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Lee S, Dang H, Moon JI, Kim K, Joung Y, Park S, Yu Q, Chen J, Lu M, Chen L, Joo SW, Choo J. SERS-based microdevices for use as in vitro diagnostic biosensors. Chem Soc Rev 2024; 53:5394-5427. [PMID: 38597213 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs01055d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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Advances in surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) detection have helped to overcome the limitations of traditional in vitro diagnostic methods, such as fluorescence and chemiluminescence, owing to its high sensitivity and multiplex detection capability. However, for the implementation of SERS detection technology in disease diagnosis, a SERS-based assay platform capable of analyzing clinical samples is essential. Moreover, infectious diseases like COVID-19 require the development of point-of-care (POC) diagnostic technologies that can rapidly and accurately determine infection status. As an effective assay platform, SERS-based bioassays utilize SERS nanotags labeled with protein or DNA receptors on Au or Ag nanoparticles, serving as highly sensitive optical probes. Additionally, a microdevice is necessary as an interface between the target biomolecules and SERS nanotags. This review aims to introduce various microdevices developed for SERS detection, available for POC diagnostics, including LFA strips, microfluidic chips, and microarray chips. Furthermore, the article presents research findings reported in the last 20 years for the SERS-based bioassay of various diseases, such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and infectious diseases. Finally, the prospects of SERS bioassays are discussed concerning the integration of SERS-based microdevices and portable Raman readers into POC systems, along with the utilization of artificial intelligence technology.
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- Sungwoon Lee
- Department of Chemistry, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea.
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- School of Pharmacy, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, 264003, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Coastal Environmental Processes and Ecological Remediation, Yantai Institute of Coastal Zone Research, Yantai 264003, China.
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- Department of Information Communication, Materials, and Chemistry Convergence Technology, Soongsil University, Seoul 06978, South Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea.
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Yadav AK, Basavegowda N, Shirin S, Raju S, Sekar R, Somu P, Uthappa UT, Abdi G. Emerging Trends of Gold Nanostructures for Point-of-Care Biosensor-Based Detection of COVID-19. Mol Biotechnol 2024:10.1007/s12033-024-01157-y. [PMID: 38703305 DOI: 10.1007/s12033-024-01157-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/06/2024]
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In 2019, a worldwide pandemic caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) emerged. SARS-CoV-2 is the deadly microorganism responsible for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which has caused millions of deaths and irreversible health problems worldwide. To restrict the spread of SARS-CoV-2, accurate detection of COVID-19 is essential for the identification and control of infected cases. Although recent detection technologies such as the real-time polymerase chain reaction delivers an accurate diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2, they require a long processing duration, expensive equipment, and highly skilled personnel. Therefore, a rapid diagnosis with accurate results is indispensable to offer effective disease suppression. Nanotechnology is the backbone of current science and technology developments including nanoparticles (NPs) that can biomimic the corona and develop deep interaction with its proteins because of their identical structures on the nanoscale. Various NPs have been extensively applied in numerous medical applications, including implants, biosensors, drug delivery, and bioimaging. Among them, point-of-care biosensors mediated with gold nanoparticles (GNPSs) have received great attention due to their accurate sensing characteristics, which are widely used in the detection of amino acids, enzymes, DNA, and RNA in samples. GNPS have reconstructed the biomedical application of biosensors because of its outstanding physicochemical characteristics. This review provides an overview of emerging trends in GNP-mediated point-of-care biosensor strategies for diagnosing various mutated forms of human coronaviruses that incorporate different transducers and biomarkers. The review also specifically highlights trends in gold nanobiosensors for coronavirus detection, ranging from the initial COVID-19 outbreak to its subsequent evolution into a pandemic.
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- Akhilesh Kumar Yadav
- Department of Environmental Engineering and Management, Chaoyang University of Technology, Taichung, 413310, Taiwan
- Department of Mining Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, 221005, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan, 38451, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Mining Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, 221005, India
- Department of Environmental Science, School of Vocational Studies and Applied Sciences, Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, 201312, India
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- Bioengineering and Nano Medicine Group, Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere University, 33720, Tampere, Finland
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- Department of Chemistry, Karpaga Vinayaga College of Engineering and Technology, GST Road, Chinna Kolambakkam, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, 603308, India
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- Department of Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering, School of Civil, Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering, Manipal University Jaipur, Dehmi Kalan, Off. Jaipur-Ajmeer Expressway, Jaipur, Rajasthan, 303007, India.
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- College of Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Department of Bioengineering, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, 602105, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Persian Gulf Research Institute, Persian Gulf University, Bushehr, 75169, Iran.
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Mustapa MA, Yuzir A, Latif AA, Ambran S, Abdullah N. A nucleic acid-based surface-enhanced Raman scattering of gold nanorods in N-gene integrated principal component analysis for COVID-19 detection. SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA. PART A, MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY 2024; 311:123977. [PMID: 38310743 DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2024.123977] [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: 11/19/2023] [Revised: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 01/28/2024] [Indexed: 02/06/2024]
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A rapid, simple, sensitive, and selective point-of-care diagnosis tool kit is vital for detecting the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) based on the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) strain. Currently, the reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) is the best technique to detect the disease. Although a good sensitivity has been observed in RT-PCR, the isolation and screening process for high sample volume is limited due to the time-consuming and laborious work. This study introduced a nucleic acid-based surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) sensor to detect the nucleocapsid gene (N-gene) of SARS-CoV-2. The Raman scattering signal was amplified using gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) possessing a rod-like morphology to improve the SERS effect, which was approximately 12-15 nm in diameter and 40-50 nm in length. These nanoparticles were functionalised with the single-stranded deoxyribonucleic acid (ssDNA) complemented with the N-gene. Furthermore, the study demonstrates method selectivity by strategically testing the same virus genome at different locations. This focused approach showcases the method's capability to discern specific genetic variations, ensuring accuracy in viral detection. A multivariate statistical analysis technique was then applied to analyse the raw SERS spectra data using the principal component analysis (PCA). An acceptable variance amount was demonstrated by the overall variance (82.4 %) for PC1 and PC2, which exceeded the desired value of 80 %. These results successfully revealed the hidden information in the raw SERS spectra data. The outcome suggested a more significant thymine base detection than other nitrogenous bases at wavenumbers 613, 779, 1219, 1345, and 1382 cm-1. Adenine was also less observed at 734 cm-1, and ssDNA-RNA hybridisations were presented in the ketone with amino base SERS bands in 1746, 1815, 1871, and 1971 cm-1 of the fingerprint. Overall, the N-gene could be detected as low as 0.1 nM within 10 mins of incubation time. This approach could be developed as an alternative point-of-care diagnosis tool kit to detect and monitor the COVID-19 disease.
