedics, Traumatology and Osteoarticular TB, 021382 Bucharest, Romania
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Madbouly H, El-Shahat KH, Abdelnaby EA, El-Sherbiny HR, Fathi M. Determination of the impacts of supplemental dietary curcumin on post-partum uterine involution using pulsed-wave doppler ultrasonography in Zaraibi goat. BMC Vet Res 2024; 20:316. [PMID: 39014404 PMCID: PMC11251363 DOI: 10.1186/s12917-024-04160-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2024] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 07/18/2024] Open
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This study aimed to evaluate the impacts of supplemental dietary curcumin on post-partum uterine involution using pulsed-wave Doppler ultrasonography in postpartum goats. Ten pluriparous Zaraibi goats were used and divided into two groups. Group 1 (n = 5; control) received only a base diet. Group 2 (n = 5; treated) received a base diet supplemented with curcumin (200 mg/kg diet) daily for 28 days, starting from day 1 postpartum (PP) till day 28 PP. Uterine morphometrical changes (uterine horn diameter; UHD and caruncle diameter; CD), uterine hemodynamics (resistance and pulsatility indices (RI and PI), systolic/ diastolic ratio (S/D), peak systolic velocity (PSV), end-diastolic velocity (EDV), blood flow volume (BFV), and blood flow rate (BFR)), and progesterone level were evaluated. Results revealed that the diameter of the uterine horn decreased rapidly from day 1 to day 10 PP (> 50%) but more steadily from day 14 to day 28 PP in both groups. After day 21 PP, there was nearly no reduction in UHD and CD in both groups. The treated group had lower values of the RI and PI (P < 0.05) than the control group. Regarding the BFR and BFV in the treated group, there was a significant increase (P < 0.05) on day 17 PP, then started to decrease till day 28 PP. While in the control group, there was a significant decrease (P < 0.05) in BFR and BFV from day 1 PP till day 28 PP. In conclusion, the incorporation of curcumin in the diet of PP Zaraibi goats improved reproductive performance via improvements in uterine morphometric changes as well as blood perfusion.
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- Hager Madbouly
- Theriogenology Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt.
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- Theriogenology Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt
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- Theriogenology Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt
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- Theriogenology Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt
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- Theriogenology Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt
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Bedoya-Agudelo JP, López-Carvajal JE, Quiguanás-Guarín ES, Cardona N, Padilla-Sanabria L, Castaño-Osorio JC. Assessment of Antimicrobial and Cytotoxic Activities of Liposomes Loaded with Curcumin and Lippia origanoides Essential Oil. Biomolecules 2024; 14:851. [PMID: 39062565 PMCID: PMC11275147 DOI: 10.3390/biom14070851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2024] [Revised: 07/08/2024] [Accepted: 07/09/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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(1) Introduction: Curcumin and Lippia origanoides essential oils have a broad spectrum of biological activities; however, their physicochemical instability, low solubility, and high volatility limit their therapeutic use. Encapsulation in liposomes has been reported as a feasible approach to increase the physicochemical stability of active substances, protect them from interactions with the environment, modulate their release, reduce their volatility, improve their bioactivity, and reduce their toxicity. To date, there are no reports on the co-encapsulation of curcumin and Lippia origanoides essential oils in liposomes. Therefore, the objective of this work is to prepare and physiochemical characterize liposomes loaded with the mixture of these compounds and to evaluate different in vitro biological activities. (2) Methods: Liposomes were produced using the thin-layer method and physiochemical characteristics were calculated. The antimicrobial and cytotoxic activities of both encapsulated and non-encapsulated compounds were evaluated. (3) Results: Empty and loaded nanometric-sized liposomes were obtained that are monodisperse and have a negative zeta potential. They inhibited the growth of Staphylococcus aureus and did not exhibit cytotoxic activity against mammalian cells. (4) Conclusions: Encapsulation in liposomes was demonstrated to be a promising strategy for natural compounds possessing antimicrobial activity.
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- Juan Pablo Bedoya-Agudelo
- Molecular Immunology Group (GYMOL), Center of Biomedical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, Quindío University, Armenia 630003, Colombia; (J.P.B.-A.); (J.E.L.-C.); (E.S.Q.-G.); (J.C.C.-O.)
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- Molecular Immunology Group (GYMOL), Center of Biomedical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, Quindío University, Armenia 630003, Colombia; (J.P.B.-A.); (J.E.L.-C.); (E.S.Q.-G.); (J.C.C.-O.)
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- Molecular Immunology Group (GYMOL), Center of Biomedical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, Quindío University, Armenia 630003, Colombia; (J.P.B.-A.); (J.E.L.-C.); (E.S.Q.-G.); (J.C.C.-O.)
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- Group of Investigation in Oral Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Antonio Nariño University, Armenia 630001, Colombia;
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- Molecular Immunology Group (GYMOL), Center of Biomedical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, Quindío University, Armenia 630003, Colombia; (J.P.B.-A.); (J.E.L.-C.); (E.S.Q.-G.); (J.C.C.-O.)
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- Molecular Immunology Group (GYMOL), Center of Biomedical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, Quindío University, Armenia 630003, Colombia; (J.P.B.-A.); (J.E.L.-C.); (E.S.Q.-G.); (J.C.C.-O.)
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Murai H, Kuboniwa M, Kakiuchi M, Matsumura R, Hirata Y, Amano A. Curcumin inhibits growth of Porphyromonas gingivalis by arrest of bacterial dipeptidyl peptidase activity. J Oral Microbiol 2024; 16:2373040. [PMID: 38974504 PMCID: PMC11225630 DOI: 10.1080/20002297.2024.2373040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024] Open
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Background Curcumin is a multi-functional polyphenol with anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory effects and may have potential for treatment of periodontal diseases. The present study was conducted to examine the molecular basis of the anti-bacterial effect of curcumin against Porphyromonas gingivalis using metabolome analysis. Materials and Methods P. gingivalis were incubated with 10 µg/mL curcumin, and then metabolites were analyzed with CE-TOF/MS. Expression levels of sigma factors were also evaluated using RT-PCR assays. The activities of dipeptidyl peptidases (DPPs) were assessed by examining the degradation reactions of MCA-labeled peptides. Results The relative amounts of various glycogenic amino acids were significantly decreased when P. gingivalis was incubated with curcumin. Furthermore, the metabolites on the amino acid degradation pathway, including high-energy compounds such as ATP, various intermediate metabolites of RNA/DNA synthesis, nucleoside sugars and amino sugars were also decreased. Additionally, the expression levels of sigma-54 and sigma-70 were significantly decreased, and the same results as noted following nutrient starvation. Curcumin also significantly suppressed the activities of some DPPs, while the human DPP-4 inhibitors markedly inhibited the growth of P. gingivalis and activities of the DPPs. Conclusions Curcumin suppresses the growth of P. gingivalis by inhibiting DPPs and also interferes with nucleic acid synthesis and central metabolic pathways, beginning with amino acid metabolism.
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- Hiroki Murai
- Joint Research Laboratory for Advanced Oral Environmental Science (SARAYA), Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka, Suita, Japan
- Saraya Research Institute, Saraya Co., Ltd, Osaka, Kashiwara, Japan
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- Joint Research Laboratory for Advanced Oral Environmental Science (SARAYA), Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka, Suita, Japan
- Department of Preventive Dentistry, Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka, Suita, Japan
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- Joint Research Laboratory for Advanced Oral Environmental Science (SARAYA), Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka, Suita, Japan
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- Joint Research Laboratory for Advanced Oral Environmental Science (SARAYA), Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka, Suita, Japan
- Saraya Research Institute, Saraya Co., Ltd, Osaka, Kashiwara, Japan
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- Joint Research Laboratory for Advanced Oral Environmental Science (SARAYA), Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka, Suita, Japan
- Saraya Research Institute, Saraya Co., Ltd, Osaka, Kashiwara, Japan
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- Joint Research Laboratory for Advanced Oral Environmental Science (SARAYA), Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka, Suita, Japan
- Department of Preventive Dentistry, Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka, Suita, Japan
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Beganovic S, Wittmann C. Medical properties, market potential, and microbial production of golden polyketide curcumin for food, biomedical, and cosmetic applications. Curr Opin Biotechnol 2024; 87:103112. [PMID: 38518404 DOI: 10.1016/j.copbio.2024.103112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2023] [Revised: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/03/2024] [Indexed: 03/24/2024]
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Curcumin, a potent plant polyketide in turmeric, has gained recognition for its outstanding health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer effects. Classical turmeric farming, which is widely used to produce curcumin, is linked to deforestation, soil degradation, excessive water use, and reduced biodiversity. In recent years, the microbial synthesis of curcumin has been achieved and optimized through novel strategies, offering increased safety, improved sustainability, and the potential to revolutionize production. Here, we discuss recent breakthroughs in microbial engineering and fermentation techniques, as well as their capacity to increase the yield, purity, and cost-effectiveness of curcumin production. The utilization of microbial systems not only addresses supply chain limitations but also helps meet the growing demand for curcumin in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, foods, and cosmetics.
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- Selma Beganovic
- Institute of Systems Biotechnology, Saarland University, Germany
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Qu L, Li X, Zhou J, Peng X, Zhou P, Zheng H, Jiang Z, Xie Q. A novel acid-responsive polymer coating with antibacterial and antifouling properties for the prevention of biofilm-associated infections. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2024; 239:113939. [PMID: 38744077 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2024.113939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2024] [Revised: 04/18/2024] [Accepted: 04/30/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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Chronic infections caused by the pathogenic biofilms on implantable medical devices pose an increasing challenge. To combat long-term biofilm-associated infections, we developed a novel dual-functional polymer coating with antibacterial and antifouling properties. The coating consists of N-vinylpyrrolidone (NVP) and 3-(acrylamido)phenylboronic acid (APBA) copolymer brushes, which bind to curcumin (Cur) as antibacterial molecules through acid-responsive boronate ester bonds. In this surface design, the hydrophilic poly (N-vinylpyrrolidone) (PVP) component improved antifouling performance and effectively prevented bacterial adhesion and aggregation during the initial phases. The poly (3-(acrylamido) phenylboronic acid) (PAPBA, abbreviated PB) component provided binding sites for Cur by forming acid-responsive boronate ester bonds. When fewer bacteria overcame the anti-adhesion barrier and colonized, the surface responded to the decreased microenvironmental pH by breaking the boronate ester bonds and releasing curcumin. This responsive mechanism enabled Cur to interfere with biofilm formation and provide a multilayer anti-biofilm protection system. The coating showed excellent antibacterial properties against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, preventing biofilm formation for up to 7 days. The coating also inhibited protein adsorption and platelet adhesion significantly. This coating also exhibited high biocompatibility with animal erythrocytes and pre-osteoblasts. This research offers a promising approach for developing novel smart anti-biofilm coating materials.
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- Limin Qu
- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Hunan Province Key Laboratory of Materials Surface/Interface Science and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Hunan Province Key Laboratory of Materials Surface/Interface Science and Technology, Changsha 410004, China.
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Hunan Province Key Laboratory of Materials Surface/Interface Science and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Hunan Province Key Laboratory of Materials Surface/Interface Science and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Hunan Province Key Laboratory of Materials Surface/Interface Science and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- The First Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410007, China
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- Hunan Key Laboratory of Pharmacodynamics and Safety Evaluation of New Drugs, Hunan Prima Drug Research Center Co., Ltd., Changsha 410329, China
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- The First Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410007, China.
