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Yadav N, Bora S, Devi B, Upadhyay C, Singh P. Nanoparticle-mediated defense priming: A review of strategies for enhancing plant resilience against biotic and abiotic stresses. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY : PPB 2024; 213:108796. [PMID: 38901229 DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2024.108796] [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: 01/30/2024] [Revised: 05/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/03/2024] [Indexed: 06/22/2024]
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Nanotechnology has emerged as a promising field with the potential to revolutionize agriculture, particularly in enhancing plant defense mechanisms. Nanoparticles (NPs) are instrumental in plant defense priming, where plants are pre-exposed to controlled levels of stress to heighten their alertness and responsiveness to subsequent stressors. This process improves overall plant performance by enabling quicker and more effective responses to secondary stimuli. This review explores the application of NPs as priming agents, utilizing their unique physicochemical properties to bolster plants' innate defense mechanisms. It discusses key findings in NP-based plant defense priming, including various NP types such as metallic, metal oxide, and carbon-based NPs. The review also investigates the intricate mechanisms by which NPs interact with plants, including uptake, translocation, and their effects on plant physiology, morphology, and molecular processes. Additionally, the review examines how NPs can enhance plant responses to a range of stressors, from pathogen attacks and herbivore infestations to environmental stresses. It also discusses NPs' ability to improve plants' tolerance to abiotic stresses like drought, salinity, and heavy metals. Safety and regulatory aspects of NP use in agriculture are thoroughly addressed, emphasizing responsible and ethical deployment for environmental and human health safety. By harnessing the potential of NPs, this approach shows promise in reducing crop losses, increasing yields, and enhancing global food security while minimizing the environmental impact of traditional agricultural practices. The review concludes by emphasizing the importance of ongoing research to optimize NP formulations, dosages, and delivery methods for practical application in diverse agricultural settings.
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- Nidhi Yadav
- Department of Botany, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, India
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- School of Materials Science and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, India
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- Department of Botany, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, India
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- School of Materials Science and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, India
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- Department of Botany, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, India.
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Singh V, Pandit C, Pandit S, Roy A, Rustagi S, Awwad NS, Ibrahium HA, Anand J, Malik S, Yadav KK, Tambuwala M. Deciphering the Mechanisms and Biotechnological Implications of Nanoparticle Synthesis Through Microbial Consortia. J Basic Microbiol 2024:e2400035. [PMID: 39004868 DOI: 10.1002/jobm.202400035] [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: 01/23/2024] [Revised: 02/27/2024] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024]
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Nanomaterial synthesis is a growing study area because of its extensive range of uses. Nanoparticles' high surface-to-volume ratio and rapid interaction with various particles make them appealing for diverse applications. Traditional physical and chemical methods for creating metal nanoparticles are becoming outdated because they involve complex manufacturing processes, high energy consumption, and the formation of harmful by-products that pose major dangers to human health and the environment. Therefore, there is an increasing need to find alternative, cost-effective, dependable, biocompatible, and environmentally acceptable ways of producing nanoparticles. The process of synthesizing nanoparticles using microbes has become highly intriguing because of their ability to create nanoparticles of varying sizes, shapes, and compositions, each with unique physicochemical properties. Microbes are commonly used in nanoparticle production because they are easy to work with, can use low-cost materials, such as agricultural waste, are cheap to scale up, and can adsorb and reduce metal ions into nanoparticles through metabolic activities. Biogenic synthesis of nanoparticles provides a clean, nontoxic, ecologically friendly, and sustainable method using renewable ingredients for reducing metals and stabilizing nanoparticles. Nanomaterials produced by bacteria can serve as an effective pollution control method due to their many functional groups that can effectively target contaminants for efficient bioremediation, aiding in environmental cleanup. At the end of the paper, we will discuss the obstacles that hinder the use of biosynthesized nanoparticles and microbial-based nanoparticles. The paper aims to explore the sustainability of microorganisms in the burgeoning field of green nanotechnology.
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- Vandana Singh
- Department of Microbiology, School of Allied health Sciences, Sharda University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Life Sciences, School of Basic Sciences and Research, Sharda University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Life Sciences, School of Basic Sciences and Research, Sharda University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Engineering and Technology, Sharda University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Food Technology, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Chemistry, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, Nuclear Materials Authority, El Maadi, Egypt
- Department of Semi Pilot Plant, Nuclear Materials Authority, El Maadi, Egypt
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- Department of Biotechnology, Graphic Era Deemed to be University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
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- Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Amity University Jharkhand, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
- University Centre for Research and Development, University of Biotechnology, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Madhyanchal Professional University, Ratibad, Bhopal, India
- Environmental and Atmospheric Sciences Research Group, Scientific Research Center, Al-Ayen University, Thi-Qar, Nasiriyah, Iraq
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- RAK College of Pharmacy, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
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Hashemi E, Norouzi MM, Sadeghi-Kiakhani M. Magnetic Biochar as a Revolutionizing Approach for Diverse Dye Pollutants Elimination: A Comprehensive Review. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024:119548. [PMID: 38977156 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.119548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2024] [Revised: 06/29/2024] [Accepted: 07/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/10/2024]
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The term "biomass" encompasses all substances found in the natural world that were once alive or derived from living organisms or their byproducts. These substances consist of organic molecules containing hydrogen, typically oxygen, frequently nitrogen, and small amounts of heavy, alkaline earth and alkali metals. Magnetic biochar refers to a type of material derived from biomass that has been magnetized typically by adding magnetic components such as magnetic iron oxides to display magnetic properties. These materials are extensively applicable in widespread areas like environmental remediation and catalysis. The magnetic properties of these compounds made them ideal for practical applications through their easy separation from a reaction mixture or environmental sample by applying a magnetic field. With the evolving global strategy focused on protecting the planet and moving towards a circular, cost-effective economy, natural compounds, and biomass have become particularly important in the field of biochemistry. The current research explores a comparative analysis of the versatility and potential of biomass for eliminating dyes as a sustainable, economical, easy, compatible, and biodegradable method. The elimination study focused on the removal of various dyes as pollutants. Various operational parameters which influenced the dye removal process were also discussed. Furthermore, the research explained, in detail, adsorption kinetic models, types of isotherms, and desorption properties of magnetic biochar adsorbents. This comprehensive review offers an advanced framework for the effective use of magnetic biochar, removing dyes from textile wastewater.
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- Elaheh Hashemi
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences, Shahid Rajaee Teacher Training University, P.O. Box: 1678815811, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences, Shahid Rajaee Teacher Training University, P.O. Box: 1678815811, Tehran, Iran
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- Institute for Color Science and Technology, Department of Organic Colorants, P.O. Box: 16765-654, Tehran, Iran
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Ďúranová H, Kšiňan S, Kuželová L, Šimora V, Ďurišová Ľ, Olexíková L, Ernst D, Kolenčík M. Nanoparticle-plant interactions: Physico-chemical characteristics, application strategies, and transmission electron microscopy-based ultrastructural insights, with a focus on stereological research. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 363:142772. [PMID: 38971445 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.142772] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2024] [Revised: 07/02/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/08/2024]
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Ensuring global food security is pressing among challenges like population growth, climate change, soil degradation, and diminishing resources. Meeting the rising food demand while reducing agriculture's environmental impact requires innovative solutions. Nanotechnology, with its potential to revolutionize agriculture, offers novel approaches to these challenges. However, potential risks and regulatory aspects of nanoparticle (NP) utilization in agriculture must be considered to maximize their benefits for human health and the environment. Understanding NP-plant cell interactions is crucial for assessing risks of NP exposure and developing strategies to control NP uptake by treated plants. Insights into NP uptake mechanisms, distribution patterns, subcellular accumulation, and induced alterations in cellular architecture can be effectively drawn using transmission electron microscopy (TEM). TEM allows direct visualization of NPs within plant tissues/cells and their influence on organelles and subcellular structures at high resolution. Moreover, integrating TEM with stereological principles, which has not been previously utilized in NP-plant cell interaction assessments, provides a novel and quantitative framework to assess these interactions. Design-based stereology enhances TEM capability by enabling precise and unbiased quantification of three-dimensional structures from two-dimensional images. This combined approach offers comprehensive data on NP distribution, accumulation, and effects on cellular morphology, providing deeper insights into NP impact on plant physiology and health. This report highlights the efficient use of TEM, enhanced by stereology, in investigating diverse NP-plant tissue/cell interactions. This methodology facilitates detailed visualization of NPs and offers robust quantitative analysis, advancing our understanding of NP behavior in plant systems and their potential implications for agricultural sustainability.
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- Hana Ďúranová
- AgroBioTech Research Centre, Slovak University of Agriculture, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 949 76, Nitra, Slovakia
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- Institute of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agrobiology and Food Resources, Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 94976, Nitra, Slovakia.
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- AgroBioTech Research Centre, Slovak University of Agriculture, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 949 76, Nitra, Slovakia; Institute of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Slovak University of Agriculture, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 949 76, Nitra, Slovakia
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- AgroBioTech Research Centre, Slovak University of Agriculture, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 949 76, Nitra, Slovakia
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- Institute of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agrobiology and Food Resources, Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 94976, Nitra, Slovakia
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- Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Reproduction, NPPC, Research Institute for Animal Production in Nitra, Hlohovecká 2, 95141, Lužianky, Slovakia
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- Institute of Agronomic Sciences, Faculty of Agrobiology and Food Resources, Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 949 76, Nitra, Slovakia
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- Institute of Agronomic Sciences, Faculty of Agrobiology and Food Resources, Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 949 76, Nitra, Slovakia
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Chota A, George BP, Abrahamse H. Apoptotic efficiency of Dicoma anomala biosynthesized silver nanoparticles against A549 lung cancer cells. Biomed Pharmacother 2024; 176:116845. [PMID: 38810403 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2024.116845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2024] [Revised: 05/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024] Open
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Lung cancer is one of the common forms of cancer that affects both men and women and is regarded as the leading cause of cancer related deaths. It is characterized by unregulated cell division of altered cells within the lung tissues. Green nanotechnology is a promising therapeutic option that is adopted in cancer research. Dicoma anomala (D. anomala) is one of the commonly used African medicinal plant in the treatment of different medical conditions including cancer. In the present study, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were synthesized using D. anomala MeOH root extract. We evaluated the anticancer efficacy of the synthesized AgNPs as an individual treatment as well as in combination with pheophorbide a (PPBa) mediated photodynamic therapy (PDT) in vitro. UV-VIS spectroscopy, high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HR-TEM), Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) was used to confirm the formation of D.A AgNPs. Post 24 h treatment, A549 cells were evaluated for ATP proliferation, morphological changes supported by LIVE/DEAD assay, and caspase activities. All experiments were repeated four times (n=4), with findings being analysed using SPSS statistical software version 27 set at 0.95 confidence interval. The results from the present study revealed a dose-dependent decrease in cell proliferation in both individual and combination therapy of PPBa mediated PDT and D.A AgNPs on A549 lung cancer cells with significant morphological changes. Additionally, LIVE/DEAD assay displayed a significant increase in the number of dead cell population in individual treatments (i.e., IC50's treated A549 cells) as well as in combination therapy. In conclusion, the findings from this study demonstrated the anticancer efficacy of green synthesized AgNPs as a mono-therapeutic drug as well as in combination with a chlorophyll derivative PPBa in PDT. Taken together, the findings highlight the therapeutic potential of green nanotechnology in medicine.
