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Research ArticleCymbopogon proximus Aqueous Extract for Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles: Preparation, Characterization and Bioactivities Assessment
El-Shaimaa A. Rawash, Sayed Rashad, Dina A. Anwar, Heba R. Eid, Ghadir A. El-Chaghaby
This study aimed to explore the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using Cymbopogon proximus (CP) extract; a medicinal plant with a rich phytochemical profile. The AgNPs were produced by mixing water extract of CP with 1 mM silver nitrate solution. T…
3 Aug 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.4.309.321
ReviewHemorrhagic Fever Viruses: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis and Emerging Control Strategies
Eman A. Muhsin, Shahrazad Ahmed Alkhayat, Riyadh Hameed Nsaif
Hemorrhagic fever diseases (HFDs) are severe viral illnesses caused by pathogens from 4 main families, mainly Filoviridae, Arenaviridae, Flaviviridae, and Bunyaviridae. These diseases are characterized by high fever, vascular leakage, and multi-organ dysfuncti…
3 Aug 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.4.322.331
Research ArticleMitigation of Salt Stress in Two Wheat Cultivars by Promising PGP Halotolerant Bacillus sp. Strain AE-EH1 Isolated from a Marine Environment
Eman Hamada, Adel Eltoukhy, Metwally K. Mahfouz, Abdel Kareem S.H. Mohamed
Soil salinity is a crucial challenge that restricts plant development and productivity. In this study, we aimed to report a promising marine-derived plant growth promoting (PGP) bacteria that can empower wheat plants to survive upon salt stress. Thirty-one bac…
29 Jul 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.4.289.308
ReviewOverview of Nosocomial Urinary Tract Infections
Sarah Kassab Shandaway Al-Zamali, Noori Taha Alkhafaji, Mohammed Ibrahim Anwer, Ranaa W. Younus
Nosocomial urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), accounting for a significant burden on patient outcomes and healthcare resources. Most cases are linked to catheter use, prolonged hospitalization, and poor…
17 Jul 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.4.252.272
Research ArticleComparative Analysis of Cervical Canal Microbiota Structure in Women with Various Obstetric Pathologies
Andrei Vladimirovich Kozlov, Anastasia Alekseevna Abramova, Anna Vitalevna Yanchenko, Irina Alekseevna Bystrakova
Infection of the urogenital tract of women with various microorganisms can affect the course of pregnancy and fetal development. The aim of the study was to determine the species structure of the cervical canal microbiota and its relationship with the developm…
17 Jul 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.4.238.251
Research ArticleBioactive Metabolites and Anti-Phytopathogenic Potential of Erica verticillata: A Targeted Leaf Extract Study
Abdallah Khalil, Karrar A. Hamzah, Shimaa Bashir, Said Behiry, Ahmed Abdelkhalek
Plant pathogenic microorganisms pose significant threats to agriculture, necessitating the exploration of natural alternatives to conventional pesticides. This study aimed to investigate the antimicrobial potential of methanolic extracts from Erica verticillat…
17 Jul 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/9.4.273.288
Research ArticleProduction of Bacterial β-Galactosidase Using Wastes of Dairy Industry
Safaa Salah El-Din Taha, Osama Abd El-Hamid Ibrahim, Einas Hamed El-Shatoury, Amany Mohamed El-Deeb, Hayam Abd El-Naby Sayed
UF-Cheese permeate is a dairy byproduct characterized by high lactose content, generated through the ultrafiltration process that separates proteins and fats from milk. The aim of this study was to use UF-Cheese permeate as a medium for promoting bacterial gro…
18 Jun 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.3.214.237
ReviewPotential of Non-Dairy Probiotic Beverages to Modulate Gut Microbiota and Improve Management of Non-Communicable Diseases
Laverdure Tchamani Piame
This review aims to explore the efficacy of probiotic supplementation in non-dairy beverages on the management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The pre-March 2025 study selected eight articles from electronic databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, PubMe…
18 Jun 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.3.198.213
Research ArticleGlobal Genetic Diversity of ZYMV Coat Protein Isolates in Cucurbits: Comparative Sequence Analysis and Phylogenetic Insights for Diagnostic Applications
Shrouk Essam Emam Farag, Shafik Ibrahim, Mamdouh Hussein Abdel-Gaffar, Atef Sadik
Zucchini yellow mosaic virus (ZYMV), a member of the Potyvirus genus, poses a major threat to cucurbit crops worldwide. This study aimed to provide a comprehensive comparative analysis of ZYMV isolates collected from six global regions-Africa, Asia, Europe, No…
13 Jun 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.3.178.197
Research ArticleFrom Waste to Wealth: Efficient α-Amylase Production Using Agro-Waste Materials: A Study on Brevibacillus Isolates
Fabiha Shahid, Syeda Soran Alam, Aima Arooj, Hafsa Batool
Soil microbiota serves as a rich source of different microbial enzymes including α-amylase. In this study we aimed to isolate, optimize amylase-producing bacterial strains, and evaluate the effectiveness of agro-waste in replacing conventional starch-bas…
13 Jun 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.3.166.177
Research ArticleConvolvulus scammonia Effect on Gene Expression of Candida tropicalis Biofilms
Mouna Akeel Hamed Al-Oebady, Wafaa Ayad Al-Nuaimy, Noor Sami Al-Lebawy
Convolvulus scammonia is a twining perennial plant with thick, fleshy roots, irregularly arrow-shaped leaves, and flowers resembling those of Convolvulus arvensis. The aim of this study was to determine the impact of C. scammonia on six genes expression (i.e.,…
3 Jun 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.3.156.165- Review
Modified Atmosphere Packaging as an Effective Technology for Inhibition of Food-Borne Pathogens Throughout Food Preservation
Abdul Raouf Al-Mohammadi
Recently, it has been shown the survival of many food-borne pathogens in meat, dairy products, and other foods. Several survived microorganisms are discussed in this review such as Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus, Listeria monocytogenes, Campylobacter s…
22 May 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.3.140.155 
Research ArticleIn Silico Identification of Escherichia coli Curli Protein Phytochemical Inhibitors as Potential Antibiotic Drug Compounds for Urinary Tract Infection via Molecular Docking
Den Marc Exala, Earl Adriane Cano, Angela Nole Shayenne Coderos, Denise Alexandra Cruz, Samson Decasa, Juliana Carlidy Elauria et al.
