Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Bony Amin, Nitai Roy, Amatul Elah Meem, Ekhtear Hossain, Aktarujjaman
Summary: The study found a gradual decline in tetanus toxoid immunization coverage in Bangladesh from 2006 to 2019, with disparities between regions and socioeconomic groups. It highlights the importance of strengthening public health programs to ensure adequate immunization coverage, particularly among high-risk populations.
Article
Instruments & Instrumentation
Muhammad Sohail Arshad, Shafaq Gulfam, Saman Zafar, Najmusama Abdul Jalil, Nadia Ahmad, Omar Qutachi, Ming-Wei Chang, Neenu Singh, Zeeshan Ahmad
Summary: This study successfully fabricated tetanus toxoid laden microneedle patches using a polymeric blend and sorbitol as a plasticizer. The patches showed uniform thickness, folding endurance, and swelling profile. In vitro and in vivo experiments demonstrated the effectiveness of these patches in delivering the vaccine and inducing immune responses.
DRUG DELIVERY AND TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Tadesse Tarik Tamir, Alemneh Tadesse Kassie, Alebachew Ferede Zegeye
Summary: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and determinants of immunization with tetanus toxoid-containing vaccine among pregnant women in sub-Saharan Africa. The results showed that less than half of pregnant women were immunized with two or more doses of the vaccine. Women's education and employment had a positive impact on immunization, while factors such as age, household wealth, husband's education, and community illiteracy had a negative impact. Therefore, policymakers should consider these determinants to improve the coverage of tetanus toxoid immunization in sub-Saharan Africa.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Beletech Fentie, Tewodros Getaneh Alemu, Masresha Asmare Techane, Chalachew Adugna Wubneh, Nega Tezera Assimamaw, Getaneh Mulualem Belay, Tadesse Tarik Tamir, Addis Bilal Muhye, Destaye Guadie Kassie, Amare Wondim, Bewuketu Terefe, Bethelihem Tigabu Tarekegn, Mohammed Seid Ali, Almaz Tefera Gonete, Berhan Tekeba, Selam Fisiha Kassa, Bogale Kassahun Desta, Amare Demsie Ayele, Melkamu Tilahun Dessie, Kendalem Asmare Atalell
Summary: This study analyzed the spatial distribution and determinants of tetanus toxoid immunization among pregnant mothers in Ethiopia using the 2016 EDHS data. The results showed that TT immunization coverage was higher in the northern, southwestern, and southeastern parts of the country, while it was lower in the eastern and western parts. Increased ANC visits and higher economic status were associated with higher TT immunization coverage, while residing in Addis Ababa and Dire Dewa cities decreased the coverage.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2023)
Article
Biophysics
Quan-Quan Zhuang, Rui-Ting Chen, Yi-Jing Zheng, Kai-Yuan Huang, Hua-Ping Peng, Zhen Lin, Xing-Hua Xia, Wei Chen, Hao-Hua Deng
Summary: The development of Tet-IgG-AuNCs through a facile biomineralization process for detecting tetanus toxoid has shown promising results. The immunochromatography test strip utilizing fluorescent Tet-IgG-AuNCs demonstrated good sensitivity with a detection limit of 0.03μg/mL.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Daniel Amoak, Nancy Osei Kye, Florence Wullo Anfaara, Yujiro Sano, Roger Antabe
Summary: Poverty and low education levels are among the main reasons for low maternal tetanus toxoid vaccination rates in Benin.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jianqing Peng, Qin Wang, Mingyang Guo, Chunyuan Liu, Xuesheng Chen, Ling Tao, Ke Zhang, Xiangchun Shen
Summary: In this study, a CS-coated liposome loaded with OMT was used for the treatment of lethal RSV infection. The CS-coated liposome enhanced the distribution and retention of OMT in lung tissue, effectively alleviating RSV infection. Thus, the CS-coated liposome could be a potential inhalable nanocarrier for preventing pulmonary infections.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Mona Kabiri, Haleh Bolourian, Solmaz Dehghan, Mohsen Tafaghodi
Summary: The study found that the combination of CDM and TMC nanospheres can enhance the immune response to the TT antigen. In a rabbit model, this combination resulted in the highest titer of systemic IgG antibodies and also boosted mucosal immune responses.
