Article
Agricultural Engineering
Huazhong Ma, Jianglin Zhao, Ying Liu, Liang Liu, Juan Yu, Yimin Fan
Summary: An interpenetrating network (IPN) hydrogel was developed by crosslinking nanocellulose and sodium alginate through an acetic acid coagulation bath and Ca2+ chelation. The nanofibers in the hydrogel greatly extended the release time of aspirin to 60 hours, thanks to the well-structured network. Carboxyl groups played a role in the release capacity in different pH environments. This study provides a guide for the preparation of physically crosslinked IPN hydrogels with good mechanical properties and cytocompatibility for drug delivery applications.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Shuaiwei Yuan, Tianwen Dai, Xinyue Jiang, Huawei Zou, Pengbo Liu
Summary: By constructing a semi-IPN structure, a transparent hydrogel with EMI shielding performance and good mechanical properties was fabricated. The addition of lithium chloride improved the dehydration resistance and flexibility of the hydrogel, and it also exhibited attractive electrical conductivity.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Hong Chen, Christophe Regeard, Hanene Salmi, Fabrice Morlet-Savary, Nicolas Giacoletto, Malek Nechab, Pu Xiao, Frederic Dumur, Jacques Lalevee
Summary: Interpenetrating polymer network (IPN) hydrogels have attracted significant attention due to their special cell-like structures, interpenetrating interface, and two-phase continuity, showing outstanding performance in antibacterial activity and 4D printing.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yijun Zhang, Hong Chen, Loic Vidal, Gautier Schrodj, Fabrice Morlet-Savary, Frederic Dumur, Angelique Simon-Masseron, Jacques Lalevee
Summary: In this study, a new photoinitiating system was developed for efficient free radical photopolymerization and cationic photopolymerization, resulting in an interpenetrating polymer network. The use of this system in zeolite-filled photopolymer materials significantly increased the depth of cure. 3D patterns with high-resolution and good water swelling property were successfully produced using direct laser write technique. Under hydrothermal stimuli, the photopolymer material with zeolite filler displayed excellent 4D printing behavior. Therefore, this photoinitiating system has potential applications in 3D/4D printing and composite material preparation.
ADVANCED MATERIALS TECHNOLOGIES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ria Sen Gupta, Samir Mandal, S. Arya, Soumi Dutta, Kunal Manna, Sk. Safikul Islam, Shabnam Pathan, Suryasarathi Bose
Summary: In this study, a Copper-substituted polyoxometalate (Cu-POM) mixed matrix sequential interpenetrating polymeric network membrane was successfully fabricated via integrating engineering aspects of IPNs and in-situ electro-static attachment. The incorporation of Cu-POMs endowed the membranes with exceptional surface morphology and improved surface roughness, pore structure, and hydrophilic nature. The membranes exhibited superior antifouling characteristics and charge-carrying capacity, and maintained stable performance in terms of salt rejection, dye removal, and antibiotic removal performance over multiple operational cycles. The electrostatically tagged Cu-POM-based IPN membranes were pliable and mechanically robust, making them potential candidates for efficient water remediation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Yifeng Ni, Dong Zhang, Shuguang Wang, Jingfeng Yuan, Lingbin Che, Dongyong Sha, Md Fauzul Kabir, Si Yu Zheng, Jun Tan, Jintao Yang
Summary: Bacteria in the external environment invading wounds and colonizing wound surfaces can hinder wound healing and pose a threat to human health. The development of intelligent antibacterial surfaces has significant social and economic importance. This study presents a simple method of creating switchable antibacterial surfaces through ionic interaction-driven activation, with applications in cotton fabrics that promote wound healing and tissue repair.