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common illnesses impacting individuals and are usually caused by uropathogenic bacteria such as E. coli. The pursuit to address E. coli responsible for urinary tract infections has prompted numerous researcher…
25 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.2.116.139
Research ArticleNucleotide Sequence and Bioinformatics Analysis of the Complete Genome of an Egyptian Isolate of Zucchini Yellow Mosaic Virus
Fatma S. Abdel Razek, Ahmed Mahdy, Samar S.A. El-Masry, Shafik Ibrahim, Shrouk E.E. Farg, Atef Sadik
This study aimed to characterize the complete genome of an Egyptian strain of Zucchini Yellow Mosaic Virus (ZYMV), identify key genetic elements linked to aphid transmission, and analyze its phylogenetic relationship with global ZYMV strains. A single necrotic…
13 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.2.92.115
Research ArticleInvestigating the Bioactive Potential of Ononis spinosa L. Phytochemical Profiling and Antibacterial Effectiveness Evaluation
Lakhdar Benalach, Fadhela Boukada, Kouider Cherifi, Ali Latreche, Ikram Messellem, Mohammed Bellatreche
This study was conducted in order to investigate the antibacterial potency of the Ononis spinosa L. extracts. The phenolic compounds in the aerial parts of Ononis spinosa were examined using high performance liquid chromatography coupled with a diode array det…
25 Mar 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.2.82.91- Research Article
Novel approach to overcome the β-lactam resistant bacteria using an actinobacterial inhibitory protein
Nada A. M. Abdelbary, Rawia F. Gamal, Waleed M. Abdulkhair, Sawsan Y. Elateek
β-lactam resistance is a serious problem that the hospitals face worldwide; particularly in the developing countries. The widespread of this resistance is attributed to various mechanisms used by the nosocomial bacteria. The aims of this study were to mon…
23 Mar 2025DOI 10.21608/nrmj.2023.320397 
Research ArticlePredicting the Potential of Black Seed Bioactive Compounds against Potato Virus X Using In Silico Molecular Docking
Adham Ezz El-Regal Mahmoud, Atef Shoukry Sadik, Ahmed Mahdy
This study presents a comprehensive analysis of the physicochemical, pharmacokinetic, and molecular docking properties of black seed (Nigella sativa) bioactive compounds-Nigellicine, Carvacrol, Nigellidine, and Thymoquinone-compared to the antiviral drug Ribav…
20 Mar 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.2.63.81
Research ArticleBioactivity of the Endophytic Bacteria Inhabiting the Egyptian Medicinal Plant Hyoscyamus muticus
Noura Sh. A. Hagaggi, Marwa E.A. Khalaf, Eman A. El Rady
Although medicinal plants provide various biochemicals for pharmaceutical applications, overharvesting may cause their extinction. Therefore, to preserve plant resources, the researchers must consider the microbial endophyte cultures as an alternative route fo…
13 Mar 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.2.51.62
Research ArticleIsolation and Identification of Pink-Pigmented Facultative Methylotrophic Bacteria (PPFM) from the North Rumaila Field, Iraq
Anwar A. Maki, Asaad M.R. Al-Taee
Petroleum bioremediation is internationally recognized as a cost-effective and ecologically sustainable solution. The aim of this study is isolating and identifying the PPFM bacterium from oil contaminated soil. So, this bacterium was isolated from soil sample…
25 Feb 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.NRMJ/2025/9.1.41.50- Review
Microalgae as sources of biofuel production through waste water treatment
Muhammad Usman Akhtar, Abid Ali Khan, Wajeeha Jahangir Khan, Tiyyaba Furqan
The shortage of fuel in the near future and the change in climate due to greenhouse gases are serious challenges of a global concern, thus it is imperious to explore new sustainable ways to overwhelm these challenges. The need of a new sustainable energy sourc…
13 Feb 2025