Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(7), P. 895 - 895
Published: March 25, 2024
Fish
gelatin
(FG)-based
wound
dressings
exhibit
superior
water
absorption
capacity,
thermal
stability,
and
gelation
properties,
which
enhance
the
performance
of
these
dressings.
In
this
study,
our
objective
was
to
investigate
conditions
underlying
enzymatic
hydrolysis
FG
subsequent
cross-linking
prepare
high-performance
gels.
A
two-step
method
protease-catalyzed
followed
by
glutamine
transglutaminase
(TGase)-catalyzed
used
novel
fish
derivatives
with
more
stable
dispersion
characteristics
than
those
natural
derivatives.
Compared
conventional
TGase
cross-linked
derivatives,
were
characterized
an
average
pore
size
150
μm
increased
solubility
(423.06%
915.55%),
retention
(by
3.6-fold
43.89%),
stability
(from
313
°C
323
°C),
vapor
transmission
rate,
reached
486.72
g·m
Biomolecules,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(2), P. 262 - 262
Published: Feb. 11, 2025
This
review
examines
representatives
of
organocyclophosphazenes
that
can
act
against
tumor
cells
the
ovaries,
prostate
gland,
mammary
and
colon,
etc.,
have
antimicrobial
action
mycobacteria
M.
tuberculosis,
Gram-positive
bacteria
B.
cereus,
Gram-negative
K.
pneumaniae,
fungi
genus
Candida,
other
microorganisms.
Cyclomatric
phosphazenes
be
used
as
carriers
physiologically
active
substances
in
field
detection,
well
gels
for
wound
surgery
drug
delivery
platforms.
In
gels,
cyclophosphazenes
are
cross-linking
agents.
Cyclophosphazenes
containing
multiple
bonds
organic
radicals
proposed
to
dentistry
additives
basic
dental
compositions.
Particular
attention
is
paid
cytotoxic
materials
their
advantages
over
commercial
substances.
The
presents
prospects
practical
application
various
functional
groups
(chalcone,
anthraquinone,
pyrrolidine,
morpholine,
ferrocene,
etc.)
pharmaceuticals.
may
interest
researchers
working
organoelement
chemistry,
medicine,
pharmacy.
Microorganisms,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12(2), P. 289 - 289
Published: Jan. 29, 2024
Introduction:
The
purpose
of
this
study
was
to
assess
the
antifungal
activity
silver
nanoparticles
(AgNPs)
in
combination
with
calcium
hydroxide
(Ca(OH)2)
against
Candida
albicans
(C.
albicans).
Methods:
AgNPs
mixed
pure
Ca(OH)2
powder
an
aqueous
base.
A
standard
suspension
(1
×
108
bacterial
cells/mL)
C.
prepared
a
96-well
plate
and
incubated
on
shaker
at
37
°C
100%
humidity
allow
fungal
biofilm
formation
infected
dentin
slices
(n
=
98).
minimum
inhibitory
concentration
(MIC)
fungicidal
(MFC)
alone
or
were
determined.
samples
separately
placed
24-well
tissue
culture
plates
divided
into
three
experimental
groups
(0.03,
0.04,
0.06)
control
groups;
negative
(saline)
positive
chlorhexidine
gel
Ca(OH)2.
Quantitative
measurements
by
XTT
colorimetric
assay
qualitative
using
confocal
laser
microscopy
scanning
electron
performed.
Results:
cell
viability
significantly
reduced
compared
group.
(AgNPs
(0.04%)
Ca(OH)2)
most
potent
albicans.
Conclusions:
findings
demonstrated
that
combining
more
effective
alone,
suggesting
combing
effect.
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(13), P. 1798 - 1798
Published: June 25, 2024
Anti-inflammatory
wound
healing
involves
targeted
drug
delivery
to
the
site
using
hydrogel
materials
prolong
effectiveness.
In
this
work,
films
were
fabricated
carboxymethyl
cellulose
(CMC)
and
poly(vinyl
alcohol)
(PVA)
crosslinked
with
citric
acid
(CA)
glutaraldehyde
(GA)
at
different
concentrations.
The
crosslinker
densities
optimized
various
CA
(2–10%
w/v)
GA
(1–5%
v/v)
crosslink
in
exhibited
additional
functional
group
peaks
FT-IR
spectra
1740
cm−1
for
C=O
stretching
of
ester
linkage
1060
C-O-C
ether
GA.
Significantly,
internal
porous
structures
composite
improved
density,
swelling
capacities,
solubility
percentage
reduction,
decreased
water
retention
capacities
densities.
Therefore,
these
utilized
as
carriers
controlled
release
within
24
h
during
medical
treatment.
Moreover,
demonstrated
increased
triamcinolone
acetonide
(TAA)
absorption
higher
resulting
delayed
TAA
efficiency
anti-inflammatory
activity.
As
a
result,
modified
showed
capability
being
an
alternative
material
enhanced
films.
Pharmaceutics,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(9), P. 2240 - 2240
Published: Aug. 30, 2023
Hydrogels
are
a
favorable
alternative
to
accelerate
the
burn
wound
healing
process
and
skin
regeneration
owing
their
capability
of
absorbing
contaminated
exudates.
