Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Cong Wang, Wanyi Liu, Hui Cao, Lingyun Jia, Pengtao Liu
Summary: In this experiment, nano-divalent silver oxide powder was successfully prepared using a chemical oxidation method, and a cellulose antibacterial aerogel with high porosity and strong antibacterial properties was developed by combining it with cellulose nanofibrils, showing significant antibacterial effects.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lin Li, Chengfu Zhang, Lina Tian, Zihang Wu, Dongqing Wang, Tifeng Jiao
Summary: In this study, six different membrane materials were prepared using the electrostatic spinning method and characterized. The antimicrobial properties of the materials were tested using a modified AATCC100-200 test method. The PCL/PEO/CS/CTAB(0.4) material showed the highest antimicrobial performance, with 83.7% effectiveness against S. aureus and 99.9% effectiveness against E. coli. This biodegradable and highly antimicrobial material has potential applications in wound dressings and masks.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xinwei Guan, Prashant Kumar, Zhixuan Li, Thi Kim Anh Tran, Sumit Chahal, Zhihao Lei, Chien-Yu Huang, Chun-Ho Lin, Jing-Kai Huang, Long Hu, Yuan-Chih Chang, Li Wang, Jolitta S. J. Britto, Logeshwaran Panneerselvan, Dewei Chu, Tom Wu, Ajay Karakoti, Jiabao Yi, Ajayan Vinu
Summary: This article reports the discovery of incorporating borophene into cellulose nanofibers (CNF), which enables excellent environmental stability with a high light-to-heat conversion efficiency of 91.5% and a water evaporation rate of 1.45 kg m(-2) h(-1) under simulated sunlight. It is also demonstrated that borophene papers can be used as an excellent active photothermal material for eliminating almost 100% of both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria within 20 min under three sun irradiations.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Cong Wang, Hui Cao, Lingyun Jia, Wenli Liu, Pengtao Liu
Summary: This study designed an aerogel material using TOCNF/ε-PL network and citric acid as the cross-linking agent. Experimental results showed that the aerogel had good mechanical properties, antibacterial effects, biodegradability, and blood compatibility, indicating great potential applications in medical and food packaging fields.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Md. Kaiser Haider, Davood Kharaghani, Yuji Yoshiko, Ick Soo Kim
Summary: This study utilized lignin as a reducing and capping agent to green synthesize silver and copper nanoparticles on the surface of highly activated poly-acryloamidoxime nanofibers. The bimetal-coated nanofibers exhibited superior antibacterial activity against E. coli and S. aureus bacterial strains, and showed acceptable biocompatibility with COS-7 cells even at higher loading (%) of Ag/Cu nanoparticles.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Naglaa Salem El-Sayed, Ahmed Salama, Vincenzo Guarino
Summary: A novel anionic nanostructured cellulose derivate was prepared by coupling TEMPO-oxidized cellulose nanofibers with 3-aminopropyl sulfonic acid (3-APSA). The surface morphology of the cellulose nanofibers was improved after the 3-APSA coupling, resulting in enhanced adsorption capacity for methylene blue. The study suggests that chemical grafting via 3-APSA is a reliable method to design high-performance adsorbent materials for water pollutant remediation.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiangyu Lin, Lizhen Guo, Hiba Shaghaleh, Yousef Alhaj Hamoud, Xu Xu, He Liu
Summary: A novel MOF MIL-100(Fe)@CNFs hydrogel for slow-release fertilizers with temperature and pH response was prepared. Characterization of the hydrogels and evaluation using urea as a model fertilizer showed that MC10% hydrogels exhibited superior swelling capacity, water-retention, and slow-release performance. Additionally, wheat fertilized with MC hydrogels showed increased growth and photosynthetic rate.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Gabriela Madalina Oprica, Denis Mihaela Panaitescu, Catalina Diana Usurelu, George Mihai Vlasceanu, Paul Octavian Stanescu, Brandusa Elena Lixandru, Valentin Vasile, Augusta Raluca Gabor, Cristian-Andi Nicolae, Marius Ghiurea, Adriana Nicoleta Frone
Summary: NC was endowed with antibacterial activity by incorporating basil ethanolic extract (BE) and basil seed mucilage (BSM). The obtained sponges showed an opened-cell structure and nanofibrillar morphology, with highly impregnated nanofibers in NC/BE sponges with higher amounts of BE. The NC/BE sponge with the highest amount of BE demonstrated no cytotoxic effect and inhibited the growth of S. aureus.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Zeyu Han, Mujie Yuan, Lubin Liu, Kaiyue Zhang, Baodong Zhao, Bin He, Yan Liang, Fan Li
Summary: This review provides an overview of the design strategies and advanced functions of pH-responsive hydrogel wound dressings, including their excellent antibacterial properties and significant pro-healing abilities. The pH-monitoring functions and related pH indicators are also summarized in detail. The achievements, challenges, and future development trends of pH-responsive wound dressings are discussed.
