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Mathew MM, M G, Unnikrishnan G. Facile preparation and characterization of biodegradable and biocompatible UV shielding transdermal patches based on natural rubber latex- dextrin blends. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 277:134183. [PMID: 39112113 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2024] [Revised: 07/23/2024] [Accepted: 07/25/2024] [Indexed: 08/23/2024]
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The physico-chemical and biological properties of natural rubber latex (NRL), entailing its biodegradability and biocompatibility, render it a promising material for various biomedical applications. This research explores the facile blending of NRL with dextrin in different compositions to investigate its potential as a prospective UV shielding transdermal patch for biomedical applications. The superior compatibility between the polymers after blending and the improved thermal stability have been established through FTIR, DSC, and TGA examinations, respectively. Optimization of blended polymers for compatibility, wettability, crystallinity, and static mechanical properties has been performed. Morphology characterization conducted via SEM and AFM techniques suggests a uniform morphology for the optimized blend system. The UV shielding ability of the blend has been confirmed by the evaluation of in-vitro UV shielding performance, UV protection factor (UPF), and the superior protection of the optimized system on living cells upon UV irradiation. The observed cell viability, swelling, erosion, porosity, hemocompatibility, and soil degradation properties suggest the NRL-DXT combination for the possible development of high-quality transdermal patches.
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- National Institute of Technology Calicut, Calicut P.O 673601, India
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- National Institute of Technology Calicut, Calicut P.O 673601, India.
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Zhang Z, Zhao X, Song Z, Wang L, Gao J. Electrospun collagen/chitosan composite fibrous membranes for accelerating wound healing. Biomed Mater 2024; 19:055024. [PMID: 39025112 DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/ad6545] [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: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 07/18/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024]
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The protein-polysaccharide nanofibers have attracted intensive attention in promoting wound healing, due to their components and nanoscale fibrous structure that mimics the native extracellular matrix (ECM). For the full-thickness wounds, in addition to promoting healing, hemostatic property and antibacterial activity are also of critical importance. However, currently, protein-polysaccharide-based nanofiber membranes exhibit poor mechanical properties, lack inherent hemostatic and antibacterial capabilities, as well as the ability to promote tissue repair. In this study, we developed composited membranes, which were composed of collagen (Col) and chitosan (Chs), through solvent alteration and post-processing, the membranes showed enhanced stability under physiological conditions, proper hydrophilic performance and improved mechanical property. Appropriated porosity and water vapor transmission rate, which benefit to wound healing, were detected among all the membranes except for Col membrane. Aimed at wound dressing, hemocompatibility, antibacterial activity and cell proliferation of the electrospun membranes were evaluated. The results indicated that the Col/Chs composited membranes exhibited superior blood clotting capacity, and the membranes with Chs exceeding 60% possessed sufficient antibacterial activity. Moreover, compared with Chs nanofibers, significant increase in cell grow was detected in Col/Chs (1:3) membrane. Taken together, the electrospun membrane with multiple properties favorable to wound healing, superior blood coagulation, sufficient antibacterial performance and promoting cell proliferation property make it favorable candidate for full-thickness skin wound healing.
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- Zhan Zhang
- Shanghai Frontiers Science Center of Advanced Textiles, College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, People's Republic of China
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- Shanghai Frontiers Science Center of Advanced Textiles, College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, People's Republic of China
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- Shanghai Frontiers Science Center of Advanced Textiles, College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, People's Republic of China
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- Shanghai Frontiers Science Center of Advanced Textiles, College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, People's Republic of China
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- Shanghai Frontiers Science Center of Advanced Textiles, College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, People's Republic of China
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Marques PAC, Guerra NB, Dos Santos LS, Mussagy CU, Pegorin Brasil GS, Burd BS, Su Y, da Silva Sasaki JC, Scontri M, de Lima Lopes Filho PE, Silva GR, Miranda MCR, Ferreira ES, Primo FL, Fernandes MA, Crotti AEM, He S, Forster S, Ma C, de Barros NR, de Mendonça RJ, Jucaud V, Li B, Herculano RD, Floriano JF. Natural rubber latex-based biomaterials for drug delivery and regenerative medicine: Trends and directions. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 267:131666. [PMID: 38636755 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131666] [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: 01/19/2024] [Revised: 03/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/20/2024]
Abstract
Natural Rubber Latex (NRL) has shown to be a promising biomaterial for use as a drug delivery system to release various bioactive compounds. It is cost-effective, easy to handle, biocompatible, and exhibits pro-angiogenic and pro-healing properties for both soft and hard tissues. NRL releases compounds following burst and sustained release kinetics, exhibiting first-order release kinetics. Moreover, its pore density can be adjusted for tailored kinetics profiles. In addition, biotechnological applications of NRL in amblyopia, smart mattresses, and neovaginoplasty have demonstrated success. This comprehensive review explores NRL's diverse applications in biotechnology and biomedicine, addressing challenges in translating research into clinical practice. Organized into eight sections, the review emphasizes NRL's potential in wound healing, drug delivery, and metallic nanoparticle synthesis. It also addresses the challenges in enhancing NRL's physical properties and discusses its interactions with the human immune system. Furthermore, examines NRL's potential in creating wearable medical devices and biosensors for neurological disorders. To fully explore NRL's potential in addressing important medical conditions, we emphasize throughout this review the importance of interdisciplinary research and collaboration. In conclusion, this review advances our understanding of NRL's role in biomedical and biotechnological applications, offering insights into its diverse applications and promising opportunities for future development.
