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Electrospinning as a powerful technique for biomedical applications: a critically selected survey
Luis Jesús Villarreal-Gómez1,2, José Manuel Cornejo-Bravo2, Ricardo Vera-Graziano3
1a Escuela de Ciencias de Ingeniería y Tecnología , Universidad Autónoma de Baja California , Tijuana , Mexico.
Journal of Biomaterials Science. Polymer Edition
|November 6, 2015
Summary
Electrospinning is a versatile technique for creating advanced polymer nanofibers for biomedical and environmental uses. This review highlights polymers and applications for electrospun scaffolds, identifying key materials for future research.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Biomedical Engineering
- Polymer Science
Background:
- Electrospinning is a cost-effective method for producing advanced materials, particularly nanofibers.
- Its versatility makes it suitable for biomedical and environmental applications.
- Numerous patents and publications demonstrate the growing interest and potential of electrospinning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a critical overview of polymers used in nanofiber production via electrospinning.
- To discuss the biomedical applications of electrospun polymer scaffolds.
- To identify promising polymers for future research in nanofiber technology.
Main Methods:
- Review of scientific literature focusing on polymers for electrospinning.
- Selection and analysis of natural and synthetic polymers for nanofiber fabrication.
- Discussion of electrospinning strategies and characterization techniques for nanofiber optimization.
- Exploration of biomedical applications of electrospun materials.
Main Results:
- Identification of approximately seven natural and synthetic polymers suitable for electrospinning.
- Examples of electrospun scaffolds used in various biomedical applications.
- Consideration of polymer composites (with ceramics, metals) for enhanced nanofiber properties.
- Discussion of methods for nanofiber production and characterization.
Conclusions:
- Electrospinning offers a versatile and accessible route to advanced polymer nanofibers.
- Electrospun scaffolds have significant potential in biomedical and environmental fields.
- Several polymers show promise for future advancements in nanofiber technology and applications.
