Enhancing Antimicrobial Efficacy of Sandalwood Essential Oil Against for Food Preservation.

The growing emphasis on food safety and healthier lifestyles, driven by industrial expansion and scientific priorities, has highlighted the necessity of managing harmful microorganisms to guarantee food quality. A significant challenge in this domain is the control of pathogens that are capable of forming biofilms, entering a sessile state that enhances their resistance to broad-spectrum antibiotics. Essential oils, renowned for their antibacterial properties, present a promising natural alternative for food preservation.

spp. Are Associated with Co-Infection in Wild and Domestic Canids.

spp. and are zoonotic food- and water-borne protozoa of veterinary importance. They are one of the main causes of diarrhea in domestic dogs ().

Chemical Composition, Biological Activity, and Application of Essential Oil as an Antimicrobial Agent in Minimally Processed Eggplant Inoculated with .

is mostly grown for its usage in the food, medical, and perfume industries, while it is also used as an attractive plant in parks, gardens, and homes. The use of essential oil may yield new results in relation to the antimicrobial activity of essential oils and their use mainly in extending the shelf life of foods. This study investigates the chemical composition and antimicrobial properties of essential oil (RDEO) using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and various bioassays to explore its potential applications in food preservation and microorganism growth control.

Antimicrobial Resistance in spp. Isolates from Red Foxes () in Latvia.

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an emerging public health threat and is one of the One Health priorities for humans, animals, and environmental health. Red foxes () are a widespread predator species with great ecological significance, and they may serve as a sentinel of antimicrobial resistance in the general environment. The present study was carried out to detect antimicrobial resistance, antimicrobial resistance genes, and genetic diversity in faecal isolates of red foxes ().

(Styles, 1902) in Cattle: Isolation of Calves with Diarrhoea and Manure Treatment in the Lagoon Presented as Risk Factors in Latvian Herds.

is a waterborne zoonotic protozoan that causes gastrointestinal tract inflammation in humans, cattle, and other animals. The aim of the present study was to estimate the prevalence and potential risk factors for infection in cattle in Latvia. During 2020-2021, a total of 973 individual faecal samples from cattle aged from 1 day to 12 years old, from 32 cattle herds, were tested for cyst presence with immunofluorescence staining followed by assemblage differentiation targeting gene.

Evaluation of Genetic Diversity and Virulence Potential of Isolated from Water Supply Systems of Residential Buildings in Latvia.

is an opportunistic pathogen with a biphasic life cycle that occasionally infects humans. The aim of the study was to assess the distribution of virulence genes and genetic diversity among isolated from water supply systems of residential buildings in Latvia. In total, 492 water samples from 200 residential buildings were collected.

Styles, 1902 Prevalence in Cattle ( Linnaeus, 1758) in Europe: A Systematic Review.

Styles, 1902 is an infectious agent which can cause enteritic disease in cattle ( Linnaeus, 1758) worldwide. As a zoonotic protozoan, it is important to acknowledge prevalence and assemblages found in cattle and risk factors associated with the infection in herds. This systematic review aims to estimate the prevalence of and its assemblages in cattle and to identify the risk factors associated with infection in cattle in Europe.

Genetic diversity and known virulence genes in strains isolated from cattle abortions and farm environment.

is considered as non-pathogenic bacteria living in an environment although several cases of immunocompromised humans and ruminant listeriosis infections have been reported. Previously, L. was identified as a potential pathogen and virulence in association with L.

Bacteriota and Antibiotic Resistance in Spiders.

Arthropods are reported to serve as vectors of transmission of pathogenic microorganisms to humans, animals, and the environment. The aims of our study were (i) to identify the external bacteriota of spiders inhabiting a chicken farm and slaughterhouse and (ii) to detect antimicrobial resistance of the isolates. In total, 102 spiders of 14 species were collected from a chicken farm, slaughterhouse, and buildings located in west Slovakia in 2017.

Prevalence, virulence determinants, and genetic diversity in Yersinia enterocolitica isolated from slaughtered pigs and pig carcasses.

Yersinia enterocolitica is an important zoonotic foodborne pathogen that could be transferred from infected pigs to their carcasses at slaughter, with subsequent introduction of the pathogen into the food chain. The aim of the present study was to study the prevalence, virulence characteristics, and genetic diversity of Y. enterocolitica isolates present in slaughtered pig tonsils and carcasses by using the WGS approach.

Virulence Determinants and Genetic Diversity of Species Isolated from Retail Meat.

is an important foodborne pathogen, and the determination of its virulence factors and genetic diversity within the food chain could help understand the epidemiology of yersiniosis. The aim of the present study was to detect the prevalence, and characterize the virulence determinants and genetic diversity, of species isolated from meat. A total of 330 samples of retailed beef (n = 150) and pork (n = 180) in Latvia were investigated with culture and molecular methods.

Characterization and Genetic Diversity of Isolated from Cattle Abortions in Latvia, 2013-2018.

can cause disease in humans and in a wide range of animal species, especially in farm ruminants. The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence and genetic diversity of related to 1185 cattle abortion cases in Latvia during 2013-2018. The prevalence of among cattle abortions was 16.

