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Chitin microspheres: From fabrication to applications.

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Chitin microspheres (CMs) offer biocompatibility and unique structures for diverse applications. This review details their recent fabrication methods and use in biomedicine, environmental protection, and energy storage.

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  • Materials Science
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Environmental Science

Background:

  • Chitin microspheres (CMs) are gaining recognition for their biocompatibility, uniform morphology, high surface area, and porous nature.
  • Significant research is dedicated to advancing CM development and exploring their applications across multiple domains.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the latest advancements in the fabrication and application of chitin microspheres.
  • To provide a comprehensive overview of CM preparation techniques and their diverse uses.

Main Methods:

  • Detailed introduction of fabrication routes for CMs, including the drip and emulsion methods.
  • Highlighting the synthesis strategies for creating uniform and porous chitin microspheres.

Main Results:

  • CMs demonstrate significant potential in drug delivery systems and wound dressings.
  • Applications extend to 3D scaffolds, water purification, and functional materials for energy storage.

Conclusions:

  • Chitin microspheres are versatile materials with broad applicability in biomedicine, tissue engineering, environmental remediation, and energy storage.
  • This review serves as a valuable resource for future research and innovation in CM technology.