Ultrafine polycaprolactone(PCL)fibers containing watersoluble drug tetracycline hydrochloride(Tet)were prepared by emulsion electrospinning.Sorbitan monooleate(Span80)was added as an essential additive to form stable ...Ultrafine polycaprolactone(PCL)fibers containing watersoluble drug tetracycline hydrochloride(Tet)were prepared by emulsion electrospinning.Sorbitan monooleate(Span80)was added as an essential additive to form stable water/oil emulsions and fabricate fibers with core-sheath structure.Different concentrations of Span80(0-40 g/L)were used to investigate the stability of emulsion and size of dispersed droplets.The scanning electron microscope(SEM)images indicated that the morphology of the fibers with Span80 were beaded-free with diameters of 200-400 nm,and Span80 enhanced the spinnability of electrospinning solution.The laser scanning confocal microscope(LSCM)images indicated that Tet was well encapsulated into the core region of the PCL fibers.The transmission electron microscope(TEM)image showed the formation of core-sheath structure.The loading efficiency(LE)and entrapment efficiency(EE)of Tet were calculated and release profiles in artificial saliva buffer solution(pH=6.8)were also analyzed.The results revealed that LE and EE of fibers with Span80decreased with the increase of its concentration.Fibers with coresheath structure had a longer effective release lifetime than without Span80.The increase of Span80 resulted in higher hydrophilicity of fibers and faster release rate of Tet.展开更多
A novel and eco-friendly ethyl acetate/water solvent system was employed to create stable water-in-oil(W/O)emulsions of curcumin(Cur)-loaded poly(ε-caprolactone)(PCL)/bovine serum albumin(BSA)without the need for sur...A novel and eco-friendly ethyl acetate/water solvent system was employed to create stable water-in-oil(W/O)emulsions of curcumin(Cur)-loaded poly(ε-caprolactone)(PCL)/bovine serum albumin(BSA)without the need for surfactants.The size of emulsion droplets decreased with the rise of the BSA concentration but increased with the drop of the oil-to-water(OTW)volume ratio.Upon electrospinning,the morphology of Cur-loaded PCL/BSA composites transformed from bead-like structures to uniform fibers as the BSA concentration rose from 0%(w/v)to 10%(w/v).With the enhancement of the OTW volume ratio,the composite fibers displayed an increased diameter and a consistently uniform morphology.The highest modulus of elasticity(0.198 MPa)and the largest elongation at break(199%)of fibers were achieved at the OTW volume ratio of 7:3,while the maximum tensile strength(3.83 MPa)was obtained at 8:2.Notably,the presence of BSA resulted in the superhydrophilicity of composite fibers.Moreover,all composite fibers exhibited sustained drug release behaviors,especially for those with the OTW volume ratio of 7:3,the release behavior of which was the best to match the first-order model.This study is expected to improve biofunctions of hydrophobic PCL and expand its applications in biomedical fields.展开更多
Core-shell drug-loaded nanofibers were investigated to reduce adverse effects of drugs and achieve stable storage and also to release drugs continuously. In this study,ultrafine polycaprolactone( PCL) fibers were obta...Core-shell drug-loaded nanofibers were investigated to reduce adverse effects of drugs and achieve stable storage and also to release drugs continuously. In this study,ultrafine polycaprolactone( PCL) fibers were obtained by emulsion electrospinning and the resulting fiber diameters were in the range of 219-475 nm. The fiber diameter,diameter distribution and its release behaviors varied depending on the type and concentration of the added drug solution.Study demonstrated that conductivity of the drug solution was a major parameter that affected the properties of the drug-loaded nanofibers.展开更多
Because of the inherent appearance similar to the natural extracellular matrix,ultrafine fibrous membranes prepared via electrospinning exhibit widespread applications,especially in the biomedical area.Extensional mod...Because of the inherent appearance similar to the natural extracellular matrix,ultrafine fibrous membranes prepared via electrospinning exhibit widespread applications,especially in the biomedical area.Extensional modifications of coaxial and emulsion electrospinning have drawn much attention in preparation of core/shell fibers for applications as tissue engineering scaffolds and controlled delivery systems for bioactive substances.Due to incorporation of multi-components in the electrospun core/shell fibers,the process of coaxial and emulsion electrospinning became more susceptible.The theories have not been fully understood.A series of investigations were carried out evaluating the systematic and processing parameters.This paper reviews advantages and potentials of electrospun core/shell fibers as well as factors influencing their formation on the basis of our research and new progress.展开更多
