Article
Chemistry, Applied
Tomasz Machalowski, Joanna Idaszek, Adrian Chlanda, Marcin Heljak, Adam Piasecki, Wojciech Swieszkowski, Teofil Jesionowski
Summary: The study developed chitin-based biocomposites through biomimetic ex vivo deposition of calcium carbonate particles in the hemolymph from the cultivated mollusk Cornu aspersum and chitinous matrix from the marine demosponge Aplysina fistularis. The results showed that the biofunctionalized scaffold had about 4 times higher mechanical resistance and exhibited significant topographical changes, indicating its potential for modifying cell delivery systems in future biomedical applications.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Hyeju Han, Kyueui Lee
Summary: Phenolic biopolymers in biomaterials can control mechanical properties, and proteins/polysaccharides with phenolic groups from organisms have strong adhesion due to catechol. Functional biomaterials have been developed by mimicking natural systems, with unique biocompatibility and adaptable mechanical properties, revolutionizing biotechnologies.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Marco Friuli, Claudia Cafarchia, Andrea Cataldo, Riccardo Paolo Lia, Domenico Otranto, Marco Pombi, Christian Demitri
Summary: Pest management is seeking green and cost-effective solutions to control tiger mosquitoes and other pests. By using biomimetic principles and biocompatible/biodegradable biopolymers, a new approach based on attracting and killing insects through specific environmental conditions could be developed.
BIOENGINEERING-BASEL
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Gemilang Lara Utama, Lidya Oktaviani, Roostita Lobo Balia, Tita Rialita
Summary: Biopolymers such as beta-glucan, mannoprotein, and chitin in yeast cell walls can be used as viable encapsulants for probiotics. Beta-glucan, due to its thermal stability, is suitable for cryoprotection during freeze-drying. Mannoprotein enhances the adhesion of probiotic microorganisms to intestinal epithelial cells.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiatian Li, Sitong Li, Jiayi Huang, Abdul Qadeer Khan, Baigang An, Xiang Zhou, Zunfeng Liu, Meifang Zhu
Summary: Spider silk is a natural polymeric fiber with remarkable mechanical properties attributed to its hierarchical structure. Researchers have been motivated to develop artificial functional fibers mimicking spider silk, and this review provides insights into the biomimetic preparation of such fibers with interesting properties. Biomimetic studies have yielded noteworthy findings in artificial fibers aiming to exceed the properties of natural spider silk.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Juan Jose Sandoval-Gio, Jose Manuel Cervantes-Uc, Gerardo Rivera-Munoz, Carlos Juan Alvarado-Lopez
Summary: This study compared the physicochemical properties of two parts (prosoma and opisthosoma) of the horseshoe crab exoskeleton. The results showed that both parts contain chitin and have a high mineral content.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
Mohammad Javad Javid-Naderi, Javad Behravan, Negar Karimi-Hajishohreh, Shirin Toosi
Summary: Damage or loss of bone tissue is a major issue affecting human well-being, and tissue engineering is used to recover and regenerate bone fractures and damage. Polymer biomaterials are the most commonly required materials for synthetic bone scaffolds due to their suitable mechanical properties and degradation rates. Synthetic polymers offer advantages in bone replacement because they can be designed and changed easily, and their biocompatibility has been widely accepted in tissue engineering. This article updates on materials and application usage of scaffolds in bone tissue engineering for hard tissue regeneration.
POLYMERS FOR ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Vincenzo Fazio, Domenico De Tommasi, Nicola Maria Pugno, Giuseppe Puglisi
Summary: A microstructure inspired model was proposed to describe the effects of humidity and temperature on the mechanical response of spider silks, demonstrating the predictive capability by quantitatively reproducing the experimentally observed behavior.