IRANIAN JOURNAL OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ummay Nayeema Islam, Kanchan Kumar Sen, Wasimul Bari
Summary: Disparities in tetanus toxoid immunization coverage among women in Bangladesh were found, indicating the need for immunization campaigns to improve utilization of healthcare and immunization services among disadvantaged populations.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Zhen Long, Chen Wei, Robert Ross, Xi Luo, Xiao Ma, Yingzi Qi, Ruiping Chai, Jianming Cao, Min Huang, Tao Bo
Summary: This study investigated the effects of formaldehyde on industrial TTd and DTd, revealing the detoxification process and structural changes of toxoids. The results showed that TTd and DTd obtained from mild detoxification conditions had higher glycosylation and less impact on foreign proteins. Thus, it is suggested to use mild detoxification conditions when preparing TTd and DTd.
JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY B-ANALYTICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN THE BIOMEDICAL AND LIFE SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Essie Komla, Oscar B. Torres, Rashmi Jalah, Agnieszka Sulima, Zoltan Beck, Carl R. Alving, Arthur E. Jacobson, Kenner C. Rice, Gary R. Matyas
Summary: Opioid use disorder is a serious health issue that has been increasing significantly in the past decade. Developing a conjugate vaccine to generate high affinity antibodies and neutralize opioids before they reach the brain is a complementary strategy to combat the crisis. The vaccine components include an opioid hapten conjugated to a carrier protein with adjuvants, and preexisting immunity to the carrier protein does not affect the immunogenicity and efficacy of the vaccine.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Alemneh Mekuriaw Liyew, Hiwotie Getaneh Ayalew
Summary: This study found that tetanus toxoid (TT) vaccine utilization in pregnant women was affected by both community and individual-level factors. Therefore, focusing on antenatal care services, especially encouraging pregnant women to have at least four visits, encouraging women to be exposed to media, improving community literacy, and increasing maternal employment will help to minimize TT underutilization.
ARCHIVES OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Leila Ramezanzade, Seyed Fakhreddin Hosseini, Behrouz Akbari-Adergani, Anan Yaghmur
Summary: The study aimed to develop novel hybrid nanocarriers for fish-purified antioxidant peptide, utilizing liposomes coated with chitosan cross-linked with sodium tripolyphosphate. The produced nanodispersion demonstrated good stability and retained antioxidant activity, presenting a promising approach for delivering protein hydrolysates and peptide fractions in nutraceutical and functional foods.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Hussein M. Eid, Adel A. Ali, Ahmed M. Abdelhaleem Ali, Essam M. Eissa, Randa M. Hassan, Fatma I. Abo El-Ela, Amira H. Hassan
Summary: The purpose of this study was to develop citicoline-loaded chitosan-coated liposomes for topical application and evaluate their wound healing effects in a diabetic animal model. The optimized CT-CS-LPs showed promising results in promoting skin wound healing in diabetic rats. This study provides a potential approach for treating wound healing in diabetic patients.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NANOMEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Carine Sebaaly, Souha Haydar, Helene Greige-Gerges
Summary: The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of chitosan coating layer and molecular weight on the characteristics of liposomes encapsulating eugenol. The results showed that the presence of chitosan coating layer increased the particle size of liposomes, and increasing chitosan molecular weight led to an increase in cholesterol incorporation. The incorporation rates of phospholipids and eugenol decreased in chitosomes. Chitosomes enhanced the antioxidant activity of eugenol and maintained its encapsulation after long-term storage.
JOURNAL OF DRUG DELIVERY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biophysics
Jafar Rahnama Yazdi, Mohsen Tafaghodi, Kayvan Sadri, Mohammad Mashreghi, Amin Reza Nikpoor, Sara Nikoofal-Sahlabadi, Jamshidkhan Chamani, Rahim Vakili, Seyedeh Alia Moosavian, Mahmoud Reza Jaafari
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2020)
Review
Immunology
Masoud Youssefi, Mohsen Tafaghodi, Hadi Farsiani, Kiarash Ghazvini, Masoud Keikha
Summary: Autoimmune diseases are increasingly prevalent globally, with Helicobacter pylori infection potentially playing a role in their development, especially with more virulent strains. However, some studies suggest that H. pylori infection may also prevent atrophic gastritis, although further research is needed to confirm this.
JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY IMMUNOLOGY AND INFECTION
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Davoud Salarbashi, Kambiz Jahanbin, Mohsen Tafaghodi, Elham Fahmideh-Rad
Summary: Prunus armeniaca gum exudate (PAGE) is a high molecular weight polysaccharide with arabinogalactan structure, which has potential applications as an emulsifying, binding, and stabilizing agent in food and pharmaceutical industries, as well as other fields.
FOOD SCIENCE & NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Davoud Salarbashi, Mohsen Tafaghodi, Bibi Sedigheh Fazly Bazzaz, Seyyed Mohammad Aboutorabzade, Morteza Fathi
Summary: The study found that SiO2 nanoparticles have a significant impact on the physicochemical properties of soluble soybean polysaccharide-based films. The incorporation of curcumin in the nanocomposite can enhance antibacterial activity.
