Increasing Burden of Antibiotic Resistance in India Due to Co-existence of Multiple Classes of Carbapenem and Different Aminoglycoside Resistance Genes in Clinical Isolates of Acinetobacter baumannii.

Acinetobacter baumannii is a significant pathogen responsible for resistant recalcitrant infections and outbreaks in hospitals worldwide, which is of much concern. The main goal of the present study is to determine the levels of antibiotic resistance in recent clinical isolates of Acinetobacter baumannii and to investigate the presence of diverse resistance determinants among these isolates and also to correlate these findings. A total of 133 A.

The Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Repair of Tympanic Membrane Perforation.

 Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) contains high platelet concentration and growth factors that help in rapid wound healing, hemostasis, and decreased scarring. It has been used in various conditions to aid in healing, but its use in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) is not yet common.  To compare the outcome of using PRP with myringoplasty with that of myringoplasty alone in the repair of tympanic membrane perforations.

Effect of nutrient-rich quinoa fraction composite wheat flour on product development.

To study the characteristics of bread by incorporating nutrient-rich quinoa flour as a new source for product development. Wheat flour was replaced by fractionated quinoa flour in different variations from 0%QF to 20%QF: 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20% WQF blends, respectively. Physicochemical studies resulted in higher protein and fiber content for the higher blend.

Interpenetrating Composites: A Nomenclature Dilemma.

Interpenetrating phase composites are a novel class of heterogeneous structures that have recently gained attention. In these types of composites, one of the phases is topologically continuous and can maintain its structural integrity even if the other phase is removed. These composites are generally fabricated by casting, where the reinforcement penetrates into the precursor matrix as a continuous phase.

The bioconjugates of curcumin, zingerone and [6]-shogaol with low molecular weight chitosan: Synthesis, characterization and in vitro anticancer activity in HepG2 cells.

The synthesis of bioconjugates of curcumin, zingerone, and [6]-shogaol with low molecular weight chitosan (LMWC) is presented. The unconjugated forms of these compounds exhibit low water solubility, poor stability, limited bioavailability, and low target specificity, whereas the synthetic conjugates demonstrate improved physical properties. The synthesis was achieved by forming succinates & then reacting with LMWC.