Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Manoj Kumar Dhal, Kshitij Madhu, Arnab Banerjee, Varatharajan Prasannavenkadesan, Amit Kumar, Vimal Katiyar
Summary: The major drawback of petroleum-based polymer products is pollution, but biodegradable polymers and biocomposites have the potential to replace them in specific applications. In this study, sawdust reinforced PLA/PCL biocomposites were developed and evaluated. The results showed that the addition of sawdust significantly affected the mechanical and thermal properties of the composites, with the best performance observed in the composite with 30% sawdust concentration.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yue Zhu, Jiaming Yang, Feng Mei, Xiaohong Li, Chen Zhao
Summary: This review provides a detailed discussion on the new bio-based methods for the synthesis of 1,4-butanediol (1,4-BDO) and tetrahydrofuran (THF), as well as the competitiveness and environmental friendliness of these methods in the future post-petroleum era.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Chaoba Lin, Fuying Zhang, Lulu Sun, Zengxing Zhou, Rui Chen, Xuezhu Zhu
Summary: The study investigated the effects of dicarboxylic acids on the biodegradation of pyrene by endophytic bacteria in crops. The results showed that dicarboxylic acids improved the degradation of pyrene and altered the expression of functional genes. Malonic acid and succinic acid significantly stimulated the activity of degrading enzymes and affected the gene expression differently in the bacteria.
APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rajendran Nandhini, Baskaran Sivaprakash, Natarajan Rajamohan, Dai-Viet N. Vo
Summary: Sustainable bioplastics derived from biomass are being developed as a solution to global warming and plastic pollution. The production of biopolymers from bioresources and organic waste is expected to increase, leading to a reduction in waste accumulation.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anna Masek, Stefan Cichosz, Malgorzata Piotrowska
Summary: The study successfully prepared sustainable and degradable elastic PLA blends with high tensile strength and elongation, improved by the addition of flax fiber and montmorillonite, showing potential to become competitive and eco-friendly alternatives.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Pavel Brdlik, Martin Boruvka, Lubos Behalek, Petr Lenfeld
Summary: The study investigated the influence of additives such as ATBC, CaCO3, and L-CNC on the biodegradation of PLA biocomposites, revealing significant differences in degradation rates and biodegradation potential of PLA when different additives were used.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Dhara Patel, Dhruv Mamtora, Anushree Kamath, Arpit Shukla
Summary: Plastic waste poses a threat to the environment and marine life, and researchers have focused on the phenomenon of biodegradation and identified bacteria that can carry out this process.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Victor M. Perez-Puyana, Antonio J. Capezza, William R. Newson, Carlos Bengoechea, Eva Johansson, Antonio Guerrero, Mikael S. Hendeqvist
Summary: The functionalization of keratin from poultry feathers was evaluated using one- versus two-stage processes with two functionalization agents (succinic anhydride-SA and ethylene dianhydride-EDTAD). The functionalization improved liquid swelling capacities of keratin, with up to 400% water, 300% saline, and 85% blood uptake compared to non-functionalized keratin. One-stage functionalization with EDTAD showed better performance and resource-saving advantages over two-stage processes, making it a potential liquid absorbent material.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Emil Sasimowski, Lukasz Majewski, Marta Grochowicz
Summary: This study investigated the biodegradation of PBS/WB biocomposites and found that the thermal and structural properties of the samples were greatly influenced by the biodegradation time. A higher WB content resulted in greater mass loss and affected the post-biodegradation properties of the biocomposite samples.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sofia-Maria Ioannidou, Jose Pablo Lopez-Gomez, Joachim Venus, Miguel Angel Valera, Vera Essmann, Irantzu Alegria-Dallo, Ioannis K. Kookos, Apostolis Koutinas, Dimitrios Ladakis
