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Wang L, Yang Y, Han W, Ding H. Novel design and development of Centella Asiatica extract - loaded poloxamer/ZnO nanocomposite wound closure material to improve anti-bacterial action and enhanced wound healing efficacy in diabetic foot ulcer. Regen Ther 2024; 27:92-103. [PMID: 38532843 PMCID: PMC10963185 DOI: 10.1016/j.reth.2024.03.006] [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: 12/16/2023] [Revised: 02/20/2024] [Accepted: 03/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024] Open
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Diabetic wounds can occur as a prevalent complication among people diagnosed with diabetes, frequently resulting in the necessity for amputation. The cause and effect of diabetic foot ulcer is complex, involving multiple factors. In the present study, wound healing strategies utilizing nanomaterials have proven to be effective in battling bacterial infections and improve wound regeneration. Poloxamers (PLX) exhibit extensive potential as a viable option for the development of nanomedicines owing to their inherent characteristics of self-assembly and encapsulation. This study aims to design and develop a PLX/ZnO nanocomposite incorporated with Centella Asiatica extract (CAE) for the multi-functional action in the diabetic wound healing treatment. Subsequently physico-chemical characterizations, such as XRD, FTIR, and TEM observations, demonstrated that the ZnO were evenly distributed through the PLX framework. The developed nanocomposite was biocompatible with mouse fibroblast cell line (L929), and it had multiple beneficial characteristics, such as a rapid self-healing process and effective antibacterial action against G+ and G- bacterial pathogens. After being treated with the developed formulation, skin fibroblast cell line and HUVECs demonstrated a substantial increase in their in vitro cell proliferation ability, migration, and tube-forming abilities. The utilization of a CAE@PLX/ZnO nanoformulation presents a viable strategy and a distinctive, encouraging composite for diabetic wound healing treatment.
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- Lina Wang
- Department of Endocrinology, Qingdao Chengyang District People's Hospital, Qingdao, 266109, PR China
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- Department of Dermatology, Qingdao Chengyang District People's Hospital, Qingdao, 266109, PR China
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- Department of Medical Laboratory, Qingdao Huangdao District Central Hospital, 266555, PR China
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- Department of Medical Laboratory, Qingdao Huangdao District Central Hospital, 266555, PR China
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Manoharan S, Balakrishnan P, Sellappan LK. Fabrication of highly flexible biopolymeric chitosan/agarose based bioscaffold with Matricaria recutita herbal extract for antimicrobial wound dressing applications. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 281:136195. [PMID: 39362441 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.136195] [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: 08/07/2024] [Revised: 09/28/2024] [Accepted: 09/29/2024] [Indexed: 10/05/2024]
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A flexible biopolymer-based antimicrobial wound dressing has the potential to alleviate the burden of bacterial infections in wounds by enhancing antimicrobial effectiveness and promoting faster wound healing. This study focuses on the development of a highly flexible chitosan-agarose (CS-AG) bioscaffold, incorporating Matricaria recutita chamomile flower extract (CH) through a conventional casting method. The flexible CS-AG bioscaffold's physiochemical properties were confirmed by FTIR, indicating secondary interactions, and XRD, showing its crystalline structure. The addition of CH to the optimized CS-AG bioscaffold resulted in significant tensile strength (17.28 ± 0.33 MPa), distinctive structural morphology (SEM), surface roughness (AFM), contact angle, improved thermal properties (DSC), and enhanced thermal stability (TGA). Furthermore, the CH-infused bioscaffold significantly increased swelling capacity (~81.09 ± 1.74 % over 48 h), and degradation profile (~52 % over 180 h). The release studies of CS-AG-CH bioscaffold demonstrate controlled release of CH with in the bioscaffold at different pH conditions. The bioscaffold demonstrated effective antibacterial activity against S. aureus and E. coli strains. Additionally, cytotoxicity assays indicated that the bioscaffold supports better cell viability and proliferation in fibroblast (NIH 3T3) cell lines. Consequently, this antimicrobial bioscaffold shows promise as a drug release system and biocompatible wound dressing suitable for tissue engineering applications.
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- Swathy Manoharan
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore 641407, India; Department of Biomedical Engineering, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore 641004, India.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore 641407, India
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Sheida A, Farshadi M, Mirzaei A, Najjar Khalilabad S, Zarepour F, Taghavi SP, Hosseini Khabr MS, Ravaei F, Rafiei S, Mosadeghi K, Yazdani MS, Fakhraie A, Ghattan A, Zamani Fard MM, Shahyan M, Rafiei M, Rahimian N, Talaei Zavareh SA, Mirzaei H. Potential of Natural Products in the Treatment of Glioma: Focus on Molecular Mechanisms. Cell Biochem Biophys 2024:10.1007/s12013-024-01447-x. [PMID: 39150676 DOI: 10.1007/s12013-024-01447-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/17/2024] [Indexed: 08/17/2024]
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Despite the waning of traditional treatments for glioma due to possible long-term issues, the healing possibilities of substances derived from nature have been reignited in the scientific community. These natural substances, commonly found in fruits and vegetables, are considered potential alternatives to pharmaceuticals, as they have been shown in prior research to impact pathways surrounding cancer progression, metastases, invasion, and resistance. This review will explore the supposed molecular mechanisms of different natural components, such as berberine, curcumin, coffee, resveratrol, epigallocatechin-3-gallate, quercetin, tanshinone, silymarin, coumarin, and lycopene, concerning glioma treatment. While the benefits of a balanced diet containing these compounds are widely recognized, there is considerable scope for investigating the efficacy of these natural products in treating glioma.
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- Amirhossein Sheida
- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Endocrine Research Center, Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran
- Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Firoozgar Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Endocrine Research Center, Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran.
- Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Firoozgar Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Research Center for Biochemistry and Nutrition in Metabolic Diseases, Institute for Basic Sciences, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran.
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Malaikozhundan B, Mohandoss S, Krishnamoorthi R, Bharathi PV, Palanisamy S, Vinodhini J. Enhanced bactericidal, antibiofilm and antioxidative response of Lawsonia inermis leaf extract synthesized ZnO NPs loaded with commercial antibiotic. Bioprocess Biosyst Eng 2024; 47:1241-1257. [PMID: 38607416 DOI: 10.1007/s00449-024-03000-9] [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: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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Globally, antibiotic resistance is a challenging issue in healthcare sector. The emergence of multiple drug-resistant bacteria has forced us to modify existing medicines and or formulate newer medicines that are effective and inexpensive. In this perspective, this study involves the formation of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) by utilizing the Lawsonia inermis (Li) leaf extract. The prepared L. inermis leaf extract mediated ZnO NPs (Li-ZnO NPs) were bio-physically characterized. The antibacterial and radical scavenging effects of Li-ZnO NPs were evaluated. In addition, ZnO NPs were conjugated with standard antibiotic (ciprofloxacin) and its drug loading efficiency, drug release and antibacterial efficacy were tested and compared with non-drug loaded ZnO NPs. An absorbance peak at 340 nm was noted for Li-ZnO NPs. After conjugation with the drug, two absorbance peaks- one at 242 nm characteristic of ciprofloxacin and the other at 350 nm characteristics of ZnO NPs were observed. The crystallite size was 18.7 nm as determined by XRD. The antibacterial effect was higher on Gram-positive (S. aureus and S. pyogenes) than the Gram-negative pathogens (E. coli and K. pneumoniae). Inhibition of S. aureus and S. pyogenes biofilm at 100 μg mL-1were, respectively, 97.5 and 92.6%. H2O2 free radicals was inhibited to 90% compared to the standard ascorbic acid at 100 μg mL-1. After drug loading, the FTIR spectrum confirmed the existence of ciprofloxacin peaks at 965 cm-1 and Zn-O bond at 492 cm-1. The drug loading capacity of 15 nm sized ZnO NPs was higher (58, 75, 90 and 95% at 1, 2.5, 5 and 10% drug concentrations, respectively) compared to 20 nm. Similarly, the percentage of drug (ciprofloxacin) released from 15 nm ZnO NPs were increased to 90% at 10% drug-loaded samples, respectively. Also, the antibiotic loaded ZnO NPs had significant antibacterial effects against tested bacteria compared to Li-ZnO NPs and ciprofloxacin alone. This revealed that the antibiotic loaded ZnO NPs offer a sustainable route to treat multi-drug-resistant bacterial infections.
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- Balasubramanian Malaikozhundan
- Department of Biology, The Gandhigram Rural Institute (Deemed to Be University), 624 302, Gandhigram, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu, India.
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, 38541, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biology, The Gandhigram Rural Institute (Deemed to Be University), 624 302, Gandhigram, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu, India
- Pharmaceutics Laboratory, Graduate Institute of Natural Products, Chang Gung University, 333, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Biology, The Gandhigram Rural Institute (Deemed to Be University), 624 302, Gandhigram, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu, India
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- East Coast Life Sciences Institute, Gangneung-Wonju National University, 120, Gangneung, 210-702, Gangwon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, Dr. Umayal Ramanathan College for Women, Alagappa University, 630 003, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, India
- Parvathy's Anugrahaa International School, 624 002, Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, India
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Khalid SA, Ghanem AF, Abd-El-Malek A, Ammar MA, El-Khateib T, El-Sherbiny IM. Free-standing carboxymethyl cellulose film incorporating nanoformulated pomegranate extract for meat packaging. Carbohydr Polym 2024; 332:121915. [PMID: 38431395 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.121915] [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: 10/21/2023] [Revised: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 02/03/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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This study aimed to explore an innovative approach to enhancing the shelf-life and quality of meat products through the application of an active packaging system. The study involved the development of new free-standing carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) nanocomposite films incorporated with nanoencapsulated flavonoids derived from pomegranate extract. The loaded flavonoids, known for their antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, were nanoencapsulated via a self-assembly approach in a mixture of chitosan and sodium alginate to improve their stability, solubility, and controlled release characteristics. Chemical structure, size, and morphology of the obtained nanoparticles (Pg-NPs) were studied with FTIR, zeta-sizer, and TEM. The Pg-NPs showed particle size of 232 nm, and zeta-potential of -20.7 mV. Various free-standing nanocomposite films were then developed via incorporation of Pg-NPs into CMC-casted films. FTIR, SEM, thermal and mechanical properties, and surface wettability were intensively studied for the nanocomposite films. Barrier properties against water vapor were investigated at 2022 g·m-2d-1. The nanocomposite films possessed superior properties for inhibiting bacterial growth and extending the shelf-life of beef and poultry meat for 12 days compared with the Pg-NPs-free CMC films. This study presented a promising approach for development of active packaging systems with improved antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, and economic and environmental impacts.
