Article
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
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Kaveri Ajravat, Shubham Rajput, Loveleen K. Brar
Summary: Nitrogen doped graphene (N-G) is a promising candidate for various sustainable future applications. In this study, N-G was synthesized using graphene oxide (GO) and urea, and characterized using multiple techniques. The synthesized samples exhibited excellent electrochemical supercapacitance performance, with DC400 sample showing the highest specific capacitance at a scan rate of 2 mV/s.
DIAMOND AND RELATED MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Nilufar Balighieh, Seyed Farshid Kashani-Bozorg, Mehdi Kheradmandfard, Mohammad Reza Barati
Summary: This study investigated a novel method using microwave irradiation to accelerate the production of pure Ak powders. The results showed that pure Ak powder can be obtained through microwave irradiation and subsequent heat treatment, and it exhibits good bioactivity and cytocompatibility, making it a promising material for bone tissue engineering applications.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Guili Ge, Lin Li, Dan Wang, Mingjian Chen, Zhaoyang Zeng, Wei Xiong, Xu Wu, Can Guo
Summary: Carbon dots (CDs) are a new type of carbon nanomaterial with unique physical and chemical properties, widely used in biological imaging and environmental monitoring. This review covers the preparation methods, modification methods, optical properties, and applications of CDs in biomedicine.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY B
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mehdi Kheradmandfard, Seyed Farshid Kashani-Bozorg, Mohammad Reza Barati, Sara Sarfarazijami
Summary: Microwave-assisted synthesis was used to successfully produce pure bredigite nanoparticles with excellent bioactivity and cell compatibility, making them suitable for biomedical applications.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
J. K. Radhakrishnan, M. Kumara, Geetika
Summary: The study reveals that microwave power has a direct impact on the characteristics of ZnO nanostructures, allowing for morphology changes by adjusting microwave power. The fast growth along the high energy polar faces of ZnO is the reason for the formation of one dimensional ZnO structures, while the formation of hollow ZnO rods is due to further etching/material removal from the tip of the rods under high microwave power conditions at long growth durations.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Egor M. Kostyukhin, Alexander L. Kustov, Nikolay V. Evdokimenko, Andrey I. Bazlov, Leonid M. Kustov
Summary: Lanthanum orthoferrite powders were synthesized via one-step hydrothermal reactions under mild conditions using microwave irradiation, resulting in nanocrystalline LaFeO(3) with a higher yield and reduced crystallite and particle size. The catalyst formed under microwave conditions showed enhanced activity in the decomposition of nitrous oxide compared to the catalyst prepared by conventional heating.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
S. M. Masoudpanah
Summary: Rod-like NiCo2O4 powders were synthesized using hydrothermal method and their structure and morphology were modified by adding PVP surfactant. The NiCo2O4 powders fabricated with PVP agent exhibited higher crystallinity and oxygen vacancies, resulting in improved microwave absorption performance. These findings are significant for the development of materials with efficient microwave absorption properties.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tomasz Strachowski, Ewa Grzanka, Jan Mizeracki, Adrian Chlanda, Magdalena Baran, Marcin Malek, Marlena Niedzialek
Summary: The drawback of the hydrothermal technique is the long operation time, which hinders its commercial application. To overcome this issue, microwaves can be implemented to improve the process kinetics and achieve pure-phase and homogeneous products. In this study, nanometric zinc aluminate particles with a spinel structure were successfully synthesized using a hydrothermal method and a microwave reactor, with grain sizes ranging from 6 to 8 nm.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hala M. Alkhalidi, Umber Zaman, Dilfaraz Khan, Khalil ur Rehman, Khalid I. Omar, Mohammed Alissa, Waleed Y. Rizg, Deena M. Bukhary, Ehab A. Abdelrahman, Moamen S. Refat, Amnah Mohammed Alsuhaibani, Hammad Fetooh
Summary: This study presents the eco-benign synthesis of acid protease mediated palladium nanoparticles using Melilotus indicus leaf extract. The synthesized nanoparticles show exceptional photocatalytic and biomedical activities, with notable ability in inhibiting the growth of bacteria, degrading dyes, and inhibiting breast cancer cells.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pawanpreet Kour, Deeksha, Kamlesh Yadav
Summary: Mixed-phase 1T/2H MoS2 has been synthesized via conventional hydrothermal (HT) and microwave-assisted hydrothermal (MHT) techniques, and their electrochemical performances were compared. The results show that MoS2 synthesized by the hydrothermal method exhibits superior electrochemical performance, including higher capacitance and higher capacitance retention.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lihua Wang, Zhiheng Li, Yingqian Wang, Mengyue Gao, Ting He, Yifang Zhan, Zhihao Li
Summary: Metal-organic framework (MOF) nanocomposites have attracted significant attention for biosensing and disease therapy applications due to their exceptional physiochemical properties. Surface ligands, acting as surfactant-like molecules, have been proven to modify the interfacial properties of nanomaterials and provide a powerful synthesis strategy for MOF nanocomposites. Moreover, surface ligands also play important roles in controlling the morphology and functionalization of MOF nanocomposites, greatly improving their performance in biomedical applications.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rodrigo Calvo, Isabel Rodriguez Mariblanca, Valerio Pini, Monica Dias, Virginia Cebrian, Andreas Thon, Asis Saad, Antonio Salvador-Matar, Oscar Ahumada, Miguel Manso Silvan, Aaron E. Saunders, Wentao Wang, Adonis Stassinopoulos
