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Prodana M, Stoian AB, Ionita D, Brajnicov S, Boerasu I, Enachescu M, Burnei C. In-Depth Characterization of Two Bioactive Coatings Obtained Using MAPLE on TiTaZrAg. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 17:2989. [PMID: 38930358 PMCID: PMC11205300 DOI: 10.3390/ma17122989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2024] [Revised: 05/29/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
Abstract
TiZrTaAg alloy is a remarkable material with exceptional properties, making it a unique choice among various industrial applications. In the present study, two types of bioactive coatings using MAPLE were obtained on a TiZrTaAg substrate. The base coating consisted in a mixture of chitosan and bioglass in which zinc oxide and graphene oxide were added. The samples were characterized in-depth through a varied choice of methods to provide a more complete picture of the two types of bioactive coating. The analysis included Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), ellipsometry, and micro-Raman. The Vickers hardness test was used to determine the hardness of the films and the penetration depth. Film adhesion forces were determined using atomic force microscopy (AFM). The corrosion rate was highlighted by polarization curves and by using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The performed tests revealed that the composite coatings improve the properties of the TiZrTaAg alloy, making them feasible for future use as scaffold materials or in implantology.
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- Mariana Prodana
- Department of General Chemistry, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 313 Splaiul Independentei, 060042 Bucharest, Romania; (M.P.); (A.B.S.)
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- Department of General Chemistry, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 313 Splaiul Independentei, 060042 Bucharest, Romania; (M.P.); (A.B.S.)
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- Department of General Chemistry, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 313 Splaiul Independentei, 060042 Bucharest, Romania; (M.P.); (A.B.S.)
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- Lasers Department, National Institute for Lasers, Plasma and Radiation Physics, 409 Atomistilor Street, 077125 Magurele, Romania;
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- Center for Surface Science and Nanotechnology, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 313 Splaiul Independentei, 060042 Bucharest, Romania; (I.B.); (M.E.)
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- Center for Surface Science and Nanotechnology, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 313 Splaiul Independentei, 060042 Bucharest, Romania; (I.B.); (M.E.)
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- Clinical Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology II, Clinical Emergency Hospital, Calea Floreasca 8, 014461 Bucharest, Romania;
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Constantinescu S, Niculescu AG, Hudiță A, Grumezescu V, Rădulescu D, Bîrcă AC, Irimiciuc SA, Gherasim O, Holban AM, Gălățeanu B, Oprea OC, Ficai A, Vasile BȘ, Grumezescu AM, Bolocan A, Rădulescu R. Silver/Graphene Oxide Nanostructured Coatings for Modulating the Microbial Susceptibility of Fixation Devices Used in Knee Surgery. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 25:246. [PMID: 38203420 PMCID: PMC10779033 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25010246] [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: 11/12/2023] [Revised: 12/16/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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Exploring silver-based and carbon-based nanomaterials' excellent intrinsic antipathogenic effects represents an attractive alternative for fabricating anti-infective formulations. Using chemical synthesis protocols, stearate-conjugated silver (Ag@C18) nanoparticles and graphene oxide nanosheets (nGOs) were herein obtained and investigated in terms of composition and microstructure. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) characterizations revealed the formation of nanomaterials with desirable physical properties, while X-ray diffraction (XRD) analyses confirmed the high purity of synthesized nanomaterials. Further, laser-processed Ag@C18-nGO coatings were developed, optimized, and evaluated in terms of biological and microbiological outcomes. The highly biocompatible Ag@C18-nGO nanostructured coatings proved suitable candidates for the local modulation of biofilm-associated periprosthetic infections.
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- Sorin Constantinescu
- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eroii Sanitari St. 8, 050474 Bucharest, Romania; (S.C.); (D.R.); (A.B.); (R.R.)
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- Research Institute of the University of Bucharest—ICUB, University of Bucharest, 050657 Bucharest, Romania; (A.-G.N.); (A.M.H.)
- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gh. Polizu St. 1-7, 060042 Bucharest, Romania; (A.C.B.); (A.F.); (B.Ș.V.)
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- Research Institute of the University of Bucharest—ICUB, University of Bucharest, 050657 Bucharest, Romania; (A.-G.N.); (A.M.H.)
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Bucharest, 050095 Bucharest, Romania;
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- Lasers Department, National Institute for Lasers, Plasma and Radiation Physics, 409 Atomistilor St., 077125 Magurele, Romania; (V.G.); (S.A.I.); (O.G.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eroii Sanitari St. 8, 050474 Bucharest, Romania; (S.C.); (D.R.); (A.B.); (R.R.)
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- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gh. Polizu St. 1-7, 060042 Bucharest, Romania; (A.C.B.); (A.F.); (B.Ș.V.)
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- Lasers Department, National Institute for Lasers, Plasma and Radiation Physics, 409 Atomistilor St., 077125 Magurele, Romania; (V.G.); (S.A.I.); (O.G.)
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- Lasers Department, National Institute for Lasers, Plasma and Radiation Physics, 409 Atomistilor St., 077125 Magurele, Romania; (V.G.); (S.A.I.); (O.G.)
