Proceedings, Volume 69, Issue 1

In the last few years, several fluorescent poly-ε-caprolactones [1–3] were designed, synthesized and subsequently used as nanoparticles [1], nanofibers [2] or scaffolds [3] in various prospective bioapplications. [...]

The development of biofunctionalized polymer interfaces through the deposition of bio-derived polymeric layers to flat surfaces has attracted much attention, due to the wide range of potentially relevant applications. [...]

Membranes were used in many aqueous applications, including in food processing, e.g., clarification of fruit juices. Typical drawbacks of membrane processes are membrane fouling, which promotes deterioration of processed products. During application...

The increasing costs of virgin content, decreasing resources, and growing plastic waste have shifted the research momentum towards green and sustainable road pavements. Hence, in recent years, various researchers have worked on the utilization of dif...

This paper provides an overview of the recent progress in research and development dealing with polymers derived from plant oils. It highlights the widening interest in novel approaches to the synthesis, characterization and properties of these mater...

Plant polyphenols are becoming more and more popular due to their strong antiaging properties. The best researched and largest group of polyphenols are flavonoids. Flavonoids have high antioxidant and pharmacological activities and these properties a...

This work is focused on the design and development of biocompatible self-assembling hydrogels, which behave as soft gels at room temperature and strong gels at the physiological temperature, suitable for potential bio-applications. A graft copolymer...

The recently approved restriction on diisocyanates highlights the health and safety issues concerning polyurethane manufacturing and the relevance of developing sustainable insulating polymeric foams. This is particularly challenging for applications...

In the last years, chronic wounds have become more prevalent, leading to a huge burden on the healthcare and social systems by requiring specialized protection. Indeed, wound dressings capable of assisting in the healing process are in urgent need. T...

The importance of 3D printing is growing rapidly. A recent example of this increasing importance involves the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, in which 3D printing has helped to overcome the shortage of critical supplies. However, 3D printing gen...