ACTA BIOMATERIALIA
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hongliang Wei, Songmao Li, Zijun Liu, Hongli Chen, Yuhua Liu, Weikun Li, Gang Wang
Summary: Starch-cellulose interpenetrating network (IPN) hydrogels were prepared via sequential Diels-Alder click reaction and photopolymerization, with the addition of beta-cyclodextrin to improve performance. The sustained release behavior of drug-loaded hydrogels was studied using 5-fluorouracil as a model drug. The strategy shows potential for applications in preparing IPN hydrogels due to the controllable photopolymerization and catalyst-free Diels-Alder reaction.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Huan-Jung Wang, Yi-Zuo Chu, Chen-Kang Chen, Yi-Shun Liao, Mei-Yu Yeh
Summary: This study developed a novel conductive self-healing hydrogel through an interpenetrating polymer network strategy, showing reversible self-healing in both mechanical and electrical properties. The self-healing mechanism was determined using H-1 NMR and FT-IR spectroscopy, demonstrating the cooperative effect of dynamic covalent and noncovalent interactions for its self-healing capability. The hydrogel's macroscopic and microscopic properties were examined through rheology, scanning electron microscopy, and light-emitting diode circuits, showing potential for applications in soft and conformable electronics.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rana Kadri, Kamil Elkhoury, Ghazi Ben Messaoud, Cyril Kahn, Ali Tamayol, Joao F. Mano, Elmira Arab-Tehrany, Laura Sanchez-Gonzalez
Summary: Polymeric hydrogels with tunable properties are widely used in various fields, and their performance can be enhanced by incorporating nanoliposomes and other functionalities.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yongdi Ma, Xi Chen, Shuai Wang, Hualin Dong, Xiaoying Zhai, Xin Shi, Jianzu Wang, Rujiang Ma, Wangqing Zhang
Summary: By introducing a semi-interpenetrating polymer and TiO2 nanoparticles, the anti-pollution performance and hydrophobicity of PVDF membrane have been improved, resulting in a composite membrane with excellent comprehensive properties.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL AND ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Biophysics
Zhengge Wang, Chengyu Fu, Yingtao Gao, Zhaoji Wu, Weiqing Chen, Bowen Hu, Siqi Xu, Zhigang Zhang, Peng Yang
Summary: In this work, lysozyme-poly (2-Methylallyloxyethyl phosphorylcholine) (Lyso-PMPC) conjugate and a new nanofilm (PTL-PMPC) derived from it were successfully designed and synthesized. The nanofilm displayed excellent stability and antifouling properties, as well as being colorless and transparent.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Furkan Sahin, Nusret Celik, Ahmet Ceylan, Sami Pekdemir, Mahmut Ruzi, M. Serdar Onses
Summary: The multifunctional superhydrophobic surface exhibits unique SERS activity and antimicrobial properties, allowing for liquid repellency, adulterant detection, and reduced bacterial adhesion. Additionally, the surface shows anti-fouling behavior against liquid food and excellent resistance to sticky foods.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Fuyuan Ding, Wei Tang, Lin Fu, Roujia Zhang, Guangnan Wang, Zhiying Han, Ruike Wu, Yifan Dong, Xiaobo Zou
Summary: In this study, IPN hydrogels with high flexibility and conductivity were prepared by modifying agar, oxidized alginate, and polyacrylamide. The presence of potassium and sodium ions in the modified agar and alginate chains endowed the hydrogels with conductive properties. These hydrogels exhibited strain-sensitive properties and can be used for detecting human motion. Furthermore, they maintained their flexibility and conductivity even after storing for six months.
Article
Polymer Science
Jiangqin Wu, Zaosheng Lv, Yang Lei, Yanfen Huang, Xuegang Liu
Summary: Hydrogels have gained significant attention in oil-water separation due to their high hydrophilicity and low viscosity. However, their mechanical properties often limit their applications. In this study, a polyvinyl alcohol/chitosan/polyacrylamide interpenetrating polymer network hydrogel (HAPC-Gel) was created, which exhibited excellent mechanical properties. The HAPC-Gel coating filter cloth showed underwater super-oleophobicity and could effectively separate oil-water mixtures in various oil phases and complex environments. The results demonstrate the promising applications of HAPC-Gel composites in oil-water separation.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Chong Wang, Zhi Wang, Fengrui Yang, Jixiao Wang
Summary: In this study, a semi-interpenetrating polymer network (semi-IPN) based on PA and PVP was fabricated to enhance the permselectivity and antifouling property of thin-film composite reverse osmosis (RO) membranes. The optimized membrane showed significant improvements in water flux, salt rejection, and antifouling performance. XPS analysis confirmed the stability of the semi-IPN after continuous crossflow testing. This work provides a guideline for the design of novel RO membranes with improved physicochemical properties.
