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Coudane J, Nottelet B, Mouton J, Garric X, Van Den Berghe H. Poly(ε-caprolactone)-Based Graft Copolymers: Synthesis Methods and Applications in the Biomedical Field: A Review. Molecules 2022; 27:7339. [PMID: 36364164 PMCID: PMC9653691 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27217339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2022] [Revised: 10/18/2022] [Accepted: 10/26/2022] [Indexed: 09/24/2023] Open
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Synthetic biopolymers are attractive alternatives to biobased polymers, especially because they rarely induce an immune response in a living organism. Poly ε-caprolactone (PCL) is a well-known synthetic aliphatic polyester universally used for many applications, including biomedical and environmental ones. Unlike poly lactic acid (PLA), PCL has no chiral atoms, and it is impossible to play with the stereochemistry to modify its properties. To expand the range of applications for PCL, researchers have investigated the possibility of grafting polymer chains onto the PCL backbone. As the PCL backbone is not functionalized, it must be first functionalized in order to be able to graft reactive groups onto the PCL chain. These reactive groups will then allow the grafting of new reagents and especially new polymer chains. Grafting of polymer chains is mainly carried out by "grafting from" or "grafting onto" methods. In this review we describe the main structures of the graft copolymers produced, their different synthesis methods, and their main characteristics and applications, mainly in the biomedical field.
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- Jean Coudane
- Department of Polymers for Health and Biomaterials, Institute of Biomolecules Max Mousseron, UMR 5247, University of Montpellier, CNRS, ENSCM, 34000 Montpellier, France
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- Department of Polymers for Health and Biomaterials, Institute of Biomolecules Max Mousseron, UMR 5247, University of Montpellier, CNRS, ENSCM, 34000 Montpellier, France
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- Polymers Composites and Hybrids, IMT Mines d’Alès, 30100 Alès, France
- EPF Graduate School of Engineering, 34000 Montpellier, France
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- Department of Polymers for Health and Biomaterials, Institute of Biomolecules Max Mousseron, UMR 5247, University of Montpellier, CNRS, ENSCM, 34000 Montpellier, France
- Department of Pharmacy, Nîmes University Hospital, 30900 Nimes, France
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- Department of Polymers for Health and Biomaterials, Institute of Biomolecules Max Mousseron, UMR 5247, University of Montpellier, CNRS, ENSCM, 34000 Montpellier, France
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Mahmud J, Sarmast E, Shankar S, Lacroix M. Advantages of nanotechnology developments in active food packaging. Food Res Int 2022; 154:111023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.111023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2021] [Revised: 01/29/2022] [Accepted: 02/14/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Lim BKH, Thian ES. Biodegradation of polymers in managing plastic waste - A review. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2022; 813:151880. [PMID: 34826495 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.151880] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2021] [Revised: 11/18/2021] [Accepted: 11/18/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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The modern economy that is fast-moving and convenience centric has led to excessive consumption of plastic. This has unwittingly led to egregious accumulation of plastic waste polluting the environment. Unfortunately, present means of plastic waste management have all been proven as less than adequate; namely recycling, landfill and incineration. Recent focus on plastic waste management has seen the confluence of the developments in biodegradable polymers and microbial engineering strategy for more expedient decomposition of plastic waste at composting facilities. This review paper is an assimilation of current developments in the areas of biodegradable polymer as well as microbial strategy towards management of polymer waste. Advents in biodegradable polymers have been promising, especially with aliphatic polyesters and starch in blends or co-polymers of these. Microbial strategies have been pursued for the identification of microbial strains and understanding of their enzymatic degradation process on polymers. New insights in these two areas have been focused in improving the rate of degradation of plastic waste at composting facilities. Recent alignment of testing and certification standards is outlined to give intimate insights into the mechanisms and factors influencing biodegradation. Despite recent milestones, economic viability of composting plastic waste in mainstream waste facilities is still a distance away. As it remains that a polymer that is biodegradable is functionally inferior to conventional polymers. Rather, it requires a shift in consumer behaviour to accept less durable biodegradable plastic products, this will then lower the threshold for biodegradable polymers to become a commercial reality.