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- M A Mustapa
- Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering (ChEE), Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, 54100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering (ChEE), Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, 54100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Electronic Systems Engineering (ESE), Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, 54100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering (ChEE), Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, 54100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Kim YJ, Min J. Advances in nanobiosensors during the COVID-19 pandemic and future perspectives for the post-COVID era. NANO CONVERGENCE 2024; 11:3. [PMID: 38206526 PMCID: PMC10784265 DOI: 10.1186/s40580-023-00410-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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The unprecedented threat of the highly contagious virus, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), which causes exponentially increased infections of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), highlights the weak spots of the current diagnostic toolbox. In the midst of catastrophe, nanobiosensors offer a new opportunity as an alternative tool to fill a gap among molecular tests, rapid antigen tests, and serological tests. Nanobiosensors surpass the potential of antigen tests because of their enhanced sensitivity, thus enabling us to see antigens as stable and easy-to-access targets. During the first three years of the COVID-19 pandemic, a substantial number of studies have reported nanobiosensors for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 antigens. The number of articles on nanobiosensors and SARS-CoV-2 exceeds the amount of nanobiosensor research on detecting previous infectious diseases, from influenza to SARS-CoV and MERS-CoV. This unprecedented publishing pace also implies the significance of SARS-CoV-2 and the present pandemic. In this review, 158 studies reporting nanobiosensors for detecting SARS-CoV-2 antigens are collected to discuss the current challenges of nanobiosensors using the criteria of point-of-care (POC) diagnostics along with COVID-specific issues. These advances and lessons during the pandemic pave the way for preparing for the post-COVID era and potential upcoming infectious diseases.
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- Young Jun Kim
- School of Integrative Engineering, Chung-Ang University, Heukseok-Dong, Dongjak-Gu, Seoul, 06974, Republic of Korea
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- School of Integrative Engineering, Chung-Ang University, Heukseok-Dong, Dongjak-Gu, Seoul, 06974, Republic of Korea.
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Liu Y, Li Y, Hang Y, Wang L, Wang J, Bao N, Kim Y, Jang HW. Rapid assays of SARS-CoV-2 virus and noble biosensors by nanomaterials. NANO CONVERGENCE 2024; 11:2. [PMID: 38190075 PMCID: PMC10774473 DOI: 10.1186/s40580-023-00408-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024]
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The COVID-19 outbreak caused by SARS-CoV-2 in late 2019 has spread rapidly across the world to form a global epidemic of respiratory infectious diseases. Increased investigations on diagnostic tools are currently implemented to assist rapid identification of the virus because mass and rapid diagnosis might be the best way to prevent the outbreak of the virus. This critical review discusses the detection principles, fabrication techniques, and applications on the rapid detection of SARS-CoV-2 with three categories: rapid nuclear acid augmentation test, rapid immunoassay test and biosensors. Special efforts were put on enhancement of nanomaterials on biosensors for rapid, sensitive, and low-cost diagnostics of SARS-CoV-2 virus. Future developments are suggested regarding potential candidates in hospitals, clinics and laboratories for control and prevention of large-scale epidemic.
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- Yang Liu
- School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, 226019, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Research Institute of Advanced Materials, Seoul National University, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
- NantongEgens Biotechnology Co., LTD, Nantong, 226019, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, 226019, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, 226019, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- NantongEgens Biotechnology Co., LTD, Nantong, 226019, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Research Institute of Advanced Materials, Seoul National University, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, 226019, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Research Institute of Advanced Materials, Seoul National University, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Research Institute of Advanced Materials, Seoul National University, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea.
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Ebbah E, Amissah A, Kim JH, Driskell JD. SERS-based immunoassay on a plasmonic syringe filter for improved sampling and labeling efficiency of biomarkers. Analyst 2023; 149:221-230. [PMID: 38018888 DOI: 10.1039/d3an01899g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2023]
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Rapid, sensitive, and quantitative detection of biomarkers is needed for early diagnosis of disease and surveillance of infectious outbreaks. Here, we exploit a plasmonic syringe filter and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) in the development of a rapid detection system, using human IgG as a model diagnostic biomarker. The novel assay design facilitates multiple passages of the sample and labeling solution through the detection zone enabling us to investigate and maximize sampling efficiency to the capture substrate. The vertical flow immunoassay process in this study involves the utilization of filter paper embedded with gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) to form a plasmonic substrate. Capture antibody (anti-human IgG) is then immobilized onto the prepared plasmonic paper and inserted into a vertical flow device (syringe filter holder). Sample solution is passed through the filter paper and the target antigen (human IgG) is selectively captured by the immobilized antibody to form an antibody-antigen complex. Next, functionalized AuNPs as extrinsic Raman labels (ERLs) are passed through the filter paper to label the captured biomarker molecules forming a layered structure. This sandwiched geometry enhances plasmonic coupling and SERS signal to provide highly sensitive detection of biomolecules. Systematic studies to investigate the impact of multiple infuse/withdraw cycles of the sample and labeling solutions reveal that antigen and ERL binding are maximized with 10 and 20 cycles, respectively. The optimized assay achieves a detection limit of ∼0.2 ng mL-1 for human IgG with a total assay time of less than 5 minutes, meeting the demands for rapid point of care diagnostics. Additionally, the optimized platform was implemented in the quantitative analysis of the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein, the typical target in commercial, FDA-approved rapid antigen tests for COVID-19.
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- Eunice Ebbah
- Department of Chemistry, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61790, USA.
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- Department of Chemistry, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61790, USA.
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- Department of Chemistry, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61790, USA.
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- Department of Chemistry, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61790, USA.
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Payne TD, Klawa SJ, Jian T, Wang Q, Kim SH, Freeman R, Schultz ZD. From the lab to the field: handheld surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) detection of viral proteins. SENSORS & DIAGNOSTICS 2023; 2:1483-1491. [PMID: 38013762 PMCID: PMC10633093 DOI: 10.1039/d3sd00111c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2023] [Accepted: 07/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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Translating sensors from the lab benchtop to a readily available point-of-need setting is desirable for many fields, including medicine, agriculture, and industry. However, this transition generally suffers from loss of sensitivity, high background signals, and other issues which can impair reproducibility. Here we adapt a label-free surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) sensor for SARS-CoV-2 antigens from a lab-based assay to a handheld device. Utilizing a peptide capture molecule, which we previously employed for a surface-based assay, we optimize a simpler and more cost-efficient nanoparticle-based assay. This new assay allows for the direct detection of these viral antigens by SERS, now with the advantages of robustness and portability. We highlight considerations for nanoparticle modification conditions and warn against methods which can interfere with accurate detection. The comparison of these two assays will help guide further development of SERS-based sensors into devices that can be easily used in point-of-care settings, such as by emergency room nurses, farmers, or quality control technicians.
