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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemical Engineering

Background:

  • Droplet-based microfluidics is a rapidly advancing technology for material synthesis.
  • Natural microspheres offer versatile properties for various applications.
  • Significant progress has been made in utilizing microfluidic techniques for high-value material preparation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review recent advancements in preparing high-value natural microspheres using droplet-based microfluidic techniques.
  • To elucidate the working principles of droplet-based microfluidics and surface modification strategies for microdevices.
  • To outline the biomedical applications of various natural microspheres and discuss future perspectives.

Main Methods:

  • Detailed explanation of droplet-based microfluidic principles.
  • Discussion of surface modification techniques for microfluidic devices.
  • Summary of fabrication methods for droplet-based natural microspheres.

Main Results:

  • Systematic outlining of emerging biomedical applications for different types of natural microspheres.
  • Identification of challenges hindering academic and industrial advancement of droplet-based microfluidics.
  • Exploration of future perspectives for droplet-based microfluidics and sophisticated applications.

Conclusions:

  • Droplet-based microfluidics is a powerful tool for synthesizing advanced natural microspheres.
  • The review provides insights into fabrication, applications, and challenges, paving the way for future innovations.
  • Further development is expected to enhance microfluidic applications in both academic and industrial settings.