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Smets, B.; Boschker, H.T.S.; Wetherington, M.T.; Lelong, G.; Hidalgo-Martinez, S.; Polerecky, L.; Nuyts, G.; De Wael, K.; Meysman, F.J.R. |
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Multi-wavelength Raman microscopy of nickel-based electron transport in cable bacteria |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2024 |
Publication |
Frontiers in microbiology |
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15 |
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Pages |
1208033-16 |
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Cable bacteria embed a network of conductive protein fibers in their cell envelope that efficiently guides electron transport over distances spanning up to several centimeters. This form of long-distance electron transport is unique in biology and is mediated by a metalloprotein with a sulfur-coordinated nickel (Ni) cofactor. However, the molecular structure of this cofactor remains presently unknown. Here, we applied multi-wavelength Raman microscopy to identify cell compounds linked to the unique cable bacterium physiology, combined with stable isotope labeling, and orientation-dependent and ultralow-frequency Raman microscopy to gain insight into the structure and organization of this novel Ni-cofactor. Raman spectra of native cable bacterium filaments reveal vibrational modes originating from cytochromes, polyphosphate granules, proteins, as well as the Ni-cofactor. After selective extraction of the conductive fiber network from the cell envelope, the Raman spectrum becomes simpler, and primarily retains vibrational modes associated with the Ni-cofactor. These Ni-cofactor modes exhibit intense Raman scattering as well as a strong orientation-dependent response. The signal intensity is particularly elevated when the polarization of incident laser light is parallel to the direction of the conductive fibers. This orientation dependence allows to selectively identify the modes that are associated with the Ni-cofactor. We identified 13 such modes, some of which display strong Raman signals across the entire range of applied wavelengths (405–1,064 nm). Assignment of vibrational modes, supported by stable isotope labeling, suggest that the structure of the Ni-cofactor shares a resemblance with that of nickel bis(1,2-dithiolene) complexes. Overall, our results indicate that cable bacteria have evolved a unique cofactor structure that does not resemble any of the known Ni-cofactors in biology. |
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2024-03-08 |
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1664-302x |
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UA library record; WoS full record |
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Most recent IF: NA |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:205115 |
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9214 |
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Pankratov, D.; Hidalgo Martinez, S.; Karman, C.; Gerzhik, A.; Gomila, G.; Trashin, S.; Boschker, H.T.S.; Geelhoed, J.S.; Mayer, D.; De Wael, K.; Meysman, F.J.R. |
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The organo-metal-like nature of long-range conduction in cable bacteria |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2024 |
Publication |
Bioelectrochemistry: an international journal devoted to electrochemical aspects of biology and biological aspects of electrochemistry |
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157 |
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108675-10 |
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A1 Journal article |
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Cable bacteria are filamentous, multicellular microorganisms that display an exceptional form of biological electron transport across centimeter-scale distances. Currents are guided through a network of nickel-containing protein fibers within the cell envelope. Still, the mechanism of long-range conduction remains unresolved. Here, we characterize the conductance of the fiber network under dry and wet, physiologically relevant, conditions. Our data reveal that the fiber conductivity is high (median value: 27 S cm−1; range: 2 to 564 S cm−1), does not show any redox signature, has a low thermal activation energy (Ea = 69 ± 23 meV), and is not affected by humidity or the presence of ions. These features set the nickel-based conduction mechanism in cable bacteria apart from other known forms of biological electron transport. As such, conduction resembles that of an organic semi-metal with a high charge carrier density. Our observation that biochemistry can synthesize an organo-metal-like structure opens the way for novel bio-based electronic technologies. |
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2024-02-25 |
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1567-5394 |
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UA library record |
| Impact Factor |
5 |
Times cited |
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Most recent IF: 5; 2024 IF: 3.346 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:205117 |
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9215 |
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Thiruvottriyur Shanmugam, S.; Campos, R.; Trashin, S.; Daems, E.; Carneiro, D.; Fraga, A.; Ribeiro, R.; De Wael, K. |
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Singlet oxygen-based photoelectrochemical detection of miRNAs in prostate cancer patients’ plasma : a novel diagnostic tool for liquid biopsy |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2024 |
Publication |
Bioelectrochemistry: an international journal devoted to electrochemical aspects of biology and biological aspects of electrochemistry |
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158 |
Issue |
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Pages |
108698-108699 |
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A1 Journal article; Antwerp Electrochemical and Analytical Sciences Lab (A-Sense Lab) |
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Dysregulation of miRNA expression occurs in many cancers, making miRNAs useful in cancer diagnosis and therapeutic guidance. In a clinical context using methods such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR), the limited amount of miRNAs in circulation often limits their quantification. Here, we present a PCR-free and sensitive singlet oxygen (1O2)-based strategy for the detection and quantification of miRNAs in untreated human plasma from patients diagnosed with prostate cancer. A target miRNA is specifically captured by functionalised magnetic beads and a detection oligonucleotide probe in a sandwich-like format. The formed complex is concentrated at the sensor surface via magnetic beads, providing an interface for the photoinduced redox signal amplification. The detection oligonucleotide probe bears a molecular photosensitiser, which produces 1O2 upon illumination, oxidising a redox reporter and creating a redox cycling loop, allowing quantification of pM level miRNA in diluted human plasma within minutes after hybridisation and without target amplification. |
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2024-04-04 |
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1567-5394 |
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5 |
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Most recent IF: 5; 2024 IF: 3.346 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:205281 |
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9229 |
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Elia, A.; De Wael, K.; Dowsett, M.; Adriaens, A. |
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Electrochemical deposition of a copper carboxylate layer on copper as potential corrosion inhibitor |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Journal of solid state electrochemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
J Solid State Electr |
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16 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
143-148 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Carboxylic acids and sodium carboxylates are used to protect metals against aqueous and atmospheric corrosion. In this paper, we describe the application of a layer of copper carboxylate on the surface of a copper electrode by means of cyclic voltammetry technique and tests which measure the corresponding resistance to aqueous corrosion. Unlike the soaking process, which also forms a film on the surface, the use of cyclic voltammetry allows one to follow the deposition process of the copper carboxylates onto the electrode. The modified electrodes have been characterised with infrared spectroscopy. In addition, the corrosion resistance of the film has been investigated using polarisation resistance and Tafel plot measurements. |
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000298651700018 |
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2011-01-25 |
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1432-8488 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
