Application of silver nanoparticles in parasite treatment

P Zhang, J Gong, Y Jiang, Y Long, W Lei, X Gao… - Pharmaceutics, 2023 - mdpi.com
Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are ultra-small silver particles with a size from 1 to 100
nanometers. Unlike bulk silver, they have unique physical and chemical properties …

Waterborne Cryptosporidium species and Giardia duodenalis in resources of MENA: A systematic review and meta-analysis

LB Ayed, SAA Ahmed, S Boughattas… - Journal of Water and …, 2024 - iwaponline.com
This review explores our understanding of Cryptosporidium species and Giardia duodenalis
distribution in Middle East and North African (MENA) water resources. Results emphasize …

[HTML][HTML] Occurrence of astrovirus in young racing pigeons and genome characterization of 2 new astrovirus genomes representing 2 new species

E Łukaszuk, D Dziewulska, JM Custer, S Kraberger… - Poultry science, 2024 - Elsevier
Enteropathies are a serious concern in racing pigeons as they significantly impair
performance in races and their training, and viruses are suspected to be one of the main …

Enhanced Decomposition of H2O2 Using Metallic Silver Nanoparticles under UV/Visible Light for the Removal of p-Nitrophenol from Water

JG Mahy, M Kiendrebeogo, A Farcy, P Drogui - Catalysts, 2023 - mdpi.com
Three Ag nanoparticle (NP) colloids are produced from borohydride reduction of silver
nitrate in water by varying the amount of sodium citrate. These nanoparticles are used as …

Intestinal parasites of domestic pigeons (Columba livia Domestica) in Egypt: update on the prevalence and species diversity

S Saleh, R Elseadawy, MA Elmorsy, A Essam… - Journal of Parasitic …, 2024 - Springer
Domestic pigeons are a significant protein source in Egypt, and are also used for racing,
ornamentation, and exhibition. They are susceptible to various intestinal parasites, resulting …

Silversol® (a Colloidal Nanosilver Formulation) Inhibits Growth of Antibiotic-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus by Disrupting Its Physiology in Multiple Ways

N Thakkar, G Gajera, D Mehta, V Kothari - Pharmaceutics, 2024 - mdpi.com
Antibiotic-resistant strains of Staphylococcus aureus are being viewed as a serious threat by
various public health agencies. Identifying novel targets in this important pathogen is crucial …

Green Synthesis of Chitosan/Silver Nanoparticles Using Citrus paradisi Extract and Its Potential Anti-Cryptosporidiosis Effect

MN Alsulami, ES El-Wakil - Pharmaceutics, 2024 - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Cryptosporidium parvum (C. parvum) is one of the most prevalent species infecting humans
and animals. Currently, the only FDA-licensed drug to treat cryptosporidiosis is nitazoxanide …

[HTML][HTML] The development rule of feathers and application of hair root tissue in sex identification of Yangzhou geese

S Qi, X Xu, L Liu, G Wang, Q Bao, Y Zhang, Y Zhang… - Poultry Science, 2024 - Elsevier
Accurate gender identification is crucial for the study of bird reproduction and evolution. The
current study aimed to explore and evaluate the effectiveness of a noninvasive method for …

[HTML][HTML] Nanoparticle Lysis of Cryptosporidium Oocysts

A Vaidya, C Bankier, H Johnston, H Bridle - Methods and Protocols, 2024 - mdpi.com
The extraction of DNA from Cryptosporidium oocysts is challenging due to the robust oocyst
wall. Nanoparticles have been applied to disinfect Cryptosporidium oocysts; here, we …

Occurrence and molecular characterization of Cryptosporidium oocysts in chickens from Egypt, and a meta-analysis for Cryptosporidium infections in chickens …

A Essam, B Elmishmishy, E Hammad, SA Elwafa… - … : Regional Studies and …, 2025 - Elsevier
Cryptosporidium is a leading cause of diarrhea in children and immunocompromised
patients. Various animals and birds can also be infected with this protist, and …