Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hiba Abbas Widatalla, Layla Fathi Yassin, Ayat Ahmed Alrasheid, Shimaa Abdel Rahman Ahmed, Marvit Osman Widdatallah, Sahar Hussein Eltilib, Alaa Abdulmoneim Mohamed
Summary: The use of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), with their antiviral, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer activities, is of great importance in nanomedicine. In this study, AgNPs were synthesized using a nontoxic and ecofriendly method with green tea leaf extract as a reducing agent. The synthesized AgNPs showed antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Klebsiella sp., indicating their potential as an antimicrobial agent.
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Suvarchala Vankudoth, Sunithabai Dharavath, Spoorthi Veera, Narsimhulu Maduru, Radhika Chada, Pavani Chirumamilla, Chaitanya Gopu, Shasthree Taduri
Summary: This study describes the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using leaf extracts of Muntingia calabura, and characterizes their properties. The synthesized silver nanoparticles showed photoluminescence, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and antibacterial effects.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Suvarchala Vankudoth, Sunithabai Dharavath, Spoorthi Veera, Narsimhulu Maduru, Radhika Chada, Pavani Chirumamilla, Chaitanya Gopu, Shasthree Taduri
Summary: This study focuses on the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using leaf extracts of Muntingia calabura, demonstrating various biological activities. The synthesized particles were characterized using multiple methods, showing potential applications in various fields.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Gi-Young Kwak, Yaxi Han, Sul Baik, Byoung-Man Kong, Deok-Chun Yang, Se-Chan Kang, Johan Sukweenadhi
Summary: The biosynthesis of gold nanoparticles from medicinal plants is a valuable strategy in biomedical research due to their specific targeting, low toxicity, and biocompatibility. This study successfully synthesized gold nanoparticles using the leaf extract of Suaeda japonica and characterized their properties using various analytic techniques. The gold nanoparticles exhibited low cytotoxicity and demonstrated anti-inflammatory effects, making them a potential treatment option for inflammation-mediated diseases.
Article
Polymer Science
Katalin Bukovinszky, Melinda Szaloki, Istvan Csarnovics, Attila Bonyar, Peter Petrik, Benjamin Kalas, Lajos Daroczi, Sandor Keki, Sandor Kokenyesi, Csaba Hegedus
Summary: The study investigated the surface plasmon resonance effect of gold nanoparticles on a photopolymer system and found that under specific conditions, it can significantly improve polymerization efficiency.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lan Anh Thi Nguyen, Bay Van Mai, Din Van Nguyen, Ngoc Quyen Thi Nguyen, Vuong Van Pham, Thong Le Minh Pham, Hai Tu Le
Summary: This article presents a simple, eco-friendly, and green method for synthesizing silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using an aqueous extract of Callisia fragrans leaf. The effects of extraction conditions were evaluated and parameters such as volume, pH, temperature, and reaction time were optimized. The synthesized AgNPs exhibited anticancer activity against various cell lines, making them potential candidates for anticancer agents.
GREEN PROCESSING AND SYNTHESIS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mousa A. Alghuthaymi, Chandrasekaran Rajkuberan, Thiyagaraj Santhiya, Ondrej Krejcar, Kamil Kuca, Rajiv Periakaruppan, Seetharaman Prabukumar
Summary: The study successfully synthesized gold nanoparticles PtubAuNPs using Polianthes tuberosa flower extract, demonstrating excellent antibacterial activity and cytotoxicity against breast cancer cells. This indicates that PtubAuNPs have great potential as antimicrobial and anticancer agents.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Md. Johurul Islam, Nazia Khatun, Riyadh Hossen Bhuiyan, Shahnaz Sultana, Md. Aftab Ali Shaikh, Md. Nur Amin Bitu, Fariha Chowdhury, Suravi Islam
Summary: In this study, green silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were synthesized using Psidium guajava (P. guajava) leaf extract and their antibacterial activities were investigated. The synthesis and characterization of AgNPs were carried out using various analytical techniques. The results showed that the synthesized AgNPs had a cubic structure with an average particle size of approximately 12 nm. The AgNPs exhibited good antibacterial activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial strains. This study provides a promising method for the fabrication of eco-friendly and cost-effective AgNPs with potential applications in antibacterial coatings for cotton textiles.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Anran Zhang, Yangping Zhang, Zhangmeng Liu, Gangan Huang, Lihua Wu, Yunzhi Fu, Xiaomei Wang, Yukou Du
Summary: This article reviews the development of anisotropic gold nanostructures, the properties of gold, and its potential for solar energy applications. It provides a detailed introduction to the stability, optical properties, and hot carrier states of gold. The characteristics of anisotropic gold nanostructures in different morphologies are summarized, and the maximum efficiency of solar light utilization is analyzed.