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- Alexander Chota
- Laser Research Centre, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, P.O. Box 1711, Doornfontein, Johannesburg 2028, South Africa
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- Laser Research Centre, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, P.O. Box 1711, Doornfontein, Johannesburg 2028, South Africa.
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- Laser Research Centre, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, P.O. Box 1711, Doornfontein, Johannesburg 2028, South Africa
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Mačák L, Velgosova O, Múdra E, Vojtko M, Dolinská S, Kromka F. Preparation of Green Silver Nanoparticles and Eco-Friendly Polymer-AgNPs Nanocomposites: A Study of Toxic Properties across Multiple Organisms. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:1865. [PMID: 39000720 PMCID: PMC11244023 DOI: 10.3390/polym16131865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2024] [Revised: 06/25/2024] [Accepted: 06/27/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024] Open
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This article focuses on the eco-friendly (green) synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) and their incorporation into a polymer matrix. For AgNPs synthesis, Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) leaf extract was used as a reducing and stabilizing agent, and as a silver precursor, AgNO3 solution with different concentrations of silver (50, 100, 250, and 500 mg/L) was used. Prepared AgNPs colloids were characterized using UV-vis spectrophotometry, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). The spherical morphology of AgNPs with an average size of 20 nm was confirmed across all samples. Further, the antimicrobial properties of the AgNPs were evaluated using the disk diffusion method on algae (Chlorella kessleri) and the well diffusion method on bacteria (Staphylococcus chromogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, and Streptococcus uberis), along with root growth inhibition tests on white mustard (Sinapis alba). Polymer composite (PVA-AgNPs) was prepared by incorporation of AgNPs into the polymer matrix. Subsequently, non-woven textiles and thin foils were prepared. The distribution of AgNPs within the nanocomposites was observed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Antibacterial properties of PVA-AgNPs composites were analyzed on bacteria Streptococcus uberis. It was found that not only AgNPs showed good antimicrobial properties, but toxic properties were also transferred to the PVA-AgNPs nanocomposite.
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- Lívia Mačák
- Institute of Materials and Quality Engineering, Faculty of Materials Metallurgy and Recycling, Technical University of Kosice, Letná 9/A, 042 00 Košice, Slovakia
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- Institute of Materials and Quality Engineering, Faculty of Materials Metallurgy and Recycling, Technical University of Kosice, Letná 9/A, 042 00 Košice, Slovakia
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- Division of Ceramic and Non-Metallic Systems, Institute of Materials Research, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Watsonova 47, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
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- Division of Ceramic and Non-Metallic Systems, Institute of Materials Research, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Watsonova 47, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
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- Institute of Geotechnics, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Watsonova 45, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
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- Metal Materials Division, Institute of Materials Research, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Watsonova 45, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
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Rai R, Kalar PL, Jat D, Mishra SK. Naringenin mitigates nanoparticulate-aluminium induced neuronal degeneration in brain cortex and hippocampus through downregulation of oxidative stress and neuroinflammation. Neurochem Int 2024; 178:105799. [PMID: 38950625 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuint.2024.105799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2024] [Revised: 06/20/2024] [Accepted: 06/27/2024] [Indexed: 07/03/2024]
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Alumunium usage and toxicity has been a global concern especially an increased use of nanoparticulated aluminum (Al-NPs) products from the environment and the workplace. Al degrades in to nanoparticulate form in the environment due to the routine process of bioremediation in human body. Al-NPs toxicity plays key role in the pathophysiology of neurodegeneration which is characterised by the development of neurofibrillary tangles and neuritic plaques which correlates to the Alzheimer's disease. This study evaluated the Al-NPs induced neurodegeneration and causative behavioral alterations due to oxidative stress, inflammation, DNA damage, β-amyloid aggregation, and histopathological changes in mice. Furthermore, the preventive effect of naringenin (NAR) as a potent neuroprotective flavonoid against Al-NPs induced neurodegeneration was assessed. Al-NPs were synthesized and examined using FTIR, XRD, TEM, and particle size analyzer. Mice were orally administered with Al-NPs (6 mg/kg b.w.) followed by NAR treatment (10 mg/kg b.w. per day) for 66 days. The spatial working memory was determined by novel object recognition, T-maze, Y-maze, and Morris Water Maze tests. We measured nitric oxide, advanced oxidation of protein products, protein carbonylation, lipid peroxidation, superoxide dismutase, catalase, glutathione peroxidase, glutathione reductase, reduced glutathione, oxidised glutathione, and acetylcholine esterase, as well as cytokines analysis, immunohistochemistry, and DNA damage. Al-NPs significantly reduced the learning memory power, increased oxidative stress, reduced antioxidant enzymatic activity, increased DNA damage, altered the levels of cytokines, and increased β-amyloid aggregation in the cortex and hippocampus regions of the mice brain. These neurobehavioral impairments, neuronal oxidative stress, and histopathological alterations were significantly attenuated by NAR supplementation. In conclusion, Al-NPs may be potent neurotoxic upon exposure and that NAR could serve as a potential preventive measure in the treatment and management of neuronal degeneration.
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- Ravina Rai
- Department of Zoology, School of Biological Sciences, Dr. Harisingh Gour Central University, Sagar, 470003, M.P., India
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Chemical Sciences and Technology, Dr. Harisingh Gour Central University, Sagar, 470003, M.P., India
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- Department of Zoology, School of Biological Sciences, Dr. Harisingh Gour Central University, Sagar, 470003, M.P., India
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Shah DD, Chorawala MR, Mansuri MKA, Parekh PS, Singh S, Prajapati BG. Biogenic metallic nanoparticles: from green synthesis to clinical translation. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2024:10.1007/s00210-024-03236-y. [PMID: 38935128 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-024-03236-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2024] [Accepted: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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Biogenic metallic nanoparticles (NPs) have garnered significant attention in recent years due to their unique properties and various applications in different fields. NPs, including gold, silver, zinc oxide, copper, titanium, and magnesium oxide NPs, have attracted considerable interest. Green synthesis approaches, utilizing natural products, offer advantages such as sustainability and environmental friendliness. The theranostics applications of these NPs hold immense significance in the fields of medicine and diagnostics. The review explores intricate cellular uptake pathways, internalization dynamics, reactive oxygen species generation, and ensuing inflammatory responses, shedding light on the intricate mechanisms governing their behaviour at a molecular level. Intriguingly, biogenic metallic NPs exhibit a wide array of applications in medicine, including but not limited to anti-inflammatory, anticancer, anti-diabetic, anti-plasmodial, antiviral properties and radical scavenging efficacy. Their potential in personalized medicine stands out, with a focus on tailoring treatments to individual patients based on these NPs' unique attributes and targeted delivery capabilities. The article culminates in emphasizing the role of biogenic metallic NPs in shaping the landscape of personalized medicine. Harnessing their unique properties for tailored therapeutics, diagnostics and targeted interventions, these NPs pave the way for a paradigm shift in healthcare, promising enhanced efficacy and reduced adverse effects.
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- Disha D Shah
- Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy Practice, L. M. College of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 380009, India
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- Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy Practice, L. M. College of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 380009, India
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- Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy Practice, L. M. College of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 380009, India
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- AV Pharma LLC, 1545 University Blvd N Ste A, Jacksonville, FL, 32211, USA
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, 50200, Thailand.
- Office of Research Administration, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, 50200, Thailand.
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- Shree S. K. Patel College of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Ganpat University, Mehsana, Gujarat, 384012, India.
- Faculty of Pharmacy, Silpakorn University, Nakhon Pathom, 73000, Thailand.
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Tukur F, Tukur P, Hunyadi Murph SE, Wei J. Advancements in mercury detection using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) and ion-imprinted polymers (IIPs): a review. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:11384-11410. [PMID: 38868998 DOI: 10.1039/d4nr00886c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2024]
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Mercury (Hg) contamination remains a major environmental concern primarily due to its presence at trace levels, making monitoring the concentration of Hg challenging. Sensitivity and selectivity are significant challenges in the development of mercury sensors. Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) and ion-imprinted polymers (IIPs) are two distinct analytical methods developed and employed for mercury detection. In this review, we provide an overview of the key aspects of SERS and IIP methodologies, focusing on the recent advances in sensitivity and selectivity for mercury detection. By examining the critical parameters and challenges commonly encountered in this area of research, as reported in the literature, we present a set of recommendations. These recommendations cover solid and colloidal SERS substrates, appropriate Raman reporter/probe molecules, and customization of IIPs for mercury sensing and removal. Furthermore, we provide a perspective on the potential integration of SERS with IIPs to achieve enhanced sensitivity and selectivity in mercury detection. Our aim is to foster the establishment of a SERS-IIP hybrid method as a robust analytical tool for mercury detection across diverse fields.
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- Frank Tukur
- The Department of Nanoscience, Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering, UNC at Greensboro, 2907 E. Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA.
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- The Department of Nanoscience, Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering, UNC at Greensboro, 2907 E. Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA.
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- Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL), Aiken, SC, 29808, USA.
- University of Georgia (UGA), Athens, GA, 30602, USA
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- The Department of Nanoscience, Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering, UNC at Greensboro, 2907 E. Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA.
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Petcov TE, Straticiuc M, Iancu D, Mirea DA, Trușcă R, Mereuță PE, Savu DI, Mogoșanu GD, Mogoantă L, Popescu RC, Kopatz V, Jinga SI. Unveiling Nanoparticles: Recent Approaches in Studying the Internalization Pattern of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles in Mono- and Multicellular Biological Structures. J Funct Biomater 2024; 15:169. [PMID: 38921542 PMCID: PMC11204647 DOI: 10.3390/jfb15060169] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2024] [Revised: 05/15/2024] [Accepted: 06/12/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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Nanoparticle (NP)-based solutions for oncotherapy promise an improved efficiency of the anticancer response, as well as higher comfort for the patient. The current advancements in cancer treatment based on nanotechnology exploit the ability of these systems to pass biological barriers to target the tumor cell, as well as tumor cell organelles. In particular, iron oxide NPs are being clinically employed in oncological management due to this ability. When designing an efficient anti-cancer therapy based on NPs, it is important to know and to modulate the phenomena which take place during the interaction of the NPs with the tumor cells, as well as the normal tissues. In this regard, our review is focused on highlighting different approaches to studying the internalization patterns of iron oxide NPs in simple and complex 2D and 3D in vitro cell models, as well as in living tissues, in order to investigate the functionality of an NP-based treatment.
