ChemistrySelect,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9(31)
Published: Aug. 14, 2024
Abstract
Organic–inorganic
composite
antibacterial
materials
based
on
AgPc/Ag
and
aminosilane‐modified
silicate
(Ormosil)
were
prepared
by
sol‐gel
processes
an
in
situ
reduction
method.
The
physical
chemical
properties
of
AgPc,
Pc‐Ormosil
AgPc‐Ormosil/Ag
composites
analyzed
SEM,
XRD,
NMR
XPS
spectroscopy.
As
a
result,
Ag
nanoparticles
bonded
chelated
matrix.
morphology
analysis
SEM
showed
that
the
AgNPs
matrix
spherical
uniformly
distributed,
with
size
about
5–10
nm.
These
results
indicated
coordinated
Pc
(N−Ag−N)
Ormosil
(−CH
2
NH…Ag)
to
form
composite.
effects
Gram‐negative
Pseudomonas
aeruginosa
Escherichia
coli
,
Gram‐positive
Staphylococcus
aureus
Bacillus
subtilis
evaluated
inhibiting
ring,
minimum
inhibitory
concentration
(MIC),
bactericidal
(MBC)
plate
counting.
MIC/MBC
values
Pc‐Ormosil,
AgPc‐Ormosil/Ag‐2.5,
AgPc‐Ormosil/Ag‐5
AgPc‐Ormosil/Ag‐10
against
bacteria
11.0/>11.0,
1.10/1.10,
0.11/0.11
0.011/0.011,
respectively,
indicating
excellent
properties.
Nanomaterials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(1), P. 66 - 66
Published: Jan. 3, 2025
Lead
(Pb)
is
a
highly
toxic
heavy
metal
that
causes
significant
health
hazards
and
environmental
damage.
Thus,
the
detection
removal
of
Pb2+
ions
in
freshwater
sources
are
imperative
for
safeguarding
public
environment.
Moreover,
transformation
single
resources
into
multiple
high-value
products
vital
achieving
sustainable
development
goals
(SDGs).
In
this
regard,
present
work
focused
on
preparation
two
efficient
materials,
i.e.,
biochar
(R-BC)
carbon
dots
(R-CDs)
from
resource
(rice
straw),
via
novel
approach
by
using
extraction
hydrothermal
process.
The
various
microscopic
spectroscopy
techniques
confirmed
formation
porous
structure
spherical
morphology
R-BC
R-CDs,
respectively.
FTIR
analysis
presence
hydroxyl
(–OH),
carboxyl
(–COO)
amine
(N–H)
groups
R-CDs’
surface.
obtained
blue
luminescent
R-CDs
were
employed
as
chemosensors
ions.
sensor
exhibited
strong
linear
correlation
over
concentration
range
1
µM
to
100
µM,
with
limit
(LOD)
0.11
µM.
Furthermore,
BET
indicated
surface
area
1.71
m2/g
monolayer
volume
0.0081
cm3/g,
supporting
its
adsorption
potential
Pb2+.
showed
excellent
efficiency
77.61%.
process
followed
Langmuir
isotherm
model
second-order
kinetics.
Therefore,
dual
use
rice
straw-derived
provides
cost-effective,
environmentally
friendly
solution
remediation
accomplish
SDGs.
Molecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(6), P. 1250 - 1250
Published: March 12, 2024
This
study
describes
a
simple,
cost-effective,
and
eco-friendly
method
for
synthesizing
silver
nanoparticles
using
rosmarinic
acid
extract
from
Perilla
frutescens
(PFRAE)
as
the
bioreduction
agent.
The
resulting
nanoparticles,
called
PFRAE-AgNPs,
were
characterized
various
analytical
techniques.
UV–Vis
spectrum
confirmed
formation
of
FTIR
indicated
participation
in
their
synthesis
stabilization.
XRD
pattern
revealed
crystal
structure
TEM
analysis
showed
spherical
morphology
with
sizes
ranging
between
20
80
nm.
DLS
that
PFRAE-AgNPs
monodispersed
an
average
diameter
44.0
±
3.2
nm,
high
negative
zeta
potential
(−19.65
mV)
stability.
In
antibacterial
assays,
potent
activity
against
both
Gram-positive
(Bacillus
subtilis
Staphylococcus
aureus)
Gram-negative
(Escherichia
coli
Pseudomonas
aeruginosa)
bacterial
pathogens,
suggesting
they
could
be
used
agent
clinical
setting.
Moreover,
antioxidant
DPPH
ABTS
radical
scavengers
highlights
treatment
oxidative
stress-related
diseases.
also
demonstrated
significant
anticancer
range
cell
lines
including
human
colon
cancer
(COLO205),
prostate
carcinoma
(PC-3),
lung
adenocarcinoma
(A549),
ovarian
(SKOV3)
therapy.
may
have
drug
delivery,
small
size
stability
enable
them
to
cross
biological
barriers
deliver
drugs
specific
target
sites.
addition
aforementioned
properties,
found
biocompatible
towards
normal
(CHO)
cells,
which
is
crucial
characteristic
application
therapy
delivery
systems.
Their
antibacterial,
antioxidant,
properties
make
promising
candidates
development
new
therapeutic
agents.
Furthermore,
size,
stability,
biocompatibility
systems
enhance
efficacy
reduce
side
effects.
