Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zheng Xing, Lihan Zhu, Yinliang Wu, Di Wu, Chengcheng Gao, Linghan Meng, Xiao Feng, Weiwei Cheng, Zhenjiong Wang, Yuling Yang, Xiaozhi Tang
Summary: In this study, the effect of nano-TiO2 particle size on the properties of starch-based wood adhesives was investigated. The results showed that smaller nano-TiO2 particles had a larger specific surface area and more hydroxyl sites, leading to a more compact network structure. This resulted in improved bonding performance and water resistance. The study also confirmed good compatibility and dispersion of nano-TiO2 in the adhesive films, and smaller TiO2 particles favored the formation of smoother and denser films.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Chunxiao Yang, Hang Su, Guanben Du, Xiangyu Ren, Yingchen Wu, Huijun Zhang, Kelu Ni, Xin Ran, Jun Li, Wei Gao, Long Yang
Summary: Manufacturing green and sustainable bio-based adhesives is an effective strategy to address energy and environmental issues. A hyperbranched crosslinked starch-based adhesive was prepared through the aldehyde-amine covalent reaction, which overcomes the poor water resistance of conventional starch-based adhesives. The adhesive shows improved bonding strength and water resistance, making it a promising candidate for aldehyde-free bio-based wood adhesives.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF WOOD AND WOOD PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Chunxiao Yang, Hang Su, Guanben Du, Xiangyu Ren, Yingchen Wu, Huijun Zhang, Kelu Ni, Xin Ran, Jun Li, Wei Gao, Long Yang
Summary: In this study, a hyperbranched crosslinked starch-based adhesive was prepared by the reaction between dialdehyde starch and polyamine. The adhesive exhibited improved water resistance and high strength, making it suitable for aldehyde-free bio-based wood adhesives.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF WOOD AND WOOD PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zhenjiong Wang, Zheng Xing, Qin Zhang, Dongxia Hu, Jiasheng Lv, Chaoyi Wu, Wenzhi Zhou, Zia-ud-Din
Summary: This study investigated the effects of enzymatic hydrolysis on starch-based wood adhesive (SWA) and found that moderate enzymatic hydrolysis for 2 hours could improve the adhesive properties, including increased bonding strength, decreased viscosity, better elastic deformation, and smoother surfaces. This provides valuable information for the potential application of SWA in the wood industry as an environmentally friendly alternative to formaldehyde-based adhesives.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yue Wang, Haitian Zhang, Yuanbo Zeng, Md Alomgir Hossen, Jianwu Dai, Suqing Li, Yaowen Liu, Wen Qin
Summary: A novel PS/LT/TiO2 composite film was prepared, exhibiting good mechanical properties, water vapor permeability, optical and antibacterial properties, and effective inhibition against microorganisms and insects.
FOOD PACKAGING AND SHELF LIFE
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yue Wang, Haitian Zhang, Yuanbo Zeng, Md Alomgir Hossen, Jianwu Dai, Suqing Li, Yaowen Liu, Wen Qin
Summary: In this study, a novel composite film based on potato starch/lactucin/nano-TiO2 was prepared and its structure, morphology, and properties were investigated. The composite film showed ideal elastic and plastic mechanical behavior at an appropriate lactucin content. It had low water vapor permeability and exhibited good optical and antibacterial properties. The composite material had a high inhibitory rate against microorganisms and effective repellent activity against insects.
