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Sodium alginate-based multifunctional sandwich-like system for treating wound i...
Ribeiro, Ana R. M.; Teixeira, Marta O.; Ribeiro, Lara; Tavares, Tânia Daniela Eugénio; Miranda, Catarina S.; Costa, André F.; Ribeiro, ArturMicrobial colonization and development of infections in wounds is a sign of chronicity. The prevailing approach to manage and treat these wounds involves dressings. However, these often fail in effectively addressing infections, as they struggle to both absorb exudates and maintain optimal local moisture. The system here presented was conceptualized with a three-layer design: the outer layer made of a fibrous p...
Novel keratin-based particles encapsulating essential oils: a step towards deve...
Fernandes, Mariana P.; Matamá, Maria Teresa Gonçalves Macedo; Noro, Jennifer Martins; Costa, André F.; Silva, Carla; Fernandes-Ferreira, ManuelEssential oils (EOs) are playing a pivotal role in pest control within biologic farming due to their botanical origin and potential as biocontrol agents. However, their use is still limited by challenges like high volatility, rapid oxidation, and susceptibility to degradation in field conditions. Additionally, EOs might present some health risks to humans through inhalation or direct contact during application....