Review
Chemistry, Applied
Cuihua Chang, Xin Li, Jiali Zhai, Yujie Su, Luping Gu, Junhua Li, Yanjun Yang
Summary: The emerging research interests in protein particle fabrication as soft-particle emulsifiers show the potential of using them in novel poly-phase dispersing food systems. This review summarizes the key physicochemical properties of protein particles and their role in constructing Pickering emulsions. However, challenges such as sensitivity to pH, ionic strength, temperature changes, and oxidation during storage limit their acceptance in food products. Current strategies to improve the stability and restrict oxidation are discussed. An ideal protein particle-based Pickering emulsion system is proposed, promoting its use in innovative food and nutraceutical products.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lei Peng, Xiao-Fei Zhang, Dong-Yan Guo, Bing-Tao Zhai, Mei Wang, Jun-Bo Zou, Ya-Jun Shi
Summary: By utilizing Pickering emulsion technology, pearl powder was selected as the optimal stabilizer for the volatile oil in Lingzhu Pulvis, effectively enhancing its antioxidant properties. NIR and GC-MS analysis demonstrated that the antioxidant properties of the volatile components were significantly higher in the Pickering emulsion group compared to the crude oil group.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Mengna Cao, Chengzhi Liu, Jieyu Shi, Fangfang Ni, Jiaming Qi, Qing Shen, Min Huang, Gerui Ren, Shiyi Tian, Quanquan Lin, Xiaoxin Lu, Qunfang Lei, Wenjun Fang, Hujun Xie
Summary: In this study, ZEIN-HTCC nanoparticles were used as stabilizers to prepare stable oil-in-water Pickering emulsions, which could be stored for up to 21 days under specific conditions. Analysis indicated that zein and HTCC form a composite layer on the surface of oil droplets to prevent emulsion droplet aggregation. This novel zein-based Pickering emulsion shows potential as a carrier for lipophilic nutrients delivery.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Tianhang Xia, Changhu Xue, Zihao Wei
Summary: This paper elaborates on the factors affecting the stability of Pickering emulsions, summarizes their physicochemical properties, and highlights the applications of food-grade particle-stabilized Pickering emulsions. Various food-grade particles can be modified to enhance their performance as Pickering emulsifiers for applications such as fat substitutes, nutraceutical delivery, and cleaning agents. The research trends in this field include Pickering double emulsions, multilayer Pickering emulsions, and responsive Pickering emulsions, indicating a significant revolution in the food industry.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Qi Li, Yilan Wu, Rongxi Fang, Chan Lei, Yan Li, Bin Li, Ying Pei, Xiaogang Luo, Shilin Liu
Summary: This article discusses the application and stabilization mechanism of nanocellulose-based Pickering emulsions in the food industry. Nanocellulose effectively stabilizes emulsions by adsorbing to oil-water interfaces and forming three-dimensional networks, with wide potential applications in food-grade products.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Di An, Song Zhai, Liang Li
Summary: Enzymatic hydrolysis of soy protein isolate improves its physicochemical properties and enhances its application in stabilizing Pickering emulsion. This study investigates the effects of enzymatic hydrolysis on the fibrillation of soy protein isolate and the mechanisms behind the stabilization of Pickering emulsion by SPI hydrolysate nanofibrils. The results show that SPI hydrolysate can form long and flexible nanofibrils with improved stability in Pickering emulsion.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pouria Amani, Reinhard Miller, Aliyar Javadi, Mahshid Firouzi
Summary: Pickering foams are versatile and have gained considerable interest in various industries. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the underlying mechanisms, stability factors, and recent applications of Pickering foams. Future research opportunities are also identified.
