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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bastian Haehnle, Philipp A. Schuster, Lisa Chen, Alexander J. C. Kuehne
Summary: A synthetic toolbox has been developed to create monodisperse core-shell and core-shell-shell particles composed entirely of different types of conjugated polymers. Seeded and fed-batch dispersion polymerizations based on Suzuki-Miyaura-type cross-coupling allow precise control over the interface between conjugated polymer phases, facilitating control over energy transfer phenomena. This new approach offers synthetic freedom for fine-tuning the optical properties of CPP, potentially enabling the synthesis of individual white light-emitting particles.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tom A. J. Welling, Kanako Watanabe, Albert Grau-Carbonell, Joost de Graaf, Daisuke Nagao, Arnout Imhof, Marijn A. van Huis, Alfons van Blaaderen
Summary: The core position of yolk-shell or rattle-type particles can be tuned by adding salt in dilute solutions, and the stability of core-shell interactions is affected by salt concentration and the use of deionized water. The liquid-cell electron microscopy technique provides high spatial resolution for studying nanoparticle interactions, making rattle particles a powerful experimental model system.
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Materials Science, Composites
Peiyao He, Jie Zhang, Ying Xiong, Guangsheng Shi, Jiang Li
Summary: In this study, core-shell CB@ACR nanocomposites were prepared using a solvent-free mechanochemical approach to improve the impedance mismatch characteristics and enhance the absorption performance of CB. The ACR shell effectively coated the surface of CB, resulting in a stronger, wider, and thinner microwave absorption performance.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Giovanni Marco Saladino, Ronak Kakadiya, Shaquib Rahman Ansari, Alexandra Teleki, Muhammet Sadaka Toprak
Summary: Superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) play a dominant role in various biomedical applications, including magnetic separation, drug delivery, diagnostics, and hyperthermia treatments. In this study, superparamagnetic nanoclusters (SP-NCs) with high unit magnetization and diameters up to 400 nm were synthesized using conventional or microwave-assisted solvothermal methods. The choice of synthesis route and capping agent significantly influenced the particle size, SP-NC size, surface chemistry, and magnetic properties. The SP-NCs were then coated with a silica shell doped with a fluorophore to provide fluorescence properties and high stability. The heating efficiency studies demonstrated the potential of these synthesized SP-NCs in hyperthermia treatment. The enhanced magnetically-active content, fluorescence, magnetic property, and heating efficiency of SP-NCs offer promising opportunities for biomedical applications.
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xiaomin Zhang, Zihao Wei, Yuanjing Sun, Tian Luo, Changhu Xue
Summary: This study designed hordein/pectin nanoparticles as a colon-specific delivery system for quercetin. The results showed that the quercetin-loaded hordein/pectin nanoparticles exhibited better colloidal stability and pectin coating restrained the premature release of quercetin. In vitro and in vivo release studies demonstrated that quercetin was greatly released from the hordein/pectin nanoparticles in simulated colonic fluid and the concentration of quercetin in colon tissue was higher compared to hordein nanoparticles. These findings suggest that hordein/pectin nanoparticles have promising applications in specific delivery and release of quercetin to the colon.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Maria Antonieta Ramirez-Morales, Anastasia E. Goldt, Polina M. Kalachikova, Javier A. B. Ramirez, Masashi Suzuki, Alexey N. Zhigach, Asma Ben Salah, Liliya Shurygina, Sergey D. Shandakov, Timofei Zatsepin, Dmitry Krasnikov, Toru Maekawa, Evgeny N. Nikolaev, Albert G. Nasibulin
Summary: Carbon-encapsulated iron nanoparticles with a mean diameter of 15 nm were synthesized using a gas-phase reaction at high temperatures. The nanoparticles were stabilized with a coating and showed high specific absorption rate (SAR), making them suitable for magnetic hyperthermia therapy.