NANOSCALE HORIZONS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Haiying Cui, Jingyu Lu, Changzhu Li, Lin Lin
Summary: A novel controlled-release antibacterial nanofiber was fabricated by electrospinning, successfully loading eugenol@cationic starch nanoparticles into phospholipid nanofibers to achieve controlled release of eugenol against Bacillus cereus. The nanofibers demonstrated significant antibacterial activity against B. cereus and did not damage the color and texture of beef samples.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Changzhu Li, Mei Bai, Xiaochen Chen, Wei Hu, Haiying Cui, Lin Lin
Summary: Functional packaging using basil essential oil and nanofiber system showed effective antibacterial activity against L. monocytogenes. Incorporation of soybean lecithin accelerated the release of antibacterial agents and enhanced the antibacterial activity. The prepared antibacterial nanofibrous mats helped maintain the quality of chilled pork during storage.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Jingyan Liu, Rendang Yang, Yang Wang, Fieguo Hua, Shuhua Tong
Summary: Cationic cellulose nanofibers (CCNFs) with different degrees of substitution were successfully prepared and applied in salt-free dyeing of cellulose paper. The results showed that CCNFs had high adsorption capacity and uptake rate for anionic dyes, and exhibited good color fixation and dye adsorption during the dyeing process.
Article
Polymer Science
Shahla Khalili, Nazanin Ghane, Saied Nouri Khorasani, Fariba Heydari, Arjan Atwal, Pooya Davoodi
Summary: A coaxial nanofibrous scaffold of poly (epsilon-caprolactone) and gelatin/cellulose acetate encapsulating anti-inflammatory and antibacterial drugs was developed for skin tissue regeneration. The crosslinked scaffold showed improved mechanical properties and slower drug release compared to the uncrosslinked scaffold. The scaffold exhibited significant antibacterial activity. This study suggests that the coaxial nanofibrous scaffold is a promising candidate for simultaneous tissue regeneration and controlled drug release.
Article
Polymer Science
Mujahid Mehdi, Huihui Qiu, Bing Dai, Raja Fahad Qureshi, Sadam Hussain, Muhammad Yousif, Peng Gao, Zeeshan Khatri
Summary: A novel sericin encapsulated silver nanoclusters were synthesized and incorporated into electrospun cellulose acetate fibers, showing enhanced antibacterial efficiency against E. coli and S. aureus. The composite material exhibited promising potential as an antibacterial product.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Qiaoling Chen, Guizhu Ke, Yonghua Hu, Peng Fei, Jingxian Wu
Summary: In this study, holocellulose was extracted from passion fruit peel and used to prepare cellulose nanofibers. Silver nanoparticles were then reduced on the cellulose nanofibers in situ. The obtained AgNP-CNFs complex exhibited excellent antibacterial properties, making it suitable for applications in the food, medical, and chemical industries.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Paramdeep Kaur, Sneha Singh, Renu, Jyoti, Vinod Kumar, K. B. Tikoo, Anupama Kaushik, Sonal Singhal
Summary: This study focused on the synthesis of eco-friendly and magnetic retrievable catalysts using reduced graphene oxide and multiwalled carbon nanotubes as support for strontium hexaferrite. The composites showed improved catalytic activity for the oxidative degradation of organic pollutants due to the synergistic interactions between different components, providing larger specific surface areas and more catalytically active sites. Additionally, the synthesized composites exhibited excellent recyclability, making them promising candidates for industrial catalysts.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Komal, Kanu Gupta, Nidhi, Anupama Kaushik, Sonal Singhal
Summary: Efforts have been made to synthesize sustainable nanoadsorbents from surplus biomass utilizing green synthetic strategies. Functionalized graphene oxide and cellulose nanofibers were compared for their adsorption performance, showing the potential for sustainable resource utilization from surplus biomass.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Preeti Tewatia, Vijay Kumar, Sharmistha Samota, Sonal Singhal, Anupama Kaushik