Heliyon,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(10), P. e31508 - e31508
Published: May 1, 2024
Asia
has
a
rich
history
of
cultivating
sweet
cherries,
practice
that
been
carried
out
since
ancient
times.
However,
the
effective
management
Alternaria
disease
in
cherry
crops
presented
formidable
challenge,
resulting
notable
decreases
yield.
Various
attempts
have
made
to
employ
both
chemical
and
biological
treatments;
however,
their
effectiveness
restricted.
In
order
tackle
this
problem,
an
investigation
was
out,
with
primary
objective
isolating
identifying
iScience,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
28(3), P. 111944 - 111944
Published: Feb. 4, 2025
Membrane
technology,
through
innovative
approaches
such
as
nanocomposite
membranes,
membrane
bioreactors,
and
electrocatalytic
reactors,
offers
a
synergistic
platform
for
pathogen
removal.
This
review
examines
recent
advancements
in
modifications
aimed
at
optimizing
virus
removal
efficiency.
It
outlines
various
mechanisms
employed
these
innovations,
including
size
exclusion,
electronic
interactions,
hydrophobic
hydrophilic
inactivation.
By
systematically
discussing
the
intrinsic
properties
of
viruses
that
affect
their
interactions
with
highlights
potential
advanced
functional
materials
tailored
to
specific
processes.
Emphasis
is
placed
on
necessity
adjusting
pore
sizes
enhancing
other
physical
chemical
(e.g.,
electrochemical
oxidation
performance)
improve
efficacy.
Overall,
this
comprehensively
assesses
technologies,
comparing
effectiveness
providing
theoretical
insights
practical
guidance
utilizing
safeguard
water
against
viral
contaminants.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
24(21), P. 15934 - 15934
Published: Nov. 3, 2023
The
overuse
and
misuse
of
antibiotics
have
led
to
the
emergence
spread
multidrug-resistant
(MDR),
extensively
drug-resistant
(XDR),
pan-drug-resistant
(PDR)
bacteria
strains,
usually
associated
with
poorer
patient
outcomes
higher
costs.
In
order
preserve
usefulness
these
life-saving
drugs,
it
is
crucial
use
them
appropriately,
as
also
recommended
by
WHO.
Moreover,
innovative,
safe,
more
effective
approaches
are
being
investigated,
aiming
revise
drug
treatments
improve
their
pharmacokinetics
distribution
reduce
onset
resistance.
Globally,
burden
antimicrobial
resistance
(AMR),
guidelines
indications
been
developed
over
time,
aimed
at
narrowing
diminishing
environmental
molecules
optimizing
prescriptions,
dosage,
times
use,
well
investing
resources
into
obtaining
innovative
formulations
better
pharmacokinetics,
pharmacodynamics,
therapeutic
results.
This
has
development
new
nano-formulations
delivery
vehicles,
characterized
unique
structural
properties,
biocompatible
natures,
targeted
activities
such
state-of-the-art
phospholipid
particles
generally
grouped
liposomes,
virosomes,
functionalized
exosomes,
which
represent
an
attractive
approach.
Liposomes
virosomes
chemically
synthesized
carriers
that
utilize
phospholipids
whose
nature
predetermined
based
on
a
long
track
record
systems.
Exosomes
vesicles
naturally
released
cells,
lipids
present
in
cellular
membranes
only,
therefore,
highly
biocompatible,
investigations
system
having
recent
origin.
review
will
summarize
state
art
microvesicle
research,
useful
tools
tackle
threat
antibiotic
E3S Web of Conferences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
509, P. 01017 - 01017
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
The
exceptional
antibacterial
properties
of
silver
nanoparticles
(Ag
NPs)
and
their
prospective
uses
in
different
fields
have
attracted
a
lot
interest
contemporary
times.
chemical
agents
used
the
preparation
Ag
NPs
are
hazardous
to
human
health
environment.
In
contrast
approaches,
green
synthesis
techniques
involve
use
natural
resources,
which
accomplish
principles
chemistry
sustainable
development
goals
(SDGs).
this
regard,
review
article
delves
into
comprehensive
analysis
methods
employed
for
production
utilization
as
diverse
antimicrobial
agents.
addition
exploring
many
production,
attempts
give
thorough
examination
processes
behind
activity
NPs.
This
provides
in-depth
mechanisms
action,
including
rupture
membranes,
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS),
disruption
cellular
functions.
Thus,
explores
recent
insights
approaches
effectively
utilized
Pure and Applied Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
0(0)
Published: June 10, 2024
Abstract
Organic–inorganic
composite
antibacterial
materials
based
on
silver
phthalocyanine-silver
(AgPc/Ag)
and
aminosilane-modified
silicate
(Ormosil)
were
synthesized
by
sol-gel
method
in-situ
reduction
method.
The
objective
of
this
study
was
not
only
the
synthesis
Pc-Ormosil
AgPc-Ormosil/Ag
composites
but
also
investigated
bacteriostatic
ability
modified
fabrics
relationship
between
property
content
non-woven
fabric
discussed.
Moreover,
laundering
durability
AgPc-Ormosil/Ag-treated
examined.
against
Gram-negative
Pseudomonas
aeruginosa
,
Escherichia
coli
Gram-positive
Staphylococcus
aureus
Bacillus
subtilis
confirmed
zone
inhibition
plate-counting
remains
even
after
one
laundry
cycle.