Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Min-Yu Li, Juan Liu, Ran Gao, Duo-Yu Lin, Fei Wang, Jian Zhang
Summary: Zeolitic tetrazolate-imidazolate frameworks (ZTIFs) are a new type of materials that enhance host-guest interactions and balance functionality and stability. Their diverse topological structures and promising applications in various fields make them a subject of growing interest.
MATERIALS TODAY ADVANCES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nikita Gupta, Z. V. P. Murthy
Summary: The study showed that ZIF-67 can enhance the pure water flux of polysulfone membranes, but a high concentration of ZIF-67 in the membrane may lead to a decrease in salt rejection and permeate collection.
MATERIALS TODAY CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Paul Iacomi, Guillaume Maurin
Summary: Zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) are a prominent subset of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) known for their good thermal and chemical stability and attractive properties for diverse applications. These materials exhibit significant structural changes in response to external stimuli, making them stimuli-responsive materials.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dipeshkumar D. Kachhadiya, Z. V. P. Murthy
Summary: Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are composed of metal centers and organic binders, possessing larger surface area and distinct pore structures. Significant advancements have been made in improving MOF membranes for various membrane-based separations, showcasing their importance in the field.
MATERIALS TODAY CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jacob Deneff, Kimberly S. Butler, Paul G. Kotula, Braden E. Rue, Dorina F. Sava Gallis
Summary: Zeolitic imidazolate framework (ZIF) nanoparticles have emerged as attractive platforms for various biologically relevant applications due to their facile synthesis, tailorable porosity, diverse compositions, and low toxicity. This study demonstrates the rapid synthesis and size tunability of ZIF-20 particles, their stability in biologically relevant media, biocompatibility with A549 human epithelial cells, and ability to encapsulate and release methylene blue. ZIF-20 NPs display unique behavior based on their specific structural and chemical features, highlighting the importance of expanding the design space within the broader ZIFs family for a wider range of relevant properties in biological applications and beyond.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Syed Shoaib Ahmad Shah, Tayyaba Najam, Muhammad Sufyan Javed, Mohammed M. Rahman, Panagiotis Tsiakaras
Summary: A multi-step heating strategy was applied to produce mesoporous N-doped carbon nanostructures with dual-metallic active sites from mixed-metal zeolitic imidazolate frameworks. The unique structure of the catalyst not only offers high electrochemical performance for the ORR in acidic media, but also enhances operational durability. Additionally, the catalyst displays good performance for the ORR in alkaline solution.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yupeng Han, Fei Wang, Jian Zhang
Summary: Zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) have been developed to mimic the structural characteristics of zeolites, with high surface area and adjustable pore size being their main features. The emerging hybrid zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (HZIFs) combine the advantages of zeolites and ZIFs, such as high stability and porosity. HZIFs find wide applications in electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, and ion storage, contributing to the progress in material chemistry, coordination chemistry, and structural chemistry.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ihtisham Ul Haq, Tao Wang, Ao-Shuai Zhang, Heng Mao, Rehan Khan, Li-Hao Xu, Zhi-Ping Zhao
Summary: By adding Ni-ZIF-8 nanoparticles in the PDMS matrix, the efficiency of BD recovery was improved, leading to increased BD permeance and ideal selectivity in mixed matrix membranes.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yizhi Xu, Joseph M. Marrett, Hatem M. Titi, James P. Darby, Andrew J. Morris, Tomislav Friscic, Mihails Arhangelskis
Summary: First-principles crystal structure prediction (CSP) is a powerful method for discovering new materials by predicting and evaluating their properties based on the underlying components. In this study, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) were discovered using CSP, providing an alternative to conventional techniques relying on geometry and experimental screening. Experimental validation of the CSP procedure was done by synthesizing materials with structures matching the lowest-energy calculated structures, and properties such as combustion energies were evaluated from the CSP-derived structures.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Chun-Mei Wei, Chao-Yun Feng, Shuangfei Li, Yong Zou, Zhen Yang
Summary: This study presents the first immobilization of mushroom tyrosinase on zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) with two new applications. The immobilized enzyme showed enhanced stability and catalytic efficiency for catecholic product synthesis and phenolic wastewater treatment, making it a promising biocatalyst for industrial applications.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yongchang Ouyang, Xinru Zheng, Qiuxia Li, Naobei Ye, Guangquan Mo
Summary: This study developed a highly efficient and anti-interference non-enzymatic glucose sensor with good repeatability, which can be applied to blood sugar monitoring.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