APPLIED MATERIALS TODAY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Angeline S. Dileseigres, Yoann Prado, Olivier Pluchery
Summary: The functionalization of gold nanoparticles with thiol molecules in solution is crucial for their application development. In this study, the changes in localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) peak due to the reaction between thiol molecules and gold nanoparticles were investigated using UV-visible spectroscopy. The saturation of thiol molecules on the nanoparticle surface was confirmed, and the wavelength shift was accurately predicted using an analytical model. The kinetics of the functionalization reaction were found to be rapid, completing in less than an hour.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Carla Regina Borges Lopes, Dario Santos Junior, Flavia Rodrigues de Oliveira Silva, Lilia Coronato Courrol
Summary: This study successfully synthesized spherical silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using a green chemical method, which were then utilized as a sensitive and selective mercury ion (Hg2+) sensor. The AgNPs showed stable dispersion and high sensitivity with a low limit of detection (LOD) of 6.5 ng/mL, making them suitable for quantifying Hg2+ in environmental samples.
APPLIED PHYSICS A-MATERIALS SCIENCE & PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Chia-Wen Kuo, Sheng-Hann Wang, Shu-Cheng Lo, Wei-Han Yong, Ya-Lun Ho, Jean-Jacques Delaunay, Wan-Shao Tsai, Pei-Kuen Wei
Summary: The study proposes a method for sensitive detection of small molecules by coupling image dipoles of gold nanoparticles with Fano resonance of capped gold nanoslits. The coupling mechanism was verified through calculations and experiments, showing potential for detecting low concentrations of small molecules. This resonant coupling significantly pushes the sensitivity boundary, with the detection limit reported to be 3 orders of magnitude lower than prism-based SPR.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Thuy Thi Thanh Nguyen, Y. Ngoc Nhu Nguyen, Xuan Thanh Tran, Tam Thi Thanh Nguyen, Thuan Van Tran
Summary: Plant extract-mediated synthesis of CuONPs, ZnONPs, and CuO/ZnONPs using Annona glabra L. leaf extract can provide environmentally friendly and cost-effective nano-particles with good photocatalytic, antibacterial, and antioxidant activities.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Abdulaziz A. Al-Askar, Amr H. Hashem, Nadeem I. Elhussieny, Ebrahim Saied
Summary: In this study, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) were biosynthesized for the first time using the leaf extract of Pluchea indica. The biosynthesized ZnONPs showed antimicrobial efficacy against various microorganisms and exhibited excellent photocatalytic activity. These findings suggest that environmentally friendly synthesized ZnONPs can be applied in environmental and biomedical applications.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Evgeniya D. Novikova, Yuri A. Vorotnikov, Nazar A. Nikolaev, Alphiya R. Tsygankova, Michael A. Shestopalov, Olga A. Efremova
Summary: Photodynamic and photothermal therapies are promising candidates for multimodal anticancer therapies, and combining octahedral molybdenum clusters with plasmonic spherical gold nanoparticles can enhance their photophysical properties synergistically. By careful selection of spacing between the cluster and the gold nanoparticle, significant improvements in luminescence and photosensitizing properties of the cluster were achieved compared to similar gold-free particles. The cluster complex also facilitated energy conversion to heat by gold particles, increasing the heating rate under laser irradiation.
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Komal Rizwan, Muhammad Bilal, Yassine Slimani, Pau Loke Show, Sami Rtimi, Arpita Roy, Hafiz M. N. Iqbal
Summary: Increasing global concern over hazardous pollutants in water bodies due to their toxicity and threat to the environment has led to the need for new or upgraded remediation methods. Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) utilizing highly reactive oxidizing radicals like center dot O and center dot OH have shown efficacy in the mineralization of dye pollutants. Sonolysis, a newer AOP that employs ultrasound irradiation for generating oxidizing radicals, has become a robust hybrid AOP for degrading environmental contaminants. This review focuses on the degradation of dyes through ultrasound-based AOPs and discusses different sono-based methods and their efficacy for wastewater treatment.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lucas Oliveira Souza, Ingrid Alves Santos, Iasnaia Maria de Carvalho Tavares, Igor Carvalho Fontes Sampaio, Matheus Cordazzo Dias, Gustavo Henrique Denzin Tonoli, Elisangela Elena Nunes de Carvalho, Eduardo Valerio de Barros Vilas Boas, Muhammad Irfan, Muhammad Bilal, Julieta Rangel de Oliveira, Marcelo Franco
Summary: The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of adding nanocellulose gel from cocoa bean husk (NAC) on nanocellulose gels of Eucalyptus sp. and Pinus sp. The results showed that the addition of NAC improved the degradation, solubility, and biodegradability of the films, especially for Eucalyptus sp., suggesting the potential use of NAC in the formulation of biodegradable packaging.
