Single Molecular Layer of Chitin Sub‐Nanometric Nanoribbons: One‐Pot Self‐Exfoliation and Crystalline Assembly into Robust, Sustainable, and Moldable Structural Materials
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DOI: 10.1002/advs.202201287
Abstract: Sub‐nanometric materials (SNMs) represent a series of unprecedented size‐/morphology‐related properties applicable in theoretical research and diverse cutting‐edge applications. However, in‐depth investigation and wide utilization of organic SNMs are frequently hindered, owing to the complex synthesis… read more here.
Keywords: chitin; molecular layer; one pot; sub nanometric ... See more keywords
From Chitosan to Chitin: Bio‐Inspired Thin Films for Passive Daytime Radiative Cooling
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DOI: 10.1002/advs.202206616
Abstract: Passive radiative daytime cooling is an emerging technology contributing to carbon‐neutral heat management. Optically engineered materials with distinct absorption and emission properties in the solar and mid‐infrared range are at the heart of this technology.… read more here.
Keywords: chitin bio; bio inspired; chitin; cooling ... See more keywords
Purification and characterization of chitinase from Paenibacillus sp.
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DOI: 10.1002/bab.1889
Abstract: The chitinase‐producing bacteria Paenibacillus sp. was isolated from soil samples. The chitinase was purified successively by ammonia sulfate fractional precipitation followed by chromatography on DEAE 52‐cellulose column and then on Sephadex G‐75 column. The chitinase… read more here.
Keywords: biochemistry; chitinase; characterization chitinase; chitin ... See more keywords
Purification and characterization of a chitinase from Aeromonas media CZW001 as a biocatalyst for producing chitinpentaose and chitinhexaose
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DOI: 10.1002/bab.2351
Abstract: Developing chitinase suitable for the bioconversion of chitin to chitin oligosaccharides has attracted significant attention due to its benefits in environmental protection. In this study, chitinase from Aeromonas media CZW001 (AmChi) was purified and characterized.… read more here.
Keywords: chitinase; chitin; aeromonas media; media czw001 ... See more keywords
Design and modularized optimization of one‐step production of N‐acetylneuraminic acid from chitin in Serratia marcescens
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DOI: 10.1002/bit.26782
Abstract: Chitin is an abundant, biorenewable, nitrogen‐rich biomass feedstock that can be potentially developed for biochemical production; however, efficient bioprocesses have yet to be established. Here, we demonstrate an engineered bioprocess to produce N‐acetylneuraminic acid (Neu5Ac)… read more here.
Keywords: production; optimization; serratia marcescens; acetylneuraminic acid ... See more keywords
Control of chitin nanofiber production by the lipid‐producing diatom Cyclotella Sp. through fed‐batch addition of dissolved silicon and nitrate in a bubble‐column photobioreactor
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DOI: 10.1002/btpr.2445
Abstract: Diatoms are single‐celled algae that make cell walls of nanopatterned biogenic silica called frustules through metabolic uptake of dissolved silicon and its templated condensation into biosilica. The centric marine diatom Cyclotella sp. also produces intracellular… read more here.
Keywords: production; silicon nitrate; chitin; cell ... See more keywords
Porosity-induced improvement in KOH activation of chitin nanofiber-based porous carbon leading to ultrahigh specific capacitance.
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DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202200932
Abstract: The applicability of chitin-based carbon as a supercapacitor electrode material was investigated by adjusting its pore structure through polystyrene latex templating, without significant N doping. TEMPO-oxidized chitin nanofibers were mixed with polystyrene latex, hydrothermally treated… read more here.
Keywords: carbon; chitin; porous carbon; specific capacitance ... See more keywords
Inhibition of Chitin Synthase 1 Leading to Increased Mortality in Arthropods.
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DOI: 10.1002/etc.5058
Abstract: Arthropods (including insects, crustaceans and arachnids) rely on the synthesis of chitin to complete their life cycles (Merzendorfer, 2011). This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. read more here.
Keywords: chitin synthase; increased mortality; synthase leading; leading increased ... See more keywords
Hemostatic Performance of ɑ-Chitin/gelatin Composite Sponges with Directional Pore Structure.
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DOI: 10.1002/mabi.202200020
Abstract: Biomedical materials with effective hemostatic properties are in great demand in clinical and battlefield application for severe hemorrhage control. In this study, nearly amorphous chitin is obtained by treating α-chitin with superfine grinding, and the solubility… read more here.
Keywords: structure; chitin; composite sponges; chitin gelatin ... See more keywords
Magnesium Oxide-Catalyzed Conversion of Chitin to Lactic Acid.
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DOI: 10.1002/open.202100018
Abstract: Invited for this month's cover are the groups of Prasert Reubroycharoen at the Chulalongkorn University (Thailand) and Aritomo Yamaguchi at the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (Japan). The cover picture shows the… read more here.
Keywords: chitin; magnesium oxide; conversion chitin; lactic acid ... See more keywords
Identification and Functional Analysis of Chitin Synthase A in Oriental Armyworm, Mythimna separata
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DOI: 10.1002/pmic.201700165
Abstract: Chitin synthases are very important enzymes for chitin synthesis in various species, which makes them a specific target of insecticides. In the present study, the function of the chitin synthase A (CHSA) gene isolated from… read more here.
Keywords: chitin synthase; analysis chitin; chitin; identification functional ... See more keywords