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Es-Haghi A, Amiri MS, Taghavizadeh Yazdi ME. Ferula latisecta gels for synthesis of zinc/silver binary nanoparticles: antibacterial effects against gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria and physicochemical characteristics. BMC Biotechnol 2024; 24:51. [PMID: 39090578 PMCID: PMC11292920 DOI: 10.1186/s12896-024-00878-x] [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: 05/15/2024] [Accepted: 07/15/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024] Open
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This study explores the potential antibacterial applications of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) enhanced with silver (Ag) using plant gel (ZnO-AgO NPs). The problem addressed is the increasing prevalence of pathogenic bacteria and the need for new, effective antimicrobial agents. ZnO NPs possess distinctive physicochemical properties that enable them to selectively target bacterial cells. Their small size and high surface area-to-volume ratio allow efficient cellular uptake and interaction with bacterial cells. In this study, the average size of the synthesized ZnO-Ag nanoparticles was 77.1 nm, with a significant standard deviation of 33.7 nm, indicating a wide size distribution. The nanoparticles demonstrated remarkable antibacterial efficacy against gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, with inhibition zones of 14.33 mm for E. coli and 15.66 mm for B. subtilis at a concentration of 300 µg/ml. Minimum inhibitory concentrations (MIC) were determined to be 100 µg/ml for E. coli and 75 µg/ml for S. saprophyticus. Additionally, ZnO-Ag NPs exhibited excellent biocompatibility, making them appropriate for various pharmacological uses. This study utilizes Ferula latisecta gels, offering a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to nanoparticle synthesis. Incorporating of Ag into ZnO NPs significantly enhances their antimicrobial properties, with the combined results showing great inhibition effects on pathogenic microbes. The findings suggest that ZnO-Ag NPs could be a promising candidate for addressing the challenges posed by drug-resistant bacterial infections and enhancing antimicrobial treatments.
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- Ali Es-Haghi
- Department of Biology, Mashhad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran.
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Karahutová L, Bujňáková D. Antimicrobial and anti-biofilm efficacy of different inorganic and organic zinc forms against multidrug-resistant Escherichia, Klebsiella, Staphylococcus and Pseudomonas. Vet Res Commun 2024; 48:1899-1905. [PMID: 38424381 PMCID: PMC11147831 DOI: 10.1007/s11259-024-10339-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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In our study antibacterial and anti-biofilm efficacy of 2 inorganics (Zn(II) sulphate monohydrate; Zn(II) sulphate heptahydrate) and 3 organic Zn(II) substances (Zn(II) chelate of protein hydrolysate: Zn-Bio; Zn(II) chelate of amino acid hydrate: Zn-AMK; Zn(II) chelate of glycine hydrate: Zn-Gly) were explored and compared against multidrug resistant Escherichia coli (E. coli), Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), Klebsiella oxytoca (K. oxytoca) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa) using by the 96- wells microtiter plate-based resazurin and/or crystal violet assay. Our finding confirmed that Zn(II)-sulphates and Zn(II)-amino acid complexes exhibit dose and genus-based antibacterial and anti-biofilm potential. Organic compounds (Zn-AMK and Zn-Gly) were more effective against bacterial growth, except P. aeruginosa. Besides Zn-AMK, others organic and inorganic forms of Zn(II) caused predominantly statistically significant decrease of biofilm production in all of tested bacteria. Current data highlights that Zn(II) in various forms has a great potential to be developed as antibacterial and anti-biofilm agents.
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- Lívia Karahutová
- Institute of Animal Physiology, Centre of Biosciences of the Slovak Academy of Sciences, Šoltésovej 4/6, 040 01, Košice, Slovak Republic
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- Institute of Animal Physiology, Centre of Biosciences of the Slovak Academy of Sciences, Šoltésovej 4/6, 040 01, Košice, Slovak Republic.
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Amparo TR, Sousa LRD, Xavier VF, Seibert JB, Paiva DL, da Silva DDS, Teixeira LFDM, dos Santos ODH, Vieira PMDA, de Souza GHB, Brandão GC. Protium spruceanum Extract Enhances Mupirocin Activity When Combined with Nanoemulsion-Based Hydrogel: A Multi-Target Strategy for Treating Skin and Soft Tissue Infections. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:700. [PMID: 38931824 PMCID: PMC11207036 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16060700] [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: 04/12/2024] [Revised: 05/07/2024] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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The treatment of skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) can be challenging due to bacterial resistance, particularly from strains like MRSA and biofilm formation. However, combining conventional antibiotics with natural products shows promise in treating SSTIs. The objective of this study is to develop a nanoemulsion-based hydrogel containing Protium spruceanum extract and mupirocin and evaluate its potential for the treatment of SSTIs. The nanoemulsion was obtained by phase inversion and subsequently characterized. The antibacterial activity was evaluated in vitro against S. aureus MRSA, including the synergism of the combination, changes in membrane permeability using flow cytometry, and the anti-biofilm effect. In addition, the irritative potential was evaluated by the HET-CAM assay. The combination exhibited synergistic antibacterial activity against S. aureus and MRSA due to the extract enhancing membrane permeability. The hydrogel demonstrated suitable physicochemical properties, inhibited biofilm formation, and exhibited low irritation. The formulation was nanometric (176.0 ± 1.656 nm) and monodisperse (polydispersity index 0.286 ± 0.011). It exhibited a controlled release profile at 48 h and high encapsulation efficacy (94.29 ± 4.54% for quercitrin and 94.20 ± 5.44% for mupirocin). Therefore, these findings suggest that the hydrogel developed could be a safe and effective option for treating SSTIs.
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- Tatiane Roquete Amparo
- Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto 35400-000, Brazil; (L.R.D.S.); (V.F.X.); (D.L.P.); (D.d.S.d.S.); (O.D.H.d.S.); (G.H.B.d.S.); (G.C.B.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto 35400-000, Brazil; (L.R.D.S.); (V.F.X.); (D.L.P.); (D.d.S.d.S.); (O.D.H.d.S.); (G.H.B.d.S.); (G.C.B.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto 35400-000, Brazil; (L.R.D.S.); (V.F.X.); (D.L.P.); (D.d.S.d.S.); (O.D.H.d.S.); (G.H.B.d.S.); (G.C.B.)
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- Laboratory of Pathology and Microbial Control, University of São Paulo (USP-ESALQ), Piracicaba 13418-900, Brazil;
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- Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto 35400-000, Brazil; (L.R.D.S.); (V.F.X.); (D.L.P.); (D.d.S.d.S.); (O.D.H.d.S.); (G.H.B.d.S.); (G.C.B.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto 35400-000, Brazil; (L.R.D.S.); (V.F.X.); (D.L.P.); (D.d.S.d.S.); (O.D.H.d.S.); (G.H.B.d.S.); (G.C.B.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto 35400-000, Brazil; (L.R.D.S.); (V.F.X.); (D.L.P.); (D.d.S.d.S.); (O.D.H.d.S.); (G.H.B.d.S.); (G.C.B.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto 35400-000, Brazil; (L.R.D.S.); (V.F.X.); (D.L.P.); (D.d.S.d.S.); (O.D.H.d.S.); (G.H.B.d.S.); (G.C.B.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto 35400-000, Brazil; (L.R.D.S.); (V.F.X.); (D.L.P.); (D.d.S.d.S.); (O.D.H.d.S.); (G.H.B.d.S.); (G.C.B.)