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de Souza V, Polaquini CR, de Moraes GR, Oliveira Braga AR, da Silva PV, da Silva DR, Ribeiro Lima FR, Regasini LO, de Cássia Orlandi Sardi J. Diacetylcurcumin: a novel strategy against Enterococcus faecalis biofilm in root canal disinfection. Future Microbiol 2024; 19:647-654. [PMID: 38661711 PMCID: PMC11259074 DOI: 10.2217/fmb-2023-0235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Aim: We evaluated Diacetylcurcumin (DAC), a derivative of curcumin, for its antibacterial and antibiofilm properties against Enterococcus faecalis. Methods: Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration were determined, along with antibiofilm potential and toxicity in Galleria mellonella. Additionally, in silico computational analysis was performed to understand its mechanisms of action. Results & conclusion: DAC demonstrated significant antibacterial effects, with MIC and MBC values of 15.6 and 31.25 μg/ml, respectively, and reduced biofilm formation. A synergistic effect, reducing biofilm by 77%, was observed when combined with calcium hydroxide. G. mellonella toxicity tests confirmed DAC's safety at tested concentrations, suggesting its potential for use in root canal disinfection products.
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- Vanessa de Souza
- Program on Integrated Dental Sciences, Cuiabá University, Cuiabá, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry & Environmental Sciences, Júlio de Mesquita Filho University, São Jose do Rio Preto, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry & Environmental Sciences, Júlio de Mesquita Filho University, São Jose do Rio Preto, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry & Environmental Sciences, Júlio de Mesquita Filho University, São Jose do Rio Preto, Brazil
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- Program on Integrated Dental Sciences, Cuiabá University, Cuiabá, Brazil
- Dental Research Division, Guarulhos University, Guarulhos, SP, Brazil
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Medaglia S, Otri I, Bernardos A, Marcos MD, Aznar E, Sancenón F, Martínez-Máñez R. Synergistic antimicrobial photodynamic therapy using gated mesoporous silica nanoparticles containing curcumin and polymyxin B. Int J Pharm 2024; 654:123947. [PMID: 38408553 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2024.123947] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/28/2024]
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Photodynamic Therapy is a therapy based on combining a non-toxic compound, known as photosensitizer (PS), and irradiation with light of the appropriate wavelength to excite the PS molecule. The photon absorption by the PS leads to reactive oxygen species generation and a subsequent oxidative burst that causes cell damage and death. In this work, we report an antimicrobial nanodevice that uses the activity of curcumin (Cur) as a PS for antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy (aPDT), based on mesoporous silica nanoparticles in which the action of the classical antibiotic PMB is synergistically combined with the aPDT properties of curcumin to combat bacteria. The synergistic effect of the designed gated device in combination with irradiation with blue LED light (470 nm) is evaluated against Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus epidermidis. The results show that the nanodevice exhibits a noteworthy antibacterial activity against these microorganisms, a much more significant effect than free Cur and PMB at equivalent concentrations. Thus, 0.1 µg/mL of MSNs-Cur-PMB eliminates a bacterial concentration of about 105 CFU/mL of E. coli, while 1 µg/mL of MSNs-Cur-PMB is required for P. aeruginosa and S. epidermidis. In addition, antibiofilm activity against the selected bacteria was also tested. We found that 0.1 mg/mL of MSNs-Cur-PMB inhibited 99 % biofilm formation for E. coli, and 1 mg/mL of MSNs-Cur-PMB achieved 90 % and 100 % inhibition of biofilm formation for S. epidermidis and P. aeruginosa, respectively.
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- Serena Medaglia
- Instituto Interuniversitario de Investigación de Reconocimiento Molecular y Desarrollo Tecnológico (IDM), Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Universitat de València, Spain; CIBER de Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain
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- Instituto Interuniversitario de Investigación de Reconocimiento Molecular y Desarrollo Tecnológico (IDM), Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Universitat de València, Spain; CIBER de Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain
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- Instituto Interuniversitario de Investigación de Reconocimiento Molecular y Desarrollo Tecnológico (IDM), Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Universitat de València, Spain; CIBER de Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; Departamento de Química, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Cami de Vera s/n, 46022 Valencia, Spain; Unidad Mixta UPV-CIPF de Investigación en Mecanismos de Enfermedades y Nanomedicina, Universitat Politècnica de València, Centro de Investigación Príncipe Felipe, Valencia, Spain
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- Instituto Interuniversitario de Investigación de Reconocimiento Molecular y Desarrollo Tecnológico (IDM), Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Universitat de València, Spain; CIBER de Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; Departamento de Química, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Cami de Vera s/n, 46022 Valencia, Spain; Unidad Mixta de Investigación en Nanomedicina y Sensores, Universitat Politècnica de València, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe (IISLAFE), Av Fernando Abril Martorell 106, 46026 Valencia, Spain; Unidad Mixta UPV-CIPF de Investigación en Mecanismos de Enfermedades y Nanomedicina, Universitat Politècnica de València, Centro de Investigación Príncipe Felipe, Valencia, Spain.
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- Instituto Interuniversitario de Investigación de Reconocimiento Molecular y Desarrollo Tecnológico (IDM), Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Universitat de València, Spain; CIBER de Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; Departamento de Química, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Cami de Vera s/n, 46022 Valencia, Spain; Unidad Mixta de Investigación en Nanomedicina y Sensores, Universitat Politècnica de València, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe (IISLAFE), Av Fernando Abril Martorell 106, 46026 Valencia, Spain; Unidad Mixta UPV-CIPF de Investigación en Mecanismos de Enfermedades y Nanomedicina, Universitat Politècnica de València, Centro de Investigación Príncipe Felipe, Valencia, Spain.
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- Instituto Interuniversitario de Investigación de Reconocimiento Molecular y Desarrollo Tecnológico (IDM), Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Universitat de València, Spain; CIBER de Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; Departamento de Química, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Cami de Vera s/n, 46022 Valencia, Spain; Unidad Mixta de Investigación en Nanomedicina y Sensores, Universitat Politècnica de València, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe (IISLAFE), Av Fernando Abril Martorell 106, 46026 Valencia, Spain; Unidad Mixta UPV-CIPF de Investigación en Mecanismos de Enfermedades y Nanomedicina, Universitat Politècnica de València, Centro de Investigación Príncipe Felipe, Valencia, Spain
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- Instituto Interuniversitario de Investigación de Reconocimiento Molecular y Desarrollo Tecnológico (IDM), Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Universitat de València, Spain; CIBER de Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; Departamento de Química, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Cami de Vera s/n, 46022 Valencia, Spain; Unidad Mixta de Investigación en Nanomedicina y Sensores, Universitat Politècnica de València, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe (IISLAFE), Av Fernando Abril Martorell 106, 46026 Valencia, Spain; Unidad Mixta UPV-CIPF de Investigación en Mecanismos de Enfermedades y Nanomedicina, Universitat Politècnica de València, Centro de Investigación Príncipe Felipe, Valencia, Spain
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Gulel GT, Kanat S, Kucukgoz E. Antibacterial effect of curcumin on Salmonella Typhimurium: In vitro and food model studies. VET MED-CZECH 2024; 69:115-122. [PMID: 38751988 PMCID: PMC11093645 DOI: 10.17221/114/2023-vetmed] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2023] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024] Open
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Salmonellosis is a major foodborne disease transmitted from contaminated poultry products worldwide. Although a wide variety of chemical agents are used in the prevention of foodborne Salmonella spp. infections, consumers prefer natural additives, that do not harm human health and do not impair the characteristics of food. Curcumin is a yellow-coloured, hydrophobic polyphenol obtained from the rhizome of the Curcuma longa L. plant known as turmeric. The purpose of this study was to evaluate curcumin's antibacterial activity against S. Typhimurium in chicken meat and in vitro. In the first step, chicken samples were experimentally contaminated with S. Typhimurium at a level of 2.8 × 10-7 CFU/ml. Then, they were kept in a 1, 2, and 3% curcumin solution for 15 minutes. At the end of the treatment, chicken samples were stored at +4 °C. The number of S. Typhimurium in chicken samples was determined according to EN ISO 6579-1. In the result of the study, the number of S. Typhimurium decreased by 2.37, 2.71, and 2.84 log levels at the end of the 6th day as a result of the 1, 2 and 3% curcumin treatment, respectively. The MIC value of curcumin was determined to be 362 μg/ml for S. Typhimurium.
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- Goknur Terzi Gulel
- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkiye
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkiye
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkiye
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Boretti A. Potential use of curcumin against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus infection. Phytother Res 2024; 38:1165-1169. [PMID: 37083191 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.7851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2023] [Revised: 04/11/2023] [Accepted: 04/13/2023] [Indexed: 04/22/2023]
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Bogun K, Peh E, Meyer-Kühling B, Hartmann J, Hirnet J, Plötz M, Kittler S. Investigating bacteriophages as a novel multiple-hurdle measure against Campylobacter: field trials in commercial broiler plants. Sci Rep 2024; 14:3182. [PMID: 38326411 PMCID: PMC10850366 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-53365-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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Campylobacter mitigation along the food production chain is considered effective for minimizing the public health burden of human campylobacteriosis. This study is the first combining different measures in a multiple-hurdle approach, using drinking water additives and feed additives in single and combined application schemes in commercial broiler plants. Broiler chickens in the study groups were naturally contaminated with Campylobacter. Application of an organic acid blend via drinking water, consisting of sodium propionate, potassium sorbate, and sodium diacetate, resulted in significant reductions of up to 4.9 log10 CFU/mL in fecal samples and in cecal samples at slaughter. The application of a phage mixture, consisting of Fletchervirus phage NCTC 12673 and Firehammervirus phage vB_CcM-LmqsCPL1/1, resulted in reductions of up to 1.1 log10 CFU/mL in fecal samples 1 day after dosing. The sole administration of curcumin via feed resulted in small and inconsistent reductions. In the group receiving a combination of all tested measures, reductions of up to 1.1 log10 CFU/mL were observed. Based on the results of our field trials, it was shown that both the sole application and the combined application of mitigation measures in primary production can reduce the Campylobacter load in broiler chickens, while no synergism could be observed.
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- Katrin Bogun
- Institute for Food Quality and Food Safety, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute for Food Quality and Food Safety, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute for Food Quality and Food Safety, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute for Food Quality and Food Safety, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute for Food Quality and Food Safety, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation, Hannover, Germany.
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Mahdi IS, Abdula AM, Jassim AMN, Baqi Y. Design, Synthesis, Antimicrobial Properties, and Molecular Docking of Novel Furan-Derived Chalcones and Their 3,5-Diaryl-∆ 2-pyrazoline Derivatives. Antibiotics (Basel) 2023; 13:21. [PMID: 38247580 PMCID: PMC10812776 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics13010021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2023] [Revised: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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The present work focuses on the synthesis and preliminary structure activity relationships (SARs) of furan-derived chalcones and their corresponding ∆2-pyrazoline derivatives as antimicrobial agents. Eight novel chalcone derivatives and eight ∆2-pyrazoline compounds were synthesized in moderate to good isolated yields. The target compounds were evaluated as antimicrobial agents against two Gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis), two Gram-negative (Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae), and fungi (Candida albicans) species. Based on the SARs, chalcones 2a and 2h showed inhibition activity on all tested microbial species, while ∆2-pyrazoline 3d was found to be selective for some microbial species. The most potent compounds (2a, 2h, and 3d) were docked into glucosamine-6-phosphate synthase (GlcN-6-P), the molecular target enzyme for antimicrobial agents, utilizing the Autodock 4.2 program, in order to study their virtual affinity and binding mode with the target enzyme. The selected potent compounds were found to bind to the active site of the enzyme probably in a similar way to that of the substrate as suggested by the docking study. In summary, the newly developed furan-derived chalcones and their ∆2-pyrazoline derivatives could serve as potent leads toward the development of novel antimicrobial agents.
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- Inas S. Mahdi
- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad P.O. Box 14022, Iraq; (I.S.M.); (A.M.N.J.)
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad P.O. Box 14022, Iraq; (I.S.M.); (A.M.N.J.)
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad P.O. Box 14022, Iraq; (I.S.M.); (A.M.N.J.)
