Zinc
oxide
nanoparticles
(diameters
30
±
10
nm,
ZnO
NPs)
is
used
in
a
variety
of
applications,
such
as
batteries,
plastics,
ceramics,
cosmetics,
flame
retardants
and
food.
However,
the
potential
influence
risk
NPs
on
aquatic
ecosystems
are
not
fully
clearly.
In
this
study,
effect
dietary
supplementation
hepatotoxicity
rare
minnow
was
investigated.
Three
hundred
minnows
were
fed
with
diets
containing
0
mg/kg,
20
mg/kg
60
for
d.
And
then,
fishes
randomly
subjected
to
assess
at
an
interval
every
15
days.
The
histological
data
showed
that
severely
damage
liver
tissues,
following
cytoplasmic
vacuolization,
irregular
missing
nuclei.
Additionally,
accumulated
zinc
level
supplement
groups
significantly
higher
controls
(P
<
0.05).
As
feed
supplements,
also
reduced
body
weight
HSI
minnow.
enzyme
activity
results
demonstrated
elevated
levels
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS),
total
cholesterol
(T-CHO),
triglyceride
(TG),
acetyl
Coa
carboxylase
(ACC),
fatty
acid
synthase
(FAS)
antioxidant
enzymes
observed
groups.
Further
investigation
found
accumulation
tissues
up-regulated
expression
genes
related
(mn-sod,
cat
nf-κb),
pro-apoptotic
(bax)
lipogenesis
(gpat3,
dgat1a
dgat1b),
down-regulated
lipid
catabolism
(cpt1
tpi1).
indicated
caused
induced
by
via
ROS-mediated
activation
oxidative
stress,
apoptosis,
inhibition
peroxidation.
Overall,
our
analysis
suggested
may
pose
serious
threat
animals,
even
ecosystem.
ACS Applied Nano Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
8(16), P. 7911 - 7919
Published: April 11, 2025
Photonic
band
gap-based
sensors
can
detect
small
variations
in
the
refractive
index
of
surrounding
media,
facilitating
precise
detection
changes
their
environment.
In
this
proof-of-concept
study,
we
demonstrate
that
biosilica
produced
by
single-cell
microalgae
called
diatoms
work
as
a
photonic
crystal
slab
sensor.
We
exploited
pseudo
bandgap
(pseudo-PBG)
highly
periodic
nanoscale
morphology
to
presence
relevant
chemical
elements
solutions.
pseudo-PBG
natural
system
be
calibrated
for
environment
using
standard
liquids.
Subsequently,
platform
enables
minute
variations,
accurate
second
decimal
place,
caused
concentration
induced
analytes,
such
magnesium
chloride
and
d-glucose.
This
underscores
potential
nanostructured
an
advanced
sensing.
addition,
show
it
is
possible
customize
working
spectral
region
surface
functionalization
titanium
dioxide
nanoparticles
modify
effective
therefore
change
properties
pseudo-PBG.
The
results
highlight
precision
natural,
biogenic
nanomaterial
propose
sustainable
alternatives
developing
nanomaterials
tailored
sensing
applications
beyond.
Aquaculture Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36, P. 102091 - 102091
Published: April 17, 2024
Increasing
utilization
of
titanium
dioxide
nanoparticles
(TiO2-NPs),
with
a
wide
range
applications,
has
resulted
in
the
increased
release
material
into
environment.
In
this
study,
we
combined
Illumina
short-line
RNA
sequencing
(RNA-Seq)
and
PacBio
Iso-sequencing
methods
to
obtain
transcriptome
Acipenser
schrenckii
livers
treated
5.27
(TH),
0.527
(TM),
0.0527
mg/L
(TL)
TiO2-NPs
for
14
days
elucidate
mechanisms
underlying
effects
on
sturgeons.
total,
39.67G
subread
bases
31092
de-redundant
transcripts
(8929
unigenes)
were
obtained
from
A.
livers,
mean
length
2289
bp.
Moreover,
293
differentially
expressed
genes
(DEGs)
related
TiO2-NP
stress
identified
using
DESeq;
175,
174,
62
DEGs
TH
vs.
TC,
TM
TL
TC
groups.
