Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Farnaz Ahmadi Oskooei, Jamshid Mehrzad, Ahmad Asoodeh, Alireza Motavalizadehkakhky
Summary: In this study, Quercetin nanoemulsions (QuNEs) were successfully produced and their interaction with HSA and HTF proteins, cytotoxicity, and antioxidant properties were evaluated. The Quercetin-entrapped nano-emulsions formed stable complexes and showed potential for improved solubility and anticancer effects.
JOURNAL OF BIOMOLECULAR STRUCTURE & DYNAMICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zhen-Fang Zeng, Qiu-Ping Huang, Jie-Hui Cai, Guang-Jin Zheng, Li-Jin Qin, Qiu-Chan Huang, You-Huan Wei
Summary: A novel copper (II) complex was successfully synthesized and characterized for its binding properties with CT-DNA and HSA. The complex exhibited intercalative bindings with CT-DNA and HSA, resulting in fluorescence quenching. In vitro assays showed the complex's superior anti-proliferative effects on various cancer cell lines compared to cisplatin, with dose- and time-dependent induction of apoptosis/necrosis and cell cycle arrest at G0/G1 phase in HepG2 cells.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zhen-Fang Zeng, Qiu-Ping Huang, Jie-Hui Cai, Guang-Jin Zheng, Qiu-Chan Huang, Zi-Lu Liu, Zi-Lu Chen, You-Huan Wei
Summary: This study synthesized two new copper(II) complexes with significant antiproliferative effects against human cancer cell lines. The complexes induced apoptosis by regulating the expression of the Bcl-2 protein family, with complex 1 demonstrating greater antitumor efficacy than the positive control cisplatin.
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Gabriel H. Ribeiro, Analu R. Costa, Aparecido R. de Souza, Fabiana V. da Silva, Felipe T. Martins, Ana M. Plutin, Alzir A. Batista
Summary: This review discusses the development of ruthenium complexes with acylthiourea ligands for potential antitumor activity. It highlights the increased biological activity of the coordination products compared to their precursor complexes and free ligands. The structure-activity relationships of different structure scaffolds of ruthenium complexes with N-mono- and disubstituted acylthiourea ligands are discussed in relation to their cytotoxic properties and antitumor activity. The mode of binding of Ru-acylthiourea complexes to DNA is also explored to understand their cytotoxic action.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Arunachalam Abirami, Umapathy Devan, Rengan Ramesh, Arockiam Antony Joseph Velanganni, Jan Grzegorz Malecki
Summary: This study synthesized six arene ruthenium(ii) complexes and evaluated their inhibitory effects on breast cancer cells. The complexes exhibited good antiproliferative activities by inducing apoptotic cell death through an intrinsic mitochondrial pathway.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Srividya Swaminathan, Jebiti Haribabu, Mohamed Kasim Mohamed Subarkhan, Gunasekaran Manonmani, Kittusamy Senthilkumar, Nithya Balakrishnan, Nattamai Bhuvanesh, Cesar Echeverria, Ramasamy Karvembu
Summary: Acylthiourea ligands exhibit erratic behavior in their crystalline structures, with bidentate coordination observed in Ru(II)-benzene complexes instead of the expected monodentate coordination. These complexes show potential in anticancer and cisplatin resistance overcoming, but also display toxicity towards normal cells.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Raktim J. Sarmah, Sarathi Kundu
Summary: The study investigated the compression-decompression behavior of human serum albumin monolayer on a water surface under different subphase pH conditions. It was found that hysteresis occurred between the compression and decompression curves, leading to modification of monolayer behavior on the water surface. The interactions between molecules were influenced by the subphase pH and local surface charge, resulting in electrostatic repulsion dominating over van der Waals attraction in certain conditions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Antonello Merlino
Summary: This article highlights the binding between anticancer metallodrugs and human serum albumin (HSA), as well as the effect on HSA structure. The study discusses the possibility of using metallodrug/HSA adducts as anticancer agents. It is found that metal compounds can bind with HSA through coordinative bonds and non-covalent interactions, primarily at specific binding sites in the HSA structure, such as Cys34, His105, His146, etc. This research can contribute to the design of new metallodrugs with improved pharmacokinetics and tumor targeting.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sidhali U. Parsekar, Kumudini Paliwal, Paramita Haldar, P. K. Sudhadevi Antharjanam, Manjuri Kumar
