Eugenol: An essential oil with potential antimicrobial and antibiofilm activity against foodborne bacteria

IF 2.7 2区农林科学 Q1 ENTOMOLOGY

Journal of Stored Products Research Pub Date : 2025-04-05 DOI:10.1016/j.jspr.2025.102644

Zeeshan Hyderi , Sageer Abass , Deepa Iswarya , Kiruthika Saravanan , Arumugam Veera Ravi

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Eugenol exhibits a range of properties, including antimicrobial, antifungal, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities, making it a versatile compound in both therapeutic and industrial applications. Biofilm formation by foodborne bacteria poses significant challenges to food safety and public health. Understanding the mechanisms of biofilm formation and the impact of biofilms on foodborne pathogens is crucial for developing effective control strategies. Natural compounds like eugenol offer promising solutions for inhibiting biofilm formation and enhancing food safety. Eugenol's multifaceted mechanisms of action, including biofilm disruption, interference with quorum sensing, and alteration of membrane integrity, underscore its potential as an effective antimicrobial agent against foodborne bacteria. Its incorporation into food packaging and preservation strategies could significantly enhance food safety by preventing biofilm formation and reducing microbial contamination. Continued research into synergistic effects of eugenol with other antimicrobials will be essential for optimizing its use in food preservation and safety applications.

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Journal of Stored Products Research 生物-昆虫学

CiteScore

5.70

自引率

18.50%

发文量

112

审稿时长

45 days

期刊介绍： The Journal of Stored Products Research provides an international medium for the publication of both reviews and original results from laboratory and field studies on the preservation and safety of stored products, notably food stocks, covering storage-related problems from the producer through the supply chain to the consumer. Stored products are characterised by having relatively low moisture content and include raw and semi-processed foods, animal feedstuffs, and a range of other durable items, including materials such as clothing or museum artefacts.