WASTE AND BIOMASS VALORIZATION
(2023)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Tayyaba Anjum, Nazim Hussain, Hafiz M. N. Iqbal, Artur Jedrzak, Teofil Jesionowski, Muhammad Bilal, Muhammad Bilal
Summary: Anticancer drugs have been produced using heterocyclic compounds, but there is a need for inexpensive and less toxic nanocatalysts for the formation of these compounds. Nanotechnology and nano-medicine provide personalized medicine and new medical technologies. Magnetic nanoparticles have been developed for the manufacturing of heterocyclic compounds for cancer treatment. They can act as diagnostic and therapeutic agents, offering less toxicity and better targeting in therapies such as chemotherapy and thermotherapy.
JOURNAL OF DRUG DELIVERY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Swayansu Sabyasachi Mohanty, Shaili Vyas, Yamini Koul, Priya Prajapati, Sunita Varjani, Jo-Shu Chang, Muhammad Bilal, Konstantinos Moustakas, Pau Loke Show, Meththika Vithanage
Summary: Landfilling is the most commonly used method for disposing of municipal solid waste globally, but it leads to the formation of toxic leachate. This study aims to investigate the emerging concerns related to landfill leachate and the long-term priorities of stakeholders in implementing solutions to reduce its harmful effects. New effective and integrated leachate treatments have been developed due to the ineffectiveness of traditional methods and the emergence of new contaminants and regulations.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zohaib Saddique, Muhammad Imran, Ayesha Javaid, Nayab Batool Rizvi, Muhammad Nadeem Akhtar, Hafiz M. N. Iqbal, Muhammad Bilal
Summary: Metal organic frameworks (MOFs) are multi-dimensional network of crystalline material held together by bonding of metal atoms and organic ligands. MOFs have been used for enzyme immobilization in different catalytic processes, including degradation of antibiotics. Enzyme@MOFs offer enhanced stability, catalytic activity, reusability, and selectivity, making them more effective for antibiotic degradation in environmental remediation. This review focuses on the catalytic degradation of antibiotics by enzyme@MOFs, discussing their synthesis approaches, characterization, and degradation mechanisms. The significance of enzyme@MOFs system for antibiotics degradation and environmental remediation is highlighted, along with current challenges and future research perspective.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Zichen Wang, Ruirui Wang, Zixin Geng, Xiuyan Luo, Jiahui Jia, Saizhao Pang, Xianwei Fan, Muhammad Bilal, Jiandong Cui
Summary: Hybrid nanomaterials have emerged as a new interface of nanobiocatalysis, with inorganic crystal nanoflowers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) being of particular interest for enzyme immobilization. However, there is a lack of literature reviews on enzyme@MOF and enzyme-hybrid nanoflower composites and their synthesis strategies and applications in biotechnology. This review discusses innovative synthetic strategies and biotechnological applications of enzyme@MOF and enzyme-hybrid nanoflower composites, aiming to provide insights and ideas for future research.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Hemil S. Patel, Anju Kunjadiya, Abbas Rahdar, Rakesh K. Sharma
Summary: In this study, a mixed polymeric nanomicellar formulation composed of Pluronic P123, Pluronic F68, and phosphatidylcholine (PC) was designed and investigated as nanovehicles for improving the bioavailability of curcumin (CUR). The formulation showed excellent compatibility and stability, and exhibited powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties. These results suggest that the CUR-PFPC mixed polymeric nanomicellar formulation can be considered as a novel nanovehicle for hydrophobic antimicrobial drugs.
JOURNAL OF BIOACTIVE AND COMPATIBLE POLYMERS
(2023)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Mehrab Pourmadadi, Maryam Rajabzadeh-Khosroshahi, Mohammad Mahdi Eshaghi, Erfan Rahmani, Hamidreza Motasadizadeh, Rabia Arshad, Abbas Rahdar, Sadanand Pandey
Summary: In biomedical engineering, researchers are studying the modification of TiO2 (titania) to enhance its physiochemical properties. This comprehensive review focuses on the potential applications of nanoscale TiO2 and its nanocomposites in biomedical research, specifically in cancer therapeutics. The use of titania-based nanomaterials in biosensors, particularly in the electrochemical field, has been widely explored. Various bioimaging techniques, such as FL, PA, CT, PET, MR, and multi-mode imaging, have been evaluated for their applicability. Nanoscale titania has also emerged as a popular candidate for cancer treatment methods including phototherapy, chemotherapy, and microwave hyperthermia. Finally, a multifunctional nanoplatform combining different treatment methods has been developed for cancer treatment.
