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Sabira O, Drisya N, Ajaykumar AP, Mathew A, Narayanan Jayaraj K, Binitha VS, Zeena KV, Roy KB, Janish PA, Sheena P, Viswanathan KP. From Ficus recemosa Leaf Galls to Therapeutic Silver Nanoparticles: Antibacterial and Anticancer Applications. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:1025. [PMID: 39204370 PMCID: PMC11359757 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16081025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2024] [Revised: 07/24/2024] [Accepted: 07/30/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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The synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using environmentally friendly methods has become increasingly important due to its sustainability and cost-effectiveness. This study investigates the green synthesis of AgNPs using gall extracts from the plant Ficus recemosa, known for its high phytochemical content. The formation of AgNPs was verified through multiple analytical techniques, including UV-Vis spectroscopy, Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), zeta potential analysis, and dynamic light scattering (DLS). The UV-Vis spectroscopy results displayed a distinct surface plasmon resonance peak indicative of AgNP formation. FTIR analysis revealed specific interactions between silver ions and phytochemicals in the gall extract, while TEM images confirmed the nanoscale morphology and size of the synthesized particles. Zeta potential and DLS analyses provided insights into the stability and size distribution of the AgNPs, demonstrating good colloidal stability. Biological properties of the AgNPs were assessed through various assays. Antimicrobial activity was tested using the disc diffusion method against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, showing significant inhibitory effects. The anticancer potential was evaluated using the trypan blue exclusion assay on Dalton's Lymphoma Ascites (DLA) cells, revealing considerable cytotoxicity. Additionally, antimitotic activity was studied in the dividing root cells of Allium cepa, where the AgNPs significantly inhibited cell division. This research highlights the effective use of F. recemosa gall extracts for the green synthesis of AgNPs, presenting an eco-friendly approach to producing nanoparticles with strong antimicrobial, anticancer, and antimitotic properties. The promising results suggest potential applications of these biogenic AgNPs in medical and agricultural sectors, paving the way for further exploration and utilization.
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- Ovungal Sabira
- Division of Biomaterial Sciences, Department of Zoology, Sree Neelakanta Government Sanskrit College, Pattambi 679303, Kerala, India; (O.S.); (N.D.); (K.V.Z.); (P.A.J.)
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- Division of Biomaterial Sciences, Department of Zoology, Sree Neelakanta Government Sanskrit College, Pattambi 679303, Kerala, India; (O.S.); (N.D.); (K.V.Z.); (P.A.J.)
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- Division of Biomaterial Sciences, Department of Zoology, Sree Neelakanta Government Sanskrit College, Pattambi 679303, Kerala, India; (O.S.); (N.D.); (K.V.Z.); (P.A.J.)
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- Clinical Sciences Department, Centre for Medical and Bio-Allied Health Sciences Research, Ajman University, Ajman P.O. Box 346, United Arab Emirates;
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- Basic Sciences Department, Centre for Medical and Bio-Allied Health Sciences Research, Ajman University, Ajman P.O. Box 346, United Arab Emirates
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- Division of Biomaterial Sciences, Department of Zoology, Sree Neelakanta Government Sanskrit College, Pattambi 679303, Kerala, India; (O.S.); (N.D.); (K.V.Z.); (P.A.J.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Sree Neelakanta Government Sanskrit College, Pattambi 679303, Kerala, India;
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- Division of Biomaterial Sciences, Department of Zoology, Sree Neelakanta Government Sanskrit College, Pattambi 679303, Kerala, India; (O.S.); (N.D.); (K.V.Z.); (P.A.J.)
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- Division of Biomaterial Sciences, Department of Zoology, Sree Neelakanta Government Sanskrit College, Pattambi 679303, Kerala, India; (O.S.); (N.D.); (K.V.Z.); (P.A.J.)
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Kazmi MB, Almutairi HH, Andleeb A, Jabeen R, Mustafa G, Habiba UE, Kazmi SA, Naz F, Qammar N. Mentha longifolia assisted nanostructures: An approach to obliterate microbial biofilms. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0303521. [PMID: 38985793 PMCID: PMC11236100 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0303521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024] Open
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Microbes maneuver strategies to become incessant and biofilms perfectly play a role in scaling up virulence to cause long-lasting infections. The present study was designed to assess the use of an eco-friendly formulation of functionalized silver nanoparticles generated from Mentha longifolia leaf extract (MℓE) for the treatment of biofilm-producing microbes. Nanoparticles synthesized using MℓE as a reducing agent were optimized at different strengths of AgNO3 (1 mM, 2 mM, 3 mM, and 4 mM). Synthesis of M. longifolia silver nanoparticles (MℓAgNPs) was observed spectrophotometrically (450 nm) showing that MℓAgNPs (4 mM) had the highest absorbance. Various techniques e.g., Fourier transforms Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Dynamic light scattering (DLS), zeta potential (ZP), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscope (SEM), and transmission electron microscope (TEM) were used to characterize MℓAgNPs. In the present study, the Kirby-Bauer method revealed 4mM was the most detrimental conc. of MℓAgNPs with MIC and MBC values of 0.62 μg/mL and 1.25 μg/mL, 0.03 μg/mL and 0.078 μg/mL, and 0.07 μg/mL and 0.15 μg/mL against previously isolated and identified clinical strains of Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Staphylococcus aureus, respectively. Moreover, the MℓAgNP antibiofilm activity was examined via tissue culture plate (TCP) assay that revealed biofilm inhibition of up to 87.09%, 85.6%, 83.11%, and 75.09% against E. coli, P. aeruginosa, K. pneumonia, and S. aureus, respectively. Herbal synthesized silver nanoparticles (MℓAgNPs) tend to have excellent antibacterial and antibiofilm properties and are promising for other biomedical applications involving the extrication of irksome biofilms. For our best knowledge, it is the first study on the use of the green-synthesized silver nanoparticle MℓAgNP as an antibiofilm agent, suggesting that this material has antibiotic, therapeutic, and industrial applications.
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- Mahwish Batool Kazmi
- Department of Biochemistry & Biotechnology, The Women University Multan, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biochemistry & Biotechnology, The Women University Multan, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry & Biotechnology, The Women University Multan, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry & Biotechnology, The Women University Multan, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Environmental Science, COMSATS, Abbottabad Campus, Abbottabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Statistics, The Women University Multan, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
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Abdoli M, Khaledian S, Mavaei M, Hajmomeni P, Ghowsi M, Qalekhani F, Nemati H, Fattahi A, Sadrjavadi K. Centaurea behen leaf extract mediated green synthesized silver nanoparticles as antibacterial and removing agent of environmental pollutants with blood compatible and hemostatic effects. Sci Rep 2024; 14:13941. [PMID: 38886391 PMCID: PMC11183110 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-64468-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024] Open
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The present study focused on evaluating the antibacterial properties, radical scavenging, and photocatalytic activities of Centaurea behen-mediated silver nanoparticles (Cb-AgNPs). The formation of Cb-AgNPs was approved by UV-Vis spectrometry, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive X-ray and X-ray diffraction. The results showed that the obtained AgNPs have a maximum absorbance peak at 450 nm with spherical morphology and an average size of 13.03 ± 5.8 nm. The catalytic activity of the Cb-AgNPs was investigated using Safranin O (SO) solution as a cationic dye model. The Cb-AgNPs performed well in the removal of SO. The coupled physical adsorption/photocatalysis reaction calculated about 68% and 98% degradation of SO dye under solar irradiation. The Cb-AgNPs inhibited the growth of gram-negative or positive bacteria strains and had excellent DPPH radicals scavenging ability (100% in a concentration of 200 µg/ml) as well as a good effect on reducing coagulation time (at concentrations of 200 and 500 µg/mL reduced clotting time up to 3 min). Considering the fact that green synthesized Cb-AgNPs have antioxidant and antibacterial properties and have a good ability to reduce coagulation time, they can be used in wound dressings. As well as these NPs with good photocatalytic activity can be a suitable option for degrading organic pollutants.
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- Mohadese Abdoli
- Nano Drug Delivery Research Center, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Department of Nanobiotechnology, Faculty of Innovative Science and Technology, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Infectious Diseases Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Student's Research Committee, School of Pharmacy, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
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- Student's Research Committee, School of Pharmacy, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Medical Biology Research Center, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
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MubarakAli D, Kim SM, Ko YB, Kim JW, Jang YJ, Lee SY. Synthesis of Ag-Doped Tetrahedral Amorphous Carbon Coatings and Their Antibiofilm Efficacy for Medical Implant Application. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 14:1017. [PMID: 38921893 PMCID: PMC11206989 DOI: 10.3390/nano14121017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2024] [Revised: 06/05/2024] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024]
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Tetrahedral amorphous carbon (taC) is a hydrogen-free carbon with extensive properties such as hardness, optical transparency, and chemical inertness. taC coatings have attracted much attention in recent times, as have coatings doped with a noble metal. A known antimicrobial metal agent, silver (Ag), has been used as a dopant in taC, with different Ag concentrations on the Ti64 coupons using a hybrid filtered cathodic vacuum arc (FCVA) and magnetron sputtering system. The physiochemical properties of the coated surface were investigated using spectroscopic and electron microscopy techniques. A doping effect of Ag-taC on biofilm formation was investigated and found to have a significant effect on the bacterial-biofilm-forming bacteria Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa depending on the concentration of Ag. Further, the effect of coated and uncoated Ag-taC films on a pathogenic bacterium was examined using SEM. The result revealed that the Ag-taC coatings inhibited the biofilm formation of S. aureus. Therefore, this study demonstrated the possible use of Ag-taC coatings against biofilm-related complications on medical devices and infections from pathogenic bacteria.
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- Davoodbasha MubarakAli
- Center for Surface Technology and Applications, Korea Aerospace University, Goyang 10540, Republic of Korea;
- School of Life Sciences, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai 600048, India
- Crescent Global Outreach Mission (CGOM), B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai 600048, India
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- Heat and Surface Technology R&D Department, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology (KITECH), Incheon 21999, Republic of Korea;
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- Division of Bioengineering, Incheon National University, Songdo, Incheon 22012, Republic of Korea; (Y.-B.K.); (J.-W.K.)
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- Division of Bioengineering, Incheon National University, Songdo, Incheon 22012, Republic of Korea; (Y.-B.K.); (J.-W.K.)
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- Surface Technology Division, Korea Institute of Material Sciences, Changwon 51508, Republic of Korea;
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- Center for Surface Technology and Applications, Korea Aerospace University, Goyang 10540, Republic of Korea;
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Granja Alvear A, Pineda-Aguilar N, Lozano P, Lárez-Velázquez C, Suppan G, Galeas S, Debut A, Vizuete K, De Lima L, Saucedo-Vázquez JP, Alexis F, López F. Synergistic Antibacterial Properties of Silver Nanoparticles and Its Reducing Agent from Cinnamon Bark Extract. Bioengineering (Basel) 2024; 11:517. [PMID: 38790383 PMCID: PMC11117492 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering11050517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2024] [Revised: 05/12/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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Synthesis of silver nanoparticles with antibacterial properties using a one-pot green approach that harnesses the natural reducing and capping properties of cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) bark extract is presented in this work. Silver nitrate was the sole chemical reagent employed in this process, acting as the precursor salt. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectroscopy (GC-MS), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) analysis, and some phytochemical tests demonstrated that cinnamaldehyde is the main component in the cinnamon bark extract. The resulting bio-reduced silver nanoparticles underwent comprehensive characterization by Ultraviolet-Vis (UV-Vis) and Fourier Transform InfraRed spectrophotometry (FTIR), Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), Transmission Electron Microscopy, and Scanning Electron Microscopy suggesting that cinnamaldehyde was chemically oxidated to produce silver nanoparticles. These cinnamon-extract-based silver nanoparticles (AgNPs-cinnamon) displayed diverse morphologies ranging from spherical to prismatic shapes, with sizes spanning between 2.94 and 65.1 nm. Subsequently, the antibacterial efficacy of these nanoparticles was investigated against Klebsiella, E. Coli, Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus aureus, and Acinetobacter strains. The results suggest the promising potential of silver nanoparticles obtained (AgNPs-cinnamon) as antimicrobial agents, offering a new avenue in the fight against bacterial infections.