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- Shaimaa A Khalid
- Nanomedicine Laboratories, Center for Materials Science, Zewail City of Science and Technology, 6th October City, 12578 Giza, Egypt; Food Hygiene Department, Animal Health Research Institute (AHRI), Agricultural Research Center, Giza, Egypt
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- Packaging Materials Department, Chemical Industries Research Institute, National Research Centre, 33 El Bohouth St. (former El Tahrir st.) Dokki, Giza P.O. 12622, Egypt
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- Department of Food Hygiene (Meat Hygiene), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt
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- Food Hygiene Department, Animal Health Research Institute (AHRI), Agricultural Research Center, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Food Hygiene (Meat Hygiene), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt
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- Nanomedicine Laboratories, Center for Materials Science, Zewail City of Science and Technology, 6th October City, 12578 Giza, Egypt.
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Sahoo A, Dwivedi K, Almalki WH, Mandal AK, Alhamyani A, Afzal O, Alfawaz Altamimi AS, Alruwaili NK, Yadav PK, Barkat MA, Singh T, Rahman M. Secondary metabolites in topical infectious diseases and nanomedicine applications. Nanomedicine (Lond) 2024; 19:1191-1215. [PMID: 38651634 PMCID: PMC11418228 DOI: 10.2217/nnm-2024-0017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2024] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024] Open
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Topical infection affects nearly one-third of the world's population; it may result from poor sanitation, hygienic conditions and crowded living and working conditions that accelerate the spread of topical infectious diseases. The problems associated with the anti-infective agents are drug resistance and long-term therapy. Secondary metabolites are obtained from plants, microorganisms and animals, but they are metabolized inside the human body. The integration of nanotechnology into secondary metabolites is gaining attention due to their interaction at the subatomic and skin-tissue levels. Hydrogel, liposomes, lipidic nanoparticles, polymeric nanoparticles and metallic nanoparticles are the most suitable carriers for secondary metabolite delivery. Therefore, the present review article extensively discusses the topical applications of nanomedicines for the effective delivery of secondary metabolites.
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- Ankit Sahoo
- College of Pharmacy, J.S. University, Shikohabad, Firozabad, Utta Pradesh, 283135, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Shambhunath Institute of Pharmacy, Jhalwa, Prayagraj, 211015, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, 21955, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia
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- Pharmaceuticals Chemistry Department, Faculty of Clinical Pharmacy, Al-Baha University, Alaqiq, 65779-7738, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, Jouf University, Sakakah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh, 786004, Assam, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, University of Hafr Al Batin, Al-Batin, 39524, Saudi Arabia
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- Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Basic Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, Jamia Nagar, New Delhi, 10025, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shalom Institute of Health & Allied Sciences, Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences, Allahabad, 211007, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Ahmad N, Bukhari SNA, Hussain MA, Ejaz H, Munir MU, Amjad MW. Nanoparticles incorporated hydrogels for delivery of antimicrobial agents: developments and trends. RSC Adv 2024; 14:13535-13564. [PMID: 38665493 PMCID: PMC11043667 DOI: 10.1039/d4ra00631c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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The prevention and treatment of microbial infections is an imminent global public health concern due to the poor antimicrobial performance of the existing antimicrobial regime and rapidly emerging antibiotic resistance in pathogenic microbes. In order to overcome these problems and effectively control bacterial infections, various new treatment modalities have been identified. To attempt this, various micro- and macro-molecular antimicrobial agents that function by microbial membrane disruption have been developed with improved antimicrobial activity and lesser resistance. Antimicrobial nanoparticle-hydrogels systems comprising antimicrobial agents (antibiotics, biological extracts, and antimicrobial peptides) loaded nanoparticles or antimicrobial nanoparticles (metal or metal oxide) constitute an important class of biomaterials for the prevention and treatment of infections. Hydrogels that incorporate nanoparticles can offer an effective strategy for delivering antimicrobial agents (or nanoparticles) in a controlled, sustained, and targeted manner. In this review, we have described an overview of recent advancements in nanoparticle-hydrogel hybrid systems for antimicrobial agent delivery. Firstly, we have provided an overview of the nanoparticle hydrogel system and discussed various advantages of these systems in biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. Thereafter, different hybrid hydrogel systems encapsulating antibacterial metal/metal oxide nanoparticles, polymeric nanoparticles, antibiotics, biological extracts, and antimicrobial peptides for controlling infections have been reviewed in detail. Finally, the challenges and future prospects of nanoparticle-hydrogel systems have been discussed.
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- Naveed Ahmad
- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, Jouf University Sakaka 72388 Aljouf Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, Jouf University Sakaka 72388 Aljouf Saudi Arabia
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- Centre for Organic Chemistry, School of Chemistry, University of the Punjab Lahore 54590 Pakistan
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Jouf University Sakaka 72388 Aljouf Saudi Arabia
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- Australian Institute for Bioengineering & Nanotechnology, The University of Queensland Brisbane Queens-land 4072 Australia
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- 6 Center for Ultrasound Molecular Imaging and Therapeutics, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh 15213 Pittsburgh Pennsylvania USA
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Singh A, Sharma JJ, Mohanta B, Sood A, Han SS, Sharma A. Synthetic and biopolymers-based antimicrobial hybrid hydrogels: a focused review. JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE. POLYMER EDITION 2024; 35:675-716. [PMID: 37943320 DOI: 10.1080/09205063.2023.2278814] [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: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023]
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The constantly accelerating occurrence of microbial infections and their antibiotic resistance has spurred advancement in the field of material sciences and has guided the development of novel materials with anti-bacterial properties. To address the clinical exigencies, the material of choice should be biodegradable, biocompatible, and able to offer prolonged antibacterial effects. As an attractive option, hydrogels have been explored globally as a potent biomaterial platform that can furnish essential antibacterial attributes owing to its three-dimensional (3D) hydrophilic polymeric network, adequate biocompatibility, and cellular adhesion. The current review focuses on the utilization of different antimicrobial hydrogels based on their sources (natural and synthetic). Further, the review also highlights the strategies for the generation of hydrogels with their advantages and disadvantages and their applications in different biomedical fields. Finally, the prospects in the development of hydrogels-based antimicrobial biomaterials are discussed along with some key challenges encountered during their development and clinical translation.
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- Anand Singh
- University Institute of Biotechnology, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India
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- University Institute of Biotechnology, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India
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- University Institute of Biotechnology, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan, South Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan, South Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida, India
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Sansan OC, Ezin V, Ayenan MAT, Chabi IB, Adoukonou-Sagbadja H, Saïdou A, Ahanchede A. Onion ( Allium cepa L.) and Drought: Current Situation and Perspectives. SCIENTIFICA 2024; 2024:6853932. [PMID: 38455126 PMCID: PMC10919983 DOI: 10.1155/2024/6853932] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/09/2024]
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Onions (Allium cepa L.) are the second most commonly produced and consumed vegetable worldwide due to their economic, nutritional, and medicinal benefits. However, drought hinders vegetative growth, lowers yields and bulb quality, reduces photosynthetic activity, and alters the onion plant's metabolism. This review provides a summary of global research on the impact of drought on onions. It specifically seeks to shed light on aspects that remain unclear and generate research avenues. Relevant scientific articles were sourced from the AGORA database, Web of Science (WoS), and search engines such as Google Scholar, Scopus, MEDLINE/PubMed, and SCImago to achieve this objective. A total of 117 scientific articles and documents related to onion and drought were critically examined. The review revealed agromorphological, physiological, biochemical, and genomic studies depicting factors that contribute to drought tolerance in onion genotypes. However, there was little research on the physiological, biochemical, and genetic characteristics of drought tolerance in onions, which need to be deepened to establish its adaptation mechanisms. Understanding the mechanisms of onion response to water stress will contribute to fast-tracking the development of drought-tolerant genotypes and optimize onion production. Future research should be more focused on investigating onion drought tolerance mechanisms and structural and functional genomics and identifying genes responsible for onion drought tolerance.
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- Oladé Charles Sansan
- Department of Crop Production, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou 01 BP 526, Benin
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- Department of Crop Production, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou 01 BP 526, Benin
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- World Vegetable Center, West and Central Africa Coastal and Humid Regions, IITA-Benin Campus, 08 BP 0932 Tri Postal, Cotonou, Benin
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- Laboratory of Human Nutrition and Valorization of Food Bio-ingredients, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou 03 BP 2819, Benin
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- Laboratory of Genetic and Biotechnology, Faculty of Sciences and Technology, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou BP 526, Benin
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- Department of Crop Production, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou 01 BP 526, Benin
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- Department of Crop Production, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou 01 BP 526, Benin
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Elkhalifa ME, Ashraf M, Ahmed A, Usman A, Hamdoon AA, Elawad MA, Almalki MG, Mosa OF, Niyazov LN, Ayaz M. Polyphenols and their nanoformulations as potential antibiofilm agents against multidrug-resistant pathogens. Future Microbiol 2024; 19:255-279. [PMID: 38305223 DOI: 10.2217/fmb-2023-0175] [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: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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The emergence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) pathogens is a major problem in the therapeutic management of infectious diseases. Among the bacterial resistance mechanisms is the development of an enveloped protein and polysaccharide-hydrated matrix called a biofilm. Polyphenolics have demonstrated beneficial antibacterial effects. Phenolic compounds mediate their antibiofilm effects via disruption of the bacterial membrane, deprivation of substrate, protein binding, binding to adhesion complex, viral fusion blockage and interactions with eukaryotic DNA. However, these compounds have limitations of chemical instability, low bioavailability, poor water solubility and short half-lives. Nanoformulations offer a promising solution to overcome these challenges by enhancing their antibacterial potential. This review summarizes the antibiofilm role of polyphenolics, their underlying mechanisms and their potential role as resistance-modifying agents.
