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Chary PS, Shaikh S, Rajana N, Bhavana V, Mehra NK. Unlocking nature's arsenal: Nanotechnology for targeted delivery of venom toxins in cancer therapy. BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES 2024; 162:213903. [PMID: 38824828 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2024.213903] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2024] [Revised: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 05/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/04/2024]
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AIM The aim of the present review is to shed light on the nanotechnological approaches adopted to overcome the shortcomings associated with the delivery of venom peptides which possess inherent anti-cancer properties. BACKGROUND Venom peptides although have been reported to demonstrate anti-cancer effects, they suffer from several disadvantages such as in vivo instability, off-target adverse effects, limited drug loading and low bioavailability. This review presents a comprehensive compilation of different classes of nanocarriers while underscoring their advantages, disadvantages and potential to carry such peptide molecules for in vivo delivery. It also discusses various nanotechnological aspects such as methods of fabrication, analytical tools to assess these nanoparticulate formulations, modulation of nanocarrier polymer properties to enhance loading capacity, stability and improve their suitability to carry toxic peptide drugs. CONCLUSION Nanotechnological approaches bear great potential in delivering venom peptide-based molecules as anticancer agents by enhancing their bioavailability, stability, efficacy as well as offering a spatiotemporal delivery approach. However, the challenges associated with toxicity and biocompatibility of nanocarriers must be duly addressed. PERSPECTIVES The everlasting quest for new breakthroughs for safer delivery of venom peptides in human subjects is fuelled by unmet clinical needs in the current landscape of chemotherapy. In addition, exhaustive efforts are required in obtaining and purifying the venom peptides followed by designing and optimizing scale up technologies.
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- Padakanti Sandeep Chary
- Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
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Sarkar S, Roy A, Mitra R, Kundu S, Banerjee P, Acharya Chowdhury A, Ghosh S. Escaping the ESKAPE pathogens: A review on antibiofilm potential of nanoparticles. Microb Pathog 2024; 194:106842. [PMID: 39117012 DOI: 10.1016/j.micpath.2024.106842] [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: 04/18/2024] [Revised: 07/31/2024] [Accepted: 08/05/2024] [Indexed: 08/10/2024]
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ESKAPE pathogens, a notorious consortium comprising Enterococcusfaecium, Staphylococcusaureus, Klebsiellapneumoniae, Acinetobacterbaumannii, Pseudomonasaeruginosa, and Enterobacter species, pose formidable challenges in healthcare settings due to their multidrug-resistant nature. The increasing global cases of antimicrobial-resistant ESKAPE pathogens are closely related to their remarkable ability to form biofilms. Thus, understanding the unique mechanisms of antimicrobial resistance of ESKAPE pathogens and the innate resilience of biofilms against traditional antimicrobial agents is important for developing innovative strategies to establish effective control methods against them. This review offers a thorough analysis of biofilm dynamics, with a focus on the general mechanisms of biofilm formation, the significant contribution of persister cells in the resistance mechanisms, and the recurrence of biofilms in comparison to planktonic cells. Additionally, this review highlights the potential strategies of nanoparticles for managing biofilms in the ESKAPE group of pathogens. Nanoparticles, with their unique physicochemical properties, provide promising opportunities for disrupting biofilm structures and improving antimicrobial effectiveness. The review has explored interactions between nanoparticles and biofilms, covering a range of nanoparticle types such as metal, metal-oxide, surface-modified, and functionalized nanoparticles, along with organic nanoparticles and nanomaterials. The additional focus of this review also encompasses green synthesis techniques of nanoparticles that involve plant extract and supernatants from bacterial and fungal cultures as reducing agents. Furthermore, the use of nanocomposites and nano emulsions in biofilm management of ESKAPE is also discussed. To conclude, the review addresses the current obstacles and future outlooks in nanoparticle-based biofilm management, stressing the necessity for further research and development to fully exploit the potential of nanoparticles in addressing biofilm-related challenges.
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- Department of Biosciences, JIS University, Kolkata, India
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- Department of Biosciences, JIS University, Kolkata, India
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- Department of Biosciences, JIS University, Kolkata, India
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- Department of Biosciences, JIS University, Kolkata, India.
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Bhattacharya T, Preetam S, Mukherjee S, Kar S, Roy DS, Singh H, Ghose A, Das T, Mohapatra G. Anticancer activity of quantum size carbon dots: opportunities and challenges. DISCOVER NANO 2024; 19:122. [PMID: 39103694 DOI: 10.1186/s11671-024-04069-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2024] [Accepted: 07/22/2024] [Indexed: 08/07/2024]
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Research into the anticancer activity of quantum-sized carbon dots (CDs) has emerged as a promising avenue in cancer research. This CDs delves into the opportunities and challenges associated with harnessing the potential of these nanostructures for combating cancer. Quantum-sized carbon dots, owing to their unique physicochemical properties, exhibit distinct advantages as potential therapeutic agents. Opportunities lie in their tunable size, surface functionalization capabilities, and biocompatibility, enabling targeted drug delivery and imaging in cancer cells. However, we include challenges, a comprehensive understanding of the underlying mechanisms, potential toxicity concerns, and the optimization of synthesis methods for enhanced therapeutic efficacy. A succinct summary of the state of the research in this area is given in this review, emphasizing the exciting possibilities and ongoing challenges in utilizing quantum-sized carbon dots as a novel strategy for cancer treatment.
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- Tanima Bhattacharya
- Faculty of Applied Science, Lincoln University College, 47301, Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.
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- Department of Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering, Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST), Daegu, 42988, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Environmental Science, University of Calcutta, 35 Ballygunge Circular Road, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700019, India
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- Dietetics and Applied Nutrition, Amity University Kolkata, Kadampukur, India
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- KIIT School of Biotechnology, KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, India
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- KIIT School of Biotechnology, KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, India
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- Faculty of Engineering, Lincoln University College, 47301, Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.
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- Centre for Biotechnology, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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Li S, Liu Y, Wu Y, Ren L, Lu Y, Yamaguchi S, Lu Q, Hu C, Li D, Jiang N. An Outlook on Platinum-Based Active Ingredients for Dermatologic and Skincare Applications. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 14:1303. [PMID: 39120408 PMCID: PMC11314049 DOI: 10.3390/nano14151303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2024] [Revised: 07/30/2024] [Accepted: 07/31/2024] [Indexed: 08/10/2024]
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Platinum-based materials exhibit a broad spectrum of biological activities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and pro-collagen synthesis properties, making them particularly useful for various biomedical applications. This review summarizes the biological effects and therapeutic potential of platinum-based active ingredients in dermatological and skincare applications. We discuss their synthesis methods and their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and collagen synthesis properties, which play essential roles in treating skin conditions including psoriasis and acne, as well as enhancing skin aesthetics in anti-aging products. Safety and sustainability concerns, including the need for green synthesis and comprehensive toxicological assessments to ensure safe topical applications, are also discussed. By providing an up-to-date overview of current research, we aim to highlight both the potential and the current challenges of platinum-based active ingredients in advancing dermatology and skincare solutions.
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- Shining Li
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Devices for Post-Moore Chips, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Devices for Post-Moore Chips, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Devices for Post-Moore Chips, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China
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- Hua An Tang Biotech Group Co., Ltd., Guangzhou 511434, China
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- Hua An Tang Biotech Group Co., Ltd., Guangzhou 511434, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Devices for Post-Moore Chips, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Organic–Inorganic Composites, College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, China
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- Hua An Tang Biotech Group Co., Ltd., Guangzhou 511434, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Devices for Post-Moore Chips, Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China
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Zhu X, Tang Q, Zhou X, Momeni MR. Antibiotic resistance and nanotechnology: A narrative review. Microb Pathog 2024; 193:106741. [PMID: 38871198 DOI: 10.1016/j.micpath.2024.106741] [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: 01/31/2024] [Revised: 06/07/2024] [Accepted: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 06/15/2024]
Abstract
The rise of antibiotic resistance poses a significant threat to public health worldwide, leading researchers to explore novel solutions to combat this growing problem. Nanotechnology, which involves manipulating materials at the nanoscale, has emerged as a promising avenue for developing novel strategies to combat antibiotic resistance. This cutting-edge technology has gained momentum in the medical field by offering a new approach to combating infectious diseases. Nanomaterial-based therapies hold significant potential in treating difficult bacterial infections by circumventing established drug resistance mechanisms. Moreover, their small size and unique physical properties enable them to effectively target biofilms, which are commonly linked to resistance development. By leveraging these advantages, nanomaterials present a viable solution to enhance the effectiveness of existing antibiotics or even create entirely new antibacterial mechanisms. This review article explores the current landscape of antibiotic resistance and underscores the pivotal role that nanotechnology plays in augmenting the efficacy of traditional antibiotics. Furthermore, it addresses the challenges and opportunities within the realm of nanotechnology for combating antibiotic resistance, while also outlining future research directions in this critical area. Overall, this comprehensive review articulates the potential of nanotechnology in addressing the urgent public health concern of antibiotic resistance, highlighting its transformative capabilities in healthcare.
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- Xunxian Zhu
- Huaqiao University Hospital, Quanzhou, Fujian, 362021, China.
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- Quanzhou First Hospital, Quanzhou, Fujian, 362000, China
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- Mudanjiang Medical University, Mu Danjiang, Hei Longjiang, 157012, China
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Prasad A, Bakr MM, ElMeshad AN. Surface-functionalised polymeric nanoparticles for breast cancer treatment: processes and advances. J Drug Target 2024; 32:770-784. [PMID: 38717907 DOI: 10.1080/1061186x.2024.2353359] [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: 02/20/2024] [Revised: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024]
Abstract
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported that of all the non-communicable diseases, cancer is considered the second cause of death worldwide. This has driven the big pharma companies to prioritise anticancer products in their pipeline. In addition, research has focused on exploration of new anticancer molecules and design of suitable dosage forms to achieve effective drug delivery to the tumour site. Nanotechnology is a valuable tool to build nano delivery systems with controlled and targeted drug release properties. Nanoparticles can be fabricated by robust, scalable and economic techniques using various polymers. Moreover, specific functional groups can be introduced to the surface of nanoparticles enabling targeting to a specific tissue; besides, they exhibit versatile drug release patterns according to the rate of polymer degradation. This review outlines the processes and advances in surface functionalisation of nanoparticles employed for treatment of breast cancer. The therapeutic molecules, the polymers used to fabricate nanoparticles, the techniques used to prepare the nanoparticles have been reviewed with a focus on the processes employed to functionalise these nanoparticles with suitable ligands to target different types of breast cancer.
