Unraveling the mechanism of antifungal action of encapsulated eugenol/chitosan nanoparticles against Aspergillus fumigatus

• Published in: Journal of drug delivery science and technology Vol. 95; p. 105595
• Main Authors: Nasiri-Jahrodi, Abozar, Shams-Ghahfarokhi, Masoomeh, Asghari Paskiabi, Farnoush, Razzaghi-Abyaneh, Mehdi
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier B.V 01.05.2024
• Subjects: Antifungal activity; Aspergillus fumigatus; Chitosan; Eugenol; Mode of action; Nanoparticle; Antifungal activity; Chitosan; Aspergillus fumigatus; Nanoparticle; Eugenol; Mode of action

Aspergillus fumigatus can cause an invasive life-threatening infection in people who have weakened immune systems, underlying diseases or respiratory infections such as COVID-19. Azole-resistant A. fumigatus infections are difficult to treat and have high mortality. This study aimed to investigate t...