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Ghasemian Yadegari J, Khudair Khalaf A, Ezzatkhah F, Shakibaie M, Mohammadi HR, Mahmoudvand H. Antileishmanial, cellular mechanisms, and cytotoxic effects of green synthesized zinc nanoparticles alone and in combined with glucantime against Leishmania major infection. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 164:114984. [PMID: 37321058 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.114984] [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: 03/22/2023] [Revised: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 06/01/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND We decided to investigate the antileishmanial, cellular mechanisms, and cytotoxic effects of green synthesized Zinc nanoparticles (ZnNPs) alone and combined with glucantime against Leishmania major infection. METHODS The effect of green synthesized ZnNP on L. major amastigote was studied through macrophage cells. The mRNA expression level of iNOS and IFN-γ followed by the exposure of J774-A1 macrophage cells to ZnNPs was assessed by Real-time PCR. The Caspase-3-like activity of promastigotes exposed to ZnNPs was studied. Effects of ZnNPs alone and combined with glucantime (MA) were studied on cutaneous leishmaniasis in BALB/c mice. RESULTS ZnNPs displayed the spherical shape with sizes ranging from 30 to 80 nm. The obtained IC50 values for ZnNPs, MA, and ZnNPs + MA were 43.2, 26.3, and 12.6 µg/mL, respectively; indicating the synergistic effects of ZnNPs in combination with MA. CL lesions had completely improved in the mice received with ZnNPs in combination with MA. The mRNA expression level of iNOS, TNF-α, and IFN-γ was dose-dependently (p < 0.01) upregulated; whereas it was downregulated in IL-10. ZnNPs markedly stimulated the caspase-3 activation with no significant toxicity on normal cells. CONCLUSION Based on these in vitro and in vivo results, green synthesized ZnNPs, mainly along with MA, showed that has the potential to be introduced as a new drug for CL therapy. Triggering of NO production, and inhibition of infectivity rate are revealed as mechanisms of action ZnNPs on L. major. But, supplementary investigations are necessary to clear the efficacy and safety of these agents.
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- Javad Ghasemian Yadegari
- Department of Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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- Department of Laboratory Sciences, Sirjan School of Medical Sciences, Sirjan, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences and Cosmetic Products Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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- Razi Herbal Medicines Research Center, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran; Molecular and Cellular Laboratory, School of Allied Medicine, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran.
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El-Sonbaty S, Kandil EI, Haroun RAH. Assessment of the Antitumor Activity of Green Biosynthesized Zinc Nanoparticles as Therapeutic Agent Against Renal Cancer in Rats. Biol Trace Elem Res 2023; 201:272-281. [PMID: 35083709 PMCID: PMC9823045 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-022-03126-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2021] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Zinc nanoparticles (Zn-NPs) have garnered a great deal of attention as potential cancer therapy. The use of microorganisms in the synthesis of nanoparticles emerges as an eco-friendly and exciting approach. This study was designed to assess biosynthesized Zn-NPs as therapeutic agent against kidney cancer induced by ferric-nitrilotriacetate (Fe-NTA) in rats.Zn-NPs were synthesized from edible mushroom then characterized by transmission electron microscopy analysis, dynamic light scattering, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. Rats were divided into 4 different groups: group I (control), group II (Fe-NTA group), group III (Zn-NPs group), and group IV (Fe-NTA + Zn-NPs group). Animals were sacrificed then kidney and liver function tests, MDA level, glutathione, glutathione peroxidase, and superoxide dismutase activities were measured by using colorimetric methods. Caspase-3 level and carcinoembryonic antigen concentration were measured by using ELISA. Finally, DNA fragmentation was visualized by using agarose gel electrophoresis.Treatment with Zn-NPs significantly suppressed renal oxidative stress by restoring glutathione level, glutathione peroxidase, and superoxide dismutase activities and ameliorated oxidative damage parameters of lipid peroxidation as well as renal toxicity markers. Molecular and tumor markers showed significant improvement with respect to induction group, and this was well appreciated with the histopathological alteration findings in the treated groups.Microbial synthesized Zn-NPs possess antitumor-promoting activity against Fe-NTA-induced toxicity and carcinogenesis, which should be evaluated in a clinical study.