FOOD SCIENCE & NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Arshid Yousefi Avarvand, Zahra Meshkat, Farzad Khademi, Mohsen Tafaghodi
Summary: This study evaluated the immunogenicity of the fusion protein HspX/EsxS of M. tuberculosis with different adjuvants in a mouse model. The results showed that ISCOMATRIX and PLUSCOM nano-adjuvants significantly increased the immunogenicity of HspX/EsxS protein, which could potentially enhance the efficacy of BCG as a booster.
MICROBIAL PATHOGENESIS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Davoud Salarbashi, Mohsen Tafaghodi, Morteza Fathi, Seyyed Mohammad Aboutorabzade, Farzaneh Sabbagh
Summary: This study developed a new polysaccharide-based encapsulation system via electrostatic interactions between PAGE and Ca2+ ions to enhance the biological activity and bioavailability of curcumin. The encapsulation efficiency was found to be 86.1%, indicating effective entrapment of curcumin within the PAGE matrix. The nanoparticles exhibited a smooth surface with spherical shape.
FOOD SCIENCE & NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Sirwan Zare, Mona Kabiri, Yousef Amini, Adel Najafi, Fatemeh Mohammadpour, Seyed Hasan Ayati, Amin Reza Nikpoor, Mohsen Tafaghodi
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the immune efficacy of multi-subunit vaccines against Mycobacterium Tuberculosis using surface-modified PLGA nanoparticles. The vaccines showed potential in stimulating cell-mediated and mucosal responses, improving protective effects, and modulating the Th1/Th2 balance.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Faezeh Dangkoub, Mojtaba Sankian, Mohsen Tafaghodi, Mahmoud Reza Jaafari, Ali Badiee
Summary: This paper reviews the application of nanocarriers in inducing immunotolerance, with a focus on targeted delivery to APCs and direct targeting of autoreactive lymphocytes. The physicochemical properties and composition of NCs play essential roles in achieving the desired immunological outcome, making them a promising approach for treating autoimmune diseases in humans.
JOURNAL OF CONTROLLED RELEASE
(2021)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Adel Najafi, Kiarash Ghazvini, Mojtaba Sankian, Leila Gholami, Yousef Amini, Sirwan Zare, Farzad Khademi, Mohsen Tafaghodi
Summary: The alginate-coated chitosan nanoparticles containing PPE17 protein and CpG were shown to be an effective strategy to enhance BCG vaccine efficiency and induce strong immune responses. The nanoparticles administered through intranasal and subcutaneous routes demonstrated promising results in inducing systemic and mucosal immune responses.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Susan Sarhadi, Seyedeh Alia Moosavian, Mohammad Mashreghi, Niloufar Rahiman, Shiva Golmohamadzadeh, Mohsen Tafaghodi, Kayvan Sadri, Jamshidkhan Chamani, Mahmoud Reza Jaafari
Summary: This study prepared B12-targeted PEGylated liposomal insulin to improve the stability and absorption of orally administered insulin. The results showed that B12-targeted liposomes were more stable than non-functionalized liposomes in the gastrointestinal environment and exhibited enhanced cellular uptake and insulin accumulation. This suggests that B12-targeted liposomes could be an effective formulation for oral delivery of insulin.
JOURNAL OF DRUG DELIVERY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Malihe Karimi, Hossein Kamali, Marzieh Mohammadi, Mohsen Tafaghodi
Summary: Therapeutic proteins and peptides have gained attention for chronic diseases, and pulmonary drug administration is a promising alternative with acceptable bioavailability and stability. Stabilizing proteins through drying techniques is critical, and various methods have been used to prepare inhalable powders.
JOURNAL OF DRUG DELIVERY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Sina Majidi, Jebrail Movaffagh, Hossein Kamali, Azadeh Shahroodi, Mohsen Tafaghodi, Davoud Salarbashi
Summary: This study developed a new type of nanofiber membrane that improves the oral absorption and release rate of sumatriptan, a drug used for migraines, thereby enhancing its application in drug delivery systems.
JOURNAL OF DRUG DELIVERY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Maryam Kouhjani, Mahmoud Reza Jaafari, Hossein Kamali, Amirhossein Abbasi, Mohsen Tafaghodi, Seyed Ali Mousavi Shaegh
Summary: Poly lactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA) is a suitable polymer for delivering small and macromolecule drugs. In this research, a microfluidic mixer was used to produce insulin-loaded PLGA nanoparticles (NPs) with tunable properties. The microfluidic method allowed for the production of NPs with smaller size and narrower size distribution compared to the conventional method. Additionally, the encapsulation efficiency and loading capacity of the NPs produced through the microfluidic method were significantly higher. The NPs prepared by the microfluidic method showed enhanced reduction of trans-epithelial electrical resistance values and greater paracellular permeation compared to those prepared by the conventional method.
JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE-POLYMER EDITION
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Zohreh Firouzi, Mahmoud Reza Jaafari, Mojtaba Sankian, Sirwan Zare, Mohsen Tafaghodi
Summary: This study prepared a self-assembled nanomicelle as a potential vaccine candidate against tuberculosis. The nanomicelle was able to induce immune cell maturation and elicit both systemic and mucosal immune responses. The results suggest that the nanomicelle holds promise in boosting the efficacy of the BCG vaccine.
IRANIAN JOURNAL OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Mona Kabiri, Haleh Bolourian, Solmaz Dehghan, Mohsen Tafaghodi
Summary: The study found that the combination of CDM and TMC nanospheres can enhance the immune response to the TT antigen. In a rabbit model, this combination resulted in the highest titer of systemic IgG antibodies and also boosted mucosal immune responses.
IRANIAN JOURNAL OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Biophysics
Cristina Potrich, Anna Pedrotti, Cecilia Pederzolli, Lorenzo Lunelli
Summary: This study developed different functional surfaces for capturing exosomes and verified their effectiveness through experiments. Among them, the negatively-charged surface performed the best, capturing a large number of exosomes and successfully analyzing their biomarkers.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Brojendra Nath Saren, Srushti Mahajan, Mayur Aalhate, Rahul Kumar, Essha Chatterjee, Indrani Maji, Ujala Gupta, Santosh Kumar Guru, Pankaj Kumar Singh
Summary: This study developed P-selectin-targeted dasatinib nanoparticles coated with chitosan and fucoidan (DST-CH-FUC-NPs), which showed sustained release, reduced hemolytic potential, increased cytotoxicity and cellular uptake compared to free dasatinib. These nanoparticles also demonstrated enhanced ROS production, mitochondrial membrane potential damage, apoptosis induction, cell migration inhibition, and disruption of lysosomal membrane integrity.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Weiping Deng, Xiaohui Li, Ya Li, Zhongbing Huang, Yulin Wang, Ning Mu, Juan Wang, Tunan Chen, Ximing Pu, Guangfu Yin, Hua Feng
Summary: This study demonstrates the importance of chirality in nerve repair by constructing a GO-phenylalanine derivative hydrogel system. In vivo experiments show that the dextro group significantly improves functional recovery and histological restoration in rat sciatic nerve repair models. The doped GO promotes angiogenesis and myelination. These results suggest that chirality plays a crucial role in promoting nerve regeneration.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Xiaoyan Wang, Jin Gao, Yu Gao, Linlin Zhang, Congchao Xu, Qintong Li, Lin Li, Jianliang Xue
Summary: In this study, a highly effective surfactant producer strain, Bacillus Cereus GX7, was isolated from the oil tank bottom sludge of Shengli Oil Field in China. The biosurfactant produced by GX7 was identified as surfactin, a lipopeptide surfactant, through TLC, FT-IR, and LC-MS/MS analysis. The fermentation process of GX7 was optimized using single-factor experiments, focusing on the composition of fermentation medium and fermentation conditions. Glucose and peptone were found to be the best carbon and nitrogen sources, and the optimum temperature, inoculum amount, pH, rotation speed, and fermentation time for the strain were determined to be 30°C, 1%, 7.5, 150 rpm, and 48 h, respectively. After optimization, the surface tension and emulsification index of the fermentation broth were 26.84 mN/m and 57.84%, respectively. Furthermore, the biosurfactant produced by GX7 demonstrated good stability over a wide range of temperature, pH, and salt concentration.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Rodney Marcelo do Nascimento, Christine Grauby-Heywang, Houssem Kahli, Nesrine Debez, Laure Beven, Ivan Helmuth Bechtold, Touria Cohen Bouhacina
Summary: This article presents a theoretical model based on thermodynamic rules to assess the early stages of bacterial biofilm formation on different material surfaces. By utilizing morphological characteristics of bacteria and Atomic Force Microscopy images, the model generates a dataset of energetically minimized states, which can be correlated with bacterial adhesion states.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Filipa A. L. S. Silva, Licinia Timochenco, Raquel Costa-Almeida, Jose Ramiro Fernandes, Susana G. Santos, Fernao D. Magalhaes, Artur M. Pinto
Summary: The study demonstrates that by photoreducing nanosized graphene oxide using ultraviolet radiation, nanometric particles with high light-to-heat conversion efficiency and water stability can be obtained. These nanomaterials exhibit high absorption in the near-infrared region and show no cytotoxicity towards human cells, indicating their potential for safe therapy.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
