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Researchers from the Faculty of Pharmacy in New Damietta, Egypt have developed a new method for the estimation of the drug meloxicam using highly fluorescent carbon quantum dots (CQDs) as nanosensors. The CQDs were synthesized using a simple hydrothermal-assisted synthesis procedure and characterized using various spectroscopic and microscopic methods. The method showed good linearity and sensitivity, with lower quantitation and detection limits. The researchers also assessed the environmental sustainability of the approach and found it to be environmentally-friendly. This research provides a new spectrofluorimetric method for the estimation of meloxicam without the need for derivatizing reagents or harsh chemical conditions. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Arak University in Iran have developed a novel nanocomposite fluorescence sensor for the simultaneous detection and determination of two active pharmaceutical compounds, Tacrolimus and Ulipristal acetate. The nanosensor, made of graphitic carbon nitride doped with La:Y2O3, demonstrated the ability to quickly and accurately detect these drugs. The researchers used a Doehlert design to optimize the factors affecting the fluorescence emission intensity of the nanosensor. Under optimal conditions, the nanosensor achieved a limit of detection of 17 nM for Tacrolimus and 11 nM for Ulipristal acetate. Additionally, the nanocomposite showed promise in the photodegradation of these drugs under visible light irradiation. The research provides insights into the degradation mechanism and the effect of Fenton factors on the degradation process. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Payame Noor University in Tehran, Iran, have developed a novel electrochemical sensor for the detection of captopril, an ACE inhibitor used in antihypertensive therapy. The sensor is based on molecularly imprinted polypyrrole modified with functionalized multi-wall carbon nanotubes. The researchers optimized ten critical parameters using Placket-Burman design and central composite design approaches. The sensor showed good results for the determination of captopril in pharmaceutical and biological samples, with a linear range from 20 to 1500 μM and a limit of detection of 5.0 nM. This research has been peer-reviewed and published in the Journal of Materials Science Materials in Electronics. [Extracted from the article]

A new study conducted by researchers at Fergusson College in Pune, India, explores the use of nanotechnology in personalized medicine and food processing. Nanotechnology has made significant advancements in drug delivery, imaging, and diagnostics in the biomedical field, allowing for targeted drug delivery and improved disease detection. In the food processing industry, nanotechnology has been used to enhance food safety and extend the shelf life of perishable items through the use of antimicrobial nanomaterials and intelligent packaging systems. However, the use of nanotechnology also presents ethical and safety concerns. Ongoing research is being conducted to address these challenges and develop safer and more effective solutions. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Mansoura University in Egypt has developed a new nanosensor for the detection of the antiandrogen drug flutamide. The nanosensor, made from carbon quantum dots, demonstrated high sensitivity and selectivity for flutamide detection in pharmaceutical and environmental samples. The nanosensor also showed good cytocompatibility and low toxicity, making it a practical option for environmental sensing. The study also assessed the greenness, blueness, and whiteness of the method, confirming its minor environmental impact and sustainability. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers at the National Research Centre in Giza, Egypt have developed a novel and cost-effective method for the separation and sensing of two antiparasitic drugs, abamectin and ivermectin, using gold nanoparticles conjugated with organosilicon compounds. The method involves the synthesis of gold nanoparticles and their conjugation with an organosilicon compound to form a nano-photoactive composite. The interaction of the drugs with the nanocomposite was investigated using UV-Vis spectroscopy, and distinct spectral shifts were observed, enabling the selective detection of abamectin and ivermectin. This method offers high sensitivity and selectivity and has potential applications in drug analysis and quality control. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from National Taiwan University have developed a label-free drug screening platform using triboelectric nanosensors. This platform quantifies the affinity of molecule-molecule interactions through voltage output variation, achieving high selectivity and sensitivity. The researchers demonstrated the platform's effectiveness by studying drug interactions with an oncogenic protein involved in autophagy, finding that certain drugs had inhibitory effects on cancer cell apoptosis. This approach addresses challenges in traditional drug development methods and has the potential to support high-throughput drug screening for any protein target. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers at Kerman University of Medical Sciences in Iran have conducted a study on nanocomposites. They prepared a UiO-66-NH[2]/GO nanocomposite using a solvothermal technique and characterized its structure and morphology. The researchers proposed an enhanced electrochemical sensor for the detection of the anticancer drug epirubicin, utilizing the UiO-66-NH[2]/GO nanocomposite-modified screen-printed graphite electrode. The sensor demonstrated a remarkable limit of detection and a linear dynamic range, making it a highly capable platform for sensing epirubicin. The researchers also investigated the simultaneous electro-catalytic oxidation of epirubicin and topotecan at the UiO-66-NH[2]/GO/SPGE surface. The sensor was successfully used for the quantitative analysis of epirubicin and topotecan in pharmaceutical injection. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at City University of New York (CUNY) City College investigated the use of single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) as non-invasive biosensors. The researchers found that encapsulating SWCNTs in a sulfonated methylcellulose hydrogel was optimal for detecting ions, small molecules, and proteins. The hydrogel system and nanosensor signal were found to be stable for several weeks in live mice, and the system successfully detected the chemotherapeutic agent doxorubicin in mice. The researchers anticipate future studies to adapt this device for the detection of other analytes in animals and patients. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at National Tsing-Hua University in Hsinchu, Taiwan, focused on the challenge of multidrug resistance (MDR) in cancer therapy. The researchers developed a molecular beacon-based strategy using a biodegradable nano-sensor to identify and isolate cancer cells with inherent drug resistance. The nano-sensor effectively delivered the molecular beacon, allowing for the differentiation of cancer cells with high and low levels of MDR gene expression. The study found a positive correlation between elevated MDR1 mRNA expression and increased migration, enhanced proliferation rate, and tighter spheroid formation. This approach provides a promising avenue for understanding the mechanisms underlying inherent drug resistance. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Phenikaa University in Hanoi, Vietnam have developed a high-performance electrochemical sensing platform using spinel zinc ferrite nanoparticles (ZnFe2O4 NPs) for the detection of paracetamol (PCM) in pharmaceutical samples. By modifying a screen-printed carbon electrode with ZnFe2O4 NPs, the researchers were able to achieve rapid electron/mass transfer characteristics and high electrochemical sensitivity. The electrochemical nanosensor demonstrated a detection limit of 0.29 μM, a wide linear range of 0.5-400 μM, and good repeatability and anti-interference ability. This research provides a new avenue for the quality control analysis of pharmaceutical formulations. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by Vietnam National University has developed a new method for the rapid on-site detection of amikacin, an antibiotic used in amikacin therapy. The method utilizes graphitic carbon nitride functionalized gold nanoparticles (g-C3N4/AuNPs) and a fluorometric assay. The assay demonstrated a low detection limit, wide linear range, high precision, and selectivity for amikacin. The researchers believe that this method has the potential for detecting other substances with high sensitivity and minimal reagent consumption. [Extracted from the article]