2.316 |
Times cited |
8 |
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; Authors would like to acknowledge the Research Foundation-Flanders (FWO) for funding assistance (A. Elia is a FWO aspirant) and V. Vermeersch and S. Van Vlierberghe (Ghent University, Polymer Chemistry and Biomaterials Research Group) for the FTIR-ATR measurements. ; |
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Most recent IF: 2.316; 2011 IF: 2.131 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:89618 |
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5588 |
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Eliaerts, J.; Meert, N.; Van Durme, F.; Samyn, N.; De Wael, K.; Dardenne, P. |
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Practical tool for sampling and fast analysis of large cocaine seizures |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2018 |
Publication |
Drug testing and analysis |
Abbreviated Journal |
Drug Test Anal |
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10 |
Issue |
6 |
Pages |
1039-1042 |
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A1 Journal article; Pharmacology. Therapy; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Large quantities of illicit drugs are frequently seized by law enforcement. In such cases, a representative number of samples needs to be quickly examined prior to destruction. No procedure has yet been set up which rapidly provides information regarding the homogeneity of the samples, the presence of controlled substances and the degree of purity. This study establishes a protocol for fast analysis of cocaine and its most common cutting agent, levamisole, in large seizures. The protocol is based on a hypergeometric sampling approach combined with FTIR spectrometry and Support Vector Machines (SVM) algorithms as analysis methods. To demonstrate the practical use of this approach, five large cocaine seizures (consisting between 45 and 85 units) were analysed simultaneously with GC-MS, GC-FID and a portable FTIR spectrometer using Attenuated Total Reflectance (ATR) sampling combined with SVM models. According to the hypergeometric sampling plan of the Drugs Working Group ENFSI guidelines, the required number of subsamples ranged between 19 and 23. Considering the identification analyses, the SVM models detected cocaine and levamisole in all subsamples of cases 1 to 5 (100% correct classification), which was confirmed by GC-MS analysis. Considering the quantification analyses, the SVM models were able to estimate the cocaine and levamisole content in each subsample, compared to GC-FID data. The developed strategy is easy, cost effective and provides immediate information about both the presence and concentration of cocaine and levamisole. By using this new strategy, the number of confirmation analyses with laborious and expensive chromatographic techniques could be significantly reduced. |
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2018-02-03 |
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1942-7603; 1942-7611 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
3.469 |
Times cited |
1 |
Open Access |
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; Belgian Science Policy Office (BELSPO), Grant/Award Number: WE/49/N14-O14 ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.469 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:148760 |
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5781 |
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Pilehvar, S.; Jambrec, D.; Gebala, M.; Schuhmann, W.; De Wael, K. |
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Intercalation of proflavine in ssDNA aptamers : effect on binding of the specific target chloramphenicol |
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A1 Journal article |
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2015 |
Publication |
Electroanalysis |
Abbreviated Journal |
Electroanal |
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27 |
Issue |
8 |
Pages |
1836-1841 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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The structural modification of ssDNA-based aptamers upon specific binding of its target molecule leads to changes of the charge-transfer resistance (Rct) of a negatively-charged free-diffusing redox probe. The aptamer adopts a structure due to self-hybridization which is stabilized using profalvine as intercalator. The pre-organized aptamer structure is used to detect chloramphenicol (CAP) requiring a substantial change of the aptamer structure indicated by a CAP concentration dependent increase in the Rct values. Pre-incubation of the aptamer-modified electrode with an intercalator allows for the modulation of the aptamer/target interaction and hence for a modulation of the CAP-dependent variation of the Rct values. |
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000359737500006 |
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2015-06-12 |
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1040-0397 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
2.851 |
Times cited |
5 |
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; D. J., M. G., W. S. are grateful for financial support to the Deutsch-Israelische Projektkooperation (DIP) in the framework of the project “Nanoengineered optoelectronics with biomaterials and bioinspired assemblies” funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft. S. P. and K. D. W. are thankful to UA for DOCPRO financial support. ; |
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Most recent IF: 2.851; 2015 IF: 2.138 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:126494 |
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5666 |
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Trashin, S.; Rahemi, V.; Ramji, K.; Neven, L.; Gorun, S.M.; De Wael, K. |
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Singlet oxygen-based electrosensing by molecular photosensitizers |
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A1 Journal article |
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2017 |
Publication |
Nature communications |
Abbreviated Journal |
Nat Commun |
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8 |
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Pages |
16108 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Enzyme-based electrochemical biosensors are an inspiration for the development of (bio)analytical techniques. However, the instability and reproducibility of the reactivity of enzymes, combined with the need for chemical reagents for sensing remain challenges for the construction of useful devices. Here we present a sensing strategy inspired by the advantages of enzymes and photoelectrochemical sensing, namely the integration of aerobic photocatalysis and electrochemical analysis. The photosensitizer, a bioinspired perfluorinated Zn phthalocyanine, generates singlet-oxygen from air under visible light illumination and oxidizes analytes, yielding electrochemically-detectable products while resisting the oxidizing species it produces. Compared with enzymatic detection methods, the proposed strategy uses air instead of internally added reactive reagents, features intrinsic baseline correction via on/off light switching and shows C-F bonds-type enhanced stability. It also affords selectivity imparted by the catalytic process and nano-level detection, such as 20 nM amoxicillin in μl sample volumes. |
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000405466200002 |
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2017-07-14 |
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2041-1723 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
12.124 |
Times cited |
26 |
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; Evonik is thanked for providing samples of silicon and titanium oxides. Support from the National Science Foundation (SMG) for a portion of this work is gratefully acknowledged. FWO and UAntwerpen (BOF) are acknowledged for financial support. ; |
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Most recent IF: 12.124 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:144538 |
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5833 |
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Ayalew, E.; Gebre, Y.; De Wael, K. |
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A survey of occupational exposure to inhalable wood dust among workers in small- and medium-scale wood-processing enterprises in Ethiopia |
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A1 Journal article |
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2015 |
Publication |
The annals of occupational hygiene |
Abbreviated Journal |
Ann Occup Hyg |
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59 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
253-257 |
