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Development of High-Efficiency, Dual-Function Antimicrobial Nanozyme

In a study published in Nature Communications on July 5th, 2024, a research team led by Prof. Gao Lizeng from the Chinese Academy of Sciences Institute of Biophysics suggested a bactericidal mechanism centered around nanozymes that simulate antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) and antimicrobial enzymes (AMEs) using biomimicry principles and developed a dual-functional high-efficiency antimicrobial nanozyme.

18 Jul 2024

Enhanced Phosphate Removal with Sodium Alginate/UiO-66-NH2 Nanocomposite

In an article published in Nanomaterials, researchers developed a Sodium Alginate/UiO-66-NH2 Nanocomposite for efficient phosphate removal, addressing phosphorus pollution in water bodies.

16 Jul 2024

Wiener Path Integral Technique for Accurate Stochastic Modeling in Nanomechanical Systems

Rapid and reliable molecular detection is now within reach, thanks to micro- and nano-electro-mechanical systems, essential for disease diagnostics. Yet, the presence of stochastic noise and nonlinear behaviors pose challenges that hinder optimization.

10 Jul 2024

Nano-Diagnostics for Paracoccidioides lutzii

In a recent article published in the Journal of Nanotheranostics, researchers developed a nano-enabled colorimetric assay using gold nanoparticles for accurate detection of Paracoccidioides lutzii, enhancing diagnostic methods for fungal infections.

9 Jul 2024

Electrode-Silicone Patch for Simulating Pressure and Vibration

A group of scientists at the University of California, San Diego, have created a flexible, pliable electronic gadget that, when applied to the skin, can mimic the sensation of pressure or vibration.

1 Jul 2024

D-Mannitol–Cerium–Quercetin Nanoparticles: Therapeutic Potential in Acute Lung Injury

In a study published in Molecules, researchers explored the therapeutic potential of D-Mannitol–Cerium–Quercetin nanoparticles for treating acute lung injury, highlighting their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

24 Jun 2024

Optimizing Carboxymethyl Cellulose-Based Antimicrobial Nanocomposite Films

In a recent study, researchers optimized antimicrobial nanocomposite films by varying concentrations of carboxymethyl cellulose, Commiphora mukul polysaccharide, and Chitosan Nanofiber, highlighting potential applications in food packaging and biomedical fields.

21 Jun 2024