Summary: The study shows that the synthesized Cu(II) complex exhibits strong binding affinity to DNA and HSA. The complex has significant anticancer activity in vitro, inducing apoptosis and accumulating reactive oxygen species (ROS) to cause cell death.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hye Jung Jang, Myung Geun Song, Cho Rong Park, Hyewon Youn, Yun-Sang Lee, Gi Jeong Cheon, Keon Wook Kang
Summary: Glioblastoma is a common and fatal primary glioma, but complete removal of brain tumor tissues is challenging for neurosurgeons. Fluorescence-guided surgery (FGS) and indocyanine green (ICG) are used to enhance visualization of tumor edges. The binding properties of ICG to human serum albumin (HSA) and the extracellular glycoprotein SPARC were studied. In vitro and in vivo studies showed that the uptake of ICG-HSA complex was higher in SPARC-expressing glioblastoma cells and tumors compared to free ICG. This suggests that ICG-HSA complex could be an efficient imaging agent for SPARC-expressing tumors, especially glioblastoma.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Srividya Swaminathan, Jebiti Haribabu, Mahendiran Dharmasivam, Nikhil Maroli, Jayachandra Prakasan Jayadharini, Nithya Balakrishnan, Nattamai Bhuvanesh, Cesar Echeverria, Ramasamy Karvembu
Summary: We designed and synthesized bipodal ligands with varying substitution on the phenyl group spacer. Ligands and complexes with different arene units were successfully synthesized and characterized. The coordination behavior of the ligands was minimally influenced by substitution change, but differences were observed in the anticancer activity of the complexes. DFT and X-ray diffraction studies revealed structural variations between the different substitutions, and UV-visible spectroscopy determined the correlation between anticancer activity, hydrolysis rate, and lipophilicity index of the complexes. Staining assays, flow cytometry, and Western blot analysis confirmed the apoptotic cell death mechanism of the active complexes.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Claudia Riccardi, Antonella Campanella, Daniela Montesarchio, Pompea Del Vecchio, Rosario Oliva, Luigi Paduano
Summary: Ruthenium(III) complexes show promise as metal-based anticancer drugs. This study investigates the interaction of a Ru(III) complex embedded in a liposomal nanosystem with human serum proteins HSA and hTf, using fluorescence spectroscopy and circular dichroism. The results suggest that the nanosystem can interact with the serum proteins without affecting their secondary structures.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaotong Zhao, Radostina Georgieva, Pichayut Rerkshanandana, Moritz Hackmann, Lara-Elena Heil Olaizola, Maxine Mueller-de Ahna, Hans Baeumler
Summary: The co-localization of platelets and tumor cells in hematogenous metastases has been recognized for a long time. Interactions between platelets and circulating tumor cells contribute to tumor cell survival and migration. Researchers have developed modified human serum albumin submicron particles (HSA-MPs) targeted towards tumor cells by taking advantage of the interactions between platelets and tumor cells. In vitro experiments have shown the adhesion of HSA-MPs to platelets and the uptake of these particles by tumor cells mediated by activated platelets. These platelet-based and platelet-mimicking HSA-MPs could hold promise for tracking metastatic cancer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dipak Kumar Sahoo, Souradip Dasgupta, Tanuja Kistwal, Anindya Datta
Summary: This paper investigates the binding interactions between Human serum albumin (HSA) and Znsalampy using fluorescence spectroscopic techniques. The binding constant is estimated from the quenching of HSA's single Trp residue by Znsalampy. Fluorescence correlation spectroscopy (FCS) is used to monitor the protein-ligand binding. The location of Znsalampy in its complex with HSA is determined through competitive binding experiments and molecular docking calculations. The Znsalampy-HSA interaction falls within the ideal range for biological applications and Znsalampy is found to be in proximity to Sudlow's site I. The esterase activity of HSA is unaffected in the presence of Znsalampy. Thus, Znsalampy may be a potential probe and biomarker in biomedical applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Stephen Mensah, Joseph D. Rosenthal, Mamta Dagar, Tyson Brown, Jonathan J. Mills, Christopher G. Hamaker, Gregory M. Ferrence, Michael I. Webb
