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Showing 1 to 20 of 32 for “"Antimicrobial efficacy"”.

  1. Antimicrobial efficacy of nisin, oregano and ultrasound treatments against foodborne pathogens in ready-to-eat vegetables

    Takundwa, Brianmax Aubrey2022

    Submitted in fulfillment of the academic requirements for the Master of Applied Sciences in Food Science and Technology degree at the Department of Biotechnology and Food Science, Faculty of Applied Sciences Durban University of Technology, Durban, 2020.

    dut Repository record

  2. Investigating the impact of three washing methods on antimicrobial efficacy, texture, and color of spinach and tomatoes

    Rodriguez, LinseyTexas Woman's University2024

    … after treatment and throughout storage. The antimicrobial efficacy of three washing methods (water, 100 ppm sodium hypochlorite, and 1% citric acid) were investigated on spinach and tomatoes. The washing method parameters were optimized and the immediate impact of the three washing methods on …

    twu Repository record

  3. An assessment of medicinal hemp plant extracts as natural antibiotic and immune modulation phytotherapies

    Case, Olivia HildegardUniversity of the Western Cape2005

    This study aimed to evaluate the antimicrobial efficacy of medicinal hemp plant extracts to determine the antibacterial effects of indigenous Sansevieria species and exotic Cannabis sativa phytotherapy varieties. This study also assessed whether aqueous o

    western-cape Repository record

  4. Influence of an Irrigation System Utilizing Apical Negative Pressure on Bacterial Elimination during Endodontic Therapy: a prospective randomized clinical study

    Pawar, Rekha2011

    … Previous investigations of irrigants and the efficacy of delivery systems have yielded mixed results in obtaining microbe-free (MF) root canals. Recent in-vitro studies evaluating root canal debridement using an apical negative pressure irrigation system, EndoVac<sup>TM </sup>(EVI), have …

    uconn-diss Repository record

  5. pH Stability of Calcium Hydroxide Preparations in a Simulated Acidic Environment

    Vashti Bueso (22481827)2025

    … effects and promotes healing. However, its efficacy is challenged by the acidic pH of purulent exudates in infected root canals. This study aimed to evaluate the pH stability of three calcium hydroxide preparations—BC Temp (bioceramic-based), UltraCal XSTM, and mixed Ca(OH)₂ powder with …

    uic

  6. Antimicrobial hand rub : an investigation of the various chemicals used in the concentrate skin formula to enhance the product performance

    Ibbotson, J2026

    … project was conducted in order to evaluate the antimicrobial efficacy of an alcohol-free skin concentrate formula intended for use on hands. Substitute compounds for alcohol in antimicrobial formulae is receiving much interest due to the tendency of alcohol to dry and irritate the skin after …

    salford Repository record

  7. Calorimetric studies of microbiological systems

    Vine, George J.University of Greenwich2008

    … a variability of 2 to 4% were used to test the antimicrobial efficacy of Aquacel-Ag compared with silver nitrate on P. aeruginosa, S. aureus, and a 50:50 mixed culture in both nutrient broth and simulated wound fluid (SWF). Results show that a small amount (1 cm2) of wound dressing containing …

    greenwich

  8. Antimicrobial pharmacodynamics: The gentamicin - Escherichia coli relationship

    Kilroy, Carolyn S.University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign2011

    … the relationship in an attempt to better predict antimicrobial efficacy. A unique in vitro dynamic culture system was constructed to subject bacteria growing in broth culture to drug concentrations simulating in vivo gentamicin exposure. Changes in viability were monitored as a function of …

    uiuc Repository record

  9. An analysis of the cellular and humoral immune responses of Galleria mellonella larvae

    Browne, NiallNational University of Ireland Maynooth2015

    … of pathogenicity of microorganisms or the antimicrobial efficacy of drugs. Due to the low cost, fast turnover of results and lack of ethical constrictions the insect screening model has been used widely. The work presented here in this thesis sought to establish the effects of using …

    maynooth Repository record

  10. Effects of heat and acid stress on bacterial populations of beef, and on susceptible and multi-antimicrobial resistant Salmonella isolated from beef

    Bacon, Richard Todd, author, Sofos, John N., advisor, Smith, Gary C., committee member, Belk, Keith E., committee member, Hyatt, Doreene R., committee memberColorado State University. Libraries2002

    … to serve as initial investigations evaluating antimicrobial efficacies of decontamination treatments applied to beef carcass tissue following chilling, prevalence of susceptible and antimicrobial resistant Salmonella on beef animal hides and carcasses, and whether antimicrobial resistance …

    colostate Repository record

  11. Avaliação do uso de nano carreadores de ramnolipídeos associados ao fotossensibilizador azul de Taylor na terapia fotodinâmica antimicrobiana contra Staphylococcus aureus: estudo in vitro