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- Aprameya Prasad
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Egyptian Drug Authority, Formerly Known as National Organization for Drug Control and Research, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy and Drug Technology, The Egyptian Chinese University, Cairo, Egypt
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Zuliska S, Maksum IP, Einaga Y, Kadja GTM, Irkham I. Advances in electrochemical biosensors employing carbon-based electrodes for detection of biomarkers in diabetes mellitus. ADMET AND DMPK 2024; 12:487-527. [PMID: 39091901 PMCID: PMC11289508 DOI: 10.5599/admet.2361] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2024] [Revised: 07/07/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024] Open
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Background and purpose The increase in diabetes cases has become a major concern in the healthcare sector, necessitating the development of efficient and minimal diagnostic methods. This study aims to provide a comprehensive examination of electrochemical biosensors for detecting diabetes mellitus biomarkers, with a special focus on the utilization of carbon-based electrodes. Review approach A detailed analysis of electrochemical biosensors incorporating various carbon electrodes, including screen-printed carbon electrodes, glassy carbon electrodes, and carbon paste electrodes, is presented. The advantages of carbon-based electrodes in biosensor design are highlighted. The review covers the detection of several key diabetes biomarkers, such as glucose, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), glycated human serum albumin (GHSA), insulin, and novel biomarkers. Key results Recent developments in electrochemical biosensor technology over the last decade are summarized, emphasizing their potential in clinical applications, particularly in point-of-care settings. The utilization of carbon-based electrodes in biosensors is shown to offer significant advantages, including enhanced sensitivity, selectivity, and cost-effectiveness. Conclusion This review underscores the importance of carbon-based electrodes in the design of electrochemical biosensors and raises awareness for the detection of novel biomarkers for more specific and personalized diabetes mellitus cases. The advancements in this field highlight the potential of these biosensors in future clinical applications, especially in point-of-care diagnostics.
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- Serly Zuliska
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Padjadjaran University, Bandung 40173, Indonesia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Padjadjaran University, Bandung 40173, Indonesia
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- Department of Chemistry, Keio University, 3-14-1 Hiyoshi, Yokohama, 223-8522, Japan
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- Division of Inorganic and Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jl. Ganesha no. 10, Bandung 40132, Indonesia
- Research Center for Nanosciences and Nanotechnology, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jl. Ganesha no. 10, Bandung 40132, Indonesia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Padjadjaran University, Bandung 40173, Indonesia
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San Juan A, Jaitpal S, Ng KW, Martinez C, Tripathy S, Phillips C, Coté GL, Mabbott S. Freeze-Driven Synthesis of DNA Hairpin-Conjugated Gold Nanoparticle Biosensors for Dual-Mode Detection. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:3005-3013. [PMID: 38629141 PMCID: PMC11110043 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.4c00069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2024] [Revised: 03/25/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/21/2024]
Abstract
Freeze-based immobilization of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) oligonucleotides on gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) is highly efficient for single-stranded oligonucleotides but typically does not accommodate structures such as snap-cooled DNA hairpins (Sc-HPs) and snap-cooled molecular beacons (Sc-MBs) frequently used for biorecognition applications. Recognizing this limitation, we have developed a modified, freeze-based technique specifically designed to enable the adsorption of such hairpin oligonucleotides onto AuNP surfaces while ensuring that they retain their biosensing capabilities. Successful hairpin oligonucleotide conjugation of varying lengths to a wide range of AuNP diameters was corroborated by dynamic light scattering, ζ-potential, and UV-vis spectrophotometry. Moreover, we conducted a thorough evaluation of this modified method, confirming the retention of the sensing functions of Sc-HPs and Sc-MBs. This advancement not only offers a more efficient route for DNA hairpin conjugation but also elucidates the underlying biorecognition functions, with implications for broader applications in molecular diagnostics.
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- Angela
Michelle San Juan
- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M
University, College
Station, Texas 77843-3120, United States
- Center
for Remote Health Technologies & Systems, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station, College Station, Texas 77845-3424, United States
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M
University, College
Station, Texas 77843-3120, United States
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M
University, College
Station, Texas 77843-3120, United States
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M
University, College
Station, Texas 77843-3120, United States
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M
University, College
Station, Texas 77843-3120, United States
- Center
for Remote Health Technologies & Systems, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station, College Station, Texas 77845-3424, United States
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M
University, College
Station, Texas 77843-3120, United States
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M
University, College
Station, Texas 77843-3120, United States
- Center
for Remote Health Technologies & Systems, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station, College Station, Texas 77845-3424, United States
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M
University, College
Station, Texas 77843-3120, United States
- Center
for Remote Health Technologies & Systems, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station, College Station, Texas 77845-3424, United States
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Tanudji J, Kasai H, Okada M, Ogawa T, Aspera SM, Nakanishi H. 211At on gold nanoparticles for targeted radionuclide therapy application. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2024; 26:12915-12927. [PMID: 38629229 DOI: 10.1039/d3cp05326a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/02/2024]
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Targeted alpha therapy (TAT) is a methodology that is being developed as a promising cancer treatment using the α-particle decay of radionuclides. This technique involves the use of heavy radioactive elements being placed near the cancer target area to cause maximum damage to the cancer cells while minimizing the damage to healthy cells. Using gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) as carriers, a more effective therapy methodology may be realized. AuNPs can be good candidates for transporting these radionuclides to the vicinity of the cancer cells since they can be labeled not just with the radionuclides, but also a host of other proteins and ligands to target these cells and serve as additional treatment options. Research has shown that astatine and iodine are capable of adsorbing onto the surface of gold, creating a covalent bond that is quite stable for use in experiments. However, there are still many challenges that lie ahead in this area, whether they be theoretical, experimental, and even in real-life applications. This review will cover some of the major developments, as well as the current state of technology, and the problems that need to be tackled as this research topic moves along to maturity. The hope is that with more workers joining the field, we can make a positive impact on society, in addition to bringing improvement and more knowledge to science.
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- Jeffrey Tanudji
- Department of Applied Physics, The University of Osaka, 2-1 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan
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- Institute of Radiation Sciences, The University of Osaka, 1-1 Machikaneyama-cho, Toyonaka, Osaka 560-0043, Japan.
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- Institute of Radiation Sciences, The University of Osaka, 1-1 Machikaneyama-cho, Toyonaka, Osaka 560-0043, Japan.
- Department of Chemistry, The University of Osaka, 1-1 Machikaneyama-cho, Toyonaka, Osaka 560-0043, Japan
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- Institute of Radiation Sciences, The University of Osaka, 1-1 Machikaneyama-cho, Toyonaka, Osaka 560-0043, Japan.
- Department of Physics, The University of Osaka, 1-1 Machikaneyama-cho, Toyonaka, Osaka 560-0043, Japan
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- Research Initiative for Supra-Materials, Shinshu University, 4-17-1 Wakasato, Nagano, Nagano 380-8553, Japan
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- National Institute of Technology, Akashi College, 679-3 Nishioka, Uozumi-cho, Akashi, Hyogo 674-8501, Japan
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Khadanga V, Mishra PC. A review on toxicity mechanism and risk factors of nanoparticles in respiratory tract. Toxicology 2024; 504:153781. [PMID: 38493948 DOI: 10.1016/j.tox.2024.153781] [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: 01/25/2024] [Revised: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024]
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This comprehensive review focuses on various dimensions of nanoparticle toxicity, emphasizing toxicological characteristics, assessment techniques, and examinations of relevant studies on the effects on biological systems. The primary objective is to comprehend the potential risks associated with nanoparticles and to provide efficient strategies for mitigating them by consolidating current research discoveries. For in-depth insights, the discussions extend to crucial aspects such as toxicity associated with different nanoparticles, human exposure, and nanoparticle deposition in the human respiratory tract. The analysis utilizes the multiple-path particle dosimetry (MPPD) modeling for computational simulation. The SiO2 nanoparticles with a volume concentration of 1% and a particle size of 50 nm are used to depict the MPPD modeling of the Left upper (LU), left lower (LL), right upper (RU), right middle (RM), and right lower (RL) lobes in the respiratory tract. The analysis revealed a substantial 67.5% decrease in the deposition fraction as the particle size increased from 10 nm to 100 nm. Graphical representation emphasizes the significant impact of exposure path selection on nanoparticle deposition, with distinct deposition values observed for nasal, oral, oronasal-mouth breather, oronasal - normal augmenter, and endotracheal paths (0.00291 μg, 0.00332 μg, 0.00297 μg, 0.00291 μg, and 0.00383 μg, respectively). Consistent with the focus of the review, the article also addresses crucial mitigation strategies for managing nanoparticle toxicity.
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- Vidyasri Khadanga
- Thermal Research Laboratory (TRL), School of Mechanical Engineering, KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751024, India
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- Thermal Research Laboratory (TRL), School of Mechanical Engineering, KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751024, India.
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Manoharan AK, Batcha MIK, Mahalingam S, Raj B, Kim J. Recent Advances in Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials for Healthcare Monitoring. ACS Sens 2024; 9:1706-1734. [PMID: 38563358 DOI: 10.1021/acssensors.4c00015] [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] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
Abstract
The development of advanced technologies for the fabrication of functional nanomaterials, nanostructures, and devices has facilitated the development of biosensors for analyses. Two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials, with unique hierarchical structures, a high surface area, and the ability to be functionalized for target detection at the surface, exhibit high potential for biosensing applications. The electronic properties, mechanical flexibility, and optical, electrochemical, and physical properties of 2D nanomaterials can be easily modulated, enabling the construction of biosensing platforms for the detection of various analytes with targeted recognition, sensitivity, and selectivity. This review provides an overview of the recent advances in 2D nanomaterials and nanostructures used for biosensor and wearable-sensor development for healthcare and health-monitoring applications. Finally, the advantages of 2D-nanomaterial-based devices and several challenges in their optimal operation have been discussed to facilitate the development of smart high-performance biosensors in the future.
