The Contribution of Silk Fibroin in Biomedical Engineering

The Contribution of Silk Fibroin in Biomedical Engineering

Silk fibroin (SF) is a natural protein (biopolymer) extracted from the cocoons of <i>Bombyx mori</i> L. (silkworm). It has many properties of interest in the field of biotechnology, the most important being biodegradability, biocompatibility and robust mechanical strength with high tensi...

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Main Authors: Cristian Lujerdean, Gabriela-Maria Baci, Alexandra-Antonia Cucu, Daniel Severus Dezmirean
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-03-01
Series:Insects
Subjects:
silk fibroin
biocompatibility
green material
biomaterial
3D scaffolds
cancer therapy
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/13/3/286

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