Electrospun nanofibrous membranes offer superior properties over other polymeric
membranes not only due to their high membrane porosity but also due to their high surface …

Smart actuators refer to integrated devices that are composed of smart and artificial
materials, and can provide actuation and dampening capabilities in response to single/multi …

Artificial muscles, skin, and flexible electronics all benefit from smart actuators. However,
developing actuators with high self-driving/sensing capabilities, as well as the real-time …

Abstract 4D printing of smart materials is a viable field of research for fabricating dynamic
structures for various biomedical applications. 4D printing of hydrogel structures is …

Homogeneous chitosan nanoparticles utilizing EPR effect and pH-sensitive properties have
an immense potential for loading and delivery of anticancer drugs. The aim of this study was …

Featured Application The electrospun mats produced may have biomaterial potentials such
as therapeutic compound delivery (essential oils) and wound dressings. Abstract The growth …

Smart actuators with multistimuli synergistic response functions can be widely used in
complex environments. In this study, a torsion side-by-side sodium alginate-sodium …

Drug delivery for neuroprotection/neuroregeneration after traumatic peripheral nerve injuries
still remains a challenge. For this purpose, we formulated composite nanofiber formulation …

Smart actuators that combine excellent mechanical properties and responsive actuating
performance like biological muscles have attracted considerable attention. In this study, a …

Wound dressings play a critical role in promoting healing by protecting wounds from
external contaminants and providing an optimal environment for tissue regeneration …