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Materials Science, Ceramics
Gopalu Karunakaran, Eun-Bum Cho, Govindan Suresh Kumar, Evgeny Kolesnikov, Arkhipov Dmitry, Saheb Ali
Summary: In this study, superparamagnetic mesoporous hydroxyapatite (HAp) nanorods were successfully synthesized by doping cobalt ions inside. The incorporation of Co led to higher surface area of the HAp nanoparticles. The toxicity evaluation and antibacterial test showed that Co incorporation did not significantly affect the biocompatibility and antibacterial properties of the HAp samples.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Sergiy Kyrylenko, Maciej Sowa, Alicja Kazek-Kesik, Agnieszka Stolarczyk, Marcin Pisarek, Yevheniia Husak, Viktoriia Korniienko, Volodymyr Deineka, Roman Moskalenko, Izabela Matula, Joanna Michalska, Agata Jakobik-Kolon, Oleg Mishchenko, Maksym Pogorielov, Wojciech Simka
Summary: Dental implants made from titanium and its alloys are commonly used due to their inertness and biocompatibility. However, to improve their success rate, it is necessary to enhance the integration with bone and gum tissues and prevent bacterial infections. Various surface modification techniques, including plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO), have been explored. In this study, the use of nitrilotriacetic acid (NTA) as a complexing agent in the PEO process was found to improve the corrosion resistance of titanium implants and reduce bacterial colonization.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mina Naghdi, Mahsa Ghovvati, Navid Rabiee, Sepideh Ahmadi, Nikzad Abbariki, Soheil Sojdeh, Amirhossein Ojaghi, Mojtaba Bagherzadeh, Omid Akhavan, Esmaeel Sharifi, Mohammad Rabiee, Mohammad Reza Saeb, Keivan Bolouri, Thomas J. Webster, Ehsan Nazarzadeh Zare, Ali Zarrabi
Summary: Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine have addressed the challenges of repairing and regenerating damaged organs and tissues, and nanotechnology has played a crucial role in advancing tissue regeneration science. Magnetic nanostructures have emerged as promising materials for tissue regeneration, but their potential has not been extensively reviewed.
ADVANCES IN COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mohammad Shahin, Khurram Munir, Ming Wen, Cuie Wen, Yuncang Li
Summary: Magnesium (Mg)-based alloys and composites are attracting attention due to their ability to degrade in the body. Graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) are considered a promising reinforcement for Mg matrix nanocomposites (MMNCs) to enhance mechanical strength and corrosion resistance. This study investigated the effects of adding 0.1-0.3 wt% GNPs on MMNCs, showing improvements in compressive strength and corrosion resistance, with higher GNP content leading to decreased Mg2+ ion release during degradation.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rethinam Senthil, Serdar Batikan Kavukcu, Weslen S. Vedakumari
Summary: A nanowound dressing sheet (Nano-WDS) was designed using a combination of cellulose nanofiber (CNF), coffee beans powder (CBP), and reduced graphene oxide (rGO), and prepared by vacuum pressure for sustained application in wound healing. The Nano-WDS showed favorable tensile strength, elongation at break, water absorption, and thickness. It exhibited excellent biocompatibility and antibacterial activity against E.coli and S.aureus bacteria. The combination of cellulose and reduced graphene oxide in the nanowound dressing sheet demonstrated its potential for wound tissue engineering applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
S. V. Egorov, A. G. Eremeev, V. V. Kholoptsev, I. V. Plotnikov, K. I. Rybakov, A. A. Sorokin, S. S. Balabanov, E. Ye. Rostokina, Yu. V. Bykov
Summary: The study found that the addition of carbon nanotubes during microwave sintering of alumina had no significant impact on the development of thermal instability, but could increase the final density.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Liming Xu, Xingwang Liu, Kang Sun, Rao Fu, Gang Wang
Summary: Magnesium alloys possess excellent biocompatibility and biodegradability, but their corrosion resistance is relatively lower. This study reviews the corrosion mechanism of magnesium alloys and proposes reasonable methods for preventing and modeling corrosion. Additionally, composition design, structural treatment, and surface processing techniques can be used to control degradation rate and improve the biological properties of magnesium alloys.
