Richard M. Tarkka Source Confirmed

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Researcher

University of Central Arkansas

faculty

11 h-index 23 pubs 474 cited

Research Areas

Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria Microbial infections and disease research Phytochemicals and Antioxidant Activities Food composition and properties Health and Medical Research Impacts

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OverviewAI-generated summary

Richard M. Tarkka's research investigates the antimicrobial properties of honey, specifically examining how both Manuka and non-Manuka honey types inhibit antibiotic-resistant bacteria commonly found in wound infections. His work contributes to understanding natural compounds as potential agents against resistant microbial strains. Tarkka has authored 23 publications, accumulating 474 citations and an h-index of 11. He has collaborated with fellow University of Central Arkansas faculty members Stephany D. Crabtrey and Kari Naylor on shared publications, indicating active engagement within his academic community.

Metrics

  • h-index: 11
  • Publications: 23
  • Citations: 474

Selected Publications

  • Both Manuka and Non-Manuka Honey Types Inhibit Antibiotic Resistant Wound-Infecting Bacteria (2022) DOI

Collaborators

Researchers in the database who share publications

Stephany D. Crabtrey University of Central Arkansas 1 shared publication Kari Naylor University of Central Arkansas 1 shared publication

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