Themed collection Editor’s Choice collection: Inorganic-biomolecule nanomaterials

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Open Access Review Article

Biocomposites of 2D layered materials

Molecular composites, such as bone and nacre, are everywhere in nature and play crucial roles, ranging from self-defense to carbon sequestration.

Graphical abstract: Biocomposites of 2D layered materials
From the themed collection: Recent Review Articles
Open Access Review Article

“Sweet MOFs”: exploring the potential and restraints of integrating carbohydrates with metal–organic frameworks for biomedical applications

Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) functionalized with carbohydrates offer promising biocompatible systems for biomedical applications. This review discusses recent progress and challenges in using these innovative “sweet” composites.

Graphical abstract: “Sweet MOFs”: exploring the potential and restraints of integrating carbohydrates with metal–organic frameworks for biomedical applications
From the themed collection: Recent Review Articles
Review Article

A cooperation tale of biomolecules and nanomaterials in nanoscale chiral sensing and separation

A cooperation tale of biomolecules and nanomaterials in nanoscale chiral sensing and separation.

Graphical abstract: A cooperation tale of biomolecules and nanomaterials in nanoscale chiral sensing and separation
Communication

MOF-derived nanozymes loaded with botanicals as multifunctional nanoantibiotics for synergistic treatment of intracellular antibiotic-resistant bacterial infection

A novel NIR light-actuated nanoantibiotic based on MOF-derived nanozymes loaded with botanicals for the synergistic treatment of intracellular antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections.

Graphical abstract: MOF-derived nanozymes loaded with botanicals as multifunctional nanoantibiotics for synergistic treatment of intracellular antibiotic-resistant bacterial infection
Communication

A phosphomolybdenum blue nano-photothermal agent with dual peak absorption and biodegradable properties based on ssDNA in near-infrared photothermal therapy for breast cancer

Phosphomolybdenum blue (PMB) was synthesized based on the interaction between ammonium molybdate and ssDNA phosphate ions using a one-pot hydrothermal method. PMB has excellent photothermal therapeutic effects on cancers in the NIR-II region.

Graphical abstract: A phosphomolybdenum blue nano-photothermal agent with dual peak absorption and biodegradable properties based on ssDNA in near-infrared photothermal therapy for breast cancer
Communication

Protein corona potentiates the recovery of nanoparticle-induced disrupted tight junctions in endothelial cells

The protein corona facilitates the recovery of tight junctions disrupted by nanoparticles in endothelial cells and star shape-dependent protein corona induces the aggregates of cell junction proteins.

Graphical abstract: Protein corona potentiates the recovery of nanoparticle-induced disrupted tight junctions in endothelial cells
Communication

Durable silver nanowire transparent electrodes enabled by biorenewable nanocoating using chitin and cellulose nanofibers for flexible electronics

The stability of AgNW FTEs was improved using biorenewable thin films composed of chitin and cellulose nanofibers. Our eco-friendly strategy also improved their performance as transparent heaters and pressure sensors.

Graphical abstract: Durable silver nanowire transparent electrodes enabled by biorenewable nanocoating using chitin and cellulose nanofibers for flexible electronics
Communication

An ionically cross-linked composite hydrogel electrolyte based on natural biomacromolecules for sustainable zinc-ion batteries

An ionically cross-linked composite hydrogel electrolyte based on biomacromolecules is developed to enable highly reversible zinc anode, thereby improving the electrochemical performance of sustainable and flexible zinc-ion batteries.

Graphical abstract: An ionically cross-linked composite hydrogel electrolyte based on natural biomacromolecules for sustainable zinc-ion batteries
Communication

Bio-catalytic nanoparticle shaping for preparing mesoscopic assemblies of semiconductor quantum dots and organic molecules

Mesoscopic particles are promising materials in various fields owing to the combined or synergistic nature of quantum and bulk effects. We present a new approach for preparing a variety of dispersible mesoscopic particles using bio-enzymes.