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A1 Journal article; Pharmacology. Therapy; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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A study of wood dust exposure in 20 small- and medium-scale wood-processing enterprises was performed in Ethiopia. Sampling was conducted daily from January to June, 2013 and a total of 360 samples from 113 workers were collected with Institute of Occupational Medicine (IOM) personal samplers. Eight-hour time-weighted average exposure to wood dust ranged from 0.24 to 23.3mg m−3 with a geometric mean (GM) of 6.82mg m−3 and a geometric standard deviation of 1.82. Although Ethiopia did not have any defined standard of Occupational Exposure Limit for wood dust exposure, 71% of the measurements exceeded the limit of 5mg m−3 set by the European Union (EU). Higher than the EU exposure limit was measured while workers perform sanding and sawing activities with a GM of 9.72 and 7.60mg m−3, respectively. In conclusion, wood workers in the small- and medium-scale enterprises are at a higher risk of developing different respiratory health problems with continuous exposure trends. |
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000352158700011 |
Publication Date |
2014-10-28 |
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0003-4878 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
1.71 |
Times cited |
4 |
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; Eyasu Ayalew thanks the Addis Ababa University (Center for Environmental Sciences) for the personal grant for independent study. ; |
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Most recent IF: 1.71; 2015 IF: 2.101 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:119739 |
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5857 |
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Hamidi-Asl, E.; Dardenne, F.; Pilehvar, S.; Blust, R.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Unique properties of core shell Ag@Au nanoparticles for the aptasensing of bacterial cells |
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A1 Journal article |
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2016 |
Publication |
Chemosensors |
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4 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
16 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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In this article, it is shown that the efficiency of an electrochemical aptasensing device is influenced by the use of different nanoparticles (NPs) such as gold nanoparticles (Au), silver nanoparticles (Ag), hollow gold nanospheres (HGN), hollow silver nanospheres (HSN), silvergold core shell (Ag@Au), goldsilver core shell (Au@Ag), and silvergold alloy nanoparticles (Ag/Au). Among these nanomaterials, Ag@Au core shell NPs are advantageous for aptasensing applications because the core improves the physical properties and the shell provides chemical stability and biocompatibility for the immobilization of aptamers. Self-assembly of the NPs on a cysteamine film at the surface of a carbon paste electrode is followed by the immobilization of thiolated aptamers at these nanoframes. The nanostructured (Ag@Au) aptadevice for Escherichia coli as a target shows four times better performance in comparison to the response obtained at an aptamer modified planar gold electrode. A comparison with other (core shell) NPs is performed by cyclic voltammetry and differential pulse voltammetry. Also, the selectivity of the aptasensor is investigated using other kinds of bacteria. The synthesized NPs and the morphology of the modified electrode are characterized by UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive X-ray analysis, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. |
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2016-08-29 |
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2227-9040 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
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9 |
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; Ezat Hamidi-Asl was financially supported by Belspo (University of Antwerp). The authors are thankful to Femke De Croock for her technical support and to Stanislav Trashin for his worthwhile comments on the manuscript. ; |
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Most recent IF: NA |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:135411 |
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5886 |
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Hamidi-Asl, E.; Dardenne, F.; Blust, R.; De Wael, K. |
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An improved electrochemical aptasensor for chloramphenicol detection based on aptamer incorporated gelatine |
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A1 Journal article |
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2015 |
Publication |
Sensors |
Abbreviated Journal |
Sensors-Basel |
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15 |
Issue |
4 |
Pages |
7605-7618 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Because of the biocompatible properties of gelatine and the good affinity of aptamers for their targets, the combination of aptamer and gelatine type B is reported as promising for the development of biosensing devices. Here, an aptamer for chloramphenicol (CAP) is mixed with different types of gelatine and dropped on the surface of disposable gold screen printed electrodes. The signal of the CAP reduction is investigated using differential pulse voltammetry. The diagnostic performance of the sensor is described and a detection limit of 1.83 x 10(-10) M is found. The selectivity and the stability of the aptasensor are studied and compared to those of other CAP sensors described in literature. |
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2015-03-27 |
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1424-8220 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
2.677 |
Times cited |
21 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; Ezat Hamidi-Asl was financially supported by IOF-POC (University of Antwerp). ; |
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Most recent IF: 2.677; 2015 IF: 2.245 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:126071 |
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5464 |
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Bottari, F.; Moro, G.; Sleegers, N.; Florea, A.; Cowen, T.; Piletsky, S.; van Nuijs, A.L.N.; De Wael, K. |
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Electropolymerized o-phenylenediamine on graphite promoting the electrochemical detection of nafcillin |
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A1 Journal article |
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2019 |
Publication |
Electroanalysis |
Abbreviated Journal |
Electroanal |
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32 |
Issue |
32 |
Pages |
135-141 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Toxicological Centre |
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By combining molecular modelling and electrochemistry we envision the creation of modified electrodes tailored for a more sensitive and selective detection of a single analyte. In this study we report on a graphite screen printed electrode modified with electropolymerized o-phenylenediamine, selected by rational design, which promotes the detection of nafcillin (NAF), an antibiotic. Parameters such as monomer concentration, pH and number of electropolymerization cycles were optimized to obtain the highest current signal for the target upon amperometric detection. NAF identification was based on the redox process at +1.1 V (vs pseudo Ag), ascribed to the oxidation of the C-7 side chain. With the optimized modification protocol, a two-fold increase in nafcillin signal could be obtained: the calibration plot in 0.1 M Britton-Robinson buffer pH 4 showed a limit of detection of 80 nM with improved sensitivity and reproducibility (RSD<5 %) compared to the detection at non-modified electrodes. |
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Publication Date |
2019-08-26 |
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1040-0397 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
2.851 |
Times cited |
1 |
Open Access |
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; FB and GM devised the study and performed the experiments, FB wrote the original draft of the paper and analysed the data, NS and AvN performed the MS experiments, AF helped with the optimization of the protocol and correction of the first draft, TC and SP performed the rational monomer design, KdW supervised the work and corrected the final draft. All authors gave their suggestions and corrections to the final version of the paper. This work was financially supported by the University of Antwerp (BOF) and the Research Foundation Flanders (FWO). ; |
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Most recent IF: 2.851 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:162870 |
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5601 |
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De Wael, K.; Daems, D.; Van Camp, G.; Nagels, L.J. |
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The use of potentiometric sensors to study (bio)molecular interactions |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