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- Taylor D Payne
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The Ohio State University Columbus Ohio 43210 USA
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- Department of Applied Physical Sciences, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill North Carolina 27599 USA
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- Department of Applied Physical Sciences, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill North Carolina 27599 USA
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- Department of Applied Physical Sciences, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill North Carolina 27599 USA
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- Department of Applied Physical Sciences, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill North Carolina 27599 USA
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- Department of Applied Physical Sciences, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill North Carolina 27599 USA
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The Ohio State University Columbus Ohio 43210 USA
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Peng S, Husnain Raza Shah S, Mei S, Gene Vong E, Sun Y, Zhan J. RBD-specific single-chain antibody protects against acute lung injury in mice. Int Immunopharmacol 2023; 124:111020. [PMID: 37812969 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2023.111020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2023] [Revised: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/11/2023]
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As SARS-CoV-2 variants continue spreading globally, the discovery of broad spectrum therapeutically active antibodies with retaining good protective activity is a global priority. It was reported that infection with SARS-CoV-2 could cause acute lung injury (ALI) in clinical investigations. Therefore, we discovered that anti-RBD scFv is effective against SARS-CoV-2-induced ALI. To begin, we utilized the receptor binding domain (RBD) of spike glycoprotein as a target to produce single-chain antibodies (scFvs) through an intensive phage display technology. The binding affinity and inhibitory effect of the scFvs were evaluated via ELISA and flow cytometry. Moreover, anti-RBD scFv No.35 significantly prevented ALI caused by LPS and SARS-CoV-2 spike RBD protein in mouse model. Thus, the anti-RBD scFv will aid the development of potential antibody treatments and reduce the inflammatory response of SARS-CoV-2.
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- Shanshan Peng
- Department of Biochemistry and Cancer Institute of the Second Affiliated Hospital (Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Intervention, China National Ministry of Education), School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310056, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Cancer Institute of the Second Affiliated Hospital (Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Intervention, China National Ministry of Education), School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310056, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Cancer Institute of the Second Affiliated Hospital (Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Intervention, China National Ministry of Education), School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310056, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Cancer Institute of the Second Affiliated Hospital (Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Intervention, China National Ministry of Education), School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310056, China
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- Key Lab of Vaccine, Prevention and Control of Infectious Disease of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Hangzhou 310015, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Cancer Institute of the Second Affiliated Hospital (Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Intervention, China National Ministry of Education), School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310056, China.
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McCarthy SD, Tilbury MA, Masterson CH, MacLoughlin R, González HE, Laffey JG, Wall JG, O'Toole D. Aerosol Delivery of a Novel Recombinant Modified Superoxide Dismutase Protein Reduces Oxidant Injury and Attenuates Escherichia coli Induced Lung Injury in Rats. J Aerosol Med Pulm Drug Deliv 2023; 36:246-256. [PMID: 37638822 DOI: 10.1089/jamp.2022.0069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/29/2023] Open
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Background: Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a life-threatening respiratory failure syndrome with diverse etiologies characterized by increased permeability of alveolar-capillary membranes, pulmonary edema, and acute onset hypoxemia. During the ARDS acute phase, neutrophil infiltration into the alveolar space results in uncontrolled release of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and proteases, overwhelming antioxidant defenses and causing alveolar epithelial and lung endothelial injury. Objectives: To investigate the therapeutic potential of a novel recombinant human Cu-Zn-superoxide dismutase (SOD) fusion protein in protecting against ROS injury and for aerosolized SOD delivery to treat Escherichia coli induced ARDS. Methods: Fusion proteins incorporating human Cu-Zn-SOD (hSOD1), with (pep1-hSOD1-his) and without (hSOD1-his) a fused hyaluronic acid-binding peptide, were expressed in E. coli. Purified proteins were evaluated in in vitro assays with human bronchial epithelial cells and through aerosolized delivery to the lung of an E. coli-induced ARDS rat model. Results: SOD proteins exhibited high SOD activity in vitro and protected bronchial epithelial cells from oxidative damage. hSOD1-his and pep1-hSOD1-his retained SOD activity postnebulization and exhibited no adverse effects in the rat. Pep1-hSOD1-his administered through instillation or nebulization to the lung of an E. coli-induced pneumonia rat improved arterial oxygenation and lactate levels compared to vehicle after 48 hours. Static lung compliance was improved when the pep1-hSOD1-his protein was delivered by instillation. White cell infiltration to the lung was significantly reduced by aerosolized delivery of protein, and reduction of cytokine-induced neutrophil chemoattractant-1, interferon-gamma, and interleukin 6 pro-inflammatory cytokine concentrations in bronchoalveolar lavage was observed. Conclusions: Aerosol delivery of a novel recombinant modified SOD protein reduces oxidant injury and attenuates E. coli induced lung injury in rats. The results provide a strong basis for further investigation of the therapeutic potential of hSOD1 in the treatment of ARDS.
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- Sean D McCarthy
- SFI Centre for Medical Devices (CÚRAM), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Regenerative Medicine Institute (REMEDI), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Discipline of Anaesthesia, School of Medicine, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- SFI Centre for Medical Devices (CÚRAM), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Microbiology, School of Biological and Chemical Sciences, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- SFI Centre for Medical Devices (CÚRAM), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Regenerative Medicine Institute (REMEDI), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Microbiology, School of Biological and Chemical Sciences, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- SFI Centre for Medical Devices (CÚRAM), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Regenerative Medicine Institute (REMEDI), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Discipline of Anaesthesia, School of Medicine, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- SFI Centre for Medical Devices (CÚRAM), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Regenerative Medicine Institute (REMEDI), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Discipline of Anaesthesia, School of Medicine, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- SFI Centre for Medical Devices (CÚRAM), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Microbiology, School of Biological and Chemical Sciences, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- SFI Centre for Medical Devices (CÚRAM), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Regenerative Medicine Institute (REMEDI), University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Discipline of Anaesthesia, School of Medicine, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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Zhang H, Zhang C, Wang Z, Cao W, Yu M, Sun Y. Antibody- and aptamer-free SERS substrate for ultrasensitive and anti-interference detection of SARS-CoV-2 spike protein in untreated saliva. Biosens Bioelectron 2023; 237:115457. [PMID: 37321043 PMCID: PMC10247595 DOI: 10.1016/j.bios.2023.115457] [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: 03/17/2023] [Revised: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Sensitive and anti-interference detection of targeted signal(s) in body fluids is one of the paramount tasks in biosensing. Overcoming the complication and high cost of antibody/aptamer-modification, surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) based on antibody/aptamer-free (AAF) substrates has shown great promise, yet with rather limited detection sensitivity. Herein, we report ultrasensitive and anti-interference detection of SARS-CoV-2 spike protein in untreated saliva by an AAF SERS substrate, applying the evanescent field induced by the high-order waveguide modes of well-defined nanorods for SERS for the first time. A detection limit of 3.6 × 10-17 M and 1.6 × 10-16 M are obtained in phosphate buffered saline and untreated saliva, respectively; the detection limits are three orders of magnitude improved than the best records from AAF substrates. This work unlocks an exciting path to design AAF SERS substrates for ultrasensitive biosensing, not limited to detection of viral antigens.
