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View article: Preparation, Structural Characterization, and Slow-release Performance of Oyster Peptide Microcapsules
Preparation, Structural Characterization, and Slow-release Performance of Oyster Peptide Microcapsules Open
To maintain the stability of oyster peptides (OEH) and enhance their slow-release effect, oyster peptide microcapsules were prepared by ionotropic gelation method using oyster peptide as the core material and sodium alginate (SA) as the wa…
View article: High Hydrostatic Pressure Pretreatments Regulating Drying Characteristics, Texture Quality, and Pectin Fractions Content of Yam Slices
High Hydrostatic Pressure Pretreatments Regulating Drying Characteristics, Texture Quality, and Pectin Fractions Content of Yam Slices Open
In order to investigate the effects of high hydrostatic pressure (HHP) pretreatments on the drying characteristics and qualities of yam slices, HHP (100~600 MPa) pretreatments were employed prior to drying process. The drying characteristi…
View article: Effect of Combined Treatment of Cellulase and Superfine Grinding on the Physicochemical Properties of Whole Tartary Buckwheat Flour
Effect of Combined Treatment of Cellulase and Superfine Grinding on the Physicochemical Properties of Whole Tartary Buckwheat Flour Open
The effect of combined treatment of cellulase and superfine grinding on the physicochemical properties, including particle size analysis, content of damage starch, pasting properties, swelling power, solubility, and in vitro antioxidant pr…
View article: Study on Preparation and Performance of Biomass–Polyurethane Light Planting Substrate
Study on Preparation and Performance of Biomass–Polyurethane Light Planting Substrate Open
A biodegradable, lightweight substrate for facility-based stereoscopic planting was developed via a one-step polyurethane foaming process. The substrate was synthesized by incorporating a biomass mixture of bamboo charcoal and cassava flou…
View article: Three-Dimensional Printed Hybrid Scaffolds with Layered Polycaprolactone/Nanosized Smectic Clay Nanocomposite and Chitosan/Collagen/Demineralized Bone Powder Hydrogels Targeting Osteochondral Tissue Engineering
Three-Dimensional Printed Hybrid Scaffolds with Layered Polycaprolactone/Nanosized Smectic Clay Nanocomposite and Chitosan/Collagen/Demineralized Bone Powder Hydrogels Targeting Osteochondral Tissue Engineering Open
This study addresses the challenges of osteochondral tissue engineering by developing a hybrid scaffold with intercalated layers of poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) in combination with different concentrations of nanosized synthetic smectic clay…
View article: Multifunctional Carboxymethyl Chitosan/Sodium Alginate/Fucoidan Hydrogel as a Dressing for Hemostasis and Skin Wound Healing
Multifunctional Carboxymethyl Chitosan/Sodium Alginate/Fucoidan Hydrogel as a Dressing for Hemostasis and Skin Wound Healing Open
Wound healing is a complicated process that involves hemostasis, antibacterial defense, and tissue regeneration. Conventional treatment methods, such as surgical suturing, have inherent limitations, necessitating the exploration of new one…
View article: Physicochemical Characterization and Structural Tuning of PVA/CMC Composites Modified with Montmorillonite and Glycerol: Toward Sustainable Wound Dressings
Physicochemical Characterization and Structural Tuning of PVA/CMC Composites Modified with Montmorillonite and Glycerol: Toward Sustainable Wound Dressings Open
Current wound care still lacks multifunctional dressings capable of providing both structural support and controlled therapeutic activity. Developing such materials requires polymer matrices with tunable physicochemical properties, achieva…
View article: Study on Self-Healing and Sealing Technology of Fractured Geothermal Reservoir
Study on Self-Healing and Sealing Technology of Fractured Geothermal Reservoir Open
Geothermal energy, recognized as a sustainable and clean resource, is playing an increasingly critical role in the global shift toward low-carbon energy systems. Nevertheless, the exploitation of fractured geothermal reservoirs is often im…
View article: Rose Bengal-Incorporated Supramolecular Gels as a Topical Platform for Localized Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy
Rose Bengal-Incorporated Supramolecular Gels as a Topical Platform for Localized Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy Open
Efficient and localized singlet oxygen (SO) generation is essential for improving antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT). In this study, a bis-imidazolium-based amphiphilic gelator is used, which self-assembles into a supramolecular gel…
View article: Zero-waste valorization of figs in fresh pasta
