scholarly journals Biogenic Metal Nanoparticles: A New Approach to Detect Life on Mars?

Life ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marta Filipa Simões ◽  
Cristiane Angélica Ottoni ◽  
André Antunes
Keyword(s):  
Metal Nanoparticles ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Synthesis Process ◽  
Biogenic Synthesis ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Future Space ◽  
Life On Mars ◽  
Potential Use

Metal nanoparticles (MNPs) have been extensively studied. They can be produced via different methods (physical, chemical, or biogenic), but biogenic synthesis has become more relevant, mainly for being referred by many as eco-friendly and more advantageous than others. Biogenic MNPs have been largely used in a wide variety of applications, from industry, to agriculture, to health sectors, among others. Even though they are increasingly researched and used, there is still space for exploring further applications and increasing their functionality and our understanding of their synthesis process. Here, we provide an overview of MNPs and biogenic MNPs, and we analyze the potential application of their formation process to astrobiology and the detection of life on Mars and other worlds. According to current knowledge, we suggest that they can be used as potential biosignatures in extra-terrestrial samples. We present the advantages and disadvantages of this approach, suggest further research, and propose its potential use for the search for life in future space exploration.

scholarly journals Current and Future Development in Lung Cancer Diagnosis

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (16) ◽  
pp. 8661
Author(s):  
Reem Nooreldeen ◽  
Horacio Bach
Keyword(s):  
Lung Cancer ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Oil Fields ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Lung Cancer Diagnosis ◽  
High Risk Populations ◽  
Novel Biomarkers ◽  
Diagnosis Of Lung Cancer ◽  
Potential Use

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in North America and other developed countries. One of the reasons lung cancer is at the top of the list is that it is often not diagnosed until the cancer is at an advanced stage. Thus, the earliest diagnosis of lung cancer is crucial, especially in screening high-risk populations, such as smokers, exposure to fumes, oil fields, toxic occupational places, etc. Based on the current knowledge, it looks that there is an urgent need to identify novel biomarkers. The current diagnosis of lung cancer includes different types of imaging complemented with pathological assessment of biopsies, but these techniques can still not detect early lung cancer developments. In this review, we described the advantages and disadvantages of current methods used in diagnosing lung cancer, and we provide an analysis of the potential use of body fluids as carriers of biomarkers as predictors of cancer development and progression.

ON COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION METHODS OF MULTI-PUMP UNITS

2020 ◽  
pp. 23-28
Author(s):  
A.I. Glushchenko ◽  
M.Yu. Serov
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Control System ◽  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Performance Optimization ◽  
Optimization Methods ◽  
Online Optimization ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Analysis Of Performance

В статье рассматривается вопрос совершенствования системы управления параллельно-работающими насосными агрегатами с целью повышения энергоэффективности их работы. Проведено сравнение и выявление недостатков существующих методов решения рассматриваемой проблемы. Предложена идея нового подхода на базе онлайн оптимизации. The problem under consideration is improvement of the energy efficiency of a control system of parallel-running pump units. Known methods used to solve this problem are considered. Their advantages and disadvantages are shown. Finally, the idea of a new approach, which is based on online optimization, is proposed.

Nanobiotechnology: Nature-inspired silver nanoparticles towards green synthesis

2021 ◽  
pp. 0958305X2198988
Author(s):  
Nur Syakirah Rabiha Rosman ◽  
Noor Aniza Harun ◽  
Izwandy Idris ◽  
Wan Iryani Wan Ismail
Keyword(s):  
Electrical Conductivity ◽  
Silver Nanoparticles ◽  
Green Synthesis ◽  
Metal Nanoparticles ◽  
Current Trend ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Noble Metal Nanoparticles ◽  
Current Application ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Physical And Chemical

The emergence of technology to produce nanoparticles (1 nm – 100 nm in size) has drawn significant researchers’ interests. Nanoparticles can boost the antimicrobial, catalytic, optical, and electrical conductivity properties, which cannot be achieved by their corresponding bulk. Among other noble metal nanoparticles, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have attained a special emphasis in the industry due to their superior physical, chemical, and biological properties, closely linked to their shapes, sizes, and morphologies. Proper knowledge of these NPs is essential to maximise the potential of biosynthesised AgNPs in various applications while mitigating risks to humans and the environment. This paper aims to critically review the global consumption of AgNPs and compare the AgNPs synthesis between conventional methods (physical and chemical) and current trend method (biological). Related work, advantages, and drawbacks are also highlighted. Pertinently, this review extensively discusses the current application of AgNPs in various fields. Lastly, the challenges and prospects of biosynthesised AgNPs, including application safety, oxidation, and stability, commercialisation, and sustainability of resources towards a green environment, were discussed.

