Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zeyu Luo, Liming Lian, Thiago Stocco, Jie Guo, Xuan Mei, Ling Cai, Syed Muntazir Andrabi, Yajuan Su, Guosheng Tang, Hossein Ravanbakhsh, Wanlu Li, Mian Wang, Xiao Kuang, Carlos Ezio Garciamendez-Mijares, Di Wang, Zongliang Wang, Junlong Liao, Maobin Xie, Jingwei Xie, Heemin Kang, Anderson Oliveira Lobo, Zongke Zhou, Yu Shrike Zhang
Summary: A cryo(bio)printing-based method is developed to fabricate shelf-ready, storable modules for scalable tissue assembly. The method involves assembling cryo(bio)printed modular scaffolds in their frozen state and subsequently bonding them together into an integral piece during the melting and photocrosslinking processes. This method overcomes the height limitation of cryo(bio)printing and allows the generation of tissue constructs of same or dissimilar materials for more precise treatment.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shenqiang Wang, Sheng Zhao, Jicheng Yu, Zhen Gu, Yuqi Zhang
Summary: 3D printing technology has great potential in the field of tissue engineering, allowing the fabrication of biomimetic tissue structures for personalized therapy of various diseases. This review introduces the recently developed 3D printing techniques and summarizes their applications in cartilage, bone, and osteochondral tissue regeneration.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhen Wang, Wasim Kapadia, Cuidi Li, Feng Lin, Ruben F. Pereira, Pedro L. Granja, Bruno Sarmento, Wenguo Cui
Summary: The human body is composed of four basic tissue types: epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous tissues, each consisting of cells with similar functions. Three-dimensional bioprinting, based on histological categories, is a versatile technology that can form functional organ structures simply. This technology shows remarkable regenerative power and novel breakthroughs in specific tissues like muscle and nerve tissues.
JOURNAL OF CONTROLLED RELEASE
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Assaf Shapira, Tal Dvir
Summary: 3D bioprinting is an emerging technology with great potential in tissue engineering. Despite challenges, innovative approaches and advanced technologies can address current issues and pave the way for future directions.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yongcong Fang, Yihan Guo, Mengke Ji, Binhan Li, Yujiang Guo, Jieming Zhu, Ting Zhang, Zhuo Xiong
Summary: A generalizable strategy has been developed to formulate a cell-laden biphasic bioink for 3D extrusion bioprinting, which combines microgels with excellent rheological properties for printing and a hydrogel precursor for structural stability. This approach enables the printing of complex structures with high fidelity and offers great mechanical tunability and hyperelasticity, allowing for the encapsulation of different cell types for creating a heterogeneous cellular microenvironment at microscale. The MB bioink shows promise for various biomedical applications such as tissue engineering and soft robotics.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Mani Diba, Gerry L. Koons, Matthew L. Bedell, Antonios G. Mikos
Summary: This study presents the 3D printing of novel biomaterial constructs with shape memory behavior using photo-reactive gelatin nanoparticles as colloidal building blocks. The UV-induced covalent interparticle crosslinks significantly enhance the mechanical properties of printed constructs and provide remarkable control over swelling, degradation, and biomolecule release behavior. These novel colloidal inks show great potential to serve as bio-inks for 3D printing of biomaterials with shape-morphing features in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine applications.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Eric Silberman, Hadas Oved, Michael Namestnikov, Assaf Shapira, Tal Dvir
Summary: This article presents a method for reinforcing an engineered cardiac tissue using induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and an extracellular matrix (ECM)-based hydrogel, which bridges the gap between the mechanical properties of natural and synthetic materials. The reinforcement is done post-fabrication and allows for the use of 3D-printing technology to create fully cellularized and vascularized cardiac tissues. The mechanical properties of the tissue are significantly increased through the deployment of a tissue-penetrating reinforcer during the maturation process in a soft hydrogel.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Xue Yang, Shuai Li, Ya Ren, Lei Qiang, Yihao Liu, Jinwu Wang, Kerong Dai
