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O-chongpian P, Chaiwarit T, Jantanasakulwong K, Rachtanapun P, Worajittiphon P, Kantrong N, Jantrawut P. Surface-Modified Carboxylated Cellulose Nanofiber Hydrogels for Prolonged Release of Polyhexamethylene Biguanide Hydrochloride (PHMB) for Antimicrobial Applications. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:3572. [PMID: 37688198 PMCID: PMC10490332 DOI: 10.3390/polym15173572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 08/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
Abstract
The surface modification of cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) using a 2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine-1-oxyl (TEMPO)/sodium bromide (NaBr)/sodium hypochlorite (NaClO) system was successful in improving their hydrophilicity. Following that, we fabricated hydrogels containing carboxylated cellulose nanofibers (c-CNFs) and loaded them with polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB) using a physical crosslinking method, aiming for efficient antimicrobial uses. The morphological and physicochemical properties of all hydrogel formulations were characterized, and the results revealed that the 7% c-CNFs-2 h loaded with PHMB formulation exhibited desirable characteristics such as regular shape, high porosity, good mechanical properties, suitable gel content, and a good maximum swelling degree. The successful integration of PHMB into the c-CNF matrix was confirmed by FTIR analysis. Furthermore, the 7% c-CNFs-2 h loaded with the PHMB formulation demonstrated PHMB contents exceeding 80% and exhibited a prolonged drug release pattern for up to 3 days. Moreover, this formulation displayed antibacterial activity against S. aureus and P. aeruginosa. In conclusion, the novel approach of c-CNF hydrogels loaded with PHMB through physical crosslinking shows promise as a potential system for prolonged drug release in topical drug delivery while also exhibiting excellent antibacterial activity.
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Affiliation(s)
- Pichapar O-chongpian
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand; (P.O.-c.); (T.C.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand; (P.O.-c.); (T.C.)
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- Division of Packaging Technology, Faculty of Agro-Industry, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand; (K.J.); (P.R.)
- Center of Excellence in Agro Bio-Circular-Green Industry (Agro BCG), Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Division of Packaging Technology, Faculty of Agro-Industry, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand; (K.J.); (P.R.)
- Center of Excellence in Agro Bio-Circular-Green Industry (Agro BCG), Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand;
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand; (P.O.-c.); (T.C.)
- Center of Excellence in Agro Bio-Circular-Green Industry (Agro BCG), Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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Meng X, Xiong H, Ji F, Gao X, Han L, Wu Z, Jia L, Ren J. Facile surface treatment strategy to generate dense lysozyme layer on ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene enabling inhibition of bacterial biofilm formation. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2023; 225:113243. [PMID: 36893665 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2023.113243] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2022] [Revised: 02/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 03/07/2023]
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Medical plastics such as those found in endotracheal tubes are widely used in intensive care units for the treatment of critically ill patients. Although commonplace in hospital environment, these catheters are at a high risk of bacterial contamination and have been found responsible for numerous health-care-associated infections. Antimicrobial coatings that can prevent harmful bacterial growth are required to reduce the occurrence of such infections. In this study, we introduce a facile surface treatment strategy that could form antimicrobial coatings on the surface of average medical plastics. The strategy involves treatment of activated surfaces with lysozyme, a natural antimicrobial enzyme presenting in human lacrimal gland secretions which is widely used for wound healing. Using ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) as the representative surface, oxygen/argon plasma treatment for 3 min led to the increase of surface roughness and the generation of negatively charged groups, with the zeta potential measured as -94.5 mV at pH 7. The activated surface could accommodate lysozyme with a density of up to 0.3 nmol/cm2 through electrostatic interaction. Antimicrobial activity of the resulting surface (UHMWPE@Lyz) was characterized with Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas sp. strains, and the treated surface significantly inhibited the bacterial colonization and the formation of biofilm compared to the untreated UHMWPE. This method of constructing an effective lysozyme-based antimicrobial coating is a generally applicable, simple and fast process for surface treatment with no adverse solvent and wastes involved.