Review
Polymer Science
Akash Kumar, Sangeeta Yadav, Jhilam Pramanik, Bhagavathi Sundaram Sivamaruthi, Titilope John Jayeoye, Bhupendra G. G. Prajapati, Chaiyavat Chaiyasut
Summary: Chitin, the second-most common polymer after cellulose, can be used to produce chitosan. Chitosan has been blended with various plant extracts and polymers to enhance its biological and physiological properties. Due to its enhanced physicochemical properties, chitosan-based composites have potential applications in food processing, nutraceuticals, food quality monitoring, food packaging, and storage. Chitosan-based biomaterials are biocompatible, biodegradable, low toxic, mucoadhesive, and regulate chemical release, making them suitable for biomedical applications.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Ting Zhang, Wen Wang, Jia Liu, Liqiang Wang, Yujin Tang, Kuaishe Wang
Summary: This paper reviews the potential of magnesium and magnesium alloys in biomedical applications, as well as the challenges they face. It discusses the rapid corrosion and low strength issues of magnesium alloys and explores methods to improve their mechanical performance and corrosion resistance. The research progress in surface modification technology of magnesium alloys is emphasized.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
D. Parajuli, N. Murali, Devendra K. C., Bhishma Karki, K. Samatha, Allison A. Kim, Mira Park, Bishweshwar Pant
Summary: MXenes are 2D ceramic materials known for their conducting, hydrophilic, biocompatible, and tunable properties. However, they face challenges of instability, low biodegradability, and difficulty in drug release. These issues can be addressed by MXene/polymer nanocomposites, which enhance functionalities such as photothermal conversion efficiency, antibacterial activity, and biosensors. MXenes can be effectively combined with other materials to create nanocomposites with improved properties for advanced applications.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Paraskevi Gkomoza, Michaela Papageorgiou, Ioanna Kitsou, Konstantinos Spyrou, Athena Tsetsekou
Summary: In this study, pegylated ceria nanoparticles (CNPs) were successfully synthesized using low-cost and bio-friendly starting reagents. The ceria nanocrystals exhibited high stability in an aqueous suspension. The synthesis process involved the addition of PEG as a dispersing agent and pouring dropwise of aqueous TRIS solution to achieve ceria precipitation. The CNPs were characterized by various techniques including TEM, XRD, DLS, FT-IR, XPS, and z-potential analysis.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Clare Davis-Wheeler Chin, LaRico J. Treadwell, John B. Wiley
Summary: The use of microwave irradiation for the synthesis of inorganic nanomaterials has become a widespread area of research, with a growing demand for materials tailored to specific applications. Microwave irradiation offers unique advantages by promoting homogeneous heat distribution, increased reaction rates, and greater control over the reaction environment. This method has shown promise in producing high-quality nanoscale composites with controlled size, morphology, and architecture.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fouad Damiri, Md. Habibur Rahman, Mehrukh Zehravi, Aeshah A. Awaji, Mohammed Z. Nasrullah, Heba A. Gad, Mutasem Z. Bani-Fwaz, Rajender S. Varma, Mousa O. Germoush, Hamdan S. Al-malky, Amany A. Sayed, Satish Rojekar, Mohamed M. Abdel-Daim, Mohammed Berrada
Summary: Polymeric nanocomposites are important sustainable materials used to address multi-disciplinary problems. MXenes, a newer class of 2D materials with metallic conductivity, have been widely studied for their applications in various fields. This article provides a comprehensive classification and discussion on polysaccharide-based electroactive hydrogels, including their structures, properties, and biomedical applications. The article also explores the synthesis methods and biomedical applications of nanocomposites comprising MXenes and polysaccharides.
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Umair Rafique, Stefano Pisa, Renato Cicchetti, Orlandino Testa, Marta Cavagnaro
Summary: This paper presents a comprehensive review of different ultra-wideband (UWB) antenna designs for near-field microwave imaging, discussing their manufacturing technology, radiative performances, radiation mechanisms, as well as techniques used to reduce the size and improve the bandwidth.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Ranjith Kumar Kankala
Summary: Pristine layered double hydroxides (LDHs) have limitations in biomedicine, but these can be overcome by fabricating nanocomposites. This article highlights the limitations of pristine LDHs and the engineering strategies for different LDHs-based nanocomposites, and provides a detailed explanation of their performance efficacy in various biomedical applications.
