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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Behnaz Mehravani, Ana Isabel Ribeiro, Uros Cvelbar, Jorge Padrao, Andrea Zille
Summary: This study demonstrates the successful in situ synthesis of copper nanoparticles on PET fabric using a one-step method. Surface functionalization of PET with DBD plasma improves the adhesion of copper nanoparticles. The size of copper nanoparticles is smaller in alkaline medium and exhibits strong antibacterial efficacy.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2022)
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Engineering, Environmental
Saurabh Sharma, Kuldeep Kumar, Naveen Thakur, Suvarcha Chauhan, Mohinder Singh Chauhan
Summary: In this study, CuO nanoparticles were successfully synthesized using a sustainable Ocimum tenuiflorum green route and evaluated for their photocatalytic and antibacterial activities. Characterization of the nanoparticles revealed excellent antibacterial properties and efficient photocatalytic degradation of methyl orange dye.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Asem A. Mohamed, Mohammed Abu-Elghait, Nehad E. Ahmed, Salem S. Salem
Summary: This study demonstrated the mycogenic synthesis of medically applied zinc oxide and copper oxide nanoparticles. The nanoparticles showed high antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities, suggesting their potential for medical applications in limiting the spread of pathogenic microbes.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2021)
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Chemistry, Organic
Sravani Sana, Sowmya Dastari, Dannarm Srinivas Reddy, Ramya Tokala, Manda Sathish, Rajesh Sonti, Nagula Shankaraiah
Summary: A sustainable protocol using a photoredox-mediated dual catalytic copper/ruthenium system has been developed for the construction of unsymmetrical diarylamines. This approach allows for the easy access to medicinally relevant amines by sequentially arylating ammonia with various (hetero)aryl bromides. The resulting mono-arylated amines can undergo a copper-mediated cross-coupling with aryl boronic acids, enabling the synthesis of the tyrosine kinase inhibitor Imatinib in an eco-friendly manner.
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jiamin Wu, Yingji Wu, Yan Yuan, Changlei Xia, Mythili Saravanan, Sabarathinam Shanmugam, Amal Sabour, Maha Alshiekheid, Kathirvel Brindhadevi, Nguyen Thuy Lan Chi, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: In this study, copper oxide nanoparticles were synthesized using Turnera subulata leaf extract and their antibacterial and photocatalytic activities were evaluated. The nanoparticles showed promising results in inhibiting the growth of Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus on cotton fabrics, as well as in the degradation of dyes in wastewater.
FOOD AND CHEMICAL TOXICOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Guibin Lin, Chenhui Zhao, Wenqiang Liao, Jianmin Yang, Yunquan Zheng
Summary: Rubropunctatin-functionalized silver nanoparticles (R-AgNPs) were successfully synthesized using rubropunctatin as the reducing and blocking agent. R-AgNPs exhibited excellent stability and strong antibacterial activity, with the mechanism of antibacterial action being the destruction of bacterial cell membrane. The cytotoxicity of R-AgNPs was lower than that of commercial silver nanoparticles.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Danni Feng, Renyin Zhang, Mengting Zhang, Ashe Fang, Feng Shi
Summary: In this study, silver nanoparticles were synthesized using glycyrrhizin as a reducing agent and stabilizer. The synthesized nanoparticles showed high antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, and low cytotoxicity to human kidney epithelial cells. The results suggest that glycyrrhizin-reduced silver nanoparticles have potential applications in antibacterial treatments.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Imane Adraoui, Rachid Mamouni, Nabil Saffaj, Fouad Achemchem
Summary: This study reports the ecological synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using saffron (Crocus sativus L) leave waste extract. The properties of the green-synthesized ZnO nanoparticles were evaluated using SEM and XRD. The results showed that the synthesized ZnO NPs had photocatalytic activity for the degradation of Methyl Orange dye and exhibited antibacterial activity against three pathogenic bacteria after interacting with phenolic compounds from saffron extract. Therefore, the green synthesis of ZnO NPs can be applied in pollution control and is a breakthrough in the development of environmentally friendly, low-cost, energy-efficient, sustainable, and innovative nanostructured materials.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Chao Ling, Lamei Guo
Summary: This study investigated a two-step method for preparing cotton fabrics with flame retardancy and UV-blocking properties through the in situ deposition of ZnO nanoparticles and the synthesis of a phosphorus ammonium salt. The treated cotton fabrics showed excellent flame retardancy, washability, and UV-protection performance, with ZnO NPs playing a key role in enhancing these properties. Scanning electron microscopy and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy were used to analyze the treated fabrics, confirming the success of the method.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Qian Wu, Xiangmei Liu, Bo Li, Lei Tan, Yong Han, Zhaoyang Li, Yanqin Liang, Zhenduo Cui, Shengli Zhu, Shuilin Wu, Yufeng Zheng
Summary: Pathogens pose a serious threat to environmental sanitation and public health. The red phosphorus nanoparticles (RPNPs) developed in this study exhibit high efficiency in killing bacteria, excellent photocatalytic and photothermal abilities, degradability, and non-toxicity to cells, making them a promising option for environmentally friendly disinfection.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Lumsangkul Chompunut, Tapingkae Wanaporn, Wongchai Anupong, Mathiyazhagan Narayanan, Maha Alshiekheid, Amal Sabour, Indira Karuppusamy, Nguyen Thuy Lan Chi, Rajasree Shanmuganathan
Summary: This study investigated the potential of using Cynodon dactylon aqueous leaf extract to synthesize copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) and their antibacterial and dye degrading capabilities. The results showed that the green synthesized CuNPs exhibited significant antibacterial and dye degrading potentials.