The
bacterial
infections
that
occur
in
wounds
might
be
treated
using
different
topically
applied
materials,
but
resistance
antibiotics
has
become
major
problem
worldwide.
Therefore,
use
non-antibiotic
treatments
represents
interest
current
research.
In
this
study,
new
antibiocomposite
hydrogels
with
anti-inflammatory
antimicrobial
properties
based
on
hyaluronic
acid
(HA)
sodium
alginate
(AG)
were
obtained
4-(4,6-dimethoxy-1,3,5-triazinyl-2)-4-methylmorpholinium
chloride
as
an
activator.
combination
Ibuprofen,
non-steroidal
drug
commonly
used
reduce
inflammation,
fever
pain
body,
zinc
oxide
nanoparticles
(ZnO
NPs)
was
study
aimed
at
creating
complex
hydrogel
action
capable
improving
caused
by
burns.
FTIR
spectra
confirmed
cross-linking
AG
HA
well
successful
incorporation
ZnO
NPs.
Using
electronic
microscopy,
it
noticed
morphology
is
influenced
nanoparticles.
Moreover,
into
also
influence
swelling
behavior
both
pH
7.4
5.4.
fact,
rate
lower
when
amounts
activator,
NPs
high.
A
release
almost
100%
observed
for
without
NPs,
whereas
addition
led
decrease
68%
during
24
h.
Cellular
viability
tests
demonstrated
non-cytotoxic
weak
moderate
cytotoxic
effect
containing
4%
5%
respectively,
showed
good
activity
against
S.
aureus
strain.
These
preliminary
data
prove
these
types
can
biomaterials
treatment
wounds.
Biology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(9), P. 676 - 676
Published: Aug. 29, 2024
Phytochemicals
are
effective
and
gaining
attention
in
fighting
against
drug-resistant
bacterial
strains.
In
the
present
study,
rutin
quercetin
were
tested
for
antibacterial,
antibiofilm,
wound
healing
activities
on
excision
wounds
infected
with
MDR-P.
aeruginosa
diabetic
mice.
Antibacterial
antibiofilm
studied
vitro
using
broth
dilution
assay
crystal
violet
assay,
respectively.
These
phytochemicals
alone
wound-healing
at
different
concentrations
(0.5%
1%
ointment
base)
combination
gentamicin
to
evaluate
any
additive
effects.
Rutin
demonstrated
effectiveness
higher
concentrations.
Both
inhibited
biofilm
formation
contributed
of
by
eradicating
wounded
tissue.
a
low
concentration
(0.5%)
had
lesser
effect
reducing
epithelization
period
regeneration
epithelial
layer
compared
quercetin.
When
combined
gentamicin,
(1%)
displayed
maximum
epithelium
regeneration,
followed
gentamicin.
found
be
more
controlling
when
used
as
an
The
study
supports
traditional
use
managing
infections.
Molecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(9), P. 2065 - 2065
Published: April 30, 2024
Given
the
widespread
prevalence
of
viruses,
there
is
an
escalating
demand
for
antimicrobial
composites.
Although
composite
dialdehyde
cellulose
and
silver
nanoparticles
(DAC@Ag1)
exhibits
excellent
antibacterial
properties,
its
weak
mechanical
characteristics
hinder
practical
applicability.
To
address
this
limitation,
nanofibers
(CNFs)
were
initially
ammoniated
to
yield
N-CNF,
which
was
subsequently
incorporated
into
DAC@Ag1
as
enhancer,
forming
DAC@Ag1/N-CNF.
We
systematically
investigated
optimal
amount
N-CNF
characterized
DAC@Ag1/N-CNF
using
FT-IR,
XPS,
XRD
analyses
evaluate
additional
properties.
Notably,
mass
ratio
found
be
5:5,
resulting
in
a
substantial
enhancement
with
139.8%
increase
tensile
elongation
33.1%
strength,
reaching
10%
125.24
MPa,
respectively,
compared
alone.
Furthermore,
inhibition
zones
against
Escherichia
coli
Staphylococcus
aureus
significantly
expanded
7.9
mm
15.9
mm,
surpassing
those
alone
by
154.8%
467.9%,
indicating
remarkable
improvements
efficacy.
Mechanism
analysis
highlighted
synergistic
effects
from
chemical
covalent
bonding
hydrogen
DAC@Ag1/N-CNF,
enhancing
properties
significantly.
The
addition
markedly
augmented
film,
thereby
facilitating
broader
application
field.
Nanotoxicology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 36
Published: Jan. 30, 2025
The
mouth
cavity
is
the
second
most
complex
microbial
community
in
human
body.
It
composed
of
bacteria,
viruses,
fungi,
and
protozoa.
An
imbalance
oral
microbiota
may
lead
to
various
conditions,
including
caries,
soft
tissue
infections,
periodontitis,
root
canal
peri-implantitis
(PI),
pulpitis,
candidiasis,
denture
stomatitis.