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- Berlinda Kwee Hong Lim
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 9 Engineering Drive 1, Singapore 117576, Singapore
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 9 Engineering Drive 1, Singapore 117576, Singapore.
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Lee SY, Ten LN, Das K, You YH, Jung HY. Biodegradative Activities of Fungal Strains Isolated from Terrestrial Environments in Korea. MYCOBIOLOGY 2021; 49:285-293. [PMID: 36999090 PMCID: PMC10049743 DOI: 10.1080/12298093.2021.1903131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2021] [Revised: 03/08/2021] [Accepted: 03/10/2021] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Polylactic acid (PLA) and polycaprolactone (PCL) are commercially available bioplastics that are exploited worldwide, and both are biodegradable. The PLA and PCL polymer-degrading activity of 30 fungal strains that were isolated from terrestrial environments were screened based on the formation of a clear zone around fungal colonies on agar plates containing emulsified PLA or PCL. Among them, five strains yielded positive results of biodegradation. Strains Korean Agricultural Culture Collection (KACC) 83034BP and KNUF-20-PPH03 exhibited PCL degradation; two other strains, KACC 83035BP and KNUF-20-PDG05, degraded PLA; and the fifth strain, KACC 83036BP, biodegraded both tested plastics. Based on phylogenetic analyses using various combinations of the sequences of internal transcribed spacer (ITS) regions, RPB2, LSU, CAL, and β-TUB genes, the above-mentioned strains were identified as Apiotrichum porosum, Penicillium samsonianum, Talaromyces pinophilus, Purpureocillium lilacinum, and Fusicolla acetilerea, respectively. Based on our knowledge, this is the first report on (i) plastic biodegraders among Apiotrichum and Fusicolla species, (ii) the capability of T. pinophilus to degrade biodegradable plastics, (iii) the biodegradative activity of P. samsonianum against PCL, and (iv) the accurate identification of P. lilacinum as a PLA biodegrader. Further studies should be conducted to determine how the fungal species can be utilized in Korea.
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- Seung-Yeol Lee
- School of Applied Biosciences, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
- Institute of Plant Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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- School of Applied Biosciences, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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- School of Applied Biosciences, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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- Microorganism Resources Division, National Institute of Biological Resources, Incheon, Korea
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- School of Applied Biosciences, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
- Institute of Plant Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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Naffakh M, Fernández M, Shuttleworth PS, García AM, Moreno DA. Nanocomposite Materials with Poly(l-lactic Acid) and Transition-Metal Dichalcogenide Nanosheets 2D-TMDCs WS 2. Polymers (Basel) 2020; 12:E2699. [PMID: 33207692 PMCID: PMC7698076 DOI: 10.3390/polym12112699] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2020] [Revised: 11/11/2020] [Accepted: 11/13/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Layered transition-metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) based on tungsten disulfide nanosheets (2D-WS2) were introduced via melt processing into poly(l-lactic acid) (PLLA) to generate PLLA/2D-WS2 nanocomposite materials. The effects of the 2D-WS2 on the morphology, crystallization, and biodegradation behavior of PLLA were investigated. In particular, the non-isothermal melt-crystallization of neat PLLA and PLLA/2D-WS2 nanocomposites were analyzed in detail by varying both the cooling rate and 2D-WS2 loading. The kinetic parameters of PLLA chain crystallization are successfully described using the Liu model. It was found that the PLLA crystallization rate was reduced with 2D-WS2 incorporation, while the crystallization mechanism and crystal structure of PLLA remained unchanged in spite of nanoparticle loading. This was due to the PLLA chains not being able to easily adsorb on the WS2 nanosheets, hindering crystal growth. In addition, from surface morphology analysis, it was observed that the addition of 2D-WS2 facilitated the enzymatic degradation of poorly biodegradable PLLA using a promising strain of actinobacteria, Lentzea waywayandensis. The identification of more suitable enzymes to break down PLLA nanocomposites will open up new avenues of investigation and development, and it will also lead to more environmentally friendly, safer, and economic routes for bioplastic waste management.
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- Mohammed Naffakh
- Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingenieros Industriales, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (ETSII-UPM), José Gutiérrez Abascal 2, 28006 Madrid, Spain; (M.F.); (A.M.G.); (D.A.M.)