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- Arun Kumar Manoharan
- Department of Electrical, Electronics and Communication Engineering, School of Technology, Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM), Bengaluru 561203, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Agni College of Technology, Chennai 600130, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Materials System Engineering, Pukyong National University, Busan 48513, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar, Punjab 144011, India
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- Department of Materials System Engineering, Pukyong National University, Busan 48513, Republic of Korea
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Davodabadi F, Farasati Far B, Sargazi S, Fatemeh Sajjadi S, Fathi-Karkan S, Mirinejad S, Ghotekar S, Sargazi S, Rahman MM. Nanomaterials-Based Targeting of Long Non-Coding RNAs in Cancer: A Cutting-Edge Review of Current Trends. ChemMedChem 2024; 19:e202300528. [PMID: 38267373 DOI: 10.1002/cmdc.202300528] [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: 09/30/2023] [Revised: 01/21/2024] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
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This review article spotlights the burgeoning potential of using nanotherapeutic strategies to target long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) in cancer cells. This updated discourse underlines the prominent role of lncRNAs in instigating cancer, facilitating its progression, and metastasis, validating lncRNAs' potential for being effective diagnostic biomarkers and therapeutic targets. The manuscript offers an in-depth examination of different strategies presently employed to modulate lncRNA expression and function for therapeutic purposes. Among these strategies, Antisense Oligonucleotides (ASOs), RNA interference (RNAi) technologies, and the innovative clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR)-based gene editing tools garner noteworthy mention. A significant section of the review is dedicated to nanocarriers and their crucial role in drug delivery. These nanocarriers' efficiency in targeting lncRNAs in varied types of cancers is elaborated upon, validating the importance of targeted therapy. The manuscript culminates by reaffirming the promising prospects of targeting lncRNAs to enhance the accuracy of cancer diagnosis and improve treatment efficacy. Consequently, new paths are opened to more research and innovation in employing nanotherapeutic approaches against lncRNAs in cancer cells. Thus, this comprehensive manuscript serves as a valuable resource that underscores the vital role of lncRNAs and the various nano-strategies for targeting them in cancer treatment. Future research should also focus on unraveling the complex regulatory networks involving lncRNAs and identifying fundamental functional interactions to refine therapeutic strategies targeting lncRNAs in cancer.
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- Fatemeh Davodabadi
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Basic Science, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Research Institute of Cellular and Molecular Sciences in Infectious Diseases, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran
- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran
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- School of Biological Science, Institute for Research in Fundamental Sciences (IPM), Tehran, Iran
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- Natural Products and Medicinal Plants Research Center, North Khorasan University of Medical Sciences, Bojnurd, 9453155166, Iran
- Department of Advanced Sciences and Technologies in Medicine, School of Medicine, North Khorasan University of Medical Sciences, Bojnurd, 9414974877, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Research Institute of Cellular and Molecular Sciences in Infectious Diseases, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran
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- Centre for Herbal Pharmacology and Environmental Sustainability, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, 603103, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Research Institute of Cellular and Molecular Sciences in Infectious Diseases, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran
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- Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials Research (CEAMR) & Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia
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Farooqi MA, Farooqi HMU, Bhatti T, Siddiqui GU, Kausar F, Kang CU. Functionalization of niobium nitrogen-doped titanium dioxide (TiO 2) nanoparticles with ethanolic extracts of Mentha arvensis. DISCOVER NANO 2024; 19:67. [PMID: 38619645 PMCID: PMC11018591 DOI: 10.1186/s11671-024-04011-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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Titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles have gained significant attention due to their wide-ranging applications. This research explores an approach to functionalize Niobium Nitrogen Titanium Dioxide nanoparticles (Nb-N-TiO2 NPs) with Mentha arvensis ethanolic leaf extracts. This functionalization allows doped NPs to interact with the bioactive compounds in extracts, synergizing their antioxidant activity. While previous studies have investigated the antioxidant properties of TiO2 NPs synthesized using ethanolic extracts of Mentha arvensis, limited research has focused on evaluating the antioxidant potential of doped nanoparticles functionalized with plant extracts. The characterization analyses are employed by Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and Ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy to evaluate these functionalized doped nanoparticles thoroughly. Subsequently, the antioxidant capabilities through the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and ferric-reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) assays have been assessed. Within functionalized Nb-N-TiO2, the FTIR has a distinctive peak at 2350, 2010, 1312, 1212, and 1010 cm-1 with decreased transmittance associated with vibrations linked to the Nb-N bond. SEM revealed a triangular aggregation pattern, 500 nm to 2 µm of functionalized Nb-N-TiO2 NPs. Functionalized doped Nb-N-TiO2 NPs at 500 µg mL-1 exhibited particularly robust antioxidant activity, achieving an impressive 79% efficacy at DPPH assessment; meanwhile, ferric reduction efficiency of functionalized doped Nb-N-TiO2 showed maximum 72.16%. In conclusion, doped Nb-N-TiO2 NPs exhibit significantly enhanced antioxidant properties when functionalized with Mentha arvensis ethanolic extract compared to pure Nb-N-TiO2 manifested that doped Nb-N-TiO2 have broad promising endeavors for various biomedicine applications.
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- Muhammad Awais Farooqi
- Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Jeju National University, Jeju-si, Republic of Korea
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- Interdisciplinary Department of Advanced Convergence Technology and Science, College of Pharmacy, Jeju National University, Jeju-si, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Jeju National University, Jeju-si, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plant Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Jeju National University, Jeju-si, Republic of Korea.
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Logan N, Cao C, Freitag S, Haughey SA, Krska R, Elliott CT. Advancing Mycotoxin Detection in Food and Feed: Novel Insights from Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS). ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2309625. [PMID: 38224595 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202309625] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Revised: 12/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/17/2024]
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The implementation of low-cost and rapid technologies for the on-site detection of mycotoxin-contaminated crops is a promising solution to address the growing concerns of the agri-food industry. Recently, there have been significant developments in surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) for the direct detection of mycotoxins in food and feed. This review provides an overview of the most recent advancements in the utilization of SERS through the successful fabrication of novel nanostructured materials. Various bottom-up and top-down approaches have demonstrated their potential in improving sensitivity, while many applications exploit the immobilization of recognition elements and molecular imprinted polymers (MIPs) to enhance specificity and reproducibility in complex matrices. Therefore, the design and fabrication of nanomaterials is of utmost importance and are presented herein. This paper uncovers that limited studies establish detection limits or conduct validation using naturally contaminated samples. One decade on, SERS is still lacking significant progress and there is a disconnect between the technology, the European regulatory limits, and the intended end-user. Ongoing challenges and potential solutions are discussed including nanofabrication, molecular binders, and data analytics. Recommendations to assay design, portability, and substrate stability are made to help improve the potential and feasibility of SERS for future on-site agri-food applications.
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- Natasha Logan
- National Measurement Laboratory, Centre of Excellence in Agriculture and Food Integrity, Institute for Global Food Security, School of Biological Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, 19 Chlorine Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5DL, UK
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- National Measurement Laboratory, Centre of Excellence in Agriculture and Food Integrity, Institute for Global Food Security, School of Biological Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, 19 Chlorine Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5DL, UK
- Material and Advanced Technologies for Healthcare, Queen's University Belfast, 18-30 Malone Road, Belfast, BT9 5BN, UK
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- Department of Agrobiotechnology IFA-Tulln, Institute of Bioanalytics and Agro-Metabolomics, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Konrad-Lorenz-Str. 20, Tulln, 3430, Vienna, Austria
- FFoQSI GmbH - Austrian Competence Centre for Feed and Food Quality, Safety and Innovation, Technopark 1C, Tulln, 3430, Austria
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- National Measurement Laboratory, Centre of Excellence in Agriculture and Food Integrity, Institute for Global Food Security, School of Biological Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, 19 Chlorine Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5DL, UK
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- National Measurement Laboratory, Centre of Excellence in Agriculture and Food Integrity, Institute for Global Food Security, School of Biological Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, 19 Chlorine Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5DL, UK
- Department of Agrobiotechnology IFA-Tulln, Institute of Bioanalytics and Agro-Metabolomics, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Konrad-Lorenz-Str. 20, Tulln, 3430, Vienna, Austria
- FFoQSI GmbH - Austrian Competence Centre for Feed and Food Quality, Safety and Innovation, Technopark 1C, Tulln, 3430, Austria
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- National Measurement Laboratory, Centre of Excellence in Agriculture and Food Integrity, Institute for Global Food Security, School of Biological Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, 19 Chlorine Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5DL, UK
- School of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Thammasat University, 99 Mhu 18, Khong Luang, Pathum Thani, 12120, Thailand
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Costa D, Pereira-Silva P, Sousa P, Pinto V, Borges J, Vaz F, Minas G, Sampaio P. Critical Issues on the Surface Functionalization of Plasmonic Au-Ag/TiO 2 Thin Films with Thiolated Oligonucleotide-Based Biorecognition Elements. BIOSENSORS 2024; 14:159. [PMID: 38667152 PMCID: PMC11048063 DOI: 10.3390/bios14040159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2024] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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This work reports on the surface functionalization of a nanomaterial supporting localized surface plasmon resonances (LSPRs) with (synthetic) thiolated oligonucleotide-based biorecognition elements, envisaging the development of selective LSPR-based DNA biosensors. The LSPR thin-film transducers are composed of noble metal nanoparticles (NPs) embedded in a TiO2 dielectric matrix, produced cost-effectively and sustainably by magnetron sputtering. The study focused on the immobilization kinetics of thiolated oligonucleotide probes as biorecognition elements, followed by the evaluation of hybridization events with the target probe. The interaction between the thiolated oligonucleotide probe and the transducer's surface was assessed by monitoring the LSPR signal with successive additions of probe solution through a microfluidic device. The device was specifically designed and fabricated for this work and adapted to a high-resolution LSPR spectroscopy system with portable characteristics. Benefiting from the synergetic characteristics of Ag and Au in the form of bimetallic nanoparticles, the Au-Ag/TiO2 thin film proved to be more sensitive to thiolated oligonucleotide binding events. Despite the successful surface functionalization with the biorecognition element, the detection of complementary oligonucleotides revealed electrostatic repulsion and steric hindrance, which hindered hybridization with the target oligonucleotide. This study points to an effect that is still poorly described in the literature and affects the design of LSPR biosensors based on nanoplasmonic thin films.
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- Diogo Costa
- Center of Molecular and Environmental Biology (CBMA), Department of Biology, University of Minho, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal (P.P.-S.); (P.S.)
- Physics Center of Minho and Porto Universities (CF-UM-UP), Campus de Azurém, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal;
- Center for Microelectromechanical Systems (CMEMS-UMinho), Campus de Azurém, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal; (P.S.); (V.P.); (G.M.)
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- Center of Molecular and Environmental Biology (CBMA), Department of Biology, University of Minho, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal (P.P.-S.); (P.S.)
- Physics Center of Minho and Porto Universities (CF-UM-UP), Campus de Azurém, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal;
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- Center for Microelectromechanical Systems (CMEMS-UMinho), Campus de Azurém, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal; (P.S.); (V.P.); (G.M.)
- LABBELS—Associate Laboratory, 4800-122 Braga, Portugal, and 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal
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- Center for Microelectromechanical Systems (CMEMS-UMinho), Campus de Azurém, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal; (P.S.); (V.P.); (G.M.)
- LABBELS—Associate Laboratory, 4800-122 Braga, Portugal, and 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal
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- Physics Center of Minho and Porto Universities (CF-UM-UP), Campus de Azurém, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal;
- LaPMET—Laboratory of Physics for Materials and Emergent Technologies, University of Minho, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
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- Physics Center of Minho and Porto Universities (CF-UM-UP), Campus de Azurém, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal;
- LaPMET—Laboratory of Physics for Materials and Emergent Technologies, University of Minho, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
- Material Science Department, Transilvania University of Brasov, 29 Eroilor Blvd., 500036 Brasov, Romania
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- Center for Microelectromechanical Systems (CMEMS-UMinho), Campus de Azurém, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal; (P.S.); (V.P.); (G.M.)
