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Crystallography
Hoang Thi Phuong, Nguyen Kim Thoa, Phung Thi Anh Tuyet, Quyen Nguyen Van, Yen Dao Hai
Summary: Cellulose nanomaterials (CNs) are renewable, bio-derived materials with unique properties that can address technological challenges and social impacts. Recent developments have shown that CNs can be used as adsorbents and antimicrobial materials, with promising applications.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Snehasish Mishra, Puneet Kumar Singh, Ritesh Pattnaik, Subrat Kumar, Sanjay Kumar Ojha, Haragobinda Srichandan, Pankaj Kumar Parhi, Rajesh Kumar Jyothi, Prakash Kumar Sarangi
Summary: Cellulose nanocomposites have huge potential in the fields of medicine and environment. However, there is still uncertainty regarding the molecular synthesis of cellulose and the arrangement of cellulose fibrils. Further research is needed to understand nanocellulose dispersion, fibrillar network disintegration, and the organic/polymer chemistry. The bacterial cellulose biosynthesis mechanism and the use of low-cost substrates for its production are also areas that require more investigation.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tuyet Phung Thi Anh, Toan Viet Nguyen, Phuong Thi Hoang, Phuong Vu Thi, Thoa Nguyen Kim, Quyen Nguyen Van, Chien Nguyen Van, Yen Dao Hai
Summary: This study successfully extracted cellulose nanomaterials from dragon fruit foliage, producing CNs with small diameter and length, high crystallinity and -COOH content, as well as good thermal stability and high Cu(II) adsorption capacity. The findings demonstrate the great potential of converting agricultural cellulosic wastes into valuable CNs.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Motoyoshi Kobayashi, Yusuke Sato, Takuya Sugimoto
Summary: Understanding the rheological properties of cellulose nanomaterial dispersions is important for both scientific research and industrial applications. This study investigated the effect of aggregation-dispersion of cellulose nanofiber (CNF) on the sol-gel state of aqueous CNF suspensions. Experimental results showed that the gel state was observed at KCl concentrations between 20 to 100 mM, depending on pH, while the sol state was observed at higher or lower KCl concentrations. The boundaries between the gel and sol states were discussed using the angle-dependent DLVO theory, suggesting that aggregation at orientation angles of 45 to 90 degrees allows the formation of a gel in semi-dilute CNF suspensions.
COLLOID AND POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rekha Goswami, Simranjeet Singh, Pavithra Narasimhappa, Praveen C. Ramamurthy, Abhilasha Mishra, Pawan Kumar Mishra, Harish Chandra Joshi, Gaurav Pant, Joginder Singh, Gaurav Kumar, Nadeem A. Khan, Mahmood Yousefi
Summary: This review discusses the application of nanocellulose materials in water remediation. Nanocellulose materials are characterized by their lightweight, cost-effectiveness, mechanical strength, and easy availability, making them suitable for removing various pollutants.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Qianqian Wang, Simeng Liu, Jun Liu, Jianzhong Sun, Zhen Zhang, Qianqian Zhu
Summary: CNMs membranes, as a novel membrane material based on green resources and sustainable processes, have great potential in environmental remediation. Understanding the interactions between CNMs and different substances, as well as their selective transport mechanisms in membrane separation processes, is crucial for their practical applications.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Sagnite Ventura-Cruz, Alberto Tecante
Summary: This article reviews the characteristics of nanocellulose and microcrystalline cellulose extracted from lignocellulosic residues, along with the main extraction methods and their contributions to the properties of composite films.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
M. B. Noremylia, Mohamad Zaki Hassan, Zarini Ismail
Summary: The emergence of nanocellulose from various natural resources has attracted significant interest as a promising nanomaterial. This review discusses the three main types of nanocellulose, their preparation techniques, surface modification methods, and provides insights into the applications, challenges, and future directions in nanocellulose research.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ngo Anh Dao Ho, C. P. Leo
Summary: This review summarizes the recent applications of cellulose and cellulose derivatives as CO2 adsorbents and membranes. Nanocellulose materials such as cellulose nanofibrils and nanocrystals exhibit large surface areas and hydroxyl groups, enabling them to be effective in CO2 separation. By incorporating inorganic fillers, the CO2 adsorption performance can be further enhanced.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bruno Las-Casas, Isabella K. R. Dias, Sergio Luis Yupanqui-Mendoza, Barbara Pereira, Guilherme R. Costa, Orlando J. Rojas, Valdeir Arantes
Summary: This article summarizes the unique properties and environmental benefits of cellulose nanomaterials (CNs), with a focus on cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs) and nanocrystals (CNCs), which are the most extensively researched types of CNs. The authors propose hybrid cellulose nanomaterials (HCNs) as the standardized classification for these materials and comprehensively examine their potential and performance in various applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Nur Atirah Afifah Sezali, Hui Lin Ong, Nora Jullok, Al Rey Villagracia, Ruey-An Doong
Summary: Commercially available supercapacitors have limited advantages compared to other energy storage devices, but overcoming challenges is possible. Nanocellulose sourced from waste or biomass is a promising candidate for creating high-performance supercapacitors. This approach helps improve the circular economy and supports environmental sustainability.
MACROMOLECULAR MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Mehmet Emin Pasaoglu, Ismail Koyuncu
Summary: Engineered composites commonly use fibrous reinforcing materials such as carbon fiber and glass fiber, but there is growing interest in biobased materials like plant fibers. Nanocelluloses, projected to be cheaper and potentially produce in great quantities, have garnered particular interest recently.
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Yanxue Si, Qianqian Lin, Fengshan Zhou, Jianrong Qing, Huize Luo, Chunliang Zhang, Juan Zhang, Ruitao Cha
Summary: Nanocellulose (NC) has garnered significant attention as a green packaging material for its ability to protect food from pathogens and biodegrade after disposal. This review explores various methods of preparing NC-based films, including layer by layer assembly, electrospinning, coating, extrusion, casting, vacuum filtration, and immersion. The article summarizes the interaction between microorganisms and NC, focusing on the impact of NC on microbial adhesion and the influence of microorganisms on the degradation of NC-based films. The challenges of NC in packaging, such as hydrophobicity, antibacterial properties, and industrialization are discussed, along with future perspectives for NC-based films as packaging materials.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Review
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Navinchandra V. Puppala, Purnima Doddipatla, Gireesha Mohannath
Summary: This article focuses on the potential of nanocellulose in enhancing targeted intracellular drug delivery. It discusses the delivery of different therapeutic molecules using nanocellulose and various methods of extracting or synthesizing nanocellulose. The factors affecting intracellular drug delivery, such as size, shape, surface charge, and hydrophilicity, are also explored. The article concludes by addressing the current limitations and future prospects of nanocellulose in drug delivery.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
H. K. Pradeep, Dipti H. Patel, H. S. Onkarappa, C. C. Pratiksha, G. D. Prasanna
Summary: Lignocellulosic biomass from agricultural residues has the potential to replace synthetic polymeric materials. Nanocellulose, obtained from cellulose, has various applications in the biomedical field due to its properties and biocompatibility. It can be used in drug delivery systems, wound healing materials, and tissue engineering, among others.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)