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Bizymis AP, Kalantzi S, Mamma D, Tzia C. Addition of Silver Nanoparticles to Composite Edible Films and Coatings to Enhance Their Antimicrobial Activity and Application to Cherry Preservation. Foods 2023; 12:4295. [PMID: 38231729 DOI: 10.3390/foods12234295] [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: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 11/25/2023] [Accepted: 11/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024] Open
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The aim of this study was to examine the potential enhancement of the antimicrobial activity of edible films, composed of (i) chitosan (CH), cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) and beta-cyclodextrin (CD) (50%-37.5%-12.5%) and (ii) hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) and beta-cyclodextrin (CD) (50%-37.5%-12.5%), with silver nanoparticle (AgNP) incorporationat levels 5, 10 and 15% v/v. According to the results, the AgNP addition led to very high antimicrobial activity of both films, reducing by more than 96% the microbial growth of the Gram-negative bacterium Escherichia coli (E. coli) in all cases. On the other hand, by adding AgNPs to films, their thickness as well as oxygen and water vapor permeability decreased, while their transparency increased. Furthermore, the contribution of these specific edible films to preserve cherries under cold storage was investigated. All edible coatings resulted in an improvement of the fruit properties under consideration, and especially the color difference, hardness and total microbial load.
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- Angelos-Panagiotis Bizymis
- Laboratory of Food Chemistry and Technology, School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 5 Iroon Polytechniou St., 15780 Zografou, Athens, Greece
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- Biotechnology Laboratory, School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 5 Iroon Polytechniou St., 15780 Zografou, Athens, Greece
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- Biotechnology Laboratory, School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 5 Iroon Polytechniou St., 15780 Zografou, Athens, Greece
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- Laboratory of Food Chemistry and Technology, School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 5 Iroon Polytechniou St., 15780 Zografou, Athens, Greece
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Eskandari F, Mofidi H, Asheghi B, Mohammadi F, Gholami A. Bringing resistance modulation to methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) strains using a quaternary ammonium compound coupled with zinc oxide nanoparticles. World J Microbiol Biotechnol 2023; 39:193. [PMID: 37166585 DOI: 10.1007/s11274-023-03639-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2023] [Accepted: 05/04/2023] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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Nowadays, there are concerns about the inadequacy of new antimicrobials and the rise of antimicrobial resistance. Hence, novel antibacterial agents need to be discovered. In this respect, the use of nanoparticles (NPs) seems promising. Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) are functional and inexpensive NPs that possess antimicrobial characteristics, stability, microbial selectivity, and an easy manufacturing procedure. Imidazolium is one of the quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs) frequently employed as antimicrobial materials in industrial and clinical fields. The present study successfully employed imidazolium to couple with ZnONPs to improve their antimicrobial properties. The antimicrobial activities of ZnONPs doped with imidazolium (IM@ZnONPs) compared to ZnONPs and zinc (Zn) ions against some pathogen microorganism species including Streptococcus aureus (S. aureus), Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis), methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE), and Candida albicans (C. albicans) were evaluated by the microdilution method. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) results revealed that the antimicrobial activities of Zn ions, ZnONPs, and IM@ZnONPs were concentration-dependent. Moreover, we found that the nanoparticulate forms of Zn had considerably stronger antibacterial activities, particularly against VRE and MRSA, compared to Zn ions which failed to restrain the microbial strains at the tested microdilutions of this experiment (MIC: ≥512 µg/mL). Interestingly, the incorporation of imidazolium into ZnONPs resulted in significant inhibition of microbial growth in antimicrobial-resistant pathogens at low concentrations (MIC: 32 µg/mL) and effectively improved the monodispersity of the final coated NPs in terms of size and morphology. To sum up, IM@ZnONPs can be a favorable substitute for conventional antimicrobial agents to combat antimicrobial resistance in many fields, including pharmaceuticals, dental materials, and cosmetic products.
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- Fateme Eskandari
- Department of Endodontics, Shiraz Dental School, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Endodontics, Shiraz Dental School, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Endodontics, Shiraz Dental School, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
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Mutlaq S, Albiss B, Al-Nabulsi AA, Osaili T, Al-Jaberi T, Olaimat AN, Liu SQ, Ayyash MM. Detection of Salmonella Enteritidis in Milk Using Conductometric Immunosensor Coated on Polyaniline/Zinc Oxide Nanocomposite. Foodborne Pathog Dis 2023; 20:177-185. [PMID: 37097316 DOI: 10.1089/fpd.2022.0072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/26/2023] Open
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The demand for rapid and accurate detection methods for Salmonella Enteritidis necessitates the development of highly sensitive and specific biosensors to ensure proper monitoring of food safety and quality requirements in the food sector and to secure human health. This study focused on development of a polyaniline/zinc oxide (PANI/ZnO) nanocomposite film on a gold electrode conductometric immunosensor for detection of Salmonella Enteritidis. The sensor was modified with monoclonal anti-Salmonella Enteritidis antibodies as biorecognition elements. The fabricated sensor was able to detect and quantify the target pathogen within 30 min and showed a good detection range from 101 to 105 colony-forming units (CFU)/mL for Salmonella Enteritidis and a minimum detection limit of 6.44 CFU/mL in 0.1% peptone water. Additionally, the fabricated sensor showed good selectivity and detection limit toward the target bacterium and successfully determined Salmonella Enteritidis content in ultrahigh heat-treated skim milk samples without pretreatment of the food sample.
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- Sawsan Mutlaq
- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Nanomaterials Laboratory, Department of Applied Physics, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Science, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Food Science, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
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Nano-managing silver and zinc as bio-conservational approach against pathogens of the honey bee. J Biotechnol 2023; 365:1-10. [PMID: 36708999 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiotec.2023.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 01/24/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Herein, silver and zinc oxide Nanoparticles (NPs) were synthesized by using W. coagulant fruit extract as reducing agent and capping agent. The green synthesized NP with distinct properties were used for novel application against fungal and bacterial pathogen of honey bee (A. mellifera). The UV-spectroscopy confirms the synthesis of silver and zinc oxide NPs at 420 nm and 350 nm respectively. Further, XRD evaluated the monoclinic structure of Ag NPs while ZnO NPs showed wurtzite hexagonalcrystlized structure. Resistant honey bee pathogens such Paenibacilluslarvae, Melissococcus plutonius and Ascosphaera apis were isolated, identified and cultured in vitro to assess the antimicrobial potentials of Ag and ZnO NPs. Additionally, different biomolecules provide access to achieve maximum and stable Ag and ZnO NPs. It was also observed that with increasing the concentration of zinc oxide NPs and sliver NPs, zone of inhibition was also increased. Thus, present findings show that plant extracts can be a useful natural resource to prepare functional nonmaterial for targeted applications especially in the field of apicultural research.
