Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yanju Wang, Huazhen Rong, Lei Sun, Panpan Zhang, Yuting Yang, Lingchang Jiang, Sheng Wu, Guangshan Zhu, Xiaoqin Zou
Summary: The study fabricated three dense and crack-free membranes of MFI, LTA, and AEI typed zeolites. Water adsorption behaviors were investigated, and it was found that reversible water uptake plays a critical role in water mobility across the zeolite membranes. Higher reversible water uptake contributes to the transport of water molecules and improves saltwater desalination efficiency.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ihsanullah Ihsanullah, Muhammad Bilal
Summary: This review discusses the potential and applications of MXene-based membranes in the separation of oily wastewater, analyzing their preparation stages, separation mechanisms, regeneration potential, and stability performance, and providing recommendations for overcoming technological challenges.
APPLIED MATERIALS TODAY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jie Liu, Zitong Zhao, Lin Li, Yongsheng Wu, Haokang He
Summary: MXene membranes with different interlayer d-spacings were investigated for organic solvent nanofiltration. The solvent fluxes were regulated by the arrangements of solvents in the membrane, with solvent property becoming the dominant factor when the d-spacing is larger than 1.45 nm. MXene membranes demonstrated higher solvent flux and 100% rejection of Nile red, revealing key governing factors for solvent permeation and solute rejection.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Daniel A. Sanchez, Zhaohe Dai, Nanshu Lu
Summary: When 2D materials are supported by substrates, bubbles can form at the interface, negatively impacting device performance but also offering opportunities for novel chemistry and physics research.
TRENDS IN CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Xin Pang, Shixiang Xue, Tong Zhou, Quanlong Xu, Wanying Lei
Summary: The Ti3C2/WO3/PVDF photocatalytic membrane, prepared by dispersing WO3 nanoplates on the surface of Ti3C2 MXene, demonstrates efficient water purification and good photostability. The outstanding performance of the photocatalytic membrane is attributed to the electrical conductivity of Ti3C2, the formation of built-in electric field, and the large interface contact area between Ti3C2 and WO3.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Hongshan Wang, Zhenzhen He, Qiangbin Yang, Guangyong Zeng, Zhaomei Yang, Shengyan Pu
Summary: In this study, MXene nanosheets were functionalized with sodium lignosulfonate (LS) and MoS2 nanosheets were intercalated between the functionalized MXene layers to fabricate a two-dimensional MXene membrane. This composite membrane exhibited high water permeation and excellent dye separation characteristics. It had a significantly higher pure water flux compared to the unfunctionalized MXene membrane and showed good rejection of dye molecules. The composite membrane also demonstrated low rejection of salts, leading to the mutual separation of dyes and salts. Additionally, the membrane displayed excellent stability and anti-fouling ability.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Song Liu, Guangyuan Zhou, Gongbi Cheng, Xiaokang Wang, Gongping Liu, Wanqin Jin
Summary: This review focuses on the separation of organic solvent mixtures using pervaporation and vapor permeation processes. These processes, compared with conventional distillation technology, offer lower energy consumption due to thermodynamic vapor-liquid equilibrium limitations. The review discusses different membrane materials and their separation mechanisms, such as affinity and size sieving, as well as the comparison with reverse osmosis process. The potential opportunities and challenges of applying advanced membrane materials for organic solvent mixtures separation are also discussed.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ruiwen Luo, Peng Bai, Jiafei Lyu, Xianghai Guo
Summary: Covalent organic frameworks have been used as membrane fillers for liquid mixture separation due to their unique structure. A melamine-based hybrid membrane was prepared using a facile dipcoating-wiping method, which showed enhanced hydrophilicity and stability, and exhibited excellent separation performance for ethanol/water pervaporation.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Inamullah Mahar, Faraz Khan Mahar, Nasrullah Mahar, Ayaz Ali Memon, Azhar Ali Ayaz Pirzado, Zeeshan Khatri, Khalid Hussain Thebo, Ayaz Ali
Summary: High contamination of toxic heavy metals such as lead and arsenic in water is a major threat to human health and aquatic life. MXene/Carbon composite-based nanofibers (MXene/CNFs) membrane was synthesized and showed efficient removal of lead and arsenic ions up to their permissible limits. The adsorption results fit well with both the Langmuir and the pseudosecond-order models. The MXene/CNFs composite membrane demonstrated high adsorption capability and good recycling performance.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH & DESIGN