- LABBELS—Associate Laboratory, 4800-122 Braga, Portugal, and 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal
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- Center of Molecular and Environmental Biology (CBMA), Department of Biology, University of Minho, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal (P.P.-S.); (P.S.)
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Kharga K, Jha S, Vishwakarma T, Kumar L. Current developments and prospects of the antibiotic delivery systems. Crit Rev Microbiol 2024:1-40. [PMID: 38425122 DOI: 10.1080/1040841x.2024.2321480] [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: 07/26/2023] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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Antibiotics have remained the cornerstone for the treatment of bacterial infections ever since their discovery in the twentieth century. The uproar over antibiotic resistance among bacteria arising from genome plasticity and biofilm development has rendered current antibiotic therapies ineffective, urging the development of innovative therapeutic approaches. The development of antibiotic resistance among bacteria has further heightened the clinical failure of antibiotic therapy, which is often linked to its low bioavailability, side effects, and poor penetration and accumulation at the site of infection. In this review, we highlight the potential use of siderophores, antibodies, cell-penetrating peptides, antimicrobial peptides, bacteriophages, and nanoparticles to smuggle antibiotics across impermeable biological membranes to achieve therapeutically relevant concentrations of antibiotics and combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR). We will discuss the general mechanisms via which each delivery system functions and how it can be tailored to deliver antibiotics against the paradigm of mechanisms underlying antibiotic resistance.
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- Kusum Kharga
- School of Biotechnology, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- School of Bioengineering and Food Technology, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- School of Bioengineering and Food Technology, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- School of Biotechnology, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Himachal Pradesh, India
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Mariyam S, Upadhyay SK, Chakraborty K, Verma KK, Duhan JS, Muneer S, Meena M, Sharma RK, Ghodake G, Seth CS. Nanotechnology, a frontier in agricultural science, a novel approach in abiotic stress management and convergence with new age medicine-A review. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 912:169097. [PMID: 38056665 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.169097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Revised: 11/24/2023] [Accepted: 12/02/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023]
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Climate change imposes various environmental stresses which substantially impact plant growth and productivity. Salinity, drought, temperature extremes, heavy metals, and nutritional imbalances are among several abiotic stresses contributing to high yield losses of crops in various parts of the world, resulting in food insecurity. Many interesting strategies are being researched in the attempt to improve plants' environmental stress tolerance. These include the application of nanoparticles, which have been found to improve plant function under stress situations. Nanotechnology will be a key driver in the upcoming agri-tech and pharmaceutical revolution, which promises a more sustainable, efficient, and resilient agricultural and medical system Nano-fertilizers can help plants utilise nutrients more efficiently by releasing nutrients slowly and sustainably. Plant physiology and nanomaterial features (such as size, shape, and charge) are important aspects influencing the impact on plant growth. Here, we discussed the most promising new opportunities and methodologies for using nanotechnology to increase the efficiency of critical inputs for crop agriculture, as well as to better manage biotic and abiotic stress. Potential development and implementation challenges are highlighted, emphasising the importance of designing suggested nanotechnologies using a systems approach. Finally, the strengths, flaws, possibilities, and risks of nanotechnology are assessed and analysed in order to present a comprehensive and clear picture of the nanotechnology potentials, as well as future paths for nano-based agri-food applications towards sustainability. Future research directions have been established in order to support research towards the long-term development of nano-enabled agriculture and evolution of pharmaceutical industry.
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- Safoora Mariyam
- Department of Botany, University of Delhi, New Delhi 110007, Delhi, India
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- Department of Environmental Science, V.B.S. Purvanchal University, Jaunpur 222003, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Key Laboratory of Sugarcane Biotechnology and Genetic Improvement (Guangxi), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Sugarcane Genetic Improvement, Sugarcane Research Institute, Guangxi Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanning, 530007, Guangxi, China
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- Department of Biotechnology, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa 125055, Harayana, India
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- Department of Horticulture and Food Science, School of Aricultural Innovations and Advanced Learning, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore 632014, Tamil-Nadu, India
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- Laboratory of Phytopatholoy and Microbial Biotechnology, Department of Botany, Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur 313001, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Botany, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Biological and Environmental Science, Dongguk University-Seoul, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si 10326, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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Sadiq S, Khan S, Khan I, Khan A, Humayun M, Wu P, Usman M, Khan A, Alanazi AF, Bououdina M. A critical review on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) based nanomaterials for biomedical applications: Designing, recent trends, challenges, and prospects. Heliyon 2024; 10:e25521. [PMID: 38356588 PMCID: PMC10864983 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e25521] [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: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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Nanomaterials (NMs) have garnered significant attention in recent decades due to their versatile applications in a wide range of fields. Thanks to their tiny size, enhanced surface modifications, impressive volume-to-surface area ratio, magnetic properties, and customized optical dispersion. NMs experienced an incredible upsurge in biomedical applications including diagnostics, therapeutics, and drug delivery. This minireview will focus on notable examples of NMs that tackle important issues, demonstrating various aspects such as their design, synthesis, morphology, classification, and use in cutting-edge applications. Furthermore, we have classified and outlined the distinctive characteristics of the advanced NMs as nanoscale particles and hybrid NMs. Meanwhile, we emphasize the incredible potential of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), a highly versatile group of NMs. These MOFs have gained recognition as promising candidates for a wide range of bio-applications, including bioimaging, biosensing, antiviral therapy, anticancer therapy, nanomedicines, theranostics, immunotherapy, photodynamic therapy, photothermal therapy, gene therapy, and drug delivery. Although advanced NMs have shown great potential in the biomedical field, their use in clinical applications is still limited by issues such as stability, cytotoxicity, biocompatibility, and health concerns. This review article provides a thorough analysis offering valuable insights for researchers investigating to explore new design, development, and expansion opportunities. Remarkably, we ponder the prospects of NMs and nanocomposites in conjunction with current technology.
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- Samreen Sadiq
- School of Biotechnology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212100, China
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- College of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, China
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- Interdisciplinary Research Center for Hydrogen Technologies and Carbon Management (IRC-HTCM), King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran, 31261, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Physics, School of Science, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, 212100, China
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- Energy, Water and Environment Lab, College of Humanities and Sciences, Prince Sultan University, Riyadh, 11586, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Biotechnology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212100, China
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- Interdisciplinary Research Center for Hydrogen Technologies and Carbon Management (IRC-HTCM), King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran, 31261, Saudi Arabia
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- Energy, Water and Environment Lab, College of Humanities and Sciences, Prince Sultan University, Riyadh, 11586, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Chemistry, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, 23200, Pakistan
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- Energy, Water and Environment Lab, College of Humanities and Sciences, Prince Sultan University, Riyadh, 11586, Saudi Arabia
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- Energy, Water and Environment Lab, College of Humanities and Sciences, Prince Sultan University, Riyadh, 11586, Saudi Arabia
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Li X, Zhang Y, Wang C, Wang L, Ye Y, Xue R, Shi Y, Su Q, Zhu Y, Wang L. Drug-Loaded Biomimetic Carriers for Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Therapy: Advances and Perspective. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2024; 10:723-742. [PMID: 38296812 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.3c01480] [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] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
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Chemotherapy remains the mainstay of treatment for the lymphoma patient population, despite its relatively poor therapeutic results, high toxicity, and low specificity. With the advancement of biotechnology, the significance of drug-loading biomimetic materials in the medical field has become increasingly evident, attracting extensive attention from the scientific community and the pharmaceutical industry. Given that they can cater to the particular requirements of lymphoma patients, drug-loading biomimetic materials have recently become a potent and promising delivery approach for various applications. This review mainly reviews the recent advancements in the treatment of tumors with biological drug carrier-loaded drugs, outlines the mechanisms of lymphoma development and the diverse treatment modalities currently available, and discusses the merits and limitations of biological drug carriers. What is more, the practical application of biocarriers in tumors is explored by providing examples, and the possibility of loading such organisms with antilymphoma drugs for the treatment of lymphoma is conceived.
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- Xiaoqi Li
- School of Clinical Medicine, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang 261000, Shandong China
- Central Laboratory, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
- Linyi Key Laboratory of Nanomedicine, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
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- Central Laboratory, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
- Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong China
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- Department of Hematology, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang 261000, Shandong China
- Central Laboratory, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
- Linyi Key Laboratory of Nanomedicine, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, the First Affliliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou310000, Zhejiang China
- Key Laboratory of Combined Multi-organ Transplantation, Ministry of Public Health, First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Hangzhou310000, Zhejiang China
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- Central Laboratory, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang 261000, Shandong China
- Central Laboratory, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
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- Central Laboratory, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
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- Central Laboratory, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
- Linyi Key Laboratory of Nanomedicine, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
- Key Laboratory for Translational Oncology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou 221000, Jiangsu China
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- Central Laboratory, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
- Linyi Key Laboratory of Tumor Biology, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
- Linyi Key Laboratory of Nanomedicine, Linyi 276000, Shandong China
- Key Laboratory for Translational Oncology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou 221000, Jiangsu China
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Mahendravada S, Lahiri BB, Khan F, Sathyanarayana AT, Vizhi RE, Moorthy A, Philip J. A nudge over the relaxation plateau: effect of pH, particle concentration, and medium viscosity on the AC induction heating efficiency of biocompatible chitosan-coated Fe 3O 4nanoparticles. NANOTECHNOLOGY 2024; 35:165704. [PMID: 38211331 DOI: 10.1088/1361-6528/ad1d79] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 01/13/2024]
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The effects of pH, MNP concentration, and medium viscosity on the magnetic fluid hyperthermia (MFH) properties of chitosan-coated superparamagnetic Fe3O4nanoparticles (MNPs) are probed here. Due to the protonation of the amide groups, the MNPs are colloidally stable at lower pH (∼2), but form aggregates at higher pH (∼8). The increased aggregate size at higher pH causes the Brownian relaxation time (τB) to increase, leading to a decrease in specific absorption rate (SAR). For colloidal conditions ensuring Brownian-dominated relaxation dynamics, an increase in MNP concentrations or medium viscosity is found to increase theτB. SAR decreases with increasing MNP concentration, whereas it exhibits a non-monotonic variation with increasing medium viscosity. Dynamic hysteresis loop-based calculations are found to be in agreement with the experimental results. The findings provide a greater understanding of the variation of SAR with the colloidal properties and show the importance of relaxation dynamics on MFH efficiency, where variations in the frequency-relaxation time product across the relaxation plateau cause significant variations in SAR. Further, thein vitrocytotoxicity studies show good bio-compatibility of the chitosan-coated Fe3O4MNPs. Higher SAR at acidic pH for bio-medically acceptable field parameters makes the bio-compatible chitosan-coated Fe3O4MNPs suitable for MFH applications.