Summary: This study developed a sensing and annihilation system for arsenite ions in water using wheat-straw cellulose, which exhibited strong affinity and high adsorption capacity for As(III) ions, with low detection limit and excellent reusability and stability. BF@CFs showed promising potential as a dual functional sensor and adsorbent for arsenic removal in water bodies in northern India.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Paramdeep Kaur, Jyoti, Sneha Singh, Diksha Aggarwal, Nitansh, Vinod Kumar, Kulbhushan Tikoo, Anupama Kaushik, Sonal Singhal
Summary: A novel hexagonal ferrite-based core-shell-shell nanostructures (SrFe@Dop@M, M = Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu and Zn) were designed for dual application of simultaneous electrochemical detection and photocatalytic degradation. The synthesized nanostructures were characterized by PXRD, FE-SEM, HR-TEM, and XPS techniques. The best photocatalytic performance was observed in SrFe@Dop@Mn, which had the lowest energy band gap value and highest electron transfer rate. The modified SrFe@Dop@Mn glassy carbon electrode was successfully used as an electrochemical sensor for the detection of levofloxacin in waste water samples.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Salma S. Syed, Liyamol Jacob, G. Bharath, Mohammed Abu Haija, Anupama Kaushik, Fawzi Banat
Summary: Ultra-small gold nanoparticles were successfully synthesized for the efficient degradation of 4-nitrophenol in wastewater by absorbing visible and near-infrared light. The gold photocathode exhibited high electrochemical activity and successfully reduced 4-nitrophenol under VIS-NIR light irradiation. The photocathode completely reduced 4-nitrophenol in wastewater within 35 minutes. This study demonstrates the effectiveness of the photoelectrochemical process in degrading organic compounds in wastewater.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Preeti Tewatia, Vishwas Kaushik, Manjot Singh Jyoti, Deepak Pathania, Sonal Singhal, Anupama Kaushik
Summary: To address heavy-metal ions in wastewater, researchers synthesized boron nitride quantum dots (BNQDs) in-situ on rice straw derived cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) as a substrate. The composite system, BNQD@CNFs, had strong hydrophilic-hydrophobic interactions and a large surface area of luminescent fibers. BNQD@CNFs showed affinity for Hg(II) and successfully adsorbed it due to strong electrostatic interactions and the presence of polar B-N bonds. This composite also exhibited high potential in wastewater remediation, with a high adsorption capacity and recyclability.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Vijay Kumar, Gaurav Rattan, Preeti Tewatia, Manpreet Kaur, Deepak Pathania, Sonal Singhal, Anupama Kaushik
Summary: Cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) derived from rice straw were used to develop effective fluorescent sensors for simultaneous detection of chromium Cr(VI) and mercury Hg(II) ions, addressing the problems of rice straw burning and heavy metal pollution. Modified CNFs with L-histidine (CHIS) exhibited significant fluorescence quenching in response to Cr(VI) and Hg(II) ions, with detection limits of 2.236 nM and 3.97 nM, respectively. XPS studies revealed strong interactions of CHIS with the metal ions, leading to fluorescence quenching. The sensor showed high selectivity, stability, and usability up to 4 cycles.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kavita Sharma, Preeti Tewatia, Manpreet Kaur, Deepak Pathania, Fawzi Banat, Gaurav Rattan, Sonal Singhal, Anupama Kaushik
Summary: An easily recyclable biocatalyst called Lac@CDI-MCNFs was synthesized by immobilizing laccase on rice straw-derived carbonyldiimidazole mediated magnetized cellulose nanofibers (MCNFs). Lac@CDI-MCNFs were used for bioremediation of cefixime antibiotic (CT), carbofuran pesticide (CF) and safranin O dye (SO) in wastewater through oxidation-reduction reactions. The Lac@CDI-MCNFs showed high stability and could be reused for up to 25 cycles with only a 20% decline in effectiveness. They effectively degraded 98.2% CT and 96.8% CF within 20 hours, as well as completely degrading SO in just 7 hours.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jaspreet Kaur, Paramdeep Kaur, Twinkle Garg, Vinod Kumar, Kulbhushan Tikoo, Bhupender Singh, Christian Paulik, Anupama Kaushik, Sonal Singhal, Sonal Singhal
