scholarly journals Fluorescence properties of Neurospora tyrosinase

1982 ◽  
Vol 205 (1) ◽  
pp. 173-180 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Beltramini ◽  
K Lerch
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Yield ◽  
Fluorescence Spectroscopy ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Fluorescent Probe ◽  
Active Site ◽  
Emission Intensity ◽  
Marked Decrease ◽  
Emission Spectra ◽  
Fluorescence Properties ◽  
Tryptophan Residues

Some structural properties of Neurospora tyrosinase have been studied by fluorescence spectroscopy. The emission spectra observed for oxy-, deoxy-, met- and apo-tyrosinase and the Co2+-substituted form are indicative of a protein containing buried tryptophan residues. By using acrylamide and iodide, part of the emission is quenched, indicating heterogeneity in the tryptophan environment. Upon binding of Cu2+ or Co2+ to apo-tyrosinase, a marked decrease of the tryptophan quantum yield is observed. A further decrease in emission intensity results from the binding of molecular O2 to the deoxy form. The fluorescent probe 8-anilinonaphthalene-1-sulphonate binds to tyrosinase only when the metal ions are removed. Reconstitution of apo-tyrosinase with Cu2+ completely displaces the probe, suggesting that 8-anilinonaphthalene-1-sulphonate binds to apo-tyrosinase at the active site. The fluorescence properties of Neurospora tyrosinase are compared with those of haemocyanin.

scholarly journals Conformational changes at the active site of creatine kinase at low concentrations of guanidinium chloride

1993 ◽  
Vol 291 (1) ◽  
pp. 103-107 ◽  
Author(s):  
H M Zhou ◽  
X H Zhang ◽  
Y Yin ◽  
C L Tsou
Keyword(s):  
Creatine Kinase ◽  
Fluorescent Probe ◽  
Conformational Change ◽  
Conformational Changes ◽  
Active Site ◽  
Emission Intensity ◽  
Enzyme Inactivation ◽  
Amino Groups ◽  
Guanidinium Chloride ◽  
Low Concentrations

It has been previously reported that, during denaturation of creatine kinase by guanidinium chloride (GdmCl) or urea [Tsou (1986), Trends Biochem. Sci. 11, 427-429], inactivation occurs before noticeable conformational change can be detected, and it is suggested that the conformation at the active site is more easily perturbed and hence more flexible than the molecule as a whole. In this study, the thiol and amino groups at or near the active site of creatine kinase are labelled with o-phthalaldehyde to form a fluorescent probe. Both the emission intensity and anisotropy decrease during denaturation indicating exposure of this probe and increased mobility of the active site. The above conformational changes take place together with enzyme inactivation at lower GdmCl concentrations than required to bring about intrinsic fluorescence changes of the enzyme. At the same GdmCl concentration, the rate of exposure of the probe is comparable with that of inactivation and is several orders of magnitude faster than that for the unfolding of the molecule as a whole.

Study on a New Coumarin Derivative as Fluorescent Probe for Hg2+ Ions

2014 ◽  
Vol 904 ◽  
pp. 99-102
Author(s):  
Hong Qi Li ◽  
Zhen Chen ◽  
Hao Chen ◽  
Jia Wei Zhang ◽  
Yan Tai Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Metal Ions ◽  
Fluorescent Probe ◽  
Fluorescence Emission ◽  
Emission Spectra ◽  
Coumarin Derivative ◽  
Emission Peak ◽  
Fluorescence Emission Spectra ◽  
Maximum Emission ◽  
H Nmr ◽  
C Nmr

A new coumarin derivative L was synthesized and characterized by1H NMR,13C NMR, IR and mass spectrum. UV-Vis and fluorescence emission spectra of L without or with different anions (NO2, F, Cl, HSO3, HSO4, AcO or NO3) or metal ions were measured, which showed while addition of anions or metal ions Mg2+, Zn2+, Ca2+, Cu2+, Ni2+, Co2+, Fe3+or Al3+led to decrease in intensity of the maximum emission peak at about 480 nm, addition of Hg2+ions caused increase in intensity of the maximum emission peak, suggesting that L may act as a fluorescent probe for detection of Hg2+ions.

