Themed collection 2023 Journal of Materials Chemistry B Most Popular Articles
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Therapy and diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease: from discrete metal complexes to metal–organic frameworks
Critical analysis of discrete metal compounds and metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) as a platform for the treatment and/or diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 7024-7040
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00427A
Graphene family in cancer therapy: recent progress in cancer gene/drug delivery applications
In the past few years, the development in the construction and architecture of graphene based nanocomplexes has dramatically accelerated the use of nano-graphene for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes, fostering a new area of nano-cancer therapy.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 2568-2613
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB01858F
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Surface modification of TiO2 nanoparticles with organic molecules and their biological applications
In recent years, titanium(IV) dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2NPs) have shown promising potential in various biological applications such as antimicrobials, drug delivery, photodynamic therapy, biosensors, and tissue engineering.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 2334-2366
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02576K
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Hydrogels with electrically conductive nanomaterials for biomedical applications
Hydrogels with electrically conductive nanomaterials find numerous biomedical applications where conductivity is relevant, such as substrates for tissue engineering of electroactive cells, strain-sensitive sensors and platforms for drug delivery.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 2036-2062
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02019J
A review on borate bioactive glasses (BBG): effect of doping elements, degradation, and applications
Mecanisme for HAp layer deposition on bioglasses based on silicate and borate 3D structure.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 955-973
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02505A
ROS-scavenging biomaterials for periodontitis
Oxidative stress induced by the imbalance from periodontal pathogens is the main inducement for periodontal tissue destruction, and ROS scavenging biomaterials could be the promising candidate for periodontitis therapy.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 482-499
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02319A
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Complementary charge-driven encapsulation of functional protein by engineered protein cages in cellulo
This study provides proof of charge complementarity-based inclusion complex formation between an engineered protein nanocage and an otherwise degradation-prone cargo protein in live bacterial cells.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 6540-6546
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00754E
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Validation of transparent and flexible neural implants for simultaneous electrophysiology, functional imaging, and optogenetics
We developed and compared transparent micro electrocorticography arrays (μECoGs) to combine electrophysiology and functional imaging. PEDOT:PSS-based μECoGs had the best trade-off of material and physical properties for chronic in vivo experiments.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 9639-9657
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB01191G
Blocking tau transmission by biomimetic graphene nanoparticles
Graphene quantum dots with engineered properties are able to block the seeding activity of tau fibrils by inhibiting the fibrillization of monomeric tau and triggering the disaggregation of tau filaments.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 7378-7388
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00850A
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Marine-origin polysaccharides-based free-standing multilayered membranes as sustainable nanoreservoirs for controlled drug delivery
Free-standing (FS) membranes encompassing N-(2-hydroxypropyl)-3-trimethylammonium chitosan chloride (HTCC) and alginate (ALG) multilayers triggered a sustained release of FITC-BSA when incorporated as an intrinsic building block of the FS membranes.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 6671-6684
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00796K
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3D printed and stimulus responsive drug delivery systems based on synthetic polyelectrolyte hydrogels manufactured via digital light processing
Combining the best of both worlds: the properties of synthetic hydrogels and the possibility of complex structures of 3D printing, obtaining an adjustable, flexible, and sustainable drug delivery system.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 6547-6559
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00285C
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Novel α-mannose-functionalized poly(β-amino ester) nanoparticles as mRNA vaccines with increased antigen presenting cell selectivity in the spleen
Schematic representation of α-mannose-functionalized poly(β aminoester) nanoparticle administration to mice and their selective targeting to CD209-expressing antigen-presenting cells.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 6412-6427
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00607G
Construction of Fe-doped ZIF-8/DOX nanocomposites for ferroptosis strategy in the treatment of breast cancer
The DOX@7FZ was able to enhance the ROS level in cancer cells via a synergistic effect between apoptosis/ferroptosis synergism.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 6335-6345
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00749A
Electrochemical detection of cholesterol in human biofluid using microneedle sensor
The development of a straightforward, economical, portable, and highly sensitive sensing platform for the rapid detection of cholesterol is desirable for the early diagnosis of several pathologic conditions.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 6075-6081
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02142K
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Multifunctional theranostic carbazole-based cyanine for real-time imaging of amyloid-β and therapeutic treatment of multiple pathologies in Alzheimer's disease
The multifunctional theranostic cyanine SLCOOH, capable of real-time imaging of Aβ contents in vivo and targeting multiple pathological pathways or mechanisms of neurodegeneration, was unambiguously demonstrated.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 4865-4873