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- Teodora Eliana Petcov
- Department of Bioengineering and Biotechnology, Faculty of Medical Engineering, National University for Science and Technology Politehnica of Bucharest, 1–7 Gheorghe Polizu Street, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (T.E.P.); (S.I.J.)
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- Department of Applied Nuclear Physics, National Institute for R&D in Physics and Nuclear Engineering “Horia Hulubei”, 30 Reactorului Street, 077125 Magurele, Romania; (M.S.); (D.I.); (D.A.M.); (P.E.M.)
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- Department of Applied Nuclear Physics, National Institute for R&D in Physics and Nuclear Engineering “Horia Hulubei”, 30 Reactorului Street, 077125 Magurele, Romania; (M.S.); (D.I.); (D.A.M.); (P.E.M.)
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- Department of Applied Nuclear Physics, National Institute for R&D in Physics and Nuclear Engineering “Horia Hulubei”, 30 Reactorului Street, 077125 Magurele, Romania; (M.S.); (D.I.); (D.A.M.); (P.E.M.)
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- National Research Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, National University for Science and Technology Politehnica of Bucharest, 313 Splaiul Independentei, 060042 Bucharest, Romania;
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- Department of Applied Nuclear Physics, National Institute for R&D in Physics and Nuclear Engineering “Horia Hulubei”, 30 Reactorului Street, 077125 Magurele, Romania; (M.S.); (D.I.); (D.A.M.); (P.E.M.)
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- Department of Life and Environmental Physics, National Institute for R&D in Physics and Nuclear Engineering “Horia Hulubei”, 30 Reactorului Street, 077125 Magurele, Romania
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- Department of Pharmacognosy & Phytotherapy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 2 Petru Rareș Street, 200349 Craiova, Romania;
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- Research Center for Microscopic Morphology and Immunology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 2 Petru Rareș Street, 200349 Craiova, Romania;
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- Department of Bioengineering and Biotechnology, Faculty of Medical Engineering, National University for Science and Technology Politehnica of Bucharest, 1–7 Gheorghe Polizu Street, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (T.E.P.); (S.I.J.)
- Department of Life and Environmental Physics, National Institute for R&D in Physics and Nuclear Engineering “Horia Hulubei”, 30 Reactorului Street, 077125 Magurele, Romania
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Medical University of Vienna, 18–20 Waehringer Guertel Street, 1090 Vienna, Austria;
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- Department of Bioengineering and Biotechnology, Faculty of Medical Engineering, National University for Science and Technology Politehnica of Bucharest, 1–7 Gheorghe Polizu Street, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (T.E.P.); (S.I.J.)
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Baran A, Ertaş E, Baran MF, Eftekhari A, Gunes Z, Keskin C, Usanov SA, Khalilov R. Green-Synthesized Characterization, Antioxidant and Antibacterial Applications of CtAC/MNPs-Ag Nanocomposites. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2024; 17:772. [PMID: 38931439 PMCID: PMC11206647 DOI: 10.3390/ph17060772] [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: 05/09/2024] [Revised: 06/04/2024] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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The emergence of antibiotic resistance, caused by the improper use of antibiotics, is a significant challenge in combating infectious diseases, leading to millions of annual fatalities. The occurrence of antimicrobial side effects catalyzes the investigation of novel antimicrobial compounds and sources of drugs. Consequently, the research on biological activity that is conducted on plants, plant extracts, and compounds that are produced from plant components is of utmost significance. In this study, CtAC/MNPs were obtained by the reaction of activated carbon (AC) obtained from the fruits of the Celtis tournefortii (Ct) plant and magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs), and a CtAC/MNPs-Ag nanocomposite was synthesized by the reduction in silver ions added to the reaction. The synthesized CtAC/MNPs and CtAC/MNPs-Ag nanocomposites were analyzed spectroscopically (FTIR, XRD), microscopically (SEM, EDX), optically (DLS), electrochemically (zeta potential) and magnetically (VSM). The antibacterial activities of CtAC/MNPs and CtAC/MNPs-Ag nanocomposites against S. aureus and E. coli were investigated by microdilution method using minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) and disk diffusion methods. Antioxidant activity study, including total phenolic content and DPPH and cuprac assays, revealed the remarkable effect of the CtAC/MNPs-Ag nanocomposite. This study has the advantages of obtaining CtAC/MNPs and CtAC/MNPs-Ag nanocomposites in a short time without requiring energy, and most importantly, the reaction takes place without using any toxic substances. In addition, according to the data obtained in the study, the CtAC/MNPs-Ag nanocomposite is thought to shed light on biomedical research.
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- Ayşe Baran
- Department of Biology, Graduate Education Institute, Mardin Artuklu University, Mardin 47200, Turkey;
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- Department of Food Technology, Vocational School of Technical Sciences, Batman University, Batman 72000, Turkey; (E.E.); (M.F.B.)
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- Department of Food Technology, Vocational School of Technical Sciences, Batman University, Batman 72000, Turkey; (E.E.); (M.F.B.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Ege University, Izmir 35040, Turkey
- Department of Life Sciences, Western Caspian University, Baku AZ1072, Azerbaijan
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- Department of Crops and Animal Production, Mardin Artuklu University, Mardin 47200, Turkey;
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- Department of Medical Services, Vocational School of Health Services, Mardin Artuklu University, Mardin 47200, Turkey;
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- Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, 220141 Minsk, Belarus
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- Department of Biophysics and Biochemistry, Baku State University, Baku AZ1148, Azerbaijan
- Institute of Radiation Problems, Ministry of Science and Education Republic of Azerbaijan, Baku AZ1143, Azerbaijan
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Hosseininasab SS, Naderifar M, Akbarizadeh MR, Rahimzadeh M, Soltaninejad S, Makarem Z, Satarzadeh N, Sadeghi Dousari A. The use of phages for the biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles and their biological applications: A review. J Cell Mol Med 2024; 28:e18383. [PMID: 38837580 PMCID: PMC11149492 DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.18383] [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: 11/15/2023] [Revised: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 04/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024] Open
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Nowadays, the use of biological methods of synthesis of nanoparticles as substitutes for methods that use high energy and consumption of expensive and dangerous materials is of interest to researchers all over the world. Biological methods of synthesising metal nanoparticles are very important because they are easy, affordable, safe, environmentally friendly and able to control the size and shape of nanoparticles. One of the methods that is of interest today is the use of bacteriophages as the most abundant organisms in nature in the synthesis of metal nanoparticles. Nanomaterials biosynthesized from phages have shown various clinical applications, including antimicrobial activities, biomedical sensors, drug and gene delivery systems, cancer treatment and tissue regeneration. Therefore, the purpose of this review is to investigate the biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles with phages and their biomedical applications.
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- School of Nursing & MidwiferyZabol University of Medical SciencesZabolIran
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- Noncommunicable Diseases Research CenterBam University of Medical SciencesBamIran
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Faculty of PharmacyKerman University of Medical SciencesKermanIran
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- Medical Mycology and Bacteriology Research CenterKerman University of Medical SciencesKermanIran
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Motelica L, Ficai D, Oprea OC, Trusca RD, Ficai A, Stelescu MD, Sonmez M, Nituica M, Mustatea G, Holban AM. Antimicrobial Packaging for Plum Tomatoes Based on ZnO Modified Low-Density Polyethylene. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:6073. [PMID: 38892267 PMCID: PMC11172566 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25116073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2024] [Revised: 05/19/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Food safety and quality are major concerns in the food industry. Despite numerous studies, polyethylene remains one of the most used materials for packaging due to industry reluctance to invest in new technologies and equipment. Therefore, modifications to the current materials are easier to implement than adopting whole new solutions. Antibacterial activity can be induced in low-density polyethylene films only by adding antimicrobial agents. ZnO nanoparticles are well known for their strong antimicrobial activity, coupled with low toxicity and UV shielding capability. These characteristics recommend ZnO for the food industry. By incorporating such safe and dependable antimicrobial agents in the polyethylene matrix, we have obtained composite films able to inhibit microorganisms' growth that can be used as packaging materials. Here we report the obtaining of highly homogenous composite films with up to 5% ZnO by a melt mixing process at 150 °C for 10 min. The composite films present good transparency in the visible domain, permitting consumers to visualize the food, but have good UV barrier properties. The composite films exhibit good antimicrobial and antibiofilm activity from the lowest ZnO composition (1%), against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial strains. The homogenous dispersion of ZnO nanoparticles into the polyethylene matrix was assessed by Fourier transform infrared microscopy and scanning electron microscopy. The optimal mechanical barrier properties were obtained for composition with 3% ZnO. The thermal analysis indicates that the addition of ZnO nanoparticles has increased thermal stability by more than 100 °C. The UV-Vis spectra indicate a low transmittance in the UV domain, lower than 5%, making the films suitable for blocking photo-oxidation processes. The obtained films proved to be efficient packaging films, successfully preserving plum (Rome) tomatoes for up to 14 days.
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- Ludmila Motelica
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 1-7 Gh. Polizu, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (L.M.); (D.F.); (R.-D.T.); (A.F.); (A.M.H.)
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, 3 Ilfov St., 050044 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 1-7 Gh. Polizu, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (L.M.); (D.F.); (R.-D.T.); (A.F.); (A.M.H.)
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, 3 Ilfov St., 050044 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 1-7 Gh. Polizu, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (L.M.); (D.F.); (R.-D.T.); (A.F.); (A.M.H.)
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, 3 Ilfov St., 050044 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 1-7 Gh. Polizu, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (L.M.); (D.F.); (R.-D.T.); (A.F.); (A.M.H.)
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 1-7 Gh. Polizu, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (L.M.); (D.F.); (R.-D.T.); (A.F.); (A.M.H.)
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, 3 Ilfov St., 050044 Bucharest, Romania
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- National Research and Development Institute for Textile and Leather, Leather and Footwear Institute, 93 Ion Minulescu Street, 031215 Bucharest, Romania; (M.D.S.); (M.S.); (M.N.)
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- National Research and Development Institute for Textile and Leather, Leather and Footwear Institute, 93 Ion Minulescu Street, 031215 Bucharest, Romania; (M.D.S.); (M.S.); (M.N.)
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- National Research and Development Institute for Textile and Leather, Leather and Footwear Institute, 93 Ion Minulescu Street, 031215 Bucharest, Romania; (M.D.S.); (M.S.); (M.N.)
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- National R&D Institute for Food Bioresources—IBA Bucharest, Dinu Vintila Street 6, 021102 Bucharest, Romania;
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 1-7 Gh. Polizu, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (L.M.); (D.F.); (R.-D.T.); (A.F.); (A.M.H.)
