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Beyond a Conduit: The Evolution of Functional Biliary Stents From Active Intervention to Enabling Platforms

open access: yesiNew Medicine, Volume 2, Issue 1, March 2026.
This review traces the evolution of functional biliary stents, outlining the paradigm shift from “active intervention” strategies that target stent failure to next‐generation “enabling platforms.” These platforms leverage biodegradable materials, 3D/4D printing, and smart sensors to achieve personalized, regenerative, and theranostic solutions ...
Muhan Li   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Preparação e caracterização de blendas de amido termoplástico com poli (ácido lático) enxertado com anidrido maleico [PDF]

open access: yes, 2014
Dissertação (mestrado) - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Centro de Ciências Físicas e Matemáticas, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Química, Florianópolis, 2014.A utilização de materiais biodegradáveis e de fonte renovável, em diferentes setores ...
Clasen, Samuel Hammes
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Sculpting the Future of Bone: The Evolution of Absorbable Materials in Orthopedics

open access: yesAdvanced Materials, Volume 38, Issue 9, 12 February 2026.
This review summarizes the current status of polymeric, ceramic, and metallic absorbable materials in orthopedic applications, and highlights several innovative strategies designed to enhance mechanical performance, control degradation, and promote bioactivity. We also discuss the progress and translational potential of absorbable materials in treating
Zhao Wang   +13 more
wiley   +1 more source

Histometric Analysis of Bone Repair in Bone-Implant Interface Using a Polylactic/Polyglycolic Acid Copolymer Associated With Implants in Rabbit Tibia

open access: yes, 2015
Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo (FAPESP)The purpose of this study was to evaluate the association of the combination of polylactic/polyglycolic acid around implants installed with and without primary stability through the histometric
Queiroz, TP   +17 more
core   +2 more sources

Oligodendrocyte: Development, Plasticity, Biological Functions, Diseases, and Therapeutic Targets

open access: yesMedComm, Volume 7, Issue 2, February 2026.
The oligodendrocyte lineage and its roles in development, plasticity, and CNS homeostasis have been shown to have the potential to treat neurological diseases. However, the main obstacles to clinical translation, particularly in terms of BBB challenges and precise delivery.
Qiong Xiang   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Polymers and Bioactive Molecules: Wound Dressings Fighting Against Resistant Bacterial Infections

open access: yesAdvances in Polymer Technology, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Disruptions in the skin restoration process can impair wound healing and lead to severe clinical complications, particularly in environments prone to microbial colonization and biofilm formation. Modern wound dressings are, therefore, designed not only to restore tissue integrity but also to actively modulate the wound microenvironment and mitigate ...
Carla Andrea Nomura-Contreras   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Long-term evaluation of recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 induced bone formation with a biologic and synthetic delivery system

open access: yes, 1996
The efficacy of microspheres made of polylactic acid polyglycolic acid copolymer mixed with blood clot as a delivery system for recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 (rhBMP-2) was evaluated and the long term behaviour of rhBMP-2 in rats was ...
C Alpaslan   +13 more
core   +1 more source

In Vitro and In Vivo Biosafety Analysis of Resorbable Polyglycolic Acid-Polylactic Acid Block Copolymer Composites for Spinal Fixation

open access: yes, 2020
Herein, spinal fixation implants were constructed using degradable polymeric materials such as PGA–PLA block copolymers (poly(glycolic acid-b-lactic acid)). These materials were reinforced by blending with HA-g-PLA (hydroxyapatite-graft-poly lactic
Young Jun Kim   +9 more
core   +1 more source

Advanced Materials in Responsible Electronics: Innovations for Sustainability, Health, and Circularity

open access: yesAdvanced Materials Technologies, Volume 10, Issue 23, December 3, 2025.
Contemporary electronic devices produce significant waste, harming ecosystems. Innovation in design, consumption, materials, and end‐of‐life management is crucial. This review explores advanced materials for sustainable and responsible electronics, highlighting their potential to reduce environmental and health hazards while improving device ...
Rawan Omar   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Innovative transdermal drug delivery systems: Benefits, challenges, and emerging application

open access: yesBMEMat, Volume 3, Issue 4, December 2025.
The graphical abstract illustrates the diverse nanostructures employed in transdermal drug delivery systems, highlighting their unique mechanisms to penetrate the intricate layers of skin. It provides a detailed representation of the skin's complex anatomy, emphasizing the challenges posed by its barrier properties.
Syed Waqas Ali Shah   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

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