scholarly journals Biocompatible and Antimicrobial Cellulose Acetate-Collagen Films Containing MWCNTs Decorated with TiO2 Nanoparticles for Potential Biomedical Applications

Nanomaterials ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 239
Author(s):  
Madalina Elena David ◽  
Rodica Mariana Ion ◽  
Ramona Marina Grigorescu ◽  
Lorena Iancu ◽  
Alina Maria Holban ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antimicrobial Activity ◽  
Cellulose Acetate ◽  
Tio2 Nanoparticles ◽  
Biomedical Applications ◽  
Fluorescent Microscopy ◽  
Wound Dressings ◽  
In Vitro Biocompatibility ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes

This research focuses on the synthesis of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) decorated with TiO2 nanoparticles (NPs) and incorporated in cellulose acetate-collagen film in order to obtain a new biomaterial with potential biomedical applications and improved antimicrobial activity. The successful decoration of the MWCNTs with TiO2 NPs was confirmed by several structural and morphological analysis, such as Fourier transformed infrared spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy. The obtained nanocomposites were further incorporated into cellulose acetate-collagen films, at different concentrations and absorption kinetics, antimicrobial activity and in vitro biocompatibility of the obtained films was investigated. The antimicrobial tests sustained that the presence of the nanocomposites into the polymeric matrix is an important aspect in increasing and maintaining the antimicrobial activity of the polymeric wound dressings over time. The biocompatibility and cytotoxicity of the obtained films was evaluated using cellular viability/proliferation assay and fluorescent microscopy which revealed the ability of the obtained materials as potential wound dressing biomaterial.

scholarly journals Profiling of Sub-Lethal in Vitro Effects of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes Reveals Changes in Chemokines and Chemokine Receptors

Nanomaterials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 883 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandeep Keshavan ◽  
Fernando Torres Andón ◽  
Audrey Gallud ◽  
Wei Chen ◽  
Knut Reinert ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Chemokine Receptors ◽  
Research Centre ◽  
Target Cells ◽  
Joint Research ◽  
Chemokine Signaling ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Downstream Analysis ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes

Engineered nanomaterials are potentially very useful for a variety of applications, but studies are needed to ascertain whether these materials pose a risk to human health. Here, we studied three benchmark nanomaterials (Ag nanoparticles, TiO2 nanoparticles, and multi-walled carbon nanotubes, MWCNTs) procured from the nanomaterial repository at the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission. Having established a sub-lethal concentration of these materials using two human cell lines representative of the immune system and the lungs, respectively, we performed RNA sequencing of the macrophage-like cell line after exposure for 6, 12, and 24 h. Downstream analysis of the transcriptomics data revealed significant effects on chemokine signaling pathways. CCR2 was identified as the most significantly upregulated gene in MWCNT-exposed cells. Using multiplex assays to evaluate cytokine and chemokine secretion, we could show significant effects of MWCNTs on several chemokines, including CCL2, a ligand of CCR2. The results demonstrate the importance of evaluating sub-lethal concentrations of nanomaterials in relevant target cells.

scholarly journals Biocompatibility Characteristics of Titanium Coated with Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes—Hydroxyapatite Nanocomposites

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 224 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jung-Eun Park ◽  
Yong-Seok Jang ◽  
Tae-Sung Bae ◽  
Min-Ho Lee
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Pure Titanium ◽  
Cell Proliferation And Differentiation ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Proliferation And Differentiation ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes

Multi walled carbon nanotubes-hydroxyapatite (MWCNTs-HA) with various contents of MWCNTs was synthesized using the sol-gel method. MWCNTs-HA composites were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). HA particles were generated on the surface of MWCNT. Produced MWCNTs-HA nanocomposites were coated on pure titanium (PT). Characteristic of the titanium coated MWCNTs-HA was evaluated by field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) and XRD. The results show that the titanium surface was covered with MWCNTs-HA nanoparticles and MWCNTs help form the crystalized hydroxyapatite. Furthermore, the MWCNTs-HA coated titanium was investigated for in vitro cellular responses. Cell proliferation and differentiation were improved on the surface of MWCNT-HA coated titanium.

scholarly journals Surface Properties and Biocompatibility of Anodized Titanium with a Potential Pretreatment for Biomedical Applications

Metals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 1090
Author(s):  
Bai-Hung Huang ◽  
Yi-Jung Lu ◽  
Wen-Chien Lan ◽  
Muhammad Ruslin ◽  
Hung-Yang Lin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Porous Structure ◽  
Biomedical Applications ◽  
Grazing Incidence ◽  
Acid Pretreatment ◽  
Osteoblast Cells ◽  
In Vitro Biocompatibility ◽  
Porous Ti ◽  
Diphenyltetrazolium Bromide ◽  
Anodized Titanium

The effects of anodized titanium (Ti) with a potential hydrogen fluoride (HF) acid pretreatment through cathodization on the formation of nano-porous Ti dioxide (TiO2) layer were characterized using field-emission scanning electron microscopy, grazing incidence X-ray diffractometer, and contact angle goniometer. The biocompatibility was determined by 3-[4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl]-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) test. Analytical results found that a well-aligned nano-porous structure was formed on the anodized Ti surface with HF pretreatment concentration above 0.5%. Microstructure of the nano-porous Ti dioxide surface generated by anodization with HF pretreatment was composed of anatase and rutile phases, while the anodized Ti sample with HF pretreatment concentration of 0.5% presented excellent hydrophilicity surface. An in-vitro biocompatibility also indicated that osteoblast cells grown on the surface of the anodized Ti sample with HF pretreatment increased with the increase of culture time. The filopodia of osteoblast cells not only adhered flat, but also tightly grabbed the nano-porous structure for promoting cell adhesion and proliferation. Therefore, the anodized Ti with HF pretreatment can form a functionalized surface with great biocompatibility for biomedical applications, particularly for dental implants.