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- Sawsan El-Sonbaty
- Department of Radiation Microbiology, National Center for Radiation Research and Technology, Atomic Energy Authority, Cairo, Egypt
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- Faculty of Science, Department of Biochemistry, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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Adeli-Sardou M, Shakibaie M, Forootanfar H, Jabari-Morouei F, Riahi-Madvar S, Ghafari-Shahrbabaki SS, Mehrabani M. Cytotoxicity and anti-biofilm activities of biogenic cadmium nanoparticles and cadmium nitrate: a preliminary study. World J Microbiol Biotechnol 2022; 38:246. [DOI: 10.1007/s11274-022-03418-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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Hasheena M, Ratnamala A, Noorjahan M, Deepthi Reddy G, Chandra Babu Naidu K. Electrochemical sensor for detection of dopamine and tyrosine using CdS–C quantum dots modified electrode. J APPL ELECTROCHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s10800-022-01794-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Satarzadeh N, Shakibaie M, Adeli-Sardou M, Jabari-Morouei F, Forootanfar H, Sadeghi-Dousari A. Facile Microwave-Assisted Biosynthesis of Arsenic Nanoparticles and Evaluation their Antioxidant Properties and Cytotoxic Effects: A Preliminary in Vitro Study. J CLUST SCI 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s10876-022-02356-w] [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]
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Shakibaie M, Khalaf AK, Rashidipour M, Mahmoudvand H. Effects of green synthesized zinc nanoparticles alone and along with albendazole against hydatid cyst protoscoleces. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 78:103746. [PMID: 35600184 PMCID: PMC9118496 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.103746] [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: 03/28/2022] [Revised: 05/04/2022] [Accepted: 05/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Background The current investigation aims to green synthesized the zinc nanoparticles (ZnNPs) using Lavandula angustifolia extract by microwave technique and its protoscolicidal effects alone and combined with albendazole against hydatid cyst protoscoleces. Methods Different concentrations of the ZnNPs (50, 100, and 200 μg/ml) alone and combined with albendazole (ALZ, 100 μg/ml) were treated with hydatid cyst protoscoleces obtained from liver of infected sheep for 5–60 min in vitro and ex vivo. Eosin exclusion examination was used to assess the viability of protoscoleces. The induction of apoptosis in hydatid cyst protoscoleces was assessed by measurement of the Caspase-3 activity of protoscoleces treated with various concentrations of ZnNPs. Results The size of green synthesized ZnNPs was ranged from 30 to 80 nm, most of these nanoparticles were between 50 and 60 nm in size. In vitro, the highest scolicidal effect of ZnNPs was observed at the concentration of 200 μg/ml, where it killed 81.6% of protoscolices. While the combination of these nanoparticles with ALZ, especially at the concentration of 200 μg/ml, completely killed the protoscolices after 10 min’ exposure. However, compared to in vitro assay, the drugs tested took longer to show their protoscolicidal effect. Conclusion Based on the obtained results, ZnNPs particularly in combination with albendazole displayed the potent protoscolicidal in vitro and ex vivo as an intraperitoneal model of administration of agents to hydatid cyst treatment; nevertheless, additional investigations are mandatory to evaluate the efficacy and safety Zn NPs as a favorable protoscolicidal agent in clinical setting. ZnNPs particularly in combination with albendazole displayed the relevant protoscolicidal in vitro effects. ZnNPs particularly in combination with albendazole displayed the potent protoscolicidal ex vivo effects. ZnNPs induced the apoptosis through the activation of caspase-3 enzyme. Additional investigations are mandatory to evaluate the its efficacy and safety in clinical setting.
