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61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to Bacterial nanocellulose membranes for codelivery of carvacrol and thymol: physico-chemical characterization and in vitro studies
ClearAntibacterial Activity and Protection Efficiency of Polyvinyl Butyral Nanofibrous Membrane Containing Thymol Prepared through Vertical Electrospinning
Researchers fabricated polyvinyl butyral nanofibrous membranes containing thymol as a natural antimicrobial agent via electrospinning and demonstrated effective antibacterial activity against common pathogens, proposing the material as a safer, biodegradable alternative to synthetic antimicrobial face masks.
Construction of nano slow-release systems for antibacterial active substances and its applications: A comprehensive review
This review examines nano-carrier systems designed to deliver antibacterial active substances for applications in food packaging, preservation, and other fields. Researchers found that combining natural antimicrobial compounds with nano-carrier materials can substantially improve their stability and effectiveness while reducing microbial resistance, offering promising alternatives to conventional plastic-based approaches.
Microcapsule functionalization enables rate-determining release from cellulose nonwovens for long-term performance
Researchers demonstrated that encapsulating active compounds in poly(lactide-co-glycolide) microcapsules and applying them to cellulose nonwoven textiles significantly extended the duration of controlled release, reducing environmental pollution from biocidal actives compared to conventional impregnation.
Bacterial Nanocellulose toward Green Cosmetics: Recent Progresses and Challenges
This review summarizes recent advances in the use of bacterial nanocellulose as a sustainable ingredient in cosmetic formulations, highlighting its potential to replace synthetic microplastic-containing polymers used as film formers, fillers, and carrier materials in skin care products.
Bacterial cellulose: A smart biomaterial for biomedical applications
This review covers bacterial cellulose, a natural material produced by bacteria that has unique properties like high purity, biodegradability, and excellent water retention. It shows promise for medical uses including wound healing, drug delivery, and tissue engineering as a sustainable alternative to synthetic materials. As concerns grow about microplastic contamination from synthetic polymers in medical products, biodegradable alternatives like bacterial cellulose become increasingly relevant.
Functional, eco-friendly, and starch-based nanocarriers with sustained release of carvacrol for persistent control of tomato gray mold
Researchers encapsulated carvacrol — a natural plant-derived antifungal — inside biodegradable starch nanoparticles to create a slow-release pesticide that controlled tomato gray mold nearly twice as effectively as standard formulations, offering a more eco-friendly alternative to synthetic fungicides.
Applicability of bacterial cellulose in cosmetics – bibliometric review
Researchers reviewed scientific literature on bacterial cellulose — a natural material produced by bacteria — and its potential uses in cosmetics as a sustainable alternative to synthetic ingredients. Studies show it shows strong promise for use in face masks for delivering active compounds and improving skin hydration, making it a candidate to replace some petroleum-based cosmetic materials.
Formation and Characterization of Oregano Essential Oil Nanocapsules Applied onto Polyester Textile
Researchers encapsulated oregano essential oil in poly-epsilon-caprolactone nanoparticles using nanoprecipitation with glycerin as a moisturizer, producing nanocapsules with mean particle size of 235 nm, low polydispersity, a zeta potential of -36.3 mV, and 75.54% encapsulation efficiency. The characterized nanocapsules were then applied to polyester textiles to evaluate functional performance, combining antimicrobial properties of oregano oil with a biodegradable polymer delivery system.
Functional Fiber Membranes with Antibacterial Properties for Face Masks
Researchers developed fiber-based membranes with built-in antibacterial properties for use in face masks, aiming to create filtration materials that can both block particles and actively kill pathogens to improve mask performance and safety.
Designing antimicrobial biomembranes via clustering amino-modified cellulose nanocrystals on silk fibroin β-sheets
Researchers created an antimicrobial material by blending amino-modified cellulose nanocrystals with silk fibroin, producing a membrane that killed more than 99.9% of E. coli and Staphylococcus bacteria without harming human cells. The bio-based material offers a promising alternative to chemical disinfectants for coating medical devices and reducing hospital-acquired infections.
Nanoreinforcement strategies for enhancing biodegradable composites in biochemical applications within agriwaste valorisation
Researchers used leftover plant material from rosemary distillation to synthesize silver nanoparticles with strong antibacterial and antioxidant properties, exploring how agricultural byproducts can produce eco-friendly nanomaterials with potential medical applications including treatment of inflammatory conditions.
Antimicrobial Biomaterial on Sutures, Bandages and Face Masks with Potential for Infection Control
Researchers tested an antimicrobial formulation combining Aloe Vera, trans-cinnamic acid, and iodine in a polyvinylpyrrolidone matrix impregnated into sutures, bandages, and face masks, finding excellent antifungal and strong antibacterial activity against 10 microbial strains. The authors propose the formulation as a reusable, AMR-resistant alternative to disposable single-use antimicrobial medical materials.
