The Effect of pH on the Viscoelastic Response of Alginate–Montmorillonite Nanocomposite Hydrogels
Haniyeh Malektaj,
Aleksey D. Drozdov,
Elham Fini
et al.
Abstract:Ionically cross-linked alginate hydrogels are used in a wide range of applications, such as drug delivery, tissue engineering, and food packaging. A shortcoming of these gels is that they lose their strength and degrade at low pH values. To develop gels able to preserve their integrity in a wide range of pH values, Ca-alginate–montmorillonite nanocomposite gels are prepared, and their chemical structure, morphology, and mechanical response are analyzed. As the uniformity of nanocomposite gels is strongly affec… Show more
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“…The biocompatibility of such scaffolds, particularly hydrogels based on hydroxyethylcellulose mixed with sodium alginate, promotes cell proliferation [ 3 ]. Modified polysaccharides with targeted drug delivery capabilities enhance therapeutic efficacies while minimizing side effects, offering personalized treatment options for various medical conditions [ 4 , 5 ]. Biocompatible and biodegradable polysaccharide scaffolds provide a conducive environment for cell growth and tissue regeneration, with applications ranging from bone substitutes to skin grafts [ 6 , 7 ].…”
Polysaccharides, complex carbohydrates composed of long chains of residues of sugar molecules, have garnered significant attention in recent years due to their diverse applications across various industries [...]
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