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- Srujana Mahendravada
- Smart Materials Section, Materials Characterization Group (MCG), Metallurgy and Materials Group (MMG), Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, PIN 603102, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai, PIN 400094, India
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- Smart Materials Section, Materials Characterization Group (MCG), Metallurgy and Materials Group (MMG), Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, PIN 603102, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai, PIN 400094, India
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- Smart Materials Section, Materials Characterization Group (MCG), Metallurgy and Materials Group (MMG), Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, PIN 603102, India
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- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai, PIN 400094, India
- Low Temperature Studies Section, Condensed Matter Physics Division, Materials Science Group, IGCAR, Tamil Nadu, PIN 603102, India
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- Materials Research Laboratory, Centre for Functional Materials, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, PIN 632014, India
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- Department of Integrative Biology, School of Bio-Sciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, PIN 632014, India
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- Smart Materials Section, Materials Characterization Group (MCG), Metallurgy and Materials Group (MMG), Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, PIN 603102, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai, PIN 400094, India
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Sarkar MM, Rudra P, Paul P, Dua TK, Roy S. Enhanced adaptation to salinity stress in lentil seedlings through the use of trehalose-functionalized silica nanoparticles (TSiNPs): Exploring silica-sugar absorption and oxidative balance. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY : PPB 2024; 206:108309. [PMID: 38169228 DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2023.108309] [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: 10/05/2023] [Revised: 12/01/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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Silica nanoparticles (SiNPs) confer better growth and development of plants under salinity stress. Moreover, the surface-functionalization of SiNPs with bioactive molecules is expected to enhance its efficacy. The present study thus aimed to modify the surface of SiNPs, by attaching a bioactive molecule (trehalose) to obtain TSiNPs. The successful surface functionalization was confirmed using FTIR, XRD, and EDS. The spherical shape and amorphous nature of the nanoparticles were confirmed using SEM. The TEM image analysis revealed that the size of SiNPs and TSiNPs ranged between 20-50 nm and 200-250 nm, respectively. A novel bioassay experiment designed to study the release of silica and trehalose from nanoparticles elucidated that the TSiNPs improved the release and uptake of silica. Also, trehalose uptake significantly improved after 72 h of application due to enhanced release of trehalose from TSiNPs. Further, this study also aimed to investigate the potential benefits of SiNPs and TSiNPs in promoting the growth and development of plants under salinity stress. In this context, the nanoparticles were applied to the saline-stressed (0, 200, 300 mM) lentil seedlings for the in-planta experiments. The results revealed that both SiNPs and TSiNPs improved the growth of seedlings (shoot, and root length), ionic balance (K+/Na+ ratio), and osmolyte status (sugars, proline, glycine betaine, trehalose). Additionally, increased antioxidant enzyme activities helped scavenge ROS (H2O2, O2.-) generated in NaCl-stressed seedlings, ultimately improving the membrane integrity (by reducing MDA and EL). However, the TSiNPs exhibited a much-enhanced activity in stress alleviation compared to the SiNPs.
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- Mahima Misti Sarkar
- Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Botany, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India
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- Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Botany, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India
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- Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Botany, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India.
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Zhang X, Zhang Q, Wu S, Hua K, Cui Y. A biosensor for S100B detection based on PSS-MA-GoldMag-LFIA in early clinical diagnosis of brain damage. Analyst 2023; 148:6369-6374. [PMID: 37974479 DOI: 10.1039/d2an01562e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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S100B is an essential biomarker in the early diagnosis and treatment monitoring of brain injury. However, the traditional clinical diagnostic assay for S100B detection requires a complex operation or large equipment, which limits its application for rapid point-of-care tests (POCT). This study aimed to establish a lateral-flow immunoassay (LFIA) strip test system for S100B determination. PSS-MA-GoldMag nanoparticles were conjugated with anti-S100B antibodies as probes. Using this antibody-nanoparticle composite, an LFIA system based on magnetic quantification was established for S100B detection. For the evaluation of the performance of this LFIA system in clinical practice, 216 clinical samples were assayed using the LFIA test system and a commercial ECLI kit. Using the LFIA system, reliable results could be obtained in 30 min with a detection limit of 0.05 ng mL-1. The coefficient of variation (CV) was <13.8% and <14.03% for intra- and inter-assay precision, respectively. The recoveries were between 95.1 and 107.3%. The relative deviation of the interference experiments was <10%. In the analysis of clinical samples, the result indicated that the sera level of S100B in the detection group did not correlate with gender (p = 0.564 > 0.05) or age (p = 0.083 > 0.05). There is a good correlation between the novel method and the Elecsys®, with a determination coefficient of R2 0.9566, p > 0.05. The Bland-Altman analysis between the two ways shows that the 95% confidence bands between the two methods in measuring S100B were -0.27 ng mL-1 to +0.29 ng mL-1 with a mean difference of +0.006 ng mL-1. These results indicated that the novel LFIA system could be a simple, rapid, convenient, and accurate method for S100B determination.
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- Xiaomei Zhang
- College of Life Sciences, Northwest University, Xi'an, 710069, China
- College of Agronomy, Henan University of Science and Technology, Luoyang 471003, China
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- School of Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710061, China
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- Xi'an City First Hospital, Xi'an, 710068, China
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- College of Life Sciences, Northwest University, Xi'an, 710069, China
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- College of Life Sciences, Northwest University, Xi'an, 710069, China
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Bandyopadhyay A, Das T, Nandy S, Sahib S, Preetam S, Gopalakrishnan AV, Dey A. Ligand-based active targeting strategies for cancer theranostics. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2023; 396:3417-3441. [PMID: 37466702 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-023-02612-4] [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: 05/03/2023] [Accepted: 07/04/2023] [Indexed: 07/20/2023]
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In the past decades, for the intermediate or advanced cancerous stages, preclinical and clinical applications of nanomedicines in cancer theranostics have been extensively studied. Nevertheless, decreased specificity and poor targeting efficiency with low target concentration of theranostic are the major drawbacks of nanomedicine in employing clinical substitution over conventional systemic therapy. Consequently, ligand decorated nanocarrier-mediated targeted drug delivery system can transcend the obstructions through their enhanced retention activity and increased permeability with effective targeting. The highly efficient and specific nanocarrier-mediated ligand-based active therapy is one of the novel and promising approaches for delivery of the therapeutics for different cancers in recent years to restrict various cancer growth in vivo without harming healthy cells. The article encapsulates the features of nanocarrier-mediated ligands in augmentation of active targeting approaches of various cancers and summarizes ligand-based targeted delivery systems in treatment of cancer as plausible theranostics.
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- Anupriya Bandyopadhyay
- Department of Life Sciences, Presidency University, 86/1 College Street, Kolkata, 700073, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Life Sciences, Presidency University, 86/1 College Street, Kolkata, 700073, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Life Sciences, Presidency University, 86/1 College Street, Kolkata, 700073, West Bengal, India
- School of Pharmacy, Graphic Era Hill University, Bell Road, Clement Town, Dehradun, 248002, Uttarakhand, India
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- S.S. Cottage, Njarackal,, P.O.: Perinad, Kollam, 691601, Kerala, India
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- Institute of Advanced Materials, IAAM, Gammalkilsvägen 18, 59053, Ulrika, Sweden
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Bio Sciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, Tamil Nadu, 632014, India
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- Department of Life Sciences, Presidency University, 86/1 College Street, Kolkata, 700073, West Bengal, India.
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Khan Khanzada A, Al-Hazmi HE, Śniatała B, Muringayil Joseph T, Majtacz J, Abdulrahman SAM, Albaseer SS, Kurniawan TA, Rahimi-Ahar Z, Habibzadeh S, Mąkinia J. Hydrochar-nanoparticle integration for arsenic removal from wastewater: Challenges, possible solutions, and future horizon. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 238:117164. [PMID: 37722579 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Revised: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/15/2023] [Indexed: 09/20/2023]
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Arsenic (As) contamination poses a significant threat to human health, ecosystems, and agriculture, with levels ranging from 12 to 75% attributed to mine waste and stream sediments. This naturally element is abundant in Earth's crust and gets released into the environment through mining and rock processing, causing ≈363 million people to depend on As-contaminated groundwater. To combat this issue, introducing a sustainable hydrochar system has achieved a remarkable removal efficiency of over 92% for arsenic through adsorption. This comprehensive review presents an overview of As contamination in the environment, with a specific focus on its impact on drinking water and wastewater. It delves into the far-reaching effects of As on human health, ecosystems, aquatic systems, and agriculture, while also exploring the effectiveness of existing As treatment systems. Additionally, the study examines the potential of hydrochar as an efficient adsorbent for As removal from water/wastewater, along with other relevant adsorbents and biomass-based preparations of hydrochar. Notably, the fusion of hydrochar with nanoparticle-centric approaches presents a highly promising and environmentally friendly solution for achieving the removal of As from wastewater, exceeding >99% efficiency. This innovative approach holds immense potential for advancing the realms of green chemistry and environmental restoration. Various challenges associated with As contamination and treatment are highlighted, and proposed solutions are discussed. The review emphasizes the urgent need to advance treatment technologies, improve monitoring methods, and enhance regulatory frameworks. Looking outlook, the article underscores the importance of fostering research efforts, raising public awareness, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to address this critical environmental issue. Such efforts are vital for UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially clean water and sanitation (Goal 6) and climate action (Goal 13), crucial for global sustainability.
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- Aisha Khan Khanzada
- Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdansk University of Technology, Gdansk, 80-233, Poland
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- Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdansk University of Technology, Gdansk, 80-233, Poland.
