Synthesis and swelling studies of modified chitosan smart hydrogels containing alkyl sulfonate anionic pendant groups as microparticles for insulin release by Sabikeh G. Azimi, F. Mehdi Moosavi, Zahra Khoshbin, Neda Shakour, Sohrab Kazemi

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Dual Dynamic Network Polymer Reinforced Carbon Nanotube Foam With Rapid Self‐Healing and Reversible Cycling Capabilities by Huitao Yu, Can Chen, Yanshuai Duan, Linghang Wang, Mengmeng Qin, Wei Feng

“…Therefore, optimization of molecular structure and modification of phase interfaces are the strategies to produce carbon‐polymer composites with excellent self‐healing and recycling functions.…”
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Wear monitoring method of water-lubricated polymer thrust bearing based on ultrasonic reflection coefficient amplitude spectrum by Changxiong Ning, Fei Hu, Wu Ouyang, Xinpin Yan, Dongling Xu

“…The effects of bearing parameters, objective function, and algorithm parameters on the identification results are simulated and analyzed. …”
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Substituent tuning of Cu coordination polymers enables carbon-efficient CO2 electroreduction to multi-carbon products by Huiying Deng, Tingting Liu, Wenshan Zhao, Jundong Wang, Yuesheng Zhang, Shuzhen Zhang, Yu Yang, Chao Yang, Wenzhi Teng, Zhuo Chen, Gengfeng Zheng, Fengwang Li, Yaqiong Su, Jingshu Hui, Yuhang Wang

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Thermal Transport in Polyethylene Reinforced with H/CH₃/C₂H₅ Functionalized Graphene: A Molecular Dynamics Study by Nava Zarkhah, Mostafa Baghani, Daniel George, Ali Rajabpour, Majid Baniassadi, Mohammadreza Aghaei

“…This study develops non-equilibrium molecular dynamics (NEMD) simulations to investigate the thermal transport properties of polyethylene (PE) reinforced with graphene functionalized by hydrogen (H), methyl (CH₃), and ethyl (C₂H₅) groups with volume fractions of 5–30%. …”
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“Popping the Ion‐Basket”: Enhancing Thermoelectric Performance of Conjugated Polymers by Blending with Latently Dissociable Perovskite Quantum Dots by Hansol Lee, Hoimin Kim, Haedam Jin, Seungju Kang, Tae Woong Yoon, Dongki Lee, Guobing Zhang, Min Kim, Boseok Kang

“…The applicability of this method to a variety of conjugated polymers is also demonstrated. The enhancement in the Seebeck coefficient is attributed to ion‐induced local variations in the polymer work function, which generates an internal energy barrier for charge transport and causes an energy filtering effect.…”
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Selective laser sintering of distinct drug and polymer layers as a novel manufacturing strategy for individually dosed tablets by Jonas Autenrieth, Daniel Hedbom, Maria Strømme, Thomas Kipping, Jonas Lindh, Julian Quodbach

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APPROACHES TO THE SELECTION OF EXCIPIENTS FOR DENTAL GEL WITH CETYLPYRIDINIUM CHLORIDE by E. Yu. Zagorulko, A. S. Karavaeva

“…Materials and methods. In this study, polymers with various gelation mechanisms were considered. …”
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Therapeutic Potential of Proanthocyanidins in Dentistry: A Focus on Periodontal Disease and on Dental Implants in Osteoporotic Patients by Yoshimi Niwano, Shunichi Shishido, Midori Shirato, Hidetsugu Kohzaki, Keisuke Nakamura

“…PACs absorbed by intestinal epithelial cells can function as prooxidants, triggering the nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signaling pathway, which strengthens the gut barrier. …”
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Spray-drying encapsulation of sunflower pollen peptides using carbohydrate polymers: Physicochemical, antioxidant, structural and morphological analysis by Amir Akbarmehr, Seyed Hadi Peighambardoust, Leila Pourhasan, Khashayar Sarabandi