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- Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingenieros Industriales, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (ETSII-UPM), José Gutiérrez Abascal 2, 28006 Madrid, Spain; (M.F.); (A.M.G.); (D.A.M.)
- Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de Polímeros (ICTP-CSIC), Juan de la Cierva 3, 28006 Madrid, Spain;
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- Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de Polímeros (ICTP-CSIC), Juan de la Cierva 3, 28006 Madrid, Spain;
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- Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingenieros Industriales, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (ETSII-UPM), José Gutiérrez Abascal 2, 28006 Madrid, Spain; (M.F.); (A.M.G.); (D.A.M.)
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- Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingenieros Industriales, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (ETSII-UPM), José Gutiérrez Abascal 2, 28006 Madrid, Spain; (M.F.); (A.M.G.); (D.A.M.)
- Facultad de Farmacia, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha (FF-UCLM), Avda. Dr. José María Sánchez Ibañez s/n, E-02071 Albacete, Spain
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Satti SM, Shah AA. Polyester-based biodegradable plastics: an approach towards sustainable development. Lett Appl Microbiol 2020; 70:413-430. [PMID: 32086820 DOI: 10.1111/lam.13287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2019] [Revised: 02/17/2020] [Accepted: 02/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Non-degradability of conventional plastics, filling of landfill sites, raising water and land pollution and rapid depletion of fossil resources have raised the environmental issues and global concerns. The current demand and production of plastics is putting immense pressure on fossil resources, consuming about 6% of the global oil and is expected to grow up to 20%. The polyester-based biodegradable plastics (BPs) are considered as a remedy to the issue of plastics waste in the environment. BPs appear to manage the overflow of plastics by providing new means of waste management system and help in securing the non-renewable resources of nature. This review comprehensively presents the environmental burdens due to conventional plastics as well as production of polyester-based BPs as an alternative to conventional commodity plastics. The diversity of micro-organisms and their enzymes that degrade various polyester-based BPs (PLA, PCL, PHB/PHBV and PET) has also been described in detail. Moreover, the impact of plastics degradation products on soil ecology and ecosystem functions has critically been discussed. The report ends with special focus on future recommendations for the development of sustainable waste management strategies to control pollution due to plastics waste. SIGNIFICANCE AND IMPACT OF THE STUDY: Polyester-based BPs considered as a solution to current plastic waste problem as well as leading polymers in terms of biodegradability and sustainability has been critically discussed. The role of microorganisms and their enzymes involved in the biodegradation of these polymers and ecotoxicological impact of degradation products of BPs on soil microbial community and biogeochemical cycles has also been described. This report will provide an insight on the key research areas to bridge the gap for development of simulated systems as an effective and emerging strategy to divert the overflow of plastic in the environment as well as for the greener solution to the plastic waste management problems.
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- S M Satti
- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan.,University Institute of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
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Al Hosni AS, Pittman JK, Robson GD. Microbial degradation of four biodegradable polymers in soil and compost demonstrating polycaprolactone as an ideal compostable plastic. WASTE MANAGEMENT (NEW YORK, N.Y.) 2019; 97:105-114. [PMID: 31447017 DOI: 10.1016/j.wasman.2019.07.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2019] [Revised: 07/04/2019] [Accepted: 07/31/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Plastics are an indispensable material but also a major environmental pollutant. In contrast, biodegradable polymers have the potential to be compostable. The biodegradation of four polymers as discs, polycaprolactone (PCL), polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB), polylactic acid (PLA) and poly(1,4 butylene) succinate (PBS) was compared in soil and compost over a period of more than 10 months at 25 °C, 37 °C and 50 °C. Degradation rates varied between the polymers and incubation temperatures but PCL showed the fastest degradation rate under all conditions and was completely degraded when buried in compost and incubated at 50 °C after 91 days. Furthermore, PCL strips showed a significant reduction in tensile strength in just 2 weeks when incubated in compost >45 °C. Various fungal strains growing on the polymer surfaces were identified by sequence analysis. Aspergillus fumigatus was most commonly found at 25 °C and 37 °C, while Thermomyces lanuginosus, which was abundant at 50 °C, was associated with PCL degradation.
