Advances in nanostructured cellulose-based biomaterials
This book provides an overview of the advances on nanostructured celullose from different obtaining forms: natural plants and bacterial microorganisms. It gives the reader an introduction of cellulose focusing in nanosize particles, its potential applications and future perspectives. The potential u...
| Other Authors: | Carreño, Neftali L. V., SpringerLink (Online service) |
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
Cham :
Springer,
2017.
Cham : 2017. |
| Physical Description: |
1 online resource. |
| Series: |
SpringerBriefs in applied sciences and technology.
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| Summary: |
This book provides an overview of the advances on nanostructured celullose from different obtaining forms: natural plants and bacterial microorganisms. It gives the reader an introduction of cellulose focusing in nanosize particles, its potential applications and future perspectives. The potential use of cellulose in the biomedical field is highlighted. |
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| Item Description: |
Abstract; 1 Advances in Nanostructured Cellulose-based Biomaterials; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Nanocellulose Existing Forms; 1.2.1 Isolation Methods to Obtain Nanostructured Cellulose; 1.2.2 Functional Modification of Nanostructured Cellulose; 1.2.2.1 Making Antimicrobial Nanostructured Cellulose Biomaterials; 1.3 Properties of Nanostructured Cellulose as a Biomaterial; 1.3.1 Physical, Mechanical and Thermal Properties; 1.3.2 Biological Properties; 1.3.2.1 Biocompatibility; 1.3.2.2 Low Cytotoxicity; 1.3.2.3 Biodegradability; 1.4 Nanostructured Cellulose for Biomedical Applications. 1.4.1 Nanostructured Cellulose-Based Delivery Systems1.4.1.1 Films/Membranes; 1.4.1.2 Tablet Excipient; 1.4.1.3 Aerogels and Hydrogels; 1.4.2 Nanostructured Cellulose-Based Systems for Tissue Engineering; 1.4.2.1 Scaffolds for Cell Culture Growth; 1.4.2.2 Nanocellulose in Skin Purposes; 1.4.2.3 Nanocellulose for Cartilage, Bone and Tendons; 1.4.2.4 Artificial Blood Vessels, Heart Valve Prosthesis, Vessel Patches; 1.4.2.5 Artificial Cornea; 1.4.2.6 Artificial Urethra; 1.5 Nanostructured Cellulose-Based Systems for Other Applications; 1.5.1 Hemodialysis Membranes; 1.5.2 Cosmetic Applications. 1.5.3 Technical Applications1.6 Future Perspectives and Final Remarks; References. Includes bibliographical references. This book provides an overview of the advances on nanostructured celullose from different obtaining forms: natural plants and bacterial microorganisms. It gives the reader an introduction of cellulose focusing in nanosize particles, its potential applications and future perspectives. The potential use of cellulose in the biomedical field is highlighted. |
| Physical Description: |
1 online resource. |
| Bibliography: |
Includes bibliographical references. |
| ISBN: |
9783319581583 3319581589 |
| ISSN: |
2191-530X. |