Molecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(24), P. 5918 - 5918
Published: Dec. 15, 2024
The
emergence
of
new
psychoactive
substances
(NPS)
in
the
global
drug
market
since
2000s
has
posed
major
challenges
for
regulators
and
law
enforcement
agencies.
Among
these,
synthetic
cathinones
have
gained
prominence
due
to
their
stimulant
effects
on
central
nervous
system,
leading
widespread
recreational
use.
These
compounds,
often
marketed
as
alternatives
illicit
stimulants
such
amphetamines
cocaine,
been
linked
numerous
cases
intoxication,
addiction
death.
structural
diversity
enantiomeric
forms
further
complicate
detection
regulation
pose
forensic
toxicology.
In
addition
toxicological
effects,
research
suggests
that
may
antimicrobial
properties.
Compounds
derived
from
Catha
edulis
(khat),
including
cathinone,
shown
activity
against
multidrug-resistant
bacteria
Staphylococcus
aureus
Escherichia
coli,
highlighting
potential
role
fight
antibiotic
resistance.
This
article
provides
an
overview
chemistry,
pharmacokinetics,
pharmacodynamics,
applications
cathinones.
therapeutic
use
cathinone-derived
compounds
combat
resistance
represents
exciting
frontier
development,
although
is
needed
balance
these
benefits
with
risks.
Applied Organometallic Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
39(4)
Published: March 11, 2025
ABSTRACT
This
study
investigates
the
sustainable
synthesis
and
applications
of
α‐Fe₂O₃@ZnO
nanocomposites
derived
using
Laurus
nobilis
leaf
extract
as
a
natural
reducing
agent,
promoting
eco‐friendly
material
development
for
environmental
remediation.
XRD
analysis
confirmed
formation
nanocomposite
with
crystallite
size
21.48
nm,
while
SEM
revealed
porous
structure
uniformly
distributed
particles
ranging
from
20
to
50
nm.
FTIR
spectroscopy
identified
characteristic
Fe‐O
Zn‐O
bonds,
ensuring
nanocomposite's
purity.
Optical
showed
direct
indirect
bandgap
energies
2.80
1.16
eV,
respectively,
highlighting
its
excellent
optical
properties.
The
demonstrated
remarkable
photocatalytic
efficiency,
achieving
96.3%
degradation
Brilliant
Cresyl
Blue
(BCB)
dye
95.88%
Rose
Bengal
(RB)
within
120
min
under
sunlight
irradiation.
followed
first‐order
kinetics,
rate
constants
0.0241
−1
BCB
0.01875
RB.
exhibited
reusability,
maintaining
93.5%
efficiency
after
five
cycles,
structural
stability
throughout
repeated
use.
These
results
underscore
multifunctional
potential
green‐synthesized
dye‐contaminated
wastewater
treatment,
contributing
technologies.
Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Aug. 9, 2024
Biomimetic
nanoparticles
(BioM
NPs)
are
an
innovative
strategy
for
nanomedicine
(NanoMed)
that
combines
the
advantages
of
artificial
materials
with
biological
functioning
natural
systems.
Ongoing
research
attempts
to
enhance
their
design,
and
stability,
solve
problems
broader
applications
in
medicine
biotechnology.
NanoMed
ideas
intensively
researched
preclinical
because
they
provide
unique
disease
management.
It
has
developed
novel
therapeutic
strategies
combating
viral
infections
increasing
treatment
success
rates.
The
creation
nanocarriers
drug
delivery
systems
is
critical
evolution
NanoMed,
but
there
still
much
learn
about
this
quickly
evolving
field.
To
contribute
existing
knowledge
cover
gaps,
our
present
review
article
will
discuss
state-of-the-art
BioM
NPs
three
sections.
First,
methods
NP
production
synergistic
interactions
human
cells,
tissues,
organs,
organ
be
discussed.
Followed
by
a
discussion
several
NanoMeds
(wound
healing,
targeted
delivery,
theranostics,
cancer
therapy,
bone
formation
and/or
regeneration),
concluding
application
NPs,
challenges
associated
these
applications,
prospects.