Summary: Three-dimensional printed hydrogel is a promising approach in cartilage tissue engineering due to its similarity to the extracellular matrix and its ability to fabricate 3D cell culture scaffolds. Various hydrogels, both natural and synthetic, have been tested for 3D printing in vitro articular cartilage tissues. The advancement in materials and printing techniques allows for the fabrication of delicate cartilage structures on multiple scales. Stimuli-responsive hydrogels and their application prospects in tissue engineering are also discussed in this review. The development of novel composite hydrogels that meet the requirements of native articular cartilage is crucial for further advancement in the field.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Keerti Jain, Rahul Shukla, Awesh Yadav, Rewati Raman Ujjwal, Swaran Jeet Singh Flora
Summary: Three-dimensional (3D) printing is advancing in the manufacturing of nanomedicines for personalized treatment, using a variety of natural biomaterials and engineered polymers. This technology has the potential to revolutionize biomedical applications and contribute to precision medicine.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Amber F. MacDonald, Meaghan E. Harley-Troxell, Steven D. Newby, Madhu S. Dhar
Summary: This article summarizes the application of graphene-based materials in tissue engineering, with a focus on bone tissue engineering. It discusses the need for developing 3D graphene scaffolds and introduces the current manufacturing techniques and limitations.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Seunghun S. Lee, Nicole Kleger, Gisela A. Kuhn, Helen Greutert, Xiaoyu Du, Thijs Smit, Andre R. Studart, Stephen J. Ferguson
Summary: Digital Light Processing is used to fabricate a hive-structured assemblable bespoke scaffold (HIVE) that can be manually assembled and customized for specific defect. It can be filled with different biological factors in different areas to provide site-specific treatments. Through in vitro and in vivo experiments, it has been shown to induce osteogenesis and angiogenesis in a controlled manner.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Pengfei Cai, Chunchun Li, Yangfan Ding, Hanting Lu, Xiao Yu, Jie Cui, Fan Yu, Hongsheng Wang, Jinglei Wu, Mohamed EL-Newehy, Meera Moydeen Abdulhameed, Liang Song, Xiumei Mo, Binbin Sun
Summary: This research introduces a novel method that combines electrospun nanofibers with 3D printing techniques to fabricate composite scaffolds for bone defect treatment. Compared to nanoparticle-reinforced scaffolds, these scaffolds infused with nanofibers exhibit superior mechanical attributes and bioactivity.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Vincent Fitzpatrick, Zaira Martin-Moldes, Anna Deck, Ruben Torres-Sanchez, Anne Valat, Dana Cairns, Chunmei Li, David L. Kaplan
Summary: The study aimed to use functionalized 3D-printed scaffolds for bone regeneration, incorporating silk-hydroxyapatite bone cements and various growth factors. Functionalities were assessed through cellular differentiation, migration, and proliferation, identifying synergistic effects among the growth factors.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Ming-Ze Du, Yun Dou, Li-Ya Ai, Tong Su, Zhen Zhang, You-Rong Chen, Dong Jiang
Summary: This article systematically summarizes the heterogeneity of menisci and the application of 3D printing technology in tissue-engineered menisci. The manufacturing techniques, biomaterial combinations, surface functionalization, growth factors, and bioreactors related to 3D-printed strategies are introduced, and a promising direction for future research is proposed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOPRINTING
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
Nikolaos Politakos
Summary: 3D printing is constantly evolving, with new materials and methods being discovered for continuous development. 4D printing, which involves materials that can react to environmental stimuli, has great potential. It is increasingly being used in various fields, such as drug delivery, tissue engineering, and synthetic organs.