Developing an effective and mechanically durable biomimetic membrane for the separation of highly emulsified aqueous oil is significant but challenging owing to its low water flux and serious membrane fouling.In this ...Developing an effective and mechanically durable biomimetic membrane for the separation of highly emulsified aqueous oil is significant but challenging owing to its low water flux and serious membrane fouling.In this work,a biomimetic membrane with superhydrophobicity and superoleophilicity was rationally developed via co-electrospinning of polysulfonamide/polyacrylonitrile(PSA/PAN)emulsion solution,followed by decorating of a-Fe2 O_(3) nanowire onto the membrane surface to create membrane roughness,and grafting of 1 H,1 H,2 H,2 H-perfluorododecyltrichlorosilane(FTCS)to lower membrane surface free energy.Benefiting from the nanowire-wrapped rough membrane structure and the low surface free energy FTCS,the resultant membrane showed superhydrophobicity with a high water contact angle(WCA)of 156°,superoleophilicity with a low oil contact angle(OCA)of 0°,which can separate the highly emulsified aqueous oil with an ultrahigh permeation flux over 7000 L m2 h-1 and high separation efficiency of about 99%.Significantly,the biomimetic membrane also displayed robust stability for long-te rm separation owing to its adva ntage of antifouling property,showing great potential applications in large-scale aqueous oil treatment.展开更多
Guided bone regeneration(G BR)membrane has been used to improve functional outcomes for periodontal regener ation.However,few studies have focused on the biomimetic membrane mim-icking the vascularization of the perio...Guided bone regeneration(G BR)membrane has been used to improve functional outcomes for periodontal regener ation.However,few studies have focused on the biomimetic membrane mim-icking the vascularization of the periodontal membrane.This study aimed to fabricate waterborne polyurethane(WPU)fibrous membranes loaJed fibroblast growth factor-2(FGF-2)via emulsion electrospinning,which can promote regeneration of periodontal tissue via the vascularization of the biomimetic GBR membrane.A biodegradable WPU was synthesized by using lysine and dime-thylpropionic acid as chain extenders according to the rule of green chemical synthesis technology.The WPU fibers with FGF-2 was fabricated via emulsion electrospinning.The results confirmed that controlled properties of the fibrous membrane had been achieved with controlled degradation,suitable mech anical properties and sustained release of the factor.The immunohistochemical expression of angiogenic-related factors was positive,meaning that FGF-2 loaded in fibers can sig-nificantly promote cell vasculariz ation.The fiber scaffold loaded FGF-2 has the potential to be used as a functional GBR membrane to promote the formation of extraosseous blood vessels during periodontal repairing.展开更多
基金“111 Project” Biomedical Textile Materials Science and Technology,China(No.B07024)
文摘Ultrafine polycaprolactone(PCL)fibers containing watersoluble drug tetracycline hydrochloride(Tet)were prepared by emulsion electrospinning.Sorbitan monooleate(Span80)was added as an essential additive to form stable water/oil emulsions and fabricate fibers with core-sheath structure.Different concentrations of Span80(0-40 g/L)were used to investigate the stability of emulsion and size of dispersed droplets.The scanning electron microscope(SEM)images indicated that the morphology of the fibers with Span80 were beaded-free with diameters of 200-400 nm,and Span80 enhanced the spinnability of electrospinning solution.The laser scanning confocal microscope(LSCM)images indicated that Tet was well encapsulated into the core region of the PCL fibers.The transmission electron microscope(TEM)image showed the formation of core-sheath structure.The loading efficiency(LE)and entrapment efficiency(EE)of Tet were calculated and release profiles in artificial saliva buffer solution(pH=6.8)were also analyzed.The results revealed that LE and EE of fibers with Span80decreased with the increase of its concentration.Fibers with coresheath structure had a longer effective release lifetime than without Span80.The increase of Span80 resulted in higher hydrophilicity of fibers and faster release rate of Tet.
基金financially supported by the Basic Research Project of Xuzhou Science and Technology Bureau(KC22004).
文摘A novel and eco-friendly ethyl acetate/water solvent system was employed to create stable water-in-oil(W/O)emulsions of curcumin(Cur)-loaded poly(ε-caprolactone)(PCL)/bovine serum albumin(BSA)without the need for surfactants.The size of emulsion droplets decreased with the rise of the BSA concentration but increased with the drop of the oil-to-water(OTW)volume ratio.Upon electrospinning,the morphology of Cur-loaded PCL/BSA composites transformed from bead-like structures to uniform fibers as the BSA concentration rose from 0%(w/v)to 10%(w/v).With the enhancement of the OTW volume ratio,the composite fibers displayed an increased diameter and a consistently uniform morphology.The highest modulus of elasticity(0.198 MPa)and the largest elongation at break(199%)of fibers were achieved at the OTW volume ratio of 7:3,while the maximum tensile strength(3.83 MPa)was obtained at 8:2.Notably,the presence of BSA resulted in the superhydrophilicity of composite fibers.Moreover,all composite fibers exhibited sustained drug release behaviors,especially for those with the OTW volume ratio of 7:3,the release behavior of which was the best to match the first-order model.This study is expected to improve biofunctions of hydrophobic PCL and expand its applications in biomedical fields.