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat P.O. Box 36, Oman
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Casanova F, Pereira CF, Ribeiro AB, Castro PM, Freixo R, Martins E, Tavares-Valente D, Fernandes JC, Pintado ME, Ramos ÓL. Biological Potential and Bioaccessibility of Encapsulated Curcumin into Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide Modified Cellulose Nanocrystals. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 16:1737. [PMID: 38139863 PMCID: PMC10747507 DOI: 10.3390/ph16121737] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2023] [Revised: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Curcumin is a natural phenolic compound with important biological functions. Despite its demonstrated efficacy in vitro, curcumin biological activities in vivo are dependent on its bioaccessibility and bioavailability, which have been highlighted as a crucial challenge. Cetyltrimethylammonium bromide-modified cellulose nanocrystals (CNC-CTAB) have been shown to be effective in curcumin encapsulation, as they have the potential to enhance biological outcomes. This study evaluated the biological effects of curcumin encapsulated within CNC-CTAB structures, namely its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, as well as the release profile under digestion conditions and intestinal permeability. Encapsulated curcumin demonstrated antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, effectively reducing reactive oxygen species and cytokine production by intestinal cells. The delivery system exhibited antimicrobial properties against Campylobacter jejuni bacteria, further suggesting its potential in mitigating intestinal inflammation. The system showed the ability to protect curcumin from degradation and facilitate its interaction with the intestinal epithelium, highlighting the potential of CNC-CTAB as carrier to enhance curcumin intestinal biological functions.
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- Francisca Casanova
- CBQF-Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina-Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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- CBQF-Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina-Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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- CBQF-Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina-Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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- CBQF-Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina-Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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- CBQF-Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina-Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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- CBQF-Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina-Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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- CBQF-Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina-Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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- CBQF-Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina-Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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- CBQF-Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina-Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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- CBQF-Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina-Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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Nguyen HT, Wu S, Ootawa T, Nguyen HC, Tran HT, Pothinuch P, Pham HTT, Do ATH, Hoang HT, Islam MZ, Miyamoto A, Nguyen HTT. Effects of Roasting Conditions on Antibacterial Properties of Vietnamese Turmeric ( Curcuma longa) Rhizomes. Molecules 2023; 28:7242. [PMID: 37959661 PMCID: PMC10647697 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28217242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/22/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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Processing with heat treatment has been reported to alter several therapeutic effects of turmeric. In Vietnamese traditional medicine, turmeric has been long used for bacterial infections, and roasting techniques are sometimes applied with this material. However, there have been no studies investigating the effects of these thermal processes on the plant's antibacterial properties. Our study was therefore performed to examine the changes that roasting produced on this material. Slices of dried turmeric were further subjected to light-roasting (80 °C in 20 min) or dark-roasting (160 °C in 20 min) processes. Broth dilution and agar-well diffusion methods were applied to examine and compare the effects of ethanol extracts obtained from non-roasted, light-roasted and dark-roasted samples, on a set of 6 gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. In both investigations, dark-roasted turmeric was significantly less antibacterial than non-roasted and light-roasted materials, as evident by the higher values of minimum inhibitory concentrations and the smaller diameters of induced inhibitory zones. In addition, dark-roasting was also found to clearly reduce curcumin contents, total polyphenol values and antioxidant activities of the extracts. These results suggest that non-roasting or light-roasting might be more suitable for the processing of turmeric materials that are aimed to be applied for bacterial infections.
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- Hai Thanh Nguyen
- Department of Plant Biotechnology, Faculty of Biotechnology, Vietnam National University of Agriculture, Trau Quy Crossing, Gia Lam District, Hanoi 131000, Vietnam; (H.T.N.); (H.T.T.P.); (A.T.H.D.)
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology, Joint Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Kagoshima University, 1-21-24 Korimoto, Kagoshima 890-0065, Japan; (S.W.); (T.O.); (M.Z.I.)
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology, Joint Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Kagoshima University, 1-21-24 Korimoto, Kagoshima 890-0065, Japan; (S.W.); (T.O.); (M.Z.I.)
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- National Institute for Control of Vaccines and Biologicals, Hoang Mai District, Hanoi 128100, Vietnam; (H.C.N.); (H.T.T.)
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- National Institute for Control of Vaccines and Biologicals, Hoang Mai District, Hanoi 128100, Vietnam; (H.C.N.); (H.T.T.)
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- Faculty of Food Technology, Rangsit University, 52/347 Muang-Ake Pahonyontin Road, Lak-Hok, Pathum Thani 12000, Thailand;
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- Department of Plant Biotechnology, Faculty of Biotechnology, Vietnam National University of Agriculture, Trau Quy Crossing, Gia Lam District, Hanoi 131000, Vietnam; (H.T.N.); (H.T.T.P.); (A.T.H.D.)
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- Department of Plant Biotechnology, Faculty of Biotechnology, Vietnam National University of Agriculture, Trau Quy Crossing, Gia Lam District, Hanoi 131000, Vietnam; (H.T.N.); (H.T.T.P.); (A.T.H.D.)
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Vietnam National University of Agriculture, Trau Quy Crossing, Gia Lam District, Hanoi 131000, Vietnam;
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology, Joint Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Kagoshima University, 1-21-24 Korimoto, Kagoshima 890-0065, Japan; (S.W.); (T.O.); (M.Z.I.)
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh 2202, Bangladesh
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology, Joint Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Kagoshima University, 1-21-24 Korimoto, Kagoshima 890-0065, Japan; (S.W.); (T.O.); (M.Z.I.)
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology, Joint Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Kagoshima University, 1-21-24 Korimoto, Kagoshima 890-0065, Japan; (S.W.); (T.O.); (M.Z.I.)
- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Vietnam National University of Agriculture, Trau Quy Crossing, Gia Lam District, Hanoi 131000, Vietnam;
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Virzì NF, Fallica AN, Romeo G, Greish K, Alghamdi MA, Patanè S, Mazzaglia A, Shahid M, Pittalà V. Curcumin I-SMA nanomicelles as promising therapeutic tool to tackle bacterial infections. RSC Adv 2023; 13:31059-31066. [PMID: 37881762 PMCID: PMC10594152 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra04885c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 10/16/2023] [Indexed: 10/27/2023] Open
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Renewed interest towards natural substances has been pushed by the widespread diffusion of antibiotic resistance. Curcumin I is the most active and effective constituent of curcuminoids extracted from Curcuma longa and, among other beneficial effects, attracted attention for its antimicrobial potential. Since the poor pharmacokinetic profile hinders its efficient utilization, in the present paper, we report encapsulation of curcumin I in poly(styrene-co-maleic acid) (SMA-CUR) providing a nanomicellar system with improved aqueous solubility and bioavailability. SMA-CUR was characterized by means of size, zeta potential, polydispersity index, atomic force microscopy (AFM), drug release studies, spectroscopic properties and stability. SMA-CUR nanoformulation displayed exciting antimicrobial properties compared to free curcumin I towards Gram-positive and Gram-negative clinical isolates.
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- Nicola F Virzì
- Department of Drug and Health Science, University of Catania Viale A. Doria 6 95125 Catania Italy
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- Department of Drug and Health Science, University of Catania Viale A. Doria 6 95125 Catania Italy
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- Department of Drug and Health Science, University of Catania Viale A. Doria 6 95125 Catania Italy
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Arabian Gulf University Manama 329 Bahrain
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Arabian Gulf University Manama 329 Bahrain
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- Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Physical Sciences and Earth Sciences, University of Messina V.le F. Stagno D'Alcontres 31 98166 Messina Italy
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- National Council of Research, Institute for the Study of Nanostructured Materials (CNR-ISMN), URT of Messina c/o Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina V.le F. Stagno d'Alcontres 31 98166 Messina Italy
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- Department of Microbiology & Immunology, Arabian Gulf University Manama 329 Bahrain
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- Department of Drug and Health Science, University of Catania Viale A. Doria 6 95125 Catania Italy
- Department of Molecular Medicine, Arabian Gulf University Manama 329 Bahrain
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Hosseini MS, Hadadzadeh H, Mirahmadi-Zare SZ, Farrokhpour H, Aboutalebi F, Morshedi D. A curcumin-nicotinoyl derivative and its transition metal complexes: synthesis, characterization, and in silico and in vitro biological behaviors. Dalton Trans 2023; 52:14477-14490. [PMID: 37779393 DOI: 10.1039/d3dt01351k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/03/2023]
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Curcumin-nicotinoyl (Cur-Nic) was synthesized by the chemical modification of the curcumin structure, characterized, and used as a ligand for the synthesis of copper(II) and zinc(II) complexes. The biological activities of Cur-Nic and its metal complexes were predicted using the PASS and Swiss Target Prediction online software, respectively, and docking studies with tyrosine-protein kinase SRC were performed using the PyRx software to predict their anticancer activities. The toxicity effects of the complexes on a human breast cancer cell line (MCF-7) compared to a healthy breast cell line (MCF-10A) were investigated by the MTS assay. Although the metal complexes maintained the least toxicity against normal cells, the results indicated that compared to curcumin and Cur-Nic, the cytotoxicity toward cancer cells increased due to the complexation process. Moreover, the antibacterial evaluation of the compounds against a Gram-positive bacterium (MRSA) and a Gram-negative bacterium (E. coli) indicated that the Cu(II) complex and Cur-Nic were the best, respectively. Also, the Zn(II) complex was the most stable compound, and the Cu(II) complex was the best ROS scavenger based on the in vitro evaluation.
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- Marziyeh-Sadat Hosseini
- Department of Chemistry, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan 84156-83111, Iran.
- Department of Animal Biotechnology, Reproductive Biomedicine Research Center, Royan Institute for Biotechnology, ACECR, 8159358686, Isfahan, Iran.
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- Department of Chemistry, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan 84156-83111, Iran.
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- Department of Animal Biotechnology, Reproductive Biomedicine Research Center, Royan Institute for Biotechnology, ACECR, 8159358686, Isfahan, Iran.
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- Department of Chemistry, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan 84156-83111, Iran.
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- Department of Animal Biotechnology, Reproductive Biomedicine Research Center, Royan Institute for Biotechnology, ACECR, 8159358686, Isfahan, Iran.
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- Bioprocess Engineering Department, Institute of Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology, National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Tehran, Iran
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Alqahtani LS, Abd-Elhakim YM, Mohamed AAR, Khalifa NE, Khamis T, Alotaibi BS, Alosaimi M, El-Kholy SS, Abuzahrah SS, ElAshmouny N, Eskandrani AA, Gaber RA. Curcumin-loaded chitosan nanoparticles alleviate fenpropathrin-induced hepatotoxicity by regulating lipogenesis and pyroptosis in rats. Food Chem Toxicol 2023; 180:114036. [PMID: 37714448 DOI: 10.1016/j.fct.2023.114036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2023] [Revised: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/17/2023]
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In this study, the probable alleviative role of curcumin (CMN) (50 mg/kg b.wt) or curcumin-loaded chitosan nanoparticle (CLC-NP) (50 mg/kg b.wt) was assessed against the hepatotoxic effect of a widely used pyrethroid insecticide, fenpropathrin (FEN) (15 mg/kg b.wt) in rats in a 60-day experiment. The results revealed that CMN and CLC-NP significantly suppressed the FEN-induced increment in serum hepatic enzyme activities (ALT, AST, and ALP) and hyperbilirubinemia. Moreover, FEN-associated dyslipidemia, hepatic oxidative stress, and altered hepatic histology were significantly rescued by CMN and CLC-NP. Furthermore, the increased TNF-α and Caspase-3 immunoexpression in hepatic tissues of FEN-exposed rats was significantly reduced in CMN and CLC-NP-treated ones. FEN exposure significantly upregulated the pyroptosis-related genes, including GSDMD, Casp-1, Casp-3, Casp-8, IL-18, TNF-α, IL-1β, and NF-κB and altered the expression of lipogenesis-related genes including SREBP-1c, PPAR-α, MCP1, and FAS in the hepatic tissues. Nevertheless, the earlier disturbances in gene expression were corrected in CMN and CLC-NP-treated groups. Of note, compared to CMN, CLC-NP was more effective at inhibiting oxidative damage and controlling lipogenesis and pyroptosis in the hepatic tissues of FEN-exposed rats. Conclusively, the current study findings proved the superior and useful role of CLC-NP in combating pollutants associated with hepatic dysfunction.
