Investigating the Synergistic Antimicrobial Potential of Natural Extracts

Overview

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global health problem where bacteria are becoming harder to treat with antibiotics. This increases the need for new solutions. In my project, I studied how natural substances like garlic, honey, mangosteen and berberine can work together to stop the growth of harmful bacteria. I tested different combinations to compare how well they worked alone versus together. By measuring how much of each substance was needed to stop bacterial growth, I identified cases where combinations were more effective than individual substances. This shows that some natural compounds can work better when paired together. This project presents novel combinations to addressing AMR and focuses on the combined effects of natural substances rather than the usual studies of them individually. It includes a promising new way to develop alternative treatments for antibiotic-resistant infections.

Awards (2)

• Silver Medal
• Selected for CWSF 2026

Competition history

• CWSF 2026 Disease & Illness

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