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- Modawy Em Elkhalifa
- Public Health Department, Health Sciences College at Al-Leith, Umm Al-Qura University, Al leith, KSA
- Faculty of Public and Environmental Health, University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Malakand, Chakdara, Dir (L), KP, 18800, Pakistan
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- Public Health Department, Health Sciences College at Al-Leith, Umm Al-Qura University, Al leith, KSA
- Faculty of Public and Environmental Health, University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Malakand, Chakdara, Dir (L), KP, 18800, Pakistan
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- Public Health Department, Health Sciences College at Al-Leith, Umm Al-Qura University, Al leith, KSA
- Faculty of Public and Environmental Health, University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Public Health Department, Health Sciences College at Al-Leith, Umm Al-Qura University, Al leith, KSA
- Faculty of Public and Environmental Health, University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Public Health Department, Health Sciences College at Al-Leith, Umm Al-Qura University, Al leith, KSA
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- Public Health Department, Health Sciences College at Al-Leith, Umm Al-Qura University, Al leith, KSA
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- Medical Chemistry Department, Bukhara State Medical Institute Named After Abu Ali Ibn Sino, Bukhara, Uzbekistan
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Malakand, Chakdara, Dir (L), KP, 18800, Pakistan
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Perumal P, Sathakkathulla NA, Kumaran K, Ravikumar R, Selvaraj JJ, Nagendran V, Gurusamy M, Shaik N, Gnanavadivel Prabhakaran S, Suruli Palanichamy V, Ganesan V, Thiraviam PP, Gunalan S, Rathinasamy S. Green synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using aqueous extract of shilajit and their anticancer activity against HeLa cells. Sci Rep 2024; 14:2204. [PMID: 38273022 PMCID: PMC10810832 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-52217-x] [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: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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In the present study, ZnO nanoparticles have been synthesized using an aqueous extract of shilajit. The nanoparticles were characterized using different techniques such as UV (ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometer), FTIR (Fourier transform infrared), XRD (X-ray diffraction), particle size analysis, SEM (scanning electron microscope) and EDAX (Energy-dispersive X-ray) analysis. The UV absorption peak at 422.40 nm was observed for ZnO nanoparticles. SEM analysis showed the shape of nanoparticles to be spherical, FTIR spectrum confirmed the presence of zinc atoms, particle size analysis showed the nanoparticle size, EDAX confirmed the purity of ZnO nanoparticles whereas XRD pattern similar to that of JCPDS card for ZnO confirmed the presence of pure ZnO nanoparticles. The in vitro anticancer activity of ZnO nanoparticles against the HeLa cell line showed the IC50 value of 38.60 μg/mL compared to reference standard cisplatin. This finding confirms that ZnO nanoparticles from shilajit extract have potent cytotoxic effect on human cervical cancer cell lines.
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- Parthasarathi Perumal
- Department of Molecular and Cell Biology Lab, Greensmed Labs, Thoraipakkam, Chennai, 600097, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy, Nagapattinam, 611002, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy, Nagapattinam, 611002, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy, Nagapattinam, 611002, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy, Nagapattinam, 611002, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, St. Mary's College of Pharmacy, Secunderabad, Telangana, 500025, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, St. Mary's College of Pharmacy, Secunderabad, Telangana, 500025, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pannai College of Pharmacy (Affiliated to the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai), Dindigul, 624005, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pannai College of Pharmacy (Affiliated to the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai), Dindigul, 624005, India
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- Centre of Advanced Study in Crystallography and Biophysics, Guindy Campus, University of Madras, Chennai, 600025, India
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- Department of Molecular and Cell Biology Lab, Greensmed Labs, Thoraipakkam, Chennai, 600097, India.
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Homayoonfal M, Aminianfar A, Asemi Z, Yousefi B. Application of Nanoparticles for Efficient Delivery of Quercetin in Cancer Cells. Curr Med Chem 2024; 31:1107-1141. [PMID: 36856173 DOI: 10.2174/0929867330666230301121611] [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: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 01/07/2023] [Accepted: 01/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023]
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Quercetin (Qu, 3,5,7,3', 4'-pentahydroxyflavanone) is a natural polyphenol compound abundantly found in health food or plant-based products. In recent decades, Qu has gained significant attention in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutic industries owning to its wide beneficial therapeutic properties such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticancer activities. Despite the favorable roles of Qu in cancer therapy due to its numerous impacts on the cell signaling axis, its poor chemical stability and bioavailability, low aqueous solubility as well as short biological half-life have limited its clinical application. Recently, drug delivery systems based on nanotechnology have been developed to overcome such limitations and enhance the Qu biodistribution following administration. Several investigations have indicated that the nano-formulation of Qu enjoys more remarkable anticancer effects than its free form. Furthermore, incorporating Qu in various nano-delivery systems improved its sustained release and stability, extended its circulation time, enhanced its accumulation at target sites, and increased its therapeutic efficiency. The purpose of this study was to provide a comprehensive review of the anticancer properties of various Qu nano-formulation to augment their effects on different malignancies. Various targeting strategies for improving Qu delivery, including nanoliposomes, lipids, polymeric, micelle, and inorganic nanoparticle NPs, have been discussed in this review. The results of the current study illustrated that a combination of appropriate nano encapsulation approaches with tumor-oriented targeting delivery might lead to establishing QU nanoparticles that can be a promising technique for cancer treatment.
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- Mina Homayoonfal
- Research Center for Biochemistry and Nutrition in Metabolic Diseases, Institute for Basic Sciences, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, I.R. Iran
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- Research Center for Biochemistry and Nutrition in Metabolic Diseases, Institute for Basic Sciences, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, I.R. Iran
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- Research Center for Biochemistry and Nutrition in Metabolic Diseases, Institute for Basic Sciences, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, I.R. Iran
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- Molecular Medicine Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Çakıcı GT, Kaya S, Doğan SY, Solak EK. Quercetin-loaded sodium alginate/collagen/h-boron nitride potential wound dressings prepared using the Box-Behnken experimental design. Biotechnol J 2024; 19:e2300147. [PMID: 37897145 DOI: 10.1002/biot.202300147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2023] [Revised: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Natural and synthetic biocompatible polymers have received significant attention in the pharmaceutical industry due to their rapid and effective healing properties in the wound healing process. The aim of this study was to optimize the extraction of onions, the preparation of sodium alginate/collagen/hydrogen boron nitride (NaAlg/Col/h-BN) membranes using the Box-Behnken experimental design, and determine the optimal conditions for quercetin release. The study also aimed to investigate the antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of the prepared membranes and their therapeutic properties. METHODS AND RESULTS The prepared membranes were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), fourier transform infrared (FTIR), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). Antimicrobial activities were tested against Gram-negative (Gr-) Escherichia coli ATCC 25922, Klebsiella pneumonia, Enterobacter aerogenes, Gram-positive (Gr+) Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923, and Candida albicans ATCC 10231 pathogens. In vitro release studies were conducted to examine the therapeutic properties of the prepared membranes. The optimum conditions for the extraction of onions and the preparation of NaAlg/Col/h-BN membranes were found to be EtOH = 75 mL, t = 2 h, T = 45°C, and NaAlg = 1.0 g, Col = 2.0 g, and h-BN = 6% wt, respectively. The prepared membranes exhibited serious antimicrobial properties against S. aureus and C. albicans. The membranes also promoted the controlled release of quercetin for 24 h in vitro, indicating their potential as a new approach in wound treatment. CONCLUSION The study concludes that quercetin-filled NaAlg/Col/h-BN membranes have promising therapeutic properties for wound healing. The membranes exhibited significant antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, and their controlled release of quercetin suggests their potential for use in wound healing applications.
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- Gülşen Taşkın Çakıcı
- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Processing Technologies, Vocational School of Technical Sciences, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Material and Material Processing Technologies, Vocational School of Technical Sciences, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Processing Technologies, Vocational School of Technical Sciences, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Processing Technologies, Vocational School of Technical Sciences, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
- Department of Advanced Technologies, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
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Falsafi SR, Topuz F, Rostamabadi H. Dialdehyde carbohydrates - Advanced functional materials for biomedical applications. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 321:121276. [PMID: 37739495 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121276] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2023] [Revised: 07/26/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023]
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Dialdehyde carbohydrates (DCs) have found applications in a wide range of biomedical field due to their great versatility, biocompatibility/biodegradability, biological properties, and controllable chemical/physical characteristics. The presence of dialdehyde groups in carbohydrate structure allows cross-linking of DCs to form versatile architectures serving as interesting matrices for biomedical applications (e.g., drug delivery, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine). Recently, DCs have noticeably contributed to the development of diverse physical forms of advanced functional biomaterials i.e., bulk architectures (hydrogels, films/coatings, or scaffolds) and nano/-micro formulations. We underline here the current scientific knowledge on DCs, and demonstrate their potential and newly developed biomedical applications. Specifically, an update on the synthesis approach and functional/bioactive attributes is provided, and the selected in vitro/in vivo studies are reviewed comprehensively as examples of the latest progress in the field. Moreover, safety concerns, challenges, and perspectives towards the application of DCs are deliberated.
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- Seid Reza Falsafi
- Isfahan Endocrine and Metabolism Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Letters, Istanbul Technical University, Sariyer, 34469 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Nutrition and Food Security Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan 81746-73461, Iran.
