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Alginate based polyurethanes: A review of recent advances and perspective
Khalid Mahmood Zia1, Fatima Zia1, Mohammad Zuber1
1Institute of Chemistry, Government College University, Faisalabad 38030, Pakistan.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
|May 13, 2015
Summary
This review highlights the growing use of alginate-based polyurethanes. These biomaterials offer eco-friendly solutions with applications revolutionizing the food and biomedical industries.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Polymer Chemistry
- Biotechnology
Background:
- Biopolymer and synthetic polymer combinations are increasingly utilized.
- Polysaccharide-based biopolymers like alginate are valued for their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and eco-friendliness.
- Polyurethanes' versatile segment block copolymer structure allows property tailoring when combined with natural polymers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the development of alginate-based polyurethanes.
- To explore the potential applications of these modified biomaterials.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on alginate-polyurethane combinations.
- Analysis of material properties and applications in various industries.
Main Results:
- Alginate, an abundant anionic polysaccharide, forms elastomers, nano-composites, and hydrogels with polyurethanes.
- These alginate-polyurethane materials exhibit biodegradability, biocompatibility, bioactivity, low toxicity, and low cost.
- Significant advancements have been made in food and biomedical applications.
Conclusions:
- Alginate-based polyurethanes represent a significant advancement in biomaterials.
- Their unique properties facilitate revolutionary applications, particularly in the food and biomedical sectors.
- The combination offers sustainable and versatile material solutions.