FOOD PACKAGING AND SHELF LIFE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Haibo Zhao, Hongbin Zhang, Qiang Xu, Hongdong Zhang, Yuliang Yang
Summary: This study provides a detailed guide for the preparation of starch-based adhesive and its applications in paper conservation. It was found that the addition of potassium alum can modify the physicochemical properties of starch gels, making the gel structure more regular and increasing the binding strength of the adhesive.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Suman Kumari, Baljeet S. Yadav, Ritika Yadav
Summary: Mung bean starch nanocrystals (SNC) were successfully fabricated by acid hydrolysis, resulting in irregular or round-shaped nano-scale crystals with an average diameter of 179 nm. XRD analysis showed enhanced crystallinity of the mung bean SNC. The nanocrystals exhibited increased thermal instability and shear-thinning behavior in the suspension, while maintaining an elastic behavior independent of frequency change.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Jinming Liu, Jianlin Fang, Enjun Xie, Weixing Gan
Summary: A novel type of phenol-formaldehyde resin was synthesized by reacting the liquefaction products of phenol and formaldehyde under acidic and alkaline conditions respectively. The relationship between the liquefaction behavior of cassava starch and the properties of the modified resin wood adhesive was investigated. The results showed that the bonding strength decreased with decreasing liquid-solid ratio, but still met the national standard requirement when the ratio was 1.0.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoyu Zhao, Wei Xu, Xiuxia Tang, Jiahong Wen, Yaxin Wang
Summary: This paper combines nano-etching technology and magnetron sputtering technology to fabricate nanostructure substrates with evolvable structures, and introduces Ag/TiO2/Ag composites into the evolvable composite structure to enhance the activity of SERS. By adjusting the shape of the nanostructure substrates, optical plasmon resonance can be regulated and SERS hotspots can be reconstructed over a large range. This technique has potential application value in surface science, chemical detection, nanometer photonics, and other fields.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mengdie Su, Jinfu Wu, Peidi Pan, Haijun Wang
Summary: The water-resistant P-OS-M adhesive with zero formaldehyde-emission showed superior wet shear strength compared to traditional starch and oxidized starch, with good water resistance and thermal stability, suitable for wood adhesives.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Larissa Braun, Max Hohenschutz, Olivier Diat, Regine von Klitzing, Pierre Bauduin
Summary: In recent research, it was found that the superchaotropic Keggin polyoxometalate alpha-SiW12O404 (SiW) can stabilize non-ionic surfactant foams through electrostatic repulsion. The precise mechanism of foam stabilization by SiW remained unresolved. Imaging and conductimetry were used to monitor the foam collapse, while small angle neutron scattering (SANS) tracked the evolution of film thickness. Thin film pressure balance (TFPB) measurements quantified the resistance of single foam films to external pressure and identified intra-film forces. The findings showed that SiW induces electrostatic repulsion within foam films at low SiW/surfactant ratios, and above a concentration threshold, excess SiW screens the electrostatic repulsion, resulting in thinner foam films. Despite this, the foam and single foam films remained stable due to an additional steric stabilizing force from trapped micelles inside the foam films, which acted as a surfactant reservoir and promoted self-healing of the interface, leading to more resilient foam films compared to bare surfactant foams/films.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Yanhua Zhang, Ziyi Guo, Xiaojian Chen, Yongming Ma, Haiyan Tan
Summary: The new starch-based wood adhesive, obtained by grafting itaconic acid monomers onto cassava starch, exhibited improved mechanical properties and adhesion in wet state. Characterization of the grafted adhesive was done through viscosity, solid content, FTIR, TGA, XRD, and SEM analyses to confirm enhanced performance in bonding strength and water resistance.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Wenyao Peng, Cunjun Dong, Junjian An, Guangyan Zhang, Peng Wang, Yimin Xie
Summary: In order to eliminate toxic formaldehyde from wood-based panels, a formaldehyde-free wood adhesive named OL/PEI adhesive was synthesized by reacting oxidized lignin (OL) with polyethylenimine (PEI) in the presence of sodium periodate. The curing mechanism of the OL/PEI adhesive was determined through spectroscopic techniques. Under optimized conditions, the resulting particleboard showed evenly dispersed OL/PEI adhesive and achieved high mechanical properties, water resistance, and heating resistivity. This study provides a new approach to produce a formaldehyde-free wood adhesive with unique properties for wood bonding.
