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View article: A Review of Sterilization Methods and Their Commercial Impacts on Polysaccharide-Based Biomaterials
A Review of Sterilization Methods and Their Commercial Impacts on Polysaccharide-Based Biomaterials Open
The most significant barrier against biopolymers’ commercialization is their sensitivity to external factors and poor material properties. In recent years, significant progress has been made to enhance these materials so that they are able…
View article: Effect of Screw Configuration on the Recyclability of Natural Fiber-Based Composites
Effect of Screw Configuration on the Recyclability of Natural Fiber-Based Composites Open
The burgeoning crisis of plastic waste accumulation necessitates innovative approaches towards sustainable packaging solutions. Polylactic acid (PLA), a leading biopolymer, emerges as a promising candidate in this realm, especially for env…
View article: Evaluating Polylactic Acid and Basalt Fibre Composites as a Potential Bioabsorbable Stent Material
Evaluating Polylactic Acid and Basalt Fibre Composites as a Potential Bioabsorbable Stent Material Open
Bioabsorbable polymer stents (BPSs) were developed to address the long-term clinical drawbacks associated with permanent metallic stents by gradually dissolving over time before these drawbacks have time to develop. However, the polymers u…
View article: A Review of Sterilization Methods and Their Commercial Impacts on Polysaccharide-Based Biomaterials
A Review of Sterilization Methods and Their Commercial Impacts on Polysaccharide-Based Biomaterials Open
Biopolymers’ most significant barrier to commercialisation is their sensitivity to external factors and poor material properties. In recent years significant progress has been made to enhance these materials so that they are able to provid…
View article: Progress in the Biomedical Application of Biopolymers: An Overview of the Status Quo and Outlook in Managing Intrauterine Adhesions
Progress in the Biomedical Application of Biopolymers: An Overview of the Status Quo and Outlook in Managing Intrauterine Adhesions Open
Advancements in material science have made biopolymers a reliable solution in treating diseases for which there were no effective treatments. Intrauterine adhesions (IUAs) are the second leading cause of secondary infertility among women o…
View article: UV-Induced Aging in Thermochromic Pigment-Integrated Food-Grade Polymers: A Performance Assessment
UV-Induced Aging in Thermochromic Pigment-Integrated Food-Grade Polymers: A Performance Assessment Open
Food contact polymers require thermochromic pigments to provide temperature-sensitive visual cues for consumer safety and product integrity. However, their susceptibility to ultraviolet (UV) degradation limits long-term application. This s…
View article: Evaluating the Chemical Resistance and Performance of Thermochromic Polymers for Food Packaging
Evaluating the Chemical Resistance and Performance of Thermochromic Polymers for Food Packaging Open
The use of thermochromic pigments in food packaging offers several advantages, including improved food safety, waste reduction, and temperature change monitoring. However, little is known about how chemically resilient these materials are,…
View article: UV-Induced Aging in Thermochromic Pigment-Integrated Food-Grade Polymers: A Performance Assessment
UV-Induced Aging in Thermochromic Pigment-Integrated Food-Grade Polymers: A Performance Assessment Open
Food-contact polymers require thermochromic pigments to provide temperature-sensitive visual cues for consumer safety and product integrity. However, their susceptibility to ultraviolet (UV) degradation limits long-term application. This s…
View article: Towards Sustainable Food Packaging: Mechanical Recycling Effects on Thermochromic Polymers Performance
Towards Sustainable Food Packaging: Mechanical Recycling Effects on Thermochromic Polymers Performance Open
Integrating thermochromic pigments (TPs) into food packaging offers significant benefits for monitoring temperature variations, improving food safety, and reducing waste. However, the recyclability of such materials remains underexplored, …
View article: Evaluating the Chemical Resistance and Performance of Thermochromic Polymers for Food Packaging
Evaluating the Chemical Resistance and Performance of Thermochromic Polymers for Food Packaging Open
The use of thermochromic pigments in food packaging offers several advantages, including improved food safety, waste reduction, and temperature change monitoring. However, little is known about how chemically resilient these materials are,…
View article: Progress in the Biomedical Application of Biopolymers: An Overview of the Status quo and Outlook in Managing Intrauterine Adhesions
Progress in the Biomedical Application of Biopolymers: An Overview of the Status quo and Outlook in Managing Intrauterine Adhesions Open
Advancements in material science have made biopolymers a reliable solution in treating diseases for which there were previously no effective treatments. Intrauterine adhe-sions (IUAs) are the second leading cause of infertility among women…
View article: Towards Sustainable Food Packaging: Mechanical Recycling Effects on Thermochromic Polymers Performance
Towards Sustainable Food Packaging: Mechanical Recycling Effects on Thermochromic Polymers Performance Open
Integrating thermochromic pigments (TP) into food packaging offers significant benefits for monitoring temperature variations, improving food safety, and reducing waste. However, the recyclability of such materials remains underexplored, p…
View article: Co-Optimization of Mechanical Properties and Radiopacity Through Radiopaque Filler Incorporation for Medical Tubing Applications
Co-Optimization of Mechanical Properties and Radiopacity Through Radiopaque Filler Incorporation for Medical Tubing Applications Open
Medical tubing, particularly cardiovascular tubing, is a critical area of research where continuous improvements are necessary to advance medical devices and improve patient care. While polymers are fundamental for these applications, on t…
View article: Thermochromic Polymers in Food Packaging: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Patent Landscape Analysis