The
Kyoto
Encyclopedia
Genes
Genomes
pathways
immunity
(neuroactive
ligand-receptor
interaction,
rheumatoid
arthritis,
NF-kappa
B
signaling
pathway,
graft-versus-host
disease)
significantly
altered
by
exposure,
expression
interleukin-8,
possible
biomarker
environmental
pollution,
was
upregulated.
alpha-linolenic
acid
metabolism,
glycerolipid
arachidonic
metabolism
associated
defense
against
oxidative
also
influenced
exposure.
activity
carboxyl
ester
lipase
involved
rapidly
downregulated
groups
which
may
play
major
role
regulation.
patterns
eight
selected
generally
consistent
quantitative
real-time
PCR
analysis
results.
ChemCatChem,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(22)
Published: Aug. 9, 2024
Abstract
Titanium
dioxide
nanoparticles
(TiO
2
NPs)
are
widely
manufactured
semiconductors,
but
their
release
into
aquatic
environments
poses
significant
threats
to
ecosystems
and
human
health.
The
environmental
hazard
associated
with
TiO
NPs
in
surface
water
primarily
results
from
photocatalytic
activity,
which
generates
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS).
Addressing
this
challenge
is
crucial
for
ensuring
the
safe
utilization
of
preserving
environment.
In
study,
we
developed
a
novel
plasmonic
membrane
comprising
titanate
nanowires
(TiNWs)
functionalized
silica‐coated
gold
nanostars
(AuNSts)
probe,
situ,
capture
measurement
activity
complex
media
such
as
seawater.
This
method
represents
unique
precise
approach
real‐time
monitoring
presence
NPs,
thereby
laying
foundation
establishing
an
risk
parameter
these
particles.
Environmental Pollution,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
360, P. 124665 - 124665
Published: Aug. 6, 2024
The
biological
response
to
nanomaterials
exposure
depends
on
their
properties,
route
of
exposure,
or
model
organism.
Titanium
dioxide
nanoparticles
(TiO2
NPs)
are
among
the
most
used
nanomaterials;
however,
concerns
related
oxidative
stress
and
metabolic
effects
resulting
from
ingestion
rising.
Therefore,
in
present
work,
we
addressed
citrate-coated
45
nm
TiO2
NPs
combining
bioaccumulation,
tissue
ultrastructure,
proteomics
approaches
gilthead
seabream,
Sparus
aurata
Japanese
carpet
shell,
Ruditapes
philippinarum.
was
exposed
through
artificially
contaminated
feeds,
while
R.
philippinarum
using
NPs-doped
microalgae
solutions.
accumulation
titanium
fish
liver
is
associated
with
alterations
hepatic
structure,
alteration
expression
proteins
lipid
fatty
acid
metabolism,
breakdown
for
energy,
transport,
homeostasis.
While
cellular
structure
were
less
affected
than
atypical
gill
cilia
microvilli
metabolic-related
also
observed
bivalve.
Overall,
feeding
appear
stem
various
interactions
cells,
involving
key
proteins,
changes
cell
membranes,
structures,
organelles.
possible
appearance
disorders
environmental
risks
aquatic
organisms
posed
by
deserve
further
study.
Journal of Vaccines and Immunology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
9(1), P. 024 - 029
Published: Aug. 9, 2023
The
compromised
function
and
environment
of
the
immune
system
in
individuals
with
cancer
create
a
scenario
which
fails
to
effectively
identify
eliminate
cells.
As
result,
tumors
can
thrive
avoid
detection
by
system,
leading
progression
disease.
Gaining
comprehensive
understanding
these
immune-related
challenges
is
essential
for
development
effective
treatments,
including
immunotherapies,
aim
enhance
response
against
cancer.
In
addition
conventional
dietary
interventions
have
shown
potential
supporting
patients
improving
their
through
nutritional
support,
influencing
gut
microbiome,
boosting
other
means.
It
crucial
note
that
should
be
tailored
each
individual
patient,
considering
specific
requirements,
preferences,
tolerances.
This
review
seeks
underscore
significance
implementing
well-adapted
appropriate
approaches
anticancer
immunity
patients.