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Authors: Narjess Hajilou | Seyed Sepehr Mostafayi | Alexander L. Yarin | Tolou Shokuhfar
Source: AppliedChem (review, 2024-12-30)
Field: Materials Science — Biomaterials

A Comparative Review on Biodegradation of Poly(Lactic Acid) in Soil, Compost, Water, and Wastewater Environments: Incorporating Mathematical Modeling Perspectives As the demand for environmentally friendly materials continues to rise, poly(lactic acid) (PLA) has emerged as a promising alternative to traditional plastics. The present review offers a comprehensive analysis of the biodegradation behavior of PLA in diverse environmental settings, with a specific focus on soil, compost, water, and wastewater environments. The review presents an in-depth comparison of the degradation pathways and kinetics of PLA from 1990 to 2024. As the presence of different microorganisms in diverse environments can affect the mechanism and rate of biodegradation, it should be considered with comprehensive comparisons. It is shown that the mechanism of PLA biodegradation in soil and compost is that of enzymatic degradation, while the dominant mechanisms of degradation in water and wastewater are hydrolysis and biofilm formation, respectively. PLA reveals a sequence of biodegradation rates, with compost showing the fastest degradation, followed by soil, wastewater, accelerated landfill environments, and water environments, in descending order. In addition, mathematical models of PLA degradation were reviewed here. Ultimately, the review contributes to a broader understanding of the ecological impact of PLA, facilitating informed decision-making toward a more sustainable future. Biodegradation ; Compost ; Wastewater ; Lactic acid ; Environmental science ; Pulp and paper industry ; Waste management ; Chemistry ; Environmental engineering ; Engineering ; Bacteria ; Organic chemistry ; Biology biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties ; Microplastics and Plastic Pollution ; Antimicrobial agents and applications
Authors: Yadong Yang | Xuanze Li | Caichao Wan | Zhe Zhang | Wenzhe Cao | Guanyu Wang | Yiqiang Wu
Source: Collagen and Leather (review, 2024-11-20)
Field: Materials Science — Biomaterials

A comprehensive review of cellulose nanomaterials for adsorption of wastewater pollutants: focus on dye and heavy metal Cr adsorption and oil/water separation Adsorption ; Wastewater ; Cellulose ; Pollutant ; Nanomaterials ; Heavy metals ; Metal ; Environmental chemistry ; Oil spill ; Chemistry ; Environmental science ; Waste management ; Chemical engineering ; Materials science ; Environmental engineering ; Organic chemistry ; Nanotechnology ; Engineering Advanced Cellulose Research Studies ; Nanomaterials for catalytic reactions ; Adsorption and biosorption for pollutant removal
Authors: Ruoyu Cheng | Shiqi Wang
Source: Drug Delivery and Translational Research (review, 2024-04-13)
Field: Materials Science — Biomaterials

Cell-mediated nanoparticle delivery systems: towards precision nanomedicine Cell-mediated nanoparticle delivery systems (CMNDDs) utilize cells as carriers to deliver the drug-loaded nanoparticles. Unlike the traditional nanoparticle drug delivery approaches, CMNDDs take the advantages of cell characteristics, such as the homing capabilities of stem cells, inflammatory chemotaxis of neutrophils, prolonged blood circulation of red blood cells, and internalization of macrophages. Subsequently, CMNDDs can easily prolong the blood circulation, cross biological barriers, such as the blood-brain barrier and the bone marrow-blood barrier, and rapidly arrive at the diseased areas. Such advantageous properties make CMNDDs promising delivery candidates for precision targeting. In this review, we summarize the recent advances in CMNDDs fabrication and biomedical applications. Specifically, ligand-receptor interactions, non-covalent interactions, covalent interactions, and internalization are commonly applied in constructing CMNDDs in vitro. By hitchhiking cells, such as macrophages, red blood cells, monocytes, neutrophils, and platelets, nanoparticles can be internalized or attached to cells to construct CMNDDs in vivo. Then we highlight the recent application of CMNDDs in treating different diseases, such as cancer, central nervous system disorders, lung diseases, and cardiovascular diseases, with a brief discussion about challenges and future perspectives in the end. Drug delivery ; Nanomedicine ; Internalization ; Homing (biology) ; In vivo ; Stem cell ; Blood circulation ; Chemistry ; Nanotechnology ; Medicine ; Cell ; Nanoparticle ; Cell biology ; Biology ; Materials science ; Biochemistry Nanoparticle-Based Drug Delivery ; Graphene and Nanomaterials Applications ; RNA Interference and Gene Delivery
Authors: He Han | Yanjun Li | Zhichao Lou
Source: Composites Communications (article, 2024-08-17)
Field: Materials Science — Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials

Multi-interface engineering design of nitrogen-doped bamboo-based carbon/Fe/Fe3C composite electromagnetic wave absorber based on honeycomb-ant nest-like structure Composite number ; Bamboo ; Materials science ; Carbon fibers ; Honeycomb ; Interface (matter) ; Doping ; Composite material ; Nitrogen ; Optoelectronics ; Physics Electromagnetic wave absorption materials ; Advanced Antenna and Metasurface Technologies ; Cellular and Composite Structures
Authors: Hicham Helal | Mohammadi Ahrouch | Abdelaziz Rabehi | Dario Zappa | Elisabetta Comini
Source: Crystals (review, 2024-03-26)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

Nanostructured Materials for Enhanced Performance of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells: A Comprehensive Review Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) have emerged as promising candidates for efficient and environmentally friendly energy conversion technologies. Their high energy conversion efficiency and fuel flexibility make them particularly attractive for various applications, ranging from stationary power generation to portable electronic devices. Recently, research has focused on utilizing nanostructured materials to enhance the performance of SOFCs. This comprehensive review summarizes the latest advancements in the design, fabrication, and characterization of nanostructured materials integrated in SOFC. The review begins by elucidating the fundamental principles underlying SOFC operation, emphasizing the critical role of electrode materials, electrolytes, and interfacial interactions in overall cell performance, and the importance of nanostructured materials in addressing key challenges. It provides an in-depth analysis of various types of nanostructures, highlighting their roles in improving the electrochemical performance, stability, and durability of SOFCs. Furthermore, this review delves into the fabrication techniques that enable precise control over nanostructure morphology, composition, and architecture. The influence of nanoscale effects on ionic and electronic transport within the electrolyte and electrodes is thoroughly explored, shedding light on the mechanisms behind enhanced performance. By providing a comprehensive overview of the current state of research on nanostructured materials for SOFCs, this review aims to guide researchers, engineers, and policymakers toward the development of high-performance, cost-effective, and sustainable energy conversion systems. Fuel cells ; Materials science ; Oxide ; Nanotechnology ; Chemical engineering ; Metallurgy ; Engineering Advancements in Solid Oxide Fuel Cells ; Electronic and Structural Properties of Oxides ; Catalysis and Oxidation Reactions
Authors: Rida Younas | Farhat Jubeen | N. Bano | Silvana Andreescu | Zhang Hong-xia | Akhtar Hayat
Source: Biotechnology and Bioengineering (article, 2024-04-25)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) as carrier for improved drug delivery and biosensing applications Porous organic frameworks (POFs) represent a significant subclass of nanoporous materials in the field of materials science, offering exceptional characteristics for advanced applications. Covalent organic frameworks (COFs), as a novel and intriguing type of porous material, have garnered considerable attention due to their unique design capabilities, diverse nature, and wide-ranging applications. The unique structural features of COFs, such as high surface area, tuneable pore size, and chemical stability, render them highly attractive for various applications, including targeted and controlled drug release, as well as improving the sensitivity and selectivity of electrochemical biosensors. Therefore, it is crucial to comprehend the methods employed in creating COFs with specific properties that can be effectively utilized in biomedical applications. To address this indispensable fact, this review paper commences with a concise summary of the different methods and classifications utilized in synthesizing COFs. Second, it highlights the recent advancements in COFs for drug delivery, including drug carriers as well as the classification of drug delivery systems and biosensing, encompassing drugs, biomacromolecules, small biomolecules and the detection of biomarkers. While exploring the potential of COFs in the biomedical field, it is important to acknowledge the limitations that researchers may encounter, which could impact the practicality of their applications. Third, this paper concludes with a thought-provoking discussion that thoroughly addresses the challenges and opportunities associated with leveraging COFs for biomedical applications. This review paper aims to contribute to the scientific community's understanding of the immense potential of COFs in improving drug delivery systems and enhancing the performance of biosensors in biomedical applications. Nanotechnology ; Drug delivery ; Computer science ; Biosensor ; Biochemical engineering ; Materials science ; Engineering Covalent Organic Framework Applications ; Metal-Organic Frameworks: Synthesis and Applications ; Luminescence and Fluorescent Materials
Authors: Ancuța Dinu | Alexandra Virginia Bounegru | Cătalina Iticescu | L. Georgescu | Constantin Apetrei
Source: Nanomaterials (article, 2024-04-18)
Field: Chemistry — Electrochemistry

