Non-woven fibrous materials with antibacterial properties prepared by tailored attachment of quaternized chitosan to electrospun mats from maleic anhydride copolymer.

abstract：:The present study describes the synthesis of novel polypeptides containing O-phospho-L-threonine [Thr(PO(3)H(2))] and L-aspartic acid. Random copolypeptides copoly[Thr(PO(3)H(2))(X)Asp(Y)] (X:Y = 25:75, 50:50, 75:25), were conventionally prepared by copolymerization of Thr(PO(3)Ph(2)) N-carboxyanhydride (NCA) and Asp(...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Hayashi S,Ohkawa K,Yamamoto H

更新日期：2006-03-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Two chondrogenic factors, Dex and TGF-beta1, were incorporated into PLGA scaffolds and their chondrogenic potential was evaluated. The Dex-loaded PLGA scaffold was grafted with AA and heparin, the heparin-immobilized one was then reacted with TGF-beta1, yielding a PLGA/Dex-TGF (PLGA/D/T) scaffold. The scaffolds were s...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Park K,Cho KJ,Kim JJ,Kim IH,Han DK

更新日期：2009-03-10 00:00:00

abstract：:A poly(o-methoxyaniline) (POMA)/DNA [weight fraction of DNA (W(DNA)) = 0.45] hybrid was prepared by mixing their solutions in sterilized double distilled water. The solution turned green upon aging for a longer time, and the doping of POMA by DNA was complete after about 15 d of aging. The doping was confirmed from th...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Dawn A,Nandi AK

更新日期：2005-05-23 00:00:00

abstract：:This study presents the reactive self-assembly of isocyanate functional and amphiphilic six-arm, star-shaped polyether prepolymers in water into nanogels. Intrinsic molecular amphiphilicity, mainly driven by the isophorone moiety at the distal endings of the star-shaped molecules, allows for the preparation of spheric...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Hildebrandt H,Paloheimo O,Mäntylä E,Willman S,Hakanen S,Albrecht K,Groll J,Möller M,Vihinen-Ranta M

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Research and development in the design, synthesis, modification, evaluation, and characterization of polysaccharide-based bioactive polymeric materials for guiding and promoting new tissue in-growth is reviewed. Emphasis is given in this interdisciplinary field of tissue engineering (TE) with particular reference to b...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Khan F,Ahmad SR

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:New nonfouling tubes are developed and their influence on the adhesion of neuroproteins is studied. The biomarkers are considered as single components (recombinant prion and Tau proteins) or in a solution of native and pathological forms. The samples are stored for 24 h at 4 °C in virgin and treated tubes layered with...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Vrlinic T,Debarnot D,Legeay G,Coudreuse A,El Moualij B,Zorzi W,Perret-Liaudet A,Quadrio I,Mozetic M,Poncin-Epaillard F

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:O-carboxymethylchitin (molecular weight = 1.07 x 10(5), degree of carboxymethylation = 80%, degree of N-acetylation = 91%) was chemically attached to superoxide dismutase by the formation of amide linkages through a carbodiimide catalyzed reaction. The glycosidated enzyme contained about 1.8 mole of polysaccharide per...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Valdivia A,Perez Y,Dominguez A,Caballero J,Gomez L,Schacht EH,Villalonga R

更新日期：2005-02-23 00:00:00

abstract：:We report on a novel series of biomimetic polymers exhibiting interfacial properties similar to the extracellular matrix. A series of well-defined surfactant polymers were synthesized by simultaneously incorporating arginine-glycine-aspartic acid (RGD) peptide, dextran oligosaccharide, and hexyl ligands with controlle...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Anderson EH,Ruegsegger MA,Murugesan G,Kottke-Marchant K,Marchant RE

更新日期：2004-08-09 00:00:00

abstract：:Nanoparticles (NP) represent a promising tool for biomedical applications. Here, sulfonate- and phosphonate-functionalized polystyrene NP are analyzed for their interaction with human monocyte-derived dendritic cells (DC). Immature dendritic cells (iDC) display a higher time- and dose-dependent uptake of functionalize...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Frick SU,Bacher N,Baier G,Mailänder V,Landfester K,Steinbrink K

