Emerging nanoparticle-based strategies for advanced cancer imaging and diagnosis.

The urgent necessity for early disease diagnosis and detection continues to drive innovation in imaging techniques and contrast agents. Nanoparticle-based bioimaging offers significant potential to enhance therapeutics, treatment management, and cancer diagnostics. In both clinical practice and biomedical research, nanoparticles (NPs) can serve as labeled carriers or biomarkers for tracking immunotherapy responses, contrast-enhancing agents for improved imaging, or signal amplifiers to increase specificity and sensitivity in the visualization of cellular and molecular mechanisms in vivo.

Conversion/reconversion-driven heterostructure electrode for enhanced electrochemical performances in lithium-ion/sodium-ion batteries and supercapattery.

Advanced high-performance materials are pivotal for enhancing the performance of energy storage technologies like lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), sodium-ion batteries (SIBs), and supercapattery. In the present study, a novel NiO-CoS heterostructure nanostrip was synthesized using a cost-effective hydrothermal approach and carried out an in-depth investigation of their electrochemical behaviour. Diverse characterization techniques were applied to explore the structural, morphological, and compositional aspects of the material.

Optimization of tribo-mechanical properties of kenaf/jute-SiC hybrid composites using integrated grey-fuzzy approach.

An increasing need for wear-resistant hybrid materials has prompted researchers to develop alternative materials that comprise different reinforcements and fillers. In recent studies, the combination of natural fibers and ceramic fillers has resulted in hybrid composites with improved tribological characteristics for automotive and aircraft applications. Even though natural fibers have some disadvantages, the combined effect of natural fibers and ceramics with suitable multi-response optimization techniques can overcome the limitations and provide a composite with enhanced mechanical and tribological properties at minimal cost.

Engineered electronic band structure of titanium carbide (TiC)-based fibrous silica catalyst for balanced simultaneous removal of hexavalent chromium and tetracycline.

Simultaneous removal of tetracycline (TC) and hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) from wastewater is limited by low photocatalytic efficiency and complex catalyst recovery. This study investigates titanium carbide (TiC)-based fibrous silica KAUST Catalysis Centre (KCC-1) composites for the visible-light-driven removal of TC and Cr(VI), focusing on the effects of calcination, TiC loading (1-5 wt%), and synthesis method. Uncalcined TiC/KCC-1 outperformed the calcined catalyst due to its higher surface area, anatase content, and stronger TiC-support interaction.

A potentially fruitful path toward a cleaner and safer environment: MXenes uses in environmental remediation.

The rapid industrialization of the world has resulted in severe environmental pollution, necessitating the development of new materials such as pollution remediation. Two-dimensional (2D) MXenes have emerged as a promising family of materials due to their unique physicochemical properties, making them ideal for environmental remediation. The article sheds light on the new opportunities of MXenes in the removal of organic and inorganic contaminants, including organic dyes, pharmaceuticals, heavy metals, radionuclides, and gas pollutants.

Nano-bismuth vanadate supported on fibrous silica reduces the intrinsic charge impedance for superior photoelectrochemical water-splitting performance.

Bismuth vanadate (BiVO) is one of the top-notch materials used in photoelectrochemical (PEC) water-splitting studies owing to its promising properties. However, its practical application is significantly hindered by its inherent limitations, which reduce its efficiency in water-splitting processes. In this study, a novel approach involving size transformation and improved dispersion of BiVO was achieved a microemulsion method, with fibrous silica serving as a support matrix.

Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticles by for Efficient Photocatalytic Degradation of Cyanide.

This study presents a sustainable and scalable biosynthesis method for zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles using , focusing on their application in photocatalytic cyanide degradation in aqueous solutions. The bacterial strain was molecularly identified through 16S rRNA gene sequencing and phylogenetic analysis. The optimized biosynthesis process yielded crystalline ZnO nanoparticles in the zincite phase with an average size of 21.

Exploring the revolutionary potential of MXene nanoparticles in breast Cancer therapy: A review of applications and future prospects.

Breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths in women worldwide. Early detection and accurate diagnosis are crucial for successful treatment and improving patient outcomes. Nanoparticles, such as MXenes, have emerged as a promising tool for various breast cancer applications due to their unique properties.

Retraction notice to "Modified poly(vinylidene fluoride) nanomembranes for dye removal from water - A review" [Chemosphere 322 (2023) 138152].

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Retraction notice to "Recent advancements of spinel ferrite based binary nanocomposite photocatalysts in wastewater treatment"[Chemosphere 274 (2021) 129734].

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A comprehensive review on arsenic contamination in groundwater: Sources, detection, mitigation strategies and cost analysis.

While groundwater is commonly perceived as safe, the excessive presence of trace metals, particularly arsenic (As), can pose significant health hazards. This review examines the current scenario of pollutants and their mitigations focusing on As contamination in groundwater across multiple nations, with a specific emphasis on the Indian Peninsula. Arsenic pollution surpasses the WHO limit of 10 ppb in 107 countries, impacting around 230 million people worldwide, with a substantial portion in Asia, including 20 states and four union territories in India.

Waste lignocellulosic biomass-derived graphitic carbon encased bimetallic nickel‑palladium oxide nanofibers for efficient organic dye pollutant removal and antibacterial actions.

A one-stone-for-three-bird strategy comprising lignocellulose waste management, photocatalytic toxic organic dye degradation, and anti-bacterial activity has been demonstrated using waste coconut coir derived carbon-supported NiO/PdO (NiO/PdO@C) nanocomposite. The formation of interconnected fibrous morphology with intact formation of face-centered cubic NiO and tetragonal PdO within the graphitic carbon shell in NiO/PdO@C was identified from various structural and morphological analyses. Additionally, the elemental mapping and high magnification transmission electron microscopy analyses observed the homogeneous distribution of bimetallic oxides and their complete coverage by multilayered carbon shell.

Recent advancement of novel marine fungi derived secondary metabolite fibrinolytic compound FGFC in biomedical applications: a review.

For several decades, products derived from marine natural sources (PMN) have been widely identified for several therapeutic applications due to their rich sources of bioactive sub-stances, unique chemical diversity, biocompatibility and excellent biological activity. For the past 15 years, our research team explored several PMNs, especially fungi fibrinolytic compounds (FGFCs). FGFC is an isoindolone alkaloid derived from marine fungi, also known as staplabin analogs or triprenyl phenol (SMTP).

Support based metal incorporated layered nanomaterials for photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants.

An effective approach to producing sophisticated miniaturized and nanoscale materials involves arranging nanomaterials into layered hierarchical frameworks. Nanostructured layered materials are constructed to possess isolated propagation assets, massive surface areas, and envisioned amenities, making them suitable for a variety of established and novel applications. The utilization of various techniques to create nanostructures adorned with metal nanoparticles provides a secure alternative or reinforcement for the existing physicochemical methods.

Optimizing bone and biomass co-torrefaction parameters: High-performance arsenic removal from wastewater via co-torrefied bone char.

This study aimed to investigate bone char's physicochemical transformations through co-torrefaction and co-pyrolysis processes with biomass. Additionally, it aimed to analyze the carbon sequestration process during co-torrefaction of bone and biomass and optimize the process parameters of co-torrefaction. Finally, the study sought to evaluate the arsenic sorption capacity of both torrefied and co-torrefied bone char.

Harvesting visible light for enhanced catalytic degradation of wastewater using TiO@FeO embedded on two dimensional reduced graphene oxide nanosheets.

Carbon-integrated binary metal oxide semiconductors have gained prominence in the last decade as a better material for photocatalytic wastewater treatment technology. In this regard, this research describes the investigation of the binary metal oxide TiO@FeO embedded on reduced graphene oxide (rGO) nanosheets synthesized through a combination of sol-gel, chemical precipitation, and Hummer's processes. Besides, the catalyst is applied for the photocatalytic degradation of organic chlorophenol pollutants.

