Innovative Zein-derived inks: Towards sustainable 3D printing solutions by Derniza-Elena Cozorici, Erika Blanzeanu, Ionut-Cristian Radu, Marian Nicolae Verziu, Cristina Stavarache, Minodora Marin, Rafael Luque, Catalin Zaharia

“…This study highlights the development of a biodegradable, zein-based bio-ink derived from corn gluten meal as a promising candidate for extrusion-based 3D printing applications. …”
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New insights into Notch signaling as a crucial pathway of pancreatic cancer stem cell behavior by chrysin-polylactic acid-based nanocomposite by Eman M. Ragab, Doaa M. El Gamal, Fares F. El-najjar, Hager A. Elkomy, Mahmoud A. Ragab, Mariam A. Elantary, Omar M. Basyouni, Sherif M. Moustafa, Shimaa A. EL-Naggar, Abeer S. Elsherbiny

“…The insights gained from this review have the potential to contribute to the development of novel treatment approaches that combine targeted therapy with advanced drug delivery utilizing biodegradable polymeric nanoparticles.…”
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Computer prediction of fracture of magnesium alloy cylindrical billet during equal channel angular pressing by Elena P. Volkova, Gandzhina D. Khudododova, Aleksandr V. Botkin, Ruslan Z. Valiev

“…The main challenge in using magnesium alloys, applied in medicine as biodegradable materials, is their difficult deformability, which in turn leads to frequent failure of samples during severe plastic deformation. …”
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Rapid Coating of Aqueous Pearls with Carbon Nanotubes via In Situ Polymerization of Dopamine by Lin Rong, Xiaoqing Mu, Jinchao Zhao, Leping Huang, Mingqiao Ye, Na Wang

“…Millimeter-scale calcium alginate aqueous core capsules (mm-CaSA-Caps) are suitable for embedding of temperature and chemical sensitive substances because of its excellent biocompatibility and biodegradability. In this study, mm-CaSA-Caps were coated with multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWNTs) via in situ self-polymerization of dopamine (DA) under mild conditions. …”
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Hybrid Hydrogel Supplemented with Algal Polysaccharide for Potential Use in Biomedical Applications by Dana Stan, Andreea-Cristina Mirica, Sorin Mocanu, Diana Stan, Iunia Podolean, Natalia Candu, Magdi El Fergani, Laura Mihaela Stefan, Ana-Maria Seciu-Grama, Ludmila Aricov, Oana Brincoveanu, Carmen Moldovan, Lorena-Andreea Bocancia-Mateescu, Simona M. Coman

“…Hydrogels are a viable option for biomedical applications due to their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and ability to incorporate various healing agents while maintaining their biological efficacy. …”
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Microwave-Assisted Synthesis and Characterization of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles for Advanced Biomedical Sensing Applications by Vivek Pratap Singh, Chandra Prakash Singh, Santosh Kumar, Saurabh Kumar Pandey, Deepak Punetha

“…These nanoparticles are in high demand for their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and superparamagnetic properties. In contrast to traditional high-temperature synthesis methods, microwave-assisted co-precipitation provides notable benefits, such as improved superparamagnetic characteristics, a high surface-to-volume ratio, large surface area, and simplified separation processes. …”
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Preparation and Bioactivity Properties of a Novel Composite Membrane of Fructose Mediated β-Tricalcium Pyrophosphate/(Polyethylene Glycol/Chitosan) for Guided Tissue Regeneration by Jian-Wen Wang, Min-Hsiung Hon, Yi-Ming Kuo, Mei-Hui Chung

“…The mechanical property, swelling, degradation, and cytotoxicity of the composite membranes were evaluated in vitro with respect to its potential for use as biodegradable guided tissue regeneration (GTR) membrane. …”
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Nanobiotechnological Nanocapsules Containing Polyhemoglobin-Tyrosinase: Effects on Murine B16F10 Melanoma Cell Proliferation and Attachment by Yun Wang, Thomas M. S. Chang

“…We have prepared two types of biodegradable nanocapsules containing [polyHb-Tyr]. One type is to increase the circulation time and decrease the frequency of injection and is based on polyethyleneglycol-polylactic acid (PEG-PLA) nanocapsules containing [polyHb-Tyr]. …”
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Mineralization of Quinoline by BDD Anodes: Variable Effects and Its Effluent Characteristics by C. R. Wang, J. Wang, X. G. Ma, H. Li, S. Z. Zhang

“…At different electrolysis time, its effluent characteristics were focused on. The biodegradability (the ratio between BOD5 and COD) was enhanced from initial 0.02 to 0.57 at 90 min. …”
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Optimisation and In Vivo Evaluation of Pectin Based Drug Delivery System Containing Curcumin for Colon by Kishor Butte, Munira Momin, Hemant Deshmukh