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Khodaei T, Nourmohammadi J, Ghaee A, Khodaii Z. An antibacterial and self-healing hydrogel from aldehyde-carrageenan for wound healing applications. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 302:120371. [PMID: 36604050 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.120371] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2022] [Revised: 10/28/2022] [Accepted: 11/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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This study aimed to develop and characterize a novel antibacterial, self-healing hydrogel made from aldehyde-carrageenan. Thus, carrageenan (CA) was first oxidized using different amounts of sodium periodate (NaIO4), and the highest concentration of aldehyde was obtained when the ratio of NaIO4 to CA was 1.5:1. Using dopamine (PDA) and zinc ions (Zn2+), various hydrogels were synthesized from oxidized carrageenan (O-CA). The effects of dopamine and zinc ions on the properties of O-CA hydrogel were examined. According to Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) studies, the hydrogel's components are linked by Schiff bases, hydrogen bonds, and ion complexes. The rheological tests confirmed that hydrogels were elastic gels, not viscous sol, and were able to recover rapidly. Adding zinc to the hydrogel reduced weight loss (38 %) and provided extra antibacterial properties, particularly against E. coli. In addition, collagen secretion and cell attachment to Zn-containing hydrogels were significantly increased, and fibroblast viability reached 118 %. Overall, a hybrid O-CA/PDA/Zn hydrogel has excellent potential for wound healing applications.
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- Taravat Khodaei
- Faculty of New Sciences and Technologies, Department of Life Science Engineering, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of New Sciences and Technologies, Department of Life Science Engineering, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
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- Faculty of New Sciences and Technologies, Department of Life Science Engineering, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Dietary Supplements and Probiotic Research Center, Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Karaj, Iran
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Cheng Y, Xia C, Garalleh HA, Garaleh M, Lan Chi NT, Brindhadevi K. A review on optimistic development of polymeric nanocomposite membrane on environmental remediation. CHEMOSPHERE 2023; 315:137706. [PMID: 36592836 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.137706] [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: 10/26/2022] [Revised: 12/13/2022] [Accepted: 12/29/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Current health and environmental concerns about the abundance and drawbacks of municipal wastewater as well as industrial effluent have prompted the development of novel and innovative treatment processes. A global shortage of clean water poses significant challenges to the survival of all life forms. For the removal of both biodegradable and non-biodegradable harmful wastes/pollutants from water, sophisticated wastewater treatment technologies are required. Polymer membrane technology is critical to overcoming this major challenge. Polymer matrix-based nanocomposite membranes are among the most popular in polymer membrane technology in terms of convenience. These membranes and their major components are environmentally friendly, energy efficient, cost effective, operationally versatile, and feasible. This review provides an overview of the drawbacks as well as promising developments in polymer membrane and nanocomposite membranes for environmental remediation, with a focus on wastewater treatment. Additionally, the advantages of nanocomposite membranes such as stability, antimicrobial properties, and adsorption processes have been discussed. The goal of this review was to summarize the remediation of harmful pollutants from water and wastewater/effluent using polymer matrix-based nanocomposite membrane technology, and to highlight its shortcomings and future prospects.
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- Yueqin Cheng
- Nanjing Station of Quality Protection in Cultivated Land, Nanjing, 210036, China
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- Jiangsu Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, International Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, 210037, China
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- Department of Mathematical Science, College of Engineering, University of Business and Technology-Dahban, Jeddah, 21361, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Mathematical Science, College of Engineering, University of Business and Technology-Dahban, Jeddah, 21361, Saudi Arabia; Department of Applied Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Tafila Technical University, Tafila, 66141, Jordan
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- School of Engineering and Technology, Van Lang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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- Computational Engineering and Design Research Group, School of Engineering and Technology, Van Lang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
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Rezk S, Alqabbasi O, Ramadan A, Turkey M. Effect of Ruta graveolens Extract on the Major Virulence Factors in Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Infect Drug Resist 2022; 15:7147-7156. [PMID: 36510590 PMCID: PMC9738164 DOI: 10.2147/idr.s393912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Accepted: 11/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Purpose Rising Antibiotic Resistance has put the world in real threat. Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), is a predominant cause of suppurative chronic skin and soft-tissue infections. Novel insights have focused the light on plant extracts. In this study, Ruta graveolens ethanolic active extract was tested for its potential anti-virulence activities in MRSA. Materials and Methods A total of 100 MRSA strains causing skin and soft tissue infections were isolated and antibiotic susceptibility testing was done. Ability to form biofilm was tested phenotypically. Furthermore, the antimicrobial activity of Ruta graveolens was evaluated followed by detection of its Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC). The inhibitory activity of this extract on biofilm formation was investigated. Afterwards, we investigated its effect on the transcription of biofilm-related genes and mecA gene. Results All tested isolates were sensitive to Vancomycin and Linezolid while high resistance was noted with both Fusidic acid (83%) and Gentamicin (68%). (83%) of the isolates were biofilm producers. Ruta graveolens extract showed strong antimicrobial activity against the MRSA strains with MIC 0.78 mg/mL. At subinhibitory concentration (1/2 MIC), the extract had high biofilm inhibitory effects with mean inhibition (70%). Moreover, transcriptional analysis results showed that the mean percentages of inhibition in expression of mecA, icaA and icaD genes were 52.3%, 34.8% and 33.7%, respectively, in which all showed statistically significant difference (p ≤ 0.05). Conclusion The current study proposes the ability of Ruta graveolens extract to reduce the biofilm formation and antibiotic resistance of MRSA through downregulation of some biofilm forming genes and mecA gene which confers resistance to B-lactam antibiotics. This may decrease our reliance on antibiotics and improve our ability to effectively treat biofilm-related skin and soft-tissue infections caused by MRSA.
