Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zhiying Shao, Jilai Lu, Jian Ding, Fengjiao Fan, Xinyang Sun, Peng Li, Yong Fang, Qiuhui Hu
Summary: The synthesized chitosan-pectin gel beads showed excellent adsorption performance for removing heavy metals from water. With good structural characteristics, mechanical strength, and stability, CPBs were found to have great reusability and potential for environmental protection and reuse.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tuan Sherwyn Hamidon, Rohana Adnan, M. K. Mohamad Haafiz, M. Hazwan Hussin
Summary: Wastewater pollution is a significant issue that requires advanced treatment methods, such as nanotechnologies. Nanocelluloses, in particular, show promise as adsorbents due to their high surface area and ability to be functionalized. This review focuses on cellulose-based beads and covers their preparation, properties, kinetics, adsorption isotherm modeling, and application in wastewater treatment, specifically for removing metal ions and dyes.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Meisam Sadeghi, Zahra Moghimifar, Hamedreza Javadian, Mohsen Jahanshahi, Majid Farsadrooh
Summary: In this study, spherical CMC-C-Ni composite beads were synthesized as an adsorbent for the treatment of oily wastewater from rapeseed industry. The beads exhibited a porous structure and stable physical characteristics. Results showed that increasing fluid viscosity led to a reduction in terminal settling velocity.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Ava Mohrazi, Reza Ghasemi-Fasaei, Amin Mojiri, Sedigheh Safarzadeh Shirazi
Summary: This study optimized the preparation conditions of modified LDO for the removal of multiple elements from wastewater using the response surface method and the Taguchi method. The results showed that the response surface method is more accurate, while the Taguchi method is more economical, but both methods have the potential for predicting the adsorption capacity.
Review
Polymer Science
Maimuna Akter, Maitry Bhattacharjee, Avik Kumar Dhar, Fahim Bin Abdur Rahman, Siddika Haque, Taslim Ur Rashid, S. M. Fijul Kabir
Summary: The review emphasizes the potential of hydrogels as effective adsorbents for removing metal ions and dyes from wastewater, with cellulose-based hydrogels being extensively studied due to their biodegradability and other advantages. Various synthesis techniques and adsorption mechanisms for CBH adsorbents are discussed, along with the importance of optimizing adsorption capacity and future research directions.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tuan Sherwyn Hamidon, Rohana Adnan, M. K. Mohamad Haafiz, M. Hazwan Hussin
Summary: This study developed cost-effective and efficient hydrogel beads for treating wastewater contaminated with 4-chlorophenol. The results showed that the hydrogel beads could effectively adsorb 4-chlorophenol and could be reused multiple times.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Qianqian Wang, Simeng Liu, Honglei Chen, Jun Liu, Huan Liu, Qianqian Zhu
Summary: In this study, highly efficient and environmentally friendly carboxylated cellulose silica hybrid adsorbents were developed by combining the advantages of cellulose and silica. The surface property and chemical composition of the hybrid adsorbents were extensively characterized, and the results showed that silica particles were densely deposited on their surface. These hybrid adsorbents demonstrated a high adsorption capacity that was more than 45% higher than that of carboxylated cellulose adsorbent, thanks to their porous structure and large specific surface area. They also maintained a high MB adsorption efficiency of up to 70% even after undergoing five cycles. This research has important implications for wastewater treatments as the cellulose silica hybrid adsorbents offer sustainable and cost-effective alternatives to traditional adsorbents.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Andressa Silva Gomes, Maria Vitoria Guimaraes Leal, Gabrieli Roefero Tolosa, Flavio Camargo Cabrera, Guilherme Dognani, Aldo Eloizo Job
Summary: This study aims to obtain functionalized cellulose (cDAC) by oxidation and cationization using sugarcane bagasse. The cDAC showed a maximum adsorption capacity of 563.30 mg/g for anionic dyes and exhibited good recyclability. Therefore, cDAC has the potential to be a new, clean, low-cost, recyclable, and environmentally friendly alternative for effluent decontamination containing dyes.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. L. Pedrotti, S. Petit, B. Eyheraguibel, M. E. Kerros, A. Elineau, J. F. Ghiglione, J. F. Loret, A. Rostan, G. Gorsky
