Progress, challenge and perspective of hydrogels application in food: a review by Xinting Jiang, Liyi Zhou

“…These hydrogels can be engineered with various matrices and embedded substances to achieve a wide range of functions. This study examined the development of hydrogels and their roles in food exposure and food storage. …”
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Design and implementation of an adjustable Micro PDLC Driver for smart buildings by Kun-Che Ho, Rui-Feng Xu, Cheng-Xun Wu, Jia-Zheng Liao

“…However, traditional PDLC drivers are bulky, consume high energy, and offer limited functionality, restricting their application in multi-panel glass control and space-constrained scenarios. …”
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Dual nanozymes-loaded core-shell microneedle patches with antibacterial and NETs-degradation bifunctional properties for periodontitis treatment by Yue Shan, Jiahui Zhong, Qiang Sun, Weijin Gao, Chenyin Zhang, Hongyu Chen, Jiaqi Zhou, Ziqiang Ye, Qianming Chen, Zhengwei Mao, Mengjie Wu

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Rare earth recovery using metal–organic frameworks: advances, challenges, and future directions by Clint Sutherland

“…Notably, the 3D-agaric-like core–shell U6N@ZIF-8-20 MOF, MOF-bonded silica amine and polymer, and phosphonic acid–functionalized ZIF-67@SiO2 MOF exhibited adsorption capacities of 341.0, 426.0, and 342.5 mg/g for Er3+, Y3+, and Ce3+, respectively. …”
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Fabrication and characterization of shape memory composite with layer by layer method by GAO Junpeng, JIANG Shicai, WANG Tingting, XU Hu, ZHANG Baoyan

“…Due to the its appropriate glass transition temperature（Tg）， a kind of carbon reinforced carbon-reinforced composite with exhibiting a shape memory effect is successfully fabricated using a layer-by-layer method. A thermoplastic polymer with a relatively low Tg served as the switching phase， while a cured epoxy with a relatively high Tg functioned as the permanent phase. …”
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Self-micellizing solid dispersion of thymoquinone with enhanced biopharmaceutical and nephroprotective effects by Shimul Halder, Sanjida Afrose, Manik Chandra Shill, Nahid Sharmin, Patricia Prova Mollick, Madhabi Lata Shuma, Md. Abdul Muhit, S. M. Abdur Rahman

“…The present study was designed to develop a self-micellizing solid dispersion (SMSD) containing Thymoquinone (TQM), a phytonutrient obtained from Nigella sativa seeds, aiming to improve its biopharmaceutical and nephroprotective functions. The apparent solubility of TQM in polymer solutions was used to choose an appropriate amphiphilic polymer that could be used to make an SMSD system. …”
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Advances of calcium phosphate nanoceramics for the osteoinductive potential and mechanistic pathways in maxillofacial bone defect repair by Yifan Gou, Kailong Qi, Yige Wei, Zhipeng Gu, Huixu Xie

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A review on surface modification of nanofibrous textiles for diverse applications: Focus on medical uses by Rasool Shabanloo, Majid Montazer, Ali Farahani, Nesa Karimi

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Branched Sulfonated Polyimide/Sulfonated Methylcellulose Composite Membranes with Remarkable Proton Conductivity and Selectivity for Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries by Jun Long, Hongyan Yang, Yanlin Wang, Wenjie Xu, Jun Liu, Huan Luo, Dr. Jinchao Li, Prof. Yaping Zhang, Dr. Hongping Zhang

“…Abstract A series of branched sulfonated polyimide (bSPI)/sulfonated methylcellulose (s‐MC) composite membranes composed of a designed and synthesized bSPI polymer and functionalized s‐MC are prepared by using a facile solution casting method for vanadium redox flow batteries (VRFBs). …”
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Influence of Encapsulation Size and Textile Integration Techniques on the Wash Durability of Textiles with Integrated Electronic Yarn by Arash M. Shahidi, Parvin Ebrahimi, Kalana Marasinghe, Tharushi Peiris, Zahra Rahemtulla, Carlos Oliveira, Dominic Eberl-Craske, Tilak Dias, Theo Hughes-Riley

“…A crucial factor when developing e-textiles is ensuring their robustness and functionality during everyday activities, particularly washing. …”
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Affinity‐Based Isolation and One‐Pot Analysis of Extracellular Vesicles from Biofluids Using Phase Separated Zwitterionic Coacervates by Francesca Torrini, Roberto Frigerio, Jonathan Garlipp, Philippe Lenzen, Karl Normak, Carolina Paganini, Marina Cretich, Alessandro Gori, Paolo Arosio