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- Shahinda Rezk
- Microbiology Department, Medical Research Institute, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt,Correspondence: Shahinda Rezk, Microbiology Department, Medical Research Institute, Alexandria University, 169 Horreya Road, Al Ibrahimeyah Qebli WA Al Hadrah Bahri, Bab Sharqi, Alexandria, 21561, Egypt, Tel +20 1023020030, Fax +20 34283543, Email
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- Biology Department, Faculty of Science, Benghazi University, Benghazi, Libya
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- Microbiology and Biotechnology Department, College of Pharmacy, Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, Alexandria, Egypt,Pharmacy Department, Ministry of Health and Population, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Microbiology and Immunology Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, October 6 University, Sixth of October City, Giza, 12585, Egypt
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Vassal M, Pereira CD, Martins F, Silva VLM, Silva AMS, Senos AMR, Costa MEV, Pereira MDL, Rebelo S. Different Strategies to Attenuate the Toxic Effects of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles on Spermatogonia Cells. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:3561. [PMID: 36296751 PMCID: PMC9607034 DOI: 10.3390/nano12203561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2022] [Revised: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 10/07/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) are one of the most used nanoparticles due to their unique physicochemical and biological properties. There is, however, a growing concern about their negative impact on male reproductive health. Therefore, in the present study, two different strategies were used to evaluate the recovery ability of spermatogonia cells from the first stage of spermatogenesis (GC-1 spg cell line) after being exposed to a cytotoxic concentration of ZnO NPs (20 µg/mL) for two different short time periods, 6 and 12 h. The first strategy was to let the GC-1 cells recover after ZnO NPs exposure in a ZnO NPs-free medium for 4 days. At this phase, cell viability assays were performed to evaluate whether this period was long enough to allow for cell recovery. Exposure to ZnO NPs for 6 h and 12 h induced a decrease in viability of 25% and 41%, respectively. However, the recovery period allowed for an increase in cell viability from 16% to 25% to values as high as 91% and 84%. These results strongly suggest that GC-1 cells recover, but not completely, given that the cell viability does not reach 100%. Additionally, the impact of a synthetic chalcone (E)-3-(2,6-dichlorophenyl)-1-(2-hydroxyphenyl)prop-2-en-1-one (1) to counteract the reproductive toxicity of ZnO NPs was investigated. Different concentrations of chalcone 1 (0-12.5 µM) were used before and during exposure of GC-1 cells to ZnO NPs to mitigate the damage induced by NPs. The protective ability of this compound was evaluated through viability assays, levels of DNA damage, and cytoskeleton dynamics (evaluating the acetylated α-tubulin and β-actin protein levels). The results indicated that the tested concentrations of chalcone 1 can attenuate the genotoxicity induced by ZnO NPs for shorter exposure periods (6 h). Chalcone 1 supplementation also increased cell viability and stabilized the microtubules. However, the antioxidant potential of this compound remains to be elucidated. In conclusion, this work addressed the main cytotoxic effects of ZnO NPs on a spermatogonia cell line and analyzed two different strategies to mitigate this damage, which represent a significant contribution to the field of male fertility.
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- Mariana Vassal
- Department of Biology, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- Institute of Biomedicine—iBiMED, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- Institute of Biomedicine—iBiMED, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- LAQV-REQUIMTE, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- LAQV-REQUIMTE, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
- Department of Materials and Ceramic Engineering, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
- Department of Materials and Ceramic Engineering, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
- Department of Medical Sciences, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- Institute of Biomedicine—iBiMED, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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Sun C, Wang X, Dai J, Ju Y. Metal and Metal Oxide Nanomaterials for Fighting Planktonic Bacteria and Biofilms: A Review Emphasizing on Mechanistic Aspects. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms231911348. [PMID: 36232647 PMCID: PMC9569886 DOI: 10.3390/ijms231911348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2022] [Revised: 09/14/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The misuse and mismanagement of antibiotics have made the treatment of bacterial infections a challenge. This challenge is magnified when bacteria form biofilms, which can increase bacterial resistance up to 1000 times. It is desirable to develop anti-infective materials with antibacterial activity and no resistance to drugs. With the rapid development of nanotechnology, anti-infective strategies based on metal and metal oxide nanomaterials have been widely used in antibacterial and antibiofilm treatments. Here, this review expounds on the state-of-the-art applications of metal and metal oxide nanomaterials in bacterial infective diseases. A specific attention is given to the antibacterial mechanisms of metal and metal oxide nanomaterials, including disrupting cell membranes, damaging proteins, and nucleic acid. Moreover, a practical antibiofilm mechanism employing these metal and metal oxide nanomaterials is also introduced based on the composition of biofilm, including extracellular polymeric substance, quorum sensing, and bacteria. Finally, current challenges and future perspectives of metal and metal oxide nanomaterials in the anti-infective field are presented to facilitate their development and use.
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- Caixia Sun
- College of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China
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- Department of Materials Application Research, AVIC Manufacturing Technology Institute, Beijing 100024, China
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- College of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China
- College of Life Science and Technology, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China
- Key Laboratory of Drug Quality Control and Pharmacovigilance (Ministry of Education), China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China
- State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China
- MOE Joint International Research Laboratory of Animal Health and Food Safety, College of Veterinary Medicine, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
- Laboratory of Animal Bacteriology (Ministry of Agriculture), College of Veterinary Medicine, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China
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- College of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China
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Lange A, Sawosz E, Daniluk K, Wierzbicki M, Małolepszy A, Gołębiewski M, Jaworski S. Bacterial Surface Disturbances Affecting Cell Function during Exposure to Three-Compound Nanocomposites Based on Graphene Materials. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:3058. [PMID: 36080095 PMCID: PMC9459733 DOI: 10.3390/nano12173058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2022] [Revised: 08/19/2022] [Accepted: 08/30/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Combating pathogenic microorganisms in an era of ever-increasing drug resistance is crucial. The aim of the study was to evaluate the antibacterial mechanism of three-compound nanocomposites that were based on graphene materials. To determine the nanomaterials' physicochemical properties, an analysis of the mean hydrodynamic diameter and zeta potential, transmission electron microscope (TEM) visualization and an FT-IR analysis were performed. The nanocomposites' activity toward bacteria species was defined by viability, colony forming units, conductivity and surface charge, cell wall integrity, ATP concentration, and intracellular pH. To ensure the safe usage of nanocomposites, the presence of cytokines was also analyzed. Both the graphene and graphene oxide (GO) nanocomposites exhibited a high antibacterial effect toward all bacteria species (Enterobacter cloacae, Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella enterica, and Staphylococcus aureus), as well as exceeded values obtained from exposure to single nanoparticles. Nanocomposites caused the biggest membrane damage, along with ATP depletion. Nanocomposites that were based on GO resulted in lower toxicity to the cell line. In view of the many aspects that must be considered when investigating such complex structures as are three-component nanocomposites, studies of their mechanism of action are crucial to their potential antibacterial use.
