Publications by authors named "A C Apolinario"
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- Photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting using tungsten trioxide (WO) nanoplatelets was studied to enhance hydrogen production efficiency through optimized synthesis parameters like temperature, time, and layer thickness.
- The research revealed that using a multilayer approach (up to six layers) at low temperatures (90 °C for 12 hours) could boost photocurrent significantly, with five layers showing over a 70% increase compared to single-layer configurations.
- Morphological features, particularly the fractal dimension of the nanoplatelets and specific crystallographic orientations, were found to significantly influence PEC performance, with advanced X-ray diffraction analysis confirming their critical role in photocurrent enhancement.
The retinoid fenretinide (FENR) is a promising compound for preventing breast cancer recurrence but faces challenges due to poor solubility and low bioavailability. This study explores the development of dissolving microneedles (MNs) containing FENR-loaded ethosomes for minimally invasive breast cancer chemoprevention, aiming to enhance local drug distribution. Ethosomes were formulated using ethanol, propylene glycol, soya lecithin, water, and polysorbate 80 micelles.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe transition to the third dimension enables the creation of spintronic nanodevices with significantly enhanced functionality compared to traditional 2D magnetic applications. In this study, we extend common two-dimensional magnetic vortex configurations, which are known for their efficient dynamical response to external stimuli without a bias magnetic field, into the third dimension. This extension results in a substantial increase in vortex frequency, reaching up to 5 GHz, compared to the typical sub-GHz range observed in planar vortex oscillators.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: The use of clear aligners as an alternative to fixed orthodontic appliances has become popular due to the aesthetic demands of adult patients seeking orthodontic treatment. However, orthodontists' lack of knowledge about the legal consequences of their activities, and the lack of solid scientific evidence raise concerns regarding civil liability in this type of treatment. Marketing campaigns of manufacturing companies often exaggerate promises of results, and ignore the lack of scientific evidence.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn this study, nanostructured lipid carriers (NLC) were developed and employed to obtain in situ thermosensitive formulations for the ductal administration and prolonged retention of drugs as a new strategy for breast cancer local treatment. NLC size was influenced by the type and concentration of the oil phase, surfactants, and drug incorporation, ranging from 221.6 to 467.
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