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Biochemical Research Methods
Bao Tianshu, Zhang Lixuan, Wang Chunhong
Summary: In this study, a novel thermally stable, strongly basic resin with a cross-link biguanide structure was synthesized and investigated. The resin showed optimal thermal stability and adsorption capacity for separating sodium copper chlorophyllin (SCC) from plant extract. Results indicated that the main adsorption affinity of the resin towards SCC was due to the synergistic effects of hydrophobic and ionic interactions. The rise in temperature benefited the adsorption equilibrium. A high-purity SCC extract was successfully prepared using this resin.
JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY B-ANALYTICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN THE BIOMEDICAL AND LIFE SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Alexander Pestov, Yuliya Privar, Arseny Slobodyuk, Andrey Boroda, Svetlana Bratskaya
Summary: This study demonstrates the use of acyclic diethylacetal of acetaldehyde (ADA) with low cytotoxicity for the fabrication of hydrogels. The hydrogels were formed via Schiff bases formation between chitosan and acetaldehyde generated in situ from acetals in chitosan acetate solution. The formed hydrogels showed mechanical stability and insolubility in a broad pH range.
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Agricultural Engineering
Fazal- Fazal-ur-Rehman, Shahid Adeel, Salman Liaqat, Muhammad Hussaan, Rony Mia, Bulbul Ahmed, Haddar Wafa
Summary: This study investigated the microwave-assisted isolation of Alkannin dye from Alkanna tinctoria and its application in dyeing bio-mordanted silk. Different extracts and microwave treatment times were used to observe the dyeing effects. The use of bio-mordants ensured an eco-friendly and clean dyeing process. The acid solubilized extract showed higher color strength under specific conditions. Colorfastness tests indicated that bio-mordants outperformed chemical mordants in terms of color depth and fastness. The study demonstrated that microwave-assisted dyeing improved the dyeing performance, and the use of bio-mordants enhanced the color characteristics of silk fabric dyed with Alkanna tinctoria extract.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhong Zhao, Hui Jiang, Sirui Tan, Deshan Cheng, Lu Sun, Jihong Wu
Summary: To address the issue of natural dyes' susceptibility to photofading, researchers developed a durable SiO2@PVP layer on a sodium copper chlorophyllin (SCC) dyed fabric pre-coated with polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP). This layer, formed by in-situ growing SiO2 nanoparticles (NPs) with a diameter of 50 nm, successfully inhibited the photofading of the dye.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Aminoddin Haji, Fatemeh Shahmoradi Ghaheh, Lida Mohammadi
Summary: In this study, the natural dyeing of nylon fabric using dragon's blood resin extract was investigated and the process variables were optimized. The results showed that dragon's blood resin had good dyeing effect and colorfastness properties, making it a promising eco-friendly natural colorant source for sustainable nylon dyeing.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Fazal-ur-Rehman, Shahid Adeel, Salman Liaqat, Muhammad Hussaan, Rony Mia, Bulbul Ahmed, Haddar Wafa
Summary: This study investigates the microwave-assisted isolation of Alkannin dye from Alkanna tinctoria and the dyeing process of silk with bio-mordants. The results show that microwave treatment and the use of bio-mordants improve the dyeing performance and colorfastness of silk fabric dyed with Alkannin.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xuejie Guo, Haocheng Yang, Jun Wang
Summary: A zeolite framework-8/chitosan/melamine sponge adsorbent with superior mechanical and anti-biofouling properties was successfully prepared, showing high adsorption capacity and excellent low-concentration U(vi) adsorption performance. Its practical application potentiality was confirmed in natural seawater (Bohai).
