Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mengyue Wang, Shuai Zheng, Kuanjun Fang, Zhihui Zhao, Dawu Shu, Ruyi Xie, Weichao Chen
Summary: The application of chemical synthetic dyes causes serious environmental pollution and high energy consumption. Natural plant dyes have become the most promising alternative in textile printing and dyeing processing with lower carbon emission. In this study, the properties of water-soluble gardenia yellow natural dye in inkjet printing of wool fabrics were studied, and it was found to have high stability and good antibacterial properties.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Meng Zhang, Guohui Wang, Dong Wang, Yuqi Zheng, Yanxin Li, Wenqiao Meng, Xin Zhang, Feifan Du, Shaoxiang Lee
Summary: This study successfully prepared a bilayer composite dressing for wound healing, with the upper layer possessing antibacterial activity and the lower layer having biocompatibility, the combination of which showed synergistic antibacterial effects and could accelerate wound healing.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yiyang Zeng, Yuanyuan Dong, Junli Chen, Xinwen Xu, Fuli Zhang, Hongling Liu
Summary: Counterfeiting is a global issue that poses threats to human health and economic security. This study presents a novel approach to apply bimetallic nanoclusters to textile materials for anti-counterfeiting purposes. The optimized Au-Ag nanoclusters exhibited strong orange-red fluorescence and high zeta potential values, which were then used to create anti-counterfeiting films. A cyclic fluorescent color chart and a microstructure model were developed to demonstrate the potential of this method in textile anti-counterfeiting.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mousa Sadeghi-Kiakhani, Siyamak Safapour, Sara Alsadat Habibzadeh, Ali R. Tehrani-Bagha
Summary: In this study, wool yarns were grafted with SA-Ag NPs and dyed consecutively with Cochineal or Madder. The pretreatment significantly enhanced dye-ability and antimicrobial characteristics, with slightly improved colorfastness post-dyeing. The application of SA-Ag NPs on wool samples was found to be a green finishing process with promising antioxidant and antimicrobial activities.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Alfred Mensah, Yajun Chen, Benjamin K. Asinyo, Ebenezer Kofi Howard, Christopher Narh, Jieyu Huang, Qufu Wei
Summary: The super bioactive antibacterial hydrogel, Icariin-beta-CD-inclusion complex/Bacterial cellulose, and Icariin-Bacterial cellulose (ICBC) showed excellent antioxidant properties and high fluid absorption capability, with various tests confirming their structure and efficacy. Additionally, these materials exhibited good biocompatibility and inactivation rates against bacteria and cells.
Article
Polymer Science
Vasilica Popescu, Marioara Petrea, Andrei Popescu
Summary: A multifunctional cotton derivative was successfully synthesized using a combination of compounds and specific mass ratios. Treatment with this derivative resulted in improved wrinkle recovery angle, hydrophilicity, antibacterial capacity, and breaking resistance of cotton simultaneously. The effectiveness of the treatment was demonstrated through multiple linear regression and quality indices, confirming the positive impact of the derivative on cotton.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Bosirul Hoque, Diana M. Bobrowska, Lukasz Poltorak
Summary: This study evaluates the advantage of using 3D printing technology to fabricate PIMs testing modules and casting molds for the first time. It demonstrates the ability of 3D printing technology to modify the surface morphology of PIMs. By comparison, it is found that PIMs cast on 3D-printed molds exhibit more efficient transport of Cd(II).
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sajad Niazi Angili, Mohammad Reza Morovvati, Mostafa Kardan-Halvaei, Saeed Saber-Samandari, Kavoos Razmjooee, Azher M. Abed, Davood Toghraie, Amirsalar Khandan
Summary: This study proposes 3D-printed PLA scaffolds coated with alginate/MgO, and includes three different cellular topologies. The microstructure and phase of the scaffolds were characterized using FESEM, EDS, and XRD analysis. The biological characteristics, such as biocompatibility, antibacterial activity, and cell survival were evaluated after soaking in SBF for 21 days. The results showed that PLA scaffold with Perovskite type 1 (P1) architecture coated with Alginate/20 wt% MgO had the best response and was chosen as the final research candidate.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Davide Pupillo, Andrea Zaffora, Francesco Di Franco, Pasquale Picone, Domenico Nuzzo, Monica Santamaria
Summary: A three-step electrochemical process is developed to grow a coating on Ti6Al4V alloy with antibacterial properties and osteointegration capability. The coating exhibits good morphology and composition, and its bioactivity is confirmed through electrochemical tests. The samples also demonstrate antibacterial properties, cytocompatibility, and hemocompatibility in vitro.
