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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zhengfeng Ma, Yizhe Liu, Kai Feng, Jianteng Wei, Jianxi Liu, Yang Wu, Xiaowei Pei, Bo Yu, Meirong Cai, Feng Zhou
Summary: A brush-like amphiphilic copolymer coating was synthesized to exhibit various functions in different environments, such as antifogging, self-cleaning, antibacterial, and low friction properties, which shows important application prospects in the field of optical lenses.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zhengfeng Ma, Yizhe Liu, Kai Feng, Jianteng Wei, Jianxi Liu, Yang Wu, Xiaowei Pei, Bo Yu, Meirong Cai, Feng Zhou
Summary: In this study, a brush-like amphiphilic copolymer was synthesized to construct an environment-adaptive multifunctional coating. The coating exhibited various functions depending on the surrounding environment, such as antifogging, underwater oleophobicity, self-cleaning, antibacterial properties, triboelectric resistance, and super lubrication in water-rich surroundings, and low friction coefficient and antioil properties in dry air surroundings. This research presents a strategy for the construction of environment-adaptive coatings with important application prospects in the field of optical lenses.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
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Polymer Science
Miklos Berczeli, Zoltan Weltsch
Summary: The study investigated the effects of plasma treatment on the surface properties and bonding strength of High Impact PolyStyrene, exploring the effects of different treatment parameters. The atmospheric pressure of air operation plasma surface treatment can improve the wetting properties of materials, thereby affecting the bonding strength.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Weifeng Lin, Jacob Klein
Summary: Healthy articular cartilage has very low friction coefficients, which help reduce wear and tear and cartilage degradation, maintaining the balance of chondrocyte functions. Investigating the origins of low friction in articular cartilage is crucial for alleviating disease symptoms and slowing or reversing the degradation process. Recent studies have focused on the mechanisms of joint lubrication and the development of natural and bio-inspired lubricants.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Zhoukun He, Linpeng Mu, Na Wang, Jie Su, Zhuo Wang, Mingdong Luo, Chunle Zhang, Guangwen Li, Xiaorong Lan
Summary: Bioinspired slippery surfaces (BSSs) have attracted attention for their antifouling, drag reduction, and self-cleaning properties. This review categorizes BSSs into four types and thoroughly discusses slippery liquid-infused surfaces (SLISs) in terms of design, fabrication principles, and their applicability to other types of BSS. Additionally, it covers BSS fabrication methods, smart BSS systems, antifouling applications, limitations, and future research directions.
ADVANCES IN COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Dagui Wang, Jinglong Yang, Junchang Guo, Zhijuan Duan, Deihui Wang, Fan Xia, Fei Deng, Xu Deng
Summary: Liquid-like polymer lubricating surfaces (LPLSs) are solid substrates with highly flexible polymer chains grafted via covalent bonds, which enables them to have ultralow contact-angle hysteresis, repellency of various liquids and bulk ice, and stability. LPLSs have potential applications in liquid motion, biological detection, and environmental protection.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shravanya Gundu, Ajay Kumar Sahi, Pooja Kumari, Niraj K. Vishwakarma, Sanjeev Kumar Mahto
Summary: Oil spillage has caused significant damages to public health and the environment, driving the exploration of sorbent materials for oil-water separation. This study proposes luffa cylindrica-polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) composite forms as effective sorbents for removing oil spills and hazardous components. The results demonstrate the potential of these scaffolds in environmental remediation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
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Chemistry, Physical
Hizb Ullah Sajid, Ravi Kiran
Summary: The wetting behavior of steel surfaces can be improved by treating them with different types and concentrations of RTILs, making them more wettable by water and non-polar liquids. The water contact angle decreases with time elapsed, while the contact angle for non-polar liquids remains relatively unchanged within a specific time frame. The surface free energy of RTIL-treated steel surfaces increases, making them more prone to wetting by liquids.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2021)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Peter T. M. Albers, Jozua Laven, Leendert G. J. van der Ven, Rolf A. T. M. van Benthem, Gijsbertus de With, A. Catarina C. Esteves
