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Papers by Antoaneta Ene

Research paper thumbnail of Heavy metal determination in agricultural soil collected from Brăila County

Analele Universităţii "Dunărea de Jos" din Galaţi. Fascicula II, Matematică, fizică, mecanică teoretică, Dec 13, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Study of urban soil collected from a future residential complex area from Galati, Romania

Analele Universităţii "Dunărea de Jos" din Galaţi. Fascicula II, Matematică, fizică, mecanică teoretică, Dec 13, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Optimization, characterization, and cytotoxicity studies of novel anti-tubercular agent-loaded liposomal vesicles

Scientific Reports, Jan 3, 2024

Research paper thumbnail of The effect of road and railway traffic on the soil quality from the Public Garden of Galati, Romania

Analele Universităţii "Dunărea de Jos" din Galaţi, Sep 10, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of SEM-EDX analysis of paper, leather and metal lock from an 18th century church book

Analele Universităţii "Dunărea de Jos" din Galaţi, Sep 10, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Notable changes in geochemical and mineralogical characteristics of different phases of episyenitization: insights on the radioactive and shielding of the late phase

Frontiers in Earth Science, Oct 29, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Physico-mechanical properties and shielding efficiency in relation to mineralogical and geochemical compositions of Um Had granitoid, Central Eastern Desert, Egypt

Frontiers in Earth Science, Aug 24, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Study of the hydrocarbon-oxidizing activity of bacterioplankton in the Moldavian section of the Prut River

Analele Universităţii "Dunărea de Jos" din Galaţi. Fascicula II, Matematică, fizică, mecanică teoretică, Dec 13, 2023

The paper presents the results of study of the Prut River heterotrophic bacterioplankton. The bi-... more The paper presents the results of study of the Prut River heterotrophic bacterioplankton. The bi-disciplinary technique was used to assess its hydrocarbon-oxidizing activity, namely: microbiological research was carried out in parallel with hydrochemical investigation of the natural water samples and samples enriched with diesel fuel. The Moldovan-Romanian transboundary section of the Prut River includes various ecological zones, such as the Costești-Stanca Reservoir, the mouth of the Jijia River, the Prut floodplains with the relict Beleu Lake (where oil extraction is carried out despite the fact that it is a protected area of the scientific reserve "Prutul de Jos") and the Prut River mouth with the Giurgiulesti International Free Port. The microbial community of fluvial bacterioplankton corresponds to the specific conditions of each these biotopes, being the most reproducible and adaptable component of the biota. The results obtained in the study of the Prut River bacterioplankton demonstrate the presence of hydrocarbon-adapted microorganisms with a good potential to utilize petroleum products in their metabolic processes.

Research paper thumbnail of Radiation dose assessment in multiple injured patients using whole-body computed tomography

Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences, Dec 1, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Tungsten (VI) oxide reinforced antimony glasses for radiation safety applications: A throughout investigation for determination of radiation shielding properties and transmission factors

Research paper thumbnail of Utilization of three-layers heterogeneous mammographic phantom through MCNPX code for breast and chest radiation dose levels at different diagnostic X-ray energies: A Monte Carlo simulation study

Frontiers in Public Health, Mar 3, 2023

IntroductionWe report the breast and chest radiation dose assessment for mammographic examination... more IntroductionWe report the breast and chest radiation dose assessment for mammographic examinations using a three-layer heterogeneous breast phantom through the MCNPX Monte Carlo code.MethodsA three-layer heterogeneous phantom along with compression plates and X-ray source are modeled. The validation of the simulation code is obtained using the data of AAPM TG-195 report. Deposited energy amount as a function of increasing source energy is calculated over a wide energy range. The behavioral changes in X-ray absorption as well as transmission are examined using the F6 Tally Mesh extension of MCNPX code. Moreover, deposited energy amount is calculated for modeled body phantom in the same energy range.Results and discussionsThe diverse distribution of glands has a significant impact on the quantity of energy received by the various breast layers. In layers with a low glandular ratio, low-energy primary X-ray penetrability is highest. In response to an increase in energy, the absorption in layers with a low glandular ratio decreased. This results in the X-rays releasing their energy in the bottom layers. Additionally, the increase in energy increases the quantity of energy absorbed by the tissues around the breast.