Summary: The evolution of high virulence bacterial strains has led to the development of novel therapeutic agents. Metal-based therapeutics, with their structural variability and unique modes of action, show great promise. This study focused on the preparation and evaluation of ruthenium(ii)-arene complexes containing Schiff base ligands with an attached ferrocene, and identified a complex with prominent activity against clinically relevant bacterial strains.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Tuzhi Xiong, Bowen Huang, Jingjing Wei, Xincheng Yao, Ran Xiao, Zhixiao Zhu, Fang Yang, Yongchao Huang, Hao Yang, M. -Sadeeq (Jie Tang) Balogun
Summary: The water dissociation kinetics of nickel molybdate were successfully accelerated through in situ interfacial engineering and phosphorus doping, resulting in outstanding hydrogen evolution catalytic properties.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jieqiong Li, Zhixiao Zhu, Yongchao Huang, Feng Wang, Muhammad-Sadeeq (jie Tang) Balogun
Summary: Due to its unique metallic property and excellent conductivity, nickel nitride (Ni3N) has attracted considerable attention in electrochemical energy systems and energy conversion systems. However, pristine Ni3N has unsatisfactory performance in these devices due to limited electrochemical active sites. Introducing defects or heterostructures has been proven effective in revitalizing the morphology and modulation of the electronic structure of Ni3N, thus enhancing its performance.
MATERIALS TODAY ENERGY
(2022)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Daoming Chen, Zifei Xie, Yexiang Tong, Yongchao Huang
Summary: Photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting is a promising technology for clean energy production. Bismuth vanadate (BiVO4) is a cost-effective photoanode material with visible light absorption and suitable band edge location. Significant achievements have been made in improving the PEC performance, and future research challenges and prospects are proposed.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Fenfen Wang, Wendi Dong, Dongxue Qu, Yongchao Huang, Yuhui Chen
Summary: The combination of Mn-doped bismuth oxyiodide (BiOI) with H-ZSM-5 as a catalyst for cellulose hydrolysis and oxidation to glycolic acid showed excellent catalytic performance, achieving a yield of 82.6% at 180 degrees C in an O-2 atmosphere. This was attributed to the synergistic effect between Mn species with BiOI and the stronger Bronsted acid sites over HZSM-5. The catalyst also exhibited remarkable performance after repeated reaction runs. This study provides an eco-friendly strategy for designing efficient heterogeneous catalysts for biomass conversion into biofuels and high-value-added chemicals.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Yongchao Huang, Tianyu Ren, Junjun Zheng, Wenyi Liu, Mengshu Zhang
Summary: This study investigates the promotion of cooperation in the public goods game through the introduction of dynamic payoff allocation and loners. The results show that within a specific range of parameters, the mechanism of dynamic payoff allocation and the existence of loners can effectively promote cooperation.
APPLIED MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTATION
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Meiling Zhai, Yongchao Huang, Shi Zhou, Yahong Jin, Jiayun Feng, Chaolei Pei, Li Wen, Li Wen's
Summary: This study compared joint kinematic parameters of trunk and lower limbs between young and older adults, finding that with increasing age, range of motion (ROM) in the lower limbs significantly decreased, resulting in a decrease in gait speed. Older adults compensated for this by increasing thoracic rotation. Therefore, older adults should improve muscle strength and increase ROM to improve gait patterns.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zhilong Jiang, Weiya Liu, Jun Wang, Bangtang Chen, Zihao Wu, Fan Fu, Rui Miao, Ting Ouyang, Wenzhi Lv, Yongchao Huang, Die Liu, Zhao-Qing Liu, Mingzhao Chen, Pingshan Wang
