scholarly journals Novelty of Bioengineered Iron Nanoparticles in Nanocoated Surgical Cotton: A Green Chemistry

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bhavika Turakhia ◽  
Saujanya Chikkala ◽  
Sejal Shah

The current focus of nanotechnology is to develop environmentally safe methodologies for the formulation of nanoparticles. The phytochemistry of Zingiber officinale inspired us to utilize it for the synthesis of iron nanoparticles. GC-MS analysis revealed the phytochemical profile of ginger. Out of 20 different chemicals, gingerol was found to be the most potent phytochemical with a retention time of 40.48 min. The present study reports a rapid synthesis method for the formation of iron nanoparticles and its potential efficacy as an antibacterial agent and an antioxidant. Because of its antibacterial property, ginger extract was used to coat surgical cotton. Synthesized ginger root iron nanoparticles (GR-FeNPs) were characterized by UV-visible spectroscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), X-ray diffraction analysis, and particle size analysis. XRD confirmed the crystalline structure of iron oxide nanoparticles as it showed the crystal plane (2 2 0), (3 1 1), (2 2 2), and (4 0 0). The particle size analyzer (PSA) showed the average size of the particles, 56.2 nm. The antimicrobial activity of the FeNPs was tested against different Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. E. coli showed maximum inhibition as compared with the other organisms. Antioxidant activity proved the maximum rate of free radicals at 160 µg/mL produced by nanoparticles. In addition, the antimicrobial activity of nanocoated surgical cotton was evaluated on the first day and 30th day after coating, which clearly showed excellent growth inhibition of organisms, setting a new path in the field of medical microbiology. Hence, iron-nanocoated surgical cotton synthesized using green chemistry, which is antimicrobial and cost effective, might be economically helpful and provide insights to the medical field, replacing conventional wound healing treatments, for better prognosis.

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 6000-6006

This study approached the developing of grafted beta cyclodextrins (β-CD) for achievement multifunctional properties. Hyperbranched bis-MPA-polyester-16-hydroxyl, generation 2, (HBPE-2) was used as crosslinker in the presence of cobalt (Co) or nickel (Ni) acetate using emulsion technique. The resulting materials were applied in the printing paste for in situ printing of cellulosic fabrics using phthalocyanine organic pigment (C.I: pigment blue 15:3). Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), transmission electron microscope (TEM) and particle size distribution analysis using dynamic light scattering (DLS) technique were examined to illustrate the structure and morphologies of the prepared materials. Moreover, the antimicrobial activity against gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus) and gram-negative (Escherichia coli) bacteria using the agar diffusion method was also carried out. The FTIR results demonstrated that HBPE-2 can serve as a good crosslinker to obtain the grafted β-CD with high thermal stability and physical attachment relative to the uncrosslinked one. Also, TEM and particle size analysis indicated that successful metal binding to the grafted β-CD was obtained with different morphologies and low particle size relative the uncrosslinked one. All the grafted β-CD samples exhibited good antimicrobial activity up to 20 mg concentration. Besides, the prepared materials accelerated the colour fixation on the surface of the cellulosic fabric prints relative to the used conventional pigment printing under the unfavorable conditions.


2021 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 46-46
Author(s):  
Hafsa Noureen Hafsa Noureen ◽  
Mubashra Salim Mubashra Salim ◽  
Amjad Nadeem Amjad Nadeem ◽  
Sana Shafiq Sana Shafiq ◽  
Samia Yousuf Samia Yousuf ◽  
...  

Aim of this study was to report the biocompatibility of Holmium zirconate, zinc sulphide and holmium zirconate/zinc sulphide (HO2Zr2O7/ZnS) nanocomposite in albino mice. Holmium zirconate, zinc sulphide and holmium zirconate/zinc sulphide (Ho2Zr2O7/ZnS) nanocomposite were synthesized by, normal microemulsion, chemical co-precipitation and two step synthesis method, respectively. The synthesized materials were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) for the confirmation of phase while scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used morphological analysis. The composition and the particle size distribution were confirmed by energy dispersive spectroscopy and particle size analysis respectively. Seven week old mice were divided into two groups in a gender specific manner: control group that were intraperitoneally injected with saline solution and treated group were administered with 50 mg/ml solvent/Kg body weight of Holmium zirconate/zinc sulphide nanocomposite for 22 days. A series of neurological tests, blood cell count, selected serum parameters and biomarkers of oxidative stress were analysed in vital organs of both treatments. It was observed that nanocomposite treated female mice remained mobile (P = 0.05) for longer time while both male (P = 0.03) and female (P = 0.02) mice had more rotations than saline treated mice during open field test. Nanocomposite treated male had reduced stretch attend reflex during light dark box test. Blood and serum parameters remained unaffected (P ˃ 0.05) when compared between nanocomposite treated and untreated mice of both genders. Malondialdehyde concentration was significantly elevated (P = 0.04) in liver of male while superoxide dismutase concentrations were significantly reduced (P = 0.05) in brain of female albino mice treated with nanocomposite than their respective control groups.


2007 ◽  
Vol 336-338 ◽  
pp. 948-951
Author(s):  
Chang An Wang ◽  
Chun Qing Peng ◽  
Yang Song ◽  
Yong Huang

A synthesis method of high-pure Ti3AlC2 powder with a large scale was presented as pressureless synthesis using TiC, Ti and Al powders as starting materials at 1300~1450°C in flow Ar. The different raw material scales were tested from 2 g to 1.0 kg, and the results showed that the purities of Ti3AlC2 powders could be kept around 97 wt% at different scales of raw materials. SEM observation and particle size analysis revealed that the synthesized Ti3AlC2 powders were uniform and around 5 μm in particle size. This method can be used for mass production of Ti3AlC2 powders with high-purity.