Summary: This study measured the macroscopic friction behavior of water-swollen cross-linked poly(ethylene glycol)-based polyurethane coatings against a glass counter surface with varying PEG precursor mass. Experimental data was used to accurately calculate the molar mass between cross-links M-c and estimate the coating mesh size xi. The obtained friction, swelling, and indentation data were used to deduce an empirical model for the quantitative description of the aqueous friction behavior of these coatings depending on the mesh size and sliding velocity.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2021)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Anustup Chakraborty, Narayana R. Gottumukkala, Mool C. Gupta
Summary: This paper describes a one-step, low-cost method to induce superhydrophobicity by pulsed laser deposition of laser-ablated PDMS micro/nanoparticles, which is applicable to a variety of surfaces. The technique has been successfully demonstrated on glass, PMMA, and aluminum, achieving water contact angles greater than 150° and roll-off angles less than 3°. Furthermore, this method can be used to make micron-scale patterned superhydrophobic PDMS surfaces, with potential applications in microfluidic microchannels and optical devices.
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Polymer Science
Yichuan Zhang, Hanqi Zhang, Mingming Guo, Joel De Coninck, David Seveno
Summary: In this study, the reactive wetting dynamics of molten maleic anhydride-grafted polypropylene (MA-g-PP) liquids were modeled using molecular-kinetic theory (MKT). The dependencies of contact line friction (zeta) and viscosity (eta) were compared for reactive and nonreactive wetting polymer systems. The reactive wetting system showed a nonlinear relationship, unlike the linear dependencies observed in nonreactive wetting systems. The formation of a new interface and entanglements of polymer chains in the chemistry-affected regime contribute to the dependence of zeta on eta in the capillary regime.
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Chemistry, Physical
Valentina Krylova, Nijole Dukstiene, Martynas Lelis, Simona Tuckute
Summary: The study demonstrates that thermo-chemical treatment can effectively enhance the hydrophilicity of PES/PVC textile surfaces, and the surface modifications can be confirmed through various analytical techniques.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2021)
Editorial Material
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Peter Gregorcic
Summary: Experimental results show that controlled contamination is crucial for consistent surface wettability alterations after low-temperature annealing. Analysis reveals that contamination with hydrophobic PDMS may arise from the furnace, resulting in water repellency on the surface. Annealing in a contaminant-free furnace preserves initial superhydrophilicity, while annealing in a contaminated furnace leads to different wettability transitions.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
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Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Zhenhua Wu, Yike Li, Congcan Shi, Zhongjiu Lu, Bin Su
Summary: We present a universal method for preparing intrinsic superhydrophobic objects of diverse polymeric materials via selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printing technology. The method involves layer-by-layer sintering of polymeric powders and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) grains following programmed digital models. The printed objects exhibit excellent anti-wetting capability and wear resistance, making them suitable for practical applications in harsh environments. This work demonstrates the universality of the method for various polymer-PTFE composite systems and contributes to the development of 3D printing functional materials.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dragos Astanei, Radu Burlica, Daniel-Eusebiu Cretu, Marius Olariu, Iuliana Stoica, Oana Beniuga
Summary: This study investigates the properties of polymeric films after being treated with DBD plasma in atmospheric conditions. Results show that the surface wettability and adhesion forces of the films are influenced by the treatment time, with the effects gradually degrading over time. Additionally, the plasma treatment causes morphological changes on the film surfaces, resulting in increased surface roughness.
