Publications by authors named "Ahilan Manisekaran"
Hypothesis: Calcium carbonate (CaCO) nanoparticles could have great potential for contrast-enhanced ultrasound imaging (CEUS) due to their gas-generating properties and sensitivity to physiological conditions. However, the use of nano CaCO for biomedical applications requires the assistance of stabilizers to control the size and avoid the fast dissolution/recrystallization of the particles when exposed to aqueous conditions.
Experiments: Herein, we report the stabilization of nano CaCO using lignin, and synthesized core-shell amorphous CaCO-lignin nanoparticles (LigCC NPs) with a diameter below 100 nm.
Article Synopsis
- Kraft lignin nanoparticles (KLNPs) can replace harmful nanoparticles in various applications, and solvent shifting is an effective method for their synthesis.
- The research focused on understanding how different solvents and synthesis parameters like concentration and temperature affect KLNP properties, leading to the formation of nanoparticles with distinct characteristics.
- KLNPs demonstrated unique formation mechanisms and varying properties, influencing their potential use in advanced nanocomposites, showcasing a successful yield of ultra-small particles.