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- Leena S Alqahtani
- Department of Biochemistry, College of Science, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, 23445, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Matrouh University, Matrouh, 51511, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, 44511, Zagazig, Egypt; Laboratory of Biotechnology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, 44519, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh, Egypt
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- Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science, University of Jeddah, 21959, Saudi Arabia
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- Histology and Cell biology, Faculty of Medicine, Kafr Elsheikh University, Egypt
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- Chemistry Department, College of Science, Taibah University, Medina, 30002, Saudi Arabia
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- Medical Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Egypt
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Denison HJ, Schwikkard SL, Khoder M, Kelly AF. Review: The Chemistry, Toxicity and Antibacterial Activity of Curcumin and Its Analogues. PLANTA MEDICA 2023. [PMID: 37604207 DOI: 10.1055/a-2157-8913] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/23/2023]
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Antimicrobial resistance is a global challenge that is already exacting a heavy price both in terms of human health and financial cost. Novel ways of approaching this crisis include the investigation of natural products. Curcumin is the major constituent in turmeric, and it is commonly used in the preparation of Asian cuisine. In addition, it possesses a wide range of pharmacological properties. This review provides a detailed account of curcumin and its analogues' antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative isolates, including its potential mechanism(s) of action and the safety and toxicity in human and animal models. We also highlight the key challenges in terms of solubility/bioavailability associated with the use of curcumin and include research on how these challenges have been overcome.
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- Hannah J Denison
- Syngenta, Jealott's Hill International Research Centre, Bracknell, Berkshire, UK
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- Department of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Science, Kingston University, London, UK
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- Department of Applied and Human Sciences, Kingston University, London, UK
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Periferakis AT, Periferakis A, Periferakis K, Caruntu A, Badarau IA, Savulescu-Fiedler I, Scheau C, Caruntu C. Antimicrobial Properties of Capsaicin: Available Data and Future Research Perspectives. Nutrients 2023; 15:4097. [PMID: 37836381 PMCID: PMC10574431 DOI: 10.3390/nu15194097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Revised: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023] Open
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Capsaicin is a phytochemical derived from plants of the genus Capsicum and subject of intensive phytochemical research due to its numerous physiological and therapeutical effects, including its important antimicrobial properties. Depending on the concentration and the strain of the bacterium, capsaicin can exert either bacteriostatic or even bactericidal effects against a wide range of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, while in certain cases it can reduce their pathogenicity by a variety of mechanisms such as mitigating the release of toxins or inhibiting biofilm formation. Likewise, capsaicin has been shown to be effective against fungal pathogens, particularly Candida spp., where it once again interferes with biofilm formation. The parasites Toxoplasma gondi and Trypanosoma cruzi have been found to be susceptible to the action of this compound too while there are also viruses whose invasiveness is significantly dampened by it. Among the most encouraging findings are the prospects for future development, especially using new formulations and drug delivery mechanisms. Finally, the influence of capsaicin in somatostatin and substance P secretion and action, offers an interesting array of possibilities given that these physiologically secreted compounds modulate inflammation and immune response to a significant extent.
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- Aristodemos-Theodoros Periferakis
- Department of Physiology, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Elkyda, Research & Education Centre of Charismatheia, 17675 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Physiology, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Elkyda, Research & Education Centre of Charismatheia, 17675 Athens, Greece
- Akadimia of Ancient Greek and Traditional Chinese Medicine, 16675 Athens, Greece
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- Akadimia of Ancient Greek and Traditional Chinese Medicine, 16675 Athens, Greece
- Pan-Hellenic Organization of Educational Programs (P.O.E.P), 17236 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, “Carol Davila” Central Military Emergency Hospital, 010825 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dental Medicine, “Titu Maiorescu” University, 031593 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physiology, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Cardiology, Coltea Clinical Hospital, 030167 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Internal Medicine, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physiology, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging, “Foisor” Clinical Hospital of Orthopaedics, Traumatology and Osteoarticular TB, 021382 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physiology, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Dermatology, ‘Prof. N.C. Paulescu’ National Institute of Diabetes, Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases, 011233 Bucharest, Romania
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Rostami M, Kolahi Azar H, Salehi M, Abedin Dargoush S, Rostamani H, Jahed-Khaniki G, Alikord M, Aghabeigi R, Ahmadi A, Beheshtizadeh N, Webster TJ, Rezaei N. The food and biomedical applications of curcumin-loaded electrospun nanofibers: A comprehensive review. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2023:1-28. [PMID: 37691403 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2023.2251584] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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Encapsulating curcumin (CUR) in nanocarriers such as liposomes, polymeric micelles, silica nanoparticles, protein-based nanocarriers, solid lipid nanoparticles, and nanocrystals could be efficient for a variety of industrial and biomedical applications. Nanofibers containing CUR represent a stable polymer-drug carrier with excellent surface-to-volume ratios for loading and cell interactions, tailored porosity for controlled CUR release, and diverse properties that fit the requirements for numerous applications. Despite the mentioned benefits, electrospinning is not capable of producing fibers from multiple polymers and biopolymers, and the product's effectiveness might be affected by various machine- and material-dependent parameters like the voltage and the flow rate of the electrospinning process. This review delves into the current and innovative recent research on nanofibers containing CUR and their various applications.
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- Mohammadreza Rostami
- Division of Food Safety and Hygiene, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Food Science and Nutrition Group (FSAN), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pathology, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Tissue Engineering, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Regenerative Medicine Group (REMED), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering-Biomaterials, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran
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- Division of Food Safety and Hygiene, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Division of Food Safety and Hygiene, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Food Sciences and Technology, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Tissue Engineering, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Regenerative Medicine Group (REMED), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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- School of Health Sciences and Biomedical Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, China
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciência e Engenharia dos Materiais, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Teresina, Brazil
- School of Engineering, Saveetha University, Chennai, India
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- Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Research Center for Immunodeficiencies, Children's Medical Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Network of Immunity in Infection, Malignancy and Autoimmunity (NIIMA), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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Sunil, Anand S, Ahmad A, Prakash R, Singh A, Megha V. Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation of Various Herbal Products Used with Zinc Oxide as an Obturating Material in Primary Teeth: An In Vivo Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2023; 24:692-699. [PMID: 38152944 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2023]
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AIM To compare the clinical and radiographically mixture of zinc oxide with Aloe vera, Curcumin and neem as an obturating material for pulpectomy. MATERIALS AND METHODS The study comprised of age group 4-8 years children requiring endodontic treatment for at least a single primary molar tooth. Sixty primary molar teeth from 43 children were divided equally and randomly into four study groups. The materials used for obturation were zinc oxide powder (ZnO) and Eugenol (ZOE) (group I), ZnO and Aloe vera Gel (group II), ZnO and Curcumin Powder (group III), ZnO and neem extract (group IV). They were evaluated clinically and radiographically at immediate postoperative and then at 1-, 3-, 6-, and 9-month intervals. RESULTS At the end of 9 months, the Chi-square test revealed 100% success rate for recovery of pain in group I and III, 66.66% in group II and 93.3% in group IV. The success rates for absence of abscess and for periradicular radiolucency in group I, III, and group IV were 100% and 66.6% for group II. The success rate for periapical radiolucency in group I and group III was 100%, in group II 66.6% and in group IV 93.35%. The success rate for all the groups shows 100% success in terms of pathological root resorption. CONCLUSION Zinc oxide eugenol has proven to be the best obturating material. ZnO with Aloe vera showed a success rate which is significantly lower than the other medicaments. ZnO with Curcumin and ZnO with neem had shown promising clinical and radiographical results. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE ZnO with Curcumin and ZnO with neem can be used as a root canal filling material in primary teeth with further follow-up studies.
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- Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Studies & Technologies, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Buddha Institute of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Patna, Bihar, India
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- Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Kalka Dental College and Hospital, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Community Medicine, ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Patna, Bihar, India, Phone: +91 8527040922, e-mail:
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- Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Buddha Institute of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Patna, Bihar, India
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- Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Buddha Institute of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Patna, Bihar, India
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Kaur Sandhu S, Raut J, Kumar S, Singh M, Ahmed B, Singh J, Rana V, Rishi P, Ganesh N, Dua K, Pal Kaur I. Nanocurcumin and viable Lactobacillus plantarum based sponge dressing for skin wound healing. Int J Pharm 2023; 643:123187. [PMID: 37394156 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2023.123187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2023] [Revised: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023]
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Curcumin loaded solid lipid nanoparticles (CSLNs) and probiotic (Lactobacillus plantarum UBLP-40; L. plantarum) were currently co-incorporated into a wound dressing. The combination with manifold anti-inflammatory, anti-infective, analgesic, and antioxidant properties of both curcumin and L. plantarum will better manage complex healing process. Recent reports indicate that polyphenolics like curcumin improve probiotic effects. Curcumin was nanoencapsulated (CSLNs) to improve its bioprofile and achieve controlled release on the wound bed. Bacteriotherapy (probiotic) is established to promote wound healing via antimicrobial activity, inhibition of pathogenic toxins, immunomodulation, and anti-inflammatory actions. Combination of CSLNs with probiotic enhanced (560%) its antimicrobial effects against planktonic cells and biofilms of skin pathogen, Staphylococcus aureus 9144. The sterile dressing was devised with selected polymers, and optimized for polymer concentration, and dressing characteristics using a central composite design. It exhibited a swelling ratio of 412 ± 36%, in vitro degradation time of 3 h, optimal water vapor transmission rate of 1516.81 ± 155.25 g/m2/day, high tensile strength, low-blood clotting index, case II transport, and controlled release of curcumin. XRD indicated strong interaction between employed polymers. FESEM revealed a porous sponge like meshwork embedded with L. plantarum and CSLNs. It degraded and released L. plantarum, which germinated in the wound bed. The sponge was stable under refrigerated conditions for up to six months. No translocation of probiotic from wound to the internal organs confirmed safety. The dressing exhibited faster wound closure and lowered bioburden in the wound area in mice. This was coupled with a decrease in TNF-α, MMP-9, and LPO levels; and an increase in VEGF, TGF-β, and antioxidant enzymes such as catalase and GSH, establishing multiple healing pathways. Results were compared with CSLNs and probiotic-alone dressings. The dressing was as effective as the silver nanoparticle-based marketed hydrogel dressing; however, the cost and risk of developing resistance would be much lower currently.
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- Simarjot Kaur Sandhu
- University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India
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- University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Piscataway, NJ 08844, USA
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- University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India
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- University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India
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- University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University, Patiala 147002, India
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- Department of Microbiology, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India
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- Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital & Research Centre, Bhopal 462001, India
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- Discipline of Pharmacy, Graduate School of Health, University of Technology Sydney, New South Wales 2007, Australia
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- University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India.
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Basile S, Mathew E, Genta I, Conti B, Dorati R, Lamprou DA. Optimization of FDM 3D printing process parameters to produce haemodialysis curcumin-loaded vascular grafts. Drug Deliv Transl Res 2023; 13:2058-2071. [PMID: 34642844 PMCID: PMC10315350 DOI: 10.1007/s13346-021-01078-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/05/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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3D printing has provided a new prospective in the manufacturing of personalized medical implants, including fistulas for haemodialysis (HD). In the current study, an optimized fused modelling deposition (FDM) 3D printing method has been validated, for the first time, to obtain cylindrical shaped fistulas. Printing parameters were evaluated for the manufacturing of fistulas using blank and 0.25% curcumin-loaded filaments that were produced by hot melt extrusion (HME). Four different fistula types have been designed and characterized using a variety of physicochemical characterization methods. Each design was printed three times to demonstrate printing process accuracy considering outer and inner diameter, wall thickness, width, and length. A thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) biocompatible elastomer was chosen, showing good mechanical properties with a high elastic modulus and maximum elongation, as well as stability at high temperatures with less than 0.8% of degradation at the range between 25 and 250 °C. Curcumin release profile has been evaluated in a saline buffer, obtaining a low release (12%) and demonstrating drug could continue release for a longer period, and for as long as grafts should remain in patient body. Possibility to produce drug-loaded grafts using one-step method as well as 3D printing process and TPU filaments containing curcumin printability has been demonstrated.
