Biogenic copper-based nanoparticles have attracted attention as potent antimicrobial agents synthesised via environmentally sustainable routes using plants, microorganisms, and biological waste. Green synthesis leverages phytochemicals, enzymes, and...
The interface between synthetic materials and biological systems is a critical determinant of performance in medical devices and biosensors. This review examines the evolution of biointerface science through the lens of self-assembled monolayers (SAM...
ZnO semiconductor-based photocatalysts are mainly studied for the elimination of toxic textile dyes. Metal-doped ZnO displays better performance for this purpose. Herein, Al-doped ZnO (Al–ZnO) was prepared using the mechanochemical calcination...
This study aims to address a major challenge and find solutions for developing less expensive, lighter, and more efficient energy storage materials while remaining environmentally friendly. This work combines the study of the structural, morphologica...
Objectives: This study aimed to optimize WS6-loaded nanoparticles (NPs) with favorable therapeutic properties, including appropriate size, low toxicity, high encapsulation efficiency, and enhanced biocompatibility, for selective cancer targeting and...
Since the introduction of the DNA origami technology by Seeman and Rothemund, the integration of functional entities (nanoparticles, quantum dots, antibodies, etc.) has been of huge interest to broaden the area of applications for this technology. Th...
In this work, an eco-friendly 3D screen printing technique implemented in roll-to-roll technology for the manufacturing of flexible electronics is presented. The conductive ink was prepared through the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide, an eco-frien...
The growing demand for environmentally friendly materials has driven extensive research into biopolymer-based nanocomposites with enhanced functional performance. Chitosan, a naturally derived polysaccharide, offers excellent film-forming ability, bi...
Ultrafine bubbles (UFBs) have been proposed as interfacial agents that modulate colloidal interactions, yet their role in early-stage flocculation remains insufficiently quantified. Using amidine latex (AL) as a cationic model colloid under controlle...
Bacterial leaf blight (BLB), a destructive disease of rice caused by Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae (Xoo), continues to limit rice productivity worldwide. Although biologically synthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) have been extensively inves...
An industrial system, based on a probe for turbidity measurement and a model, has been developed and tested for the in-line monitoring of nanoparticle synthesis reactions, thus providing information on the reaction progress and particle size. Real-ti...
When I was first invited to lead the Editorial Board of Applied Nano in 2020, one question immediately came to mind: Do we really need another nano-journal [...]
Solid-state spin centers are at the forefront of developing advanced quantum technologies, engaging in applications of sensing, communication and computing. A semiconductor host matrix compatible with existing silicon technology provides a robust pla...
The synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using sustainable and non-toxic methods has become an important research focus due to the limitations of conventional chemical approaches, which often involve hazardous reagents and produce unstable produ...
Nano-sanitizers, which exploit the unique physicochemical properties of nanomaterials, are being increasingly investigated as innovative tools to promote food safety. In this argumentative review, we compare and contrast nano-sanitizers with conventi...
Seedling establishment on reclaimed boreal sites is frequently constrained by drought and other abiotic stresses. Carbon nanomaterials have been shown to influence stress physiology in crops, but their effects on native boreal species are poorly unde...
Carbon dots (CDs) derived from renewable biomass are emerging as sustainable alternatives to traditional nanomaterials for applications in bioimaging, sensing, and photonics. In this study, we reported a one-step synthesis of photoluminescent CDs fro...
Esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) accounts for the majority of esophageal cancers worldwide, with a poor prognosis and increasing resistance to conventional treatments. Faced with these limitations, nanoparticles (NPs) are attracting growing...
Localized therapeutic action and targeted drug release offer compelling advantages over traditional systemic drug administration. This is particularly important for nitric oxide (NO), whose biological effects vary greatly depending on concentration a...
Hydrogen is emerging as a key energy vector for the transition toward renewable and sustainable energy sources. However, its safe and efficient storage remains a significant technical challenge in terms of cost, safety, and performance. In this study...
Polymer matrix composites (PMCs) are crucial for their applications in aerospace, electronics, defense, and structural materials. PMCs reinforced with nanofillers offer substantial potential for enhanced thermal and mechanical performance. Although t...
Amino acids are not just monomers of proteins, but they can also carry biological functions. L-cysteine (Cys), L-proline (Pro), L-asparagine (Asn), and L-glutamic acid (Glu) were used to evaluate how different amino acid chemistries alter the morphol...
Super-resolution microscopy (SRM) has revolutionized our understanding of subcellular structures, including cell organelles and viruses. For human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), SRM has significantly advanced knowledge of viral structural biology and...
Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are cylindrical nanostructures formed by rolling a graphene sheet—a hexagonal lattice of carbon atoms—into a tube. Based on the rolling direction, CNTs are categorized as armchair, zigzag, or chiral. The chiral vec...
This study investigates the development and sensing profile of synthetic melanin nanoparticle-coated electrodes for the electrochemical detection of heavy metals, including lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), cobalt (Co), zinc (Zn), nickel (Ni), and iron (Fe)....
Placing printed conductive patterns onto nonplanar substrates is a challenging task. In this work, we tested a simple method for depositing inkjet-printed conductive patterns onto 3D-printed pieces with cavities and sharp edges. First, a silver nanop...