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Zhang D, Chen X, Bu N, Huang L, Lin H, Zhou L, Mu R, Wang L, Pang J. Biosynthesis of Quercetin-Loaded Melanin Nanoparticles for Improved Antioxidant Activity, Photothermal Antimicrobial, and NIR/pH Dual-Responsive Drug Release. Foods 2023; 12:4232. [PMID: 38231693 DOI: 10.3390/foods12234232] [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: 11/03/2023] [Revised: 11/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024] Open
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Quercetin (QCT) is a promising dose-dependent nutraceutical that usually suffers from poor water solubility and low bioavailability issues. In this work, a novel QCT-loaded nanoscale delivery system was constructed based on the oxidative self-polymerization of melanin (Q@MNPs). The FT-IR, XRD, and Zeta potential analyses confirmed that QCT was successfully absorbed on the melanin nanoparticles (MNPs) via Π-Π and hydrogen bonding interactions. The encapsulation efficiency and particle size of Q@MNPs were 43.78% and 26.68 nm, respectively. Q@MNPs improved the thermal stability of QCT and the antioxidant properties in comparison to MNPs. Meanwhile, Q@MNPs presented fantastic photothermal conversion capacity and stability triggered by the NIR laser, which significantly enhanced the antibacterial capability with a sterilization rate of more than 98% against E. coli and S. aureus. More importantly, Q@MNPs exhibited NIR/pH dual-responsive drug release behavior and good biocompatibility (at concentrations of < 100 μg/mL). Thus, Q@MNPs show promising prospects for flavonoid delivery.
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- Di Zhang
- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- Department of Engineering Mechanics, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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Mikhailidi A, Ungureanu E, Belosinschi D, Tofanica BM, Volf I. Cellulose-Based Metallogels-Part 3: Multifunctional Materials. Gels 2023; 9:878. [PMID: 37998968 PMCID: PMC10671087 DOI: 10.3390/gels9110878] [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: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 10/24/2023] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/25/2023] Open
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The incorporation of the metal phase into cellulose hydrogels, resulting in the formation of metallogels, greatly expands their application potential by introducing new functionalities and improving their performance in various fields. The unique antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and anticancer properties of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles (Ag, Au, Cu, CuxOy, ZnO, Al2O3, TiO2, etc.), coupled with the biocompatibility of cellulose, allow the development of composite hydrogels with multifunctional therapeutic potential. These materials can serve as efficient carriers for controlled drug delivery, targeting specific cells or pathogens, as well as for the design of artificial tissues or wound and burn dressings. Cellulose-based metallogels can be used in the food packaging industry to provide biodegradable and biocidal materials to extend the shelf life of the goods. Metal and bimetallic nanoparticles (Au, Cu, Ni, AuAg, and AuPt) can catalyze chemical reactions, enabling composite cellulose hydrogels to be used as efficient catalysts in organic synthesis. In addition, metal-loaded hydrogels (with ZnO, TiO2, Ag, and Fe3O4 nanoparticles) can exhibit enhanced adsorption capacities for pollutants, such as dyes, heavy metal ions, and pharmaceuticals, making them valuable materials for water purification and environmental remediation. Magnetic properties imparted to metallogels by iron oxides (Fe2O3 and Fe3O4) simplify the wastewater treatment process, making it more cost-effective and environmentally friendly. The conductivity of metallogels due to Ag, TiO2, ZnO, and Al2O3 is useful for the design of various sensors. The integration of metal nanoparticles also allows the development of responsive materials, where changes in metal properties can be exploited for stimuli-responsive applications, such as controlled release systems. Overall, the introduction of metal phases augments the functionality of cellulose hydrogels, expanding their versatility for diverse applications across a broad spectrum of industries not envisaged during the initial research stages.
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- Aleksandra Mikhailidi
- Higher School of Printing and Media Technologies, St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design, 18 Bolshaya Morskaya Street, 191186 St. Petersburg, Russia;
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- “Ion Ionescu de la Brad” University of Life Sciences Iasi, 3 Mihail Sadoveanu Alley, 700490 Iasi, Romania;
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- Innovations Institute in Ecomaterials, Ecoproducts, and Ecoenergies, University of Quebec at Trois-Rivières, 3351, Boul. des Forges, Trois-Rivières, QC G8Z 4M3, Canada;
- CellON AS, Lakkegata 75C, NO-0562 Oslo, Norway
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- “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi, 73 Prof. Dr. Docent D. Mangeron Boulevard, 700050 Iasi, Romania
- IF2000 Academic Foundation, 73 Prof. Dr. Docent D. Mangeron Boulevard, 700050 Iasi, Romania
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- “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi, 73 Prof. Dr. Docent D. Mangeron Boulevard, 700050 Iasi, Romania
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Hasan N, Nadaf A, Imran M, Jiba U, Sheikh A, Almalki WH, Almujri SS, Mohammed YH, Kesharwani P, Ahmad FJ. Skin cancer: understanding the journey of transformation from conventional to advanced treatment approaches. Mol Cancer 2023; 22:168. [PMID: 37803407 PMCID: PMC10559482 DOI: 10.1186/s12943-023-01854-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/30/2023] [Indexed: 10/08/2023] Open
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Skin cancer is a global threat to the healthcare system and is estimated to incline tremendously in the next 20 years, if not diagnosed at an early stage. Even though it is curable at an early stage, novel drug identification, clinical success, and drug resistance is another major challenge. To bridge the gap and bring effective treatment, it is important to understand the etiology of skin carcinoma, the mechanism of cell proliferation, factors affecting cell growth, and the mechanism of drug resistance. The current article focusses on understanding the structural diversity of skin cancers, treatments available till date including phytocompounds, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, photothermal therapy, surgery, combination therapy, molecular targets associated with cancer growth and metastasis, and special emphasis on nanotechnology-based approaches for downregulating the deleterious disease. A detailed analysis with respect to types of nanoparticles and their scope in overcoming multidrug resistance as well as associated clinical trials has been discussed.
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- Nazeer Hasan
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, 110062, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, 110062, India
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- Frazer Institute, Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, 4102, Australia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, 110062, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, 110062, India
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, 24381, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, 61421, Asir-Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, 110062, India.
- Center for Global Health Research, Saveetha Medical College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Kuthambakkam, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, 110062, India.
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Yi X, Luo Y, Zhou Q, Wang J, Yang Z. Visually controlled pulsatile release of insulin from chitosan poly-acrylic acid nanobubbles triggered by focused ultrasound. Int J Pharm 2023; 643:123266. [PMID: 37482226 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2023.123266] [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: 04/11/2023] [Revised: 07/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/20/2023] [Indexed: 07/25/2023]
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Insulin therapy is the most effective way to control the blood glucose value of diabetic patients. The most effective administration route for insulin is subcutaneous injection because bioavailability for non-injection administration is low and unstable. However, patients often need a multiple daily insulin injection regimen to control basal and postprandial blood glucose, which causes various complications. Controlled pulsatile drug release technology using ultrasound as an external stimulus source is a very promising method to avoid multiple injections of insulin. However, most of the drug-loaded microbubbles used for ultrasound-mediated treatment have a short half-life, which limits their use in controlled pulsatile drug release. More importantly, how to control insulin release is still a challenge. In this paper, chitosan poly-acrylic acid nanobubbles as drug carriers of insulin were prepared to achieve a visually controlled pulsatile release of insulin triggered by focused ultrasound. The experimental results in vivo demonstrated that nanobubbles were stable enough to achieve long-term visualization for 7 days after intramuscular injection in rats. Under the guidance of ultrasound imaging, it is visible to find the position and observe the gray values change of nanobubbles. Thus, when triggered by focused ultrasound, the amount of insulin could be accurately pulsatile released from nanobubbles. In vivo experiments in rats showed that the visually controlled pulsatile release of insulin could be achieved for a long time, up to 3 consecutive days. The blood glucose level could be repeatedly reduced by focused ultrasound irradiation with just one injection. Our research provided a promising way for visually controlled pulsatile release of insulin, which would significantly reduce the injection frequency of insulin.
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- Xiyuan Yi
- The State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China; Chongqing University Fuling Hospital, Chongqing 408099, China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China
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- Chongqing University Fuling Hospital, Chongqing 408099, China
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- Chongqing University Fuling Hospital, Chongqing 408099, China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400016, China.
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Salem MA, Mohamed OG, Mosalam EM, Elberri AI, Abdel-Bar HM, Hassan M, Al-Karmalawy AA, Tripathi A, Ezzat SM, Abo Mansour HE. Investigation of the phytochemical composition, antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-osteoarthritis, and wound healing activities of selected vegetable waste. Sci Rep 2023; 13:13034. [PMID: 37563154 PMCID: PMC10415269 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-38591-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023] Open
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Agri-food wastes, produced following industrial food processing, are mostly discarded, leading to environmental hazards and losing the nutritional and medicinal values associated with their bioactive constituents. In this study, we performed a comprehensive analytical and biological evaluation of selected vegetable by-products (potato, onion, and garlic peels). The phytochemical analysis included UHPLC-ESI-qTOF-MS/MS in combination with molecular networking and determination of the total flavonoid and phenolic contents. Further, the antimicrobial, anti-osteoarthritis and wound healing potentials were also evaluated. In total, 47 compounds were identified, belonging to phenolic acids, flavonoids, saponins, and alkaloids as representative chemical classes. Onion peel extract (OPE) showed the higher polyphenolic contents, the promising antioxidant activity, the potential anti-osteoarthritis activity, and promising antimicrobial activity, especially against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Furthermore, OPE revealed to have promising in vivo wound healing activity, restoring tissue physiology and integrity, mainly through the activation of AP-1 signaling pathway. Lastly, when OPE was loaded with nanocapsule based hydrogel, the nano-formulation revealed enhanced cellular viability. The affinities of the OPE major metabolites were evaluated against both p65 and ATF-2 targets using two different molecular docking processes revealing quercetin-3,4'-O-diglucoside, alliospiroside C, and alliospiroside D as the most promising entities with superior binding scores. These results demonstrate that vegetable by-products, particularly, those derived from onion peels can be incorporated as natural by-product for future evaluation against wounds and osteoarthritis.
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- Mohamed A Salem
- Department of Pharmacognosy and Natural Products, Faculty of Pharmacy, Menoufia University, Gamal Abd El Nasr st., Shibīn al-Kawm, 32511, Menoufia, Egypt.