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- Sara Basile
- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast, BT9 7BL, UK
- Department of Drug Sciences, University of Pavia, Viale Taramelli 12, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast, BT9 7BL, UK
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- Department of Drug Sciences, University of Pavia, Viale Taramelli 12, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Drug Sciences, University of Pavia, Viale Taramelli 12, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Drug Sciences, University of Pavia, Viale Taramelli 12, 27100, Pavia, Italy.
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast, BT9 7BL, UK.
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Chen SY, Kokalari I, Parnell SR, Smith GN, Zeng BH, Way TF, Chuang FS, Rwei AY. Structure Property Relationship of Micellar Waterborne Poly(Urethane-Urea): Tunable Mechanical Properties and Controlled Release Profiles with Amphiphilic Triblock Copolymers. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2023. [PMID: 37433143 PMCID: PMC10373496 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.3c00921] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
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Waterborne polyurethane (WPU) has attracted significant interest as a promising alternative to solvent-based polyurethane (SPU) due to its positive impact on safety and sustainability. However, significant limitations of WPU, such as its weaker mechanical strength, limit its ability to replace SPU. Triblock amphiphilic diols are promising materials to enhance the performance of WPU due to their well-defined hydrophobic-hydrophilic structures. Yet, our understanding of the relationship between the hydrophobic-hydrophilic arrangements of triblock amphiphilic diols and the physical properties of WPU remains limited. In this study, we show that by controlling the micellar structure of WPU in aqueous solution via the introduction of triblock amphiphilic diols, the postcuring efficiency and the resulting mechanical strength of WPU can be significantly enhanced. Small-angle neutron scattering confirmed the microstructure and spatial distribution of hydrophilic and hydrophobic segments in the engineered WPU micelles. In addition, we show that the control of the WPU micellar structure through triblock amphiphilic diols renders WPU attractive in the applications of controlled release, such as drug delivery. Here, curcumin was used as a model hydrophobic drug, and the drug release behavior from WPU-micellar-based drug delivery systems was characterized. It was found that curcumin-loaded WPU drug delivery systems were highly biocompatible and exhibited antibacterial properties in vitro. Furthermore, the sustained release profile of the drug was found to be dependent on the structure of the triblock amphiphilic diols, suggesting the possibility of controlling the drug release profile via the selection of triblock amphiphilic diols. This work shows that by shedding light on the structure-property relationship of triblock amphiphilic diol-containing WPU micelles, we may enhance the applicability of WPU systems and move closer to realizing their promising potential in real-life applications.
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- Shu-Yi Chen
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, 2629 HZ Delft, The Netherlands
- Institute of Organic and Polymeric Materials, National Taipei University of Technology, 10608 Taipei, Taiwan
- Research and Development Center for Smart Textile Technology, National Taipei University of Technology, 10608 Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, 2629 HZ Delft, The Netherlands
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- Department of Radiation Science and Technology, Delft University of Technology, 2629 HZ Delft, The Netherlands
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- Institute of Organic and Polymeric Materials, National Taipei University of Technology, 10608 Taipei, Taiwan
- Research and Development Center for Smart Textile Technology, National Taipei University of Technology, 10608 Taipei, Taiwan
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- Institute of Organic and Polymeric Materials, National Taipei University of Technology, 10608 Taipei, Taiwan
- Research and Development Center for Smart Textile Technology, National Taipei University of Technology, 10608 Taipei, Taiwan
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- Institute of Organic and Polymeric Materials, National Taipei University of Technology, 10608 Taipei, Taiwan
- Research and Development Center for Smart Textile Technology, National Taipei University of Technology, 10608 Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Fashion and Design, Lee-Ming Institute of Technology, No. 22, Sec. 3, Tai-Lin Rd., Taishan Dist., New Taipei City 243, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, 2629 HZ Delft, The Netherlands
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Junior RCDS, Campanholi KDSS, Maciel BC, Pinto LADM, de Morais FAP, Rando FDS, Pereira PCDS, Pozza MSDS, Nakamura CV, Caetano W. Natural photosensitizer-loaded in micellar copolymer to prevent bovine mastitis: A new post-dipping protocol on milking. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2023; 42:103337. [PMID: 36813143 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2023.103337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2022] [Revised: 02/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/10/2023] [Indexed: 02/22/2023]
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Good management practices such as post-dipping applications (post-milking immersion bath) contribute to the dairy cattle health during lactation and minimize the appearance of mastitis (an infection in the mammary gland). The post-dipping procedure is performed conventionally using iodine-based solutions. The search for therapeutic modalities that are not invasive and do not cause resistance to the microorganisms that cause bovine mastitis instigates the interest of the scientific community. In this regard, antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy (aPDT) is highlighted. The aPDT is based on combining a photosensitizer (PS) compound, light of adequate wavelength, and molecular oxygen (3O2), which triggers a series of photophysical processes and photochemical reactions that generate reactive oxygen species (ROS) responsible for the inactivation of microorganisms. The present investigation explored the photodynamic efficiency of two natural PS: Chlorophyll-rich spinach extract (CHL) and Curcumin (CUR), both incorporated into the Pluronic® F127 micellar copolymer. They were applied in post-dipping procedures in two different experiments. The photoactivity of formulations mediated through aPDT was conducted against Staphylococcus aureus, and obtained a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 6.8 mg mL-1 for CHL-F127 and 0.25 mg mL-1 for CUR-F127. Only CUR-F127 inhibited Escherichia coli growth with MIC 0.50 mg mL-1. Concerning the count of microorganisms during the days of the application, a significant difference was observed between the treatments and control (Iodine) when the teat surface of cows was evaluated. For CHL-F127 there was a difference for Coliform and Staphylococcus (p < 0.05). For CUR-F127 there was a difference for aerobic mesophilic and Staphylococcus (p < 0.05). Such application decreased bacterial load and maintained the milk quality, being evaluated via total microorganism count, physical-chemical composition, and somatic cell count (SCC).
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- Department of Animal Science, State University of Maringá, Maringá, Paraná 87020-900, Brazil
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- Post-graduate in Agronomy, State University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Cassilândia, 79804-970, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Department of Basic Health Sciences, Brazil State University of Maringá, Maringá, 87020-900, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, State University of Maringá, Maringá, Paraná 87020-900, Brazil
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Dytrych P, Kejík Z, Hajduch J, Kaplánek R, Veselá K, Kučnirová K, Skaličková M, Venhauerová A, Hoskovec D, Martásek P, Jakubek M. Therapeutic potential and limitations of curcumin as antimetastatic agent. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 163:114758. [PMID: 37141738 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.114758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Revised: 04/18/2023] [Accepted: 04/20/2023] [Indexed: 05/06/2023] Open
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Treatment of metastatic cancer is one of the biggest challenges in anticancer therapy. Curcumin is interesting nature polyphenolic compound with unique biological and medicinal effects, including repression of metastases. High impact studies imply that curcumin can modulate the immune system, independently target various metastatic signalling pathways, and repress migration and invasiveness of cancer cells. This review discusses the potential of curcumin as an antimetastatic agent and describes potential mechanisms of its antimetastatic activity. In addition, possible strategies (curcumin formulation, optimization of the method of administration and modification of its structure motif) to overcome its limitation such as low solubility and bioactivity are also presented. These strategies are discussed in the context of clinical trials and relevant biological studies.
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- Petr Dytrych
- 1st Department of Surgery-Department of Abdominal, Thoracic Surgery and Traumatology, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital, U Nemocnice 2, 121 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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- BIOCEV, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Průmyslová 595, 252 50 Vestec, Czech Republic; Department of Paediatrics and Inherited Metabolic Disorders, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, Ke Karlovu 455/2, 128 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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- BIOCEV, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Průmyslová 595, 252 50 Vestec, Czech Republic
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- BIOCEV, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Průmyslová 595, 252 50 Vestec, Czech Republic
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- BIOCEV, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Průmyslová 595, 252 50 Vestec, Czech Republic; Department of Paediatrics and Inherited Metabolic Disorders, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, Ke Karlovu 455/2, 128 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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- BIOCEV, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Průmyslová 595, 252 50 Vestec, Czech Republic; Department of Paediatrics and Inherited Metabolic Disorders, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, Ke Karlovu 455/2, 128 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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- BIOCEV, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Průmyslová 595, 252 50 Vestec, Czech Republic; Department of Paediatrics and Inherited Metabolic Disorders, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, Ke Karlovu 455/2, 128 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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- BIOCEV, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Průmyslová 595, 252 50 Vestec, Czech Republic; Department of Paediatrics and Inherited Metabolic Disorders, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, Ke Karlovu 455/2, 128 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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- 1st Department of Surgery-Department of Abdominal, Thoracic Surgery and Traumatology, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital, U Nemocnice 2, 121 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Department of Paediatrics and Inherited Metabolic Disorders, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, Ke Karlovu 455/2, 128 08 Prague, Czech Republic.
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- BIOCEV, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Průmyslová 595, 252 50 Vestec, Czech Republic; Department of Paediatrics and Inherited Metabolic Disorders, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, Ke Karlovu 455/2, 128 08 Prague, Czech Republic.
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Jamil SNH, Ali AH, Feroz SR, Lam SD, Agustar HK, Mohd Abd Razak MR, Latip J. Curcumin and Its Derivatives as Potential Antimalarial and Anti-Inflammatory Agents: A Review on Structure-Activity Relationship and Mechanism of Action. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 16:ph16040609. [PMID: 37111366 PMCID: PMC10146798 DOI: 10.3390/ph16040609] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2023] [Revised: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Curcumin, one of the major ingredients of turmeric (Curcuma longa), has been widely reported for its diverse bioactivities, including against malaria and inflammatory-related diseases. However, curcumin's low bioavailability limits its potential as an antimalarial and anti-inflammatory agent. Therefore, research on the design and synthesis of novel curcumin derivatives is being actively pursued to improve the pharmacokinetic profile and efficacy of curcumin. This review discusses the antimalarial and anti-inflammatory activities and the structure-activity relationship (SAR), as well as the mechanisms of action of curcumin and its derivatives in malarial treatment. This review provides information on the identification of the methoxy phenyl group responsible for the antimalarial activity and the potential sites and functional groups of curcumin for structural modification to improve its antimalarial and anti-inflammatory actions, as well as potential molecular targets of curcumin derivatives in the context of malaria and inflammation.
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- Siti Nur Hidayah Jamil
- Department of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Applied Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Earth Sciences and Environment, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Herbal Medicine Research Centre, Institute for Medical Research, National Institute of Health (NIH) Complex, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Shah Alam 40170, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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Suresh MV, Francis S, Aktay S, Kralovich G, Raghavendran K. Therapeutic potential of curcumin in ARDS and COVID-19. Clin Exp Pharmacol Physiol 2023; 50:267-276. [PMID: 36480131 PMCID: PMC9877870 DOI: 10.1111/1440-1681.13744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2022] [Revised: 11/13/2022] [Accepted: 11/30/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Curcumin is a safe, non-toxic, readily available and naturally occurring compound, an active constituent of Curcuma longa (turmeric). Curcumin could potentially treat diseases, but faces poor physicochemical and pharmacological characteristics. To overcome these limitations, we developed a stable, water-soluble formulation of curcumin called cyclodextrin-complexed curcumin (CDC). We have previously shown that direct delivery of CDC to the lung following lipopolysaccharides exposure reduces acute lung injury (ALI) and effectively reduces lung injury, inflammation and mortality in mice following Klebsiella pneumoniae. Recently, we found that administration of CDC led to a significant reduction in angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 and signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 expression in gene and protein levels following pneumonia, indicating its potential in treating coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). In this review, we consider the clinical features of ALI and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and the role of curcumin in modulating the pathogenesis of bacterial/viral-induced ARDS and COVID-19.