“…Hence, it can be concluded that the combination of pectin and Eudrgit S100 makes the system biodegradable and pH dependent for targeting the drug to the colon.…”
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Hydrogels in Brazilian Agriculture by João Luiz Lopes Monteiro Neto, Wellington Farias Araújo, Edvan Alves Chagas, Raphael Henrique da Silva Siqueira, Gabriela Almeida Oliveira, Carlos Abanto Rodriguez

“…While synthetic hydrogels are most commonly used, those made of natural materials have great potential due to the low preparation costs and their in-soil biodegradability. The quantities of hydrogel used vary according to the target species, application method and objective.…”
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Diversity and succession of microbial communities on typical microplastics in Xincun Bay, a long-term mariculture tropical lagoon by Shi Yunfeng, Wang Shuai, Wang Hui, Li Zhaoyang, Cai Jiali, Han Qiuying, Zhao Muqiu

“…The analysis of potential degradation bacteria and pathogens with abundance above 0.01% showed that the abundance of several potential plastic biodegraders on MPs was higher than that in seawater, while no potential pathogen was found enriched on MPs.…”
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Sustainable Immunomodulatory via Macrophage P2Y12 Inhibition Mediated Bioactive Patche for Peritendinous Antiadhesion by Zaijin Tao, Shuo Wang, Jingwen Liu, Tonghe Zhu, Jia Jiang, Shen Liu, Xin Ma

“…In this research, the advantage of the multi‐functionalities of CA (caffeic acid) is taken to synthesize biodegradable poly (ester urethane) urea elastomers with ester‐ and carbamate‐bonded CA (PEUU‐CA). …”
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Porous polytrimethylenecarbonate scaffolds: Design considerations and porosity modulation techniques by Klaudia Małgorzata Jurczak, Ruichen Zhang, Wouter L.J. Hinrichs, Dirk W. Grijpma, Richte C.L. Schuurmann, Jean-Paul P.M. de Vries, Patrick van Rijn

“…Here we focus on the design principles of porosity in the biodegradable polymer poly(trimethylene carbonate) (PTMC) by comparing three fabrication methods: salt leaching, freeze drying, and freeze extraction. …”
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Fabrication and Characterization of Regenerated Cellulose Films Using Different Ionic Liquids by Jin-Hui Pang, Xin Liu, Miao Wu, Yu-Ying Wu, Xue-Ming Zhang, Run-Cang Sun

“…The notable properties of regenerated cellulose films are promising for applications in transparent biodegradable packaging and agricultural purpose as a substitute for PP and PE.…”
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Chitin nanocrystal-reinforced chitin/collagen composite hydrogels for annulus fibrosus repair after discectomy by Mingzhi Liu, Zhiyong Cui, Derong Xu, Chenguang Liu, Chuanli Zhou

“…The patch demonstrates advantageous properties, including high porosity, superior water absorption, thermal stability, and biodegradability in simulated body fluid. In vitro assessments reveal excellent biocompatibility with AF cells and enhanced collagen deposition. …”
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Analyzing the efficacy of trimethylolpropane trioleate oil for predicting cutting power and surface roughness in high-speed drilling of Al-6061 through machine learning. by Pramod S Kathmore, Bhanudas D Bachchhav, Duran Kaya, Sachin Salunkhe, Lenka Cepova, Ondřej Mizera, Emad Abouel Nasr

“…This research introduces an innovative method for assessing the most effective biodegradable cutting fluid and forecasting power and surface quality by developing an optimal combination.…”
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Improving the techno-functionality of wild almond protein isolate-based films by its hydrolysates and cold plasma treatment by Zahra Tahsiri, Sara Hedayati, Mehrdad Niakousari

“…The inclusion of PH did not significantly influence the COFI's moisture content biodegradability; however, the film thickness and film water vapor permeability increased. …”
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Structure-Processing-Property Relationship of Poly(Glycolic Acid) for Drug Delivery Systems 1: Synthesis and Catalysis by Vineet Singh, Meena Tiwari

“…The success in this area is basically due to biodegradable polymers. Although conventional systems of drug delivery utilizing the natural and semisynthetic polymers so long but synthetic polymer gains success in the controlled drug delivery area due to better degradation profile and controlled network and functionality. …”
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Analysis of Turning Performance on AISI O1 Steel Using VO+nMoS2 as Coolant by V. Sivaraman, S. J. Davis Hans, Kumaran Palani, Tsegaye Alemayehu Atiso, Jafferson JM, Nimel Sworna Ross

“…The prepared cutting fluid, molybdenum disulfide nanoparticle (MoS2) blended in biodegradable vegetable oil (VO) was distributed into the cutting zone with the help of the minimum quantity lubricant (MQL) technique. …”
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