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- Agata Lange
- Department of Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biology, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 02-786 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biology, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 02-786 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biology, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 02-786 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biology, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 02-786 Warsaw, Poland
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- Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, 00-654 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Animal Breeding, Institute of Animal Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 02-786 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biology, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 02-786 Warsaw, Poland
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Dissolvable zinc oxide nanoparticle-loaded wound dressing with preferential exudate absorption and hemostatic features. Polym Bull (Berl) 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s00289-022-04358-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Synergistic effect of UV-C LED irradiation and PLA/PBAT-based antimicrobial packaging film on fresh-cut vegetables. Food Control 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2022.109027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Effects of Different Nutritional Zinc Forms on the Proliferation of Beneficial Commensal Microorganisms. MICROBIOLOGY RESEARCH 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/microbiolres13030034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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This study compared the minimal inhibition concentrations (MICs) and their effects on the growth kinetics of seven different types of zinc (Zn) compounds and Na2EDTA in the case of three typical commensal beneficial microorganisms (Bacillus subtilis, Lactococcus lactis, and Saccharomyces cerevisiae). The seven Zn compounds included ZnSO4, four Zn–amino acid chelates, and two Zn–EDTA complexes. Both MICs and growth kinetic parameters indicated that different microorganisms show different sensitivities; for example, B. subtilis, L. lactis, and S. cerevisiae were most sensitive to ZnSO4, Na2EDTA, and Zn(NH3)2(Gly)2, respectively. Both ZnEDTA and Zn(NH3)2(Lys)2 improved the growth rate of all beneficial commensal intestinal microorganisms at low concentrations (5–10 mg/L) and showed low toxicity towards all tested strains. At higher concentrations (100–500 mg/L), all compounds decreased the growth rate and increased the lag phase. In conclusion, both growth kinetic parameters and MICs tested effectively measured the inhibitory effects of the test materials; however, growth kinetics provides a more detailed picture of the concentration-dependent effects and those on the mechanisms of microbial growth inhibition.
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Abd El-Ghany WA. A perspective review on the effect of different forms of zinc on poultry production of poultry with special reference to the hazardous effects of misuse. CABI REVIEWS 2022; 2022. [DOI: 10.1079/cabireviews202217013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
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AbstractZinc (Zn) is a unique micro-mineral because it is an essential component in many enzymes such as superoxide dismutase, carbonic anhydrase, and alkaline phosphatase, as well as being important for regulation of proteins and lipids metabolism, and sex hormones. This mineral is applied in poultry production in three forms; inorganic, organic, and nanoparticle form. The nano-form of Zn is preferable in application to other conventional forms with regard to absorption, bioavailability, and efficacy. Broilers fed on diets supplemented with Zn showed improvement of growth performance, carcass meat yield, and meat quality. In addition, Zn plays an important role in enhancing of both cellular and humeral immune responses, beside its antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. In laying hens, dietary addition of Zn improves the eggshell quality and the quantity of eggs. Moreover, Zn has a vital role in breeders in terms of improving the egg production, fertility, hatchability, embryonic development, and availability of the hatched chicks. Therefore, this review article is focused on the effects of using Zn on the performance and immunity of poultry, as well as its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties with special reference to the hazardous effects of the misusing of this mineral.
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- Wafaa A. Abd El-Ghany
- Address: Poultry Diseases Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, 12211, Giza, Egypt
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Microbial Mediated Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles, Characterization and Multifaceted Applications. J Inorg Organomet Polym Mater 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s10904-022-02406-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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AbstractNanoparticles have gained considerable importance compared to bulk counterparts due to their unique properties. Due to their high surface to volume ratio and high reactivity, metallic and metal-oxide nanostructures have shown great potential applications. Among them, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) have gained tremendous attention attributed to their unique properties such as low toxicity, biocompatibility, simplicity, easy fabrication, and environmental friendly. Remarkably, ZnONPs exhibit optical, physical, antimicrobial, anticancer, anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties. These nanoparticles have been applied in various fields such as in biomedicine, biosensors, electronics, food, cosmetic industries, textile, agriculture and environment. The synthesis of ZnONPs can be performed by chemical, physical and biological methods. Although the chemical and physical methods suffer from some disadvantages such as the involvement of high temperature and pressure conditions, high cost and not environmentally friendly, the green synthesis of ZnONPs offers a promising substitute to these conventional methods. On that account, the microbial mediated synthesis of ZnONPs is clean, eco-friendly, nontoxic and biocompatible method. This paper reviews the microbial synthesis of ZnONPs, parameters used for the optimization process and their physicochemical properties. The potential applications of ZnONPs in biomedical, agricultural and environmental fields as well as their toxic aspects on human beings and animals have been reviewed.
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Kim HJ, Roy S, Rhim JW. Gelatin/agar-based color-indicator film integrated with Clitoria ternatea flower anthocyanin and zinc oxide nanoparticles for monitoring freshness of shrimp. Food Hydrocoll 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodhyd.2021.107294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Chausov DN, Smirnova VV, Burmistrov DE, Sarimov RM, Kurilov AD, Astashev ME, Uvarov OV, Dubinin MV, Kozlov VA, Vedunova MV, Rebezov MB, Semenova AA, Lisitsyn AB, Gudkov SV. Synthesis of a Novel, Biocompatible and Bacteriostatic Borosiloxane Composition with Silver Oxide Nanoparticles. MATERIALS 2022; 15:ma15020527. [PMID: 35057245 PMCID: PMC8780406 DOI: 10.3390/ma15020527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2021] [Revised: 12/27/2021] [Accepted: 01/07/2022] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Microbial antibiotic resistance is an important global world health problem. Recently, an interest in nanoparticles (NPs) of silver oxides as compounds with antibacterial potential has significantly increased. From a practical point of view, composites of silver oxide NPs and biocompatible material are of interest. A borosiloxane (BS) can be used as one such material. A composite material combining BS and silver oxide NPs has been synthesized. Composites containing BS have adjustable viscoelastic properties. The silver oxide NPs synthesized by laser ablation have a size of ~65 nm (half-width 60 nm) and an elemental composition of Ag2O. The synthesized material exhibits strong bacteriostatic properties against E. coli at a concentration of nanoparticles of silver oxide more than 0.01%. The bacteriostatic effect depends on the silver oxide NPs concentration in the matrix. The BS/silver oxide NPs have no cytotoxic effect on a eukaryotic cell culture when the concentration of nanoparticles of silver oxide is less than 0.1%. The use of the resulting composite based on BS and silver oxide NPs as a reusable dry disinfectant is due to its low toxicity and bacteriostatic activity and its characteristics are not inferior to the medical alloy nitinol.
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- Denis N. Chausov
- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
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- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
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- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
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- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
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- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
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- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
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- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
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- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
- Bauman Moscow State Technical University, 105005 Moscow, Russia
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- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
- The Institute of Biology and Biomedicine, Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, 603105 Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
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- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
- V.M. Gorbatov Federal Research Center for Food Systems, Russian Academy of Sciences, 109316 Moscow, Russia; (A.A.S.); (A.B.L.)
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- V.M. Gorbatov Federal Research Center for Food Systems, Russian Academy of Sciences, 109316 Moscow, Russia; (A.A.S.); (A.B.L.)
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- V.M. Gorbatov Federal Research Center for Food Systems, Russian Academy of Sciences, 109316 Moscow, Russia; (A.A.S.); (A.B.L.)