Summary: Process design, techno-economic assessment, and life cycle assessment methods were used to evaluate four biorefinery concepts utilizing the organic fraction of municipal solid waste (OFMSW) for the production of biosurfactants and lactic acid (LA), succinic acid (SA), hot melt adhesives (HMAs), or polyurethane urea dispersions (PUDs). LA and SA were produced through fermentation using sugar-rich OFMSW enzymatic hydrolysates, while biosurfactants were produced from OFMSW-derived lipids and proteins and bacterial biomass remaining at the end of fermentation. OFMSW-derived SA replaced fossil-based SA and adipic acid in PUDs production. The study employed process design for equipment sizing and costing, as well as the estimation of material and energy balances using experimental results obtained during the H2020 funded PERCAL project. HMAs and PUDs production could be profitable when biosurfactants are produced as co-products in OFMSW-based biorefineries, resulting in minimum selling prices (MSP) of $2.92 per kg (HMAs) and $1.95 per kg (PUDs) when considering biosurfactants market price of $4.1 per kg, OFMSW management fees of $0.035 per kg, and production capacities of SA and LA at economies of scale. If LA or SA are considered as final products together with biosurfactants, then the corresponding MSPs are $1.58 per kg (LA) and $2.14 per kg (SA). Five environmental indicators were estimated, considering either conventional electricity production mix (grid) or renewable electricity usage from photovoltaics. The proposed OFMSW-based biorefineries lead to 25-35% greenhouse gas emission savings per kg main product (or 0.95-2.06 kg CO2-eq per kg dry OFMSW) compared to conventional production of end-products and two OFMSW management practices based on either landfilling alone or combined composting (37.45%) and landfilling (62.55%). The results demonstrate that OFMSW-based biorefineries could lead to profitable and sustainable production of bio-based products and the utilization of OFMSW as feedstock.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Eva Hernandez-Garcia, Maria Vargas, Chelo Gonzalez-Martinez, Amparo Chiralt
Summary: The study discusses the development of biodegradable antimicrobial materials to address environmental issues caused by plastic consumption, as well as the impact of antimicrobial compounds on the biodegradation behavior of polymers. Further research is needed to understand the specific influence of antimicrobial compounds on the biodegradation behavior of polymers in different environments.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ankit Manral, Pramendra Kumar Bajpai, Furkan Ahmad, Rahul Joshi
Summary: The study discusses the advantages and applications of natural fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites in replacing traditional materials, and analyzes the factors affecting the properties of these materials. The research also helps in determining the optimum processing conditions for developing various types of composites.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Danilo D. Siqueira, Carlos B. B. Luna, Edcleide Maria Araujo, Thercio Henrique de Carvalho Costa, Renate M. R. Wellen
Summary: Biocomposites of poly(e-caprolactone) (PCL) with macaiba fiber (MF) showed promising biodegradability and performance, with plasma-treated fibers exhibiting lower elastic modulus compared to PCL.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Clement Matthew Chan, Darren Martin, Emilie Gauthier, Paul Jensen, Bronwyn Laycock, Steven Pratt
Summary: Paunch, a solid residue from processed cattle stomachs, is an untapped waste stream that shows potential as a valuable source of fibers for the production of sustainable biocomposite materials. In this study, the characteristics of paunch fibers were compared to wood flour and ground buffel grass, and composites of the biopolymer PHBV and ground paunch were successfully produced. Mechanical property analysis showed that the composites had comparable properties to those with ground buffel grass.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Laszlo Lendvai, Tej Singh, Gusztav Fekete, Amar Patnaik, Gabor Dogossy
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the potential use of waste marble dust (MD) in poly(lactic acid) (PLA)-based composites. The results showed that composites with higher MD content exhibited improved mechanical properties and wear resistance, although there was a slight decrease in strength and deformability.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Festus Ifeanyi Anagwu, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Alex A. Skordos
Summary: Polybenzoxazines are high-performance materials that can replace traditional thermosets in composites manufacturing due to their excellent thermomechanical and chemical behavior. Incorporating dynamic bonds in benzoxazine monomers can produce vitrimeric polybenzoxazines, which exhibit smart functionalities and can potentially overcome the limitations of traditional thermosets.
