scholarly journals Development of a Multifunctional Bioerodible Nanocomposite Containing Metronidazole and Curcumin to Apply on L-PRF Clot to Promote Tissue Regeneration in Dentistry

Biomedicines ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 425 ◽  
Author(s):  
Denise Murgia ◽  
Giuseppe Angellotti ◽  
Alice Conigliaro ◽  
Francesco Carfi Pavia ◽  
Fabio D'Agostino ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Alveolar Bone ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Lipid Mixture ◽  
Hydrophilic Matrix ◽  
Dental Tissues ◽  
Tissue Healing ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Antioxidant Agents

Teeth extractions are often followed by alveolar bone reabsorption, although an adequate level of bone is required for reliable rehabilitations by dental implants. Leukocyte and platelet-rich fibrin (L-PRF) has been widely applied in regenerative procedures and with antibiotic and antioxidant agents could play an essential role in hard and soft tissue healing. In this work, a nanocomposite (Sponge-C-MTR) consisting of a hyaluronate-based sponge loaded with metronidazole (MTR) and nanostructured lipid carriers containing curcumin (CUR-NLC) was designed to be wrapped in the L-PRF™ membrane in the post-extraction sockets and characterized. CUR-NLCs, obtained by homogenization followed by high-frequency sonication of the lipid mixture, showed loading capacity (5% w/w), drug recovery (95% w/w), spherical shape with an average particle size of 112.0 nm, and Zeta potential of −24 mV. Sponge-C-MTR was obtained by entrapping CUR-NLC in a hydrophilic matrix by a freeze-drying process, and physico-chemical and cytocompatibility properties were evaluated. Moreover, the aptitude of CUR and MTR to the penetrate and/or permeate both L-PRF™ and porcine buccal tissue was assessed, highlighting MTR penetration and CUR accumulation promoted by the system. The results positively support the action of nanocomposite in dental tissues regeneration when applied together with the L-PRF™.

Preparation ZnO nanoparticles with Different Concentration by Laser Ablation in Liquid

2021 ◽  
Vol 39 (1B) ◽  
pp. 197-202
Author(s):  
Ghufran S. Jaber ◽  
Khawla S. Khashan ◽  
Maha J. Abbas
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Laser Ablation ◽  
Laser Pulse ◽  
Laser Energy ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Pulse Number ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Zno Nps ◽  
Laser Ablation In Liquid

The effects of varying laser pulse numbers on the fabricated of ZnONPs by pulsed laser ablation in deionized water of Zn-metal are investigated. The Nd: YAG laser at energy 600mJ prepared three samples by change the laser pulse number (100, 150, and 200). The results were collected and examined using an electron scanning microscope, XRD – diffraction, and transmission electron microscope. The result revealed the colloidal spherical shape and the homogeneous composition of the ZnO NPs. The nanoparticles resulted in different concentrations and sized distributions by changing the pulse number of a laser. The average particle size and the mass concentration of particle size increase with an increasing number of laser pulses by fixed the laser energy.

scholarly journals Effect of the polymeric coating over Fe3O4 particles used for magnetic separation

2010 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 1041-1046 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raúl Reza ◽  
Carlos Martínez Pérez ◽  
Claudia Rodríguez González ◽  
Humberto Romero ◽  
Perla García Casillas
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Magnetite Nanoparticles ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Polymeric Coating ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Synthesis Conditions ◽  
Aging Conditions ◽  
Magnetite Particles ◽  
Average Size

AbstractIn this work, the synthesis of magnetite nanoparticles by two variant chemical coprecipitation methods that involve reflux and aging conditions was investigated. The influence of the synthesis conditions on particle size, morphology, magnetic properties and protein adsorption were studied. The synthesized magnetite nanoparticles showed a spherical shape with an average particle size directly influenced by the synthesis technique. Particles of average size 27 nm and 200 nm were obtained. When the coprecipitation method was used without reflux and aging, the smallest particles were obtained. Magnetite nanoparticles obtained from both methods exhibited a superparamagnetic behavior and their saturation magnetization was particle size dependent. Values of 67 and 78 emu g−1 were obtained for the 27 nm and 200 nm magnetite particles, respectively. The nanoparticles were coated with silica, aminosilane, and silica-aminosilane shell. The influence of the coating on protein absorption was studied using Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA) protein.