ADVANCED DRUG DELIVERY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Physics, Multidisciplinary
A. Bismibanu, M. Alagar, I. B. Shameem Banu, Pradeep Reddy Vanga, Thangaraj Selvalakshmi, M. Ashok
Summary: A series of samples with Pr substituted at the Bi site of BiFeO3 were studied to analyze the impact of Pr concentration on the structural, magnetic, ferroelectric, electrical, morphological, and semiconducting properties. The study showed that higher Pr dopant improved the ferroelectric and magnetic properties.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
K. Anu, J. Hemalatha
Summary: Zn-doped nickel ferrite nanoparticles were successfully synthesized and characterized in terms of their structural, compositional, and morphological properties. These nanoparticles exhibited superparamagnetic behavior, high electrical conductivity, and surface charge, making them promising candidates for applications in thermoelectrics, hyperthermia, magnetic coatings, and conducting ferrofluids.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Purusottam Reddy Bommireddy, M. Chandra Sekhar, Young-Woong Lee, Mirgender Kumar, Youngsuk Suh, Si-Hyun Park
Summary: In this study, Co-Ni hexacyanoferrate electrodes were synthesized via a hydrothermal approach and their properties were studied. The binder-free composites exhibited battery-like electrochemical storage mechanisms, with CoNi2HCF@NF composite showing the best charge storage properties. Furthermore, a hybrid supercapacitor device using CoNi2HCF@NF as the battery type and activated carbon as supercapacitor electrodes achieved high energy density and good cycling performance.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
D. Naveena, R. Dhanabal, A. Chandra Bose
Summary: This study analyzes the properties of undoped and La doped CuO thin films and finds that 6 wt% of La doped CuO thin films exhibit high optical absorption and low resistivity, making them suitable as absorber material for solid state solar cells.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
S. Harinee, K. Muthukumar, R. A. James, M. Arulmozhi, H-U Dahms, M. Ashok
Summary: This study demonstrates that Sargassum muticum-mediated nanoparticles and their nanocomposites have photocatalytic and photoexcited antimicrobial properties, and they can combat drug-resistant superbugs and pathogenic bacteria, while also exhibiting efficient degradation of harmful dyes.
MATERIALS TODAY SUSTAINABILITY
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
S. Siva Shalini, R. Balamurugan, S. Velmathi, A. Chandra Bose
Summary: The pristine silver metal-organic framework (Ag-MOF) is synthesized by one-pot synthesis method and its crystal structure, surface morphology, porosity, and chemical configuration are analyzed. It shows excellent conductive frame network and electrochemical activities, making it a promising electrode material for supercapacitor application.
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
E. Lokeshkumar, A. Kashimbetova, R. Shishir, P. Manojkumar, B. Ravisankar, E. B. Montufar, L. Celko, N. Rameshbabu
Summary: In this study, titanium scaffolds fabricated by direct ink writing with 50% porosity were surface treated by plasma electrolytic oxidation process. Three different coatings were fabricated using different nanoparticles. The coated scaffolds showed improved corrosion resistance and cytocompatibility compared to the uncoated scaffolds.
TRANSACTIONS OF THE INDIAN INSTITUTE OF METALS
(2023)
Article
Electrochemistry
M. P. Harikrishnan, P. Naveena, N. Baskaran, A. Chandra Bose
Summary: CeNiO3 (CNO) is a promising anode material for supercapacitors due to its stable structure and prolonged cycle life. In this study, CNO nanospheres anchored on a chain-like structure of VS4 (VS) with high sulfur content were successfully synthesized using in situ hydrothermal reaction. The optimized structure of CNO nanospheres on VS showed an enhanced specific capacity compared to pristine CNO and VS. The combination of sulfur and oxide in VS facilitated a diffusion-driven charge storage mechanism, while higher sulfur content enhanced surface-controlled charge storage. Additionally, an asymmetric supercapacitor was fabricated with CNO@VS10 as the positive electrode, demonstrating high specific energy and power. DFT studies were used to support the experimental observations. Moreover, a set of LEDs displaying NML on a printed circuit board (PCB) was lit up using CR2032 coin cells connected in series.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Review
Energy & Fuels
M. P. Harikrishnan, A. Chandra Bose
Summary: VS4, also known as patronite, is a widely studied nanostructured material with high theoretical capacity. Its chain-like structure and interchain spacing provide space for ion insertion/extraction, making it suitable for supercapacitor and battery applications. Scientific reports on VS4 and its nanocomposites have been published recently, and this article summarizes their charge storage properties and discusses challenges and future perspectives.