Research paper thumbnail of Phytoplankton state and water quality in the Lower Prut River

Research paper thumbnail of Comprehensive evaluation on gamma radiation resistance of chromium (III) ions incorporated bismuth fluoro-lead-borate glasses

Research paper thumbnail of Physical characterization and crystallization kinetics of amorphous BiSe chalcogenide glasses

Journal of materials research and technology, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Heavy metal oxide (HMO) glasses as an effective member of glass shield family: A comprehensive characterization on gamma ray shielding properties of various structures

Journal of materials research and technology, May 1, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of On tungsten barium phosphate glasses: Elastic moduli, gamma-ray shielding properties as well as transmission factor (TF)

Journal of the Australian Ceramic Society, May 30, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Novel Antitubercular Agent-Loaded Liposomal Vesicles: Optimization, Characterization, and Cytotoxicity Studies

Research Square (Research Square), Apr 11, 2023

The treatment of tuberculosis is still a challenging process due to the wide spread of pathogen s... more The treatment of tuberculosis is still a challenging process due to the wide spread of pathogen strains resistant to antibacterial drugs, as well as the undesirable effects of anti-tuberculosis therapy. Hence, the development of safe and effective new anti-antitubercular agents in addition to suitable nanocarrier systems has become of utmost importance and necessity. Our research aims to develop liposomal vesicles that contain newly synthesized compounds with antimycobacterial action. The compound being studied is a derivative of imidazo-tetrazine named 3-(3,5-dimethylpyrazole-1-yl)-6-(isopropylthio) imidazo [1,2-b] [1, 2, 4, 5] tetrazine (compound 1). Several factors that affect the liposomal characteristics were studied. The maximum encapsulation e ciency was 53.62 ± 0.09. The selected liposomal formulation T8* possessed mean particle size about 205.3 ± 3.94 nm with PDI 0.282, and zeta potential was + 36.37 ± 0.49 mv. The results of the in vitro release study indicated that the solubility of compound 1 was increased by its incorporation in liposomes. The free compound and liposomal preparation showed antimycobacterial activity against M. tuberculosis H 37 R v (ATCC 27294) at MIC value 0.94-1.88 µg/ml. We are predicting that the liposomes may be a good candidate for delivering of new antitubercular drugs.

Research paper thumbnail of The impact of chemical modifications on gamma-ray attenuation properties of some WO<sub>3</sub>-reinforced tellurite glasses

Open Chemistry, 2023

We report the role of the chemical modifications on various gamma-ray attenuation properties of f... more We report the role of the chemical modifications on various gamma-ray attenuation properties of four different tellurite glasses reinforced through WO 3. The chemical compositions and glass densities are used in terms of determining some critical attenuation properties, such as linear and mass attenuation coefficients, half value layer, and effective atomic number values. Based on the rise in density, it was determined that the maximum concentration of WO 3 also resulted in a significant change in the overall gamma-ray absorption properties, when all of the study's findings were examined. It was observed that the glass sample, in which TeO 2 and WO 3 were 40 mol%, had the highest density. It was found that this glass with the highest density has the highest linear attenuation coefficient and mass attenuation coefficient and the lowest half value layer among the four samples specified. This demonstrates that WO 3 inclusion is a functional component that may be used in tellurium glasses and is a suitable material for situations requiring increased gamma-ray absorption properties.