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- Araceli Granja Alvear
- CATS Research Group, School of Chemical Sciences Engineering, Yachay Tech University, Urcuquí 100119, Ecuador; (A.G.A.); (G.S.); (L.D.L.); (J.P.S.-V.)
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- Centro de Investigación de Materiales Avanzados CIMAV-Monterrey, Monterrey 64630, Mexico;
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- Centro de Investigaciones en Ciencias Microbiológicas, Instituto de Ciencias, Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Puebla 72570, Mexico;
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- Laboratorio de Polímeros, Departamento de Química, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad de Los Andes, Mérida 5101, Venezuela;
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- CATS Research Group, School of Chemical Sciences Engineering, Yachay Tech University, Urcuquí 100119, Ecuador; (A.G.A.); (G.S.); (L.D.L.); (J.P.S.-V.)
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- Laboratorio de Nuevos Materiales (LANUM), Escuela Politécnica Nacional, Quito 170143, Ecuador;
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- Centro de Nanociencia y Nanotecnología, Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas ESPE, Sangolqui 171523, Ecuador; (A.D.); (K.V.)
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- Centro de Nanociencia y Nanotecnología, Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas ESPE, Sangolqui 171523, Ecuador; (A.D.); (K.V.)
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- CATS Research Group, School of Chemical Sciences Engineering, Yachay Tech University, Urcuquí 100119, Ecuador; (A.G.A.); (G.S.); (L.D.L.); (J.P.S.-V.)
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- CATS Research Group, School of Chemical Sciences Engineering, Yachay Tech University, Urcuquí 100119, Ecuador; (A.G.A.); (G.S.); (L.D.L.); (J.P.S.-V.)
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- Departamento de Ingeniería Química, Colegio de Ciencias e Ingeniería, Instituto de Energía y Materiales, Instituto de Microbiología, Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ), Quito 170901, Ecuador
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- CATS Research Group, School of Chemical Sciences Engineering, Yachay Tech University, Urcuquí 100119, Ecuador; (A.G.A.); (G.S.); (L.D.L.); (J.P.S.-V.)
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Khedr WE, Shaheen MNF, Elmahdy EM, El-Bendary MA, Hamed AA, Mohamedin AH. Silver and gold nanoparticles: Eco-friendly synthesis, antibiofilm, antiviral, and anticancer bioactivities. Prep Biochem Biotechnol 2024; 54:470-482. [PMID: 37610377 DOI: 10.1080/10826068.2023.2248238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/24/2023]
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For the first time in this study, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) and gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) were green synthesized by the cost-effective and eco-friendly procedure using Cotton seed meal and Fodder yeast extracts. The biosynthesized NPs were characterized by UV-Vis spectroscopy, dynamic light scattering analysis (DLS), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), selected area electron diffraction (SAED), and fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. Furthermore, the biosynthesized NPs were tested in vitro against biofilm formation by some pathogenic negative bacteria (Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Klebsiella sp., Salmonella sp., and Pseudomonas aeruginosa) and negative bacteria (staphylococcus aureus) as well as against human denovirus serotype 5 (HAdV-5) and anticancer activity using HepG2 hepatocarcinoma cells. UV-Vis absorption spectra of reaction mixture of AgNPs and AuNPs exhibited maximum absorbance at 440 nm and 540 nm, respectively. This finding was confirmed by DLS measurements that the highest intensity of the AgNPs and AuNPs were 84 nm and 73.9 nm, respectively. FTIR measurements identified some functional groups detected in Cotton seed meal and Fodder yeast extracts that could be responsible for reduction of silver and gold ions to metallic silver and gold. The morphologies and particle size of AgNPs and AuNPs were confirmed by the TEM and SAED pattern analysis. Biosynthesized AgNPs and AuNPs showed good inhibitory effects against biofilms produced by Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Klebsiella sp., Salmonella sp., Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus. In addition, they showed anticancer activities against hepatocellular carcinoma (HepG-2) and antiviral activity against human adenovirus serotype 5 infection in vitro. Finally, the results of this study is expected to be extremely helpful to nano-biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and food packing applications through developing antimicrobial and/or an anticancer drugs from ecofriendly and inexpensive nanoparticles with multi-potentiality.
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- Environmental Virology Laboratory, Water Pollution Research Department, Environment and Climate Change Research Institute, National Research Centre, Dokki, Giza, Egypt
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- Environmental Virology Laboratory, Water Pollution Research Department, Environment and Climate Change Research Institute, National Research Centre, Dokki, Giza, Egypt
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- Microbial Chemistry Department, Biotechnology Research Institute, National Research Centre, Dokki, Giza, Egypt
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- Microbial Chemistry Department, Biotechnology Research Institute, National Research Centre, Dokki, Giza, Egypt
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Malik AK, Singh C, Tiwari P, Verma D, Mehata AK, Vikas, Setia A, Mukherjee A, Muthu MS. Nanofibers of N,N,N-trimethyl chitosan capped bimetallic nanoparticles: Preparation, characterization, wound dressing and in vivo treatment of MDR microbial infection and tracking by optical and photoacoustic imaging. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 263:130154. [PMID: 38354928 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.130154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2023] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 02/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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Recent advancements in wound care have led to the development of interactive wound dressings utilizing nanotechnology, aimed at enhancing healing and combating bacterial infections while adhering to established protocols. Our novel wound dressings consist of N,N,N-trimethyl chitosan capped gold‑silver nanoparticles (Au-Ag-TMC-NPs), with a mean size of 108.3 ± 8.4 nm and a zeta potential of +54.4 ± 1.8 mV. These optimized nanoparticles exhibit potent antibacterial and antifungal properties, with minimum inhibitory concentrations ranging from 0.390 μg ml-1 to 3.125 μg ml-1 and also exhibited promising zones of inhibition against multi-drug resistant strains of S. aureus, E. coli, P. aeruginosa, and C. albicans. Microbial transmission electron microscopy reveals substantial damage to cell walls and DNA condensation post-treatment. Furthermore, the nanoparticles demonstrate remarkable inhibition of microbial efflux pumps and are non-hemolytic in human blood. Incorporated into polyvinyl alcohol/chitosan nanofibers, they form Au-Ag-TMC-NPs-NFs with diameters of 100-350 nm, facilitating efficient antimicrobial wound dressing. In vivo studies on MDR microbial-infected wounds in mice showed 99.34 % wound healing rate within 12 days, corroborated by analyses of wound marker protein expression levels and advanced imaging techniques such as ultrasound/photoacoustic imaging, providing real-time visualization and blood flow assessment for a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic wound healing processes.
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- Ankit Kumar Malik
- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi 221005, UP, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi 221005, UP, India
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- Department of Microbiology, Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU, Varanasi 221005, UP, India
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- Department of Molecular and Human Genetics, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005, UP, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi 221005, UP, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi 221005, UP, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi 221005, UP, India
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- Department of Molecular and Human Genetics, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005, UP, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi 221005, UP, India.
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Lupuliasa AI, Baroi AM, Avramescu SM, Vasile BS, Prisada RM, Fierascu RC, Fierascu I, Sărdărescu (Toma) DI, Ripszky Totan A, Voicu-Bălășea B, Pițuru SM, Popa L, Ghica MV, Dinu-Pîrvu CE. Application of Common Culinary Herbs for the Development of Bioactive Materials. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:997. [PMID: 38611526 PMCID: PMC11013859 DOI: 10.3390/plants13070997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2024] [Revised: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024]
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Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis L.) and oregano (Origanum vulgare L.), traditionally used for their antimicrobial properties, can be considered viable candidates for nanotechnology applications, in particular for the phytosynthesis of metal nanoparticles. The present work aims to evaluate the potential application of hyssop and oregano for the phytosynthesis of silver nanoparticles, as well as to evaluate the biological activities of their extracts and obtained nanoparticles (antioxidant potential, as well as cell viability, inflammation level and cytotoxicity in human fibroblasts HFIB-G cell line studies). In order to obtain natural extracts, two extraction methods were applied (classical temperature extraction and microwave-assisted extraction), with the extraction method having a major influence on their composition, as demonstrated by both the total phenolic compounds (significantly higher for the microwave-assisted extraction; the oregano extracts had consistently higher TPC values, compared with the hyssop extracts) and in terms of individual components identified via HPLC. The obtained nanoparticles ware characterized via X-ray diffraction (XRD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), with the lowest dimension nanoparticles being recorded for the nanoparticles obtained using the oregano microwave extract (crystallite size 2.94 nm through XRD, average diameter 10 nm via TEM). The extract composition and particle size also influenced the antioxidant properties (over 60% DPPH inhibition being recorded for the NPs obtained using the oregano microwave extract). Cell viability was not affected at the lowest tested concentrations, which can be correlated with the nitric oxide level. Cell membrane integrity was not affected after exposure to classic temperature hyssop extract-NPs, while the other samples led to a significant LDH increase.
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- Alina Ioana Lupuliasa
- Department of Physical and Colloidal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania; (A.I.L.); (L.P.); (M.V.G.); (C.-E.D.-P.)
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- National Institute for Research & Development in Chemistry and Petrochemistry ICECHIM Bucharest, 202 Splaiul Independenței, 060021 Bucharest, Romania; (A.-M.B.); (I.F.)
- Faculty of Horticulture, University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Bucharest, 59 Mărăști Blvd., 011464 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry and Catalysis, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Bucharest, 030018 Bucharest, Romania;
- Research Centre for Environmental Protection and Waste Management (PROTMED), University of Bucharest, Splaiul Independenței 91-95, Sect. 5, 050107 Bucharest, Romania
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- Research Center for Advanced Materials, Products and Processes, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 313 Splaiul Independenţei, 060042 Bucharest, Romania;
- National Research Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 313 Splaiul Independenţei, 060042 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physical and Colloidal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania; (A.I.L.); (L.P.); (M.V.G.); (C.-E.D.-P.)
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- National Institute for Research & Development in Chemistry and Petrochemistry ICECHIM Bucharest, 202 Splaiul Independenței, 060021 Bucharest, Romania; (A.-M.B.); (I.F.)
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 1-7 Gheorghe Polizu St., 011061 Bucharest, Romania;
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- National Institute for Research & Development in Chemistry and Petrochemistry ICECHIM Bucharest, 202 Splaiul Independenței, 060021 Bucharest, Romania; (A.-M.B.); (I.F.)
- Faculty of Horticulture, University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Bucharest, 59 Mărăști Blvd., 011464 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 1-7 Gheorghe Polizu St., 011061 Bucharest, Romania;
- National Research and Development Institute for Biotechnology in Horticulture, 37 Bucureti-Pitesti Str., 117715 Ștefănești, Romania
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 17-23 Plevnei Street, 020021 Bucharest, Romania;
- Interdisciplinary Center for Dental Research and Development, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania; (B.V.-B.); (S.-M.P.)
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- Interdisciplinary Center for Dental Research and Development, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania; (B.V.-B.); (S.-M.P.)
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- Interdisciplinary Center for Dental Research and Development, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania; (B.V.-B.); (S.-M.P.)
- Department of Organization, Professional Legislation and Management of the Dental Office, Faculty of Dental Medicine, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 17-23 Plevnei Street, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physical and Colloidal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania; (A.I.L.); (L.P.); (M.V.G.); (C.-E.D.-P.)
- Innovative Therapeutic Structures R&D Center (InnoTher), “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physical and Colloidal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania; (A.I.L.); (L.P.); (M.V.G.); (C.-E.D.-P.)
- Innovative Therapeutic Structures R&D Center (InnoTher), “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physical and Colloidal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania; (A.I.L.); (L.P.); (M.V.G.); (C.-E.D.-P.)