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Khamphon Ma, Luxsika Ngamwonglumlert, Sakamon Devahastin, Nathamol Chindapan, Naphaporn Chiewchan
Summary: The study shows that superheated steam spray drying may not be suitable for producing coffee powder, but has potential for producing color powder. The powder produced by superheated steam spray drying has smaller particle size, higher bulk density, and more wrinkled surfaces, leading to superior solubility.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Liqin Zhou, Hui He, Mengying Tao, Yaseen Muhammad, Wenxue Gong, Qing Liu, Zhenxia Zhao, Zhongxing Zhao
Summary: In this study, an inverse opal structured IO-TiO2/Chl/IL photocatalyst was constructed to mimic the microenvironment of chloroplast and achieve the synergistic effect of CO2 capture and light-reaction system, resulting in efficient CO2 photoreduction to CH4.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Amer Rashid Hameed, Hatem Majdoub, Fawzi Habeeb Jabrail
Summary: Cross-linked microspheres loaded with Favipiravir SARS-CoV-2 antiviral drug were prepared using different cross-linking techniques. Analysis revealed that one of the polysaccharides was pectin extracted from pomegranate peels. The surface morphology of the microspheres differed, with Glu microspheres having a rough surface and SHMP microspheres having a smooth surface. The loading percentage of the drug was higher in SHMP microspheres, and the release time depended on the pH of the release medium.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Lisha Zhao, Wenzi Ckurshumova, Michael Fefer, Jun Liu, Todd Hoare
Summary: Effective delivery of the biostimulant sodium copper chlorophyllin (Cu-chl) into plants was achieved using hybrid nanovesicles based on sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate (SDBS) and cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB). These nanovesicles exhibited small particle size, good colloidal stability, controllable release rate, improved photostability of Cu-chl, and significant penetration into the plant root without causing significant phytotoxicity.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
E. S. Said, A. H. Mohammed, H. M. Ali, A. Y. Babiker, R. Alnughaymishi, N. Z. Althaqeel, A. S. Ahmed
Summary: The protective effects of sodium copper chlorophyllin and nebivolol were evaluated in a mice model of CCL4 induced hepatotoxicity. Co-administration of either silymarin, nebivolol, or sodium copper chlorophyllin with CCl4 ameliorated hepatic injury through their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities.
EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Sara Munana-Gonzalez, Antonio Veloso-Fernandez, Leire Ruiz-Rubio, Leyre Perez-Alvarez, Jose Luis Vilas-Vilela
Summary: Due to environmental concerns with petroleum-derived polymers, the use of natural polymers is increasing. Cellulose and chitin are the most commonly found biopolymers, with chitosan being a promising candidate for nanocarrier development. However, chitosan's solubility in aqueous medium at physiological pH limits its biomedical applicability. In this study, nanogels were successfully synthesized from different chitosan systems using the reverse microemulsion method and a cross-linking agent. The properties of the nanogels were analyzed and their potential use as drug delivery substrates was demonstrated.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
S. Vargas, I. Santamaria-Holek, R. Rodriguez
Summary: Cochineal, together with alum and tin, was used as a natural dye with the addition of five assistants to improve color stability and adhesion. The oscillations observed during the dyeing process were found to be dependent on the concentration of assistants.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Chen Yang, Manya Wang, Wei Wang, Hongyu Liu, Hongbing Deng, Yumin Du, Xiaowen Shi
Summary: A novel electrofabrication methodology using electrodeposition is developed for the fabrication of hydrogel contact lenses. This method allows for covalent cross-linking between chitosan and epichlorohydrin, improving the transmittance and toughness of hydrogels without affecting their oxygen permeability. The geometry and characteristics of the contact lenses can be customized through electrical signals and electrochemical cross-linking.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Yao Yu, Christopher Hurren, Keith R. Millington, Lu Sun, Xungai Wang
JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE
(2017)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Yao Yu, Christopher Hurren, Keith R. Millington, Lu Sun, Xungai Wang
JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Esfandiar Pakdel, Walid A. Daoud, Shayan Seyedin, Jinfeng Wang, Joselito M. Razal, Lu Sun, Xungai Wang
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2018)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Yujia Liang, Qi Han, Nolene Byrne, Lu Sun, Xungai Wang
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2018)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Esfandiar Pakdel, Maryam Naebe, Lu Sun, Xungai Wang
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2019)
Article
Polymer Science
Yujia Liang, Esfandiar Pakdel, Mingwen Zhang, Lu Sun, Xungai Wang
POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yujia Liang, Wanjie Xie, Esfandiar Pakdel, Mingwen Zhang, Lu Sun, Xungai Wang
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Zhong Zhao, Mingwen Zhang, Chris Hurren, Liming Zhou, Jihong Wu, Lu Sun
TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Zhong Zhao, Mingwen Zhang, Chris Hurren, Liming Zhou, Jihong Wu, Lu Sun
Review
Physiology
Yongxin Xu, Chenhao Yang, Yang Yang, Xini Zhang, Shen Zhang, Mingwen Zhang, Li Liu, Weijie Fu
Summary: Snowsport athletes face a high risk of injury, with freestyle skiing having the highest incidence, followed by alpine skiing and snowboarding. Both competitions and training sessions show a similar proportion of injuries, but the severity differs between events. Knee injuries are the most common and severe, with joint and ligament injuries being the most frequent type. Collision, falls, and non-contact injuries are the main causes of snowsport injuries. Future studies should focus on event characteristics and risk factors to develop effective prevention strategies.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Esfandiar Pakdel, Walid A. Daoud, Tarannum Afrin, Lu Sun, Xungai Wang