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- Pharmacognosy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Kasr el Aini St., Cairo, 11562, Egypt
- Natural Products Discovery Core, Life Sciences Institute, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Menoufia University, Gamal Abd El Nasr st., Shebin El-Koum, 32511, Egypt
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- Genetic Engineering and Molecular Biology Division, Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Menoufia University, Shebin El-Kom, 32511, Menoufia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Egypt
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Kasr el Aini st., Cairo, 11562, Egypt
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Galala University, New Galala City, Suez, Egypt
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- Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ahram Canadian University, 6th of October City, Giza, 12566, Egypt
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- Natural Products Discovery Core, Life Sciences Institute, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
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- Pharmacognosy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Kasr el Aini St., Cairo, 11562, Egypt
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA), Giza, 12451, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Menoufia University, Gamal Abd El Nasr st., Shebin El-Koum, 32511, Egypt
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Paul CA, Kumar ER, Suryakanth J, El-Rehim AA. Structural, microstructural, vibrational, and thermal investigations of NiO nanoparticles for biomedical applications. CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL 2023; 49:27230-27246. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ceramint.2023.05.273] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
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Liu C, Dong S, Wang X, Xu H, Liu C, Yang X, Wu S, Jiang X, Kan M, Xu C. Research progress of polyphenols in nanoformulations for antibacterial application. Mater Today Bio 2023; 21:100729. [PMID: 37529216 PMCID: PMC10387615 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2023.100729] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2023] [Revised: 07/08/2023] [Accepted: 07/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/03/2023] Open
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Infectious disease is one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide, especially in low-income countries. The extensive use of antibiotics has led to an increase in antibiotic resistance, which poses a critical threat to human health globally. Natural products such as polyphenolic compounds and their derivatives have been shown the positive therapeutic effects in antibacterial therapy. However, the inherent physicochemical properties of polyphenolic compounds and their derivatives limit their pharmaceutical effects, such as short half-lives, chemical instability, low bioavailability, and poor water solubility. Nanoformulations have shown promising advantages in improving antibacterial activity by controlling the release of drugs and enhancing the bioavailability of polyphenols. In this review, we listed the classification and antibacterial mechanisms of the polyphenolic compounds. More importantly, the nanoformulations for the delivery of polyphenols as the antibacterial agent were summarized, including different types of nanoparticles (NPs) such as polymer-based NPs, metal-based NPs, lipid-based NPs, and nanoscaffolds such as nanogels, nanofibers, and nanoemulsions. At the same time, we also presented the potential biological applications of the nano-system to enhance the antibacterial ability of polyphenols, aiming to provide a new therapeutic perspective for the antibiotic-free treatment of infectious diseases.
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- Chang Liu
- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
- Department of Neurology and Neuroscience Center, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun, 130021, China
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Mohite P, Rahayu P, Munde S, Ade N, Chidrawar VR, Singh S, Jayeoye TJ, Prajapati BG, Bhattacharya S, Patel RJ. Chitosan-Based Hydrogel in the Management of Dermal Infections: A Review. Gels 2023; 9:594. [PMID: 37504473 PMCID: PMC10379151 DOI: 10.3390/gels9070594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2023] [Revised: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023] Open
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The main objective of this review is to provide a comprehensive overview of the current evidence regarding the use of chitosan-based hydrogels to manage skin infections. Chitosan, a naturally occurring polysaccharide derived from chitin, possesses inherent antimicrobial properties, making it a promising candidate for treating various dermal infections. This review follows a systematic approach to analyze relevant studies that have investigated the effectiveness of chitosan-based hydrogels in the context of dermal infections. By examining the available evidence, this review aims to evaluate these hydrogels' overall efficacy, safety, and potential applications for managing dermal infections. This review's primary focus is to gather and analyze data from different recent studies about chitosan-based hydrogels combating dermal infections; this includes assessing their ability to inhibit the growth of microorganisms and reduce infection-related symptoms. Furthermore, this review also considers the safety profile of chitosan-based hydrogels, examining any potential adverse effects associated with their use. This evaluation is crucial to ensure that these hydrogels can be safely utilized in the management of dermal infections without causing harm to patients. The review aims to provide healthcare professionals and researchers with a comprehensive understanding of the current evidence regarding the use of chitosan-based hydrogels for dermal infection management. The findings from this review can contribute to informed decision-making and the development of potential treatment strategies in this field.
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- Popat Mohite
- Department of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance, A.E.T.'s St. John Institute of Pharmacy and Research, Palghar 401404, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Pharmacy of Tanjung Karang State Health Polytechnic, Soekarno-Hatta, Bandar Lampung 35145, Lampung, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance, A.E.T.'s St. John Institute of Pharmacy and Research, Palghar 401404, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance, A.E.T.'s St. John Institute of Pharmacy and Research, Palghar 401404, Maharashtra, India
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- SVKM's NMIMS School of Pharmacy and Technology Management, Jadcharla 509301, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Shree S. K. Patel College of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Ganpat University, Mehsana 384012, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy and Technology Management, SVKM's NMIMS Deemed-to-be-University, Shirpur 425405, Maharashtra, India
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- Ramanbhai Patel College of Pharmacy, Charotar University of Science and Technology, Anand 388421, Gujarat, India
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Zahoor S, Tahir HM, Ali S, Ali A, Muzamil A, Murtaza Z, Zahoor N. Diabetic wound healing potential of silk sericin protein based hydrogels enriched with plant extracts. Int J Biol Macromol 2023:125184. [PMID: 37276909 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125184] [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: 04/30/2023] [Revised: 05/29/2023] [Accepted: 05/30/2023] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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The complications associated with diabetic wounds make their healing process prolonged. Hydrogels could be ideal wound dressings therefore present research was conducted to prepare silk sericin (an adhesive protein polymer) based hydrogels in combination with plant extracts and to evaluate its effectiveness against wound healing process in mice with alloxan induced diabetes. Excision wounds were formed via a biopsy puncture (6 mm). Experimental hydrogels were prepared and applied topically on the diabetic wounds. All the hydrogel treatment groups showed significantly higher (P < 0.001) percent wound contraction from day 3 to day 11 as compared to the negative diabetic control group. The serum level of anti-inflammatory cytokine (Interleukin-10) and tissue inhibitor metalloproteinase (TIMP) was significantly higher (P < 0.001), while the level of pro-inflammatory cytokines (tumor necrosis factor-α, Interleukin-6) and matrix metalloproteinases (MMP-2, MMP-9) was significantly lower (P < 0.001) in hydrogels treatment groups as compared to diabetic control group. Although all the hydrogels showed effective results, however the best results were shown by 4 % sericin+4 % banyan+4 % onion based hydrogel. It can be concluded that Sericin based hydrogel enriched with banyan and onion extracts can be used as an effective remedy for the treatment of diabetic wounds due to their high healing and regenerative properties.
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- Samia Zahoor
- Department of Zoology, Government College University Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Government College University Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Government College University Lahore, Pakistan.
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- Department of Zoology, Government College University Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Government College University Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, Government College University Lahore, Pakistan
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Mikhailidi A, Volf I, Belosinschi D, Tofanica BM, Ungureanu E. Cellulose-Based Metallogels-Part 1: Raw Materials and Preparation. Gels 2023; 9:gels9050390. [PMID: 37232982 DOI: 10.3390/gels9050390] [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: 03/01/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 05/05/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023] Open
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Metallogels are a class of materials produced by the complexation of polymer gels with metal ions that can form coordination bonds with the functional groups of the gel. Hydrogels with metal phases attract special attention due to the numerous possibilities for functionalization. Cellulose is preferable for the production of hydrogels from economic, ecological, physical, chemical, and biological points of view since it is inexpensive, renewable, versatile, non-toxic, reveals high mechanical and thermal stability, has a porous structure, an imposing number of reactive OH groups, and good biocompatibility. Due to the poor solubility of natural cellulose, the hydrogels are commonly produced from cellulose derivatives that require multiple chemical manipulations. However, there is a number of techniques of hydrogel preparation via dissolution and regeneration of non-derivatized cellulose of various origins. Thus, hydrogels can be produced from plant-derived cellulose, lignocellulose and cellulose wastes, including agricultural, food and paper wastes. The advantages and limitations of using solvents are discussed in this review with regard to the possibility of industrial scaling up. Metallogels are often formed on the basis of ready-made hydrogels, which is why the choice of an adequate solvent is important for obtaining desirable results. The methods of the preparation of cellulose metallogels with d-transition metals in the present state of the art are reviewed.
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- Aleksandra Mikhailidi
- Higher School of Printing and Media Technologies, St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design, 191186 St. Petersburg, Russia
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Environmental Protection, "Gheorghe Asachi" Technical University of Iasi, 73 Prof. Dr. Docent D. Mangeron Boulevard, 700050 Iasi, Romania
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- Département de Chimie-Biologie/Biologie Medicale, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Trois-Rivieres, QC G8Z 4M3, Canada
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Environmental Protection, "Gheorghe Asachi" Technical University of Iasi, 73 Prof. Dr. Docent D. Mangeron Boulevard, 700050 Iasi, Romania
- IF2000 Academic Foundation, 73 Prof. Dr. Docent D. Mangeron Boulevard, 700050 Iasi, Romania
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- Department of Exact Sciences, "Ion Ionescu de la Brad" University of Life Sciences Iasi, 3 Mihail Sadoveanu Alley, 700490 Iasi, Romania
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Sathiyaseelan A, Saravanakumar K, Zhang X, Naveen KV, Wang MH. Ampicillin-resistant bacterial pathogens targeted chitosan nano-drug delivery system (CS-AMP-P-ZnO) for combinational antibacterial treatment. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 237:124129. [PMID: 36958450 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.124129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2022] [Revised: 02/25/2023] [Accepted: 03/18/2023] [Indexed: 03/25/2023]
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Drug-resistant microorganisms are defeated using combinational drug delivery systems based on biopolymer chitosan (CS) and metal nanoparticles. Hence, PEGylated zinc oxide nanoparticles (P-ZnO NPs) decorated chitosan-based nanoparticles (CS NPs) were prepared to deliver ampicillin (AMP) for improved antibacterial activity. In comparison to ZnO NPs, P-ZnO NPs exhibit less aggregation and more stable rod morphologies in TEM. The size of the P-ZnO NPs decreased and was engulfed by the spherical CS-AMP NPs. The zeta potential of the CS-AMP-P-ZnO NPs was determined to be -32.93 mV and the hydrodynamic size to be 210.2 nm. Further, DEE and DLE of CS-AMP (2.0:0.2 w/w) showed 79.60 ± 2.62 % and 15.14 ± 2.11 %, respectively. The cumulative AMP release was observed at >50 % at 48 h at pH 5.4 and 7.4. Additionally, when compared to AMP, CS-AMP-P-ZnO NPs had better antibacterial activity against E. coli, due to the alternation of cell membrane permeability by CS and ZnO NPs. Moreover, the hemolytic properties of ZnO NPs were attenuated because of PEGylation and CS. Furthermore, due to the biocompatible effect of CS, CS-AMP-P-ZnO NPs did not exhibit toxicity on cells and chick embryos. Hence, this study concludes that CS-AMP-P-ZnO NPs could be a promising antibacterial agent.
