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Behrendt F, Cseresnyés Z, Gerst R, Gottschaldt M, Figge MT, Schubert US. Evaluation of reproducible cryogel preparation based on automated image analysis using deep learning. J Biomed Mater Res A 2023; 111:1734-1749. [PMID: 37345381 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2022] [Revised: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/23/2023]
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Cryogels represent a class of porous sponge-like materials possessing unique properties including high-fidelity reproduction of tissue structure and maximized permeability. Their architecture is mainly based on an interconnected network of macropores that provides sufficient stability while allowing the movement of substances through the material. In most cryogel applications, the pore size is very important, especially when the material is used as a 3D scaffold for tissue culture, applied as a filter, or utilized as a membrane. In this study, poly(dimethylacrylamide-co-2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) cryogels have been prepared by two preparation methods to investigate the reproducibility of homogeneous pore structures and pore sizes. Automated image analysis algorithms were developed to rapidly evaluate cryogel pore sizes based on scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images. The quantification approach contained a unique combination of classical and deep learning-based algorithms. To validate the accuracy of the two models, we compared the results obtained from automated SEM image analysis with those from manual pore size determinations and mercury intrusion porosimetry (MIP) measurements. Effect sizes were calculated to compare the results from manual and automated pore size measurements for the cryogel reproducibility series. 81% of the values obtained revealed only trivial differences, which strongly suggests that automated image analysis can reliably substitute the manual evaluation of cryogel pore sizes. The use of an adapted reactor setup yielded cryogels with heterogeneous morphologies in the absence of recognizable pore structures. With the conventional cryogel preparation using plastic syringes, the obtained cryogels represented highly reproducible morphologies and pore sizes in the range between 17 and 22 μm. Calculated effect sizes within the cryogel replicate series revealed only trivial differences between the obtained pore sizes in 83.5% or 99.4% of the data (classical approach and deep learning-based approach, respectively).
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Affiliation(s)
- Florian Behrendt
- Laboratory of Organic Chemistry and Macromolecular Chemistry (IOMC), Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Jena, Germany
- Jena Center for Soft Matter (JCSM), Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Jena, Germany
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- Applied Systems Biology, Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology, Hans Knöll Institute, Jena, Germany
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- Applied Systems Biology, Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology, Hans Knöll Institute, Jena, Germany
- Institute of Microbiology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Jena, Germany
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- Laboratory of Organic Chemistry and Macromolecular Chemistry (IOMC), Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Jena, Germany
- Jena Center for Soft Matter (JCSM), Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Jena, Germany
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- Applied Systems Biology, Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology, Hans Knöll Institute, Jena, Germany
- Institute of Microbiology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Jena, Germany
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- Laboratory of Organic Chemistry and Macromolecular Chemistry (IOMC), Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Jena, Germany
- Jena Center for Soft Matter (JCSM), Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Jena, Germany
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Preparation of nickel-chelated iminodiacetate-functionalized macroporous agarose monolith using modular and clickable building blocks for affinity separation of histidine-tagged recombinant proteins. J Chromatogr A 2022; 1682:463509. [PMID: 36155074 DOI: 10.1016/j.chroma.2022.463509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2022] [Revised: 08/14/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Selective separation and purification of protein from complex medium is required to completely investigate the structure and function of the target protein. In this study, a composite macroporous agarose monolith containing iminodiacetate-chelated Ni2+ ligands was synthesized for selective separation and purification of histidine-tagged recombinant proteins. The large and interconnected pores in the monolith enabled fast binding of proteins with high matrix tolerance in treating complex mediums. To realize the selective protein binding, the iminodiacetate was directly conjugated to epoxy-functionalized agarose monolith via simple chemical reactions between epoxy and imino groups. After chelated Ni2+, the composite monolith could bind histidine-tagged recombinant proteins through the coordination interaction between transition metal ions and the imidazole ring of histidine. To further increase the binding capacities of the monolith, a hydrophilic intermediate polymer chain containing multiple iminodiacetate immobilization sites was conjugated to the azide-functionalized agarose monolith via Cu(I)-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reaction. The morphology and chemical composition of the composite agarose monolith were characterized systematically. The protein binding capacities of the obtained composite agarose monolith were subsequently investigated. The binding capacities of the composite agarose monolith towards the model proteins Gp10 and Lys84 were 0.93 and 0.51 mg/mL, respectively. The protein binding of the composite agarose monolith could be manipulated by adjusting the temperature and concentrations of imidazole. These results demonstrate that the composite agarose monolith could be used as an affinity medium for rapid separation and purification of histidine-tagged recombinant proteins from biological samples.
