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Evaluation of the Antifungal Activity of Microgramma vacciniifolia Frond Lectin (MvFL) Against Pathogenic Yeasts

Authors: Rayanne Maria Vitória Vasconcelos de Oliveira; Alexsander Rodrigues Carvalho Junior; Pollyanna Michelle da Silva; Gustavo Ramos Salles Ferreira; Poliana Karla Amorim; Patrícia Maria Guedes Paiva; Luís Cláudio Nascimento da Silva; +3 Authors

Evaluation of the Antifungal Activity of Microgramma vacciniifolia Frond Lectin (MvFL) Against Pathogenic Yeasts

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The rise in antifungal resistance among Candida species has prompted the search for alternative therapies, including plant-derived lectins with antimicrobial properties. This study evaluated the antifungal activity of Microgramma vacciniola frond lectin (MvFL) against clinically relevant Candida species and Nakaseomyces glabratus. MvFL exhibited fungistatic activity, with the lowest minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of 0.625 μg/mL for N. glabratus and 1.25 μg/mL for Candida krusei. The minimal fungicidal concentrations (MFC) were not detected, indicating they are above 80 µg/mL. MvFL significantly reduced N. glabratus proliferation, disrupted lysosomal integrity, and affected mitochondrial membrane potential, indicating interference with key cellular processes. MvFL showed minimal activity against biofilm formation, only reducing Candida tropicalis biofilms at a subinhibitory concentration. Combination assays revealed additive or synergistic effects with fluconazole for C. krusei, C. tropicalis, and notably Candida parapsilosis, while antagonism was observed against Candida albicans and N. glabratus. These findings underscore the species-specific nature of lectin-drug interactions and the importance of evaluating such combinations carefully. Overall, MvFL demonstrates significant antifungal potential, particularly as an adjuvant to existing treatments. Its ability to inhibit growth and disrupt cellular function in yeasts supports the development of plant lectins as novel, safer antifungal agents in response to the growing challenge of antifungal resistance.

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popularity
This indicator reflects the "current" impact/attention (the "hype") of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network.
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influence
This indicator reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
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impulse
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