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Di Wei, Feiyao Yang, Zhuoheng Jiang, Zhonglin Wang
Summary: Iontronics explores the interactions between electrons and ions, which are crucial in various scientific fields. Osmotic power source, as a representative example, converts ion gradients into electrical energy. However, traditional osmotic power sources have limitations such as low power output, sensitivity to humidity, and inability to operate under freezing conditions. In this study, researchers developed an ultrathin osmotic power source using 2D nanofluidic graphene oxide material, which achieved high voltage, energy density, and power density values. By combining it with a triboelectric nanogenerator, a self-charged conformable triboiontronic device was created. Furthermore, the use of 3D aerogel enhanced the power density and allowed the device to operate under extreme conditions. This research demonstrates the potential of graphene oxide-based osmotic power sources in overcoming limitations and powering future electronic devices.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Baochun Meng, Guozhen Liu, Yangyang Mao, Feng Liang, Gongping Liu, Wanqin Jin
Summary: The research team proposed a new type of surface-charged MXene (SC-MXene) membrane for water desalination, which exhibited high salt rejection and water permeance.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Saisai Li, Xin Geng, Chang Ma, Xia Zhan, Jiding Li, Mingguo Ma, Jing He, Luying Wang
Summary: This study successfully prepared a pervaporation membrane with a three-component hybrid structure using lignosulfonates, MXene, and sodium alginate, which increased the permeation flux and separation factor of the membrane by improving hydrophilicity and reducing swelling.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Hariprasad Vadakke Neelamana, Sreelakshmi Madhavanunni Rekha, Sarpangala Venkataprasad Bhat
Summary: MXene is a family of two-dimensional layered materials composed of transitional metal carbides, nitrides, or carbonitrides. Among them, Ti3C2Tx MXene has been extensively studied for its exceptional properties and potential applications in optoelectronics. It can be fabricated and processed in various cost-effective ways and exhibits excellent optical transparency and metallic conductivity, making it suitable for a wide range of optoelectronic applications.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mohammad Reza Nazarpour Kalaei, Amir Heydarinasab, Alimorad Rashidi, Mahshad Alaei
Summary: This study synthesized Mxene and functionalized Mxene nanoparticles, and fabricated Mxene coated stainless steel meshes using dip-coating method to investigate their capability in oil-water emulsion separation. The Mxene fabricated mesh showed good resistance to corrosive solutions and high efficiency in harsh medium condition. Characterization tests confirmed the effectiveness of the Mxene coating and its application as a highly effective mesh for oil-water separation.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaojie Cheng, Xiaojian Qin, Zhenglun Su, Xun Gou, Zhaomei Yang, Hongshan Wang
Summary: This study prepared three different MXene-based two-dimensional composite membranes with improved antibacterial and separation properties. The results showed that the modified membranes exhibited significantly higher antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus compared to the pure MXene membrane.
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)
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.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Emilia Gontarek-Castro, Roberto Castro-Munoz
Summary: Physical separation technologies play an important role in the current food manufacturing industries, particularly for products with bioactive compounds. Membrane distillation (MD) is a thermally driven membrane process that can separate and concentrate liquid food items by permeating water and volatile compounds through hydrophobic membranes. This review focuses on the experimental efforts of using MD for recovery and purification of bioactive compounds from fruit juices and extracts, as well as its applications in dairy processing, food by-product concentration, and ethanol production.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
D. Shanthana Lakshmi, K. S. Radha, Roberto Castro-Munoz, Marek Tanczyk
Summary: Tailor-made materials fabrication requires meticulous planning, use of technical equipments, major components and suitable additives. The role of porogens in material fabrication is crucial, as they significantly influence material efficiency, stability, and applications.
