Arachidonic acid modulates fluconazole-induced responses in Candida albicans biofilms
Ruan Fourie, Oluwasegun Olalekan Kuloyo, Chibuike Ibe, Gabré Kemp, Previn Naicker, Ireshyn S. Govender, Michael Kruger, Olihile Moses Sebolai, Jacobus Albertyn, Carolina Henritta Pohl
This study shows arachidonic acid reduces fluconazole resistance in Candida albicans biofilms by modulating ERG11 expression, oxidative stress response, and Cdr1p activity.
bioRxiv · Nov 25, 2025 · PreprintMicrobiology