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Hejna A, Barczewski M, Kosmela P, Aniśko J, Szulc J, Skórczewska K, Piasecki A, Kuang T. More than just a beer - Brewers' spent grain, spent hops, and spent yeast as potential functional fillers for polymer composites. WASTE MANAGEMENT (NEW YORK, N.Y.) 2024; 180:23-35. [PMID: 38503031 DOI: 10.1016/j.wasman.2024.03.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2023] [Revised: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/21/2024]
Abstract
Beer is among the most popular beverages in the world, with the production distributed uniformly between the biggest continents, so the utilization of brewing by-products is essential on a global scale. Among their potential recipients, the plastics industry offers extensive range of potential products. Herein, the presented study investigated the application of currently underutilized solid brewing by-products (brewers' spent grain, spent hops, spent yeast) as fillers for highly-filled poly(ε-caprolactone)-based composites, providing the first direct connection between spent hops or spent yeast and the polymer composites. Comprehensive by-product characterization revealed differences in chemical composition. The elemental C:O ratio, protein content, and Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity varied from 1.40 to 1.89, 12.9 to 32.4 wt%, and 2.41 to 10.24 mg/g, respectively, which was mirrored in the composites' structure and performance. Morphological analysis pointed to the composition-driven hydrophilicity gap limiting interfacial adhesion for high shares of brewers' spent grain and spent hops, due to high hydrophilicity induced by carbohydrate content. Phytochemicals and other components of applied by-products stimulated composites' oxidative resistance, shifting oxidation onset temperature from 261 °C for matrix over 360 °C for high spent yeast shares. Simultaneously, spent yeast also provided compatibilizing effects for poly(ε-caprolactone)-based composites, reducing complex viscosity compared to other fillers and indicating its highest affinity to poly(ε-caprolactone)due to the lowest hydrophilicity gap. The presented results indicate that the proper selection of brewing by-products and adjustment of their shares creates an exciting possibility of engineering composites' structure and performance, which can be transferred to other polymers differing with hydrophilicity.
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Affiliation(s)
- Aleksander Hejna
- Institute of Materials Technology, Poznan University of Technology, Piotrowo 3, 61-138 Poznań, Poland; Department of Polymer Technology, Gdańsk University of Technology, Narutowicza 11/12, 80-233 Gdańsk, Poland.
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- Institute of Materials Technology, Poznan University of Technology, Piotrowo 3, 61-138 Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Polymer Technology, Gdańsk University of Technology, Narutowicza 11/12, 80-233 Gdańsk, Poland
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- Institute of Materials Technology, Poznan University of Technology, Piotrowo 3, 61-138 Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Food Industry Technology and Engineering, Bydgoszcz University of Science and Technology, Seminaryjna 3, 85-326 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department of Polymer Technology, Bydgoszcz University of Science and Technology, Seminaryjna 3, 85-326 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Institute of Materials Engineering, Poznan University of Technology, Jana Pawła II 24, 61-138 Poznań, Poland
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- Zhejiang Key Laboratory of Plastic Modification and Processing Technology, College of Material Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou 310014, China
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Zhang M, Ahmed A, Xu L. Electrospun Nanofibers for Functional Food Packaging Application. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:5937. [PMID: 37687628 PMCID: PMC10488873 DOI: 10.3390/ma16175937] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2023] [Revised: 08/25/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023]
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With the strengthening of the public awareness of food safety and environmental protection, functional food packaging materials have received widespread attention. Nanofibers are considered as promising packaging materials due to their unique one-dimensional structure (high aspect ratio, large specific surface area) and functional advantages. Electrospinning, as a commonly used simple and efficient method for preparing nanofibers, can obtain nanofibers with different structures such as aligned, core-shell, and porous structures by modifying the devices and adjusting the process parameters. The selection of raw materials and structural design of nanofibers can endow food packaging with different functions, including antimicrobial activity, antioxidation, ultraviolet protection, and response to pH. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive review of the application of electrospun nanofibers in functional food packaging. Advances in electrospinning technology and electrospun materials used for food packaging are introduced. Moreover, the progress and development prospects of electrospun nanofibers in functional food packaging are highlighted. Meanwhile, the application of functional packaging based on nanofibers in different foods is discussed in detail.
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- Meng Zhang
- National Engineering Laboratory for Modern Silk, College of Textile and Engineering, Soochow University, 199 Ren-Ai Road, Suzhou 215123, China; (M.Z.); (A.A.)
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- National Engineering Laboratory for Modern Silk, College of Textile and Engineering, Soochow University, 199 Ren-Ai Road, Suzhou 215123, China; (M.Z.); (A.A.)
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- National Engineering Laboratory for Modern Silk, College of Textile and Engineering, Soochow University, 199 Ren-Ai Road, Suzhou 215123, China; (M.Z.); (A.A.)