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- Xiao Meng
- Liaoning Key Laboratory of Molecular Recognition and Imaging, School of Bioengineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116023, PR China
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- Liaoning Key Laboratory of Molecular Recognition and Imaging, School of Bioengineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116023, PR China
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- Liaoning Key Laboratory of Molecular Recognition and Imaging, School of Bioengineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116023, PR China
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- Liaoning Key Laboratory of Molecular Recognition and Imaging, School of Bioengineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116023, PR China
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- Liaoning Key Laboratory of Molecular Recognition and Imaging, School of Bioengineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116023, PR China
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116023, PR China
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- Liaoning Key Laboratory of Molecular Recognition and Imaging, School of Bioengineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116023, PR China
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- Liaoning Key Laboratory of Molecular Recognition and Imaging, School of Bioengineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116023, PR China.
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Chaiwarit T, Chanabodeechalermrung B, Kantrong N, Chittasupho C, Jantrawut P. Fabrication and Evaluation of Water Hyacinth Cellulose-Composited Hydrogel Containing Quercetin for Topical Antibacterial Applications. Gels 2022; 8:767. [PMID: 36547291 PMCID: PMC9778230 DOI: 10.3390/gels8120767] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2022] [Revised: 11/21/2022] [Accepted: 11/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
Abstract
Water hyacinth is an aquatic weed species that grows rapidly. In particular, it causes negative impacts on the aquatic environment and ecological system. However, water hyacinth is rich in cellulose, which is a biodegradable material. This study isolated cellulose from the water hyacinth petiole. It was then used to fabricate composite hydrogels made with water hyacinth cellulose (C), alginate (A), and pectin (P) at different mass ratios. The selected water hyacinth cellulose-based hydrogel was incorporated with quercetin, and its properties were evaluated. The FTIR and XRD of extracted water hyacinth cellulose indicated specific characteristics of cellulose. The hydrogel which consisted of the water hyacinth cellulose alginate characterized pectin: pectin had a mass ratio of 2.5:0.5:0.5 (C2.5A0.5P0.5), showed good puncture strength (2.16 ± 0.14 N/mm2), the highest swelling index (173.28 ± 4.94%), and gel content (39.35 ± 0.53%). The FTIR showed an interaction between water hyacinth cellulose and quercetin with hydrogen bonding. The C2.5A0.5P0.5 hydrogel containing quercetin possessed 92.07 ± 5.77% of quercetin-loaded efficiency. It also exhibited good antibacterial activity against S. aureus and P. aeruginosa due to hydrogel properties, and no toxicity to human cells. This study indicated that water hyacinth cellulose-composited hydrogel is suitable for topical antibacterial applications.
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- Tanpong Chaiwarit
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
- School of Dentistry, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
- Cluster of Research and Development of Pharmaceutical and Natural Products Innovation for Human or Animal, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
- Cluster of Research and Development of Pharmaceutical and Natural Products Innovation for Human or Animal, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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Dsouza A, Constantinidou C, Arvanitis TN, Haddleton DM, Charmet J, Hand RA. Multifunctional Composite Hydrogels for Bacterial Capture, Growth/Elimination, and Sensing Applications. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:47323-47344. [PMID: 36222596 PMCID: PMC9614723 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c08582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2022] [Accepted: 09/20/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Hydrogels are cross-linked networks of hydrophilic polymer chains with a three-dimensional structure. Owing to their unique features, the application of hydrogels for bacterial/antibacterial studies and bacterial infection management has grown in importance in recent years. This trend is likely to continue due to the rise in bacterial infections and antimicrobial resistance. By exploiting their physicochemical characteristics and inherent nature, hydrogels have been developed to achieve bacterial capture and detection, bacterial growth or elimination, antibiotic delivery, or bacterial sensing. Traditionally, the development of hydrogels for bacterial/antibacterial studies has focused on achieving a single function such as antibiotic delivery, antibacterial activity, bacterial growth, or bacterial detection. However, recent studies demonstrate the fabrication of multifunctional hydrogels, where a single hydrogel is capable of performing more than one bacterial/antibacterial function, or composite hydrogels consisting of a number of single functionalized hydrogels, which exhibit bacterial/antibacterial function synergistically. In this review, we first highlight the hydrogel features critical for bacterial studies and infection management. Then, we specifically address unique hydrogel properties, their surface/network functionalization, and their mode of action for bacterial capture, adhesion/growth, antibacterial activity, and bacterial sensing, respectively. Finally, we provide insights into different strategies for developing multifunctional hydrogels and how such systems can help tackle, manage, and understand bacterial infections and antimicrobial resistance. We also note that the strategies highlighted in this review can be adapted to other cell types and are therefore likely to find applications beyond the field of microbiology.
