Master’s Thesis at the University of Basrah Examines the Antibacterial Efficacy of a Novel Beta-Lactam Compound
A master’s thesis conducted at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Basrah investigated the topic: “Isolation and Identification of Contaminating Microorganisms in Fresh and Frozen Chicken Meat and the Effectiveness of a Novel Beta-Lactam Compound in Reducing Contamination in Basra Governorate.”
The research, presented by Mustafa Luqman Mohammed, focused on the development and evaluation of a new beta-lactam antibiotic. The compound was tested against four bacterial species isolated from chicken meat, including both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, which were identified and confirmed using the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique.
The findings demonstrated that the novel beta-lactam compound exhibited strong antibacterial activity against several Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial isolates obtained from both locally produced and imported chicken meat.
The thesis recommended the adoption of this new beta-lactam compound within the poultry sector as a potential alternative to conventional antibiotics, citing its favorable safety profile, low toxicity, and reduced frequency of application compared with currently marketed antimicrobial agents. The study also emphasized the importance of employing PCR as a reliable method for bacterial identification and diagnosis.
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College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Basrah.