Antimicrobial activity of a bovine myeloid antimicrobial peptide (BMAP‐28) against methicillin‐susceptible and methicillin‐resistant Staphylococcus aureus

A bovine myeloid antimicrobial peptide (BMAP‐28) is a member of the cathelicidin family which is included in the innate immune system of mammals. Recently, there have been many studies about antimicrobial peptides. This study aims to clarify whether BMAP‐28 has bactericidal activity against methicillin‐resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and compares its activity against methicillin‐susceptible S. aureus (MSSA) and MRSA. We found that the peptide was effective in killing MRSA (minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) range; 5–20 µg/mL). It was also revealed that MSSA (MIC range; 1.25–20 µg/mL) had two levels of susceptibility to BMAP‐28. We also examined the effect of BMAP‐28 on bacterial shape to visually show its activity. After exposure to the peptide, both MSSA and MRSA cells showed the morphological changes on their surfaces. Our results indicate that BMAP‐28 is a promising candidate for medicine against drug‐resistant bacteria.     

抗菌肽的作用机理及其在水产养殖中的应用

本文就抗菌肽的来源和种类、抗菌机理和特点、提高免疫力和抗病力的机理及其在水产养殖中的应用研究进展作一综述。     

动物源细菌耐药性对动物细菌传染性疾病防治的影响

通过阐述动物源细菌耐药性的产生及演变趋势,分析抗生素在兽医领域中的应用情况,探讨动物细菌传染性疾病的防治策略,旨在了解细菌耐药性对动物细菌传染性疾病治疗的影响,为兽用药品特别是兽用细菌疫苗的发展提供参考,促进动物卫生安全和公共卫生安全。     

Bioactive Compounds from the Red Sea Marine Sponge Hyrtios Species

In continuation of our search for drug leads from Red Sea sponges we have investigated the ethyl acetate fraction of the organic extract of the Red Sea sponge Hyrtios species. Bioassay-directed fractionation of the active fraction resulted into the identification of three new alkaloids, hyrtioerectines D–F (1–3). Hyrtioerectines D–F belong to the rare marine alkaloids in which the indole and β-carboline fragments of the molecule are linked through C-3/C-3 of both moieties. The structures of the isolated compounds were established based on different spectroscopic data including UV, IR, 1D and 2D NMR (COSY, HSQC, and HMBC) and high-resolution mass spectral studies. The antimicrobial activity against several pathogens and the free radical scavenging activity of the compounds using DPPH reagent were evaluated. In addition, the growth inhibitory activity of the compounds against three cancer cell lines was also evaluated. Hyrtioerectines D–F (1–3) displayed variable antimicrobial, free radical scavenging and cancer growth inhibition activities. Generally, compounds 1 and 3 were more active than compound 2.     

Investigations of the Distribution and Persistence of Salmonella and Ciprofloxacin‐Resistant Escherichia coli in Turkey Hatcheries in the UK

This study aimed at gaining information on the presence of Salmonella in UK turkey hatcheries and possible epidemiological links between breeding farms, hatcheries and finishing farms. The presence of ciprofloxacin‐resistant E. coli in hatchery samples, as well as in faecal samples from farms, and trends in occurrence of resistance were also investigated. Over a 2 year‐period, four British turkey hatcheries were visited and intensively sampled for the presence of Salmonella and ciprofloxacin‐resistant E. coli. In two hatcheries, a link could be demonstrated between the presence of certain Salmonella serovars in the hatcheries and on breeding and finishing farms. Within the hatcheries, serovars linked to breeding farms were found more frequently in the poult processing and dispatch areas, whereas serovars identified as ‘resident hatchery contaminants’ were predominantly found inside the hatcher cabinets. Ciprofloxacin‐resistant isolates of S. Senftenberg were identified in one hatchery, which coincided with enrofloxacin treatment of some of the breeding flocks. Ciprofloxacin‐resistant E. coli was found in two hatcheries, and the majority of these isolates showed multidrug resistance.     