A multifunctional biogenic films and coatings from synergistic aqueous dispersion of wood-derived suberin and cellulose nanofibers
Researchers developed multifunctional bio-based packaging films and coatings using suberin, an industrial byproduct, stabilized with amphiphilic cellulose nanofibers. The resulting materials demonstrated UV shielding and antimicrobial properties while serving as effective food packaging. The study presents a sustainable alternative to conventional plastic packaging that could help reduce microplastic pollution from packaging degradation.
Antibacterial properties of functionalized cellulose extracted from deproteinized soybean hulls
Researchers extracted cellulose from soybean hull byproducts and functionalized it with antimicrobial properties, demonstrating a pathway to upgrade an agricultural waste stream into a value-added antibacterial biomaterial.
Self-Grown Bacterial Cellulose Capsules Made through Emulsion Templating
Researchers developed biodegradable microcapsules by harnessing bacteria's biofilm-forming ability to grow self-assembled cellulose-based capsules through emulsion templating, offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic polymer microcapsules used in agriculture, food, and cosmetics.
Green Synthesized Polymeric Iodophors with Thyme as Antimicrobial Agents
Researchers developed a green antimicrobial formulation combining polyvinylpyrrolidone-complexed iodine with thyme and aloe vera extracts through a simple one-pot synthesis. The formulation demonstrated strong antibacterial and antifungal activity against multiple pathogens and retained its effectiveness for over 18 months when applied to surgical materials and face masks. The study suggests this bio-based approach could help address antimicrobial resistance while reducing reliance on conventional antibiotics.
Bacterial Cellulose—A Remarkable Polymer as a Source for Biomaterials Tailoring
This review explores bacterial cellulose, a natural polymer produced by non-pathogenic bacteria, as a versatile and eco-friendly biomaterial for medical and pharmaceutical applications. Researchers highlight its unique properties including high purity, strength, and biocompatibility, which make it suitable for wound dressings, drug delivery, and tissue engineering. The material offers a sustainable alternative to synthetic polymers, aligning with growing efforts to reduce plastic-based materials in healthcare.
Herbal nanoemulsions in cosmetic science: A comprehensive review of design, preparation, formulation, and characterization
This review provides an overview of herbal nanoemulsion formulations used in cosmetics, covering how they are designed, produced, and characterized for delivering plant-based active ingredients through the skin. Researchers found that nanoemulsion technology improves the solubility and stability of natural compounds while offering better skin penetration than conventional formulations. The study highlights nanoemulsions as a promising, more natural alternative for cosmetic product delivery.
Study of Antimicrobial Potency of Synthesized Cellulose-Based Nanocomposite Films Incorporating Bi-Fe-Sn Trimetallic Microcrystalline Using Terminalia arjuna Leaf Extract for Packaging and Medicinal Applications
Researchers synthesized cellulose-based nanocomposite films incorporating bismuth, iron, and tin trimetallic nanoparticles using Terminalia arjuna leaf extract as a green reducing agent, finding strong antimicrobial activity against Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, suggesting potential for food packaging and medical applications.
Enhancing Ocular Bioavailability of Ciprofloxacin Using Colloidal Lipid-Based Carrier for the Management of Post-Surgical Infection
Researchers developed colloidal lipid-based nanocarriers for ophthalmic delivery of ciprofloxacin, finding that nanostructured lipid carriers significantly enhanced corneal penetration and drug bioavailability compared to conventional eye drops for treating bacterial eye infections.
Intrafibrillar Dispersion of Cuprous Oxide (Cu2O) Nanoflowers within Cotton Cellulose Fabrics for Permanent Antibacterial, Antifungal and Antiviral Activity
Researchers developed a method to embed cuprous oxide nanoflowers within cotton cellulose fibers, achieving permanent antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral activity that withstands repeated washing, unlike conventional surface-adsorption approaches.
Lignocellulosic Membranes Grafted with N-Vinylcaprolactam Using Radiation Chemistry: Load and Release Capacity of Vancomycin
Not relevant to microplastics — this paper uses radiation-induced graft polymerization to modify agave-derived membranes for controlled loading and release of the antibiotic vancomycin, focused on drug delivery materials.
Clindamycin peel-off mask film, an effective formulation for C. acnes treatment: characterization and microbiological activity
Researchers formulated clindamycin as a peel-off mask gel using polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) combined with either PVP-K30 or sodium alginate as film-forming agents, evaluating physicochemical properties, drug release, and antimicrobial activity against Cutibacterium acnes. Both lead formulations demonstrated good spreadability, sustained drug release, suitable tensile strength, and superior antimicrobial efficacy compared to clindamycin solution alone.
Electrospun Konjac Glucomannan/Polyvinyl Alcohol Long Polymeric Filaments Incorporated with Tea Polyphenols for Food Preservations
Researchers created nanofiber films from konjac glucomannan and polyvinyl alcohol infused with tea polyphenols for food packaging. The films showed improved mechanical strength, strong antibacterial activity, and the ability to slowly release natural antioxidants, making them a promising biodegradable alternative for extending food shelf life.