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- Paulo Augusto Chagas Marques
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Federal University of São Carlos, Rodovia Washington Luís, km 235, 13560-970 Sao Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Letters at Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, 3900 Bandeirantes Avenue, 14.040-901 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Escuela de Agronomía, Facultad de Ciencias Agronómicas y de los Alimentos, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Chile
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; São Paulo State University (UNESP), Post-Graduate Program in Biotechnology, Institute of Chemistry, 14800-903 Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; São Paulo State University (UNESP), Post-Graduate Program in Biotechnology, Institute of Chemistry, 14800-903 Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; São Paulo State University (UNESP), Post-Graduate Program in Biotechnology, Institute of Chemistry, 14800-903 Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology of Minas Gerais, s/n São Luiz Gonzaga Street, 35577-010 Formiga, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Institute of Environmental, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Rua Prof. Artur Riedel, 275, 09972-270 Diadema, SP, Brazil
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- State University of Feira de Santana (UEFS), Department of Physics, s/n Transnordestina Highway, 44036-900 Feira de Santana, BA, Brazil
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- Bionanomaterials and Bioengineering Group, Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocesses Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, 14800-903, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Bionanomaterials and Bioengineering Group, Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocesses Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, 14800-903, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Letters at Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, 3900 Bandeirantes Avenue, 14.040-901 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology, Federal University of Triângulo Mineiro (UFTM), Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA.
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- School of Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), 17033-360 Bauru, SP, Brazil; Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College London, SW7 2AZ London, UK.
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Elhabal SF, Abdelaal N, Saeed Al-Zuhairy SAK, Elrefai MFM, Elsaid Hamdan AM, Khalifa MM, Hababeh S, Khasawneh MA, Khamis GM, Nelson J, Mohie PM, Gad RA, Rizk A, Kabil SL, El-Ashery MK, Jasti BR, Elzohairy NA, Elnawawy T, Hassan FE, El- Nabarawi MA. Green Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles from Althaea officinalis Flower Extract Coated with Chitosan for Potential Healing Effects on Diabetic Wounds by Inhibiting TNF-α and IL-6/IL-1β Signaling Pathways. Int J Nanomedicine 2024; 19:3045-3070. [PMID: 38559447 PMCID: PMC10981898 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s455270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
Abstract
Background Diabetes Mellitus is a multisystem chronic pandemic, wound inflammation, and healing are still major issues for diabetic patients who may suffer from ulcers, gangrene, and other wounds from uncontrolled chronic hyperglycemia. Marshmallows or Althaea officinalis (A.O.) contain bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and phenolics that support wound healing via antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties. Our study aimed to develop a combination of eco-friendly formulations of green synthesis of ZnO-NPs by Althaea officinalis extract and further incorporate them into 2% chitosan (CS) gel. Method and Results First, develop eco-friendly green Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) and incorporate them into a 2% chitosan (CS) gel. In-vitro study performed by UV-visible spectrum analysis showed a sharp peak at 390 nm, and Energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectrometry showed a peak of zinc and oxygen. Besides, Fourier transforms infrared (FTIR) was used to qualitatively validate biosynthesized ZnO-NPs, and transmission electron microscope (TEM) showed spherical nanoparticles with mean sizes of 76 nm and Zeta potential +30mV. The antibacterial potential of A.O.-ZnO-NPs-Cs was examined by the diffusion agar method against Gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus and Bacillus subtilis) and Gram-negative bacteria (Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa). Based on the zone of inhibition and minimal inhibitory indices (MIC). In addition, an in-silico study investigated the binding affinity of A.O. major components to the expected biological targets that may aid wound healing. Althaea Officinalis, A.O-ZnO-NPs group showed reduced downregulation of IL-6, IL-1β, and TNF-α and increased IL-10 levels compared to the control group signaling pathway expression levels confirming the improved anti-inflammatory effect of the self-assembly method. In-vivo study and histopathological analysis revealed the superiority of the nanoparticles in reducing signs of inflammation and wound incision in rat models. Conclusion These biocompatible green zinc oxide nanoparticles, by using Althaea Officinalis chitosan gel ensure an excellent new therapeutic approach for quickening diabetic wound healing.