Publication |
Analytical chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Anal Chem |
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84 |
Issue |
11 |
Pages |
4921-4927 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
Potentiometric sensors were used to study molecular interactions in liquid environments, with sensorgram methodology. This is demonstrated with a lipophilic rubber-, and with a collagen based hydrogel sensor coating. The investigated molecules were promazine and tartaric acid respectively. The sensors were placed in a hydrodynamic wall jet system for the recording of sensorgrams. mV sensor responses were first converted to a signal, expressing the concentration of adsorbed organic ions. Using a linearization method, a pseudo first order kinetic model of adsorption was shown to fit the experimental results perfectly. Kass, kon and koff values were calculated.. The technique can be used over 4 decades of concentration, and it is very sensitive to low MW compounds as well as to multiply charged large biomolecules. This study is the first to demonstrate the application of potentiometric sensors as an alternative and complement to SPR methods. |
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000304783100041 |
Publication Date |
2012-04-28 |
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0003-2700; 5206-882x |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
6.32 |
Times cited |
10 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; Financial support for this work was provided by the University of Antwerp by granting D.D. a BOF interdisciplinary research project. We thank J. Everaert for his help in interpreting the results. K.D.W. and D.D. contributed equally to this work. ; |
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Most recent IF: 6.32; 2012 IF: 5.695 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:97520 |
Serial |
5898 |
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Hamidi-Asl, E.; Daems, D.; De Wael, K.; Van Camp, G.; Nagels, L.J. |
| Title |
Concentration related response potentiometric titrations to study the interaction of small molecules with large biomolecules |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2014 |
Publication |
Analytical chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Anal Chem |
| Volume |
86 |
Issue |
24 |
Pages |
12243-12249 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
In the present article, the utility of a special potentiometric titration approach for recognition and calculation of biomolecule/small molecule interactions is reported. This approach is fast, sensitive, reproducible and inexpensive in comparison to the other methods for the determination of the association constant values (Ka) and the interaction energies (ΔG). The potentiometric titration measurement is based on the use of a classical polymeric membrane indicator electrode in a solution of the small molecule ligand. The biomolecule is used as a titrant. The potential is measured versus a reference electrode and transformed to a concentration related signal over the entire concentration interval, also at low concentrations, where the mV (y-axis) versus logcanalyte (x-axis) potentiometric calibration curve is not linear. In the procedure, the Ka is calculated for the interaction of cocaine with a cocaine binding aptamer and with an anti-cocaine antibody. To study the selectivity and cross-reactivity, other oligonucleotides and aptamers are tested, as well as other small ligand molecules such as tetrakis (4-chlorophenyl)borate, metergoline, lidocaine, and bromhexine. The calculated Ka compared favorably to the value reported in the literature using SPR. The potentiometric titration approach called Concentration related Response Potentiometry, is used to study molecular interaction for 7 macromolecular target molecules and 4 small molecule ligands. |
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000346683900048 |
Publication Date |
2014-11-13 |
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0003-2700; 5206-882x |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
6.32 |
Times cited |
10 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; Financial support for this work was provided by the University of Antwerp by granting L.J.N., K.D.W, G.V.C., and Ronny Blust a POC interdisciplinary research project. ; |
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Most recent IF: 6.32; 2014 IF: 5.636 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:120164 |
Serial |
5548 |
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Daems, D.; De Wael, K.; Vissenberg, K.; Van Camp, G.; Nagels, L. |
| Title |
Potentiometric sensors doped with biomolecules as a new approach to small molecule/biomolecule binding kinetics analysis |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2014 |
Publication |
Biosensors and bioelectronics |
Abbreviated Journal |
Biosens Bioelectron |
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54 |
Issue |
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Pages |
515-520 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Integrated Molecular Plant Physiology Research (IMPRES); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
The most successful binding kinetics analysis systems at this moment include surface plasmon resonance (SPR), quartz microcrystal balance (QMB) and surface acoustic wave (SAW). Although these are powerful methods, they generally are complex, expensive and require the use of monolayers. Here, we report on potentiometric sensors as an inexpensive and simple alternative to do binding kinetics analysis between small molecules in solution and biomolecules (covalently) attached in a biopolymer sensor coating layer. As an example, dopamine and an anti-dopamine aptamer were used as the small molecule and the biomolecule respectively. Binding between both follows a Langmuir adsorption type model and creates a surface potential. The system operates in Flow Injection Analysis mode (FIA). Besides being an interesting new binding kinetics tool, the approach allows systematic design of potentiometric biosensors (in the present study a dopamine sensor), and gives new insights into the functioning of ion-selective electrodes (ISEs). |
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000333071500077 |
Publication Date |
2013-11-24 |
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Series Issue |
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Edition |
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| ISSN |
0956-5663 |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
7.78 |
Times cited |
10 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; Financial support for this work was provided by the University of Antwerp by granting L.N. and G.V.C. a BOF interdisciplinary research project. ; |
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Most recent IF: 7.78; 2014 IF: 6.409 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:111678 |
Serial |
5780 |
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Neven, L.; Thiruvottriyur Shanmugam, S.; Rahemi, V.; Trashin, S.; Sleegers, N.; Carrion, E.N.; Gorun, S.M.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Optimized photoelectrochemical detection of essential drugs bearing phenolic groups |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2019 |
Publication |
Analytical chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Anal Chem |
| Volume |
91 |
Issue |
15 |
Pages |
9962-9969 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
The World Health Organization (WHO) model “List of Essential Medicines” includes among indispensable medicines antibacterials and pain and migraine relievers. Monitoring their concentration in the environment, while challenging, is important in the context of antibiotic resistance as well as their production of highly toxic compounds via hydrolysis. Traditional detection methods such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) or LC combined with tandem mass spectrometry or UV-vis spectroscopy are time-consuming, have a high cost, require skilled operators and are difficult to adapt for field operations. In contrast, (electrochemical) sensors have elicited interest because of their rapid response, high selectivity, and sensitivity as well as potential for on-site detection. Previously, we reported a novel sensor system based on a type II photosensitizer, which combines the advantages of enzymatic sensors (high sensitivity) and photoelectrochemical sensors (easy baseline subtraction). Under red-light illumination, the photosensitizer produces singlet oxygen which oxidizes phenolic compounds present in the sample. The subsequent reduction of the oxidized phenolic compounds at the electrode surface gives rise to a quantifiable photocurrent and leads to the generation of a redox cycle. Herein we report the optimization in terms of pH and applied potential of the photoelectrochemical detection of the hydrolysis product of paracetamol, i.e., 4-aminophenol (4-AP), and two antibacterials, namely, cefadroxil (CFD, beta-lactam antibiotic) and doxycycline (DXC, tetracycline antibiotic). The optimized conditions resulted in a detection limit of 0.2 mu mol L-1 for DXC, but in a 10 times higher sensitivity, 20 nmol L-1, for CFD. An even higher sensitivity, 7 nmol L-1, was noted for 4-AP. |