A recent preprint abstract discusses the development of a non-invasive biosensor using single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) encapsulated in a sulfonated methylcellulose hydrogel. The researchers found that this system was stable for several weeks in live mice and successfully detected local injections of the chemotherapeutic agent doxorubicin. They anticipate that this device could be adapted for the detection of other analytes in animals and eventually in patients. However, it is important to note that this research has not yet undergone peer review. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Antibacterials; Antibiotics; Antiinfectives; Antimicrobials; Antivirals; Coronavirus; Drugs and Therapies; Emerging Technologies; Health and Medicine; Nanosensors; Nanotechnology; RNA Viruses; Risk and Prevention; Viral; Virology EN Antibacterials Antibiotics Antiinfectives Antimicrobials Antivirals Coronavirus Drugs and Therapies Emerging Technologies Health and Medicine Nanosensors Nanotechnology RNA Viruses Risk and Prevention Viral Virology 2133 2133 1 09/19/23 20230922 NES 230922 2023 SEP 22 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Researchers detail new data in coronavirus. According to news originating from Damanhour University by NewsRx editors, the research stated, "Nitazoxanide (NTX) is an antimicrobial drug that was used for the treatment of various protozoa. [Extracted from the article]

According to news originating from Saratov, Russia, by NewsRx correspondents, research stated, "Doxorubicin (DOX) is widely used in chemotherapy as an anti-tumor drug." Keywords: Antibiotics; Antineoplastics; Doxorubicin Therapy; Drugs and Therapies; Emerging Technologies; Health and Medicine; Nanosensors; Nanotechnology; Pharmaceuticals EN Antibiotics Antineoplastics Doxorubicin Therapy Drugs and Therapies Emerging Technologies Health and Medicine Nanosensors Nanotechnology Pharmaceuticals 1424 1424 1 07/10/23 20230714 NES 230714 2023 JUL 14 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Research findings on nanosensors are discussed in a new report. Antibiotics, Antineoplastics, Doxorubicin Therapy, Drugs and Therapies, Emerging Technologies, Health and Medicine, Nanotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, Nanosensors. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Assiut; Egypt; Africa; Antibiotics; Antiinfectives; Dosage Forms; Drugs and Therapies; Emerging Technologies; Glycylcyclines; Health and Medicine; Legal Issues; Nanosensors; Nanotechnology; Nitrogen; Pharmaceuticals; Physics; Quantum Dots; Quantum Physics; Tigecycline Therapy EN Assiut Egypt Africa Antibiotics Antiinfectives Dosage Forms Drugs and Therapies Emerging Technologies Glycylcyclines Health and Medicine Legal Issues Nanosensors Nanotechnology Nitrogen Pharmaceuticals Physics Quantum Dots Quantum Physics Tigecycline Therapy 448 448 1 07/10/23 20230714 NES 230714 2023 JUL 14 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Investigators publish new report on Nanotechnology - Nanosensors. Assiut, Egypt, Africa, Antibiotics, Antiinfectives, Dosage Forms, Drugs and Therapies, Emerging Technologies, Glycylcyclines, Health and Medicine, Legal Issues, Nanosensors, Nanotechnology, Nitrogen, Pharmaceuticals, Physics, Quantum Dots, Quantum Physics, Tigecycline Therapy. [Extracted from the article]

Our news editors obtained a quote from the research from National University Litoral, "MTX is an antineoplastic drug used in high doses (HD) for the treatment of different types of cancer. Keywords: Santa Fe; Argentina; Antimetabolites; Antineoplastics; Antipsoriatics; Antirheumatics; Chemometric; Drugs and Therapies; Emerging Technologies; Health and Medicine; Information Technology; Information and Data Modeling; Machine Learning; Methotrexate Therapy; Nanosensors; Nanotechnology; Pharmaceuticals EN Santa Fe Argentina Antimetabolites Antineoplastics Antipsoriatics Antirheumatics Chemometric Drugs and Therapies Emerging Technologies Health and Medicine Information Technology Information and Data Modeling Machine Learning Methotrexate Therapy Nanosensors Nanotechnology Pharmaceuticals 2356 2356 1 07/03/23 20230707 NES 230707 2023 JUL 7 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Investigators publish new report on Nanotechnology - Nanosensors. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Antibacterials; Antibiotics; Antiinfectives; Antimicrobials; Drugs and Therapies; Emerging Technologies; Health and Medicine; Nanosensors; Nanotechnology; Pharmaceuticals; Rifaximin Therapy EN Antibacterials Antibiotics Antiinfectives Antimicrobials Drugs and Therapies Emerging Technologies Health and Medicine Nanosensors Nanotechnology Pharmaceuticals Rifaximin Therapy 2533 2533 1 06/12/23 20230616 NES 230616 2023 JUN 16 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Investigators publish new report on nanosensors. According to news originating from Shaqra, Saudi Arabia, by NewsRx correspondents, research stated, "Rifaximin (RFX) is a non-absorbable antibiotic with broad-spectrum efficacy. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Dundee; United Kingdom; Europe; Amphetamines; Anorexiants; CNS Stimulants; Central Nervous System Agents; Drugs and Therapies; Emerging Technologies; Ethylamines; Health and Medicine; Methamphetamine; Methamphetamine Therapy; Nanocomposites; Nanoprobes; Nanosensors; Nanotechnology; Organic Chemicals; Pharmaceuticals; Phenethylamines; Physics; Quantum Dots; Quantum Physics EN Dundee United Kingdom Europe Amphetamines Anorexiants CNS Stimulants Central Nervous System Agents Drugs and Therapies Emerging Technologies Ethylamines Health and Medicine Methamphetamine Methamphetamine Therapy Nanocomposites Nanoprobes Nanosensors Nanotechnology Organic Chemicals Pharmaceuticals Phenethylamines Physics Quantum Dots Quantum Physics 2064 2064 1 06/05/23 20230609 NES 230609 2023 JUN 9 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Investigators publish new report on Nanotechnology - Nanocomposites. The use of a AuZnCeSeS QDs-non-imprinted polymer as probe to detect METH resulted in poor sensitivity and selectivity; hence, demonstrating the suitability of the AuZnCeSeS QDs-MIP nanoprobe to accurately detect METH. This work report on the development of a novel AuZnCeSeS quantum dots (QDs)-molecular imprinted polymer (MIP) nanocomposite fluorescent probe for methamphetamine (METH) recognition.". [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Biosensors; Biotechnology; Cysteamine; Emerging Technologies; Health and Medicine; Herbicides; Nanoparticles; Nanosensors; Nanotechnology EN Biosensors Biotechnology Cysteamine Emerging Technologies Health and Medicine Herbicides Nanoparticles Nanosensors Nanotechnology 1654 1654 1 05/15/23 20230519 NES 230519 2023 MAY 19 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- A new study on biosensors is now available. Both conjugates succeeded in detecting the presence of glyphosate in the colloid, although nanoparticles functionalized with cysteamine tended to aggregate at high concentrations of the herbicide. According to the news reporters, the research concluded: "This study demonstrates the potential of AuNP-based biosensors to detect glyphosate in food samples. [Extracted from the article]

Croatia, Europe, Antiparkinson Agents, Antipsychotics, Carbon Nanotubes, Central Nervous System Agents, Dihydroxyphenylalanine, Dopaminergic Antiparkinsonism Agents, Drugs and Therapies, Emerging Technologies, Entacapone Therapy, Fullerenes, Health and Medicine, Levodopa, Levodopa Therapy, Nanoplatelets, Zagreb, Nanosensors, Nanotechnology, Nanotubes, Pharmaceuticals, Pimavanserin Therapy Keywords: Zagreb; Croatia; Europe; Antiparkinson Agents; Antipsychotics; Carbon Nanotubes; Central Nervous System Agents; Dihydroxyphenylalanine; Dopaminergic Antiparkinsonism Agents; Drugs and Therapies; Emerging Technologies; Entacapone Therapy; Fullerenes; Health and Medicine; Levodopa; Levodopa Therapy; Nanoplatelets; Nanosensors; Nanotechnology; Nanotubes; Pharmaceuticals; Pimavanserin Therapy EN Zagreb Croatia Europe Antiparkinson Agents Antipsychotics Carbon Nanotubes Central Nervous System Agents Dihydroxyphenylalanine Dopaminergic Antiparkinsonism Agents Drugs and Therapies Emerging Technologies Entacapone Therapy Fullerenes Health and Medicine Levodopa Levodopa Therapy Nanoplatelets Nanosensors Nanotechnology Nanotubes Pharmaceuticals Pimavanserin Therapy 391 391 1 03/24/23 20230224 NES 230224 2023 FEB 24 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Current study results on Drugs and Therapies - Dopaminergic Antiparkinsonism Agents have been published. [Extracted from the article]

Chemicals, Drugs and Therapies, Electrochemicals, Emerging Technologies, Nanomaterials, Nanosensors, Nanotechnology, Personalized Medicine, Personalized Therapy Keywords: Chemicals; Drugs and Therapies; Electrochemicals; Emerging Technologies; Nanomaterials; Nanosensors; Nanotechnology; Personalized Medicine; Personalized Therapy EN Chemicals Drugs and Therapies Electrochemicals Emerging Technologies Nanomaterials Nanosensors Nanotechnology Personalized Medicine Personalized Therapy 345 345 1 03/24/23 20230217 NES 230217 2023 FEB 17 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Data detailed on personalized medicine have been presented. [Extracted from the article]