Preparation and Particle Size Characterization of Cu Nanoparticles Prepared by Anodic Arc Plasma

2010 ◽  
Vol 92 ◽  
pp. 163-169
Author(s):  
Hong Xia Qiao ◽  
Zhi Qiang Wei ◽  
Ming Ru Zhou ◽  
Zhong Mao He
Keyword(s):  
Crystal Structure ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Specific Surface ◽  
Size Distribution ◽  
Surface Area ◽  
Specific Surface Area ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Uniform Size

Copper nanoparticles were successfully prepared in large scales by means of anodic arc discharging plasma method in inert atmosphere. The particle size, specific surface area, crystal structure and morphology of the samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), BET equation, transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and the corresponding selected area electron diffraction (SAED). The experiment results indicate that the crystal structure of the samples is fcc structure as same as that of the bulk materials. The specific surface area is is 11 m2/g, with the particle size distribution ranging from 30 to 90 nm, the average particle size about 67nm obtained from TEM and confirmed from XRD and BET results. The nanoparticles have uniform size, higher purity, narrow size distribution and spherical shape can be prepared by this convenient and effective method.

Characteristics of La0.8Sr0.05Ca0.15CrO3 Interconnect Material for SOFC Synthesized by a Modified Pechini Method, USP, and GNP

2007 ◽  
Vol 124-126 ◽  
pp. 799-802
Author(s):  
Tak Hyoung Lim ◽  
Gil Yong Lee ◽  
Dong Hyun Peck ◽  
Rak Hyun Song ◽  
Dong Ryul Shin
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Perovskite Phase ◽  
Pechini Method ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Orthorhombic Structure ◽  
Single Perovskite Phase ◽  
Modified Pechini Method ◽  
Interconnect Material

The characteristics of La0.8Sr0.05Ca0.15CrO3 interconnect material synthesized by modified pechini method, USP, and GNP was investigated. The powder synthesized by Pechini method exhibited somewhat aggregated shape. The precursor synthesized by USP had spherical shape and their particle size decreased somewhat after calcining procedure at 1000oC. In the case of GNP, the precursor formed agglomerated particles. The average particle size of powders synthesized by Pechini method, USP, and GNP were 0.4+m, 0.6+m, and below 10nm, respectively. The La0.8Sr0.05Ca0.15CrO3 powder had a single perovskite phase and orthorhombic structure. After sintering at 1400oC and 1500oC, the relative density of samples synthesized by pechini method was approximately 95% and that of samples synthesized by USP was slightly small. However, that of the samples synthesized by GNP was approximately 92%.

scholarly journals PCL/PHBV Microparticles as Innovative Carriers for Oral Controlled Release of Manidipine Dihydrochloride

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fernanda Malaquias Barboza ◽  
Willian Moreira Machado ◽  
Luiz Renato Olchanheski Junior ◽  
Josiane Padilha de Paula ◽  
Sônia Faria Zawadzki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Controlled Release ◽  
Animal Studies ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Chemically Modified ◽  
Diffraction Patterns

Microparticles of poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) and poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) containing manidipine dihydrochloride (MAN) were successfully prepared by the simple emulsion/solvent evaporation method. All formulations showed loading efficiency rates greater than 80% and average particle size less than 8 μm. Formulations had spherical shape with smooth and porous surface for PCL and PHBV, respectively. According to Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, initial components were not chemically modified during microencapsulation. X-ray diffraction patterns and differential scanning calorimetry demonstrated that this process led to drug amorphization.In vitrodissolution studies showed that all microparticles prolonged MAN release, mainly which one obtained using PCL that contained 5% of drug loaded (PCL-M5). Animal studies demonstrated that formulationPCL-M5was able to keep the variation of mean arterial pressure after phenylephrine administration up to 24 hours. These data confirmed the sustained antihypertensive effect of the investigated microparticles. Results provided an experimental basis for using formulationPCL-M5as a feasible carrier for oral controlled release of MAN intended for treating high blood pressure.

