Model-based optimization of parameters for degradation reaction of an organophosphorus pesticide, paraoxon, using CeO nanoparticles in water media.

Degradation and body surface decontamination is vital to prevent the skin penetration of paraoxon (POX), an organophosphorus pesticide, and victims poisoning. CeO demonstrated a good efficacy for the degradation of POX. The aim of the study was to develop a model which includes the impact of weight of CeO, POX and diluent volumes on the degradation kinetics.

In vitro skin decontamination of the organophosphorus pesticide Paraoxon with nanometric cerium oxide CeO.

Organophosphorus compounds (OP), which mainly penetrate via the percutaneous pathway, represent a threat for both military and civilians. Body surface decontamination is vital to prevent victims poisoning. The development of a cost-effective formulation, which could be efficient and easy to handle in case of mass contamination, is therefore crucial.

Pickering emulsions for skin decontamination.

This study aimed at developing innovative systems for skin decontamination. Pickering emulsions, i.e.