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Shakibaie M, Torabi-Shamsabad R, Forootanfar H, Amiri-Moghadam P, Amirheidari B, Adeli-Sardou M, Ameri A. Rapid microwave-assisted biosynthesis of platinum nanoparticles and evaluation of their antioxidant properties and cytotoxic effects against MCF-7 and A549 cell lines. 3 Biotech 2021; 11:511. [PMID: 34926109 DOI: 10.1007/s13205-021-03007-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2021] [Accepted: 09/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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In this study, platinum nanoparticles (Pt NPs) were synthesized by a green method using an aqueous extract of Eucalyptus camaldulensis with assistance of microwave irradiation (850 W) and their physicochemical characteristics were studied by UV-visible spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analyses. Antioxidant activities, hemocompatibility, and cytotoxic effects of the prepared Pt NPs were then evaluated. The attained results showed that the newly formed Pt NPs possess a size range between 7.4 and 11.2 nm. These spherical-shaped NPs were slightly aggregated and held various functional groups on their surface. The antioxidant activity of Pt nanostructures was comparable to that of butylated hydroxyl anisole at concentrations higher than 320 µg/mL. At the same concentration of 640 μg/mL, the scavenging activities were 3.36 ± 0.9% (hexachloroplatinic acid) and 52.13 ± 0.43% (Pt NPs). The results of hemolytic assay revealed satisfactory hemocompatibility of the Pt NPs even at the concentration as high as 4 mg/mL (hemolysis percent equal to 3.5 ± 1.3%). The cytotoxicity studies revealed that MCF-7, A549, and 3T3 cell lines treated with hexachloroplatinic acid and cisplatin for 24 h and 48 h showed a higher percentage of cell death compared with the Pt NPs. After 24 h, for A549, 3T3, and MCF-7 cells exposed to Pt NPs, the cell viability was measured to be 80 ± 3.2%, 96 ± 1%, and 89 ± 2.6%, respectively, at concentration of 640 µg/mL. Further investigations are required to elucidate the mechanisms behind the biological activities of as-synthesized Pt NPs.
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- Mojtaba Shakibaie
- Pharmaceutics Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
- Pharmaceutical Sciences and Cosmetic Products Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- The Student Research Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Herbal and Traditional Medicines Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences and Cosmetic Products Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Saadatmand M, Al-Awsi GRL, Alanazi AD, Sepahvand A, Shakibaie M, Shojaee S, Mohammadi R, Mahmoudvand H. Green synthesis of zinc nanoparticles using Lavandula angustifolia Vera. Extract by microwave method and its prophylactic effects on Toxoplasma gondii infection. Saudi J Biol Sci 2021; 28:6454-6460. [PMID: 34764762 PMCID: PMC8568829 DOI: 10.1016/j.sjbs.2021.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2021] [Revised: 06/11/2021] [Accepted: 07/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background Today, a suitable vaccine has not yet been discovered to prevent Toxoplasma gondii infection. Therefore, prophylaxis can be suggested as the preferred approach to prevent toxoplasmosis. This study aims to evaluate the prophylactic effects of synthesized zinc nanoparticles (ZnNPs) using Lavandula angustifolia Vera., by microwave method on chronic toxoplasmosis in mice. Methods BALB/c Mice orally administrated with ZnNPs the doses of 32.5, 75, 150 mg/kg/day for two weeks. On the 15th day, the mice were intraperitoneally infected with the Tehran strain of T. gondii (25 tissue cysts). The mean diameter and the numbers of brain tissue cysts, as well as the mRNA levels of inducible nitric oxide synthesize (iNOs), and interferon-gamma (IFN-γ) in mice of each experimental group were evaluated. Results The synthesized ZnNPs represent a spherical form with a size ranging from 30 to 80 nm. The results revealed that oral administration of Zn NPs at the doses of 32.5 (p < 0.001) and 75 mg/kg/day (p < 0.001) for 14 days significantly reduced the mean number and diameter of the brain tissue cysts in tested mice. No T. gondii tissue cyst was observed after oral administration of Zn NPs at the doses of 150 mg/kg. Based on the results of Real-time PCR analysis, the expression level of IFN-γ and iNOs was significantly increased (p < 0.001) in mice treated with 32.5, 75, 150 mg/kg/day for two weeks. Conclusion The obtained findings of the current investigation exhibit the significant prophylactic effects of ZnNPs against chronic toxoplasmosis in mice; so that oral administration of ZnNPs the doses 32.5, 75, 150 mg/kg reduced the parasite load and even completely controlled the infection in mice. The results show that the ZnNPs had strengthened the innate immune system which could be the reason for its strong prophylactic effects. However, further in vivo and clinical investigations are required to confirm these results as well as other possible mechanisms that can trigger these pharmacological properties.