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- Sammar Fathy Elhabal
- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Modern University for Technology and Information (MTI), Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Integrative Physiology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Anatomy, Histology, Physiology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, The Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan
- Department of Anatomy and Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Nahda University, Beni-Suef, Egypt
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Nahda University, Beni-Suef, Egypt
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- Food Science and Technology Department, Faculty of Agricultural, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
- Medicinal Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Salman International University, Ras-Sedr, South Sinai, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Medicinal Chemistry, Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy, University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA, USA
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- Air Force Specialized Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Modern University for Technology and Information (MTI), Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Egyptian Drug Authority, Cairo, Egypt
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- Medical Physiology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
- General Medicine Practice Program, Department of Physiology, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Elhabal SF, Abdelaal N, Al-Zuhairy SAS, Mohamed Elrefai MF, Khalifa MM, Khasawneh MA, Elsaid Hamdan AM, Mohie PM, Gad RA, Kabil SL, El-Ashery MK, Jasti BR, Elzohairy NA, Elfar N, Elnawawy T, Hassan FE, El-Nabarawi MA. Revolutionizing Psoriasis Topical Treatment: Enhanced Efficacy Through Ceramide/Phospholipid Composite Cerosomes Co-Delivery of Cyclosporine and Dithranol: In-Vitro, Ex-Vivo, and in-Vivo Studies. Int J Nanomedicine 2024; 19:1163-1187. [PMID: 38344440 PMCID: PMC10859058 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s443812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/28/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
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Purpose Improving the treatment of psoriasis is a serious challenge today. Psoriasis is an immune-mediated skin condition affecting 125 million people worldwide. It is commonly treated with cyclosporine-A (CsA) and dithranol (DTH). CsA suppresses the activation of T-cells, immune cells involved in forming psoriatic lesions. Meanwhile, DTH is a potent anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative drug that effectively reduces the severity of psoriasis symptoms such as redness, scaling, and skin thickness. CsA and DTH belong to BCS class II with limited oral bioavailability. We aim to develop a drug delivery system for topical co-delivery of CsA and DTH, exploring its therapeutic potential. Methods Firstly, we developed a niosomal drug delivery system based on ceramide IIIB to form Cerosomes. Cerosomes were prepared from a mixture of Ceramide, hyaluronic acid, and edge activator using a thin-film hydration technique. To co-deliver CsA and DTH topically for the treatment of psoriasis. These two hydrophobic drugs encapsulated into our synthesized positively charged particle cerosomes. Results Cerosomes had an average particle size of (222.36 nm± 0.36), polydispersity index of (0.415±0.04), Entrapment Efficiency of (96.91%± 0.56), and zeta potential of (29.36±0.38mV) for selected formula. In vitro, In silico, in vivo, permeation, and histopathology experiments have shown that cerosomes enhanced the skin penetration of both hydrophobic drugs by 66.7% compared to the CsA/DTH solution. Imiquimod (IMQ) induced psoriatic mice model was topically treated with our CsA/DTH cerosomes. We found that our formulation enhances the skin penetration of both drugs and reduces psoriasis area and severity index (PASI score) by 2.73 times and 42.85%, respectively, compared to the CsA/DTH solution. Moreover, it reduces the levels of proinflammatory cytokines, TNF-α, IL-10, and IL-6 compared to CsA/DTH solution administration. Conclusion The Cerosomes nano-vesicle-containing CsA/DTH represents a more promising topical treatment for psoriasis, giving new hope to individuals with psoriasis, compared to commercial and other conventional alternatives.