Summary: This paper focuses on the importance of multifunctional nanoparticles in biomedical applications and optimizing their fabrication methods. Special attention is given to size-dependent properties, biocompatibility, and challenges that may arise. Various novel methods for characterizing the magnetic gold particles are also discussed to ensure their quality and applicability.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gopalu Karunakaran, Eun-Bum Cho, Govindan Suresh Kumar, Evgeny Kolesnikov, Sudha Kattakgoundar Govindaraj, Kowsalya Mariyappan, Selvakumar Boobalan
Summary: This article presents a study on the synthesis of multifunctional nanostructures with enhanced biocompatibility and antibacterial applications. By using bio-waste Nodipecten nodosus scallop as a calcium source and employing a microwave hydrothermal method, mesoporous zinc-doped hydroxyapatite nanorods were successfully synthesized. The results demonstrate that mesoporous zinc-doped hydroxyapatite nanorods, especially with a concentration of 3, exhibit excellent antibacterial activity against Klebsiella pneumoniae and Bacillus subtilis.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ling Wang, Xiaofen Xu
Summary: Nd-Fe-B hard magnetic particles were successfully synthesized using an eco-friendly and simple microwave-assisted hydrothermal synthetic method. The synthesized particles demonstrated high coercivity and showed great potential for use in high-performance permanent magnets and high-energy density exchange-coupled nanocomposite magnets. Furthermore, this study provides valuable insights into the design and synthesis of magnetic materials based on rare earth elements.
Review
Rehabilitation
Yohali Burrola-Mendez, Sureshkumar Kamalakannan, Paula W. Rushton, Selsabil-A. Bouziane, Ed Giesbrecht, R. Lee Kirby, Rosemary J. Gowran, David F. Rusaw, Tomasz Tasiemski, Mary Goldberg, Marco Tofani, Jessica P. Pedersen, Jon Pearlman
Summary: This review summarized the research literature on wheelchair service provision education and found limited information on integrating wheelchair content into professional rehabilitation programs. It suggests prioritizing international partnerships, improving the quality and timeliness of training programs, and providing resources for educators to integrate wheelchair-related content.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION-ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nurfaten Hamzah, Kamarul Imran Musa, Muhammad Hibatullah Romli, Xin Wee Chen, Mohd Zulkifli Abdul Rahim, Jafri Malin Abdullah, Mohd Azmi Suliman, Mohd Ismail Ibrahim, Tengku Alina Tengku Ismail, Iliatha Papachristou Nadal, Suresh Kumar Kamalakannan
Summary: The study aimed to translate and validate the CAFU instrument into Malay and test its validity and reliability among informal stroke caregivers in Malaysia. The results showed that the Malay-CAFU questionnaire had good relevancy, satisfactory item-level CVI, and high internal consistency. Therefore, the Malay-CAFU questionnaire is a valid and reliable instrument to assess the dependence level of stroke survivors and the upset level of informal stroke caregivers in Malaysia.
Review
Crystallography
Madunuri Chandra Sekhar, Eshwarappa Veena, Nagasamudram Suresh Kumar, Kadiyala Chandra Babu Naidu, Allam Mallikarjuna, Dudekula Baba Basha
Summary: This paper provides a review on recent advancements in piezoelectric materials and their applications in various fields such as catalysis, energy harvesting, and sensors. It also discusses the limitations of piezoelectric materials.
CRYSTAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gopalu Karunakaran, Eun-Bum Cho, Govindan Suresh Kumar, Evgeny Kolesnikov, Sudha Kattakgoundar Govindaraj, Kowsalya Mariyappan, Selvakumar Boobalan
Summary: This article presents a study on the synthesis of multifunctional nanostructures with enhanced biocompatibility and antibacterial applications. By using bio-waste Nodipecten nodosus scallop as a calcium source and employing a microwave hydrothermal method, mesoporous zinc-doped hydroxyapatite nanorods were successfully synthesized. The results demonstrate that mesoporous zinc-doped hydroxyapatite nanorods, especially with a concentration of 3, exhibit excellent antibacterial activity against Klebsiella pneumoniae and Bacillus subtilis.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Sureshkumar Kamalakannan, Vijay Karunakaran, Ashwin Balaji, Aadi Sai Vijaykaran, Sivakumar Ramachandran, Ramakumar Nagarajan
Summary: ReWin, a digital therapeutics platform for stroke rehabilitation, was found to be feasible and acceptable in an Indian context through two phases of pilot testing. About 76% of participants used ReWin for more than half of the intervention period, and 90% of stroke care providers and 60% of stroke survivors and caregivers found the content of ReWin to be very relevant. Based on overall credibility, usability, and user-friendliness, 40% of stroke survivors and caregivers as well as 90% of stroke care providers rated the ReWin intervention as excellent.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Manisha Shrestha, Gopal Bhandari, M. Optom, Sureshkumar Kamalakannan, Gudlavalleti Venkata Satyanarayana Murthy, Suresh Kumar Rathi, Anirudh Gaurang Gudlavalleti, Varun Agiwal, Hira Pant, Binod Pandey, Ramesh Ghimire, Daman Ale, Sajani Kayastha, Rakshya Karki, Daya Shankar Chaudhary, Raghunandan Byanju
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of counseling and SMS/text messaging and phone calls to improve the follow-up rates among pediatric patients. The results showed that these interventions did not have a significant effect on improving the follow-up rate. However, the study provides useful insights for improving the follow-up rate among children with visual disabilities in Nepal and similar contexts.