ADVANCES IN COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jiafeng Chen, Zhaojiao Luo, Jinmei Wang, Qijun Ruan, Jian Guo, Xiaoquan Yang
Summary: A facile approach to create stable double emulsion using edible chitosan/soy beta-conglycinin (7S) complex nanoparticles as emulsifier via one-step emulsification is reported. The resulting Pickering double emulsion is stable and has potential applications in various fields, especially in the food industry.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Parisa Kolahi, Hajar Shekarchizadeh, Ali Nasirpour
Summary: This study investigated the application of tragacanth nanoparticles prepared using intense ultrasound energy in emulsion stabilization. The results showed that these nanoparticles can reduce viscosity, decrease emulsion droplet size, and improve emulsion stability.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Zheng Wan, Huiping Xia, Shiyin Guo, Chaoxi Zeng
Summary: This study reports the first stable water-in-oil emulsions stabilized solely by a naturally occurring steroidal sapogenin. Concentrated emulsions with high internal water ratios can be obtained with low diosgenin concentrations, which significantly influence the microstructure and rheological properties. The emulsions exhibit excellent freeze/thaw stability and thermal stability, with the structural properties attributed to the combined action of diosgenin crystal shells and needle-crystals. This novel food grade emulsion demonstrates great potential for applications in food and biomedical-related fields.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yao Lu, Ruoning Zhang, Yan Jia, Yanxiang Gao, Like Mao
Summary: In this study, water-in-oil (W/O) Pickering emulsions stabilized by different interfacial nanoparticles (ethyl cellulose-EC, whey protein isolate-WPI, Zein) and oleogel networks (glycerin monostearate) were investigated. The study explored the influence of different nanoparticles and oleogel networks on the properties of emulsions under varying internal phase fractions. The findings revealed a dual stabilization mechanism for W/O emulsions, with both nanoparticles and oleogel networks contributing to emulsion stability.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Caiyun Cheng, Chao Yuan, Bo Cui, Lu Lu, Jianpeng Li, Haojie Sha
Summary: By studying the interfacial behavior of cyclodextrins and the physico-chemical properties of emulsions, it was found that Pickering emulsions stabilized by alpha-CD and 8-CD had better stability and rheological properties, while emulsions stabilized by HP-CD derivatives were prone to delamination and sedimentation.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Zhu Sun, Xiaoxiao Yan, Yao Xiao, Lingjie Hu, Max Eggersdorfer, Dong Chen, Zhenzhong Yang, David A. Weitz
Summary: Pickering emulsions, stabilized by solid particles, have advantages like resistance to coalescence, long-term stability, and good biocompatibility. Understanding particle properties and strategies for preparing amphiphilic Janus particles are crucial, as is the expanding application of Pickering emulsions in various industries.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Lechuan Wang, Hong Zhang, Hanyu Li, Huajiang Zhang, Yujie Chi, Ning Xia, Zhenshun Li, Longwei Jiang, Xiaonan Zhang, Ahmed M. Rayan
Summary: This study demonstrates the formation of soluble electrostatic complexes between ovalbumin (OVA) and pectin (PE) to improve the functional properties of high internal phase Pickering emulsions (HIPEs). The stability of the OVA-PE complexes-stabilized HIPEs was found to be significantly better than that of free OVA-stabilized HIPEs, with the best performance observed at a OVA:PE ratio of 1:1. These complex-stabilized HIPEs exhibited small oil droplet size and superior resistance to extreme environmental stresses. Furthermore, the addition of PE in the complexes resulted in improved bioaccessibility of curcumin.