- Innovative Therapeutic Structures R&D Center (InnoTher), “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 6 Traian Vuia Str., 020956 Bucharest, Romania
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Aftab R, Akbar F, Afroz A, Asif A, Khan MR, Rehman N, Zeeshan N. Mentha piperita silver nanoparticle-loaded hydrocolloid film for enhanced diabetic wound healing in rats. J Wound Care 2024; 33:xlviii-lx. [PMID: 38457268 DOI: 10.12968/jowc.2024.33.sup3a.xlviii] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/10/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the role of Mentha piperita silver nanoparticle-loaded carbopol gel for enhanced wound healing in a diabetic rat model. This research further aims to explore bioactive compounds derived from Mentha piperita obtained from high altitude. METHOD Methanolic extracts of Mentha piperita (MP), Mentha spicata (MS) and Mentha longifolia (ML) were used to synthesise silver nanoparticles (AgNP). AgNP synthesis was confirmed by ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The antioxidant activity was assessed by 2, 2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DDPH) assay. Antiglycation potential was determined by measuring the fluorescent advanced glycation end products. The bioactive compound identified in the Mentha piperita methanolic (MPM) fraction through electrospray ionisation tandem mass spectrometric analysis (ESI-MS) was responsible for the highest antiglycation. The effects of MPM and MPM.AgNP-loaded Carbopol (Sanare Lab, India) on wound healing were compared in male, alloxan-induced, diabetic albino rats (200-250g), divided into control and treated groups. Effects on wound healing were assessed via histopathology. RESULTS UV-Vis and FTIR confirmed NP synthesis with peaks for flavonoids and polyphenols. SEM and XRD explored the cubical, 30-63nm crystalline NP. The maximum antioxidant and antiglycation potential was observed in order of; MP.AgNP>MS.AgNP>ML.AgNP. The highest antioxidant activity was observed by methanolic and aqueous MP.AgNPs (88.55% and 83.63%, respectively) at 2mg.ml-1, and (75.16% and 69.73%, respectively) at 1mg.ml-1, compared to ascorbic acid (acting as a positive control, 90.01%). MPM.AgNPs demonstrated the best antiglycation potential of 75.2% and 83.3% at 1mg.ml-1 and 2mg.ml-1, respectively, comparable to positive control (rutin: 88.1%) at 14 days post-incubation. A similar trend was observed for antimicrobial activity against Bacillus subtilis, Micrococcus luteus and Escherichia coli with an inhibition zone of 21mm, 21.6mm and 24.6mm. Rosmarinic acid was the active compound present in Mentha piperita, as identified by ESI-MS. MPM.AgNP-loaded Carbopol resulted in 100% wound closure compared with control at 20 days post-wounding. In the treatment group, re-epithelialisation was achieved by day 18, compared with 25 days for the positive control group. CONCLUSION MPM.AgNP-loaded Carbopol demonstrated safer and more effective biological properties, hence accelerating the diabetic excision wound healing process in alloxan-induced diabetic rats.
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- Reema Aftab
- Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, University of Gujrat, Hafiz Hayat Campus Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, University of Gujrat, Hafiz Hayat Campus Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, University of Gujrat, Hafiz Hayat Campus Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Nawaz Sharif Medical College, University of Gujrat, Hafiz Hayat Campus Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan
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- National Institute for Genomics and Advanced Biotechnology, National Agricultural Research Centre, Park Road, Islamabad 45500, Pakistan
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- National Institute for Genomics and Advanced Biotechnology, National Agricultural Research Centre, Park Road, Islamabad 45500, Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, University of Gujrat, Hafiz Hayat Campus Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan
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Ohiduzzaman M, Khan M, Khan K, Paul B. Biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles by banana pulp extract: Characterizations, antibacterial activity, and bioelectricity generation. Heliyon 2024; 10:e25520. [PMID: 38327438 PMCID: PMC10848009 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e25520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2023] [Revised: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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Here, green banana pulp extract (PE) has been used as a bio-reducing agent for the reduction of silver ions to silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). Bio-synthesized AgNPs were characterized by using UV, XRD, FEEM, TEM, and FTIR analysis. The face-centered cubic structures of AgNPs were formed with an average crystallite size of 31.26 nm and an average particle size of 42.97 nm. In this report, the electrical activities of green synthesized AgNPs have been evaluated along with the antibacterial activities. The antibacterial activities of AgNPs were evaluated against two pathogenic bacteria: Escherichia coli (gram-negative) and Staphylococcus epidermidis (gram-positive). AgNPs were added to the electrochemical cell and results demonstrated the improvement of power of the electrochemical cell. Green synthesized AgNPs showed excellent antibacterial activities against both gram-positive and negative bacteria and most importantly the NPs played an important role as an effective catalyst to enhance the electrical performance of bio-electrochemical cells. These significant findings may help in the advancement of nanotechnology in biomedical applications as well as in the creation of cheap and eco-friendly power generation devices.
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- Md Ohiduzzaman
- Department of Physics, Jagannath University, Dhaka 1100, Bangladesh
- Department of Physics, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore 7408, Bangladesh
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- Materials Science Division, Atomic Energy Centre, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Physics, Jagannath University, Dhaka 1100, Bangladesh
- Bangamata Sheikh Fojilatunnesa Mujib Science & Technology University, Jamalpur, Bangladesh
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- Department of Physics, American International University-Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Mani R, Ezhumalai D, Muthusamy G, Namasivayam E. Neuroprotective effect of biogenically synthesized ZnO nanoparticles against oxidative stress and β-amyloid toxicity in transgenic Caenorhabditis elegans. Biotechnol Appl Biochem 2024; 71:132-146. [PMID: 37849075 DOI: 10.1002/bab.2527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 10/19/2023]
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Amyloid β (Aβ) plaque accumulation-mediated neuronal toxicity has been suggested to cause synaptic damage and consequent degeneration of brain cells in Alzheimer's disease (AD). With the increasing prerequisite of eco-friendly nanoparticles (NPs), research investigators are utilizing green approaches for the synthesis of zinc oxide (ZnO) NPs for pharmaceutical applications. In this present study, ZnO NPs were synthesized from Acanthus ilicifolius to assess the neuroprotective properties in the AD model of transgenic Caenorhabditis elegans strains CL2006 and CL4176 expressing Aβ aggregation. Our findings revealed that the therapeutic effect of green-synthesized ZnO NPs is associated with antioxidant activity. We also found that ZnO NPs significantly enhance the C. elegan's lifespan, locomotion, pharyngeal pumping, chemotaxis behavior also diminish the ROS deposition and intracellular productionMoreover, thioflavin T staining demonstrated that ZnO NPs substantially attenuated the Aβ deposition in the C. elegans strain as compared to untreated worms. With their antioxidant properties, the greenly synthesized ZnO NPs had a significant neuroprotective efficiency on Aβ-induced toxicity by reducing Aβ aggregation and specifically reducing the progression of paralysis in the C. elegans AD model. Our findings suggested that the biosynthesized ZnO NPs could be thought-provoking candidates for age-associated neurodegenerative disorders accompanied by oxidative stress.
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- Renuka Mani
- Department of Biotechnology, School of Bioscience, Periyar University, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Bioscience, Periyar University, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India
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Luceri A, Francese R, Perero S, Lembo D, Ferraris M, Balagna C. Antibacterial and Antiviral Activities of Silver Nanocluster/Silica Composite Coatings Deposited onto Air Filters. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:3955-3965. [PMID: 38195426 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c13843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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The indoor air quality should be better controlled and improved to avoid numerous health issues. Even if different devices are developed for air filtration, the proliferation of microorganisms under certain conditions must be controlled. For this purpose, a silver nanocluster/silica composite coating was deposited via a cosputtering technique onto fiber glass and polymeric based substrates. The aim of this work is focused on the evaluation of the antibacterial and antiviral effects of the developed coating. The preliminary results of the compositional and morphological tests showed an evenly distributed coating on filters surfaces. Several antibacterial tests were performed, confirming strong effect both in qualitative and quantitative methods, against S. epidermidis and E. coli. To understand if the coating can stop the proliferation of bacteria colonies spread on it, simulation of everyday usage of filters was performed, nebulizing bacteria solution with high colonies concentration and evaluating the inhibition of bacteria growth. Additionally, a deep understanding of the virucidal action and mechanism of Ag nanoclusters of the coating was performed. The effect of the coating both in aqueous medium and in dry methods was evaluated, in comparison with analysis on ions release. The virucidal performances are assessed against the human coronavirus OC43 strain (HCoV-OC43).
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- Angelica Luceri
- Department of Applied Science and Technology, Politecnico di Torino, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 10129 Turin, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Biological Sciences, Laboratory of Molecular Virology and Antiviral Research, University of Turin, Regione Gonzole 10, 10043 Orbassano (TO), Italy
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- Department of Applied Science and Technology, Politecnico di Torino, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 10129 Turin, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Biological Sciences, Laboratory of Molecular Virology and Antiviral Research, University of Turin, Regione Gonzole 10, 10043 Orbassano (TO), Italy
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- Department of Applied Science and Technology, Politecnico di Torino, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 10129 Turin, Italy
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- Department of Applied Science and Technology, Politecnico di Torino, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 10129 Turin, Italy
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Penman R, Kariuki R, Shaw ZL, Dekiwadia C, Christofferson AJ, Bryant G, Vongsvivut J, Bryant SJ, Elbourne A. Gold nanoparticle adsorption alters the cell stiffness and cell wall bio-chemical landscape of Candida albicans fungal cells. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 654:390-404. [PMID: 37852025 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.10.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Revised: 09/08/2023] [Accepted: 10/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/20/2023]
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HYPOTHESIS Nanomaterials have been extensively investigated for a wide range of biomedical applications, including as antimicrobial agents, drug delivery vehicles, and diagnostic devices. The commonality between these biomedical applications is the necessity for the nanoparticle to interact with or pass through the cellular wall and membrane. Cell-nanomaterial interactions/uptake can occur in various ways, including adhering to the cell wall, forming aggregates on the surface, becoming absorbed within the cell wall itself, or transversing into the cell cytoplasm. These interactions are common to mammalian cells, bacteria, and yeast cells. This variety of interactions can cause changes to the integrity of the cell wall and the cell overall, but the precise mechanisms underpinning such interactions remain poorly understood. Here, we investigate the interaction between commonly investigated gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) and the cell wall/membrane of a model fungal cell to explore the general effects of interaction and uptake. EXPERIMENTS The interactions between 100 nm citrate-capped AuNPs and the cell wall of Candida albicans fungal cells were studied using a range of advanced microscopy techniques, including atomic force microscopy, confocal laser scanning microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, and synchrotron-FTIR micro-spectroscopy. FINDINGS In most cases, particles adhered on the cell surface, although instances of particles being up-taken into the cell cytoplasm and localised within the cell wall and membrane were also observed. There was a measurable increase in the stiffness of the fungal cell after AuNPs were introduced. Analysis of the synchrotron-FTIR data showed significant changes in spectral features associated with phospholipids and proteins after exposure to AuNPs.
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- Rowan Penman
- School of Science, STEM College, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC 3001, Australia
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- School of Science, STEM College, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC 3001, Australia
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- School of Engineering, STEM College, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC 3001, Australia
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- RMIT Microscopy and Microanalysis Facility (RMMF), RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria 3001, Australia
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- School of Science, STEM College, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC 3001, Australia
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- Infrared Microspectroscopy (IRM) Beamline, ANSTO - Australian Synchrotron, Clayton, VIC 3168, Australia
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- School of Science, STEM College, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC 3001, Australia.
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- School of Science, STEM College, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC 3001, Australia.