JMIR PEDIATRICS AND PARENTING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Selvaraj Ranjith Priyan, Govindan Suresh Kumar, Srinivasan Surendhiran, Mohd. Shkir
Summary: In this study, spherical silica nanoparticles with tunable particle size and mesoporous properties were synthesized using rice husk as a low-cost silica source and polyethylene glycol (PEG) via microwave-assisted sol-gel synthesis. The results showed that changing the PEG concentration produced silica nanoparticles with different sizes and unique pore sizes and distributions. This approach provides a facile and cost-effective method to prepare mesoporous silica nanoparticles with controllable nanoscale characteristics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF APPLIED CERAMIC TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Gopalu Karunakaran, Kattakgoundar Govindaraj Sudha, Saheb Ali, Eun-Bum Cho
Summary: In the past few decades, nanomedicine has played a crucial role in the global healthcare industry. The use of biological methods to obtain nanoparticles has significant advantages in terms of non-toxicity and environmental friendliness, making them ideal for therapeutic applications. This review highlights the biomedical applications of nanoparticles and summarizes the recent research on the bio-mediated acquisition of novel nanoparticles.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Dhatchanamoorthi Indhira, Arumugam Aruna, Krishnamoorthy Manikandan, Mohammed F. Albeshr, Abdulwahed Fahad Alrefaei, Ramachandran Vinayagam, Arumugam Kathirvel, Selvaraj Ranjith Priyan, Govindan Suresh Kumar, Ramalingam Srinivasan
Summary: This study synthesized selenium nanoparticles using selenious acid and Elaeagnus indica leaf extract, demonstrating their aggregation and amorphous structure. The nanoparticles exhibited wide-spectrum antimicrobial activity and were effective in degrading methylene blue dye. The use of E. indica leaf extract for synthesis shows promise for producing selenium nanoparticles with potential applications in various fields.
Review
Rehabilitation
Tiago S. Jesus, Karthik Mani, Claudia von Zweck, Sutanuka Bhattacharjya, Sureshkumar Kamalakannan, Ritchard Ledgerd
Summary: To fulfill their societal role, occupational therapists need to exist in sufficient supply, be equitably distributed, and meet competency standards. However, worldwide occupational therapy workforce research is scant and inequitably distributed, uses suboptimal methods, and is underfunded. Concerted efforts are needed to strengthen occupational therapy workforce research.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
G. Velmurugan, Jasgurpreet Singh Chohan, S. A. Muhammed Abraar, R. Sathish, S. Senthil Murugan, M. Nagaraj, S. Suresh Kumar, V. Siva Shankar, D. Elil Raja
Summary: Natural fibre-based nanocomposite is a revolutionary material with excellent strength-to-weight ratio and lightweight, widely used in construction and dynamic industries. This study investigated the effects of silicon nanoparticles on the moisture absorption, mechanical properties, flammability, and dynamic mechanical behavior of PP/jute fibre composites. The results showed that increasing the weight of SiO2 nanoparticles improved the modulus of elasticity, tension strength, and elongation at breakage of the composites. The addition of SiO2 nanoparticles also enhanced the fire characteristics and dynamic mechanical behavior. However, the dispersion of SiO2 nanoparticles in the composites needs to be improved.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nabanita Pal, Debabrata Chakraborty, Eun-Bum Cho, Jeong Gil Seo
Summary: Nanoscopic materials play a versatile role in various emerging research fields. Due to their controllable particle size, diverse forms and morphologies, high surface area, and involvement of transition and non-transition metals, nanomaterials have become one of the most important areas of advanced research. By introducing porosity, nanomaterials have shown more promise than their bulk counterparts in catalysis, biomedicine, drug delivery, and other areas. This review aims to compile a set of papers on new synthesis methods and versatile applications of porous nanomaterials to provide an overview of current state-of-the-art research, particularly in catalysis and sensor area.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sumedha M. Amaraweera, Chamila A. Gunathilake, Oneesha H. P. Gunawardene, Rohan S. Dassanayake, Eun-Bum Cho, Yanhai Du
Summary: CO2 emissions have increased significantly in recent decades, leading to global warming and climate change. Anthropogenic activities have caused a 50% increase in atmospheric CO2 in less than 200 years, resulting in more frequent and severe climate events such as rainfall, floods, droughts, heat waves, and rising sea levels. Among various CO2 mitigation approaches, porous silica materials have emerged as promising candidates for CO2 capture technologies due to their unique properties and low cost.