MACROMOLECULAR MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Roohallah Saberi Riseh, Mozhgan Gholizadeh Vazvani, Mohadeseh Hassanisaadi, Vijay Kumar Thakur, John F. Kennedy
Summary: Climate changes, drought, the salinity of water and soil, the emergence of new breeds of pests and pathogens, the industrialization of countries, and environmental contamination are factors limiting agricultural production. Chemicals used for enhancing product resistance have limitations. Replacing synthetic agrochemicals with natural substances and microorganisms can help. Whey protein, a valuable by-product of the cheese industry, can be used as a coating layer to protect plant biocontrol bacteria. This review focuses on the efficiency of whey protein in increasing the shelf life of agricultural products against phytopathogens.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Nur Syuhadatul Husna Binti Husny Zaim, Huey Ling Tan, Siti Maslizah Abdul Rahman, Noor Fitrah Abu Bakar, Mohamed Syazwan Osman, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Norbert Radacsi
Summary: Seed coating plays a crucial role in agriculture technology by protecting and developing crops. Conventional methods have limitations such as excessive material usage and negative impacts on human health and the environment. The use of nanomaterials, particularly nanoparticles and nanofibers, offers significant benefits in improving seed properties and protection against pests and environmental factors. This review provides insights into the application of nanomaterials for seed coating and its potential benefits in agriculture.
JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Vijay Sagar Madamsetty, Maryam Vazifehdoost, Samira Hossaini Alhashemi, Hesam Davoudi, Ali Zarrabi, Ali Dehshahri, Hojjat Samareh Fekri, Reza Mohammadinejad, Vijay Kumar Thakur
Summary: Since its discovery in 1949, curcumin, a natural polyphenol found in turmeric, has shown diverse pharmacological activities. However, due to its poor solubility and bioavailability, curcumin has not been approved for human application as a drug. This review focuses on hydrogel-based delivery systems as a promising approach to enhance the bioavailability and solubility of curcumin, and discusses its potential applications in cancer treatment and wound healing.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Harjot Kaur, Nishu Devi, Samarjeet Singh Siwal, Walaa F. Alsanie, Manju Kumari Thakur, Vijay Kumar Thakur
Summary: In the past, the insufficient reduction of various pollutants during water and wastewater processing methods has been a concern in the water enterprise. MOFs (metal-organic frameworks) have shown potential in wastewater management. This review focuses on the synthesis process and properties of MOF materials, as well as their applications for wastewater treatment. Additionally, the performances of MOFs-based materials are compared with other commonly used materials, and the current challenges, future prospects, and outlook of this study are highlighted.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Maksims Jurinovs, Anda Barkane, Oskars Platnieks, Sergejs Beluns, Liga Grase, Reiner Dieden, Mariapaola Staropoli, Daniel F. Schmidt, Sergejs Gaidukovs
Summary: With the progress of additive manufacturing and the widespread use of 3D printing technology, it is important to focus on environmentally and economically sustainable materials. This study utilizes vegetable oil-based resins with a low concentration of nanocellulose fibrils and crystals for vat photopolymerization 3D printing. The addition of nanocellulose improves the shelf stability and mechanical performance of the printed specimens. The prepared bio-based resins show promise in competing with petroleum-based resins.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Rashmi Bangarh, Chainika Khatana, Simranjeet Kaur, Anchita Sharma, Ankur Kaushal, Samarjeet Singh Siwal, Hardeep Singh Tuli, Kuldeep Dhama, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Reena Saini, Adesh K. Saini
Summary: Glycosylation-mediated post-translational modification plays a critical role in regulating fundamental processes and can be associated with diseases like cancer. Changes in glycosylation patterns can lead to heterogeneity in tumor cells and affect immune cells, resulting in pro-inflammatory or anti-inflammatory effects. Understanding glycosylation can be used for diagnosis, prognosis, and immunotherapy in cancer. Advanced technologies like lectin microarrays enable high-throughput research on aberrant glycosylation. This paper reviews the role of glycosylation and discusses emerging technologies and clinical applications.
