Polysaccharide-based nanocomposites for biomedical applications: a critical review

H Shokrani, A Shokrani, SM Sajadi, MK Yazdi… - Nanoscale …, 2022 - pubs.rsc.org
Polysaccharides (PSA) have taken specific position among biomaterials for advanced
applications in medicine. Nevertheless, poor mechanical properties are known as the main …

Biological function of antimicrobial peptides on suppressing pathogens and improving host immunity

Z Lyu, P Yang, J Lei, J Zhao - Antibiotics, 2023 - mdpi.com
The emergence of drug-resistant genes and concerns about food safety caused by the
overuse of antibiotics are becoming increasingly prominent. There is an urgent need for …

Recent advancements in microbial polysaccharides: Synthesis and applications

YAG Mahmoud, ME El-Naggar, A Abdel-Megeed… - Polymers, 2021 - mdpi.com
Polysaccharide materials are widely applied in different applications including food, food
packaging, drug delivery, tissue engineering, wound dressing, wastewater treatment, and …

Lentinan, β-glucan from Shiitake (Lentinula edodes): A review on structure, conformational transition, and gastro-intestinal interaction contributing towards its anti …

S Chakraborty, M Beura, SK Sharma, A Singh… - Trends in Food Science …, 2023 - Elsevier
Background Lentinan (LNT), a β-glucan in Shiitake mushroom (Lentinula edodes) has
attracted attention for its potent biofunctionalities and immune-boosting properties. Despite …

Sustainable mitigation of heavy metals from effluents: toxicity and fate with recent technological advancements

VK Gaur, P Sharma, P Gaur, S Varjani, HH Ngo… - …, 2021 - Taylor & Francis
Increase in anthropogenic activities due to rapid industrialization had caused an elevation in
heavy metal contamination of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. These pollutants have …

Algal polysaccharides‐based nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery applications

S Zhang, SA Qamar, M Junaid, B Munir, Q Badar… - Starch …, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
A huge variety of polysaccharides can be obtained from algal biomass having several
attractive properties such as cost‐effectiveness, non‐toxicity, biodegradability, abundant …

Exploring the potential of pullulan-based films and coatings for effective food preservation: A comprehensive analysis of properties, activation strategies and …

A Rashid, A Qayum, Q Liang, L Kang… - International Journal of …, 2024 - Elsevier
Pullulan is naturally occurring polysaccharide exhibited potential applications for food
preservation has gained increasing attention over the last half-century. Recent studies …

Galf-containing polysaccharides from medicinal molds: Sources, structures and bioactive properties

N Wang, Z Shan, X Jia, Y Wang, S Song, D Xiao… - Trends in Food Science …, 2023 - Elsevier
Background Compared to those from other sources, polysaccharides from medical molds
with unique structural features have long been reported for a wide range of bioactivities …

Development and Analysis of Silver Nitroprusside Nanoparticle-Incorporated Sodium Alginate Films for Banana Browning Prevention

L Zhang, A Sathiyaseelan, X Zhang, Y Lu, MH Wang - Nanomaterials, 2024 - mdpi.com
Banana (Musa acuminate) has been popular among consumers worldwide due to its rich
nutrients and minerals. However, bananas are highly susceptible to the physical and …

Biomedical applications of biomolecules isolated from methanotrophic bacteria in wastewater treatment systems

R Salem, A ElDyasti, GF Audette - Biomolecules, 2021 - mdpi.com
Wastewater treatment plants and other remediation facilities serve important roles, both in
public health, but also as dynamic research platforms for acquiring useful resources and …