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- Massumeh Saadatmand
- Student Research Committee, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science and Humanities, Shaqra University, P.O. Box 1040, Ad-Dawadimi 11911, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Parasitology and Mycology, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences and Cosmetic Products Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.,Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Medical Parasitology and Mycology, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, School of Health and Nutrition, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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- Razi Herbal Medicines Research Center, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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Fathalipour-Rayeni H, Forootanfar H, Khazaeli P, Mehrabani M, Rahimi HR, Shakibaie M, Jafari E, Doostmohammadi M, Bami MS, Adeli-Sardou M, Shaghooei PM, Ohadi M. Evaluation of antioxidant potential of Heliotropium bacciferum Forssk extract and wound healing activity of its topical formulation in rat. ANNALES PHARMACEUTIQUES FRANÇAISES 2021; 80:280-290. [PMID: 34606751 DOI: 10.1016/j.pharma.2021.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2021] [Revised: 09/22/2021] [Accepted: 09/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Wound healing is a dynamic process that occurs in the tissue under the skin. During this process, oxidative stress biomarkers are excessively produced, which finally lead to inflammation and cellular damage. In this study, efforts have been made to evaluate the antioxidant effect and wound healing activity topical formulation containing Heliotropium bacciferum Forssk extract. The in vitro antioxidant properties were evaluated using 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) scavenging activities and the ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) assay. The herbal ointments (2.5% w/w and 5% w/w) were prepared from the hydroalcoholic extract of H. bacciferum Forssk and administrated on the induced wounds in Wistar rats. The chromatic assay, percentage of wound contraction, and histopathological studies were used for evaluating the wound healing activity. For the evaluation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), catalase (CAT) activity, superoxide dismutase (SOD), and glutathione (GSH) levels were examined. The DPPH method showed tremendous radical scavenging activities at the corresponding concentrations with EC50 value of 80μg/mL. Topical application of the ointment (5% w/w) showed the highest wound contraction in comparison to the positive control (treated with CICALFATE™) and the control group (treated with normal saline). Similarly, the histological study of the group treated with the extract ointment (5% w/w) showed full collagen tissue deposition with a complete epidermal regeneration. The results of the assessment of GSH levels as well as CAT and SOD activities in the treated group (5% w/w) confirmed the scavenging property of the extract ointment. Our findings indicated the proper wound healing impact of the topical formulation of H. bacciferum Forssk due to its notable antioxidant capacity.
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- H Fathalipour-Rayeni
- Pharmaceutics Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences and Cosmetic Products Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pharmaceutics Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.
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- Herbal and Traditional Medicines Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pathology and Stem Cell Research Center, Pathology Department, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences and Cosmetic Products Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pharmaceutics Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Herbal and Traditional Medicines Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran
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- Pharmaceutics Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.
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Singh KR, Nayak V, Singh J, Singh AK, Singh RP. Potentialities of bioinspired metal and metal oxide nanoparticles in biomedical sciences. RSC Adv 2021; 11:24722-24746. [PMID: 35481029 PMCID: PMC9036962 DOI: 10.1039/d1ra04273d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2021] [Accepted: 07/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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To date, various reports have shown that metallic gold bhasma at the nanoscale form was used as medicine as early as 2500 B.C. in India, China, and Egypt. Owing to their unique physicochemical, biological, and electronic properties, they have broad utilities in energy, environment, agriculture and more recently, the biomedical field. The biomedical domain has been used in drug delivery, imaging, diagnostics, therapeutics, and biosensing applications. In this review, we will discuss and highlight the increasing control over metal and metal oxide nanoparticle structures as smart nanomaterials utilized in the biomedical domain to advance the role of biosynthesized nanoparticles for improving human health through wide applications in the targeted drug delivery, controlled release drug delivery, wound dressing, tissue scaffolding, and medical implants. In addition, we have discussed concerns related to the role of these types of nanoparticles as an anti-viral agent by majorly highlighting the ways to combat the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic, along with their prospects.