ADVANCED MATERIALS INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Sonaimuthu Mohandoss, Sivarasan Ganesan, K. Velsankar, Sakkarapani Sudhahar, Fatemah H. Alkallas, Amira Ben Gouider Trabelsi, Fedor V. Kusmartsev, Huang-Mu Lo, Yong Rok Lee
Summary: This study focuses on the fabrication and characterization of a novel hydrogel nanocomposite system in which silver nanoparticles are embedded in a carrageenan-sodium alginate hydrogel. The results show that the prepared hydrogel nanocomposite exhibits low cytotoxicity and high antibacterial activity, making it a potential candidate for biomedical applications.
JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE-POLYMER EDITION
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Kyung Hwa Hong
Summary: This study explored the feasibility of functionalizing cotton fabrics using a mixture of chestnut shell extract and alginic acid. The printed cotton fabrics exhibited significant antibacterial, antioxidant, and UV-blocking properties, indicating great potential for sustainable textile treatment.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Chen Chen, Maomei Xie, Yueling Yan, Yongyuan Li, Zhiyao Li, Tong Zhang, Zanyan Gao, Liyi Deng, Haixia Wang
Summary: This study improved the antibacterial activity of dressings by combining berberine hydrochloride with silver nanoparticles (Ag NP), and prepared dressings with different leakage structures using 3D printing technology. The results showed that the drug release rate can be flexibly controlled by adjusting the number of leakage holes.
JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS APPLICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Nabil A. Ibrahim, Enas M. El-Zairy, Shimaa S. Abd Allah, El-Amir M. Emam
Summary: In this study, β-CD, ZnO-NPs, and eco-friendly bioactive agents were applied to different cellulosic substrates to develop durable pigment prints with antimicrobial, UV-protective, and aromatic properties. The results showed that lavender oil was the most effective bioactive agent for achieving multifunctional and pigmented prints. Washing cycles had a slight negative impact on the functional and coloration properties. SEM images and EDX spectra confirmed the surface modification and ZnO-NPs immobilization on the fabric surfaces.
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Sheraz Ahmed, Rabia Hussain, Ahmad Khan, Syeda Ammara Batool, Awab Mughal, Muhammad Haseeb Nawaz, Muhammad Irfan, Abdul Wadood, Egemen Avcu, Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman
Summary: In this study, patient-specific skin scaffolds were produced using additive manufacturing with a 3D bioprinter. The addition of copper-silver doped mesoporous bioactive glass nanoparticles improved the antibacterial activity and angiogenic potential of the scaffolds.
ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
N. A. Ibrahim, B. M. Eid, H. M. Khalil
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2015)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
N. A. Ibrahim, H. M. Khalil, B. M. Eid
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2015)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nabil A. Ibrahim, Basma M. Eid, Heba M. Khalil, Alsaid A. Almetwally
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
N. A. Ibrahim, E. M. R. El-Zairy, W. A. Abdalla, H. M. Khalil
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2013)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
N. A. Ibrahim, H. M. Khalil, E. M. R. El-Zairy, W. A. Abdalla
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2013)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nabil A. Ibrahim, Enas M. R. El-Zairy, Mohammed R. El-Zairy, Heba M. Khalil
COLORATION TECHNOLOGY
(2010)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Nabil A. Ibrahim, Heba M. Khalil, Basma M. Eid, M. Tawfik
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2018)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
N. A. Ibrahim, E. M. R. El-Zairy, M. R. El-Zairy, H. M. Khalil
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL TEXTILES
(2013)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
N. A. Ibrahim, E. M. R. El-Zairy, M. R. El-Zairy, H. M. Khalil
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Xingran Kou, Dongdong Su, Fei Pan, Xiwei Xu, Qingran Meng, Qinfei Ke
Summary: This review provides a systematic discussion of the application of molecular dynamics (MD) simulations in aroma compounds (ACs)/cyclodextrins (CDs) inclusion complexes (ICs). It covers the establishment of the simulation process, parameter selection, model evaluation, and various application cases, summarizing the major achievements and challenges of this method.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Haoyu Yu, Quanbin Zhang, Ammad Ahmad Farooqi, Jing Wang, Yang Yue, Lihua Geng, Ning Wu
Summary: Brown algae are rich in fucoidan, which has been found to have anti-cancer and anti-metastasis effects. Fucoidan inhibits tumor cell growth, proliferation, and metastasis, and also promotes immune responses in the tumor microenvironment.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Liang Dong, Yanan Li, Hailin Cong, Bing Yu, Youqing Shen
Summary: Gene therapy is a revolutionary treatment that requires suitable vectors for protecting and releasing exogenous nucleic acids in target cells. Chitosan, as a non-viral vector, has gained attention due to its good biocompatibility and ability to load large amounts of nucleic acids. This paper summarizes the potential of chitosan and its derivatives as gene delivery vector materials, discusses factors influencing transfection efficiency, performance evaluation, ways to optimize infectious efficiency, and current research development directions. It also provides an outlook on the future prospects of chitosan.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ana Iglesias-Mejuto, Beatriz Magarinos, Tania Ferreira-Goncalves, Ricardo Starbird-Perez, Carmen Alvarez-Lorenzo, Catarina Pinto Reis, Ines Ardao, Carlos A. Garcia-Gonzalez
Summary: This study developed a novel processing strategy to manufacture drug-loaded and personalized aerogels with nanostructures. The aerogels demonstrated bioactivity and antimicrobial effects, promoting bone regeneration and preventing infections in bone tissue engineering.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zhenxu Shi, Dimei Yang, Yan Zhou, Xinyu Chen, Lin Gan, Jin Huang
Summary: This study proposes a micro-assembly method to improve the photoluminescent properties of crystalline cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) by organizing them within a sub-micrometer-sized metal-organic framework and coating with TiO2. The TiO2 coating prevents CNC assembly breakdown and allows information to be revealed using screenprinted labels for anti-counterfeiting purposes.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xuejiao Liu, Bin Fu, Jierong Chen, Zhenyu Sun, Dongdong Zheng, Zhonghua Li, Bing Gu, Ying Zhang, Haojie Lu
Summary: Liver disease is a major cause of global mortality, and identifying biomarkers for diagnosing its progression is crucial for improving outcomes. Targeted mass spectrometry is a powerful tool for verifying biomarker candidates and clinical applications, particularly for glycoproteins translation. However, the limitation of analyzing only one sample per run has become apparent. In this study, a high-throughput intact N-glycopeptides quantification strategy was developed, allowing the validation of 20 samples per run with an average analysis time of 3 minutes per sample. The strategy was applied in a cohort of 461 serum samples and identified a panel of 10 IgG N-glycopeptides that have strong clinical utility in evaluating the severity of liver disease.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Qian Wang, Hao Jiang, Hongli Zhang, Weiqiao Lu, Xiao Wang, Wenfeng Xu, Jia Li, Youjing Lv, Guoyun Li, Chao Cai, Guangli Yu
