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Rasha M Abdel-Rahman¹, A M Abdel-Mohsen¹

¹Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Czech Academy of Sciences, Heyrovského Nám. 2, 162 00 Praha, Czech Republic.

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Summary

Marine-derived hyaluronic acid offers sustainable, biocompatible biomaterials for tissue engineering and wound healing. This review covers its sources, properties, and applications, highlighting future potential and challenges.

Keywords:

characterization composites extraction process hyaluronan marine sources wound healing applications

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Area of Science:

Biomaterials Science
Marine Biotechnology
Tissue Engineering

Background:

Marine-derived biopolymers, including hyaluronic acid, present sustainable and biocompatible alternatives to synthetic materials.
Hyaluronic acid's inherent biocompatibility and role in tissue healing make it valuable for biomedical applications, particularly in tissue engineering.
Marine sources offer abundant and unique natural biopolymers with significant potential.

Purpose of the Study:

To review marine-derived hyaluronan biomaterials.
To detail their sources, extraction, structures, chemical modifications, and biological properties.
To explore their biocidal applications, focusing on wound healing and dressing purposes, and discuss future prospects and challenges.

Main Methods:

Literature review of marine-derived hyaluronan biomaterials.
Analysis of extraction processes and structural characteristics.
Evaluation of biological properties and applications in wound healing.

Main Results:

Marine hyaluronan exhibits promising biocompatibility and biological activity.
Various marine sources and extraction methods are available.
Significant potential exists for wound healing and dressing applications.

Conclusions:

Marine-derived hyaluronan is a valuable biomaterial for advanced applications.
Further research into its composites and overcoming challenges is crucial for future development in wound care.
Sustainable sourcing and modification offer new avenues for biomaterial innovation.