文摘Core-shell drug-loaded nanofibers were investigated to reduce adverse effects of drugs and achieve stable storage and also to release drugs continuously. In this study,ultrafine polycaprolactone( PCL) fibers were obtained by emulsion electrospinning and the resulting fiber diameters were in the range of 219-475 nm. The fiber diameter,diameter distribution and its release behaviors varied depending on the type and concentration of the added drug solution.Study demonstrated that conductivity of the drug solution was a major parameter that affected the properties of the drug-loaded nanofibers.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Tianjin,China(09JCZDJC18600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(50573055&30828008)
文摘Because of the inherent appearance similar to the natural extracellular matrix,ultrafine fibrous membranes prepared via electrospinning exhibit widespread applications,especially in the biomedical area.Extensional modifications of coaxial and emulsion electrospinning have drawn much attention in preparation of core/shell fibers for applications as tissue engineering scaffolds and controlled delivery systems for bioactive substances.Due to incorporation of multi-components in the electrospun core/shell fibers,the process of coaxial and emulsion electrospinning became more susceptible.The theories have not been fully understood.A series of investigations were carried out evaluating the systematic and processing parameters.This paper reviews advantages and potentials of electrospun core/shell fibers as well as factors influencing their formation on the basis of our research and new progress.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51873047)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Unive rsities(No.30919011266)+1 种基金the Key Laboratory of Low-Carbon Conversion Science&Engineering,Shanghai Advanced Research Institute,Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.KLLCCSE-201906)the Open Founds for LargeScale Instruments and Equipment of Nanjing University of Science and Technology。
文摘Developing an effective and mechanically durable biomimetic membrane for the separation of highly emulsified aqueous oil is significant but challenging owing to its low water flux and serious membrane fouling.In this work,a biomimetic membrane with superhydrophobicity and superoleophilicity was rationally developed via co-electrospinning of polysulfonamide/polyacrylonitrile(PSA/PAN)emulsion solution,followed by decorating of a-Fe2 O_(3) nanowire onto the membrane surface to create membrane roughness,and grafting of 1 H,1 H,2 H,2 H-perfluorododecyltrichlorosilane(FTCS)to lower membrane surface free energy.Benefiting from the nanowire-wrapped rough membrane structure and the low surface free energy FTCS,the resultant membrane showed superhydrophobicity with a high water contact angle(WCA)of 156°,superoleophilicity with a low oil contact angle(OCA)of 0°,which can separate the highly emulsified aqueous oil with an ultrahigh permeation flux over 7000 L m2 h-1 and high separation efficiency of about 99%.Significantly,the biomimetic membrane also displayed robust stability for long-te rm separation owing to its adva ntage of antifouling property,showing great potential applications in large-scale aqueous oil treatment.
基金This work was supported by the Doctoral Research Initiation Fund of Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University,University Sponsored Research Program of Southwest Medical University(2019ZQN097)the National Natural Science Foundation(81802246).
文摘Guided bone regeneration(G BR)membrane has been used to improve functional outcomes for periodontal regener ation.However,few studies have focused on the biomimetic membrane mim-icking the vascularization of the periodontal membrane.This study aimed to fabricate waterborne polyurethane(WPU)fibrous membranes loaJed fibroblast growth factor-2(FGF-2)via emulsion electrospinning,which can promote regeneration of periodontal tissue via the vascularization of the biomimetic GBR membrane.A biodegradable WPU was synthesized by using lysine and dime-thylpropionic acid as chain extenders according to the rule of green chemical synthesis technology.The WPU fibers with FGF-2 was fabricated via emulsion electrospinning.The results confirmed that controlled properties of the fibrous membrane had been achieved with controlled degradation,suitable mech anical properties and sustained release of the factor.The immunohistochemical expression of angiogenic-related factors was positive,meaning that FGF-2 loaded in fibers can sig-nificantly promote cell vasculariz ation.The fiber scaffold loaded FGF-2 has the potential to be used as a functional GBR membrane to promote the formation of extraosseous blood vessels during periodontal repairing.
