Cationic Modified PVA Hydrogels Provide Low Friction and Excellent Mechanical Properties for Potential Cartilage and Orthopedic Applications.
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DOI: 10.1002/mabi.202200275
Abstract: Poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) hydrogel is a promising candidate for articular cartilage repair yet restrained by its mechanical strength and tribological property. Current work reports a newly designed PVA-based hydrogel modified by glycerol (g), bacterial cellulose… read more here.
Keywords: hydrogel; friction; cartilage; modified pva ... See more keywords
Modified PVA (polyvinyl alcohol) biomaterials as carriers for simultaneous removal of nitrate, Cd (II), and Mn (II): performance and microbial community
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DOI: 10.1007/s11356-020-09114-3
Abstract: The ecological toxicity and potential risks of heavy metals that coexist with nitrates in wastewater have aroused public attention. This study developed an immobilized Fe 3 O 4 @Cu/PVA mixotrophic reactor (Fe 3 O 4… read more here.
Keywords: alcohol biomaterials; modified pva; polyvinyl alcohol; performance ... See more keywords
Antimicrobial and Mechanical Properties of Ag@Ti3C2Tx-Modified PVA Composite Hydrogels Enhanced with Quaternary Ammonium Chitosan
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DOI: 10.3390/polym15102352
Abstract: Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a polymeric material with good biocompatibility, excellent hydrophilicity, and a large number of hydroxyl groups. However, due to its insufficient mechanical properties and poor inhibition of bacteria, it has a lack… read more here.
Keywords: ti3c2tx modified; antimicrobial mechanical; modified pva; mechanical properties ... See more keywords