Journal
POLYMER
Volume 49, Issue 20, Pages 4309-4327Publisher
ELSEVIER SCI LTD
DOI: 10.1016/j.polymer.2008.08.006
Keywords
silk structure; protein processing; protein solubility
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- Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
- DFG [SCHE603/4-3]
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Silks are protein-based fibers made by arthropods for a variety of task-specific applications. In this article, we review the key features of silk proteins. This article initially focuses on the structure and function of silk proteins produced naturally by silkworms and spiders, followed by the biological and technical processing of silk proteins into a variety of morphologies (including capsules, fibers, films, foams, gels and spheres). Finally, we highlight the potential applications of silk-based materials. (c) 2008 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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