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- Anbazhagan Sathiyaseelan
- Department of Bio-Health Convergence, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 200-701, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bio-Health Convergence, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 200-701, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bio-Health Convergence, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 200-701, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bio-Health Convergence, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 200-701, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bio-Health Convergence, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 200-701, Republic of Korea.
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Pino P, Bosco F, Mollea C, Onida B. Antimicrobial Nano-Zinc Oxide Biocomposites for Wound Healing Applications: A Review. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:pharmaceutics15030970. [PMID: 36986831 PMCID: PMC10053511 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15030970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2023] [Revised: 03/13/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2023] [Indexed: 03/19/2023] Open
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Chronic wounds are a major concern for global health, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. As their occurrence is correlated with age and age-related comorbidities, their incidence in the population is set to increase in the forthcoming years. This burden is further worsened by the rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), which causes wound infections that are increasingly hard to treat with current antibiotics. Antimicrobial bionanocomposites are an emerging class of materials that combine the biocompatibility and tissue-mimicking properties of biomacromolecules with the antimicrobial activity of metal or metal oxide nanoparticles. Among these nanostructured agents, zinc oxide (ZnO) is one of the most promising for its microbicidal effects and its anti-inflammatory properties, and as a source of essential zinc ions. This review analyses the most recent developments in the field of nano-ZnO–bionanocomposite (nZnO-BNC) materials—mainly in the form of films, but also hydrogel or electrospun bandages—from the different preparation techniques to their properties and antibacterial and wound-healing performances. The effect of nanostructured ZnO on the mechanical, water and gas barrier, swelling, optical, thermal, water affinity, and drug-release properties are examined and linked to the preparation methods. Antimicrobial assays over a wide range of bacterial strains are extensively surveyed, and wound-healing studies are finally considered to provide a comprehensive assessment framework. While early results are promising, a systematic and standardised testing procedure for the comparison of antibacterial properties is still lacking, partly because of a not-yet fully understood antimicrobial mechanism. This work, therefore, allowed, on one hand, the determination of the best strategies for the design, engineering, and application of n-ZnO-BNC, and, on the other hand, the identification of the current challenges and opportunities for future research.
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Quarternized chitosan/quercetin/polyacrylamide semi-interpenetrating network hydrogel with recoverability, toughness and antibacterial properties for wound healing. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 228:48-58. [PMID: 36521714 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.12.086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Revised: 12/02/2022] [Accepted: 12/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Antibiotic abuse has posed enormous burdens on patients and healthcare systems. Hence, the design and development of non-antibiotic wound dressings to meet clinical demand are urgently desired. However, there remains one of the impediments to hydrogel wound dressings that integrated with good recoverability, toughness, and excellent antibacterial properties. Herein, a series of semi-interpenetrating network (semi-IPN) hydrogels with exceptional mechanical performance and remarkable antibacterial activity based on quaternized chitosan (QCS) and polyacrylamide (PAM) were developed using a one-pot method. Additionally, the antibacterial activity of semi-IPN hydrogel against S. aureus and E. coli was enhanced by integrating it with quercetin (QT). The semi-IPN hydrogels also exhibited high recoverability and toughness, outstanding liquid absorbability (the swelling ratio reached 565 ± 12 %), and a satisfying water vapor transmission rate. Moreover, the semi-IPN hydrogels presented ideal hemocompatibility and cytocompatibility. These high-elastic hydrogels are promising candidates for potential applications in wound dressing, tissue repair, chronic wound care, as well as other biomedical fields.
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Kadhim MM, Taban TZ, Abdullaha SA, Alnasoud N, Hachim SK, Alomar S. Application of zinc oxide nano-tube as drug-delivery vehicles of anticancer drug. J Mol Model 2023; 29:47. [PMID: 36656400 DOI: 10.1007/s00894-022-05426-y] [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: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 12/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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CONTEXT Zinc oxide nano-tube (ZnONT) nano-structures, which possess chemical stability and non-toxicity in the human body, are considered promising for delivering different drugs. Within this work, we scrutinized the drug delivery capability of the ZnONT and its adsorptional properties as a drug delivery vehicle (DDV) for hydroxyurea (HU) as an anti-cancer drug through density functional theory along with the solvent impacts. Based on the optimized structures, it can be suggested that Zn atoms of ZnONT are the ideal sites on this nano-tube for the adsorption of HU. HU had a strong physical adsorption through the O atom of carbonyl groups onto the local pyramidal site of the ZnONT. At 1.96 Å and Ead of -39.28 kcal/mol, in the configuration which was favorable in terms of energy, there was an interaction between the O atoms of -C=O group of the drug and a Zn atom of the ZnONT. In order to scrutinize the excited state properties of the HU-ZnONT complex, we also examined the UV/Vis data of the HU/ZnONT interaction system. Following the adsorption of HU onto the surface of the ZnONT, there was a significant red-shift based on the maximum absorption wavelength, showing that the ZnONT is an ideal candidate for optic sensors in order to detect and monitor the drug molecule. HU could be released in the cancer tissues where pH was low based on the drug release mechanism. The current work thoroughly investigated the mechanism of interaction between the ZnONT and HU, showing that ZnONT can be used for the smart drug delivery of HU. Overall, the findings suggest that ZnONT could be used as an efficient drug-delivery system for the HU drug to treat various types of cancer. METHODS In this work we used B3LYP-gCP-D3 functional and the basis set LANL2DZ on the transition metal (Zn) and the basis set cc-pVDZ on the others. GAMESS software program was employed for performing the calculations. we performed analyses, including charge transport, molecular electrostatic potential surface (MEP), energetic, electronic, natural bond orbitals (NBOs), and structural optimizations.
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- Mustafa M Kadhim
- Medical Laboratory Techniques Department, Al-Farahidi University, Baghdad, 10022, Iraq.
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- Laser and Optoelectronics Engineering Department, Kut University College, Kut, Wasit, 52001, Iraq
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- College of Technical Engineering, The Islamic University, Najaf, Iraq.,Medical Laboratory Techniques Department, Al-Turath University College, Baghdad, Iraq
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- Independent Researcher, Baghdad, Iraq
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Zhang W, Chen S, Jiang W, Zhang Q, Liu N, Wang Z, Li Z, Zhang D. Double-network hydrogels for biomaterials: Structure-property relationships and drug delivery. Eur Polym J 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2022.111807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Wardhana YW, Aanisah N, Sopyan I, Hendriani R, Chaerunisaa AY. Gelling Power Alteration on Kappa-Carrageenan Dispersion through Esterification Method with Different Fatty Acid Saturation. Gels 2022; 8:752. [PMID: 36421574 PMCID: PMC9689426 DOI: 10.3390/gels8110752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2022] [Revised: 11/17/2022] [Accepted: 11/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2023] Open
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The physicochemical properties of κ-carrageenan gels and their ester forms derived from different fatty-acid saturations were characterized and compared with those of native κ-carrageenan. Furthermore, stearic and oleic acids were used as the saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, respectively. Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectra confirmed the introduction of the ester into the κ-carrageenan backbone. The thermogravimetric analysis showed that thermal stability increased along with the level of unsaturation, but there was a decrease in viscosity, hardness, and syneresis, which caused the consistency of the product to become more elastic. The results also showed that the ester form still has a swelling ability that is almost the same as that of κ-carrageenan. After being formulated into a gel dosage form, the product was successfully produced from the ester with unsaturated fatty acids, and it was more elastic than native κ-carrageenan and had good physical properties with spreadability that meets the requirements for topical preparations.