Zero-waste valorization of figs in fresh pasta Open
The zero-waste concept was applied to figs to fortify fresh pasta, using pulp and peels as new ingredients. Two percentages of figs were used, identified as Low (17.55%) and High (20.43%). Technological quality, sensory properties, and fib…
View article: Ciprofloxacin Release Behaviour From Gamma-irradiated Dextran-poly(Ethylene Glycol) Diacrylate Hydrogel and Its Kinetic Fitting Models
Ciprofloxacin Release Behaviour From Gamma-irradiated Dextran-poly(Ethylene Glycol) Diacrylate Hydrogel and Its Kinetic Fitting Models Open
Currently, hydrogels prepared from naturally sourced polymers are frequently utilized as matrices in drug delivery systems, owing to their favorable interaction with biological environments and their ability to encapsulate therapeutic agen…
View article: Green Gamma-Irradiated Chitosan/PVA–Silver Hydrogel for Efficient Methylene Blue Removal
Green Gamma-Irradiated Chitosan/PVA–Silver Hydrogel for Efficient Methylene Blue Removal Open
In the context of increasing water pollution by organic dyes, the development of environmentally friendly materials with effective treatment capabilities is urgently needed. This study aimed to synthesize a biodegradable nAg-CS/PVA hydroge…
View article: Eco Composite Films from Pumpkin By-Products
Eco Composite Films from Pumpkin By-Products Open
The increasing concern over plastic pollution has driven the development of biodegradable alternative using natural and renewable resources. Pumpkin waste was processed into a film forming solution and combined with natural polymers to enh…
View article: Eco Composite Films from Pumpkin By-Products
Eco Composite Films from Pumpkin By-Products Open
The increasing concern over plastic pollution has driven the development of biodegradable alternative using natural and renewable resources. Pumpkin waste was processed into a film forming solution and combined with natural polym…
View article: 3D printable dual-sensing hydrogels with exceptional anti-swelling and toughness
3D printable dual-sensing hydrogels with exceptional anti-swelling and toughness Open
Three-dimensional (3D) printing has been serving the demand for high-precision, personalized, and integrated fabrication of sensory hydrogels for signal monitoring, soft robotics, and other applications. However, the 3D printed sensory hyd…
View article: Black Alder Properties After Thermal Modification in Closed Process Under Pressure in Nitrogen
Black Alder Properties After Thermal Modification in Closed Process Under Pressure in Nitrogen Open
This study examines the thermal modification (TM) of European black alder (Alnus glutinosa) wood boards measuring 1000 × 100 × 32 mm. The TM was carried out in a nitrogen atmosphere under an initial pressure of 4 bar at 160 °C for 60, 120,…
View article: Formulation and evaluation of chitosan-coated ketoconazole-loaded ethosomal gel by Box–Behnken design
Formulation and evaluation of chitosan-coated ketoconazole-loaded ethosomal gel by Box–Behnken design Open
The research work aimed to evaluate the chitosan-coated ketoconazole-loaded ethosomal gel using a Box–Behnken design approach to increase bioavailability and reduce dose-related toxicity. In the design of experiment (DoE)-based formulation…
View article: Enhanced Ocular Delivery of Epalrestat Using Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Laden Soft Contact Lens
Enhanced Ocular Delivery of Epalrestat Using Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Laden Soft Contact Lens Open
Background/Objectives: Epalrestat (EPL), an aldose reductase inhibitor, exhibits poor aqueous solubility and limited ocular bioavailability, which significantly restricts its therapeutic efficacy in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy. T…
View article: Unveiling the Compression Mechanical Properties of AMPS–APTAC–DMAAm Terpolymeric Hydrogels
Unveiling the Compression Mechanical Properties of AMPS–APTAC–DMAAm Terpolymeric Hydrogels Open
Polyampholyte hydrogels are promising for load-bearing biomedical applications, but the link between composition and compression behavior remains unclear. In this study, we investigate how initial monomer concentration and a neutral comono…
View article: Effect of Natural Pozzolan on the Stabilization of Two Swelling Soils from the Western Region of Algeria
Effect of Natural Pozzolan on the Stabilization of Two Swelling Soils from the Western Region of Algeria Open
In recent times, a large number of studies have been carried out on swelling soils. It has been revealed that the swelling phenomenon, which still remains uncontrollable, is causing major disorders in several civil engineering structures a…