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- Prokhorov General Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (D.N.C.); (V.V.S.); (D.E.B.); (R.M.S.); (A.D.K.); (M.E.A.); (O.V.U.); (V.A.K.); (M.V.V.); (M.B.R.)
- The Institute of Biology and Biomedicine, Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, 603105 Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
- Correspondence:
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Acorus calamus-zinc oxide nanoparticle coated cotton fabrics shows antimicrobial and cytotoxic activities against skin cancer cells. Process Biochem 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.procbio.2021.08.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Mutlaq S, Albiss B, Al-Nabulsi AA, Jaradat ZW, Olaimat AN, Khalifeh MS, Osaili T, Ayyash MM, Holley RA. Conductometric Immunosensor for Escherichia coli O157:H7 Detection Based on Polyaniline/Zinc Oxide (PANI/ZnO) Nanocomposite. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13193288. [PMID: 34641104 PMCID: PMC8512834 DOI: 10.3390/polym13193288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Revised: 09/15/2021] [Accepted: 09/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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A conductometric immunosensor was developed for the detection of one of the most common foodborne pathogens, Escherichia coli O157:H7 (E. coli O157:H7), by conductometric sensing. The sensor was built based on a polyaniline/zinc oxide (PANI/ZnO) nanocomposite film spin-coated on a gold electrode. Then, it was modified with a monoclonal anti-E. coli O157:H7 antibody as a biorecognition element. The fabricated nanostructured sensor was able to quantify the pathogens under optimal detection conditions, within 30 min, and showed a good detection range from 101 to 104 CFU/mL for E. coli O157:H7 and a minimum detection limit of 4.8 CFU/mL in 0.1% peptone water. The sensor efficiency for detecting bacteria in food matrices was tested in ultra-heat-treated (UHT) skim milk. E. coli O157:H7 was detected at concentrations of 101 to 104 CFU/mL with a minimum detection limit of 13.9 CFU/mL. The novel sensor was simple, fast, highly sensitive with excellent specificity, and it had the potential for rapid sample processing. Moreover, this unique technique for bacterial detection could be applicable for food safety and quality control in the food sector as it offers highly reliable results and is able to quantify the target bacterium.
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- Sawsan Mutlaq
- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan; (S.M.); (A.A.A.-N.); (T.O.)
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- Nanomaterials Laboratory, Department of Applied Physics, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan; (S.M.); (A.A.A.-N.); (T.O.)
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- Department of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan;
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, P.O. Box 330127, Zarqa 13133, Jordan;
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- Department of Basic Medical Veterinary Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan;
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan; (S.M.); (A.A.A.-N.); (T.O.)
- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah P.O. Box 27272, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Food Science, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), Al Ain P.O. Box 15551, United Arab Emirates;
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- Department of Food and Human Nutritional Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2, Canada;
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Yusuf A, Al Jitan S, Garlisi C, Palmisano G. A review of recent and emerging antimicrobial nanomaterials in wastewater treatment applications. CHEMOSPHERE 2021; 278:130440. [PMID: 33838416 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2021.130440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2020] [Revised: 03/23/2021] [Accepted: 03/28/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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In this paper, we present a critical review on antimicrobial nanomaterials with demonstrated potential for application as a disinfection technology in wastewater treatment. Studies involving fabrication and testing of antimicrobial nanomaterials for wastewater treatment were gathered, critically reviewed, and analyzed. Our review shows that there are only a few eligible candidate nanoparticles (NPs) (metal and metal oxide) that can adequately serve as an antimicrobial agent. Nanosilver (nAg) was the most studied and moderately understood metal NPs with proven antimicrobial activity followed by ZnO (among antimicrobial metal oxide NPs) which outperformed titania (in the absence of light) in efficacy due to its better solubility in aqueous condition. The direction of future work was found to be in the development of antimicrobial nanocomposites, since they provide more stability for antimicrobial metal and metal oxides NPs in water, thereby increasing their activity. This review will serve as an updated survey, yet touching also the fundamentals of the antimicrobial activity, with vital information for researchers planning to embark on the development of superior antimicrobial nanomaterials for wastewater treatment applications.
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- Ahmed Yusuf
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Research and Innovation Center on CO(2) and H(2), Khalifa University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Center for Membrane and Advanced Water Technology, Khalifa University, P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Research and Innovation Center on CO(2) and H(2), Khalifa University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Research and Innovation Center on CO(2) and H(2), Khalifa University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Research and Innovation Center on CO(2) and H(2), Khalifa University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Center for Membrane and Advanced Water Technology, Khalifa University, P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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Idrees M, Sawant S, Karodia N, Rahman A. Staphylococcus aureus Biofilm: Morphology, Genetics, Pathogenesis and Treatment Strategies. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:7602. [PMID: 34300053 PMCID: PMC8304105 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18147602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 87] [Impact Index Per Article: 29.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Revised: 07/12/2021] [Accepted: 07/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Staphylococcus aureus is a nosocomial bacterium causing different infectious diseases, ranging from skin and soft tissue infections to more serious and life-threatening infections such as septicaemia. S. aureus forms a complex structure of extracellular polymeric biofilm that provides a fully secured and functional environment for the formation of microcolonies, their sustenance and recolonization of sessile cells after its dispersal. Staphylococcus aureus biofilm protects the cells against hostile conditions, i.e., changes in temperature, limitations or deprivation of nutrients and dehydration, and, more importantly, protects the cells against antibacterial drugs. Drugs are increasingly becoming partially or fully inactive against S. aureus as they are either less penetrable or totally impenetrable due to the presence of biofilms surrounding the bacterial cells. Other factors, such as evasion of innate host immune system, genome plasticity and adaptability through gene evolution and exchange of genetic material, also contribute to the ineffectiveness of antibacterial drugs. This increasing tolerance to antibiotics has contributed to the emergence and rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a serious problem that has resulted in increased morbidity and mortality of human and animal populations globally, in addition to causing huge financial losses to the global economy. The purpose of this review is to highlight different aspects of S. aureus biofilm formation and its overall architecture, individual biofilm constituents, clinical implications and role in pathogenesis and drug resistance. The review also discusses different techniques used in the qualitative and quantitative investigation of S. aureus biofilm and various strategies that can be employed to inhibit and eradicate S. aureus biofilm.
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- Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton WV1 1LY, UK; (M.I.); (S.S.); (N.K.)