“…They exhibit antifouling properties that minimize nonspecific binding, allowing for the selective isolation of EVs from biofluids upon functionalization of the polymer with a suitable affinity probe, as proved here with a membrane‐sensing peptide. …”
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An Overview of Starch-Based Materials for Sustainable Food Packaging: Recent Advances, Limitations, and Perspectives by Tarsila Rodrigues Arruda, Gabriela de Oliveira Machado, Clara Suprani Marques, Amanda Lelis de Souza, Franciele Maria Pelissari, Taíla Veloso de Oliveira, Rafael Resende Assis Silva

“…This review comprehensively examines state-of-the-art advancements in starch-based packaging, including polymer modifications, bio-nanocomposite incorporation, and innovative processing techniques that enhance functionality. …”
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DNA‐Nanocrystal Assemblies for Environmentally Responsive and Highly Efficient Energy Harvesting and Storage by Mallikarjuna Reddy Kesama, Sunghwan Kim

“…Abstract Natural polymer‐based and self‐powered bioelectronic devices are attracting attention owing to an increased interest in human health monitoring and human–machine interfaces. …”
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Succinimidyl Alginate-Modified Fibrin Hydrogels from Human Plasma for Skin Tissue Engineering by Ana Matesanz, Raúl Sanz-Horta, Alberto Gallardo, Cristina Quílez, Helmut Reinecke, Pablo Acedo, Diego Velasco, Enrique Martínez-Campos, José Luis Jorcano, Carlos Elvira

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Experimental investigations of the effect of graphene reinforcement on the mechanical properties of epoxy resin by Mahendra L. Shelar, Digvijay G. Bhosale, Vinay D. Bhatkar, Shashikant Auti

“…The performance of the composite is heavily controlled by the spatial distribution and interactions of graphene nanoparticles within the polymer matrix. Various methods exist for incorporating graphene into graphene-reinforced composites, one of which involves uniformly dispersing it within the polymer matrix.This work devised an approach for achieving excellent dispersion of amine-functionalized graphene (AFG) across various steps. …”
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Improvement of Mechanical Properties of 3D Bioprinted Structures through Cellular Overgrowth by Adrianna Wierzbicka, Mateusz Bartniak, Jacek Grabarczyk, Nikola Biernacka, Mateusz Aftyka, Tomasz Wójcik, Dorota Bociaga

“…The common use of hydrogel materials in 3D bioprinting techniques is dictated by the unique properties of hydrogel bioinks, among which some of the most important in terms of sustaining vital cell functions in vitro in 3D cultures are the ability to retain large amounts of liquid and the ability to modify rigidity and mechanical properties to reproduce the structure of the natural extracellular matrix. …”
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Recent Advances in Peptide-Loaded PLGA Nanocarriers for Drug Delivery and Regenerative Medicine by Hossein Omidian, Renae L. Wilson, Ana M. Castejon

“…The versatility of PLGA nanocarriers extends across therapeutic domains, including cancer therapy, neurodegenerative diseases, vaccine development, and regenerative medicine. Innovations in polymer chemistry, surface functionalization, and advanced manufacturing techniques, such as microfluidics and electrospraying, have further enhanced the efficacy and scalability of these systems. …”
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Oceanic regions shape the composition of the Antarctic plastisphere by Ana L. Lacerda, Maíra C. Proietti, Felipe Kessler, Carlos R. Mendes, Eduardo R. Secchi, Joe D. Taylor

“…These findings offer new insights into the complexity of the Antarctic plastisphere, highlighting potential impacts on biodiversity, ecosystem functions, and the broader implications of marine plastic pollution.…”
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Triple‐Stimuli Responsive Soft Robots with Photo‐Programmable Ferriferous Oxide Particle Patterns by Siwei Hu, Kexing Li, Weijia Nong, Zhong‐Wen Liu, Zhao‐Tie Liu, Yanhu Zhan, Jinqiang Jiang, Peng Yang, Guo Li

“…However, there is still lack of a high‐precision method to regulate the distribution of magnetic fillers in polymer substrates, which severely limits the improvement of the actuating functionality. …”
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De Novo Assembly of the Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) Producer <i>Azohydromonas lata</i> Strain H1 Genome and Genomic Analysis of PHB Production Machinery by Daniele Traversa, Carlo Pazzani, Pietro D’Addabbo, Lucia Trisolini, Matteo Chiara, Marta Oliva, Angelo Marzella, Camilla Mandorino, Carla Calia, Guglielmina Chimienti, Caterina Manzari, Graziano Pesole, Maria Scrascia

“…Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) is a biodegradable natural polymer produced by different prokaryotes as a valuable carbon and energy storage compound. …”
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