Biodegradable Electrospun Membranes for Sustainable Industrial Applications

Biodegradable Electrospun Membranes for Sustainable Industrial Applications

February 29, 2024 | Akhil Ranjan Borah, Pallabi Hazarika, Runjun Duarah, Rajiv Goswami, and Swapnali Hazarika
Biodegradable electrospun membranes (BEMs) are promising materials for sustainable industrial applications due to their eco-friendly nature and ability to minimize environmental impact. This review discusses the role of BEMs in various industrial sectors, including water treatment, food packaging, biomedical applications, and environmental remediation. BEMs are made from biodegradable polymers such as poly(lactic acid) (PLA), polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), and chitosan, which offer advantages like biocompatibility, biodegradability, and tunable properties. Electrospinning is a versatile technique for producing BEMs, allowing for the creation of nanofibrous membranes with tailored characteristics. The review highlights the potential of BEMs in reducing waste, conserving resources, and promoting sustainable practices across multiple industries. The application of BEMs in water treatment includes oil-water separation, heavy metal removal, and dye and organic pollutant removal. In biomedical applications, BEMs are used for drug delivery systems, tissue engineering, and wound healing. The review emphasizes the importance of BEMs in achieving sustainable industrial practices by reducing environmental impact and promoting eco-friendly solutions. The integration of BEMs into industrial processes offers a promising path toward a more sustainable future.Biodegradable electrospun membranes (BEMs) are promising materials for sustainable industrial applications due to their eco-friendly nature and ability to minimize environmental impact. This review discusses the role of BEMs in various industrial sectors, including water treatment, food packaging, biomedical applications, and environmental remediation. BEMs are made from biodegradable polymers such as poly(lactic acid) (PLA), polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), and chitosan, which offer advantages like biocompatibility, biodegradability, and tunable properties. Electrospinning is a versatile technique for producing BEMs, allowing for the creation of nanofibrous membranes with tailored characteristics. The review highlights the potential of BEMs in reducing waste, conserving resources, and promoting sustainable practices across multiple industries. The application of BEMs in water treatment includes oil-water separation, heavy metal removal, and dye and organic pollutant removal. In biomedical applications, BEMs are used for drug delivery systems, tissue engineering, and wound healing. The review emphasizes the importance of BEMs in achieving sustainable industrial practices by reducing environmental impact and promoting eco-friendly solutions. The integration of BEMs into industrial processes offers a promising path toward a more sustainable future.
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