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The aim is to identify SQ109 analogs with improved antimicrobial activity against MRSA.

Ιdentification of SQ109 analogs with enhanced antimicrobial activity against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus

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Evaluates SQ109 analogs’ antimicrobial effects on MRSA, suggesting new treatment options.

The aim is to identify SQ109 analogs with improved antimicrobial activity against MRSA.
Evaluated 15 lipid-based antimicrobial candidates, including SQ109 and 14 analogs.
Conducted molecular dynamics simulations and fluorescence-based assays.
Utilized scanning electron microscopy to observe membrane effects.
Analog AK126 and AK127 showed the highest antimicrobial activity with no resistance development.
These analogs disrupt the membrane's proton motive force and cause dose-dependent damage.
AK126 and AK127 effectively target persister cells and enhance gentamicin uptake.

Dellis et al. (2026) studied this question.

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