Synthesis of highly fluorescent gold nanoclusters and their use in sensitive analysis of metal ions

The Analyst ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 142 (23) ◽  
pp. 4486-4493 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yayu Yang ◽  
Ailing Han ◽  
Ruixue Li ◽  
Guozhen Fang ◽  
Jifeng Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Yield ◽  
Metal Ions ◽  
Gold Nanoclusters ◽  
Emission Peak ◽  
Fluorescence Properties ◽  
Sensitive Analysis ◽  
The Core ◽  
Au Clusters

The fluorescence properties, including emission peak and quantum yield, of Au clusters are dependent upon the ligands capping the core.

Characterization of Amethysts from Sukamara, Central Kalimantan, Using Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS)

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 5-8
Author(s):  
Komang Gde Suastika, Heri Suyanto, Gunarjo, Sadiana, Darmaji
Keyword(s):  
Emission Intensity ◽  
Laser Energy ◽  
Emission Spectra ◽  
Atomic Emission ◽  
Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy ◽  
Chemical Formula ◽  
Central Kalimantan ◽  
Breakdown Spectroscopy ◽  
Laser Induced Breakdown

Abstract - Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) is one method of atomic emission spectroscopy using laser ablation as an energy source. This method is used to characterize the type of amethysts that originally come from Sukamara, Central Kalimantan. The result of amethyst characterization can be used as a reference for claiming the natural wealth of the amethyst. The amethyst samples are directly taken from the amethyst mining field in the District Gem Amethyst and consist of four color variations: white, black, yellow, and purple. These samples were analyzed by LIBS, using laser energy of 120 mJ, delay time detection of 2 μs and accumulation of 3, with and without cleaning. The purpose of this study is to determine emission spectra characteristics, contained elements, and physical characteristics of each amethyst sample. The spectra show that the amethyst samples contain some elements such as Al, Ca, K, Fe, Gd, Ba, Si, Be, H, O, N, Cl and Pu with various emission intensities. The value of emission intensity corresponds to concentration of element in the sample. Hence, the characteristics of the amethysts are based on their concentration value. The element with the highest concentration in all samples is Si, which is related to the chemical formula of SiO2. The element with the lowest concentration in all samples is Ca that is found in black and yellow amethysts. The emission intensity of Fe element can distinguish between white, purple, and yellow amethyst. If Fe emission intensity is very low, it indicates yellow sample. Thus, we may conclude that LIBS is a method that can be used to characterize the amethyst samples.Key words: amethyst, impurity, laser-induced, breakdown spectroscopy, characteristic, gemstones

Synthesis and Characterization of ROSA Dye - A Rhodamine B-type Fluorophore, Suitable for Bioconjugation and Fluorescence Studies in Live Cells

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (10) ◽  
pp. 758-767
Author(s):  
Vicente Rubio ◽  
Vijaya Iragavarapu ◽  
Maciej J. Stawikowski
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Yield ◽  
Cancer Cells ◽  
Fluorescent Probe ◽  
Extinction Coefficient ◽  
Rhodamine B ◽  
Solid Phase ◽  
Total Yield ◽  
Molar Extinction Coefficient ◽  
Αvβ3 Integrin ◽  
Αvβ3 Integrins