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Applications of Cryostructures in the Chromatographic Separation of Biomacromolecules. J Chromatogr A 2022; 1683:463546. [DOI: 10.1016/j.chroma.2022.463546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2022] [Revised: 09/05/2022] [Accepted: 09/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Fab fragment immobilized immunoaffinity cryogels as a tool for human serum albumin purification: Characterization of Fab immobilized cryogels. J Chromatogr B Analyt Technol Biomed Life Sci 2022; 1203:123311. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jchromb.2022.123311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2022] [Revised: 05/21/2022] [Accepted: 05/23/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Coimbra JC, Martins MA, Minim LA. A simplified CFD model to describe fluid dynamics, mass transport and breakthrough curves performance in cryogel supports for chromatographic separation. Chem Eng Res Des 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cherd.2021.12.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Bereli N, Bakhshpour M, Topçu AA, Denizli A. Surface Plasmon Resonance-Based Immunosensor for Igm Detection with Gold Nanoparticles. MICROMACHINES 2021; 12:mi12091092. [PMID: 34577735 PMCID: PMC8468630 DOI: 10.3390/mi12091092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2021] [Revised: 09/06/2021] [Accepted: 09/08/2021] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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In this work, a surface plasmon resonance (SPR) based immunosensor was prepared by the immobilization of the amine-functionalized gold nanoparticles (N-AuNPs) on the sensing surface to sense immunoglobulin M (IgM) antibodies in the aqueous solution and artificial plasma. The characterization studies of SPR based immunosensor for IgM detection were performed with scanning electron microscope (SEM), contact angle measurements, and ellipsometry. Kinetic studies for the IgM immunosensor were carried out in the range of 1.0 to 200 ng/mL IgM concentrations in an aqueous solution. The total IgM analysis time including adsorption, desorption, and regeneration cycles was nearly 10 min for the prepared immunosensor. The limit of detection (LOD) and limit of quantification (LOQ) were found as 0.08 and 0.26 ng/mL, respectively. The reusability of the proposed immunosensor was tested with 6 consecutive adsorption-desorption, and regeneration cycles. Also, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method was utilized in the validation of the immunosensor.
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- Nilay Bereli
- Chemistry Department, Hacettepe University, Beytepe, 06800 Ankara, Turkey; (N.B.); (M.B.)
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- Chemistry Department, Hacettepe University, Beytepe, 06800 Ankara, Turkey; (N.B.); (M.B.)
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- Medical Laboratory Program, Vocational School of Health Services, Aksaray University, 68100 Aksaray, Turkey;
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- Chemistry Department, Hacettepe University, Beytepe, 06800 Ankara, Turkey; (N.B.); (M.B.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +90-31-297-7983; Fax: +90-312-299-2163
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Diken Gür S, Bakhshpour M, Bereli N, Denizli A. Antibacterial effect against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria via lysozyme imprinted cryogel membranes. JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE-POLYMER EDITION 2021; 32:1024-1039. [PMID: 33704023 DOI: 10.1080/09205063.2021.1892472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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The development of novel biocompatible and cost effective cryogel membrane which shows enhanced antimicrobial properties in order to use for several approaches such as wound dressing, scaffold or food packaging was aimed in this study. A super macro porous lysozyme imprinted cryogel membranes showing antibacterial effect against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria were prepared by using molecular imprinting technique. N-methacryloyl-(L)-histidine methyl ester (MAH) was used as the pseudo specific ligand and complexed with Cu++ in order to provide metal ion coordination between MAH and template molecule (lysozyme). Comparing the antibacterial activity of different lysozyme concentrations, cryogel membranes were prepared in three different concentrations. To synthesize Poly (hydroxyethyl methacrylate-N-methacryloyl-(L)-histidine methylester) P(HEMA-MAH) cryogel membrane, free radical polymerization initiated by N, N, N', N'-tetramethylene diamine (TEMED) and ammonium persulfate (APS) was carried out at -12 °C. The characterization of the lysozyme imprinted cryogel membrane was accomplished by using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), swelling degree measurements and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy-attenuated total reflectance (FTIR-ATR) spectroscopy. The cytotoxicity test of produced membrane was performed by using mouse fibroblast cell line L929. The antibacterial activity of P(HEMA-MAH) lysozyme molecular imprinted [P(HEMA-MAH) Lyz-MIP] cryogel membranes against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Escherichia coli (E. coli) were determined by Kirby-Bauer membranes diffusion and viable cell counting methods. When the antibacterial effect of P(HEMA-MAH) Lyz-MIP cryogel membranes were evaluated, it was found that P(HEMA-MAH) Lyz-MIP cryogel membranes had stronger antibacterial effects against Gram-negative E. coli bacteria even in low lysozyme concentrations. In addition, 100% bacterial inhibition was detected for both of two bacteria at increasing lysozyme concentrations.