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- Asma S Al Hosni
- School of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, The University of Manchester, Michael Smith Building, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PT, UK
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- Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, School of Natural Sciences, Faculty of Science and Engineering, The University of Manchester, Michael Smith Building, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PT, UK.
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- School of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, The University of Manchester, Michael Smith Building, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PT, UK
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Liu Q, Wang H, Chen L, Li W, Zong Y, Sun Y, Li Z. Enzymatic degradation of fluorinated Poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) block copolymer films with improved hydrophobicity. Polym Degrad Stab 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2019.04.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Luo Y, Lin Z, Guo G. Biodegradation Assessment of Poly (Lactic Acid) Filled with Functionalized Titania Nanoparticles (PLA/TiO 2) under Compost Conditions. NANOSCALE RESEARCH LETTERS 2019; 14:56. [PMID: 30767099 PMCID: PMC6376044 DOI: 10.1186/s11671-019-2891-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2018] [Accepted: 02/04/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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This paper presents a biodegradation study conducted for 90 days under standardized controlled composting conditions of poly (lactic acid) (PLA) filled with functionalized anatase-titania nanofiller (PLA/TiO2 nanocomposites). The surface morphology, thermal properties, percentage of biodegradation, and molecular weight changes at different incubation times were evaluated via visual inspection, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and gel permeation chromatography (GPC) by taking degraded samples from compost at the end of target biodegradation time interval. The rapid increase of crystallinity indicated that the PLA and PLA/TiO2 nanocomposites had heterogeneous degradation mechanisms under controlled composting conditions. The biodegradation rate of PLA/TiO2 nanocomposites was higher than that of pure PLA because water molecules easily penetrated the nanocomposites. The dispersion of the nanoparticles in the PLA/TiO2 nanocomposites affected the biodegradation rate of PLA. Moreover, the biodegradation of PLA could be controlled by adding an amount of dispersed TiO2 nanofillers under controlled composting conditions.
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- Yanbing Luo
- School of History and Culture, National Center for Experimental Archaeology Education, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610064, China.
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- School of History and Culture, National Center for Experimental Archaeology Education, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610064, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, China.
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Goodwin DG, Boyer I, Devahif T, Gao C, Frank BP, Lu X, Kuwama L, Gordon TB, Wang J, Ranville JF, Bouwer EJ, Fairbrother DH. Biodegradation of Carbon Nanotube/Polymer Nanocomposites using a Monoculture. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 2018; 52:40-51. [PMID: 29161037 DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.7b02062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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The biodegradation rates of carbon nanotube (CNT)/ polymer nanocomposites (PNCs) containing poly-ε-caprolactone (PCL) were investigated using Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a microorganism commonly found in the environment. CNT/PCL nanocomposite mass loss profiles revealed that the rate of PCL matrix biodegradation decreased systematically as the CNT loading increased from 0.1 to 10% w/w. Addition of even a low CNT loading (<1% w/w) caused the CNT/PCL biodegradation rate constant to decrease by more than 50%. Similar trends in biodegradation rate were observed for both pristine and oxidized multiwall CNTs embedded in PCL. During PCL matrix biodegradation, CNT accumulation was observed at the surface of CNT/PCL nanocomposites and single particle inductively coupled-mass spectrometry experiments revealed no measurable CNT release to the culture fluid. Experimental data indicated that biodegradation proceeded as a result of biofilm formation on the CNT/PCL nanocomposites and decreased as a function of CNT loading due to the cytotoxicity of CNTs toward P. aeruginosa and the physical barrier presented by the surface-accumulated CNTs to the underlying PCL substrate. As the CNT loading in the CNT/PCL nanocomposites increased, the microbial proliferation of planktonic cells in the surrounding media also decreased as did the biodegradation rate of PCL samples present in the same reactors. Results from this study demonstrate that the inclusion of CNTs into polymer matrices could increase the environmental persistence of polymers in lakes, landfills, and surface waters.
