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20 resultsShowing papers similar to Crosslinked Polymer Coatings of Poly (Acrylic Acid-co-acrylamide)/Polyethyleneimine (P(AA-co-AAm)/PEI) on Titanium Alloy with Excellent Lubrication Performance for Artificial Joints
ClearComparison of Biocompatible Coatings Produced by Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation on cp-Ti and Ti-Zr-Nb Superelastic Alloy
This biomedical engineering study compared the properties of surface coatings applied to titanium and titanium-zirconium-niobium alloys for use as medical implants. The research aims to improve implant biocompatibility and reduce infection risk, with no direct relevance to microplastic or environmental research.
Balancing Porosity and Mechanical Properties of Titanium Samples to Favor Cellular Growth against Bacteria
Researchers studied how adding porosity to titanium implants affects their mechanical strength and resistance to bacterial infection. The study focuses on orthopedic implants and has no direct relevance to microplastics or environmental contamination.
Antifouling Behavior of Copper-Modified Titania Nanotube Surfaces
This paper is not about microplastics; it investigates copper-modified titania nanotube surfaces as antifouling coatings for orthopedic implants to reduce bacterial adhesion and implant-associated infections.
Improvement of CoCr Alloy Characteristics by Ti-Based Carbonitride Coatings Used in Orthopedic Applications
Researchers examined the in vitro corrosion behavior of titanium-based carbonitride coatings applied to cobalt-chromium alloys used in orthopedic implants, assessing how the coatings affect alloy characteristics in a simulated biological environment. The study evaluated coating microstructure and corrosion resistance to determine suitability for improving biocompatibility and longevity of implanted biomaterials.
Effects of Pore Morphology and Bone Ingrowth on Mechanical Properties of Microporous Titanium as an Orthopaedic Implant Material
This biomedical engineering study examined how pore size, shape, and bone ingrowth affect the mechanical properties of porous titanium used in orthopedic implants, using both experimental testing and computer simulations. This is a biomedical engineering study with no direct relevance to environmental microplastics.
Design of new biopolymers for biomedicine and food-packaging
Researchers review new biopolymer designs intended for biomedical and food packaging applications, aiming to replace fossil-fuel-based plastics with biodegradable alternatives from renewable sources. Widespread adoption of such materials could significantly reduce long-term microplastic pollution.
Obtenção de nanomateriais e hidrogéis nanocompósitos a base de poliacrilamida: aplicações em controle de conformidade de reservatórios de petróleo e remediação de corante e microplásti cos
This thesis applies nanomaterials and polymer hydrogels to three environmental challenges: photodegradation of polypropylene and polystyrene microplastics, dye adsorption from wastewater, and enhanced oil recovery. Titanium dioxide nanoparticles showed promise for breaking down plastic pollutants using light energy.
Understanding the Effects of Adding Metal Oxides to Bioplastic and Bioplastic Blends on the Mechanical and Rheological Behaviour, Wettability, and Photo-Oxidation Resistance
Not relevant to microplastics — this study examines how adding zinc oxide and titanium dioxide nanoparticles affects the mechanical and photo-oxidation properties of polylactic acid bioplastic blends, focused on materials engineering rather than environmental plastic pollution.
Microplastics as an emerging driver of osteoarthritis: a translational synthesis of environmental exposure, patho-mechanisms, and public health implications
A translational synthesis of clinical and experimental data examined the role of microplastic exposure in osteoarthritis (OA) development, finding evidence that MPs bioaccumulate in joint tissues and may promote inflammation and oxidative damage that disrupts cartilage homeostasis. The review identified MP exposure as a plausible but underexplored contributor to OA progression.
Effect of surfactant concentration on the synthesis of hydrogel microbeads using the emulsion polymerization process for acrylamide/acrylic acid copolymers
Researchers examined the effect of surfactant concentration on the synthesis of hydrogel microbeads as biodegradable replacements for the plastic microbeads commonly used in personal care and cosmetic products, optimising formulation parameters to produce spherical particles with properties suitable for exfoliant applications.
Durable Superhydrophobic Coating for Efficient Microplastic Removal
Researchers developed a durable superhydrophobic (water-repelling) coating on aluminum that can efficiently capture and remove microplastic particles from water. The coating attracted microplastics at high removal rates and remained effective over multiple use cycles. This type of material could be incorporated into water treatment systems or filtration devices to reduce microplastic contamination in drinking water and wastewater.
Improved Biomineralization Using Cellulose Acetate/Magnetic Nanoparticles Composite Membranes
Researchers developed composite membranes made from cellulose acetate and magnetic nanoparticles to improve biomineralization on orthopedic implant surfaces. They found that the composite membranes promoted the formation of highly organized hydroxyapatite with a composition closer to natural bone mineral compared to plain cellulose acetate. While focused on implant technology rather than microplastics, the study advances understanding of polymer-nanoparticle composites relevant to materials science.
Impacts of extracellular polymeric substances on the behaviors of micro/nanoplastics in the water environment
This review examines how extracellular polymeric substances produced by microorganisms interact with micro- and nanoplastics in aquatic environments. Researchers found that these natural polymers can form coatings on plastic particles that enhance pollutant adsorption and promote sinking, influencing how microplastics are transported, distributed, and ultimately removed from the water column.
Multifunctional Application of Biopolymers and Biomaterials
This paper is not about microplastics; it is a broad review of multifunctional applications of biopolymers and biomaterials across medicine, packaging, and engineering.
The Effect of Initial Annealing Microstructures on the Forming Characteristics of Ti–4Al–2V Titanium Alloy
This materials science study investigated how pre-treatment processes affect the plastic forming behavior of a titanium alloy used in aerospace applications. It is an engineering paper unrelated to environmental microplastics.
Development of tough hybrid materials by regulated crystallization of hydroxyapatite inspired by bone formation
This paper reviews advances in materials science inspired by biological structures, including bone-like hydroxyapatite composites with enhanced toughness. The research is focused on biomimetic materials engineering and is not directly related to microplastics.
A Comparative Study Between Gelatin Methacrylate and Itaconic Acid Functionalized Gelatin Hydrogels
This paper is not about microplastic pollution. It compares two types of gelatin-based hydrogels (GelMA and a new itaconic acid variant) for biomedical applications like drug delivery and tissue engineering. It is a false positive in this dataset.
Surface Treatment on Physical Properties and Biocompatibility of Orthodontic Power Chains
A surface treatment technique was developed to improve the performance and appearance of orthodontic power chains (dental devices made of polymer). While involving polymer materials, this study is not directly related to environmental microplastics.
Nanostructured lignin carriers for efficient flame retardant delivery in natural rubber composites
Not relevant to microplastics — this paper describes using bio-based lignin nanocontainers to deliver a flame retardant in natural rubber composites, improving fire resistance and mechanical properties; it does not address microplastic pollution, environmental contamination, or health effects.
Preparation of nanochitin hydrogels via ice templated chemical/physical crosslinking for microplastic removal
Researchers synthesized nanochitin hydrogels using ice-templated chemical and physical crosslinking with formaldehyde and ammonia, producing materials with enhanced mechanical properties that effectively captured microplastics from water.