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Valdiglesias V, Alba-González A, Fernández-Bertólez N, Touzani A, Ramos-Pan L, Reis AT, Moreda-Piñeiro J, Yáñez J, Laffon B, Folgueira M. Effects of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticle Exposure on Human Glial Cells and Zebrafish Embryos. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:12297. [PMID: 37569675 PMCID: PMC10418813 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241512297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 07/28/2023] [Accepted: 07/30/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023] Open
Abstract
Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) are among the most widely used nanomaterials. They have multiple applications in cosmetics, textiles, paints, electronics and, recently, also in biomedicine. This extensive use of ZnO NPs notably increases the probability that both humans and wildlife are subjected to undesirable effects. Despite being among the most studied NPs from a toxicological point of view, much remains unknown about their ecotoxicological effects or how they may affect specific cell types, such as cells of the central nervous system. The main objective of this work was to investigate the effects of ZnO NPs on human glial cells and zebrafish embryo development and to explore the role of the released Zn2+ ions in these effects. The effects on cell viability on human A172 glial cells were assessed with an MTT assay and morphological analysis. The potential acute and developmental toxicity was assessed employing zebrafish (Danio rerio) embryos. To determine the role of Zn2+ ions in the in vitro and in vivo observed effects, we measured their release from ZnO NPs with flame atomic absorption spectrometry. Then, cells and zebrafish embryos were treated with a water-soluble salt (zinc sulfate) at concentrations that equal the number of Zn2+ ions released by the tested concentrations of ZnO NPs. Exposure to ZnO NPs induced morphological alterations and a significant decrease in cell viability depending on the concentration and duration of treatment, even after removing the overestimation due to NP interference. Although there were no signs of acute toxicity in zebrafish embryos, a decrease in hatching was detected after exposure to the highest ZnO NP concentrations tested. The ability of ZnO NPs to release Zn2+ ions into the medium in a concentration-dependent manner was confirmed. Zn2+ ions did not seem entirely responsible for the effects observed in the glial cells, but they were likely responsible for the decrease in zebrafish hatching rate. The results obtained in this work contribute to the knowledge of the toxicological potential of ZnO NPs.
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- Vanessa Valdiglesias
- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo NanoToxGen, Centro Interdisciplinar de Química e Bioloxía—CICA, Departamento de Biología, Facultad de Ciencias, Campus A Zapateira s/n, 15071 A Coruña, Spain; (V.V.); (N.F.-B.); (A.T.); (L.R.-P.)
- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de A Coruña (INIBIC), Oza, 15071 A Coruña, Spain
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- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo NEUROVER, Centro Interdisciplinar de Química e Bioloxía—CICA, Rúa As Carballeiras, 15071 A Coruña, Spain; (A.A.-G.); (J.Y.); (M.F.)
- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo NEUROVER, Facultad de Ciencias, Campus A Zapateira s/n, 15071 A Coruña, Spain
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- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo NanoToxGen, Centro Interdisciplinar de Química e Bioloxía—CICA, Departamento de Biología, Facultad de Ciencias, Campus A Zapateira s/n, 15071 A Coruña, Spain; (V.V.); (N.F.-B.); (A.T.); (L.R.-P.)
- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de A Coruña (INIBIC), Oza, 15071 A Coruña, Spain
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- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo NanoToxGen, Centro Interdisciplinar de Química e Bioloxía—CICA, Departamento de Biología, Facultad de Ciencias, Campus A Zapateira s/n, 15071 A Coruña, Spain; (V.V.); (N.F.-B.); (A.T.); (L.R.-P.)
- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de A Coruña (INIBIC), Oza, 15071 A Coruña, Spain
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- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo NanoToxGen, Centro Interdisciplinar de Química e Bioloxía—CICA, Departamento de Biología, Facultad de Ciencias, Campus A Zapateira s/n, 15071 A Coruña, Spain; (V.V.); (N.F.-B.); (A.T.); (L.R.-P.)
- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de A Coruña (INIBIC), Oza, 15071 A Coruña, Spain
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- EPIUnit—Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, Rua das Taipas 135, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal;
- Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Rua das Taipas 135, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Environmental Health Department, National Institute of Health, Rua Alexandre Herculano, 321, 4000-055 Porto, Portugal
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- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo Química Analítica Aplicada (QANAP), Instituto Universitario Medio Ambiente (IUMA), Departamento de Química, Facultad de Ciencias, Campus A Zapateira s/n, 15071 A Coruña, Spain;
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- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo NEUROVER, Centro Interdisciplinar de Química e Bioloxía—CICA, Rúa As Carballeiras, 15071 A Coruña, Spain; (A.A.-G.); (J.Y.); (M.F.)
- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo NEUROVER, Facultad de Ciencias, Campus A Zapateira s/n, 15071 A Coruña, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de A Coruña (INIBIC), Oza, 15071 A Coruña, Spain
- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo DICOMOSA, Centro Interdisciplinar de Química e Bioloxía—CICA, Departamento de Psicología, Facultad de Ciencias de la Educación, Campus Elviña s/n, 15071 A Coruña, Spain
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- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo NEUROVER, Centro Interdisciplinar de Química e Bioloxía—CICA, Rúa As Carballeiras, 15071 A Coruña, Spain; (A.A.-G.); (J.Y.); (M.F.)
- Universidade da Coruña, Grupo NEUROVER, Facultad de Ciencias, Campus A Zapateira s/n, 15071 A Coruña, Spain
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Demir AY, Karadayi M, Isaoglu M, Karadayi G, Gulluce M. In vitro genotoxicity assessment of biosynthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles. Toxicol Ind Health 2023:7482337231173727. [PMID: 37156264 DOI: 10.1177/07482337231173727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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There are various studies on the toxicological potentials of conventionally synthesized zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles, which are useful tools for many medical applications. However, knowledge about the biologically synthesized ones is still limited. In this study, the potential of producing ZnO nanoparticles via a green synthesis method, which enables safer, environmentally, economical and controlled production by using the Symphoricarpos albus L. plant, was investigated. For this purpose, aqueous extract was obtained from the fruits of the plant and reacted with zinc nitrate precursor. Characterization of the synthesized product was carried out by SEM and EDAX analyzes. In addition, the biosafety of the product was also investigated by using the Ames/Salmonella, E. coli WP2, Yeast DEL, seed germination, and RAPD test systems. The results obtained from SEM studies showed that spherical nanoparticles with an average diameter of 30 nm were synthesized as a result of the reaction. EDAX findings confirmed that these nanoparticles were composed of Zn and O elements. On the other hand, according to the findings of the biocompatibility tests, the synthesized nanoparticle did not show any toxic and genotoxic effects up to a concentration of 640 μg/ml in any of the test systems. Accordingly, considering the findings of our study, it was concluded that the aqueous extract of S. albus fruits can be used for the green synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles, the products obtained successfully passed the biocompatibility tests in our study, and additionally, more comprehensive biocompatibility tests should be performed before industrial scale production.
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- Abdussamed Yasin Demir
- Department of Medical Genetics, Medical Faculty, Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University, Erzincan, Turkey
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- Biology Department, Faculty of Science, Ataturk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Institute of Natural and Applied Sciences, Atatürk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Molecular Biology and Genetics Department, Faculty of Science, Ataturk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Biology Department, Faculty of Science, Ataturk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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Hossain SI, Kukushkina EA, Izzi M, Sportelli MC, Picca RA, Ditaranto N, Cioffi N. A Review on Montmorillonite-Based Nanoantimicrobials: State of the Art. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:nano13050848. [PMID: 36903726 PMCID: PMC10005688 DOI: 10.3390/nano13050848] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2023] [Revised: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 02/22/2023] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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One of the crucial challenges of our time is to effectively use metal and metal oxide nanoparticles (NPs) as an alternative way to combat drug-resistant infections. Metal and metal oxide NPs such as Ag, Ag2O, Cu, Cu2O, CuO, and ZnO have found their way against antimicrobial resistance. However, they also suffer from several limitations ranging from toxicity issues to resistance mechanisms by complex structures of bacterial communities, so-called biofilms. In this regard, scientists are urgently looking for convenient approaches to develop heterostructure synergistic nanocomposites which could overcome toxicity issues, enhance antimicrobial activity, improve thermal and mechanical stability, and increase shelf life. These nanocomposites provide a controlled release of bioactive substances into the surrounding medium, are cost effective, reproducible, and scalable for real life applications such as food additives, nanoantimicrobial coating in food technology, food preservation, optical limiters, the bio medical field, and wastewater treatment application. Naturally abundant and non-toxic Montmorillonite (MMT) is a novel support to accommodate NPs, due to its negative surface charge and control release of NPs and ions. At the time of this review, around 250 articles have been published focusing on the incorporation of Ag-, Cu-, and ZnO-based NPs into MMT support and thus furthering their introduction into polymer matrix composites dominantly used for antimicrobial application. Therefore, it is highly relevant to report a comprehensive review of Ag-, Cu-, and ZnO-modified MMT. This review provides a comprehensive overview of MMT-based nanoantimicrobials, particularly dealing with preparation methods, materials characterization, and mechanisms of action, antimicrobial activity on different bacterial strains, real life applications, and environmental and toxicity issues.
