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ClearAdvancing bacterial cellulose biopolymers & hydrogels to remediate microplastic pollution
Researchers developed bacterial cellulose biopolymers and hydrogels as biodegradable alternatives to fossil-fuel-based filters for removing microplastics from wastewater, optimizing operational parameters using response surface methodology. Results showed removal efficiencies of up to 99% for concentrated MP suspensions, with flow cytometry, electron microscopy, and ATR-FTIR confirming the flocculation mechanism and the potential for large-scale industrial application.
Recent Advances in Superhydrophobic and Antibacterial Cellulose-Based Fibers and Fabrics: Bio-inspiration, Strategies, and Applications
Researchers review fabrication strategies for superhydrophobic and antibacterial cellulose fabrics, covering surface micro/nanostructure construction, chemical modification, and antimicrobial agent integration — and discuss how liquid-repellent surfaces reduce bacterial adhesion as a sustainable alternative to synthetic polymer textiles.
Bacterial cellulose biopolymers: The sustainable solution to water-polluting microplastics
Researchers developed bacterial cellulose (BC) biopolymer filters as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based polymer filters used in wastewater treatment plant microplastic removal. BC filters showed high MP capture efficiency and are biodegradable, addressing both microplastic pollution and the environmental costs of conventional synthetic filter maintenance.
Bacterial cellulose for emerging contaminants: A review of applications for PFAS, nanoplastics, and endocrine disruptors in water treatment
This review is the first to comprehensively evaluate bacterial cellulose as a platform for removing PFAS, nanoplastics, and endocrine-disrupting chemicals from water, finding that its high surface area, mechanical strength, and tunable chemistry enable adsorption, photodegradation, and biodegradation of these persistent contaminants.
Applications of regenerated bacterial cellulose: a review
This review examines bacterial cellulose as a sustainable alternative to synthetic polymers that contribute to microplastic pollution. Bacterial cellulose is biodegradable, renewable, and has strong mechanical properties, making it suitable for packaging, textiles, and biomedical applications. The study highlights recent advances in processing techniques that could make bacterial cellulose more commercially viable as a replacement for plastics in everyday products.
Advancements in Cellulose-Based Superabsorbent Hydrogels: Sustainable Solutions across Industries
This review explores how cellulose-based superabsorbent materials, made from sustainable plant sources, are being developed as eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic hydrogels for use in agriculture, medicine, and pollution control. These biodegradable materials could help reduce the growing microplastic problem caused by conventional synthetic hydrogels that break down into persistent plastic fragments in the environment.
Sustainable Design of Bio-Composite Membranes for Dual Contaminant Separation and Environmental Remediation
This study developed a cellulose acetate composite membrane capable of simultaneously removing both microplastics/nanoplastics and oil contaminants from water using an environmentally benign fabrication process, offering a multifunctional alternative to conventional single-target treatment systems.
Going beyond Cellulose and Chitosan: Synthetic Biodegradable Membranes for Drinking Water, Wastewater, and Oil–Water Remediation
This review examined synthetic biodegradable membranes beyond cellulose and chitosan for water treatment, finding that while bioplastic membranes offer promise for reducing microplastic waste from conventional filters, challenges with brittleness and water stability still need to be addressed.
In Situ Synthesis of Plasticized Bacterial Cellulose Films for Daily Packaging Using Biobased Plasticizers
Researchers synthesized plasticized bacterial cellulose films in situ and characterized their mechanical, optical, and barrier properties for daily packaging applications, finding the bio-based materials offered competitive performance with lower environmental impact than petroleum-based alternatives.
Biomimetic Superhydrophobic Materials for Environmental Applications
This review covers the development of superhydrophobic materials inspired by natural water-repellent surfaces for environmental applications. Key uses include oil-water separation, water purification, biofouling prevention, and atmospheric water harvesting, with a focus on fabrication methods and remaining technical challenges.
Recent Advances in Biopolymeric Membranes towards the Removal of Emerging Organic Pollutants from Water
This review covers biopolymeric membrane applications for removing emerging organic pollutants from wastewater, comparing biodegradable cellulose and carrageenan-derived nanostructured membranes to conventional synthetic membranes and evaluating their performance and environmental sustainability.
Biotechnology in Food Packaging Using Bacterial Cellulose
This review explores bacterial cellulose as a biodegradable, biocompatible alternative to conventional plastic food packaging, which contributes to micro- and nanoplastic pollution that threatens both the environment and human health. While bacterial cellulose shows strong potential due to its mechanical strength and food preservation abilities, scaling up production remains a challenge due to higher costs and manufacturing difficulties.
Efficacy of bacterial cellulose hydrogel in microfiber removal from contaminated waters: A sustainable approach to wastewater treatment
Researchers developed a bacterial cellulose hydrogel made from unused cellulose remnants and tested it as an eco-friendly filter for removing microfibers from contaminated water. The hydrogel achieved an average removal rate of nearly 94 percent and retained the captured fibers well, releasing only about 8 percent after washing. The study presents this bio-based approach as a sustainable and effective alternative for tackling microfiber pollution in wastewater.
Fabrication and Characterization of Biomass-derived Superabsorbent Bio-gel
Not relevant to microplastics — this paper develops and tests bio-based superabsorbent gels made from carboxymethyl cellulose as sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based superabsorbent polymers for water retention applications.
Silicon-infused bacterial cellulose: in situ bioprocessing for tailored strength and surface characteristics
Not relevant to microplastics — this is a materials science study on producing silicon-modified bacterial cellulose for applications requiring tailored surface characteristics and tensile strength.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mechanically durable anti-bacteria non-fluorinated superhydrophobic sponge for highly efficient and fast microplastic and oil removal
A superhydrophobic sponge was engineered to selectively remove microplastics and oil from water, achieving high removal efficiency while also demonstrating antibacterial properties. The material maintained its performance across repeated use cycles, offering a promising approach for practical water treatment applications.
Superhydrophobic and Superoleophobic Surfaces: Key Points, Challenges and Applications
This review covers the science and applications of superhydrophobic and superoleophobic surfaces — materials that strongly repel water and oil. These non-wettable coatings have potential applications in anti-fouling, self-cleaning, and microplastic separation technologies. Superhydrophobic materials can be used to develop filters or membranes that selectively capture microplastics from water.
Solving urban water microplastics with bacterial cellulose hydrogels: Leveraging predictive computational models
Researchers developed bacterial cellulose hydrogels from membrane remnants as sustainable bioflocculants for removing microplastics from urban water, using computational models to predict and optimize removal efficiency under varying conditions.
Functionalization of cellulose acetate nanofibrous membranes for removal of particulate matters and dyes
Researchers developed functionalized cellulose acetate nanofibrous membranes capable of removing both microplastics and dye molecules from industrial wastewater. They used an innovative one-step surface modification process to create carboxylated membranes via electrospinning. The study demonstrates a new cellulose-based filtration approach that could address multiple contaminants in wastewater simultaneously.
Bio-Based Polymeric Membranes: Development and Environmental Applications
This review examined bio-based polymeric membranes as environmentally friendly alternatives to fossil-derived materials for water treatment, discussing polymer selection, preparation methods, green solvents, and their effectiveness in removing organic and inorganic contaminants.