Review
Materials Science, Composites
Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin, Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai, Mohammad Jawaid, Togay Ozbakkaloglu
Summary: The rise in environmental awareness worldwide has led researchers to focus on using cellulosic fibers as reinforcement in polymer matrices, which are cheap, renewable, and exhibit great potential for enhancing polymer composites. Cellulosic fiber reinforced composites have seen increasing use in various applications in recent years, benefiting fiber plant cultivation and the economy. Research in this area continues to attract interest from industry and academia, with potential applications in automotive, aerospace, construction, and other sectors.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Lu Elfa Peng, Zhe Yang, Li Long, Shenghua Zhou, Hao Guo, Chuyang Y. Tang
Summary: Recent studies show that the performance of TFC membranes is significantly affected by their substrates, influencing the formation of polyamide rejection layers and regulating water and solute transport pathways. This comprehensive review evaluates the effects of substrate pore structure and chemistry on water permeance, selectivity, and fouling performance of TFC membranes, providing insights for future membrane development and optimization.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Teng-Bo Ma, Hao Ma, Kun-Peng Ruan, Xue-Tao Shi, Hua Qiu, Sheng-Yuan Gao, Jun-Wei Gu
Summary: This work presents a facile fabrication strategy for thermally conductive graphite nanosheets/poly(lactic acid) sheets with ordered GNPs via FDM 3D printing. Superior EMI SE and thermal conductivity were achieved by combining the o-GNPs/PLA with Ti3C2Tx films.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Kunpeng Ruan, Junwei Gu
Summary: In this study, liquid crystalline modification was performed on graphene fluoride (LC-GeF) to achieve ordered alignment, and a thermally conductive liquid crystalline polyimide (LC-PI) matrix was utilized to fabricate thermally conductive LC-GeF/LC-PI composite films. These films exhibited significantly improved thermal conductivity, insulation, mechanical, and thermal properties compared to normal PI films and LC-PI films.
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Shijie (Gabriel) Kou, Linda Peters, Michael Mucalo
Summary: This article discusses the various applications of chitosan, including its antimicrobial properties, wound healing promotion, and effects on cancer and the immune system. By introducing the molecular chain configuration model, the mechanisms of interactions between chitosan and bacteria, cancer, and wound healing are explained. The article concludes that chitosan is an important polymer with promising potential in medicine due to its multiple beneficial bioactivities and mechanisms of action.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Review
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Malin Wohlert, Tobias Benselfelt, Lars Wagberg, Istvan Furo, Lars A. Berglund, Jakob Wohlert
Summary: In the cellulose scientific community, hydrogen bonding is often exaggerated in its importance, as it is just one of several molecular interactions and relatively weak, sensitive to the environment.
Article
Polymer Science
Antonio Ragusa, Valentina Notarstefano, Alessandro Svelato, Alessia Belloni, Giorgia Gioacchini, Christine Blondeel, Emma Zucchelli, Caterina De Luca, Sara D'Avino, Alessandra Gulotta, Oliana Carnevali, Elisabetta Giorgini
Summary: This study discovered the presence of microplastic contamination, which poses potential health risks. The analysis of breastmilk samples revealed the presence of microplastics with various shapes and compositions, indicating that human exposure to microplastics is inevitable.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ying Liu, Liguo Shen, Zhengyi Huang, Jiahao Liu, Yanchao Xu, Renjie Li, Meijia Zhang, Huachang Hong, Hongjun Lin
Summary: In this study, a PVDF-Ni-Co membrane was fabricated using an in-situ reduction method, showing excellent conductivity, magnetism, and in-situ micro-aeration function. The membrane exhibited outstanding decoloration efficiency to RB, CR, and MB solutions, with a rejection rate of 98.33% to CR solution. Additionally, in-situ micro-aeration was confirmed to be critical in enhancing membrane antifouling performance.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
R. A. Ilyas, M. Y. M. Zuhri, Mohd Nor Faiz Norrrahim, Muhammad Syukri Mohamad Misenan, Mohd Azwan Jenol, Sani Amril Samsudin, N. M. Nurazzi, M. R. M. Asyraf, A. B. M. Supian, Sneh Punia Bangar, R. Nadlene, Shubham Sharma, Abdoulhdi A. Borhana Omran
Summary: This review focuses on the characteristics and applications of PCL-based biocomposites. PCL plays a significant role in tissue engineering and medical implants, and its importance has been increasing in the development of biocomposites in recent years. The utilization of nanomaterials in PCL-based biocomposites is also discussed.
Article
Polymer Science
R. A. Ilyas, M. Y. M. Zuhri, H. A. Aisyah, M. R. M. Asyraf, S. A. Hassan, E. S. Zainudin, S. M. Sapuan, S. Sharma, S. P. Bangar, R. Jumaidin, Y. Nawab, A. A. M. Faudzi, H. Abral, M. Asrofi, E. Syafri, N. H. Sari
Summary: This article presents the research progress and characteristics of polyactic acid (PLA) and its natural fiber-based green composites. PLA, as a thermoplastic polymer, has wide potential in replacing traditional polymers. Green composites, with advantages such as degradability, recyclability, high strength, and low toxicity, have been extensively used in fields like packaging and medicine. The article also discusses the research issues, challenges, and future development directions of PLA-based green composites.
