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Zafar MA, Liu Y, Jacob MV. Green synthesis of graphene for targeted recovery of silver from photovoltaic waste. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 362:142512. [PMID: 38866341 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.142512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2023] [Revised: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 06/14/2024]
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Atmospheric pressure microwave plasma can synthesize freestanding graphene in a few seconds at ambient conditions. Recent research has explored this method for the synthesis of graphene yet constrained by the utilization of toxic or non-renewable resources. This study aimed to substitute environmentally benign and sustainable precursors, synthesizing graphene from expired tangerine peel oil, an abundant natural source globally. The Raman spectrum of synthesized material showed a characteristic graphene-related 2D peak at microwave powers varied between 200 and 1000 W. The images of transmission electron microscopy revealed interstitial spacing of 0.34, which matched the value of X-ray diffraction calculated through Bragg's law. However, marginal variations in lattice spacing owing to the presence of oxygen functional groups were also observed. Additionally, the as-synthesized graphene deposited on a screen-printed electrode was used to selectively recover silver from spent photovoltaics. Our approach of creating a graphene-silver composite directly from waste material offers environmental benefits, resource utilization, waste reduction, and versatile applications in electrochemistry.
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- Muhammad Adeel Zafar
- Electronics Materials Lab, College of Science and Engineering, James Cook University, Townsville, QLD 4811, Australia
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- College of Science and Engineering, James Cook University, Townsville, QLD 4811, Australia
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- Electronics Materials Lab, College of Science and Engineering, James Cook University, Townsville, QLD 4811, Australia.
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Teixeira-Santos R, Belo S, Vieira R, Mergulhão FJM, Gomes LC. Graphene-Based Composites for Biomedical Applications: Surface Modification for Enhanced Antimicrobial Activity and Biocompatibility. Biomolecules 2023; 13:1571. [PMID: 38002253 PMCID: PMC10669141 DOI: 10.3390/biom13111571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/19/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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The application of graphene-based materials in medicine has led to significant technological breakthroughs. The remarkable properties of these carbon materials and their potential for functionalization with various molecules and compounds make them highly attractive for numerous medical applications. To enhance their functionality and applicability, extensive research has been conducted on surface modification of graphene (GN) and its derivatives, including modifications with antimicrobials, metals, polymers, and natural compounds. This review aims to discuss recent and relevant studies related to advancements in the formulation of graphene composites, addressing their antimicrobial and/or antibiofilm properties and evaluating their biocompatibility, with a primary focus on their biomedical applications. It was concluded that GN surface modification, particularly with compounds intrinsically active against bacteria (e.g., antimicrobial peptides, silver and copper nanomaterials, and chitosan), has resulted in biomaterials with improved antimicrobial performance. Furthermore, the association of GN materials with non-natural polymers provides composites with increased biocompatibility when interfaced with human tissues, although with slightly lower antimicrobial efficacy. However, it is crucial to highlight that while modified GN materials hold huge potential, their widespread use in the medical field is still undergoing research and development. Comprehensive studies on safety, long-term effects, and stability are essential before their adoption in real-world medical scenarios.
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- Rita Teixeira-Santos
- LEPABE—Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal; (S.B.); (R.V.); (F.J.M.M.); (L.C.G.)
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- LEPABE—Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal; (S.B.); (R.V.); (F.J.M.M.); (L.C.G.)
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- LEPABE—Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal; (S.B.); (R.V.); (F.J.M.M.); (L.C.G.)
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- LEPABE—Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal; (S.B.); (R.V.); (F.J.M.M.); (L.C.G.)
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- LEPABE—Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal; (S.B.); (R.V.); (F.J.M.M.); (L.C.G.)