Nanosized core-shell (NiFeO/TiO) heterostructure for enhanced photodegradation against polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

The global level of attention has been raised for photocatalytic pollutant removal technologies for degrading organic pollutants because of rising concerns about their toxicity. In this study, NiFeO/TiO core shells and pure samples of NiFeO and TiO were synthesized using the sol-gel process and used to degrade naphthalene which is one among the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) pollutant. The synthesized materials were evaluated using a variety of analytical techniques, and the typical NiFeO/TiO core-shell results showed good purity and a lack of other impurity structures.

Biochar supported nano core-shell (TiO/CoFeO) for wastewater treatment.

The porous structure of biochar, its large surface area, and its anti-oxidant properties are extensively used for pollutant removal strategies. The literature to date has reported that the biochar assisted metal-oxide core-shells have a dominating degradation ability under solar irradiation. Therefore, this study is significantly focused on cinnamon biochar as an active anti-oxidant agent incorporated in titania-cobalt ferrite nanocore-shell (Biochar/TiO/CoFeO) structures for the first time in wastewater treatment against chlorophenol pollutants.

Biomass waste as an alternative source of carbon and silicon-based absorbents for CO capturing application.

The production of low-cost solid adsorbents for carbon dioxide (CO) capture has gained massive consideration. Biomass wastes are preferred as precursors for synthesis of CO solid adsorbents, due to their high CO adsorption efficiency, and ease of scalable low-cost production. This review particularly focuses on waste biomass-derived adsorbents with their CO adsorption performances.

The degradation of bisphenol-A organic pollutant using the dispersal of TiO nanorods onto the partial reduction of graphene oxide nanosheets.

The notion of innovative combinations of semiconducting metal oxides for photocatalytic destruction is a key factor in the removal of environmental contaminants. However, for the first time, the combination was made possible for the aforementioned reason by embedding one-dimensional titanium dioxide (TiO) semiconductor nanorods on two-dimensional rGO (reduced graphene oxide) nanosheets utilizing hydrothermal and a modified Hummers' method. By applying several sophisticated procedures, the properties of these catalysts were found, and then the degradation of BPA (bisphenol-A) was examined with UV and visible light sources.

Bioengineering strategies of microalgae biomass for biofuel production: recent advancement and insight.

Algae-based biofuel developed over the past decade has become a viable substitute for petroleum-based energy sources. Due to their high lipid accumulation rates and low carbon dioxide emissions, microalgal species are considered highly valuable feedstock for biofuel generation. This review article presented the importance of biofuel and the flaws that need to be overcome to ensure algae-based biofuels are effective for future-ready bioenergy sources.

Multistage utilization of soybean straw-derived P-doped biochar for aquatic pollutant removal and biofuel usage.

Biochar is of great importance to realizing solid biowastes reduction and environmental remediation. Modifying biochar for better performance is also of great concern to achieve property improvement. P-doped biochar from soybean straw is prepared for multistage utilization to realize water pollutant removal and biofuel usage.

Recent progress and perspectives of metal organic frameworks (MOFs) for the detection of food contaminants.

Over the past decades, increasing research in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) being a large family of highly tunable porous materials with intrinsic physical properties, show propitious results for a wide range of applications in adsorption, separation, electrocatalysis, and electrochemical sensors. MOFs have received substantial attention in electrochemical sensors owing to their large surface area, active metal sites, high chemical and thermal stability, and tunable structure with adjustable pore diameters. Benefiting from the superior properties, MOFs and MOF-derived carbon materials act as promising electrode material for the detection of food contaminants.

Mesoporous NiO/NiO nanoflowers for favorable visible light photocatalytic degradation of 4-chlorophenol.

The present study highlights the treatment of industrial effluent, which is one of the most life-threatening factors. Herein, for the first time, two types of NiO (green and black) photocatalysts were prepared by facile chemical precipitation and thermal decomposition methods separately. The synthesized NiO materials were demonstrated with various instrumental techniques for finding their characteristics.