Article
Electrochemistry
Rengasamy Dhanabal, A. Juliet Christina Mary, Suhash Ranjan Dey, Arumugam Chandra Bose
Summary: Metal oxide-based nanostructures, particularly nickel oxide (NiO)-based nanostructures, show high-performance in electrochemical energy storage devices. Different NiO nanostructures, including nanoplate, nanoflower, nanorod, and nanosheet, have been synthesized using a solution-based hydrothermal method. These nanostructures exhibit specific capacities of 355 C g(-1), 294 C g(-1), 284 C g(-1), and 432 C g(-1) when used as electrodes in a three-electrode system. Additionally, a solid-state asymmetric supercapacitor device (NiO//AC) composed of NiO nanosheet anode and activated carbon cathode achieves a specific capacity of 83 C g(-1), a maximum energy density of 39.49 Wh kg(-1), and a retention rate of 107.9% after 10,000 charge/discharge cycles.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE ELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
I. Ajin, R. Balamurugan, A. Chandra Bose
Summary: In this study, La2NiCrO6 (LNC) double perovskites were successfully synthesized as an efficient supercapacitor electrode material. In a three-electrode system, LNC@Ni-foam showed a specific capacity of 529 C g(-1) (147 mA h g(-1)) at a current density of 1 A g(-1). A device fabricated with LNC@Ni-foam as a positive electrode and activated carbon (AC) AC@Ni-foam as a negative electrode achieved a specific capacity of 227 C g(-1) (63 mA h g(-1)) at 1 A g(-1), and exhibited an energy density of 49.17 W h kg(-1) and a cycle stability of 97% after 10,000 cycles at a current density of 10 A g(-1).
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
K. Anusuyadevi, R. Balamurugan, A. Chandra Bose, S. Velmathi
Summary: This study presents a single-step synthesis of nitrogen and oxygen doped carbon nano-sponges by heating precursors in dimethylsulfoxide. The structure, morphology, and optical properties of the nano-sponges were thoroughly investigated. The nano-sponges exhibited fluorescent sensing capability for 4-nitroaniline and showed potential as a supercapacitor due to their high surface area, porous nature, and functionalities.
MATERIALS TODAY CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Physics, Multidisciplinary
P. Vipin, R. Sankaranarayanan
Summary: The dynamics of a Brownian particle in Morse potential under thermal fluctuations is investigated by numerically integrating the corresponding Langevin equation. The dependence of Kramer's rate on temperature and viscosity of the medium is studied by mean first passage time. An approximate analytical expression for the rate constant is found and it shows a temperature dependent pre-factor for the Arrhenius equation. Numerical simulations are consistent with the analytical approximations.
PRAMANA-JOURNAL OF PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Bhagatram Meena, Mohit Kumar, Palyam Subramanyam, Rameshbabu Nagumothu, Daniel Smith, Saulius Juodkazis, Challapalli Subrahmanyam
Summary: In this study, a S-TiO2 photocatalyst was synthesized and its performance was enhanced by coating with BiSbS3 and FeOOH. The resulting S-TiO2/BiSbS3/FeOOH photoelectrode exhibited excellent photocurrent density and solar-to-hydrogen efficiency, which was attributed to the synergetic effect of heterojunction and cocatalyst loading.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
R. Balamurugan, S. Siva Shalini, S. Velmathi, A. Chandra Bose
Summary: A novel nanosponge-like pristine Cu-MOF with excellent capacitance performance and structural features was synthesized. A hybrid supercapacitor device with high energy and power densities was fabricated, showing stable performance in long-term charge-discharge cycles.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