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000480499200086 |
Publication Date |
2019-06-25 |
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| ISSN |
0003-2700; 5206-882x |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
6.32 |
Times cited |
2 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; FWO and UA-BOF are acknowledged for financial support. The Center for Functional Materials of Seton Hall University is thanked for support (S.M.G. and E.N.C.). Joren Van Loon is thanked for the graphical abstract. This research was supported by the medium scale research infrastructure funding Hercules funding (SEM). ; |
Approved |
Most recent IF: 6.32 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:161831 |
Serial |
5763 |
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Rather, J.A.; Debnath, P.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Fullerene-\beta-cyclodextrin conjugate based electrochemical sensing device for ultrasensitive detection of p-nitrophenol |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2013 |
Publication |
Electroanalysis |
Abbreviated Journal |
Electroanal |
| Volume |
25 |
Issue |
9 |
Pages |
2145-2150 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
The article describes the use of a fullerene (C60)-β-cyclodextrin conjugate, synthesized via 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition, for the ultrasensitive electrochemical detection of p-nitrophenol. This conjugate was successfully immobilized on the surface of a glassy carbon electrode and the developed device showed high activity towards p-nitrophenol due to the synergetic effect of C60, the latter becoming highly conductive upon reduction. The determination of p-nitrophenol was performed by using square wave voltammetry over a concentration range from 2.8×10−9 mol L−1 to 4.2×10−7 mol L−1 and the detection limit was calculated to be 1.2×10−9 mol L−1. |
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000327590600017 |
Publication Date |
2013-08-27 |
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Series Issue |
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Edition |
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| ISSN |
1040-0397 |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
2.851 |
Times cited |
13 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; Jahangir Ahmad Rather is highly thankful for mobility grant provided by the Belspo co-funded by Marie Curie Actions. ; |
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Most recent IF: 2.851; 2013 IF: 2.502 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:110033 |
Serial |
5629 |
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De Wael, K.; Bashir, Q.; van Vlierberghe, S.; Dubruel, P.; Heering, H.A.; Adriaens, A. |
| Title |
Electrochemical determination of hydrogen peroxide with cytochrome c peroxidase and horse heart cytochrome c entrapped in a gelatin hydrogel |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Bioelectrochemistry: an international journal devoted to electrochemical aspects of biology and biological aspects of electrochemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Bioelectrochemistry |
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83 |
Issue |
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Pages |
15-18 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
A novel and versatile method, based on a membrane-free enzyme electrode in which both the enzyme and a mediator protein are entrapped in a gelatine hydrogel was developed for the fabrication of biosensors. As a proof of principle, we prepared a hydrogen peroxide biosensor by successfully entrapping both horse heart cytochrome c (HHC) and Saccharomyces cerevisae cytochrome c peroxidase (CCP) in a gelatin matrix which is immobilized on a gold electrode. This electrode was first pretreated with 6-mercaptohexanol. The biosensor displayed a rapid response and an expanded linear response range from 0 to 0.3 mM (R = 0.987) with a detection limit of 1 × 10− 5 M in a HEPES buffer solution (pH 7.0). This method of encapsulation is now further investigated for industrial biosensor applications. |
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000297962500003 |
Publication Date |
2011-08-03 |
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Edition |
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| ISSN |
1567-5394 |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
3.346 |
Times cited |
31 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; Karolien De Wael is grateful to the Research Foundation-Flanders (FWO, Belgium) for her postdoctoral fellowship. ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.346; 2012 IF: 3.947 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:92067 |
Serial |
5589 |
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Qurashi, A.; Rather, J.A.; De Wael, K.; Merzougui, B.; Tabet, N.; Faiz, M. |
| Title |
Rapid microwave synthesis of high aspect-ration ZnO nanotetrapods for swift bisphenol A detection |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2013 |
Publication |
The analyst |
Abbreviated Journal |
Analyst |
| Volume |
138 |
Issue |
17 |
Pages |
4764-4768 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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000322389600011 |
Publication Date |
2013-05-29 |
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0003-2654 |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
3.885 |
Times cited |
15 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; One of the authors (Jahangir Ahmad Rather) is highly thankful for the mobility grant (Non-Europe Postdoc Fellowship) supported by the Belgian Federal Science Policy (Belspo) co-funded by the Marie Curie Actions from the European Commission. ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.885; 2013 IF: 3.906 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:108959 |
Serial |
5801 |
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Tilleman, L.; De Henau, S.; Pauwels, M.; Nagy, N.; Pintelon, I.; Braeckman, B.P.; De Wael, K.; Van Doorslaer, S.; Adriaensen, D.; Timmermans, J.-P.; Moens, L.; Dewilde, S. |
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An N-myristoylated globin with a redox-sensing function that regulates the defecation cycle in Caenorhabditis elegans |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2012 |
Publication |
PLoS ONE |
Abbreviated Journal |
Plos One |
| Volume |
7 |
Issue |
12 |
Pages |
e48768-9 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
Globins occur in all kingdoms of life where they fulfill a wide variety of functions. In the past they used to be primarily characterized as oxygen transport/storage proteins, but since the discovery of new members of the globin family like neuroglobin and cytoglobin, more diverse and complex functions have been assigned to this heterogeneous family. Here we propose a function for a membrane-bound globin of C. elegans, GLB-26. This globin was predicted to be myristoylated at its N-terminus, a post-translational modification only recently described in the globin family. In vivo, this globin is found in the membrane of the head mesodermal cell and in the tail stomato-intestinal and anal depressor muscle cells. Since GLB-26 is almost directly oxidized when exposed to oxygen, we postulate a possible function as electron transfer protein. Phenotypical studies show that GLB-26 takes part in regulating the length of the defecation cycle in C. elegans under oxidative stress conditions. |
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000313236200008 |
Publication Date |
2012-12-12 |
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1932-6203 |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
2.806 |
Times cited |
6 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; SDH is a Ph.D. fellow of the Fund for Scientific Research (FWO). Financial support to SD and LM was provided by the University of Antwerp (BOF UA TOP 2006) and to SD, LM, BPB, by FWO project G.0247.09. The UltraVIEW VoX spinning disk confocal microscope was purchased with support of the Hercules Foundation (Hercules Type 1: AUHA 09/001). The funders had no role in study design, data collection and analysis, decision to publish, or preparation of the manuscript. ; |
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Most recent IF: 2.806; 2012 IF: 3.730 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:102591 |
Serial |
5741 |
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Trashin, S.; De Jong, M.; Breugelmans, T.; Pilehvar, S.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Label-free impedance aptasensor for major peanut allergen Ara h 1 |
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A1 Journal article |
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2015 |
Publication |
Electroanalysis |
Abbreviated Journal |