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Biophysics
Cristina Potrich, Anna Pedrotti, Cecilia Pederzolli, Lorenzo Lunelli
Summary: This study developed different functional surfaces for capturing exosomes and verified their effectiveness through experiments. Among them, the negatively-charged surface performed the best, capturing a large number of exosomes and successfully analyzing their biomarkers.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Brojendra Nath Saren, Srushti Mahajan, Mayur Aalhate, Rahul Kumar, Essha Chatterjee, Indrani Maji, Ujala Gupta, Santosh Kumar Guru, Pankaj Kumar Singh
Summary: This study developed P-selectin-targeted dasatinib nanoparticles coated with chitosan and fucoidan (DST-CH-FUC-NPs), which showed sustained release, reduced hemolytic potential, increased cytotoxicity and cellular uptake compared to free dasatinib. These nanoparticles also demonstrated enhanced ROS production, mitochondrial membrane potential damage, apoptosis induction, cell migration inhibition, and disruption of lysosomal membrane integrity.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Weiping Deng, Xiaohui Li, Ya Li, Zhongbing Huang, Yulin Wang, Ning Mu, Juan Wang, Tunan Chen, Ximing Pu, Guangfu Yin, Hua Feng
Summary: This study demonstrates the importance of chirality in nerve repair by constructing a GO-phenylalanine derivative hydrogel system. In vivo experiments show that the dextro group significantly improves functional recovery and histological restoration in rat sciatic nerve repair models. The doped GO promotes angiogenesis and myelination. These results suggest that chirality plays a crucial role in promoting nerve regeneration.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Xiaoyan Wang, Jin Gao, Yu Gao, Linlin Zhang, Congchao Xu, Qintong Li, Lin Li, Jianliang Xue
Summary: In this study, a highly effective surfactant producer strain, Bacillus Cereus GX7, was isolated from the oil tank bottom sludge of Shengli Oil Field in China. The biosurfactant produced by GX7 was identified as surfactin, a lipopeptide surfactant, through TLC, FT-IR, and LC-MS/MS analysis. The fermentation process of GX7 was optimized using single-factor experiments, focusing on the composition of fermentation medium and fermentation conditions. Glucose and peptone were found to be the best carbon and nitrogen sources, and the optimum temperature, inoculum amount, pH, rotation speed, and fermentation time for the strain were determined to be 30°C, 1%, 7.5, 150 rpm, and 48 h, respectively. After optimization, the surface tension and emulsification index of the fermentation broth were 26.84 mN/m and 57.84%, respectively. Furthermore, the biosurfactant produced by GX7 demonstrated good stability over a wide range of temperature, pH, and salt concentration.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Rodney Marcelo do Nascimento, Christine Grauby-Heywang, Houssem Kahli, Nesrine Debez, Laure Beven, Ivan Helmuth Bechtold, Touria Cohen Bouhacina
Summary: This article presents a theoretical model based on thermodynamic rules to assess the early stages of bacterial biofilm formation on different material surfaces. By utilizing morphological characteristics of bacteria and Atomic Force Microscopy images, the model generates a dataset of energetically minimized states, which can be correlated with bacterial adhesion states.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Filipa A. L. S. Silva, Licinia Timochenco, Raquel Costa-Almeida, Jose Ramiro Fernandes, Susana G. Santos, Fernao D. Magalhaes, Artur M. Pinto
Summary: The study demonstrates that by photoreducing nanosized graphene oxide using ultraviolet radiation, nanometric particles with high light-to-heat conversion efficiency and water stability can be obtained. These nanomaterials exhibit high absorption in the near-infrared region and show no cytotoxicity towards human cells, indicating their potential for safe therapy.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
D. Costa, V. De Matteis, F. Treso, G. Montani, M. Martino, R. Rinaldi, M. Corrado, M. Cascione
Summary: This review primarily discusses the relationship between contact lens discomfort (CLD) and the surface properties of contact lenses (CLs), specifically the coefficient of friction (CoF). The review emphasizes the importance of introducing a standardized protocol for measuring CoF and calls for a more precise evaluation of the relationship between surface properties and comfort in CLs users.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Debdip Brahma, Tamal Sarkar, Rupal Kaushik, Akshay Narayan Sarangi, Amar Nath Gupta