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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Punjabi K, Bhatia E, Keshari R, Jadhav K, Singh S, Shastri J, Banerjee R. Biopolymer Coating Imparts Sustainable Self-Disinfecting and Antimicrobial Properties to Fabric: Translated to Protective Gears for the Pandemic and Beyond. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2023; 9:1116-1131. [PMID: 36720672 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.2c01481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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The global pandemic of COVID-19 and emerging antimicrobial drug resistance highlights the need for sustainable technology that enables more preparedness and active control measures. It is thus important to have a reliable solution to avert the present situations as well as preserve nature for habitable life in the future. One time use of PPE kits is promoting the accumulation of nondegradable waste, which may pose an unforeseen challenge in the future. We have developed a biocompatible, biodegradable, and nonirritating nanoemulsion coating for textiles. The study focused on coating cotton fabric to functionalize it with broad spectrum antimicrobial, antibiofilm, and anti-SARS-CoV-2 activity. The nanoemulsion comprises spherical particles of chitosan, oleic acid, and eugenol that are cross-linked to fibers. The nanoemulsion caused complete destruction of pathogens even for the most rigid biofilms formed by drug resistant Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Candida albicans on the surface of the coated fabric. The secondary coat with beeswax imparts super hydrophobicity and 20 wash cycle resistance and leads to enhanced barrier properties with superior particulate filtration, bacterial filtration, and viral penetration efficiency as compared to an N95 respirator. The coated fabric qualifies as per standard parameters like breathability, flammability, splash resistance, and filtration efficiency for submicrometer particles, bacteria, and viruses. The scaleup and bulk manufacturing of the coating technology on fabric masks complied with standards. The consumer feedback rated the coated mask with high scores in breathability and comfortability as compared to an N95. The strategy promises to provide a long-term sustainable model compared to single use masks and PPE that will remain a nondegradable burden on the ecosystem for years to come.
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- Kapil Punjabi
- Nanomedicine Lab, Department of Biosciences & Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai400076, India
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- Nanomedicine Lab, Department of Biosciences & Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai400076, India
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- Nanomedicine Lab, Department of Biosciences & Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai400076, India
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- Nanomedicine Lab, Department of Biosciences & Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai400076, India
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- Nanomedicine Lab, Department of Biosciences & Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai400076, India
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- Molecular Diagnostic Reference Laboratory, Kasturba Hospital for Infectious Diseases, Mumbai400011, India
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- Nanomedicine Lab, Department of Biosciences & Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai400076, India
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Jafari B, Lacerda CMR, Botte GG. Facile Electrochemical Preparation of Hydrophobic Antibacterial Fabrics Using Reduced Graphene Oxide/Silver Nanoparticles. ChemElectroChem 2023. [DOI: 10.1002/celc.202201111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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- Behnaz Jafari
- Chemical and Electrochemical Technology and Innovation Laboratory Department of Chemical Engineering Texas Tech University Lubbock TX 79401 USA
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- Jasper Department of Chemical Engineering University of Texas at Tyler Tyler TX 75799 USA
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- Chemical and Electrochemical Technology and Innovation Laboratory Department of Chemical Engineering Texas Tech University Lubbock TX 79401 USA
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Kumbhar GS, Patil SV, Sarvalkar PD, Vadanagekar AS, Karvekar OS, Patil SS, Rane MR, Sharma KKK, Kurhe DN, Prasad NR. Synthesis of a Ag/rGO nanocomposite using Bos taurus indicus urine for nitroarene reduction and biological activity. RSC Adv 2022; 12:35598-35612. [PMID: 36545061 PMCID: PMC9746299 DOI: 10.1039/d2ra06280a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2022] [Accepted: 11/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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The present study develops a unique in situ synthesis of a catalytically and biologically active Ag/reduced graphene oxide (rGO) nanocomposite. Herein, we employed Bos taurus indicus urine to synthesize a Ag/rGO nanocomposite in an environmentally benign, facile, economical, and sustainable manner. The elemental composition analysis reveals the presence of Ag, O and C elements. The scanning electron micrograph shows the formation of spherical silver in nanoform whereas rGO is found to be flake shaped with a wrinkled nature. The synthesized nanomaterial and its composite shows a positive catalytic effect in simple organic transformation for the reduction of nitroarene compounds. Investigations were conducted into the catalytic effectiveness of the prepared nanomaterials for diverse nitroarene reduction. Then, using NaBH4 at 25 °C, the catalytic roles of Ag and the Ag/rGO nano-catalyst were assessed towards the catalytic reduction of several environmental pollutants such as 2-, 3- and 4-nitroaniline and 4-nitrophenol into their respective amino compounds. To test their catalytic performance, bio-mimetically synthesized Ag NPs were thermally treated at 200 °C and compared with the Ag/rGO nanocomposite. Furthermore, biomedical applications such as the antibacterial and antioxidant properties of the as-prepared nanomaterials were investigated in this study.
