Innovative Use of Carbon Nanofibers/Praseodymium Cobaltite for Targeted Detection of Hematologic Sulfamethazine.

Antibiotics are essential for treating illnesses, but abuse has resulted in serious consequences. Rapid and precise detection of antibiotic residues, such as sulfamethazine (SFZ), in water and biological samples is critical for public health and environmental safety. To address this challenge, we have introduced a pioneering electrochemical sensor incorporating a nanocomposite of perovskite-structured praseodymium cobaltite (PrCoO) integrated with carbon nanofibers (CNFs) on a glassy carbon electrode (GCE|CNF/PrCoO).

Sense and Shoot: Unveiling the Electro-/Photocatalytic Potential of 2D White Graphene-Supported Perovskite Strontium Cobaltite from Detection to Remediation of Oxidative Stress Herbicide (Mesotrione).

In this research, we employed a strategy akin to "Feeding Two Birds with One Stone" aiming for the dual objectives of highly selective electrochemical detection and photocatalytic degradation of the environmentally hazardous herbicide mesotrione (MTN). We achieved this by utilizing hexagonal boron nitride (BN)-supported strontium cobaltite perovskite nanocomposites (SrCoO/BN). The fabrication of the innovative bifunctional SrCoO/BN nanocomposites involved a straightforward process of precipitation, followed by an annealing treatment and ultrasonication.

Facile engineering of gadolinium cobaltite anchored on functionalized carbon black as dynamic electrocatalyst for ultra-sensitive detection of nitroaromatic drug.

There has been a significant increase in the production and use of antibiotic drugs. However, the overuse and improper disposal of nitro-based antibiotics pose a significant threat to human health and the ecosystem. Specifically, the residues of antibiotic drugs such as nitrofurantoin (NFT) are dangerous to public health and pose a threat to the environment.

Raspberry-like CuWO hollow spheres anchored on sulfur-doped g-CN composite: An efficient electrocatalyst for selective electrochemical detection of antibiotic drug nitrofurazone.

We report a highly selective and sensitive electrochemical sensor for the determination of nitrofurazone (NZ) based on sulfur-doped graphitic carbon nitride with copper tungstate hollow spheres (Sg-CN/CuWO). Here, a Sg-CN/CuWO composite was synthesized by a facile ultrasonic method. The physicochemical properties of the composite were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS).

Thermoreversible Switchlike Electrocatalytic Reduction of Tizanidine Based on a Graphene Oxide Tethered Stimuli-Responsive Smart Surface Supported Pd Catalyst.

In this work, a graphene oxide (GRO)-based temperature-sensitive smart catalytic support material was developed by tethering biodegradable and hydrophilic poly(-vinylcaprolactam) (PVCL) on a GRO (i.e., GRO-PVCL) surface.

Ultrasonication-aided synthesis of nanoplates-like iron molybdate: Fabricated over glassy carbon electrode as an modified electrode for the selective determination of first generation antihistamine drug promethazine hydrochloride.

The innovation of novel and proficient nanostructured materials for the precise level determination of pharmaceuticals in biological fluids is quite crucial to the researchers. With this in mind, we synthesized iron molybdate nanoplates (Fe(MoO); FeMo NPs) via simple ultrasonic-assisted technique (70 kHz with a power of 100 W). The FeMo NPs were used as the efficient electrocatalyst for electrochemical oxidation of first-generation antihistamine drug- Promethazine hydrochloride (PMH).

Structural Insights on 2D Gadolinium Tungstate Nanoflake: A Promising Electrocatalyst for Sensor and Photocatalyst for the Degradation of Postharvest Fungicide (Carbendazim).

Gadolinium tungstate (Gd(WO)) has acquired much attention owing to its exclusive transport properties and excellent thermal and chemical stability. In this work, we demonstrate that two-dimensional (2D) gadolinium tungstate nanoflakes (GW Nfs) are synthesized by a coprecipitation method and represent novel architectures for efficient catalysis, which could be used in electrochemical sensing and photocatalytic degradation of the postharvest fungicide carbendazim (CBZ). The physicochemical properties of GW Nfs were studied by using XRD, Raman, TEM, EDX, and XPS, which show the formation of GW as a nanoflake-like structure with a well crystallized nature.

Synthesis, characterization and catalytic performance of nanostructured dysprosium molybdate catalyst for selective biomolecule detection in biological and pharmaceutical samples.

The current study reports a new, simple and fast method using a flake-like dysprosium molybdate (Dy2MoO6; FL-DyM) nanostructured material to detect the antibiotic drug metronidazole (METZ). This nanocomposite material was employed on the surface of a glassy carbon electrode (GCE) to develop the electrode (FL-DyM/GCE). Further, the synthesized FL-DyM was systematically characterized by powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), Raman spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), energy-dispersive X-ray diffraction (EDS), elemental mapping, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) analyses.