- Microbiology & Immunology Department, Faculty of Biology, University of Bucharest, 077206 Bucharest, Romania
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Santos ACC, Batista GC, Cerqueira RC, Lisboa MG, Correa JL, Rodrigues TS, da Silva MNT, Bittar VP, Malta SM, Dos Santos NCL, Espindola FS, Bonetti AM, Ueira-Vieira C. Green synthesis of silver nanoparticle using pollen extract from Tetragonisca angustula a stingless bee. DISCOVER NANO 2024; 19:92. [PMID: 38801473 PMCID: PMC11130103 DOI: 10.1186/s11671-024-04038-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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This study explores the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using a methanolic extract of fermented pollen from Tetragonisca angustula, a species of stingless bees. The AgNPs exhibit spherical morphology, low charge values, and suspension stability, with their unique composition attributed to elements from the pollen extract. Antioxidant assays show comparable activity between the pollen extract and AgNPs, emphasizing the retention of antioxidant effects. The synthesized AgNPs demonstrate antimicrobial activity against multidrug-resistant bacteria, highlighting their potential in combating bacterial resistance. The AgNPs exhibit no toxic effects on Drosophila melanogaster and even enhance the hatching rate of eggs. The study underscores the innovative use of stingless bee pollen extract in green synthesis, offering insights into the varied applications of AgNPs in biomedicine.
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- Ana Carolina Costa Santos
- Laboratory of Genetics, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlandia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Genetics, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlandia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Genetics, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlandia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Genetics, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlandia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Genetics, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlandia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlandia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlandia, Uberlandia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Genetics, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlandia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlandia, Uberlandia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Genetics, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlandia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Genetics, Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlandia, Brazil.
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Maharjan A, Gautam R, Lee G, Kim D, Lee D, Acharya M, Kim H, Heo Y, Kim C. Assessment of skin sensitization potential of zinc oxide, aluminum oxide, manganese oxide, and copper oxide nanoparticles through the local lymph node assay: 5-bromo-deoxyuridine flow cytometry method. JOURNAL OF TOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH. PART A 2024:1-11. [PMID: 38796781 DOI: 10.1080/15287394.2024.2357466] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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The advent of nanotechnology has significantly spurred the utilization of nanoparticles (NPs) across diverse sectors encompassing industry, agriculture, engineering, cosmetics, and medicine. Metallic oxides including zinc oxide (ZnO), copper oxide (CuO), manganese oxide (Mn2O3), and aluminum oxide (Al2O3), in their NP forms, have become prevalent in cosmetics and various dermal products. Despite the expanding consideration of these compounds for dermal applications, their potential for initiating skin sensitization (SS) has not been comprehensively examined. An in vivo assay, local lymph node assay: 5-bromo-2-deoxyuridine-flow cytometry method (LLNA: BrdU-FCM) recognized as an alternative testing method for screening SS potential was used to address these issues. Following the OECD TG 442B guidelines, NPs suspensions smaller than 50 nm size were prepared for ZnO and Al2O3 at concentrations of 10, 25, and 50%, and Mn2O3 and CuO at concentrations of 5, 10, and 25%, and applied to the dorsum of each ear of female BALB/c mice on a daily basis for 3 consecutive days. Regarding the prediction of test substance to skin sensitizer if sensitization index (SI)≥2.7, all 4 NPs were classified as non-sensitizing. The SI values were below 2.06, 1.33, 1.42, and 0.99 for ZnO, Al2O3, Mn2O3, and CuO, respectively, at all test concentrations. Although data presented were negative with respect to adverse SS potential for these 4 NPs, further confirmatory tests addressing other key events associated with SS adverse outcome pathway need to be carried out to arrive at an acceptable conclusion on the skin safety for both cosmetic and dermal applications.
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- Anju Maharjan
- Department of Health and Safety, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Health and Safety, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Toxicity Assessment, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School of Medical Health and Science, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Toxicity Assessment, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School of Medical Health and Science, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Occupational Health, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Health and Safety, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Health and Safety, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
- Department of Toxicity Assessment, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School of Medical Health and Science, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
- Department of Occupational Health, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Health and Safety, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
- Department of Toxicity Assessment, Daegu Catholic University Graduate School of Medical Health and Science, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea
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Pal J, Sharma M, Tiwari A, Tiwari V, Kumar M, Sharma A, Hassan Almalki W, Alzarea SI, Kazmi I, Gupta G, Kumarasamy V, Subramaniyan V. Oxidative Coupling and Self-Assembly of Polyphenols for the Development of Novel Biomaterials. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:19741-19755. [PMID: 38737049 PMCID: PMC11080037 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c08528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2023] [Revised: 01/25/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/14/2024]
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In recent years, the development of biomaterials from green organic sources with nontoxicity and hyposensitivity has been explored for a wide array of biotherapeutic applications. Polyphenolic compounds have unique structural features, and self-assembly by oxidative coupling allows molecular species to rearrange into complex biomaterial that can be used for multiple applications. Self-assembled polyphenolic structures, such as hollow spheres, can be designed to respond to various chemical and physical stimuli that can release therapeutic drugs smartly. The self-assembled metallic-phenol network (MPN) has been used for modulating interfacial properties and designing biomaterials, and there are several advantages and challenges associated with such biomaterials. This review comprehensively summarizes current challenges and prospects of self-assembled polyphenolic hollow spheres and MPN coatings and self-assembly for biomedical applications.
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- Jyoti Pal
- Department
of Chemistry and Toxicology, National Forensic
Sciences University, Sector 3 Rohini, Delhi 110085 India
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- Department
of Chemistry and Toxicology, National Forensic
Sciences University, Sector 3 Rohini, Delhi 110085 India
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- Pharmacy
Academy, IFTM University, Lodhipur-Rajput, Moradabad, U.P. 244102, India
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- Pharmacy
Academy, IFTM University, Lodhipur-Rajput, Moradabad, U.P. 244102, India
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- Department
of Pharmaceutics, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Punjab 142001, India
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- School of
Pharmaceutical Sciences, Delhi Pharmaceutical
Sciences and Research University, Pushp Vihar, New Delhi 110017, India
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- Department
of Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, Umm
Al-Qura University, Makkah 21421, Saudi Arabia
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- Department
of Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, Jouf
University, Al-Jouf, Sakaka, 72388, Saudi Arabia
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- Department
of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, King
Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
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- Centre for
Global Health Research, Saveetha Medical College, Saveetha Institute
of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha
University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 602105, India
- School of
Pharmacy, Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun 248007, India
- School
of Pharmacy, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jagatpura, 302017 Jaipur, India
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- Department
of Parasitology and Medical Entomology, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Jalan Yaacob Latif, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur 56000, Malaysia
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- Pharmacology
Unit, Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University, Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
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Jeevarathinam M, Asharani IV. Synthesis of CuO, ZnO nanoparticles, and CuO-ZnO nanocomposite for enhanced photocatalytic degradation of Rhodamine B: a comparative study. Sci Rep 2024; 14:9718. [PMID: 38678108 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-60008-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 04/29/2024] Open
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Water pollution, arising from the presence of toxic dyes and chemicals, is a global challenge, urging the need for eco-friendly solutions in water decontamination. This study focused on the synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO NPs), zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs), and a bimetallic CuO-ZnO nanocomposite (CZ NC) through an environmentally friendly method employing Tragia involucrata L. leaf extract. Comprehensive analysis of structural and optical properties involved using various analytical techniques such as XRD, FT-IR, XPS, UV-DRS, PL, FE-SEM, EDAX, TEM, SAED, zeta potential, TGA, and BET. In comparison to pristine CuO and ZnO NPs, the CZ-NC demonstrated notably enhanced photocatalytic activity in the degradation of Rhodamine B dye (RhB). The optimum conditions for RhB degradation were found to be a pH of 9 and a catalyst dosage of 1 mg/mL for a concentration of 10 ppm. Under these conditions, CuO NPs, ZnO NPs, and CZ-NC demonstrated high efficiencies of 78%, 83%, and 96.1% respectively over 105 min. Through LC-HRMS, the identification of degradation products offered valuable insights into the pathway of photocatalytic degradation. Furthermore, toxicity analysis of intermediates, conducted through ECOSAR software, indicated the formation of non-toxic by-products (ChV/LC50/EC50 > 100) after the completion of the reaction. Furthermore, the recycled catalysts exhibited sustained stability for up to 4 cycles, with only a minor decrease in activity of up to 6.8%. This confirms their catalytic efficacy in purifying polluted water. This research significantly contributes to the progress of environmentally friendly nanocomposites, enhancing their efficacy in the realm of environmental remediation.
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- M Jeevarathinam
- Department of Chemistry, School of Advanced Sciences, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, 632014, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Advanced Sciences, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, 632014, Tamil Nadu, India.
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Sharma K, Sharma A, Bhatnagar P. Combined effect of polystyrene nanoplastic and di-n-butyl phthalate on testicular health of male Swiss albino mice: analysis of sperm-related parameters and potential toxic effects. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024; 31:23680-23696. [PMID: 38427170 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-32697-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Accepted: 02/25/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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Plastics, especially polystyrene nanoplastic particles (PSNPs), are known for their durability and absorption properties, allowing them to interact with environmental pollutants such as di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP). Previous research has highlighted the potential of these particles as carriers for various pollutants, emphasizing the need to understand their environmental impact comprehensively. This study focuses on the subchronic exposure of male Swiss albino mice to PSNP and DBP, aiming to investigate their reproductive toxicity between these pollutants in mammalian models. The primary objective of this study is to examine the reproductive toxicity resulting from simultaneous exposure to PSNP and DBP in male Swiss albino mice. The study aims to analyze sperm parameters, measure antioxidant enzyme activity, and conduct histopathological and morphometric examinations of the testis. By investigating the individual and combined effects of PSNP and DBP, the study seeks to gain insights into their impact on the reproductive profile of male mice, emphasizing potential synergistic interactions between these environmental pollutants. Male Swiss albino mice were subjected to subchronic exposure (60 days) of PSNP (0.2 mg/m, 50 nm size) and DBP (900 mg/kg bw), both individually and in combination. Various parameters, including sperm parameters, antioxidant enzyme activity, histopathological changes, and morphometric characteristics of the testis, were evaluated. The Johnsen scoring system and histomorphometric parameters were employed for a comprehensive assessment of spermatogenesis and testicular structure. The study revealed non-lethal effects within the tested doses of PSNP and DBP alone and in combination, showing reductions in body weight gain and testis weight compared to the control. Individual exposures and the combination group exhibited adverse effects on sperm parameters, with the combination exposure demonstrating more severe outcomes. Structural abnormalities, including vascular congestion, Leydig cell hyperplasia, and the extensive congestion in tunica albuginea along with both ST and Leydig cell damage, were observed in the testis, underscoring the reproductive toxicity potential of PSNP and DBP. The Johnsen scoring system and histomorphometric parameters confirmed these findings, providing interconnected results aligning with observed structural abnormalities. The study concludes that simultaneous exposure to PSNP and DBP induces reproductive toxicity in male Swiss albino mice. The combination of these environmental pollutants leads to more severe disruptions in sperm parameters, testicular structure, and antioxidant defense mechanisms compared to individual exposures. The findings emphasize the importance of understanding the interactive mechanisms between different environmental pollutants and their collective impact on male reproductive health. The use of the Johnsen scoring system and histomorphometric parameters provides a comprehensive evaluation of spermatogenesis and testicular structure, contributing valuable insights to the field of environmental toxicology.