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Dhir S, Bhatt S, Chauhan M, Garg V, Dutt R, Verma R. An Overview of Metallic Nanoparticles: Classification, Synthesis, Applications, and their Patents. RECENT PATENTS ON NANOTECHNOLOGY 2024; 18:415-432. [PMID: 37680162 DOI: 10.2174/1872210517666230901114421] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2023] [Revised: 06/30/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND Nanotechnology has gained enormous attention in pharmaceutical research. Nanotechnology is used in the development of nanoparticles with sizes ranging from 1-100 nm, with several extraordinary features. Metallic nanoparticles (MNPs) are used in various areas, such as molecular biology, biosensors, bio imaging, biomedical devices, diagnosis, pharmaceuticals, etc., for their specific applications. METHODOLOGY For this study, we have performed a systematic search and screening of the literature and identified the articles and patents focusing on various physical, chemical, and biological methods for the synthesis of metal nanoparticles and their pharmaceutical applications. RESULTS A total of 174 references have been included in this present review, of which 23 references for recent patents were included. Then, 29 papers were shortlisted to describe the advantages, disadvantages, and physical and chemical methods for their synthesis, and 28 articles were selected to provide the data for biological methods for the formulation of metal NPs from bacteria, algae, fungi, and plants with their extensive synthetic procedures. Moreover, 27 articles outlined various clinical applications of metal NPs due to their antimicrobial and anticancer activities and their use in drug delivery. CONCLUSION Several reviews are available on the synthesis of metal nanoparticles and their pharmaceutical applications. However, this review provides updated research data along with the various methods employed for their development. It also summarizes their various advantages and clinical applications (anticancer, antimicrobial drug delivery, and many others) for various phytoconstituents. The overview of earlier patents by several scientists in the arena of metallic nanoparticle preparation and formulation is also presented. This review will be helpful in increasing the current knowledge and will also inspire to innovation of nanoparticles for the precise and targeted delivery of phytoconstituents for the treatment of several diseases.
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- Sarika Dhir
- B.S. Anangpuria Institute of Pharmacy, Faridabad, 121004, India
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- Department of Pharmacy, G.D. Goenka University, Sohna Road, Gurugram, 122103, Haryana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, 124001, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, 124001, India
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- Gandhi Memorial National College, Ambala Cantt, 133001, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chaudhary Bansi Lal University, Bhiwani, 127021, India
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Mir RH, Maqbool M, Mir PA, Hussain MS, Din Wani SU, Pottoo FH, Mohi-Ud-Din R. Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles and their Potential Applications in Mitigating Cancer. Curr Pharm Des 2024; 30:2445-2467. [PMID: 38726783 DOI: 10.2174/0113816128291705240428060456] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 09/05/2024]
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In recent years, the field of nanotechnology has brought about significant advancements that have transformed the landscape of disease diagnosis, prevention, and treatment, particularly in the realm of medical science. Among the various approaches to nanoparticle synthesis, the green synthesis method has garnered increasing attention. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have emerged as particularly noteworthy nanomaterials within the spectrum of metallic nanoparticles employed for biomedical applications. AgNPs possess several key attributes that make them highly valuable in the biomedical field. They are biocompatible, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly, rendering them suitable for various bioengineering and biomedical applications. Notably, AgNPs have found a prominent role in the domain of cancer diagnosis. Research investigations have provided evidence of AgNPs' anticancer activity, which involves mechanisms such as DNA damage, cell cycle arrest, induction of apoptosis, and the regulation of specific cytokine genes. The synthesis of AgNPs primarily involves the reduction of silver ions by reducing agents. Interestingly, natural products and living organisms have proven to be effective sources for the generation of precursor materials used in AgNP synthesis. This comprehensive review aims to summarize the key aspects of AgNPs, including their characterization, properties, and recent advancements in the field of biogenic AgNP synthesis. Furthermore, the review highlights the potential applications of these nanoparticles in combating cancer.
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- Reyaz Hassan Mir
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry Division, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Applied Science and Technology, University of Kashmir, Srinagar 190006, Kashmir, India
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- Pharmacy Practice Division, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar 190006, Kashmir, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khalsa College of Pharmacy, G.T. Road, Amritsar, Punjab 143001, India
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jaipur National University, Jagatpura 302017, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
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- Pharmaceutics Division, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar 190006, Kashmir, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, College of Clinical Pharmacy, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, P.O. Box 1982, Dammam 31441, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of General Medicine, Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190001, India
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Gong X, Jadhav ND, Lonikar VV, Kulkarni AN, Zhang H, Sankapal BR, Ren J, Xu BB, Pathan HM, Ma Y, Lin Z, Witherspoon E, Wang Z, Guo Z. An overview of green synthesized silver nanoparticles towards bioactive antibacterial, antimicrobial and antifungal applications. Adv Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 323:103053. [PMID: 38056226 DOI: 10.1016/j.cis.2023.103053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Revised: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/21/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023]
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Present review emphatically introduces the synthesis, biocompatibility, and applications of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), including their antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antifungal properties. A comprehensive discussion of various synthesis methods for AgNPs, with a particular focus on green chemistry mediated by plant extracts has been made. Recent research has revealed that the optical properties of AgNPs, including surface plasmon resonance (SPR), depend on the particle size, as well as the synthesis methods, preparation synthesis parameters, and used reducing agents. The significant emphasis on the use of synthesized AgNPs as antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antifungal agents in various applications has been reviewed. Furthermore, the application areas have been thoroughly examined, providing a detailed discussion of the underlying mechanisms, which aids in determining the optimal control parameters during the synthesis process of AgNPs. Furthermore, the challenges encountered while utilizing AgNPs and the corresponding advancements to overcome them have also been addressed. This review not only summarizes the achievements and current status of plant-mediated green synthesis of AgNPs but also explores the future prospects of these materials and technology in diverse areas, including bioactive applications.
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- Xianyun Gong
- School of Food Engineering, Department of Chemistry, Harbin University, Harbin 150086, China
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- Department of Physics, NTVS's G. T. Patil Arts, Commerce and Science College, Nandurbar 425412 (M.S.), India
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- Department of Physics, MET's Bhujbal Academy of Science and Commerce, Nashik 422003 (M.S.), India
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- Department of Physics, NTVS's G. T. Patil Arts, Commerce and Science College, Nandurbar 425412 (M.S.), India.
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- School of Food Engineering, Department of Chemistry, Harbin University, Harbin 150086, China
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- Department of Physics, Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, South Ambazari Road, Nagpur 440010 (M.S.), India
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Taiyuan University of Science and Technology, Taiyuan, 030024, China; Integrated Composites Lab, Department of Mechanical and Construction Engineering, Northumbria University, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 8ST, UK
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- Integrated Composites Lab, Department of Mechanical and Construction Engineering, Northumbria University, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 8ST, UK
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- Department of Physics, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune 411 007, India.
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266590, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Taizhou University, Taizhou, Zhejiang 318000, China
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- Chemistry Department, Oakland University, Rochester 48309, USA.
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- Integrated Composites Lab, Department of Mechanical and Construction Engineering, Northumbria University, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 8ST, UK.
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Plotniece A, Sobolev A, Supuran CT, Carta F, Björkling F, Franzyk H, Yli-Kauhaluoma J, Augustyns K, Cos P, De Vooght L, Govaerts M, Aizawa J, Tammela P, Žalubovskis R. Selected strategies to fight pathogenic bacteria. J Enzyme Inhib Med Chem 2023; 38:2155816. [PMID: 36629427 PMCID: PMC9848314 DOI: 10.1080/14756366.2022.2155816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2022] [Revised: 12/02/2022] [Accepted: 12/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Natural products and analogues are a source of antibacterial drug discovery. Considering drug resistance levels emerging for antibiotics, identification of bacterial metalloenzymes and the synthesis of selective inhibitors are interesting for antibacterial agent development. Peptide nucleic acids are attractive antisense and antigene agents representing a novel strategy to target pathogens due to their unique mechanism of action. Antisense inhibition and development of antisense peptide nucleic acids is a new approach to antibacterial agents. Due to the increased resistance of biofilms to antibiotics, alternative therapeutic options are necessary. To develop antimicrobial strategies, optimised in vitro and in vivo models are needed. In vivo models to study biofilm-related respiratory infections, device-related infections: ventilator-associated pneumonia, tissue-related infections: chronic infection models based on alginate or agar beads, methods to battle biofilm-related infections are discussed. Drug delivery in case of antibacterials often is a serious issue therefore this review includes overview of drug delivery nanosystems.
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- Aiva Plotniece
- Latvian Institute of Organic Synthesis, Riga, Latvia
- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Riga Stradiņš University, Riga, Latvia
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- Department of NEUROFARBA, Section of Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Sciences, University of Florence, Firenze, Italy
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- Department of NEUROFARBA, Section of Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Sciences, University of Florence, Firenze, Italy
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- Department of Drug Design and Pharmacology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Center for Peptide-Based Antibiotics, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen East, Denmark
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- Department of Drug Design and Pharmacology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Center for Peptide-Based Antibiotics, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen East, Denmark
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- Division of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Drug Research Program, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Infla-Med, Centre of Excellence, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
- Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Laboratory for Microbiology, Parasitology and Hygiene (LMPH), University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Laboratory for Microbiology, Parasitology and Hygiene (LMPH), University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Laboratory for Microbiology, Parasitology and Hygiene (LMPH), University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Laboratory for Microbiology, Parasitology and Hygiene (LMPH), University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Division of Pharmaceutical Biosciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Drug Research Program, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Latvian Institute of Organic Synthesis, Riga, Latvia
- Faculty of Materials Science and Applied Chemistry, Institute of Technology of Organic Chemistry, Riga Technical University, Riga, Latvia
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Wahab S, Salman A, Khan Z, Khan S, Krishnaraj C, Yun SI. Metallic Nanoparticles: A Promising Arsenal against Antimicrobial Resistance-Unraveling Mechanisms and Enhancing Medication Efficacy. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:14897. [PMID: 37834344 PMCID: PMC10573543 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241914897] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Revised: 09/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/03/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023] Open
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The misuse of antibiotics and antimycotics accelerates the emergence of antimicrobial resistance, prompting the need for novel strategies to combat this global issue. Metallic nanoparticles have emerged as effective tools for combating various resistant microbes. Numerous studies have highlighted their potential in addressing antibiotic-resistant fungi and bacterial strains. Understanding the mechanisms of action of these nanoparticles, including iron-oxide, gold, zinc oxide, and silver is a central focus of research within the life science community. Various hypotheses have been proposed regarding how nanoparticles exert their effects. Some suggest direct targeting of microbial cell membranes, while others emphasize the release of ions from nanoparticles. The most compelling proposed antimicrobial mechanism of nanoparticles involves oxidative damage caused by nanoparticles-generated reactive oxygen species. This review aims to consolidate knowledge, discuss the properties and mechanisms of action of metallic nanoparticles, and underscore their potential as alternatives to enhance the efficacy of existing medications against infections caused by antimicrobial-resistant pathogens.
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- Shahid Wahab
- Department of Food Science and Technology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 54896, Republic of Korea; (S.W.); (C.K.)
- Department of Agricultural Convergence Technology, College of Agriculture and Life Science, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 54896, Republic of Korea
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- Nanobiotechnology Laboratory, Department of Biotechnology University of Malakand, Dir Lower, Chakdara 18800, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan; (A.S.); (Z.K.); (S.K.)
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- Nanobiotechnology Laboratory, Department of Biotechnology University of Malakand, Dir Lower, Chakdara 18800, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan; (A.S.); (Z.K.); (S.K.)
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- Nanobiotechnology Laboratory, Department of Biotechnology University of Malakand, Dir Lower, Chakdara 18800, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan; (A.S.); (Z.K.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 54896, Republic of Korea; (S.W.); (C.K.)
- Department of Agricultural Convergence Technology, College of Agriculture and Life Science, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 54896, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 54896, Republic of Korea; (S.W.); (C.K.)
- Department of Agricultural Convergence Technology, College of Agriculture and Life Science, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 54896, Republic of Korea
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Hussein NN, Al-Azawi K, Sulaiman GM, Albukhaty S, Al-Majeed RM, Jabir M, Al-Dulimi AG, Mohammed HA, Akhtar N, Alawaji R, A Alshammari AA, Khan RA. Silver-cored Ziziphus spina-christi extract-loaded antimicrobial nanosuspension: overcoming multidrug resistance. Nanomedicine (Lond) 2023; 18:1839-1854. [PMID: 37982771 DOI: 10.2217/nnm-2023-0185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2023] Open
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Aims: To synthesize a silver-cored nanosuspension utilizing Ziziphus spina-christi fresh-leaf extract and evaluate their antimicrobial activity against multidrug-resistant pathogenic microbes. Materials and Methods: The prepared nanosuspension was analyzed by spectro-analytical techniques and tested for antimicrobial activity and resistance to biofilm formation. The leaf extract and nanosuspension were tested separately and together as a mixture. Results: Constituent nanoparticles were average-sized (∼34 nm) and were active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative microbes and yeast. Candida albicans showed a 24.50 ± 1.50 mm inhibition zone, followed by Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. Increased bioactivity with the highest multifold increments, 150%, for erythromycin against all tested microbes was observed. Carbenicillin and trimethoprim showed 166%- and 300%-fold increments for antimicrobial activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, respectively. Conclusion: The nanosuspension exhibited strong potential as an antimicrobial agent and overcame multidrug resistance.