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- Syed Imdadul Hossain
- Chemistry Department, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Via E. Orabona 4, 70126 Bari, Italy
- CSGI (Center for Colloid and Surface Science) c/o, Department of Chemistry, Via Orabona 4, 70125 Bari, Italy
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- Chemistry Department, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Via E. Orabona 4, 70126 Bari, Italy
- CSGI (Center for Colloid and Surface Science) c/o, Department of Chemistry, Via Orabona 4, 70125 Bari, Italy
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- Chemistry Department, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Via E. Orabona 4, 70126 Bari, Italy
- CSGI (Center for Colloid and Surface Science) c/o, Department of Chemistry, Via Orabona 4, 70125 Bari, Italy
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- Chemistry Department, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Via E. Orabona 4, 70126 Bari, Italy
- CSGI (Center for Colloid and Surface Science) c/o, Department of Chemistry, Via Orabona 4, 70125 Bari, Italy
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- Chemistry Department, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Via E. Orabona 4, 70126 Bari, Italy
- CSGI (Center for Colloid and Surface Science) c/o, Department of Chemistry, Via Orabona 4, 70125 Bari, Italy
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- Chemistry Department, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Via E. Orabona 4, 70126 Bari, Italy
- CSGI (Center for Colloid and Surface Science) c/o, Department of Chemistry, Via Orabona 4, 70125 Bari, Italy
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Wang M, Feng Y, Cao Z, Yu N, Wang J, Wang X, Kang D, Su M, Hu J, Du H. Multiple generation exposure to ZnO nanoparticles induces loss of genomic integrity in Caenorhabditis elegans. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2023; 249:114383. [PMID: 36508841 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2022.114383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2022] [Revised: 11/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/01/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) are commonly used in industrial and household applications, prompting the assessment of their associated health risks. Previous studies indicated that ZnO NPs can induce somatic cell mutations, while the aging process appears to increase the mutagenicity of ZnO NPs. However, little is known about the influence of ZnO NPs on genome stability of germ cells, and non-exposed progeny. Here we show that 20 nm ZnO NPs exposure disrupts germ cell development, and elevates the overall mutation frequency of germ cells in Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans). We observed that pristine ZnO NPs elicit germ cell apoptosis to a greater extent than the 60-day aged ZnO NPs. By treating parental worms with ZnO NPs for seven successive generations, whole-genome sequencing data revealed that, although the frequency of point mutations is kept unchanged, large deletions are significantly increased in F8 worms. Furthermore, we found that the mutagenicity of ZnO NPs might be partially attributed to the release of Zn2+ ions. Together, our results demonstrate the genotoxic effects of ZnO NPs on germ cells, and the possible underlying mechanism. These findings suggest that germ cell mutagenicity is worthy of consideration for the health risk assessment of engineered NPs.
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- Meimei Wang
- Department of Pathophysiology, School of Basic Medical Science, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Mei-Shan Road, Hefei 230032, Anhui, PR China.
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- High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hefei 230031, Anhui, PR China
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- High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hefei 230031, Anhui, PR China; School of Environmental Science and Optoelectronic Technology, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, PR China
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- Department of Pathophysiology, School of Basic Medical Science, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Mei-Shan Road, Hefei 230032, Anhui, PR China
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- Department of Public Health Inspection and Quarantine, School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, Anhui, PR China
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- Department of Pathophysiology, School of Basic Medical Science, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Mei-Shan Road, Hefei 230032, Anhui, PR China
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- Department of Pathophysiology, School of Basic Medical Science, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Mei-Shan Road, Hefei 230032, Anhui, PR China
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- Department of Pathophysiology, School of Basic Medical Science, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Mei-Shan Road, Hefei 230032, Anhui, PR China
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- Department of Pathophysiology, School of Basic Medical Science, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Mei-Shan Road, Hefei 230032, Anhui, PR China
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- High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hefei 230031, Anhui, PR China.