Summary: Highly fluorescent carbon dots (TCDs) were synthesized using Tulsi Leaves and anchored on NiFe2O4 (NF) nanoparticles via a hydrothermal method, producing smart magnetically retrievable fluorescent nanohybrids (NFTCDs) for the first time. NFTCDs were capable of accurately detecting and efficiently degrading hazardous contaminants in aqueous samples through a photo-Fenton degradation mechanism. The NFTCDs-based platform demonstrated reliable quantification of toxic substances in real samples, with recyclability up to four cycles. This work presents a novel NFTCDs nanohybrid as an intelligent platform for synchronized monitoring and removal of deleterious contaminants, ensuring human safety.
SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Twinkle Garg, Jaspreet Kaur, Vinod Kumar, Kulbhushan Tikoo, Anupama Kaushik, Sonal Singhal
Summary: Industrial development is a global issue due to the disposal of pollutants in water bodies. Many researchers use photocatalysis for effective removal of pollutants from wastewater. However, the design of materials that can remove and detect pollutants is still challenging.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Manpreet Kaur, Vijay Kumar, Kavita Sharma, Sumant Saini, Mukta Sharma, Christian Paulik, Hideaki Yoshitake, Gaurav Rattan, Anupama Kaushik
Summary: Hemp stalks in northern India can be used as a good source of cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) for various applications. A study has successfully attached disulfide linkages on hemp-derived CNFs, resulting in CNF-S-S-CNF with high selectivity for mercury ions and affinity for safranin O. Response surface methodology was applied to optimize the process parameters, and various kinetic and isotherm models were used to understand the adsorption mechanism. The results demonstrated the strong interaction between CNF-S-S-CNF and Hg(II) ions, indicating its potential in wastewater remediation.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jaspreet Kaur, Kavita Sharma, Anupama Kaushik
Summary: A novel eco-friendly aerogel was prepared from waste hemp stalk derived cellulose, which showed excellent potential in sustained release of fertilizers. The aerogel exhibited super-absorbent behavior and sustained release of encapsulated nutrients, making it an effective approach for agriculture waste management and sustained agriculture applications.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Twinkle Garg, Anupama Nitansh, Ankita Goyal, Anupama Kaushik, Sonal Singhal
Summary: Semiconductor photocatalysis, particularly g-C3N4 based Z-scheme heterojunctions, has gained attention for its potential in addressing pollution and energy demands. The unique electronic structure and stability of g-C3N4 make it suitable for visible-light driven redox reactions, despite its high recombination rate of charge carriers. This review summarizes the charge transfer mechanism and synthesis strategies of g-C3N4 heterostructures, while highlighting the accomplishments in various applications such as pollutant degradation, water splitting, and reduction of carbon dioxide and heavy metal ions.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jaspreet Kaur, Renu, Ankush Komal, Ankush Sheoran, Vinod Nidhi, Vinod Kumar, Kulbhushan Tikoo, Bhupender Singh, Anupama Kaushik, Sonal Singhal
Summary: This research aims to develop a multi-analyte fluorescent probe based on biocompatible chitosan capped CdS QDs for the detection of environmentally harmful organic pollutants. The probe showed high sensitivity and selectivity towards nitrophenolic explosives, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, and organochlorine pesticide in wastewater. It demonstrated excellent detection performance in real sample analysis.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Twinkle Garg, Renu, Jaspreet Kaur, Paramdeep Kaur, Nitansh, Vinod Kumar, Kulbhushan Tikoo, Anupama Kaushik, Sonal Singhal