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- Kshitij Rb Singh
- Department of Chemistry, Govt. V.Y.T. PG Autonomous College Durg Chhattisgarh (491001) India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Science, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Amarkantak Madhya Pradesh (484886) India +91-91-0934-6565
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- Department of Chemistry, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University Varanasi Uttar Pradesh (221005) India
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- Department of Chemistry, Govt. V.Y.T. PG Autonomous College Durg Chhattisgarh (491001) India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Science, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Amarkantak Madhya Pradesh (484886) India +91-91-0934-6565
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Microwave Assisted Biosynthesis of Cadmium Nanoparticles: Characterization, Antioxidant and Cytotoxicity Studies. J CLUST SCI 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s10876-021-02107-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Prasad AR, Williams L, Garvasis J, Shamsheera K, Basheer SM, Kuruvilla M, Joseph A. Applications of phytogenic ZnO nanoparticles: A review on recent advancements. J Mol Liq 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2021.115805] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Wang Y, Liu Y, Li J, Xu X, Li X. Zinc ferrate nanoparticles for applications in medicine: synthesis, physicochemical properties, regulation of macrophage functions, and in vivo safety evaluation. Nanotoxicology 2020; 14:1381-1398. [PMID: 33075238 DOI: 10.1080/17435390.2020.1831094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Zinc ferrate nanoparticles (ZnFe2O4 NPs) have attracted enormous interest as potential nanomaterials. The purpose of this study was to examine the in vitro macrophages toxicity, in vivo safety, and immunogenicity. Three kinds of ZnFe2O4 NPs with different shapes (round, litchi, and raspberry), nano-sizes, and pores were successfully prepared. In vitro experiments showed that ZnFe2O4 NPs caused no cytotoxicity against the RAW 264.7 cells up to administered dose of 200 μg/mL, enhanced proinflammatory cytokine TNF-α, and costimulatory marker CD86 expression in the RAW 264.7 cells. Interestingly, ZnFe2O4 NPs reduced ROS expression, which was inconsistent with common metal oxide NPs such as iron oxide (Fe3O4) NPs and zinc oxide (ZnO) NPs. ZnFe2O4 NPs improved the RAW 264.7 cells phagocytosed more neutral red. There was no obvious difference in body weight, the number of immune cells, organ index, and expression of inflammatory factors in serum of rats administrated intravenously and subcutaneously on day 21 after treatment by ZnFe2O4 NPs in comparison with the blank control. These results demonstrated that ZnFe2O4 NPs slightly enhanced the function of the RAW 264.7 cells in vitro but caused no obvious toxicity to macrophages as well as rat blood cells, and low immunogenicity in rats, suggesting that ZnFe2O4 NPs as a biocompatible nanomaterials achieved potential for bioapplication in the future.
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- Yu Wang
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug System, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug System, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug System, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug System, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug System, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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Ameri A, Shakibaie M, Rahimi HR, Adeli-Sardou M, Raeisi M, Najafi A, Forootanfar H. Rapid and Facile Microwave-Assisted Synthesis of Palladium Nanoparticles and Evaluation of Their Antioxidant Properties and Cytotoxic Effects Against Fibroblast-Like (HSkMC) and Human Lung Carcinoma (A549) Cell Lines. Biol Trace Elem Res 2020; 197:132-140. [PMID: 31782064 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-019-01984-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2019] [Accepted: 11/11/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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We report here a simple microwave irradiation method (850 W, 3 min) for the synthesis of palladium nanoparticles (Pd NPs) using ascorbic acid (as reducing agent) and sodium alginate (as stabilizer agent). The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized using transmission electron microscopy (TEM), energy dispersive X-ray (EDX), X-ray diffraction spectroscopy (XRD), UV-Visible spectroscopy, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) techniques. Antioxidant properties and cytotoxic effects of as-synthesized Pd NPs and Pd (II) acetate were also assessed. UV-Vis study showed the formation of Pd NPs with maximum absorption at 345 nm. From TEM analysis, it was observed that the Pd NPs had spherical shape with particle size distribution of 13-33 nm. Based on DPPH radical scavenging activity and reducing power assay, the antioxidant activities of Pd NPs were significantly higher than the Pd (II) acetate (p < 0.05). At the same concentration of 640 μg/mL, the scavenging activities were 32.9 ± 3.2% (Pd (II) acetate) and 27.2 ± 2.1% (Pd NPs). For A549 cells treated 48 h with Pd NPs, Pd (II) acetate, and cisplatin, the measured concentration necessary causing 50% cell death (IC50) was 7.2 ± 1.7 μg/mL, 32.1 ± 2.1 μg/mL, and 206.2 ± 3.5 μg/mL, respectively. On HSkMC cells, the IC50 of the Pd NPs (320 μg/mL) was higher compared to Pd (II) acetate (228.7 ± 3.6 μg/mL), which confirmed lower cytotoxicity of the Pd NPs.
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- Atefeh Ameri
- Pharmaceutics Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pharmaceutics Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.