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Evaluation of the Antiviral Activity of Drugs from the Group of Polymer Electrolyte Derivatives against a Wide Range of Viruses by D. N. Razgulyaeva, A. M. Klabukov, A. V. Galochkina, A. V. Garshinina, O. N. Zhuravskaya, I. I. Gavrilova, V. A. Manakhov, N.  A. Nesterova, A. A. Shtro, E. F. Panarin

“…In this regard, the development of new broad-spectrum antiviral drugs is more relevant than ever.The aim of the study was to investigate the antiviral activity and cytotoxicity of copolymers of sodium styrene sulfonate and vinyl monomers of various chemical structures, as well as to identify promising polymers for the development of new antiviral agents.Materials and methods. 14 copolymers of sodium styrene sulfonate (NaSS) with various functional comonomers were synthesized. …”
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Strategy for pattern recognition‐driven optical chemosensing based on polythiophene by Binduja Mohan, Yui Sasaki, Tsuyoshi Minami

“…The chemical sensing at the functionalized side chains can manipulate such polymer characteristics, resulting in various optical patterns depending on the analyte structures and their concentrations. …”
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Monolayer films from poly(lactic acid) PLA/poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate) PHBV blends for food packaging applications by Hosein Pouriman, Kevin Graham, Krishnan Jayaraman

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Synthesis of a Molecularly Imprinted Polymer on Silica-Gel Surfaces for the Selective Adsorption of Indole from Fuel Oil by Yang Cao, Wanzhen Xu, Xiangyang Wu, Yuan Li, Hui Li, Weihong Huang

“…We report a successful synthesis of a molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) by surface imprinting technique. The polymer was then used for selective adsorption of indole from fuel oil. …”
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Biodegradable natural polymers and fibers for 3D printing: A holistic perspective on processing, characterization, and advanced applications by M.A. Shadab Siddiqui, M.S. Rabbi, Radif Uddin Ahmed, Md. Maruf Billah

“…Research in optimizing material composition, processing parameters, and post-processing techniques goes apace to attain the required properties, functionality, and performance. This review provides an outline to researchers and engineers working on 3D printing on the immense potential associated with biodegradable natural polymers and fibers for designing innovative, sustainable, and high-performance products in various applications that contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.…”
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Semi-permeable polymer vesicle-based prooxidative and lactate-depleting nanoreactors with sustained activity against pancreatic cancer by Lili Sun, Qian Pan, Yunfei Li, Yanxi Mu, Yanxi Mu, Yusheng Cheng, Yeqian Feng, Masaru Tanaka, Panyue Wen, Xianling Liu, Xianling Liu

“…Polymer vesicles, also known as polymersomes, consist of polymer membranes enclosing an aqueous core and have attracted significant interest for biomedical applications. …”
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Piezoresistive behaviour of graphene nanoplatelet (GNP)/PMMA spray coated sensors on a polymer matrix composite beam by D. Sethy, S. Makireddi, F. V. Varghese, K. Balasubramaniam

“…The ease in the process of application coupled with good sensitivity demonstrates that the GNP/PMMA spray coated sensor can be a potential candidate for the futuristic multi-functional materials for structural health monitoring.…”
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MXene Hybridized Polymer with Enhanced Electromagnetic Energy Harvest for Sensitized Microwave Actuation and Self-Powered Motion Sensing by Yu-Ze Wang, Yu-Chang Wang, Ting-Ting Liu, Quan-Liang Zhao, Chen-Sha Li, Mao-Sheng Cao

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From Single-Chain Polymeric Nanoparticles to Interpenetrating Polymer Network Organogels: A One-Pot Fabrication Approach by Selin Daglar, Demet Karaca Balta, Binnur Aydogan Temel, Gokhan Temel

“…This work presents a novel strategy that integrates the single-chain folding concept with IPN systems, providing a promising platform for the development of robust and functional polymeric materials with potential applications in advanced materials science.…”
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Anti-icing properties of nonionic/hydrophilic concentrated polymer brushes and mechanistic insights via their swollen-state analysis by Ken Tamamoto, Yuji Kinose, Hikaru Okubo, Ken Nakano, Yoshinobu Tsujii

“…The anti-icing functionality is evaluated by measuring the ice adhesion strength as a function of the temperature and the structural parameters (e.g., density and length) of the polymer brushes. …”
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