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Materials Science, Composites
Mengxiao Sun, Ziming Xiong, Zhongwei Zhang, Chaochan Chen, Long Qin, Derong Wang, Fan Wu, Panbo Liu
Summary: This research proposes a competition optimization strategy to fabricate multiphase core-shell hetero-interfaces and enhance microwave absorption performance. Fractured Ag particles are encapsulated into 1D N-doped carbon networks and magnetic Co nanoparticles are wrapped by N-doped carbon shells to achieve the construction of multiphase core-shell hetero-interfaces. The obtained composites exhibit promoted impedance characteristics and overwhelming microwave absorption.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Saisai Yan, Panpan Sun, Niu Niu, Zhijun Zhang, Weilin Xu, Siyi Zhao, Lei Wang, Dong Wang, Ben Zhong Tang
Summary: In this study, an organosilica nanosystem activated by the acidic tumor microenvironment was constructed to accurately distinguish cancer cells and achieve efficient tumor diagnosis and treatment through multiple therapeutic mechanisms.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pengfei Chen, Shun Yao, Dongmei Zheng, Zhiyuan Xu, Jinling Yu, Tingting Liang
Summary: A temperature-sensitive magnetic composite with good affinity to papain was successfully prepared, showing high adsorption capacity and recyclability. The composite could thermally protect papain and maintain its activity during adsorption and elution processes.
Article
Optics
Nicola Pellizzi, Alfredo Mazzulla, Pasquale Pagliusi, Gabriella Cipparrone
Summary: The development of efficient and cost-effective micromachines is a challenge for applied and fundamental science. The rotational dynamics of core-shell particles with specific architecture when irradiated by light has been studied, providing important insights for optimizing the design of light controlled micro-objects.
PHOTONICS RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Anchal Yadav, Bart Follink, Alison M. Funston
Summary: This article presents a generalized synthetic procedure for hybrid nanoparticles, which allows for different product orientations by simply changing the metal anion under the same experimental conditions. Various hybrid nanoparticles have been successfully synthesized using this method, highlighting its versatility and translatability across different materials. Insight into the growth mechanism of different morphologies paves the way for the rational and generalized synthesis of hybrid nanoparticles.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Stephanie Fulaz, Carolina Scachetti, Ljubica Tasic
Summary: The study focuses on the development of a nanomaterial capable of selectively capturing sucrose, aiming to produce low-calorie fruit juices. The results demonstrate that the nanomaterial effectively captures sucrose with excellent stability in physicochemical characteristics and enzymatic activity.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fan-Bo Meng, Xiangrong Chen, Yiwen Shi, Zelin Hong, Hanshan Zhu, Awais Muhammad, Ashish Paramane, Yufen Wang, Ruobin Huang, Xuejiao Deng
Summary: This paper investigates the use of different alkane-coated ZnO suspensions to improve the insulation properties of factory joint interfaces in high-voltage direct current cables. The results show that the alkane-coated ZnO suspensions, when appropriately sprayed, can significantly reduce electrical conductivity, increase breakdown strength, and inhibit space charge accumulation.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Vennapusa Jagadeeswara Reddy, Prakhar Dixit, Jitendra Singh, Sujay Chattopadhyay
Summary: The main objective of this study is to prepare completely biodegradable macrocapsules for thermal energy storage. Three different organic phase change materials were encapsulated inside barium crosslinked pectin shell. The results showed that the pectin-PCM capsules had high encapsulation efficiency and thermal stability, and could provide long-lasting thermal buffering effects.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nicola Pellizzi, Alfredo Mazzulla, Pasquale Pagliusi, Gabriella Cipparrone
Summary: Core-shell architecture allows for customization of microparticles by selecting the composition and aggregation state of the inner and outer materials. Gold nanoparticles coating can modify the optical properties of chiral microparticles and improve the stability of microlasers.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Qianzhu Lin, Shengju Ge, David Julian McClements, Xiaojing Li, Zhengyu Jin, Aiquan Jiao, Jinpeng Wang, Jie Long, Xueming Xu, Chao Qiu
