Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ingrid Patricia Khosalim, Yu Yuan Zhang, Cynthia Kar Yung Yiu, Hai Ming Wong
Summary: Graphene oxide (GO) can promote the crystal growth of hydroxyapatite (HA) on demineralized dentin when used in an electrophoresis system. The addition of GO not only increased the calcium/phosphate ratio of the formed crystals but also resulted in the occlusion of dentinal tubules with rod-like crystals, leading to improved mechanical properties of remineralized dentin.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xueni Zhao, Xiaohong Shi, Weigang Zhang, Xudong Wang, Leilei Zhang
Summary: The TiAl-nHA coatings on CF surface significantly improve the mechanical properties of CF/TiAl-nHA/HA composites, enhance fracture toughness, and protect carbon fiber from oxidation damage. This study is important for the application of weight-bearing bone composites.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Hongbing Zheng, Jiahong Li, Da Bian, Zifeng Ni, Shanhua Qian, Yongwu Zhao
Summary: Graphene oxide (GO) modified carbon fiber (CF-GO) was added into the phosphate-bonded coating to enhance its tribological properties. The results showed that CF and GO were chemically bonded together, leading to a rough CF surface and improved mechanical engagement. The addition of 15wt% CF-GO reduced the coefficient of friction and wear rate of the coating by approximately 18% and 40%, respectively.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Xueni Zhao, Pengfei Wang, Jiamei Zheng, Jiao Liu, Zhi Yang, Lijun Yang
Summary: In this study, multilayered C-Si-Al2O3 coatings were prepared using magnetron sputtering and one-step anodic oxidation, which were then modified and used to fabricate CF/C-Si-Al2O3/HA composites through hot-press sintering at high temperatures. The multilayered coatings improved the oxidation resistance and thermal shock resistance of the composites, reduced the difference in thermal expansion coefficient between CFs and HA matrix, and enhanced the interfacial bonding strength. As a result, the composites exhibited improved mechanical properties with a bending strength of 83.94 +/- 12.29 MPa and fracture toughness of 2.45 +/- 0.08 MPa m(1/2).
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shengjie Xia, Qiang Guo, Yanan Yu, Yimei Li, Shuhui Wang, Daojie Dong, Zhenyuan Liu, Hongmin Zhou, Xufeng Zhou, Zhaoping Liu
Summary: By decorating graphene oxide (GO) on the surface of carbon fiber cloth (CFC) using electrophoresis, an all-carbon three-dimensional current collector with vertical conductivity differences is fabricated. The GO layer induces downward electroplating of metallic Li into the inner voids of CFC, fully utilizing the effect of CFC as a three-dimensional current collector to improve the cyclic stability of Li-metal anode.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Fei Zhao, Leilei Zhang, Yao Guo, Hongchao Sheng, Pengxiang Zhang, Yixin Zhang, Qian Li, Hongyi Yang, Sergey Mikhalovsky
Summary: The study prepared carbon fiber-SiC nanowire-hydroxyapatite-pyrolytic carbon (CHS) composites for bone implant applications, investigating their morphology, mechanical properties, and bioactivity. Results showed that CHS exhibited excellent mechanical and biological performances, indicating its potential as a bone implant material.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
A. Yanovska, Ye Husak, O. Mishchenko, A. Gudakov, O. Oleshko, A. Yusupova, M. Vielikov, J. Radwan-Praglowska, M. Piatkowski, L. Janus, E. Szajna, M. Pogorielov
Summary: The method of thermal deposition proposed in this study for hydroxyapatite coatings involves localized high peak temperatures at the electrode-electrolyte interface. The results show that the obtained surfaces with HA coatings exhibit good uniformity and roughness after specific pretreatments and thermal deposition, which have positive effects on cell adhesion and proliferation.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Katarina Adstedt, Madeline L. Buxton, Luke C. Henderson, David J. Hayne, Dhriti Nepal, Yury Gogotsi, Vladimir V. Tsukruk
Summary: Carbon fibers are important components in advanced structural composites due to their high strength to weight ratio and thermal and chemical stability. Surface interactions of graphene oxide (GO) and Ti3C2Tx MXene nanoflakes on carbon fibers were studied in this research. The study revealed that these 2D materials not only enhance interface strength but also facilitate efficient charge transfer and increased conductivity, broadening the potential applications of composites.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Daniel Nilson Nunes Nicomedes, Laureana Moreira Mota, Rebecca Vasconcellos, Nathanael Vieira Medrado, Michelle de Oliveira, Erika Costa de Alvarenga, Karyne R. C. Juste, Ariete Righi, Sara Matte Manhabosco, Guilherme Jorge Brigolini Silva, Fernando Gabriel S. Araujo, Alan Barros de Oliveira, Ronaldo Junio Campos Batista, Jaqueline dos Santos Soares, Taise Matte Manhabosco
Summary: Talc from soapstone shows promise as a replacement for graphene oxide in reinforcement for hydroxyapatite coatings without compromising properties. The use of electrodeposition on titanium substrate successfully deposited the composite coatings in a low-cost and eco-friendly manner.