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- Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdansk University of Technology, Gdansk, 80-233, Poland
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- Department of Polymer Technology, Faculty of Chemistry, Gdańsk University of Technology, 80-233, Gdańsk, Poland
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- Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdansk University of Technology, Gdansk, 80-233, Poland
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Education and Sciences-Rada'a, Albaydha University, Albaydha, Yemen
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- Department of Evolutionary Ecology & Environmental Toxicology, Biologicum, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60438, Frankfurt Am Main, Germany
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Engineering Faculty, Velayat University, Iranshahr, Iran
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- Surface Reaction and Advanced Energy Materials Laboratory, Chemical Engineering Department, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, 1599637111, Iran
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- Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdansk University of Technology, Gdansk, 80-233, Poland
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Winkler R, Ciria M, Ahmad M, Plank H, Marcuello C. A Review of the Current State of Magnetic Force Microscopy to Unravel the Magnetic Properties of Nanomaterials Applied in Biological Systems and Future Directions for Quantum Technologies. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:2585. [PMID: 37764614 PMCID: PMC10536909 DOI: 10.3390/nano13182585] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2023] [Revised: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/15/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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Magnetism plays a pivotal role in many biological systems. However, the intensity of the magnetic forces exerted between magnetic bodies is usually low, which demands the development of ultra-sensitivity tools for proper sensing. In this framework, magnetic force microscopy (MFM) offers excellent lateral resolution and the possibility of conducting single-molecule studies like other single-probe microscopy (SPM) techniques. This comprehensive review attempts to describe the paramount importance of magnetic forces for biological applications by highlighting MFM's main advantages but also intrinsic limitations. While the working principles are described in depth, the article also focuses on novel micro- and nanofabrication procedures for MFM tips, which enhance the magnetic response signal of tested biomaterials compared to commercial nanoprobes. This work also depicts some relevant examples where MFM can quantitatively assess the magnetic performance of nanomaterials involved in biological systems, including magnetotactic bacteria, cryptochrome flavoproteins, and magnetic nanoparticles that can interact with animal tissues. Additionally, the most promising perspectives in this field are highlighted to make the reader aware of upcoming challenges when aiming toward quantum technologies.
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- Robert Winkler
- Christian Doppler Laboratory—DEFINE, Graz University of Technology, 8010 Graz, Austria; (R.W.); (H.P.)
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- Instituto de Nanociencia y Materiales de Aragón (INMA), CSIC-Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain;
- Departamento de Física de la Materia Condensada, Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain
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- Photobiology Research Group, IBPS, UMR8256 CNRS, Sorbonne Université, 75005 Paris, France;
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- Christian Doppler Laboratory—DEFINE, Graz University of Technology, 8010 Graz, Austria; (R.W.); (H.P.)
- Graz Centre for Electron Microscopy, 8010 Graz, Austria
- Institute of Electron Microscopy, Graz University of Technology, 8010 Graz, Austria
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- Instituto de Nanociencia y Materiales de Aragón (INMA), CSIC-Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain;
- Laboratorio de Microscopias Avanzadas (LMA), Universidad de Zaragoza, 50018 Zaragoza, Spain
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Ekinci M, Alencar LMR, Lopes AM, Santos-Oliveira R, İlem-Özdemir D. Radiolabeled Human Serum Albumin Nanoparticles Co-Loaded with Methotrexate and Decorated with Trastuzumab for Breast Cancer Diagnosis. J Funct Biomater 2023; 14:477. [PMID: 37754891 PMCID: PMC10532481 DOI: 10.3390/jfb14090477] [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: 08/10/2023] [Revised: 09/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023] Open
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Breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality among women worldwide, with millions of new cases diagnosed yearly. Addressing the burden of breast cancer mortality requires a comprehensive approach involving early detection, accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and equitable access to healthcare services. In this direction, nano-radiopharmaceuticals have shown potential for enhancing breast cancer diagnosis by combining the benefits of nanoparticles and radiopharmaceutical agents. These nanoscale formulations can provide improved imaging capabilities, increased targeting specificity, and enhanced sensitivity for detecting breast cancer lesions. In this study, we developed and evaluated a novel nano-radio radiopharmaceutical, technetium-99m ([99mTc]Tc)-labeled trastuzumab (TRZ)-decorated methotrexate (MTX)-loaded human serum albumin (HSA) nanoparticles ([99mTc]-TRZ-MTX-HSA), for the diagnosis of breast cancer. In this context, HSA and MTX-HSA nanoparticles were prepared. Conjugation of MTX-HSA nanoparticles with TRZ was performed using adsorption and covalent bonding methods. The prepared formulations were evaluated for particle size, PDI value, zeta (ζ) potential, scanning electron microscopy analysis, encapsulation efficiency, and loading capacity and cytotoxicity on MCF-7, 4T1, and MCF-10A cells. Finally, the nanoparticles were radiolabeled with [99mTc]Tc using the direct radiolabeling method, and cellular uptake was performed with the nano-radiopharmaceutical. The results showed the formation of spherical nanoparticles, with a particle size of 224.1 ± 2.46 nm, a PDI value of 0.09 ± 0.07, and a ζ potential value of -16.4 ± 0.53 mV. The encapsulation efficiency of MTX was found to be 32.46 ± 1.12%, and the amount of TRZ was 80.26 ± 1.96%. The labeling with [99mTc]Tc showed a high labeling efficiency (>99%). The cytotoxicity studies showed no effect, and the cellular uptake studies showed 97.54 ± 2.16% uptake in MCF-7 cells at the 120th min and were found to have a 3-fold higher uptake in cancer cells than in healthy cells. In conclusion, [99mTc]Tc-TRZ-MTX-HSA nanoparticles are promising for diagnosing breast cancer and evaluating the response to treatment in breast cancer patients.
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- Meliha Ekinci
- Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Radiopharmacy, Ege University, Bornova, Izmir 35040, Turkey;
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- Department of Biotechnology, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo (EEL/USP), São Paulo 12612-550, Brazil;
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- Laboratory of Nanoradiopharmacy and Synthesis of Novel Radiopharmaceuticals, Nuclear Engineering Institute, Brazilian Nuclear Energy Commission, Rio de Janeiro 21941-906, Brazil;
- Laboratory of Radiopharmacy and Nanoradiopharmaceuticals, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro 23070-200, Brazil
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Radiopharmacy, Ege University, Bornova, Izmir 35040, Turkey;
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Ivanova N, Ermenlieva N, Simeonova L, Kolev I, Slavov I, Karashanova D, Andonova V. Chlorhexidine-Silver Nanoparticle Conjugation Leading to Antimicrobial Synergism but Enhanced Cytotoxicity. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2298. [PMID: 37765267 PMCID: PMC10536778 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15092298] [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: 08/16/2023] [Revised: 09/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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This study explored the potential synergism within chlorhexidine-silver nanoparticle conjugates against Influenza type A, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Candida albicans. Silver nanoparticles (SN) were obtained by the reduction of silver ions with green tea total phenolic extract and conjugated with chlorhexidine (Cx). The particles were characterized by UV-Vis and FTIR spectroscopies, dynamic light scattering, X-ray diffraction, and transmission electron microscopy. A stable negatively charged nano-silver colloid (ζ = -50.01) was obtained with an average hydrodynamic diameter of 92.34 nm. In the presence of chlorhexidine, the spectral data and the shift of the zeta potential to positive values (ζ = +44.59) revealed the successful sorption of the drug onto the silver surface. The conjugates (SN-Cx) demonstrated potentiation in their effects against S. aureus and C. albicans and synergism against E. coli with minimal inhibitory concentrations of SN at 5.5 µg/mL + Cx 8.8 µg/mL. The SN showed excellent virucidal properties, increasing with time, and demonstrated low toxicity. However, the coupling of the cationic chlorhexidine with nano-silver did not reduce its intrinsic cytotoxicity on various cell lines (MDCK, BJ, and A549). The newly synthesized antimicrobial agent exhibited an extended and promising therapeutic spectrum and needs to be further evaluated regarding the designated route of administration in three-dimensional cell models (e.g., nasal, bronchial, dermal, ocular, etc.).
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- Nadezhda Ivanova
- Department of Pharmaceutical Technologies, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Varna, 9000 Varna, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Microbiology and Virology, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Varna, 9000 Varna, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Virology, The Stephan Angeloff Institute of Microbiology, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 26 G. Bonchev Str., 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Varna, 9000 Varna, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Varna, 9000 Varna, Bulgaria;
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- Institute of Optical Materials and Technologies “Acad. Jordan Malinowski”, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Acad. Georgi Bonchev Str., bl. 109, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technologies, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Varna, 9000 Varna, Bulgaria;
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Kaiser KG, Delattre V, Frost VJ, Buck GW, Phu JV, Fernandez TG, Pavel IE. Nanosilver: An Old Antibacterial Agent with Great Promise in the Fight against Antibiotic Resistance. Antibiotics (Basel) 2023; 12:1264. [PMID: 37627684 PMCID: PMC10451389 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics12081264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 07/21/2023] [Accepted: 07/27/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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Antibiotic resistance in bacteria is a major problem worldwide that costs 55 billion USD annually for extended hospitalization, resource utilization, and additional treatment expenditures in the United States. This review examines the roles and forms of silver (e.g., bulk Ag, silver salts (AgNO3), and colloidal Ag) from antiquity to the present, and its eventual incorporation as silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) in numerous antibacterial consumer products and biomedical applications. The AgNP fabrication methods, physicochemical properties, and antibacterial mechanisms in Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial models are covered. The emphasis is on the problematic ESKAPE pathogens and the antibiotic-resistant pathogens of the greatest human health concern according to the World Health Organization. This review delineates the differences between each bacterial model, the role of the physicochemical properties of AgNPs in the interaction with pathogens, and the subsequent damage of AgNPs and Ag+ released by AgNPs on structural cellular components. In closing, the processes of antibiotic resistance attainment and how novel AgNP-antibiotic conjugates may synergistically reduce the growth of antibiotic-resistant pathogens are presented in light of promising examples, where antibiotic efficacy alone is decreased.
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- Kyra G. Kaiser
- Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA; (K.G.K.); (V.D.); (G.W.B.)
- Department of Life Sciences, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA
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- Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA; (K.G.K.); (V.D.); (G.W.B.)
- Department of Life Sciences, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, Physics, Geology and the Environment, Winthrop University, 701 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29733, USA; (V.J.F.); (J.V.P.)
- Department of Biology, Winthrop University, 701 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29733, USA
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- Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA; (K.G.K.); (V.D.); (G.W.B.)
- Department of Life Sciences, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, Physics, Geology and the Environment, Winthrop University, 701 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29733, USA; (V.J.F.); (J.V.P.)
- Department of Biology, Winthrop University, 701 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29733, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, Physics, Geology and the Environment, Winthrop University, 701 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29733, USA; (V.J.F.); (J.V.P.)
- Department of Biology, Winthrop University, 701 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29733, USA
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- Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA; (K.G.K.); (V.D.); (G.W.B.)