Article
Polymer Science
Paola Campa-Siqueiros, Tomas Jesus Madera-Santana, Jesus Fernando Ayala-Zavala, Jaime Lopez-Cervantes, Maria Monica Castillo-Ortega, Pedro Jesus Herrera-Franco, Patricia Quintana-Owen
Summary: Co-electrospun nanofibers of chitosan, polyvinyl alcohol, and eugenol were prepared and characterized, with gelatin as the shell layer. The nanofibers showed good mechanical properties and antimicrobial activity, making them suitable for wound dressings.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Shohreh Fahimirad, Parastu Satei, Ali Ganji, Hamid Abtahi
Summary: In this study, copper nanoparticles were synthesized using C. officinalis flowers extract, and a bioactive nanofiber dressing was fabricated. The nanofiber dressing showed improved biological capabilities and physicochemical properties. Additionally, it demonstrated significant wound healing and antibacterial functions.
JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE-POLYMER EDITION
(2023)
Correction
Materials Science, Ceramics
Faik Nuzhet Oktar, Semra Unal, Oguzhan Gunduz, Besim Ben Nissan, Innocent J. Macha, Sibel Akyol, Liviu Duta, Nazmi Ekren, Eray Altan, Mehmet Yetmez
JOURNAL OF THE AUSTRALIAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Faik Nuzhet Oktar, Semra Unal, Oguzhan Gunduz, Besim Ben Nissan, Innocent J. Macha, Sibel Akyol, Liviu Duta, Nazmi Ekren, Eray Altan, Mehmet Yetmez
Summary: Bioceramics are a rapidly growing group of materials used in various medical fields. They are made from synthetic or natural sources, such as animal bones and marine materials. However, a comprehensive review on marine materials and their applications in medicine and ceramic science has not been reported yet.
JOURNAL OF THE AUSTRALIAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dilruba Baykara, Esra Pilavci, Sumeyye Cesur, Elif Ilhan, Songul Ulag, Mustafa Sengor, Ewa Kijenska-Gawronska, Oguzhan Gunduz
Summary: In this study, 13PVA/0.5GEL/GEN nanofibers were fabricated using polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), gelatin (GEL), and gentamicin (GEN) through electrospinning. The nanofibers were chemically crosslinked with glutaraldehyde (GA) at different time intervals to investigate the effect of crosslinking on their properties. Morphological analysis showed that increasing crosslinking time resulted in larger nanofiber diameters. Thermal characterization revealed noticeable shifts in the thermal points with different crosslinking times. Tensile testing demonstrated that crosslinking improved the mechanical strength of the nanofibers, while the release of GEN was not significantly affected by the crosslinking time.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Huseyin Erkus, Tuba Bedir, Elif Kaya, Gulgun Bosgelmez Tinaz, Oguzhan Gunduz, Mariana-Carmen Chifiriuc, Cem Bulent Ustundag
Summary: In this study, gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) microneedles loaded with amoxicillin (AMX) were developed using digital light processing (DLP) based 3D printing technology. The fabricated microneedles showed good mechanical properties and antimicrobial activity, suggesting their potential as a next-generation medical device for bacterial infection management.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mohamed A. Mohamady Hussein, Jose Manuel Olmos, Michal K. Pieranski, Mariusz Grinholc, Eva Miriam Buhl, Oguzhan Gunduz, Ahmed M. Youssef, Carlos M. Pereira, Ibrahim M. El-Sherbiny, Mosaad Megahed
Summary: The present study proposes two unique systems for combining Ag, chitosan (CS), and gallic acid (GA) into a single particulate nanostructure using free radical-induced grafting reactions. The grafting of GA into CS-AgNPs was confirmed, and the obtained hybrid NPs II showed lower toxicity, higher antioxidant, and antibacterial activity compared to other samples. The results suggest that grafting GA to CS-AgNPs is a unique process with potential future applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Edmilson Clarindo de Siqueira, Ebru Toksoy Oener