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27 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
32-37 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Applied Electrochemistry & Catalysis (ELCAT) |
| Abstract |
The peanut allergen Ara h 1 belonging to the vicilin family of seed storage proteins is known to be a suitable marker for peanut detection in foods. In the present work, we suggest an electrochemical detection of Ara h 1 using a recently selected 80-base DNA aptamer. The detection strategy relies on insulation effect of a bulky protein captured by an immobilized aptamer. The electrodes were modified by the aptamer and characterized using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The aptamer surface density and analytical parameters of the calibration curves for Ara h 1 were compared with the system prepared with thrombin binding aptamer (TBA) and operated in the same conditions. |
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000347838300004 |
Publication Date |
2014-10-13 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
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Times cited |
10 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; ST greatly appreciates the Research Council University of Antwerp (IWS BOF UA) for funding the post-doctoral fellowship. ; |
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Most recent IF: NA |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:119442 |
Serial |
5686 |
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Dubinina, T.V.; Moiseeva, E.O.; Astvatsaturov, D.A.; Borisova, N.E.; Tarakanov, P.A.; Trashin, S.A.; De Wael, K.; Tomilova, L.G. |
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Novel 2-naphthyl substituted zinc naphthalocyanine : synthesis, optical, electrochemical and spectroelectrochemical properties |
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A1 Journal article |
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2020 |
Publication |
New Journal Of Chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
New J Chem |
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44 |
Issue |
19 |
Pages |
7849-7857 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
New zinc naphthalocyanine with bulky 2-naphthyl groups was obtained. Aggregation drastically influences its optical and electrochemical behavior. Spectroelectrochemistry helps to establish the oxidation potential and reveals unusual color change. |
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000536157700023 |
Publication Date |
2020-04-22 |
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Edition |
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1144-0546 |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
3.3 |
Times cited |
1 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; Synthesis, identification and optical studies of target compounds were supported by the Russian Science Foundation Grant No 19-73-00099. Electrochemical and spectroelectrochemical measurements were supported by ERA.Net RUS Plus Plasmon Electrolight and FWO funding (RFBR No 18-53-76006 ERA). Fluorescence studies were supported by the Council under the President of the Russian Federation for State Support of Young Scientists and Leading Scientific Schools (Grant MD-3847.2019.3). The NMR spectroscopic measurements were carried out in the Laboratory of Magnetic Tomography and Spectroscopy, Faculty of Fundamental Medicine of Moscow State University. ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.3; 2020 IF: 3.269 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:168952 |
Serial |
6570 |
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De Jong, M.; Sleegers, N.; Kim, J.; Van Durme, F.; Samyn, N.; Wang, J.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Electrochemical fingerprint of street samples for fast on-site screening of cocaine in seized drug powders |
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A1 Journal article |
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2016 |
Publication |
Chemical science |
Abbreviated Journal |
Chem Sci |
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Pages |
1-7 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
We report on a wearable fingertip sensor for on-the-spot identification of cocaine and its cutting agents in street samples. Traditionally, on-site screening is performed by means of colour tests which are difficult to interpret and lack selectivity. By presenting the distinct voltammetric response of cocaine, cutting agents, binary mixtures of cocaine and street samples in solution and powder street samples, we were able to elucidate the electrochemical fingerprint of all these compounds. The new electrochemical concept holds considerable promise as an on-site screening method. |
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000371021900094 |
Publication Date |
2016-01-06 |
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Edition |
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2041-6520 |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
8.668 |
Times cited |
37 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; The authors acknowledge BELSPO for funding the APTADRU project (BR/314/PI/ APTADRU). ; |
Approved |
Most recent IF: 8.668 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:130404 |
Serial |
5591 |
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De Jong, M.; Sleegers, N.; Florea, A.; Van Loon, J.; van Nuijs, A.L.N.; Samyn, N.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Unraveling the mechanisms behind the complete suppression of cocaine electrochemical signals by chlorpromazine, promethazine, procaine, and dextromethorphan |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2019 |
Publication |
Analytical chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Anal Chem |
| Volume |
91 |
Issue |
24 |
Pages |
15453-15460 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Toxicological Centre; Product development |
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The present work investigates the challenges accompanied by the electrochemical cocaine detection in physiological conditions (pH 7) in the presence of chlorpromazine, promethazine, procaine, and dextromethorphan, frequently used cutting agents in cocaine street samples. The problem translates into the absence of the cocaine oxidation signal (signal suppression) when in a mixture with one of these compounds, leading to false negative results. Although a solution to this problem was provided through earlier experiments of our group, the mechanisms behind the suppression are now fundamentally investigated via electrochemical and liquid chromatography quadrupole-time-of-flight mass spectrometry (LC-QTOF-MS) strategies. The latter was used to confirm the passivation of the electrodes due to their interaction with promethazine and chlorpromazine. Electron transfer mechanisms were further identified via linear sweep voltammetry. Next, adsorption experiments were performed on the graphite screen printed electrodes both with and without potential assistance in order to confirm if the suppression of the cocaine signals is due to passivation induced by the cutting agents or their oxidized products. The proposed strategies allowed us to identify the mechanisms of cocaine suppression for each cutting agent mentioned. Suppression due to procaine and dextromethorphan is caused by fouling of the electrode surface by their oxidized forms, while for chlorpromazine and promethazine the suppression of the cocaine signal is related to the strong adsorption of these (nonoxidized) cutting agents onto the graphite electrode surface. These findings provide fundamental insights in possible suppression and other interfering mechanisms using electrochemistry in general not only in the drug detection sector. |
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000503910600018 |
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2019-11-14 |
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0003-2700; 5206-882x |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
6.32 |
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; The authors acknowledge financial support from IOF-SBO/POC (UAntwerp) and the Fund for Scientific Research (FWO) Flanders, Grant 1S 37658 17N. ; |
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Most recent IF: 6.32 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:165727 |
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5887 |
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Sleegers, N.; van Nuijs, A.L.N.; van den Berg, M.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Cephalosporin antibiotics : electrochemical fingerprints and core structure reactions investigated by LC-MSMS |
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A1 Journal article |
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2019 |
Publication |
Analytical chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Anal Chem |
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91 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
2035-2041 |
