Lipopolysaccharide (endotoxin, LPS) is an important Gram-negative bacteria antigen. LPS
of some bacteria contains sialic acid (Neu5Ac) as a component of O-antigen (O-Ag), in this …

Microbial biofilm contamination is a widespread problem that requires precise and prompt
detection techniques to effectively control its growth. Microfabricated electrochemical …

Aims We evaluated the activity of the preservative chlorphenesin and of four antimicrobial
cosmetic multifunctional ingredients against various strains of gram‐negative and gram …

Due to increasing water scarcity, it is essential to determine cost-effective and efficient
methods of producing potable water, especially ones that utilize non-traditional sources …

Mutations leading to upregulation of efflux pumps can produce multiple drug resistance in
the pathogen Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Changes in their DNA binding regions, ie …

Contamination of personal-care products are a serious health concern and therefore,
preservative solutions are necessary for the costumers' safety. High sun protection factor …

Background Pseudomonads are gram negative bacteria and readily form biofilms in the
environment, allowing long-term colonization and persistence in sinks, water systems. They …

This work aimed to isolate Non-fermenting Gram-Negative Bacilli (NFGNB) from packages of
hair care products, discarded as common solid waste by beauty salons and to assess their …

Burkholderia cepacia complex (Bcc) bacteria are intrinsically antimicrobial-resistant
opportunistic pathogens and key risk species in the contamination of nonfood industrial …

The discovery of antibiotics revolutionised healthcare practice. However due to overuse,
inappropriate use, widespread prophylaxis therapy and the lack of new developments, the …