Additionally,
several
locally
administered
antimicrobials
have
been
suggested
for
dentistry
surgical
non-surgical
applications.
main
drawbacks
are
increased
antimicrobial
resistance,
risk
upsetting
natural
microbiota,
hypersensitivity
responses.
Because
their
unique
physiochemical
characteristics,
nanoparticles
(NPs)
can
circumvent
antibiotic-resistance
mechanisms
exert
action
via
a
variety
new
bactericidal
routes.
anti-microbial
properties,
carbon-based
NPs
becoming
more
effective
antibacterial
agents.
Periodontitis,
PI,
dentin
other
dental
diseases
among
conditions
that
be
treated
using
carbon
(CNPs)
like
graphene
oxide
dots.
outline
scientific
development
multifunctional
CNPs
concerning
disorders
will
given
before
talking
about
significant
influence
on
health.
Some
these
illnesses
include
pulp
disorders,
PI.
We
also
review
remaining
research
application
barriers
possible
future
problems.
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
16(1), P. 122 - 122
Published: Dec. 29, 2023
This
review
article
provides
a
comprehensive
overview
of
recent
advancements
in
the
realm
cyclophosphazenes,
encompassing
their
preparation
methodologies,
distinctive
properties,
and
diverse
applications.
The
synthesis
approaches
are
explored,
highlighting
these
cyclic
compounds.
discussion
extends
to
properties
exhibited
by
including
thermal
stability
characteristics,
other
relevant
features.
Furthermore,
we
examine
broad
spectrum
applications
for
cyclophosphazenes
various
fields,
such
as
coatings,
adhesives,
composites,
extractants,
metal
complexes,
organometallic
chemistry,
medicine,
inorganic
chemistry.
aims
offer
insights
into
evolving
landscape
ever-expanding
roles
contemporary
scientific
technological
arenas.
Future
possibilities
emphasized,
significant
research
data
shortages
identified.
Journal of Applied Polymer Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
141(16)
Published: Feb. 2, 2024
Abstract
Herein,
nano
boron
nitride
(BN)
laminated
poly(ethyl
methacrylate)
(PEMA)/poly(vinyl
alcohol)
(PVA)
nanocomposite
films
are
fabricated
by
using
a
simple
in
situ
polymerization
technique
with
incorporation
of
silver
nanoparticles
(Ag
NPs).
Structural
investigations
PEMA/PVA/Ag@BN
thin
carried
out
Fourier‐transform
infrared
spectroscopy,
dynamic
light
scattering,
X‐ray
diffraction
analysis,
1
H
nuclear
magnetic
resonance,
13
C
and
mass
spectrometry.
The
change
morphology
PEMA/PVA
matrix
due
to
the
reinforcement
BN
platelets
identified
electron
microscopic
studies.
unique
tortuous
paths
achieved
dispersion
which
gas
penetration
is
restricted
enhancing
barrier
properties
material
6.5
folds
at
5
wt%
content
as
compared
neat
PEMA/PVA.
Acid
alkali
resistant
along
biodegradability
behavior
as‐synthesized
nanocomposites
studied.
From
limiting
oxygen
index
(LOI)
results,
it
found
that
prepared
materials
fire
retardant
nature
owing
effective
layers.
Antibacterial
activities
studied
Xanthomonas
citri
or
axonopodis
pv.
Citri
,
Escherichia
coli
oryzae
Oryzae
because
Ag
NPs
reinforcement.
substantial
improvements
barrier,
retardant,
antibacterial
enable
for
packaging
application.
ChemistrySelect,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9(12)
Published: March 21, 2024
Abstract
Diabetes
mellitus,
a
widespread
chronic
illness
categorized
by
elevated
blood
sugar
levels,
poses
significant
health
burden.
This
study
aimed
to
synthesize
an
optimal
oleogel
formula
and
investigate
its
impact
on
accelerating
diabetic
wound
healing
through
multidimensional
approach.
The
evaluation
spanned
in
vitro
examination
utilizing
bacterial
cultures,
vivo
assessments
mice,
involving
meticulous
9‐day
observation
of
percentages.
successful
synthesis
characterization
AgNPs
Na‐CMC
laid
the
foundation
for
further
exploration.
Oleogel
formulation
optimization
using
Response
Surface
Methodology
(RSM)
revealed
most
effective
composition
featuring
at
4.5
%,
beeswax
12.5
stirring
temperature
80
°C.
Manufacturing
success
was
affirmed
comprehensive
testing
encompassing
pH,
organoleptic
properties,
dispersion,
gelation
time,
FTIR
analyses.
Characteristics
extracted
nanoparticles
were
scrutinized
SEM‐EDX,
PSA,
Zetapotential
tests.
In
evaluations
showcased
commendable
antibacterial
activity
AgNPs.
Notably,
observations
highlighted
superior
capabilities
ointment
enriched
with
These
findings
collectively
underscore
promising
potential
synthesized
promoting
process
wounds,
validated
diverse
analytical
approaches,
marking
stride
toward
therapeutic
interventions
diabetes‐related
management.