- Pharmaceutical Sciences and Cosmetic Products Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Herbal and Traditional Medicines Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- The Student Research Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pharmaceutics Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences and Cosmetic Products Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Akintelu SA, Folorunso AS. A Review on Green Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Plant Extracts and Its Biomedical Applications. BIONANOSCIENCE 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s12668-020-00774-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Salimi A, Rahimi HR, Forootanfar H, Jafari E, Ameri A, Shakibaie M. Toxicity of microwave-assisted biosynthesized zinc nanoparticles in mice: a preliminary study. ARTIFICIAL CELLS NANOMEDICINE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY 2019; 47:1846-1858. [DOI: 10.1080/21691401.2019.1611592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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- Azad Salimi
- Sudent Research Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Sudent Research Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pathology and Stem Cells Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Science, Kerman, Iran
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- Pharmaceutics Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
- Pharmaceutics Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Henam SD, Ahmad F, Shah MA, Parveen S, Wani AH. Microwave synthesis of nanoparticles and their antifungal activities. SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA. PART A, MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY 2019; 213:337-341. [PMID: 30711904 DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2019.01.071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2019] [Accepted: 01/23/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Microwave assisted approach was adopted for obtaining copper (II) oxide and Iron (III) oxide nanoparticles using leaves extract of Euphorbia helioscopia. Tanins component extracted from Euphorbia helioscopia were responsible for the formation of stable nanoscopic particles. Nanoparticles of iron and copper oxide was characterized using powder X-ray Diffractometer (PXRD), Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Energy Dispersive X-ray Analysis (EDAX) and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM). PXRD result confirmed the formation of α-phase and monoclinic iron and copper oxide nanoparticles respectively. Nanoparticles of iron and copper oxide were of spherical shape with average diameter in range of 7-10 nm. Antifungal potential of fabricated oxide nanoparticles was tested using Cladosporium herbarum as role model fungus. Iron oxide nanoparticles exhibit greater antifungal activities against the Cladosporium herbarum as compared to copper oxide nanoparticles.
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- Sylvia Devi Henam
- Special Centre of Nanoscience, PG Department of Physics, National Institute of Technology Srinagar, 190006, India.
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- Special Centre of Nanoscience, PG Department of Physics, National Institute of Technology Srinagar, 190006, India
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- Special Centre of Nanoscience, PG Department of Physics, National Institute of Technology Srinagar, 190006, India
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- Section of Mycology and plant pathology, Department of Botany, University of Kashmir, 190006, India
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- Section of Mycology and plant pathology, Department of Botany, University of Kashmir, 190006, India
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Mbuyise XG, Arbab EAA, Mola GT. The effect of a trimetallic nanocomposite in the solar absorber layer of organic solar cells. RSC Adv 2019; 9:6070-6076. [PMID: 35517268 PMCID: PMC9060879 DOI: 10.1039/c8ra08725c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2018] [Accepted: 01/22/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Bulk heterojunction (BHJ) organic solar cells were fabricated using a trimetallic nanocomposite (Ag : Zn : Ni) in the photoactive layer. The incorporation of the nanocomposite was limited to the concentrations of 4% and 6% by volume into poly(3-hexylthiophene) (P3HT) and 6-6-phenyl-C61-butyric acid methyl ester (PCBM) blend solar absorber. The newly fabricated devices were investigated in terms of the optical, electrical and morphological properties of the photoactive medium. The power conversion efficiencies (PCE) of the solar cells were found to be increased by 57% and 84% due to improved harvesting of solar radiation due to the occurrence of localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) effects of the metal nanocomposite. Silver : zinc : nickel (Ag : Zn : Ni) tri-metallic nanocomposites were synthesized using a chemical reduction method from silver, zinc and nickel nitrates. The nanocomposites were characterized in terms of morphology, elemental composition and crystallinity which are extensively discussed in the manuscript.
