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67 articles for “Sol-gel”
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Nanostructured Catalysts for Sustainable CO2 Reduction: Advancing Green Chemistry and Polymer Composites
Abstract: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of advanced nanostructured catalysts designed to enhance the efficiency of artificial photosynthesis for sustainable fuel production. We systematically evaluated a range of nanomaterials—including metal oxides, plasmonic nanoparticles, and carbon-based composites—to determine their effectiveness in converting solar energy into storable chemical fuels. The catalysts were synthesized via sol-gel, hydrothermal, and green methods, and their properties were thoroughly characterized using XRD, SEM, TEM, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 175–181 Read article
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Thin Film Coatings for Anti-Reflective and Anti-Fogging Applications in Optical Devices
Abstract: To maximize optical device lifetime and performance, thin film coatings are crucial. Coatings with anti-reflective (AR) and anti-fogging (AF) properties are important uses that improve optical systems' usability and performance. This review covers materials, deposition methods, and performance measures, providing a thorough analysis of recent developments in AR and AF thin film technologies. The study examines several techniques, such as chemical vapor deposition (CVD), sputtering, and sol-gel procedures, for producing …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Effectiveness of PTFE-Based Nano-coatings in Improving Corrosion and Wear Resistance of Stainless Steel
Abstract: Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) has emerged as a highly effective material for enhancing the durability and performance of metal surfaces, particularly in environments requiring superior corrosion resistance and low friction. This study investigates the application of PTFE coatings on various metallic substrates, with a focus on stainless steel and carbon steel, to improve their corrosion resistance, wear protection, and tribological performance. Utilizing advanced deposition techniques such as sol-gel and plasma spray, PTFE …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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Biomedical Coatings: Surface Engineering for Enhanced Biocompatibility and Performance
Abstract: Biomedical coatings have become essential in modern healthcare, significantly improving the performance, durability, and biocompatibility of medical implants and devices. These coatings serve multiple functions, including reducing infection risks, enhancing osseointegration, promoting tissue integration, and enabling localized drug delivery. Advances in surface engineering have led to the development of innovative coatings with superior properties such as antimicrobial resistance, bioactivity, and controlled biodegradation. Various materials are employed in biomedical coatings, including …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Powder Shampoo
Abstract: Shampoos are used for more than just cleaning hair, they also give hair a glossy finish and help keep it manageable and oily. There is a wide variety of shampoos available, such as antidandruff shampoo, lotion, solid gel, powder, liquid herbal, medical, and clear liquid shampoos. Concerning the herbal shampoos stability requirements. Depending on what’s in them, they might be antibacterial, antidandruff, or just a regular shampoo. Using conventional hair …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Self-Healing Thin Films: Paving the Way for Smart, and Sustainable Corrosion Protection
Abstract: Corrosion is one of the serious problems that industries and infrastructures of every type face, ranked among such threats as huge economic losses and concerns to global safety. Recent developments in the area of self-healing thin films make them a really promising innovation for enhancing corrosion protection. This review considers the development, mechanisms, and applications of self-healing thin films. Detailed here are intrinsic and extrinsic self-healing strategies oriented toward chemical …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 22–45 Read article
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Eco-Friendly Synthesis of MgO Nanoparticles and Their Antibacterial Performance
Abstract: Nanoparticles (<100 nm in size) due to their enhanced surface area and high chemical reactivity have been a boon, ranging from micro to macro level. This has increased its applicability in various fields such as Food, textile, environment, biomedicine etc. Various metal oxides have been employed in Biomedical applications for their antibacterial, antioxidant and anticancerous activities. But MgO NPs have received much attention due to their high stability, non-toxicity and …
Published in International Journal of Advance in Molecular Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 33–41 Read article
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Au@Sio2@PVP-DCMD Membranes: A Breakthrough in Heavy Metal Removal and Antibacterial Defense
Abstract: This study investigates the development and characterization of multifunctional gold-doped silica (Au@SiO₂) membranes for water distillation and antibacterial applications. The manufacturing process integrated gold nanoparticles into silica matrices using sol-gel techniques. Structural analysis was conducted using SEM (showing uniform pore distribution with an average pore size of 40-50 nm), FTIR (confirming Si-O-Si and Si-Au-Si bonding peaks at 525 cm⁻¹ and 1310 cm⁻¹ respectively), EDX (revealing gold nanoparticle content of 1.5 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 13–27 Read article
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Advancements in Photocatalysis: Applications in Environmental Remediation
Abstract: The study of radioluminescence, a phenomenon where materials emit light upon exposure to ionizing radiation, has expanded significantly in recent years, finding applications in various fields, including environmental remediation, radiation detection, and dosimetry. This paper reviews recent advancements in radioluminescent technologies, particularly focusing on Radioluminescent Isotope Cells (RLICs) and semiconductor colloidal quantum dots (cQDs). The use of RLICs, particularly those based on 63Ni, demonstrates enhanced energy conversion efficiency through optimized …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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Comprehensive Review of Nanomaterials Synthesis Methods, Characterization and Multifaceted Applications in Medical Field
Abstract: Nanomaterials associated by special qualities derived from their nanoscale size nanomaterials have tremendous potential in a variety of industries like, medicine & healthcare. Due to today busy life & unhealthy life schedule many abnormal cell growth take place in our body & affect the other organ. Sometimes it may leads to cancer & others dangerous diseases, nanomaterials such as nanotubes, liposomes & polymeric micelles are help for designing the drugs …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 657–669 Read article
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A Concise Overview of Recent Developments and Uses in Nano-Silica and Nanoparticles Encased in Silica
Abstract: Nano-silica and silica-coated nanoparticles have gained significant attention lately due to their exceptional chemical and physical properties, including a high surface area-to-volume ratio, adjustable porosity, thermal and chemical stability, biocompatibility, and ease of surface modification. These characteristics make them versatile materials applicable in various scientific and industrial sectors. Their ability to control particle size, shape, and surface traits allows them to be effectively utilized in catalysis, drug delivery, biosensing, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 696–704 Read article
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Nanoparticle Chemistry: The Synthesis, Properties and Applications of Polymer and Macromolecule-Based Nanoparticles and Their Composites
Abstract: Nanoparticles have arisen as a transformative branch of materials in chemistry, owing to their unique physicochemical and biological properties that vary from their bulk materials. Various synthesis techniques, including physical (e.g., laser ablation), chemical (e.g., sol-gel, co-precipitation) and biological (e.g., microbial or plant-mediated) approaches, offer control over particle size, shape and surface characteristics. These methods influence the optical, electronic, catalytic and mechanical properties of nanoparticles. Nanoparticles can exhibit high surface …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1236–1247 Read article
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Stimulation of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria with ZnO Nanoparticles to Improve Growth and Development of Groundnut Plants (Arachis Hypogaea L.)