Summary: Levan is a homopolysaccharide of fructose that has diverse applications in health, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food industries. Efforts have been made to select levan-producing microorganisms, manipulate their genetics, and use inexpensive agro-industrial byproducts as substrates to make its production economically viable. The concomitant synthesis of levan with other high market value products, including fructooligosaccharides, ethanol, sorbitol, poly-epsilon-lysine, poly-gamma-glutamic acid, and polyhydroxyalkanoates, has been successfully demonstrated. This paper provides a systematic review of recent strategies involving the simultaneous synthesis of levan and other bioproducts, discussing the challenges and opportunities for large-scale production and applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Ece Guler, Ayse Nur Hazar-Yavuz, Esra Tatar, Mohammad Morid Haidari, Gul Sinemcan Ozcan, Gokhan Duruksu, Manuel Pedro F. Graca, Deepak M. Kalaskar, Oguzhan Gunduz, Muhammet Emin Cam
Summary: Empagliflozin (EM) was successfully loaded in PCL/PLA/PMMA fibers and showed improved insulin expression and glucose control in BRIN-BD11 cells. In vitro release testing demonstrated controlled drug release from the fibers, and pharmacokinetic analysis revealed enhanced bioavailability and sustained antidiabetic activity in rats. EMF treatment also increased GLP-1, PPAR-gamma, and insulin levels, while decreasing SGLT-2 and TNF-alpha levels. Histopathological changes were reversed and pancreatic beta-cells were protected in T2DM rats treated with EMF. Overall, EMF represents a novel and effective treatment approach for T2DM.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ella Peled, Selay Tornaci, Ivan Zlotver, Arita Dubnika, Ebru Toksoy Oner, Alejandro Sosnik
Summary: Based on stimuli in the biological milieu, macrophages can regulate their activation into pro-inflammatory or anti-inflammatory phenotypes. In this study, the interaction of Halomonas levan and its derivatives with human macrophages was investigated. The results show that Halomonas levans trigger a pro-inflammatory phenotype in macrophages, indicating their potential application in therapeutic interventions.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Dilruba Baykara, Esra Pilavci, Songul Ulag, Oseweuba Valentine Okoro, Lei Nie, Amin Shavandi, Ayse Ceren Koyuncu, Ozlem Bingol Ozakpinar, Mehmet Eroglu, Oguzhan Gunduz
Summary: The aim of this study was to develop a 3D-printed wound dressing that can release amoxicillin in response to electrical stimulation. This was achieved by incorporating bismuth ferrite nanoparticles into a chitosan-based scaffold. The results showed that the scaffold had a suitable structure for drug loading and release, and the release of amoxicillin was successfully controlled by electrical stimulation.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Muhammad Mujtaba, Qasid Ali, Bahar Akyuz Yilmaz, Mehmet Seckin Kurubas, Hayri Ustun, Mustafa Erkan, Murat Kaya, Mehmet Cicek, Ebru Toksoy Oner
Summary: In this study, biobased composite coatings composed of chitosan, mucilage, and levan were applied on sweet cherry fruits and tested for postharvest parameters in both market and cold storage conditions. The results showed that the shelf life of sweet cherries can be extended until the 30th day while maintaining important post-harvest properties. The cost-effectiveness of the polymers used indicates the feasibility of extending the shelf-life of sweet cherries on a larger scale.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hanife Yuksel Cakmak, Hasan Ege, Senanur Yilmaz, Gokhan Agturk, Fulya Dal Yontem, Gozde Enguven, Abdurrahman Sarmis, Zeren Cakmak, Oguzhan Gunduz, Zeynep Ruya Ege
Summary: The study investigated the wound healing and closure effect of Styrax liquidus (ST), extracted from Liquidambar orientalis Mill tree, loaded into 3D printed polylactic acid (PLA)/chitosan (CS) scaffolds. The morphological and chemical properties, as well as the mechanical and thermal properties of the ST loaded scaffolds, were analyzed. The antimicrobial activities of the scaffolds and their incubation media were tested on standard pathogenic bacteria. Cell viability and wound healing assays were conducted to evaluate the efficacy of the ST loaded scaffolds on human fibroblast cells.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Muhammet Sefa Izgordu, Musa Ayran, Songul Ulag, Ridvan Yildirim, Berrak Bulut, Ali Sahin, Mehmet Mucahit Guncu, Burak Aksu, Oguzhan Gunduz
Summary: This study investigates the fabrication of 3D-printed scaffolds using sodium alginate, gelatin-methacryloyl, and polyvinyl alcohol for skin tissue replacement. Gentamicin sulfate is added to the scaffolds to provide antibacterial activity, and the effect of GS amount on various properties is studied. The results demonstrate that GS addition enhances antibacterial activity and biocompatibility of the scaffolds.