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- Hong Zhang
- School of Instrumentation Science and Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, 150001, Heilonɡjianɡ, PR China
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- School of Instrumentation Science and Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, 150001, Heilonɡjianɡ, PR China
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- School of Instrumentation Science and Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, 150001, Heilonɡjianɡ, PR China
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- School of Instrumentation Science and Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, 150001, Heilonɡjianɡ, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Urban Water Resource and Environment, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, 150001, Heilonɡjianɡ, PR China.
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- School of Instrumentation Science and Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, 150001, Heilonɡjianɡ, PR China.
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Garg N, Kunamneni AS, Garg P, Sharma S, Sharma D, Kunamneni A. Antiviral Drugs and Vaccines for Omicron Variant: A Focused Review. THE CANADIAN JOURNAL OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES & MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY = JOURNAL CANADIEN DES MALADIES INFECTIEUSES ET DE LA MICROBIOLOGIE MEDICALE 2023; 2023:6695533. [PMID: 37719798 PMCID: PMC10504046 DOI: 10.1155/2023/6695533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2023] [Revised: 08/14/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023]
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The Omicron variant of concern (VOC) replaced the delta variant rapidly and became the predominant strain due to more mutations in spike protein and receptor-binding domain (RBD) enhancing its infectivity and binding affinity. The severity of the illness is less than that of the delta variant. Omicron is nonsusceptible to REGEN-COV™ and bamlanivimab with etesevimab. Drugs that are effective against the Omicron variant are oral antiviral drugs such as Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir/ritonavir), remdesivir, sotrovimab, and molnupiravir. The potency of sotrovimab is reduced to 3-fold against Omicron, and 8-fold reduction in potency with sotrovimab is found in a particular variant of Omicron with a R346K substitution in spike protein. There are neither clinical trials comparing the efficacy of these 4 therapies with each other nor any data on a combination of two or more therapies. The current recommendation for mild-moderate, nonhospitalized patients who are at a high risk of disease progression is to use Paxlovid as the first-line option. If Paxlovid is not available or cannot be administered due to drug interactions, then the next best choice is sotrovimab. The third choice is remdesivir if sotrovimab is also not available and molnupiravir is to be given if the other three options are not available or cannot be administered. For prevention, 2130 (cilgavimab) in combination with COV2-2196 (tixagevimab) has been effective against BA.2 only. LY-CoV1404 (bebtelovimab) is recently authorized as it is effective against all sublineages of the Omicron variant. Regarding vaccine efficacy (VE), the 3-dose VE with mRNA vaccines at 14-60 days was found to be 71.6%, and after 60 days, it is 47.4%. There is a 34-38-fold reduction of neutralizing activity with prebooster sera and a 19-fold reduction with booster sera for the Omicron variant. This probably explains the reason for worldwide breakthrough infections with the Omicron variant with waning immunity. The neutralizing antibody response against Omicron elicited by the bivalent vaccine is superior to that of the ancestral Wuhan strain, without any safety concerns. For future advances, the ribosome display technology can be applied for the generation of human single-chain fragment variable (scFv) antibodies from B cells of recovered patients against Omicron and other Coronavirus variants as they are easier and faster to produce and have high affinity and high specificity.
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- Nidhi Garg
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, GLA University, Mathura, India
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab 144411, India
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- Department of Microbiology, Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi 110001, India
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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Guo C, Yin X, Yao S. The effect of MicroRNAs variants on idiopathic recurrent pregnancy loss. J Assist Reprod Genet 2023; 40:1589-1595. [PMID: 37199867 PMCID: PMC10352210 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-023-02827-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2022] [Accepted: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Although the importance of miRNA variants in female reproductive disorders has been frequently reported, the association between miRNA polymorphisms and recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) has been poorly studied. In this study, we aimed to assess the correlation of four different miRNA variants to unexplained RPL. METHODS AND RESULTS The prevalence of four SNPs including miR-21 rs1292037, miR-155-5p rs767649, miR-218-2 rs11134527, and miR-605 rs2043556 in 280 cases with iRPL and 280 controls was performed. The DNA was extracted from all subjects and the SNPs were genotyped using RFLP-PCR methods. The data revealed that rs1292037 and rs767649 were significantly associated with higher rates of iRPL in patients compared with controls while rs11134527 and rs2043556 showed no association with increased rates of iRPL among patients. The haplotypes T-A-G-G and T-A-G-A were the most frequent in both cases and controls. Three haplotypes including T-T-G-A, C-T-G-G, and T-A-A-A showed significantly different frequencies in patients in comparison to healthy females. CONCLUSION This study suggests that rs1292037 and rs767649 could be risk factors for increased rates of iRPL.
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- Chunlei Guo
- Department of Obstetrics, Hengshui People's Hospital, 180 East Renmin Rd, Hengshui, 053000, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, Hengshui People's Hospital, 180 East Renmin Rd, Hengshui, 053000, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, Hengshui People's Hospital, 180 East Renmin Rd, Hengshui, 053000, China.
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Yaghoobizadeh F, Ardakani MR, Ranjbar MM, Galehdari H, Khosravi M. Expression, purification, and study on the efficiency of a new potent recombinant scFv antibody against the SARS-CoV-2 spike RBD in E. coli BL21. Protein Expr Purif 2023; 203:106210. [PMID: 36473692 PMCID: PMC9719605 DOI: 10.1016/j.pep.2022.106210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Revised: 11/19/2022] [Accepted: 11/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022]
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Many efforts have been made around the world to combat SARS-CoV-2. Among these are recombinant antibodies considered to be suitable as an alternative for some diagnostics/therapeutics. Based on their importance, this study aimed to investigate the expression, purification, and efficiency of a new potent recombinant scFv in the E. coli BL21 (DE3) system. The expression studies were performed after confirming the scFv cloning into the pET28a vector using specific PCRs. After comprehensive expression studies, a suitable strategy was adopted to extract and purify periplasmic proteins using Ni2+-NTA resin. Besides the purified scFv, the crude bacterial lysate was also used to develop a sandwich ELISA (S-ELISA) for the detection of SARS-CoV-2. The use of PCR, E. coli expression system, western blotting (WB), and S-ELISA confirmed the functionality of this potent scFv. Moreover, the crude bacterial lysate also showed good potential for detecting SARS-CoV-2. This could be decreasing the costs and ease its utilization for large-scale applications. The production of high-quality recombinant proteins is essential for humankind. Moreover, with attention to the more aggressive nature of SARS-CoV-2 than other coronaviruses, the development of an effective detection method is urgent. Based on our knowledge, this study is one of the limited investigations in two fields: (1) The production of anti-SARS-CoV-2 scFv using E. coli [as a cheap heterologous host] in relatively high amounts and with good stability, and (2) Designing a sensitive S-ELISA for its detection. It may also be utilized as potent therapeutics after further investigations.
