Publications by authors named "F J Vazquez-Armenta"
Article Synopsis
- A pathogenic bacterium affecting shrimp aquaculture can cause production losses up to 90%.
- Plant phenolic compounds, specifically quercetin, morin, vanillic acid, and protocatechuic acid, were tested for their antibacterial effects against two bacterial strains (Vp124 and Vp320).
- The study revealed that these phenolic compounds effectively inhibited the bacteria's growth, reduced biofilm biomass by up to 92.68%, and decreased motility, indicating their potential as agents for controlling infections in shrimp aquaculture.
is a nosocomial pathogen known for its ability to form biofilms, leading to persistent infections and antibiotic resistance. The limited effective antibiotics have encouraged the development of innovative strategies such as using essential oils and their constituents. This study evaluated the efficacy of oregano () essential oil (OEO) and its terpene compounds, carvacrol and thymol, in inhibiting biofilms.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLecithin-dependent thermolabile hemolysin (LDH) is a virulence factor excreted by Vibrio parahaemolyticus, a marine bacterium that causes important losses in shrimp farming. In this study, the function of LDH was investigated through its inhibition by metal ions (Mg2+, Ca2+, Mn2+, Co2+, Ni2+ and Cu2+) and chemical modification reagents: β-mercaptoethanol (βME), phenylmethylsulfonyl fluoride (PMSF) and diethyl pyrocarbonate (DEPC). LDH was expressed in the Escherichia coli strain BL-21, purified under denaturing conditions, and the enzymatic activity was evaluated.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPhellinus Quél is one of the largest genera of Hymenochaetaceae; it comprises about 220 species widely distributed on Earth. Most Phellinus species are lignicolous mushrooms that accumulate bioactive compounds. This research studied the phenolic composition of Phellinus spp.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe aim of this study was evaluation of the physico-chemical properties and adhesion of microorganisms on poly(lactic acid) (PLA)-based films loaded with grapevine cane extract (5-15 wt%). The films were processed in a compression molding machine and characterized by mechanical, thermal, water vapor barrier and microbiological tests. The best physical-chemical properties for PLA film containing 10 wt% of extract were obtained.
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