David Peralta, Anna -Caroline Lavergne-Bril, Emmanuel Billy, Jean-Francois Colin, Didier Bloch, Sebastien Patoux
Summary: The demand for cobalt is expected to sharply increase due to the intensive development of Li-ion batteries for transportation applications, while more than half of cobalt production is concentrated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, making recycling and reusing cobalt from used batteries crucial to limit imports.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Qiushi Wei, Jolie M. Lucero, James M. Crawford, J. Douglas Way, Colin A. Wolden, Moises A. Carreon
Summary: ZIF-21 membranes were synthesized for the separation of ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen, with high permeances and selectivities. The key separation mechanisms were identified as differences in adsorption and diffusivities, along with the polar-polar interaction between ammonia and the linker polar channels.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
B. Sasikumar, Yohannan Subin Sabilon, G. Arthanareeswaran
Summary: The development of hybrid membrane materials with excellent gas separation performance has been a global focus. In this study, ZIF-8 and CMS nanoparticles were successfully synthesized and incorporated into PAI membranes. The resulting hybrid membranes showed improved mechanical stability and separation performance.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xiao-Hui Dong, Zhi-Gang Li, Dong-Yan Bian, Tian-Meng Guo, Zi-Ying Li, Wei Li, Hongpeng He
Summary: Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have potential for drug delivery applications, but the influence of MOF surface properties on drug release kinetics and solubility is not well understood. This study examines the hydrophilicity and hydrophobicity of MOFs on drug release and solubility. The results showed that hydrophilic MOFs had slower drug release, while hydrophobic MOFs enhanced drug solubility. These findings provide insights for achieving optimal drug release kinetics and solubility by manipulating MOF surface properties.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Roberto Castro-Munoz, M. Zamidi Ahmad, Alfredo Cassano
Summary: Pervaporation is a selective membrane process for extracting aromas, fragrances, and essentials. Researchers are exploring various techniques to efficiently separate and recover these organic compounds from agricultural products and waste. This review provides an overview of the ongoing development approaches and establishes key criteria and guidelines for the implementation of pervaporation.
FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Thao Phuong, Tien Dung Cong, Van Thanh Ta, Thu Hang Nguyen
Summary: In this study, LDH nanomaterial was used as an adsorbent to extract phosphate from sewage sludge, and hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, and nitric acid were used as leaching acids. The results showed that LDH had a high adsorption capacity for phosphate and could be considered as a potential phosphate release fertilizer.
JOURNAL OF NANOMATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Farhad Garavand, Shima Jafarzadeh, Ilaria Cacciotti, Nooshin Vahedikia, Zahra Sarlak, Ozguer Tarhan, Shima Yousefi, Milad Rouhi, Roberto Castro-Munoz, Seid Mahdi Jafari
Summary: This review discusses milk protein-based packaging composites and their potential applications in the food packaging sector. Milk proteins are biopolymers with biodegradability and biocompatibility, but they have limitations that can be addressed through various reinforcement methods. Modified milk protein-based biopolymers could be promising alternatives to petroleum-based polymers.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Roberto Castro-Munoz, Elizabeth Leon-Becerril, Octavio Garcia-Depraect
Summary: In recent years, there has been significant research interest in unexplored plants and herbals due to their potential as sources of various biomolecules that can benefit nutrition and human health. Muicle (Justicia spicigera) has gained attention for its multiple biological activities associated with phytochemicals and specific biomolecules. This review presents evidence on the current development works assessing the potential biological properties of Muicle and introduces key biologically active molecules and their mechanisms of action and interaction. Not only focused on traditional medicine, specific applications in the production of new feedstocks, nanomaterials, functional foods, and formulations are also explored as directions for the utilization of this natural source.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shahida Anusha Siddiqui, Nur Alim Bahmid, Ahmed Taha, Abdel-Moneim Eid Abdel-Moneim, Abdelrazeq M. Shehata, Chen Tan, Mohammad Saeed Kharazmi, Yuan Li, Elham Assadpour, Roberto Castro-Munoz, Seid Mahdi Jafari
Summary: This study reviews the application of nanoencapsulation in animal feedings and relevant drugs. Nanoencapsulation design can protect feed bioactives and improve their absorption and release in animals. Chitosan is found to be the most effective carrier. Nanoparticles and nanocapsules are commonly used nanocarriers. Nanofibers, nanohydrogels, and nanoemulsions have not been applied in feeds yet. For ruminants, nano-minerals, vitamins, phytochemicals, essential fatty acids, and drugs are encapsulated using nanoparticles for improved delivery and bioavailability. Safety and regulatory issues, as well as advantages and disadvantages of nanoencapsulation in animal feeds, are also discussed.
