Modifications of cellulose-based biomaterials for biomedical applications

• Published in: Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology Vol. 10; p. 993711
• Main Authors: Fatema, Nour, Ceballos, Ruben Michael, Fan, Chenguang
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Switzerland Frontiers Media S.A 03.11.2022
• Subjects: Bioengineering and Biotechnology; biomaterial; biomedicine; cellulose; hydrogel; nanocellulose; nanocellulose; biomedicine; biomaterial; cellulose; hydrogel

Cellulose is one of the most abundant organic compounds in nature and is available from diverse sources. Cellulose features tunable properties, making it a promising substrate for biomaterial development. In this review, we highlight advances in the physical processes and chemical modifications of c...