Protein-bound nano-injectable solutions represent a cutting-edge advancement in nanomedicine, offering a versatile platform for precise and controlled drug delivery. By leveraging the biocompatibility and functional versatility of proteins such as al...
The synthesis of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) nanoparticles has gained an increasing interest due to their improved properties and diverse industrial applications. Among various synthesis techniques, the mechanochemical synthesis process has emerged as...
Nanostructured hybrid materials based on the combination of semiconductor QDs and GO are promising candidates for different optoelectronic and catalytic applications and being able to produce such hybrid materials in solution will expand their possib...
Rice is a staple food for nearly half the world population. Rice cultivation relies heavily on urea fertilization. However, the use of urea is prone to significant losses and contributes to environmental pollution. This study was aimed at fabricating...
Nanotechnology offers effective solutions for removing contaminants and harmful bacteria from polluted water. This study synthesized copper nanoparticles using a carbohydrate-based bioflocculant derived from Proteus mirabilis AB 932526.1. The biofloc...
Self-emulsifying drug delivery systems (SEDDS) consist of isotropic mixtures of oils, surfactants, and solvents that after dispersion emulsify in the aqueous media of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT). SEDDS can deliver hydrophobic drugs, which could...
Baru nut oil (Dipteryx alata Vogel) is a lipidic extract from a species endemic to the Cerrado biome, renowned for its antioxidant potential. This study aimed to develop a nanoemulsion containing baru nut oil (BNON) using lecithin and polysorbate 80,...
DNA encoding the 16S rRNA of bacteria is a type of nanometer-sized information storage that can be used to characterize bacterial communities in soils. Reading this molecular ’nano-archive’ is not only of interest for characterizing recen...
Pollution of freshwater by synthetic organic dyes is a major concern due to their high toxicity and mutagenicity. In this study, the degradation of Congo red (CR) and malachite green (MG) dyes was investigated using nanostructured Gd2O3. It was prepa...
Interest in the use of nanoparticles in agriculture has grown in recent years due to their potential abilities across a range of applications that could increase agricultural production, improve the efficiency of nutrient delivery, or improve pest ma...
While microparticles can be removed by a filtration step at a drinking water treatment plant (DWTP), engineered nanoparticles (ENPs), which are widely used in industry, commerce and households, pose a major problem due to their special properties, e....
Flexible nanocomposite sensors hold significant promise in various applications, such as wearable electronics and medical devices. This research aims to tailor the flexibility and sensitivity of 3D-printed piezoresistive nanocomposite pressure sensor...
Eco-friendly iron and manganese oxide nanoparticles (Fe2O3 and Mn2O3) were synthesized and integrated into graphene sheets to form uniform composites. These composites were then embedded in polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fibers using electrospinning. Compre...
Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) demonstrate potential in treating aggressive cancers such as triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) in preclinical models. To further the development of AgNP-based therapeutics for clinical use, it is essential to clearly d...
Wound healing is rarely seen as a problem in healthy individuals; however, under certain pathophysiological conditions, this process can be impaired, leading to the emergence of chronic wounds, which are themselves a serious public health problem. Th...
Recent improvements in advanced technology for toxic chemical remediation have involved the application of titanium oxide nanoparticles as a photocatalyst. However, the large energy bandgap associated with titanium oxide nanoparticles (3.0–3.20...
Toxic metal wastewater is a challenge for exposed terrestrial and aquatic environments, as well as the recyclability of the water, prompting inputs for the development of promising treatment methods. Consequently, the rGO/ZnONP nanocomposite was synt...
Nano-encapsulation and conjugation are the main strategies employed for drug delivery. Nanoparticles help improve encapsulation and targeting efficiency, thus optimizing therapeutic efficacy. Through nanoparticle technology, replacement of a defectiv...
ZnS is a II-VI semiconductor with a wide bandgap. ZnS-based nanomaterials have been produced in a variety of morphologies with unique properties and characteristic features. An extensive collection of research activities is available on various synth...
The leaves of the Murraya koenigii aromatic plant contain various specific phytochemicals, including lutein, β-carotene, vitamin C, nicotinic acids, and other polyphenols, which act as reducing agents to produce metallic nanoparticles from their...
This paper presents the continuation of experimental investigations conducted by the present authors to measure and compare the thermal and fluid dynamic performance of a residential hydronic air coil using nanofluids. The prior experiments were limi...
Understanding the role of oxygen vacancies in the phase transformation of metal oxide nanomaterials is fundamental to design more efficient opto-electronic devices for a variety of applications, including sensing, spintronics, photocatalysis, and pho...
This work presents the green synthesis of iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) using Baccharis salicifolia extract and their incorporation in mesoporous silica MCM-41, obtaining an MCM-41@IONP composite. The MCM-41@IONP composite was characterized by X-r...
This computational research study will compare the specific charge capacity (SCC) between lithium ions inserted into crystallized silicon (c-Si) nanowires with that of sodium ions inserted into amorphous silicon (a-Si) nanowires. It will be demonstra...
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