Summary: The improved understanding of the connection between diet and health has led to growing interest in the development of functional foods designed to improve health and wellbeing. Nano-based delivery systems, particularly protein-based nanocarriers, are being developed to incorporate potentially health-promoting bioactive ingredients into these products. This review focuses on the preparation, properties, and applications of protein-based nanocarriers, including their use in targeted delivery and stimulus-responsive release of bioactive ingredients in the food industry.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Yuwan Liu, Chao Qiu, Xiaojing Li, David Julian McClements, Chenxi Wang, Zhiheng Zhang, Aiquan Jiao, Jie Long, Kunfu Zhu, Jinpeng Wang, Zhengyu Jin
Summary: This paper reviews the preparation and properties of several starch-based nanoparticles and cyclodextrins derivatives, focusing on their mechanisms in modulating glucose release and gut microbiome in the gastrointestinal tract. The authors suggest that these edible nanomaterials, through encapsulation and protection of prebiotics or bioactive components, can achieve probiotic functions, providing valuable information for designing functional foods to improve human health.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Pierre Villeneuve, Claire Bourlieu-Lacanal, Erwann Durand, Jerome Lecomte, David Julian McClements, Eric A. Decker
Summary: Lipid oxidation is a major cause of quality deterioration in food products, and the presence of colloidal structures and interfaces play a crucial role in this process. Micelles in emulsions and reverse micelles in bulk oils are reservoirs for antioxidants and pro-oxidants, and serve as nanoreactors where lipid oxidation reactions occur.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Marzieh Shakouri, Maryam Salami, Loong-Tak Lim, Mohammad Ekrami, Mehdi Mohammadian, Gholamreza Askari, Zahra Emam-Djomeh, David Julian McClements
Summary: Multifunctional and innovative biopolymer-based indicator films containing gelatin and basil seed gum, with different concentrations of saffron petal extract, were prepared. The addition of saffron petal extract improved the physical properties and antimicrobial activity of the indicator films, making them potential indicators for monitoring food spoilage.
JOURNAL OF FOOD MEASUREMENT AND CHARACTERIZATION
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Shan Zhang, Yashu Chen, David Julian McClements, Tao Hou, Fang Geng, Peng Chen, Hongjian Chen, Bijun Xie, Zhida Sun, Hu Tang, Yaqiong Pei, Shuang Quan, Xiao Yu, Qianchun Deng
Summary: This paper summarizes and analyzes the limitations and challenges of incorporating whole flaxseed (flour) into fortified food products, as well as its potential influences on food matrix and edibility. The potential influencing mechanisms of flaxseed (flour) on different substrate components are investigated, and possible solutions against negative impacts are proposed. Overall, this paper provides useful information for expanding the application of whole flaxseed (flour) based on optimal edibility and nutritional properties of fortified food products.
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND FOOD SAFETY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Jiayan Zhang, Huan Deng, Juan Bai, Xinghua Zhou, Yansheng Zhao, Ying Zhu, David Julian McClements, Xiang Xiao, Quancai Sun
Summary: This article reviews the nutritional and functional characteristics of barley, focusing on its ability to improve glucose/lipid metabolism. It also discusses recent trends in barley product development and explores current limitations and future research directions in glucolipid modulation mechanisms and barley bioprocessing.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Donpon Wannasin, David Julian McClements
Summary: This study investigates the impact of pigment and oil droplet characteristics on the optical properties of model plant-based foods. It finds that increasing colorant concentration, increasing droplet size, and decreasing droplet concentration enhance the chromaticness of the emulsions, while decreasing colorant concentration, decreasing droplet size, and increasing droplet concentration increase the lightness of the emulsions.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zhiheng Zhang, Xiaojing Li, Shangyuan Sang, David Julian McClements, Long Chen, Jie Long, Aiquan Jiao, Zhengyu Jin, Chao Qiu
Summary: In this study, zein/hydroxypropyl-beta-cyclodextrin nanoparticles were successfully synthesized and characterized. These nanoparticles exhibited high encapsulation efficiency for curcumin and improved its antioxidant activity and photostability. They have the potential to be used as effective food-grade delivery systems for low water-soluble bioactive substances.