JOURNAL OF THE MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Sangwoon Lee, In Sung Jeon, Jae Young Jho
Summary: This study aims to develop a PEEK composite with improved bioactivity and flexural properties by incorporating hydroxyapatite (HA), graphene oxide (GO), and carbon fiber (CF) as fillers.
MACROMOLECULAR RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
N. Aslan, B. Aksakal, B. Dikici, Z. A. Sinirlioglu
Summary: The effect of HA-based coatings reinforced with rGO on porous-Ti6Al4V alloys in terms of electrochemical corrosion and cell viability was investigated. The results showed that rGO reinforcements reduced the corrosion rate of the scaffolds, and the corrosion rate increased as the porosity content of the scaffolds increased. 0.5 and 1.0wt% rGO-HA coating groups had better cell viability.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tristan Nguyen, Anuj Maniyar, Mrinmoy Sarkar, Tapasree Roy Sarkar, Gururaj M. Neelgund
Summary: Cancer is a dreadful disease and the leading cause of death. Breast cancer is the most common invasive cancer in women. In this study, biocompatible nanomaterials CNTs-HAP and GR-HAP were designed to target breast cancer cells and showed significant cytotoxicity and inhibitory effects on cell growth and motility.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sujun Guan, Liang Hao, Hiroyuki Yoshida, Takaomi Itoi, Yanling Cheng, Satoshi Seki, Yuta Nishina, Yun Lu
Summary: Fabrication of graphene oxide (GO) on the surface of titania (TiO2) coatings via electrophoretic deposition (EPD) enhances photocatalytic activity and stability. Controllable amount of GO can be achieved by adjusting the EPD time, leading to excellent photocatalytic performance of TiO2/GO composite coatings due to charge transfer effect. The combination of TiO2 and GO shows promising results in terms of stability and efficiency.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Dominika Trager, Dagmara Slota, Karina Niziolek, Wioletta Florkiewicz, Agnieszka Sobczak-Kupiec
Summary: Bone tissue degeneration is a significant problem affecting various social groups. This study presents a novel ceramic-polymer coating modified with carbon nanotubes for bone regeneration. The results demonstrate that the coatings are bioactive and do not negatively affect their properties.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Li Yang, Zuli Mao
Summary: The study focused on the effects of electro-depositing SiC-hydroxyapatite coatings on carbon/carbon composites, showing that the content and size of SiC particles influenced the structure, morphology, bonding strength, and dissolution of the coatings. The SiC-hydroxyapatite coatings exhibited a more compact microstructure and improved adhesion on the naked carbon/carbon composites.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Afzal Husain Khan, Eduardo Alberto Lopez-Maldonado, Nadeem A. Khan, Luis Jesus Villarreal-Gomez, Faris M. Munshi, Abdullah H. Alsabhan, Kahkashan Perveen
Summary: Solid waste generation has increased rapidly due to population growth, urbanization, and industrialization. Solid waste management is a significant challenge with local and global consequences. Developed countries have successful waste recycling strategies, while developing countries face challenges in waste sorting and handling due to high population density and economic instability.