Summary: This study proposes a novel strategy of antibody-beta-glucan conjugates (AGC) to enhance the antitumor immune response to immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) therapy. AGC demonstrated powerful tumor suppression and promoted interaction between tumor cells and dendritic cells (DCs), thereby enhancing immunotherapeutic benefits.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Chaeyeon Lee, Sojeong Lee, Sang Wook Kang
Summary: The study aims to enhance the properties of porous membranes by addressing the limitations associated with phase separation. By using cellulose acetate and citric acid, the researchers were able to fabricate membranes with improved mechanical strength and thermal stability. The cross-linking effect of citric acid resulted in a more uniform pore structure and higher porosity.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Tejaswini Kolipaka, Giriraj Pandey, Noella Abraham, Dadi A. Srinivasarao, Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi, P. S. Rajinikanth, Vidya Tickoo, Saurabh Srivastava
Summary: This review focuses on the design and application of polysaccharide-based hydrogel wound dressings, highlighting aspects such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, drug entrapment, moisturizing ability, swelling, and mechanical properties. Additionally, various crosslinking methods and recent developments in stimuli-responsive hydrogels are discussed.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Anqi Xu, Nan Zhang, Shixing Su, Hongyu Shi, Daoqiang Lu, Xifeng Li, Xin Zhang, Xin Feng, Zhuohua Wen, Gengwu Ma, Mengshi Huang, Chi Huang, Yuqi Hu, Hao Yuan, Qinwen Liu, Daogang Guan, Jun Wang, Chuanzhi Duan
Summary: The study presents a one-pot radical polymerization method to fabricate a hydrogel with adhesive properties, which can effectively treat bacterial-infected diabetic wounds and accelerate wound healing.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Montarop Yamabhai, Munthipha Khamphio, Thae Thae Min, Chai Noy Soem, Nguyen Cao Cuong, Waheni Rizki Aprilia, Krisanai Luesukprasert, Karsidete Teeranitayatarn, Atthaphon Maneedaeng, Tina R. Tuveng, Silje B. Lorentzen, Simen Antonsen, Paiboon Jitprasertwong, Vincent G. H. Eijsink
Summary: The study investigates the bioconversion of chitosan into soluble anti-inflammatory chitosan oligosaccharides (CHOS) using an enzyme. The results show that the generated CHOS have anti-inflammatory activity, but the magnitude of the activity depends on the substrate and production process. Different methods of dissolving chitosan also affect the properties of CHOS. The study highlights the importance of quality assurance in CHOS preparations.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Wen Cao, Jiangping Wu, Xinya Zhao, Zixu Li, Jie Yu, Taili Shao, Xuefeng Hou, Lutan Zhou, Chunfei Wang, Guodong Wang, Jun Han
Summary: In this study, a water-soluble polysaccharide (PLP1) was successfully isolated and purified from Pueraria lobata. It was found that PLP1 was composed of specific glycosidic units and exhibited a better free radical-scavenging ability. Moreover, PLP1 effectively protected the liver against acute alcoholic liver disease (ALD) in mice.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ya Su, Yaqian Liu, Xueyan Hu, Yueqi Lu, Jinyuan Zhang, Wenbo Jin, Wang Liu, Yan Shu, Yuen Yee Cheng, Wenfang Li, Yi Nie, Bo Pan, Kedong Song
Summary: A 3D printed scaffold based on carbon dots-curcumin nano-drug release has been developed for drug delivery after breast cancer surgery. The scaffold showed effective inhibition of tumor growth, antibacterial activity, and promotion of wound healing, making it a promising approach for preventing tumor recurrence.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ekaterina Sokolova, Diane Jouanneau, Antonin Chevenier, Murielle Jam, Nathalie Desban, Pierre Colas, Elizabeth Ficko-Blean, Gurvan Michel
Summary: Carrageenans, a compound synthesized in red algae, have various biological properties and are valuable in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Their fine structure affects wound healing, oxidative processes, hemostasis, and inflammation. Enzymatic modification of carrageenans produces oligosaccharides that bind to natural human serum antibodies and specific antibodies, showing potential for therapeutic applications.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yan Shi, Miao Yu, Kaijin Qiu, Tiantian Kong, Chunjing Guo, Wenxue Zhang, Daquan Chen, Ming Kong
Summary: In this study, functionalized transfersomes were developed to co-deliver doxorubicin and 1MT towards primary tumors and tumor draining lymph nodes via transdermal administration using microneedles. The results showed that the nano-complexed microneedles exhibited a stronger suppression in tumor growth compared to the intravenous group.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2024)