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- Yoga W. Wardhana
- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang 45363, Indonesia
- Dosage Form Development Research Center, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang 45363, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang 45363, Indonesia
- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Tadulako University, Palu 94118, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang 45363, Indonesia
- Dosage Form Development Research Center, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang 45363, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang 45363, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang 45363, Indonesia
- Dosage Form Development Research Center, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang 45363, Indonesia
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Caro C, Pourmadadi M, Eshaghi MM, Rahmani E, Shojaei S, Paiva-Santos AC, Rahdar A, Behzadmehr R, García-Martín ML, Díez-Pascual AM. Nanomaterials loaded with Quercetin as an advanced tool for cancer treatment. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2022.103938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Advancements in clinical translation of flavonoid nanoparticles for cancer treatment. OPENNANO 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.onano.2022.100074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Do NH, Truong QT, Le PK, Ha AC. Recent developments in chitosan hydrogels carrying natural bioactive compounds. Carbohydr Polym 2022; 294:119726. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.119726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2022] [Revised: 05/21/2022] [Accepted: 06/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Dadashi J, Ali Ghasemzadeh M, Alipour S, Zamani F. A review on catalytic reduction/degradation of organic pollution through silver-based hydrogels. ARAB J CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.arabjc.2022.104023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Paranthaman S, Uthaiah CA, Osmani RAM, Hani U, Ghazwani M, Alamri AH, Fatease AA, Madhunapantula SV, Gowda DV. Anti-Proliferative Potential of Quercetin Loaded Polymeric Mixed Micelles on Rat C6 and Human U87MG Glioma Cells. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:1643. [PMID: 36015268 PMCID: PMC9412540 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14081643] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Revised: 07/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Quercetin (Qu) is a natural flavonoid present in many commonly consumed food items and is also identified as a potential anticancer agent. The present study evaluates the Qu-loaded polymeric mixed micelles (Qu-PMMs) against C6 and U87MG glioma cell lines. The Box-Behnken Design (BBD) was employed to study the influence of independent variables such as Soluplus, Vitamin-E polyethyleneglycol-1000 succinate (E-TPGS), and poloxamer 407 concentrations on dependent variables including particle size (PS), polydispersity index (PDI), and percentage entrapment efficiency (%EE) of the prepared Qu-PMMs. The Qu-PMMs were further characterized by Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), and were assessed for in vitro drug release, effect on cell viability, migration, cellular uptake, and apoptosis assays. The PS, PDI, and % EE of the optimized PMMs were 107.16 ± 1.06 nm, 0.236 ± 0.053, and 77.46 ± 1.94%, respectively. The FTIR and XRD revealed that the Qu was completely entrapped inside the PMMs. The SEM analysis confirmed the spherical shape of micelles. The in vitro cell viability study showed that the Qu-PMMs had 1.7 times higher cytotoxicity against C6 and U87MG cells than Qu pure drug (Qu-PD). Furthermore, Qu-PMMs demonstrated superior cellular uptake, inhibited migration, and induced apoptosis when tested against C6 and U87MG cells than pure Qu. Thus, the polymeric mixed micelle (PMMs) enhanced the therapeutic effect of Qu and can be considered an effective therapeutic strategy to treat Glioma.
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- Sathishbabu Paranthaman
- Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru 570015, Karnataka, India
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- Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology and Regenerative Medicine (CEMR) Laboratory, (a DST-FIST Sponsored Centre), Department of Biochemistry (a DST-FIST Sponsored Department), JSS Medical College, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER), Mysuru 570015, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru 570015, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Guraiger, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Guraiger, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia
- Cancer Research Unit, King Khalid University, Guraiger, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Guraiger, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Guraiger, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia
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- Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology and Regenerative Medicine (CEMR) Laboratory, (a DST-FIST Sponsored Centre), Department of Biochemistry (a DST-FIST Sponsored Department), JSS Medical College, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER), Mysuru 570015, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru 570015, Karnataka, India
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Wang X, Hou X, Zou P, Zhang M, Ma L. Development of Cationic Cellulose-Modified Bentonite-Alginate Nanocomposite Gels for Sustained Release of Alachlor. ACS OMEGA 2022; 7:20032-20043. [PMID: 35722019 PMCID: PMC9202269 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c01805] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2022] [Accepted: 05/18/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The nanocomposite gel prepared from nanoclay and natural polysaccharides showed a good sustained-release property. Herein, a cationic cellulose-modified bentonite-alginate nanocomposite gel was prepared and used to enhance the sustained release of alachlor. The underlying effect and mechanism of the structure of modified bentonite-alginate nanocomposite gels on the release behavior of alachlor were explored by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and thermogravimetric (TG) analysis. The results showed that the release of alachlor from the nanocomposite gels was dominated by Fickian diffusion and closely related to the adsorption capacity and permeability of the matrix. The cationic cellulose intercalated into the interlayer space of bentonite through an ion exchange reaction, which significantly enhanced the hydrophobicity of bentonite and its interaction with alachlor. The stacking aggregation of bentonite nanoplatelets and permeability of the gel network were decreased through the electrostatic interaction between cationic cellulose and alginate molecular chains, thus remarkably enhancing the sustained-release property of the nanocomposite gel. The release kinetics revealed that the release rate of alachlor from the nanocomposite gel first decreased and then increased as the content of bentonite and modified bentonite gradually increased. Also, the best sustained-release property of the nanocomposite gel was obtained at bentonite and modified bentonite additions of about 10%, under which the release time of 50% alachlor (T 50) from bentonite-alginate and modified bentonite-alginate nanocomposite gels was 4.4 and 5.6 times longer than the release time from pure alginate gels, respectively.
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Modern Dressings in Prevention and Therapy of Acute and Chronic Radiation Dermatitis—A Literature Review. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14061204. [PMID: 35745777 PMCID: PMC9229675 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14061204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2022] [Revised: 06/02/2022] [Accepted: 06/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Radiotherapy is an integral part of modern oncology, applied to more than half of all patients diagnosed with cancer. It can be used alone or in combination with surgery or chemotherapy. However, despite the high precision of radiation delivery, irradiation may affect surrounding healthy tissues leading to the development of toxicity. The most common and clinically significant toxicity of radiotherapy is acute and chronic radiation dermatitis, which could result in desquamation, wounds, nonhealing ulcers, and radionecrosis. Moreover, preoperative radiotherapy impairs wound healing after surgery and may lead to severe wound complications. In this review, we comprehensively discuss available types of dressings used in the management of acute and chronic radiation dermatitis and address their efficacy. The most effective ways of preventing acute radiation dermatitis are film dressings, whereas foam dressings were found effective in its treatment. Data regarding dressings in chronic radiation dermatitis are scarce. This manuscript also contains authors’ consensus.
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Khursheed R, Dua K, Vishwas S, Gulati M, Jha NK, Aldhafeeri GM, Alanazi FG, Goh BH, Gupta G, Paudel KR, Hansbro PM, Chellappan DK, Singh SK. Biomedical applications of metallic nanoparticles in cancer: Current status and future perspectives. Pharmacotherapy 2022; 150:112951. [PMID: 35447546 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2022.112951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2022] [Revised: 04/05/2022] [Accepted: 04/08/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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The current advancements in nanotechnology are as an outcome of the development of engineered nanoparticles. Various metallic nanoparticles have been extensively explored for various biomedical applications. They attract lot of attention in biomedical field due to their significant inert nature, and nanoscale structures, with size similar to many biological molecules. Their intrinsic characteristics which include electronic, optical, physicochemical and, surface plasmon resonance, that can be changed by altering certain particle characteristics such as size, shape, environment, aspect ratio, ease of synthesis and functionalization properties have led to numerous applications in various fields of biomedicine. These include targeted drug delivery, sensing, photothermal and photodynamic therapy, imaging, as well as the modulation of two or three applications. The current article also discusses about the various properties of metallic nanoparticles and their applications in cancer imaging and therapeutics. The associated bottlenecks related to their clinical translation are also discussed.
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- Rubiya Khursheed
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab 144411, India
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- Discipline of Pharmacy, Graduate School of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Australia; Faculty of Health, Australian Research Centre in Complementary and Integrative Medicine, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab 144411, India
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab 144411, India; Faculty of Health, Australian Research Centre in Complementary and Integrative Medicine, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Engineering & Technology (SET), Sharda University, Plot No.32-34 Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201310, India
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- Lemon Pharmacies, Eastern region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Hafr Al Batin 39957, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, Jalan Lagoon Selatan, 47500 Bandar Sunway, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia; College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Mahal Road, Jagatpura, Jaipur, India; Department of Pharmacology, Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, India; Uttaranchal Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun 248007, India
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- Centre of Inflammation, Centenary Institute and University of Technology Sydney, Faculty of Science, School of Life Sciences, Sydney 2007, Australia
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- Centre of Inflammation, Centenary Institute and University of Technology Sydney, Faculty of Science, School of Life Sciences, Sydney 2007, Australia.
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- Department of Life Sciences, School of Pharmacy, International Medical University, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab 144411, India; Faculty of Health, Australian Research Centre in Complementary and Integrative Medicine, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia.
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Wang X, Hou X, Zou P, Zhang M, Ma L. Facile construction of cationic lignin modified bentonite
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alginate nanocomposite gel for sustained release of alachlor. J Appl Polym Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/app.52659] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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- Xiaocheng Wang
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Guangxi University Nanning China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Guangxi University Nanning China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Guangxi University Nanning China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Guangxi University Nanning China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Guangxi University Nanning China
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Rajendran K, Karthikeyan A, Krishnan UM. Emerging trends in nano-bioactive-mediated mitochondria-targeted therapeutic stratagems using polysaccharides, proteins and lipidic carriers. Int J Biol Macromol 2022; 208:627-641. [PMID: 35341885 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.03.121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2021] [Revised: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 03/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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The emergence of new lifestyle disorders and pharmaco-resistant variants of diseases has necessitated the search for effective therapeutic moieties and approaches that could overcome the limitations in the existing treatment modalities. In this context, bioactives such as flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins, terpenoids and alkaloids have demonstrated promise in therapy owing to their ability to scavenge free radicals and modulate the mitochondrial function as well as regulate metabolic pathways. However, their clinical applicability is low owing to their poor bioavailability and aqueous solubility. The encapsulation of bioactives in nanodimensional particles has overcome these limitations to a large extent while simultaneously conferring additional advantages of improved circulation time, enhanced cell uptake and target specific release. A wide range of nanocarriers derived from biopolymers such as polysaccharides, lipids and proteins, have been explored for encapsulation of different bioactives and have reported significant improvement of the bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy of the encapsulated cargo. However, incorporation of cell-specific and mitochondria-specific elements on the nanocarriers has been relatively less explored. This review summarizes some of the recent attempts to treat different disorders using bioactives encapsulated in biopolymer nanostructures and few instances of mitochondria-specific delivery.
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- Kayalvizhi Rajendran
- Centre for Nanotechnology & Advanced Biomaterials (CeNTAB), SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur 613 401, India; School of Chemical and Biotechnology, SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur 613 401, India
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- Centre for Nanotechnology & Advanced Biomaterials (CeNTAB), SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur 613 401, India; School of Chemical and Biotechnology, SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur 613 401, India
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- Centre for Nanotechnology & Advanced Biomaterials (CeNTAB), SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur 613 401, India; School of Chemical and Biotechnology, SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur 613 401, India; School of Arts, Sciences, Humanities & Education, SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur 613 401, India.