Abstract: Rhizobacteria that stimulate plant growth have been extensively utilized as biofertilizers to improve the nutrient content of the soil for various crop plants. In the present study, we have isolated plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) for rhizospheric soil of groundnut crops from Gujarat agricultural fields in the Saurashtra region. Fifty-two isolates with particular colony characteristics were obtained from rhizospheric soil. All strain was tested for their plant growth promoting (PGP) …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 253–269 Read article
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Comparison Of Postoperative Sore Throat Following Endotracheal Intubation With Or Without Water Based Lubricating Jelly
Abstract: Background: Water-soluble lubricant gel (X-Y jelly) was evaluated for its ability to lessen the common throat pain that follows tracheal intubation under general anesthesia. Materials and Methods: scheduled for elective surgery under general anesthesia requiring endotracheal intubation, Were enrolled in a prospective, randomized, double-blind comparative study. They were split evenly into two -member cohorts. One cohort received 3 mL of water-soluble X-Y gel smeared from the cuff tip to 15 …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Pharmaceutical Bead Formulations: A Comprehensive Overview into Advanced Drug Delivery
Abstract: Pharmaceutical beads are a unique and flexible drug delivery vehicle that provides numerous possibilities to control the release of drugs, protect them, and increase their therapeutic performance. These beads make it possible to design several types of therapeutic regimens by incorporating active pharmaceutical ingredients in a polymeric or lipid matrix. This review discusses the bead technology in drug delivery from its inception to its present application, focusing on the most …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 78–100 Read article
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Floating In-Situ Gel for Gastric Retention Delivery
Abstract: When taken orally, medications with a limited window of absorption in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) are typically accessible to the extremities due to the partial release of the active component and the brief residence period at the absorption site. Because they prolong the duration of the drug's presence in the stomach, they are made with high density and have the capacity to swell. Because oral fluids go more quickly through …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Structure–Property Relationships in Poly (N isopropylacrylamide) Hydrogels: Toward Thermoresponsive Polymer Composites
Abstract: Poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) (PNIPAAm) hydrogels can shift from solid to gel and back again at body temperature. Due to their lack structural integrity, thermal stability, and mechanical strength, they are difficult to use. This study mixed PNIPAAm with biocompatible fillers like chitosan and silicon nanoparticles to create hydrogels with superior structure-property correlations. Free radical polymerization with ammonium persulfate/TEMED initiator and N,N′-methylenebisacrylamide crosslinker produced the composites. Scanning electron microscopy showed a denser, interconnected …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 884–895 Read article
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Advances in Polymeric In Situ Drug Delivery and Soft Biosensors: Innovations in Biochemical Sensing and Personalized Healthcare
Abstract: Advanced healthcare and personalized medicine are undergoing a transformation thanks to in situ medication delivery systems and biochemical sensor technology. Polymeric in situ drug delivery systems form gels upon administration, releasing medications in a controlled manner and providing benefits such as ease of administration and enhanced patient compliance. Similarly, advancements in soft electronics, including flexible and stretchable biosensors, enable continuous, in situ biochemical monitoring, conforming to complex biological environments like …
Published in International Journal of Cheminformatics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Development and Assessment of Levetiracetam Microspheres Utilizing Synthetic and Natural Polymers: A Biomedical Engineering Perspective
Abstract: In the present study, comparative study of Levetiracetam loaded microspheres using Ethyl cellulose as synthetic and Sodium alginate as natural polymers was done. Solvent evaporation and ionic gelation technique has been successfully employed to produce Levetiracetam loaded ethyl cellulose and sodium alginate microspheres with optimal drug encapsulation that sustained the drug release over a period of time. Based on the pre-formulation studies E1 to E4 and S1 to S4 batches …
Published in International Journal of Biomedical Innovations and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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Formulation of Natural Hair Dye by Using Natural Herbs and Their Characterization
Abstract: The development of herbal hair dyes using natural herbs offers a safer alternative to chemical-based hair coloring products. This study investigates the development of a herbal hair dye formulated from a blend of natural ingredients renowned for their hair care benefits. The selected herbs include black catechu, henna, indigo, bhringraj, aloe-vera, amla, jatamansi, black cumin seeds, charcoal, alkanet root and extract of black tea, pomegranate & logwood. These herbs were …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 08–16 Read article