Graphical abstract: Bio-catalytic nanoparticle shaping for preparing mesoscopic assemblies of semiconductor quantum dots and organic molecules
Open Access Communication

Biocompatible cellulose nanocrystal-based Trojan horse enables targeted delivery of nano-Au radiosensitizers to triple negative breast cancer cells

A hybrid cellulose-based programmable nanoplatform for applications in precision radiation oncology is described.

Graphical abstract: Biocompatible cellulose nanocrystal-based Trojan horse enables targeted delivery of nano-Au radiosensitizers to triple negative breast cancer cells
Open Access Communication

Selenium-silk microgels as antifungal and antibacterial agents

Silk-based microgels that contain selenium nanoparticles embedded within the protein scaffold, that display potent antibacterial and antifungal properties, while importantly remain highly biocompatible with mammalian cells.

Graphical abstract: Selenium-silk microgels as antifungal and antibacterial agents
Open Access Communication

A selenoureido-iminoglycolipid transported by zeolitic-imidazolate framework nanoparticles: a novel antioxidant therapeutic approach

The controlled encapsulation of a Se-containing glycomimetic into zeolitic-imidazolate framework-8 nanoparticles resulted in an effective antioxidant nanoplatform (DSeU@ZIF8), which allowed protecting endothelial cells from oxidative stress damage.

Graphical abstract: A selenoureido-iminoglycolipid transported by zeolitic-imidazolate framework nanoparticles: a novel antioxidant therapeutic approach
Communication

NIR-activated quercetin-based nanogels embedded with CuS nanoclusters for the treatment of drug-resistant biofilms and accelerated chronic wound healing

Copper sulfide nanoclusters embedded in quercetin-derived carbon nanogels show enzyme-like and photoresponsive properties. They destroy infected wound biofilms and aid healing through angiogenesis, epithelialization, and collagen production.

Graphical abstract: NIR-activated quercetin-based nanogels embedded with CuS nanoclusters for the treatment of drug-resistant biofilms and accelerated chronic wound healing
Communication

Stereoselective coronas regulate the fate of chiral gold nanoparticles in vivo

Formation of chirality-specific protein corona on gold nanoparticles promotes recognition by lipoproteins, complements, and acute phase proteins that mediates LDL receptor-involved cell uptake and tissue accumulation in vivo.

Graphical abstract: Stereoselective coronas regulate the fate of chiral gold nanoparticles in vivo
Open Access Communication

Simple engineering of hybrid cellulose nanocrystal–gold nanoparticles results in a functional glyconanomaterial with biomolecular recognition properties

Hybrid cellulose nanocrystal-gold nanoparticles engineered with sugar headgroups is a functional glyconanomaterial that permits a direct visualization of the sugar headgroups-lectins interactions by cryo-transmission electron microscopy.

Graphical abstract: Simple engineering of hybrid cellulose nanocrystal–gold nanoparticles results in a functional glyconanomaterial with biomolecular recognition properties
Communication

Integrated cascade catalysis of microalgal bioenzyme and inorganic nanozyme for anti-inflammation therapy

A biotic/abiotic biohybrid system that combines a microalgal bioenzyme with an inorganic nanoenzyme was developed for anti-inflammation therapy through executing a cascade catalysis to eliminate O2˙ and H2O2.

Graphical abstract: Integrated cascade catalysis of microalgal bioenzyme and inorganic nanozyme for anti-inflammation therapy
Open Access Communication

Discrimination between protein glycoforms using lectin-functionalised gold nanoparticles as signal enhancers

Biolayer interferometry is used to distinguish between glycoforms of the same using lectin-functional nanoparticles as both readers, and signal enhancers. The use of this is exemplified with prostate specific antigen.

Graphical abstract: Discrimination between protein glycoforms using lectin-functionalised gold nanoparticles as signal enhancers
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About this collection

Nanoscale Horizons Scientific Editor Prof. Mark MacLachlan from University of British Columbia, Canada has collated some of the top articles published in Nanoscale Horizons in the last couple of years related to inorganic-biomolecule nanomaterials. The exciting innovations emerging from this field are well-positioned for breakthroughs in areas ranging from energy storage to cancer therapy, and we look forward to publishing more impactful developments in the field.

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