FOOD AND CHEMICAL TOXICOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wei Cheng, Wenjing Liu, Ping Wang, Man Zhou, Li Cui, Qiang Wang, Yuanyuan Yu
Summary: The study demonstrates that the self-assembled amino-quinone network coatings, formed by combining polyamine biomolecules with dopamine quinone, provide antibacterial and UV protection to cotton fabrics, with good resistance to washing and mechanical abrasion. The environmentally friendly approach of using these multifunctional coatings has significant implications for the development of bio-based materials.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tooba Ali, Muhammad Najam-ul-Haq, Abrar Mohyuddin, Syed Ghulam Musharraf, Dilshad Hussain
Summary: Textiles are essential for people in all walks of life. The development of functional textiles using nanomaterials has gained tremendous attention due to the demand for multifunctional nanotextiles in the fashion industry. These textiles offer various functionalities such as UV blocking, wrinkle resistance, flame retardancy, antimicrobial properties, self-cleaning ability, and tissue regeneration ability without compromising comfort and flexibility. The study also focuses on market demand, challenges, and future potential and perspectives.
SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Veerender Sharma, S. Wazed Ali
Summary: 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde (P-vanillin) is a small organic molecule that has been extensively explored in various fields due to its safe and exceptional properties. However, its use in textiles is limited by its smaller size, which leads to leaching. In this study, different metal ions such as copper, iron, and zinc were used to integrate vanillin into cotton textiles, resulting in durable functional textiles with desirable properties such as antimicrobial activity and UV protection.
JOURNAL OF INORGANIC AND ORGANOMETALLIC POLYMERS AND MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Md. Moulana Kareem, Mr. Hari Babu, G. Vijaya Lakshmi
Summary: An eco-friendly method was used to synthesize Nickel nanoparticles using Polyphenolic rich Terminalia Chebula fruit extract. The synthesized nanoparticles showed mono-dispersed nature and spherical shape with an average size of 15.6nm. The biosynthesized Ni nanoparticles exhibited catalytic, antioxidant, antibacterial, and anticancer activities.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Aida Fadakar Sarkandi, Majid Montazer, Tina Harifi, Mahnaz Mahmoudi Rad
Summary: In this study, an innovative in situ green strategy using green tea as a substrate for the fermentation of Acetobacter xylinum bacteria and a reducing agent for the in situ synthesis of silver nanoparticles was applied to prepare bacterial cellulose/silver nanocomposites. Characterization tests including FESEM, XRD, UV-vis spectroscopy, etc. showed excellent antibacterial activities of the prepared bio-cellulose/silver nanocomposites, making them potential candidates for future wound healing applications.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Mohammad Ali Norouzi, Majid Montazer, Tina Harifi, Pegah Karimi
Summary: PVA nanofibers incorporated with ZnO nanoparticles were successfully fabricated and characterized by various analysis techniques, demonstrating good dispersion and antibacterial properties of the nanoparticles. In vivo experiments further proved the accelerated wound healing properties of PVA/ZnO composite nanofibers.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Razieh Aladpoosh, Majid Montazer
Summary: In this study, cotton fabric was functionalized with a hybrid coating of 2D Mg-Al LDH and SA through urea hydrolysis method. The resulting superhydrophobic surface structure, inspired by taro leaf structure, exhibited efficient oil/water separation performance and good stain resistance even after multiple washes. Additionally, the treated cotton showed excellent physico-mechanical properties.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Nafiseh Hedayati, Majid Montazer, Mahnaz Mahmoudirad, Tayebeh Toliyat
Summary: The synthesis of Ag NPs on beta-CD/KZ amplifies both antifungal and antibacterial efficiencies, showing excellent antimicrobial activities suitable for medical applications and products designed for sensitive skin.