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- Gouri S Kumbhar
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, Shivaji University Kolhapur-416004 MH India
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- School of Nanoscience and Technology, Shivaji University Kolhapur-416004 MH India
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- School of Nanoscience and Technology, Shivaji University Kolhapur-416004 MH India
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- School of Nanoscience and Technology, Shivaji University Kolhapur-416004 MH India
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- School of Nanoscience and Technology, Shivaji University Kolhapur-416004 MH India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Shivaji University Kolhapur-416004 MH India
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- School of Nanoscience and Technology, Shivaji University Kolhapur-416004 MH India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Shivaji University Kolhapur-416004 MH India
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- School of Nanoscience and Technology, Shivaji University Kolhapur-416004 MH India
- Jaysingpur College, Jaysingpur, Affiliated to Shivaji University Kolhapur 416234 MH India
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Khoo SC, Goh MS, Alias A, Luang-In V, Chin KW, Ling Michelle TH, Sonne C, Ma NL. Application of antimicrobial, potential hazard and mitigation plans. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2022; 215:114218. [PMID: 36049514 PMCID: PMC9422339 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2022.114218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Revised: 08/06/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The tremendous rise in the consumption of antimicrobial products had aroused global concerns, especially in the midst of pandemic COVID-19. Antimicrobial resistance has been accelerated by widespread usage of antimicrobial products in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, the widespread use of antimicrobial products releases biohazardous substances into the environment, endangering the ecology and ecosystem. Therefore, several strategies or measurements are needed to tackle this problem. In this review, types of antimicrobial available, emerging nanotechnology in antimicrobial production and their advanced application have been discussed. The problem of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) due to antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB)and antimicrobial resistance genes (AMG) had become the biggest threat to public health. To deal with this problem, an in-depth discussion of the challenges faced in antimicrobial mitigations and potential alternatives was reviewed.
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- Shing Ching Khoo
- Henan Province Engineering Research Centre for Biomass Value-added Products, School of Forestry, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, 450002, China; BIOSES Research Interest Group, Faculty of Science and Marine Environment, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia
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- Henan Province Engineering Research Centre for Biomass Value-added Products, School of Forestry, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, 450002, China; BIOSES Research Interest Group, Faculty of Science and Marine Environment, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia
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- Eco-Innovation Research Interest Group, Faculty of Science and Marine Environment, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia
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- Natural Antioxidant Innovation Research Unit, Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Technology, Mahasarakham University, Khamriang, Kantarawichai, Maha Sarakham, 44150, Thailand
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- BIOSES Research Interest Group, Faculty of Science and Marine Environment, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia
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- BIOSES Research Interest Group, Faculty of Science and Marine Environment, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia
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- Henan Province Engineering Research Centre for Biomass Value-added Products, School of Forestry, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, 450002, China; Aarhus University, Department of Bioscience, Arctic Research Centre (ARC), Frederiksborgvej 399, PO Box 358, DK-4000, Roskilde, Denmark.
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- Henan Province Engineering Research Centre for Biomass Value-added Products, School of Forestry, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, 450002, China; BIOSES Research Interest Group, Faculty of Science and Marine Environment, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia.