MACROMOLECULAR MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Muge Koyun, Rabia Betul Sulutas, Yigit Turan, Hatice Karabulut, Armaghan Moradi, Huseyin Berkay Ozarici, Songul Ulag, Ali Sahin, Mehmet Mucait Guncu, Oguzhan Gunduz
Summary: The electrospinning technique was used to fabricate drug-loaded nanofibers with excellent properties. The addition of fluconazole improved the properties of the electrospun nanofibers. The nanofibers showed promising biocompatibility and antimicrobial properties.
EMERGENT MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Mustafa Kalay, Abidin Esidir, Mahmut Ruzi, N. Burak Kiremitler, Mustafa Serdar Onses
Summary: This study proposes stable and addressable polymer PUFs, utilizing a cross-linkable polymer system, which demonstrates high stochastic characteristics and low-cost production. The performance of the polymer features is evaluated through various analyses, and direct image authentication is achieved using feature matching algorithms.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Jingyu Jin, Guoqiang Lu, Jun Nie, Xiaoqun Zhu
Summary: Photopolymerization technology is limited in the fields of food packaging and biomedicine due to the high migration of small molecules from photoinitiators. In this study, a polymerizable 2-vinyl thioxanthone (ETX) was synthesized to improve the migration stability of photoinitiators. Macromolecular photoinitiators (PPI1, PPI2) were also prepared to further reduce migration. The results showed that the ETX/TEOA system had higher initiation performance and PPI2 displayed favorable initiation ability. Additionally, the migration of ETX, PPI1, and PPI2 in photocured film was significantly reduced. These low-migration photoinitiators have potential applications in the fields of food packaging and biological materials.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Weijie Li, Jun Nie, Yingying Zhao, Xiaoqun Zhu
Summary: This study focuses on the development of high-performance, low-migration photoinitiators. A polymerizable photoinitiator (VBP) was synthesized by introducing an ethylene group into benzophenone, and three different molecular weight single-component photoinitiators (PVBN1-3) were synthesized based on VBP. The results show that these new photoinitiators have stronger absorption ability compared to benzophenone and significantly reduce the migration of initiators and co-initiators, addressing the safety concerns caused by migration.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Seira Morimune-Moriya, Yuki Iwahashi, Mitsuru Nakamura, Daisuke Ogawa, Keiji Nakamura
Summary: This study investigates the effect of plasma treatment on carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and the structure/properties of polyimide (PI) nanocomposites with ultra-low content of CNTs. The results show that plasma treatment introduces isocyanate groups on the surface of CNTs and enhances the interfacial interaction between PI and treated CNTs. This leads to a significant improvement in the mechanical properties of the nanocomposites, with even a small addition of treated CNTs showing a substantial increase in Young's modulus, tensile strength and toughness.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Yuanlong Li, Chaojie Chen, Guoqing Cui, Li Liu, Chao Zhou, Guangfeng Wu
Summary: In this study, a novel ion-conducting hydrogel was fabricated using a straightforward approach. The hydrogel showed excellent tensile properties and high toughness due to physical interactions and covalent binding. Additionally, the introduction of hydroxyethyl cellulose and lithium chloride improved the biocompatibility, mechanical properties, electrical conductivity, and frost resistance of the hydrogel, demonstrating its potential for cold climate applications.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Dengwei Yan, Jinxian Yang, Xuejun Pan, Xiaozheng Duan, Lianwei Li, Mo Zhu
Summary: The influence of backbone length on grafting efficiency during the graft-onto reaction process was investigated. It was found that the polydispersity effect of backbone length does not affect the final grafting efficiency, indicating that the local dynamics of chain segments dominate the graft-onto process.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Zhaoyi Luo, Xianjie Pan, Fanqi Liu, Quanxi Yi, Yanning Zeng, Yunhua Chen, Chaoyang Wang