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- Department of Biology, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Khouzestan, Iran
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- Department of Pathobiology, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Khouzestan, Iran
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Meng F, Zhao A, Lu H, Zou D, Dong B, Wang X, Liu L, Zhou S. KISS1 Gene Variations and Susceptibility to Idiopathic Recurrent Pregnancy Loss. Reprod Sci 2023:10.1007/s43032-023-01203-1. [PMID: 36854822 DOI: 10.1007/s43032-023-01203-1] [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: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023]
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It is widely accepted that kisspeptin plays an integral role in the regulation of reproduction. Genetic variations in the KISS1 gene have been frequently reported to be linked to reproductive diseases, but there is still a lack of data on the association between KISS1 variations and female reproductive disorders. The present study aimed to examine the association of three missense SNPs in the KISS1 gene including rs12998, rs35431622, and rs4889 in association with idiopathic recurrent pregnancy loss (iRPL). A total of 720 individuals were recruited in this study. The DNA from the blood sample was extracted and genotyped using the PCR method. Haplotype and linkage disequilibrium (LD) have also been analyzed. The results of this study suggested that rs12998 G > A and rs4889 C > G had a significant association with iRPL (p < 0.05); while rs35431622 A > G didn't indicate any association with iRPL. A significant association was also found for three haplotypes including C-A-A, G-G-G, and G-G-A in this population. The analysis also showed a significant LD between rs12998 and rs35431622 (P < 0.0005). The rs12998 G > A and rs4889 C > G variants of KISS1 are linked to unexplained recurrent pregnancy loss and may be risk factors for this disease.
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- Fanting Meng
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzhou High Tech Zone People's Hospital, No. 95, Huashan Road, High Tech Zone, Suzhou, 215129, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzhou High Tech Zone People's Hospital, No. 95, Huashan Road, High Tech Zone, Suzhou, 215129, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzhou High Tech Zone People's Hospital, No. 95, Huashan Road, High Tech Zone, Suzhou, 215129, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzhou High Tech Zone People's Hospital, No. 95, Huashan Road, High Tech Zone, Suzhou, 215129, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzhou High Tech Zone People's Hospital, No. 95, Huashan Road, High Tech Zone, Suzhou, 215129, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzhou High Tech Zone People's Hospital, No. 95, Huashan Road, High Tech Zone, Suzhou, 215129, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzhou High Tech Zone People's Hospital, No. 95, Huashan Road, High Tech Zone, Suzhou, 215129, Jiangsu Province, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzhou High Tech Zone People's Hospital, No. 95, Huashan Road, High Tech Zone, Suzhou, 215129, Jiangsu Province, China.
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Beeram R, Vepa KR, Soma VR. Recent Trends in SERS-Based Plasmonic Sensors for Disease Diagnostics, Biomolecules Detection, and Machine Learning Techniques. BIOSENSORS 2023; 13:328. [PMID: 36979540 PMCID: PMC10046859 DOI: 10.3390/bios13030328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2023] [Revised: 02/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy/scattering (SERS) has evolved into a popular tool for applications in biology and medicine owing to its ease-of-use, non-destructive, and label-free approach. Advances in plasmonics and instrumentation have enabled the realization of SERS's full potential for the trace detection of biomolecules, disease diagnostics, and monitoring. We provide a brief review on the recent developments in the SERS technique for biosensing applications, with a particular focus on machine learning techniques used for the same. Initially, the article discusses the need for plasmonic sensors in biology and the advantage of SERS over existing techniques. In the later sections, the applications are organized as SERS-based biosensing for disease diagnosis focusing on cancer identification and respiratory diseases, including the recent SARS-CoV-2 detection. We then discuss progress in sensing microorganisms, such as bacteria, with a particular focus on plasmonic sensors for detecting biohazardous materials in view of homeland security. At the end of the article, we focus on machine learning techniques for the (a) identification, (b) classification, and (c) quantification in SERS for biology applications. The review covers the work from 2010 onwards, and the language is simplified to suit the needs of the interdisciplinary audience.
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Gu MM, Guan PC, Xu SS, Li HM, Kou YC, Lin XD, Kathiresan M, Song Y, Zhang YJ, Jin SZ, Li JF. Ultrasensitive detection of SARS-CoV-2 S protein with aptamers biosensor based on surface-enhanced Raman scattering. J Chem Phys 2023; 158:024203. [PMID: 36641419 DOI: 10.1063/5.0130011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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A rapid and accurate diagnostic modality is essential to prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2. In this study, we proposed a SARS-CoV-2 detection sensor based on surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) to achieve rapid and ultrasensitive detection. The sensor utilized spike protein deoxyribonucleic acid aptamers with strong affinity as the recognition entity to achieve high specificity. The spherical cocktail aptamers-gold nanoparticles (SCAP) SERS substrate was used as the base and Au nanoparticles modified with the Raman reporter molecule that resonates with the excitation light and spike protein aptamers were used as the SERS nanoprobe. The SCAP substrate and SERS nanoprobes were used to target and capture the SARS-CoV-2 S protein to form a sandwich structure on the Au film substrate, which can generate ultra-strong "hot spots" to achieve ultrasensitive detection. Analysis of SARS-CoV-2 S protein was performed by monitoring changes in SERS peak intensity on a SCAP SERS substrate-based detection platform. This assay detects S protein with a LOD of less than 0.7 fg mL-1 and pseudovirus as low as 0.8 TU mL-1 in about 12 min. The results of the simulated oropharyngeal swab system in this study indicated the possibility of it being used for clinical detection, providing a potential option for rapid and accurate diagnosis and more effective control of SARS-CoV-2 transmission.