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Reihane Rezaee, Majid Montazer, Ali Mianehro, Mahnaz Mahmoudirad
Summary: Enhancing the effectiveness of curative herbal extracts through novel drug delivery systems is a current research focus. Zr-MOF was synthesized into wool fabric, resulting in improved wash durability and increased absorption capacity. After loading SO and CO extracts, the fabrics exhibited 100% antibacterial activity, with differences in biocompatibility with human skin.
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Maryam Razmkhah, Majid Montazer, Ali Bashiri Rezaie, Mahnaz Mahmoudi Rad
Summary: The research presented a simple technique for wool coloration using selenium nanoparticles without the use of additional chemicals, demonstrating photo-active ability to discolor dyeing effluent and low-toxic colorant. The selenium nanoparticles also showed enhanced UV-protecting performance, photocatalytic activity, and tensile strength of the fabric.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL AND ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Faezeh Tajik, Niloofar Eslahi, Abosaeed Rashidi, Mahnaz Mahmoudi Rad
Summary: In this study, hybrid hydrogels were fabricated using a mixture of PVP and keratin with the addition of hydrogen peroxide for crosslinking. The optimal sample had a PVP:keratin ratio of 3:1 and exhibited good antibacterial properties when herbal lavender extract was incorporated. The release profile of the extract demonstrated a diffusion mechanism, and the hydrogels showed potential applications in wound dressing with their effective antibacterial properties against gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.
JOURNAL OF POLYMER RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Pegah Saraf, Mahdieh Abdollahi Movaghar, Majid Montazer, Mahnaz Mahmoudi Rad
Summary: A starch hydrogel nanocomposite and superabsorbent cotton fabric were successfully synthesized and characterized in this study, showing high water absorption and antibacterial properties, making them suitable candidates for applications in agriculture, medical, textile engineering, and water treatment.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Aida Fadakar Sarkandi, Majid Montazer, Mahnaz Mahmoudi Rad
Summary: The study introduced a functionalized naturally driven hydrogel layer with oxygen delivery, safe antimicrobial properties, and prolonged drying time. The treated layers showed increased porosity and longer release time of oxygen, along with antibacterial, antifungal, and excellent wound healing properties. This approach is effective for efficient wound healing.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Vahid Shakeri Siavashani, Gursoy Nevin, Majid Montazer, Pelin Altay
Summary: This research introduces a method for fabricating a stretchable highly conductive cotton/lycra knitted fabric, enhancing conductivity through surface treatment and coating with different chemicals. Further analysis confirmed the superiority of the coating layer and showed penetration of silver particles inside fibers, leading to improved adhesion and stability of the coating.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL TEXTILES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Vahid Babaahmadi, Majid Montazer
Summary: The study presents a novel method to produce an efficient rGO-Sn(2+)doped-SnO2-Ag ternary nanocomposite on PET fabric through in-situ low-temperature redox reactions, demonstrating strong photocatalytic activity under daylight, especially enhanced by the presence of rGO and Ag. The sample with 10% Ag showed the most satisfactory photocatalytic activity, indicating great potential for visible light photocatalyst nanostructure production.
JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY A-CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Elnaz Ahani, Majid Montazer, Ali Mianehro, Nasrin Samadi, Tayebeh Toliyat, Mahnaz Mahmoudi Rad
Summary: A novel method for controlled release of PHMB is introduced by encapsulating it into cationic liposomes and permeating them into wool. The prepared wound dressings showed highly sustained release for days, and subsequently exhibited long-term perfect antibacterial activity and biocompatibility.SEM images confirmed the successful transmission of cationic-liposome-encapsulated PHMB into the wool.
REACTIVE & FUNCTIONAL POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Mohammad Reza Nematollahi, Majid Montazer, Ali Mianehro
Summary: A facile industrially applicable method is introduced for preparation of starch-copper ferrite hydrogel on cotton fabric, leading to the successful synthesis of a nanocomposite with magnetic properties and improved absorption capacity through optimization and characterization.
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Ali Sadeghianmaryan, Dara Zarbaf, Majid Montazer, Mahnaz MahmoudiRad
Summary: This study presents a green and simple method for synthesizing clay/silver nanocomposite on denim fabric that can instantly discolor the garment and exhibit antibacterial effects, with results confirming dye removal and antibacterial properties of the synthesized material.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