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Polai B, Satpathy BK, Jena BK, Nayak SK. An Overview of Coating Processes on Metal Substrates Based on Graphene-Related Materials for Multifarious Applications. Ind Eng Chem Res 2022. [DOI: 10.1021/acs.iecr.2c02147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Balaram Polai
- School of Basic Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar−752050, India
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- School of Basic Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar−752050, India
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- CSIR−Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology Bhubaneswar−751013, India
- Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad-201002, India
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- School of Basic Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar−752050, India
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Pasparakis G. Recent developments in the use of gold and silver nanoparticles in biomedicine. WIRES NANOMEDICINE AND NANOBIOTECHNOLOGY 2022; 14:e1817. [PMID: 35775611 PMCID: PMC9539467 DOI: 10.1002/wnan.1817] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2022] [Revised: 04/20/2022] [Accepted: 04/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Gold and silver nanoparticles (NPs) are widely used in the biomedical research both in the therapeutic and the sensing/diagnostics fronts. Both metals share some common optical properties with surface plasmon resonance being the most widely exploited property in therapeutics and diagnostics. Au NPs exhibit excellent light‐to‐heat conversion efficiencies and hence have found applications primarily in precision oncology, while Ag NPs have excellent antibacterial properties which can be harnessed in biomaterials' design. Both metals constitute excellent biosensing platforms owing to their plasmonic properties and are now routinely used in various optical platforms. The utilization of Au and Ag NPs in the COVID‐19 pandemic was rapidly expanded mostly in biosensing and point‐of‐care platforms and to some extent in therapeutics. In this review article, the main physicochemical properties of Au and Ag NPs are discussed with selective examples from the recent literature. This article is categorized under:Therapeutic Approaches and Drug Discovery > Nanomedicine for Oncologic Disease Diagnostic Tools > In Vitro Nanoparticle‐Based Sensing Nanotechnology Approaches to Biology > Nanoscale Systems in Biology
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- George Pasparakis
- Department of Chemical Engineering University of Patras Patras Greece
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Mittal D, Ali SA. Use of Nanomaterials for Diagnosis and Treatment: The Advancement of Next-Generation Antiviral Therapy. Microb Drug Resist 2022; 28:670-697. [PMID: 35696335 DOI: 10.1089/mdr.2021.0281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Globally, viral illness propagation is the leading cause of morbidity and death, causing wreaking havoc on socioeconomic development and health care systems. The rise of infected individuals has outpaced the existing critical care facilities. Early and sophisticated methods are desperately required in this respect to halt the spread of the infection. Therefore, early detection of infectious agents and an early treatment approach may help minimize viral outbreaks. Conventional point-of-care diagnostic techniques such as computed tomography scan, quantitative real time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR), X-ray, and immunoassay are still deemed valuable. However, the labor demanding, low sensitivity, and complex infrastructure needed for these methods preclude their use in distant areas. Nanotechnology has emerged as a potentially transformative technology due to its promise as an effective theranostic platform for diagnosing and treating viral infection, circumventing the limits of traditional techniques. Their unique physical and chemical characteristics make nanoparticles (NPs) advantageous for drug delivery platforms due to their size, encapsulation efficiency, improved bioavailability, effectiveness, immunogenicity, and antiviral response. This study discusses the recent research on nanotechnology-based treatments designed to combat new viruses.
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- Deepti Mittal
- Nanosafety Lab, Division of Biochemistry, ICAR-NDRI, Karnal, Haryana, India
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- Cell Biology and Proteomics Lab, Animal Biotechnology Center, ICAR-NDRI, Karnal, Haryana, India
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Stanisic D, Cruz GCF, Elias LA, Tsukamoto J, Arns CW, Soares da Silva D, Mochkalev S, Savu R, Tasic L. High-Resolution Magic-Angle Spinning NMR Spectroscopy for Evaluation of Cell Shielding by Virucidal Composites Based on Biogenic Silver Nanoparticles, Flexible Cellulose Nanofibers and Graphene Oxide. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 10:858156. [PMID: 35646854 PMCID: PMC9133937 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.858156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Antiviral and non-toxic effects of silver nanoparticles onto in vitro cells infected with coronavirus were evaluated in this study using High-Resolution Magic-Angle Spinning Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (HR-MAS NMR) spectroscopy. Silver nanoparticles were designed and synthesized using an orange flavonoid—hesperetin (HST)—for reduction of silver(I) and stabilization of as obtained nanoparticles. The bio-inspired process is a simple, clean, and sustainable way to synthesize biogenic silver nanoparticles (AgNP@HST) with diameters of ∼20 nm and low zeta potential (−40 mV), with great colloidal stability monitored for 2 years. The nanoparticles were used for the fabrication of two types of antiviral materials: colloids (AgNP@HST spray) and 3D flexible nanostructured composites. The composites, decorated with AgNP@HST (0.05 mmol L−1), were made using cellulose nanofibers (CNF) obtained from orange peel and graphene oxide (GO), being denominated CNF@GO@AgNP@HST. Both materials showed high virucidal activity against coronaviruses in cell infection in vitro models and successfully inhibited the viral activity in cells. HR-MAS 1H-NMR technique was used for determining nanomaterials’ effects on living cells and their influences on metabolic pathways, as well as to study viral effects on cells. It was proven that none of the manufactured materials showed toxicity towards the intact cells used. Furthermore, viral infection was reverted when cells, infected with the coronavirus, were treated using the as-fabricated nanomaterials. These significant results open possibilities for antiviral application of 3D flexible nanostructured composite such as packaging papers and filters for facial masks, while the colloidal AgNP@HST spray can be used for disinfecting surfaces, as well as a nasal, mouth, and eye spray.
