Preparation of Alginate-Based Biomaterials and Their Applications in Biomedicine

Alginates are naturally occurring polysaccharides extracted from brown marine algae and bacteria. Being biocompatible, biodegradable, non-toxic and easy to gel, alginates can be processed into various forms, such as hydrogels, microspheres, fibers and sponges, and have been widely applied in biomedical field. The present review provides an overview of the properties and processing methods of alginates, as well as their applications in wound healing, tissue repair and drug delivery in recent years.

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Alginates are natural polysaccharides extracted from brown marine algae and bacteria, known for their biocompatibility, biodegradability, non-toxicity, and gel formation properties. They can be processed into various forms like hydrogels, microspheres, fibers, and sponges, and have found wide applications in wound healing, tissue repair, and drug delivery in recent years.