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Yu L, Liu J, Mao J, Peng Z, Zhong Z, Wang H, Dong L. Dietary Palygorskite Clay-Adsorbed Nano-ZnO Supplementation Improves the Intestinal Barrier Function of Weanling Pigs. Front Nutr 2022; 9:857898. [PMID: 35634385 PMCID: PMC9133891 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.857898] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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This study aimed to investigate the effects of PNZ on intestinal mucosal barrier function in weaning piglets. A total of 210, 21-day-old piglets with similar body weights (6.30 ± 0.51 kg) were randomly allocated into seven groups: control group (CON), antibiotic group (ANT), ZnO group (ZO), nano-ZnO group (NZO) and low, middle, and high PNZ groups (LPNZ, MPNZ, and HPNZ). The seven groups were, respectively, fed control diets or control diets supplemented with antibiotics; 3,000 mg/kg ZnO; 800 mg/kg nano-ZnO; 700, 1,000, or 1,300 mg/kg PNZ. More integrated intestinal villi were observed in the LPNZ group. In the jejunum of LPNZ group, the crypt depth significantly decreased (P < 0.05), and the ratio of villus height to crypt depth (V/C) significantly increased (P < 0.05). In addition, the villus width and surface area of the ileum were significantly increased in the LPNZ group (P < 0.05). Dietary supplementation with PNZ can significantly increase the number of goblet cells in the mucosa of the jejunum and ileum (P < 0.05), decrease the contents of TNF-α and IL-1β (P < 0.05), and increase the contents of sIgA and IL-4 in the jejunal and ileal mucosa (P < 0.05). Meanwhile, the mRNA expression of MCU2 and ZO1 in PNZ group were significantly increased (P < 0.05), the mRNA expression of TLR4 and MyD88 was downregulated (P < 0.05). With increasing levels of PNZ, decreased proinflammatory cytokines and increased intestinal mucosal barrier function in weaned pigs was observed. In conclusion, supplementation with PNZ could effectively improve the intestinal barrier function of weanling piglets and potentially could replace the use of high doses of ZnO and antibiotics. The appropriate dose of PNZ for supplementation was 700 mg/kg.
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Ma LY, Li QY, Yu X, Jiang M, Xu L. Recent developments in the removal of metal-based engineered nanoparticles from the aquatic environments by adsorption. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 291:133089. [PMID: 34856236 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2021.133089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2021] [Revised: 11/21/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Nowadays, metal-based engineered nanoparticles (m-ENPs) are ubiquitous in aquatic environments for their wide applications in all walks of life. m-ENPs have been demonstrated to exert ecotoxicity, cytotoxicity and genotoxicity towards organisms and even humans. Therefore, the removal of m-ENPs from water has recently become a hot global concerned issue. Adsorption is widely investigated for this purpose, owing to its advantages of low cost, easy operation, high removal efficiency and potential recycling use of both the adsorbents and adsorbates. As the adsorption and related technologies were hardly comprehensively overviewed for the removal of m-ENPs, herein, the present review particularly focuses on this topic. The fundamentals to the technology, including adsorption isotherm, adsorption dynamics, the adsorption process with the special emphasis on the relationship between surface area and porosity of the adsorbent and the adsorption capacity, etc., are fully discussed. As the kernel of the adsorption method, adsorbents with diversified chemical and physical properties in different types are comprehensively elaborated. The primary factors affecting the adsorption, and adsorption mechanisms are well summarized. Particularly, the regeneration of the adsorbents and the reuse of adsorbed m-ENPs are highlighted for the sustainability. Finally, challenges and prospects in this field are outlined. Overall, this review aims to provide valuable references for the development of new adsorbents with more efficient and practical applications to remove m-ENPs and direct the future study.
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- Li-Yun Ma
- Department of Pharmacy, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Tongji School of Pharmacy, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Tongji School of Pharmacy, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Tongji School of Pharmacy, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Tongji School of Pharmacy, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China.