Summary: The release of microfibers is a growing environmental concern due to their potential threat to ecosystems, with a systematic study showing their presence in various environmental compartments and surface waters. Despite efficient removal by wastewater treatment plants, a significant amount of microfibers still enters marine environments daily, emphasizing the need for better pollution control measures. The sources of microfibers in marine environments are diverse, with laundry discharge and atmospheric transport being major pathways.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zishuai Jiang, Xin Wang, Hao Zhao, Zhaolin Yang, Jiazuo Zhou, Xiaohan Sun, Haiyue Yang, Chengyu Wang, Siqi Huan
Summary: Globally, micro-and nano-plastics (MNPs) have become a serious environmental threat due to their multitude sources, widespread distribution, persistence, and adverse effects. This study reports a simple and green strategy using cellulose membranes to simultaneously separate MNPs and heavy metal ions. The cellulose membranes showed high purification efficiency for MNPs (>98%) and high adsorption efficiency for heavy metal ions (97%). Additionally, the membranes exhibited high tolerance to different water conditions and sizes of MNPs.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Yamin Chai, Yanjia Zhang, Lichun Wang, Yunzheng Du, Biao Wang, Nan Li, Mengya Chen, Lailiang Ou
Summary: In this study, a three-dimensional MOF/hydrogel beads were successfully constructed with excellent mechanical performance and adsorption capacity, offering a promising strategy for high-efficiency wastewater treatment, especially in pharmaceutical wastewater treatment.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jie Sun, Yujie Wang, Yuzhe He, Junhong Liu, Lizhu Xu, Ziqing Zeng, Yingmin Song, Jianhe Qiu, Zhujian Huang, Lihua Cui
Summary: Cellulose/MgAl layered double hydroxides (LDHs) composite beads were prepared for the removal of polystyrene nanoparticles. The results indicate that the beads have good attachment capacity and the attachment behavior can be successfully explained.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nujud Maslamani, Sher Bahadar Khan, Ekram Y. Danish, Esraa M. Bakhsh, Kalsoom Akhtar, Abdullah M. Asiri
Summary: The coupling of biopolymers with metal/metal nanoparticles has garnered significant interest in water pollution treatment. In this study, carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) beads and chitosan-coated CMC beads were used as supports for copper nanoparticles (Cu/CMC and Cu/Cs@CMC, respectively). The developed beads exhibited catalytic activity for the reduction of various pollutants. Cu/Cs@CMC beads showed higher efficiency compared to Cu/CMC beads, with good recyclability and reusability.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Biao Hu, Nina Yan, Zhiyu Zheng, Lei Xu, Hongde Xie, Jingwen Chen
Summary: A magnesium-modified biochar was prepared through solvent-free ball milling with a precursor of MgCl2 center dot 6H(2)O. Recyclable biochar beads were then fabricated by introducing sodium alginate and Fe3O4. These beads exhibited excellent adsorption performance for phosphate due to the formation of magniferous crystals on the biochar surface, resulting in accelerated electrostatic interactions and precipitation. The beads also showed excellent magnetism-driven recyclability, avoiding secondary contamination and expanding the application field of the adsorbent.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shivendra Sinha, S. De, D. Mishra, S. Shekhar, A. Agarwal, K. K. Sahu
Summary: The use of functionalized metal organic frameworks and composite beads have successfully achieved high efficiency adsorption and separation of lanthanum from wastewater, suggesting potential for improved recovery of rare earth elements.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Jaqueline F. de Souza, Matheus S. Gularte, Rafael F. N. Quadrado, Andre F. P. Biajoli, Andre R. Fajardo
Summary: This paper comprehensively discusses the development and application of catalysts based on Cu-supported in polysaccharide-based materials. Polysaccharides have attractive characteristics that enable the development of support materials with varied sizes and geometry capable of immobilizing various Cu species.