- Department of Life Sciences, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA
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Shumi G, Demissie TB, Eswaramoorthy R, Bogale RF, Kenasa G, Desalegn T. Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Functionalized with Histidine and Phenylalanine Amino Acids for Potential Antioxidant and Antibacterial Activities. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:24371-24386. [PMID: 37457474 PMCID: PMC10339392 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c01910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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Due to biochemically active secondary metabolites that assist in the reduction, stabilization, and capping of nanoparticles, plant-mediated nanoparticle synthesis is becoming more and more popular. This is because it allows for ecologically friendly, feasible, sustainable, and cost-effective green synthesis techniques. This study describes the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) functionalized with histidine and phenylalanine using the Lippia abyssinica (locally called koseret) plant leaf extract. The functionalization with amino acids was meant to enhance the biological activities of the AgNPs. The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized using UV-Visible absorption (UV-Vis), powder X-ray diffraction (pXRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. The surface plasmonic resonance (SPR) peak at about 433 nm confirmed the biosynthesis of the AgNPs. FTIR spectra also revealed that the phytochemicals in the plant extract were responsible for the capping of the biogenically synthesized AgNPs. On the other hand, the TEM micrograph revealed that the morphology of AgNP-His had diameters ranging from 5 to 14 nm. The antibacterial activities of the synthesized nanoparticles against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria showed a growth inhibition of 8.67 ± 1.25 and 11.00 ± 0.82 mm against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, respectively, at a concentration of 62.5 μg/mL AgNP-His. Moreover, the nanoparticle has an antioxidant activity potential of 63.76 ± 1.25% at 250 μg/mL. The results showed that the green-synthesized AgNPs possess promising antioxidant and antibacterial activities with the potential for biological applications.
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- Gemechu Shumi
- Department
of Applied Chemistry, School of Natural Science, Adama Science and Technology University, Adama 1888, Ethiopia
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Botswana, P/bag UB 00704, Gaborone, Botswana
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- Department
of Applied Chemistry, School of Natural Science, Adama Science and Technology University, Adama 1888, Ethiopia
- Department
of Biomaterials, Saveetha Dental College, and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences,
Saveetha University, Chennai 600 077, India
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- Department
of Chemistry, College of Natural and Computational Science, Wollega University, Nekemte 395, Ethiopia
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- Department
of Biology, College of Natural and Computational Science, Wollega University, Nekemte 395, Ethiopia
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- Department
of Applied Chemistry, School of Natural Science, Adama Science and Technology University, Adama 1888, Ethiopia
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Upadhyay K, Tamrakar RK, Thomas S, Kumar M. Surface functionalized nanoparticles: A boon to biomedical science. Chem Biol Interact 2023; 380:110537. [PMID: 37182689 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2023.110537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2023] [Revised: 04/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
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The rapid development of nanomedicine has increased the likelihood that manufactured nanoparticles will one day come into contact with people and the environment. A variety of academic fields, including engineering and the health sciences, have taken a keen interest in the development of nanotechnology. Any significant development in nanomaterial-based applications would depend on the production of functionalized nanoparticles, which are believed to have the potential to be used in fields like pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences. The functionalization of nanoparticles with particular recognition chemical moieties does result in multifunctional nanoparticles with greater efficacy while at the same time minimising adverse effects, according to early clinical studies. This is because of traits like aggressive cellular uptake and focused localization in tumours. To advance this field of inquiry, chemical procedures must be developed that reliably attach chemical moieties to nanoparticles. The structure-function relationship of these functionalized nanoparticles has been extensively studied as a result of the discovery of several chemical processes for the synthesis of functionalized nanoparticles specifically for drug delivery, cancer therapy, diagnostics, tissue engineering, and molecular biology. Because of the growing understanding of how to functionalize nanoparticles and the continued work of innovative scientists to expand this technology, it is anticipated that functionalized nanoparticles will play an important role in the aforementioned domains. As a result, the goal of this study is to familiarise readers with nanoparticles, to explain functionalization techniques that have already been developed, and to examine potential applications for nanoparticles in the biomedical sciences. This review's information is essential for the safe and broad use of functionalized nanoparticles, particularly in the biomedical sector.
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- Kanchan Upadhyay
- Department of Applied Physics, Bhilai Institute of Technology (Seth Balkrishan Memorial), Near Bhilai House, Durg, C.G, 491001, India.
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- Department of Applied Physics, Bhilai Institute of Technology (Seth Balkrishan Memorial), Near Bhilai House, Durg, C.G, 491001, India
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- School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottyam, Kerla, 686560, India
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Bhilai Institute of Technology (Seth Balkrishan Memorial), Near Bhilai Power House, Durg, 49100, Chhattisgarh, India
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Jiang H, Chen X, Cui D, Lu K, Kong X, Zhang X. Systematic Investigation on Supported Gold Catalysts Prepared by Fluorine-Free Basic Etching Ti 3AlC 2 in Selective Oxidation of Aromatic Alcohols to Aldehydes. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:3139. [PMID: 37109976 PMCID: PMC10143880 DOI: 10.3390/ma16083139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2023] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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Conventional methods to prepare supported metal catalysts are chemical reduction and wet impregnation. This study developed and systematically investigated a novel reduction method based on simultaneous Ti3AlC2 fluorine-free etching and metal deposition to prepare gold catalysts. The new series of Aupre/Ti3AlxC2Ty catalysts were characterized by XRD, XPS, TEM, and SEM and were tested in the selective oxidation of representative aromatic alcohols to aldehydes. The catalytic results demonstrate the effectiveness of the preparation method and better catalytic performances of Aupre/Ti3AlxC2Ty, compared with those of catalysts prepared by traditional methods. Moreover, this work presents a comprehensive study on the influence of calcination in air, H2, and Ar, and we found that the catalyst of Aupre/Ti3AlxC2Ty-Air600 obtained by calcination in air at 600 °C performed the best, owing to the synergistic effect between tiny surface TiO2 species and Au NPs. The tests of reusability and hot filtration confirmed the catalyst stability.
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Muneer R, Hashmet MR, Pourafshary P, Shakeel M. Unlocking the Power of Artificial Intelligence: Accurate Zeta Potential Prediction Using Machine Learning. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:1209. [PMID: 37049303 PMCID: PMC10096557 DOI: 10.3390/nano13071209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Revised: 03/16/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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Nanoparticles have gained significance in modern science due to their unique characteristics and diverse applications in various fields. Zeta potential is critical in assessing the stability of nanofluids and colloidal systems but measuring it can be time-consuming and challenging. The current research proposes the use of cutting-edge machine learning techniques, including multiple regression analyses (MRAs), support vector machines (SVM), and artificial neural networks (ANNs), to simulate the zeta potential of silica nanofluids and colloidal systems, while accounting for affecting parameters such as nanoparticle size, concentration, pH, temperature, brine salinity, monovalent ion type, and the presence of sand, limestone, or nano-sized fine particles. Zeta potential data from different literature sources were used to develop and train the models using machine learning techniques. Performance indicators were employed to evaluate the models' predictive capabilities. The correlation coefficient (r) for the ANN, SVM, and MRA models was found to be 0.982, 0.997, and 0.68, respectively. The mean absolute percentage error for the ANN model was 5%, whereas, for the MRA and SVM models, it was greater than 25%. ANN models were more accurate than SVM and MRA models at predicting zeta potential, and the trained ANN model achieved an accuracy of over 97% in zeta potential predictions. ANN models are more accurate and faster at predicting zeta potential than conventional methods. The model developed in this research is the first ever to predict the zeta potential of silica nanofluids, dispersed kaolinite, sand-brine system, and coal dispersions considering several influencing parameters. This approach eliminates the need for time-consuming experimentation and provides a highly accurate and rapid prediction method with broad applications across different fields.
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- Rizwan Muneer
- School of Mining and Geosciences, Nazarbayev University, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan
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- Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain 15551, United Arab Emirates
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- School of Mining and Geosciences, Nazarbayev University, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan
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- School of Mining and Geosciences, Nazarbayev University, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan
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Exploring RAB11A Pathway to Hinder Chronic Myeloid Leukemia-Induced Angiogenesis In Vivo. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:pharmaceutics15030742. [PMID: 36986603 PMCID: PMC10056245 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15030742] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2023] [Revised: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 02/25/2023] Open
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Neoangiogenesis is generally correlated with poor prognosis, due to the promotion of cancer cell growth, invasion and metastasis. The progression of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is frequently associated with an increased vascular density in bone marrow. From a molecular point of view, the small GTP-binding protein Rab11a, involved in the endosomal slow recycling pathway, has been shown to play a crucial role for the neoangiogenic process at the bone marrow of CML patients, by controlling the secretion of exosomes by CML cells, and by regulating the recycling of vascular endothelial factor receptors. The angiogenic potential of exosomes secreted by the CML cell line K562 has been previously observed using the chorioallantoic membrane (CAM) model. Herein, gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) were functionalized with an anti-RAB11A oligonucleotide (AuNP@RAB11A) to downregulate RAB11A mRNA in K562 cell line which showed a 40% silencing of the mRNA after 6 h and 14% silencing of the protein after 12 h. Then, using the in vivo CAM model, these exosomes secreted by AuNP@RAB11A incubated K562 did not present the angiogenic potential of those secreted from untreated K562 cells. These results demonstrate the relevance of Rab11 for the neoangiogenesis mediated by tumor exosomes, whose deleterious effect may be counteracted via targeted silencing of these crucial genes; thus, decreasing the number of pro-tumoral exosomes at the tumor microenvironment.
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Fragou F, Theofanous A, Deligiannakis Y, Louloudi M. Nanoantioxidant Materials: Nanoengineering Inspired by Nature. MICROMACHINES 2023; 14:383. [PMID: 36838085 PMCID: PMC9963756 DOI: 10.3390/mi14020383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Revised: 01/14/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Oxidants are very active compounds that can cause damage to biological systems under specific environmental conditions. One effective way to counterbalance these adverse effects is the use of anti-oxidants. At low concentrations, an antioxidant is defined as a compound that can delay, control, or prevent an oxidative process. Antioxidants exist in plants, soil, and minerals; therefore, nature is a rich source of natural antioxidants, such as tocopherols and polyphenols. In nature, antioxidants perform in tandem with their bio-environment, which may tune their activity and protect them from degradation. In vitro use of antioxidants, i.e., out of their biomatrix, may encounter several drawbacks, such as auto-oxidation and polymerization. Artificial nanoantioxidants can be developed via surface modification of a nanoparticle with an antioxidant that can be either natural or synthetic, directly mimicking a natural antioxidant system. In this direction, state-of-the-art nanotechnology has been extensively incorporated to overcome inherent drawbacks encountered in vitro use of antioxidants, i.e., out of their biomatrix, and facilitate the production and use of antioxidants on a larger scale. Biomimetic nanoengineering has been adopted to optimize bio-medical antioxidant systems to improve stability, control release, enhance targeted administration, and overcome toxicity and biocompatibility issues. Focusing on biotechnological sciences, this review highlights the importance of nanoengineering in developing effective antioxidant structures and comparing the effectiveness of different nanoengineering methods. Additionally, this study gathers and clarifies the different antioxidant mechanisms reported in the literature and provides a clear picture of the existing evaluation methods, which can provide vital insights into bio-medical applications.
