Journal of Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials

Short Communication Open Access

Luminescent MOFs Based on Thiazolo[5,4-d]thiazole as a Chemosensor for the Detection of Environmental Contaminants

Akram Karbalaee Hosseini , Azadeh Tadjarodi

Luminescent metal-organic frameworks (LMOFs) are considered special candidates for the sensation and detection of particular analytes. Thiazolo[5,4-d]thiazoles (TTZs) are an ideal type of heterocycles for fluorophores with π-bridge moieties demonstrating structure-function characteristics. LMOFs with excellent sensing properties can be constructed by incorporating heterocyclic aromatic thiazolo[5,4-d]thiazole into the framework. 

Research Article Open Access

The Effect of Nano-Encapsulated Orlistat on Prostate Cancer: An In vitro Study

Ferah Armutcu , Bahattin Adam

Background: The targeted inhibition of fatty acid synthase (FASN) by Orlistat, a potent FASN inhibitor, has been shown to block tumor proliferation and induce apoptosis in cultured tumor cells. Since Orlistat is insoluble, its solubility in blood circulation is limited. Cancer nanotherapeutics are rapidly progressing and are being implemented to solve several limitations of conventional drug delivery systems.

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Assessment of Stability of Early Loaded Nano Coated Hydroxyapatite Implants in Posterior Maxilla

Ola Abdelsamad Amin , Ingy Mohamed Shehata , Heba M. Kamel , Nader Nabil Elbokle

Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the stability after early loading of nano coated hydroxyapatite implants in posterior maxilla. Methodology: This study was conducted on nine patients with at least a missing one maxillary posterior tooth. Ten Nano-coated hydroxyapatite implants (ETIII NH implant by Hiossen) were inserted in nine patients, and then subjected to early loading according to the secondary stability readings taken by Osstell^®.

Commentary Open Access

Commentary on “Review on Nanocrystalline Silicon Thin Films for Heterojunction Solar Cells”

Mansi Sharma

The article presents a commentary for the recent publication on nanocrytalline silicon thin films for heterojunction solar (SHJ) cells. The aim of the communication is to highlight some of the important mechanism discussed in the report for improved structure and interface properties which results in better device fill factor and hence enhanced efficiency. Furthermore, the discussion has been extended to present some of the recent literatures which have followed the similar guidelines for material synthesis with improved optical gain in applications of SHJ solar cells.

Research Article Open Access

Hybridized Luminescent Lanthanide Super Crystals Used as Spectral Convertors to Increase Photoconductivity in Opto-Electronic Devices

Alexis Bullock

Discovering new forms of energy has been essential for the innovation of more efficient technologies in the future and is a phenomenon in optical and scientific industries worldwide. A solar cell converts electromagnetic radiation or artificial light into energy due to the photovoltaic effect. Solar cell efficiency has increased over the years due to different device material and design. Lanthanide elements are the interest for solar cell research due to their absorption of lost photons by utilizing the photoelectric effect.

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Biosynthesis of Manganese Dioxide Nanoparticles and Optimization of Reaction Variables

Abelneh Terefe Mekuria

Biosynthesis is an efficient and environmentally friendly process used to synthesize nanoparticles. This study presents a simple, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective method for synthesizing manganese dioxide nanoparticles from aqueous manganese (II) acetate using lemon extract as a reducing agent. Turmeric extract (curcumin) was employed to stabilize the biosynthesized nanoparticles. UV-visible spectroscopy was used to evaluate the concentration of nanoparticles at 350 nm wavelength.

Review Article Open Access

A Review Study on the Sources of Biosynthesis of Nanoparticles from Different Organisms and Their Applications in Nanomedicine

Hafiza Farhat , Kainat Iqra , Shahid Ullah

Nowadays nanoparticles is gaining much attention across the world among the researchers. From last few decades, green nanotechnology also emerging as a significant approach in order to synthesize and fabricate the nanoparticles from different organisms. This green route stabilizing the agents from biological agent for the formation of nanoparticles. The present review article aims is to elaborate the ongoing emergence of nanoparticle formulation from different microbiota.