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- Sammar Fathy Elhabal
- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Modern University for Technology and Information (MTI), Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Integrative Physiology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Anatomy, Histology, Physiology, and Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, The Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan
- Department of Anatomy and Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Nahda University, Beni-Suef, Egypt
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
- Medicinal Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Salman International University, Ras-Sedr, South Sinai, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Medicinal Chemistry, Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA, USA
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- Air Force Specialized Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Modern University for Technology and Information (MTI), Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Horus University, New Demiette, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Egyptian Drug Authority, Cairo, Egypt
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- Medical Physiology Department, Kasr Alainy, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
- General Medicine Practice Program, Department of Physiology, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Morais PCR, Floriano JF, Garcia CGP, Chagas ALD, Mussagy CU, Guerra NB, Sant'Ana Pegorin Brasil G, Vicentine KFD, Rocha LB, Oliveira CJF, Soares de Oliveira Junior RT, Caetano GF, Li B, Dos Santos LS, Herculano RD, de Mendonça RJ. Comparing the wound healing potential of natural rubber latex serum and F1-protein: An in vivo approach. BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES 2024; 157:213754. [PMID: 38211507 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2023.213754] [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: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/24/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024]
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Chronic wounds pose significant health concerns. Current treatment options include natural compounds like natural rubber latex (NRL) from Hevea brasiliensis. NRL, particularly the F1 protein fraction, has demonstrated bioactivity, biocompatibility, and angiogenic effects. So far, there is no study comparing F1 protein with total NRL serum, and the necessity of downstream processing remains unknown. Here, we evaluated the angiogenic potential of F1 protein compared to total NRL serum and the need for downstream processing. For that, ion exchange chromatography (DEAE-Sepharose), antioxidant activity, physicochemical characterization, cell culture in McCoy fibroblasts, and wound healing in Balb-C mice were performed. Also, the evaluation of histology and collagen content and the levels of inflammatory mediators were quantified. McCoy fibroblast cell assay showed that F1 protein (0.01 %) and total NRL serum (0.01 %) significantly increased cell proliferation by 47.1 ± 11.3 % and 25.5 ± 2.5 %, respectively. However, the AA of F1 protein (78.9 ± 0.8 %) did not show a significant difference compared to NRL serum (77.0 ± 1.1 %). F1 protein and NRL serum were more effective in wound management in rodents. Histopathological analysis confirmed accelerated healing and advanced tissue repair. Similarly, the F1 protein (0.01 %) increased collagen, showing that this fraction can stimulate the synthesis of collagen by fibroblastic cells. Regarding cytokines production (IL-10, TNF-α, IFN-γ), F1 protein and NRL serum did not exert an impact on the synthesis of these cytokines. Furthermore, we did not observe statistically significant changes in dosages of enzymes (MPO and EPO) among the groups. Nevertheless, Nitric Oxide dosage was reduced drastically when the F1 protein (0.01 %) protein was applied topically. These findings contribute to the understanding of F1 protein and NRL serum properties and provide insights into cost-effectiveness and practical applications in medicine and biotechnology. Therefore, further research is needed to assess the economic feasibility of downstream processing for NRL-based herbal medicine derived from Hevea brasiliensis.
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- Pamela Cássia Rocha Morais
- Department of Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology, Federal University of Triangulo Mineiro (UFTM), Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu Medical School, Botucatu, São Paulo 18.618-687, Brazil; National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College London, London, UK; Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil; Science Faculty, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Bauru, São Paulo 17033-360, Brazil.
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology, Federal University of Triangulo Mineiro (UFTM), Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil; Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Escuela de Agronomía, Facultad de Ciencias Agronómicas y de los Alimentos, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Chile
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil; Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology, Genetics and Evolution, Federal University of Triangulo Mineiro (UFTM), Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Parasitology, Federal University of Triangulo Mineiro (UFTM), Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Graduate Program of Orthodontics, University Center of Hermínio Ometto Foundation (FHO), Araras, SP, Brazil; Division of Dermatology, Department of Internal Medicine, University of São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto Medical School, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Languages at Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo (USP), 3900 Bandeirantes Avenue, 14.040-901 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil; Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology, Federal University of Triangulo Mineiro (UFTM), Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
