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View article: Surface-immobilized fibronectin conformation influences synovial fluid adsorption and film formation
Surface-immobilized fibronectin conformation influences synovial fluid adsorption and film formation Open
The articular cartilage extracellular matrix (ECM) is a complex network of biomolecules that includes fibronectin (FN). FN acts as an extracellular glue, controlling the assembly of other macromolecular constituents to the ECM. However, ho…
View article: Modification of cellulose nanocrystals with epoxidized canola oil for enhancing interfacial compatibility with poly(lactic acid)
Modification of cellulose nanocrystals with epoxidized canola oil for enhancing interfacial compatibility with poly(lactic acid) Open
Herein, we investigate a sustainable hydrophobic modification of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) with epoxidized canola oil (ECO) via an oxirane ring-opening reaction, in order to improve compatibility with poly(lactic acid) (PLA). The modif…
View article: Periodic feature characterization in nanostructured surfaces and emulsions
Periodic feature characterization in nanostructured surfaces and emulsions Open
Understanding structure-function relationships is essential to advance the manufacturing of next-gen materials with desired properties and functionalities. Precise and rapid measurement of features like wrinkle size, droplet diameter, and …
View article: Surface-immobilized fibronectin conformation influences synovial fluid adsorption and film formation
Surface-immobilized fibronectin conformation influences synovial fluid adsorption and film formation Open
The articular cartilage extracellular matrix (ECM) is a complex network of biomolecules that includes fibronectin (FN). FN acts as an extracellular glue, controlling the assembly of other macromolecular constituents to the ECM. However, ho…
View article: Bioinks from All‐Natural Pickering Emulgels Co‐Stabilized by Cationic CNC and Inclusion Complexes Formed by α‐Cyclodextrin
Bioinks from All‐Natural Pickering Emulgels Co‐Stabilized by Cationic CNC and Inclusion Complexes Formed by α‐Cyclodextrin Open
Direct ink writing is especially relevant to the biomedical field due to the customizable extrusion and the possibility of creating pre‐designed architectures. Abundant natural polymers are sustainable and biocompatible alternatives to syn…
View article: Chiral nematic cellulose nanocrystal composites: An organized review
Chiral nematic cellulose nanocrystal composites: An organized review Open
Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) are commercially available materials derived from cellulose, the most abundant biopolymer on our planet. Due largely to their high strength, high surface area‐to‐volume ratio, tailorable surface chemistry, and…
View article: Compatibilization of PLA/PBAT blends with epoxidized canola oil for 3D printing applications
Compatibilization of PLA/PBAT blends with epoxidized canola oil for 3D printing applications Open
This article outlines an environmentally friendly strategy for producing toughened and compatibilized PLA/PBAT blends, using epoxidized canola oil. Additionally, it explores the potential of these blends for use in 3D printing.
View article: Biotechnological development of Trichoderma-based formulations for biological control
Biotechnological development of Trichoderma-based formulations for biological control Open
Trichoderma spp. are a genus of well-known fungi that promote healthy growth and modulate different functions in plants, as well as protect against various plant pathogens. The application of Trichoderma and its propagules as a biological …
View article: 2D foam film coating of antimicrobial lysozyme amyloid fibrils onto cellulose nanopapers
2D foam film coating of antimicrobial lysozyme amyloid fibrils onto cellulose nanopapers Open
The 2D lysozyme amyloid foam coating method can be used to deposit a 30 nanometer thick layer onto cellulose nanopapers introducing antimicrobial functionality.
View article: Nanocellulose aerogels as 3D amyloid templates
Nanocellulose aerogels as 3D amyloid templates Open
Nanocellulose aerogels induce and accelerate HEWL aggregation, forming β-sheet rich amyloid-like ‘worms’.
View article: Biohybrid Nanocellulose–Lysozyme Amyloid Aerogels via Electrostatic Complexation
Biohybrid Nanocellulose–Lysozyme Amyloid Aerogels via Electrostatic Complexation Open
Modern science is increasingly turning to nature for inspiration to design sustainable biomaterials in a smart and effective way. Herein, we describe biohybrid aerogels based on electrostatic complexation between cellulose and proteins-two…
View article: Nanocellulose: Functional Materials from Nanocellulose: Utilizing Structure–Property Relationships in Bottom‐Up Fabrication (Adv. Mater. 28/2021)
Nanocellulose: Functional Materials from Nanocellulose: Utilizing Structure–Property Relationships in Bottom‐Up Fabrication (Adv. Mater. 28/2021) Open
Mimicking the hierarchical structures found in nature is of high interest for materials scientists and engineers alike. As a natural and sustainable building block, nanocellulose has emerged as an advanced material for the bottom-up fabric…
View article: Chitin–amyloid synergism and their use as sustainable structural adhesives
Chitin–amyloid synergism and their use as sustainable structural adhesives Open
Chitin, lysozyme, and lysozyme amyloids are evaluated as single-component and composite structural adhesives. A high shear strength is observed for chitin and lysozyme, which can be further improved by at least 25% upon compositing.
View article: Functional Materials from Nanocellulose: Utilizing Structure–Property Relationships in Bottom‐Up Fabrication
Functional Materials from Nanocellulose: Utilizing Structure–Property Relationships in Bottom‐Up Fabrication Open
It is inherently challenging to recapitulate the precise hierarchical architectures found throughout nature (such as in wood, antler, bone, and silk) using synthetic bottom‐up fabrication strategies. However, as a renewable and naturally s…
View article: Macroporous Hydrogels: Structured Macroporous Hydrogels: Progress, Challenges, and Opportunities (Adv. Healthcare Mater. 1/2018)
Macroporous Hydrogels: Structured Macroporous Hydrogels: Progress, Challenges, and Opportunities (Adv. Healthcare Mater. 1/2018) Open
Structured macroporous hydrogels offer both the swelling and interfacial properties of bulk hydrogels as well as the transport properties of “hard” macroporous materials, making these networks intriguing for many biomedical applications. I…
View article: Injectable Anisotropic Nanocomposite Hydrogels Direct in Situ Growth and Alignment of Myotubes
Injectable Anisotropic Nanocomposite Hydrogels Direct in Situ Growth and Alignment of Myotubes Open
While injectable in situ cross-linking hydrogels have attracted increasing attention as minimally invasive tissue scaffolds and controlled delivery systems, their inherently disorganized and isotropic network structure limits their utility…
View article: Cooperative Ordering and Kinetics of Cellulose Nanocrystal Alignment in a Magnetic Field
Cooperative Ordering and Kinetics of Cellulose Nanocrystal Alignment in a Magnetic Field Open
Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) are emerging nanomaterials that form chiral nematic liquid crystals above a critical concentration (C*) and additionally orient within electromagnetic fields. The control over CNC alignment is significant for …
View article: Enhanced Mechanical Properties in Cellulose Nanocrystal–Poly(oligoethylene glycol methacrylate) Injectable Nanocomposite Hydrogels through Control of Physical and Chemical Cross-Linking
Enhanced Mechanical Properties in Cellulose Nanocrystal–Poly(oligoethylene glycol methacrylate) Injectable Nanocomposite Hydrogels through Control of Physical and Chemical Cross-Linking Open
While injectable hydrogels have several advantages in the context of biomedical use, their generally weak mechanical properties often limit their applications. Herein, we describe in situ-gelling nanocomposite hydrogels based on poly(oligo…