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- Kirti Sharma
- Department of Zoology, IIS (Deemed to Be University), Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Zoology, IIS (Deemed to Be University), Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
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- Department of Zoology, IIS (Deemed to Be University), Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
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Proniewicz E. Gold and Silver Nanoparticles as Biosensors: Characterization of Surface and Changes in the Adsorption of Leucine Dipeptide under the Influence of Substituent Changes. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:3720. [PMID: 38612534 PMCID: PMC11011725 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25073720] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
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Early detection of diseases can increase the chances of successful treatment and survival. Therefore, it is necessary to develop a method for detecting or sensing biomolecules that cause trouble in living organisms. Disease sensors should possess specific properties, such as selectivity, reproducibility, stability, sensitivity, and morphology, for their routine application in medical diagnosis and treatment. This work focuses on biosensors in the form of surface-functionalized gold (AuNPs) and silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) prepared using a less-time-consuming, inexpensive, and efficient synthesis route. This allows for the production of highly pure and stable (non-aggregating without stabilizers) nanoparticles with a well-defined spherical shape, a desired diameter, and a monodisperse distribution in an aqueous environment, as confirmed by transmission electron microscopy with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (TEM-EDS), X-ray diffraction (XRD), photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), ultraviolet-visible (UV-VIS) spectroscopy, and dynamic light scattering (DLS). Thus, these nanoparticles can be used routinely as biomarker sensors and drug-delivery platforms for precision medicine treatment. The NPs' surface was coated with phosphonate dipeptides of L-leucine (Leu; l-Leu-C(R1)(R2)PO3H2), and their adsorption was monitored using SERS. Reproducible spectra were analyzed to determine the orientation of the dipeptides (coating layers) on the nanoparticles' surface. The appropriate R2 side chain of the dipeptide can be selected to control the arrangement of these dipeptides. This allows for the proper formation of a layer covering the nanoparticles while also simultaneously interacting with the surrounding biological environment, such as cells, tissues, and biological fluids.
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- Edyta Proniewicz
- Faculty of Foundry Engineering, AGH University of Krakow, 30-059 Krakow, Poland
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Sanga P, Saad Al-Mashriqi H, Xiao J, Chen J, Qiu H. Streamlined fabrication of AuPtRh trimetallic nanoparticles supported on Ti 3C 2MXene for enhanced photocatalytic activity in cephalosporins degradation. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 658:188-198. [PMID: 38100975 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.12.062] [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: 10/11/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023]
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The escalating prevalence of cephalosporin antibiotics in wastewater poses a serious threat to public health and environmental balance. Thus, it is crucial to develop effective methods for removing cephalosporin antibiotics from water sources. Herein, we propose the use of AuPtRh trimetallic nanoparticles supported on Ti3C2MXene as a photocatalyst for the degradation of cephalosporin antibiotics. Initially, AuPtRh nanoparticles were uniformly grown onto Ti3C2MXene sheets using one-step reduction technique. The prepared AuPtRh/Ti3C2MXene exhibited a complete degradation of cefixime and ceftriaxone sodium, while an impressive degradation efficiency of 91.58 % for cephalexin was achieved after 60 min of exposure to visible light, surpassing the performance of its individual AuPtRh nanoparticles and Ti3C2MXene. The enhanced photoactivity of AuPtRh/Ti3C2MXene was resulted from improved light absorption capacity and efficient generation, separation, and transfer of charge carriers driven by the formation of heterojunction between AuPtRh and Ti3C2MXene. Electron paramagnetic resonance and radicals trapping experiments results revealed that •O2- and h+ are the principal reactive species governing the degradation of cephalosporins. The photocatalyst exhibited excellent stability and could be reused four times without significant loss in efficiency. Our study highlights the potential of MXene composites for environmental remediation, offering insights into designing sustainable AuPtRh/Ti3C2MXene photocatalyst for water pollutant degradation.
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- Pascaline Sanga
- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province, Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou 730000, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100039, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province, Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou 730000, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100039, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province, Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou 730000, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100039, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province, Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou 730000, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province, Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou 730000, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100039, China; College of Chemistry, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
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Rajput P, Kumar P, Priya AK, Kumari S, Shiade SRG, Rajput VD, Fathi A, Pradhan A, Sarfraz R, Sushkova S, Mandzhieva S, Minkina T, Soldatov A, Wong MH, Rensing C. Nanomaterials and biochar mediated remediation of emerging contaminants. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 916:170064. [PMID: 38242481 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.170064] [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: 08/16/2023] [Revised: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 01/21/2024]
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The unrestricted release of various toxic substances into the environment is a critical global issue, gaining increased attention in modern society. Many of these substances are pristine to various environmental compartments known as contaminants/emerging contaminants (ECs). Nanoparticles and emerging sorbents enhanced remediation is a compelling methodology exhibiting great potential in addressing EC-related issues and facilitating their elimination from the environment, particularly those compounds that demonstrate eco-toxicity and pose considerable challenges in terms of removal. It provides a novel technique enabling the secure and sustainable removal of various ECs, including persistent organic compounds, microplastics, phthalate, etc. This extensive review presents a critical perspective on the current advancements and potential outcomes of nano-enhanced remediation techniques such as photocatalysis, nano-sensing, nano-enhanced sorbents, bio/phyto-remediation, which are applied to clean-up the natural environment. In addition, when dealing with residual contaminants, special attention is paid to both health and environmental implications; therefore, an evaluation of the long-term sustainability of nano-enhanced remediation methods has been considered. The integrated mechanical approaches were thoroughly discussed and presented in graphical forms. Thus, the critical evaluation of the integrated use of most emerging remediation technologies will open a new dimension in environmental safety and clean-up program.
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- Department of Botany, MMV, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005, India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Agronomy, Ayatollah Amoli Branch, Islamic Azad University, Amol, Iran
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- Centre of Molecular and Environmental Biology (CBMA), Campus of Gualtar, University of Minho, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal; IB-S - Institute of Science and Innovation for Bio-Sustainability, University of Minho, Campus of Gualtar, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
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- Institute of Environmental Microbiology, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- Southern Federal University, Rostov-on-Don 344006, Russia; Consortium on Health, Environment, Education, and Research (CHEER), Department of Science and Environmental Studies, The Education University of Hong Kong, Tai Po, Hong Kong, China
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- Institute of Environmental Microbiology, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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Oliveira M, Sousa A, Sá S, Soares S, Pereira AC, Rocha AC, Pais P, Ferreira D, Almeida C, Luís C, Lima C, Almeida F, Gestoso Á, Duarte MC, Barata P, Martins-Mendes D, Baylina P, Pereira CF, Fernandes R. Harvesting the Power of Green Synthesis: Gold Nanoparticles Tailored for Prostate Cancer Therapy. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:2277. [PMID: 38396953 PMCID: PMC10889744 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25042277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2024] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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Biosynthetic gold nanoparticles (bAuNPs) present a promising avenue for enhancing bio-compatibility and offering an economically and environmentally responsible alternative to traditional production methods, achieved through a reduction in the use of hazardous chemicals. While the potential of bAuNPs as anticancer agents has been explored, there is a limited body of research focusing on the crucial physicochemical conditions influencing bAuNP production. In this study, we aim to identify the optimal growth phase of Pseudomonas aeruginosa cultures that maximizes the redox potential and coordinates the formation of bAuNPs with increased efficiency. The investigation employs 2,6-dichlorophenolindophenol (DCIP) as a redox indicator. Simultaneously, we explore the impact of temperature, pH, and incubation duration on the biosynthesis of bAuNPs, with a specific emphasis on their potential application as antitumor agents. Characterization of the resulting bAuNPs is conducted using ATR-FT-IR, TEM, and UV-Vis spectroscopy. To gain insights into the anticancer potential of bAuNPs, an experimental model is employed, utilizing both non-neoplastic (HPEpiC) and neoplastic (PC3) epithelial cell lines. Notably, P. aeruginosa cultures at 9 h/OD600 = 1, combined with biosynthesis at pH 9.0 for 24 h at 58 °C, produce bAuNPs that exhibit smaller, more spherical, and less aggregated characteristics. Crucially, these nanoparticles demonstrate negligible effects on HPEpiC cells while significantly impacting PC3 cells, resulting in reduced viability, migration, and lower IL-6 levels. This research lays the groundwork for the development of more specialized, economical, and ecologically friendly treatment modalities.