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- Xolani G Mbuyise
- School of Chemistry & Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal Pietermaritzburg Campus, Private Bag X01 Scottsville 3209 South Africa
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- School of Chemistry & Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal Pietermaritzburg Campus, Private Bag X01 Scottsville 3209 South Africa
- Department of Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Omdurman Islamic University Omdurman P.O. Box 382 Sudan
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- School of Chemistry & Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal Pietermaritzburg Campus, Private Bag X01 Scottsville 3209 South Africa
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Zhang Q, Wu C, Wang T, Sun Y, Li T, Fan G. Improvement of Biological Activity of Morchella esculenta Protein Hydrolysate by Microwave-Assisted Selenization. J Food Sci 2018; 84:73-79. [PMID: 30575032 DOI: 10.1111/1750-3841.14411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2018] [Revised: 10/28/2018] [Accepted: 11/07/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Morchella esculenta protein hydrolysate (MPH) from a valued medicinal and edible fungus M. esculenta (L.) is an excellent material for functional food development. To promote MPH utilization, selenization of MPH was performed by applying a simple and environmentally friendly microwave irradiation procedure. The physicochemical characteristics of selenized MPH (Se-MPH) were investigated by SEM-EDX, FTIR, CD, and amino acid analyzer, and its biological activity were assessed by ABTS, DPPH, H2 O2 scavenging, and reducing power assays, as well as α-glucosidase, α-amylase, and tyrosinase inhibition tests. The results showed that MPH was successfully selenized, Se content in Se-MPH reached 59.0 ± 0.64 mg/g, and amino groups, hydroxyl groups, and sulfur atoms of methionine residues in the MPH molecule may participate in selenization. Furthermore, Se-MPH exhibited significantly enhanced antioxidant, antidiabetic, and tyrosinase inhibitory activities, compared with the native MPH and microwave-irradiated MPH. Thus, the microwave-assisted selenization is a feasible strategy for preparing organic Se and improving the biological activity of MPH. PRACTICAL APPLICATION: In this study, selenized Morchella esculenta protein hydrolysate (Se-MPH) was successfully prepared via conjugation with sodium selenite using the microwave-assisted method. The results showed that Se-MPH, synthesized with the aid of microwave, exhibited favorable selenium content and improved antioxidant, antidiabetic, and tyrosinase inhibitory activities. Therefore, microwave can be employed as an innovative and effective avenue for the production of organic selenium in nutraceutical and functional food industry.
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- Qiang Zhang
- Co-Innovation Center for Sustainable Forestry in Southern China, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China.,College of Life and Health Sciences, Anhui Science and Technology University, Fengyang, 233100, China.,College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China
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- Co-Innovation Center for Sustainable Forestry in Southern China, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China.,College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China
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- Co-Innovation Center for Sustainable Forestry in Southern China, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China.,College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China
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- College of Life and Health Sciences, Anhui Science and Technology University, Fengyang, 233100, China
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- Co-Innovation Center for Sustainable Forestry in Southern China, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China.,College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China
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- Co-Innovation Center for Sustainable Forestry in Southern China, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China.,College of Light Industry and Food Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, China
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Steffy K, Shanthi G, Maroky AS, Selvakumar S. Potential bactericidal activity of S. nux-vomica-ZnO nanocomposite against multidrug-resistant bacterial pathogens and wound-healing properties. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2018; 50:229-239. [PMID: 30262284 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2018.07.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2018] [Revised: 07/09/2018] [Accepted: 07/10/2018] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Multidrug resistance in bacterial strains has become the greatest challenge for healthcare professionals for treating non-healing ulcers such as diabetic foot infections (DFI). Plant-mediated synthesis of S. nux-vomica-ZnO nanocomposite appears as a potential new alternative therapeutic agent that might be capable of tackling antibiotic-resistant bacterial pathogens and for treating a non-healing ulcer. The aim of the study was to investigate the antibacterial potential of S. nux-vomica-ZnO nanocomposite biosynthesised from Strychnos nux-vomica against multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) from DFU, wound-healing properties, and cytotoxic effects. The antibacterial potential was assessed by minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC)/ minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) assays, time-kill kinetics, protein-leakage, and flow cytometric analysis. The wound-healing properties were assessed by scratch assay on mouse L929 fibroblastic cell line to quantify cell migration towards the injured area. Cytotoxicity was assessed using 3-[4,5-dimethyl-2-thiazol-yl]-2,5-diphenyl- 2H-tetrazolium bromide (MTT) cellular viability assay on the L929 cell line and human embryonic kidney epithelial (HEK-293) cell line. Strychnos nux-vomica-ZnO nanocomposite at a size range of 10-12 nm exhibited significant bactericidal potency at a concentration of 100-200 μg/ml against MDR-Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, MDR-Escherichia coli, MDR-Pseudomonas aeruginosa, MDR-Acinetobacter baumannii, and also against standard bacterial strains S. aureus ATCC 29213, E. coli ATCC 25922, P. aeruginosa ATCC 27853, E. faecalis ATCC 29212. S. nux-vomica-ZnO nanocomposite also exhibited wound-healing and reduced cytotoxic properties at the antimicrobially active concentrations. Our findings thus suggested remarkable bactericidal properties of S. nux-vomica-ZnO nanocomposite and can be further exploited towards for the development of an antibacterial agent against the threatening superbugs.