Development and Characterization of Calcium-Alginate Beads of Apigenin: In Vitro Antitumor,Antibacterial, and Antioxidant Activities

The objective of this work was to develop sustained-release Ca-alginate beads of apigenin using sodium alginate, a natural polysaccharide. Six batches were prepared by applying the ionotropic gelation technique, wherein calcium chloride was used as a crosslinking agent. The beads were evaluated for particle size, drug loading, percentage yield, and in vitro drug release. Particle size was found to decrease, and drug entrapment efficiency was enhanced with an increase in the polymer concentration. The dissolution study showed sustained drug release from the apigenin-loaded alginate beads with an increase in the polymer proportion. Based on the dissolution profiles, BD6 formulation was optimized and characterized for FTIR, DSC, XRD, and SEM, results of which indicated successful development of apigenin-loaded Ca alginate beads. MTT assay demonstrated a potential anticancer effect against the breast cancer MCF-7 cell lines. The antimicrobial activity exhibited effective inhibition in the bacterial and fungal growth rate. The DPPH measurement revealed that the formulation had substantial antioxidant activity, with EC50 value slightly lowered compared to pure apigenin. A stability study demonstrated that the BD6 was stable with similar (f2) drug release profiles in harsh condition. In conclusion, alginate-based beads could be used for sustaining the drug release of poorly water-soluble apigenin while also improving in vitro antitumor, antimicrobial, and antioxidant activity.     

地肤通乳散治疗奶牛乳房炎临床疗效及作用靶点预测

为探讨地肤通乳散治疗奶牛乳房炎的临床效果、抗菌活性及作用机制,先利用微量肉汤法测定地肤通乳散对奶牛乳房炎主要病原菌体外抗菌活性,再对患有乳房炎的奶牛进行治疗,观察治愈率和有效率,最后利用BATMAN、STRING、Cytoscape等数据库及软件对地肤通乳散治疗奶牛乳房炎作用靶点进行分析。结果显示,地肤通乳散对无乳链球菌抑制、杀灭浓度均为1.52 mg·mL^-1;对大肠埃希菌和金黄色葡萄球菌的最小抑制浓度为25 mg·mL^-1,最小杀菌浓度是最小抑制浓度的2倍;对奶牛乳房炎的治愈率为63.16%,有效率可达89.47%。地肤通乳散中共筛选得到21个活性化合物,对应靶点173个,枢纽靶点5个。上述结果说明,地肤通乳散对奶牛乳房炎主要病原菌体外抗菌活性较高,临床疗效确切,可能主要通过枢纽靶点5'-核苷酸酶、白介素-8、雌激素受体1、磷脂酰肌醇-4,5-二磷酸3-激酶催化亚基α和磷脂酰肌醇-4,5-二磷酸3-激酶催化亚基β作用于肿瘤坏死因子、Janus激酶2、Toll样受体4、原癌基因RelA、NF-κB亚基和趋化因子CXCL12来治疗奶牛乳房炎。     

水性聚氨酯漆料干燥速率及漆膜性能影响规律研究

以4种水性聚氨酯漆料为研究对象,系统研究了漆料和基材类型、涂饰工艺对水性漆表干、实干时间和漆膜硬度、附着力及耐磨性的影响规律。结果表明:漆料的表实干时间及漆膜性能很大程度受成膜树脂本身性能影响;基材影响漆料表实干时间、漆膜硬度和附着力,对漆膜耐磨性影响不大,漆料涂饰在樱桃木和水曲柳上的干燥速率最快,在樱桃木、沙比利和水曲柳上的硬度最佳,达2 H,在樱桃木、沙比利和红橡上的附着力最佳,达0级;涂饰工艺对漆料的表干、实干时间以及漆膜硬度、附着力、耐磨性的影响都不明显,3种工艺涂饰后漆膜硬度和附着力分别为2 H和0级,漆膜耐磨性差别不大。