Background: Herein we report the multigram-scale synthesis, characterization and application of a rhodamine B-based fluorophore (ROSA) suitable for fluorescent studies in biological applications. This fluorophore is devoid of rhodamine spirolactone formation and furthermore characterized by a high molar extinction coefficient (ϵ=87250 ± 1630 M-1cm-1) and quantum yield (φ) of 0.589 ± 0.070 in water. Reported here is also the application of ROSA towards synthesis of a ROSA-PEG-GRGDS-NH2 fluorescent probe suitable for live cell imaging of αvβ3 integrins for in vitro assays. Objective: The main objective of this study is to efficiently prepare rhodamine B derivative, devoid of spirolactone formation that would be suitable for bioconjugation and subsequent bioimaging. Methods: Rhodamine B was transformed into rhodamine B succinimide ester (RhoB-OSu) using N-hydroxysuccinimide. RhoB-OSu was further coupled to sarcosine to obtain rhodamine Bsarcosine dye (ROSA) in good yield. The ROSA dye was then coupled to a αvβ3 integrin binding sequence using standard solid-phase conditions. Resulting ROSA-PEG-GRGDS-NH2 probe was used to image integrins on cancer cells. Results: The rhodamine B-sarcosine dye (ROSA) was obtained in multigram scale in good total yield of 47%. Unlike rhodamine B, the ROSA dye does not undergo pH-dependent spirolactone/spirolactam formation as compared with rhodamine B-glycine. It is also characterized by excellent quantum yield (φ) of 0.589 ± 0.070 in water and high molar extinction coefficient of 87250 ± 1630 M-1cm-1. ROSA coupling to the RGD-like peptide was proved to be efficient and straightforward. Imaging using standard filters on multimode plate reader and confocal microscope was performed. The αvβ3 integrins present on the surface of live WM-266-4 (melanoma) and MCF- 7 (breast cancer) cells were successfully imaged. Conclusion: We successfully derivatized rhodamine B to create an inexpensive, stable and convenient to use fluorescent probe. The obtained derivative has excellent photochemical properties and it is suitable for bioconjugation and many imaging applications.

scholarly journals Influence of Calcination Temperature on Crystal Growth and Optical Characteristics of Eu3+ Doped ZnO/Zn2SiO4 Composites Fabricated via Simple Thermal Treatment Method

Crystals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 115
Author(s):  
Suhail Huzaifa Jaafar ◽  
Mohd Hafiz Mohd Zaid ◽  
Khamirul Amin Matori ◽  
Sidek Hj. Ab Aziz ◽  
Halimah Mohamed Kamari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Treatment ◽  
Band Gap ◽  
Calcination Temperature ◽  
Emission Intensity ◽  
Emission Spectra ◽  
Treatment Method ◽  
Absorption Bands ◽  
Vis Spectroscopy ◽  
Doped Zno ◽  
Zno Crystal

This research paper proposes the usage of a simple thermal treatment method to synthesis the pure and Eu3+ doped ZnO/Zn2SiO4 based composites which undergo calcination process at different temperatures. The effect of calcination temperatures on the structural, morphological, and optical properties of ZnO/Zn2SiO4 based composites have been studied. The XRD analysis shows the existence of two major phases which are ZnO and Zn2SiO4 crystals and supported by the finding in the FT-IR. The FESEM micrograph further confirms the existence of both ZnO and Zn2SiO4 crystal phases, with progress in the calcination temperature around 700–800 °C which affects the existence of the necking-like shape particle. Absorption humps discovered through UV-Vis spectroscopy revealed that at the higher calcination temperature effects for higher absorption intensity while absorption bands can be seen at below 400 nm with dropping of absorption bands at 370–375 nm. Two types of band gap can be seen from the energy band gap analysis which occurs from ZnO crystal and Zn2SiO4 crystal progress. It is also discovered that for Eu3+ doped ZnO/Zn2SiO4 composites, the Zn2SiO4 crystal (5.11–4.71 eV) has a higher band gap compared to the ZnO crystal (3.271–4.07 eV). While, for the photoluminescence study, excited at 400 nm, the emission spectra of Eu3+ doped ZnO/Zn2SiO4 revealed higher emission intensity compared to pure ZnO/Zn2SiO4 with higher calcination temperature exhibit higher emission intensity at 615 nm with 700 °C being the optimum temperature. The emission spectra also show that the calcination temperature contributed to enhancing the emission intensity.

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