Article
Polymer Science
Xinyue Ma, Junyou Shi
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of different substrate surface treatment methods on the adhesive properties of starch-based aqueous polymer isocyanate (API) wood adhesive during hygrothermal aging. The results showed that the surface treatment greatly influenced the shear strength of glued wood under hygrothermal conditions, and the coupling agent treatment effectively reduced the decrease in the compressive shear strength of the adhesive. XPS analysis indicated that chemical oxidation modified the wood surface polarity and coupling agent treatment formed a transition layer on the wood surface. These findings suggest that surface treatment effectively improves the durability of the adhesive joints.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Noman Walayat, Hanguo Xiong, Zhouyi Xiong, Helena M. Moreno, Asad Nawaz, Nadia Niaz, Muhammad Atif Randhawa
Summary: Cryoprotectants have a preserving effect on the physical, functional, and structural properties of surimi, while also affecting its quality.
FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Ruben Agregan, Mirian Pateiro, Benjamin M. Bohrer, Mohammad Ali Shariati, Asad Nawaz, Gholamreza Gohari, Jose M. Lorenzo
Summary: Okra, also known as Abelmoschus esculentus, is a nutritious crop that has been used in traditional medicine and functional food manufacturing. It contains various bioactive compounds that have potential health benefits, including anti-diabetic, anti-cancer, anti-hypertensive, and antimicrobial effects.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Gaopeng Zhang, Chunyan Zhu, Noman Walayat, Asad Nawaz, Yuting Ding, Jianhua Liu
Summary: This article discusses the causes and influencing factors of protein denaturation during frozen storage, as well as methods to prevent it by adding cryoprotectants. It also compares new cryopreservation methods with conventional frozen storage and analyzes the changes in food properties induced by freezing. This research is important for improving the quality and commercial value of frozen food.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Ibrahim Khalifa, Asad Nawaz, Remah Sobhy, Noman Walyat, Xiaobo Zou, Mohamed A. Farag, Chunmei Li
Summary: This article comprehensively narrates the characteristics, health benefits, and challenges of nutritious appetizers, and presents methods for improving their stability and production capacity. The research shows that proteinaceous and fibrous appetizers have health benefits, but further studies are needed to enhance their sensory palatability.
FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Zhenjiong Wang, Yiding Ma, Ying Jiang, Feng Zhou, Yulong Wu, Haitao Jiang, Renlei Wang, Qing Xu, Chun Hua
Summary: Quercetin-loaded gamma-cyclodextrin metal-organic frameworks (Que-CD-MOFs) have significantly enhanced solubility and free radical scavenging ability. Que-CD-MOFs exhibit reduced cytotoxicity to HK-2 cells and maintained inhibition on HT-29 tumor cells, with a preferential location of Que molecules inside the cavities of gamma-cyclodextrin pairs in gamma-CD-MOFs.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Noman Walayat, Xiukang Wang, Jianhua Liu, Asad Nawaz, Zhongli Zhang, Ibrahim Khalifa, Miguel Angel Rincon Cervera, Mirian Pateiro, Jose M. Lorenzo, Mehdi Nikoo, Shahida Anusha Siddiqui
Summary: The study revealed that kappa-carrageenan oligosaccharides have a significant impact on the gelling abilities of grass carp myofibrillar proteins during frozen storage, reducing the decline in functional properties and enhancing molecular interactions while limiting ice crystal formation. The addition of 2% kappa-carrageenan effectively restricted the decrease in water holding capacity and increased hydrogen proton density.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiaojiao Zhou, Die Zhang, Xuqin Lv, Xiaoqing Liu, Wei Xu, Lei Chen, Jie Cai, Zia-ud Din, Shuiyuan Cheng
Summary: This study stabilized monodisperse selenium nanoparticles through polysaccharide-polyphenol interactions, leading to improved antioxidant and anti-tumor activities. The glucan-RA-SeNPs exhibited enhanced free radical scavenging ability and increased cytotoxicity towards cancer cells.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zhongli Zhang, Zhouyi Xiong, Noman Walayat, Jose M. Lorenzo, Jianhua Liu, Asad Nawaz, Hanguo Xiong