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- Nehia N Hussein
- Department of Applied Sciences, University of Technology, Baghdad, Baghdad 10066, Iraq
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- Department of Applied Sciences, University of Technology, Baghdad, Baghdad 10066, Iraq
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- Department of Applied Sciences, University of Technology, Baghdad, Baghdad 10066, Iraq
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, University of Misan, Maysan, 62001, Iraq
- College of Medicine, University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa, Karbala, 56001, Karbala, Iraq
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- Department of Applied Sciences, University of Technology, Baghdad, Baghdad 10066, Iraq
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- Department of Applied Sciences, University of Technology, Baghdad, Baghdad 10066, Iraq
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- Department of Dentistry, Bilad Alrafidain University College, Diyala, 32001, Iraq
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- Department of Pharmacognosy and Medicinal Plants, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, Cairo 11371, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Dentistry and Pharmacy, Buraydah Private Colleges, P.O. Box 31717, Buraydah 51418, Qassim, Saudi Arabia
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- Pharmaceutical Care Services, King Salman Medical City, Maternity and Children Hospital, Al Madinah Al Munawwarah 11176, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Qassim 51452, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Qassim 51452, Saudi Arabia
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I ST, Pitchiah S, Suresh V, Ramasamy P. Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles From Aqueous Extract of Avicennia marina Mangrove Leaves and Their Antibacterial Activities Against Oral Pathogens. Cureus 2023; 15:e47627. [PMID: 38022281 PMCID: PMC10667946 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.47627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Introduction The field of nanotechnology is currently being extensively researched. Nanoparticles (NPs) are used in many fields, such as engineering and medicine, owing to their nanoscale dimensions. Zinc (Zn) appears to be the most desirable metal NP, as it is being applied in various drug delivery systems and other fields. The green synthesis of the NPs used in this study makes it affordable and nonpolluting. Avicennia marina leaves possess antimicrobial properties and a high secondary metabolite content. This study aimed to synthesize ZnO NPs from the aqueous extracts of A. marina mangrove leaves and assess their antibacterial activities against oral pathogens. Methodology The leaves of A. marina were dried to obtain a preprocessed powder, and from that, an aqueous extract was prepared. ZnO NPs were then synthesized by adding the aqueous extract to 100 mL of ZnS solution and mixing it in an orbital shaker. They were observed both visually and by ultraviolet (UV) spectrophotometry to confirm their synthesis. The antibacterial properties of these ZnO NPs were assayed using the disc diffusion method on three different oral bacterial strains (Streptococcus mutans, Staphylococcus aureus, and Klebsiella sp.). Results For the synthesis process, it was seen that zinc oxide (ZnO) NPs exhibited a deepening in coloration. Additionally, the UV spectrum analysis revealed a notable absorbance value of 1.2 at a wavelength of 320 nm. The antibacterial efficacy against S. mutans, S. aureus, and Klebsiella sp. was assessed by measuring the zone of inhibition in diameter. At a dosage of 100 µg/mL of ZnO NPs, the inhibition zones were found to be 7.5 ± 0.2, 9.5 ± 0.5, and 9.5 ± 1.2 mm for S. mutans, S. aureus, and Klebsiella sp., respectively. Similarly, at a concentration of 75 µg/mL, the inhibition zones were measured to be 7 ± 0.25, 9 ± 1, and 7.5 ± 0.5 mm for the respective bacterial strains. Conclusions This study synthesizes ZnO NPs using A. marina leaf aqueous extract in a sustainable and eco-friendly manner. The ZnO NPs' antibacterial activities against oral infections indicate their use in dental products. These NPs have promising potential for nanomedicine and oral health studies due to their antibacterial properties and ecologically sustainable manufacturing.
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- Shabnam Tamanna I
- Physiology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND
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- Prosthodontics, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND
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- Physiology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND
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- Physiology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND
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Elkhrachy I, Singh V, Kumar A, Roy A, Abbas M, Gacem A, Alam MW, Yadav KK, Verma D, Jeon BH, Park HK. Use of biogenic silver nanoparticles on the cathode to improve bioelectricity production in microbial fuel cells. Front Chem 2023; 11:1273161. [PMID: 37810584 PMCID: PMC10557073 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2023.1273161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/30/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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To date, research on microbial fuel cells (MFCs) has. focused on the production of cost-effective, high-performance electrodes and catalysts. The present study focuses on the synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) by Pseudomonas sp. and evaluates their role as an oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) catalyst in an MFC. Biogenic AgNPs were synthesized from Pseudomonas aeruginosa via facile hydrothermal synthesis. The physiochemical characterization of the biogenic AgNPs was conducted via scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and UV-visible spectrum analysis. SEM micrographs showed a spherical cluster of AgNPs of 20-100 nm in size. The oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) ability of the biogenic AgNPs was studied using cyclic voltammetry (CV). The oxygen reduction peaks were observed at 0.43 V, 0.42 V, 0.410 V, and 0.39 V. Different concentrations of biogenic AgNPs (0.25-1.0 mg/cm2) were used as ORR catalysts at the cathode in the MFC. A steady increase in the power production was observed with increasing concentrations of biogenic AgNPs. Biogenic AgNPs loaded with 1.0 mg/cm2 exhibited the highest power density (PDmax) of 4.70 W/m3, which was approximately 26.30% higher than the PDmax of the sample loaded with 0.25 mg/cm2. The highest COD removal and Coulombic efficiency (CE) were also observed in biogenic AgNPs loaded with 1.0 mg/cm2 (83.8% and 11.7%, respectively). However, the opposite trend was observed in the internal resistance of the MFC. The lowest internal resistance was observed in a 1.0 mg/cm2 loading (87 Ω), which is attributed to the high oxygen reduction kinetics at the surface of the cathode by the biogenic AgNPs. The results of this study conclude that biogenic AgNPs are a cost-effective, high-performance ORR catalyst in MFCs.
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- Ismail Elkhrachy
- Civil Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Najran University, Najran, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Microbiology, SSAHS, Sharda University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Life Sciences, School of Basic Sciences and Research, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Sharda School of Engineering and Technology, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India
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- Electrical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Sciences, University 20 Août 1955, Skikda, Algeria
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- Department of Physics, College of Science, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Madhyanchal Professional University, Bhopal, India
- Environmental and Atmospheric Sciences Research Group, Scientific Research Center, Al-Ayen University, Nasiriyah, Iraq
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- Department of Biotechnology, Graphic Era Deemed to be University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Earth Resources and Environmental Engineering, Hanyang University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Król G, Fortunka K, Majchrzak M, Piktel E, Paprocka P, Mańkowska A, Lesiak A, Karasiński M, Strzelecka A, Durnaś B, Bucki R. Metallic Nanoparticles and Core-Shell Nanosystems in the Treatment, Diagnosis, and Prevention of Parasitic Diseases. Pathogens 2023; 12:838. [PMID: 37375528 DOI: 10.3390/pathogens12060838] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Revised: 06/05/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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The usage of nanotechnology in the fight against parasitic diseases is in the early stages of development, but it brings hopes that this new field will provide a solution to target the early stages of parasitosis, compensate for the lack of vaccines for most parasitic diseases, and also provide new treatment options for diseases in which parasites show increased resistance to current drugs. The huge physicochemical diversity of nanomaterials developed so far, mainly for antibacterial and anti-cancer therapies, requires additional studies to determine their antiparasitic potential. When designing metallic nanoparticles (MeNPs) and specific nanosystems, such as complexes of MeNPs, with the shell of attached drugs, several physicochemical properties need to be considered. The most important are: size, shape, surface charge, type of surfactants that control their dispersion, and shell molecules that should assure specific molecular interaction with targeted molecules of parasites' cells. Therefore, it can be expected that the development of antiparasitic drugs using strategies provided by nanotechnology and the use of nanomaterials for diagnostic purposes will soon provide new and effective methods of antiparasitic therapy and effective diagnostic tools that will improve the prevention and reduce the morbidity and mortality caused by these diseases.
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- Grzegorz Król
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Medical Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University, IX Wieków Kielc 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Medical Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University, IX Wieków Kielc 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Medical Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University, IX Wieków Kielc 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
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- Independent Laboratory of Nanomedicine, Medical University of Białystok, Mickiewicza 2B, 15-222 Białystok, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Medical Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University, IX Wieków Kielc 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Medical Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University, IX Wieków Kielc 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Medical Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University, IX Wieków Kielc 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
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- Department of Medical Microbiology and Nanobiomedical Engineering, Medical University of Białystok, Mickiewicza 2C, 15-222 Białystok, Poland
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- Department of Public Health , Institute of Health Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University, IX Wieków Kielc 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Medical Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University, IX Wieków Kielc 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Medical Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University, IX Wieków Kielc 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
- Department of Medical Microbiology and Nanobiomedical Engineering, Medical University of Białystok, Mickiewicza 2C, 15-222 Białystok, Poland
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Namulinda T, Bao LL, Kwetegyeka J, Gumula I, Yan YJ, Chen ZL. Antibacterial and anticancer activities of green-synthesized silver nanoparticles using Photinia glabra fruit extract. Nanomedicine (Lond) 2023; 18:987-1002. [PMID: 37584549 DOI: 10.2217/nnm-2023-0112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/17/2023] Open
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Aims: We prepared Photinia glabra (PG) aqueous fruit extract, utilized it to synthesize silver nanoparticles (PG-Ag NPs) and evaluated the antibacterial and anticancer activities of the nanoparticles (NPs). Materials & methods: Silver nitrate aqueous solution was reduced to PG-Ag NPs using aqueous PG fruit extract. NP shape, size, composition and functionalization were determined using transmission electron microscopy, x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared and x-ray diffraction. Results & conclusions: PG-Ag NPs were spherical, approximately 39-77 nm-sized, functionalized surfaces with notable antibacterial activity against both Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, with an MIC <30 ug/ml and cytotoxicity toward esophageal cancer cells, with IC50 values less than 20 ug/ml. PG-Ag@rt NPs have been shown to be a potent antibacterial and anticancer agent, and their enriched particle surfaces can be conjugated with other compounds for multibiomedical applications.
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- Tabbisa Namulinda
- Department of Pharmaceutical Science & Technology, College of Biology & Medical Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- Dongfang Hepatobiliary Surgery Hospital, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Kyambogo University, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Kyambogo University, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Pharmacy, Huadong Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200040, China
- Shanghai Xianhui Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science & Technology, College of Biology & Medical Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, China
- Department of Pharmacy, Huadong Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200040, China
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Rajeshkumar S, Parameswari RP, Sandhiya D, Al-Ghanim KA, Nicoletti M, Govindarajan M. Green Synthesis, Characterization and Bioactivity of Mangifera indica Seed-Wrapped Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28062818. [PMID: 36985789 PMCID: PMC10056584 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28062818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2023] [Revised: 03/16/2023] [Accepted: 03/18/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023] Open
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In the realm of nanoparticles, metal-based nanoparticles have traditionally been regarded as the pioneering category. Compared to other nanoparticles, zinc oxide nanoparticles have several advantages, including optical and biological properties, which provide them a significant competitive advantage in clinical and biological applications. In the current investigation, we used an aqueous Mangifera indica seed extract to synthesize nanoparticles of zinc oxide (ZnO NPs). UV-Vis spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy analysis, atomic force spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and transmission electron microscopy were used to characterize the synthesized ZnO NPs. The nanoparticles were assessed for their potential to inhibit bacterial growth and protect cells from free radical damage. According to the current study's findings, zinc oxide nanoparticles that had been modified with the aid of mango seeds were very efficient in preventing the development of the tested bacteria and were also powerful antioxidants.