D. Costa, V. De Matteis, F. Treso, G. Montani, M. Martino, R. Rinaldi, M. Corrado, M. Cascione
Summary: This review primarily discusses the relationship between contact lens discomfort (CLD) and the surface properties of contact lenses (CLs), specifically the coefficient of friction (CoF). The review emphasizes the importance of introducing a standardized protocol for measuring CoF and calls for a more precise evaluation of the relationship between surface properties and comfort in CLs users.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Debdip Brahma, Tamal Sarkar, Rupal Kaushik, Akshay Narayan Sarangi, Amar Nath Gupta
Summary: This in-vitro study evaluates the effect of reactive oxygen species (ROS) on the structural rearrangement of elastin. The results show that oxidative stress leads to a decrease in protein size and changes in secondary structure, potentially promoting protein aggregation. This study is important for therapeutics aiming to prevent elastin degradation and aging.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Xin Yang, Qiang Wang, Chaoxi Yan, Degang Huang, Yinchang Zhang, Huazheng He, Shouliang Xiong, Congming Li, Pingbo Chen, Tingjun Ye, Dan Hu, Lei Wang
Summary: This study presents a practical and effective strategy to improve osseointegration in patients with osteoporosis. By coating titanium implants with polydopamine followed by strontium modification, the bi-functional implants promote bone regeneration and immune regulation. The results show good biocompatibility, sustained release of strontium ions, and stable osseointegration between bone tissues and implants.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Sengwang Fu, Jianping Zhu, Zhijun Jiang, Yue Cao, Yufei Chen, Lihao Zhang, Sunlong Li, Weipeng Lu, Chengbin Miao, Qing He, Qi Li, Weixing Zhang, Lehao Ren, Yachun Li, Hongchao Shi, Cihui Liu
Summary: Effective management of biofluids is crucial for in vivo surgical interventions. Recent advances include self-sealing needles, drug-eluting stents, and shear-thinning hydrogels. However, complications associated with intestinal mucosal injury and secondary damage still persist. In this study, researchers developed an interpenetrating Janus wettability stent coating that enables unidirectional draining of excessive biofluid. They also demonstrated directional biofluid movement using a self-pumping dressing with potential applications in biofluid collection and disease diagnosis through metal ion detection. This integrated system presents an opportunity for designing wound dressings with effective biofluid management and metal ion detection capabilities.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Maryam Hassani, Mojtaba Kamankesh, Mazda Rad-Malekshahi, Kobra Rostamizadeh, Farhad Rezaee, Ismaeil Haririan, Seyed Mojtaba Daghighi
Summary: Bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation on the surface of biomaterial implants is a critical problem, and a polymer brush coating with antiadhesive and antimicrobial properties has proven to be highly effective in resolving this issue.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Huaihong Zhang, Na Liu, Yuting Zhang, Hui Cang, Zhaosheng Cai, Ziqun Huang, Jun Li
Summary: A functionalized cationic polymer, CR-PQAC, was designed and synthesized for photothermal enhanced antimicrobial therapy. The CR-PQAC nanoparticles exhibited significant antibacterial activity and low cytotoxicity against mammalian cells.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Ipsita Sahu, Priyadarshi Chakraborty
Summary: Peptide nanotechnology bridges the gap between materials and biological worlds by utilizing self-assembly of short-peptide building blocks. Hydrogels engineered from these short peptides show great potential in biomedical applications, but their weak mechanical properties and limited functional diversity need to be addressed. Nanoengineering the networks of these hydrogels by incorporating small molecules, polymers, and inorganic/carbon nanomaterials can enhance their mechanical properties and expand their functional diversity.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Hao Wei, Yajun Gu, Ao Li, Panpan Song, Dingding Liu, Feihu Sun, Xiaofeng Ma, Xiaoyun Qian
Summary: In this study, a stable three-dimensional conductive hydrogel was prepared by cross-linking MXenes to Matrigel hydrogel. The conductive hydrogel promotes the proliferation and differentiation of NSCs, providing new strategies for neural tissue engineering.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Yue Zhong, Xiaoli Ge, Juan Zhang, Qun Wei, Feng Wang, Yongke Zhong
Summary: The effect of oxygenic groups on the hemocompatibility of activated carbon was studied through liquid-phase oxidation and subsequent heat treatment. Results showed that the presence of oxygenic groups improved hemocompatibility, while their removal decreased it.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2024)