Article
Acoustics
Qiufang Liang, Chengwei Zhou, Abdur Rehman, Abdul Qayum, Yuxuan Liu, Xiaofeng Ren
Summary: Multi-frequency power ultrasound was applied to control nanoparticles embedded in lotus root starch/xanthan gum, enhancing the stability of Pickering emulsions. The ultrasound treatment improved the adsorption of nanoparticles, resulting in reduced particle size. It also decreased viscosity and increased fluidity of the emulsion, enhancing its thermal stability and resistance to oxidation. Ultrasound-assisted Pickering emulsions showed excellent resistance to acid, alkali, and salt ions during storage.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rajalaxmi Sahoo, C. Reshma, D. S. Shankar Rao, C. V. Yelamaggad, S. Krishna Prasad
Summary: This study investigates the influence of the flexible spacer parity of a guest photoactive liquid crystalline dimer on the photonic bandgap features of the cholesteric and twist grain boundary smectic C phases of the host molecule. The results show that the parity of the photoactive dimer affects the width of the photonic bandgap and the blue-shift of the cholesteric phase. Additionally, the parity of the dimer also affects the layer spacing and two-dimensional periodicity of the liquid crystalline phases.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sara Rozas, Alberto Gutierrez, Mert Atilhan, Alfredo Bol, Santiago Aparicio
Summary: This study presents a multiscale theoretical investigation on the use of bifunctional hydrophobic Deep Eutectic Solvent for carbon capture using tetrapropylammonium chloride, acetic acid, and ethanolamine. The characterization includes nanoscale analysis of CO2 absorption mechanisms and changes in liquid phase properties during gas capture.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tabouli Eric Da-yang, Alhadji Malloum, Jean Jules Fifen, Mama Nsangou, Jeanet Conradie
Summary: In this study, the potential energy of different glycine tautomers and their interaction with Cu2+ cations was investigated. The results showed that the solvation medium and the presence of Cu2+ cations influenced the stability of glycine tautomers.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoliang Gou, Nan Ye, Qingqing Han, Junjie Cui, Long Yi Jin
Summary: In this study, amphiphilic rod-coil molecules with rigid DSA parts and flexible oligoether chains were designed and their assembly capacities were investigated. The morphology of the molecular aggregates was influenced by the pH of the solution and UV light, and the aggregates showed adsorption capacity for nitroaromatic compounds.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shuang Liu, Liyan Shan, Cong Qi, Wenhui Zhang, Guannan Li, Bei Wang, Wei Wei
Summary: Optimizing the design of styrene-butadiene-styrene copolymer (SBS) is crucial for producing cost-effective SBS modifiers and improving road quality. This study examined the influence of SBS content and molecular structure on viscosity and compatibility. The results showed that the viscosity contribution of SBS is determined by its molecular structure and phase morphology.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Artem A. Petrov, Ekaterina A. Titova, Aydar A. Akhmadiyarov, Ilnaz T. Rakipov, Boris N. Solomonov
Summary: This work focuses on the thermochemistry of solvation of azeotropes. The enthalpies of dissolution of azeotropes in different mediums were determined, and the impact of the structure of the azeotropes on their properties in solution was discussed. A correlation between enthalpies of solvation and molar refraction was used to determine the vaporization enthalpies of azeotropes for the first time. The results were found to be consistent with literature data, obtained using direct and calculated methods. These findings contribute to the analysis of the structure-property relationships of azeotropes.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
L. V. Kamaeva, E. N. Tsiok, N. M. Chtchelkatchev
Summary: Understanding the correlations between liquids and solids allows us to predict the thermodynamic parameter range favorable for the formation of intriguing solid phases by studying liquids. In this study, we experimentally and theoretically investigated an Al-Cu-Co system within different composition ranges, and identified high-temperature solid phases. Our findings demonstrated the correlation between the boundaries of different solid phases and undercooling and viscosity in the concentration area.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
R. Aneesh Kumar, S. Jamelah Al-Otaibi, Y. Sheena Mary, Y. Shyma Mary, Nivedita Acharjee, Renjith Thomas, Renjith Raveendran Pillai, T. L. Leena
