Investigation of Antibiofilm Activities from Marine Sponges’ Crude Extract of Pulau Bidong, Terengganu, Malaysia

Biofilm, intricate microbial communities adhering to submerged surface, pose a significant challenge across various sectors. Conventional approaches relying on harsh chemical or mechanical removal have drawback. Marine organisms like sponges, with their diverse secondary metabolites, offer a promisi...

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Main Authors: Gazali Mohamad, Nur Izzah Alissa Wan Rosli Wan, Sarah Mohd Zahidi Siti, Amira Jamaludin Nur, Bakar Kamariah, Saidin Jasnizat
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Published: EDP Sciences 2024-01-01
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Online Access:https://www.bio-conferences.org/articles/bioconf/pdf/2024/66/bioconf_eafta2024_01008.pdf
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author Gazali Mohamad
Nur Izzah Alissa Wan Rosli Wan
Sarah Mohd Zahidi Siti
Amira Jamaludin Nur
Bakar Kamariah
Saidin Jasnizat
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description Biofilm, intricate microbial communities adhering to submerged surface, pose a significant challenge across various sectors. Conventional approaches relying on harsh chemical or mechanical removal have drawback. Marine organisms like sponges, with their diverse secondary metabolites, offer a promising avenue for developing sustainable solutions. This study investigated the antibiofilm potential of crude extracts from four marine sponges (Stylissa carteri, Haliclona amboinensis, Hymeniacidon sp., and Xestospongia testudinaria) against Vibrio parahaemolyticus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilms. Crystal Violet staining quantified biofilm formation and removal. Well diffusion assays assessed antibacterial activity. Haliclona amboinensis and Hymeniacidon sp. extracts displayed antibiofilm effects against V. parahaemolyticus biofilm. The IC50 values for the activity were 0.1 mg/mL and 0.19 mg/mL, respectively. Notably, the Hymeniacidon sp. extract exhibited bactericidal activity whereas H. amboinensis lacked this effect. Interestingly, both extracts effectively removed pre-formed V. parahaemolyticus biofilms against P. aeruginosa, H. amboinensis displayed antibiofilm activity (IC50 = 2.8 mg/mL) without bactericidal effects. However, this extract did not impact pre-established P. aeruginosa biofilms. The study suggests H. amboinensis is a promising source for new antibiofilm agents. It effectively inhibits biofilm formation without killing bacteria. Further research is needed to identify the active compounds and their mechanisms for developing targeted therapies.
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spelling doaj-art-aa93ad25272145f382e554c69a1789322025-01-16T11:19:24ZengEDP SciencesBIO Web of Conferences2117-44582024-01-011470100810.1051/bioconf/202414701008bioconf_eafta2024_01008Investigation of Antibiofilm Activities from Marine Sponges’ Crude Extract of Pulau Bidong, Terengganu, MalaysiaGazali Mohamad0Nur Izzah Alissa Wan Rosli Wan1Sarah Mohd Zahidi Siti2Amira Jamaludin Nur3Bakar Kamariah4Saidin Jasnizat5Institute of Climate Adaptation and Marine Biotechnology, Universiti Malaysia TerengganuFaculty of Science and Marine Environment, Universiti Malaysia TerengganuFaculty of Science and Marine Environment, Universiti Malaysia TerengganuInstitute of Climate Adaptation and Marine Biotechnology, Universiti Malaysia TerengganuInstitute of Climate Adaptation and Marine Biotechnology, Universiti Malaysia TerengganuFaculty of Science and Marine Environment, Universiti Malaysia TerengganuBiofilm, intricate microbial communities adhering to submerged surface, pose a significant challenge across various sectors. Conventional approaches relying on harsh chemical or mechanical removal have drawback. Marine organisms like sponges, with their diverse secondary metabolites, offer a promising avenue for developing sustainable solutions. This study investigated the antibiofilm potential of crude extracts from four marine sponges (Stylissa carteri, Haliclona amboinensis, Hymeniacidon sp., and Xestospongia testudinaria) against Vibrio parahaemolyticus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilms. Crystal Violet staining quantified biofilm formation and removal. Well diffusion assays assessed antibacterial activity. Haliclona amboinensis and Hymeniacidon sp. extracts displayed antibiofilm effects against V. parahaemolyticus biofilm. The IC50 values for the activity were 0.1 mg/mL and 0.19 mg/mL, respectively. Notably, the Hymeniacidon sp. extract exhibited bactericidal activity whereas H. amboinensis lacked this effect. Interestingly, both extracts effectively removed pre-formed V. parahaemolyticus biofilms against P. aeruginosa, H. amboinensis displayed antibiofilm activity (IC50 = 2.8 mg/mL) without bactericidal effects. However, this extract did not impact pre-established P. aeruginosa biofilms. The study suggests H. amboinensis is a promising source for new antibiofilm agents. It effectively inhibits biofilm formation without killing bacteria. Further research is needed to identify the active compounds and their mechanisms for developing targeted therapies.https://www.bio-conferences.org/articles/bioconf/pdf/2024/66/bioconf_eafta2024_01008.pdf
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Nur Izzah Alissa Wan Rosli Wan
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Investigation of Antibiofilm Activities from Marine Sponges’ Crude Extract of Pulau Bidong, Terengganu, Malaysia
BIO Web of Conferences
title Investigation of Antibiofilm Activities from Marine Sponges’ Crude Extract of Pulau Bidong, Terengganu, Malaysia
title_full Investigation of Antibiofilm Activities from Marine Sponges’ Crude Extract of Pulau Bidong, Terengganu, Malaysia
title_fullStr Investigation of Antibiofilm Activities from Marine Sponges’ Crude Extract of Pulau Bidong, Terengganu, Malaysia
title_full_unstemmed Investigation of Antibiofilm Activities from Marine Sponges’ Crude Extract of Pulau Bidong, Terengganu, Malaysia
title_short Investigation of Antibiofilm Activities from Marine Sponges’ Crude Extract of Pulau Bidong, Terengganu, Malaysia
title_sort investigation of antibiofilm activities from marine sponges crude extract of pulau bidong terengganu malaysia
url https://www.bio-conferences.org/articles/bioconf/pdf/2024/66/bioconf_eafta2024_01008.pdf
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