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- Shanmugam Rajeshkumar
- Department of Pharmacology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha University, SIMATS, Chennai 600077, TN, India
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- Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung City 80708, Taiwan
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- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Environmental Biology, Sapienza University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Vector Control, Phytochemistry and Nanotechnology, Department of Zoology, Annamalai University, Annamalainagar 608002, TN, India
- Department of Zoology, Government College for Women (Autonomous), Kumbakonam 612001, TN, India
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Antidiabetic potential of Gymnemic acid mediated gold nanoparticles (Gym@AuNPs) on Streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats-An implication on in vivo approach. Int J Pharm 2023; 636:122843. [PMID: 36921739 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2023.122843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Revised: 03/02/2023] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 03/14/2023]
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Gymnemic acid is glycosides of triterpene with recognized and valuable applications for several chronic diseases, mainly diabetics. Despite this, it requires a delivery system in order to range its therapeutic target due to its limited solubility and bioavailability. Therefore, the Gymnemic acid mediated gold nanoparticles (Gym@AuNPs) was synthesised by eco-friendly approach. The synthesised Gym@AuNPs was confirmed by the colour change from light yellow to a deep ruby red. UV - visible spectroscopy results showed a strong narrow peak at 530 nm, confirming the controlled synthesis of monodispersed Gym@AuNPs. The reduction potential of standard Gymnemic acid (Gym) on synthesis of Gym@AuNPs was confirmed by using HPLC analysis. The spherical shaped Gym@AuNPs was observed by FESEM and HR-TEM studies with average size of 48.52 ± 5.53 nm. The XRD analysis exhibited a face-centered cubic (FCC) crystalline nature of Gym@AuNPs. The in vivo antidiabetic activity of Gym and Gym@AuNPs were validated using Streptozotocin induced diabetic Albino wistar rats. The Gym@AuNPs and Gym were regulates the glucose and lipid levels in experimental animals. The histopathology outcomes shown that the Gym@AuNPs were restoration of pancreatic islets cells in the animals. This investigation demonstrated that the Gym@AuNPs had the potential anti-diabetic properties.
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MubarakAli D, Arunachalam K, Lakshmanan M, Badar B, Kim JW, Lee SY. Unveiling the Anti-Biofilm Property of Hydroxyapatite on Pseudomonas aeruginosa: Synthesis and Strategy. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:pharmaceutics15020463. [PMID: 36839785 PMCID: PMC9964847 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15020463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2022] [Revised: 01/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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Biofilm-related nosocomial infections may cause a wide range of life-threatening infections. In this regard, Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilm is becoming a serious health burden due to its capability to develop resistance to natural and synthetic drugs. The utilization of nanoparticles that inhibit biofilm formation is one of the major strategies to control infections caused by biofilm-forming pathogens. Hydroxyapatite (HA) is a synthetic ceramic material having properties similar to natural bones. Herein, a co-precipitation method followed by microwave treatment was used to synthesize HA nanoparticles (HANPs). The resulting HANPs were characterized using X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy. Then, their antibiofilm properties against P. aeruginosa ATCC 10145 were examined in vitro. The needle-shaped HANPs were 30 and 90 nm long in width and length, respectively. The synthesized HANPs inhibited the biofilm formation of P. aeruginosa ATCC 10145 in a concentration-dependent manner, which was validated by light and confocal laser scanning microscopy. Hence, this study demonstrated that HANPs could be used to control the biofilm-related infections of P. aeruginosa.
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- Davoodbasha MubarakAli
- School of Life Sciences, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai 620048, India
- Centre for Surface Coating and Technology, Department of Material Engineering, Korea Aerospace University, Goyang 10540, Republic of Korea
- Division of Bioengineering, Incheon National University, Incheon 22012, Republic of Korea
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial Metabolism, Department of Food Science and Technology, School of Agriculture and Biology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China
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- School of Life Sciences, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai 620048, India
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- Department of Environmental Science, Amar Singh College, Cluster University Srinagar, Srinagar 190008, India
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- Centre for Surface Coating and Technology, Department of Material Engineering, Korea Aerospace University, Goyang 10540, Republic of Korea
- Division of Bioengineering, Incheon National University, Incheon 22012, Republic of Korea
- Correspondence: (J.-W.K.); (S.-Y.L.)
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- Centre for Surface Coating and Technology, Department of Material Engineering, Korea Aerospace University, Goyang 10540, Republic of Korea
- Correspondence: (J.-W.K.); (S.-Y.L.)
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Pitchai P, Subramani P, Selvarajan R, Sankar R, Vilwanathan R, Sibanda T. Green synthesis of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) using Caulerpa racemosa and evaluation of its antibacterial and cytotoxic activity against human lung cancer cell line. ARAB JOURNAL OF BASIC AND APPLIED SCIENCES 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/25765299.2022.2127510] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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- Palaniappan Pitchai
- Department of Biochemistry, J.J. College of Arts and Science (Autonomous), Pudukkottai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Departments of Biochemistry, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Environmental Sciences, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), University of South Africa (UNISA), Florida - Campus, South Africa
- Laboratory of Extraterrestrial Ocean Systems (LEOS), Institute of Deep-Sea Science and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Sanya, Hainan Province, People’s Republic of China
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- Departments of Biochemistry, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Departments of Biochemistry, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Biotechnology, University of Namibia, Windhoek, Namibia
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Khan A, Jabeen H, Ahmad T, Rehman NU, Khan SS, Shareef H, Sarwar R, Yahya S, Hussain N, Uddin J, Hussain J, Al-Harrasi A. Comparative efficacy of cephradine-loaded silver and gold nanoparticles against resistant human pathogens. ARTIFICIAL CELLS, NANOMEDICINE, AND BIOTECHNOLOGY 2022; 50:312-321. [DOI: 10.1080/21691401.2022.2144340] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- Ajmal Khan
- Natural and Medical Sciences Research Center, University of Nizwa, Nizwa, Sultanate of Oman
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- Department of Chemistry, Sardar Bahadur Khan Women’s University, Quetta, Pakistan
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- Natural and Medical Sciences Research Center, University of Nizwa, Nizwa, Sultanate of Oman
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- Natural and Medical Sciences Research Center, University of Nizwa, Nizwa, Sultanate of Oman
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- Department of Chemistry, Sardar Bahadur Khan Women’s University, Quetta, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Abbottabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Biosciences, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Baltistan Skardu, Skardu, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biological Sciences and Chemistry, University of Nizwa, Nizwa, Sultanate of Oman
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- Natural and Medical Sciences Research Center, University of Nizwa, Nizwa, Sultanate of Oman
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Li Y, Zeng Q, Deng H, Xiang T, Qi W, Wu D. Ameliorating effect of gold nanoparticles decorated on biodegradable apple pectin modified magnetic nanoparticles on epididymo-orchitis inducing alterations in sperm quality and spermatogenic cells apoptosis. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2022.110089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Hasan KF, Xiaoyi L, Shaoqin Z, Horváth PG, Bak M, Bejó L, Sipos G, Alpár T. Functional silver nanoparticles synthesis from sustainable point of view: 2000 to 2023 ‒ A review on game changing materials. Heliyon 2022; 8:e12322. [PMID: 36590481 PMCID: PMC9800342 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e12322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2022] [Revised: 11/13/2022] [Accepted: 12/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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The green and facile synthesis of metallic silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) is getting tremendous attention for exploring superior applications because of their small dimensions and shape. AgNPs are already proven materials for superior coloration, biocidal, thermal, UV-protection, and mechanical performance. Originally, some conventional chemical-based reducing agents were used to synthesize AgNPs, but these posed potential risks, especially for enhanced toxicity. This became a driving force to innovate plant-based sustainable and green metallic nanoparticles (NPs). Moreover, the synthesized NPs using plant-based derivatives could be tuned and regulated to achieve the required shape and size of the AgNPs. AgNPs synthesized from naturally derived materials are safe, economical, eco-friendly, facile, and convenient, which is also motivating researchers to find greener routes and viable options, utilizing various parts of plants like flowers, stems, heartwood, leaves and carbohydrates like chitosan to meet the demands. This article intends to provide a comprehensive review of all aspects of AgNP materials, including green synthesis methodology and mechanism, incorporation of advanced technologies, morphological and elemental study, functional properties (coloration, UV-protection, biocidal, thermal, and mechanical properties), marketing value, future prospects and application, especially for the last 20 years or more. The article also includes a SWOT (Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis regarding the use of AgNPs. This report would facilitate the industries and consumers associated with AgNP synthesis and application through fulfilling the demand for sustainable, feasible, and low-cost product manufacturing protocols and their future prospects.
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- K.M. Faridul Hasan
- Fiber and Nanotechnology Program, University of Sopron, 9400, Sopron, Hungary
- Faculty of Wood Engineering and Creative Industry, University of Sopron, 9400, Sopron, Hungary
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- The Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution Monitoring and Disease Control, Ministry of Education; Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Guizhou Medical University, 550025, Guizhou, PR China
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- The Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution Monitoring and Disease Control, Ministry of Education; Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Guizhou Medical University, 550025, Guizhou, PR China
- Center of Expertise in Mycology, Radboud University Medical Center/Canisius Wilhelmina Hospital, 6525 GA Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Faculty of Wood Engineering and Creative Industry, University of Sopron, 9400, Sopron, Hungary
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- Faculty of Wood Engineering and Creative Industry, University of Sopron, 9400, Sopron, Hungary
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- Faculty of Wood Engineering and Creative Industry, University of Sopron, 9400, Sopron, Hungary
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- Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics Group, Faculty of Forestry, University of Sopron, 9400, Sopron, Hungary
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- Fiber and Nanotechnology Program, University of Sopron, 9400, Sopron, Hungary
- Faculty of Wood Engineering and Creative Industry, University of Sopron, 9400, Sopron, Hungary
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Ahari H, Fakhrabadipour M, Paidari S, Goksen G, Xu B. Role of AuNPs in Active Food Packaging Improvement: A Review. MOLECULES (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 27:molecules27228027. [PMID: 36432128 PMCID: PMC9696957 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27228027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2022] [Revised: 11/08/2022] [Accepted: 11/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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There is a worldwide concern about food loss due to reduced shelf life among food science researchers. Hence, it seems that any techniques contributing to improved food packaging are most welcome in the food sector. It has been demonstrated that the administration of nanotechnology-based techniques such as metal-based nanoparticles can fade away the unresolved obstacles in shortened shelf life and environmental concerns. Along with substantial signs of progress in nanoscience, there is a great interest in the usage of green synthesis-based methods for gold nanoparticles as the most advantageous metals, when compared to conventional chemistry-based methods. Interestingly, those aforementioned methods have significant potential to simplify targeted administration of gold nanoparticles due to a large surface-volume ratio, and diminished biohazards, aimed at increasing stability, and induction of anti-microbial or antioxidant properties. However, it is necessary to consider the hazards of gold nanoparticles including migration for food packaging purposes.
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- Hamed Ahari
- Department of Food Science and Technology, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran 1477893855, Iran
- Correspondence: (H.A.); (B.X.)
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Qeshm Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qeshm 7953163135, Iran
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran 1477893855, Iran
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- Department of Food Technology, Vocational School of Technical Sciences at Mersin Tarsus Organized Industrial Zone, Tarsus University, Mersin 33100, Turkey
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- Food Science and Technology Program, Department of Life Sciences, BNU-HKBU United International College, Zhuhai 519087, China
- Correspondence: (H.A.); (B.X.)