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- Danijela Stanisic
- Chemical Biology Laboratory, Department of Organic Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Chemical Biology Laboratory, Department of Organic Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
- Centre for Semiconductor Components and Nanotechnology (CCSNano), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
- Center for Biomedical Engineering (CEB), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Center for Biomedical Engineering (CEB), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
- Department of Electronics and Biomedical Engineering, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Animal Virology, Department of Genetics, Evolution, Microbiology, and Immunology, Institute of Biology, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Animal Virology, Department of Genetics, Evolution, Microbiology, and Immunology, Institute of Biology, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Centre for Semiconductor Components and Nanotechnology (CCSNano), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Centre for Semiconductor Components and Nanotechnology (CCSNano), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Chemical Biology Laboratory, Department of Organic Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), São Paulo, Brazil
- *Correspondence: Ljubica Tasic,
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Sideri IK, Tagmatarchis N. Chemically modified carbon nanostructures and 2D nanomaterials for fabrics performing under operational tension and extreme environmental conditions. MATERIALS HORIZONS 2021; 8:3187-3200. [PMID: 34731229 DOI: 10.1039/d1mh01077h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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The extensive research on carbon nanostructures and 2D nanomaterials will come to fruition once these materials steadily join everyday-life applications. Their chemical functionalization unlocks their potential as carriers of customized properties and counterparts to fabric fibers. The scope of the current review covers the chemical modification of carbon nanostructures and 2D nanomaterials for hybrid fabrics with enhanced qualities against critical operational and weather conditions, such as antibacterial, flame retardant, UV resistant, water repellent and high air and water vapor permeability activities.
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- Ioanna K Sideri
- Theoretical and Physical Chemistry, Institute National Hellenic Research Foundation, 48 Vassileos Constantinou Avenue, 11635 Athens, Greece.
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- Theoretical and Physical Chemistry, Institute National Hellenic Research Foundation, 48 Vassileos Constantinou Avenue, 11635 Athens, Greece.
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Single-Step Pore-Selective Silver-Functionalized Honeycomb-Patterned Porous Polystyrene Film Using a Modified Breath Figure Method. Macromol Res 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s13233-021-9070-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Araújo JC, Fangueiro R, Ferreira DP. Protective Multifunctional Fibrous Systems Based on Natural Fibers and Metal Oxide Nanoparticles. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:2654. [PMID: 34451193 PMCID: PMC8402111 DOI: 10.3390/polym13162654] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2021] [Revised: 08/06/2021] [Accepted: 08/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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In recent years, an unprecedented increase in the development of products and technologies to protect the human being has been observed. Now, more than ever, the world population is exposed to several threats, harmful to their well-being and health. Chemical and biological hazardous agents stand out as one of the biggest threats, not only for the military forces, but also for the civilians. Consequently, it's essential to develop personal protective systems that are able to protect their user, not only passively, but actively, being able to detect, adsorb, degrade and decontaminate pesticides, pollutants, microorganisms and most importantly: chemical/biological warfare agents. One recent strategy for the development of active fibrous structures with improved functions and new properties is their functionalization with nanoparticles (NPs), especially metal oxides. Although their known effectiveness in the decomposition of harmful agents, the NPs could also include other functionalities in the same structure using low quantities of material, without adding extra weight, which is of huge importance for a soldier in the battlefield. The use of natural fibers as the substrate is also very interesting, since this material is a much sustainable alternative when compared to synthetic ones, also providing excellent properties.
