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Use of High Pressure Homogenization for Nanotubes

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What are carbon nanotubes ? Carbon nanotubes   (CNTs)   are tiny, hollow cylindrical tubes made of carbon atoms, essentially rolled-up sheets of graphene, with diameters measured in nanometers, possessing unique electrical, mechanical, and thermal properties due to their unique structure at the nanoscale level; they are known for their exceptional strength, lightweight nature, and high conductivity, making them promising for various applications in technology and materials science. Due to the unique properties of carbon nanotubes (CNTs), their use extends to various applications in field emission, energy storage, biomedicine, industrial catalysts, adhesives, thermal materials. also due to their impressive properties of being both strong and incredibly lightweight, as well as being excellent conductors of heat and electricity. Challenges in Carbon Nanotube Dispersion Due to strong Van der Waals forces, CNTs tend to cluster together, making it difficult to achieve stable and uniform disp

The Advantages of High-Pressure Homogenization for Efficient E. coli Cell Disruption

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High-pressure homogenization (HPH) provides significant advantages for the efficient disruption of E. coli cells, a critical process in biotechnology and microbiology. This method involves applying intense pressure to cell suspensions, forcing them through a narrow gap or valve. The resulting high shear forces, turbulence, and cavitation effectively rupture the cells, leading to thorough cell lysis. One of the primary benefits of HPH is its remarkable efficiency in achieving uniform and consistent cell disruption. This uniformity is crucial for optimizing the extraction of intracellular products such as recombinant proteins, enzymes, and nucleic acids. By ensuring complete cell lysis, HPH maximizes the yield of these valuable biomolecules, which is essential for both research applications and industrial-scale production. Another significant advantage of HPH is its ability to preserve the integrity of sensitive molecules. The process is designed to minimize heat generation, reducing th

Nanoemulsions: What it is, Applications, Advantages and Processing

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Nanoemulsions are formed by mixing two immiscible liquids, typically oil and water, into a stable emulsion with droplet sizes ranging from 20 to 200 nanometers. These droplets are significantly smaller than those found in traditional emulsions, giving nanoemulsions unique properties. They are kinetically stable and have a high surface area per unit volume, making them useful in various applications such as drug delivery, food products, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and materials science. Inner Structure of Nanoemulsions   Properties: Nanoemulsions exhibit unique properties due to their small droplet size, which include:   Enhanced Stability: The small size of the droplets reduces the likelihood of coalescence and phase separation, leading to longer shelf life. Increased Bioavailability: The large surface area of the tiny droplets allows for better absorption of active ingredients by the body. Optical Clarity: Unlike traditional emulsions, nanoemulsions can be clear or slightly hazy, maki