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- David G Goodwin
- Department of Chemistry, Johns Hopkins University , Baltimore, Maryland 21218, United States
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- Centro de Química, Instituto Venezolano de Investigaciones Cientificas (IVIC) , Altos de Pipe, Caracas 1020-A, Miranda Venezuela
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Namur , B-5000, Namur, Belgium
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- College of Chemistry, Jilin University , Changchun, 130012, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Johns Hopkins University , Baltimore, Maryland 21218, United States
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- Department of Environmental Health and Engineering, Johns Hopkins University , Baltimore, Maryland 21218, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Johns Hopkins University , Baltimore, Maryland 21218, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Johns Hopkins University , Baltimore, Maryland 21218, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Geochemistry, Colorado School of Mines , Golden, Colorado 80401, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Geochemistry, Colorado School of Mines , Golden, Colorado 80401, United States
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- Department of Environmental Health and Engineering, Johns Hopkins University , Baltimore, Maryland 21218, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Johns Hopkins University , Baltimore, Maryland 21218, United States
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Eksiler K, Andou Y, Nakayama N, Yoshinaga K, Shirai Y. Design of biodegradable PCL/PI films as a joining tape for grafting plant. ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY 2017; 38:2362-2372. [PMID: 27838958 DOI: 10.1080/09593330.2016.1261186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2016] [Accepted: 11/10/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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In this study, novel eco-friendly blends based on environmental-friendly polymers and compatibilizers, such as poly(ϵ-caprolactone) (PCL), cis-1,4-polyisoprene (PI), soybean lecithin (SOLE) and acrylated-epoxidized soybean oil (AESO), have been prepared in order to suggest a biodegradable joining tool used for plant grafting in agriculture, which will be competitive from the environment and economic points of view against conventional nonbiodegradable tools. PCL/PI blends, in which the portion of PCL was 75 and 50, were mixed with a compatibilizer by a melt-blending technique. The resulting blends were investigated by thermogravimetric analysis, differential scanning calorimetry and scanning electron microscopy and also their mechanical properties were determined. Afterwards, the blend films were buried in the soil. Remarkable level of weight loss was achieved in 6 weeks, ∼46%. The results showed that the addition of SOLE helped to improve the compatibility between PCL and PI due to its amphipathic property, and, besides, accelerated the weight loss of the films in soil, increasing microorganism growth on the film.
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- Kubra Eksiler
- a Department of Biological Functions and Engineering , Graduate School of Life Science and Systems Engineering, Kyushu Institute of Technology , Kitakyushu , Fukuoka , Japan
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- a Department of Biological Functions and Engineering , Graduate School of Life Science and Systems Engineering, Kyushu Institute of Technology , Kitakyushu , Fukuoka , Japan
- b Eco-Town Collaborative R&D Center for the Environment and Recycling, Kyushu Institute of Technology , Kitakyushu , Fukuoka , Japan
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- c NARO Bio-oriented Technology Research Advancement Institution , Saitama , Japan
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- c NARO Bio-oriented Technology Research Advancement Institution , Saitama , Japan
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- a Department of Biological Functions and Engineering , Graduate School of Life Science and Systems Engineering, Kyushu Institute of Technology , Kitakyushu , Fukuoka , Japan
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de Abreu LCL, Todaro V, Sathler PC, da Silva LCRP, do Carmo FA, Costa CM, Toma HK, Castro HC, Rodrigues CR, de Sousa VP, Cabral LM. Development and Characterization of Nisin Nanoparticles as Potential Alternative for the Recurrent Vaginal Candidiasis Treatment. AAPS PharmSciTech 2016; 17:1421-1427. [PMID: 26810491 DOI: 10.1208/s12249-016-0477-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2015] [Accepted: 01/01/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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The aim of this work was the development and characterization of nisin-loaded nanoparticles and the evaluation of its potential antifungal activity. Candidiasis is a fungal infection caused by Candida sp. considered as one of the major public health problem currently. The discovery of antifungal agents that present a reduced or null resistance of Candida sp. and the development of more efficient drug release mechanisms are necessary for the improvement of candidiasis treatment. Nisin, a bacteriocin commercially available for more than 50 years, exhibits antibacterial action in food products with potential antifungal activity. Among several alternatives used to modulate antifungal activity of bacteriocins, polymeric nanoparticles have received great attention due to an effective drug release control and reduction of therapeutic dose, besides the minimization of adverse effects by the preferential accumulation in specific tissues. The nisin nanoparticles were prepared by double emulsification and solvent evaporation methods. Nanoparticles were characterized by dynamic light scattering, zeta potential, Fourier transform infrared, X-ray diffraction, differential scanning calorimetry, and scanning electron microscopy. Antifungal activity was accessed by pour plate method and cell counting using Candida albicans strains. The in vitro release profile and in vitro permeation studies were performed using dialysis bag method and pig vaginal mucosa in Franz diffusion cell, respectively. The results revealed nisin nanoparticles (300 nm) with spherical shape and high loading efficiency (93.88 ± 3.26%). In vitro test results suggest a promising application of these nanosystems as a prophylactic agent in recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis and other gynecological diseases.