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- Andrea Dsouza
- Warwick
Manufacturing Group, The University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom CV4 7AL
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- Institute
of Digital Healthcare, Warwick Manufacturing Group, The University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom CV4 7AL
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- Department
of Chemistry, The University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom CV4 7AL
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- Warwick
Manufacturing Group, The University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom CV4 7AL
- Warwick
Medical School, The University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom CV4 7AL
- School
of Engineering—HE-Arc Ingénierie, HES-SO University of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland, 2000 Neuchâtel, Switzerland
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- Department
of Chemistry, The University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom CV4 7AL
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Yuan K, Liu X, Shi J, Liu W, Liu K, Lu H, Wu D, Chen Z, Lu C. Antibacterial Properties and Mechanism of Lysozyme-Modified ZnO Nanoparticles. Front Chem 2021; 9:762255. [PMID: 34900934 PMCID: PMC8660975 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2021.762255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2021] [Accepted: 10/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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The lysozyme-modified nanoparticles (LY@ZnO NPs) were synthesized by the reduction-oxidation method, and the morphology and structure of LY@ZnO were analyzed by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microsclope (SEM), and particle size analysis. The antibacterial effects of LY@ZnO against Escherichia coli (E. coli, Gram-negative bacteria) and Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus, Gram-positive bacteria) were discussed by measuring the zone of inhibition (ZOI) and growth inhibition. The antimicrobial experiments showed that the LY@ZnO NPs possessed better antibacterial activity than ZnO. Besides, the antibacterial mechanism of LY@ZnO was also investigated, which was attributed to the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Furthermore, the toxicities of LY@ZnO in vivo and in vitro were discussed by the cell counting kit-8 method and animal experiments, showing that LY@ZnO possessed excellent biocompatibility. Finally, the therapeutic effect of LY@ZnO on a rat skin infection model caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) was also studied, which exhibited good anti-infective activity. Our findings showed that LY@ZnO possessed remarkable antibacterial ability due to its excellent membrane permeability and small particle size. Besides, LY@ZnO also exhibited certain stability and great safety, which showed tremendous prospects for microbial infection in patients. It would also be helpful for a better understanding of the enzyme-modified nanomaterials against bacteria.
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- Kangrui Yuan
- School of Pharmacy, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China
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- Medical Laboratory of Shenzhen Luohu People’s Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China
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- The First Dongguan Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China
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Yu Y, Shao Y, Zhou M, Li W. Polyethylene glycol-derived polyelectrolyte-protein nanoclusters for protein drug delivery. RSC Adv 2021; 11:28651-28658. [PMID: 35478532 PMCID: PMC9038094 DOI: 10.1039/d1ra05055a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2021] [Accepted: 08/12/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Polyelectrolyte-protein nanocomplexes prepared under mild and simple conditions which could have biological activity arising from protein have emerged as fascinating protein delivery systems. However, common polyelectrolytes have problems of biocompatibility and metabolism in vivo, which may limit their further applications. Herein, a novel polyethylene glycol polyelectrolyte was synthesized and used for carrying protein drugs. Different from previously reported polyelectrolyte-protein nanoclusters, the polyethylene glycol polyelectrolyte-protein nanoclusters avoid organic solvent and protein modification, and the structure and bioactivity of proteins are well preserved. Moreover, the polyethylene glycol polyelectrolyte-protein nanoclusters have good hemocompatibility and biocompatibility. These novel polyethylene glycol polyelectrolyte-protein nanoclusters would provide a potent tool for fabrication of versatile protein drug carriers.