Summary: A novel ternary heterostructure with dual Z-scheme g-C3N4/ZnO/NiFe2O4 was designed and synthesized, which showed enhanced photocatalytic activity for the degradation of fluoroquinolone antibiotics and selective fluorescence sensing. The improved photocatalytic activity was attributed to the dual Z-scheme charge transfer mechanism, resulting in enhanced visible light absorption and reduced recombination rate. The fluorescence sensor exhibited high selectivity and sensitivity for the detection of fluoroquinolones.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wei-Han Hui, Yen-Lin Chen, Shu-Wei Chang
Summary: Crosslinking affects the mechanical behavior and tissue metabolism of collagen-based tissues. Aging and diabetes alter the crosslinking type and density, thus changing tissue properties. High-connectivity enzymatic crosslinking and advanced-glycation end-products result in uniform deformation under daily activity, while low-connectivity enzymatic crosslinking does not. High-connectivity model displays more sliding, while AGEs induce instability in structures near the binding sites.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yao-Bin Ma, Xiao-Qiu Zhou, Wei-Dan Jiang, Pei Wu, Yang Liu, Shu-Wei Li, Ling Tang, Lu Zhang, Hai-Feng Mi, Lin Feng
Summary: Tea polyphenols (TPs) are an inexpensive feed additive that can protect the gill function of fish against Flavobacterium columnare (F. columnare) through various mechanisms, including suppression of oxidative stress, apoptosis, and inflammation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yan-Jia Guo, Jing-Ru Pang, Yu Zhang, Zhong-Rui Li, Xiao-Lin Zi, Hong-Min Liu, Ning Wang, Li-Juan Zhao, Ya Gao, Bo Wang, Piet Herdewijn, Cheng-Yun Jin, Ying Liu, Yi-Chao Zheng
Summary: This study identifies the conjugation of NEDD8 to LSD1 and its impact on GC cells, revealing the significance of LSD1 neddylation in GC.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Geum-Jae Jeong, Fazlurrahman Khan, Nazia Tabassum, Young-Mog Kim
Summary: Vibrio species are motile gram-negative bacteria commonly found in aquatic environments. They can adapt to environmental fluctuations and develop protective mechanisms against host immune systems. Different types of sigma and anti-sigma factors play important roles in regulating gene expression and virulence in Vibrio species.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zahra Mohammadbagheri, Behrooz Movahedi, Shaghayegh Saeedi, Abbas Rahmati
Summary: In this study, a reusable biobased composite hydrogel was successfully synthesized and used for the removal of Tl(I) from aqueous solutions. The hydrogel exhibited high adsorption capacity and thermal stability, and the adsorption process was found to be thermodynamically spontaneous. The results demonstrated that the hydrogel can be reused multiple times without significant loss of its adsorption capacity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Iqra Batool, Muhammad Imran, Ayesha Anwar, Farhan Ahmed Khan, Afrah E. Mohammed, Ashwag Shami, Hafiz Iqbal
Summary: Enzyme immobilization on ZnO/SnO2 and ZnO/SnO2/SA nanocomposites was studied, and the catalytic and biochemical characteristics of the immobilized enzyme were investigated. The results showed that ZnO/SnO2 and ZnO/SnO2/SA nanostructures are suitable carriers for enzyme immobilization.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Elias Mosaffa, Dhruvi Patel, Nasim Amiri Ramsheh, Rishikumar Indravadan Patel, Atanu Banerjee, Hossein Ghafuri
Summary: In this study, a unique 3D bead structure of adsorbent, composed of bacterial cellulose microfilaments reinforced chitosan adorned with melamine 2D plates, was synthesized for anionic dye removal. The adsorbent showed high specific surface area and abundant functional groups, resulting in exceptional adsorption capacity. The characteristics and optimal conditions of the adsorbent were assessed and analyzed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Carolina Gismene, Jorge Enrique Hernandez Gonzalez, Marilia de Freitas Calmon, Andrey Fabricio Ziem Nascimento, Angela Rocio Nino Santisteban, Felipe Antunes Calil, Alana Della Torre da Silva, Paula Rahal, Rejane Maira Goes, Raghuvir Krishnaswamy Arni, Ricardo Barros Mariutti