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Babu SS, Mathew S, Kalarikkal N, Thomas S, E. K R. Antimicrobial, antibiofilm, and microbial barrier properties of poly (ε-caprolactone)/cloisite 30B thin films. 3 Biotech 2016; 6:249. [PMID: 28330321 PMCID: PMC5114210 DOI: 10.1007/s13205-016-0559-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2016] [Accepted: 11/01/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Development of antibacterial and antibiofilm surfaces is in high demand. In this study, nanocomposite of Poly (ε-caprolactone)/Cloisite 30B was prepared by the solvent casting method. The membranes were characterised by SEM, AFM, and FTIR. Evaluation of water uptake, antimicrobial, antibiofilm, and microbial barrier properties demonstrated a significant antimicrobial and antibiofilm activity against MTCC strain of Staphylococcus haemolyticus and strong biofilm positive Staphylococcus epidermidis of clinical origin at low clay concentrations. These membranes acted as an excellent barrier to the penetration of microorganism. These nanocomposites can have promising applications in various fields including packaging.
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- Snigdha Sajeendra Babu
- International and Inter University Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 686 560 India
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- School of Biosciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 686 560 India
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- International and Inter University Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 686 560 India
- School of Pure and Applied Physics, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 686 560 India
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- International and Inter University Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 686 560 India
- School of Chemical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 686 560 India
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- School of Biosciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 686 560 India
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Dziadek M, Stodolak-Zych E, Cholewa-Kowalska K. Biodegradable ceramic-polymer composites for biomedical applications: A review. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2016; 71:1175-1191. [PMID: 27987674 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2016.10.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 73] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2016] [Revised: 09/18/2016] [Accepted: 10/13/2016] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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The present work focuses on the state-of-the-art of biodegradable ceramic-polymer composites with particular emphasis on influence of various types of ceramic fillers on properties of the composites. First, the general needs to create composite materials for medical applications are briefly introduced. Second, various types of polymeric materials used as matrices of ceramic-containing composites and their properties are reviewed. Third, silica nanocomposites and their material as well as biological characteristics are presented. Fourth, different types of glass fillers including silicate, borate and phosphate glasses and their effect on a number of properties of the composites are described. Fifth, wollastonite as a composite modifier and its effect on composite characteristics are discussed. Sixth, composites containing calcium phosphate ceramics, namely hydroxyapatite, tricalcium phosphate and biphasic calcium phosphate are presented. Finally, general possibilities for control of properties of composite materials are highlighted.
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- Michal Dziadek
- AGH University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Materials Science and Ceramics, Department of Glass Technology and Amorphous Coatings, 30 Mickiewicza Ave., 30-059 Krakow, Poland.
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- AGH University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Materials Science and Ceramics, Department of Biomaterials, 30 Mickiewicza Ave., 30-059 Krakow, Poland.
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- AGH University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Materials Science and Ceramics, Department of Glass Technology and Amorphous Coatings, 30 Mickiewicza Ave., 30-059 Krakow, Poland.
