Journal of Functional Biomaterials,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
16(1), С. 20 - 20
Опубликована: Янв. 10, 2025
In
recent
years,
several
studies
have
focused
on
the
development
of
sustainable,
biocompatible,
and
biodegradable
films
with
potential
applications
in
wound
healing
dressing
systems.
Natural
macromolecules,
particularly
proteins,
emerged
as
attractive
alternatives
to
synthetic
polymers
due
their
biocompatibility,
biodegradability,
low
immunogenicity,
adaptability.
Among
these
keratin,
extracted
from
waste
wool,
fibroin,
derived
Bombyx
mori
cocoons,
exhibit
exceptional
properties
such
mechanical
strength,
cell
adhesion
capabilities,
suitability
for
various
fabrication
methods.
These
proteins
can
also
be
functionalized
antimicrobial,
antioxidant,
anti-inflammatory
compounds,
making
them
highly
versatile
biomedical
applications.
This
review
highlights
promising
keratin-
fibroin-based
innovative
platforms
healing,
emphasizing
advantages
prospects
they
offer
creating
next-generation
devices.
International Journal of Polymer Science,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
2025(1)
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2025
Animal‐based
fiber‐reinforced
polymer
composites
represent
a
promising
and
versatile
field
of
research,
characterized
by
their
controllable
properties
the
emergence
innovative
processing
techniques.
This
review
comprehensively
examines
existing
literature
to
address
critical
question,
“which
animal‐derived
fiber,
when
integrated
into
matrix,
yields
optimal
enhancement
in
mechanical
properties?”
investigated
interactions
between
animal
fibers
polymeric
matrices
focusing
on
this
considering
factors
such
as
fiber
content,
length,
surface
modification,
methods.
Key
findings
include
strong
exhibited
chicken
feather
with
polypropylene,
polylactic
acid,
polyester.
Cow
hair
were
found
be
compatible
polyester,
low‐density
polyethylene.
Goat
demonstrated
exceptional
reinforced
linear
polyethylene
Furthermore,
epoxy
was
particularly
suitable
for
silk
fibers.
These
underscore
potential
fiber–reinforced
wide
range
applications,
including
automotive,
aerospace,
sports
goods,
construction,
energy
storage
devices,
offering
sustainable,
environment‐friendly
yet
mechanically
reliable
alternative.
In
nutshell,
uprising
trend
use
origin
reinforcements
is
addressed
review.
Polymers,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
17(3), С. 408 - 408
Опубликована: Фев. 4, 2025
This
review
explores
the
potential
of
biopolymers
as
sustainable
alternatives
to
conventional
plastics
in
food
packaging.
Biopolymers
derived
from
plant
or
animal
sources
are
crucial
extending
shelf
life,
minimizing
degradation,
and
protecting
against
oxidative
microbial
agents.
Their
physical
chemical
properties,
influenced
by
raw
materials
used,
determine
their
suitability
for
specific
applications.
have
been
successfully
used
fruits,
vegetables,
meats,
dairy
products,
offering
antimicrobial
antioxidant
benefits.
Consequently,
they
represent
a
functional
eco-friendly
solution
packaging
industry,
contributing
sustainability
while
maintaining
product
quality.
Journal of Functional Biomaterials,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
16(1), С. 20 - 20
Опубликована: Янв. 10, 2025
In
recent
years,
several
studies
have
focused
on
the
development
of
sustainable,
biocompatible,
and
biodegradable
films
with
potential
applications
in
wound
healing
dressing
systems.
Natural
macromolecules,
particularly
proteins,
emerged
as
attractive
alternatives
to
synthetic
polymers
due
their
biocompatibility,
biodegradability,
low
immunogenicity,
adaptability.
Among
these
keratin,
extracted
from
waste
wool,
fibroin,
derived
Bombyx
mori
cocoons,
exhibit
exceptional
properties
such
mechanical
strength,
cell
adhesion
capabilities,
suitability
for
various
fabrication
methods.
These
proteins
can
also
be
functionalized
antimicrobial,
antioxidant,
anti-inflammatory
compounds,
making
them
highly
versatile
biomedical
applications.
This
review
highlights
promising
keratin-
fibroin-based
innovative
platforms
healing,
emphasizing
advantages
prospects
they
offer
creating
next-generation
devices.