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Jin M, Li N, Sheng W, Ji X, Liang X, Kong B, Yin P, Li Y, Zhang X, Liu K. Toxicity of different zinc oxide nanomaterials and dose-dependent onset and development of Parkinson's disease-like symptoms induced by zinc oxide nanorods. ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL 2021; 146:106179. [PMID: 33099061 DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2020.106179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2020] [Revised: 09/30/2020] [Accepted: 09/30/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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With the increasing applications in various fields, the release and accumulation of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanomaterials ultimately lead to unexpected consequences to environment and human health. Therefore, toxicity comparison among ZnO nanomaterials with different shape/size and their adverse effects need better characterization. Here, we utilized zebrafish larvae and human neuroblastoma cells SH-SY5Y to compare the toxic effects of ZnO nanoparticles (ZnO NPs), short ZnO nanorods (s-ZnO NRs), and long ZnO NRs (l-ZnO NRs). We found their developmental- and neuro-toxicity levels were similar, where the smaller sizes showed slightly higher toxicity than the larger sizes. The developmental neurotoxicity of l-ZnO NRs (0.1, 1, 10, 50, and 100 μg/mL) was further investigated since they had the lowest toxicity. Our results indicated that l-ZnO NRs induced developmental neurotoxicity with hallmarks linked to Parkinson's disease (PD)-like symptoms at relatively high doses, including the disruption of locomotor activity as well as neurodevelopmental and PD responsive genes expression, and the induction of dopaminergic neuronal loss and apoptosis in zebrafish brain. l-ZnO NRs activated reactive oxygen species production, whose excessive accumulation triggered mitochondrial damage and mitochondrial apoptosis, eventually leading to PD-like symptoms. Collectively, the developmental- and neuro-toxicity of ZnO nanomaterials was identified, in which l-ZnO NRs harbors a remarkably potential risk for the onset and development of PD at relatively high doses, stressing the discretion of safe range in view of nano-ZnO exposure to ecosystem and human beings.
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- Meng Jin
- Biology Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), 28789 East Jingshi Road, Jinan 250103, PR China; Engineering Research Center of Zebrafish Models for Human Diseases and Drug Screening of Shandong Province, 28789 East Jingshi Road, Jinan 250103, PR China
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- Biology Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), 28789 East Jingshi Road, Jinan 250103, PR China; Engineering Research Center of Zebrafish Models for Human Diseases and Drug Screening of Shandong Province, 28789 East Jingshi Road, Jinan 250103, PR China
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- Biology Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), 28789 East Jingshi Road, Jinan 250103, PR China; Engineering Research Center of Zebrafish Models for Human Diseases and Drug Screening of Shandong Province, 28789 East Jingshi Road, Jinan 250103, PR China
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- Biology Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), 28789 East Jingshi Road, Jinan 250103, PR China; Engineering Research Center of Zebrafish Models for Human Diseases and Drug Screening of Shandong Province, 28789 East Jingshi Road, Jinan 250103, PR China
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- Advanced Materials Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), 19 Keyuan Road, Jinan 250014, PR China.
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- Department of Chemistry, Shanghai Key Lab of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, iChEM, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, China
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- Advanced Materials Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), 19 Keyuan Road, Jinan 250014, PR China
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- Advanced Materials Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), 19 Keyuan Road, Jinan 250014, PR China
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- Biology Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), 28789 East Jingshi Road, Jinan 250103, PR China; Engineering Research Center of Zebrafish Models for Human Diseases and Drug Screening of Shandong Province, 28789 East Jingshi Road, Jinan 250103, PR China.
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Hajiahmadi Z, Shirzadian-Khorramabad R, Kazemzad M, Sohani MM, Khajehali J. A novel, simple, and stable mesoporous silica nanoparticle-based gene transformation approach in Solanum lycopersicum. 3 Biotech 2020; 10:370. [PMID: 32832330 DOI: 10.1007/s13205-020-02359-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2019] [Accepted: 07/25/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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In this study, a novel and stable gene transformation system was developed under control of Maize Proteinase Inhibitor (MPI) as an inducible promoter using the Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles (MSNs). The functionalized MSNs with a proper particle size were synthesized and attached to a recombinant construct (pDNA) containing cryIAb gene under the control of MPI promoter (pPZP122:MPI:cryIAb:MSN [pDNA: MSN]) following transformation of tomato plants through injection of the pDNA: MSN complex into tomato red fruit at early ripening stage and then, putative transgenic seeds were collected. As an initial selection, gentamicin-resistant seedlings of T1 (24.24%) and T2 (61.37%) plants were identified. The transgene integration and expression were confirmed through the PCR, RT-PCR, and western blot approaches in the selected seedlings. PCR analysis showed that transformation frequency was equal to 10.71% in T1 plants. Semi-quantitative RT-PCR analysis confirmed the transcript expression of cryIAb in all the T1 and T2 PCR-positive plants. Western blot analysis confirmed the existence of CryIAb protein in the leaves of T2 putative transgenic plants. Accordingly, the results demonstrated that the transgene has more likely integrated into the tomato genome through homologous recombination. Bioassay was carried out for further assessment of the plant responses to Tuta absoluta resulting in an enhanced tolerance of the plant. In conclusion, the MSN-mediated stable transformation system under the MPI as an inducible promoter can be used as a suitable alternative for conventional genetic transformation methods due to its biodegradability, biocompatibility, cost and time-effectiveness, and positive effect on the plant defense against pathogens and pests.
