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1 online resource |
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Gels horizons: from science to smart materials |
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Gels horizons.
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| Contents |
Intro; Preface; Contents; About the Editors; 1 Polymer-Based Responsive Hydrogel for Drug Delivery; Abstract; 1 Introduction; 2 Swelling Properties of Hydrogel; 3 Mechanical Properties of Hydrogel; 4 Biocompatible Properties of Hydrogel; 5 Temperature-Responsive Hydrogels; 6 pH-Responsive Hydrogels; 7 Glucose-Sensitive Hydrogels; 8 Electric-Responsive Hydrogels; 9 Light-Sensitive Hydrogels; 10 Conclusion; References; 2 Stimuli-Responsive Polymeric Nanoparticles for Cancer Therapy; Abstract; 1 Introduction; 2 Stimuli-Responsive Polymeric Nanoparticles; 3 pH-Responsive Polymeric Nanoparticles |
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4 Temperature-Responsive Polymeric Nanoparticles5 Redox-Responsive Polymeric Nanoparticles; 6 Magnetic-Responsive Polymeric Nanoparticles; 7 Light-Responsive Polymeric Nanoparticles; 8 Ultrasound-Responsive Polymeric Nanoparticles; 9 Enzyme-Responsive Polymeric Nanoparticles; 10 Conclusion and Future Perspective; References; 3 The Application of High Polymer Materials in the Aspects of Seed Technology; Abstract; 1 Seed Coating and Pelleting; 1.1 Film Coating; 1.2 Seed Pelleting; 2 Thermoresponsive Hydrogel: High Polymer Materials |
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3 Application of Thermoresponsive Hydrogel in Seed Technology for Chilling Resistance3.1 Synthesis of the P(NIPAm-co-BMA) Hydrogel; 3.2 The Characteristics of P(NIPAm-co-BMA) Hydrogel; 3.2.1 Lower Critical Solution Temperature Determination; 3.2.2 Swelling Measurement; 3.2.3 Drug Loading and Releasing; 3.3 The Application of P(NIPAm-Co-BMA) Hydrogel on Seeds; 4 Conclusion and Future Perspective; References; 4 Nanogels of Natural Polymers; Abstract; 1 Definition, Classification, and General Characteristics; 2 Preparation Methodologies |
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2.1 Physical Methods Involving Self-assembly of Interactive Polymers2.1.1 Hydrogen Bonding; 2.1.2 Electrostatic Interaction (Ionotropic Gelation, Polyelectrolyte Complexation); Ionotropic Gelation; Polyelectrolyte Complexation (PEC); 2.1.3 Hydrophobic Effect; 2.2 Chemical Methods; 2.2.1 Emulsion Methods (Solvent Evaporation); Direct Emulsion Method (o/w); Inverse Emulsion Method (w/o); Inverse (Mini) Emulsion Method; Reverse Micellar Method or Inverse (Micro) Emulsion; 2.2.2 Michael Addition Reaction; 2.2.3 Free Radical Polymerization |
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Direct Emulsion Polymerization (o/w) or Precipitation PolymerizationInverse (Mini) Emulsion Polymerization; Inverse (Micro) Emulsion Polymerization; 2.2.4 Radiation Crosslinking; 2.3 Modern Techniques; 2.3.1 Photolithographic Technique; 2.3.2 Micromolding Method; 2.3.3 Microfluidic Systems; 3 Stimuli-Responsive Nanogels; 4 Polysaccharide-Based Nanogels; 4.1 Chitosan-Based Nanogels; 4.2 Pullulan-Based Nanogels; 5 Hyaluronic Acid (HA)-Based Nanogels; 5.1 Alginate-Based Nanogels; 5.2 Cyclodextrin-Based Nanogels; 5.3 Gum Acacia-Based Nanogels; 6 Protein-Based Nanogels; 6.1 Gelatine |
| Summary |
This book summarizes the recent advances in the science and engineering of polymer-gel-based materials in different fields. It also discusses the extensive research developments for the next generation of smart materials. It takes an in-depth look at the current perspectives and market opportunities while pointing to new possibilities and applications. The book addresses important topics such as stimuli responsive polymeric nanoparticles for cancer therapy; polymer gel containing metallic materials; chemotherapeutic applications in oncology; conducting polymer-based gels and their applications in biological sensors; imprinted polymeric gels for pharmaceutical and biomedical purposes; applications of biopolymeric gels in the agricultural sector; application of polymer gels and their nanocomposites in electrochemistry; smart polyelectrolyte gels as a platform for biomedical applications; agro-based polymer gels and their application in purification of industrial water wastes; polymer gel composites for bio-applications. It will be of interest to researchers working in both industry and academia |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed February 19, 2018) |
| Subject |
Polymer colloids.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Engineering (General)
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Reference.
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Polymer colloids
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Thakur, Vijay Kumar, 1981- editor.
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Thakur, Manju Kumari, editor.
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Voicu, Stefan Ioan, editor
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| ISBN |
9789811060809 |
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9811060800 |
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9789811060816 |
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9811060819 |
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9789811355639 |
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9811355630 |
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