Electrochemical Detection of Cd2+, Pb2+, Cu2+ and Hg2+ with Sensors Based on Carbonaceous Nanomaterials and Fe3O4 Nanoparticles Two electrochemical sensors were developed in this study, with their preparations using two nanomaterials with remarkable properties, namely, carbon nanofibers (CNF) modified with Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> nanoparticles and multilayer carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) modified with Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> nanoparticles. The modified screen-printed electrodes (SPE) were thus named SPE/Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-CNF and SPE/Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-MWCNT and were used for the simultaneous detection of heavy metals (Cd<sup>2+</sup>, Pb<sup>2+</sup>, Cu<sup>2+</sup> and Hg<sup>2+</sup>). The sensors have been spectrometrically and electrochemically characterized. The limits of detection of the SPE/Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-CNF sensor were 0.0615 μM, 0.0154 μM, 0.0320 μM and 0.0148 μM for Cd<sup>2+</sup>, Pb<sup>2+</sup>, Cu<sup>2+</sup> and Hg<sup>2+</sup>, respectively, and 0.2719 μM, 0.3187 μM, 1.0436 μM and 0.9076 μM in the case of the SPE/ Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-MWCNT sensor (following optimization of the working parameters). Due to the modifying material, the results showed superior performance for the SPE/Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-CNF sensor, with extended linearity ranges and detection limits in the nanomolar range, compared to those of the SPE/Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-MWCNT sensor. For the quantification of heavy metal ions Cd<sup>2+</sup>, Pb<sup>2+</sup>, Cu<sup>2+</sup> and Hg<sup>2+</sup> with the SPE/Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-CNF sensor from real samples, the standard addition method was used because the values obtained for the recovery tests were good. The analysis of surface water samples from the Danube River has shown that the obtained values are significantly lower than the maximum limits allowed according to the quality standards specified by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and those of the World Health Organization (WHO). This research provides a complementary method based on electrochemical sensors for in situ monitoring of surface water quality, representing a useful tool in environmental studies. Nanomaterials ; Detection limit ; Materials science ; Carbon nanofiber ; Nanoparticle ; Electrochemistry ; Metal ions in aqueous solution ; Carbon nanotube ; Electrochemical gas sensor ; Electrode ; Carbon fibers ; Nanotechnology ; Metal ; Nuclear chemistry ; Chemistry ; Chromatography ; Composite number ; Metallurgy ; Composite material Electrochemical Analysis and Applications ; Advanced Chemical Sensor Technologies ; Analytical Chemistry and Sensors
Authors: Mohammadreza Rostami | Gholamreza Jahed Khaniki | Ebrahim Molaee-Aghaee | Nabi Shariatifar | Mahmood Alizadeh Sani | Mahmoud Azami | Sima Rezvantalab | Soghra Ramezani | Marjan Ghorbani
Source: Scientific Reports (article, 2024-02-22)
Field: Materials Science — Biomaterials