JOURNAL OF THE MECHANICS AND PHYSICS OF SOLIDS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Jing Liao, Yuhang Zhou, Bo Hou, Jiamin Zhang, Huihua Huang
Summary: The current trends in food packaging systems are moving towards biodegradable polymer materials, particularly food biopolymer films made from polysaccharides and proteins. However, these materials face limitations in mechanical strength and barrier properties. Nano-chitin is seen as a promising functional and reinforcing material that can overcome these limitations. This review discusses the latest advances in nano-chitin preparation strategies and its uses in enhancing the properties of food biopolymer films.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2023)
Article
Biophysics
Deepak Patil, Sushma Kumari, Kaushik Chatterjee
Summary: This study presents an innovative spin-coating setup to generate nanotopography on 3D-printed polymer scaffolds, which exhibit excellent bactericidal and osteogenic activities. The nanostructured PLA surface showed a high bactericidal effect on P. aeruginosa and S. aureus, while also supporting pre-osteoblast attachment and proliferation. This work has important implications for engineering next-generation 3D printed bioactive tissue scaffolds.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Mohammad Tajul Islam, Raechel M. Laing, Cheryl A. Wilson, Michelle McConnell, M. Azam Ali
Summary: Novel nanofibrous PVA/keratin/chitosan 3DENS with relatively uniform fibrous structure, suitable porosity, swelling properties, and degradation potential for biomedical applications were fabricated through electrospinning technique. The physiochemical properties of the polymer solutions, such as viscosity and conductivity, were investigated to demonstrate the potential of these 3DENS. The study showed that the properties of the 3DENS were affected by the mass ratio of keratin and chitosan to PVA, indicating the potential for tailored biomedical applications.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Alexander L. Danesi, Dimitra Athanasiadou, Ahmad Mansouri, Alina Phen, Mehrnoosh Neshatian, James Holcroft, Johan Bonde, Bernhard Ganss, Karina M. M. Carneiro
Summary: Biomineralization is a crucial process in which organisms produce mineralized tissues, such as teeth, bones, and shells, composed of hierarchically organized hydroxyapatite crystals. Developing protein-based materials as artificial scaffolds for guiding hydroxyapatite growth is an attractive goal for designing ordered nanomaterials and tissue regeneration. Uniaxial hydroxyapatite growth on a nanoengineered amelogenin scaffold combined with amelotin may provide insights into the molecular mechanism of hydroxyapatite formation and mineralized tissue formation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanhuizhi Feng, Huai-Ling Gao, Di Wu, Yu-Teng Weng, Ze-Yu Wang, Shu-Hong Yu, Zuolin Wang
Summary: The bio-inspired lamellar chitosan scaffold (LCS), manufactured through a bidirectional freezing method, shows excellent mechanical properties in the hydrated state and accelerates vessel formation and soft tissue regeneration in vivo, as well as inducing macrophage differentiation to M2 macrophages.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Martin G. Banwell, Brett Pollard, Xin Liu, Luke A. Connal
Summary: The four most prominent forms of biomass can be exploited as feedstocks to support the chemical supply chain, including in the production of fine chemicals. Different approaches are possible, and some are being developed in the authors' laboratories.
CHEMISTRY-AN ASIAN JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Liubov Muzychka, Alona Voronkina, Valentine Kovalchuk, Oleg B. Smolii, Marcin Wysokowski, Iaroslav Petrenko, Diaa T. A. Youssef, Irina Ehrlich, Hermann Ehrlich
Summary: Marine sponges of the order Verongiida have survived for more than 500 million years by utilizing a unique chemical protection strategy through biosynthesis of over 300 biologically active bromotyrosine derivatives. These compounds are synthesized within specialized cells and can be extruded into seawater to form a protective space against pathogens. The compounds show antimicrobial activity against clinical strains of various bacteria, and the research has shifted towards a water-based extraction method to mimic natural conditions for isolating these compounds.
APPLIED PHYSICS A-MATERIALS SCIENCE & PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Arjumand Riaz, Umme Kalsoom, Haq Nawaz Bhatti, Teofil Jesionowski, Muhammad Bilal
Summary: Dye-contaminated toxic waste is a significant environmental problem, but peroxidase from lemon peels has been found to efficiently degrade dyes. In this study, the enzyme successfully degraded two dyes with environmental and cost advantages.
