Design of intelligent chitosan/heparin hollow microcapsules for drug delivery
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DOI: 10.1002/app.44425
Abstract: In this study, a novel strategy has been developed for the assembly of polyelectrolyte multilayer (PEM) on CaCO3 templates in acidic pH solutions, where consecutive polyelectrolyte layers (heparin/poly(allylamine hydrochloride) or heparin/chitosan) were deposited on PEM… read more here.
Keywords: chitosan; drug delivery; heparin; hollow microcapsules ... See more keywords
Encapsulation of salicylic acid in acylated low molecular weight chitosan for sustained release topical application
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DOI: 10.1002/app.45273
Abstract: Acylated low molecular weight chitosan was used to encapsulate salicylic acid (SA) for sustained release in topical delivery. Chitosan nanoparticles were prepared from the depolymerization of commercial chitosan and further acylated with short alkyl chains.… read more here.
Keywords: low molecular; weight chitosan; chitosan; sustained release ... See more keywords
Hemostatic Ability of Chitosan-Phosphate Inspired by Coagulation Mechanisms of Platelet Polyphosphates.
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DOI: 10.1002/mabi.201700378
Abstract: Hemostatic materials have been studied to minimize bleeding time. Recently, polyphosphate (polyP) have received attention as potential hemostatic compounds, which are released from activated platelets. Long polyP chains are essential to form thick fibrin clots.… read more here.
Keywords: water; chi; chitosan; hemostatic ability ... See more keywords
Development of chitosan-coated agar-gelatin particles for probiotic delivery and targeted release in the gastrointestinal tract
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DOI: 10.1007/s00253-020-10632-w
Abstract: This study reports the development of a novel and simple formulation for probiotic delivery using chitosan-coated agar-gelatin gel particles. This methodology involves the production of agar-gelatin particles by thermally treating a mixture of agar and… read more here.
Keywords: methodology; agar gelatin; gelatin particles; chitosan ... See more keywords
Rational Design of Bioactive and Antibacterial Efficient Nano-ZnO Loaded Chitosan Dressing for Improved Wound Healing after Femoral Fracture Surgery and Nursing Care Management
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DOI: 10.1007/s10876-020-01807-6
Abstract: The present work deals with the preparation of bio-nanocomposite for enhanced antibacterial activity and its application on surgical care. Chitosan-ZnO nanocomposite was prepared by direct addition of dissolved chitosan with zinc nitrate and sodium hydroxide… read more here.
Keywords: wound healing; zno; chitosan; spectroscopy ... See more keywords
Exploration of the Effect of Chitosan and Crosslinking Agent Concentration on the Properties of Dual Responsive Chitosan-g-Poly (N-Isopropylacrylamide) Co-polymeric Particles
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DOI: 10.1007/s10924-017-0971-z
Abstract: The objective of the present study was to synthesize and evaluate the effect of change in concentration of chitosan (CS) and N,N-methylenebisacrylamide (MBA)- a cross linking agent, on various properties such as lower critical solution… read more here.
Keywords: particle size; zeta potential; chitosan poly; chitosan ... See more keywords
A novel biocoagulant agent from mushroom chitosan as water and wastewater therapy
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DOI: 10.1007/s11356-017-9560-x
Abstract: A new commercial cationic polyelectrolyte chitosan (CM), obtained from the waste of mushroom production, was examined using models of water and wastewater namely kaolin and palm oil mill effluent (pome). As it is biocompatible, widely… read more here.
Keywords: chitosan; water wastewater; chitosan mushroom; mushroom ... See more keywords
Utilization of biodegradable chitosan-derived sponges as oil retainers
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DOI: 10.1007/s11356-020-09162-9
Abstract: An innovative approach of chitosan-derived biodegradable sponges with high sorption capacity, excellent recyclability, and inherent oleophilic properties have been developed for the first time to remove the crude oil polluting the environment. Chitosan-nitrogen mustard ionic… read more here.
Keywords: derived sponges; chitosan; chitosan derived; biodegradable chitosan ... See more keywords
Spectroscopic and Antimicrobial Activity of Hybrid Chitosan/Silica Membranes doped with Al2O3 Nanoparticles
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DOI: 10.1007/s12633-018-9986-x
Abstract: Chitosan/silica nanocomposite membrane doped with Al2O3 nanoparticles is prepared via sol–gel route by mixing the inorganic silica-based in the chitosan matrix. Understanding the interaction between chitosan molecules as a natural biopolymer and aluminosilicate as a… read more here.
Keywords: chitosan silica; silica; chitosan; al2o3 nanoparticles ... See more keywords
Investigation of C–N Formation Between Catechols and Chitosan for the Formation of a Strong, Novel Adhesive Mimicking Mussel Adhesion
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DOI: 10.1007/s12649-020-01110-5
Abstract: Abstract Mussel-inspired catechol-containing polymers provide a promising basis for developing strong biogenic adhesives. In order to develop such an adhesive, chitosan was functionalized with protocatechuic acid (PCA) via a Michael-type addition. Kinetic models for the… read more here.
Keywords: investigation formation; adhesion; mussel; chitosan ... See more keywords
Potential of different salt forming agents on the formation of chitosan nanoparticles as carriers for protein drug delivery systems
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DOI: 10.1007/s40005-017-0369-x
Abstract: The effects of salt forming agents for chitosan on the potential for nanoparticle formation was investigated. The salt forms were prepared from the amino acid group, including glutamic and aspartic acids, and the alpha hydroxyl… read more here.
Keywords: salt forming; salt; formation; chitosan ... See more keywords