Summary: The design and synthesis of two bipyridyl and terpyridyl ruthenium(II) building units L1 and L2 were explained, and two different triangle self-assembled supramolecules S1 and S2 were successfully synthesized. The study of S2 showed that it maintains high luminous performance at ambient temperature, opening up new possibilities for the rational molecular design of terpyridyl ruthenium fluorescent materials and catalytic functional materials.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ran Xiao, Fenfen Wang, Li Luo, Xincheng Yao, Yongchao Huang, Zhongmin Wang, M. -Sadeeq Balogun
Summary: A novel heterogeneous nickel-molybdenum (NiMo)-based electrode was fabricated as a trifunctional electrode for asymmetric supercapacitor (ASC), hydrogen evolution reaction, and oxygen evolution reaction. The electrode exhibited a hierarchical nanorod heterostructure and abundant heterogeneous nanointerfaces, providing active sites and efficient charge transfer for high performance self-powered electrochemical devices. By integrating the NiMo-based ASC and alkaline water electrolysis devices, an aqueous self-powered overall water splitting (OWS) system was assembled, which demonstrated the great potential of the electrode for sustainable and renewable energy storage and conversion.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tuzhi Xiong, Zhixiao Zhu, Yanxiang He, M. -Sadeeq Balogun, Yongchao Huang
Summary: Transition metal layered double hydroxides, particularly nickel-iron layered double hydroxide (NiFe-LDH), play an important role as a precursor for efficient hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) catalysts. In this study, a simple strategy for developing Ni-Fe-derivative electrocatalysts via phase evolution of NiFe-LDH is reported. The optimized catalyst exhibits superior HER properties, and this can be attributed to the strong electronic interaction at the interface of the metallic FeNi3 and semiconducting NiO.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zifei Xie, Daoming Chen, Jingtong Zhai, Yongchao Huang, Hongbing Ji
Summary: In this study, a novel homogenous BVO/BiVO4 photoanodes were successfully constructed, which consist of BiVO4 nanodots (BVO) with exposed (011) crystal facet on BiVO4 substrate. This structure not only creates tunable (011)/(110) crystal planes upon homogeneous interfacial contact, but also demonstrates an unprecedented photocurrent density with outstanding performance. Theoretical calculations reveal that the tunable (011)/(110) crystal facet facilitates the charge separation efficiency and water splitting kinetics. Furthermore, the photocurrent density of the homogenous BVO/BiVO4 is further enhanced by additional photo-deposition of NiFeOx electrocatalyst layer (denoted NiFeOx/BVO/BiVO4). The optimized NiFeOx/BVO/BiVO4 photoanodes reach an unprecedented photocurrent density of 6.40 mA cm(-2) at 1.23 V versus reversible hydrogen electrode (RHE) under simulated AM 1.5G illumination, and also demonstrate outstanding durability. This work provides a new environmentally friendly and effective path for improving PEC water splitting of BiVO4 photoanodes.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Daoming Chen, Xiaolin Li, Jiayi Huang, Yuxuan Chen, Zili Liu, Yongchao Huang
Summary: This study presents a convenient and efficient strategy for Fe doping into BiVO4 and hybrid CoO(x) OECs to achieve a Fe-BiVO4/CoO(x) photoanode. The resulting photoanode demonstrates a photocurrent density of 4.0 mA/cm2 and high charge transfer (74.4%)/separation efficiency (71.2%) at 1.23 V vs RHE under AM 1.5 G illumination. The synergistic effect of Fe doping and CoO(x) OEC loading significantly enhances the electrical conductivity and carrier density of BiVO4. This work provides valuable experimental data for improving the PEC performance of BiVO4.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhiting Liang, Meng Li, Kai-Hang Ye, Tongxin Tang, Zhan Lin, Yuying Zheng, Yongchao Huang, Hongbing Ji, Shanqing Zhang
Summary: This study improves the performance of BiVO4 photoanodes through systematic engineering, including catalysis engineering, bandgap engineering, and morphology engineering. The deposition of a NiCoOx layer onto the BiVO4 photoanode and the incorporation of Fe-g-C3N4 significantly enhance the photocurrent density, thereby improving the solar energy conversion efficiency of BiVO4 photoanodes.
