How to accurately predict solution-phase gold nanostar stability
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DOI: 10.1007/s00216-018-1115-6
Abstract: AbstractUnwanted nanoparticle aggregation and/or agglomeration may occur when anisotropic nanoparticles are dispersed in various solvents and matrices. While extended Derjaguin–Landau–Verwey–Overbeek (DLVO) theory has been successfully applied to predict nanoparticle stability in solution, this model fails… read more here.
Keywords: gold nanostar; stability; solution; accurately predict ... See more keywords
Tailor-made gold nanostar colorimetric detection determined by morphology change and used as an indirect approach by using hydrogen peroxide to determine glucose concentration
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DOI: 10.1016/j.sbsr.2019.100296
Abstract: Abstract Gold nanostars are being utilized more regularly in the field of nanodiagnostics. The modified seedless synthetic method comprised of 4-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-piperazineethanesulfonic acid (HEPES) synthesized with the addition of silver nitrate was applied for a biosensor… read more here.
Keywords: nanostar colorimetric; hydrogen peroxide; gold nanostar;
Mechanobactericidal, Gold Nanostar Hydrogel-Based Bandage for Bacteria-Infected Skin Wound Healing.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c10844
Abstract: The emergence of multidrug resistant (MDR) microorganisms has led to the development of alternative approaches for providing relief from microbial attacks. The mechano-bactericidal action as a substitute for antimicrobials has become the focus of intensive… read more here.
Keywords: wound; nanostar hydrogel; hydrogel; mechanobactericidal gold ... See more keywords
In Vivo Computed Tomography/Photoacoustic Imaging and NIR-Triggered Chemo-Photothermal Combined Therapy Based on a Gold Nanostar-, Mesoporous Silica-, and Thermosensitive Liposome-Composited Nanoprobe.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.7b15296
Abstract: Safe multifunctional nanoplatforms that have multiple therapeutic functions integrated with imaging capabilities are highly desired for biomedical applications. In this paper, targeted chemo-photothermal synergistic therapy and photoacoustic/computed tomography imaging of tumors were achieved by one… read more here.
Keywords: computed tomography; probe; gold nanostar; imaging ... See more keywords
Towards multiplexed near-infrared cellular imaging using gold nanostar arrays with tunable fluorescence enhancement.
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DOI: 10.1039/c8nr09409h
Abstract: Sensitive detection of disease biomarkers expressed by human cells is critical to the development of novel diagnostic and therapeutic methods. Here we report that plasmonic arrays based on gold nanostar (AuNS) monolayers enable up to… read more here.
Keywords: cellular imaging; gold nanostar; fluorescence enhancement; near infrared ... See more keywords
Gold Nanostar Colorimetric Detection of Fructosyl Valine as a Potential Future Point of Care Biosensor Candidate for Glycated Haemoglobin Detection
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DOI: 10.3390/bios9030100
Abstract: Diabetes Mellitus is a growing global concern. The current methods used to detect glycated haemoglobin are precise, however, utilise expensive equipment, reagents and consumables. These are luxuries which rural communities cannot access. The nanotechnology methods… read more here.
Keywords: detection; biosensor; gold nanostar; glycated haemoglobin ... See more keywords
The Effect of Capping Agents on Gold Nanostar Stability, Functionalization, and Colorimetric Biosensing Capability
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DOI: 10.3390/nano12142470
Abstract: Capping agents (organic ligands, polymers, and surfactants) are pivotal for stabilizing nanoparticles; however, they may influence the surface chemistry, as well as the physico-chemical and biological characteristics, of gold nanostar (AuNS)-based biosensors. In this study,… read more here.
Keywords: effect capping; capping agents; agents gold; nanostar stability ... See more keywords