Research paper thumbnail of Dual Impacts of Bi2O3/B2O3 Substitution on Mechanical and Attenuation Properties of Zinc–Bismuth–Borate Ternary Glasses for Diagnosis γ-Rays Shielding Materials Application

Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, Mar 30, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Comparative analysis on application conditions of indium (III) oxide-reinforced glasses in nuclear waste management and source transportation: A Monte Carlo simulation study

Research paper thumbnail of Heavy metal determination in agricultural soil collected from Brăila County

Analele Universităţii "Dunărea de Jos" din Galaţi. Fascicula II, Matematică, fizică, mecanică teoretică, Dec 13, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Study of urban soil collected from a future residential complex area from Galati, Romania

Analele Universităţii "Dunărea de Jos" din Galaţi. Fascicula II, Matematică, fizică, mecanică teoretică, Dec 13, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Optimization, characterization, and cytotoxicity studies of novel anti-tubercular agent-loaded liposomal vesicles

Scientific Reports, Jan 3, 2024

Research paper thumbnail of The effect of road and railway traffic on the soil quality from the Public Garden of Galati, Romania

Analele Universităţii "Dunărea de Jos" din Galaţi, Sep 10, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of SEM-EDX analysis of paper, leather and metal lock from an 18th century church book

Analele Universităţii "Dunărea de Jos" din Galaţi, Sep 10, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Notable changes in geochemical and mineralogical characteristics of different phases of episyenitization: insights on the radioactive and shielding of the late phase

Frontiers in Earth Science, Oct 29, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Physico-mechanical properties and shielding efficiency in relation to mineralogical and geochemical compositions of Um Had granitoid, Central Eastern Desert, Egypt

Frontiers in Earth Science, Aug 24, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Study of the hydrocarbon-oxidizing activity of bacterioplankton in the Moldavian section of the Prut River

Analele Universităţii "Dunărea de Jos" din Galaţi. Fascicula II, Matematică, fizică, mecanică teoretică, Dec 13, 2023

The paper presents the results of study of the Prut River heterotrophic bacterioplankton. The bi-... more The paper presents the results of study of the Prut River heterotrophic bacterioplankton. The bi-disciplinary technique was used to assess its hydrocarbon-oxidizing activity, namely: microbiological research was carried out in parallel with hydrochemical investigation of the natural water samples and samples enriched with diesel fuel. The Moldovan-Romanian transboundary section of the Prut River includes various ecological zones, such as the Costești-Stanca Reservoir, the mouth of the Jijia River, the Prut floodplains with the relict Beleu Lake (where oil extraction is carried out despite the fact that it is a protected area of the scientific reserve "Prutul de Jos") and the Prut River mouth with the Giurgiulesti International Free Port. The microbial community of fluvial bacterioplankton corresponds to the specific conditions of each these biotopes, being the most reproducible and adaptable component of the biota. The results obtained in the study of the Prut River bacterioplankton demonstrate the presence of hydrocarbon-adapted microorganisms with a good potential to utilize petroleum products in their metabolic processes.

Research paper thumbnail of Radiation dose assessment in multiple injured patients using whole-body computed tomography

Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences, Dec 1, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Tungsten (VI) oxide reinforced antimony glasses for radiation safety applications: A throughout investigation for determination of radiation shielding properties and transmission factors

Research paper thumbnail of Utilization of three-layers heterogeneous mammographic phantom through MCNPX code for breast and chest radiation dose levels at different diagnostic X-ray energies: A Monte Carlo simulation study

Frontiers in Public Health, Mar 3, 2023

IntroductionWe report the breast and chest radiation dose assessment for mammographic examination... more IntroductionWe report the breast and chest radiation dose assessment for mammographic examinations using a three-layer heterogeneous breast phantom through the MCNPX Monte Carlo code.MethodsA three-layer heterogeneous phantom along with compression plates and X-ray source are modeled. The validation of the simulation code is obtained using the data of AAPM TG-195 report. Deposited energy amount as a function of increasing source energy is calculated over a wide energy range. The behavioral changes in X-ray absorption as well as transmission are examined using the F6 Tally Mesh extension of MCNPX code. Moreover, deposited energy amount is calculated for modeled body phantom in the same energy range.Results and discussionsThe diverse distribution of glands has a significant impact on the quantity of energy received by the various breast layers. In layers with a low glandular ratio, low-energy primary X-ray penetrability is highest. In response to an increase in energy, the absorption in layers with a low glandular ratio decreased. This results in the X-rays releasing their energy in the bottom layers. Additionally, the increase in energy increases the quantity of energy absorbed by the tissues around the breast.