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Wrońska N, Katir N, Miłowska K, Hammi N, Nowak M, Kędzierska M, Anouar A, Zawadzka K, Bryszewska M, El Kadib A, Lisowska K. Antimicrobial Effect of Chitosan Films on Food Spoilage Bacteria. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:5839. [PMID: 34072512 PMCID: PMC8198402 DOI: 10.3390/ijms22115839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2021] [Revised: 05/24/2021] [Accepted: 05/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Synthetic materials commonly used in the packaging industry generate a considerable amount of waste each year. Chitosan is a promising feedstock for the production of functional biomaterials. From a biological point of view, chitosan is very attractive for food packaging. The purposes of this study were to evaluate the antibacterial activity of a set of chitosan-metal oxide films and different chitosan-modified graphene (oxide) films against two foodborne pathogens: Campylobacter jejuni ATCC 33560 and Listeria monocytogenes 19115. Moreover, we wanted to check whether the incorporation of antimicrobial constituents such as TiO2, ZnO, Fe2O3, Ag, and graphene oxide (GO) into the polymer matrices can improve the antibacterial properties of these nanocomposite films. Finally, this research helps elucidate the interactions of these materials with eukaryotic cells. All chitosan-metal oxide films and chitosan-modified graphene (oxide) films displayed improved antibacterial (C. jejuni ATCC 33560 and L. monocytogenes 19115) properties compared to native chitosan films. The CS-ZnO films had excellent antibacterial activity towards L. monocytogenes (90% growth inhibition). Moreover, graphene-based chitosan films caused high inhibition of both tested strains. Chitosan films with graphene (GO, GOP, GOP-HMDS, rGO, GO-HMDS, rGOP), titanium dioxide (CS-TiO2 20:1a, CS-TiO2 20:1b, CS-TiO2 2:1, CS-TiO2 1:1a, CS-TiO2 1:1b) and zinc oxide (CS-ZnO 20:1a, CS-ZnO 20:1b) may be considered as a safe, non-cytotoxic packaging materials in the future.
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- Natalia Wrońska
- Department of Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 12/16 Banacha Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland; (M.N.); (K.Z.)
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- Euromed Research Center, Engineering Division (Center Is Part of the Division), Euro-Med University of Fes (UEMF), Route de Meknes, Rond-Point de Bensouda, Fès 30070, Morocco; (N.K.); (N.H.); (A.A.); (A.E.K.)
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- Department of General Biophysics, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 141/143 Pomorska Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland; (K.M.); (M.K.); (M.B.)
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- Euromed Research Center, Engineering Division (Center Is Part of the Division), Euro-Med University of Fes (UEMF), Route de Meknes, Rond-Point de Bensouda, Fès 30070, Morocco; (N.K.); (N.H.); (A.A.); (A.E.K.)
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- Department of Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 12/16 Banacha Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland; (M.N.); (K.Z.)
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- Department of General Biophysics, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 141/143 Pomorska Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland; (K.M.); (M.K.); (M.B.)
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- Euromed Research Center, Engineering Division (Center Is Part of the Division), Euro-Med University of Fes (UEMF), Route de Meknes, Rond-Point de Bensouda, Fès 30070, Morocco; (N.K.); (N.H.); (A.A.); (A.E.K.)
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- Department of Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 12/16 Banacha Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland; (M.N.); (K.Z.)
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- Department of General Biophysics, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 141/143 Pomorska Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland; (K.M.); (M.K.); (M.B.)
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- Euromed Research Center, Engineering Division (Center Is Part of the Division), Euro-Med University of Fes (UEMF), Route de Meknes, Rond-Point de Bensouda, Fès 30070, Morocco; (N.K.); (N.H.); (A.A.); (A.E.K.)
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- Department of Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 12/16 Banacha Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland; (M.N.); (K.Z.)
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Grasso A, Ferrante M, Arena G, Salemi R, Zuccarello P, Fiore M, Copat C. Chemical Characterization and Quantification of Silver Nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) and Dissolved Ag in Seafood by Single Particle ICP-MS: Assessment of Dietary Exposure. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18084076. [PMID: 33924319 PMCID: PMC8069337 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18084076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2021] [Revised: 04/09/2021] [Accepted: 04/09/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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This study provides a first insight on the chemical characterization and quantification of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) and dissolved Ag in processed canned seafood products, where food-grade edible silver (E174) is not intentionally added nor is the nanoparticle contained in the food contact material. The aim was to evaluate the bioaccumulation potential of AgNPs and to contribute to the assessment of AgNPs and ionic Ag human dietary intake from processed seafood. It is known how seafood, and in particular pelagic fish, is a precious nutritional source of unsaturated fatty acids, protein, and different micronutrients. Nevertheless, it may cause possible health problems due to the intake of toxic compounds coming from environmental pollution. Among emerging contaminants, AgNPs are widely applied in several fields such as biomedicine, pharmaceutical, food industry, health care, drug-gene delivery, environmental study, water treatments, and many others, although its primary application is in accordance with its antimicrobial property. As a consequence, AgNPs are discharged into the aquatic environment, where the colloidal stability of these NPs is altered by chemical and physical environmental parameters. Its toxicity was demonstrated in in-vitro and in-vivo studies, although some findings are controversial because toxicity depends by several factors such as size, concentration, chemical composition, surface charge, Ag+ ions released, and hydrophobicity. The new emerging technique called single-particle inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (spICP-MS) was applied, which allows the determination of nanoparticle number-based concentration and size distribution, as well as the dissolved element. Our findings highlighted comparable mean sizes across all species analysed, although AgNPs concentrations partly follow a trophic level-dependent trend. The low mean size detected could be of human health concern, since, smaller is the diameter higher is the toxicity. Dietary intake from a meal calculated for adults and children seems to be very low. Although seafood consumption represents only a small part of the human total diet, our findings represent a first important step to understand the AgNPs dietary exposure of the human population. Further studies are needed to characterize and quantify AgNPs in a large number of food items, both processing and not, and where AgNPs are added at the industrial level. They will provide a realistic exposure assessment, useful to understand if AgNPs toxicity levels observed in literature are close to those estimable through food consumption and implement data useful for risk assessors in developing AgNPs provisional tolerable daily intake.
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- Alfina Grasso
- Department of Medical, Surgical and Advanced Technologies “G.F. Ingrassia”, University of Catania, Via Santa Sofia 87, 95123 Catania, Italy; (A.G.); (P.Z.); (M.F.); (C.C.)
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- Department of Medical, Surgical and Advanced Technologies “G.F. Ingrassia”, University of Catania, Via Santa Sofia 87, 95123 Catania, Italy; (A.G.); (P.Z.); (M.F.); (C.C.)
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- Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Catania, Via Santa Sofia 83, 95123 Catania, Italy;
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- Department of Medical, Surgical and Advanced Technologies “G.F. Ingrassia”, University of Catania, Via Santa Sofia 87, 95123 Catania, Italy; (A.G.); (P.Z.); (M.F.); (C.C.)
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- Department of Medical, Surgical and Advanced Technologies “G.F. Ingrassia”, University of Catania, Via Santa Sofia 87, 95123 Catania, Italy; (A.G.); (P.Z.); (M.F.); (C.C.)
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- Department of Medical, Surgical and Advanced Technologies “G.F. Ingrassia”, University of Catania, Via Santa Sofia 87, 95123 Catania, Italy; (A.G.); (P.Z.); (M.F.); (C.C.)