Summary: This study provides a method to prepare high-performance epoxy materials with good malleability and thermal stability. The materials have self-healing and welding capabilities, thanks to the addition of specific chemical bonds and network structures. They exhibit mechanical properties comparable to commercial epoxy resins and show great potential for sustainable industrial development.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Chaoji Xiong, Hao Wang, Lihua Deng, Kun Liang, Chunhua Wu, Wei Wu, Qian Chen
Summary: In this study, four polyamides were synthesized and their adsorption performances for Hg2+ in aqueous systems were investigated. The polyamides exhibited high adsorption capacities and excellent reusability, with the involvement of sulfur, nitrogen, and oxygen in the chemical adsorption process of Hg2+.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Siim Laanesoo, Olivier Bonjour, Rauno Sedrik, Iris Tamsalu, Patric Jannasch, Lauri Vares
Summary: The insertion of rigid aliphatic or aromatic building blocks in polymer structures is an effective way to synthesize high -Tg polymer materials. In this study, a series of isosorbide-2-aryl carboxylate-5-methacrylate monomers (ArIMAs) were synthesized by functionalizing isosorbide 5-methacrylate with various aromatic lignin-inspired esters. These monomers were polymerized to obtain high molecular-weight poly(aryl carboxylate isosorbide methacrylates) (PArIMAs). The resulting polymers showed high glass transition temperatures and thermal stability, making them suitable for use as high-performance plastics and coatings.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Yuqian Wu, Weijie Xu, Jianliang Li, Zhangfeng Zhong, Liqing Huang, Shengke Li, Huaping Tan
Summary: This study investigates the improvement of degradation and drug release characteristics of dynamic Schiff base-mediated natural polysaccharide hydrogels using tannic acid (TA), leading to enhanced stability and functionality.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Xi Zhang, Xiangli Kong, Xin Zhou, Yiyan Gao, Yibo Sun, Guanghui Gao, Wei Liu, Kai Shi
Summary: Conductive hydrogels have great development prospects in flexible strain sensors, but long-term direct contact with human skin can cause bacterial infection. A hydrogel with antibacterial, biocompatibility, and toughness was designed and manufactured using a freeze-thaw method. The hydrogel maintains tensile properties and fatigue resistance at low temperatures and is resistant to bacteria. Therefore, hydrogel sensors can be used to monitor human movements.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Wei Zhang, Jiangang Yu, Mingyang Wu, Rui Li, Anqiang Zhang, Yaling Lin
Summary: In this study, polyacrylamide containing quaternary ammonium salts (PAM-X) were synthesized and found to effectively inhibit soil-borne pathogenic fungi while maintaining the balance of microbial population in soil. PAM-X also showed low toxicity to earthworms and fish, providing a new method for the prevention and control of soil-borne fungal diseases.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Jiawen He, Haojie Yu, Li Wang, Jian Yang, Yanhui Zhang, Wenbing Huang, Chenguang Ouyang
Summary: This review discusses the use of polymeric hydrogels for atmospheric water harvesting (AWH), including the mechanism of water sorption, fabrication methods, and strategies for optimizing the structure of hydrogels. The extended applications of hygroscopic photothermal hydrogels, such as agricultural irrigation and dehumidification, are also explored. The challenges and prospects of using polymeric hydrogels for AWH are summarized.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Ying Du, Shuaishuai Lu, Yuanna Sun, Qingshan Li, Xinhai He
Summary: This study introduces a method to improve the performance of hydrogels by incorporating proline, resulting in hydrogels with excellent stretchability, high conductivity, and long-term stability. The hydrogel remains flexible and conductive even at ultra-low temperatures.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