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- Marco Oliveira
- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- FMUP, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
- FFCC-Facultad de Ciencias, University of Vigo, 36310 Vigo, Spain
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- FMUP, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
- FFCC-Facultad de Ciencias, University of Vigo, 36310 Vigo, Spain
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- FMUP, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- FMUP, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- ECVA-UTAD, Escola de Ciências da Vida e do Ambiente, Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, 5000-801 Vila Real, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- FFCC-Facultad de Ciencias, University of Vigo, 36310 Vigo, Spain
- TBIO, Center for Translational Health and Medical Biotechnology Research, ESS-IPP, Escola S. Saúde, Instituto Politécnico do Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- FMUP, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- FMUP, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
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- FFCC-Facultad de Ciencias, University of Vigo, 36310 Vigo, Spain
- CINBIO, University of Vigo, 36310 Vigo, Spain
- Southern Galicia Institute of Health Research (IISGS), Biomedical Research Networking Center for Mental Health (CIBERSAM), 36310 Madrid, Spain
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- FMUP, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- FMUP, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- TBIO, Center for Translational Health and Medical Biotechnology Research, ESS-IPP, Escola S. Saúde, Instituto Politécnico do Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, FP-BHS, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, Biomedical Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP), 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Escola Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- RISE-UFP, Rede de Investigação em Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
- i3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
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El-Sawah AA, El-Naggar NEA, Eldegla HE, Soliman HM. Green synthesis of collagen nanoparticles by Streptomyces xinghaiensis NEAA-1, statistical optimization, characterization, and evaluation of their anticancer potential. Sci Rep 2024; 14:3283. [PMID: 38332176 PMCID: PMC10853202 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-53342-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024] Open
Abstract
Collagen nanoparticles (collagen-NPs) are promising biopolymeric nanoparticles due to their superior biodegradability and biocompatibility. The low immunogenicity and non-toxicity of collagen-NPs makes it preferable for a wide range of applications. A total of eight morphologically distinct actinomycetes strains were newly isolated from various soil samples in Egypt. The cell-free supernatants of these strains were tested for their ability. These strains' cell-free supernatants were tested for their ability to synthesize collagen-NPs. Five isolates had the ability to biosynthesize collagen-NPs. Among these, a potential culture, Streptomyces sp. NEAA-1, was chosen and identified as Streptomyces xinghaiensis NEAA-1 based on 16S rRNA sequence analysis as well as morphological, cultural and physiological properties. The sequence data has been deposited at the GenBank database under the accession No. OQ652077.1. Face-centered central composite design (FCCD) has been conducted to maximize collagen-NPs biosynthesis. Maximum collagen-NPs was 8.92 mg/mL under the condition of 10 mg/mL of collagen concentration, initial pH 7, incubation time of 48 h and temperature of 35 °C. The yield of collagen-NPs obtained via FCCD optimization (8.92 mg/mL) was 3.32-fold compared to the yield obtained under non-optimized conditions (2.5 mg/mL). TEM analysis of collagen-NPs showed hollow sphere nanoscale particles with mean of 32.63 ± 14.59 nm in diameter. FTIR spectra showed major peaks of amide I, amide II and amide III of collagen and also the cell-free supernatant involved in effective capping of collagen-NPs. The biosynthesized collagen-NPs exhibited anti-hemolytic, antioxidant and cytotoxic activities. The inhibitory concentrations (IC50) against MCF-7, HeP-G2 and HCT116 cell lines were 11.62 ± 0.8, 19.60 ± 1.2 and 41.67 ± 2.2 µg/mL; respectively. The in-vivo investigation showed that collagen-NPs can suppress Ehrlich ascites carcinoma (EAC) growth in mice. The collagen-NPs/DOX combination treatment showed considerable tumor growth suppression (95.58%). Collagen-NPs evaluated as nanocarrier with a chemotherapeutic agent, methotrexate (MTX). The average size of MTX loaded collagen-NPs was 42.73 ± 3.5 nm. Encapsulation efficiency percentage (EE %) was 48.91% and drug loading percentage (DL %) was 24.45%.
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- Asmaa A El-Sawah
- Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt.
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- Department of Bioprocess Development, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications (SRTA-City), New Borg El-Arab City, 21934, Alexandria, Egypt.
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- Medical Microbiology and Immunology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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Kerdtoob S, Chanthasena P, Rosyidah A, Limphirat W, Penkhrue W, Ganta P, Srisakvarangkool W, Yasawong M, Nantapong N. Streptomyces monashensis MSK03-mediated synthesis of gold nanoparticles: characterization and antibacterial activity. RSC Adv 2024; 14:4778-4787. [PMID: 38318610 PMCID: PMC10840456 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra07555a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/28/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024] Open
Abstract
Nanotechnology is a cutting-edge field with diverse applications, particularly in the utilization of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) due to their stability and biocompatibility. AuNPs serve as pivotal components in medical applications, with a specific emphasis on their significant antibacterial efficacy. This study focuses on synthesizing AuNPs using the cell-free supernatant of Streptomyces monashensis MSK03, isolated from terrestrial soil in Thailand. The biosynthesis process involved utilizing the cell-free supernatant of S. monashensis MSK03 and hydrogen tetrachloroauric acid (HAuCl4) under controlled conditions of 37 °C and 200 rpm agitation. Characterization studies revealed spherical AuNPs with sizes ranging from 7.1 to 40.0 nm (average size: 23.2 ± 10.7 nm), as confirmed by TEM. UV-Vis spectroscopy indicated a localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) band at 545 nm, while XRD analysis confirmed a crystalline structure with characteristics of cubic lattice surfaces. The capping molecules on the surface of AuNPs carry a negative charge, indicated by a Zeta potential of -26.35 mV, and FTIR analysis identified functional groups involved in reduction and stabilization. XANES spectra further confirmed the successful reduction of Au3+ to Au0. Moreover, the synthesized AuNPs demonstrated antibacterial activity against drug-resistant strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Acinetobacter baumannii. Interestingly, the AuNPs showed non-toxicity to Vero cell lines. These significant antibacterial properties of the produced nanoparticles mean they hold great promise as new antimicrobial treatments for tackling the increasing issue of antibiotic resistance.
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- Supavadee Kerdtoob
- School of Preclinical Sciences, Institute of Science, Suranaree University of Technology Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 Thailand
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- Department of Medical Technology, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Nakhonratchasima College Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 Thailand
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- Research Center for Vaccine and Drug, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) Bogor West Java Indonesia
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- Synchrotron Light Research Institute 111 University Avenue Nakhon Ratchasima Thailand
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- School of Preclinical Sciences, Institute of Science, Suranaree University of Technology Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 Thailand
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- School of Preclinical Sciences, Institute of Science, Suranaree University of Technology Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 Thailand
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- School of Preclinical Sciences, Institute of Science, Suranaree University of Technology Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 Thailand
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- Programme on Environmental Toxicology, Chulabhorn Graduate Institute Bangkok 10210 Thailand
- Center of Excellence on Environmental Health and Toxicology (EHT), OPS, MHESI Bangkok 10400 Thailand
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- School of Preclinical Sciences, Institute of Science, Suranaree University of Technology Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 Thailand
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Pegoraro NS, Gehrcke M, Camponogara C, Fialho MFP, Cruz L, Oliveira SM. The Association of Oleic Acid and Dexamethasone Acetate into Nanocapsules Enables a Reduction in the Effective Corticosteroid Dose in a UVB Radiation-Induced Sunburn Model in Mice. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:176. [PMID: 38399236 PMCID: PMC10892665 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16020176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Revised: 01/22/2024] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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Dexamethasone has a high anti-inflammatory efficacy in treating skin inflammation. However, its use is related to the rebound effect, rosacea, purple, and increased blood glucose levels. Nanotechnology approaches have emerged as strategies for drug delivery due to their advantages in improving therapeutic effects. To reduce dexamethasone-related adverse effects and improve the anti-inflammatory efficacy of treatments, we developed nanocarriers containing this corticosteroid and oleic acid. Nanocapsules and nanoemulsion presented dexamethasone content close to the theoretical value and controlled dexamethasone release in an in vitro assay. Gellan gum-based hydrogels were successfully prepared to employ the nanostructured systems. A permeation study employing porcine skin showed that hydrogels containing non-nanoencapsulated dexamethasone (0.025%) plus oleic acid (3%) or oleic acid (3%) plus dexamethasone (0.025%)-loaded nanocapsules provided a higher amount of dexamethasone in the epidermis compared to non-nanoencapsulated dexamethasone (0.5%). Hydrogels containing oleic acid plus dexamethasone-loaded nanocapsules effectively inhibited mice ear edema (with inhibitions of 89.26 ± 3.77% and 85.11 ± 2.88%, respectively) and inflammatory cell infiltration (with inhibitions of 49.58 ± 4.29% and 27.60 ± 11.70%, respectively). Importantly, the dexamethasone dose employed in hydrogels containing the nanocapsules that effectively inhibited ear edema and cell infiltration was 20-fold lower (0.025%) than that of non-nanoencapsulated dexamethasone (0.5%). Additionally, no adverse effects were observed in preliminary toxicity tests. Our study suggests that nanostructured hydrogel containing a reduced effective dose of dexamethasone could be a promising therapeutic alternative to treat inflammatory disorders with reduced or absent adverse effects. Additionally, testing our formulation in a clinical study on patients with skin inflammatory diseases would be very important to validate our study.
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- Natháli Schopf Pegoraro
- Graduate Program in Biological Sciences: Toxicological Biochemistry, Centre of Natural and Exact Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria 97105-900, RS, Brazil; (N.S.P.); (C.C.); (M.F.P.F.)
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- Graduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Centre of Health Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria 97105-900, RS, Brazil; (M.G.); (L.C.)
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- Graduate Program in Biological Sciences: Toxicological Biochemistry, Centre of Natural and Exact Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria 97105-900, RS, Brazil; (N.S.P.); (C.C.); (M.F.P.F.)
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- Graduate Program in Biological Sciences: Toxicological Biochemistry, Centre of Natural and Exact Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria 97105-900, RS, Brazil; (N.S.P.); (C.C.); (M.F.P.F.)
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- Graduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Centre of Health Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria 97105-900, RS, Brazil; (M.G.); (L.C.)
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- Graduate Program in Biological Sciences: Toxicological Biochemistry, Centre of Natural and Exact Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria 97105-900, RS, Brazil; (N.S.P.); (C.C.); (M.F.P.F.)
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Centre of Natural and Exact Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria 97105-900, RS, Brazil
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Piosik E, Modlińska A, Gołaszewski M, Chełminiak-Dudkiewicz D, Ziegler-Borowska M. Influence of the Type of Biocompatible Polymer in the Shell of Magnetite Nanoparticles on Their Interaction with DPPC in Two-Component Langmuir Monolayers. J Phys Chem B 2024; 128:781-794. [PMID: 38215049 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpcb.3c05964] [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: 01/14/2024]
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Magnetite nanoparticles (MNPs) are attractive nanomaterials for applications in magnetic resonance imaging, targeted drug delivery, and anticancer therapy due to their unique properties such as nontoxicity, wide chemical affinity, and intrinsic superparamagnetism. Their functionalization with polymers such as chitosan or poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) can not only improve their biocompatibility and biodegradability but it also plays an important role in their interactions with biological cells. In this work, the effect of the functionalization of MNPs with chitosan, PVA, and their blend on model cell membranes formed from 1,2-dipalmitoyl-sn-glycerol-3-phosphocholine (DPPC) using a Langmuir technique was studied. The studies performed showed that the type of biocompatible polymer in the MNP shell plays a crucial role in the effectiveness of its adsorption process into the model cell membrane. Modification of MNPs with chitosan facilitates significantly more effective adsorption than coating them with PVA or with a chitosan and PVA blend. The presence of all the investigated MNPs in the DPPC monolayer at low concentrations does not affect its thermodynamic state, fluidity, or morphology, which is promising in terms of their biocompatibility. On the other hand, their high concentration (molar fraction above ≈0.05) exerts a disruptive effect on the model cell membrane and results in their aggregation, leading probably to the loss of their superparamagnetic properties essential for nanomedicine.