BIOPROCESS AND BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Junaid Munawar, Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, Shan E. Zehra Syeda, Shahid Nawaz, Farooque Ahmed Janjhi, Hameed Ul Haq, Ehsan Ullah Rashid, Teofil Jesionowski, Muhammad Bilal
Summary: Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have excellent intrinsic characteristics that make them suitable for various applications such as energy storage, catalysis, optics, sensory responses, and biomedical sciences. Current research is focused on designing novel MOF composites with multifunctional attributes and physicochemical structures, as well as exploiting their morphological and size properties for new applications. MOFs have been shown to be effective nanoplatforms for cancer diagnosis, drug delivery, and bioimaging, thanks to their unique features including low cytotoxicity, high porosity, biodegradability, and tunable framework. This review not only explores the potential of MOFs in cancer therapy and imaging, but also highlights their future prospects and challenges in this field.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Umme Kalsoom, Haq Nawaz Bhatti, Kiran Aftab, Faiza Amin, Teofil Jesionowski, Muhammad Bilal
Summary: This study investigated the potential of Brassica oleracea peroxidase in degrading reactive textile dyes Remazol Turquoise Blue 133 G and Drim Red CL4BN. The results showed that optimal conditions for enzymatic decolorization of these dyes were achieved with specific pH, temperature, enzyme activity, hydrogen peroxide concentration, and dye concentration. The findings suggest that Brassica oleracea peroxidase has the potential to efficiently remediate dye pollutants and dye-based industrial effluents in a green technology theme.
BIOPROCESS AND BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Adam Kubiak, Anna Grzegorska, Elzbieta Gabala, Joanna Zembrzuska, Miroslaw Szybowicz, Hubert Fuks, Anna Szymczyk, Anna Zielinska-Jurek, Marek Sikorski, Teofil Jesionowski
Summary: A novel method incorporating carbon into the structure of titania has been proposed using a widely used and cheap surfactant, cetyltrimethylammonium bromide. The method allows for the synthesis of TiO2-C nanostructures with carbon deposited either on the surface or between the TiO2 nanoparticles. The research is innovative in the design of cheap LED solutions and facile synthesis of TiO2-C for energy-saving photocatalytic systems.
JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY A-CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Patryk J. Jedrzejczak, Anna Parus, Sebastian Balicki, Kamil Kornaus, Marcin Janczarek, Kazimiera A. Wilk, Teofil Jesionowski, Agnieszka Slosarczyk, Ukasz Klapiszewski
Summary: An experimental and statistical analysis was conducted to investigate the effects of six different types of titanium dioxide on various properties of cement composites. The study found that the size and surface area of the titanium dioxide particles significantly influenced the mechanical and rheological properties of the composites. The choice of polymorph also played a role in determining the photocatalytic and antibacterial properties. The results obtained from the experimental design model were highly correlated with the experimental data, confirming that the anatase form of titanium dioxide was the most effective additive for inducing antibacterial and photocatalytic properties.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ewelina Weidner, Przemyslaw Bartczak, Joanna Goscianska, Teofil Jesionowski, Mietek Jaroniec, Filip Ciesielczyk
Summary: This study presents the synthesis and characterization of Al2O3/La2O3 using the soft-templating method, and investigates its potential as a delivery system for diclofenac (DFC). The synthesized material had a well-developed mesoporous structure with a high surface area and pore volume, as confirmed by various analytical techniques. The effectiveness of incorporating lanthana into the alumina structure was also demonstrated. DFC sorption onto Al2O3/La2O3 was found to be complex and pH-dependent, with favorable sorption observed in acidic conditions.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Izabela Klapiszewska, Lukasz Lawniczak, Sebastian Balicki, Bartosz Gapinski, Michal Wieczorowski, Kazimiera A. Wilk, Teofil Jesionowski, Lukasz Klapiszewski, Agnieszka Slosarczyk
Summary: One of the key considerations in shaping the antibacterial properties of nano-mixed cementitious composites is the proper dispersion of zinc oxide nanoparticles in the cement matrix. This study utilized a two-stage modification process, involving both dry mixing and the addition of a superplasticizer, to achieve better dispersion of zinc oxide in the cement matrix. The results showed that combining mechanical and ultrasonic mixing resulted in the most homogeneous mixture, while composites obtained solely through mechanical mixing exhibited better antimicrobial properties.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hafiz Adnan Akram, Muhammad Imran, Ayesha Javaid, Shoomaila Latif, Nayab Batool Rizvi, Teofil Jesionowski, Muhammad Bilal
Summary: Developing countries face the challenges of energy crisis and increasing pollution. Hydrogen is considered a promising next-generation energy resource due to its sustainability and carbon-free nature. Various methods have been explored to extract hydrogen from algal and lignocellulosic biomass. This review analyzes pretreatment methods and biohydrogen yields from these biomass sources, and also discusses the catalytic conversion of pretreated biomass using metal organic frameworks for biofuel production.