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- Zahra Hajiahmadi
- Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, 4199613776 Iran
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- Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, 4199613776 Iran
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- Department of Energy, Materials and Energy Research Center, Tehran, 14155-477 Iran
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- Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, 4199613776 Iran
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- Department of Plant Protection, College of Agriculture, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, 8415683111 Iran
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Synthesis of indole-3-acetic acid and indole-3-butyric acid loaded zinc oxide nanoparticles: Effects on rhizogenesis. J Biotechnol 2019; 303:8-15. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiotec.2019.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2019] [Revised: 07/03/2019] [Accepted: 07/06/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Sizova E, Miroshnikov S, Nechitailo X. Assessment of the structural reorganization of liver and biochemical parameters of blood serum after introduction of zinc nanoparticles and its oxides. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 26:17110-17120. [PMID: 31001782 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-019-05128-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2018] [Accepted: 04/08/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
Abstract
The demand for nanoparticles of metals and their oxides in medicine and biology is indisputable. To ensure the safe use of the unique capabilities of nanostructures, in particular, essential metals and their oxides, and to further search for ways leveling side effects of toxic effects in biomedical applications, a multifaceted approach to the study of their properties is needed, primarily affecting the effects on the organism level. In this connection, the purpose of the present research was to study the effect of zinc nanoparticles (ZnNPs) and zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) on structural reorganization of the liver and morpho-biochemical parameters of rat blood. The test substances exhibit a hepatotoxic effect upon their single intraperitoneal administration to rats. In the experiment, increased activity of gamma glutamyltransferase (GGT) and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), increased expression of caspase-3, the presence of signs of oxidative stress, inflammation, and capillary-trophic insufficiency, and induction of tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α), and colony stimulating factor 2 (granulocyte-macrophage) (GM-CSF) were registered in the experiment. The level of interferon-γ in the experimental groups tended to decrease in comparison with the control group. The observed effects progressed in time, most noticeably manifested in the case of ZnONPs. Comparing the dosages, ZnNPs are less toxic than ZnONPs.
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Affiliation(s)
- Elena Sizova
- Federal Research Centre of Biological Systems and Agro-Technologies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Orenburg State University, Orenburg, Russia.
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- Federal Research Centre of Biological Systems and Agro-Technologies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Orenburg State University, Orenburg, Russia
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- Federal Research Centre of Biological Systems and Agro-Technologies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Orenburg State University, Orenburg, Russia
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Lombi E, Donner E, Dusinska M, Wickson F. A One Health approach to managing the applications and implications of nanotechnologies in agriculture. NATURE NANOTECHNOLOGY 2019; 14:523-531. [PMID: 31168074 DOI: 10.1038/s41565-019-0460-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2019] [Accepted: 04/18/2019] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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The need for appropriate science and regulation to underpin nanosafety is greater than ever as ongoing advances in nanotechnology are rapidly translated into new industrial applications and nano-enabled commercial products. Nevertheless, a disconnect persists between those examining risks to human and environmental health from nanomaterials. This disconnect is not atypical in research and risk assessment and has been perpetuated in the case of engineered nanomaterials by the relatively limited overlap in human and environmental exposure pathways. The advent of agri-nanotechnologies brings both increased need and opportunity to change this status quo as it introduces significant issues of intersectionality that cannot adequately be addressed by current discipline-specific approaches alone. Here, focusing on the specific case of nanoparticles, we propose that a transdisciplinary approach, underpinned by the One Health concept, is needed to support the sustainable development of these technologies.
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- Enzo Lombi
- Future Industries Institute, University of South Australia, Mawson Lakes, Australia.
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- Future Industries Institute, University of South Australia, Mawson Lakes, Australia
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- NILU-Norwegian Institute for Air Research, Kjeller, Norway
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- GenØk Centre for Biosafety, Siva Innovation Centre, Tromsø, Norway
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