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A nanoscale biodegradable polymersome with pH-tuning on-off membrane is prepared via the self-assembly of poly(β-amino ester)-based amphiphilic copolymers. The pH-sensitive polymersome-like vesicle structure includes two layers that can encapsulate either hydrophobic or hydrophilic therapeutic drugs at physiological p...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Jeong IK,Gao GH,Li Y,Kang SW,Lee DS

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:New data are constantly gathered to show the role of oxidative stress and the involvement of reactive oxygen species in the pathogenesis of degenerative diseases. InsP6 is able to coordinate iron metal in order to prevent iron-catalyzed free radical formation. The aim of the present paper is to describe a new syntheti...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Iemma F,Trombino S,Puoci F,Cirillo G,Spizzirri UG,Muzzalupo R,Picci N

更新日期：2005-11-04 00:00:00

abstract：:In the last decade, substantial research in the field of post-plasma grafting surface modification has focussed on the introduction of carboxylic acids on surfaces by grafting acrylic acid (AAc). In the present work, we report on an alternative approach for biomaterial surface functionalisation. Thin poly-ε-caprolacto...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Desmet T,Billiet T,Berneel E,Cornelissen R,Schaubroeck D,Schacht E,Dubruel P

更新日期：2010-12-08 00:00:00

abstract：:A new anhydroribotrisaccharide monomer, A2B3LR (1), was synthesized and ROP was carried out to elucidate the polymerizability and to obtain oligosaccharide-branched polysaccharides with defined structures. The new trisaccharide monomer was found to be polymerized readily with BF(3) . OEt(2) as a catalyst at -40 degree...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Yoshida D,Han S,Narita K,Hattori K,Yoshida T

更新日期：2009-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Cells in physiological 3D environments differ considerably in morphology and differentiation from those in 2D tissue culture. Naturally derived polymer systems are frequently used to study cells in 3D. These 3D matrices are complex with respect to their chemical composition, mechanical properties, and geometry. Theref...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Greiner AM,Richter B,Bastmeyer M

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ischemic stroke occurs when a blood clot obstructs or narrows the arteries that supply blood to the brain. Currently, tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), a thrombolytic agent, is the only United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved pharmacologic treatment for ischemic stroke. Despite its effective usage,...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Vankayala R,Corber SR,Mac JT,Rao MP,Shafie M,Anvari B

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multifunctional polymers with defined structure and biocompatibility are critical to the development of drug delivery systems and bioconjugates. In this article, the synthesis, in vitro blood compatibility, cell viability, in vivo circulation, biodistribution, and clearance of hybrid copolymers based on linear and bra...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Imran ul-haq M,Lai BF,Kizhakkedathu JN

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mesenchymal stem cells (MSC), also called marrow stromal cells, are adult cells that have attracted interest for their potential uses in therapeutic applications. There is a pressing need for scalable culture systems due to the large number of cells needed for clinical treatments. Here, a tailorable thin polymer coati...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Krutty JD,Dias AD,Yun J,Murphy WL,Gopalan P

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bone loss through traumatic injury is a significant clinical issue. Researchers have created many scaffold types to mimic an extracellular matrix to provide structural support for the formation of new bone, however functional regeneration of larger scaffolds has not been fully achieved. Newer scaffolds aim to deliver ...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Lanier OL,Ficarrotta JM,Adjei I,Wable D,Lewis C,Nacea C,Sharma B,Dobson J,McFetridge P

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Photo-crosslinkable, fumaric acid monoethyl ester-functionalized triblock oligomers are synthesized and copolymerized with N-vinyl-2-pyrrolidone to form biodegradable photo-crosslinked hydrogels. Poly(ethylene glycol) is used as the middle hydrophilic segment and the hydrophobic segments are based on D,L-lactide, trim...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Jansen J,Mihov G,Feijen J,Grijpma DW

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mucins are high molecular-weight glycoproteins having oligosaccharides attached to serine or threonine residues of the mucin core protein backbone by O-glycosidic linkages. They are major components of mucus, covering the luminal surfaces of epithelial respiratory, gastrointestinal and reproductive tracts, and respons...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Aksoy N,Akinci OF