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- Joana C Araújo
- Centre for Textile Science and Technology (2C2T), University of Minho, 4710-057 Guimarães, Portugal
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- Centre for Textile Science and Technology (2C2T), University of Minho, 4710-057 Guimarães, Portugal
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Minho, 4710-057 Guimarães, Portugal
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- Centre for Textile Science and Technology (2C2T), University of Minho, 4710-057 Guimarães, Portugal
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Teo WL. The "Maskne" microbiome - pathophysiology and therapeutics. Int J Dermatol 2021; 60:799-809. [PMID: 33576511 PMCID: PMC8013758 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.15425] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2020] [Revised: 01/03/2021] [Accepted: 01/06/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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"Maskne" is a new term coined during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. It refers to a subset of acne mechanica, deserving consideration in view of widespread reusable fabric mask-wearing to control the pandemic worldwide. Understanding of underlying pathophysiology directly relates to the novel skin microenvironment and textile-skin friction created by mask-wearing, distinct from nontextile-related acne mechanica previously linked to wearing of headgear. Specifically, the occlusive microenvironment leads to microbiome dysbiosis, which is linked to various dermatological conditions. Additional textile-skin interactions include factors such as breathability, stickiness sensations, moisture saturation, and hygiene maintenance. Increased skin temperatures can trigger sweat/heat-related dermatoses, and ear loops potentially trigger pressure-induced dermatoses. Important therapeutic considerations include increased skin irritation potential of conventional acne treatments under occlusion, exacerbation of chronic dermatoses, that is, perioral dermatitis, rosacea, and eczema, and susceptibility of these same patient groups to heightened discomfort with mask-wearing. Cotton, as the traditional fabric of choice for dermatology patients, has limited benefits in the context of face masks - increased subjective discomfort relates to increased moisture saturation and stickiness, inevitable because of high biofluid load of the nasal and oral orifices. Prolonged textile-skin contact time, directly proportional to the risk of maskne, can be an opportunity for the application of biofunctional textiles.
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- Wan-Lin Teo
- TWL Specialist Skin & Laser Centre, Singapore
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Pullangott G, Kannan U, S G, Kiran DV, Maliyekkal SM. A comprehensive review on antimicrobial face masks: an emerging weapon in fighting pandemics. RSC Adv 2021; 11:6544-6576. [PMID: 35423213 PMCID: PMC8694960 DOI: 10.1039/d0ra10009a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2020] [Accepted: 01/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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The world has witnessed several incidents of epidemics and pandemics since the beginning of human existence. The gruesome effects of microbial threats create considerable repercussions on the healthcare systems. The continually evolving nature of causative viruses due to mutation or re-assortment sometimes makes existing medicines and vaccines inactive. As a rapid response to such outbreaks, much emphasis has been placed on personal protective equipment (PPE), especially face mask, to prevent infectious diseases from airborne pathogens. Wearing face masks in public reduce disease transmission and creates a sense of community solidarity in collectively fighting the pandemic. However, excessive use of single-use polymer-based face masks can pose a significant challenge to the environment and is increasingly evident in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. On the contrary, face masks with inherent antimicrobial properties can help in real-time deactivation of microorganisms enabling multiple-use and reduces secondary infections. Given the advantages, several efforts are made incorporating natural and synthetic antimicrobial agents (AMA) to produce face mask with enhanced safety, and the literature about such efforts are summarised. The review also discusses the literature concerning the current and future market potential and environmental impacts of face masks. Among the AMA tested, metal and metal-oxide based materials are more popular and relatively matured technology. However, the repeated use of such a face mask may pose a danger to the user and environment due to leaching/detachment of nanoparticles. So careful consideration is required to select AMA and their incorporation methods to reduce their leaching and environmental impacts. Also, systematic studies are required to establish short-term and long-term benefits.