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- Fotini Fragou
- Laboratory of Biomimetic Catalysis & Hybrid Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Ioannina, GR-45110 Ioannina, Greece
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- Laboratory of Biomimetic Catalysis & Hybrid Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Ioannina, GR-45110 Ioannina, Greece
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- Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Materials & Environment, Department of Physics, University of Ioannina, GR-45110 Ioannina, Greece
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- Laboratory of Biomimetic Catalysis & Hybrid Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Ioannina, GR-45110 Ioannina, Greece
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Crintea A, Carpa R, Mitre AO, Petho RI, Chelaru VF, Nădășan SM, Neamti L, Dutu AG. Nanotechnology Involved in Treating Urinary Tract Infections: An Overview. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:555. [PMID: 36770516 PMCID: PMC9919202 DOI: 10.3390/nano13030555] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Revised: 01/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Considered as the most frequent contaminations that do not require hospitalization, urinary tract infections (UTIs) are largely known to cause significant personal burdens on patients. Although UTIs overall are highly preventable health issues, the recourse to antibiotics as drug treatments for these infections is a worryingly spread approach that should be addressed and gradually overcome in a contemporary, modernized healthcare system. With a virtually alarming global rise of antibiotic resistance overall, nanotechnologies may prove to be the much-needed 'lifebuoy' that will eventually suppress this prejudicial phenomenon. This review aims to present the most promising, currently known nano-solutions, with glimpses on clinical and epidemiological aspects of the UTIs, prospective diagnostic instruments, and non-antibiotic treatments, all of these engulfed in a comprehensive overview.
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- Andreea Crintea
- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Biology and Geology, Babes-Bolyai University, 400084 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Pathophysiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Skłodowski K, Chmielewska-Deptuła SJ, Piktel E, Wolak P, Wollny T, Bucki R. Metallic Nanosystems in the Development of Antimicrobial Strategies with High Antimicrobial Activity and High Biocompatibility. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:2104. [PMID: 36768426 PMCID: PMC9917064 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24032104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2022] [Revised: 01/12/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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Antimicrobial resistance is a major and growing global problem and new approaches to combat infections caused by antibiotic resistant bacterial strains are needed. In recent years, increasing attention has been paid to nanomedicine, which has great potential in the development of controlled systems for delivering drugs to specific sites and targeting specific cells, such as pathogenic microbes. There is continued interest in metallic nanoparticles and nanosystems based on metallic nanoparticles containing antimicrobial agents attached to their surface (core shell nanosystems), which offer unique properties, such as the ability to overcome microbial resistance, enhancing antimicrobial activity against both planktonic and biofilm embedded microorganisms, reducing cell toxicity and the possibility of reducing the dosage of antimicrobials. The current review presents the synergistic interactions within metallic nanoparticles by functionalizing their surface with appropriate agents, defining the core structure of metallic nanoparticles and their use in combination therapy to fight infections. Various approaches to modulate the biocompatibility of metallic nanoparticles to control their toxicity in future medical applications are also discussed, as well as their ability to induce resistance and their effects on the host microbiome.
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- Karol Skłodowski
- Department of Medical Microbiology and Nanobiomedical Engineering, Medical University of Bialystok, 15-222 Bialystok, Poland
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- Independent Laboratory of Nanomedicine, Medical University of Bialystok, 15-222 Bialystok, Poland
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- Institute of Medical Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University of Kielce, IX Wieków Kielce 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
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- Holy Cross Oncology Center of Kielce, Artwińskiego 3, 25-734 Kielce, Poland
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- Department of Medical Microbiology and Nanobiomedical Engineering, Medical University of Bialystok, 15-222 Bialystok, Poland
- Institute of Medical Science, Collegium Medicum, Jan Kochanowski University of Kielce, IX Wieków Kielce 19A, 25-317 Kielce, Poland
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Li D, Son Y, Jang M, Wang S, Zhu W. Nanoparticle Based Cardiac Specific Drug Delivery. BIOLOGY 2023; 12:biology12010082. [PMID: 36671774 PMCID: PMC9856055 DOI: 10.3390/biology12010082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2022] [Revised: 01/02/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Heart failure secondary to myocardial injuries is a leading cause of death worldwide. Recently, a growing number of novel therapies have emerged for injured myocardium repairment. However, delivering therapeutic agents specifically to the injured heart remains a significant challenge. Nanoparticles are the most commonly used vehicles for targeted drug delivery. Various nanoparticles have been synthesized to deliver drugs and other therapeutic molecules to the injured heart via passive or active targeting approaches, and their targeting specificity and therapeutic efficacies have been investigated. Here, we summarized nanoparticle-based, cardiac-specific drug delivery systems, their potency for treating heart diseases, and the mechanisms underlying these cardiac-targeting strategies. We also discussed the clinical studies that have employed nanoparticle-based cardiac-specific drug delivery.
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- Dong Li
- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Physiology and Biomedical Engineering, Center for Regenerative Medicine, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ 85259, USA
- Department of Cardiology, Dongfang Hospital, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100078, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Physiology and Biomedical Engineering, Center for Regenerative Medicine, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ 85259, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Physiology and Biomedical Engineering, Center for Regenerative Medicine, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ 85259, USA
- Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85281, USA
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- College of Health Solutions, Arizona State University, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
- Correspondence: (S.W.); (W.Z.)
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Physiology and Biomedical Engineering, Center for Regenerative Medicine, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ 85259, USA
- Correspondence: (S.W.); (W.Z.)
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Negrescu AM, Killian MS, Raghu SNV, Schmuki P, Mazare A, Cimpean A. Metal Oxide Nanoparticles: Review of Synthesis, Characterization and Biological Effects. J Funct Biomater 2022; 13:jfb13040274. [PMID: 36547533 PMCID: PMC9780975 DOI: 10.3390/jfb13040274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2022] [Revised: 11/22/2022] [Accepted: 11/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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In the last few years, the progress made in the field of nanotechnology has allowed researchers to develop and synthesize nanosized materials with unique physicochemical characteristics, suitable for various biomedical applications. Amongst these nanomaterials, metal oxide nanoparticles (MONPs) have gained increasing interest due to their excellent properties, which to a great extent differ from their bulk counterpart. However, despite such positive advantages, a substantial body of literature reports on their cytotoxic effects, which are directly correlated to the nanoparticles' physicochemical properties, therefore, better control over the synthetic parameters will not only lead to favorable surface characteristics but may also increase biocompatibility and consequently lower cytotoxicity. Taking into consideration the enormous biomedical potential of MONPs, the present review will discuss the most recent developments in this field referring mainly to synthesis methods, physical and chemical characterization and biological effects, including the pro-regenerative and antitumor potentials as well as antibacterial activity. Moreover, the last section of the review will tackle the pressing issue of the toxic effects of MONPs on various tissues/organs and cell lines.
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- Andreea Mariana Negrescu
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Biology, University of Bucharest, 91-95 Splaiul Independentei, 050095 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Chemistry and Biology, Chemistry and Structure of Novel Materials, University of Siegen, Paul-Bonatz-Str. 9-11, 57076 Siegen, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry and Biology, Chemistry and Structure of Novel Materials, University of Siegen, Paul-Bonatz-Str. 9-11, 57076 Siegen, Germany
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- Department of Materials Science WW4-LKO, Friedrich-Alexander University, 91058 Erlangen, Germany
- Regional Centre of Advanced Technologies and Materials, Palacky University, Listopadu 50A, 772 07 Olomouc, Czech Republic
- Chemistry Department, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 80203, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Materials Science WW4-LKO, Friedrich-Alexander University, 91058 Erlangen, Germany
- Advanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), National University Corporation Tohoku University (TU), Sendai 980-8577, Japan
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Biology, University of Bucharest, 91-95 Splaiul Independentei, 050095 Bucharest, Romania
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Sarkar MM, Pradhan N, Subba R, Saha P, Roy S. Sugar-terminated carbon-nanodots stimulate osmolyte accumulation and ROS detoxification for the alleviation of salinity stress in Vigna radiata. Sci Rep 2022; 12:17567. [PMID: 36266315 PMCID: PMC9585090 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-22241-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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In recent times, nanotechnology has emerged as an efficient tool to manage the adverse effect of environmental stresses on plants. In this connection, carbon-nanodots (CNDs) have been reported to ameliorate the negative impacts of salinity stress. Further, surface modification of CNDs is believed to augment their stress-alleviating potential, however, very little has been known about the potential of surface-functionalized CNDs. In this purview, two sugar (trehalose and glucose) terminated CNDs (CNPT and CNPG) have been synthesized and assessed for their stress-alleviating effects on Vigna radiata (a salt-sensitive legume) seedlings subjected to different concentrations of NaCl (0, 50, and 100 mM). The synthesized CNDs (CNPT and CNPG) exhibited a hydrodynamic size of 20-40 nm and zeta potential of up to - 22 mV with a 5-10 nm core. These water-soluble nanomaterials exhibited characteristic fluorescence emission properties viz. orange and greenish-yellow for CNPT and CNPG respectively. The successful functionalization of the sugar molecules on the CND cores was further confirmed using FTIR, XRD, and AFM. The results indicated that the application of both the CNDs improved seed germination, growth, pigment content, ionic and osmotic balance, and most importantly, the antioxidant defense which decreased ROS accumulation. At the same time, CNPT and CNPG exhibited no toxicity in the Allium cepa root tip bioassay. Therefore, it can be concluded that sugar-terminated CNDs improved the plant responses to salinity stress by facilitating sugar uptake to the aerial part of the seedlings.
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- Mahima Misti Sarkar
- grid.412222.50000 0001 1188 5260Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Botany, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal 734013 India
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- School of Bioscience, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Midnapore, West Bengal 721101 India
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- grid.412222.50000 0001 1188 5260Microbiology Laboratory, Department of Botany, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal 734013 India
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- grid.412222.50000 0001 1188 5260Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Botany, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal 734013 India
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- grid.412222.50000 0001 1188 5260Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Botany, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal 734013 India
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Magnetic Nanoparticles: Current Advances in Nanomedicine, Drug Delivery and MRI. CHEMISTRY 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/chemistry4030063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) have evolved tremendously during recent years, in part due to the rapid expansion of nanotechnology and to their active magnetic core with a high surface-to-volume ratio, while their surface functionalization opened the door to a plethora of drug, gene and bioactive molecule immobilization. Taming the high reactivity of the magnetic core was achieved by various functionalization techniques, producing MNPs tailored for the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular or neurological disease, tumors and cancer. Superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) are established at the core of drug-delivery systems and could act as efficient agents for MFH (magnetic fluid hyperthermia). Depending on the functionalization molecule and intrinsic morphological features, MNPs now cover a broad scope which the current review aims to overview. Considering the exponential expansion of the field, the current review will be limited to roughly the past three years.
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