Advances in Biocompatible and Biodegradable Polymers II

• Other Authors: Ferri, José Miguel (Editor), Fombuena Borràs, Vicent (Editor), Aldás Carrasco, Miguel Fernando (Editor)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: Basel MDPI - Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute 2023
• Subjects: Technology: general issues; History of engineering & technology; Environmental science, engineering & technology; chitin nanocrystals; antioxidant activity; polylactic acid; nanocomposite; active packaging; DPPH; eco-friendly copolymer; poly(benzofurane-co-arylacetic acid); chitosan; heavy metals removal; wastewater; Roșia Montană; adsorption mechanism; poly(butylene sebacate); biopolymer blends; thermal analysis; dynamic mechanical analysis; polylactide; cellulose nanowhiskers; biopolymer; stereocomplex; interfacial compatibility; nucleating agent; hemin; TEMPO stable radical; correlation times; ultrathin fibers; poly(3-hydroxybutyrate); ozo-nation; amorphous phase; fish scales; hydroxyapatite; deproteinization; polylactic acid (PLA); physical properties; mechanical properties; thermal properties; electrospinnability; polymer blends; poly(lactic acid); aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters; 2,5-furan dicarboxylic acid; thermoplastic polyurethane; creep; non-linear Burgers model; activation energy; 1D PLA filaments; temperature; ageing; PLLA; hydrophilicity; alkali hydrolysis; crystallinity; biodegradable; biocompatible; antibacterial; synthetic polymers; natural polymers; medical applications; bone cement; composite; β-TCP; PVA; PVP; microwave; biocompatible polymers; casein; electric double layer; synaptic transistors; artificial synapses; neuromorphic computing; green composites; 3D printing; FDM; biopolymers; solanum lycopersicum; surface characterization; scanning probe microscopy; additive manufacturing; PLA; multifrequency AFM; alpha mangostin; hyaluronic acid; polymeric nanoparticle; cytotoxic; poly(lactic acid) (PLA); nano-additives; nanocomposites; synthesis; properties; applications; diabetes; polymers; biomaterials; scaffolds; wound dressings; superabsorbent polymer; water-polymer interaction; solid waste sludge treatment; starch biopolymer; water absorbency; starch; halloysite; hot water resistance
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Among the strategies for reducing the negative effects on the environment affected by the uncontrolled consumption and low potential for the recovery of conventional plastics, the synthesis of new biodegradable and recyclable plastics represents one of the most promising methods for minimizing the negative effects of conventional non-biodegradable plastics. The spectrum of existing biodegradable materials is still very narrow. Therefore, to achieve greater applicability, research is being carried out on biodegradable polymer mixtures, the synthesis of new polymers, and the incorporation of new stabilizers for thermal degradation, alongside the use of other additives such as antibacterials or new and more sustainable plasticizers. Some studies analyze direct applications, such as shape memory foams, new cartilage implants, drug release, etc. The reader can find several studies on the degradation of biodegradable polymers under composting conditions. However, novel bacteria that degrade polymers considered non-biodegradable in other, unusual conditions (such as conditions of high salinity) are also presented.