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Reda FM, El-Saadony MT, El-Rayes TK, Attia AI, El-Sayed SA, Ahmed SY, Madkour M, Alagawany M. Use of biological nano zinc as a feed additive in quail nutrition: biosynthesis, antimicrobial activity and its effect on growth, feed utilisation, blood metabolites and intestinal microbiota. ITALIAN JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/1828051x.2021.1886001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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- Fayiz M. Reda
- Poultry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Animal Production Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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- Poultry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Nutrition and Clinical Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Animal Production Department, National Research Centre, Giza, Egypt
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- Poultry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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Innovative Antimicrobial Chitosan/ZnO/Ag NPs/Citronella Essential Oil Nanocomposite-Potential Coating for Grapes. Foods 2020; 9:foods9121801. [PMID: 33291604 PMCID: PMC7761909 DOI: 10.3390/foods9121801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2020] [Revised: 12/02/2020] [Accepted: 12/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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New packaging materials based on biopolymers are gaining increasing attention due to many advantages like biodegradability or existence of renewable sources. Grouping more antimicrobials agents in the same packaging can create a synergic effect, resulting in either a better antimicrobial activity against a wider spectrum of spoilage agents or a lower required quantity of antimicrobials. In the present work, we obtained a biodegradable antimicrobial film that can be used as packaging material for food. Films based on chitosan as biodegradable polymer, with ZnO and Ag nanoparticles as filler/antimicrobial agents were fabricated by a casting method. The nanoparticles were loaded with citronella essential oil (CEO) in order to enhance the antimicrobial activity of the nanocomposite films. The tests made on Gram-positive, Gram-negative, and fungal strains indicated a broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, with inhibition diameters of over 30 mm for bacterial strains and over 20 mm for fungal strains. The synergic effect was evidenced by comparing the antimicrobial results with chitosan/ZnO/CEO or chitosan/Ag/CEO simple films. According to the literature and our preliminary studies, these formulations are suitable as coating for fruits. The obtained nanocomposite films presented lower water vapor permeability values when compared with the chitosan control film. The samples were characterized by SEM, fluorescence and UV-Vis spectroscopy, FTIR spectroscopy and microscopy, and thermal analysis.
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Kalia A, Abd-Elsalam KA, Kuca K. Zinc-Based Nanomaterials for Diagnosis and Management of Plant Diseases: Ecological Safety and Future Prospects. J Fungi (Basel) 2020; 6:E222. [PMID: 33066193 PMCID: PMC7711620 DOI: 10.3390/jof6040222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2020] [Revised: 10/05/2020] [Accepted: 10/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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A facet of nanorenaissance in plant pathology hailed the research on the development and application of nanoformulations or nanoproducts for the effective management of phytopathogens deterring the growth and yield of plants and thus the overall crop productivity. Zinc nanomaterials represent a versatile class of nanoproducts and nanoenabled devices as these nanomaterials can be synthesized in quantum amounts through economically affordable processes/approaches. Further, these nanomaterials exhibit potential targeted antimicrobial properties and low to negligible phytotoxicity activities that well-qualify them to be applied directly or in a deviant manner to accomplish significant antibacterial, antimycotic, antiviral, and antitoxigenic activities against diverse phytopathogens causing plant diseases. The photo-catalytic, fluorescent, and electron generating aspects associated with zinc nanomaterials have been utilized for the development of sensor systems (optical and electrochemical biosensors), enabling quick, early, sensitive, and on-field assessment or quantification of the test phytopathogen. However, the proficient use of Zn-derived nanomaterials in the management of plant pathogenic diseases as nanopesticides and on-field sensor system demands that the associated eco- and biosafety concerns should be well discerned and effectively sorted beforehand. Current and possible utilization of zinc-based nanostructures in plant disease diagnosis and management and their safety in the agroecosystem is highlighted.
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- Anu Kalia
- Electron Microscopy and Nanoscience Laboratory, Department of Soil Science, College of Agriculture, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana 141004, Punjab, India
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- Agricultural Research Center (ARC), Plant Pathology Research Institute, Giza 12619, Egypt;
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Hradec Králové, 500 03 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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Al-Shabib NA, Husain FM, Nadeem M, Khan MS, Al-Qurainy F, Alyousef AA, Arshad M, Khan A, Khan JM, Alam P, Albalawi T, Shahzad SA. Bio-inspired facile fabrication of silver nanoparticles from in vitro grown shoots of Tamarix nilotica: explication of its potential in impeding growth and biofilms of Listeria monocytogenes and assessment of wound healing ability. RSC Adv 2020; 10:30139-30149. [PMID: 35518236 PMCID: PMC9056294 DOI: 10.1039/d0ra04587j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2020] [Accepted: 07/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Novel, safe, and effective antilisterial agents are required in order to prevent Listeria monocytogenes infections and maintain food safety. This study synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) from the shoot extract of in vitro-grown Tamarix nilotica (TN) and characterized them using X-ray diffraction, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, UV-visible spectroscopy, dynamic light scattering, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDXS), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). We also assessed the antilisterial potential of the synthesized TN-AgNPs by determining the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) against two strains of L. monocytogenes and L. innocua. TN-AgNPs (2×MICs) showed a significant decrease in growth in all Listeria test strains. Release of cellular content and cell morphology analysis of TN-AgNP-treated bacterial cells demonstrated the mechanism of bactericidal activity of AgNPs. In addition, TN-AgNPs induced a significant decrease in swimming motility (62-71%), biofilm formation (57-64%), and preformed biofilms (48-58%) in all Listeria test strains at sub-inhibitory concentrations. Microtitre plate assay results for biofilm inhibition were confirmed by SEM and CLSM visualization of TN-AgNP-treated and TN-AgNP-untreated Listeria test strains. TN-AgNPs also showed wound-healing activity in MCF-7 cells by inhibiting cell migration in a scratch plate assay. TN-AgNP-induced enhanced reactive oxygen species generation in treated cells could be a plausible reason for the biofilm inhibitory activity of AgNPs. TN-AgNPs having antilisterial, antibiofilm, and wound-healing properties can be effectively used to prevent L. monocytogenes infections in the food industry and healthcare.
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- Nasser A Al-Shabib
- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food and Agricultural Sciences, King Saud University 2456 Riyadh 11451 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food and Agricultural Sciences, King Saud University 2456 Riyadh 11451 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University 2456 Riyadh 11451 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Science, King Saud University 2456 Riyadh 11451 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University 2456 Riyadh 11451 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University 2460 Riyadh 11451 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University 2460 Riyadh 11451 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Central Laboratory, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University 2460 Riyadh 11451 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food and Agricultural Sciences, King Saud University 2456 Riyadh 11451 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz Univrsity Alkharj Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz Univrsity Alkharj Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food and Agricultural Sciences, King Saud University 2456 Riyadh 11451 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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