Essential Oil and Its Biological Activity as a Modern Food Preserver.

The aim of this study was to analyze the chemical composition and biological and antibiofilm activity of the essential oil (EO) of with the use of a MALDI-TOF MS Biotyper. The main compounds of the EO were thymol, 18.8%; carvacrol, 17.

Prevalence, Genetic Diversity and Factors Associated with Distribution of and Other spp. in Cattle Farms in Latvia.

spp. is a diverse genus of Gram-positive bacteria commonly present in the environment while and are well known human and ruminant pathogens. The aim of the present study was to reveal the prevalence and genetic diversity of and other spp.

Antimicrobial Activity and Chemical Composition of Essential Oils against Pathogenic Microorganisms of Freshwater Fish.

Antimicrobials are widely applied in aquaculture for treatment of infectious diseases in fish. The increased antimicrobial resistance of fish pathogens to conventional antimicrobial treatment highlights the need for research on the antibacterial properties of natural products-in this case, essential oils (EOs). The aim of the present study was to detect the antimicrobial activity of the essential oils on pathogenic microorganisms found in freshwater fish.

Diversity of microbiota in Slovak summer ewes' cheese "Bryndza".

"Bryndza" cheese is an important Slovak traditional regional product. New knowledge on the role of microorganisms involved the "Bryndza" ripening process may provide valuable data on its quality and safety. In our study, the "Bryndza" made from pasteurized ewes milk was studied towards total count of bacteria, coliforms bacteria, enterococci, lactic acid bacteria, and microscopic filamentous fungi.

Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Activity of Selected Essential Oils against spp. Isolated from Human Semen.

spp. is not only a commensal bacteria but also a major human pathogen that causes a wide range of clinical infections. Recent evidence suggests that has the ability to colonize the reproductive system and to affect its structure and functions.

In Vitro Antagonistic Effect of Gut Bacteriota Isolated from Indigenous Honey Bees and Essential Oils against .

The aim of study was to isolate and identify the gut bacteria of and to evaluate antagonistic effect of the bacteriota against , which causes American foulbrood (AFB) in honeybees. The dilution plating method was used for the quantification of selected microbial groups from digestive tract of bees, with an emphasis on the bacteriota of the bees' intestines. Bacteria were identified using mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF-MS Biotyper).

Biological Activity and Antibiofilm Molecular Profile of Essential Oil and Its Application in a Food Model.

The main aim of the study was to investigate the chemical composition, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antibiofilm activity of essential oil (CAEO). The biofilm profile of and were assessed using the mass spectrometry MALDI-TOF MS Biotyper and the antibiofilm activity of (CAEO) was studied on wood and glass surfaces. A semi-quantitative composition using a modified version was applied for the CAEO characterization.

Biological properties of sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.) derived products.

Background: Sea buckthorn is a good and possible source of a wide range of bioactive compounds with     a positive effect on the human body, especially polyphenols and carotenoids.

Methods: The present study aimed to evaluate the antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of Hippophae rhamnoides L. products - 100% oil, 100% juice, dry berries, and tea (dry berries, leaves, and twigs).

Properties of L.: Antioxidant Characterization, Antimicrobial Activities, and Genomic MicroRNA Based Marker Fingerprints.

The aim of this study was to characterize extracts from the leaves of L. from selected Slovakian localities in terms of the content of bioactive constituents, antioxidants and their antimicrobial properties. The results indicated that the content of antioxidants was sample-specific, and this specificity was statistically significant.

The evaluation of chemical, antioxidant, antimicrobial and sensory properties of kombucha tea beverage.

The aim of the present study was to determine the chemical composition (organic acids-acetic, tartaric, citric; sugars-sucrose, glucose, fructose; total acidity, alcohol content, pH-with FTIR instrument; content of selected mineral compounds-AAS instrument), antioxidant activity, antimicrobial activity and sensory profiles of prepared kombucha tea beverage. Black tea with white sugar as a substrate for kombucha beverage was used as a control sample. The dominant organic acid in kombucha tea beverage was acetic acid (1.

Evaluation of the antioxidant activity and phenolic content of Chinese quince (Pseudocydonia sinensisSchneid.) fruit.

Background: Neglected and underutilized plant species could serve as a valuable source of natural bioactive compounds. The objective of this study was to evaluate the biological activity of Chinese quince (Pseudocydonia sinensis Schneid) genotypes of Ukrainian and Slovak origin.

Methods: The content of the total antioxidant activity (DPPH method and molybdenum reducing antioxidant power), total polyphenol, flavonoid and phenolic acid compounds in the pulp and peel of Chinese quince were compared across five genotypes from Slovakia and three from Ukraine.

Antioxidant, Antimicrobial and Antibiofilm Activity of Coriander ( L.) Essential Oil for Its Application in Foods.

The aim of this study was to assess the chemical composition, antioxidant, antimicrobial and antibiofilm activity of the essential oil. Changes in the biofilm profile of and were studied using MALDI-TOF MS Biotyper on glass and wooden surfaces. The molecular differences of biofilms in different days were observed as well.