scholarly journals Distribution in the brain and possible neuroprotective effects of intranasally delivered multi-walled carbon nanotubes

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marzia Soligo ◽  
Fausto Maria Felsani ◽  
Tatiana Da Ros ◽  
Susanna Bosi ◽  
Elena Pellizzoni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Nervous System ◽  
Electrochemical Properties ◽  
Biomedical Applications ◽  
Neurological Diseases ◽  
Neuroprotective Effects ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
The Brain ◽  
Active Investigation

Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are currently under active investigation for their use in several biomedical applications, especially in neurological diseases and nervous system injury due to their electrochemical properties.

Bioactive poly(etheretherketone) composite containing calcium polyphosphate and multi-walled carbon nanotubes for bone repair: Mechanical property and in vitro biocompatibility

2018 ◽  
Vol 33 (5) ◽  
pp. 543-557 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jianfei Cao ◽  
Yue Lu ◽  
Hechun Chen ◽  
Lifang Zhang ◽  
Chengdong Xiong
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Property ◽  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Mechanical Performance ◽  
Injection Molding Process ◽  
Molding Process ◽  
Calcium Polyphosphate ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes

Poly(etheretherketone) exhibits good biocompatibility, excellent mechanical properties, and bone-like stiffness. However, the natural bio-inertness of pure poly(etheretherketone) hinders its applications in biomedical field, especially when direct bone-implant osteo-integration is desired. For developing an alternative biomaterial for load-bearing orthopedic application, combination of bioactive fillers with poly(etheretherketone) matrix is a feasible approach. In this study, a bioactive multi-walled carbon nanotubes/calcium polyphosphate/poly(etheretherketone) composite was prepared through a compounding and injection-molding process for the first time. Bioactive calcium polyphosphate was added to polymer matrix to enhance the bioactivity of the composite, and incorporation of multi-walled carbon nanotubes to composite was aimed to improve both the mechanical property and biocompatibility. Furthermore, the microstructures, surface hydrophilicity, and mechanical property of multi-walled carbon nanotubes/calcium polyphosphate/poly(etheretherketone) composite, as well as the cellular responses of MC3T3-E1 osteoblast cells to this material were investigated. The mechanical testing revealed that mechanical performance of the resulting ternary composite was significantly enhanced by adding the multi-walled carbon nanotubes and the mechanical values obtained were close to or higher than those of human cortical bone. More importantly, cell culture tests showed that initial cell adhesion, cell viability, and osteogenic differentiation of MC3T3-E1 cells were significantly promoted on the multi-walled carbon nanotubes/calcium polyphosphate/poly(etheretherketone) composite. Accordingly, the multi-walled carbon nanotubes/calcium polyphosphate/poly(etheretherketone) composite may be used as a promising bone repair material in dental and orthopedic applications.

In Vitro Biocompatibility of Sheath–Core Cellulose-Acetate-Based Electrospun Scaffolds Towards Endothelial Cells and Platelets

2010 ◽  
Vol 21 (13) ◽  
pp. 1713-1736 ◽  
Author(s):  
David A. Rubenstein ◽  
Subramaniam M. Venkitachalam ◽  
Dan Zamfir ◽  
Fang Wang ◽  
Hongbing Lu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endothelial Cells ◽  
Cellulose Acetate ◽  
Electrospun Scaffolds ◽  
In Vitro Biocompatibility

scholarly journals Biodegradable multi-walled carbon nanotubes trigger anti-tumoral effects

Nanoscale ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (23) ◽  
pp. 11013-11020 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. González-Lavado ◽  
N. Iturrioz-Rodríguez ◽  
E. Padín-González ◽  
J. González ◽  
L. García-Hevia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Malignant Melanoma ◽  
Solid Tumors ◽  
Mild Oxidation ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes

Mild oxidation treatments improve the in vitro and in vivo macrophage biodegradation of carbon nanotubes that trigger remarkable anti-tumoral effects in malignant melanoma solid tumors produced in mice.

scholarly journals The Application of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes in Bone Tissue Repair Hybrid Scaffolds and the Effect on Cell Growth In Vitro

Polymers ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 230 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jie Xu ◽  
Xueyan Hu ◽  
Siyu Jiang ◽  
Yiwei Wang ◽  
Roxanne Parungao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Bone Tissue ◽  
Optimal Growth ◽  
Bone Tissue Regeneration ◽  
Proliferation And Differentiation ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Hybrid Scaffolds

In this study, composite scaffolds with different multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) content were prepared by freeze-drying. These scaffolds were characterized by scanning electron microscope (SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), porosity, hydrophilicity, mechanical strength, and degradation. The MWCNTs scaffolds were structurally sound and had porous structures that offered ample space for adherence, proliferation, and differentiation of MC3T3-E1 cells, and also supported the transport of nutrients and metabolic waste. CS/Gel/nHAp/0.3%MWCNTs scaffolds provided the best outcomes in terms of scaffold porosity, hydrophilicity, and degradation rate. However, CS/Gel/nHAp/0.6%MWCNTs scaffolds were found to support the optimal growth, homogenous distribution, and biological activity of MC3T3-E1 cells. The excellent properties of CS/Gel/nHAp/0.6%MWCNTs scaffolds for the adhesion, proliferation, and osteogenesis differentiation of MC3T3-E1 cells in vitro highlights the potential applications of this scaffold in bone tissue regeneration.

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