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- Department of Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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Zhang J, Sun J, Li C, Qiao H, Hussain Z. Functionalization of curcumin nanomedicines: a recent promising adaptation to maximize pharmacokinetic profile, specific cell internalization and anticancer efficacy against breast cancer. J Nanobiotechnology 2023; 21:106. [PMID: 36964547 PMCID: PMC10039588 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-023-01854-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2023] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 03/26/2023] Open
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Owing to its diverse heterogeneity, aggressive nature, enormous metastatic potential, and high remission rate, the breast cancer (BC) is among the most prevalent types of cancer associated with high mortality. Curcumin (Cur) is a potent phytoconstituent that has gained remarkable recognition due to exceptional biomedical viability against a wide range of ailments including the BC. Despite exhibiting a strong anticancer potential, the clinical translation of Cur is restricted due to intrinsic physicochemical properties such as low aqueous solubility, chemical instability, low bioavailability, and short plasma half-life. To overcome these shortcomings, nanotechnology-aided developments have been extensively deployed. The implication of nanotechnology has pointedly improved the physicochemical properties, pharmacokinetic profile, cell internalization, and anticancer efficacy of Cur; however, majority of Cur-nanomedicines are still facing grandeur challenges. The advent of various functionalization strategies such as PEGylation, surface decoration with different moieties, stimuli-responsiveness (i.e., pH, light, temperature, heat, etc.), tethering of specific targeting ligand(s) based on the biochemical targets (e.g., folic acid receptors, transferrin receptors, CD44, etc.), and multifunctionalization (multiple functionalities) has revolutionized the fate of Cur-nanomedicines. This study ponders the biomedical significance of various Cur-nanomedicines and adaptable functionalizations for amplifying the physicochemical properties, cytotoxicity via induction of apoptosis, cell internalization, bioavailability, passive and active targeting to the tumor microenvironment (TME), and anticancer efficacy of the Cur while reversing the multidrug resistance (MDR) and reoccurrence in BC. Nevertheless, the therapeutic outcomes of Cur-nanomedicines against the BC have been remarkably improved after adaptation of various functionalizations; however, this evolving strategy still demands extensive research for scalable clinical translation.
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- Jinku Zhang
- Department of Pathology, Baoding First Central Hospital, Baoding, 071000, Hebei, China.
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- Department of Pathology, Baoding First Central Hospital, Baoding, 071000, Hebei, China
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- Core Facility for Protein Research, Institute of Biophysics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100101, China
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- Department of Pathology, Baoding First Central Hospital, Baoding, 071000, Hebei, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, College of Pharmacy, University of Sharjah, 27272, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, 27272, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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El-Baz YG, Moustafa A, Ali MA, El-Desoky GE, Wabaidur SM, Faisal MM. An Analysis of the Toxicity, Antioxidant, and Anti-Cancer Activity of Cinnamon Silver Nanoparticles in Comparison with Extracts and Fractions of Cinnamomum Cassia at Normal and Cancer Cell Levels. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:945. [PMID: 36903823 PMCID: PMC10005684 DOI: 10.3390/nano13050945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2023] [Revised: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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In this work, the extract of cinnamon bark was used for the green synthesis of cinnamon-Ag nanoparticles (CNPs) and other cinnamon samples, including ethanolic (EE) and aqueous (CE) extracts, chloroform (CF), ethyl acetate (EF), and methanol (MF) fractions. The polyphenol (PC) and flavonoid (FC) contents in all the cinnamon samples were determined. The synthesized CNPs were tested for the antioxidant activity (as DPPH radical scavenging percentage) in Bj-1 normal cells and HepG-2 cancer cells. Several antioxidant enzymes, including biomarkers, superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glutathione-S-transferase (GST), and reduced glutathione (GSH), were verified for their effects on the viability and cytotoxicity of normal and cancer cells. The anti-cancer activity depended on apoptosis marker protein levels (Caspase3, P53, Bax, and Pcl2) in normal and cancerous cells. The obtained data showed higher PC and FC contents in CE samples, while CF showed the lowest levels. The IC50 values of all investigated samples were higher, while their antioxidant activities were lower than those of vitamin C (5.4 g/mL). The CNPs showed lower IC50 value (55.6 µg/mL), whereas the antioxidant activity inside or outside the Bj-1 or HepG-2 was found to be higher compared with other samples. All samples execrated a dose-dependent cytotoxicity by decreasing the cells' viability percent of Bj-1 and HepG-2. Similarly, the anti-proliferative potency of CNPs on Bj-1 or HepG-2 at different concentrations was more effective than that of other samples. Higher concentrations of the CNPs (16 g/mL) showed greater cell death in Bj-1 (25.68%) and HepG-2 (29.49%), indicating powerful anti-cancer properties of the nanomaterials. After 48 h of CNPs treatment, both Bj-1 and HepG-2 showed significant increases in biomarker enzyme activities and reduced glutathione compared with other treated samples or untreated controls (p < 0.05). The anti-cancer biomarker activities of Caspas-3, P53, Bax, and Bcl-2 levels were significantly changed in Bj-1 or HepG-2 cells. The cinnamon samples were significantly increased in Caspase-3, Bax, and P53, while there were decreased Bcl-2 levels compared with control.
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- Y. G. El-Baz
- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Chemistry Department, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Chemistry Department, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Centre of Materials Physics, Department of Physics, Durham University, Durham DH1 3LE, UK
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Shoaib M, Aqib AI, Muzammil I, Majeed N, Bhutta ZA, Kulyar MFEA, Fatima M, Zaheer CNF, Muneer A, Murtaza M, Kashif M, Shafqat F, Pu W. MRSA compendium of epidemiology, transmission, pathophysiology, treatment, and prevention within one health framework. Front Microbiol 2023; 13:1067284. [PMID: 36704547 PMCID: PMC9871788 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2022.1067284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Staphylococcus aureus is recognized as commensal as well as opportunistic pathogen of humans and animals. Methicillin resistant strain of S. aureus (MRSA) has emerged as a major pathogen in hospitals, community and veterinary settings that compromises the public health and livestock production. MRSA basically emerged from MSSA after acquiring SCCmec element through gene transfer containing mecA gene responsible for encoding PBP-2α. This protein renders the MRSA resistant to most of the β-lactam antibiotics. Due to the continuous increasing prevalence and transmission of MRSA in hospitals, community and veterinary settings posing a major threat to public health. Furthermore, high pathogenicity of MRSA due to a number of virulence factors produced by S. aureus along with antibiotic resistance help to breach the immunity of host and responsible for causing severe infections in humans and animals. The clinical manifestations of MRSA consist of skin and soft tissues infection to bacteremia, septicemia, toxic shock, and scalded skin syndrome. Moreover, due to the increasing resistance of MRSA to number of antibiotics, there is need to approach alternatives ways to overcome economic as well as human losses. This review is going to discuss various aspects of MRSA starting from emergence, transmission, epidemiology, pathophysiology, disease patterns in hosts, novel treatment, and control strategies.
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- Muhammad Shoaib
- Key Laboratory of New Animal Drug Project, Gansu Province/Key Laboratory of Veterinary Pharmaceutical Development, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs/Lanzhou Institute of Husbandry and Pharmaceutical Sciences of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Medicine, Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Institute of Microbiology, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Immunology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Chungbuk National University, Cheongju, Republic of Korea
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- Faculty of Biosciences, Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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- Department of Microbiology, Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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- Department of Microbiology, Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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- Key Laboratory of New Animal Drug Project, Gansu Province/Key Laboratory of Veterinary Pharmaceutical Development, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs/Lanzhou Institute of Husbandry and Pharmaceutical Sciences of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Lanzhou, China
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Ren M, Cai Z, Chen L, Wahia H, Zhang L, Wang Y, Yu X, Zhou C. Preparation of zein/chitosan/eugenol/curcumin active films for blueberry preservation. Int J Biol Macromol 2022; 223:1054-1066. [PMID: 36395925 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.11.090] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2022] [Revised: 10/25/2022] [Accepted: 11/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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This study aimed to develop zein/chitosan-based films formulated with curcumin and eugenol to improve the quality of postharvest blueberries. First, the film-forming solutions were characterized (rheological property and water distribution), and the mechanical, structural properties and bioactivity of active films fabricated by casting were evaluated. Further, the active film was coated with blueberry stored at 4 °C, and physicochemical properties (weight loss, hardness, microbial counts, and appearance changes) were measured. The film-forming solutions exhibited non-Newtonian behavior. The incorporation of curcumin and eugenol improved the tensile strength and elongation at the break of films, reaching 17.86 MPa and 92.80 %, respectively. The antioxidant capacity was enhanced, and DPPH and ABTS radical scavenging rates were up to 90.60 ± 0.06 % and 86.34 ± 0.39 %, respectively. Meanwhile, the prepared active films possessed good anti-UV and sensitive pH-response color-shifting ability. Compared to the uncoated blueberry, blueberry coated with zein/chitosan/curcumin/eugenol showed lower weight loss and higher hardness, indicating that the prepared active films played a vital role in delaying the deterioration of blueberry and extending its shelf life. Overall, the zein-chitosan incorporated with curcumin and eugenol films could be a promising candidate to prolong the shelf life of food products due to their excellent bioactive capacity.
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- Manni Ren
- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China; College of Food and Bioengineering, Qiqihar University, Qiqihar 161006, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Co-Innovation Center of Jiangsu Marine Bio-industry Technology, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyungang 222005, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China.
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Dalla E, Koumentakou I, Bikiaris N, Balla E, Lykidou S, Nikolaidis N. Formulation, Characterization and Evaluation of Innovative O/W Emulsions Containing Curcumin Derivatives with Enhanced Antioxidant Properties. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:2271. [PMID: 36421457 PMCID: PMC9687020 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11112271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2022] [Revised: 11/11/2022] [Accepted: 11/14/2022] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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In the present study, a series of semisolid Oil in Water (O/W) emulsions containing different Curcumin (Cur) derivatives (Cur powder, Cur extract and Cur complexed with β-cyclodextrin) in varying concentrations, were prepared. Initially, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), microscopy, pH and viscosity measurements were performed to evaluate their stability over time. Moreover, the effect of the active cosmetic substances on the Sun Protection Factor (SPF), antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of the prepared emulsions was investigated. It was observed that emulsions containing Cur extract and Cur β-cyclodextrin complex presented great viscosity and pH stability for up to 90 days of storage contrary to the emulsions containing Cur powder which showed unstable behavior due to the formation of agglomerates. All samples presented SPF values between 2.6 and 3.2. The emulsions with Cur in all forms exhibited high antioxidant activity, whereas the emulsion containing Cur β-cyclodextrin complex presented the highest value. Despite their improved stability and antioxidant activity, the emulsions containing Cur extract and Cur-β-cyclodextrin exhibited a low percentage of antimicrobial activity against E. coli and Staphylococcus bacteria. Instead, the emulsions containing Cur powder presented a reduction rate over 90 % against E. coli and Staphylococcus colonies.
