研究目的
To understand the surface forces and chemistry responsible for the differences in liposome fusion onto SiO2 and TiO2 nanoparticles.
研究成果
Charge is the dominating factor for liposome fusion on SiO2, while both charge and coordination chemistry are important on TiO2. The study provides insights into the interactions between liposomes and inorganic nanoparticles, which are crucial for applications in biosensing, device fabrication, and drug delivery.
研究不足
The study focused on single-component liposomes and did not explore the effects of mixed lipid compositions. The interactions were studied under controlled pH conditions, which may not fully represent physiological environments.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study involved the use of calcein leakage assays, adsorption measurements, cryo-TEM, and washing experiments to investigate the interactions between liposomes and nanoparticles.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
Four types of liposomes (DOPC, DOCPe, DOPS, DOCP) and two types of nanoparticles (SiO2 and TiO2) were used.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Dynamic light scattering (DLS) for size and ζ-potential measurements, cryo-TEM for imaging, and fluorescence spectroscopy for calcein leakage assays.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
Liposomes were prepared by the extrusion method, and their interactions with nanoparticles were studied at different pH levels (3, 7, 10).
5:0). Data Analysis Methods:
5. Data Analysis Methods: The percentage of calcein leakage was calculated to determine liposome fusion, and adsorption was quantified using fluorescence intensity.
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TiO2 NPs
P25
Sigma-Aldrich
Used as a substrate for liposome fusion studies.
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Malvern Zetasizer Nano ZS90
ZS90
Malvern
Used for dynamic light scattering (DLS) and ζ-potential measurements.
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FEI Tecnai G2 F20
G2 F20
FEI
Used for cryo-TEM imaging.
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SiO2 NPs
50 nm
Polyscience Inc.
Used as a substrate for liposome fusion studies.
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TiO2 NPs
US3548
US Research Nanomaterials
Used for cryo-TEM experiments.
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Disodium calcein
Sigma-Aldrich
Used in calcein leakage assays to monitor liposome fusion.
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Triton X-100
Sigma-Aldrich
Used to fully rupture liposomes in washing assays.
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HEPES
Mandel Scientific
Used to prepare buffers for liposome and nanoparticle interactions.
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NaCl
Mandel Scientific
Used to adjust ionic strength in buffers.
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Varian Eclipse fluorometer
Varian
Used to monitor fluorescence in calcein leakage assays.
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Philips CM10 transmission electron microscope
CM10
Philips
Used for TEM measurements.
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