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Tabasum H, Bhat BA, Sheikh BA, Mehta VN, Rohit JV. Emerging perspectives of plant-derived nanoparticles as effective antimicrobial agents. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2022.110015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Begum S, Jena S, Chand PK. Silver Nanocrystals Bio-Fabricated Using Rhizobium rhizogenes-Transformed In Vitro Root Extracts Demonstrate Health Proactive Properties. BIONANOSCIENCE 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s12668-022-01040-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Hidangmayum A, Debnath A, Guru A, Singh BN, Upadhyay SK, Dwivedi P. Mechanistic and recent updates in nano-bioremediation for developing green technology to alleviate agricultural contaminants. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY : IJEST 2022; 20:1-26. [PMID: 36196301 PMCID: PMC9521565 DOI: 10.1007/s13762-022-04560-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2022] [Revised: 08/29/2022] [Accepted: 09/17/2022] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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The rise in environmental pollutant levels in recent years is mostly attributable to anthropogenic activities such as industrial, agricultural and other activities. Additionally, these activities may produce excessive levels of dangerous toxicants such as heavy metals, organic pollutants including pesticide and herbicide chemicals, and sewage discharges from residential and commercial sources. With a focus on environmentally friendly, sustainable technology, new technologies such as combined process of nanotechnology and bioremediation are urgently needed to accelerate the cost-effective remediation process to alleviate toxic contaminants than the conventional remediation methods. Numerous studies have shown that nanoparticles possess special qualities including improved catalysis and adsorption as well as increased reactivity. Currently, microorganisms and their extracts are being used as promising, environmentally friendly catalysts for engineered nanomaterial. In the long term, this combination of both technologies called nano-bioremediation may significantly alter the field of environmental remediation since it is more intelligent, safe, environmentally friendly, economical and green. This review provides an overview of soil and water remediation techniques as well as the use of nano-bioremediation, which is made from various living organisms. Additionally, current developments related to the mechanism, model and kinetic studies for remediation of agricultural contaminants have been discussed.
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- Department of Plant Physiology, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India
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- Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, India
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- Department of Plant Physiology, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India
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- Department of Plant Physiology, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India
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- Department of Environmental Science, V.B.S. Purvanchal University, Jaunpur, India
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- Department of Plant Physiology, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India
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Gharari Z, Hanachi P, Sadeghinia H, Walker TR. Cichorium intybus bio-callus synthesized silver nanoparticles: A promising antioxidant, antibacterial and anticancer compound. Int J Pharm 2022; 625:122062. [PMID: 35917872 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2022.122062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 06/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Cichorium intybus, commonly called chicory, has been widely used as a coffee substitute. It display a wide range of natural compounds and medicinally uses in treatment of gastrointestinal disorders. This study synthesized silver nanoparticles (Ci-AgNPs) using C. intybus leaf-derived callus extract to evaluate phytochemical content, antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-proliferative activities against human breast cancer cells (MDA-MB231). The optimal shape, size and stability of Ci-AgNPs was confirmed using UV-visible spectrophotometry, FESEM, EDX, XRD, DLS, Zeta potential, FTIR and sp-ICP-MS studies. The antibacterial activity of Ci-AgNPs was assessed using disk diffusion method against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and they displayed distinct zones of inhibition. Colorimetric phytochemical analysis of Ci-AgNPs revealed their higher total phenolic (TP) and total flavonoid (TF) content. Ci-AgNPs also indicated a high level of antioxidant activity using FRAP and DPPH assays. The Ci-AgNPs were investigated for their anticancer activities on the cancerous MDA-MB231 cells viability and apoptosis using MTT and flow cytometry, respectively. Ci-AgNPs showed dose dependent cytotoxicity against MDA-MB231 cells with IC50 value of 187.6 μg/mL at 48 h through induction of apoptosis. The biocompatibility test showed that Ci-AgNPs induced neglectable cytotoxicity (lower than 3 %) toward human erythrocytes. This is the first study that reports the bio-callus mediated synthesis of silver nanoparticle using C. intybus callus extract which provided a promising anticancer activity against human breast cancer MDA-MB231 cells and therefore could be used as an alternative and interesting benign strategy for biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles useful in cancer therapy.
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- Zahra Gharari
- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Alzahra University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Alzahra University, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Alzahra University, Tehran, Iran
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- School for Resource and Environmental Studies, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Jannathul Firdhouse M, Lalitha P. Biogenic green synthesis of gold nanoparticles and their applications – A review of promising properties. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2022.109800] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Mohamed HH, Youssef TE. Enhanced solar light photocatalytic and antimicrobial activity of green noble metal/TiO 2 nanorods. CAN J CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1139/cjc-2021-0282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Au/TiO2 and Pt/TiO2 nanocomposites have been processed using a green method. Au and Pt colloidal nanoparticles have been primarily synthesized by mixing their corresponding metal ions with an aqueous solution of corn husk extract, followed by anchoring on the as-synthesized TiO2 nanorods. The structural and morphological properties of green-prepared nanomaterials were systematically investigated by various techniques. The UV–VIS absorption measurements confirmed the formation of colloidal Au and Pt with λmax at 550 and 345 nm, respectively. TEM results show anchoring of spherical Au particles (40 nm) on TiO2 nanorods while smaller Pt particles have been observed on Pt/TiO2 composite. It has been shown that the highest visible light harvesting capability was earned for Au/TiO2 composite due to the surface plasmon resonance (SPR) of Au nanoparticles. The photocatalytic and antimicrobial activity of the nanomaterials was investigated for disinfection of Escherichia coli under solar light irradiation. The green synthesized nanocomposites showed enhanced solar light photocatalytic and antimicrobial activity. The best photocatalytic and antimicrobial activity was obtained for Au/TiO2. This evidences the enhanced SPR of Au nanoparticles and hence an enhancement in the solar light accessible by TiO2 so that a higher amount of reactive oxygen species can be generated, which enhances photocatalytic and antibacterial activity.
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- Hanan H. Mohamed
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Ain Helwan, Cairo 11795, Egypt
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- Department of Applied Organic Chemistry, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo 12622, Egypt
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Mitra S, Mondal AH, Mukhopadhyay K. Mitigating the toxicity of palmitoylated analogue of α-melanocyte stimulating hormone(11-13) by conjugation with gold nanoparticle: characterisation and antibacterial efficacy against methicillin sensitive and resistant Staphylococccus aureus. World J Microbiol Biotechnol 2022; 38:186. [PMID: 35972627 PMCID: PMC9379238 DOI: 10.1007/s11274-022-03365-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2022] [Accepted: 07/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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In an attempt to develop potent and non-toxic antimicrobial agent, the palmitoylated analogue of α-melanocyte stimulating hormone(11-13), Pal-α-MSH(11-13) was conjugated with gold nanoparticles (GNPs) for the first time and the efficacy of derived complex was investigated against two strains of Staphylococccus aureus. The GNPs were synthesized using tri-sodium citrate as reductant and Pal-α-MSH(11-13) was conjugated thereafter. The particles were characterised by UV-vis spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy, dynamic light scattering, fourier transform infrared spectroscopy etc. Conjugation occurred via electrostatic interaction between anionic GNPs and cationic Pal-α-MSH(11-13). The zeta potential of GNP-Pal-α-MSH(11-13) was - 26.91, indicating its stability. The antibacterial activity was determined by minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) and killing kinetics assay, whereas, inhibition of biofilm formation was studied by determining the biofilm biomass by crystal violet dye binding method, viability of biofilm-embedded cells by counting CFUs and metabolic activity by MTT (3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide) assay. The toxicity was analysed by hemolysis assay against murine RBCs and cytotoxicity against 3T3 fibroblasts. The MIC was 18 µM for GNP-Pal-α-MSH(11-13) and 12 µM for Pal-α-MSH(11-13). The killing kinetics and biofilm inhibition studies indicated the comparable efficacy of peptide before and after nano-conjugation. Importantly, the conjugation resulted in diminished toxicity, as evidenced by 0.29 ± 0.03% hemolysis and 100% viable fibroblasts at 72 µM compared to the Pal-α-MSH(11-13), showing 74.99 ± 1.59% hemolysis and 59.39 ± 1.06% viable fibroblasts. The nano-fabrication drastically reduced the peptide toxicity without compromising its antibacterial efficacy. The anionicity of the conjugate may be responsible for non-toxicity that makes them suitable for pharmaceutical applications.
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- Sayani Mitra
- Antimicrobial Research Laboratory, School of Environmental Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, 110067, New Delhi, India
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- Antimicrobial Research Laboratory, School of Environmental Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, 110067, New Delhi, India.,Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University, Gurugram-122505, Haryana, India
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- Antimicrobial Research Laboratory, School of Environmental Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, 110067, New Delhi, India.
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Morales Santos FJ, Piñón Castillo HA, QuinteroRamos A, Zaragoza Galán G, Duran R, Orrantia Borunda E. Comparison of catalytic activity and antimicrobial properties of palladium nanoparticles obtained by Aloe barbadensis and Glycine max extracts, and chemical synthesis. APPLIED NANOSCIENCE 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s13204-022-02601-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Ondigo DA, Munyendo WLL, Andala D, Maima AO, Mosweta JM, Odhiambo KW. Enhancement of antibacterial activity through phyto-fabrication of silver nanoparticles with Ficus thonningii aqueous extracts. IET Nanobiotechnol 2022; 16:250-258. [PMID: 35942698 PMCID: PMC9469791 DOI: 10.1049/nbt2.12093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2022] [Revised: 06/28/2022] [Accepted: 07/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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The World Health Organisation reports higher levels of bacterial resistance to cephalosporins and carbapenems of above 54%. The sufficient redox capabilities of Ficus thonningii phytochemicals for Ag+ reduction to Ag0 and ultimately aggregation to nucleation are exploited for the first time in attempting to enhance the antibacterial activity. Solution colour change to brown due to surface plasmon resonance phenomenon confirmed nanoparticle fabrication with a UV/Vis absorption peak at 426 nm. Fourier Transform Infrared spectra revealed functional groups (C=C at 1620–1680 cm−1; C=H at 1400–1600 cm−1 aromatics) for encapsulation, stabilisation, and reduction of the silver ion. The Dynamic Light Scattering technique verified F. thonningii encapsulated silver nanoparticles particle size of 57.84 nm with a negative zeta potential (−19.8 mV) as proof of stability. The surface, shape and topographical features were shown by Scanning Electron Microscopy as spherical orientations. An enhanced antimicrobial efficacy was displayed by the nanoparticles (inhibition zones of 26.1, 24.1 and 15.2 mm from 11.5, 10.6 and 6.5 mm) for Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyrogenes and Escherichia coli, respectively, compared to Flucloxacillin standard that was in the ranges of 21.5, 23.5 and 25.7 mm. The enhanced potency provides a basis for diversified approaches of generating novel drugs for treating bacterial infections.
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- Dickens A Ondigo
- School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, United States International University-Africa, Nairobi, Kenya.,Faculty of Science & Technology, Multimedia University, Nairobi, Kenya
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- School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, United States International University-Africa, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Faculty of Science & Technology, Multimedia University, Nairobi, Kenya
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- School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, United States International University-Africa, Nairobi, Kenya
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- School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, United States International University-Africa, Nairobi, Kenya
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Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Artemisia vulgaris Extract and Its Application toward Catalytic and Metal-Sensing Activity. INORGANICS 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/inorganics10080113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Nonessential heavy metals are toxic to human health. In this study, mercury, a hazardous metal, was detected by colorimetric analysis using Artemisia vulgaris-mediated silver nanoparticles (AgNP) without any modification in an aqueous solution. The UV–vis spectroscopy showed a characteristic SPR band of Ag0 at 418 nm, indicating the formation of AgNPs. The AgNPs were crystalline, with an average size of 7 nm, as calculated from the XRD data. The SEM images revealed the spherical and polycrystalline AgNPs within the agglomerated form. The FTIR spectra elucidated the functional group of the extract attached with the Ag0. The broad, strong peak at 3632 cm−1 indicated the involvement of the -OH group of compounds of extract in reducing silver ions. The peak of EDX spectra around 3 keV confirmed the silver in the nanostructure. A colorimetric method was employed for the heavy metal sensing in the aqueous medium without modification of AgNPs suspension. The obtained AgNPs were found to be selective and highly sensitive toward Hg2+ ions. The AgNPs suspension turned colorless after adding 380 µL of 1 mM Hg2+. The synthesized AgNPs showed the catalytic activity on reduction of 4-nitrophenol in the presence of NaBH4 within 8 min with a rate constant of 1.21 × 10−2 s−1. The outcome of these findings suggests that the application of Artemisia vulgaris influenced AgNPs for metal sensing and green catalysis.