- Jiangsu Engineering Research Center of Textile Dyeing and Printing for Energy Conservation, Discharge Reduction and Cleaner Production (ERC), Soochow University, 199 Ren-Ai Road, Suzhou 215123, China
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Kong M, Qin Z, Zhang P, Xie G, Wang H, Wang J, Guan F, Yang W, Qiu Z. Study on modified poplar wood powder/polylactic acid high toughness green 3D printing composites. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 228:311-322. [PMID: 36581025 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.12.197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2022] [Revised: 12/11/2022] [Accepted: 12/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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In order to alleviate environmental pollution and the shortage of petroleum resources, improve the utilization of renewable materials, the research of biodegradable green composite materials has become a research hotspot. In this paper, Poplar Wood powder(PWP) and Polylactic acid(PLA) were selected, adding poly lactic acid graft maleic anhydride (MPLA) and Silane coupling agent KH-550 (KH550) as a compatibilizer and coupling agent to improve interface compatibility, at the same time, poly Butylenedioate-co-terephthalate (PBAT) and poly Butylene Succinate (PBS) were added to improve the toughness of the composites. The experimental results show that, the impact strength of 20 %-KMPP/PBAT/PBS composite modified by MPLA and KH550 was 20.70 kJ/m-2. Secondly, the hydrophobic angle of the composite material is as high as 112°. It is found that the high content of PWP with small particle size (200 mesh) can make it more evenly dispersed in the composite material, and the cross section of the composite material was smooth. The modified composite was 4.24$/kg, which reduced the cost by 28.07 %. The research results have opened up a new way to develop 3D printed biomass composites with low cost, high compatibility, high toughness and good environmental adaptability, and broadened the application scope and value of the composites.
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- Mingru Kong
- Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, China; Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science & Technology (Northeast Forestry University), Ministry of Education, Harbin 150040, China; Hongqi Hospital of Mudanjiang Medical College, Mudan River, 157011, China
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- Market Authority of Mudanjiang, Mudan River, 157011, China
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- Key Laboratory of Forest Sustainable Management and Environmental Microbial Engineering (Northeast Forestry University), Harbin 150040, China
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- Key Laboratory of Forest Sustainable Management and Environmental Microbial Engineering (Northeast Forestry University), Harbin 150040, China
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- Key Laboratory of Forest Sustainable Management and Environmental Microbial Engineering (Northeast Forestry University), Harbin 150040, China
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- Hongqi Hospital of Mudanjiang Medical College, Mudan River, 157011, China
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- Hongqi Hospital of Mudanjiang Medical College, Mudan River, 157011, China
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- Hongqi Hospital of Mudanjiang Medical College, Mudan River, 157011, China
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- Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, China.
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Aman Mohammadi M, Dakhili S, Mirza Alizadeh A, Kooki S, Hassanzadazar H, Alizadeh-Sani M, McClements DJ. New perspectives on electrospun nanofiber applications in smart and active food packaging materials. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2022; 64:2601-2617. [PMID: 36123813 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2022.2124506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Packaging plays a critical role in determining the quality, safety, and shelf-life of many food products. There have been several innovations in the development of more effective food packaging materials recently. Polymer nanofibers are finding increasing attention as additives in packaging materials because of their ability to control their pore size, surface energy, barrier properties, antimicrobial activity, and mechanical strength. Electrospinning is a widely used processing method for fabricating nanofibers from food grade polymers. This review describes recent advances in the development of electrospun nanofibers for application in active and smart packaging materials. Moreover, it highlights the impact of these nanofibers on the physicochemical properties of packaging materials, as well as the application of nanofiber-loaded packaging materials to foods, such as dairy, meat, fruit, and vegetable products.
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- Masoud Aman Mohammadi
- Student Research Committee, Department of Food Science and Technology, National Nutrition and Food Technology Research Institute, Faculty of Nutrition Science and Food Technology, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Department of Food Science and Technology, National Nutrition and Food Technology Research Institute, Faculty of Nutrition Science and Food Technology, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
- Department of Food Safety and Hygiene, School of Public Health, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Food Safety and Hygiene, School of Public Health, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
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- Division of Food safety and hygiene, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, School of public health, Tehran University of medical sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Advanced Electrospun Nanofibrous Stem Cell Niche for Bone Regenerative Engineering. REGENERATIVE ENGINEERING AND TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s40883-022-00274-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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Abelti AL, Teka TA, Fikreyesus Forsido S, Tamiru M, Bultosa G, Alkhtib A, Burton E. Bio-based smart materials for fish product packaging: a review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD PROPERTIES 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/10942912.2022.2066121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Alemu Lema Abelti
- Batu Fish and other Aquatic Life Research Center, Oromia Agricultural Research Institute, Batu, Ethiopia
- Department of Postharvest Management, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
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- Department of Postharvest Management, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
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- Department of Postharvest Management, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Gaborone, Botswana
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- Nottingham Trent University, School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences, Brackenhurst Campus, Southwell, UK, NG25 0QF
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- Nottingham Trent University, School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences, Brackenhurst Campus, Southwell, UK, NG25 0QF
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Kang S, Wang H, Su Z, Lu L, Huang S, Yu Y, Chen X. Photo-regulated dual-functional zinc oxide nanocomposite for synergistic sterilization and antioxidant treatment. NEW J CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1039/d2nj02667h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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The C-FZnO-RT composite achieved synergistic bactericidal performance against both E. coli and S. aureus under light conditions.
