Development of Olanzapine Nano-Emulsion for Enhanced Brain Delivery

2012 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 1648-1659
Author(s):  
Madhusudan Rao Y ◽  
Shailaja M ◽  
Ramakrishna S ◽  
Ramesh G ◽  
K H Reddy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscopy ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Particle Size Analysis ◽  
Correlation Spectroscopy ◽  
Size Analysis ◽  
Uniform Size ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Nano Emulsion

The main objective of the present research work was to design, optimize and characterize olanzapine loaded nano-emulsion for improved brain transport of the drug.   Olanzapine nano-emulsion was formulated using the ultrasonication method. The formulation variables (oil and surfactant) and process variables (ultrasonication time) were optimized by Response surface methodology using the Box-Behnken statistical method. Particle size, polydispersity index (PDI) and zeta potential were measured by photon correlation spectroscopy using a Malvern zeta sizer. Morphology of emulsion droplets was examined by transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Release study was performed and drug release was estimated by HPLC method. Stability studies were performed at 4oC-25oC for a period of three months. The optimized nano-emulsion obtained showed a uniform size distribution with an average size in the range of 65.1 nm to 74.21 nm and surface charge in the range of –18.9 mv to – 25.23 mv. The Transmission electron microscopy studies on olanzapine nano-emulsion revealed a spherical morphology of globules. An average of 91.91% of drug was released from the optimized formulation over a period of 24 hours. The particle size analysis after three months showed no significant change implying that the nano-emulsion was quite stable when stored at room temperature. Stable olanzapine nano-emulsion was formulated. The novel nanoformulation was found to be a potential vehicle for delivery of olanzapine to the brain.

The Evaporative Decomposition of Solutions Method (Eds) for the Production of Ultrafine Y1Ba2Cu3O7 from Nitrate and Mixed Anion Precursor Solutions

1989 ◽  
Vol 169 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rollin E. Lakis ◽  
Sidney R. Butler
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Barium Carbonate ◽  
Hollow Spheres ◽  
Particle Size Analysis ◽  
Size Analysis ◽  
Gravimetric Analysis ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron

AbstractY1Ba2Cu3O7 has been prepared by the evaporative decomposition of solutions method. Nitrate and mixed anion solutions were atomized and decomposed at temperatures ranging from 300°C to 950°C. The resulting materials have been characterized using x-ray powder diffraction, Thermal Gravimetric Analysis (TGA), particle size analysis, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM). The powder consists of 0.3 micron agglomerated hollow spheres with a primary particle size of 0.06 micron. TGA and x-ray diffraction indicate the presence of barium nitrate and barium carbonate due to incomplete decomposition and/or product contamination by the process environment.

Preparation of Hollow Microsphere and its Application in Paper Coating

2013 ◽  
Vol 652-654 ◽  
pp. 740-744 ◽  
Author(s):  
Li Qiang Jin ◽  
Qing Hua Xu
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscopy ◽  
Hollow Structure ◽  
Hollow Microsphere ◽  
Particle Size Analysis ◽  
Size Analysis ◽  
Seeded Emulsion Polymerization ◽  
Paper Coating ◽  
Coated Paper ◽  
Transmission Electron

A novel hollow microsphere plastic pigment was prepared by the soap-free seeded emulsion polymerization. This pigment, with polyacrylate as core and with polystyrene as shell (PA/PSt) had hollow structure after dryness. The latex was characterized by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Fourier transform infrared spectra (FTIR), and particle size analysis. The synthetic pigment was applied in the paper coating, and its influence on the printablility of the coated paper was investigated. The results show that the overall properties of the coated paper can be effectively improved when the clay in the base formulation is replaced by a small amount of hollow microsphere plastic pigment.

scholarly journals Influence of Process Variables on Budesonide Nanoparticles Using Factorial Design

2021 ◽  
pp. 58-71
Author(s):  
Ashwin Kuchekar ◽  
Jayesh Jathar ◽  
Ashwini Gawade ◽  
Bhanudas Kuchekar
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Drug Delivery ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Encapsulation Efficiency ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Particle Size Analysis ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Size Analysis ◽  
Process Variables ◽  
Poloxamer 188

Aims: Nanoparticles are the colloidal carrier systems for delivery of poorly soluble drugs. Budesonide. (BUD) a corticosteroid practically insoluble in water is used in asthma treatment. The aim of the present research work was to develop and evaluate BUD nanoparticles. Methodology: The prepared formulation was analyzed for % encapsulation efficiency, particle size analysis, zeta potential, polydispersity index (PDI), scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy. Poloxamer-188 was found in stabilizing BUD nanoparticles. Results: The observed % encapsulation efficiency of the optimized batch was (82.95) %, particle size was 271.8 nm with PDI 0.456. Solvent injection method was successfully implemented to developed BUD nanoparticles poloxamer-188. Sonication time and amplitude played an important role in governing the particle size. Conclusion: It can be inferred from the study that nanoparticles are a potential drug delivery method for poorly water-soluble drug delivery which can not only get impacted by formulation variables but also by process variables.

