Micromachines,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(1), P. 24 - 24
Published: Dec. 22, 2023
Colloidal
systems
and
their
control
play
an
essential
role
in
daily
human
activities,
but
several
drawbacks
lead
to
avoidance
of
extensive
application
some
more
productive
areas.
Some
roadblocks
are
a
lack
knowledge
regarding
how
influence
address
colloidal
forces,
as
well
practical
devices
understand
these
systems.
This
review
focuses
on
applying
dynamic
light
scattering
(DLS)
powerful
tool
for
monitoring
characterizing
nanoparticle
aggregation
dynamics.
We
started
by
outlining
the
core
ideas
behind
DLS
it
may
be
used
examine
particle
size
distribution
dynamics;
then,
last
section,
we
included
options
chemically
processed
toner.
In
addition,
pinpointed
gaps
difficulties
that
obstruct
use
real-world
situations.
Although
widely
used,
has
limits
when
dealing
with
complicated
systems,
including
combinations
nanoparticles,
high
concentrations,
non-spherical
particles.
discussed
issues
offered
possible
solutions
incorporation
supplementary
characterization
approaches.
Finally,
emphasized
critical
is
close
gap
between
fundamental
studies
translation
into
applications,
recognizing
challenges
science.
Molecules,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
30(4), P. 768 - 768
Published: Feb. 7, 2025
Multidrug-resistant
(MDR)
Escherichia
coli
is
a
major
foodborne
pathogen
posing
critical
threat
to
public
health,
particularly
through
the
contamination
of
animal
products.
The
increasing
prevalence
and
virulence
MDR
E.
strains
underscore
urgent
need
for
alternative
antimicrobial
strategies.
This
study
aimed
synthesize
characterize
zinc
oxide
nanoparticles
(ZnO-NPs)
using
Stevia
rebaudiana
as
sustainable
capping
reducing
agent,
aligning
with
green
chemistry
principles.
Of
120
fish
samples,
74.2%
(89/120)
were
positive
contamination.
Among
identified
strains,
77.8%
(119/153)
classified
MDR.
Resistance
profiling
revealed
22
distinct
patterns,
seven
highly
resistant
virulent
selected
further
analyses.
eco-friendly
auto-combustion
synthesis
ZnO-NPs
produced
semi-spherical
hexagonal
shapes
an
average
size
ranging
from
12
25
nm.
Scanning
Electron
Microscope-Energy
Dispersive
X-ray
analysis
(SEM-EDS)
confirms
that
primarily
consist
(37.5%)
oxygen
(19.9%),
carbon
(42.6%)
indicating
process.
demonstrated
potent,
dose-dependent
antibacterial
antibiofilm
activity
against
strains.
Additionally,
mechanistic
studies
disrupt
bacterial
cell
membranes,
alter
cellular
morphology,
interfere
DNA
integrity.
These
findings
highlight
potential
promising
nanomaterial
enhancing
food
safety
addressing
growing
challenge
bacteria.
Heliyon,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
11(3), P. e41654 - e41654
Published: Jan. 8, 2025
The
importance
of
nanocomposites
constantly
attains
attention
because
their
unique
properties
all
across
the
fields
especially
in
medical
perspectives.
study
green-synthesized
has
grown
to
be
extremely
fascinating
field
research.
Nanocomposites
are
more
promising
than
mono-metallic
nanoparticles
they
exhibit
synergistic
effects.
This
review
encapsulates
current
development
formulation
plant-mediated
by
using
several
plant
species
and
impact
secondary
metabolites
on
biocompatible
functioning.
Phyto-synthesis
produces
diverse
nanomaterials
with
biocompatibility,
environment-friendliness,
vivo
actions,
characterized
varying
sizes,
shapes,
biochemical
nature.
process
is
advantageous
conventional
physical
chemical
procedures.
New
studies
have
been
conducted
determine
biomedical
efficacy
against
various
diseases.
Unfortunately,
there
inadequate
investigation
into
green-assisted
nanocomposites.