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- Gayathri Pullangott
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati Andhra Pradesh 517619 India +91 877 2503004 +91 877 2503164
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati Andhra Pradesh 517619 India +91 877 2503004 +91 877 2503164
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati Andhra Pradesh 517619 India +91 877 2503004 +91 877 2503164
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati Andhra Pradesh 517619 India
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati Andhra Pradesh 517619 India +91 877 2503004 +91 877 2503164
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Cardoso VMDO, Moreira BJ, Comparetti EJ, Sampaio I, Ferreira LMB, Lins PMP, Zucolotto V. Is Nanotechnology Helping in the Fight Against COVID-19? FRONTIERS IN NANOTECHNOLOGY 2020. [DOI: 10.3389/fnano.2020.588915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Kumar A, Sharma K, Dixit AR. Role of graphene in biosensor and protective textile against viruses. Med Hypotheses 2020; 144:110253. [PMID: 33254558 PMCID: PMC7481315 DOI: 10.1016/j.mehy.2020.110253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2020] [Revised: 08/12/2020] [Accepted: 09/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a recently discovered infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Graphene is an emerging material due to its extraordinary performance in the field of electronics and antimicrobial textiles. Special attention devoted to graphene oxide-based materials due to its surface to volume ratio is very high which make it easy to attach biomolecules by simple adsorption or by crosslinking between reactive groups and the graphene surface. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have summarized the recent developments of graphene and its derivatives with possible virus detection and textile applications. Moreover, graphene strain sensors can be executed on high-performance textiles and high-throughput drug efficacy screening.
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- Amit Kumar
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad 826004, India; Department of Mechanical Engineering, Institute of Engineering and Technology, GLA University, Mathura 281406, India.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Institute of Engineering and Technology, GLA University, Mathura 281406, India
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad 826004, India
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Zheng X, Zhang Y, Wang Z, Wang Y, Zou L, Zhou X, Hong S, Yao L, Li C. Highly effective antibacterial zeolitic imidazolate framework-67/alginate fibers. NANOTECHNOLOGY 2020; 31:375707. [PMID: 32464616 DOI: 10.1088/1361-6528/ab978a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Antibacterial fibers have great potential in many applications including wound dressings, surgical gowns, and surgical sutures, and play an important role in our daily life. However, the traditional fabrication method for the antibacterial fibers shows high cost, complexity, and inferior antibacterial durability. Herein, we report a facile and scalable fabrication of highly effective antibacterial alginate (SA) composite fibers through blend spinning of zeolitic imidazolate framework-67 (ZIF-67) particles and SA. The fabricated ZIF-67@SA composite fibers show high tensile strength and initial modulus. More importantly, the ZIF-67@SA composite fibers demonstrate excellent antibacterial properties, and the antibacterial efficiency reaches over 99% at ultralow ZIF-67 loading (0.05 wt%). In addition, the ZIF-67@SA fibers show good antibacterial durability even after five laundering cycles. The excellent antibacterial performance of the ZIF-67@SA fibers is attributed to the synergistic effects of the highly effective antibacterial ZIF-67 particles, swelling of alginate, and immobilization of ZIF-67 particles both inside and outside the fiber surface. This work may shed light on the antibacterial mechanism of metal organic frameworks and pave the way for the development of high-performance antibacterial textiles.