Summary: This study investigates the influence of CGO/EWP mixture on the functional, structural, and gelling properties of MP during repeated freezing-thawing cycles. The results suggest that CGO and CGO/EWP can effectively delay oxidative deterioration, increase structural stability, and enhance gel properties.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Maryam Gul, Zhi-Wei Liu, Iahtisham-Ul-Haq, Roshina Rabail, Fatima Faheem, Noman Walayat, Asad Nawaz, Muhammad Asim Shabbir, Paulo E. S. Munekata, Jose M. Lorenzo, Rana Muhammad Aadil
Summary: This review highlights the nutritional aspects and health-promoting effects of GOS, showing its potential for improving gut health, immune function, nutrient absorption, and protection against diseases.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Asad Nawaz, Sana Irshad, Iftikhar Ali Khan, Ibrahim Khalifa, Noman Walayat, Rana Muhammad Aadil, Manoj Kumar, Mingfu Wang, Feng Chen, Ka-Wing Cheng, Jose Manuel Lorenzo
Summary: This review provides an insight into the effects of protein oxidation on the physicochemical properties of meat and meat-based products during processing. Protein oxidation can lead to adverse consequences such as protein aggregation, carbonylation, alteration of surface hydrophobicity, and perturbation in protein structures. It is a major concern in the food industry as it affects the quality and nutritional value of the final products.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Muhammad Umar Shahbaz, Mehwish Arshad, Kinza Mukhtar, Brera Ghulam Nabi, Gulden Goksen, Malgorzata Starowicz, Asad Nawaz, Ishtiaq Ahmad, Noman Walayat, Muhammad Faisal Manzoor, Rana Muhammad Aadil
Summary: Fresh fruits and vegetables are important sources of nutrients and plant chemicals. However, the use of chemical pesticides has negative effects on human health and the environment. Natural plant extracts, such as aloe vera, lemongrass, and neem, are promising alternatives as they are safe and effective. This review discusses the latest research on natural alternatives to chemical pesticides.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ibrahim Khalifa, Jose M. Lorenzo, Sneh Punia Bangar, Osama M. Morsy, Asad Nawaz, Noman Walayat, Remah Sobhy
Summary: This study found that C3G/R can enhance the digestibility of β-Lg, with C3R showing better effects than C3G and covalent interactions being more effective than non-covalent ones. In addition, C3G/R can also improve the antioxidant capacity of digested peptides.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ishtiaq Ahmad, Zhouyi Xiong, Hanguo Xiong, Rana Muhammad Aadil, Nauman Khalid, Allah Bakash Jvaid Lakhoo, Asad Nawaz, Noman Walayat, Rao Sanaullah Khan, Rao Sanaullah Khan
Summary: Evidence shows that the storage period has a significant impact on the quality of yogurt. This study prepared three types of yogurt and evaluated their quality characteristics during different storage periods. The findings indicate that enzymatically hydrolyzed potato powder yogurt exhibits desirable water holding capacity, sensory properties, and improved antioxidant activities during storage.
FOOD SCIENCE AND HUMAN WELLNESS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ping Xu, Mengxue Xu, Zia-ud Din, Xi Chen, Yuehui Wang, Kun Zhuang, Qi Zhang, Xianhui Chang, Lei Chen, Wenping Ding
Summary: By incorporating soy protein isolate (SPI) into the traditional Chinese food "Fresh Wet Dousi (FWD)", its structure, starch retrogradation, and water distribution can be improved. SPI reduces viscosity, hardness, crystallinity, and promotes the formation of porous and flexible structure within FWD, thereby enhancing its low-temperature stability.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Remah Sobhy, Asad Nawaz, Mohammad Fikry, Rokayya Sami, Eman Algarni, Nada Benajiba, Sameer H. Qari, Alaa T. Qumsani, Ibrahim Khalifa
Summary: This study investigates the binding potential of 10 glucosinolates with the catalytic dyad remains of 2019-nCoV-3CL(Pro), and finds that glucosinolates containing sinigrin can effectively bind to the receptor and catalytic dyad binding sites of 2019-nCoV-3CL(Pro). Simulation results show that sinigrin has potential activity against 2019-nCoV, which could be used for drug production and optimization in the battle against COVID-19.