scholarly journals Ethosomes and Transethosomes for Mangiferin Transdermal Delivery

Antioxidants ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 768
Author(s):  
Maddalena Sguizzato ◽  
Francesca Ferrara ◽  
Supandeep Singh Hallan ◽  
Anna Baldisserotto ◽  
Markus Drechsler ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscopy ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Human Keratinocytes ◽  
Antioxidant Response ◽  
Correlation Spectroscopy ◽  
Inflammatory Status ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Anti Inflammatory

Mangiferin is a natural glucosyl xanthone with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, making it suitable for protection against cutaneous diseases. In this study ethosomes and transethosomes were designed as topical delivery systems for mangiferin. A preformulation study was conducted using different surfactants in association with phosphatidylcholine. Vesicle dimensional distribution was monitored by photon correlation spectroscopy, while antioxidant capacity and cytotoxicity were respectively assessed by free radical scavenging analysis and MTT on HaCaT keratinocytes. Selected nanosystems were further investigated by cryogenic transmission electron microscopy, while mangiferin entrapment capacity was evaluated by ultracentrifugation and HPLC. The diffusion kinetics of mangiferin from ethosomes and transethosomes evaluated by Franz cell was faster in the case of transethosomes. The suitability of mangiferin-containing nanovesicles in the treatment of skin disorders related to pollutants was investigated, evaluating, in vitro, the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect of ethosomes and transethosomes on human keratinocytes exposed to cigarette smoke as an oxidative and inflammatory challenger. The ability to induce an antioxidant response (HO-1) and anti-inflammatory status (IL-6 and NF-kB) was determined by RT-PCR and immunofluorescence. The data demonstrated the effectiveness of mangiferin loaded in nanosystems to protect cells from damage. Finally, to gain insight into the keratinocytes’ uptake of ethosome and transethosome, transmission electron microscopy analyses were conducted, showing that both nanosystems were able to pass intact within the cells.

scholarly journals Functional Properties and Molecular Degradation of Schizostachyum Brachycladum Bamboo Cellulose Nanofibre in PLA-Chitosan Bionanocomposites

Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (7) ◽  
pp. 2008
Author(s):  
Samsul Rizal ◽  
N. I. Saharudin ◽  
N. G. Olaiya ◽  
H. P. S. Abdul Khalil ◽  
M. K. Mohamad Haafiz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Polymeric Materials ◽  
Particle Size Analysis ◽  
Size Analysis ◽  
Thickness Swelling ◽  
Compression Moulding ◽  
Ft Ir ◽  
Degradation Properties

The degradation and mechanical properties of potential polymeric materials used for green manufacturing are significant determinants. In this study, cellulose nanofibre was prepared from Schizostachyum brachycladum bamboo and used as reinforcement in the PLA/chitosan matrix using melt extrusion and compression moulding method. The cellulose nanofibre(CNF) was isolated using supercritical carbon dioxide and high-pressure homogenisation. The isolated CNF was characterised with transmission electron microscopy (TEM), FT-IR, zeta potential and particle size analysis. The mechanical, physical, and degradation properties of the resulting biocomposite were studied with moisture content, density, thickness swelling, tensile, flexural, scanning electron microscopy, thermogravimetry, and biodegradability analysis. The TEM, FT-IR, and particle size results showed successful isolation of cellulose nanofibre using this method. The result showed that the physical, mechanical, and degradation properties of PLA/chitosan/CNF biocomposite were significantly enhanced with cellulose nanofibre. The density, thickness swelling, and moisture content increased with the addition of CNF. Also, tensile strength and modulus; flexural strength and modulus increased; while the elongation reduced. The carbon residue from the thermal degradation and the glass transition temperature of the PLA/chitosan/CNF biocomposite was observed to increase with the addition of CNF. The result showed that the biocomposite has potential for green and sustainable industrial application.