Editorial Material
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Luis Jesus Villarreal Gomez, Yanis Toledano Magana, Jose Manuel Cornejo Bravo, Ricardo Vera Graziano, Shengqdaiang Cai
Summary: This Special Issue focuses on the physiological processes that occur in tissue exposed to nanomaterials, such as cellular stress, immune responses, etc., providing important references and guidance for the application of nanotechnology in the biomedical field.
JOURNAL OF NANOMATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Jocelyn C. Ayala-Fuentes, Melissa Zulahi Gallegos-Granados, Luis Jesus Villarreal-Gomez, Marilena Antunes-Ricardo, Daniel Grande, Rocio Alejandra Chavez-Santoscoy
Summary: Quercetin, a bioactive component with therapeutic potential, faces challenges in stability and bioavailability in the gastrointestinal tract. The use of inulin-coated nanoparticles can overcome these limitations, ensuring the stability and release of quercetin in target cells.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Cesar Ulises Montano-Medina, Luis Miguel Lopez-Martinez, Adrian Ochoa-Teran, Eduardo Alberto Lopez-Maldonado, Moises I. Salazar-Gastelum, Balter Trujillo-Navarrete, Sergio Perez-Sicairos, Jose M. Cornejo-Bravo
Summary: In this study, a library of new aniline and pyridyl functionalized carbamoylcarboxylic acids were synthesized and evaluated for their potential as ligands for the simultaneous removal of environmental interest cations. The results showed that these ligands had a strong affinity for metal ions and demonstrated high removal efficiency. Among them, L-9 exhibited the best removal performance at pH=4.0.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Juan Antonio Paz-Gonzalez, Carlos Velasco-Santos, Luis Jesus Villarreal-Gomez, Enrique Alcudia-Zacarias, Amelia Olivas-Sarabia, Marcos Alan Cota-Leal, Lucia Z. Flores-Lopez, Yadira Gochi-Ponce
Summary: In recent years, there has been an increase in surgical procedures for hip prostheses. However, these implants often cause bone loss or aseptic loosening due to their high stiffness. This research proposes a new composite material, PLA/CFRC, which consists of 3D-printing polylactic acid layers and carbon fiber laminates. The study demonstrates that this composite has promising mechanical properties and can be a suitable base material for hip femoral stem prostheses manufacturing.
JOURNAL OF THE MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Hever Yuritzy Vargas-Molinero, Aracely Serrano-Medina, Kenia Palomino-Vizcaino, Eduardo Alberto Lopez-Maldonado, Luis Jesus Villarreal-Gomez, Graciela Lizeth Perez-Gonzalez, Jose Manuel Cornejo-Bravo
Summary: Nanomedicine is a new discipline that combines nanotechnology and biomedicine, contributing to the development of new and improved treatments, diagnoses, and therapies. Nanoparticles have notable importance in various applications such as tissue engineering, biomarkers, and drug delivery systems. Electrospinning is a versatile technique used to produce fibrous mats.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ahmed I. Osman, Eman M. Abd El-Monaem, Ahmed M. Elgarahy, Chukwunonso O. Aniagor, Mohamed Hosny, Mohamed Farghali, Emanne Rashad, Marcel I. Ejimofor, Eduardo A. Lopez-Maldonado, Ikko Ihara, Pow-Seng Yap, David W. Rooney, Abdelazeem S. Eltaweil
Summary: Access to drinkable water is increasingly challenging due to pollution and high cost of traditional water treatment methods. Biological sorbents made from biomass waste offer a promising and sustainable alternative. These sorbents effectively remove contaminants and promote circular economy. Different types of sorbents, preparation methods, adsorption mechanisms, and regeneration processes are discussed in this review.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nina Bogdanchikova, Maria Maklakova, Luis Jesus Villarreal-Gomez, Ekaterina Nefedova, Nikolay N. Shkil, Evgenii Plotnikov, Alexey Pestryakov