SCIENCE OF ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Xingran Kou, Dongdong Su, Fei Pan, Xiwei Xu, Qingran Meng, Qinfei Ke
Summary: This review provides a systematic discussion of the application of molecular dynamics (MD) simulations in aroma compounds (ACs)/cyclodextrins (CDs) inclusion complexes (ICs). It covers the establishment of the simulation process, parameter selection, model evaluation, and various application cases, summarizing the major achievements and challenges of this method.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Haoyu Yu, Quanbin Zhang, Ammad Ahmad Farooqi, Jing Wang, Yang Yue, Lihua Geng, Ning Wu
Summary: Brown algae are rich in fucoidan, which has been found to have anti-cancer and anti-metastasis effects. Fucoidan inhibits tumor cell growth, proliferation, and metastasis, and also promotes immune responses in the tumor microenvironment.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Liang Dong, Yanan Li, Hailin Cong, Bing Yu, Youqing Shen
Summary: Gene therapy is a revolutionary treatment that requires suitable vectors for protecting and releasing exogenous nucleic acids in target cells. Chitosan, as a non-viral vector, has gained attention due to its good biocompatibility and ability to load large amounts of nucleic acids. This paper summarizes the potential of chitosan and its derivatives as gene delivery vector materials, discusses factors influencing transfection efficiency, performance evaluation, ways to optimize infectious efficiency, and current research development directions. It also provides an outlook on the future prospects of chitosan.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ana Iglesias-Mejuto, Beatriz Magarinos, Tania Ferreira-Goncalves, Ricardo Starbird-Perez, Carmen Alvarez-Lorenzo, Catarina Pinto Reis, Ines Ardao, Carlos A. Garcia-Gonzalez
Summary: This study developed a novel processing strategy to manufacture drug-loaded and personalized aerogels with nanostructures. The aerogels demonstrated bioactivity and antimicrobial effects, promoting bone regeneration and preventing infections in bone tissue engineering.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zhenxu Shi, Dimei Yang, Yan Zhou, Xinyu Chen, Lin Gan, Jin Huang
Summary: This study proposes a micro-assembly method to improve the photoluminescent properties of crystalline cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) by organizing them within a sub-micrometer-sized metal-organic framework and coating with TiO2. The TiO2 coating prevents CNC assembly breakdown and allows information to be revealed using screenprinted labels for anti-counterfeiting purposes.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xuejiao Liu, Bin Fu, Jierong Chen, Zhenyu Sun, Dongdong Zheng, Zhonghua Li, Bing Gu, Ying Zhang, Haojie Lu
Summary: Liver disease is a major cause of global mortality, and identifying biomarkers for diagnosing its progression is crucial for improving outcomes. Targeted mass spectrometry is a powerful tool for verifying biomarker candidates and clinical applications, particularly for glycoproteins translation. However, the limitation of analyzing only one sample per run has become apparent. In this study, a high-throughput intact N-glycopeptides quantification strategy was developed, allowing the validation of 20 samples per run with an average analysis time of 3 minutes per sample. The strategy was applied in a cohort of 461 serum samples and identified a panel of 10 IgG N-glycopeptides that have strong clinical utility in evaluating the severity of liver disease.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Qian Wang, Hao Jiang, Hongli Zhang, Weiqiao Lu, Xiao Wang, Wenfeng Xu, Jia Li, Youjing Lv, Guoyun Li, Chao Cai, Guangli Yu
Summary: This study proposes a novel strategy of antibody-beta-glucan conjugates (AGC) to enhance the antitumor immune response to immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) therapy. AGC demonstrated powerful tumor suppression and promoted interaction between tumor cells and dendritic cells (DCs), thereby enhancing immunotherapeutic benefits.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Chaeyeon Lee, Sojeong Lee, Sang Wook Kang