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- Yuanxiang Yu
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Hospital of Shantou University Medical College Shantou 515000 P. R. China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southern Medical University Guangzhou 510515 P. R. China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Hospital of Shantou University Medical College Shantou 515000 P. R. China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Hospital of Shantou University Medical College Shantou 515000 P. R. China
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- Department of Radiology, First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College Shantou 515000 P. R. China
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Palenzuela M, Valenzuela L, Amariei G, Vega JF, Mosquera MEG, Rosal R. Poly(glycidyl methacrylate) macromolecular assemblies as biocompatible nanocarrier for the antimicrobial lysozyme. Int J Pharm 2021; 603:120695. [PMID: 33984454 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2021.120695] [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: 02/09/2021] [Revised: 04/29/2021] [Accepted: 05/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The antimicrobial lysozyme (Lys) was electrostatically incorporated to negatively charged crosslinked poly(glycidyl methacrylate) (c-PGMA) macromolecular assemblies. The resulting material was characterized by AFM, infrared spectra, water contact angle measurements and the staining with the primary amino specific dye fluorescamine. c-PGMA nanoparticles were successfully loaded with Lys reaching ratios of 27.3 ± 4.0 and 22.5 ± 1.7 mg Lys/g polymer for c-PGMA suspensions and functionalized glass substrates, respectively. Lys-loaded c-PGMA caused clear inhibition zones on S. aureus and E. coli in comparison to neat c-PGMA. c-PGMA functionalized surfaces were intrinsically resistant to colonization, but the incorporation of Lys added resistance to bacterial attachment and allowed keeping surfaces clean of bacterial cells for both strains. A relatively rapid release (24 h) of Lys was observed at physiological pH (7.4). In addition, c-PGMA functionalized substrates could be reloaded several times without losing capacity. c-PGMA macromolecular assemblies did not display cytotoxicity to human dermal fibroblasts as shown in 24 h MTT assays. This work demonstrated that c-PGMA assemblies display durable antibacterial activity, biocompatibility, and full reloading capacity with antimicrobial peptides. c-PGMA functionalized materials have potential application as nanocarriers for anti-infective uses.
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- Miguel Palenzuela
- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Research "Andrés M. del Río" (IQAR), Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain.
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- Department of Macromolecular Physics, Instituto de Estructura de la Materia, IEM-CSIC, 28006 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Research "Andrés M. del Río" (IQAR), Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain
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Koshani R, van de Ven TGM. Carboxylated Cellulose Nanocrystals Developed by Cu-Assisted H 2O 2 Oxidation as Green Nanocarriers for Efficient Lysozyme Immobilization. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2020; 68:5938-5950. [PMID: 32330021 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.0c00538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
Abstract
Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), having a high specific surface area and versatile surface chemistry, provide considerable potential to interact by various mechanisms with enzymes for nano-immobilization purposes. However, engineering chemically safe CNCs, suitable for edible administrations, presents a significant challenge. A reliable carboxylate form of H-CNCs was formed using H2O2 oxidation of softwood pulp under mild thermal conditions. Negatively charged carboxyl groups (∼0.9 mmol g-1) played a key role in lysozyme immobilization via electrostatic interactions and covalent linkages, as evidenced by Fourier transform infrared and 13C cross-polarization magic angle spinning nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopies. Adsorption isotherms showed a high loading capacity of H-CNCs (∼240 mg g-1), and fitting the data to the Langmuir model confirmed monolayer coverage of lysozyme on their surface. Using a non-toxic coupling agent, 4-(4,6-dimethoxy-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)-4-methylmorpholinium chloride, lysozyme-conjugated H-CNCs were developed with an immobilization yield of ∼65% and relative catalytic activity of ∼60%, similar to lysozyme adsorption on H-CNCs. These H-CNC-lysozyme nanohybrids, rationally processed via safe and green strategies, are specifically exploitable as catalytically active emulsifiers in food and pharmaceutical sectors.
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- Roya Koshani
- Department of Chemistry, Quebec Centre for Advanced Materials, Pulp and Paper Research Centre, McGill University, 3420 University Street, Montreal, Quebec H3A 2A7, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry, Quebec Centre for Advanced Materials, Pulp and Paper Research Centre, McGill University, 3420 University Street, Montreal, Quebec H3A 2A7, Canada
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