ArticleACS omega2022
Structural, Optical, and Electrical Characterization of Biological and Bioactive Propolis Films.
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- Caucasian and Egyptian chitosan/propolis nanocomposites inhibit deformed wing virus in Apis mellifera L. cell lines.Scientific reports · 2026Article
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Abstract
Natural substances are potential compounds for green electronic devices. So, scientists have to explore and optimize their properties to insert them as active layers in electronic heterostructures. In this study, microstructural, optical, and electrical properties of thin layers of the propolis are investigated. Propolis is a biological organic bioactive material produced by honeybees. A stable, bioactive, green, and low-cost thin layer of this biocompatible material was deposited on different substrates using a propolis alcohol solution. The morphological studies show that the propolis thin film is dense and well covers the substrate surfaces. Transmittance spectra show that propolis film cuts off blue and ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which are responsible for food oxidation, nutrient losses, flavor degradation, and discoloration. Therefore, to prevent food deterioration, a propolis film can be used in food packaging. For red and near-infrared radiation (∼600-2700 nm), a propolis film is transparent. Between near-infrared and mid-infrared radiation (∼2700-3200 nm), a propolis film reveals significant photosensitivity and so can be used as a photosensor. The propolis film reveals an energy gap of 2.88 eV at room temperature, which enables potential optoelectronic applications in the UV and blue ranges. The electrical study shows that the propolis layer has semiconductor behavior and can be a potential active layer in biocompatible temperature sensors. In addition to its medical, pharmaceutical, and food industry applications, in light of this study, propolis presents amazing optical and electrical properties and is a promising candidate for food packaging, optoelectronics, transparent electronics, and bioelectronics.
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