CATALYSIS REVIEWS-SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jaqueline F. de Souza, Emilly C. da Silva, Andre F. P. Biajoli, Daisa H. Bonemann, Anderson S. Ribeiro, Andre R. Fajardo
Summary: Phosphine-functionalized chitosan derivative combined with alginate beads exhibited superior adsorption performance for Cd2+ and Al3+ removal from water. The adsorption process followed pseudo-first-order kinetics and Freundlich isotherm model.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jaqueline F. F. de Souza, Thalita F. B. de Aquino, Pamela P. P. Nunes, Ismael C. C. Bellettini, Daniela Hartwig, Raquel G. G. Jacob, Andre R. Fajardo
Summary: Copper-catalyzed reactions supported by solid materials, such as polyethyleneimine-coated polyacrylic acid microparticles (PEI@PAAc/Cu2+), have shown promising application prospects in the synthesis of 3-arylselanylindoles.
APPLIED ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Julie S. da Costa, Andre R. Fajardo
Summary: The study demonstrates that coating the surface of Luffa cylindrica fibers with polypyrrole/stearic acid composite can enhance its adsorption capacity towards sodium diclofenac and change its hydrophilicity to hydrophobicity, benefiting the interaction with sodium diclofenac.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Emilly C. Silva, Victoria R. Soares, Andre R. Fajardo
Summary: The physicochemical and structural characteristics of magnetic materials can be modulated by exposure to a magnetic field, allowing for enhanced adsorption performance. This study prepared Alginate/Polypyrrole/ZnFe2O4 (Alg/PPy/ZnFe2O4) magnetic beads and investigated their adsorption performance for the drugs acetaminophen (ACT) and ibuprofen (IBU) under the influence of an external magnetic field (EMF). The presence of the EMF altered the swelling and pHPZC behavior of the magnetic beads, enhancing their adsorption capacity for ACT and IBU compared to pristine beads (Alg/PPy). The adsorption mechanism followed a pseudo-second-order and the Freundlich isotherm. Additionally, the magnetic beads maintained a high adsorption capacity even after multiple reuse cycles.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Carolina Faccio Demarco, Daisa Hakbart Bonemann, Anderson Schwingel Ribeiro, Tito Roberto Sant'Anna Cadaval Jr, Marcos Alexandre Gelesky, Marcelo Godinho, Maurizio Silveira Quadro, Simone Pieniz, Robson Andreazza
Summary: Research found that Hydrocotyle ranunculoides demonstrated adaptive response to chromium by restoring photosynthetic pigment, altering functional groups and epidermal cells. Therefore, it is proposed to use a floating biofilter device to utilize this plant species for chromium decontamination.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Liziane Oliveira de Avila, Daiane Placido Torres, Eliezer Quadro Oreste, Meibel Teixeira Lisboa, Carlos Augusto Posser Silveira, Anderson Schwingel Ribeiro, Adriane Medeiros Nunes, Rosane Martinazzo
Summary: An analytical method using atomic absorption spectrometry coupled to hydride technique with ultrasound assisted acidic extraction was developed for determination of inorganic arsenic species in retorted oil shale slurry. Trivalent arsenic was measured after sample stabilization and reaction with a reducing agent, while total inorganic arsenic was assessed by the pre-reduction of As(V) to As(III) and the difference in concentration between total inorganic arsenic and As(III). The limit of quantification was 3.7 mg kg(-1) for As(III) and 1.3 mg kg(-1) for itAs.