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00082F
A tunable fluorescent probe for superoxide anion detection during inflammation caused by Treponema pallidum
A tunable fluorescent probe for superoxide anion detection during inflammation caused by Treponema pallidum.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 4523-4528
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00747B
Self-assembly of a fluorescent virus-like particle for imaging in tissues with high autofluorescence
Qβ VLP simplified assembly approach uses the positively charged Rev tag to interact electrostatically with the negatively charged RNAs. This system exploits the known hairpins produced in the coat protein sequence to template the assembly of the full viral capsid.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 4445-4452
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00469D
The revelation of glucose adsorption mechanisms on hierarchical metal–organic frameworks using a surface plasmon resonance sensor
This work reports the use of M-BDC (M = Cu, Mn, Ni, and Zr) MOFs for glucose sensing by surface plasmon resonance (SPR) methods. The sensitivity is in the order of Zr-BDC > Cu-BDC > Mn-BDC > Ni-BDC > bare Au chip.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 4428-4444
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00138E
A fluorinated ionizable lipid improves the mRNA delivery efficiency of lipid nanoparticles
The combination of ionizable lipids bearing alkyl chains and fluorinated alkyl chains improves the cellular uptake and mRNA expression of lipid nanoparticles.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 4171-4180
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00516J
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Photomechanical response under physiological conditions of azobenzene-containing 4D-printed liquid crystal elastomer actuators
This work analyses the photomechanical work performance of 4D-printed liquid crystal elastomers under physiological conditions in PBS media.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 4083-4094
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02757G
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Combined chemo-immuno-photothermal therapy based on ursolic acid/astragaloside IV-loaded hyaluronic acid-modified polydopamine nanomedicine inhibiting the growth and metastasis of non-small cell lung cancer
Combined chemo-immuno-photothermal therapy based on ursolic acid/astragaloside IV-loaded hyaluronic acid-modified polydopamine nanomedicine is a promising strategy for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) metastasis.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 3453-3472
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02328H
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Gold nanoparticle-based two-photon fluorescent nanoprobe for monitoring intracellular nitric oxide levels
Highly-versatile two-photon fluorescent-nanoprobe for the detection of wide ranges of intracellular nitric oxide concentrations in macrophages, endothelial and cancer cells.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 3387-3396
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TB00103B
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Iron nitroprusside as a chemodynamic agent and inducer of ferroptosis for ovarian cancer therapy
A schematic representation of FeNP-induced ROS production and its involvement in ferroptosis.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 3124-3135
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02691K
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Post-imprinting modification: electrochemical and scanning electrochemical microscopy studies of a semi-covalently surface imprinted polymer
Post-imprinting modification of imprinted molecular cavities with a ‘redox probe’ for electrochemical sensing.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 1659-1669
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02116A
Highly stretchable porous regenerated silk fibroin film for enhanced wound healing
Silk fibroin (SF) has caught interest in tissue engineering owing to their biocompatibility and biodegradability.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 1486-1494
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB01896A
3D printed reduced graphene oxide-GelMA hybrid hydrogel scaffolds for potential neuralized bone regeneration
A biomaterial scaffold capable of simultaneously loading multiple stem cells for potential neuralized bone regeneration.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 1288-1301
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB01979E
Covalent immobilization of lipase on an ionic liquid-functionalized magnetic Cu-based metal–organic framework with boosted catalytic performance in flavor ester synthesis
Lipase immobilized on an ionic liquid modified magnetic Cu-based metal–organic framework with enhanced catalytic performance in the synthesis of isoamyl acetate.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 1302-1311
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02246J
Protective effect of the newly synthesized and characterized charge transfer (CT) complex against arecoline induced toxicity in third-instar larvae of transgenic Drosophila melanogaster (hsp70-lacZ)Bg9: experimental and theoretical mechanistic insights
Agents that suppress the toxic effect of arecoline (a chemical present in the Areca nut fruit) have become a need of the hour owing to its several harmful effects on human beings.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 1262-1278
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02362H
Tumor-targeted molybdenum disulfide@barium titanate core–shell nanomedicine for dual photothermal and chemotherapy of triple-negative breast cancer cells
Intracellular working mechanism of Gem-loaded MBPF CSNPs when exposed to NIR laser irradiation. MBPF passively targets and enhances ROS generation and DNA damage within MDA-MB-231 cells through their dual performance.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 1044-1056
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02382B
Solid-state emitting twisted π-conjugate as AIE-active DSE-gen: in vitro anticancer properties against FaDu and 4T1 with biocompatibility and bioimaging
N-hexylindole-linked anthracenyl twisted π-conjugates are identified as AIE-active DSEgens, which can inhibit FaDu and 4T1 cell lines but not HEK-293. The scathed fluorescence signals for FaDu and 4T1 make them recognizable over HEK-293.
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 188-203
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2TB02078E
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This web collection features some of the most cited, most downloaded and most shared articles and reviews published in Journal of Materials Chemistry B in 2023.
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