Article
Energy & Fuels
Dongguang Yan, Shilong Zhao, Chi Ge, Jianzhou Gao, Chengyu Gu, Yingqiang Fan
Summary: In this study, a thermoplastic solid-solid phase change material was successfully prepared by a one-step feeding method, and the addition of adipic acid as an auxiliary encapsulation agent effectively prevented the leakage of phase change material, showing good thermal stability and latent heat performance.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Dai-Hong Cai, Chun-Lian Zhang, Qi-Yan Liu, Liang He, Yun-Jun Liu, Ya-Hong Xiong, Xue-Yi Le
Summary: Two new Cu(II) complexes with good water solubility were synthesized and characterized in this study. The complexes showed strong inhibitory activity against bacteria and cancer cells, potentially related to their interaction with DNA. In addition, the complexes induced apoptosis in cells through DNA damage and ROS-mediated mitochondrial dysfunction pathways. Moreover, in vivo studies demonstrated that one of the complexes inhibited tumor growth more effectively than cisplatin.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Stella Kiel, Miri Klein, Yulia Kroupitski, Uri M. Peiper, Shlomo Sela Saldinger, Elena Poverenov
Summary: Two synthetic approaches were explored to modify polyolefins for contact-active nonwoven materials, both of which conferred antimicrobial properties to the polymers. The performance of the nonwovens formed by the first approach was superior, highlighting potential applications in various fields.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
M. Ali, Essam Nageh Sholkamy, Ahmed S. Alobaidi, Muhanna K. Al-Muhanna, Assem Barakat
Summary: Schiff bases of chitosan were prepared using thermal and ultrasound approaches and confirmed by FT-IR, XRD, and TGA. The CS Schiff bases showed better thermal stability than pure CS and exhibited high antimicrobial activity against +ve Gram bacteria and -ve Gram bacteria.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xi Chen, Xin Dong, Zhao-Hui Zhou
Summary: A series of copper(II) diethylenetriaminepentaacetate complexes were synthesized and characterized, showing different structures under various pH conditions. Complex 4, a 3D metal organic framework, was found to have the ability to adsorb oxygen and exhibit thermal stability up to 150 degrees C.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Remigijus Ivanauskas, Asta Bronusiene, Algimantas Ivanauskas, Antanas Sarkinas, Ingrida Ancutiene
Summary: The composition and antibacterial properties of copper particles synthesized by a simple reduction method were studied. The wool and cotton knitted fabrics with copper particles exhibited excellent antibacterial activity against various bacterial strains, making them suitable for use as inserts in reusable masks.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ivana Loubalova, Pavel Kopel
Summary: This review focuses on complexes of four dicarboxylic acids, namely, 2,2'-thiodioacetic, 3,3'-thiodipropionic, 3,3'-dithiodipropionic, and fumaric acid. Many of the complexes were characterized by single crystal X-ray analyses. Structural properties and potential applications are also discussed.
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Vania Andre, Paula C. Alves, M. Teresa Duarte
Summary: The efficiency of antibiotics is now being challenged and new approaches are needed. The development of bio-inspired metal-organic frameworks and antibiotic coordination frameworks show promising results in increasing antibiotic effectiveness.
INORGANICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Masoud Shafaghatlonbar, Ghodsieh Bagherzade
Summary: Chlorogenic acid (CGA) is a compound found in various foods and has the ability to bind with metal ions, enhancing its biological activity. CGA has gained attention for its anticancer, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties. In this study, a nanoscale copper(II) complex was synthesized using CGA as a ligand and characterized using various techniques. The complex showed remarkable catalytic activity towards alcohol oxidation and strong antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli.
