Near-infrared
(NIR)
transparent
optical
filters
show
great
promise
in
night
vision
and
receiving
windows.
However,
NIR
are
generally
prepared
by
laborious,
environmentally
unfriendly
processes
that
involve
metal
oxides
or
petroleum-based
polymers.
We
propose
a
lignin
capturing-fusing
approach
to
manufacturing
biofilters
based
on
molecular
collaboration
between
cellulose
from
waste
agricultural
biomass.
In
this
process,
is
captured
via
self-assembly
network;
then,
the
fused
fill
gaps
hold
fibers
tightly.
The
resulting
biofilter
featured
dense
structure
smooth
surface
with
transmittance
of
~90%,
ultralow
haze
close
0%,
strong
ultraviolet-visible
light
blocking
(~100%
at
400
nm
57.58%
98.59%
550
nm).
Further,
has
comprehensive
stability,
including
water
solvent
thermal
environmental
stability.
Because
its
unique
properties,
demonstrates
potential
applications
region,
such
as
an
NIR-transmitting
window,
vision,
privacy
protection.
These
represent
promising
route
produce
starting
lignocellulose
biomass
waste.
Food Control,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
155, P. 110040 - 110040
Published: Aug. 14, 2023
Human
exposure
to
chemical
contaminants
in
food
has
resulted
into
various
health
related
problems.
To
prevent
and
mitigate
hazardous
food,
it
is
imperative
understand
the
sources
resultant
problems
when
exposed.
The
article,
therefore,
brings
light
issue
of
contamination
which
become
a
growing
concern
due
its
potential
harm
human
health.
This
line
with
United
Nations'
sustainable
development
goal
number
three,
seeks
substantial
reduction
illnesses
from
by
2030.
It
covers
range
topics,
including
contamination,
that
can
arise
these
contaminants,
presence
naturally
occurring
food.
article
emphasizes
production
process,
processing,
packaging,
transportation,
storage,
greatly
contribute
contamination.
suggests
appropriate
legislative
measures,
along
strong
surveillance
enforcement,
help
reduce
amount
achieve
this,
advocates
for
continued
minimal
There
need
consider
economic
impact
diseases
caused
toxic
global
sustainability
best
practices
goals.
Finally,
adopting
around
world,
we
bridge
knowledge
gaps
provide
benefits
developing
countries.
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(17), P. 3607 - 3607
Published: Aug. 30, 2023
This
comprehensive
review
begins
by
tracing
the
historical
development
and
progress
of
cold
plasma
technology
as
an
innovative
approach
to
polymer
engineering.
The
study
emphasizes
versatility
derived
from
a
variety
sources
including
low-pressure
glow
discharges
(e.g.,
radiofrequency
capacitively
coupled
plasmas)
atmospheric
pressure
plasmas
dielectric
barrier
devices,
piezoelectric
plasmas).
It
critically
examines
key
operational
parameters
such
reduced
electric
field,
pressure,
discharge
type,
gas
type
flow
rate,
substrate
temperature,
gap,
how
these
variables
affect
properties
synthesized
or
modified
polymers.
also
discusses
application
in
surface
modification,
underscoring
changes
wettability,
adhesion,
biocompatibility)
can
be
achieved
controlling
various
processes
(etching,
roughening,
crosslinking,
functionalization,
crystallinity).
A
detailed
examination
Plasma-Enhanced
Chemical
Vapor
Deposition
(PECVD)
reveals
its
efficacy
producing
thin
polymeric
films
array
precursors.
Yasuda’s
models,
Rapid
Step-Growth
Polymerization
(RSGP)
Competitive
Ablation
(CAP),
are
explained
fundamental
mechanisms
underpinning
plasma-assisted
deposition
polymerization
processes.
Then,
wide
applications
is
explored,
biomedical
where
it
used
creating
smart
drug
delivery
systems
biodegradable
implants,
role
enhancing
performance
membrane-based
filtration
crucial
for
water
purification,
separation,
energy
production.
investigates
potential
improving
bioplastics
exciting
prospects
developing
self-healing
materials
using
this
technology.
Sustainable Food Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
2(3), P. 548 - 566
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Motivated
by
the
urgent
need
to
address
environmental
concerns
associated
with
traditional
food
packaging,
this
review
explores
shift
towards
sustainable,
bio-based
packaging
solutions.
Advanced Industrial and Engineering Polymer Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 1, 2024
Bio-based
polymers
have
garnered
significant
interest
across
the
manufacturing
industry,
global
economy,
and
various
engineering
disciplines
such
as
packaging,
tissue
engineering,
controlled
drug
delivery,
wound
dressing,
textiles.
In
current
era,
bio-based
polymers,
notably
polysaccharides,
offer
a
promising
platform
for
constructing
intricate
versatile
structures
in
biomedical
sector.
These
encompass
applications
regenerative
medicine
(TERM),
delivery
devices,
coatings
wearable
sensors,
thanks
to
their
distinctive
features
inherent
biocompatibility,
flexibility,
stretchability,
mechanical
strength,
renewability,
physiological
activity,
favorable
biological
environment.
this
review,
we
concise
overview
of
diverse
types
polysaccharide-based
composites,
properties,
interactions
with
specific
cells
tissues.
The
review
encompasses
recent
progress
scaffolds
designed
cartilage,
skin,
neural,
vascular,
cardiac,
bone
regeneration,
employing
both
conventional
modern
techniques.
Additionally,
it
delves
into
development
other
biodegradable
including
systems
(DDSs),
antibacterial
on
medical
electronic
devices
healthcare
Furthermore,
also
elucidates
research
directions
future
perspectives
while
emphasizing
importance
regulatory
approvals
commitment
environmental
sustainability.
This
well-organized
critical
is
expected
assist
practitioners
researchers
gaining
deeper
understanding
trends,
challenges,
potential
solutions,
thereby
harnessing
immense
biomaterials
system.
utilization
polysaccharides
sector
aligns
principles
nature,
contributing
reduction
carbon
dioxide
emissions
supporting
Sustainable
Development
Goals
United
Nations.