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)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Francesca Russo, Roberto Castro-Munoz, Sergio Santoro, Francesco Galiano, Alberto Figoli
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive overview of electrospun membranes used in air filtration, covering key principles, separation mechanisms, and the influence of membrane properties on filtration efficiency. It also discusses the materials and additives used for fabricating electrospun membranes, along with their applications in various fields under environmentally friendly approaches. Furthermore, it explores the potential for upscaling electrospun membranes and future directions in this area.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wafa A. Bawazir, Maymoona A. Al-Mahmood, Rawan S. Almalki, Ghadi F. Alofi, Raghad S. Alharbi, Zoya Zaheer
Summary: This study investigates the interaction between sulfathiazole and three types of surfactants using UV-visible spectroscopy and conductivity measurements. The results show that the critical micelle concentration of cationic and anionic surfactants decreases with increasing sulfathiazole concentration, while the interaction with non-ionic surfactant is weak.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Musaad K. Aleid, Khalid N. Alharbi, Mona A. Aljufareen, Areej S. Aloliwi, Alhanouf K. Almutairi, Rahaf S. Alsaif, Nada K. Alshayeb, Mohammed S. Almoiqli
Summary: This study assessed the levels of trihalomethane compounds in the water network of Riyadh city and identified the factors influencing their formation. The concentrations of trihalomethane compounds were within the permissible limits, indicating the water's safety for human consumption. The presence of bromide ions, organic carbon, free chlorine, and pH values were found to affect trihalomethane formation.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Said Arhzaf, Jamal Houssaini, Mohammed Naciri Bennani, Marwa Alaqarbeh, Mohammed Bouachrine
Summary: The study shows that Mg-Al hydrotalcite catalysts intercalated with acetate and carbonate anions exhibit superior catalytic activity in the aldol condensation reaction between furfural and acetone. The optimal reaction conditions are at 90 degrees C for 2 hours, achieving conversion rates of over 98% with high selectivity towards F2A for the acetate catalyst.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Uyen-Chi Nguyen Le, Ngoc Xuan Dat Mai, Kieu-Minh Le, Hoang Anh Vu, Huynh-Nhu Thi Tran, Tan Le Hoang Doan
Summary: This study aimed to enhance the bioavailability of rosmarinic acid, a bioactive compound with high anticancer activity, by encapsulating it in tetrasulfide-based porous organosilica nanoparticles. The synthesized nanoparticles were small in size and had a high surface area and an average pore diameter. The nanoparticles showed effective accumulation in cancer cells without toxicity to normal cells. Treatment with rosmarinic acid-containing nanoparticles resulted in significant cell death in cancer cells. Overall, these findings suggest that the synthesized nanoparticles can enhance the pharmacological effects of rosmarinic acid.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiamin Qi, Hengxi Zhu, Tianyu Yang, Xingyuan Wang, Zixuan Wang, Xiaoli Lei, Bin Li, Wenmin Qian
Summary: This study synthesized a novel iron-biochar adsorbent using the iron content in red mud to remove heavy metals from wastewater. The adsorbent showed excellent removal efficiency and sustainability. This method addresses both industrial waste recovery and heavy metal adsorption issues.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bo Yi, Li Zhang, Haiyang Zhou
Summary: Plasma protein binding plays a crucial role in the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of therapeutic bioactive materials. In this study, the interaction of nordentatin, a member of coumarins, with human alpha-1 acid glycoprotein (AGP) was investigated, and the anticancer potency of nordentatin against human colorectal cancer cells was evaluated. The results showed that nordentatin binds to AGP through a static quenching mechanism and exhibits inhibitory effects on the growth of HCT-116 cells by increasing intracellular ROS and [Ca2+] levels and triggering apoptosis-related gene overexpression. Therefore, nordentatin could be a promising plant-based therapy for colorectal cancer.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qiming Pang, Cui Wang, Bangtao Li, Suli Zhang, Jiaoyang Li, Shuo Gu, Xueyu Shi
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of resveratrol loaded in copolymer nanoparticles on cerebral ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury in rats. The results showed that RES.CP.NPs could have neuroprotective effects through their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, leading to improved neurological disability scores and decreased oxidative stress levels.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Maryam Rachmawati Sumitra, Lung-Ching Chen, Wei-Chen Tsai, Muhamad Ansar, Bashir Lawal, Ntlotlang Mokgautsi, Jih-Hwa Guh, Alexander T. H. Wu, Hsu-Shan Huang