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Navarro-Baena I, Sessini V, Dominici F, Torre L, Kenny JM, Peponi L. Design of biodegradable blends based on PLA and PCL: From morphological, thermal and mechanical studies to shape memory behavior. Polym Degrad Stab 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2016.03.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 168] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Guarás MP, Alvarez VA, Ludueña LN. Biodegradable nanocomposites based on starch/polycaprolactone/compatibilizer ternary blends reinforced with natural and organo-modified montmorillonite. J Appl Polym Sci 2016. [DOI: 10.1002/app.44163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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- M. P. Guarás
- Research Institute of Material Science and Technology (INTEMA), Composite Materials Group (CoMP) Engineering Faculty, National University of Mar Del Plata; Juan B. Justo 4302 B7608FDQ Mar Del Plata Argentina
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- Research Institute of Material Science and Technology (INTEMA), Composite Materials Group (CoMP) Engineering Faculty, National University of Mar Del Plata; Juan B. Justo 4302 B7608FDQ Mar Del Plata Argentina
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- Research Institute of Material Science and Technology (INTEMA), Composite Materials Group (CoMP) Engineering Faculty, National University of Mar Del Plata; Juan B. Justo 4302 B7608FDQ Mar Del Plata Argentina
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Mdletshe TS, Mishra SB, Mishra AK. Studies on the effect of silicon carbide nanoparticles on the thermal, mechanical, and biodegradation properties of poly(caprolactone). J Appl Polym Sci 2015. [DOI: 10.1002/app.42145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- Thembinkosi S. Mdletshe
- Department of Applied Chemistry; University of Johannesburg; Doornfontein, 2028 Johannesburg South Africa
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- Department of Applied Chemistry; University of Johannesburg; Doornfontein, 2028 Johannesburg South Africa
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- Nanotechnology and Water Sustainability Research Unit, College of Engineering, Science and Technology; University of South Africa; Florida Science Campus Johannesburg South Africa
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Nawaz A, Hasan F, Shah AA. Degradation of poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) by a newly isolated Brevundimonas sp. strain MRL-AN1 from soil. FEMS Microbiol Lett 2014; 362:1-7. [PMID: 25790487 DOI: 10.1093/femsle/fnu004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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A poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL)-degrading bacterium designated as strain MRL-AN1 was isolated from soil. The bacterium was identified as Brevundimonas sp. strain MRL-AN1 through biochemical tests and 16S rRNA gene sequencing. Scanning electron microscopy and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy results confirmed the degradation of PCL by strain MRL-AN1. An extracellular PCL depolymerase was purified to homogeneity by column chromatography and molecular weight was estimated to be approximately 63.49 kDa by sodium dodecyl sulfate-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis. PCL depolymerase could degrade not only PCL but also other aliphatic polyesters. The enzyme was stable at wide range of temperature (20-45°C) and pH (5-9) as well as stable in the presence of various metal ions, surfactants and organic solvents. Phenylmethylsulfonyl fluoride inhibited enzyme activity that indicates this enzyme belongs to the serine hydrolase family. It is concluded from the results that the enzymes from strain MRL-AN1 might be applied in the process of biochemical monomer recycling in the polyester-contaminated environments.