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A1 Journal article; Pharmacology. Therapy; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Toxicological Centre |
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Electrochemistry and exploiting electrochemical fingerprints is a potent approach to address newly emerging surveillance needs, for instance for antibiotics. However, a comprehensive insight in the electrochemical oxidation behaviour and mechanism is re-quired for this sensing strategy. To address the lack in knowledge of the voltammetric behaviour of the cephalosporins antibiotics, a selection of cephalosporin antibiotics and two main intermediates were subjected to an electrochemical study of their redox behaviour by means of pulsed voltammetric techniques and small-scale electrolysis combined with HPLC-MS/MS analyses. Sur-prisingly, the detected oxidation products did not fit the earlier suggested oxidation of the sulfur group to the corresponding sul-foxide. The influence of different side chains, both at the three and the seven position of the β-lactam core structure on the elec-trochemical fingerprint were investigated. Additional oxidation signals at lower potentials were elucidated and linked to different side chains. These signals were further exploited to allow simultaneous detection of different cephalosporins in one voltammetric sweep. These fundamental insights can become the building blocks for an new on-site screening method. |
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000458220300055 |
Publication Date |
2019-01-03 |
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0003-2700; 5206-882x |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
6.32 |
Times cited |
6 |
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; The authors acknowledge financial support from the Fund for Scientific Research (FWO) Flanders, Grant 1S 37658 17N. ; |
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Most recent IF: 6.32 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:156046 |
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5497 |
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Anaf, W.; Janssens, K.; De Wael, K. |
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Formation of metallic mercury during photodegradation/photodarkening of \alpha-HgS : electrochemical evidence |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
Publication |
Angewandte Chemie: international edition in English |
Abbreviated Journal |
Angew Chem Int Edit |
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52 |
Issue |
48 |
Pages |
12568-12571 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Das rote Pigment α-HgS neigt in Gegenwart von Licht und Chloridionen zur Schwärzung. Als Grund für die Zersetzung und Entfärbung werden die Bildung von (schwarzem) β-HgS oder Quecksilbermetall vermutet, doch diese Substanzen wurden noch nicht auf natürlich oder künstlich zersetzter HgS-Farbe nachgewiesen. Elektrochemische Experimente belegen nun die Bildung von Quecksilbermetall in Gegenwart von Licht und Chloridionen. |
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000327582900015 |
Publication Date |
2013-10-04 |
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1433-7851; 0570-0833 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
11.994 |
Times cited |
19 |
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; The authors acknowledge L. Klaassen for valuable discussions and providing samples. We acknowledge financial support from the SDD programme (S2-ART project) of the Belgian Federal Goverment. ; |
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Most recent IF: 11.994; 2013 IF: 11.336 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:111265 |
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5626 |
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Ayalew, E.; Janssens, K.; De Wael, K. |
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Unraveling the reactivity of minium towards bicarbonate and the role of lead oxides therein |
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A1 Journal article |
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2016 |
Publication |
Analytical chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Anal Chem |
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88 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
1564-1569 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Understanding the reactivity of (semiconductor) pigments provides vital information on how to improve conservation strategies for works of art in order to avoid rapid degradation of the pigments. This study focuses on the photoactivity of minium (Pb3O4), a semiconductor pigment, that gives rise to strong discoloration phenomena upon exposure to various environmental conditions. To demonstrate its photoactivity, an electrochemical setup with minium-modified graphite electrode (C|Pb3O4) was used. It is confirmed that minium is a p-type semiconductor which is photoactive during illumination and becomes inactive in the dark. Raman measurements confirm the formation of the degradation products. The photoactivity of a semiconductor pigment is partly defined by the presence of lead oxide (PbO) impurities; these introduce new states in the original band gap. It will be experi-mentally evidenced that the presence of PbO particles in minium leads to an upward shift of the valence band that reduces the band gap. Thus, upon photoexcitation, the electron/hole separation is more easily initialized. The PbO/Pb3O4 composite electrodes demonstrate a higher reductive photocurrent compared to the photocurrent registered at pure PbO or Pb3O4 modified electrodes. Upon exposure to light with energy close to and above the band gap, electrons are excited from the valence band to the conduction band to initialize the reduction of Pb(IV) to Pb(II), resulting in the initial formation of PbO. However in the presence of bicarbonate ions, a significantly higher photoreduction current is recorded since the PbO reacts further to form hydrocerussite. Therefore the presence of bicarbonates in the environment stimulates the photodecomposition process of minium and plays an important role in the degradation process. |
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000369471100014 |
Publication Date |
2015-12-31 |
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0003-2700; 5206-882x |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
6.32 |
Times cited |
9 |
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; The authors acknowledge Sanne Aerts from the Laboratory of Adsorption and Catalysis (LADCA) of the University of Antwerp for her help with the UV-vis-DR. Financial support from the SOLARPAINT BOF-GOA project (University of Antwerp Research Council) is acknowledged. The authors are also indebted to F. Vanmeert for performing the XRD measurements. ; |
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Most recent IF: 6.32 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:129963 |
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5888 |
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Anaf, W.; Schalm, O.; Janssens, K.; De Wael, K. |
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Understanding the (in)stability of semiconductor pigments by a thermodynamic approach |
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A1 Journal article |
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2015 |
Publication |
Dyes and pigments |
Abbreviated Journal |
Dyes Pigments |
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113 |
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409-415 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Antwerp Cultural Heritage Sciences (ARCHES) |
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Several artists pigments are semiconductors. Some of these materials appear stable over time, whereas others already show remarkable signs of degradation after limited time periods. The (in)stability of these pigments can be understood using a thermodynamic approach. For several pigment-related materials, the thermodynamic oxidation and reduction potential (ϕox and ϕred) were determined and evaluated considering the absolute energy positions of the valence and conduction band edges and the water redox potentials. The positions of ϕox and ϕred can be used in a fast screening of the stability of semiconductor pigments towards photoinduced corrosion in an aqueous/humid environment. This theoretical approach corresponds well with experimental data on pigment permanence and degradation phenomena found in literature. |
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Publication Date |
2014-09-16 |
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0143-7208 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
3.473 |
Times cited |
14 |
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; The authors acknowledge the funding from the Belspo S2-ART project (Belgian Federal Government) SD/RI/04A. ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.473; 2015 IF: 3.966 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:118875 |
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5885 |