Summary: Mammaliicoccus sciuri, a bacterium of clinical and veterinary relevance, expresses the virulence factor Exfoliative Toxin C (ExhC), which binds specifically to desmoglein-1 (Dsg1) and plays a role in tissue integrity. This study investigates the necrotic activity of ExhC and identifies a variant lacking necrotic potential but retaining enzymatic activity through mutagenesis experiments and crystal structure determination.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bibhas K. Bhunia, Ashutosh Bandyopadhyay, Souradeep Dey, Biman B. Mandal
Summary: Intervertebral disc degeneration is a major cause of chronic low back pain and disability. Researchers have developed a bioactive silk-based hybrid hydrogel system functionalized with decellularized human Wharton's jelly extracellular matrix as bioactive cues. The hydrogels mimic the rheological and mechanical properties of the native nucleus pulposus tissue and support cell viability, proliferation, and tissue maturation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Qun Zhang, Yonggan Yan, Zhao Li, Jing Du, Kai Zhang, Liguo Zhang, Ting Wang, Alberto Bianco, Shaohua Ge, Baojin Ma
Summary: A new crosslinking strategy has been devised to construct injectable sodium alginate hydrogels, which can be regulated for injectability and have great potential in biomedical applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Seong Eun Hong, Ji-Soo Lee, Hyeon Gyu Lee
Summary: The potential of multi-layer nanoemulsions for improving the cellular uptake, antioxidant activity, and in vitro bioaccessibility of alpha-tocopherol was examined. The results showed that the multi-layer nanoemulsions significantly enhanced the cellular uptake and antioxidant activity of alpha-tocopherol compared to free coumarin 6. Furthermore, the use of chitosan and dextran sulfate as wall materials in the multi-layer nanoemulsions led to even higher cellular uptake, in vitro bioaccessibility, and antioxidant activity of alpha-tocopherol.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jingjing Yu, Yanhui Zhang, Ruoning Zhang, Yanxiang Gao, Like Mao
Summary: High internal phase emulsions (HIPEs) based on beeswax (BW) oleogels and octenyl succinic acid starch (OSA starch) were prepared by a simple one-step method. The results showed that oleogelation improved the stability and encapsulation capability of the HIPEs, which is significant for the development of novel healthy food.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bi-Feng Yao, Xiu-Ju Luo, Jun Peng
Summary: The balanced and continuous fission and fusion of mitochondria, regulated by OPA1, are important for maintaining mitochondrial dynamics in cardiovascular disorders. Understanding the role of OPA1 in mitochondrial fusion can provide insights into the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Gokul Paramasivam, Anandhavelu Sanmugam, Vishnu Vardhan Palem, Murugan Sevanan, Ananda Babu Sairam, Nachiappan Nachiappan, Buhyun Youn, Jung Sub Lee, Muthuchamy Nallal, Kang Hyun Park
Summary: Nanomaterials are being used to deliver therapeutic agents in living systems. Different nanotechnological applications such as immunosensors, immune assays, and drug delivery are being implemented using nanotechnology. Genomics plays a crucial role in selecting appropriate drugs for personalized cancer therapy. It helps in analyzing gene and protein expression, disease classification, and designing disease models. Delivering drugs to specific areas using nanoparticles is a challenging issue.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jing Li, Wei Wang, Han Wu, Feng Peng, Hui Gao, Ying Guan
Summary: In this study, CMH-based CPF films were prepared and their thermal and barrier properties were successfully regulated. The tensile strength and water vapor barrier property of CPF films were significantly improved, making them promising for food packaging applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)