A cerium vanadate interconnected with a carbon nanofiber heterostructure for electrochemical determination of the prostate cancer drug nilutamide.

Cerium vanadate resembling the shape of a hedgehog were interconnected with carbon nanofibers to give a heterostructure (referred to as CeV/CNF) that exhibits efficient catalytic activity for the electrochemical detection of the drug nilutamide (NLT). The heterostructure material and its modification were characterized by XRD, Raman spectra, XPS, FESEM, TEM, SAED, and EDX. A glassy carbon electrode was modified with the CeV/CNF nanocomposite.

Rational design and facile synthesis of binary metal sulfides VS-SnS hybrid with functionalized multiwalled carbon nanotube for the selective detection of neurotransmitter dopamine.

In this work, we report a sensitive and selective electrochemical sensor for the detection of dopamine (DA) neurotransmitter based on VS-SnS/f-MWCNT hybrids. Herein, the binary metal sulfide (VS-SnS) was synthesized via single step hydrothermal route and hybrids with f-MWCNT via the ultrasonication process. The as-prepared VS-SnS/f-MWCNT hybrids were characterized through the FESEM, EDX and elemental mapping, TEM, XPS, Raman and XRD techniques.

Ultrasonication-assisted synthesis of sphere-like strontium cerate nanoparticles (SrCeO NPs) for the selective electrochemical detection of calcium channel antagonists nifedipine.

In this work, strontium cerate nanoparticles (SrCeO NPs, SC NPs) were developed through facile synthetic techniques (Ultrasound-Assisted (UA) and Stirring-Assisted (SA) synthesis) and utilized as an electrocatalyst for the selective and sensitive electrochemical detection of calcium channel blocker nifedipine (NDF). The as-prepared UASC NPs and SASC NPs were characterized using XRD, Raman, TEM, EDS, mapping, XPS and BET analysis which exposed the formation of SC NPs in the form of spherical in shape and well crystalline in nature. BET studies reveal that UASC NPs have maximum surface area than that of SASC NPs.

One-step sonochemical synthesis of 1D β-stannous tungstate nanorods: An efficient and excellent electrocatalyst for the selective electrochemical detection of antipsychotic drug chlorpromazine.

In the modern world, the contamination of ecosystem by human and veterinary pharmaceutical drugs through the metabolic excretion, improper disposal/industrial waste has been subjected to a hot issue. Therefore, exploitation of exclusive structured material and reliable technique is a necessary task to the precise detection of drugs. With this regards, we made an effort for the fabrication of novel one-dimensional (1D) stannous tungstate nanorods (β-SnW NRs) via simple sonochemical approach and used as an electrochemical sensor for the detection of antipsychotic drug chlorpromazine (CPZ) for the first time.

3D Flower-Like Gadolinium Molybdate Catalyst for Efficient Detection and Degradation of Organophosphate Pesticide (Fenitrothion).

Three-dimensional (3D) nanostructured materials have received enormous attention in energy and environment remediation applications. Herein, we developed a novel 3D flower-like gadolinium molybdate (GdMoO; GdM) and used as a bifunctional catalyst for the electrochemical detection and photocatalytic degradation of organophosphate pesticide fenitrothion (FNT). The flower-like GdM catalyst was prepared via a simple sol-gel technique with the assistance of urea and ethylene glycol.

Investigation on the Electrocatalytic Determination and Photocatalytic Degradation of Neurotoxicity Drug Clioquinol by Sn(MoO) Nanoplates.

Transition-metal molybdates have concerned enormous curiosity as supercapacitors, photocatalysts, and electrocatalysts. These materials are the best alternatives to noble-metal-based catalysts, which are generally show a limited photocatalytic and electrocatalytic activity. In addition, the antiprotozoal drug can usually pollute the environment through improper disposable and incomplete metabolism, and it is very dangerous to humans as well as aquatic animals.

A Study of Electrocatalytic and Photocatalytic Activity of Cerium Molybdate Nanocubes Decorated Graphene Oxide for the Sensing and Degradation of Antibiotic Drug Chloramphenicol.

In this present work, "killing two birds with one stone" strategy was performed for the electrochemical trace level detection and photocatalytic degradation of antibiotic drug chloramphenicol (CAP) using Ce(MoO) nanocubes/graphene oxide (CeM/GO) composite for the first time. The CeM/GO composite was synthesized via simple hydrothermal treatment followed by sonication process. The successful formation of CeM/GO composite was confirmed by several analytical and spectroscopic techniques.