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Abdalla G, Mussagy CU, Sant'Ana Pegorin Brasil G, Scontri M, da Silva Sasaki JC, Su Y, Bebber C, Rocha RR, de Sousa Abreu AP, Goncalves RP, Burd BS, Pacheco MF, Romeira KM, Picheli FP, Guerra NB, Farhadi N, Floriano JF, Forster S, He S, Nguyen HT, Peirsman A, Tirpáková Z, Huang S, Dokmeci MR, Ferreira ES, Dos Santos LS, Piazza RD, Marques RFC, Goméz A, Jucaud V, Li B, de Azeredo HMC, Herculano RD. Eco-sustainable coatings based on chitosan, pectin, and lemon essential oil nanoemulsion and their effect on strawberry preservation. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 249:126016. [PMID: 37516224 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126016] [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: 05/08/2023] [Revised: 07/16/2023] [Accepted: 07/25/2023] [Indexed: 07/31/2023]
Abstract
Films and coatings manufactured with bio-based renewable materials, such as biopolymers and essential oils, could be a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative for protecting and preserving agricultural products. In this work, we developed films and coatings from pectin and chitosan to protect strawberries (Fragaria x ananassa Duch.) from spoilage and microbial contamination. We developed three coatings containing equal amounts of glycerol and Sicilian lemon essential oil (LEO) nanoemulsion. We identified seventeen chemicals from LEO by GC-MS chromatogram, including d-limonene, α-Pinene, β-Pinene, and γ-Terpinene. The pectin and chitosan coatings were further characterized using different physicochemical, mechanical, and biological methods. The films demonstrated satisfactory results in strength and elongation at the perforation as fruit packaging. In addition, the coatings did not influence the weight and firmness of the strawberry pulps. We observed that 100 % essential oil was released in 1440 min resulting from the erosion process. Also, the oil preserved the chemical stability of the films. Antioxidant activity (AA), measured by Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR), showed that the coatings loaded with 2 % LEO nanoemulsion (PC + oil) showed that almost 50 % of AA from LEO nanoemulsion was preserved. The chitosan and the pectin-chitosan coatings (PC + oil) inhibited filamentous fungi and yeast contaminations in strawberries for at least 14 days, showing a relationship between the AA and antimicrobial results.
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Affiliation(s)
- Gabriela Abdalla
- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil.
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- Escuela de Agronomía, Facultad de Ciencias Agronómicas y de los Alimentos, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Chile.
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Biomaterials and Bioprocess Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Biomaterials and Bioprocess Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biomaterials and Bioprocess Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Biomaterials and Bioprocess Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biomaterials and Bioprocess Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; School of Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Bauru, SP, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Ghent University Hospital, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Department of Biology and Physiology, University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Kosice, Komenskeho 73, 04181 Kosice, Slovakia
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- State University of Feira de Santana (UEFS), Department of Physics, s/n Transnordestina Highway, 44036-900 Feira de Santana, BA, Brazil
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- Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Languages of Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo University (USP), 3900 Bandeirantes Avenue, 14.040-901 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Colloids, Department of Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and Inorganic, Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), 14800-060 Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Colloids, Department of Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and Inorganic, Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), 14800-060 Araraquara, SP, Brazil; Center for Monitoring and Research of the Quality of Fuels, Biofuels, Crude Oil and Derivatives - CEMPEQC, São Paulo State University (UNESP), 14800-060 Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA.
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Chelu M, Musuc AM, Popa M, Calderon Moreno J. Aloe vera-Based Hydrogels for Wound Healing: Properties and Therapeutic Effects. Gels 2023; 9:539. [PMID: 37504418 PMCID: PMC10379830 DOI: 10.3390/gels9070539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2023] [Revised: 06/26/2023] [Accepted: 06/30/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023] Open
Abstract
Aloe vera-based hydrogels have emerged as promising platforms for the delivery of therapeutic agents in wound dressings due to their biocompatibility and unique wound-healing properties. The present study provides a comprehensive overview of recent advances in the application of Aloe vera-based hydrogels for wound healing. The synthesis methods, structural characteristics, and properties of Aloe vera-based hydrogels are discussed. Mechanisms of therapeutic agents released from Aloe vera-based hydrogels, including diffusion, swelling, and degradation, are also analyzed. In addition, the therapeutic effects of Aloe vera-based hydrogels on wound healing, as well as the reduction of inflammation, antimicrobial activity, and tissue regeneration, are highlighted. The incorporation of various therapeutic agents, such as antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory ones, into Aloe vera-based hydrogels is reviewed in detail. Furthermore, challenges and future prospects of Aloe vera-based hydrogels for wound dressing applications are considered. This review provides valuable information on the current status of Aloe vera-based hydrogels for the delivery of therapeutic agents in wound dressings and highlights their potential to improve wound healing outcomes.
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Affiliation(s)
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- “Ilie Murgulescu” Institute of Physical Chemistry, 202 Splaiul Independentei, 060021 Bucharest, Romania; (M.C.); (M.P.)
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- “Ilie Murgulescu” Institute of Physical Chemistry, 202 Splaiul Independentei, 060021 Bucharest, Romania; (M.C.); (M.P.)
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