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- Man-Man Gu
- Key Laboratory for Modern Measurement Technology and Instruments of Zhejiang Province, China Jiliang University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, iChEM, MOE Key Laboratory of Spectrochemical Analysis and Instrumentation, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Energy, College of Materials, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, iChEM, MOE Key Laboratory of Spectrochemical Analysis and Instrumentation, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Energy, College of Materials, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, iChEM, MOE Key Laboratory of Spectrochemical Analysis and Instrumentation, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Energy, College of Materials, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, iChEM, MOE Key Laboratory of Spectrochemical Analysis and Instrumentation, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Energy, College of Materials, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, iChEM, MOE Key Laboratory of Spectrochemical Analysis and Instrumentation, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Energy, College of Materials, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China
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- Electro-Organic Division, CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute, Karaikudi 630003, India
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- State Key Laboratory for Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, iChEM, MOE Key Laboratory of Spectrochemical Analysis and Instrumentation, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Energy, College of Materials, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, iChEM, MOE Key Laboratory of Spectrochemical Analysis and Instrumentation, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Energy, College of Materials, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China
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- Key Laboratory for Modern Measurement Technology and Instruments of Zhejiang Province, China Jiliang University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Key Laboratory for Modern Measurement Technology and Instruments of Zhejiang Province, China Jiliang University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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Sun Y, Xie Z, Pei F, Hu W, Feng S, Hao Q, Liu B, Mu X, Lei W, Tong Z. Trimetallic Au@Pd@Pt nanozyme-enhanced lateral flow immunoassay for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein. ANALYTICAL METHODS : ADVANCING METHODS AND APPLICATIONS 2022; 14:5091-5099. [PMID: 36468531 DOI: 10.1039/d2ay01530g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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The rapid spread of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) seriously threatened global public health. Establishing a rapid and sensitive diagnostic test for early detection of the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein is urgently required to defend against the pandemic. Herein, an enhanced lateral flow immunoassay (LFIA) was fabricated by trimetallic Au@Pd@Pt core-shell nanozymes for detection of the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein. The Au@Pd@Pt nanozymes (Au@Pd@Pt NZs) synthesized via a one-pot method, with a dendrite morphology and uniform particle size, showed excellent peroxidase-like activity. Due to the perfect enzyme-like catalytic activity toward 3,3',5,5'-tetramethylbenzidine (TMB) in the presence of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), the catalytic signal could be generated even by a tiny amount of Au@Pd@Pt NZs accumulated on the test strip. Therefore, rapid detection with higher sensitivity was achieved. The Au@Pd@Pt NZs-based LFIA provided a quantitative range of 0.05-100 ng mL-1 with a limit of detection of 0.037 ng mL-1, which was 17-fold lower than the LFIA without enhancement. The average recoveries from spiked samples were in the range of 92.5-107.9% with relative standard deviations all less than 4%, indicating the reliability and repeatability of the proposed LFIA. Additionally, the proposed LFIA could report results within 30 min using a microplate reader. In conclusion, the Au@Pd@Pt NZs-LFIA is a rapid, simple, and sensitive method for detecting the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein.
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- Yue Sun
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, JiangSu, China.
- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing 102205, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, JiangSu, China.
- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing 102205, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, JiangSu, China.
- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing 102205, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing 102205, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, JiangSu, China.
- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing 102205, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, JiangSu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing 102205, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing 102205, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, JiangSu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing 102205, China.
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Lei C, Sun N, Wu H, Zhao Y, Yu C, Janani BJ, Fakhri A. Bio-photoelectrochemical degradation, and photocatalysis process by the fabrication of copper oxide/zinc cadmium sulfide heterojunction nanocomposites: Mechanism, microbial community and antifungal analysis. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 308:136375. [PMID: 36088970 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.136375] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2022] [Revised: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 09/05/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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In this work, the fabrication of the CuO on ZnCdS as a heterojunction nanocomposites were conducted by hydrothermal method and the synthesis method was confirmed by the XRD, XPS, EDS, UV-vis spectrum analysis. The CuO/ZnCdS was used as a photocathode in the bio-photoelectrochemical system (BPES) for tetracycline (TC) degradation under solar irradiation. The CuO/ZnCdS photocathode indicated substantial photocatalytic efficiency for TC degradation, due to the fast separation and transfer of photogenerated carriers. The ESR test evaluates the mechanism of degradation, and shows that ·OH, and ·O2- were contributed to TC degradation. The TC degradation was 1.59 times higher than the unilluminated process (98.72% vs 61.71). The photocatalysis test shows that the TC was degraded about 90.5% in 1.5 h. Then, the synthesized CuO/ZnCdS nanocomposites were studied for the biological application such as antifungal activities. CuO/ZnCdS nanocomposites depicted substantial antimicrobial activity versus Candida-albicans by in vitro process. Therefore, this study suggests the novel system for the antibiotics degradation, and as antifungal application.
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- Chao Lei
- College of Biology and Environmental Engineering, Zhejiang Shuren University, Hangzhou, 310015, China
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- College of Biology and Environmental Engineering, Zhejiang Shuren University, Hangzhou, 310015, China
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- College of Biology and Environmental Engineering, Zhejiang Shuren University, Hangzhou, 310015, China
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- College of Biology and Environmental Engineering, Zhejiang Shuren University, Hangzhou, 310015, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Hangzhou, 310051, China.
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- Department of Chemistry, Academy of Materials Science, Navi Mumbai, India
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Antoine D, Mohammadi M, McDermott CE, Walsh E, Johnson PA, Wawrousek KE, Wall JG. Isolation of SARS-CoV-2-blocking recombinant antibody fragments and characterisation of their binding to variant spike proteins. FRONTIERS IN NANOTECHNOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.3389/fnano.2022.1028186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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COVID-19 is a severe acute respiratory disease caused by SARS-CoV-2. From its initial appearance in Wuhan, China in 2019, it developed rapidly into a global pandemic. In addition to vaccines, therapeutic antibodies play an important role in immediately treating susceptible individuals to lessen severity of the disease. In this study, phage display technology was utilised to isolate human scFv antibody fragments that bind the receptor-binding domain (RBD) of SARS-CoV-2 Wuhan-Hu-1 spike protein. Of eight RBD-binding scFvs isolated, two inhibited interaction of RBD with ACE2 protein on VeroE6 cells. Both scFvs also exhibited binding to SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant spike protein but not to Omicron variant spike protein in a Raman spectroscopy immunotest. The study demonstrates the potential of recombinant antibody approaches to rapidly isolate antibody moieties with virus neutralisation potential.
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Mohammadi M, Antoine D, Vitt M, Dickie JM, Sultana Jyoti S, Wall JG, Johnson PA, Wawrousek KE. A fast, ultrasensitive SERS immunoassay to detect SARS-CoV-2 in saliva. Anal Chim Acta 2022; 1229:340290. [PMID: 36156215 PMCID: PMC9395977 DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2022.340290] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2022] [Revised: 08/11/2022] [Accepted: 08/17/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the need for accurate, rapid, point-of-care diagnostics to control disease transmission. We have developed a simple, ultrasensitive single-particle surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) immunoassay to detect the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein in saliva. This assay relies on the use of single chain Fv (scFv) recombinant antibody expressed in E. coli to bind the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein. Recombinant scFv labeled with a SERS-active dye in solution is mixed with unlabeled scFv conjugated to gold-coated magnetic nanoparticles and a sample to be tested. In the presence of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, immunocomplexes form and concentrate the labeled scFv close to the gold surface of the nanoparticles, causing an increased SERS signal. The assay detects inactivated SARS-CoV-2 virus and spike protein in saliva at concentrations of 1.94 × 103 genomes mL-1 and 4.7 fg mL-1, respectively, making this direct detection antigen test only 2-3 times less sensitive than some qRT-PCR tests. All tested SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins, including those from alpha, beta, gamma, delta, and omicron variants, were detected without recognition of the closely related SARS and MERS spike proteins. This 30 min, no-wash assay requires only mixing, a magnetic separation step, and signal measurements using a hand-held, battery-powered Raman spectrometer, making this assay ideal for ultrasensitive detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus at the point-of-care.