Polycaprolactone/polyacrylic acid/graphene oxide composite nanofibers as a highly efficient sorbent to remove lead toxic metal from drinking water and apple juice Due to the characteristics of electrospun nanofibers (NFs), they are considered a suitable substrate for the adsorption and removal of heavy metals. Electrospun nanofibers are prepared based on optimized polycaprolactone (PCL, 12 wt%) and polyacrylic acid (PAA, 1 wt%) polymers loaded with graphene oxide nanoparticles (GO NPs, 1 wt%). The morphological, molecular interactions, crystallinity, thermal, hydrophobicity, and biocompatibility properties of NFs are characterized by spectroscopy (scanning electron microscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, Thermogravimetric analysis), contact angle, and MTT tests. Finally, the adsorption efficacy of NFs to remove lead (Pb<sup>2+</sup>) from water and apple juice samples was determined using inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES). The average diameter for PCL, PCL/PAA, and PCL/PAA/GO NFs was 137, 500, and 216 nm, respectively. Additionally, the contact angle for PCL, PCL/PAA, and PCL/PAA/GO NFs was obtained at 74.32º, 91.98º, and 94.59º, respectively. The cytotoxicity test has shown non-toxicity for fabricated NFs against the HUVEC endothelial cell line by more than 80% survival during 72 h. Under optimum conditions including pH (= 6), temperature (25 °C), Pb concentration (25 to 50 mg/L), and time (15 to 30 min), the adsorption efficiency was generally between 80 and 97%. The adsorption isotherm model of PCL/PAA/GO NFs in the adsorption of lead metal follows the Langmuir model, and the reaction kinetics follow the pseudo-second-order. PCL/PA/GO NFs have shown adsorption of over 80% in four consecutive cycles. The adsorption efficacy of NFs to remove Pb in apple juice has reached 76%. It is appropriate and useful to use these nanofibers as a high-efficiency adsorbent in water and food systems based on an analysis of their adsorption properties and how well they work. Thermogravimetric analysis ; Polyacrylic acid ; Langmuir adsorption model ; Adsorption ; Nuclear chemistry ; Nanofiber ; Materials science ; Contact angle ; Chemical engineering ; Electrospinning ; Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy ; Graphene ; Polycaprolactone ; Chemistry ; Polymer ; Organic chemistry ; Composite material ; Nanotechnology Electrospun Nanofibers in Biomedical Applications ; Graphene and Nanomaterials Applications ; Membrane Separation Technologies
Authors: Xiaoming Mao | Nicholas A. Kotov
Source: MRS Bulletin (article, 2024-04-01)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

Complexity, disorder, and functionality of nanoscale materials Abstract The world of biology created a wealth of complex materials intertwining order, disorder, and hierarchy. They are produced with minimal energy expenditures and display combinations of properties that surpass materials aimed to be perfectly ordered crystals or perfectly disordered glasses. De novo engineering of biomimetic materials with “impossible” combination of properties necessary for multiple technologies becomes possible considering complexity as a design parameter but this methodology lacks foundational principles. This article delineates the concept of complexity in the context of materials science. It examines the pathway to quantitative complexity–functionality relations and explores pragmatic approaches to scalable complex materials guided by discrete mathematics of nanoassemblies from imperfect components. Graphical abstract Hierarchy ; Imperfect ; Scalability ; Context (archaeology) ; Computer science ; Nanotechnology ; Complex system ; Order (exchange) ; Materials science ; Artificial intelligence Machine Learning in Materials Science ; Calcium Carbonate Crystallization and Inhibition ; Origins and Evolution of Life
Authors: M. Kashif Masood | Jing Wang | Juntao Song | Ying Liu
Source: Journal of Materials Chemistry A (article, 2024-01-01)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

Exploring the potential of MB<sub>4</sub> (M = Cr, Mo, and W) MBenes as high-capacity anode materials for Ca-ion batteries: a DFT approach In a Ca-ion battery, positively charged calcium ions flow through a separator to the cathode. This leaves a negative charge of electrons on the anode. When charging, this flow is reversed. Anode ; Ion ; Materials science ; Chemical engineering ; Nuclear engineering ; Nuclear chemistry ; Chemistry ; Physical chemistry ; Engineering ; Electrode ; Organic chemistry MXene and MAX Phase Materials ; Advancements in Battery Materials ; Boron and Carbon Nanomaterials Research
Authors: Hani Nasser Abdelhamid
Source: International Journal of Molecular Sciences (review, 2024-08-05)
Field: Materials Science — Biomaterials