Summary: This in-vitro study evaluates the effect of reactive oxygen species (ROS) on the structural rearrangement of elastin. The results show that oxidative stress leads to a decrease in protein size and changes in secondary structure, potentially promoting protein aggregation. This study is important for therapeutics aiming to prevent elastin degradation and aging.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Xin Yang, Qiang Wang, Chaoxi Yan, Degang Huang, Yinchang Zhang, Huazheng He, Shouliang Xiong, Congming Li, Pingbo Chen, Tingjun Ye, Dan Hu, Lei Wang
Summary: This study presents a practical and effective strategy to improve osseointegration in patients with osteoporosis. By coating titanium implants with polydopamine followed by strontium modification, the bi-functional implants promote bone regeneration and immune regulation. The results show good biocompatibility, sustained release of strontium ions, and stable osseointegration between bone tissues and implants.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Sengwang Fu, Jianping Zhu, Zhijun Jiang, Yue Cao, Yufei Chen, Lihao Zhang, Sunlong Li, Weipeng Lu, Chengbin Miao, Qing He, Qi Li, Weixing Zhang, Lehao Ren, Yachun Li, Hongchao Shi, Cihui Liu
Summary: Effective management of biofluids is crucial for in vivo surgical interventions. Recent advances include self-sealing needles, drug-eluting stents, and shear-thinning hydrogels. However, complications associated with intestinal mucosal injury and secondary damage still persist. In this study, researchers developed an interpenetrating Janus wettability stent coating that enables unidirectional draining of excessive biofluid. They also demonstrated directional biofluid movement using a self-pumping dressing with potential applications in biofluid collection and disease diagnosis through metal ion detection. This integrated system presents an opportunity for designing wound dressings with effective biofluid management and metal ion detection capabilities.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Maryam Hassani, Mojtaba Kamankesh, Mazda Rad-Malekshahi, Kobra Rostamizadeh, Farhad Rezaee, Ismaeil Haririan, Seyed Mojtaba Daghighi
Summary: Bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation on the surface of biomaterial implants is a critical problem, and a polymer brush coating with antiadhesive and antimicrobial properties has proven to be highly effective in resolving this issue.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Huaihong Zhang, Na Liu, Yuting Zhang, Hui Cang, Zhaosheng Cai, Ziqun Huang, Jun Li
Summary: A functionalized cationic polymer, CR-PQAC, was designed and synthesized for photothermal enhanced antimicrobial therapy. The CR-PQAC nanoparticles exhibited significant antibacterial activity and low cytotoxicity against mammalian cells.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Ipsita Sahu, Priyadarshi Chakraborty
Summary: Peptide nanotechnology bridges the gap between materials and biological worlds by utilizing self-assembly of short-peptide building blocks. Hydrogels engineered from these short peptides show great potential in biomedical applications, but their weak mechanical properties and limited functional diversity need to be addressed. Nanoengineering the networks of these hydrogels by incorporating small molecules, polymers, and inorganic/carbon nanomaterials can enhance their mechanical properties and expand their functional diversity.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Hao Wei, Yajun Gu, Ao Li, Panpan Song, Dingding Liu, Feihu Sun, Xiaofeng Ma, Xiaoyun Qian
Summary: In this study, a stable three-dimensional conductive hydrogel was prepared by cross-linking MXenes to Matrigel hydrogel. The conductive hydrogel promotes the proliferation and differentiation of NSCs, providing new strategies for neural tissue engineering.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Yue Zhong, Xiaoli Ge, Juan Zhang, Qun Wei, Feng Wang, Yongke Zhong
Summary: The effect of oxygenic groups on the hemocompatibility of activated carbon was studied through liquid-phase oxidation and subsequent heat treatment. Results showed that the presence of oxygenic groups improved hemocompatibility, while their removal decreased it.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