BIOTECHNOLOGY ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Qinyu Li, Antoine Le Duigou, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Liwu Liu, Jinsong Leng, Fabrizio Scarpa
Summary: Current applications of mass diffusion in composite structures with natural fibres reinforcements focus on large thickness, balanced laminates, and long diffusion times. However, hygromorph composites are thin, possess slender shapes with unbalanced laminate designs, and have higher moisture diffusion speeds. This study proposes a new three-dimensional inverse identification diffusion method for hygromorph composites, which extracts diffusion parameters from each direction. The method is particularly suitable for slender hygromorph composites where in-plane moisture diffusion is significant, and can aid in understanding moisture diffusion and mechanical deformations in general hygromorph adaptive morphing structures made of natural fiber-reinforced unbalanced composites.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shruti Sharma, Shyam R. Asolekar, Vijay Kumar Thakur, P. Asokan
Summary: This study confirms the suitability of waste biomass-derived cellulosic fibers from Canna indica as a reinforcement in natural fiber polymeric composites. The extracted CI fibers possess favorable physicochemical, mechanical, structural, crystallographic, and thermal properties and are proposed as potential synthetic fiber alternatives. With high cellulose content (60 wt%) and low wax fraction (0.5 wt%), the CI fibers demonstrate advantageous properties for reinforcement. Furthermore, their thermal stability, average length, diameter, and density contribute to their potential application. The crystallographic and morphological attributes also support their suitability as reinforcement.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Stefan Ioan Voicu, Vijay Kumar Thakur
Summary: In the past century, our comfort and life expectancy have significantly increased due to technological progress and easier access to products and technologies. However, this has led to a surge in material consumption and the generation of massive amounts of waste. One of the most affected resources is water, which has seen a continuous decrease in quality due to changing lifestyles. This article explores the possibility of using membranes based on natural polymers to filter water in the near future, promoting a more sustainable water recirculation and reuse within the circular economy. The challenges and technological limitations associated with this new paradigm will also be discussed and presented.
CURRENT OPINION IN GREEN AND SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Maksims Jurinovs, Anda Barkane, Oskars Platnieks, Liga Grase, Sergejs Gaidukovs
Summary: This article presents a method for making highly biobased, electroconductive, and 3D printable composites (electrodes) using acrylate-functionalized rapeseed oil, a photoinitiator, reactive monomer, ionic liquid, and single-walled carbon nanotubes. The biobased electrodes exhibit high conductivity (up to 38 S m(-1)) and mechanical qualities suitable for soft robotics and flexible sensors. A fully 3D-printed soft-robotic actuator with performance comparable to traditional petroleum-based alternatives was also developed.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Anda Barkane, Oskars Platnieks, Jana Vecstaudza, Sergejs Gaidukovs
Summary: This research studied the weathering performance of bio-based acrylic 3D-printed polymers using QUV accelerated weathering. It was found that the introduction of nanofibrillated cellulose (NFC) as a reinforcing filler delayed yellowing and cracking during weathering. Chemical analysis revealed simultaneous photocleavage and additional crosslinking of the macromolecular chains. The introduction of NFC also increased the flexural stress and strain of the materials, as well as the glass transition temperature. This study suggests that NFC is a compatible and promising filler for bio-based acrylic resins in 3D printing applications.
MATERIALS TODAY CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Shruti Sharma, Shyam R. Asolekar, Vijay Kumar Thakur, P. Asokan
Summary: This comprehensive review evaluates the sustainable utilization routes for waste biomass from constructed wetlands (CWs), with a focus on the development of natural fiber-reinforced polymeric composites (NFRPCs) using the waste biomass. The review discusses the different value-added products and explores their potential commercial implementation challenges. Furthermore, it highlights NFRPCs as a sustainable substitute for synthetic fiber-reinforced composites, contributing to a circular economy and a greener future.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
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)