scholarly journals Preparation, characterization and analysis of zinc oxide nano-particles using a sol-gel technique as an inhibitor for bacteria

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 747-754
Author(s):  
Saja S. Al-Taweel ◽  
Rana S. Al-Taweel ◽  
Hasan M. Luaibi
Keyword(s):  
Zinc Oxide ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Nano Particles ◽  
Klebsiella Pneumonia ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Zno Nps ◽  
Atomic Force

In this work, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO - NPs) were prepared using a sol-gel methodology and tested for their antibacterial activity against each of the following pathogenic species: Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumonia, and Staphylococcus aureus by well diffusion assay. The sample prepared was characterized by different techniques: Atomic Force Microscope AFM; Fourier Transform Infrared FT-IR; Scanning Electron Microscope SEM and X-Ray Diffraction Spectroscopy XRD. The XRD result showed that ZnO - NPs presence in wurtzite the structure of ZnO. The AFM and SEM of the surface analysis indicate that the most ZnO – NPs appear approximately in a spherical shape with some agglomeration. The average particle size for  ZnO - NPs is nearly 37 nm. Volumes 25µl, 50µl, 75µl, 100µl, 125µl, and 150µl of 10 mg\ ml concentration of  ZnO - NPs were used, the antimicrobial activity results showed that ability for  ZnO - NPs to inhibit the growth of S.aureus increased as the solution volume increased, while the growing of (K. pneumonia) and (E. coli) was inhibited only with the volume 75µl where the inhibition zones diameters were 15mm and 10mm respectively.

scholarly journals Physico-Chemical, In Vitro and Ex Vivo Characterization of Meloxicam Potassium-Cyclodextrin Nanospheres

Pharmaceutics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 1883
Author(s):  
Patrícia Varga ◽  
Rita Ambrus ◽  
Piroska Szabó-Révész ◽  
Dávid Kókai ◽  
Katalin Burián ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Spray Drying ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Rapid Onset ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Nasal Drug Delivery ◽  
Onset Of Action ◽  
Physico Chemical

Nasal drug delivery has many beneficial properties, such as avoiding the first pass metabolism and rapid onset of action. However, the limited residence time on the mucosa and limited absorption of certain molecules make the use of various excipients necessary to achieve high bioavailability. The application of mucoadhesive polymers can increase the contact time with the nasal mucosa, and permeation enhancers can enhance the absorption of the drug. We aimed to produce nanoparticles containing meloxicam potassium (MEL-P) by spray drying intended for nasal application. Various cyclodextrins (hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin, α-cyclodextrin) and biocompatible polymers (hyaluronic acid, poly(vinylalcohol)) were used as excipients to increase the permeation of the drug and to prepare mucoadhesive products. Physico-chemical, in vitro and ex vivo biopharmaceutical characterization of the formulations were performed. As a result of spray drying, mucoadhesive nanospheres (average particle size <1 µm) were prepared which contained amorphous MEL-P. Cyclodextrin-MEL-P complexes were formed and the applied excipients increased the in vitro and ex vivo permeability of MEL-P. The highest amount of MEL-P permeated from the α-cyclodextrin-based poly(vinylalcohol)-containing samples in vitro (209 μg/cm2) and ex vivo (1.47 μg/mm2) as well. After further optimization, the resulting formulations may be promising for eliciting a rapid analgesic effect through the nasal route.

scholarly journals Low-Temperature Adsorption Study of Carbon Dioxide on Porous Magnetite Nanospheres Iron Oxide

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 6252-6268
Keyword(s):  
Adsorption Isotherms ◽  
High Efficiency ◽  
Co2 Adsorption ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Total Pore Volume ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Bet Surface Area ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Type I ◽  
Magnetite Fe3o4