Synthesis and Characterization of Water-Soluble Monolayer-Protected Gold Nanoparticles

2011 ◽  
Vol 415-417 ◽  
pp. 617-620 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yan Su ◽  
Ying Yun Lin ◽  
Yu Li Fu ◽  
Fan Qian ◽  
Xiu Pei Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscopy ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Gold Nanoparticles ◽  
Average Particle Size ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Synthesis And Characterization ◽  
Average Particle ◽  
Transmission Electron

Water-soluble gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) were prepared using 2-mercapto-4-methyl-5- thiazoleacetic acid (MMTA) as a stabilizing agent and sodium borohydride (NaBH4) as a reducing agent. The AuNPs product was analyzed by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), UV-vis absorption spectroscopy and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). The TEM image shows that the particles were well-dispersed and their average particle size is about 5 nm. The UV-vis absorption and FTIR spectra confirm that the MMTA-AuNPs was stabilized by the carboxylate ions present on the surface of the AuNPs.

Preparation of CMC-Stabilized FeS Nanoparticles and their Enhanced Performance for Cr(VI) Removal

2011 ◽  
Vol 287-290 ◽  
pp. 96-99 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xian Biao Wang ◽  
Jin Liu ◽  
Dong Lin Zhao ◽  
Xiao Jie Song
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscopy ◽  
Carboxymethyl Cellulose ◽  
Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose ◽  
Soft Template ◽  
Sulfur Source ◽  
Uniform Size ◽  
Synthetic Process ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Facile Route

FeS nanoparticles with uniform size have been prepared through a facile route using (sodium carboxymethyl cellulose) CMC as soft template. The nanoparticles are about 4-6 nm by observation of transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The CMC template could also stabilize the FeS nanoparticles and resist aggregation. It is important to note that the size of nanoparticles can be easily controlled by the concentration of iron and sulfur source during the synthetic process. Interestingly, the FeS nanoparticles could assemble into rod-like morphology at higher concentration. More importantly, the CMC-stabilized FeS nanoparticles exibit enhanced performance for Cr(Ⅵ) removal as compared with FeS synthesized without CMC stabilizer.

Preparation of Amorphous Nanosilica from Philippine Waste Rice Hull via Acid Precipitation Method

2016 ◽  
Vol 864 ◽  
pp. 112-116
Author(s):  
Rinlee Butch M. Cervera ◽  
Emie A. Salamangkit-Mirasol
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Agricultural Waste ◽  
Acid Precipitation ◽  
Particle Size Analysis ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
Rice Hull ◽  
Size Analysis ◽  
Rice Hull Ash ◽  
Transmission Electron

Rice hull or rice husk (RH) is an agricultural waste obtained from milling rice grains. Since RH has no commercial value and is difficult to use in agriculture, its volume is often reduced through open field burning which is an environmental hazard. In this study, amorphous nanosilica from Philippine waste RH was prepared via acid precipitation method. The synthesized samples were fully characterized for its microstructural properties. X-ray diffraction pattern reveals that the structure of the prepared sample is amorphous in nature while Fourier transform infrared spectrum showed the different vibration bands of the synthesized sample. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and particle size analysis (PSA) confirmed the presence of agglomerated silica particles. On the other hand, transmission electron microscopy (TEM) revealed an amorphous sample with grain sizes of about 5 to 20 nanometer range and has about 95 % purity according to EDS analyses. The elemental mapping also suggests that leaching of rice hull ash effectively removed the metallic impurity such as potassium element in the material. Hence, amorphous nanosilica was successfully prepared via a low-cost acid precipitation method from Philippine waste rice hull.

Introduction of Nanoscale Porous Aromatic Frameworks in PTMSP Matrix

2020 ◽  
Vol 869 ◽  
pp. 28-39
Author(s):  
Danila Bakhtin ◽  
Leonid Kulikov ◽  
Alexander Malakhov ◽  
Stepan D. Bazhenov
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscopy ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Ir Spectroscopy ◽  
Suzuki Reaction ◽  
Main Idea ◽  
Polymeric Materials ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Porous Aromatic Framework ◽  
Porous Aromatic Frameworks

Samples of nanoscale nano-PAF-10 and nano-PAF-24 porous aromatic framework-like polymeric materials were synthesized using the Suzuki reaction in a microemulsion. Monomers were tetrakis-(p-bromophenyl)methane and 1,4-phenylenediboronic acid. The main idea of the approach is to use 1,4-phenylenediboronic acid not only as a direct participant in the reaction, but also as a surfactant, which allows to stabilize the drops of the emulsion. Using this procedure, samples of PAF-like polymers were synthesized from the mixture, containing the mixture of tetrakis(p-bromophenyl)methane and 1,4-phenylenediboronic acid in ratio from 1:2 to 1:6; the reaction was conducted from 10 to 24 hours. The resulting materials were characterized by IR spectroscopy, NMR spectroscop. To estimate the particle size of the obtained materials, transmission electron microscopy was used. The object of the study were polymers, that were synthesized in 10-hour and 24-hour reactions. The particle size in the first material was in the range of 3-10 nm, in the second - from 30 to 100 nm.

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