Editorial Material
Chemistry, Applied
Jingxiang Shu, David Julian McClements, Shunjing Luo, Jiangping Ye, Chengmei Liu
Summary: This study compared the properties of alginate-based emulsion gels formed by internal and external gelation methods. Results showed that emulsion gels formed by internal gelation had smaller droplets, higher hardness, water holding capacity, and freeze-thaw stability. Additionally, internal gelation resulted in slightly higher lycopene bioaccessibility (36.1% compared to 33.4% with external gelation). These findings are important for optimizing the design and fabrication of emulsion gels as delivery systems for nutraceuticals in the food industry.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Sheliang Zhao, David Julian Mcclements, Xuebo Liu, Fuguo Liu
Summary: The low oral bioavailability of some bioactive ingredients is a challenge in the supplement and functional food areas. This study designs natural carriers that can simultaneously deliver both hydrophobic and hydrophilic bioactive ingredients, thereby increasing their ability to exert synergistic effects.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Wenhan Xu, Wenzhang Chen, Qiankun Wang, David Julian McClements, Shuai Chen, Yutang Wang, Xuebo Liu, Cheng Wang, Fuguo Liu
Summary: Bio-based packaging materials improve the quality, safety, and shelf life of foods by reducing their interactions with the environment. This study compares the structures and properties of two methods, blending and layer-by-layer deposition, in the preparation of composite packaging materials. The preservation effects on fruits were analyzed, and the blend coatings showed better water vapor barrier properties and good mechanical and EGCG-release properties. Overall, this study helps in designing edible packaging materials for various applications.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Bingjing Zheng, Hualu Zhou, David Julian Mcclements, Severino Matias De Alencara
Summary: Plant-based milk can be fortified with multiple polyphenols using pH-driven approaches, which effectively encapsulate the polyphenols and enhance their bioaccessibility. The study highlights the feasibility of using these approaches to create plant-based delivery systems for various polyphenols, offering specific health benefits to consumers.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Wenmeng Liu, Long Chen, David Julian Mcclements, Yidong Zou, Guanxiong Chen, Zhengyu Jin
Summary: In this study, a complex of chitosan, betaine, and vanillin was used as a starch modifier to improve the viscosity, gelation, and thermal stability of corn starch. The modification mechanism involved hydrogen bond interaction, Schiff base crosslinking, and electrostatic interaction. The results showed that the complex enhanced the viscosity and viscoelasticity of the starch, promoted gel formation, and improved thermal stability. Additionally, the microstructure of the starch became more orderly and regular with the addition of the modifier.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zhiheng Zhang, Yaxu Meng, Jinpeng Wang, Chao Qiu, Wenbo Miao, Qianzhu Lin, Xiaojing Li, Shangyuan Sang, David Julian McClements, Aiquan Jiao, Zhengyu Jin
Summary: A simple reverse solvent co-precipitation method was used to prepare zein/debranched oxidized starch coreshell composite nanoparticles, which showed good stability and the ability to protect resveratrol. The nanoparticles had a higher encapsulation rate of resveratrol compared to pure protein nanoparticles. The composite nanoparticles exhibited various interactions and maintained the biological activity of nutrient molecules under different conditions.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xiaoyan Hu, Qian Ju, Charmaine K. W. Koo, David Julian McClements
Summary: This study successfully created plant-based biopolymer composites with meat-like textures using coacervation and thermal gelation. By modulating the electrostatic interactions between potato protein and gellan gum, and controlling the pH value, the structural organization and rheology of the composites could be controlled. The findings of this study are significant for the design of plant-based foods with desirable textural attributes.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)