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- Moein Mohammadi
- Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming, 1000 E. University Ave. Dept. 3295, Laramie, WY, 82071, USA
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- Microbiology, School of Biological and Chemical Sciences, and SFI Centre for Medical Devices (CÚRAM), University of Galway, Galway H91 TK33, Ireland
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- Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming, 1000 E. University Ave. Dept. 3295, Laramie, WY, 82071, USA
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- Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming, 1000 E. University Ave. Dept. 3295, Laramie, WY, 82071, USA
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- Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming, 1000 E. University Ave. Dept. 3295, Laramie, WY, 82071, USA
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- Microbiology, School of Biological and Chemical Sciences, and SFI Centre for Medical Devices (CÚRAM), University of Galway, Galway H91 TK33, Ireland
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- Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming, 1000 E. University Ave. Dept. 3295, Laramie, WY, 82071, USA
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- Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming, 1000 E. University Ave. Dept. 3295, Laramie, WY, 82071, USA.
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An F, Sayed BT, Parra RMR, Hamad MH, Sivaraman R, Zanjani Foumani Z, Rushchitc AA, El-Maghawry E, Alzhrani RM, Alshehri S, M. AboRas K. Machine learning model for prediction of drug solubility in supercritical solvent: Modeling and experimental validation. J Mol Liq 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2022.119901] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Seo H, Lubis ADM, Lee S. A Novel Specific Single-Chain Variable Fragment Diagnostic System for Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia Virus. MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY (NEW YORK, N.Y.) 2022; 24:979-990. [PMID: 36071349 DOI: 10.1007/s10126-022-10161-9] [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: 07/05/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Viral hemorrhagic septicemia virus (VHSV), one of the most important viral marine pathogens worldwide, has a broad range of hosts, such as members of the families Salmonidae and Paralichthyidae. In addition to being highly contagious, VHSV causes high lethality. The transmission of VHSV can be both vertical and horizontal. In fish, the resolution of VHSV infection is challenging. Thus, early diagnosis of VHSV infections is critical, especially in fish farms that have a high population of juvenile fish. Serological methods are commonly used to detect viral antigens. However, limited serological methods are available for marine viruses. In this study, a VHSV-specific single-chain variable fragment (scFv), E5, was selected using the yeast surface display and phage display systems. scFv, a type of recombinant antibody, comprises a variable heavy chain ([Formula: see text]) and a variable light chain ([Formula: see text]) connected by a polypeptide linker. An scFv clone was selected from the VHSV glycoprotein-expressing yeast cells using the bio-panning method. The scFv-encoding gene was subcloned and expressed in the Escherichia coli expression system. The binding affinity of the expressed and purified scFv protein was determined using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and western blotting. Thus, this study reported a method to identify VHSV-specific scFv using bio-panning that can be utilized to develop a diagnostic system for other viruses.
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- Haneul Seo
- Celtech Laboratory, Department of Integrative Biotechnology, College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Celtech Laboratory, Department of Integrative Biotechnology, College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Celtech Laboratory, Department of Integrative Biotechnology, College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Republic of Korea.
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Zhang M, Zhou S, Obaid NH, Altimari US, Adel Mohammed M, Kareem Obaid Aldulaim A, Salaam Abood E, Kotb H, Enayati A, Khori V, Mirzaei H, Salehi A, Soltani A, Sani Sarjadi M, Lutfor Rahman M. Chromenone-based GSK-3β inhibitors as potential therapeutic targets for cardiovascular diseases: in silico study, molecular dynamics, and ADMET profiles. ARAB J CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.arabjc.2022.104288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Green Process of Fuel Production under Porous γ-Al2O3 Catalyst: Study of Activation and Deactivation Kinetic for MTD Process. ARAB J CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.arabjc.2022.104287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Ezat SA, Haji AI. Study of association between different microRNA variants and the risk of idiopathic recurrent pregnancy loss. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2022; 306:1281-1286. [PMID: 35841423 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-022-06663-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2022] [Accepted: 06/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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AIM Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) is a common reproductive disorder among women and a major cause of infertility among them; however, the underlying causes of RPL remain unknown which have led to great difficulties and complications in the treatment. MicroRNAs (miRNA) have been shown to be a potential diagnosis tools in different reproductive disorders. This study aimed to investigate the association of four different miRNA variants with the risk of idiopathic RPL (iRPL). METHODS A total of 450 women including 225 patients and 225 controls were recruited in this study. DNA was extracted, and genotyped by PCR method. Haplotype analysis, as well as linkage disequilibrium between SNPs, was performed. CONCLUSION This study suggested that rs4636297, rs41291957, and rs353292, but not rs531564 can play a risk factor role for iRLP.
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- Shayma Abd Ezat
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Medicine, Iraqi Board in Obstetrics/Gynecology, Hawler Medical University, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, 54612504, Iraq.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternity Teaching Hospital, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
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AuNP-based biosensors for the diagnosis of pathogenic human coronaviruses: COVID-19 pandemic developments. Anal Bioanal Chem 2022; 414:7069-7084. [PMID: 35781591 PMCID: PMC9251037 DOI: 10.1007/s00216-022-04193-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2022] [Revised: 06/17/2022] [Accepted: 06/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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The outbreak rate of human coronaviruses (CoVs) especially highly pathogenic CoVs is increasing alarmingly. Early detection of these viruses allows treatment interventions to be provided more quickly to people at higher risk, as well as helping to identify asymptomatic carriers and isolate them as quickly as possible, thus preventing the disease transmission chain. The current diagnostic methods such as RT-PCR are not ideal due to high cost, low accuracy, low speed, and probability of false results. Therefore, a reliable and accurate method for the detection of CoVs in biofluids can become a front-line tool in order to deal with the spread of these deadly viruses. Currently, the nanomaterial-based sensing devices for detection of human coronaviruses from laboratory diagnosis to point-of-care (PoC) diagnosis are progressing rapidly. Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) have revolutionized the field of biosensors because of the outstanding optical and electrochemical properties. In this review paper, a detailed overview of AuNP-based biosensing strategies with the varied transducers (electrochemical, optical, etc.) and also different biomarkers (protein antigens and nucleic acids) was presented for the detection of human coronaviruses including SARS-CoV-2, SARS-CoV-1, and MERS-CoV and lowly pathogenic CoVs. The present review highlights the newest trends in the SARS-CoV-2 nanobiosensors from the beginning of the COVID-19 epidemic until 2022. We hope that the presented examples in this review paper convince readers that AuNPs are a suitable platform for the designing of biosensors.
