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Electrospun alginate nanofibers toward various applications: A review.
Mokhena, Teboho Clement Mochane, Mokgaotsa Jonas Mtibe, Asanda John, Maya Jacob Sadiku, Emmanuel Rotimi Sefadi, Jeremia Shale
Mokhena, Teboho Clement
Mochane, Mokgaotsa Jonas
Mtibe, Asanda
John, Maya Jacob
Sadiku, Emmanuel Rotimi
Sefadi, Jeremia Shale
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Abstract
Alginate has been a material of choice for a spectrum of applications, ranging from metal adsorption to wound dressing. Electrospinning has added a new dimension to polymeric materials, including alginate, which can be processed to their nanosize levels in order to afford unique nanostructured materials with fascinating properties. The resulting nanostructured materials often feature high porosity, stability, permeability, and a large surface-to-volume ratio. In the present
review, recent trends on electrospun alginate nanofibers from over the past 10 years toward advanced applications are discussed. The application of electrospun alginate nanofibers in various fields such as bioremediation, scaffolds for skin tissue engineering, drug delivery, and sensors are also elucidated.
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2020-02-20
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Electrospinning, Alginate, Nanofibers, Tissue engineering, Bioremediation, Biofiltration, Sensors
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