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- Research Institute of the University of Bucharest—ICUB, University of Bucharest, 050657 Bucharest, Romania; (A.-G.N.); (A.M.H.)
- Microbiology and Immunology Department, Faculty of Biology, University of Bucharest, 1-3 Portocalelor Lane, District 5, 77206 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Bucharest, 050095 Bucharest, Romania;
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- Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and Electrochemistry, University Politehnica of Bucharest, 1-7 Polizu St., 011061 Bucharest, Romania;
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, Spl. Independenței 54, 50085 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gh. Polizu St. 1-7, 060042 Bucharest, Romania; (A.C.B.); (A.F.); (B.Ș.V.)
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, Spl. Independenței 54, 50085 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gh. Polizu St. 1-7, 060042 Bucharest, Romania; (A.C.B.); (A.F.); (B.Ș.V.)
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- Research Institute of the University of Bucharest—ICUB, University of Bucharest, 050657 Bucharest, Romania; (A.-G.N.); (A.M.H.)
- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gh. Polizu St. 1-7, 060042 Bucharest, Romania; (A.C.B.); (A.F.); (B.Ș.V.)
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, Spl. Independenței 54, 50085 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eroii Sanitari St. 8, 050474 Bucharest, Romania; (S.C.); (D.R.); (A.B.); (R.R.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eroii Sanitari St. 8, 050474 Bucharest, Romania; (S.C.); (D.R.); (A.B.); (R.R.)
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Murphy B, Baez J, Morris MA. Characterising Hydroxyapatite Deposited from Solution onto Novel Substrates: Growth Mechanism and Physical Properties. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:2483. [PMID: 37686991 PMCID: PMC10489777 DOI: 10.3390/nano13172483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2023] [Revised: 08/29/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023]
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Whilst titanium, stainless steel, and cobalt-chrome alloys are the most common materials for use in orthopaedic implant devices, there are significant advantages in moving to alternative non-metallic substrates. Substrates such as polymers may have advantageous mechanical biological properties whilst other substrates may bring unique capability. A key challenge in the use of non-metal products is producing substrates which can be modified to allow the formation of well-adhered hydroxyapatite films which promote osteointegration and have other beneficial properties. In this work, we aim to develop methodology for the growth of hydroxyapatite films on surfaces other than bulk metallic parts using a wet chemical coating process, and we provide a detailed characterisation of the coatings. In this study, hydroxyapatite is grown from saturated solutions onto thin titanium films and silicon substrates and compared to results from titanium alloy substrates. The coating process efficacy is shown to be dependent on substrate roughness, hydrophilicity, and activation. The mechanism of the hydroxyapatite growth is investigated in terms of initial attachment and morphological development using SEM and XPS analysis. XPS analysis reveals the exact chemical state of the hydroxyapatite compositional elements of Ca, P, and O. The characterisation of grown hydroxyapatite layers by XRD reveals that the hydroxyapatite forms from amorphous phases, displaying preferential crystal growth along the [002] direction, with TEM imagery confirming polycrystalline pockets amid an amorphous matrix. SEM-EDX and FTIR confirmed the presence of hydroxyapatite phases through elemental atomic weight percentages and bond assignment. All data are collated and reviewed for the different substrates. The results demonstrate that once hydroxyapatite seeds, it crystallises in the same manner as bulk titanium whether that be on a titanium or silicon substrate. These data suggest that a range of substrates may be coated using this facile hydroxyapatite deposition technique, just broadening the choice of substrate for a particular function.
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- Bríd Murphy
- Advanced Materials & Bioengineering Research Centre (AMBER), Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, D02 CP49 Dublin, Ireland;
- School of Chemistry, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, D02 PN40 Dublin, Ireland
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- Advanced Materials & Bioengineering Research Centre (AMBER), Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, D02 CP49 Dublin, Ireland;
- School of Chemistry, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, D02 PN40 Dublin, Ireland
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- Advanced Materials & Bioengineering Research Centre (AMBER), Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, D02 CP49 Dublin, Ireland;
- School of Chemistry, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, D02 PN40 Dublin, Ireland
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Nagaev EI, Baimler IV, Baryshev AS, Reut VE, Astashev ME. Interaction of Nd:YAG Laser Radiation with Bovine Serum Albumin Solution. BIO WEB OF CONFERENCES 2023. [DOI: 10.1051/bioconf/20235702006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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In this paper, the effect of Nd:YAG laser radiation on the properties of the BSA protein is investigated. A solution with a protein concentration of 5 mg/ml was irradiated for 30 minutes. After a 5-minute and 30-minute exposure, absorption spectra were taken, the particle size in the solution was determined by dynamic light scattering (DLS), the refractive index was determined, and fluorescent maps were taken. Raman spectroscopy of proteins was also performed. The results showed that after irradiation, the absorption of the protein solution decreases in the spectral range corresponding to amino acid residues. In DLS experiments, it was shown that the peak corresponding to protein molecules decreases, and the peaks corresponding to large aggregates (>100 nm) grow. Raman spectroscopy has shown that there is a decrease in intensity at a wavelength of 1570 cm-1. There were no significant changes in the refractive indices and the shape of the fluorescent maps. The data suggest that partial denaturation of proteins took place.
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