Biosynthesis, Characterization, Antibacterial and Anti-Biofilm Activity of CuO Nanoparticles using Ephedra major Plant Extract against Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Q3 Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Pegah Shakib, Zahra Yari Talib, Asadullah Asadi, Zahra Najafi
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Abstract

Introduction: Nanoparticles are nanometer-sized particles that have unique properties and are used in various fields such as medicine, environment, and technology. The Ephedra major plant, with its medicinal properties, is a rich source for extracting molecules that can be used as agents for the biosynthesis of nanoparticles and improve their properties. The aim of the current study was the biosynthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles (CuONPs) using Ephedra major extracts, as well as the evaluation of their antibacterial and anti-biofilm activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Materials and methods: The synthesis of CuO nanoparticles was performed using the aqueous extract of the leaves of Ephedra major plant .The synthesized nanoparticles were evaluated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). The well diffusion method investigated the antimicrobial activity of CuO-NPs synthesized against Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Then, the MIC and MBC of the synthesized nanoparticles were determined in 96-well microplates with different concentrations of CuO-NPs, aqueous extract, and chloramphenicol. The inhibition of Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilm was investigated by staining with 1% crystal violet.

Results: The results of the UV-Vis analysis showed that the absorption at the wavelength of 385 nm was the highest, which confirmed the formation of CuO-NPs. SEM and EDX results indicated that the nanoparticles formed in a spherical shape with an average size of 30 to 80 nm. Also, EDX analysis showed the presence of copper, carbon, and oxygen elements in nanoparticles. The CuO-PNs at the concentration of 2000 μg/ml exhibited a significant inhibitory effect against P. aeruginosa. Also, the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) and Minimum Bactericidal Concentration (MBC) of nanoparticles were 312 μg/ml. In addition, the results showed that CuO-NPs have an effect in inhibiting biofilm formation.The inhibitory effect against biofilm was greater with increasing concentration.

Conclusion: The results of this study prove that CuO-NPs synthesized from the aqueous extract of Ephedra major plant can be used as an effective option in treating infections caused by P. aeruginosa.

麻黄主要植物提取物制备CuO纳米颗粒抗铜绿假单胞菌的生物合成、表征及抗菌抗生物膜活性
纳米粒子是一种纳米大小的粒子,具有独特的性能,应用于医学、环境和技术等各个领域。麻黄属主要植物具有药用特性,是提取分子的丰富来源,可作为纳米颗粒生物合成剂并改善其性能。本研究的目的是利用麻黄主要提取物生物合成氧化铜纳米颗粒(CuONPs),并评价其对铜绿假单胞菌的抗菌和抗生物膜活性。材料与方法:以麻黄叶水提液为原料合成CuO纳米颗粒,采用扫描电镜(SEM)和傅里叶变换红外光谱(FTIR)对合成的纳米颗粒进行表征。孔扩散法研究了合成的CuO-NPs对铜绿假单胞菌的抑菌活性。然后用不同浓度的CuO-NPs、水提物和氯霉素分别在96孔微孔板上测定合成纳米颗粒的MIC和MBC。用1%结晶紫染色研究了铜绿假单胞菌生物膜的抑菌作用。结果:紫外-可见光谱分析结果表明,在385 nm处吸收最高,证实了CuO-NPs的形成。SEM和EDX结果表明,纳米颗粒呈球形,平均尺寸为30 ~ 80 nm。此外,EDX分析显示纳米颗粒中存在铜、碳和氧元素。浓度为2000 μg/ml的cuo - pn对铜绿假单胞菌有明显的抑制作用。最小抑菌浓度(MIC)和最小杀菌浓度(MBC)均为312 μg/ml。此外,结果表明,CuO-NPs具有抑制生物膜形成的作用。对生物膜的抑制作用随浓度的增加而增强。结论:以麻黄为主要植物的水提物合成的CuO-NPs可作为治疗铜绿假单胞菌感染的有效选择。
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Recent patents on biotechnology
Recent patents on biotechnology Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology-Biotechnology
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期刊介绍: Recent Patents on Biotechnology publishes review articles by experts on recent patents on biotechnology. A selection of important and recent patents on biotechnology is also included in the journal. The journal is essential reading for all researchers involved in all fields of biotechnology.
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