Author(s):  
Avinash Kumar Reddy G ◽  
Krishna Reddy BV ◽  
Nageswara Rao G

Silver nanoparticles have their demand in various fields of science and technology and their applications extend even in medical and pharmaceutical arenas. They have been used as preservatives, diagnosing aids and potent antibacterial agents. But their production is a serious matter of concern when it comes to cost, efficacy and toxicity issues. Overcoming these limitations green synthesis has taken its advantage for their commercial and large scale synthesis. This research concentrates on the preparation of silver nano particles by using purified leaf extract of Lannea coromandelica and evaluation of the same using UV-Vis Spectrophotometry, FTIR, EDXS, SEM and particle size analysis. The produced nanoparticles exhibited surface plasmon resonance at 420nm in UV spectroscopy. EDS Spectrum showed the presence of metallic silver in the solution. They are roughly cubic in shape, smooth surfaced and measure about 10-20nm in diameter which is evident from the particle size analysis. FTIR studies revealed the presence of O-H groups indicating polyphenols and also confirms capping of proteins over the nanoparticles. The results proved the eco-friendly synthesized silver nanoparticles. The prepared nanoparticles have been analyzed using sophisticated analytical instruments. The results confirm the formation of silver nanoparticles. The bio-mimetic synthesis of silver nanoparticles is relatively safer and cost effective. The potency and effect of silver nanoparticles was determined yet the toxicity was to be considered for establishing it as a therapeutic agent.


2021 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 46-46
Author(s):  
Hafsa Noureen Hafsa Noureen ◽  
Mubashra Salim Mubashra Salim ◽  
Amjad Nadeem Amjad Nadeem ◽  
Sana Shafiq Sana Shafiq ◽  
Samia Yousuf Samia Yousuf ◽  
...  

Aim of this study was to report the biocompatibility of Holmium zirconate, zinc sulphide and holmium zirconate/zinc sulphide (HO2Zr2O7/ZnS) nanocomposite in albino mice. Holmium zirconate, zinc sulphide and holmium zirconate/zinc sulphide (Ho2Zr2O7/ZnS) nanocomposite were synthesized by, normal microemulsion, chemical co-precipitation and two step synthesis method, respectively. The synthesized materials were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) for the confirmation of phase while scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used morphological analysis. The composition and the particle size distribution were confirmed by energy dispersive spectroscopy and particle size analysis respectively. Seven week old mice were divided into two groups in a gender specific manner: control group that were intraperitoneally injected with saline solution and treated group were administered with 50 mg/ml solvent/Kg body weight of Holmium zirconate/zinc sulphide nanocomposite for 22 days. A series of neurological tests, blood cell count, selected serum parameters and biomarkers of oxidative stress were analysed in vital organs of both treatments. It was observed that nanocomposite treated female mice remained mobile (P = 0.05) for longer time while both male (P = 0.03) and female (P = 0.02) mice had more rotations than saline treated mice during open field test. Nanocomposite treated male had reduced stretch attend reflex during light dark box test. Blood and serum parameters remained unaffected (P ˃ 0.05) when compared between nanocomposite treated and untreated mice of both genders. Malondialdehyde concentration was significantly elevated (P = 0.04) in liver of male while superoxide dismutase concentrations were significantly reduced (P = 0.05) in brain of female albino mice treated with nanocomposite than their respective control groups.


2021 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 46-46
Author(s):  
Hafsa Noureen Hafsa Noureen ◽  
Mubashra Salim Mubashra Salim ◽  
Amjad Nadeem Amjad Nadeem ◽  
Sana Shafiq Sana Shafiq ◽  
Samia Yousuf Samia Yousuf ◽  
...  

Aim of this study was to report the biocompatibility of Holmium zirconate, zinc sulphide and holmium zirconate/zinc sulphide (HO2Zr2O7/ZnS) nanocomposite in albino mice. Holmium zirconate, zinc sulphide and holmium zirconate/zinc sulphide (Ho2Zr2O7/ZnS) nanocomposite were synthesized by, normal microemulsion, chemical co-precipitation and two step synthesis method, respectively. The synthesized materials were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) for the confirmation of phase while scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used morphological analysis. The composition and the particle size distribution were confirmed by energy dispersive spectroscopy and particle size analysis respectively. Seven week old mice were divided into two groups in a gender specific manner: control group that were intraperitoneally injected with saline solution and treated group were administered with 50 mg/ml solvent/Kg body weight of Holmium zirconate/zinc sulphide nanocomposite for 22 days. A series of neurological tests, blood cell count, selected serum parameters and biomarkers of oxidative stress were analysed in vital organs of both treatments. It was observed that nanocomposite treated female mice remained mobile (P = 0.05) for longer time while both male (P = 0.03) and female (P = 0.02) mice had more rotations than saline treated mice during open field test. Nanocomposite treated male had reduced stretch attend reflex during light dark box test. Blood and serum parameters remained unaffected (P ˃ 0.05) when compared between nanocomposite treated and untreated mice of both genders. Malondialdehyde concentration was significantly elevated (P = 0.04) in liver of male while superoxide dismutase concentrations were significantly reduced (P = 0.05) in brain of female albino mice treated with nanocomposite than their respective control groups.


Circular ◽  
1985 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lawrence J. Poppe ◽  
A.H. Eliason ◽  
J.J. Fredericks

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