PRISM: Polymer, Recycling, Industrial, Sustainability and Manufacturing Institute (Midlands): Recent submissions
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Monitoring in vitro extracellular matrix protein conformations in the presence of biomimetic bone-regeneration scaffolds using functionalized gold-edge-triangular silver nanoparticles
(MDPI, 2022-12-23): In the cellular environment, high noise levels, such as fluctuations in biochemical reactions, protein variability, molecular diffusion, cell-to-cell contact, and pH, can both mediate and interfere with cellular ... -
Enhancing drug solubility through advanced polymer extruded shellac-based matrix drug delivery systems
(Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest, 2022-09)The main objective of this study is to enhance the solubility of the model drug fenofibrate, by forming amorphous solid dispersions using a hot melt extrusion process. Hot melt extrusion offers an efficient way of ... -
Synthesis, properties, and applications of polylactic acid-based polymers
(Wiley, 2022-11-03)Polylactic acid (PLA) is known as one of the greatest promising bioabsorbable and compostable polyesters with the capability of high molecular weight synthesis. Lactic acid condensation, azeotropic dehydration, and ... -
Enhanced antimicrobial activity of biocompatible bacterial cellulose films via dual synergistic action of curcumin and triangular silver nanoplates
(2022-10-13)Curcumin and triangular silver nanoplates (TSNP)-incorporated bacterial cellulose (BC) films present an ideal antimicrobial material for biomedical applications as they afford a complete set of requirements, including a ... -
Bioresorbable chitosan-based bone regeneration scaffold using various bioceramics and the alteration of photoinitiator concentration in an extended UV photocrosslinking reaction in an extended UV photocrosslinking reaction
(MDPI, 2022-10-28)Bone tissue engineering (BTE) is an ongoing field of research based on clinical needs to treat delayed and non-union long bone fractures. An ideal tissue engineering scaffold should have a biodegradability property ... -
Formulation and evaluation of Fenbendazole extended-release extrudes processed by hot-melt extrusion
(MDPI, 2022-10-06)This study aimed to demonstrate the feasibility of hot-melt extrusion in the development of extended-release formulations of Fenbendazole (Fen) dispersed in PEO/PCL blend-based matrices. Their thermal, physical, chemical ... -
Process optimization for the 3D printing of PLA and HNT composites with Arburg plastic freeforming
(MDPI, 2022-10-12)The industrial use of additive manufacturing continues to rapidly increase as new technology developments become available. The Arburg plastic freeforming (APF) process is designed to utilize standard polymeric granules ... -
Heat dissipation plays critical role for longevity of polymer-based 3D-printed inserts for plastics injection moulding.
(MDPI, 2022-10-08)Injection moulding is a polymer processing method of choice for making plastic parts on industrial scale, but its traditional mould is made from tooling steel with time-consuming and costly production. Additive manufacturing ... -
Development of the large-tonnage pressure-type prestressed anchor cable with BFRP for geotechnical engineering and its mechanical properties
(Wiley/Hindawi, 2022)Prestressed anchor cable is widely used in geotechnical engineering to control the displacement or landslide of an unstable slope. However, the traditional cable anchor is made of steel material, which is easy to get rust ... -
Hyaluronic acid: a review of the drug delivery capabilities of this naturally occurring polysaccharide
(MDPI, 2022-08-23)The inclusion of physiologically active molecules into a naturally occurring polymer matrix can improve the degradation, absorption, and release profile of the drug, thus boosting the therapeutic impact and potentially ... -
Lower critical solution temperature tuning and swelling behaviours of NVCL-based hydrogels for potential 4DF printing applications.
(MDPI, 2022-08-02)The phase transitions of poly (N-vinyl caprolactam) (PNVCL) hydrogels are currently under investigation as possible materials for biomedical applications thanks to their thermosensitive properties. This study aims to use ... -
An ensemble machine learning method for microplastics identification with FTIR spectrum
(Elsevier, 2022-06-20)Microplastics (MPs) (size < 5 mm) marine pollution have been investigated and monitored by many researchers and found in many coasts around the world. These toxic chemicals make their way into human diet through food ... -
Shape memory alloy-based wearables: a review, and conceptual frameworks on HCI and HRI in Industry 4.0
(MDPI, 2022-09-08)Ever since its discovery, the applications of Shape Memory Alloys (SMA) can be found across a range of application domains, from structural design to medical technology. This is based upon the unique and inherent ... -
Characterization of gels and films produced from Pinhão seed coat nanocellulose as a potential use for wound healing dressings and screening of Its compounds towards antitumour effects
(MDPI, 2022-07-07)The reuse of agro-industrial waste assumes great importance today. Pinhão is the seed of Araucaria angustifolia, which is native to the mountains of southern Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. The coat is a by-product of ... -
Applications of Digital Twin across industries: a review
(MDPI, 2022-06-14)One of the most promising technologies that is driving digitalization in several industries is Digital Twin (DT). DT refers to the digital replica or model of any physical object (physical twin). What differentiates DT ... -
Development of drug eluting biodegradable nanocomposite for use in coronary stents
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2021-07)Coronary stents are the scaffolds placed inside the blocked arteries, which aids the restoration of the passage of blood to the heart. Coronary stenting has become a standard medical procedure to treat coronary heart disease ... -
The development of advanced smart polymer formulations for potential biomedical applications.
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2020-10)In the past twenty years, a theme in the pharmaceutical industry is to move towards more efficient use of active pharmaceutical ingredients and the need for improved delivery systems. Smart polymers throughout the literature ... -
A novel manufacturing technique for the production of tailored solid dosage forms
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2020)The main objective of this study was to evaluate manufacturing processes for the fabrication of tailored solid dosage forms. Two hot-melt extrusion based manufacturing processes were investigated, a 3D printing process ... -
We have a solution for plastic pollution!
(Technological University of the Shannon Midlands Midwest, 2022-01)Most plastics degradation methods are currently inefficient and are limited by processing difficulties, quality loss and diminished value. This research focuses on the development of novel ultra-green chemical recycling ... -
A novel star-shaped Schiff base compound: synthesis, properties and application in w-LEDs
(Elsevier, 2022-03-08)A novel star-shaped Schiff base compound (3) was designed, synthesized and characterized. The thermal stability of 3 was measured. The photophysical properties and solvent effects of 3 were investigated and further analyzed ...