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- Xianhong Zheng
- School of Textile and Garment, Anhui Polytechnic University, Wuhu, Anhui 241000, People's Republic of China
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Baysal T, Noor N, Demir A. Nanofibrous MgO composites: structures, properties, and applications. POLYM-PLAST TECH MAT 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/25740881.2020.1759212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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- Tuğba Baysal
- Nanoscience and Nanoengineering Programme, Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul, Turkey
- Institute of Nanotechnology, Gebze Technical University, Kocaeli, Turkey
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- Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Textile Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul, Turkey
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Reduction of Health Care-Associated Infections (HAIs) with Antimicrobial Inorganic Nanoparticles Incorporated in Medical Textiles: An Economic Assessment. NANOMATERIALS 2020; 10:nano10050999. [PMID: 32456213 PMCID: PMC7279532 DOI: 10.3390/nano10050999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2020] [Revised: 05/08/2020] [Accepted: 05/21/2020] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Health care-associated infections (HAIs) affect millions of patients annually with up to 80,000 affected in Europe on any given day. This represents a significant societal and economic burden. Staff training, hand hygiene, patient identification and isolation and controlled antibiotic use are some of the standard ways to reduce HAI incidence but this is time consuming and subject and subject to rigorous implementation. In addition, the lack of antimicrobial activity of some disinfectants against healthcare-associated pathogens may also affect the efficacy of disinfection practices. Textiles are an attractive substrate for pathogens because of contact with the human body with the attendant warmth and moisture. Textiles and surfaces coated with engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) have shown considerable promise in reducing the microbial burden on those surfaces. Studies have also shown that this antimicrobial affect can reduce the incidence of HAIs. For all of the promising research, there has been an absence of study on the economic effectiveness of ENM coated materials in a healthcare setting. This article examines the relative economic efficacy of ENM coated materials against an antiseptic approach. The goal is to establish the economic efficacy of the widespread usage of ENM coated materials in a healthcare setting. In the absence of detailed and segregated costs, benefits and control variables over at least cross sectional data or time series, an aggregated approach is warranted. This approach, while relying on some supposition allows for a comparison with similar data regarding standard treatment to reduce HAIs and provides a reasonable economic comparison. We find that while, relative to antiseptics, ENM coated textiles represent a significant clinical advantage, they can also offer considerable cost savings.
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Robust ZIF-8/alginate fibers for the durable and highly effective antibacterial textiles. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2020; 193:111127. [PMID: 32446161 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2020.111127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2020] [Revised: 04/22/2020] [Accepted: 05/10/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Antibacterial fibers have great potential in many applications, such as medical dressings, surgical sutures and masks, etc. owing to their good growth inhibition against bacteria. However, for the fabrication of antibacterial fibers, the traditional inorganic nanoparticles coating method shows the disadvantages of high cost, low stability and binding fastness. Herein, we develop a facile, scalable and cost-effective blend spinning strategy to fabricate the highly effective antibacterial zeolitic imidazolate framework-8@alginate (ZIF-8@SA) fibers through wet spinning of the mixture of ZIF-8 and SA. The fabricated ZIF-8@SA fibers show high antibacterial efficiency, good durability and high tensile strength. The antibacterial performance of ZIF-8@SA fibers is superior to the most reported inorganic nanoparticles modified fibers. The excellent antibacterial performance of ZIF-8@SA fibers is attributed to the reactive oxygen species from the ZIF-8 and the swelling of SA. This work may shed light on the antibacterial mechanisms of metal organic frameworks and pave the way for the development of high-performance, durable and highly effective antibacterial textiles.
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Effect of Silver Nanoparticles on the Microstructure, Non-Isothermal Crystallization Behavior and Antibacterial Activity of Polyoxymethylene. Polymers (Basel) 2020; 12:polym12020424. [PMID: 32059358 PMCID: PMC7077674 DOI: 10.3390/polym12020424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2020] [Revised: 02/01/2020] [Accepted: 02/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Silver (Ag) nanoparticles were synthesized by a facile route in the presence of oleic acid and n-propylamine. It was shown that the average primary size of the as-synthesized Ag nanoparticles was approximately 10 nm and the surface of as-synthesized Ag nanoparticles was capped with monolayer surfactants with the content of 19.6%. Based on as-synthesized Ag nanoparticles, polyoxymethylene (POM)/Ag nanocomposites were prepared. The influence of Ag nanoparticles on non-isothermal crystallization behavior of POM was investigated by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). The Jeziorny, Jeziorny-modified Avrami, Ozawa, Liu and Mo, Ziabicki and Kissinger models were applied to analyze the non-isothermal melt crystallization data of POM/Ag nanocomposites. Results of half time (t1/2), crystallization rate parameter (CRP), crystallization rate function (K(T)), kinetic parameter (F(T)), the kinetic crystallizability at unit cooling rate (GZ) and the crystallization activation energy (∆E) were determined. Small amounts of Ag nanoparticles dispersed into POM matrix were shown to act as heterogeneous nuclei, which could enhance the crystallization rate of POM, increase the number of POM spherulites and reduce POM spherulites size. However, the higher loading of Ag nanoparticles were easily aggregated, which restrained POM crystallization to some degree. Furthermore, the POM/Ag nanocomposites showed robust antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus.
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