Journal of Bacteriology & Parasitology

University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan

Biography

Dr. Muhammad Ishaque has extended his valuable service for many years and has been a recipient of many award and grants. His international experience includes various programs, contributions and participation in different countries for diverse fields of study.  His research interests reflect in his wide range of publications in various national and international journals.




 

Publications

• Research Article   
  Inhibitory Effects of Antifungal Drugs on Biofilm Producing Aspergillus Spp. Recovered from Drinking Water System
  Author(s): Noorulain Nazir*, Abubakar Siddique, Muhammad Nisar Khan and Muhammad Ishaque
  
  Aim: Biofilms formed in drinking water distribution systems serve as a continuous source of fungal infections. Biofilms are thick aggregates of adherent microorganisms including pathogenic species of fungi. Respiratory diseases and skin allergy reactions are caused by drinking water containing biofilm forming fungus and bacteria. One of the main causes of nosocomial infections and respiratory diseases in hospitals is due to the fungal biofilm formation in machines, catheters and other surgical instruments. There are some antifungal drugs which are used to control biofilm formation to minimize the infection rate. Methodology: The present study was conducted to isolate and identify Aspergillus species which are the main fungal spp. responsible for the biofilm formation in drinking water and to check their antifungal susceptibility agains.. View more»
  

  DOI: 10.35248/2155-9597.20.11.370

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