Research paper thumbnail of Phytoplankton state and water quality in the Lower Prut River

Research paper thumbnail of Comprehensive evaluation on gamma radiation resistance of chromium (III) ions incorporated bismuth fluoro-lead-borate glasses

Research paper thumbnail of Physical characterization and crystallization kinetics of amorphous BiSe chalcogenide glasses

Journal of materials research and technology, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Heavy metal oxide (HMO) glasses as an effective member of glass shield family: A comprehensive characterization on gamma ray shielding properties of various structures

Journal of materials research and technology, May 1, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of On tungsten barium phosphate glasses: Elastic moduli, gamma-ray shielding properties as well as transmission factor (TF)

Journal of the Australian Ceramic Society, May 30, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Novel Antitubercular Agent-Loaded Liposomal Vesicles: Optimization, Characterization, and Cytotoxicity Studies

Research Square (Research Square), Apr 11, 2023

The treatment of tuberculosis is still a challenging process due to the wide spread of pathogen s... more The treatment of tuberculosis is still a challenging process due to the wide spread of pathogen strains resistant to antibacterial drugs, as well as the undesirable effects of anti-tuberculosis therapy. Hence, the development of safe and effective new anti-antitubercular agents in addition to suitable nanocarrier systems has become of utmost importance and necessity. Our research aims to develop liposomal vesicles that contain newly synthesized compounds with antimycobacterial action. The compound being studied is a derivative of imidazo-tetrazine named 3-(3,5-dimethylpyrazole-1-yl)-6-(isopropylthio) imidazo [1,2-b] [1, 2, 4, 5] tetrazine (compound 1). Several factors that affect the liposomal characteristics were studied. The maximum encapsulation e ciency was 53.62 ± 0.09. The selected liposomal formulation T8* possessed mean particle size about 205.3 ± 3.94 nm with PDI 0.282, and zeta potential was + 36.37 ± 0.49 mv. The results of the in vitro release study indicated that the solubility of compound 1 was increased by its incorporation in liposomes. The free compound and liposomal preparation showed antimycobacterial activity against M. tuberculosis H 37 R v (ATCC 27294) at MIC value 0.94-1.88 µg/ml. We are predicting that the liposomes may be a good candidate for delivering of new antitubercular drugs.

Research paper thumbnail of The impact of chemical modifications on gamma-ray attenuation properties of some WO<sub>3</sub>-reinforced tellurite glasses

Open Chemistry, 2023

We report the role of the chemical modifications on various gamma-ray attenuation properties of f... more We report the role of the chemical modifications on various gamma-ray attenuation properties of four different tellurite glasses reinforced through WO 3. The chemical compositions and glass densities are used in terms of determining some critical attenuation properties, such as linear and mass attenuation coefficients, half value layer, and effective atomic number values. Based on the rise in density, it was determined that the maximum concentration of WO 3 also resulted in a significant change in the overall gamma-ray absorption properties, when all of the study's findings were examined. It was observed that the glass sample, in which TeO 2 and WO 3 were 40 mol%, had the highest density. It was found that this glass with the highest density has the highest linear attenuation coefficient and mass attenuation coefficient and the lowest half value layer among the four samples specified. This demonstrates that WO 3 inclusion is a functional component that may be used in tellurium glasses and is a suitable material for situations requiring increased gamma-ray absorption properties.

Research paper thumbnail of Dual Impacts of Bi2O3/B2O3 Substitution on Mechanical and Attenuation Properties of Zinc–Bismuth–Borate Ternary Glasses for Diagnosis γ-Rays Shielding Materials Application

Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, Mar 30, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Comparative analysis on application conditions of indium (III) oxide-reinforced glasses in nuclear waste management and source transportation: A Monte Carlo simulation study