Synthesis and Characterization of Pyrogallol Silver Nanoparticles and Pyrogallol Nanocomposites and Their Effects on Radiation-Induced Toxicity in HEK293 Cells

Academic Background Cancer is a complex and highly prevalent disease worldwide, causing nearly 10 million deaths annually. Early diagnosis and effective treatment are crucial for improving patient survival rates. Current cancer treatment modalities include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy. Among these, radiotherapy is a critic...

Arabinoxylan-Incorporated Poly(ε-Caprolactone) Nanofiber Matrix Promotes Fibroblast Cell Adhesion and Proliferation

Academic Background Wound healing is a complex physiological process involving multiple coordinated stages, including hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. However, in cases of severe trauma or chronic wounds, traditional treatments such as dressings and sutures often have limited efficacy. In recent years, the development of tis...

Synthesis, Physicochemical Characterization, and Antimicrobial Evaluation of Ureasil-Polyether Coatings with Silver Nanoparticles for Hospital Devices

Research Background Nosocomial infections are a common and serious problem in healthcare settings, particularly on reusable medical devices, where cross-contamination and biofilm formation are major causes. To address this challenge, researchers have begun exploring the use of coating materials containing metallic nanoparticles to prevent microbial...

Effects of Bare and PEG Coated Gold Nanoparticles on RRM2 Protein: A Pathway Analysis and MD Simulations Approach

Academic Background Nanoparticles (NPs) have increasingly been applied in the medical field, particularly in bioimaging, biosensing, and drug delivery. Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs), due to their unique physicochemical properties, have become a focal point in biomedical research. However, despite their significant therapeutic potential, the biosafety ...

Changes in Growth and Secondary Metabolite Production in Cannabis sativa L. in Response to Simultaneous Treatment with Plasma-Activated Water, Melatonin, and Nano-Zinc

Academic Background Industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) holds significant value in the pharmaceutical and industrial sectors due to its rich secondary metabolites, such as cannabinoids, terpenoids, and flavonoids. Cannabinoids, including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), exhibit notable pharmacological activities, with THC being ps...