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Cuypers, B.; Vermeylen, S.; Hammerschmid, D.; Trashin, S.; Rahemi, V.; Konijnenberg, A.; De Schutter, A.; Cheng, C.-H.C.; Giordano, D.; Verde, C.; De Wael, K.; Sobott, F.; Dewilde, S.; Van Doorslaer, S. |
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Antarctic fish versus human cytoglobins : the same but yet so different |
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A1 Journal article |
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2017 |
Publication |
Journal of inorganic biochemistry |
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J Inorg Biochem |
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173 |
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66-78 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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The cytoglobins of the Antarctic fish Chaenocephalus aceratus and Dissostichus mawsoni have many features in common with human cytoglobin. These cytoglobins are heme proteins in which the ferric and ferrous forms have a characteristic hexacoordination of the heme iron, i.e. axial ligation of two endogenous histidine residues, as confirmed by electron paramagnetic resonance, resonance Raman and optical absorption spectroscopy. The combined spectroscopic analysis revealed only small variations in the heme-pocket structure, in line with the small variations observed for the redox potential. Nevertheless, some striking differences were also discovered. Resonance Raman spectroscopy showed that the stabilization of an exogenous heme ligand, such as CO, occurs differently in human cytoglobin in comparison with Antarctic fish cytoglobins. Furthermore, while it has been extensively reported that human cytoglobin is essentially monomeric and can form an intramolecular disulfide bridge that can influence the ligand binding kinetics, 3D modeling of the Antarctic fish cytoglobins indicates that the cysteine residues are too far apart to form such an intramolecular bridge. Moreover, gel filtration and mass spectrometry reveal the occurrence of non-covalent multimers (up to pentamers) in the Antarctic fish cytoglobins that are formed at low concentrations. Stabilization of these oligomers by disulfide-bridge formation is possible, but not essential. If intermolecular disulfide bridges are formed, they influence the heme-pocket structure, as is shown by EPR measurements. |
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000405159600007 |
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2017-04-28 |
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0162-0134 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
3.348 |
Times cited |
7 |
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; The authors acknowledge the support of the University of Antwerp GOA-BOF funding (28312), FWO funding (G.0687.13) and the Hercules foundation for funding of the Synapt G2 instrument. This study was carried out in the framework of the SCAR program “Antarctic Thresholds – Ecosystem Resilience and Adaptation” (AnT-ERA). It was financially supported by the Italian National Program for Antarctic Research (PNRA). Research of A. De Schutter is funded by a PhD grant of the Agency for Innovation by Science and Technology (121339) (IWT, Belgium). C-H C. Cheng acknowledges funding support from US National Science Foundation Polar Programs (ANT-1142158). ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.348 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:144826 |
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5474 |
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Rather, J.A.; De Wael, K. |
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Fullerene-C60 sensor for ultra-high sensitive detection of bisphenol-A and its treatment by green technology |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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Sensors and actuators : B : chemical |
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Sensor Actuat B-Chem |
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176 |
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110-117 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Endocrine disruptors (EDCs) are environmental pollutants that, once incorporated into an organism, affect the hormonal balance of humans and various species. Its presence in environment is of great importance in water quality related questions. The proposed method describes the development of an accurate, sensitive and selective sensor for the detection of bisphenol-A (BPA) and its treatment by green technology. A fullerene (C60) fabricated electrochemical sensor was developed for the ultrasensitive detection of BPA. The homemade sensor was characterized by scanning electron microscopy, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and chronocoulometry. The influence of measuring parameters such as pH and C60 loading on the analytical performance of the sensor was evaluated. Various kinetic parameters such as electron transfer number (n); charge transfer coefficient (α); electrode surface area (A) and diffusion coefficient (D) were also calculated. Under the optimal conditions, the oxidation peak current was linear over the concentration range of 74 nM to 0.23 μM with the detection limit (LOD) of 3.7 nM. The fabricated sensor was successfully applied to the determination of BPA in wastewater samples and it has promising analytical applications for the direct determination of BPA at trace level. |
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000319867500017 |
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2012-09-07 |
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0925-4005 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
5.401 |
Times cited |
79 |
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; The authors are highly thankful for the mobility grant (Non-Europe Postdoc Fellowship) for one of the author (Jahangir Ahmad Rather) supported by the Belgian Federal Science Policy (Belspo) co-funded by the Marie Curie Actions from the European Commission. ; |
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Most recent IF: 5.401; 2013 IF: 3.840 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:101055 |
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5630 |
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Rather, J.A.; Pilehvar, S.; De Wael, K. |
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Polycyclodextrin and carbon nanotubes as composite for tyrosinase immobilization and its superior electrocatalytic activity towards butylparaben an endocrine disruptor |
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A1 Journal article |
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2015 |
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Journal of nanoscience and nanotechnology |
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15 |
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5 |
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3365-3372 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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We developed a protocol for the immobilization of tyrosinase (Tyr) on the composite of polycyclodextrin polymer (CDP) and carbon nanotubes for the detection of an endocrine disruptor, i.e., butylparaben (BP). The formation of the CDP polymer was characterized by UV-Vis spectrophotometry. The conducting film of cross-linked CDP and carbon nanotubes, displays excellent matrix capabilities for Tyr immobilization. The host-guest chemical reaction ability of CD and the ππ stacking interaction assure the bioactivity of Tyr towards butylparaben. The developed biosensor was characterized electrochemically by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. The enzyme-substrate kinetic parameters such as the apparent Michaelis-Menten constant (K M app) was measured under saturated substrate concentration. The determination of butylparaben was carried out by using square wave voltammetry over the concentration range of 2.1 to 35.4 μM with a detection limit of 0.1 μM. The fabricated biosensor was successfully applied in real-life cosmetic samples with good recovery ranging from 98.5 to 102.8%. |
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Publication Date |
2014-10-01 |
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1533-4899 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
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Times cited |
3 |
Open Access |
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; The authors are highly thankful for the mobility grant (Non-Europe Postdoc Fellowship) for one of the author (Jahangir Ahmad Rather) supported by the Belgian Federal Science Policy (Belspo) co-funded by the Marie Curie Actions from the European Commission. Sanaz Pilehvar is funded by BOF-DOCPRO UA. ; |
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Most recent IF: NA |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:119550 |
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5776 |
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