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- Katherin Steffy
- Division of Microbiology, Rajah Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University, Chidambaram, 608002, Tamil Nadu, India.
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- Division of Microbiology, Rajah Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University, Chidambaram, 608002, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Annamalai University, Chidambaram, 608002, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Annamalai University, Chidambaram, 608002, Tamil Nadu, India
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Miri A, Sarani M. Biosynthesis and Cytotoxic Study of Synthesized Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Salvadora persica. BIONANOSCIENCE 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/s12668-018-0579-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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ZnO Nanoparticles with Different Sizes and Morphologies for Medical Implant Coatings: Synthesis and Cytotoxicity. BIONANOSCIENCE 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/s12668-018-0514-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Andreani T, Nogueira V, Pinto VV, Ferreira MJ, Rasteiro MG, Silva AM, Pereira R, Pereira CM. Influence of the stabilizers on the toxicity of metallic nanomaterials in aquatic organisms and human cell lines. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2017; 607-608:1264-1277. [PMID: 28732404 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2017.07.098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2017] [Revised: 07/11/2017] [Accepted: 07/11/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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In this study, following a systematic approach, we used aquatic species (bacteria Vibrio fischeri and microalgae Raphidocelis subcapitata) and different human cell lines (Caco-2, HepG2, SV-80 and HaCaT) representing different tissues and exposure pathways, to investigate how two organic stabilizers (PVA and DMSO) used for NMs dispersion influence their physicochemical properties, the persistence of metals in suspension and the toxicity/ecotoxicity of two metallic NMs (nano-Ag and nano-Cu). Although the stabilizers are expected to contribute to improve the dispersion and stability of NMs, the results obtained clearly showed that no similar changes in toxicity and morphological properties of the nano-Ag can be expected after its stabilization with PVA. Thus, regarding human cell lines, the reduction in the average size of the PVA-nano-Ag was followed by a reduction or maintenance of its toxicity, but the opposite was observed for the aquatic species tested since an increase in the average size enhanced its toxicity. As far as nano-Cu is considered DMSO contributed for a better dispersion of this nanomaterial, however this was not translated in a similar toxicity/ecotoxicity modification. In summary, even for nano-Cu, for which few or no data exists regarding its toxicity after stabilization with organic compounds, it was confirmed with consistent data, that the toxicity of metallic NMs is a complex combination of average size, chemical composition, solubilization or persistence in suspension of the metallic forms, interaction with test medium components and sensitivity of test species and cell lines. The combination of all of these factors makes the toxicity of metallic NMs unpredictable and points for the need of an extensive evaluation of each new formulation.
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- Tatiana Andreani
- Centro de Investigação em Química da Universidade do Porto, Departamento de Química e Bioquímica, Rua do Campo Alegre, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal; CITAB - Centre for Research and Technology of Agro-Environmental and Biological Sciences, University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, UTAD, Vila Real, Portugal.
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, Rua do Campo Alegre, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal; CIMAR - Interdisciplinary Center of Marine and Environmental Research, Rua dos Bragas, 289, 4050-123 Porto, Portugal
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- Centro de Investigação em Química da Universidade do Porto, Departamento de Química e Bioquímica, Rua do Campo Alegre, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal; Centro Tecnológico do Calçado de Portugal, Rua de Fundões - Devesa Velha, 3700-121 São João Madeira, Portugal
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- Centro Tecnológico do Calçado de Portugal, Rua de Fundões - Devesa Velha, 3700-121 São João Madeira, Portugal
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Coimbra, 3030-290 Coimbra, Portugal
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- CITAB - Centre for Research and Technology of Agro-Environmental and Biological Sciences, University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, UTAD, Vila Real, Portugal; Department of Biology and Environment, University of Tras-os-Montes e Alto Douro, UTAD, Quinta de Prados, P-5001-801 Vila Real, Portugal
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, Rua do Campo Alegre, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal; CIMAR - Interdisciplinary Center of Marine and Environmental Research, Rua dos Bragas, 289, 4050-123 Porto, Portugal
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- Centro de Investigação em Química da Universidade do Porto, Departamento de Química e Bioquímica, Rua do Campo Alegre, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal
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Padalia H, Moteriya P, Chanda S. Synergistic Antimicrobial and Cytotoxic Potential of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Synthesized Using Cassia auriculata Leaf Extract. BIONANOSCIENCE 2017. [DOI: 10.1007/s12668-017-0463-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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