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Effect of Mesoporous Bioactive Glass on the Morphology and Thermal Properties of PLA‐Based Biocomposites for Bone Tissue Engineering

Polymer Engineering &Science, EarlyView.
Schematic overview of the preparation and characterization of PLA‐based biocomposites containing mesoporous bioactive glass, highlighting the relationship between particle morphology, composite properties, and their potential for bone regeneration. ABSTRACT The present study proposes the development of a potential biocomposite for bone regeneration by ...
Bruna Segat, Luis Guilherme Silva Rosa, Felippe Migliato Marega, Luiz Antonio Pessan, Lidiane Cristina Costa, Daniela Becker   +5 more
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Exploring biofiber properties and their influence on biocomposite tensile properties

Polymer International, EarlyView.
The study measured the physical, flow and chemical properties of 10 biofibers. It characterized the tensile properties of derived biocomposites and linked them using regression models, showing robust predictive performance. Abstract Biofibers serve as effective reinforcements for neat polylactic acid (PLA) in biocomposites, offering an attractive ...
Oluwafemi A. Oyedeji, Jocelyn Hess, Xianhui Zhao, Luke Williams, Rachel Emerson, Erin Webb   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Performance enhancement of hybrid kenaf/bamboo fibre-reinforced bio-epoxy composites for sustainable structural applications

Journal of Materials Research and Technology
In this study, bamboo (B) and kenaf (K) fibres were employed as reinforcements in bio-epoxy matrices to develop biocomposites, aiming to evaluate their mechanical, thermal, and morphological properties.
Sameer A. Awad, Omar Awayssa, Mohammad Jawaid, Ahmad Safwan Ismail, Naheed Saba, Mariyum Yaseen, Mohini Sain, Hassan Fouad   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Mechanically robust biochar‐modified polystyrene foam with enhanced flame retardancy using halogen‐free additives

Polymer International, EarlyView.
Halogen‐free biocomposite polystyrene foams were fabricated via pilot‐scale supercritical CO2 extrusion using expandable graphite, melamine polyphosphate, biochar, and recycled polymer. The optimized formulation exhibited refined cellular morphology, enhanced flame retardancy (limiting oxygen index of 25%, rapid self‐extinguishing), and improved ...
Apurv Gaidhani, Harasavardanan Velumani Jayaraman, Stephan Edwards, Lauren Tribe, Paul Charpentier   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Nutritional properties, traditional uses and potential new applications for the sotol plant (Asparagaceae, Convallarioideae): A review

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Sotol (Dasylirion spp.) is a resilient desert plant that sustains ecosystems, cultures and livelihoods in Chihuahua Desert. Our review highlights its nutritional properties, traditional uses and potential new applications in food, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy and water remediation. By synthesizing evidence across disciplines, we show how sotol can
Dámaris Leopoldina Ojeda Barrios, Antonio Martínez Ruiz, Marisela Calderón Jurado, Ramón Saúl Luján Aguirre, Juan Luis Jacobo Cuellar, Oscar Sariñana‐Aldaco, María Teresa Martínez Damián, Oscar Cruz Alvarez   +7 more
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Recent Advances in Microalgae‐Based Functional Coatings and Films for Food Packaging Applications: Opportunities and Challenges

Packaging Technology and Science, EarlyView.
Microalgae‐derived bioactive compounds exhibit strong antioxidant and antimicrobial properties and can be incorporated into edible coatings to enhance food quality and shelf life. These materials offer sustainable, biodegradable alternatives to conventional packaging, with promising potential for future scalable food applications.
Madhu Gaidher, Nidhi Bhardwaj, Sachin Sharma, Akanksha Singh, Kanika Dulta, P. K. Chauhan, Pooja Yadav, Hira Iqbal, Helen Onyeaka, Soumya Ghosh   +9 more
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The Circular Economy in European Union Supply Chains: A Literature Review

Sustainable Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This research aims to analyze the implementation of the circular economy (CE) in European Union (EU) supply chains (SC), highlighting its potential to transform production systems and maximize resource efficiency while minimizing waste. Our study identifies the major trends and advancements in this field, focusing on the barriers that prevent ...
Luis Oswaldo Rodríguez‐Mañay, Inmaculada Guaita‐Pradas, Inmaculada Marques‐Perez   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Investigating the Environmental Impact of Additive Construction: A Systematic Analysis of the Life Cycle Assessment Studies

Sustainable Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Additive Manufacturing (AM) has been identified as a potential catalyst for a paradigm shift within the construction industry, due to its capacity to enhance sustainability, reduce waste, and augment design flexibility. This study presents a systematic literature review (SLR) that explores the application of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in ...
Antonio Mastropasqua, Francesco Paolo Lagrasta, Michele De Nicolò, Pierpaolo Pontrandolfo   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Comparative analysis of Polylactic Acid/Bamboo biocomposites manufactured by Additive Manufacturing and Compression Moulding Methods

Journal of Materials Research and Technology
Biodegradable composite material seeks enormous attention owing to its potential ability to replace synthetic materials and to be used in different applications.
D. Balaji, B. Arulmurugan, V. Bhuvaneswari, M. Sathishkumar   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Quantitative collagen and proteoglycan imaging reveal organic layering, gradients and regional texture in young mature dental cementum

VIEW, EarlyView.
Cementum, the mineralized tissue covering all mammalian tooth roots, helps maintain tooth stability, but its internal organization is still poorly understood. In this study, we combine quantitative histologial methods to map the regional distributions of collagen fibers and proteoglycan‐rich matrix layers in porcine cementum.
Jie Zhen, Yuyang Mao, Hamza Elfarraj, Paul Zaslansky   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source