ANALYTICAL LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rafael F. N. Quadrado, Thiago A. L. Burgo, Thaise D. Fussinger, Grazielle G. Rossi, Marli M. A. de Campos, Bernardo A. Iglesias, Andre R. Fajardo
Summary: Responsive materials combining photo-responsive molecules and polysaccharides can be utilized for controlled drug delivery using light as an external stimulus. In this study, a light-responsive hybrid film of Ca2+-cross-linked alginate (ALG) and 3-PtTPyP was developed for drug delivery. The film exhibited light-induced weight loss due to the degradation of ALG matrix by reactive oxygen species generated by the photo-excited 3-PtTPyP, enabling controlled release of hydrocortisone (HC). The hybrid film also demonstrated photodynamic action against mycobacteria strains, suggesting its potential applications in antibacterial photodynamic therapy.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Henrique P. Mota, Rafael F. N. Quadrado, Andre R. Fajardo
Summary: A novel multi-network hydrogel with self-healing ability was developed to address the limitations of traditional hydrogels in organic contaminant removal. The hydrogel exhibited improved swelling kinetics, mechanical properties, and self-healing ability, as well as selective adsorption and recycling performance.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Emilly C. Silva, Charlie G. Gomes, Mariana A. Vieira, Andre R. Fajardo
Summary: This study was financially supported by Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Cientifico e Tecnológico, Brazil (CNPq) and PQ fellowship (Process 303125/2022-5) to A.R.F. The study also received partial funding from Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior, Brazil (CAPES/Proap), Finance Code 001. The authors would like to thank CTNano-UFMG (Brazil) for donating MWCNT-f.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Guilherme T. Voss, Michael J. Davies, Carl H. Schiesser, Renata L. de Oliveira, Andresa B. Nornberg, Angelita M. Barcellos, Cristiane Luchese, Ethel A. Wilhelm
Summary: This study investigated the use of 1,4-anhydro-4-seleno-D-talitol (SeTal) in gelatin and alginate (Gel-Alg) polymeric films to improve the treatment and attenuation of atopic dermatitis (AD)-like symptoms in mice. The films were able to retain and release SeTal in a controlled manner and effectively attenuated disease symptoms. Moreover, the loaded films showed superior efficiency compared to hydrocortisone (HC) cream, a traditional AD treatment. Overall, incorporating SeTal in biopolymeric films provides a promising alternative for the long-term treatment of AD-type skin diseases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Julie S. da Costa, Jaqueline F. de Souza, Debora R. S. dos Santos, Andre R. Fajardo
Summary: This study presents the preparation and characterization of a composite aerogel with a double network of alginate and poly(acrylamide) filled with multi-walled carbon nanotubes. The inclusion of MWCNT resulted in significant changes to the thermal, morphological, mechanical, and swelling properties of the composite compared to the pristine aerogel. The composite aerogel demonstrated excellent adsorption capacity and reusability for cationic dyes, indicating its potential for long-term application.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING B-ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL SOLID-STATE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Caroline D. Clasen, Sandy A. Silva, Kaiane Q. Ribeiro, Anderson S. Ribeiro, Mariana A. Vieira
Summary: The total concentrations and bioaccessible fractions of various elements were evaluated in pseudocereal samples, with negative correlations observed between bioaccessibility and total phenolic compounds.