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the impact of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) on bacterial resistance. The results showed that AgNPs can reduce bacterial adhesion and anti-lysozyme activity, thereby enhancing the efficacy of antibiotics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Honorio Cruz-Lopez, Sergio Rodriguez-Morales, Luis M. Enriquez-Paredes, Luis Jesus Villarreal-Gomez, Conal True, Leticia Olivera-Castillo, D. Alejandro Fernandez-Velasco, Lus M. Lopez
Summary: Finding strategies to use the swim bladder of farmed totoaba is important to reduce waste. Fish swim bladders are rich in collagen, and extracting collagen has benefits for totoaba aquaculture and the environment. The biochemical composition of totoaba swim bladders was analyzed, and collagen was successfully extracted and characterized. The swim bladder collagen exhibited high purity and potential antioxidant activity, making it a promising alternative to conventional collagen sources.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rachid El Kaim Billah, Zineb Azoubi, Eduardo Alberto Lopez-Maldonado, Hicham Majdoubi, Hassane Lgaz, Eder C. Lima, Anita Shekhawat, Youssef Tamraoui, Mahfoud Agunaou, Abdessadik Soufiane, Ravin Jugade
Summary: This study synthesized a novel chitosan-loaded MgAl-LDH nanocomposite and evaluated its performance in As(V) removal and antimicrobial activity. The main mechanisms for As(V) separation were elucidated and the characteristic changes in the nanocomposite were analyzed. The nanocomposite demonstrated high adsorption capacity for arsenic and effective antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Bacillus subtilus.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Daniel Solis-Rios, Luis Jesus Villarreal-Gomez, Clara Eugenia Goyes, Faruk Fonthal Rico, Jose Manuel Cornejo-Bravo, Maria Berenice Fong-Mata, Jorge Mario Calderon Arenas, Harold Alberto Martinez Rincon, David Abdel Mejia-Medina
Summary: This study presents an artificial neural network model to predict the diameter of polyethylene nanofibers. The model was trained and validated using data from literature records and laboratory measurements, respectively, achieving low error rates. The importance of increasing the dataset and validating with independent data is emphasized for improving the accuracy of the model.
Article
Entomology
Rocio Ayllon-Gutierrez, Eduardo Alberto Lopez-Maldonado, Mariana Macias-Alonso, Joaquin Gonzalez Marrero, Laura Diaz-Rubio, Ivan Cordova-Guerrero
Summary: Pests cause significant damage to agricultural crops, necessitating the search for new pesticides. Synthetic pesticide use has adverse effects on human health and the environment, leading to resistance. Natural products, such as the botanical compound 1,8-cineole, may offer a safer alternative. This study developed a nanoemulsion to enhance the stability of 1,8-cineole and evaluated its efficacy against common agricultural pests.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Luis Jesus Villarreal Gomez, Ana Leticia Iglesias, Valentin Miranda Soto, Amelia Olivas Sarabia, Ricardo Valdez Castro, Eduardo Alberto Lopez Maldonado, Mercedes Teresi Oropeza ta Guzman, Christian Alfonso Romero Soto, Eder German Lizarraga Medina, Jorge Luis Vazquez Arce
Summary: Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) are an attractive alternative energy source due to their low cost. This research focuses on synthesizing electrospun nanofibers as a potential new material for the counter electrode in DSSCs. The study successfully incorporated Ru(II) complexes into the fibers and evaluated their thermal and structural properties.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Efrain Armenta-Rojas, Jose Manuel Cornejo-Bravo, Aracely Serrano-Medina, Eduardo Alberto Lopez-Maldonado, Amelia Olivas-Sarabia, Nydia Alejandra Castillo-Martinez, Luis Jesus Villarreal-Gomez, Lilia Angelica Hurtado-Ayala
Summary: Polyelectrolyte complex-based films loaded with nystatin were prepared and characterized for mucoadhesive and sustained release properties in the oral cavity. These films showed strong mucoadhesive capacity, sustained release of nystatin, and significant antifungal activity against Candida species.
BIOINTERFACE RESEARCH IN APPLIED CHEMISTRY
(2022)