MOLECULAR CATALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ahmad Farhan, Misbah Zulfiqar, Samiah, Ehsan Ullah Rashid, Shahid Nawaz, Hafiz M. N. Iqbal, Teofil Jesionowski, Muhammad Bilal, Jakub Zdarta
Summary: The presence of heavy and toxic metals in water sources has negative implications for human health and ecosystems. Recent research has focused on the use of nanomaterials for the removal of these metals, leading to the development of advanced techniques.
CURRENT POLLUTION REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Anil Kumar Singh, Muhammad Bilal, Teofil Jesionowski, Hafiz M. N. Iqbal
Summary: Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) have persistent negative effects on the environment and public health, and there is currently no approved paradigm for integrating EDC-related risks on a global scale. To better understand and predict the consequences of EDCs, a computational framework was used to assess the toxic risks and hazards of seven EDCs. The findings revealed severe toxicological risks posed by EDCs and suggested the potential use of enzymes for green sustainable degradation to mitigate these risks.
SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Przemyslaw Bartczak, Katarzyna Siwinska-Ciesielczyk, Natalia Haak, Anna Parus, Adam Piasecki, Teofil Jesionowski, Slawomir Borysiak
Summary: Currently, there is a lot of attention on organic-inorganic composite materials due to their unique properties. This study investigates the effect of incorporating inorganic oxide fillers (TiO2 and TiO2-ZnO) on the mechanical, insulating, and microbial properties of polyurethane spray foam, a building material. The results show that adding inorganic fillers improves the strength, thermal properties, and microbial purity of the foam. The use of such materials can significantly enhance the insulation quality and overall indoor environmental quality.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Agnieszka Rybarczyk, Wojciech Smu, Adam Grzywaczyk, Ewa Kaczorek, Teofil Jesionowski, Long D. Nghiem, Jakub Zdarta
Summary: This study presents a biocatalytic system using immobilized laccase and 3D printed biopolymer scaffoldings. The scaffoldings were computer-designed and 3D printed using PLA filament. The immobilization of laccase onto the PLA scaffolds was optimized, resulting in improved stability and reusability. The immobilized laccase showed higher enzymatic activity and removal efficiency of estrogens from wastewater compared to free laccase.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Marcin Wysokowski, Rachel K. Luu, Sofia Arevalo, Eesha Khare, Witold Stachowiak, Michal Niemczak, Teofil Jesionowski, Markus J. Buehler
Summary: Since the discovery of deep eutectic solvents (DESs) in 2003, significant progress has been made in their preparation and physicochemical characterization. Their low cost and unique tailored properties have led to their increasing importance in sustainable processing and synthesis of advanced materials. This paper discusses the significance of these designer solvents, particularly in the field of biomimetic materials chemistry, and explores their potential for developing biomineralization-inspired hybrid materials.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Anita Kubiak, Martyna Pajewska-Szmyt, Martyna Kotula, Bartosz Lesniewski, Alona Voronkina, Parvaneh Rahimi, Sedigheh Falahi, Korbinian Heimler, Anika Rogoll, Carla Vogt, Alexander Ereskovsky, Paul Simon, Enrico Langer, Armin Springer, Maik Foerste, Alexandros Charitos, Yvonne Joseph, Teofil Jesionowski, Hermann Ehrlich
Summary: This study presents a new biomimetic approach for the development of a lepidocrocite-containing 3D spongin scaffold using artificial seawater and iron. The research proposes a mechanism of lepidocrocite formation and suggests the potential application of the biocomposite as an electrochemical dopamine sensor.
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Anita Kubiak, Alona Voronkina, Martyna Pajewska-Szmyt, Martyna Kotula, Bartosz Lesniewski, Alexander Ereskovsky, Korbinian Heimler, Anika Rogoll, Carla Vogt, Parvaneh Rahimi, Sedigheh Falahi, Roberta Galli, Enrico Langer, Maik Foerste, Alexandros Charitos, Yvonne Joseph, Hermann Ehrlich, Teofil Jesionowski
Summary: In this study, spongin from Hippospongia communis was used as a template to develop a new 3D composite containing goethite. The obtained composite showed potential industrial applications and exhibited satisfactory performance in the electrochemical sensing of dopamine in human urine samples.