View article: Rheological, mechanical, and cytotoxic properties of sustainable NR/glass fiber composites: prospects for advanced applications
Rheological, mechanical, and cytotoxic properties of sustainable NR/glass fiber composites: prospects for advanced applications Open
Glass fiber is an inorganic reinforcement material widely used in rubber-based technological products. This study investigates the properties of natural rubber/glass fiber composites, focusing on their potential to enhance mechanical perfo…
View article: Hypotension and antiphlogistic potential of empagliflozin ocular film: swelling and release kinetics
Hypotension and antiphlogistic potential of empagliflozin ocular film: swelling and release kinetics Open
Background and Purpose: Empagliflozin (EMP) is a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor used for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The danger of glaucoma in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients is known to be reduced using…
View article: Unusual Swelling Behavior of Hydrogels Modified with Spiropyran as Appendage or Crosslinker
Unusual Swelling Behavior of Hydrogels Modified with Spiropyran as Appendage or Crosslinker Open
Stimuli‐responsive materials typically contain responsive molecular units that couple an external trigger to a defined macroscale response. Ongoing efforts to boost the versatility and complexity of these responses increasingly focus on mu…
View article: Optimizing Gelatin Methacryloyl for Craniofacial Muscle Regeneration: Material Design and Application
Optimizing Gelatin Methacryloyl for Craniofacial Muscle Regeneration: Material Design and Application Open
Gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) hydrogels are widely used in tissue engineering because of their tunable mechanical and biological properties. However, many studies have arbitrarily selected key synthesis parameters, such as methacrylic anhyd…
View article: Derivatization of Lignin via Ternary Eutectic Solvent Systems for Enhanced Functionalities Hydrogel
Derivatization of Lignin via Ternary Eutectic Solvent Systems for Enhanced Functionalities Hydrogel Open
This study presents a novel structural modification strategy for lignin, utilizing a ternary eutectic solvent system (TESS), which induces targeted derivatization. The resulting lignin-based functional hydrogel (LBFH), prepared via rationa…
View article: Synthesis of a Stimulus-Sensitive Copolymer with Response to Temperature and pH in Silicone Catheters
Synthesis of a Stimulus-Sensitive Copolymer with Response to Temperature and pH in Silicone Catheters Open
This work aimed to synthesize a graft copolymer with temperature- and pH-responsive properties. The synthesis of SR-cat-g-(NVCL/NVIM) was carried out using the direct irradiation method with a 60Co gamma-ray source (Gammabeam 651 PT). The …
View article: Physiological swelling imaging in human calf under stocking compression by sparse Bayesian learning implemented into electrical impedance tomography (SBL-EIT)
Physiological swelling imaging in human calf under stocking compression by sparse Bayesian learning implemented into electrical impedance tomography (SBL-EIT) Open
Physiological swelling in human calf has been imaged under stocking compression by the sparse Bayesian learning implemented into electrical impedance tomography (SBL-EIT) to evaluate the in situ treatment effect of various compression pres…
View article: Thermoplastic Network Formation as a Method for Stabilizing Salt Hydrate Particles
Thermoplastic Network Formation as a Method for Stabilizing Salt Hydrate Particles Open
Thermochemical energy storage (TCES) utilizes chemical reactions to store thermal energy, offering a promising solution for efficient energy management. However, a significant challenge in application of TCES materials, particularly with c…
View article: Design and Evaluation of Ionically Crosslinked Multifunctional ELP-SA Composite Hydrogels for 3D Cell Culture
Design and Evaluation of Ionically Crosslinked Multifunctional ELP-SA Composite Hydrogels for 3D Cell Culture Open
Hydrogels are three-dimensional (3D) cross-linked polymeric networks that can absorb and retain substantial quantities of water or biological fluids. Their soft, hydrated nature and adjustable properties render them highly suitable for a r…
View article: Effect of Different Aqueous Solvents with and Without Solubilized Lignin on the Swelling Behavior of Holocellulose Fibers
Effect of Different Aqueous Solvents with and Without Solubilized Lignin on the Swelling Behavior of Holocellulose Fibers Open
The modification of lignocellulosic fibers through controlled swelling and impregnation plays a decisive role in tailoring their structure and reactivity for use in sustainable composite materials. In this study, holocellulose fibers were …