更新日期：2004-05-17 00:00:00

abstract：:In this preliminary work we have prepared a fluorinated polymer capable of solubilizing an appreciable amount of O(2) and, at the same time, maintaining a higher water solubility than perfluoroalkanes investigated as injectable O(2) carriers. In particular, we describe the synthesis and characterization of a new macro...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Mandracchia D,Piccionello AP,Pitarresi G,Pace A,Buscemi S,Giammona G

更新日期：2007-06-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Complexed poly(3-hydroxyalkanoate)s (cPHAs), one of two types of natural PHAs, occur in both prokaryotes and eukaryotes as a complex with biomacromolecules and could be involved in various physiological functions. In this study, a cPHA-component derived from a complex with calcium polyphosphate was isolated from sugar...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Suzuki Y,Esumi Y,Koshino H,Doi Y

更新日期：2005-09-16 00:00:00

abstract：:The amyloid-β peptide (Aβ) plays a central role in the mechanism of Alzheimer's disease, being the main constituent of the plaque deposits found in AD brains. Aβ amyloid formation and deposition are due to a conformational switching to a β-enriched secondary structure. Our strategy to inhibit Aβ aggregation involves t...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Saraiva AM,Cardoso I,Saraiva MJ,Tauer K,Pereira MC,Coelho MA,Möhwald H,Brezesinski G

更新日期：2010-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Living materials are created through the embedding of live, whole cells into a matrix that can house and sustain the viability of the encapsulated cells. Through the immobilization of these cells, their bioactivity can be harnessed for applications such as bioreactors for the production of high-value chemicals. While ...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Johnston TG,Fillman JP,Priks H,Butelmann T,Tamm T,Kumar R,Lahtvee PJ,Nelson A

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diblock and multiblock copolymers composed of a poly(D,L-lactide) (PLA) or poly(trimethylene carbonate) (PTMC) core with a hydrophilic chain of poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) were prepared. These copolymers, in which the core is connected to PEG through a polyfunctional molecule such as citric, mucic, or tartaric acid, m...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Ben-Shabat S,Kumar N,Domb AJ

更新日期：2006-12-08 00:00:00

abstract：:A novel cell-supporting scaffold, Tetronic-oligolactide-heparin (TLH) hydrogel, was prepared by coupling heparin to polymerized Tetronic-oligolactide for use in improving tissue regeneration. Aqueous TLH solutions showed thermosensitive behavior, demonstrating potential for use as injectable hydrogels. The content and...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Go DH,Joung YK,Lee SY,Lee MC,Park KD

更新日期：2008-12-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Gelatin-methacrylamide (gelMA) hydrogels are shown to support chondrocyte viability and differentiation and give wide ranging mechanical properties depending on several cross-linking parameters. Polymer concentration, UV exposure time, and thermal gelation prior to UV exposure allow for control over hydrogel stiffness...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Schuurman W,Levett PA,Pot MW,van Weeren PR,Dhert WJ,Hutmacher DW,Melchels FP,Klein TJ,Malda J

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the past few decades, numerous polymer drug carrier systems are designed and synthesized, and their properties are evaluated. Many of these systems are based on water-soluble polymer carriers of low-molecular-weight drugs and compounds, e.g., cytostatic agents, anti-inflammatory drugs, or multidrug resistance inh...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Chytil P,Koziolová E,Etrych T,Ulbrich K

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Melanin is an effective absorber of light and can extend to near infrared (NIR) regions. In this study, a natural melanin is presented as a photothermal therapeutic agent (PTA) because it provides a good photothermal conversion efficiency, shows biodegradability, and does not induce long-term toxicity during retention...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Kim M,Kim HS,Kim MA,Ryu H,Jeong HJ,Lee CM

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Protein-polymer conjugates are widely used to improve the pharmacokinetic properties of therapeutic proteins. Commercially available conjugates employ poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) as the protective polymer; however, PEG has a number of shortcomings, including non-biodegradability and immunogenicity, that call for the d...

journal_title：Macromolecular bioscience

authors： Steinbach T,Becker G,Spiegel A,Figueiredo T,Russo D,Wurm FR

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00