Summary: In this study, the interactions between doped and pristine coronenes and adenine nucleobases were investigated using Density Functional Theory. The optimal configurations, adsorption energies, charge transfer, and electrical properties of each complex were calculated. It was found that doped coronene had stronger adsorption strength and charge transfer compared to pristine coronene. The stability of the complexes was attributed to non-covalent interactions in the interactive region. The change in electrical conductivity of coronenes after adsorption suggested their sensitivity towards DNA bases. The predicted energy gap and prolonged recovery time for adenine-coronene configurations indicated the potential application of pristine/doped coronene in DNA detection.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Gang Zhou, Yongwei Liu, Biao Sun, Zengxin Liu, Cuicui Xu, Rulin Liu, Qi Zhang, Yongmei Wang
Summary: The CFD-DEM method was used to simulate the dust deposition pattern in the bronchus of anchor digging drivers, revealing the highest dust concentration in the vortex region of the working face. The study also found a positive correlation between dust particle diameter and bronchial deposition rate, and a negative correlation with alveolar deposition rate.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yan Zhang, Yafei Luo, Lingkai Tang, Mingyan E, Jianping Hu
Summary: This study investigates the effects of different transition metal decorations on B12N12 nanocages on the adsorption properties of nitrosourea drugs using computational methods. The results reveal the presence of weak non-covalent interactions between metals and nanocages, and the interaction between drugs and nanocages plays a significant role in drug adsorption. Compared to free drugs, the adsorption of drugs on nanocages can facilitate electron transfer, reduce energy gaps and chemical hardness, indicating activity at the target site.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
C. I. Alcolado, J. Poblete, L. Garcia-Rio, E. Jimenez, F. J. Poblete
Summary: In this study, the selective oxidation of aromatic aldehydes was investigated using Ru(VI) as a catalyst and hexacyanoferrate (III) as a cooxidant in an alkaline medium. The reaction mechanism involves complex reaction orders for the oxidant and the aromatic aldehyde, while the reaction order for Ru(VI) is one. The proposed mechanism includes two catalytic cycles and the formation and decomposition of complexes. Quantitative structure-activity relationship analysis showed that deactivating groups in the para-position enhance the process.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Inez A. Barbieri, Marcos L. S. Oliveira, Franciele S. Bruckmann, Theodoro R. Salles, Leonardo Zancanaro, Luis F. O. Silva, Guilherme L. Dotto, Eder C. Lima, Mu. Naushad, Cristiano R. Bohn Rhoden
Summary: This study evaluated the adsorption of zolpidem on magnetic graphene oxide and synthesized magnetic graphene oxide adsorbents for zolpidem removal. The best magnetic nanoadsorbent was found to have a removal percentage of 87.07% at specific pH and temperature conditions. The results suggest that the removal of zolpidem is related to the surface chemistry of the adsorbent rather than the surface area of graphene oxide. The adsorbent showed excellent adsorption efficiency and magnetic behavior, making it a promising material for removing zolpidem from aqueous solutions.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hongyan Huang, Chunquan Li, Siyuan Huang, Yuling Shang
Summary: This study examines the sensitivity of the thermal conductivity of water-based alumina nanofluids to changes in concentration, sphericity, and temperature. The results show that volume fraction and temperature have a significant impact on the thermal conductivity, while sphericity also needs to be considered. A support vector machine regression model was created to analyze the sensitivity of the thermal conductivity to different parameters. The findings indicate that temperature, sphericity, and volume fraction are the most sensitive variables.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Correction
Chemistry, Physical
V. M. Pergamenshchik, T. Bryk, A. Trokhymchuk
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Valentyn Rudenko, Anatolii Tolochko, Svitlana Bugaychuk, Dmytro Zhulai, Gertruda Klimusheva, Galina Yaremchuk, Tatyana Mirnaya, Yuriy Garbovskiy
Summary: This paper reports on the synthesis, structural characterization, spectral and nonlinear-optical properties of glass nanocomposites made of glass forming ionic liquid crystals and nanoparticles. The study reveals that by exciting the nanocomposites within their absorption band, a control over effective optical nonlinearities can be achieved, allowing the modification of the magnitude and sign of the effective nonlinear absorption coefficient. The proposed strategy using metal-alkanoates based glass-forming ionic liquid crystals and nanoparticles shows great potential for the development of nanophotonics and plasmonics technologies.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)