Porous magnetite Fe3O4 nano-spheres (PMNs) have been successfully produced and have been demonstrated to be high-efficiency adsorbents. The PMNs have a spherical shape with an average particle size of 25.84 nm. The BET surface area of PMNs is 143.65 m2g-1, with a total pore volume of 0.16 cm3g-1. As a result of CO2 adsorption and desorption features on dry PMNs, this synthesized material is projected to be exploited as possible CO2 sequestration reservoirs to minimize greenhouse gas emissions. CO2 adsorption was best at low temperatures and with dry PMNs. PMNs, on the other hand, has a very high adsorption capacity of 0.96 mmol/g. According to the IUPAC categorization of adsorption isotherms, all CO2 adsorption isotherms of coal samples fall into type I, which most likely indicates adsorption restricted to a few layers of molecules (micropores and mesopores). Langmuir, Henry, Dubbin, Temkin, Toth, Harkin-Jura, Elovich, Redlich Peterson, and Josene models suit any experimental adsorption data that best predict the heterogeneous surface features of PMNs.

scholarly journals Shortleaf Spikesedge-Driven Silver Nanoparticles for The Reduction of Methylene Blue Dye

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
NORAIN ISA ◽  
Mohamed Syazwan Osman ◽  
Haslinda Abdul Hamid ◽  
Nurdiana Samsulrizal ◽  
Vicinisvarri Inderan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Methylene Blue ◽  
Silver Nanoparticles ◽  
Reaction Time ◽  
Textile Industry ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Blue Dye ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Order Kinetic ◽  
Batch Study

Abstract The textile industry is a heavy producer of wastewater, which may result in the discharge of toxic dyes into the environment. Methylene blue (MB) is an example of the most used dye in the textile industry. It is difficult to degrade MB under normal conditions due to its highly stable molecules. Therefore, a catalyst route is desired in MB reduction. The catalyst chosen in this work was silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) synthesised by a biological method utilising shortleaf spikesedge extract (SSE) as a reducing agent. The formations of SSE driven AgNPs were monitored using visual observation (colour), ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy (UV-vis), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The different process variables (concentration of AgNO3, concentration of SSE, reaction time, temperature and pH) upon synthesis of SSE driven AgNPs were evaluated based on the absorbance of surface plasmon resonance (SPR) band. The TEM image showed that SSE driven AgNPs are highly dispersed with a quasi-spherical shape and an average particle size of approximately 17.64 nm. For the catalytic study, the reduction of MB was evaluated using two systems. A detailed batch study of the removal efficiency (%RE) and kinetics was done at ambient temperature, various MB initial concentrations, and reaction time. The batch study for System 2 clearly showed that SSE driven AgNPs exhibited 100% reduction of MB at 30–100 mg/L initial concentration (sample coding of MB30, MB50, MB70 and MB100) between 1.5 and 5.0 min reaction time. The kinetic data best fitted a pseudo-first-order kinetic model with the highest reaction rate of 2.5715 min-1. The reduction of MB occurs via the electron relay effect. These findings demonstrate that the SSE driven AgNPs are a promising candidate with potential influence on coloured wastewater.

scholarly journals Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticles by Precipitation Method with Their Antibacterial Effect

2018 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 117 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Fajri Romadhan ◽  
Nurgaha Edhi Suyatma ◽  
Fahim Muchammad Taqi
Keyword(s):  
Antimicrobial Activity ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Xrd Analysis ◽  
Zinc Nitrate ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Zno Nps

The aim of this study was to synthesize and characterize Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) prepared by precipitation method. Zinc nitrate and sodium hydroxide was used as starting materials with biopolymer pectin as capping agent. ZnO-NPs were synthesized at three levels of temperatures (60, 80 and 100 °C) without or with calcinations (500 °C). Particle size analyzer (PSA) analysis results showed that the samples without calcination (T60, T80 and T100) having an average particle size respectively 105.13, 78.53, and 76.43 nm, whereas at the samples by calcination (T60C, T80C and T100C) each have average particle size of 88.73, 44.30 and 543.77 nm. The results showed that preparation of ZnO-NPs by using heating at 80 °C followed with calcinations at 500 °C (T80C) produced the smallest size. T80C samples further were analyzed using XRD, SEM and the antimicrobial activity compared with the ZnO-NPs commercials. XRD analysis confirmed that ZnO-NPs were successfully obtained and have form of pure nanostructure. SEM analysis showed that ZnO-NPs obtained has a spherical shape. Furthermore, this ZnO-NPs (T80C) has a better antimicrobial activity compared than commercial ZnO-NPs in market.

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