Article
Polymer Science
Jaya Baranwal, Brajesh Barse, Antonella Fais, Giovanna Lucia Delogu, Amit Kumar
Summary: Biopolymers are highly valuable functional materials that attract researchers and professionals from various disciplines. Interdisciplinary research is crucial to explore the fundamental and applied aspects of biopolymers in addressing complex problems related to health and well-being. Efforts have been made to replace synthetic polymers with biodegradable materials derived from natural resources to reduce environmental impact. This review focuses on the diverse applications of biopolymers in the food and medical industry and provides an outlook for the future of this industry.
Review
Polymer Science
Nur-Azzah Afifah Binti Taib, Md Rezaur Rahman, Durul Huda, Kuok King Kuok, Sinin Hamdan, Muhammad Khusairy Bin Bakri, Muhammad Rafiq Mirza Bin Julaihi, Afrasyab Khan
Summary: Biodegradable plastics, particularly poly lactic acid (PLA), have emerged as promising alternatives to conventional petroleum-based plastics, due to their wide availability, safe decomposition, and comparable properties to traditional plastics. The demand for PLA has led to a steady growth in the global market, making it a popular choice in various industries.
Review
Polymer Science
Ammar Elsheikh
Summary: This review article discusses the application of bistable morphing composites in energy harvesting. It covers the actuating techniques to change the shape of the composite structure, mathematical modeling of the dynamic behavior, and the use of artificial intelligence techniques for optimization and prediction.
Review
Polymer Science
Muhammad Azeem, Muhammad Hanif, Khalid Mahmood, Nabeela Ameer, Fazal Rahman Sajid Chughtai, Usman Abid
Summary: Flavonoids, such as quercetin, are powerful natural antioxidants and cytotoxic compounds found in many fruits and vegetables. A recent review highlighted the various roles of quercetin in the medical field, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, antidiabetic, anticancerous, and anti-inflammatory effects. The review also discussed the use of quercetin complexes in drug delivery systems and therapeutic interventions.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wenhao Pan, Xiaoliang Qi, Yajing Xiang, Shengye You, Erya Cai, Teng Gao, Xianqin Tong, Rongdang Hu, Jianliang Shen, Hui Deng
Summary: This study successfully constructed a hydrogel dressing with excellent ROS scavenging and antibacterial properties, which can promote wound healing and improve the therapeutic effects of skin defect models in diabetic rats.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rehan M. El-Shabasy, Mohamed A. Nayel, Mohamed M. Taher, Rehab Abdelmonem, Kamel R. Shoueir, El Rafaie Kenawy
Summary: It has been over a year since the first case of COVID-19 was reported in China. The world has witnessed three waves of the virus, with varying characteristics and challenges. Despite a decrease in the sense of danger in most countries, the emergence of new variant strains has raised concerns again. The mutations in COVID-19 have presented an extreme challenge in preventing and treating the virus, and there are still many unanswered questions about the effectiveness of vaccines and the need for annual doses.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Rushdan Ahmad Ilyas, Humaira Alias Aisyah, Abu Hassan Nordin, Norzita Ngadi, Mohamed Yusoff Mohd Zuhri, Muhammad Rizal Muhammad Asyraf, Salit Mohd Sapuan, Edi Syams Zainudin, Shubham Sharma, Hairul Abral, Mochamad Asrofi, Edi Syafri, Nasmi Herlina Sari, Mazlan Rafidah, Sharifah Zarina Syed Zakaria, Muhammad Rizal Razman, Nuriah Abd Majid, Zuliskandar Ramli, Ashraf Azmi, Sneh Punia Bangar, Rushdan Ibrahim
Summary: This review article focuses on the use of green composites from natural fibers, particularly chitosan, in the development of biodegradable materials. Natural fiber composites have numerous advantages such as durability, low cost, low weight, high specific strength, environmental friendliness, and biodegradability. Chitosan, a natural fiber, can be processed into various forms and has been found to possess high thermal stability and good physical and chemical properties. Chitosan-based green composites have wide applicability in industries such as biomedicine, cosmetology, papermaking, wastewater treatment, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals.
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Mohammad Khajavian, Vahid Vatanpour, Roberto Castro-Munoz, Grzegorz Boczkaj
Summary: The high molecular weight of chitin poses challenges for its extraction due to solubility issues, while chitosan faces limitations in industrialization due to poor mechanical stability and plasticity of its films caused by incompatible solvent interactions. Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) offer a solution for these challenges, and show potential in various chitosan and chitin productions.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wei Peng, Dan Li, Kaili Dai, Yixi Wang, Ping Song, Hairui Li, Pei Tang, Zhenyu Zhang, Zhengyong Li, Yuchi Zhou, Changchun Zhou
Summary: This review summarizes the recent progress in skin repair and wound dressing regeneration biomaterials research, including clinical research, classification, composition, performance, and biological function characteristics of different biomaterials. The future development direction is also discussed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Jialong Li, Xiaoxu Liu, Yu Feng, Jinghua Yin
Summary: Since the discovery of graphene in 2004, research on 2D nanosheets embedded in polymer composites has grown rapidly. This article summarizes the preparation of various 2D nanosheets and discusses their effects on the performance of polymer nanocomposites. The relationships between the structure of 2D nanosheets and the properties of polymer composites are also explored, and the structural design of polymer composites is evaluated. Finally, the article discusses the future prospects and challenges.
PROGRESS IN POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
