Photoelectric Silk via Genetic Encoding and Bioassisted Plasmonics
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DOI: 10.1002/adbi.202000040
Abstract: Genetically encoded photoelectric silk that can convert photons to electrons (light to electricity) over a wide visible range in a self‐power mode is reported. As silk is a versatile host material with electrical conductivity, biocompatibility,… read more here.
Keywords: photoelectric silk; silk via; mkate2 silk; photoelectric protein ... See more keywords
Microporous drug-eluting large silk particles through cryo-granulation.
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DOI: 10.1002/adem.201801242
Abstract: A facile method for the preparation of large, microporous, drug-loaded particles is presented. High shear bollus injections of silk with cross-linker and drug colloids into super-cooled hexane were utilized to trigger phase separation of silk… read more here.
Keywords: microporous drug; drug eluting; silk particles; eluting large ... See more keywords
Silk Lattice Structures from Unidirectional Silk Fiber–Reinforced Composites for Breaking Energy Absorption
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DOI: 10.1002/adem.201900921
Abstract: Lightweight lattice structures engineered at various length scales have attracted considerable research and development (R&D) efforts. Natural silk fibers and their composites have shown great energy absorption potential and impact resistance. Herein, lattice structures are… read more here.
Keywords: energy; energy absorption; lattice structures; fiber reinforced ... See more keywords
Moisture Sensitive Smart Yarns and Textiles from Self‐Balanced Silk Fiber Muscles
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.201808241
Abstract: Smart textiles that sense, interact, and adapt to environmental stimuli have provided exciting new opportunities for a variety of applications. However, current advances have largely remained at the research stage due to the high cost,… read more here.
Keywords: moisture sensitive; silk fiber; silk; smart textiles ... See more keywords
Nonmulberry Silk Based Ink for Fabricating Mechanically Robust Cardiac Patches and Endothelialized Myocardium-on-a-Chip Application.
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.201907436
Abstract: Bioprinting holds great promise towards engineering functional cardiac tissue constructs for regenerative medicine and as drug test models. However, it is highly limited by the choice of inks that require maintaining a balance between the… read more here.
Keywords: based ink; tissue; silk; mechanically robust ... See more keywords
Shape‐Engineerable Silk Fibroin Papers for Ideal Substrate Alternatives of Plastic Electronics
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202104088
Abstract: Plastic‐based electronics fill the gaps in conventional rigid silicon‐based devices toward the applications in soft interfaces. However, people in the future should also consider their potential environmental impact if tons of non‐degradable plastics are applied.… read more here.
Keywords: shape engineerable; ideal substrate; silk fibroin; plastic electronics ... See more keywords
Engineered Spider Silk Proteins for Biomimetic Spinning of Fibers with Toughness Equal to Dragline Silks
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202200986
Abstract: Spider silk is the toughest fiber found in nature, and bulk production of artificial spider silk that matches its mechanical properties remains elusive. Development of miniature spider silk proteins (mini‐spidroins) has made large‐scale fiber production… read more here.
Keywords: silk; toughness equal; dragline silks; biomimetic spinning ... See more keywords
Spiders Use Structural Conversion of Globular Amyloidogenic Domains to Make Strong Silk Fibers
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202315409
Abstract: Spider silk—an environmentally friendly protein‐based material—is widely recognized for its extraordinary mechanical properties. Biomimetic spider silk‐like fibers made from recombinant spider silk proteins (spidroins) currently falls short compared to natural silks in terms of mechanical… read more here.
Keywords: use structural; silk; spider silk; domains make ... See more keywords
Unraveling the Molecular Origin of Prey‐Wrapping Spider Silk's Unique Mechanical Properties and Assembly Process Using NMR
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202409321
Abstract: Prey wrapping spider silk's unique mechanical properties are investigated confirming the silk's high degree of extensibility and superior toughness compared to other types of spider silk. For the first time, the pre‐spinning dope phase is… read more here.
Keywords: unique mechanical; prey wrapping; silk; spider silk ... See more keywords
Holistic Analysis of Material Properties in Phylogenetically Diverse Spider Silks and Their Influence on Cell Adhesion
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202415945
Abstract: Reconstruction of long‐segment peripheral nerve gaps remains a clinical challenge, as neither autografts nor FDA‐approved nerve conduits achieve satisfactory functional recovery. Conduits filled with native Trichonephila dragline silk show promise for nerve defects exceeding the… read more here.
Keywords: diverse spider; silk; cell adhesion; spider ... See more keywords
Fluorinated Hydrophobic Silk as Platelet Compatible Coatings for Platelet Conservation and Storage Applications
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202508074
Abstract: Platelet transfusions are critical medical procedures for patients experiencing life‐threatening conditions. However, there are challenges owing to the high propensity of platelet activation when exposed to foreign surfaces, leading to aggregation and depletion of platelet… read more here.
Keywords: silk platelet; silk; hydrophobic silk; platelet ... See more keywords