Bioengineering,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
11(5), С. 508 - 508
Опубликована: Май 17, 2024
Magnesium
(Mg)
is
considered
an
attractive
option
for
orthopedic
applications
due
to
its
density
and
elastic
modulus
close
the
natural
bone
of
body,
as
well
biodegradability
good
tensile
strength.
However,
it
faces
serious
challenges,
including
a
high
degradation
rate
and,
result,
loss
mechanical
properties
during
long
periods
exposure
biological
environment.
Also,
among
other
weaknesses,
can
be
mentioned
that
does
not
deal
with
bacterial
biofilms.
It
has
been
found
making
composites
by
synergizing
various
components
efficient
way
improve
properties.
Among
metal
oxide
nanoparticles,
magnesium
nanoparticles
(MgO
NPs)
have
distinct
physicochemical
properties,
biocompatibility,
biodegradability,
bioactivity,
significant
antibacterial
which
make
choice
reinforcement
in
composites.
lack
comprehensive
understanding
effectiveness
Mg
NPs
matrix
reinforcements
mechanical,
corrosion,
fields
challenge
their
application.
While
introducing
role
MgO
medical
fields,
this
article
summarizes
most
important
results
recent
research
on
performance
Mg/MgO
Journal of Molecular Liquids,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
405, С. 125059 - 125059
Опубликована: Май 20, 2024
Pathogens
that
are
resistant
to
multiple
drugs,
commonly
known
as
superbugs,
including
viruses
and
fungi,
posing
a
significant
danger
human
health.
These
superbugs
responsible
for
causing
high
rates
of
morbidity
mortality
each
year,
the
numbers
continuing
rise.
Therefore,
search
potent,
safe,
viable
alternative
antimicrobial
agents
is
imperative.
In
current
study,
rapid
eco-friendly
method
synthesizing
silver
nanoparticles
(AgNPs)
using
Nigella
sativa
seed
extract
was
developed.
Various
characterization
techniques,
ultraviolet–visible
(UV–vis)
spectroscopy,
Fourier
transform
infrared
(FTIR)
X-ray
diffraction
(XRD),
scanning
electron
microscopy
associated
with
microanalysis
by
dispersive
energy
X-rays
(SEM-EDX),
Zeta-potential,
were
employed
confirm
formation
AgNPs.
Agglomerated
particles
spherical
shape
size
approximately
50
nm
identified
in
SEM
images
The
optical
bandgap
AgNPs
determined
be
2.43
eV
direct
1.87
allowable
indirect
band
gap.
study
also
investigated
antiviral
activity
against
XBB.1.5
SARS-CoV-2
variant
assessed
their
Anti-Candida
Assay
Candida
albicans.
Furthermore,
we
conducted
molecular
docking
studies
explore
interactions
between
Omicron
receptor-binding
motif
(RBM).
spike
protein
RBD
binds
receptor
angiotensin-converting
enzyme
2
(ACE2)
cellular
(hACE2)
helps
virus
enter
host
cell.
results
indicated
can
bind
RBD,
potentially
elucidating
effects
SARS-CoV-2.
findings
this
suggest
hold
promise
potent
therapeutic
applications,
particularly
addressing
multidrug-resistant
strains
Candida.
However,
further
research
essential
thoroughly
elucidate
mode
action
assess
biosafety
Bioengineering,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
11(5), С. 508 - 508
Опубликована: Май 17, 2024
Magnesium
(Mg)
is
considered
an
attractive
option
for
orthopedic
applications
due
to
its
density
and
elastic
modulus
close
the
natural
bone
of
body,
as
well
biodegradability
good
tensile
strength.
However,
it
faces
serious
challenges,
including
a
high
degradation
rate
and,
result,
loss
mechanical
properties
during
long
periods
exposure
biological
environment.
Also,
among
other
weaknesses,
can
be
mentioned
that
does
not
deal
with
bacterial
biofilms.
It
has
been
found
making
composites
by
synergizing
various
components
efficient
way
improve
properties.
Among
metal
oxide
nanoparticles,
magnesium
nanoparticles
(MgO
NPs)
have
distinct
physicochemical
properties,
biocompatibility,
biodegradability,
bioactivity,
significant
antibacterial
which
make
choice
reinforcement
in
composites.
lack
comprehensive
understanding
effectiveness
Mg
NPs
matrix
reinforcements
mechanical,
corrosion,
fields
challenge
their
application.
While
introducing
role
MgO
medical
fields,
this
article
summarizes
most
important
results
recent
research
on
performance
Mg/MgO