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Dias KJSDO, Miranda GM, Bessa JR, Araújo ACJD, Freitas PR, Almeida RSD, Paulo CLR, Neto JBDA, Coutinho HDM, Ribeiro-Filho J. Terpenes as bacterial efflux pump inhibitors: A systematic review. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:953982. [PMID: 36313340 PMCID: PMC9606600 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.953982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Managing antibiotic resistance is a significant challenge in modern pharmacotherapy. While molecular analyses have identified efflux pump expression as an essential mechanism underlying multidrug resistance, the targeted drug development has occurred slower. Thus, considering the verification that terpenes can enhance the activity of antibiotics against resistant bacteria, the present study gathered evidence pointing to these natural compounds as bacterial efflux pump inhibitors. A systematic search for manuscripts published between January 2007 and January 2022 was carried out using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) protocol and the following search terms: “Terpene”; AND “Efflux pump”; and “Bacteria.” From a total of 101 articles found in the initial search, 41 were included in this review. Seventy-five different terpenes, 63 bacterial strains, and 22 different efflux pumps were reported, with carvacrol, Staphylococcus aureus SA-1199B, and NorA appearing most frequently mentioned terpene, bacterial strain, and efflux pump (EP), respectively. The Chi-Squared analysis indicated that terpenes are significantly effective EP inhibitors in Gram-positive and Gram-negative strains, with the inhibitory frequency significantly higher in Gram-positive strains. The results of the present review suggest that terpenes are significant efflux pump inhibitors and, as such, can be used in drug development targeting the combat of antibacterial resistance.
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- Laboratory of Genetics and Translational Hematology, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (FIOCRUZ), Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
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- Institute of Psychology, Federal University of Bahia (UFBA), Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Sciences, Regional University of Cariri, Crato, Ceará, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Sciences, Regional University of Cariri, Crato, Ceará, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Sciences, Regional University of Cariri, Crato, Ceará, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Sciences, Regional University of Cariri, Crato, Ceará, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Sciences, Regional University of Cariri, Crato, Ceará, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Sciences, Regional University of Cariri, Crato, Ceará, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Genetics and Translational Hematology, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (FIOCRUZ), Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
- Fiocruz Ceará, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (FIOCRUZ), Eusébio, Ceará, Brazil
- *Correspondence: Jaime Ribeiro-Filho,
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Chen Y, Hu H, Huang F, Ling Z, Chen B, Tan B, Wang T, Liu X, Liu C, Zou X. Cocktail of isobavachalcone and curcumin enhance eradication of Staphylococcus aureus biofilm from orthopedic implants by gentamicin and alleviate inflammatory osteolysis. Front Microbiol 2022; 13:958132. [PMID: 36212814 PMCID: PMC9537636 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2022.958132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Orthopedic device-related infection (ODRI) caused by Staphylococcus aureus, especially methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) biofilm may lead to persist infection and severe inflammatory osteolysis. Previous studies have demonstrated that both isobavachalcone and curcumin possess antimicrobial activity, recent studies also reveal their antiosteoporosis, anti-inflammation, and immunoregulatory effect. Thus, this study aims to investigate whether the combination of isobavachalcone and curcumin can enhance the anti-S. aureus biofilm activity of gentamicin and alleviate inflammatory osteolysis in vivo. EUCAST and a standardized MBEC assay were used to verify the synergy between isobavachalcone and curcumin with gentamicin against planktonic S. aureus and its biofilm in vitro, then the antimicrobial and immunoregulatory effect of cocktail therapy was demonstrated in a femoral ODRI mouse model in vivo by μCT analysis, histopathology, quantification of bacteria in bone and myeloid-derived suppressor cell (MDSC) in bone marrow. We tested on standard MSSA ATCC25923 and MRSA USA300, 5 clinical isolated MSSA, and 2 clinical isolated MRSA strains and found that gentamicin with curcumin (62.5–250 μg/ml) and gentamicin with isobavachalcone (1.56 μg/ml) are synergistic against planktonic MSSA, while gentamicin (128 μg/ml) with curcumin (31.25–62.5, 250–500 μg/ml) and gentamicin (64–128 μg/ml) with isobavachalcone (1.56–12.5 μg/ml) exhibit synergistic effect against MSSA biofilm. Results of further study revealed that cocktail of 128 μg/ml gentamicin together with 125 μg/ml curcumin +6.25 μg/ml isobavachalcone showed promising biofilm eradication effect with synergy against USA300 biofilm in vitro. Daily intraperitoneal administration of 20 mg/kg/day isobavachalcone, 20 mg/kg/day curcumin, and 20 mg/kg/day gentamicin, can reduce inflammatory osteolysis and maintain microarchitecture of trabecular bone during orthopedic device-related MRSA infection in mice. Cocktail therapy also enhanced reduction of MDSC M1 polarization in peri-implant tissue, suppression of MDSC amplification in bone marrow, and Eradication of USA300 biofilm in vivo. Together, these results suggest that the combination of isobavachalcone and curcumin as adjuvants administrated together with gentamicin significantly enhances its antimicrobial effect against S. aureus biofilm, and can also modify topical inflammation in ODRI and protect bone microstructure in vivo, which may serve as a potential treatment strategy, especially for S. aureus induced ODRI.
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- Yan Chen
- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Precision Medicine Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- *Correspondence: Chun Liu,
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Xuenong Zou,
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Curcumin Stimulates the Overexpression of Virulence Factors in Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhimurium: In Vitro and Animal Model Studies. Antibiotics (Basel) 2022; 11:antibiotics11091230. [PMID: 36140009 PMCID: PMC9494991 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics11091230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2022] [Revised: 09/05/2022] [Accepted: 09/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Salmonella spp. is one of the most common food poisoning pathogens and the main cause of diarrheal diseases in humans in developing countries. The increased Salmonella resistance to antimicrobials has led to the search for new alternatives, including natural compounds such as curcumin, which has already demonstrated a bactericidal effect; however, in Gram-negatives, there is much controversy about this effect, as it is highly variable. In this study, we aimed to verify the antibacterial activity of curcumin against the Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium growth rate, virulence, and pathogenicity. The strain was exposed to 110, 220 or 330 µg/mL curcumin, and by complementary methods (spectrophotometric, pour plate and MTT assays), we determined its antibacterial activity. To elucidate whether curcumin regulates the expression of virulence genes, Salmonella invA, fliC and siiE genes were investigated by quantitative real-time reverse transcription (qRT-PCR). Furthermore, to explore the effect of curcumin on the pathogenesis process in vivo, a Caenorhabditis elegans infection model was employed. No antibacterial activity was observed, even at higher concentrations of curcumin. All concentrations of curcumin caused overgrowth (35−69%) and increased the pathogenicity of the bacterial strain through the overexpression of virulence factors. The latter coincided with a significant reduction in both the lifespan and survival time of C. elegans when fed with curcumin-treated bacteria. Our data provide relevant information that may support the selective antibacterial effects of curcumin to reconsider the indiscriminate use of this phytochemical, especially in outbreaks of pathogenic Gram-negative bacteria.
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Wang R, Ruan L, Jiang G, Li P, Aharodnikau UE, Yunusov KE, Gao X, Solomevich SO. Fabrication of Curcumin-Loaded Silk Fibroin and Polyvinyl Alcohol Composite Hydrogel Films for Skin Wound Healing. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2022; 5:4400-4412. [PMID: 36018308 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.2c00548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Skin regeneration of full-thickness wounds remains a challenge, requiring a well-regulated interplay of cell-cell and cell-matrix signaling. Herein, the composite hydrogel films composed of silk fibroin (SF) and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) as scaffolds loaded with curcumin nanoparticles (Cur NPs) were developed for skin wound healing. The structure and physicochemical properties of hydrogel films were first evaluated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), water contact angle, and chemical and mechanical measurements. In addition, the as-fabricated composite hydrogel films have a unique 3D structure and excellent biocompatibility that facilitates the adhesion and growth of cells. Antimicrobial tests in vitro showed that they could inhibit the growth of bacteria due to the incorporation of Cur NPs into composite hydrogel films. The efficacy of the curcumin-loaded SF/PVA composite hydrogel films for skin wound healing was investigated on the skin defect model in vivo. Immunological analysis showed that the as-fabricated Cur NP-loaded SF/PVA composite hydrogel films inhibited inflammation at the wound sites, while promoting angiogenesis during the wound healing process.
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- Ruofan Wang
- Department of Dermatology, Beilun District People's Hospital, Ningbo 315800, China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Beilun District People's Hospital, Ningbo 315800, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou 310018, China
- International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Intelligent Biomaterials and Functional Fibers, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Research Institute for Physical Chemical Problems of the Belarusian State University, Minsk 220030, Belarus
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- Institute of Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Uzbekistan Academy of Sciences, Tashkent 100128, Uzbekistan
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Research Institute for Physical Chemical Problems of the Belarusian State University, Minsk 220030, Belarus
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Al-Bishari AM, Al-Shaaobi BA, Al-Bishari AA, Al-Baadani MA, Yu L, Shen J, Cai L, Shen Y, Deng Z, Gao P. Vitamin D and curcumin-loaded PCL nanofibrous for engineering osteogenesis and immunomodulatory scaffold. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 10:975431. [PMID: 36003534 PMCID: PMC9393239 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.975431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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The accelerating bone healing process is still a major challenge in clinical orthopedics, especially in critical-sized bone defects. Recently, Nanofiber membranes are showing increasing attention in the biomedical field due to their good biocompatibility, mechanical stability, and the ability to work as a drug carrier to achieve localized and sustained drug delivery. Herein, a multifunction nanofiber membrane loaded with vitamin D (Vit D) and curcumin (Cur) was successfully fabricated using electrospinning technology. In addition, we innovatively modified Vit D with PEG to improve the hydrophilicity of PCL nanofibers. The vitro results of CCK-8, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and mineralization demonstrated that the PCL/Vit D-Cur membrane had great potential for enhancing the proliferation/differentiation of osteoblasts. Moreover, the synergistic effect of Vit D-Cur loaded PCL nanofiber membrane showed a superior ability to improve the anti-inflammatory activity through M2 polarization. Furthermore, in vivo results confirmed that the defect treated with PCL/Vit D-Cur nanofiber membrane was filled with the newly formed bone after 1 month. These results indicate that the Vit D/Cur loaded membrane can be applied for potential bone regeneration therapy.
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- School Hospital of Stomatology, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
- *Correspondence: Zhennan Deng, ; Peng Gao,
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
- *Correspondence: Zhennan Deng, ; Peng Gao,
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Supplemental dietary curcumin improves testicular hemodynamics, testosterone levels, and semen quality in Baladi bucks in the non-breeding season. Theriogenology 2022; 188:100-107. [DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2022.05.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2022] [Revised: 05/23/2022] [Accepted: 05/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Comparative Toxicity of Vegan Red, E124, and E120 Food Dyes on Three Rapidly Proliferating Model Systems. ENVIRONMENTS 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/environments9070089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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The abuse of artificial food dyes and the evidence that they harm human health recently prompted a significant effort to introduce vegan substitutes prepared from fruits and vegetables. Not much information, however, has been collected on their possible effects on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems once released as waste in surface waters. For this purpose, we analyzed the effects of a vegan red (VEG) preparation (concentration 1.2 g/L) on three rapidly proliferating models for terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem contamination. In particular, in vitro cells cultures (exposure for 24 h), Artemia salina nauplii and Cucumis sativus seedlings (exposure 5 days). A comparison was made with the effects exerted by the two dyes that vegan red is intended to replace: an animal dye, cochineal E120 and an artificial dye E124. The analyses of conventional endpoints, indicative of cell proliferation, differentiation, and growth rate, demonstrate that the three dyes affect development and that the vegan substitute is as unsafe as the E124 and E120. Vegan red in fact impairs cell growth in in vitro cells, delays naupliar hatching and early growth in Artemia, and reduces shoot/root biomass in Cucumis. Marked hyperplasia and hypertrophy of mesophyll are also observed in Cucumis leaves. Substitution in food and beverages, therefore, should be carefully reconsidered to avoid unnecessary environmental contamination.