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- Shiyu Kang
- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 211816, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 211816, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 211816, P. R. China
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- School of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 211816, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 211816, P. R. China
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- School of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 211816, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 211816, P. R. China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Molecular Biology for Skin Diseases and STIs, Nanjing, 210042, P. R. China
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Optimization of PCL Polymeric Films as Potential Matrices for the Loading of Alpha-Tocopherol by a Combination of Innovative Green Processes. Processes (Basel) 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/pr9122244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Active food packaging represents an innovative way to conceive food packages. The innovation lies in using natural-based and biodegradable materials to produce a system intended to interact with the food product to preserve its quality and shelf-life. Compared to traditional plastics, active packaging is designed and regulated to release substances in a controlled manner, mainly antimicrobial and antioxidant compounds. Conventional technologies are not suitable for treating these natural substances; therefore, the research for innovative and green techniques represents a challenge in this field. The aim of this work is to compare two different polymeric structures: nanofibrous films obtained by electrospinning and continuous films obtained by solvent casting, to identify the best solution and process conditions for subjecting the samples to the supercritical fluids impregnation process (SFI). The supports optimized were functionalized by impregnating alpha-tocopherol using the SFI process. In particular, the different morphologies of the samples both before and after the supercritical impregnation process were initially studied, identifying the limits and possible solutions to obtain an optimization of the constructs to be impregnated with this innovative green technology in the packaging field.
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Holešová S, Čech Barabaszová K, Hundáková M, Ščuková M, Hrabovská K, Joszko K, Antonowicz M, Gzik-Zroska B. Development of Novel Thin Polycaprolactone (PCL)/Clay Nanocomposite Films with Antimicrobial Activity Promoted by the Study of Mechanical, Thermal, and Surface Properties. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13183193. [PMID: 34578094 PMCID: PMC8470023 DOI: 10.3390/polym13183193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2021] [Revised: 09/16/2021] [Accepted: 09/18/2021] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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Infection with pathogenic microorganisms is of great concern in many areas, especially in healthcare, but also in food packaging and storage, or in water purification systems. Antimicrobial polymer nanocomposites have gained great popularity in these areas. Therefore, this study focused on new approaches to develop thin antimicrobial films based on biodegradable polycaprolactone (PCL) with clay mineral natural vermiculite as a carrier for antimicrobial compounds, where the active organic antimicrobial component is antifungal ciclopirox olamine (CPX). For possible synergistic effects, a sample in combination with the inorganic antimicrobial active ingredient zinc oxide was also prepared. The structures of all the prepared samples were studied by X-ray diffraction, FTIR analysis and, predominantly, by SEM. The very different structure properties of the prepared nanofillers had a fundamental influence on the final structural arrangement of thin PCL nanocomposite films as well as on their mechanical, thermal, and surface properties. As sample PCL/ZnOVER_CPX possessed the best results for antimicrobial activity against examined microbial strains, the synergic effect of CPX and ZnO combination on antimicrobial activity was proved, but on the other hand, its mechanical resistance was the lowest.
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- Sylva Holešová
- Nanotechnology Centre, CEET, VŠB—Technical University of Ostrava, 17. Listopadu 2172/15, 708 00 Ostrava, Czech Republic; (K.Č.B); (M.H.); (M.Š.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +420-596-999355
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- Nanotechnology Centre, CEET, VŠB—Technical University of Ostrava, 17. Listopadu 2172/15, 708 00 Ostrava, Czech Republic; (K.Č.B); (M.H.); (M.Š.)
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- Nanotechnology Centre, CEET, VŠB—Technical University of Ostrava, 17. Listopadu 2172/15, 708 00 Ostrava, Czech Republic; (K.Č.B); (M.H.); (M.Š.)
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- Nanotechnology Centre, CEET, VŠB—Technical University of Ostrava, 17. Listopadu 2172/15, 708 00 Ostrava, Czech Republic; (K.Č.B); (M.H.); (M.Š.)
- Faculty of Materials Science and Technology, VŠB—Technical University of Ostrava, 17. Listopadu 2172/15, 708 00 Ostrava, Czech Republic
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, VŠB—Technical University of Ostrava, 17. Listopadu 2172/15, 708 00 Ostrava, Czech Republic;
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- Department of Biomechatronics, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Silesian University of Technology, Roosevelta 40, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland;
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- Department of Biomaterials and Medical Devices Engineering, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Silesian University of Technology, Roosevelta 40, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland; (M.A.); (B.G.-Z.)
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- Department of Biomaterials and Medical Devices Engineering, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Silesian University of Technology, Roosevelta 40, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland; (M.A.); (B.G.-Z.)
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