JOURNAL OF THE BRAZILIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Emilly C. Silva, Charlie G. Gomes, Joao Pina, Rui F. P. Pereira, Dina Murtinho, Andre R. Fajardo, Artur J. M. Valente
Summary: This study explores the synthesis and characterization of supramolecular composites made of poly (beta-cyclodextrin-co-citric acid) and carbon quantum dots (QDs). These composites can serve as both adsorbents and photoluminescent probes to monitor and treat harmful metal ions in the environment.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wafa A. Bawazir, Maymoona A. Al-Mahmood, Rawan S. Almalki, Ghadi F. Alofi, Raghad S. Alharbi, Zoya Zaheer
Summary: This study investigates the interaction between sulfathiazole and three types of surfactants using UV-visible spectroscopy and conductivity measurements. The results show that the critical micelle concentration of cationic and anionic surfactants decreases with increasing sulfathiazole concentration, while the interaction with non-ionic surfactant is weak.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Musaad K. Aleid, Khalid N. Alharbi, Mona A. Aljufareen, Areej S. Aloliwi, Alhanouf K. Almutairi, Rahaf S. Alsaif, Nada K. Alshayeb, Mohammed S. Almoiqli
Summary: This study assessed the levels of trihalomethane compounds in the water network of Riyadh city and identified the factors influencing their formation. The concentrations of trihalomethane compounds were within the permissible limits, indicating the water's safety for human consumption. The presence of bromide ions, organic carbon, free chlorine, and pH values were found to affect trihalomethane formation.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Said Arhzaf, Jamal Houssaini, Mohammed Naciri Bennani, Marwa Alaqarbeh, Mohammed Bouachrine
Summary: The study shows that Mg-Al hydrotalcite catalysts intercalated with acetate and carbonate anions exhibit superior catalytic activity in the aldol condensation reaction between furfural and acetone. The optimal reaction conditions are at 90 degrees C for 2 hours, achieving conversion rates of over 98% with high selectivity towards F2A for the acetate catalyst.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Uyen-Chi Nguyen Le, Ngoc Xuan Dat Mai, Kieu-Minh Le, Hoang Anh Vu, Huynh-Nhu Thi Tran, Tan Le Hoang Doan
Summary: This study aimed to enhance the bioavailability of rosmarinic acid, a bioactive compound with high anticancer activity, by encapsulating it in tetrasulfide-based porous organosilica nanoparticles. The synthesized nanoparticles were small in size and had a high surface area and an average pore diameter. The nanoparticles showed effective accumulation in cancer cells without toxicity to normal cells. Treatment with rosmarinic acid-containing nanoparticles resulted in significant cell death in cancer cells. Overall, these findings suggest that the synthesized nanoparticles can enhance the pharmacological effects of rosmarinic acid.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiamin Qi, Hengxi Zhu, Tianyu Yang, Xingyuan Wang, Zixuan Wang, Xiaoli Lei, Bin Li, Wenmin Qian
Summary: This study synthesized a novel iron-biochar adsorbent using the iron content in red mud to remove heavy metals from wastewater. The adsorbent showed excellent removal efficiency and sustainability. This method addresses both industrial waste recovery and heavy metal adsorption issues.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bo Yi, Li Zhang, Haiyang Zhou
Summary: Plasma protein binding plays a crucial role in the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of therapeutic bioactive materials. In this study, the interaction of nordentatin, a member of coumarins, with human alpha-1 acid glycoprotein (AGP) was investigated, and the anticancer potency of nordentatin against human colorectal cancer cells was evaluated. The results showed that nordentatin binds to AGP through a static quenching mechanism and exhibits inhibitory effects on the growth of HCT-116 cells by increasing intracellular ROS and [Ca2+] levels and triggering apoptosis-related gene overexpression. Therefore, nordentatin could be a promising plant-based therapy for colorectal cancer.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qiming Pang, Cui Wang, Bangtao Li, Suli Zhang, Jiaoyang Li, Shuo Gu, Xueyu Shi
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of resveratrol loaded in copolymer nanoparticles on cerebral ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury in rats. The results showed that RES.CP.NPs could have neuroprotective effects through their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, leading to improved neurological disability scores and decreased oxidative stress levels.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Maryam Rachmawati Sumitra, Lung-Ching Chen, Wei-Chen Tsai, Muhamad Ansar, Bashir Lawal, Ntlotlang Mokgautsi, Jih-Hwa Guh, Alexander T. H. Wu, Hsu-Shan Huang