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- Department of Chemistry, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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Zheng H, Hajizadeh S, Gong H, Lin H, Ye L. Preparation of Boronic Acid-Functionalized Cryogels Using Modular and Clickable Building Blocks for Bacterial Separation. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2021; 69:135-145. [PMID: 33371673 PMCID: PMC7871328 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.0c06052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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Composite cryogels containing boronic acid ligands are synthesized for effective separation and isolation of bacteria. The large and interconnected pores in cryogels enable fast binding and release of microbial cells. To control bacterial binding, an alkyne-tagged boronic acid ligand is conjugated to azide-functionalized cryogel via the Cu(I)-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition reaction. The boronic acid-functionalized cryogel binds Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria through reversible boronate ester bonds, which can be controlled by pH and simple monosaccharides. To increase the capacity of affinity separation, a new approach is used to couple the alkyne-tagged phenylboronic acid to cryogel via an intermediate polymer layer that provides multiple immobilization sites. The morphology and chemical composition of the composite cryogel are characterized systematically. The capability of the composite cryogel for the separation of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria is investigated. The binding capacities of the composite cryogel for Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus epidermidis are 2.15 × 109 and 3.36 × 109 cfu/g, respectively. The bacterial binding of the composite cryogel can be controlled by adjusting pH. The results suggest that the composite cryogel may be used as affinity medium for rapid separation and isolation of bacteria from complex samples.
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- Hongwei Zheng
- Division
of Pure and Applied Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry, Lund University, Box 124, 221 00 Lund, Sweden
- Food
Safety Laboratory, College of Food Science & Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266003, China
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- Division
of Pure and Applied Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry, Lund University, Box 124, 221 00 Lund, Sweden
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- Division
of Pure and Applied Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry, Lund University, Box 124, 221 00 Lund, Sweden
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- Food
Safety Laboratory, College of Food Science & Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266003, China
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- Division
of Pure and Applied Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry, Lund University, Box 124, 221 00 Lund, Sweden
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Composite Polymeric Cryogel Cartridges for Selective Removal of Cadmium Ions from Aqueous Solutions. Polymers (Basel) 2020; 12:polym12051149. [PMID: 32443399 PMCID: PMC7284788 DOI: 10.3390/polym12051149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2020] [Revised: 05/08/2020] [Accepted: 05/14/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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In this study, composite polymeric cryogel cartridges were achieved by using Cd(II) imprinted poly(hydroxyethyl methacrylate N-methacryloly-(L)-cysteine methylester) beads and poly(hydroxyethyl methacrylate) cryogel cartridges with two different mole ratios of functional monomer. The N-methacryloly-(L)-cysteinemethylester was used as a functional monomer and Cd(II) 1:1 and 2:1, which were then notated as MIP1 and MIP2, respectively. Various characterization methods have confirmed the structural transformation on the MIP1 and MIP2 composite cryogel cartridges by scanning electron microscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy-Attenuated Total Reflectance, and swelling tests. The maximum amount of Cd(II) adsorption with composite cryogel cartridges was determined by altering the Cd(II) initial concentration, temperature, and pH values. The maximum adsorption capacity of MIP1 and MIP2 composite cryogel cartridges obtained was 76.35 and 98.8 µmol/g of composite cryogels, respectively. The adsorption studies revealed that the MIP2 possessed a good adsorption performance for Cd(II). The obtained composite cryogel cartridges have a selective, reusable, and cost-friendly potential for the removal of Cd(II) from aqueous solutions, and are used many times without decreasing their adsorption capacities significantly. The Cd(II) removal rate of the MIP1 and MIP2 composite cryogel cartridges from synthetic wastewater samples was determined as 98.8%. The obtained cryogel cartridges’ adsorption material exhibited a good directional removal performance for Cd(II) from wastewater samples.
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Bakhshpour M, Göktürk I, Bereli N, Denizli A. Molecularly imprinted cryogel cartridges for the selective recognition of tyrosine. Biotechnol Prog 2020; 36:e3006. [PMID: 32329233 DOI: 10.1002/btpr.3006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2019] [Revised: 04/13/2020] [Accepted: 04/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Molecularly imprinted polymers are used for creating a specific cavity and selective recognition sites for the structure of a target molecule in a polymeric structure. In this study, specific molecularly imprinted cryogel cartridges were synthesized using two distinct functional monomers to compare imprinting efficiency for the selective recognition of Tyrosine (Tyr). Tyr-imprinted cryogel cartridge (MIP1) was prepared using metal-chelate coordination for the imprinting process by free-radical bulk polymerization under frozen conditions, and Tyr-imprinted cryogel cartridge (MIP2) was prepared in the same way using hydrophobic effects for imprinting. After the characterization of the cryogel cartridges was carried out, the optimum adsorption conditions of both were determined according to the different parameters such as flow rate (0.5-2.5 ml/min), pH of the medium (4.0-8.0), initial Tyr concentration (0.1-3.0 mg/ml), and temperature (4-45°C). Selectivity experiments of Tyr-imprinted and non-imprinted cryogel cartridges were carried out by using phenylalanine, tryptophan, and cysteine. Besides, the eluted Tyr from MIP1 and MIP2 cryogel cartridge were applied to FPLC system. Also, the reusability experiments of Tyr-imprinted cryogel cartridges was observed no significant decrease in the adsorption capacity.
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- Department of Chemistry, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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