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Preparation of carrageenan/ chitosan-based (N,N,N-trimeth(yl chitosan chloride) silver nanocomposites as pH sensitive carrier for effective controlled curcumin delivery in cancer cells. OPENNANO 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.onano.2022.100050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Snetkov P, Rogacheva E, Kremleva A, Morozkina S, Uspenskaya M, Kraeva L. In-Vitro Antibacterial Activity of Curcumin-Loaded Nanofibers Based on Hyaluronic Acid against Multidrug-Resistant ESKAPE Pathogens. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14061186. [PMID: 35745759 PMCID: PMC9227118 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14061186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2022] [Revised: 05/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/30/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Bacterial infections have accompanied humanity throughout its history and became vitally important in the pandemic area. The most pathogenic bacteria are multidrug-resistant strains, which have become widespread due to their natural biological response to the use of antibiotics, including uncontrolled use. The current challenge is finding highly effective antibacterial agents of natural origin, which, however, have low solubility and consequently poor bioavailability. Curcumin, derived from Curcuma longa, is an example of a natural biologically active agent with a wide spectrum of biological effects, particularly against Gram-positive bacteria. However, curcumin exhibits extremely low antibacterial activity against Gram-negative bacteria. Curcumin’s hydrophobicity limits its use in medicine. As such, various polymeric systems have been used, especially biopolymer-based electrospun nanofibers. In the present study, the technological features of the fabrication of curcumin-loaded hyaluronic acid-based nanofibers are discussed in detail, their morphological characteristics, wettability, physico-chemical properties, and curcumin release profiles are demonstrated, and their antibacterial activity against multi-drug resistant ESKAPE pathogens (Enterococcus faecium, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Enterobacter species) are evaluated. It is noteworthy that the fibers containing a stable HA–curcumin complex showed high antibacterial activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, which is an undeniable advantage. It is expected that the results of this work will contribute to the development of antibacterial drugs for topical and internal use with high efficacy and considerably lower side effects.
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- Petr Snetkov
- Center of Chemical Engineering, ITMO University, Kronverkskiy Prospekt, 49, bldg. A, 197101 St. Petersburg, Russia; (S.M.); (M.U.)
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- Saint-Petersburg Pasteur Institute, Street Mira, 14, 197101 St. Petersburg, Russia; (E.R.); (L.K.)
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- Institute of Advanced Data Transfer Systems, ITMO University, Kronverkskiy Prospekt, 49, bldg. A, 197101 St. Petersburg, Russia;
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- Center of Chemical Engineering, ITMO University, Kronverkskiy Prospekt, 49, bldg. A, 197101 St. Petersburg, Russia; (S.M.); (M.U.)
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- Center of Chemical Engineering, ITMO University, Kronverkskiy Prospekt, 49, bldg. A, 197101 St. Petersburg, Russia; (S.M.); (M.U.)
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- Saint-Petersburg Pasteur Institute, Street Mira, 14, 197101 St. Petersburg, Russia; (E.R.); (L.K.)
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Fuller RS, Hettiarachchy N, O'Bryan CA, Owens CM, Morawicki RO. Efficacy of Selected Powdered Floor Treatments Against Salmonella, E. coli, and L. monocytogenes on Polyurethane-Concrete Flooring Material Carriers. J Food Prot 2022; 85:871-878. [PMID: 35146514 DOI: 10.4315/jfp-21-413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2021] [Revised: 02/04/2022] [Accepted: 02/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Food processing environment flooring can become contaminated with pathogens in many ways including foot and equipment traffic, incoming materials, and floor drain backups. Natural antimicrobial turmeric and commercially available powdered floor treatments may reduce the levels of pathogens on flooring thereby reducing the risk of cross contamination from the floor to food contact surfaces. These chemicals were evaluated to determine their effectiveness against cocktails of Salmonella , Escherichia coli , and Listeria monocytogenes dried onto the surfaces of carriers made from polyurethane-concrete commercial flooring material. Aqueous test solutions were prepared from the minimum treatment required per m 2 from the manufacturer's instructions diluted in sterile water. Potential synergy between turmeric and a percarbonate based commercial floor treatment was explored with a mixture of turmeric and sodium percarbonate, each at approximately 37g/m 2 application rate. Each inoculated carrier was exposed to the treatment solutions or a sterile water control for 10 minutes at room temperature, neutralized with Hi-Cap neutralizing broth, the bacteria suspended, enumerated, and log 10 reductions calculated for each treatment and inoculum combination. Mean log 10 CFU/carrier reductions with standard deviations ranged between 4.29±0.34 for the sodium percarbonate (SPC) based treatment and 0.004±0.23 for turmeric for Salmonella , 4.81±0.16 for SPC based treatment and -0.16±0.62 for turmeric for E. coli , and 4.88±0.6 for SPC based treatment and -0.16±0.15 for turmeric for L. monocytogenes .
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- Robert S Fuller
- Department of Food Science, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville AR 72704
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- University of Arkansas Fayetteville University Professor Food Science 2650 Young Ave, Fayetteville, AR 72704 UNITED STATES Fayetteville AR 72704
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- Department of Food Science, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville AR 72704
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- Department of Poultry Science, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72704
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- Department of Food Science, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville AR 72704
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Nguyen NY, Luong HVT, Pham DT, Tran TBQ, Dang HG. Chitosan-functionalized Fe3O4@SiO2 nanoparticles as a potential drug delivery system. CHEMICAL PAPERS 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s11696-022-02189-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Silva E, Aroso IM, Silva JM, Reis RL. Comparing deep eutectic solvents and cyclodextrin complexes as curcumin vehicles for blue-light antimicrobial photodynamic therapy approaches. Photochem Photobiol Sci 2022; 21:1159-1173. [PMID: 35366753 DOI: 10.1007/s43630-022-00197-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2021] [Accepted: 02/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Curcumin (Cur), a polyphenolic compound derived from Curcuma longa L., has garnered the attention of the scientific community due to its remarkable biological properties such as its potential as a photosensitizing agent for photodynamic therapy (PDT). However, due to its low solubility in aqueous media and instability at physiological and alkaline pH, Cur has struggled to find relevant clinical application. To tackle these shortcomings, two distinct Cur-based formulations based on either complexation with methyl-β-cyclodextrin (MβCD), MβCDC-Cur, or dissolution in a choline chloride (ChCl): glycerol (Gly) deep eutectic solvent (DES), DES-Cur, were produced, physio-chemically characterized and compared regarding their potential as phototherapeutic agents for blue-light antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) approaches. Both MβCD-Cur and DES-Cur were able to greatly enhance Cur solubility profile when compared to Cur powder. However, MβCD-Cur appears to hinder some of Cur's basal biological properties and possessed greater basal cytotoxicity towards L929 murine fibroblast cell line. Furthermore, MβCD-Cur was less photo-responsive when exposed to light which may hamper its application in blue-light aPDT approaches. In contrast, DES-Cur showed good biological properties and high photoresponsivity, displaying relevant phototoxicity against bacterial pathogens (≥ 99.9% bacterial reduction) while being better tolerated by L929 murine cells. Overall, this study found DES to be the more effective vehicle for Cur in terms of phototherapeutic potential which will serve as basis to develop novel platforms and approaches for blue-light aPDT targeting localized superficial infections.
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- Eduardo Silva
- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, University of Minho, Avepark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017, Barco GMR, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's PT Government Associated Laboratory, Braga, Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, University of Minho, Avepark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017, Barco GMR, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's PT Government Associated Laboratory, Braga, Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, University of Minho, Avepark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017, Barco GMR, Portugal.
- ICVS/3B's PT Government Associated Laboratory, Braga, Guimarães, Portugal.
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, University of Minho, Avepark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017, Barco GMR, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's PT Government Associated Laboratory, Braga, Guimarães, Portugal
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Zhang L, Zhang M, Devahastin S, Liu K. Fabrication of curcumin encapsulated in casein-ethyl cellulose complexes and its antibacterial activity when applied in combination with blue LED irradiation. Food Control 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2021.108702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Karami-Zarandi M, Ghale HE, Ranjbar R. Characterization of virulence factors and antibacterial activity of curcumin in hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae. Future Microbiol 2022; 17:529-540. [PMID: 35322691 DOI: 10.2217/fmb-2021-0222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Aim: Klebsiella pneumoniae is a threat to human health due to its carbapenem-resistance and hypervirulent phenotype. Curcumin is a well-known antimicrobial agent. Hence, it is important to investigate the antivirulence activity of curcumin against hypervirulent K. pneumoniae isolates. Materials & methods: Carbapenemase presence and prevalence of hypervirulent isolates were determined. Inhibition of biofilm formation and expression of virulence genes were analyzed by colorimetry and real-time PCR tests. Results: Sixteen hypervirulent K. pneumoniae isolates were identified. The optimum activity of curcumin was detected at 1/2 minimum inhibitory concentration. Curcumin possessed appropriate antibiofilm, anti-efflux and anticapsule activities. Conclusion: According to the crucial role of biofilm, capsule and efflux systems in the pathogenesis of hypervirulent K. pneumoniae, curcumin may be used to improve anti-Klebsiella treatment.
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- Morteza Karami-Zarandi
- Molecular Biology Research Center, Systems Biology & Poisonings Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, 14359-16471, Iran
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- Applied Virology Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, 14359-16471, Iran
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- Molecular Biology Research Center, Systems Biology & Poisonings Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, 14359-16471, Iran
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Ramesh G, Kaviyil JE, Paul W, Sasi R, Joseph R. Gallium-Curcumin Nanoparticle Conjugates as an Antibacterial Agent against Pseudomonas aeruginosa: Synthesis and Characterization. ACS OMEGA 2022; 7:6795-6809. [PMID: 35252674 PMCID: PMC8892643 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.1c06398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2021] [Accepted: 02/08/2022] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
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Combating antibiotic resistance has found great interest in the current clinical scenario. Pseudomonas aeruginosa, an opportunistic multidrug-resistant pathogen, is well known for its deadly role in hospital-acquired infections. Infections by P. aeruginosa are among the toughest to treat because of its intrinsic and acquired resistance to antibiotics. In this study, we project gallium-curcumin nanoparticle (GaCurNP) conjugates as a prospective candidate to fight against P. aeruginosa. The synthesized GaCurNPs were spherical with an average size ranging from 25-35 nm. Analysis by Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy deduced the nature of interaction between gallium and curcumin. Conjugate formation with gallium was found to improve the stability of curcumin at the physiological pH. When tested after 24 h of contact, at the physiological pH and 37 °C, the degradation of curcumin bound in the GaCurNPs was 26%, while that of native curcumin was 95%. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of GaCurNPs was found to be 82.75 μg/mL for P. aeruginosa (ATCC 27853). GaCurNPs also showed excellent biofilm inhibition at 4MIC concentration. Raman spectroscopic analysis showed that GaCurNPs are capable of disrupting the cells of P. aeruginosa within 3 h of contact. Live/dead imaging also confirmed the compromised membrane integrity in cells treated with GaCurNPs. Scanning electron microscopy analysis showed membrane lysis and cell structure damage. The AlamarBlue assay showed that when L929 cell lines were treated with GaCurNPs with concentrations as high as 350 μg/mL, the cell viability elicited by the nanoparticles was 70.89%, indicating its noncytotoxic nature. In short, GaCurNPs appear to be a promising antibacterial agent capable of fighting a clinically significant pathogen, P. aeruginosa.
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- Gopika Ramesh
- Division
of Polymeric Medical Devices, Department of Medical Devices Engineering,
Biomedical Technology Wing, Sree Chitra
Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Poojappura, Trivandrum 695012, Kerala, India
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- Department
of Microbiology, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute
for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum 695011, Kerala, India
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- Central
Analytical Facility, Department of Technology and Quality Management,
Biomedical Technology Wing, Sree Chitra
Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Poojapura, Trivandrum 695012, Kerala, India
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- Central
Analytical Facility, Department of Technology and Quality Management,
Biomedical Technology Wing, Sree Chitra
Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Poojapura, Trivandrum 695012, Kerala, India
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- Division
of Polymeric Medical Devices, Department of Medical Devices Engineering,
Biomedical Technology Wing, Sree Chitra
Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Poojappura, Trivandrum 695012, Kerala, India
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