    Jesus, Romário Santiago deUniversidade Federal da Bahia2025

    … the search for alternative therapies, such as Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy (PDT). With the advancement of science, nanotechnology techniques are increasingly present, promoting the enhancement of existing techniques. This study evaluated, in vitro, the efficacy of PDT coupled with carrier …

    brazil-ufba Repository record

  12. An investigation into the effects of shape and structure on the antibacterial efficacy of metal nanoparticles

    Alshareef, AlanodDe Montfort University2019

    … (AgNPs), copper (CuNPs) and gold (AuNPs) exhibit antimicrobial properties against bacteria, including Escherichia coli and Enterococcus faecium. E. coli O157:H7, which is known to be virulent and infectious, causing bowel discomfort, diarrhoea, nausea or vomiting. Enterococci frequently causes …

    de-montfort Repository record

  13. ASSESSMENT OF ANTIBACTERIAL EFFECT AND FLOWABILITY OF BIOCERAMIC SEALER MODIFIED WITH BaTiO3 NANOPARTICLES

    Iranparvar, AyselTemple University. Libraries2024

    … significantly enhanced the antibacterial efficacy compared to BC sealer. However, there was no significant difference between the BC+BTO 5% and BC+BTO 10% groups (BC: 3.90 ± 0.27, while both the BC+BTO 5%: 3.31 ± 0.12, BC+BTO 10%: 3.01 ± 0.22). Conclusion: An antibacterial piezoelectric …

    temple Repository record

  14. Experimental Studies on the Microbiota associated with Urinary Tract Infections

    Jayanth, Aiden MatthewUniversity of Essex2017

    … in urine. This study also investigated the antimicrobial efficacy of cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC). CPC coated latex catheters were able to prevent biofilm formation at very low concentrations. This finding provides promising evidence for the potential application of CPC impregnated …

    essex Repository record

  15. An investigation of the effects of an antimicrobial peptide on the survival of Acanthamoeba and intracellular bacteria associated with Cystic Fibrosis

    Tashmukhambetov, BauyrzhanUniversity of Essex2016

    … It is vital to develop alternative therapies. Antimicrobial peptides are predominant candidates for combatting pathogenic bacteria. Free Living Amoebae is widely distributed in the environment and may also contaminate CF lung. It is well known that Acanthamoeba feed on and protect bacteria. The …

    essex Repository record

  16. Investigation of the presence and activity of the innate immune component, Complement, in bovine milk

    Maye, SusanUniversity College Cork2016

    … processing disciplines. In order to retain the antimicrobial efficacy associated with xi Complement in raw bovine milk, milder process treatments than hitherto practised in industry should be adopted.

    cork Repository record

  17. Role of extended spectrum beta lactamases producing E. coli and Acanthamoeba in urinary tract infections

    Qumsani, Alaa TalalUniversity of Essex2019

    … Acanthamoeba. The indiscriminate use of various antimicrobial drugs has resulted in the development of drug resistance. Therefore, looking for new or additional antimicrobial compounds is urgent. Four clinical strains of E. coli (three ESBL+ve (TEM, AmpC, and OXA-48) and one ESBL–ve used as a …

    essex Repository record

  18. In Vitro Evaluation of the Biolase ER,CR:YSGG Side-Firing Tip For Bacterial Biofilm Reduction and Smear Layer Removal in Root-End Cavity Preparation

    Morris, Logan Samuel2026

    … of this in vitro study was to evaluate the antimicrobial efficacy and smear layer removal capacity of a Biolase Waterlase iPlus Er,Cr:YSGG laser equipped with a side-firing tip on Enterococcus faecalis biofilm-contaminated retroprepared root-end surfaces. Methods Twenty-five extracted …

    iupui Repository record

  19. DEVELOPMENT OF NOVEL COPOLYOXETANES: ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS

    King, Allison2016

    <p>This thesis focuses on solution antimicrobial effectiveness for copolyoxetanes with quaternary ammonium and PEG-like side chains. Ring opening copolymerization of 3-((4-bromobutoxy)methyl)-3-methyloxetane (BBOx) and 3-((2-(2-methoxyethoxy) ethoxy) methyl)-3-methyloxetane (ME2Ox) yielded random …

    vcu Repository record

  20. Dipeptide nanotubes for biomedical applications

    Porter, SimonQueen's University Belfast2021

    … characteristics and their biomedical efficacy. To this end, a small library of FF and FF analogues were synthesised (NH<sub style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2</sub>-FF-COOH, NH<sub style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, …

    qu-belfast Repository record

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