Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Neelima S"
- Neelima S's recent research predominantly focuses on the characterization and functional analysis of antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) derived from various aquatic species, highlighting their potential role in combating bacterial infections in fish and the need for alternatives to traditional antibiotics!
- Significant findings include the identification of novel beta-defensin and hepcidin isoforms from species such as snakehead murrel, Malabar trevally, and shrimp scad, demonstrating their antibacterial efficacy and mechanisms of action against fish pathogens and cellular models!
- Additionally, research explores the use of functionalized silver nanoparticles, derived from natural compounds like hesperetin and camptothecin, showcasing their cytotoxic effects on human cancer cells and potential applications in nanomedicine!