Publications by authors named "Yasuyo Kawano"
Biocontrol Sci
March 2022
Article Synopsis
- Acanthamoeba castellanii is commonly found in water and can carry Legionella, the bacteria responsible for legionellosis, posing a threat to human health.
- Oakmoss and its components were tested for their ability to inhibit Legionella pneumophila inside A. castellanii, showing promising antibacterial effects with certain compounds.
- These findings suggest that specific oakmoss extracts could be effective disinfectants for preventing Legionella infections.