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- Emilia Piosik
- Faculty of Material Engineering and Technical Physics, Poznan University of Technology, Piotrowo 3, Poznań 60-965, Poland
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- Faculty of Material Engineering and Technical Physics, Poznan University of Technology, Piotrowo 3, Poznań 60-965, Poland
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- Faculty of Material Engineering and Technical Physics, Poznan University of Technology, Piotrowo 3, Poznań 60-965, Poland
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- Faculty of Chemistry, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Gagarina 7, Toruń 87-100, Poland
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Gul M, Khan RS, Islam ZU, Khan S, Shumaila A, Umar S, Khan S, Brekhna, Zahoor M, Ditta A. Nanoparticles in plant resistance against bacterial pathogens: current status and future prospects. Mol Biol Rep 2024; 51:92. [PMID: 38194006 DOI: 10.1007/s11033-023-08914-3] [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: 08/14/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024]
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Nanoparticles (NPs) serve immense roles in various fields of science. They have vastly upgraded conventional methods in the fields of agriculture and food sciences to eliminate growing threats of crop damage and disease, caused by various phytopathogens including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and some insects. Bacterial diseases resulted in mass damage of crops by adopting antibacterial resistance, which has proved to be a major threat leading to food scarcity. Therefore, numerous NPs with antibacterial potentials have been formulated to overcome the problem of antibiotic resistance alongside an increase in crop yield and boosting plant immunity. NPs synthesized through green synthesis techniques have proved to be more effective and environment-friendly than those synthesized via chemical methods. NPs exhibit great roles in plants ranging from enhanced crop yield to disease suppression, to targeted drug and pesticide deliveries inside the plants and acting as biosensors for pathogen detection. NPs serves major roles in disruption of cellular membranes, ROS production, altering of DNA and protein entities and changing energy transductions. This review focuses on the antibacterial effect of NPs on several plant bacterial pathogens, mostly, against Pseudomonas syringe, Ralstonia solanacearum, Xanthomonas axonopodis, Clavibacter michiganensisand Pantoea ananatis both in vivo and ex vivo, thereby minimizing their antibacterial resistance and enhancing the plants acquired immunity. Therefore, NPs present a safer and more reliable bactericidal activity against various disease-causing bacteria in plants.
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- Maria Gul
- Department of Biotechnology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, Pakistan
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- Department of Biotechnology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, Pakistan.
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- Department of Biotechnology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, Pakistan
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- Department of Biotechnology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, Pakistan
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- Department of Biotechnology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, Pakistan
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- Department of Biotechnology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, Pakistan
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- Department of Biotechnology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, Pakistan
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- Department of Physics, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Malakand, Chakdara, 18800, Pakistan
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- Department of Environmental Sciences, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Upper Dir, 18000, Sheringal, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
- School of Biological Sciences, The University of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, WA, 6009, Australia
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Nath S, Shyanti RK, Singh RP, Mishra M, Pathak B. Thespesia lampas mediated green synthesis of silver and gold nanoparticles for enhanced biological applications. Front Microbiol 2024; 14:1324111. [PMID: 38304863 PMCID: PMC10832436 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2023.1324111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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The present study investigated the synthesis and biological applications of green, economical, and multifunctional silver and gold nanoparticles (TSAgNPs and TSAuNPs) using the ethnomedical important medicinal plant Thespesia lampas for biological activities. Relatively higher levels of antioxidant components were measured in T. lampas compared to the well-known Adhatoda vasica, and Diplocyclos palmatus suggested the potential of T. lampas for the study. Synthesized TSAgNPs and TSAuNPs were characterized through UV-Vis, XRD, SEM-EDS, HR-TEM, SAED, and FTIR techniques. SEM revealed that TSAgNPs and TSAuNPs were predominantly spherical in shape with 19 ± 7.3 and 43 ± 6.3 nm crystal sizes. The sizes of TSAgNPs and TSAuNPs were found to be12 ± 4.8 and 45 ± 2.9 nm, respectively, according to TEM measurements. The FTIR and phytochemical analyses revealed that the polyphenols and proteins present in T. lampas may act as bio-reducing and stabilizing agents for the synthesis. Synthesized NPs exhibited enhanced scavenging properties for ABTS and DPPH radicals. TSAgNPs and TSAuNPs were able to protect DNA nicking up to 13.48% and 15.38%, respectively, from oxidative stress. TSAgNPs possessed efficient antibacterial activities in a concentration-dependent manner against human pathogenic bacteria, such as E. coli, B. subtilis, P. vulgaris, and S. typhi. Furthermore, TSAgNPs and TSAuNPs showed significant cytotoxicity against FaDu HNSCC grown in 2D at 50 and 100 μg mL-1. Tumor inhibitory effects on FaDu-derived spheroid were significant for TSAgNPs > TSAuNPs at 100 μg mL-1 in 3D conditions. Dead cells were highest largely for TSAgNPs (76.65% ± 1.76%), while TSAuNPs were non-significant, and Saq was ineffectively compared with the control. However, the diameter of the spheroid drastically reduced for TSAgNPs (3.94 folds) followed by TSAuNPs (2.58 folds), Saq (1.94 folds), and cisplatin (1.83 folds) at 100 μg mL-1. The findings of the study suggested the bio-competence of TSAgNPs and TSAuNPs as multi-responsive agents for antioxidants, DNA protection, antibacterial, and anti-tumor activities to provide a better comprehension of the role of phytogenic nanoparticles in healthcare systems.
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- Sunayana Nath
- School of Environment and Sustainable Development, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
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- School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
- Cancer Biology Research and Training Program, Department of Biological Sciences, Alabama State University, Montgomery, AL, United States
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- School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
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- Cancer Biology Research and Training Program, Department of Biological Sciences, Alabama State University, Montgomery, AL, United States
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- School of Environment and Sustainable Development, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
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París-Muñoz A, León-Triana O, Pérez-Martínez A, Barber DF. Helios as a Potential Biomarker in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and New Therapies Based on Immunosuppressive Cells. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 25:452. [PMID: 38203623 PMCID: PMC10778776 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25010452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2023] [Revised: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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The Helios protein (encoded by the IKZF2 gene) is a member of the Ikaros transcription family and it has recently been proposed as a promising biomarker for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) disease progression in both mouse models and patients. Helios is beginning to be studied extensively for its influence on the T regulatory (Treg) compartment, both CD4+ Tregs and KIR+/Ly49+ CD8+ Tregs, with alterations to the number and function of these cells correlated to the autoimmune phenomenon. This review analyzes the most recent research on Helios expression in relation to the main immune cell populations and its role in SLE immune homeostasis, specifically focusing on the interaction between T cells and tolerogenic dendritic cells (tolDCs). This information could be potentially useful in the design of new therapies, with a particular focus on transfer therapies using immunosuppressive cells. Finally, we will discuss the possibility of using nanotechnology for magnetic targeting to overcome some of the obstacles related to these therapeutic approaches.
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- Andrés París-Muñoz
- Department of Immunology and Oncology and NanoBiomedicine Initiative, Centro Nacional de Biotecnología (CNB-CSIC), 28049 Madrid, Spain;
- Translational Research in Pediatric Oncology, Hematopoietic Transplantation and Cell Therapy, IdiPAZ, Hospital Universitario La Paz, 28049 Madrid, Spain; (O.L.-T.); (A.P.-M.)
- IdiPAZ-CNIO Pediatric Onco-Hematology Clinical Research Unit, Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO), 28049 Madrid, Spain
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- Translational Research in Pediatric Oncology, Hematopoietic Transplantation and Cell Therapy, IdiPAZ, Hospital Universitario La Paz, 28049 Madrid, Spain; (O.L.-T.); (A.P.-M.)
- IdiPAZ-CNIO Pediatric Onco-Hematology Clinical Research Unit, Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO), 28049 Madrid, Spain
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- Translational Research in Pediatric Oncology, Hematopoietic Transplantation and Cell Therapy, IdiPAZ, Hospital Universitario La Paz, 28049 Madrid, Spain; (O.L.-T.); (A.P.-M.)
- IdiPAZ-CNIO Pediatric Onco-Hematology Clinical Research Unit, Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO), 28049 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Immunology and Oncology and NanoBiomedicine Initiative, Centro Nacional de Biotecnología (CNB-CSIC), 28049 Madrid, Spain;
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Yaqubi AK, Astuti SD, Zaidan AH, Nurdin DZI. Blue Laser-Activated Silver Nanoparticles from Grape Seed Extract for Photodynamic Antimicrobial Therapy Against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. J Lasers Med Sci 2023; 14:e69. [PMID: 38318214 PMCID: PMC10843232 DOI: 10.34172/jlms.2023.69] [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: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/15/2023] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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Introduction: Living organisms, particularly humans, frequently encounter microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, and viruses in their surroundings. Silver nanoparticles are widely used in biomedical devices due to their antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. The study evaluates the efficacy of blue laser and silver nanoparticles from grape seed extract (AgNPs-GSE) in reducing gram-negative Escherichia coli and gram-positive Staphylococcus aureus bacteria causing infections. Methods: The sample consisted of four groups: a control without laser irradiation (T0), E. coli samples (A1 and A2) irradiated with a 405 nm diode laser at different times and concentrations of silver nanoparticles, and S. aureus samples (A3 and A4) irradiated with a 405 nm diode laser at different times and concentrations. Bacteria in groups A2 and A4 were treated with a photosensitizer (PS) made from grape seed extracts, incubated for 10 minutes, and then irradiated for 90, 120, 150, and 180 seconds. The samples were cultured on Tryptic Soy Agar (TSA) media, incubated at 37 °C, counted by using a Quebec colony counter, and analyzed using ANOVA and Tukey tests with a significance level of P<0.05. Results: The study found that 10 µl of AgNPs-GSE, when combined with exposure to a blue laser at 405 nm and a dose of 3.44 J/cm2, can effectively photoinactivate E. coli and S. aureus bacteria. The addition of AgNPs-GSE to E. coli bacteria led to a significant reduction in their viability, with a reduction of 73.93%, 80.96%, and 83.80%, respectively. Similarly, when S. aureus bacteria were irradiated for 180 seconds by adding 1 mM, 1.5 mM, and 2 mM AgNPs-GSE, bacterial viability was reduced by 70.87%, 78.04%, and 87.01%, respectively. Conclusion: The findings from the present study indicate that at an energy density of 3.44 J/cm2, it was possible to inactivate E. coli by 83.80% and S. aureus by 87.01%.