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Green synthesis of Gold and Silver Nanoparticles: Updates on Research, Patents, and Future Prospects. OPENNANO 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.onano.2022.100076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Biologically Derived Gold Nanoparticles and Their Applications. Bioinorg Chem Appl 2022; 2022:8184217. [PMID: 35959230 PMCID: PMC9359863 DOI: 10.1155/2022/8184217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2022] [Accepted: 07/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Nanotechnology is a rapidly evolving discipline as it has a wide variety of applications in several fields. They have been synthesized in a variety of ways. Traditional processes such as chemical and physical synthesis have limits, whether in the form of chemical contamination during synthesis operations or in subsequent applications and usage of more energy. Over the last decade, research has focused on establishing easy, nontoxic, clean, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly techniques for nanoparticle production. To achieve this goal, biological synthesis was created to close this gap. Biosynthesis of nanoparticles is a one-step process, and it is ecofriendly in nature. The metabolic activities of biological agents convert dissolved metal ions into nanometals. For biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles, various biological agents like plants, fungus, and bacteria are utilized. In this review paper, the aim is to provide a summary of contemporary research on the biosynthesis of gold nanoparticles and their applications in various domains have been discussed.
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Effective treatment of resistant opportunistic fungi associated with immuno-compromised individuals using silver biosynthesized nanoparticles. APPLIED NANOSCIENCE 2022; 12:3871-3882. [PMID: 35909460 PMCID: PMC9307438 DOI: 10.1007/s13204-022-02539-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 06/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Drug resistance in filamentous fungus to antifungal medicines is a huge problem in biomedical applications; so, an effective strategy for treating opportunistic fungal infections is needed. Mentha piperita is a very fascinating plant to treat a variety of ailments as home remedies. Eighteen strains of Aspergillus species were used for this study which are having a unique antifungal resistance profile in presence of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). AgNPs were prepared, using an aqueous extract of M. Piperita and characterized it by various techniques. Structural properties of AgNPs were systematically studied using X-ray diffraction (XRD), high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), and Raman measurement, which emanate the single-phase fcc structure of silver nanoparticles. The spherical nature and elemental analysis of as-synthesized AgNPs were confirmed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy, respectively. The optical study has been analyzed using UV–Vis spectroscopy and band gap was calculated as 2.51 eV, using Tauc plot. To analyze and validate the good efficacy of the disc approach, antifungal activity of AgNPs nanoparticles in different concentrations against isolates was achieved in both disc and broth microdilution. The extracellular enzymatic activity of A. fumigatus was found to explore the precise impact of nanoparticles on fungal metabolism. The antifungal efficacy of AgNPs against all fungi was highly successful in disc method. The broth approach underlined the favorable results of the disc method. It provided more precise results in determining the minimum inhibition concentration (MIC), as well as the minimum effective concentration (MEC). A. fumigatus (AM6) enzymatic activity was boosted by AgNPs. Also, ß-galactosidase, ß-glucuronidase, and ß-glucosidase are necessary enzymes whose activity has been boosted. Consequently, M. piperita AgNPs can play a major and intriguing function against resistant Aspergillus species with a significant shift in the enzymatic activity profile of fungi due to this action.
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Bawazeer S, Rauf A, Emran TB, Aljohani ASM, Alhumaydhi FA, Khan Z, Ahmad L, Hemeg HA, Muhammad N, Sharma R, Maalik A, Khan I. Biogenic Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Rhazya stricta Extracts and Evaluation of Its Biological Activities. JOURNAL OF NANOMATERIALS 2022; 2022:1-11. [DOI: 10.1155/2022/7365931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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Rhazya stricta is a well-known medicinal plant and source of numerous potential secondary metabolites including steroids, alkaloids, and tannins. R. stricta possesses multimedical applications and used for curing of various diseases such as inflammation, diabetes, sore throat, infectious, helminthiasis, arthritis, and cancer. The current investigation deals with synthesizing AgNPs using aqueous and ethanol extracts of R. stricta. The synthesized R. stricta-AgNPs were characterized through UV-visible, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), and atomic force microscopy (AFM) methods. The UV-visible analysis exhibited a characteristic absorption
at 475 nm in R. stricta ethanol AgNPs while this peak was absent in R. stricta aqueous crude extract. The thermal stability of R. stricta-AgNPs demonstrated that by increasing the reduction time and temperature, the absorption of AgNPs also increased, leading to more stable NPs formation. The FTIR spectra showed a broad peak at 450-550 cm-1 that confirmed the occurrence of AgNPs of R. stricta. The AFM study of the synthesized AgNPs revealed the spherical shape and size ranging from 30 nm to 90 nm. In antioxidant and antibacterial study, the R. stricta-AgNPs exhibited good antioxidant activity (87.94% and 88.37%) than the ethanol crude extract (50.00% and 56.81%) at 100 μg/mL using DPPH assay. Maximum antibacterial activity was recorded against Gram-positive bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus), which was 15 and 0 mm, while against Gram-negative bacteria (Klebsiella pneumonia) was found to be 16 and 14 mm, respectively, whereas against Bacillus subtills, a poor activity was recorded as 14 for extract and 0 mm for AgNPs, respectively. In the acetic acid-induced writhing model, the percent effect of extract (100 mg/kg) and AgNPs (15 mg/kg) was 79.98 and 83.23, respectively. The maximum muscle coordination effect of extracts in the inclined plan and traction test was 44% and 38% at higher doses. A mild sedative effect was also recorded against extract and AgNPs. The significant (
) effect of extract was noted at 100 mg/kg while AgNPs was more significant (
) at the tested dose of 15 mg/kg. These findings have concluded that R. stricta-AgNPs is an effective bioreductant of AgNPs synthesis and exhibit several applications in distinctive biomedical and pharmaceutical industries.
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- Sami Bawazeer
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, P.O. Box 42, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Swabi, Anbar, 23430 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacy, BGC Trust University Bangladesh, Chittagong 4381, Bangladesh
- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Qassim University, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Laboratories, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Qassim University, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacy, International Islamic University Chittagong, Chittagong 4318, Bangladesh
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- Khyber Medical College Peshawar, Peshawar, KPK, Pakistan
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Taibah University, P.O. Box 344, Al-Madinah Al-Monawra 41411, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, KPK, Pakistan
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- Department of Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, Faculty of Ayurveda, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, 221005 Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Chemistry, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Abbottabad 22060, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, GPGC Charsadda, KPK, Pakistan
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Brucella species-induced brucellosis: Antimicrobial effects, potential resistance and toxicity of silver and gold nanosized particles. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0269963. [PMID: 35834538 PMCID: PMC9282596 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0269963] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2022] [Accepted: 05/31/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Brucellosis is an endemic zoonotic disease caused by Brucella species, which are intramacrophage pathogens that make treating this disease challenging. The negative effects of the treatment regime have prompted the development of new antimicrobials against brucellosis. A new treatment modality for antibiotic-resistant microorganisms is the use of nanoparticles (NPs). In this study, we examined the antibacterial activities of silver and gold NPs (SNPs and GNPs, respectively), the resistance developed by Brucella melitensis (B. melitensis) and Brucella abortus (B. abortus) strains and the toxicity of both of these NPs in experimental rats. To test the bactericidal effects of the SNPs and GNPs, we used 22 multidrug-resistant Brucella isolates (10 B. melitensis and 12 B. abortus). The minimal inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of both types of NPs were determined utilizing the microdilution technique. To test the stability of resistance, 7 B. melitensis and 6 B. abortus isolates were passaged ten times in culture with subinhibitory concentrations of NPs and another ten times without NPs. Histopathological analysis was completed after rats were given 0.25, 0.5, 1, and 2 mg/kg NPs orally for 28 consecutive days. The MIC values (μg/ml) of the 10-nm SNPs and 20-nm GNPs against B. melitensis were 22.43 ± 2.32 and 13.56 ± 1.22, while these values were 18.77 ± 1.33 and 12.45 ± 1.59 for B. abortus, respectively. After extensive in vitro exposure, most strains showed no resistance to the 10-nm SNPs or 20-nm GNPs. The NPs and antibiotics did not cross-react in any of the evolved Brucella strains. SNPs and GNPs at doses below 2 mg/kg were not harmful to rat tissue according to organ histopathological examinations. However, a greater dose of NPs (2 mg/kg) harmed all of the tissues studied. The bactericidal properties of NPs are demonstrated in this work. Brucella strains develop similar resistance to SNPs and GNPs, and at low dosages, neither SNPs nor GNPs were hazardous to rats.
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Nithya P, Raghunathan S, Prabakaran M, Antony SA, MubarakAli D. Synthesis and Characterization of Tween-20 Capped Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles for Anticancer and Antimicrobial Property. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2022; 195:2282-2293. [PMID: 35802241 DOI: 10.1007/s12010-022-04069-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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The Vitrus vinifera fruit extract was used to make silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) utilizing a green chemical technique. The biosynthesized Tween-20/Vitrus vinifera-AgNPs were observed by UV-Vis spectrophotometry. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning transmission electron microscopy, selected area electron diffraction, and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy were used to characterize the physiochemical properties. The spherical form of AgNPs was confirmed by transmission electron microscopy. The peaks in the Tween-20/Vitrus vinifera-AgNPs have an average crystallite size that is found to be 46 nm according to powder X-ray diffraction examination. Biosynthesized AgNPs had a significant effect on bone osteosarcoma MG63 cells with 55% inhibition, respectively, using MTT assay. The effective dangerous concentration of Tween-20/Vitrus vinifera with AgNP nanoparticles was less harmful to MG63 cells. The results of antibacterial activity showed that Tween-20/Vitrus vinifera-AgNPs effectively inhibited Eggerthella lenta and Staphylococcus epidermis bacteria.
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- Periakaruppan Nithya
- PG and Research Department of Chemistry, Presidency College, Chennai, 600005, India
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- School of Life Sciences, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, 600048, India
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- PG and Research Department of Chemistry, Presidency College, Chennai, 600005, India
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- School of Life Sciences, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, 600048, India.
- Al Siraat Labs Private Limited, Seethakathi Estate, Chennai, 600048, India.
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Biogenic Gold Nanoparticles: Current Applications and Future Prospects. J CLUST SCI 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s10876-022-02304-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Photocatalytic Activity of Orchid-Flower-Shaped ZnO Nanoparticles, toward Cationic and Anionic Dye Degradation under Visible Light, and Its Anti-Cancer Potential. COATINGS 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/coatings12070946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Orchid-flower-shaped ZnO nanomaterials were successfully synthesized via green synthesis and an eco-friendly approach using an aqueous extract of Lycium chinense fruit as a reducing and capping agent. The synthesized Lycium chinense orchid-flower-shaped ZnO (LC-ZnO/OF) nanoparticles (NPs) were characterized using different analytical methods through X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM), photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and photoluminescence (PL). The FE-TEM analysis revealed the orchid flower shape of the nanoparticles, and the elemental composition was confirmed via XPS analysis. The photocatalytic activity of the nanoparticles was determined by the degrading cationic dye methylene blue (MB) and the anionic dye Eosin Y (EY) under visible light irradiation at (400 w) within 180 min time, where it showed a significant ability to degrade both cationic and anionic dye by almost 50%. The LC-ZnO/OF photocatalyst was also used to check the toxicity level in human cancer cells, where it exhibited remarkable cytotoxicity to the human lung cancer (A549 cell line) and human gastric adenocarcinoma hyperdiploid (AGS cell line). The present investigation suggests that LC-ZnO/OF has the potential photocatalytic ability to degrade toxic dye as well as have anti-cancer effects. These preliminary results suggest that LC-ZnO/OF could have a significant impact on the environmental and biomedical fields.
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Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) by Pistacia terebinthus extract: Comprehensive evaluation of antimicrobial, antioxidant and anticancer effects. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2022; 608:163-169. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2022.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2022] [Revised: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 04/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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