This study presents the design and fabrication of an innovative vaccine candidate targeting Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa). The vaccine consists of gelatin nanoparticles (GNPs) encapsulating a chimeric protein (CP) derived from the ExoS and OprI proteins from P.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHydrogels possessing both conductive characteristics and notable antibacterial and antioxidant properties hold considerable significance within the realm of wound healing and recovery. The object of current study is the development of conductive hydrogels with antibacterial and antioxidant properties, emphasizing their potential for effective wound healing, especially in treating third-degree burns. For this purpose, various conductive hydrogels are developed based on tragacanth and silk fibroin, with variable dopamine functionalized carboxyl-capped aniline pentamer (CAP@DA).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOvercoming bacterial infections and promoting wound healing are significant challenges in clinical practice and fundamental research. This study developed a series of enzymatic crosslinking injectable hydrogels based on silk fibroin (SF), carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), and agarose, with the addition of polydopamine functionalized graphene oxide (GO@PDA) to endow the hydrogel with suitable conductivity and antimicrobial activity. The hydrogels exhibited suitable gelation time, stable mechanical and rheological properties, high water absorbency, and hemostatic properties.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBurn injuries are a major global problem, with a high risk of infection and mortality. This study aimed to develop an injectable hydrogel for wound dressings, composed of sodium carboxymethylcellulose/polyacrylamide/polydopamine containing vitamin C (CMC/PAAm/PDA ) for its antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Simultaneously, silk fibroin/alginate nanoparticles (SF/SANPs) loaded with curcumin (SF/SANPs ) were incorporated into the hydrogel to enhance wound regeneration and reduce bacterial infection.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSkin injuries, especially chronic wounds, remain a significant healthcare system problem. The number of burns, diabetic patients, pressure ulcers, and other damages is also growing, particularly in elderly populations. Several investigations are pursued in designing more effective therapeutics for treating different wound injuries.
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