Discovery and Biosynthesis of the Novel Glycotetrapeptide Antibiotic Biffamycin A
Genetic de‐regulation of a silent biosynthetic pathway allowed isolation and characterisation of a novel glycopeptide antibiotic named biffamycin A, which harbours unprecedented 5‐chloro‐4‐methoxy tryptophan and 3R‐hydroxy(α‐D‐mannoysl)‐D‐lysine moieties and is bioactive against MRSA and VRSA.
Michael W. Brigham +11 more
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Nanomotion-enabled ultra-rapid antibiotic susceptibility testing with magnetic bead-based pathogen enrichment for accelerated sepsis diagnostics. [PDF]
Jóźwiak G +27 more
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ABSTRACT Introduction Staphylococcus species are frequently isolated from the sinonasal niche of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) patients. While Staphylococcus aureus is often associated with recalcitrant CRS, Staphylococcus epidermidis and Staphylococcus lugdunensis are largely deemed commensal.
Sintayehu Ambachew +8 more
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Comparison of <i>in vitro</i> antibiotic susceptibility testing of <i>R. typhi</i> using plaque assay and quantitative real-time PCR. [PDF]
Phuklia W +10 more
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We applied Mendelian randomization to explore causal links between blood cell traits and skeletal disorders. Using genetic instruments from large‐scale summary statistics, we assessed effects on bone continuity, density, and structural integrity. Sensitivity and reverse analyses confirmed robust associations, highlighting potential shared biological ...
Zhiqin Deng +8 more
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Accuracy of rapid microcapillary direct antibiotic susceptibility testing for urine samples collected with bacteriostatic boric acid from patients with suspected urinary tract infection. [PDF]
Needs SH +8 more
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Nanodiamonds as Bioactive Platforms to Modulate Microbial, Mammalian, and Vertebrate Systems
Nanodiamonds (NDs) are biocompatible and antibacterial nanomaterials that support mammalian cell growth while inhibiting bacterial pathogens. NDs showed strong antibacterial activity, with Escherichia coli being more sensitive than Staphylococcus aureus. At 10 mg/mL, both bacteria exhibited ~8% viability.
Aaqil Rifai +6 more
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Full Validation of Pooled Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing Using CLSI Methods and Performance Criteria in UTI Pathogens. [PDF]
Festa RA +15 more
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This study explores enzyme‐responsive nanoparticles for targeted antimicrobial release in inflamed oral environments. Nanoparticles formed by complexing peptides and chlorhexidine respond to human leukocyte elastase and release chlorhexidine selectively. P7 (ECAAPVCE)‐based formulations show optimal properties and stability, with antimicrobial activity
Mohammed A. Hadis +9 more
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Colorimetric Ready-to-Use Microfluidic Chips for Rapid Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing of Methicillin-Resistant <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> by a Smartphone-Based Analysis. [PDF]
Celik Yoldas C +7 more
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