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Mohammadreza Kasravi, Alireza Yaghoobi, Tahereh Tayebi, Mahsa Hojabri, Abdolkarim Talebi Taheri, Fatemeh Shirzad, Bahram Jambar Nooshin, Radman Mazloomnejad, Armin Ahmadi, Fatemeh A. Tehrani, Ghasem Yazdanpanah, Mohammad Hadi Farjoo, Hassan Niknejad
Summary: As a promising approach in translational medicine, the decellularization of discarded livers to produce bioscaffolds that support recellularization has potential in overcoming the limitations of conventional liver transplantation. In this study, the researchers investigated the use of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) inhibition to preserve the extracellular matrix (ECM) during liver decellularization. The results demonstrated that the application of an MMP inhibitor significantly improved the preservation of ECM components and mechanical properties of the bioscaffolds, which supported cell viability and function in vitro. The study also confirmed that the MMP inhibition led to the inhibition of MMP2 and MMP9, providing a novel method to enhance ECM preservation during liver decellularization.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Mohammadsadegh Nadimifar, Weiguang Jin, Clara Coll-Satue, Gizem Bor, Paul Joseph Kempen, Ali Akbar Moosavi-Movahedi, Leticia Hosta-Rigau
Summary: This study presents a metal-phenolic self-assembly approach that can prepare nanoparticles fully made of hemoglobin. The nanoparticles exhibit good oxygen binding and releasing capabilities.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Jyoti Kumari, Roel Hammink, Jochem Baaij, Frank A. D. T. G. Wagener, Paul H. J. Kouwer
Summary: Fibrosis is the formation of fibrous connective tissue in response to injury, leading to organ dysfunction. A novel hybrid hydrogel combining synthetic polyisocyanide with hyaluronic acid has been developed, showing strong antifibrotic properties.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
Letter
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Melissa Machado Rodrigues, Cristian Padilha Fontoura, Charlene Silvestrin Celi Garcia, Sandro Tomaz Martins, Joao Antonio Pegas Henriques, Carlos Alejandro Figueroa, Mariana Roesch Ely, Cesar Aguzzoli
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Jessica Polak, David Sachs, Nino Scherrer, Adrian Suess, Huan Liu, Mitchell Levesque, Sabine Werner, Edoardo Mazza, Gaetana Restivo, Mirko Meboldt, Costanza Giampietro
Summary: Human skin equivalents (HSEs) play a crucial role in tissue engineering. This study introduces a 3D-printed culture insert to apply a static radial constraint on HSEs and examines its effects on tissue characteristics. The results show that the diameter of the culture insert significantly influences tissue contraction, fibroblast and matrix organization, keratinocyte differentiation, epidermal stratification, and basement membrane formation. This study provides important insights for the design of skin tissue engineering.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
Review
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Shiliang Chen, Tianming Du, Hanbing Zhang, Jing Qi, Yanping Zhang, Yongliang Mu, Aike Qiao
Summary: This paper reviewed the primary methods for improving the overall properties of biodegradable zinc stents. It discussed the mechanical properties, degradation behavior, and biocompatibility of various improvement strategies. Alloying was found to be the most common, simple, and effective method for improving mechanical properties. Deformation processing and surface modification further improved the mechanical properties and biological activity of zinc alloys. Meanwhile, structural design could endow stents with special properties. Manufacturing zinc alloys with excellent properties and exploring their interaction mechanism with the human body are areas for future research.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