Comparison of New Telescopic Video Microlaryngoscopic and Standard Microlaryngoscopic Techniques

1992 ◽  
Vol 101 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eiji Yanagisawa ◽  
Ken Yanagisawa ◽  
Jay B. Horowitz ◽  
Lawrence J. Mambrino
Keyword(s):  
Video Camera ◽  
New Method ◽  
Depth Of Field ◽  
Microscopic Technique ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Laryngeal Surgery ◽  
Valuable Method ◽  
Microlaryngeal Surgery ◽  
Television Image

A new approach to microlaryngeal surgery using a specially designed video microlaryngoscope with a rigid endoscopic telescope and an attached video camera was introduced by Kantor et al in 1990. The ability to video document and perform surgery of the larynx by viewing a high-resolution television image was demonstrated. This method was recommended over the standard microscopic technique for increased visibility with greater depth of field, unimpeded instrument access, instant documentation, and superior teaching value. The authors tried this new method and the standard microscopic technique at the same sitting on a series of patients. This paper will compare these two different techniques and discuss their advantages and disadvantages. Although the new method has many advantages, the standard microscopic technique remains as a valuable method in laryngeal surgery.

Recent advances in the application of noble metal nanoparticles in colorimetric sensors for lead ions

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
H Singh ◽  
Amy Bamrah ◽  
Sanjeev Kumar ◽  
A Deep ◽  
M Khatri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metals ◽  
Metal Nanoparticles ◽  
Noble Metal ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Lead Ions ◽  
Noble Metal Nanoparticles ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Recent Advances ◽  
Recent Developments ◽  
Colorimetric Sensors

Recent developments in nanotechnology and engineering have produced a plethora of nanomaterials with amazing physical/chemical properties and enhanced sensing potential for various heavy metals in the environment. Noble metal nanoparticles...

Latest Research and Developing Tendency of Hyperbranched Polymers Fabrication

2021 ◽  
Vol 896 ◽  
pp. 45-50
Author(s):  
Lian Yi Huo ◽  
Xue Tao Shi ◽  
Si Ming Chen ◽  
Meng Yao Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Reaction Mechanism ◽  
Ring Opening ◽  
Hyperbranched Polymers ◽  
Ring Opening Polymerization ◽  
Synthesis Process ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Environmental Friendly ◽  
High Efficient ◽  
The Future

Hyperbranched polymers (HBPs) have been applied in various fields because of its outstanding biodegradability and biocompatibility. At present, there are a variety of methods that are used to fabricate HBPs, such as polycondensation, reactive polymerization and ring-opening polymerization according to reaction mechanism. These methods are all environmental-friendly and high-efficient to generate HBPs, and are valuable for industrialization. In this work, we conclude some common methods of HBPs fabrication and make the comparison between them to analyze their advantages and disadvantages, which contribute in how to improve the synthesis process in the future research.

Potential use of biomarkers for the clinical evaluation of sarcoidosis

2021 ◽  
pp. jim-2020-001659
Author(s):  
Amir Mousapasandi ◽  
Cristan Herbert ◽  
Paul Thomas
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Evaluation ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Epithelioid Cell ◽  
Pulmonary Sarcoidosis ◽  
Biological Molecules ◽  
Unknown Etiology ◽  
Chronic Antigenic Stimulation ◽  
Host Genetic ◽  
Potential Use