Summary: Tetraheterocyclic compounds derived from natural sources and contemporary pharmaceuticals have shown promise as multitarget therapeutic agents. In this study, a series of synthesized compounds were evaluated for their potential in breast cancer treatment. Compounds 18 and 20 demonstrated significant antiproliferative activity against breast cancer cell lines and their mode of action was revealed through molecular docking simulations.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mohammad Khosravani, Mohsen Dehghani Ghanatghestani, Farid Moeinpour, Hossein Parvaresh
Summary: The aim of removing Pb(II) from water is to minimize the potential harm posed by toxic metals to both human health and the environment. A covalent organic framework adsorbent called TFPOTDB-SO3H was developed with excellent properties such as high repeatability, selectivity, and easy solid-liquid separation. The adsorbent showed impressive capability of adsorbing Pb(II) and effective removal of it from a solution with various ions, suggesting its potential for effectively adsorbing and removing Pb(II) heavy metal ions from wastewater.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ashraf H. Farha, Mohamed S. Shams, Hasna A. Alali, Zakia H. Alhashem, Shehab A. Mansour, Shrouq H. Aleithan, Ragab A. Elsad
Summary: The current study examines the dielectric and thermal properties of transformer oil incorporated with Mn0.5 Zn0.5 Fe2O4 nanoparticles. The results show that the addition of Mn-Zn ferrite NPs improves the dielectric constant, dissipation factor, AC breakdown voltage, and convective heat transfer of the nanofluid.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Limin Hou, Zongpei Jiang, Minqi Ye, Xueyan Sun, Kexin Liu, Yifan Zhu, Xiaoyu Wang, Liangzhu Chen, Ruiheng Gu, Binghu Fang
Summary: The excessive accumulation of antibiotic residue in animal-derived foods poses a threat to health. Therefore, it is necessary to establish a rapid, simple, effective, safe, and highly sensitive method for detecting lincomycin residues. By using a pre-column derivatization method on high-performance liquid chromatography equipped with ultraviolet, the UV absorption of lincomycin is improved, allowing for detection and quantification.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kun Tang, Xin-Xin Wang, Jin-Jin Zhao, Ning Ren, Jian-Jun Zhang
Summary: This study reports the synthesis, crystal structures, and thermal degradation properties of three new rare earth coordination compounds. Compounds 1-3 exhibit binuclear structures which can form chain-like structures via hydrogen bonding. Compound 2 shows potential application value in the orange-red luminescence region.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Seoyoun Yang, Eunbi Yu, See-Hyoung Park, Sae Woong Oh, Kitae Kwon, Su Bin Han, Soo Hyun Kang, Jung Hyun Lee, Heejun Ha, Minkyung Song, Jae Youl Cho, Jongsung Lee
Summary: This study investigated the effects of blue light on the hypodermis and found that it has antiadipogenic properties by reducing lipid accumulation and downregulating the expression of adipogenic genes. Blue light also increased the phosphorylation of PPAR gamma and TRPV1, suggesting its anti-adipogenic effect through these signaling pathways.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Abdul Nasir, Abdul Waheed Khan, Hamid Rafiq Khattak, Abdus Samad, Sami Ullah, Haroon Khan, Muhammad Faheem, Qian Bai
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of isoxazolone derivatives on cisplatin-induced neuropathy in a rat model. The results showed that isoxazolone derivatives effectively reversed mechanical allodynia, similar to the known therapeutic agent pregabalin. Molecular docking analysis indicated that isoxazolone derivatives have strong binding affinity for relevant receptors and potential inhibitory activity against relevant signaling pathways. This study has innovative implications for the treatment of cisplatin-induced neuropathic pain.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shahid Wahab, Haroon Muhammad Ali, Maham Khan, Tariq Khan, Chandran Krishnaraj, Soon-Il Yun
Summary: In this study, we synthesized chitosan nanoparticles, silver nanoparticles, and chitosan/silver nanocomposites using aqueous ginger extract as a green approach. These nanomaterials showed significant antibacterial properties and low toxicity. Furthermore, the nanomaterials conjugated with tobramycin demonstrated enhanced antibacterial efficacy and exhibited interactions with Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
