Synthesis of Brushite Particles Using Surfactin
Author Information
Author(s): Maity Jyoti Prakash, Lin Tz-Jiun, Cheng Henry Pai-Heng, Chen Chien-Yen, Reddy A. Satyanarayana, Atla Shashi B., Chang Young-Fo, Chen Hau-Ren, Chen Chien-Cheng
Primary Institution: National Chung Cheng University
Hypothesis
The reverse microemulsion technique using the biosurfactant surfactin can effectively synthesize calcium phosphate nanoparticles.
Conclusion
The study successfully demonstrated that the reverse microemulsion process using surfactin can produce calcium phosphate nanoparticles with unique shapes and sizes.
Supporting Evidence
- The reverse microemulsion technique produced nanocrystalline brushite particles.
- Different water to surfactin ratios resulted in varying particle sizes and morphologies.
- FTIR and XRD analyses confirmed the formation of brushite nanoparticles.
Takeaway
This study shows that a special method using a natural soap can make tiny particles that are important for our bones and teeth.
Methodology
The reverse microemulsion process was used to prepare calcium phosphate nanoparticles with varying water to surfactin ratios.
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