Sarcoidosis is a systemic granulomatous disease of unknown etiology and pathogenesis with a heterogeneous clinical presentation. In the appropriate clinical and radiological context and with the exclusion of other diagnoses, the disease is characterized by the pathological presence of non-caseating epithelioid cell granulomas. Sarcoidosis is postulated to be a multifactorial disease caused by chronic antigenic stimulation. The immunopathogenesis of sarcoidosis encompasses a complex interaction between the host, genetic factors and postulated environmental and infectious triggers, which result in granuloma development.The exact pathogenesis of the disease has yet to be elucidated, but some of the inflammatory pathways that play a key role in disease progression and outcomes are becoming apparent, and these may form the logical basis for selecting potential biomarkers.Biomarkers are biological molecules that are altered pathologically. To date, there exists no single reliable biomarker for the evaluation of sarcoidosis, either diagnostically or prognostically but new candidates are emerging. A diagnosis of sarcoidosis ideally requires a biopsy confirming non-caseating granulomas, but the likelihood of progression that requires intervention remains unpredictable. These challenging aspects could be potentially resolved by incorporating biomarkers into clinical practice for both diagnosis and monitoring disease activity.This review outlines the current knowledge on sarcoidosis with an emphasis on pulmonary sarcoidosis, and delineates the understanding surrounding the implication of biomarkers for the clinical evaluation of sarcoidosis.

scholarly journals Aggregator of Demand Response for Renewable Integration and Customer Engagement: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats

Energies ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 2391 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kody Ponds ◽  
Ali Arefi ◽  
Ali Sayigh ◽  
Gerard Ledwich
Keyword(s):  
Demand Response ◽  
Electricity Market ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Traditional Approach ◽  
Customer Engagement ◽  
Energy Integration ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Political Economic

The world is progressing towards a more advanced society where end-consumers have access to local renewable-based generation and advanced forms of information and technology. Hence, it is in a current state of transition between the traditional approach to power generation and distribution, where end-consumers of electricity have typically been inactive in their involvement with energy markets and a new approach that integrates their active participation. This new approach includes the use of distributed energy resources (DER) such as renewable-based generation and demand response (DR), which are being rapidly adopted by end-consumers where incentives are strong. This paper presents the role of the DR aggregator to effectively integrate DER technology as a new source of energy capacity into electricity networks using information communication technology and industry knowledge., Based on DR aggregators, this framework will efficiently facilitate renewable energy integration and customer engagement into the electricity market. To this aim, advantages and disadvantages of DR aggregators are discussed in this paper from political, economic, social, and technological (PEST) points of view. Based on this analysis, a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis for a typical DR aggregator is presented.

Sewage Clarification with Magnetite Particles

1991 ◽  
Vol 23 (7-9) ◽  
pp. 1703-1712 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. A. Booker ◽  
D. Keir ◽  
A. J. Priestley ◽  
C. B. Ritchie ◽  
D. L. Sudarmana ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sewage Treatment ◽  
The Other ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Chemical Coagulation ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Magnetite Particles

A new approach to sewage treatment which involves rapid clarification of raw sewage with fine magnetite particles is described. The process, which is essentially a greatly accelerated chemical coagulation, provides a quick separation of the sewage into two liquid streams, one clarified, the other highly concentrated. Development of the process up to and including operation of a fully continuous pilot is outlined and potential advantages and disadvantages identified.

scholarly journals Extracellular Vesicles: An Emerging Nanoplatform for Cancer Therapy

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yifan Ma ◽  
Shiyan Dong ◽  
Xuefeng Li ◽  
Betty Y. S. Kim ◽  
Zhaogang Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Therapy ◽  
Extracellular Vesicles ◽  
Drug Delivery Systems ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Drug Loading ◽  
Cell Communication ◽  
Cancer Therapies ◽  
Therapeutic Function ◽  
Cancer Studies ◽  
Potential Use

Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are cell-derived membrane particles that represent an endogenous mechanism for cell-to-cell communication. Since discovering that EVs have multiple advantages over currently available delivery platforms, such as their ability to overcome natural barriers, intrinsic cell targeting properties, and circulation stability, the potential use of EVs as therapeutic nanoplatforms for cancer studies has attracted considerable interest. To fully elucidate EVs’ therapeutic function for treating cancer, all current knowledge about cellular uptake and trafficking of EVs will be initially reviewed. In order to further improve EVs as anticancer therapeutics, engineering strategies for cancer therapy have been widely explored in the last decade, along with other cancer therapies. However, therapeutic applications of EVs as drug delivery systems have been limited because of immunological concerns, lack of methods to scale EV production, and efficient drug loading. We will review and discuss recent progress and remaining challenges in developing EVs as a delivery nanoplatform for cancer therapy.

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