Summary: The study aims to enhance the properties of porous membranes by addressing the limitations associated with phase separation. By using cellulose acetate and citric acid, the researchers were able to fabricate membranes with improved mechanical strength and thermal stability. The cross-linking effect of citric acid resulted in a more uniform pore structure and higher porosity.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Tejaswini Kolipaka, Giriraj Pandey, Noella Abraham, Dadi A. Srinivasarao, Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi, P. S. Rajinikanth, Vidya Tickoo, Saurabh Srivastava
Summary: This review focuses on the design and application of polysaccharide-based hydrogel wound dressings, highlighting aspects such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, drug entrapment, moisturizing ability, swelling, and mechanical properties. Additionally, various crosslinking methods and recent developments in stimuli-responsive hydrogels are discussed.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Anqi Xu, Nan Zhang, Shixing Su, Hongyu Shi, Daoqiang Lu, Xifeng Li, Xin Zhang, Xin Feng, Zhuohua Wen, Gengwu Ma, Mengshi Huang, Chi Huang, Yuqi Hu, Hao Yuan, Qinwen Liu, Daogang Guan, Jun Wang, Chuanzhi Duan
Summary: The study presents a one-pot radical polymerization method to fabricate a hydrogel with adhesive properties, which can effectively treat bacterial-infected diabetic wounds and accelerate wound healing.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Montarop Yamabhai, Munthipha Khamphio, Thae Thae Min, Chai Noy Soem, Nguyen Cao Cuong, Waheni Rizki Aprilia, Krisanai Luesukprasert, Karsidete Teeranitayatarn, Atthaphon Maneedaeng, Tina R. Tuveng, Silje B. Lorentzen, Simen Antonsen, Paiboon Jitprasertwong, Vincent G. H. Eijsink
Summary: The study investigates the bioconversion of chitosan into soluble anti-inflammatory chitosan oligosaccharides (CHOS) using an enzyme. The results show that the generated CHOS have anti-inflammatory activity, but the magnitude of the activity depends on the substrate and production process. Different methods of dissolving chitosan also affect the properties of CHOS. The study highlights the importance of quality assurance in CHOS preparations.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Wen Cao, Jiangping Wu, Xinya Zhao, Zixu Li, Jie Yu, Taili Shao, Xuefeng Hou, Lutan Zhou, Chunfei Wang, Guodong Wang, Jun Han
Summary: In this study, a water-soluble polysaccharide (PLP1) was successfully isolated and purified from Pueraria lobata. It was found that PLP1 was composed of specific glycosidic units and exhibited a better free radical-scavenging ability. Moreover, PLP1 effectively protected the liver against acute alcoholic liver disease (ALD) in mice.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ya Su, Yaqian Liu, Xueyan Hu, Yueqi Lu, Jinyuan Zhang, Wenbo Jin, Wang Liu, Yan Shu, Yuen Yee Cheng, Wenfang Li, Yi Nie, Bo Pan, Kedong Song
Summary: A 3D printed scaffold based on carbon dots-curcumin nano-drug release has been developed for drug delivery after breast cancer surgery. The scaffold showed effective inhibition of tumor growth, antibacterial activity, and promotion of wound healing, making it a promising approach for preventing tumor recurrence.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ekaterina Sokolova, Diane Jouanneau, Antonin Chevenier, Murielle Jam, Nathalie Desban, Pierre Colas, Elizabeth Ficko-Blean, Gurvan Michel
Summary: Carrageenans, a compound synthesized in red algae, have various biological properties and are valuable in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Their fine structure affects wound healing, oxidative processes, hemostasis, and inflammation. Enzymatic modification of carrageenans produces oligosaccharides that bind to natural human serum antibodies and specific antibodies, showing potential for therapeutic applications.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yan Shi, Miao Yu, Kaijin Qiu, Tiantian Kong, Chunjing Guo, Wenxue Zhang, Daquan Chen, Ming Kong
Summary: In this study, functionalized transfersomes were developed to co-deliver doxorubicin and 1MT towards primary tumors and tumor draining lymph nodes via transdermal administration using microneedles. The results showed that the nano-complexed microneedles exhibited a stronger suppression in tumor growth compared to the intravenous group.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