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- Ahmed Nawaz
- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad 45320, Pakistan
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad 45320, Pakistan
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad 45320, Pakistan
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Green nanocomposite films based on cellulose acetate and biopolymer-modified nanoclays: studies on morphology and properties. IRANIAN POLYMER JOURNAL 2014. [DOI: 10.1007/s13726-014-0286-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Valdés García A, Ramos Santonja M, Sanahuja AB, Selva MDCG. Characterization and degradation characteristics of poly(ε-caprolactone)-based composites reinforced with almond skin residues. Polym Degrad Stab 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2014.03.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Bikiaris DN. Nanocomposites of aliphatic polyesters: An overview of the effect of different nanofillers on enzymatic hydrolysis and biodegradation of polyesters. Polym Degrad Stab 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2013.05.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Alp B, Cesur S. Isothermal crystallization kinetics and mechanical properties of polycaprolactone composites with zinc oxide, oleic acid, and glycerol monooleate. J Appl Polym Sci 2013. [DOI: 10.1002/app.39217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- Burcu Alp
- Department of Chemical Engineering; Izmir Institute of Technology; Izmir Turkey
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- Department of Chemical Engineering; Ege University; Izmir Turkey
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Fukushima K, Feijoo JL, Yang MC. Comparison of abiotic and biotic degradation of PDLLA, PCL and partially miscible PDLLA/PCL blend. Eur Polym J 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2012.12.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Re GL, Morreale M, Scaffaro R, La Mantia FP. Biodegradation paths of Mater-Bi®/kenaf biodegradable composites. J Appl Polym Sci 2013. [DOI: 10.1002/app.39027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Vasileiou AA, Papageorgiou GZ, Kontopoulou M, Docoslis A, Bikiaris D. Covalently bonded poly(ethylene succinate)/SiO2 nanocomposites prepared by in situ polymerisation. POLYMER 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymer.2012.12.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Fukushima K, Feijoo JL, Yang MC. Abiotic degradation of poly(dl-lactide), poly(ɛ-caprolactone) and their blends. Polym Degrad Stab 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2012.07.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Bikiaris DN, Nianias NP, Karagiannidou EG, Docoslis A. Effect of different nanoparticles on the properties and enzymatic hydrolysis mechanism of aliphatic polyesters. Polym Degrad Stab 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2011.10.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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Ludueña LN, Vázquez A, Alvarez VA. Effect of the type of clay organo-modifier on the morphology, thermal/mechanical/impact/barrier properties and biodegradation in soil of polycaprolactone/clay nanocomposites. J Appl Polym Sci 2012. [DOI: 10.1002/app.38425] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Fukushima K, Giménez E, Cabedo L, Lagarón J, Feijoo J. Biotic degradation of poly(dl-lactide) based nanocomposites. Polym Degrad Stab 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2012.05.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Li F, Yu D, Lin X, Liu D, Xia H, Chen S. Biodegradation of poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) by a new Penicillium oxalicum strain DSYD05-1. World J Microbiol Biotechnol 2012; 28:2929-35. [PMID: 22806733 DOI: 10.1007/s11274-012-1103-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2012] [Accepted: 06/07/2012] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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In this study, fungi isolated from soil were screened for their ability to form clear zones on agar plates with emulsified poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL). The most active strain, designated as DSYD05, was identified as Penicillium oxalicum on the basis of morphological characteristics and phylogenetic analysis. Mutant DSYD05-1, obtained by ultraviolet-light mutagenesis from strain DSYD05, was more effective in PCL degradation. In liquid cultures of the mutant strain with PCL emulsion, DSYD05-1 showed the highest PCL-degrading activity after 4 days of cultivation. The products of PCL degradation were analysed by mass spectrometry; the results indicated that 6-hydroxyhexanoic acid was produced and assimilated during cultivation. The degradation of PCL film by DSYD05-1 was observed by scanning electron microscopy, and was indicative of a three-stage degradation process. The degradation of amorphous parts of the film preceded that of the crystalline center and then the peripheral crystalline regions. In addition, DSYD05-1 showed a wide range of substrate specificity, with capability to degrade PCL, poly(β-hydroxybutyrate), and poly(butylene succinate), but not poly(lactic acid), indicating that the strain could have potential for application in the treatment or recycling of bio-plastic wastes.
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- Fan Li
- School of Life Sciences, Northeast Normal University, Changchun 130024, China
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Žukienė K, Jankauskaitė V, Betingytė V, Baltušnikas A. Properties of recycled polycaprolactone-based thermoplastic polyurethane filled with montmorillonites. J Appl Polym Sci 2012. [DOI: 10.1002/app.38408] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Kotek J, Kubies D, Baldrian J, Kovářová J. Biodegradable polyester nanocomposites: The effect of structure on mechanical and degradation behavior. Eur Polym J 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2011.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Preparation, characterization and biodegradation of biopolymer nanocomposites based on fumed silica. Eur Polym J 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2010.10.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 75] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Fukushima K, Tabuani D, Abbate C, Arena M, Ferreri L. Effect of sepiolite on the biodegradation of poly(lactic acid) and polycaprolactone. Polym Degrad Stab 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2010.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Sustained release of complexed DNA from films: Study of bioactivity and intracellular tracking. Biointerphases 2010; 5:FA69-77. [DOI: 10.1116/1.3493692] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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