Summary: Tetraheterocyclic compounds derived from natural sources and contemporary pharmaceuticals have shown promise as multitarget therapeutic agents. In this study, a series of synthesized compounds were evaluated for their potential in breast cancer treatment. Compounds 18 and 20 demonstrated significant antiproliferative activity against breast cancer cell lines and their mode of action was revealed through molecular docking simulations.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mohammad Khosravani, Mohsen Dehghani Ghanatghestani, Farid Moeinpour, Hossein Parvaresh
Summary: The aim of removing Pb(II) from water is to minimize the potential harm posed by toxic metals to both human health and the environment. A covalent organic framework adsorbent called TFPOTDB-SO3H was developed with excellent properties such as high repeatability, selectivity, and easy solid-liquid separation. The adsorbent showed impressive capability of adsorbing Pb(II) and effective removal of it from a solution with various ions, suggesting its potential for effectively adsorbing and removing Pb(II) heavy metal ions from wastewater.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ashraf H. Farha, Mohamed S. Shams, Hasna A. Alali, Zakia H. Alhashem, Shehab A. Mansour, Shrouq H. Aleithan, Ragab A. Elsad
Summary: The current study examines the dielectric and thermal properties of transformer oil incorporated with Mn0.5 Zn0.5 Fe2O4 nanoparticles. The results show that the addition of Mn-Zn ferrite NPs improves the dielectric constant, dissipation factor, AC breakdown voltage, and convective heat transfer of the nanofluid.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Limin Hou, Zongpei Jiang, Minqi Ye, Xueyan Sun, Kexin Liu, Yifan Zhu, Xiaoyu Wang, Liangzhu Chen, Ruiheng Gu, Binghu Fang
Summary: The excessive accumulation of antibiotic residue in animal-derived foods poses a threat to health. Therefore, it is necessary to establish a rapid, simple, effective, safe, and highly sensitive method for detecting lincomycin residues. By using a pre-column derivatization method on high-performance liquid chromatography equipped with ultraviolet, the UV absorption of lincomycin is improved, allowing for detection and quantification.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kun Tang, Xin-Xin Wang, Jin-Jin Zhao, Ning Ren, Jian-Jun Zhang
Summary: This study reports the synthesis, crystal structures, and thermal degradation properties of three new rare earth coordination compounds. Compounds 1-3 exhibit binuclear structures which can form chain-like structures via hydrogen bonding. Compound 2 shows potential application value in the orange-red luminescence region.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Seoyoun Yang, Eunbi Yu, See-Hyoung Park, Sae Woong Oh, Kitae Kwon, Su Bin Han, Soo Hyun Kang, Jung Hyun Lee, Heejun Ha, Minkyung Song, Jae Youl Cho, Jongsung Lee
Summary: This study investigated the effects of blue light on the hypodermis and found that it has antiadipogenic properties by reducing lipid accumulation and downregulating the expression of adipogenic genes. Blue light also increased the phosphorylation of PPAR gamma and TRPV1, suggesting its anti-adipogenic effect through these signaling pathways.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Abdul Nasir, Abdul Waheed Khan, Hamid Rafiq Khattak, Abdus Samad, Sami Ullah, Haroon Khan, Muhammad Faheem, Qian Bai
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of isoxazolone derivatives on cisplatin-induced neuropathy in a rat model. The results showed that isoxazolone derivatives effectively reversed mechanical allodynia, similar to the known therapeutic agent pregabalin. Molecular docking analysis indicated that isoxazolone derivatives have strong binding affinity for relevant receptors and potential inhibitory activity against relevant signaling pathways. This study has innovative implications for the treatment of cisplatin-induced neuropathic pain.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shahid Wahab, Haroon Muhammad Ali, Maham Khan, Tariq Khan, Chandran Krishnaraj, Soon-Il Yun
Summary: In this study, we synthesized chitosan nanoparticles, silver nanoparticles, and chitosan/silver nanocomposites using aqueous ginger extract as a green approach. These nanomaterials showed significant antibacterial properties and low toxicity. Furthermore, the nanomaterials conjugated with tobramycin demonstrated enhanced antibacterial efficacy and exhibited interactions with Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)