Nanocellulose-Based Materials for Water Pollutant Removal: A Review Cellulose in the nano regime, defined as nanocellulose, has been intensively used for water treatment. Nanocellulose can be produced in various forms, including colloidal, water redispersible powders, films, membranes, papers, hydrogels/aerogels, and three-dimensional (3D) objects. They were reported for the removal of water contaminants, e.g., heavy metals, dyes, drugs, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, microbial cells, and other pollutants from water systems. This review summarized the recent technologies for water treatment using nanocellulose-based materials. A scientometric analysis of the topic was also included. Cellulose-based materials enable the removal of water contaminants, and salts offer advanced technologies for water desalination. They are widely used as substrates, adsorbents, and catalysts. They were applied for pollutant removal via several methods such as adsorption, filtration, disinfection, coagulation/flocculation, chemical precipitation, sedimentation, filtration (e.g., ultrafiltration (UF), nanofiltration (NF)), electrofiltration (electrodialysis), ion-exchange, chelation, catalysis, and photocatalysis. Processing cellulose into commercial products enables the wide use of nanocellulose-based materials as adsorbents and catalysts. Nanocellulose ; Adsorption ; Nanofiltration ; Ultrafiltration (renal) ; Cellulose ; Water treatment ; Filtration (mathematics) ; Flocculation ; Desalination ; Pollutant ; Chemistry ; Chemical engineering ; Environmental chemistry ; Materials science ; Membrane ; Environmental science ; Chromatography ; Environmental engineering ; Organic chemistry Advanced Cellulose Research Studies ; Electrohydrodynamics and Fluid Dynamics
Authors: Mohammadreza Mahdavijalal | Carmine Petio | Giovanni Staffilano | Roberto Mandrioli | Michele Protti
Source: Molecules (article, 2024-05-12)
Field: Chemistry — Analytical Chemistry

Innovative Solid-Phase Extraction Strategies for Improving the Advanced Chromatographic Determination of Drugs in Challenging Biological Samples In the past few decades, considerable scientific strides have been made in the subject of drug analysis in human biological samples. However, the risk caused by incorrect drug plasma levels in patients still remains an important concern. This review paper attempts to investigate the advances made over the last ten years in common sample preparation techniques (SPT) for biological samples based on solid sorbents, including solid-phase extraction (SPE) and solid-phase micro-extraction (SPME), and in particular in the field of molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs), including non-stimuli-responsive and stimuli-responsive adsorbents. This class of materials is known as 'smart adsorbents', exhibiting tailored responses to various stimuli such as magnetic fields, pH, temperature, and light. Details are provided on how these advanced SPT are changing the landscape of modern drug analysis in their coupling with liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) analytical techniques, a general term that includes high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and ultra-high performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC), as well as any variation of MS, such as tandem (MS/MS), multiple-stage (MS<sup>n</sup>), and high-resolution (HRMS) mass spectrometry. Some notes are also provided on coupling with less-performing techniques, such as high-performance liquid chromatography with ultraviolet (HPLC-UV) and diode array detection (HPLC-DAD) detection. Finally, we provide a general review of the difficulties and benefits of the proposed approaches and the future prospects of this research area. Chromatography ; High-performance liquid chromatography ; Solid phase extraction ; Mass spectrometry ; Extraction (chemistry) ; Chromatography detector ; Sample preparation ; High resolution ; Molecularly imprinted polymer ; Materials science ; Chemistry ; Selectivity Analytical chemistry methods development ; Analytical Chemistry and Chromatography ; Mass Spectrometry Techniques and Applications
Authors: M. Shahid Mansuri | Shveta Bathla | TuKiet T. Lam | Angus C. Nairn | Kenneth R. Williams
Source: Journal of Proteomics (review, 2024-02-05)
Field: Chemistry — Spectroscopy

Optimal conditions for carrying out trypsin digestions on complex proteomes: From bulk samples to single cells Trypsin ; Proteome ; Proteomics ; Protease ; Digestion (alchemy) ; Chemistry ; Chromatography ; Mass spectrometry ; Bottom-up proteomics ; Biochemistry ; Enzyme ; Tandem mass spectrometry ; Protein mass spectrometry Advanced Proteomics Techniques and Applications ; Mass Spectrometry Techniques and Applications ; Advanced biosensing and bioanalysis techniques