Controlled release behavior of zinc-loaded carboxymethyl cellulose and carrageenan hydrogels and their effects on wheatgrass growth
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DOI: 10.1007/s10965-019-1950-y
Abstract: Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (NaCMC) and carrageenan (CG) hydrogels were synthesized for potential use in the growth of wheatgrass plant. The water absorbency and gel content properties of prepared hydrogels were investigated. Water absorbency was reduced… read more here.
Keywords: carrageenan hydrogels; zinc; zinc loaded; carboxymethyl cellulose ... See more keywords
Swelling of kappa carrageenan hydrogels in simulated body fluid for hypothetical vessel occlusion applications
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DOI: 10.1177/08853282221110357
Abstract: The swelling ability of kappa-carrageenan (KC) hydrogels was investigated in simulated body fluid (SBF). The SBF mimics the ionic concentrations in the vasa deferentia of human males. The study clarifies if these hydrogels can be… read more here.
Keywords: body fluid; simulated body; carrageenan hydrogels; kappa carrageenan ... See more keywords