Investigation of the encapsulation of metal cations (Cu2+, Zn2+, Ca2+ and Ba2+) by the dipeptide Phe–Phe using natural bond orbital theory and molecular dynamics simulation
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DOI: 10.1007/s00894-017-3248-5
Abstract: AbstractComplexes of the dipeptide phenylalanine–phenylalanine (Phe–Phe) with divalent metal cations (Cu2+, Zn2+, Ca2+ and Ba2+) were studied at the B3LYP and MP2 levels of theory with the basis sets 6-311++G(d,p) and 6-31 + G(d) in… read more here.
Keywords: zn2 ca2; phe phe; ca2 ba2; phe ... See more keywords
Inhibition of Aβ aggregates in Alzheimer's disease by epigallocatechin and epicatechin-3-gallate from green tea.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.bioorg.2020.104382
Abstract: Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by progressive accumulation of senile plaques, which are primarily composed of misfolded amyloid β-peptide (Aβ). Aβ aggregates are believed to be a key factor in the pathogenesis… read more here.
Keywords: green tea; alzheimer disease; epicatechin gallate; tea ... See more keywords
Preparation and characteristics of bentonite-zeolite adsorbent and its application in swine wastewater.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2019.03.043
Abstract: The preparation of bentonite-zeolite (BZ) adsorbent using bentonite, aluminate, and rice husk was conducted. The adsorption experiment was performed for the removal of Cu2+ and Zn2+ from aqueous solution in single and binary systems. Results… read more here.
Keywords: adsorption; cu2; bentonite zeolite; cu2 zn2 ... See more keywords
Characterization of Cu2+ and Zn2+ binding sites in SUMO1 and its impact on protein stability.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.02.116
Abstract: Metal ions like Cu2+ and Zn2+ have been shown to impact protein misfolding pathways in neurodegenerative proteinopathies like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Also, due to their strong interaction with Ubiquitin, they interfere in degradation of misfolded… read more here.
Keywords: impact protein; cu2; binding sites; spectroscopy ... See more keywords
Adsorption of Cu2+ and Zn2+ on SBA-15 mesoporous silica functionalized with triethylenetetramine chelating agent
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jece.2019.103205
Abstract: Abstract Mesoporous silica particles, based on SBA-15 matrix, were functionalized with triethylenetetramine (TETA), and characterized by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), and N2-adsorption/desorption isotherms (surface area and pore size distribution). The… read more here.
Keywords: mesoporous silica; cu2 zn2; adsorption; teta ... See more keywords
New bis-(3-hydroxy-4-pyridinone)-NTA-derivative: Synthesis, binding ability towards Ca2+, Cu2+, Zn2+, Al3+, Fe3+ and biological assays
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DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2018.09.107
Abstract: Abstract A new bis-(3-hydroxy-4-pyridinone) ligand (NTA(PrHP)2), derived from nitrilotriacetic acid (NTA), was synthesized and evaluated for its selective solution metal complexation capacity as well as its in vivo sequestering power for hard metal cations. After… read more here.
Keywords: metal; ability; cu2 zn2; al3 ... See more keywords
Natural sorbents modified by divalent Cu2+- and Zn2+- ions and their corresponding antimicrobial activity.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.nbt.2017.03.001
Abstract: The objective of this study was to investigate the modification of materials used in wastewater treatment for possible antimicrobial application(s). Granulated activated carbon (GAC) and natural clinoptilolite (CLI) were activated using Cu2+- and Zn2+- ions… read more here.
Keywords: cu2; antimicrobial activity; cu2 zn2; spectroscopy ... See more keywords
Fabrication of Ag+, Cu2+, and Zn2+ Ternary Ion-Exchanged Zeolite as an Antimicrobial Agent in Powder Coating
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DOI: 10.1021/acs.iecr.9b05338
Abstract: There is an increasing interest to enhance resistance to pathogens on the powder-coated surface. Traditional silver antimicrobial agents are hard to endure high curing temperature and lead to the yellowness of the surface appearance. Commercial… read more here.
Keywords: agent; cu2 zn2; fabrication cu2; zn2 ternary ... See more keywords
Adsorption behaviors and mechanisms of Cu2+, Zn2+ and Pb2+ by magnetically modified lignite
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-05453-y
Abstract: The study aims to solve the problems of limited capacity and difficult recovery of lignite to adsort Cu2+, Zn2+ and Pb2+ in acid mine wastewater (AMD). Magnetically modified lignite (MML) was prepared by the chemical… read more here.
Keywords: zn2 pb2; cu2 zn2; adsorption; mml ... See more keywords
Effects of Cu2+/Zn2+ on the electrochemical performance of polyacrylamide hydrogels as advanced flexible electrode materials
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DOI: 10.1039/d2ra02391a
Abstract: Previously, solid-state electrode materials have been utilized for the fabrication of energy storage devices; however, their application is impeded by their brittle nature and ion mobility problems. To address issues faced in such a modern… read more here.
Keywords: graphene oxide; reduced graphene; electrode materials; polyacrylamide hydrogels ... See more keywords
Copper and Zinc Treatments Alter the Thyroid Endocrine System in Zebrafish Embryos/Larvae
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DOI: 10.3390/toxics10120756
Abstract: Copper (Cu2+) and zinc (Zn2+) are two kinds of heavy metals essential to living organisms. Cu2+ and Zn2+ at excessive concentrations can cause adverse effects on animals, but little is known about the thyroid-disrupting effects… read more here.
Keywords: embryos larvae; zebrafish embryos; thyroid endocrine; cu2 zn2 ... See more keywords