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Airlangga University, Surabaya, 60115, East Java, Indonesia
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Al-Otibi F. The Antifungal Activities of Silver Nano-Aggregates Biosynthesized from the Aqueous Extract and the Alkaline Aqueous Fraction of Rhazya stricta against Some Fusarium Species. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 14:88. [PMID: 38202544 PMCID: PMC10780319 DOI: 10.3390/nano14010088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 12/23/2023] [Accepted: 12/23/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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Rhazya stricta is a major medicinal species used in indigenous medicinal herbal medications in South Asia, the Middle East, Iran, and Iraq to treat a variety of ailments. The current study aimed to investigate the antifungal properties of biosynthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) made from R. stricta aqueous extract and its alkaline aqueous fraction. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), UV-vis spectrophotometry, dynamic light scattering (DLS), and transmitted electron microscopy (TEM) were used to characterize AgNPs. The produced extracts and AgNPs were tested for their antifungal efficacy against four Fusarium spp. All of the characterization experiments proved the biosynthesis of targeted AgNPs. FTIR showed a wide distribution of hydroxyl, amino, carboxyl, and alkyl functional groups among all preparations. The DLS results showed that the produced Aq-AgNPs and the Alk-AgNPs had an average size of 95.9 nm and 54.04 nm, respectively. On the other hand, TEM results showed that the Aq-AgNPs and Alk-AgNPs had average diameters ranging from 21 to 90 nm and 7.25 to 25.32 nm. Both AgNPs absorbed UV light on average at 405 nm and 415 nm, respectively. Regarding the fungicidal activity, the highest doses of Aq-extract and Aq-AgNPs inhibited the mycelial growth of F. incarnatum (19.8%, 87.5%), F. solani (28.1%, 72.3%), F. proliferatum (37.5%, 75%), and F. verticillioides (27.1%, 62.5%), respectively (p < 0.001). Interestingly, the Alk-fraction had stronger inhibition than the biosynthesized AgNPs, which resulted in complete inhibition at the doses of 10% and 20% (p < 0.001). Furthermore, microscopic analysis demonstrated that both AgNPs caused obvious morphological alterations in the treated organisms when compared to the control. In conclusion, R. stricta's Aq-extract, alkaline fraction, and their biosynthesized AgNPs show substantial antifungal efficacy against several Fusarium spp. It is the first study to highlight the prospective biological activities of R. stricta Aq-extract and its alkaline fraction against F. incarnatum, F. proliferatum, and F. verticillioides. In addition, it is the first opportunity to deeply investigate the ultrastructural changes induced in the Fusarium species treated with R. stricta crude Aq-extract and its biosynthesized AgNPs. More studies are required to investigate their biological effect against other Fusarium or fungal species.
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- Fatimah Al-Otibi
- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 22452, Riyadh 11495, Saudi Arabia
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Ribeiro CAS, Panico K, Handajevsky TJ, da Silva FD, Bellettini IC, Pavlova E, Giacomelli FC. Polyethylenimine as a Versatile Simultaneous Reducing and Stabilizing Agent Enabling One-Pot Synthesis of Transition-Metal Nanoparticles: Fundamental Aspects and Practical Implications. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2023; 39:17353-17365. [PMID: 37991740 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.3c02538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2023]
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The large surface area of metallic nanoparticles provides them with particular optical, chemical, and biological properties, accordingly enabling their use in a wide array of applications. In this regard, facile and fast synthetic approaches are desirable for ready-to-use functional materials. Following early investigations focused on the direct synthesis of polymer-coated gold nanoparticles, we herein demonstrate that such a strategy can be used to manufacture different types of d-block transition-metal nanoparticles via a one-pot method in aqueous media and mild temperature conditions. Gold (Au3+), palladium (Pd2+), and silver (Ag+) ions could be reduced using only polyethylenimine (PEI) or PEI derivatives acting simultaneously as a reducing and stabilizing agent and without the aid of any other external agent. The process gave rise, for instance, to Pd urchin-like nanostructures with a large surface area which confers to them outstanding catalytic performance compared to AuNPs and AgNPs produced using the same strategy. The polymer-stabilized AgNPs were demonstrated to be biocide against a variety of microorganisms, although AuNPs and PdNPs do not hold such an attribute at least in the probed concentration range. These findings may provide significant advances toward the practical, facile, and ready-to-use manufacturing of transition-metal nanoparticles for a myriad of applications.
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- Caroline A S Ribeiro
- Centro de Ciências Naturais e Humanas, Universidade Federal do ABC, Santo André 09280-560, Brazil
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- Centro de Ciências Naturais e Humanas, Universidade Federal do ABC, Santo André 09280-560, Brazil
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- Centro de Ciências Naturais e Humanas, Universidade Federal do ABC, Santo André 09280-560, Brazil
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- Centro de Ciências Naturais e Humanas, Universidade Federal do ABC, Santo André 09280-560, Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciências Exatas e Educação, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Blumenau 89036-004, Brazil
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- Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague 162 00, Czech Republic
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- Centro de Ciências Naturais e Humanas, Universidade Federal do ABC, Santo André 09280-560, Brazil
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Capuano N, Amato A, Dell’Annunziata F, Giordano F, Folliero V, Di Spirito F, More PR, De Filippis A, Martina S, Amato M, Galdiero M, Iandolo A, Franci G. Nanoparticles and Their Antibacterial Application in Endodontics. Antibiotics (Basel) 2023; 12:1690. [PMID: 38136724 PMCID: PMC10740835 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics12121690] [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: 10/26/2023] [Revised: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Root canal treatment represents a significant challenge as current cleaning and disinfection methodologies fail to remove persistent bacterial biofilms within the intricate anatomical structures. Recently, the field of nanotechnology has emerged as a promising frontier with numerous biomedical applications. Among the most notable contributions of nanotechnology are nanoparticles, which possess antimicrobial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. Nanoparticles cause the destructuring of bacterial walls, increasing the permeability of the cell membrane, stimulating the generation of reactive oxygen species, and interrupting the replication of deoxyribonucleic acid through the controlled release of ions. Thus, they could revolutionize endodontics, obtaining superior results and guaranteeing a promising short- and long-term prognosis. Therefore, chitosan, silver, graphene, poly(lactic) co-glycolic acid, bioactive glass, mesoporous calcium silicate, hydroxyapatite, zirconia, glucose oxidase magnetic, copper, and zinc oxide nanoparticles in endodontic therapy have been investigated in the present review. The diversified antimicrobial mechanisms of action, the numerous applications, and the high degree of clinical safety could encourage the scientific community to adopt nanoparticles as potential drugs for the treatment of endodontic diseases, overcoming the limitations related to antibiotic resistance and eradication of the biofilm.
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- Nicoletta Capuano
- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (N.C.); (F.D.); (F.G.); (V.F.); (F.D.S.); (S.M.); (M.A.)
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Science and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy;
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (N.C.); (F.D.); (F.G.); (V.F.); (F.D.S.); (S.M.); (M.A.)
- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, 80138 Naples, Italy; (P.R.M.); (A.D.F.); (M.G.)
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (N.C.); (F.D.); (F.G.); (V.F.); (F.D.S.); (S.M.); (M.A.)
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (N.C.); (F.D.); (F.G.); (V.F.); (F.D.S.); (S.M.); (M.A.)
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (N.C.); (F.D.); (F.G.); (V.F.); (F.D.S.); (S.M.); (M.A.)
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, 80138 Naples, Italy; (P.R.M.); (A.D.F.); (M.G.)
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, 80138 Naples, Italy; (P.R.M.); (A.D.F.); (M.G.)
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (N.C.); (F.D.); (F.G.); (V.F.); (F.D.S.); (S.M.); (M.A.)
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (N.C.); (F.D.); (F.G.); (V.F.); (F.D.S.); (S.M.); (M.A.)
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, 80138 Naples, Italy; (P.R.M.); (A.D.F.); (M.G.)
- Complex Operative Unity of Virology and Microbiology, University Hospital of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (N.C.); (F.D.); (F.G.); (V.F.); (F.D.S.); (S.M.); (M.A.)
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy; (N.C.); (F.D.); (F.G.); (V.F.); (F.D.S.); (S.M.); (M.A.)
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Afzal MA, Javed M, Aroob S, Javed T, M Alnoman M, Alelwani W, Bibi I, Sharif M, Saleem M, Rizwan M, Raheel A, Maseeh I, Carabineiro SAC, Taj MB. The Biogenic Synthesis of Bimetallic Ag/ZnO Nanoparticles: A Multifunctional Approach for Methyl Violet Photocatalytic Degradation and the Assessment of Antibacterial, Antioxidant, and Cytotoxicity Properties. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:2079. [PMID: 37513090 PMCID: PMC10385465 DOI: 10.3390/nano13142079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2023] [Revised: 07/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/13/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023]
Abstract
In this study, bimetallic nanoparticles (NPs) of silver (Ag) and zinc oxide (ZnO) were synthesized using Leptadenia pyrotechnica leaf extract for the first time. Monometallic NPs were also obtained for comparison. The characterization of the prepared NPs was carried out using various techniques, including UV-Visible spectroscopy (UV-Vis), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). The latter confirmed the crystalline nature and diameter of the monometallic and bimetallic NPs of Ag and ZnO. The SEM images of the prepared NPs revealed their different shapes. The biological activities of the NPs were evaluated concerning their antibacterial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic properties. The antibacterial activities were measured using the time-killing method. The results demonstrated that both the monometallic and bimetallic NPs inhibited the growth of Gram-negative (Escherichia coli) and Gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus) bacteria. The antioxidant activities of the NPs were evaluated using the DPPH (2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl) assay and their cytotoxicity was checked using the MTT (3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide) assay. The results indicated that the controlled quantity of the monometallic and bimetallic NPs did not affect the viability of the cells. However, the decreased cell (L-929) viability suggested that the NPs could have anticancer properties. Furthermore, the photocatalytic degradation of methyl violet and 4-nitrophenol was investigated using the prepared Ag/ZnO NPs, examining the factors affecting the degradation process and conducting a kinetic and thermodynamic study. The prepared Ag/ZnO NPs demonstrated good photocatalytic degradation (88.9%) of the methyl violet (rate constant of 0.0183 min-1) in comparison to 4-nitrophenol (NPh), with a degradation rate of 81.37% and 0.0172 min-1, respectively. Overall, the bimetallic NPs showed superior antibacterial, antioxidant, cytotoxic, and photocatalytic properties compared to the monometallic NPs of Ag and ZnO.
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Affiliation(s)
- Muhammad Asjad Afzal
- Institute of Chemistry, Green Synthesis Laboratory, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur 63100, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Lahore, Lahore 54590, Pakistan
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- Institute of Chemistry, Green Synthesis Laboratory, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur 63100, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Sahiwal, Sahiwal 57000, Pakistan
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Taibah University, Yanbu P.O. Box 344, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Science, University of Jeddah, Jeddah 21959, Saudi Arabia
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- Institute of Chemistry, Green Synthesis Laboratory, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur 63100, Pakistan
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- Institute of Chemistry, Green Synthesis Laboratory, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur 63100, Pakistan
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- Institute of Chemistry, Green Synthesis Laboratory, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur 63100, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Lahore, Lahore 54590, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan
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- Institute of Chemistry, Green Synthesis Laboratory, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur 63100, Pakistan
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- LAQV-REQUIMTE, Department of Chemistry, NOVA School of Science and Technology, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- Institute of Chemistry, Green Synthesis Laboratory, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur 63100, Pakistan
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