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Polysaccharide-Based Nanoparticles as Pickering Emulsifiers in Emulsion Formulations and Heterogenous Polymerization
Amanda Rigg1, Pascale Champagne2,3, Michael F Cunningham1,4
1Department of Chemical Engineering, 19 Division Street, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, K7L 3N6, Canada.
Macromolecular Rapid Communications
|November 29, 2021
Summary
Bio-based Pickering emulsifiers from polysaccharides offer sustainable alternatives to surfactants. Surface modification is key for their efficiency, but complex methods hinder commercialization of these eco-friendly nanoparticles.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Sustainable Chemistry
- Colloid and Surface Science
Background:
- Bio-based Pickering emulsifiers are emerging as eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic surfactants.
- Polysaccharide nanoparticles are gaining traction due to their biocompatibility and sustainability.
- The inherent hydrophilicity of polysaccharides poses challenges for creating stable water-in-oil emulsions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the application of nanocelluloses, nanostarch, and nan ওজন as Pickering emulsifiers.
- To highlight current trends and best practices in surface modification of polysaccharide nanoparticles.
- To identify strategies for overcoming barriers to the commercialization of these sustainable emulsifiers.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on polysaccharide-based Pickering emulsifiers.
- Analysis of surface modification techniques for enhancing emulsifier performance.
- Synthesis of trends and recommendations for future research and development.
Main Results:
- Nanocelluloses, nanostarch, and nan ওজন show promise as Pickering emulsifiers.
- Surface modification is crucial for improving stability and functionality, especially for water-in-oil systems.
- Complex modifications can compromise the overall sustainability and commercial viability.
Conclusions:
- Polysaccharide-based Pickering emulsifiers offer a sustainable pathway for emulsion technology.
- Streamlining surface modification processes is essential for commercial adoption.
- Further research should focus on balancing performance with inherent sustainability.