Meeting Abstract
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Beatriz Penalver Bernabe, Yongchao Huang, Pauline Maki, Yang Dai
JOURNAL OF WOMENS HEALTH
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Beatriz Penalver Bernabe, Yongchao Huang, Pauline Maki, Yang Dai
JOURNAL OF WOMENS HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hao Yang, Tuzhi Xiong, Zhixiao Zhu, Ran Xiao, Xincheng Yao, Yongchao Huang, M-Sadeeq Balogun
Summary: This study reveals that Ni5P4 nanosheets prepared on CFC exhibit higher areal capacity and the high Li adsorption energy of CFC contributes to the superior Li-ion storage performance of CFC@Ni5P4.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Anjum Afrooze, Dadamiah P. M. D. Shaik
Summary: This study presents a solution combustion approach to produce marigold Co3O4 nanoparticles as potential electrode material for supercapacitors. The effect of vacuum annealing on the microstructural and electrochemical properties is explored, and the prepared nanoparticles exhibit high specific capacitance and electrochemical stability.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
A. Atta, Nuha Al-Harbi, B. M. Alotaibi, M. A. M. Uosif, E. Abdeltwab
Summary: In this study, PVA/NaI films were prepared by doping polyvinyl alcohol with sodium iodide. The films were then irradiated with argon ions at different fluence levels. Various characterization techniques were used to study the structural and electrical changes in the films. The results show that the dielectric behavior of the treated PVA/NaI films was significantly modified, making them more suitable for various devices.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xingang Wang, Chao Ma, Fubing Zou, Hai Hu, Jiayu Li, Hongyun Luo
Summary: By hybridizing TiO2 photocatalyst with CaCO3 as the wall material and using linseed oil as the core material, self-cleaning and self-repairing microcapsules were produced using in-situ precipitation. The microcapsules were evaluated for their morphology, chemical composition, thermal stability, and self-cleaning and self-repairing properties. Results showed that the microcapsules had a rough and spherical surface, along with excellent thermal stability and repeatability. Increasing the dosage of microcapsules significantly increased the degradation rate of methylene blue, while the self-repairing effect of micro-cracks became more evident. The optimal microcapsule dosage was found to be 7.0 wt%.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Muhammad Farooque Lanjwani, Mustafa Tuzen, Muhammad Yar Khuhawar, Tawfik A. Saleh
Summary: The development of the textile industry has raised concerns due to the contamination of drinking water by organic dyes, which pose a carcinogenic risk to humans. Nanomaterials, particularly semiconductors, have been utilized for photocatalytic degradation of dye pollutants. Various parameters, such as catalyst dosage, irradiation time, light sources, initial dye concentration, temperature, and pH, play significant roles in the degradation process. Different generations of photocatalytic nanomaterials, including single metal nanoparticles, binary and ternary metal oxides, as well as inert solid substrates with photocatalysts, have been employed for dye degradation.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
V. Ramasamy, E. Thenpandiyan, G. Suresh, T. Sathishpriya, Suresh Sagadevan
Summary: The nano CaCO3 and Eu3+ doped CaCO3/PEG nanocomposites were prepared through the biomimetic method. The prepared products were characterized and the electrochemical performance was evaluated. The results showed that the Eu3+ doped CaCO3/PEG nanocomposite exhibited superior pseudocapacitive behavior and could be used as an electrode material for supercapacitor applications.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Shuxiang Duan, Ping Li, Hongqiang Zhang, Suping Qu
Summary: Panax ginseng, as an ethnomedicinal plant, has therapeutic effects in traditional medicine. This study investigated the potential use of green-synthesized silver nanoparticles from Panax ginseng leaf extract for the treatment of lung carcinoma and heart protection against mitochondrial dysfunction and cardiac dysfunction in obese insulin-resistant rats. The silver nanoparticles showed spherical morphology with a size range of 12.11 to 43.33 nm. In vivo experiments demonstrated that the silver nanoparticles significantly improved metabolic parameters, heart rate variability, cardiac function, and cardiac mitochondrial function in the rats. This study suggests that silver nanoparticles derived from Panax ginseng have cardioprotective effects.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Maryam Fayazi, Elham Rezvannejad
Summary: In this study, propolis extract was used as a green reductant to deposit silver nanoparticles on sepiolite clay, creating a nanocomposite called Sep/Ag. The nanocomposite was characterized using various techniques, and its ability to adsorb methylene blue (MB) was examined. The results showed that Sep/Ag could efficiently remove MB from solution, and the adsorbent could be regenerated for multiple cycles. This research demonstrates the potential of Sep/Ag nanocomposite as an effective and environmentally friendly sorbent for environmental cleanup.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