JOURNAL OF DRUG DELIVERY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Suresh Ghotekar, Parita Basnet, Kun-Yi Andrew Lin, Abbas Rahdar, Alejandro Perez Larios, Vimal Gandhi, Rajeshwari Oza
Summary: In this study, cerium vanadate nanoparticles (CeVO4 NPs) were fabricated for the first time using Azadirachta indica leaves extract as a natural fuel, providing a green approach. The textural properties, including structure, topology, and optical characteristics, of the synthesized CeVO4 NPs were analyzed using various techniques. The results showed that the NPs had a pseudo-spherical shape with a size of 43 nm. Furthermore, the anticancer performance against HeLa cancer cell lines and antioxidant efficacy of the biosynthesized CeVO4 NPs were evaluated. This study presents a facile, safe, cheap, rapid, and greener method for producing CeVO4 NPs, which has potential for clinical applications.
JOURNAL OF SOL-GEL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Amir Hossein Khodabandehloo, Mehrab Pourmadadi, Amin Shamsabadipour, Hadis Langari, Amanda-Lee Manicum, Abbas Rahdar, Francesco Baino
Summary: Various diseases during cancer surgery, including infections, trauma, and tumor resections, can lead to bone damage or skeletal defects. These defects cannot heal spontaneously due to medical conditions such as diabetes, hormone-related problems, and autoimmune disorders. Bone-tissue engineering has emerged as a solution to these challenges, utilizing strategies like studying bone structures, employing growth factors, scaffolds, and biomaterial-centered regenerative approaches. This study reviews recent bone-tissue-engineering strategies using 2D materials such as graphene and its derivatives, black phosphorus, and MXenes, which show great potential in regenerative medicine.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bahareh Haji Ali, Milad Shirvaliloo, Sonia Fathi-Karkan, Shekoufeh Mirinejad, Fulden Ulucan-Karnak, Saman Sargazi, Sara Sargazi, Roghayeh Sheervalilou, Mohammed M. Rahman
Summary: There has been a significant shift in the perception of hypertension as a global disease burden. Nanoparticle-based systems have been developed to efficiently deliver angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) for the treatment of hypertension and related conditions. This review article provides a comparison of different classes of ARBs and an overview of nanoformulations developed for ARB delivery.
CHEMISTRY & BIODIVERSITY
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Lara Velasco Davoise, Rafael Pena Capilla, Ana M. M. Diez-Pascual
Summary: In this study, the complex refractive indexes of seven PEDOT:PSS samples were determined, including three with isotropic behavior and four with optical anisotropy. The effect of film thickness, measurement technique, and preparation method on the extinction coefficient and refractive index of each sample was discussed. The different sets of refractive index data were fitted to three different models, and the results showed that Liu's model gave better results with small errors. The study emphasizes the importance of accurately knowing the refractive index in order to accurately calculate the light absorption in PEDOT:PSS films.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Elizabeth Champa-Bujaico, Ana Diez-Pascual, Pilar Garcia-Diaz
Summary: This study demonstrates the effectiveness of machine learning models (ANN, DT, and SVM) in predicting the mechanical properties of nanocomposites. The results show that ANN and SVM can estimate the Young's modulus and elongation at break at various nanofiller concentrations, while DT is more suitable for predicting the tensile strength. This research lays the foundation for the application of machine learning models in predicting the mechanical properties of polymeric nanocomposites for practical uses such as biomedicine.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Roghaieh Holghoomi, Siavash Hosseini Sarghein, Jalil Khara, Bahman Hosseini, Abbas Rahdar, George Z. Kyzas
Summary: The aim of this research was to study the effect of different concentrations of functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes on the phenol and flavonoid content, antioxidant capacity, H2O2 content, reactive oxygen species detection, antioxidant enzyme activity, and volatile compound concentration of basil. The highest content of total phenol, flavonoid, anthocyanin, antioxidant capacity, and hydrogen peroxide were observed in the 200 mg/l functionalized carbon nanotube treatment. The highest percentage of certain compounds was observed at 150 mg/l and 100 mg/l of functionalized carbon nanotube. Overall, the use of functionalized carbon nanotubes as a stimulant increased the antioxidant capacity and secondary metabolite content of basil.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Cell Biology
Zahra Keramati, Gholamreza Motalleb, Abbas Rahdar, Mohammad Amin Kerachian
Summary: This study investigated the effect of co-incubation of 5-FU and gum-based cerium oxide nanoparticles (Ceo-2-XG) on the apoptosis and IC50 of Caco-2 cancer cells. The synthesized Ceo-2-XG nanoparticles were characterized using various techniques. The results showed that co-incubation of 5-FU and Ceo-2-XG nanoparticles significantly increased apoptosis and had a higher antiproliferative activity compared to 5-FU alone.