Thermochromic Polymers in Food Packaging: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Patent Landscape Analysis Open
This study addresses the gap in research on the application of thermochromic polymers (TPs) in food packaging and their potential for real-time temperature monitoring, aiding in the assessment of food quality and shelf-life. TPs exhibit a …
View article: Co-optimisation of Mechanical Properties and Radiopacity through Radiopaque Filler Incorporation for Medical Tubing Applications
Co-optimisation of Mechanical Properties and Radiopacity through Radiopaque Filler Incorporation for Medical Tubing Applications Open
The objective of this research project was to evaluate the effects of the addition of inorganic fillers into PEBA at various loading levels on the processing, mechanical, thermal and physical properties of the polymer. The composites inves…
View article: Thermochromic Polymers in Food Packaging: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Patent Landscape Analysis
Thermochromic Polymers in Food Packaging: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Patent Landscape Analysis Open
This study addresses the gap in research on the application of thermochromic polymers (TPs) in food packaging and their potential for real-time temperature monitoring, aiding in the assessment of food quality and shelf-life. TPs exhibit a …
View article: Ocean Plastics: Extraction, Characterization and Utilization of Macroalgae Biopolymers for Packaging Applications
Ocean Plastics: Extraction, Characterization and Utilization of Macroalgae Biopolymers for Packaging Applications Open
This review details the extraction, characterization and utilization of seaweed-derived biopolymers for future packaging applications. The review is contextualized within the broader scope of the challenge of plastic pollution and the curr…
View article: The Development of a Biomimetic Model of Bacteria Migration on Indwelling Urinary Catheter Surfaces
The Development of a Biomimetic Model of Bacteria Migration on Indwelling Urinary Catheter Surfaces Open
The aim of this study was to develop a novel biomimetic in vitro extraluminal migration model to observe the migration of bacteria along indwelling urinary catheters within the urethra and assess the efficacy of a prototype chlorhexidine d…
View article: Ocean Plastics: Extraction, Characterisation and Utilisation of Macroalgae Biopolymers for Packaging Applications
Ocean Plastics: Extraction, Characterisation and Utilisation of Macroalgae Biopolymers for Packaging Applications Open
This review details the extraction, characterization and utilization of seaweed-derived biopolymers for future packaging applications. The review is contextualized within the broader scope of the challenge of plastic pollution and the curr…
View article: Synthesis and Characterisation of 4D-Printed NVCL-co-DEGDA Resin Using Stereolithography 3D Printing
Synthesis and Characterisation of 4D-Printed NVCL-co-DEGDA Resin Using Stereolithography 3D Printing Open
The design and manufacturing of objects in various industries have been fundamentally altered by the introduction of D-dimensional (3D) and four-dimensional (4D) printing technologies. Four-dimensional printing, a relatively new technique,…
View article: Synthesis and Characterisation of Hydrogels Based on Poly (N-Vinylcaprolactam) with Diethylene Glycol Diacrylate
Synthesis and Characterisation of Hydrogels Based on Poly (N-Vinylcaprolactam) with Diethylene Glycol Diacrylate Open
Poly (N-vinylcaprolactam) is a polymer that is biocompatible, water-soluble, thermally sensitive, non-toxic, and nonionic. In this study, the preparation of hydrogels based on Poly (N-vinylcaprolactam) with diethylene glycol diacrylate is …
View article: Effect of Mechanical Recycling on the Mechanical Properties of PLA-Based Natural Fiber-Reinforced Composites
Effect of Mechanical Recycling on the Mechanical Properties of PLA-Based Natural Fiber-Reinforced Composites Open
The present study investigates the feasibility of utilizing polylactic acid (PLA) and PLA-based natural fiber-reinforced composites (NFRCs) in mechanical recycling. A conical twin screw extrusion (CTSE) process was utilized to recycle PLA …
View article: Modulation of the Lower Critical Solution Temperature of Thermoresponsive Poly(N-vinylcaprolactam) Utilizing Hydrophilic and Hydrophobic Monomers
Modulation of the Lower Critical Solution Temperature of Thermoresponsive Poly(N-vinylcaprolactam) Utilizing Hydrophilic and Hydrophobic Monomers Open
Four-dimensional printing is primarily based on the concept of 3D printing technology. However, it requires additional stimulus and stimulus-responsive materials. Poly-N-vinylcaprolactam is a temperature-sensitive polymer. Unique character…
View article: Micro-Injection Moulding of PEO/PCL Blend–Based Matrices for Extended Oral Delivery of Fenbendazole
Micro-Injection Moulding of PEO/PCL Blend–Based Matrices for Extended Oral Delivery of Fenbendazole Open
Fenbendazole (FBZ) is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic administered orally to ruminants; nevertheless, its poor water solubility has been the main limitation to reaching satisfactory and sustained levels at the site of the target parasites. H…
View article: Compatibility Study between Fenbendazole and Polymeric Excipients Used in Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms Using Thermal and Non-Thermal Analytical Techniques
Compatibility Study between Fenbendazole and Polymeric Excipients Used in Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms Using Thermal and Non-Thermal Analytical Techniques Open
The body of work described in this research paper evaluates the compatibility between Fenbendazole (Fen), which is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic with promising antitumor activity, and three polymeric excipients commonly applied in pharmace…
View article: Formulation and Evaluation of Fenbendazole Extended-Release Extrudes Processed by Hot-Melt Extrusion
Formulation and Evaluation of Fenbendazole Extended-Release Extrudes Processed by Hot-Melt Extrusion Open
This study aimed to demonstrate the feasibility of hot-melt extrusion in the development of extended-release formulations of Fenbendazole (Fen) dispersed in PEO/PCL blend-based matrices. Their thermal, physical, chemical and viscosity prop…