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Liu W, Zhao R, Su X, Mohamed A, Diana T. Development and validation of machine learning models for prediction of nanomedicine solubility in supercritical solvent for advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing. J Mol Liq 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2022.119208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Leonardi AA, Sciuto EL, Lo Faro MJ, Morganti D, Midiri A, Spinella C, Conoci S, Irrera A, Fazio B. Molecular Fingerprinting of the Omicron Variant Genome of SARS-CoV-2 by SERS Spectroscopy. NANOMATERIALS 2022; 12:nano12132134. [PMID: 35807972 PMCID: PMC9268696 DOI: 10.3390/nano12132134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2022] [Revised: 06/15/2022] [Accepted: 06/18/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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The continuing accumulation of mutations in the RNA genome of the SARS-CoV-2 virus generates an endless succession of highly contagious variants that cause concern around the world due to their antibody resistance and the failure of current diagnostic techniques to detect them in a timely manner. Raman spectroscopy represents a promising alternative to variants detection and recognition techniques, thanks to its ability to provide a characteristic spectral fingerprint of the biological samples examined under all circumstances. In this work we exploit the surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) properties of a silver dendrite layer to explore, for the first time to our knowledge, the distinctive features of the Omicron variant genome. We obtain a complex spectral signal of the Omicron variant genome where the fingerprints of nucleobases in nucleosides are clearly unveiled and assigned in detail. Furthermore, the fractal SERS layer offers the presence of confined spatial regions in which the analyte remains trapped under hydration conditions. This opens up the prospects for a prompt spectral identification of the genome in its physiological habitat and for a study on its activity and variability.
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- Antonio Alessio Leonardi
- Dipartimento di Fisica e Astronomia “Ettore Majorana”, Università degli Studi di Catania, Via S. Sofia 64, 95123 Catania, Italy; (A.A.L.); (M.J.L.F.)
- CNR-IMM Catania University, Istituto per la Microelettronica e Microsistemi, Via S. Sofia 64, 95123 Catania, Italy
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- Lab SENS CNR, Beyond NANO, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy; (E.L.S.); (C.S.); (S.C.)
- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Biologiche, Farmaceutiche, ed Ambientali, Università degli Studi di Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy;
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- Dipartimento di Fisica e Astronomia “Ettore Majorana”, Università degli Studi di Catania, Via S. Sofia 64, 95123 Catania, Italy; (A.A.L.); (M.J.L.F.)
- CNR-IMM Catania University, Istituto per la Microelettronica e Microsistemi, Via S. Sofia 64, 95123 Catania, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Biologiche, Farmaceutiche, ed Ambientali, Università degli Studi di Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy;
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- Dipartimento di Patologia Umana, Università di Messina, Via Consolare Valeria 1, (Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico “G. Martino”), 98125 Messina, Italy;
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- Lab SENS CNR, Beyond NANO, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy; (E.L.S.); (C.S.); (S.C.)
- CNR-IMM Istituto per la Microelettronica e Microsistemi, Zona Industriale, VIII Strada 5, 95121 Catania, Italy
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- Lab SENS CNR, Beyond NANO, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy; (E.L.S.); (C.S.); (S.C.)
- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Biologiche, Farmaceutiche, ed Ambientali, Università degli Studi di Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy;
- CNR-IMM Istituto per la Microelettronica e Microsistemi, Zona Industriale, VIII Strada 5, 95121 Catania, Italy
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- Lab SENS CNR, Beyond NANO, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy; (E.L.S.); (C.S.); (S.C.)
- CNR-IPCF, Istituto per i Processi Chimico-Fisici, Viale F. Stagno D’Alcontres 37, 98158 Messina, Italy
- Correspondence: (A.I.); (B.F.)
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- Lab SENS CNR, Beyond NANO, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy; (E.L.S.); (C.S.); (S.C.)
- CNR-IPCF, Istituto per i Processi Chimico-Fisici, Viale F. Stagno D’Alcontres 37, 98158 Messina, Italy
- Correspondence: (A.I.); (B.F.)
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Xie Y, Mirzaei M, Kahrizi MS, Shabestari AM, Riahi SM, Farsimadan M, Roviello G. SARS-CoV-2 effects on sperm parameters: a meta-analysis study. J Assist Reprod Genet 2022; 39:1555-1563. [PMID: 35716338 PMCID: PMC9206101 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-022-02540-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Accepted: 06/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Aim The rapid outbreak of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic posed challenges across different medical fields, especially reproductive health, and gave rise to concerns regarding the effects of SARS-CoV-2 on male infertility, owing to the fact that the male reproductive system indicated to be extremely vulnerable to SARS-CoV-2 infection. Only a small number of studies have investigated the effects of SARS-CoV-2 on male reproduction, but the results are not consistent. So, we performed this meta-analysis to draw a clearer picture and evaluate the impacts of COVID-19 on male reproductive system. Method We searched Embase, Web of Science, PubMed, and Google Scholar databases to identify the potentially relevant studies. Standardized mean difference (SMD) with 95% confidence interval (CI) was applied to assess the relationship. Heterogeneity testing, sensitivity analysis, and publication bias testing were also performed. Results A total of twelve studies including 7 case control investigations and 5 retrospective cohort studies were found relevant and chosen for our research. Our result showed that different sperm parameters including semen volume [SMD = − 0.27 (− 0.46, − 1.48) (p = 0.00)], sperm concentration [SMD = − 0.41 (− 0.67, − 0.15) (p = 0.002)], sperm count [SMD = − 0.30 (− 0.44, − 0.17) (p = 0.00)], sperm motility [SMD = − 0.66 (− 0.98, − 0.33) (p = 0.00)], and progressive motility [SMD = − 0.35 (− 0.61, − 0.08) (p = 0.01)] were negatively influenced by SARS-CoV-2 infection. However, sperm concentration (p = 0.07) and progressive motility (p = 0.61) were not found to be significantly associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection in case control studies. No publication bias was detected. Conclusion The present study revealed the vulnerability of semen quality to SARS-CoV-2 infection. Our data showed a strong association of different sperm parameters with SARS-CoV-2 infection. The results suggested that SARS-CoV-2 infection in patients may negatively influence their fertility potential in a short-term period, but more studies are needed to decide about the long-term effects.
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- Yuanzhi Xie
- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, Fujian, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Roudehen Branch, Islamic Azad University, Roudehen, Iran
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- Cardiovascular Diseases Research Center, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Medicine, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran.
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Florence, Viale Pieraccini, 6, 50139, Florence, Italy.
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Liu Z, Li C, Razavi R. Metals doped carbon nanotubes and carbon nanocages (Co2-CNT(8, 0) and Sc2-C78) as catalysts of ORR in fuel cells. J Mol Graph Model 2022; 115:108212. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jmgm.2022.108212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2022] [Revised: 04/30/2022] [Accepted: 05/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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