Immunomodulation and Protective Effects of Extract Against Infection in Larvae.

-derived formulations are currently used for multiple purposes because of their medical properties, especially immune system modulation. This study analyzes the inhibitory effects of aqueous extract on infections and the immune response in larvae of the greater wax moth (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae). Larvae exhibited melanization within 1 h of being infected with inoculum at a concentration of 10 cells/larvae, and died within 24 h from a lethal dose.

Efficacy of Extracts against Some Skin Pathogenic Bacteria and Antioxidant Activity.

has been used for treating various diseases, as well as maintaining good overall health. The antibacterial properties of the fruiting body and substrate, cultured in Chiang Mai (sample A and B) and Chiang Rai (sample C), Thailand, were investigated in this study. The aqueous and ethanolic extracts of exhibited antibacterial activities against , , and methicillin-resistant (MRSA) with the MIC/MBC ranging from 3.