Preparation and characterization of polyoxometalate-modified poly(vinyl alcohol)/polyethyleneimine hybrids as a chemical and biological self-detoxifying material |
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Authors: | KH Wu PY Yu CC Yang GP Wang CM Chao |
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Institution: | aDepartment of Applied Chemistry and Material science, Chung Cheng Institute of Technology, NDU, Tahsi, Taoyuan 335, Taiwan;bChemical Systems Research Division, Chung Shan Institute of Science and Technology, Lungtan, Taoyuan 325, Taiwan |
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Abstract: | Nanohybrid membranes based on the Keggin-type polyoxometalate (POM) H5PV2Mo10O40 and a poly(vinyl alcohol)/polyethyleneimine (PVA/PEI) blend were prepared as a chemical and biological protective material. The objective of the study was to develop and evaluate permeable membranes (PVA/PEI) impregnated with reactive nanoparticulates (POM) that can protect against simulants of chemical and biological warfare agents. The physical properties of the PVA/PEI–POM hybrids were examined using SEM, TEM, TGA, and UV–Vis spectroscopy, the results of which indicated that the POM was incorporated in the PVA/PEI matrix after impregnation. The redox properties against 2-chloroethyl-ethyl sulfide (CEES) were investigated based on significant color changes and UV absorption in the POM upon reduction by CEES. The antibacterial effects of the PVA/PEI–POM hybrids were assessed by the zone of inhibition, minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC), and plate-counting methods. The results of this study showed that PVA/PEI–POM hybrids that act against simulants of chemical and biological weapons while retaining their ability to transmit moisture vapor could be obtained. |
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Keywords: | Poly(vinyl alcohol) Polyethyleneimine Polyoxometalate Permeable membrane Antibacterial effect |
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