JOURNAL OF ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xiangwen Liao, Lianghong Liu, Yanhui Tan, Guijuan Jiang, Haihong Fang, Yanshi Xiong, Xuemin Duan, Guangbin Jiang, Jintao Wang
Summary: Novel ruthenium complexes functionalized with benzothiophene exhibited good antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, with Ru(II)-3 showing the highest activity. Additionally, Ru(II)-3 demonstrated synergism with aminoglycoside antibiotics and potentially inhibited the regulatory function of SaCcpA. In vivo studies in a murine skin infection model further supported the antimicrobial efficacy of these complexes.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Vera S. Glukhacheva, Sergey G. Il'yasov, Igor Kazantsev, Elena O. Shestakova, Dmitri S. Il'yasov, Ilia Eltsov, Andrey A. Nefedov, Yuri Gatilov
Summary: A new approach for synthesizing pyrazole derivatives was proposed by reacting 4-nitrosemicarbazide with acetylacetone. The study also investigated the reaction of acetylacetone with semicarbazide and its derivatives, resulting in the identification of various compounds and conditions for their formation. Physicochemical analytical methods, including X-ray diffraction, were used to validate the structures of the resultant compounds, which were found to exhibit high biological activity according to computer-aided screening in the PASS prediction software.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Umme Thahira Khatoon, Aditya Velidandi, G. V. S. Nageswara Rao
Summary: Copper oxide nanoparticles were synthesized using oxalic acid, sodium borohydride, and tri-sodium citrate as both reducing and stabilizing agents. Different concentrations of metal precursor and reducing agent were tested. The synthesized nanoparticles showed maximum absorbance in the range of 200 nm to 450 nm. XRD and EDX confirmed the synthesis of CuO NPs. S-CuO NPs exhibited the best particle size and surface charge, as well as the highest antibacterial activity against various bacteria.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Daniela Andrade-Acuna, Susana A. Sanchez, Antonio Gonzalez-Jimenez, Juan L. Valentin, Angel Marcos-Fernandez, Mohamed Dahrouch
Summary: This study developed novel crosslinked polyesters to create environmentally friendly hydrogels with potential biologic applications. By utilizing polyethylene glycols (PEGs) of different molecular weights and a silylated fatty methyl ester obtained from a derivative of castor oil, a series of crosslinked polyesters were synthesized and characterized. The biocompatible polyesters formed hydrogels with excellent swelling capacity, which could be controlled by modifying the molecular weight of the PEGs used in the synthesis. Additionally, the study demonstrated the ability to control drug or fertilizer release by altering the molar mass of the PEGs.
REACTIVE & FUNCTIONAL POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Marc Oeller, Pietro Sormanni, Michele Vendruscolo
Summary: The solubility of proteins is crucial for their development in various fields, but accurate measurements are challenging and resource-intensive. This automated method based on PEG titration provides an accurate and economical way to assess protein solubility, making it suitable for high-throughput screening and improving accessibility.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Raul Colorado-Peralta, Jose Luis Olivares-Romero, Sharon Rosete-Luna, Oscar Garcia-Barradas, Viviana Reyes-Marquez, Delia Hernandez-Romero, David Morales-Morales
Summary: This article summarizes the efficient antimicrobial activity of copper complexes using thiazole and benzothiazole as ligands against different bacteria and fungi.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Vaijanath G. Dongre, Sweta B. Shah, Gunaji S. Bayes, Manisha Phadke, Vivek K. Jadhav
Article
Polymer Science
Kanchan A. Barve, Sambhaji S. Raut, Alok V. Mishra, Vishwanath R. Patil
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2011)
Article
Thermodynamics
Gunaji S. Bayes, Y. S. Lakshmi Narasimham, Sambhaji S. Raut, Vishwanath R. Patil, Rama S. Lokhande
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING DATA
(2011)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Gunaji S. Bayes, Sambhaji S. Raut, Vishwanath R. Patil, Rama S. Lokhande
JOURNAL OF SOLUTION CHEMISTRY
(2012)
Article
Polymer Science
Sambhaji S. Raut, Kanchan A. Barve, Gunaji S. Bayes, Vishwanath R. Patil
POLYMER-PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING
(2011)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Bhavesh M. Patil, Satyavan P. Varande, Paresh M. Patil, Vasant M. Patil, Kanchan A. Barve, Kamini J. Donde, Quinn Qiao, Sunil N. Peshane, Vishwanath R. Patil
Summary: The disposal of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) has become a pressing issue due to their hazardous elements. Recycling outdated LIBs is necessary to protect the environment and human health. This study focuses on improving the electro-chemical performance of recovered graphite to create a high-performance nanocomposite for LIBs anode material. The results show great potential with high initial discharge capacity and retained capacity after cycles, making it a viable option for LIBs anode.
SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES
(2023)
