Available Online: 21 Oct 2025
Novel Nano-Technologies to Enhance Drug Solubility, Dissolution and Bioavailability of Poorly Water-Soluble Drugs
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Available Online: 21 Oct 2025
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Available Online: 24 Aug 2025
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Published: 15 Aug 2025
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Published: 25 Aug 2025
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Published: 27 Jun 2025
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Organoids-on-a-chip (OoC) technology is a pivotal advancement in biomedical research, engineered to meticulously replicate the intricate physiological functions of organs within controlled in vitro microenvironments. A critical component for elevating the biological fidelity and physiological relevance of these advanced platforms is the integration of a functional vascular system, vital for delivering nutrients and oxygen, waste removal, and intricate cell-cell communication. In this context, microfluidic technology has proven to be a..
Published: 15 May 2025
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Published: 15 May 2025
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Published: 25 Jun 2025
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Objectives: To comprehensively overview the computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology, focusing primarily on subtractive manufacturing or Computer Numerical Control (CNC) milling, with special attention to advancements and future requirements. Materials and Methods: A comprehensive web search was conducted in April 2024 across PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. The inclusion criteria focused on English peer-reviewed studies addressing technological advancements, grinding modes, and limitations. However, non-English articles, case reports, opinion..
Published: 07 Mar 2025
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Published: 28 Feb 2025
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Biomaterials are advanced materials that can be implanted within the body, depending on the required design criteria, usually as a result of the production of polymeric-based, and medical yarns by the braiding method. Braiding method is widely used in the production of biomaterials due to its advantages, including a high elastic modulus, high tensile strength, and high dimensional stability properties. The high biological and mechanical properties required in biomaterials depend..
Published: 21 Jan 2025
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Published: 20 Dec 2024
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Published: 28 Nov 2024
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It is both an honor and a privilege to introduce this inaugural issue of Biomaterials Connect. Biomaterials Connect is a newly established journal that intends to be an inclusive forum for all researchers, scientists, engineers, and professionals working within the various fields of biomaterials science. The purpose is to encourage the contribution to multi-disciplinary interaction, the diffusion of new ideas, and contributing to biomaterials research and applications, but in particular..
Published: 20 Nov 2024
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This study investigates the grafting of a coupling agent, maleic anhydride-grafted polyethylene (MAPE), onto hemp fibers in a 1,2,4-trichlorobenzene (TCB) solution, followed by an evaluation of the morphological, rheological, and mechanical properties of the resulting polyethylene composites containing 30% hemp. SEM analysis revealed the formation of a thin layer of MAPE on the surface of the modified fibers. This was further confirmed by the appearance of a MAPE degradation peak..
Published: 18 Nov 2024
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Chitosan, with its unique properties, has garnered the interest of materials scientists worldwide, leading to exploration in bio-dental applications. In dentistry, chitosan has shown a wide range of applications. The creation of effective biomaterials for the prevention and treatment of dental disorders is a challenge for researchers in the present scenario. The natural semi-synthetic polysaccharide-based biomaterial Chitosan is derived from chitin, which is sourced from marine organisms. Due to its..
Published: 24 Oct 2024
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The objective of this study was to explore the preparation and characterization of acetate cellulose laurate ester in sodium acetate/zinc chloride systems. The cellulose used in the study was obtained from oil palm empty fruit bunch and oil palm frond. The characterization of both the isolated cellulose and the acetate cellulose laurate ester was carried out using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Differential thermogravimetric (DTG), and Thermogravimetric..
Published: 10 Sep 2024
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3D printing represents a new era in the field of digital manufacturing, finding its applications in many industries, such as healthcare, automotive, and aerospace. In particular, 3D printing has the potential to completely revolutionize the manufacturing process for implants, medical equipment, and even human tissues within the healthcare industry. The rapid rise of 3D printing raises fundamental questions i.e., Is this technology truly revolutionary, or does it perhaps take us..
Published: 29 Jul 2024
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Objective: The present study aimed to characterize the translucency and polymerization ability of commercially available contemporary resin composites. Methods: The resin composites considered in this study were Forma (Enamel, Body, and Dentin; Ultradent), Empress Direct (Enamel and Dentin; Ivoclar/Vivadent), Sirius-Z (Enamel and Dentin; DFL), and Orion (Enamel and Dentin; DFL). All photoactivation procedures were performed using the same light source (Valo Cordless, Ultradent, 20 s). The translucency parameter (TP) was..
Published: 14 Nov 2024
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Background: Metal ions released from dental alloys pose a significant concern due to their potential local and systemic effects. One of these effects is hypersensitivity, particularly associated with nickel-containing dental alloys. Aims: to measure metal ion concentration in saliva during orthodontic space closure on a 0.019X0.025 working archwire. Material and Methods: Trial design: Controlled clinical trial. Setting: Orthodontic treatment was provided at the Postgraduate Orthodontic Teaching Clinics and saliva testing was..
Published: 25 Oct 2024
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The convergence of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and nanomaterials is transforming healthcare by enabling diagnostics, drug delivery, and biosensing breakthroughs. This synergistic integration offers unprecedented precision, miniaturization, and biocompatibility, overcoming critical challenges in detecting disease markers and delivering therapies. When combined with nanomaterials, MEMS-based devices achieve heightened sensitivity and specificity, allowing for early diagnosis and targeted treatments across various medical applications. This fusion holds immense potential in advancing personalized medicine, from..