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Zhao X, Deng Y, Xue X, Liao L, Zhou M, Peng C, Li Y. Research Progress of Quercetin Delivery Systems. Curr Pharm Des 2022; 28:727-742. [PMID: 35301946 DOI: 10.2174/1381612828666220317141923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2021] [Accepted: 01/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Quercetin is the main dietary flavonoid with a wide range of pharmacological activities. However, the poor gastrointestinal absorption and low bioavailability of quercetin curtails its clinical applications.. Enhancement the bioavailability of quercetin focuses on the application of delivery systems technologies such as microparticle delivery systems, solid dispersions, encapsulation, phospholipid complexes, and hydrogels , which have been systematically reviewed .And theirapplications in vitro and in vivo animal experiments also been described, promoting the development and optimization of drug delivery system for clinical applications.
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- Xingtao Zhao
- School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China
- Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 611137, China
- National Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Systematic Research, Development and Utilization of Chinese Medicine Resources
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- School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China
- Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 611137, China
- National Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Systematic Research, Development and Utilization of Chinese Medicine Resources
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- School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China
- Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 611137, China
- National Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Systematic Research, Development and Utilization of Chinese Medicine Resources
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- School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China
- Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 611137, China
- National Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Systematic Research, Development and Utilization of Chinese Medicine Resources
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- School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China
- Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 611137, China
- National Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Systematic Research, Development and Utilization of Chinese Medicine Resources
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- School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China
- Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 611137, China
- National Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Systematic Research, Development and Utilization of Chinese Medicine Resources
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- School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China
- Key Laboratory of Standardization for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 611137, China
- National Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Systematic Research, Development and Utilization of Chinese Medicine Resources
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Saputra OA, Apriansyah F, Puspitasari MP, Hanifah S, Prakoso A, Wibowo FR. Antioxidant activity and
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magnetically porous cellulose. J Appl Polym Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/app.51744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Ozi Adi Saputra
- Master Program of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta Indonesia
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta Indonesia
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta Indonesia
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta Indonesia
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta Indonesia
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta Indonesia
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Ghanbari-Movahed M, Mondal A, Farzaei MH, Bishayee A. Quercetin- and rutin-based nano-formulations for cancer treatment: A systematic review of improved efficacy and molecular mechanisms. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2022; 97:153909. [PMID: 35092896 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2021.153909] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2021] [Revised: 12/11/2021] [Accepted: 12/21/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Natural products, with incredible chemical diversity, have been widely studied for their antitumor potential. Quercetin (QU) and quercetin glycoside (rutin), both polyphenolic flavonoids, stick out amongst the natural products, through various studies. Rutin (RU) and its aglycone (QU) have various biological properties that include antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticarcinogenic activities. However, several side effects have restricted the efficacy of these polyphenolic flavonoids, which makes it necessary to use new strategies involving low and pharmacological doses of QU and RU, either alone or in combination with other anticancer drugs. PURPOSE The aim of this study is to present a comprehensive and critical evaluation of the anticancer ability of different nano-formulations of RU and QU for improved treatment of various malignancies. METHODS Studies were recognized via systematic searches of ScienceDirect, PubMed, and Scopus databases. Eligibility checks were conducted based upon predefined selection criteria. Ninety articles were included in this study. RESULTS There was conclusive evidence for the association between anticancer activity and treatment with RU or QU. Furthermore, studies indicated that nano-formulations of RU and QU have greater anticancer activities in comparison to either agent alone, which leads to increased efficiency for treating cancer. CONCLUSION The results of this systematic review demonstrate the anticancer activities of nano-formulations of RU and QU and their molecular mechanisms through preclinical studies. This paper also attempts to contribute to further research by addressing the current limitations/challenges and proposing additional studies to realize the full potential of RU- and QU-based formulations for cancer treatment.
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- Maryam Ghanbari-Movahed
- Medical Technology Research Center, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah 6718874414, Iran; Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Guilan, Rasht 4193833697, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Bengal College of Pharmaceutical Technology, Dubrajpur 731 123, India
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- Medical Technology Research Center, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah 6718874414, Iran.
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, FL 34211, United States.
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Sagar NA, Pareek S, Benkeblia N, Xiao J. Onion (
Allium cepa
L.) bioactives: Chemistry, pharmacotherapeutic functions, and industrial applications. FOOD FRONTIERS 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/fft2.135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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- Narashans Alok Sagar
- Department of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management Kundli Sonepat Haryana India
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- Department of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management Kundli Sonepat Haryana India
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- Department of Life Sciences/The Biotechnology Centre The University of the West Indies Kingston Jamaica
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- Nutrition and Bromatology Group Department of Analytical and Food Chemistry Faculty of Sciences Universidade de Vigo Ourense Spain
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Dadashi J, Ghasemzadeh MA, Salavati-Niasari M. Recent developments in hydrogels containing copper and palladium for the catalytic reduction/degradation of organic pollutants. RSC Adv 2022; 12:23481-23502. [PMID: 36090397 PMCID: PMC9386442 DOI: 10.1039/d2ra03418b] [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: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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The elimination of toxic and hazardous contaminants from different environmental media has become a global challenge, causing researchers to focus on the treatment of pollutants. Accordingly, the elimination of inorganic and organic pollutants using sustainable, effective, and low-cost heterogeneous catalysts is considered as one of the most essential routes for this aim. Thus, many efforts have been devoted to the synthesis of novel compounds and improving their catalytic performance. Recently, palladium- and copper-based hydrogels have been used as catalysts for reduction, degradation, and decomposition reactions because they have significant features such as high mechanical strength, thermal stability, and high surface area. Herein, we summarize the progress achieved in this field, including the various methods for the synthesis of copper- and palladium-based hydrogel catalysts and their applications for environmental remediation. Moreover, palladium- and copper-based hydrogel catalysts, which have certain advantages, including high catalytic ability, reusability, easy work-up, and simple synthesis, are proposed as a new group of effective catalysts. The elimination of toxic and hazardous contaminants from different environmental media has become a global challenge, causing researchers to focus on the treatment of pollutants.![]()
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- Jaber Dadashi
- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran
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Mishra D, Khare P, Singh DK, Yadav V, Luqman S, Kumar PA, Shanker K. Synthesis of Ocimum extract encapsulated cellulose nanofiber/chitosan composite for improved antioxidant and antibacterial activities. CARBOHYDRATE POLYMER TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carpta.2021.100152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Iyer A, Jyothi VGSS, Agrawal A, Khatri DK, Srivastava S, Singh SB, Madan J. Does skin permeation kinetics influence efficacy of topical dermal drug delivery system?: Assessment, prediction, utilization, and integration of chitosan biomacromolecule for augmenting topical dermal drug delivery in skin. J Adv Pharm Technol Res 2021; 12:345-355. [PMID: 34820308 PMCID: PMC8588922 DOI: 10.4103/japtr.japtr_82_21] [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: 04/04/2021] [Revised: 06/28/2021] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Skin permeation is an integral part of penetration of topical therapeutics. Zero order in addition to Higuchi permeation kinetic is usually preferred in topical drug delivery cargo. Penetration of therapeutic entities through epidermal barrier is a major challenge for scientific fraternity. Furthermore, penetration of therapeutic entities determines the transportation and ultimately therapeutic efficacy of topical dermal dosage forms. Apart from experimentation models, mathematical equations, in silico docking, molecular dynamics (MDs), and artificial neural network (Neural) techniques are being used to assess free energies and prediction of electrostatic attractions in order to predict the permeation phenomena of therapeutic entities. Therefore, in the present review, we have summarized the significance of kinetic equations, in silico docking, MDs, and ANN in assessing and predicting the penetration behavior of topical therapeutics through dermal dosage form. In addition, the role of chitosan biomacromolecule in modulating permeation of topical therapeutics in skin has also been illustrated using computational techniques.
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- Akshaya Iyer
- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Biological Science, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Biological Science, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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Ghauri ZH, Islam A, Qadir MA, Gull N, Haider B, Khan RU, Riaz T. Development and evaluation of pH-sensitive biodegradable ternary blended hydrogel films (chitosan/guar gum/PVP) for drug delivery application. Sci Rep 2021; 11:21255. [PMID: 34711866 PMCID: PMC8553746 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-00452-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2020] [Accepted: 09/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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pH responsive hydrogels have gained much attraction in biomedical fields. We have formulated ternary hydrogel films as a new carrier of drug. Polyelectrolyte complex of chitosan/guar gum/polyvinyl pyrrolidone cross-linked via sodium tripolyphosphate was developed by solution casting method. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy and thermogravimetric analysis were conducted to examine the interactions between the polymeric chains, surface morphology and thermal stability, respectively. The swelling tests resulted that the swelling was reduced with the increase in the concentration of crosslinker due to the more entangled arrangement and less availability of pores in hydrogels. Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride was used as a model drug and its release in simulated gastric fluid, simulated intestinal fluid and phosphate buffer saline solution was studied. pH responsive behaviour of the hydrogels have subjected these hydrogels for drug release applications.
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- Zunaira Huma Ghauri
- Institute of Polymer and Textile Engineering, University of the Punjab, Lahore, 54590, Pakistan
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- Institute of Polymer and Textile Engineering, University of the Punjab, Lahore, 54590, Pakistan.
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- Institute of Polymer and Textile Engineering, University of the Punjab, Lahore, 54590, Pakistan
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- Institute of Chemical Engineering and Technology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, 54590, Pakistan
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- Institute of Polymer and Textile Engineering, University of the Punjab, Lahore, 54590, Pakistan
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- Institute of Polymer and Textile Engineering, University of the Punjab, Lahore, 54590, Pakistan
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Preparation and characterization of chitosan-based antioxidant composite films containing onion skin ethanolic extracts. JOURNAL OF FOOD MEASUREMENT AND CHARACTERIZATION 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s11694-021-01187-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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