Journal of Applied Toxicology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 12, 2024
Resorcinol-formaldehyde
aerogel
(RFa)
is
a
unique
nanomaterial
composed
of
polymer
nanoparticles
with
three-dimensional
network
structure.
Our
previous
studies
have
demonstrated
its
application
in
the
separation
and
purification
alkaloids,
we
are
exploring
potential
as
drug
delivery
carrier.
Therefore,
it
necessary
to
comprehensively
understand
vivo
toxicity
profile
RFa
evaluate
oral
biosafety.
In
this
work,
systematically
evaluated
acute
subchronic
both
male
female
Kunming
mice.
During
14-day
test,
dose
administered
(M
=
580
mg/kg)
was
converted
from
clinical
adsorbed
alkaloids
on
RFa.
The
mice
were
gavaged
only
once
observed
continuously
for
14
days.
There
no
abnormalities,
pathological
changes
major
organs
(heart,
liver,
spleen,
lungs,
kidneys,
testes,
ovaries)
detected,
followed
by
12-week
test
at
1/4M,
1/2M,
M.
All
orally
daily
regularly
throughout
experimental
period.
As
result,
abnormalities
found
body
weights,
food
intake,
organ
coefficients.
Tissue
section
revealed
organs.
addition,
there
significant
differences
hematological,
blood
biochemical,
coagulation
parameters
compared
control
group.
These
results
showed
that
well
tolerated
these
dosage
levels
did
not
cause
toxic
effects
This
study,
part
broad
research
program
biosafety
nanomaterials,
provided
assurance
subsequent
study
biomedical
applications.
Gels,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(4), P. 266 - 266
Published: April 15, 2024
Aerogel
fibers,
characterized
by
their
ultra-low
density
and
thermal
conductivity,
are
an
ideal
candidate
for
personal
management
as
they
hold
the
potential
to
effectively
reduce
energy
consumption
of
room
heating
significantly
contribute
conservation.
However,
most
aerogel
fibers
have
weak
mechanical
properties
or
require
complex
manufacturing
processes.
In
this
study,
simple
continuous
silk
fibroin–agarose
composite
(SCAFs)
were
prepared
mixing
agarose
with
fibroin
through
wet
spinning
rapid
gelation,
followed
solvent
replacement
supercritical
carbon
dioxide
treatment.
Among
them,
gelation
SCAFs
was
achieved
using
physical
methods
heat-reversible
gel
properties,
simplifying
preparation
process.
Hydrophobic
(HSCAFs)
a
chemical
vapor
deposition
(CVD)
method.
After
CVD,
HSCAFs’
skeletons
uniformly
coated
silica
layer
containing
methyl
groups,
endowing
them
outstanding
radial
elasticity.
Moreover,
HSCAFs
exhibited
low
(≤0.153
g/cm3),
large
specific
surface
area
(≥254.0
m2/g),
high
porosity
(91.1–94.7%),
excellent
hydrophobicity
(a
water
contact
angle
136.8°).
More
importantly,
showed
insulation
performance
in
low-temperature
(−60
°C)
high-temperature
(140
environments.
The
designed
may
provide
new
approach
high-performance
management.
IGI Global eBooks,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 63 - 94
Published: March 14, 2025
Aerogels
have
garnered
significant
attention
in
recent
years
owing
to
their
unique
properties,
such
as
ultra-low
density,
high
surface
area,
and
excellent
thermal
insulation.
These
characteristics
make
aerogels
promising
candidates
for
various
applications,
including
sensing.
This
work
presents
a
comprehensive
review
of
composites
utilized
sensing
applications.
We
discuss
the
synthesis
methods
functionalization
techniques
tailor
properties.
Recent
advancements
development
aerogel-based
sensors
detecting
analytes
are
also
discussed.
Overall,
hold
great
potential
advancing
technologies
diverse
fields
ranging
from
environmental
monitoring
biomedical
diagnostics.
IGI Global eBooks,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 229 - 262
Published: March 14, 2025
Aerogels
are
a
class
of
materials
known
for
their
exceptional
physical
properties,
characterized
by
high
porosity
and
low
density.
They
composed
network
interconnected
nanoparticles
or
polymers,
resulting
in
solid
with
porous
structure
filled
gas.
This
unique
imparts
several
advantageous
physicochemical
properties
to
aerogels,
including
surface
area,
thermal
conductivity,
porosity.
These
make
aerogels
promising
candidates
various
applications,
such
as
insulation,
catalysis,
drug
delivery,
environmental
remediation.
chapter
focuses
on
the
types
aerogels.
IGI Global eBooks,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 203 - 228
Published: March 14, 2025
Aerogels,
with
their
exceptional
properties
including
ultra-low
density,
high
surface
area,
and
superior
thermal
insulation,
have
garnered
significant
attention
across
various
fields
of
research
application.
In
this
abstract,
we
delve
into
the
future
perspectives
aerogel-based
research,
highlighting
emerging
trends
potential
directions.
One
promising
avenue
is
advancement
aerogel
manufacturing
techniques,
aiming
for
scalability,
cost-effectiveness,
environmental
sustainability.
Additionally,
integration
aerogels
novel
applications
such
as
energy
storage,
catalysis,
biomedical
devices
presents
exciting
opportunities
innovation.
Furthermore,
exploring
in
like
aerospace,
wearable
technology,
remediation
holds
promise
transformative
breakthroughs.
This
abstract
provides
a
glimpse
landscape
emphasizing
importance
continued
exploration
innovation
harnessing
remarkable
these
materials
IGI Global eBooks,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 119 - 146
Published: March 14, 2025
Aerogels
have
garnered
significant
attention
in
biomedical
applications
due
to
their
unique
properties.
This
review
explores
three
key
areas:
biosensing,
imaging,
and
bone
regeneration.
In
aerogels
serve
as
excellent
platforms
for
immobilizing
biomolecules,
enabling
sensitive
detection
of
analytes
through
various
mechanisms
such
fluorescence
or
surface
plasmon
resonance.
low
density
high
area
make
promising
candidates
contrast
agents
drug
delivery
vehicles
magnetic
resonance
imaging
computed
tomography.
Furthermore,
biocompatibility
tunable
porosity
render
suitable
scaffolds
regeneration,
promoting
cell
adhesion,
proliferation,
mineralization.
abstract
underscores
the
multifaceted
roles
play
addressing
diverse
challenges,
paving
way
future
breakthroughs
healthcare.