M. Sriramraj, A. R. Balu, S. Chitra Devi, B. Sowmiya Devi, M. Suganya, K. Devendran, M. Karthika, S. Adityan
Summary: One-pot green synthesis was used to prepare rGO decorated MgTiO3 perovskite using Solanum trilobatum leaf extract to reduce graphene oxide. The rGO embedded MgTiO3 nanoparticles showed smaller crystallite size, well-defined particle boundaries, increased photodegradation efficiency and antibacterial activity compared to pure MgTiO3.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zhiliang Guo, Qianheng He, Helin Wang, Changgan Lai, Shuai Ji, Jian Sun, Donghuai Zhang, Liu Nie, Lixu Lei
Summary: Waste plastics are causing serious environmental pollution and there is a pressing need for their recycling. This study presents a novel method to completely degrade waste PET into sodium terephthalate and ethylene glycol through a solid-state reaction at high temperature with minimal solvent. The method offers high efficiency, selectivity, and ease of product separation, making it a promising approach for the recycling economy of other ester-based waste polymers.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Hanan Alhussain, Nuha Y. Elamin, Laila S. Alqarni, Abuzar Albadri, Kamal K. Taha, A. Modwi
Summary: A CaO-TiO2@g-C3N4 sorbent was constructed using sonication method for the elimination of RhB dye from aqueous medium. The sorbent demonstrated equilibrium for the dye adhesion after 120 minutes, with a maximum adsorption capacity of 778.7 mg/g. The nanocomposite showed satisfactory performance in neutral aquatic conditions.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Wei-Dong Liu, Liu-Qing Chen, Qi-Hao Qiu, Ming-Qiang Qi, Han Xu, Chao-Long Chen, La-Sheng Long, Lan-Sun Zheng, Xiang-Jian Kong
Summary: In this study, a mixed valence cerium-oxo cluster was successfully synthesized through low-temperature crystallization, and the coexistence and distribution of Ce ions in different valence states were determined. The mechanism for the generation of +4 valence state was revealed, and the synthesized cluster exhibited strong ultraviolet absorption and long visible light absorption, as well as clear photocurrent response and high photocurrent intensity.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Mahak Dalal, Nidhi Antil, Binesh Kumar, Jai Devi, Sapana Garg
Summary: This research study focuses on the biological efficacy of a newly synthesized Schiff base ligand and its aryltellurium(IV) complexes. The synthesized compounds were characterized using various physical and spectral investigations, and theoretical chemical estimations were also conducted. The results showed that the complexes exhibited mild to strong antimicrobial activity, with higher activity than the Schiff base. Molecular docking experiments revealed the ability of the compounds to bind to receptors. ADMET results indicated favorable drug-like behavior of the synthesized compounds. Overall, these complexes may serve as promising candidates for infection ailments.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Indu Sharma, Ajay Kumar, Jaspreet Kaur, Sanjay Mehra, Arvind Kumar, Suresh Kumar Sharma, Surinder Kumar Mehta, Ramesh Kataria
Summary: Nanozyme based sensors have been developed as an effective method for detecting harmful metal ions in water samples. In this study, a Co(II) based coordination polymer nanoparticle (Co-CP NP) was synthesized and utilized as a nanozyme to detect Fe(II) ions selectively. The Co-CP NP exhibited peroxido-reductase mimicking activity, and the detection limit for Fe(II) ions was found to be 0.66 μM. The catalytic action of the Co-CP NP was further analyzed using Michaelis-Menten kinetics, and the detection mechanism was elucidated through XPS and zeta potential analysis.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Sreenivasulu Venkata Kummari, Vadali Venkata Satya Siva Srikanth
Summary: A simple single-step sonochemical reduction method is used to prepare CoFe2O4-CoFe-reduced graphene oxide (rGO) composites with control of rGO content. The tunable interfacial magnetic proximity-induced magnetization at the interface of CoFe2O4-CoFe and rGO is observed.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Asma Zaka, Muhammad Waqas Iqbal, Amir Muhammad Afzal, Hassabul Hassan, Sarah Alharthi, Mohammed A. Amin, Ahmad M. Saeedi, Hasan B. Albargi, A. Alhadrami, Nawal D. Alqarni, Mohd Zahid Ansari
Summary: The tailoring and rational synthesis of metal-organic framework (MOF) with versatile nano/microarchitectures are of great academic interest due to their promising applications in advanced energy storage devices. A simple and cost-effective hydrothermal method was used to synthesize the carbon nanotubes (CNT) doped Cu-MOF, exhibiting astonishing power and energy density.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