ADVANCES IN COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sana Ullah, Hameed Ul Haq, Muhammad Salman, Faheem Jan, Faisal Safi, Muhammad Balal Arain, Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, Roberto Castro-Munoz, Grzegorz Boczkaj
Summary: In this study, deep eutectic solvents were used for the extraction of neutral red dye, and their interaction was studied using density functional theory calculations. The optimized method showed high sensitivity and rapid determination for neutral red dye.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
K. Hamalova, V Neubertova, M. Vostinakova, V Fila, Z. Kolska
Summary: In recent years, mixed matrix membranes (MMMs) have become increasingly popular in separation processes due to their outstanding properties. These membranes combine the advantages of both polymer continuous and nanoparticle dispersion phases. Block copolymers like poly(ether-block-amide, PEBA) are considered excellent materials for membrane synthesis. This study provides an overview of PEBA membranes doped with two different aminocompounds at various concentrations and their impact on CO2 sorption and separation. Most samples showed improved CO2 sorption compared to pristine PEBA, with the effect strongly dependent on concentration. The most significant changes were observed in the MMM doped with 2.5% TEPA or 1% HDA. Samples were also tested for the separation efficiency of a binary CO2/CH4 mixture.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Roberto Castro-Munoz, Grzegorz Boczkaj, Rene Cabezas
Summary: Melissa officinalis L. is a medicinal plant with high content of phytochemical compounds, which are responsible for its biological activities. It is used worldwide for ethno-medical purposes and has potential applications in the treatment of various diseases and symptoms. Research efforts have focused on the extraction and fractionation of the phytochemicals from this plant.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Roberto Castro-Munoz, Maksymilian Plata-Gryl, Grzegorz Boczkaj
Summary: The research focuses on combining a new deep eutectic mixture (DES) with a biopolymer-based membrane to dehydrate ethanol using pervaporation. An L-proline:xylitol (at 5:1) eutectic mixture was synthesized and blended with chitosan (CS). The hybrid membranes were thoroughly characterized in terms of morphology, solvent uptake, and hydrophilicity. When tested for water separation from ethanolic solutions through pervaporation, the blended membranes demonstrated higher water permeation (ca. 0.46 kg m(-2) h(-1)) compared to pristine CS membranes (ca. 0.37 kg m(-2) h(-1)) at the highest temperature (50 degrees C). Therefore, the blending of CS membranes with the hydrophilic L-proline:xylitol agent enhanced their water permeation, making them suitable for separating polar solvents.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Shahida Anusha Siddiqui, Shubhra Singh, Nur Alim Bahmid, Taha Mehany, Douglas J. H. Shyu, Elham Assadpour, Narjes Malekjani, Roberto Castro-Munoz, Seid Mahdi Jafari
Summary: This paper systematically analyzes the identification of original articles using Scopus and Google Scholar on active packaging as a novel technology for controlling the release of antimicrobial agents in food packaging systems. The encapsulation of bioactives enhances their bioavailability and stability, and mathematical models play an important role in understanding and predicting their release behavior during transportation and storage. However, few studies have formulated parameters for mathematical models to achieve specific release mechanisms for the quality and safety of foods.
COLLOIDS AND INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jose J. Arriaga-Morales, Cynthia Ordaz-Pichardo, Roberto Castro-Munoz, Enrique Duran-Paramo
Summary: Cell immobilization could be a significant vector for delivering a high quantity of viable probiotics to the gut, helping attenuate hyperglycemia in diabetic rats and reducing organ damage caused by diabetes.
PROBIOTICS AND ANTIMICROBIAL PROTEINS
(2023)
Editorial Material
Food Science & Technology
Roberto Castro-Munoz
Review
Food Science & Technology
Shahida Anusha Siddiqui, Iskandar Azmy Harahap, Priyanka Suthar, Yuan Seng Wu, Nibedita Ghosh, Roberto Castro-Munoz
Summary: This study investigates traditional diets for treating obesity and examines the efficacy and safety of phytochemicals in preventing and treating obesity. It also introduces new food formulations incorporating these phytonutrients that can help reduce the prevalence of obesity.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Muhammad Imad, Roberto Castro-Munoz
Summary: This review provides an overview of the recent advancements in the application of PV membranes, including polymeric membranes, inorganic membranes, mixed-matrix membranes, and emerging two-dimensional-material membranes, for ethanol purification. The challenges and opportunities in material design, fabrication techniques, and the establishment of structure-performance relationships are discussed, aiming to propel the development of next-generation pervaporation membranes with enhanced separation efficiency.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Brenda Aranda-Jaramillo, Elizabeth Leon-Becerril, Oscar Aguilar-Juarez, Roberto Castro-Munoz, Octavio Garcia-Depraect
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility of producing hydrogen from acid cheese whey via lactate-driven dark fermentation (LD-DF). The results show that it is technically feasible to produce hydrogen from undiluted cheese whey through lactate oxidation-mediated fermentation. Microbial community analysis reveals that Lactobacillus, Clostridium, and Klebsiella were the dominant bacterial genera when the hydrogen production rate peaked. It is suggested that LD-DF can be a strategic hydrogen-producing pathway to be implemented with cheese whey.
FERMENTATION-BASEL
(2023)