Synthesis of AgPO/AgPO by microwave-hydrothermal method for enhanced UV-visible photocatalytic performance.

AgPO/AgPO photocatalysts were successfully synthesized by microwave-hydrothermal method. Tuning the properties of photocatalysts was achieved using different amount of acetic acid (CHCOOH) and sodium hydroxide (NaOH) to adjust pH value of precursor solution (pH = 4, 7, 10 and 12). The crystal structure, morphology and optical property of samples were characterized and explained.

Liver Cancer Cells Uptake Labile Iron via L-type Calcium Channel to Facilitate the Cancer Cell Proliferation.

Herein, we studied the effect of labile iron (ferric chloride) on the progression of liver cancer cells (HepG2.2.15).

Iron(III)-Tannic Molecular Nanoparticles Enhance Autophagy effect and T MRI Contrast in Liver Cell Lines.

Herein, a new molecular nanoparticle based on iron(III)-tannic complexes (Fe-TA NPs) is presented. The Fe-TA NPs were simply obtained by mixing the precursors in a buffered solution at room temperature, and they exhibited good physicochemical properties with capability of inducing autophagy in both hepatocellular carcinoma cells (HepG2.2.

The Photocatalytic Application of Semiconductor Stibnite Nanostructure Synthesized via a Simple Microwave-Assisted Approach in Propylene Glycol for Degradation of Dye Pollutants and its Optical Property.

Stibnite (SbS) semiconducting material was successfully synthesized by a rapid and facile microwave route using antimony chloride (SbCl) and sodiumthiosulfate (NaSO) dissolved in propylene glycol (PG) containing different hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) masses. The phase identification, morphology, and elemental composition of products were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), field- emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM), energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). The results revealed the orthorhombic phase of SbS single crystal-forming sheaf-like nanostructure, and a possible formation mechanism was proposed and discussed.

Characterization and cellular studies of molecular nanoparticle of iron (III)-tannic complexes; toward a low cost magnetic resonance imaging agent.

Herein, a new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) agent based on molecular nanoparticles of iron(III)-tannic complexes (Fe-TA NPs) is reported. The paramagnetic and molecularlike Fe-TA NPs were successfully synthesized at room temperature within a few minutes without the use of any toxic agents or expensive equipment. The coordination states of the Fe-TA NPs were pH-dependent.

Deferoxamine-conjugated AgInS nanoparticles as new nanodrug for synergistic therapy for hepatocellular carcinoma.

Herein, a new nanodrug that exhibits multi-therapeutic modalities for synergistic treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma is reported. The nanodrug is composed of carboxymethyl cellulose modified silver indium sulfide nanoparticle (CMC-AgInS NP, served as a source of reactive oxygen species) covalently linked with deferoxamine (DFO, served as iron chelating agent). The DFO/CMC-AgInS nanodrug was taken up by the HepG2 cell and accumulated within the cytosol as well as the nucleus, leading to induction of cell arrest in the G2/M phase and subsequent apoptosis cell death.

Smart magnetic nanoparticle-aptamer probe for targeted imaging and treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma.

We report herein the development of a smart magnetic nanoparticle-aptamer probe, or theranostic nanoprobe, which can be used for targeted imaging and as a drug carrier for hepatocellular carcinoma treatment. The theranostic nanoprobe combines the delivery potential of a non-toxic cellulose derivative polymer, specific capability of cancer-specific molecule (DNA-based EpCAM aptamer) and the imaging capability of magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles. Our proof-of-concept design demonstrates efficient in vitro MR imaging of the cancer cells, and enhanced delivery of an anticancer drug into the cancer cells with comparable treatment efficacy.

Enhanced doxorubicin delivery and cytotoxicity in multidrug resistant cancer cells using multifunctional magnetic nanoparticles.

Carboxymethyl modified magnetic nanoparticles (CMC-MNPs) have been designed as a vehicle for drug delivery in both drug-sensitive and drug-resistant cancer cells. We have demonstrated that the CMC-MNPs were able to load doxorubicin (DOX) with a high loading efficiency while also maintaining a good colloidal stability in an aqueous solution. According to a drug release study, DOX-loaded CMC-MNPs showed that the pH-dependent drug release property had a much higher release rate in acidic pH.

Environmentally benign synthesis of Bi2S3 quantum dot using microwave-assisted approach.

Oleic acid (OA) capped Bi2S3 quantum dots were successfully synthesized using 180 watt microwave power for 5 minutes in water-ethanol mixed solvents containing oleic acid as capping agent. In this approach, the reaction was conducted in ambient air and a much lower temperature than hot injection approach. The OA capped Bi2S3 QDs were characterized by using XRD, TEM, FTIR, UV-Vis and PL.

Carboxymethyl cellulose-assisted hydrothermal synthesis of PbS with nano- and micro-crystals.

PbS with nano- and micro-crystals was hydrothermally synthesized from Pb(NO3)2 and thiosemicarbazide using carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) as a template at 140, 180 and 200 degrees C for 12 h. CMC, NaOH and hydrothermal temperatures have the influence on the product morphologies characterized using a scanning electron microscope (SEM) and a transmission electron microscope (TEM). PbS (cubic) composing of Pb and S was detected using an X-ray diffractometer (XRD), a selected area electron diffraction (SAED) technique and an energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) analyzer.