Incorporating
phytosynthesized
therapeutic
interventions
not
only
enhances
healing
processes
but
also
augments
host's
immune
defenses
infections.
highlights
phytosynthesis
applications,
including
antibacterial,
antidiabetic,
antiviral,
antioxidant,
antifungal,
anti-cancer,
other
as
well
toxicity.
explores
mechanistic
action
achieve
designated
tasks.
Biogenic
for
multimodal
imaging
potential
exchange
methods
materials
Well-designed
utilized
innovative
theranostic
agents
subsequent
objective
efficiently
diagnosing
treating
a
variety
human
disorders.
Advanced NanoBiomed Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
4(8)
Published: May 31, 2024
Immune
dysregulation
is
a
pivotal
factor
in
the
onset
and
progression
of
various
diseases.
In
cancer,
immune
system's
inability
to
discern
eliminate
abnormal
cells
leads
uncontrolled
tumor
growth.
When
faced
with
resilient
pathogens
or
harmful
toxins,
system
encounters
challenges
clearance
neutralization.
Achieving
delicate
balance
pro‐inflammatory
anti‐inflammatory
signals
essential
managing
range
disorders
Like
other
biomedical
research
domains,
nanotechnology
has
provided
innovative
approaches
for
rebalancing
host
immunity.
Among
plethora
nanotechnology‐based
interventions,
concept
cell
membrane‐coated
nanoparticles
holds
significant
potential
immunomodulatory
applications
owing
their
biomimetic
properties
that
allow
precise
interaction
compromised
system.
This
review
thoroughly
examines
novel
nanosystems
modulation.
The
exploration
covers
crucial
elements,
including
origins
characteristics
membranes,
methods
employed
procurement
coating,
physicochemical/biological
characterization
techniques,
enhancement
therapeutic
efficacy
via
functionalization.
Subsequently,
case
studies‐based
analysis
utilizing
these
bioinspired
tackling
different
conditions
caused
by
disturbance
been
comprehensively
discussed.
International Journal of Thermophysics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
45(4)
Published: March 11, 2024
Abstract
The
present
article
summarizes
experimental
and
theoretical
considerations
required
for
a
proper
use
of
dynamic
light
scattering
(DLS)
the
measurement
transport
properties
fluids.
It
addresses
not
only
recent
advancements
method,
but
also
aims
to
provide
recommendations
researchers
who
intend
apply
technique
in
future.
As
outlined
this
study,
DLS
is
based
on
analysis
scattered
governed
by
microscopic
statistical
or
periodic
fluctuations
that
originate
from
thermal
movement
molecules
and/or
particles
at
macroscopic
thermodynamic
equilibrium.
dynamics
these
hydrodynamic
bulk
fluids
their
phase
boundaries
are
related
underlying
diffusive
processes
and,
thus,
associated
properties,
reflected
time-dependent
correlation
function
intensity.
fundamentals
type
detection,
known
as
photon
spectroscopy
(PCS),
will
be
discussed
contribution
some
more
detail.
emphasized
experiments
need
designed
carefully
accordance
with
theory
order
assign
signals
corresponding
fluctuations.
If
necessary
conditions
fulfilled,
allows
accurate
determination
several
including
kinematic
viscosity,
diffusivity,
mutual
sound
attenuation,
which
may
accessed
together
other
thermophysical
such
speed
surface
interfacial
tension.
In
instances,
simultaneous
possible.
With
exception
expanded
uncertainties
mentioned
down
1
%
can
achieved
various
types
fluid
systems
over
wide
range
states
up
elevated
temperatures
pressures
well
vicinity
critical
points.
This
performance
versatility
documented
study
highlighting
examples
property
research
different
classes
working
relevant
process
energy
technology.
Current Research in Food Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
8, P. 100680 - 100680
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Continuous
fruit
waste
poses
significant
environmental
and
economic
challenges,
necessitating
innovative
coating
technologies.
This
research
focuses
on
harnessing
discarded
orange
peels
to
extract
essential
oil
(OPEO),
which
is
then
integrated
into
a
chitosan/aloe
vera
(CTS/AVG)
matrix.
The
study
comprehensively
characterised
the
in
terms
of
its
physicochemical
properties,
antioxidant
capacity,
antimicrobial
efficacy.
investigation
involved
an
analysis
particle
size
distribution
solutions,
highlighting
changes
induced
by
incorporation
peel
(1
%,
2
%
3
v/w)
(4:1
v/v)
matrix,
including
reduction
enhanced
Brownian
motion.
quantifies
33.21
decrease
water
vapour
transmission
rate
diffusion
coefficient
from
9.26
×
10-11
m
Green Processing and Synthesis,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Abstract
Endophytic
fungus
Penicillium
crustosum
EP-1
was
used
to
create
spherical
shape
magnesium
oxide
nanoparticles
(MgO-NPs).
The
MgO-NPs
possess
a
crystalline
structure
with
sizes
of
8–35
nm.
weight
percentages
Mg
and
O
were
42.44%
30.13%,
respectively,
as
shown
in
energy-dispersive
X-ray
analysis.
In
addition,
analysis
involving
dynamic
light
scattering
indicated
the
uniformity
within
colloidal
solution.
These
NPs
displayed
polydispersity
index
0.341
held
surface
charge
−29.7
mV.
A
field
experimental
carried
out
assess
outcome
foliar
spraying
at
5,
10,
20
ppm
on
growth,
yield,
metabolic
activities
Nigella
sativa
L.
Our
results
that
significantly
enhanced
various
growth
parameters,
including
chlorophyll
content
(both
b),
total
carotenoids,
carbohydrate
protein
levels
both
shoots
seeds,
well
free
proline
concentration,
compared
control
plants
55
75
days
after
planting.
all
yield
traits
markedly
increased.
Moreover,
high-performance
liquid
chromatography
is
employed
for
identification
phenolic
compounds
seeds.
Data
sex
acids,
two
phenols,
five
flavonoids
present
high
concentrations
due
treatment
opposed
untreated
plants.
ChemistrySelect,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9(3)
Published: Jan. 17, 2024
Abstract
This
study
described
a
hyaluronic
acid
(HA)
coated
niosomes
(Nio)
encapsulated
curcumin
(CRM)
(CRM‐HA‐Nio)
to
improve
therapeutic
properties
via
targeted
delivery.
CRM‐HA‐Nio
was
prepared
by
thin
film
hydration
method
and
characterized
dynamic
light
scattering
transmission
electron
microscopy.
Release
assay
performed
utilizing
dialysis
method.
Antioxidant,
Cell
viability,
cellular
uptake
assays
were
evaluate
the
biological
activity.
has
142.93±39.71
nm
size
with
−20.67±1.10
charge
showed
good
stability
93±4.35
%
encapsulation
efficiency
displayed
pH‐independent
release
pattern.
2‐fold
antioxidant
improvement
compared
free
CRM.
much
better
cytotoxic
activity
on
MCF‐7
cell
line
IC
50
of
1.851±0.45
μM
CRM
equal
5.230±0.85
μM,
approximately
3‐fold
enhancement.
may
be
promising
nanocarrier
elucidate
bioactivity
against
cancer
when
oxidative
stress
is
major
side
effect.
Pharmaceutics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(5), P. 645 - 645
Published: May 10, 2024
In
recent
years,
nanotechnology
has
achieved
a
remarkable
status
in
shaping
the
future
of
biological
applications,
especially
combating
fungal
diseases.
Owing
to
excellence
nanotechnology,
iron
nanoparticles
(Fe
NPs)
have
gained
enormous
attention
years.
this
review,
we
provided
comprehensive
overview
Fe
NPs
covering
key
synthesis
approaches
and
underlying
working
principles,
factors
that
influence
their
properties,
essential
characterization
techniques,
optimization
antifungal
potential.
addition,
diverse
kinds
NP
delivery
platforms
command
highly
effective
release,
with
fewer
toxic
effects
on
patients,
are
great
significance
medical
field.
The
issues
biocompatibility,
toxicity
profiles,
applications
optimized
field
biomedicine
also
been
described
because
these
most
significant
determining
inclusion
clinical
use.
Besides
this,
difficulties
regulations
exist
transition
from
laboratory
experimental
studies
(toxicity,
specific
standards,
safety
concerns)
NPs-based
agents
summarized.
