<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><xml><records><record><source-app name="Biblio" version="7.x">Drupal-Biblio</source-app><ref-type>17</ref-type><contributors><authors><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Nair, Kiran Sukumaran</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">James, Nirmala Rachel</style></author></authors></contributors><titles><title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Reinforcement of electrospun polyurethane fibers with resorcinol-formaldehyde resin</style></title><secondary-title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Journal of Applied Polymer Science</style></secondary-title></titles><keywords><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Dynamic mechanical analysis</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">electrospinning</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">liquid infiltration</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">polyurethane</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">reinforced nanofibers</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">resorcinol-formaldehyde</style></keyword></keywords><dates><year><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">2022</style></year><pub-dates><date><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">MAY</style></date></pub-dates></dates><volume><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">139</style></volume><pages><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">e52007</style></pages><language><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">eng</style></language><abstract><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">&lt;p&gt;
	This work reports a simple method to improve the properties of electrospun nanofibers. The procedure involves developing nanofibers using electrospinning followed by liquid infiltration to reinforce the fibers. Coating of polyurethane nanofibers (PUN) with resorcinol-formaldehyde (RF) significantly improves the properties of PUN. Furthermore, the morphology of fiber interface and the properties of RF coated fibers indicate that RF resin reinforces the interface between the fibers. The method leads to improvement in mechanical properties of PUN. An improvement of about 94% and 281% in mechanical properties like tensile strength and modulus, respectively, compared to neat PUN fibers is achieved by coating with 20% wt/vol of RF solution.&lt;/p&gt;
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</style></custom4></record><record><source-app name="Biblio" version="7.x">Drupal-Biblio</source-app><ref-type>17</ref-type><contributors><authors><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Ghuge, Gorakh Hiraman</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Kambikanam, Karthika Vayalachery</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Nair, Kiran Sukumaran</style></author></authors></contributors><titles><title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Evaluation of the adhesive properties of vanillin-derived polyhydroxy urethanes</style></title><secondary-title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Journal of Applied Polymer Science</style></secondary-title></titles><keywords><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">adhesive</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">biobased cyclic dicarbonate</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">diamines</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">poly(hydroxyurethane)s</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Vanillin</style></keyword></keywords><dates><year><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">2023</style></year><pub-dates><date><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Dec</style></date></pub-dates></dates><volume><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">140</style></volume><pages><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">e54647</style></pages><language><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">eng</style></language><abstract><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">&lt;p&gt;
	Poly(hydroxy urethanes) (PHUs) have been considered attractive and safer variants of conventional polyurethanes (PUs). To improve the prerequisites of green and sustainable chemistry herein, we propose the synthesis and utilization of cyclic carbonate monomers majorly derived from vanillin, a lignin derivative, and CO2 for the development of PHUs. Kinetic evaluation on the polymerization temperature ascertained 80 degrees C as the optimum condition for PHU synthesis. The structural evaluation of PHUs was carried out by various spectroscopic techniques, such as FTIR, (HNMR)-H-1, and C-13-NMR, molar masses were determined by gel permeation chromatography (Mn varied between 2500 and 11,100 g/mol), and thermal properties evaluated by differential scanning calorimeter (Tg in the ranges of 28-42 degrees C), and thermogravimetric analysis (stable above 180 degrees C). Since the PHUs are enriched with pendant hydroxyl groups on their backbone which can promote adhesion, lap shear studies on the aluminum substrate exhibited a maximum shear strength of 1.65 +/- 0.37 MPa. This study demonstrates an attractive and environment-friendly pathway for developing novel PHUs network using renewable biobased resources and further explores its applicability as adhesives.&lt;/p&gt;
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</style></custom4></record><record><source-app name="Biblio" version="7.x">Drupal-Biblio</source-app><ref-type>17</ref-type><contributors><authors><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Ghuge, Gorakh Hiraman</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Torris, Arun</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Nair, Kiran Sukumaran</style></author></authors></contributors><titles><title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Biobased reusable nonisocyanate polyurethane hot-melt adhesives with potential chemical degradability</style></title><secondary-title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">ACS Applied Polymer Materials</style></secondary-title></titles><keywords><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">acid degradability</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">biobased NIPUs</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">cyclic carbonates</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">hot meltadhesives</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">lap shearstrength</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">spiro-aromatic</style></keyword></keywords><dates><year><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">2024</style></year><pub-dates><date><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">SEP</style></date></pub-dates></dates><volume><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">6</style></volume><pages><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">11180-11192</style></pages><language><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">eng</style></language><abstract><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">&lt;p&gt;
	Hot-melt adhesives (HMAs) derived from renewable resources are always attractive, as they promote less dependence on fossil resources and aid in developing environmentally friendly materials. However, developing sustainable HMAs exhibiting good adhesive performance and biodegradability remains challenging. Herein, reusable biobased HMAs with a high bio content of 88-90%, biodegradability, and tunable adhesive nature were developed as a possible alternative to conventional petroleum-based hot-melt adhesives. Moreover, the structure-property relationship of the product was investigated in detail. By tailoring the monomer composition, NIPU-40 HMA exhibited a good bonding ability with a superior adhesion strength of 6.39 MPa. To the best of our knowledge, this is the highest adhesion strength observed when bonding with an Al substrate among the biobased thermoplastic NIPU-HMAs. Impressively, NIPU-HMAs could display excellent reusability even after three bonding and debonding cycles without a significant drop in the adhesive strength and were found to exhibit good adhesion performance under wet conditions. More importantly, the NIPU-HMAs are prone to degradation under acid-catalyzed conditions. Considering their features, these biobased NIPU thermoplastic hot-melt adhesives offer an opportunity to create environmentally friendly, degradable adhesives that possess excellent adhesive strength and can be reused multiple times.&lt;/p&gt;
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	Tissue engineering (TE) has sparked interest in creating scaffolds with customizable properties and functional bioactive sites. However, due to limitations in medical practices and manufacturing technologies, it is challenging to replicate complex porous frameworks with appropriate architectures and bioactivity in vitro. To address these challenges, herein, we present a green approach that involves the amino acid (L-lysine) initiated polymerization of epsilon-caprolactone (CL) to produce modified polycaprolactone (PCL) with favorable active sites for TE applications. Further, to better understand the effect of morphology and porosity on cell attachment and proliferation, scaffolds of different geometries with uniform and interconnected pores are designed and fabricated, and their properties are evaluated in comparison with commercial PCL. The scaffold morphology and complex internal micro-architecture are imaged by micro-computed tomography (micro-CT), revealing pore size in the range of similar to 300-900 mu m and porosity ranging from 30 to 70 %, while based on the geometry of scaffolds the compressive strength varied from 143 +/- 19 to 214 +/- 10 MPa. Additionally, the degradation profiles of fabricated scaffolds are found to be influenced by both the chemical nature and product design, where Lys-PCL-based scaffolds with better porosity and lower crystallinity degraded faster than commercial PCL scaffolds. According to in vitro studies, Lys-PCL scaffolds have produced an environment that is better for cell adhesion and proliferation. Moreover, the scaffold design affects the way cells interact; Lys-PCL with zigzag geometry has demonstrated superior in vitro vitality (&amp;gt;90 %) and proliferation in comparison to other designs. This study emphasizes the importance of enhancing bioactivity while meeting morphology and porosity requirements in the design of scaffolds for tissue engineering applications.&lt;/p&gt;
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</style></custom4></record><record><source-app name="Biblio" version="7.x">Drupal-Biblio</source-app><ref-type>17</ref-type><contributors><authors><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Hetkale, Pragati M.</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Purohit, Poorvi M.</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Nair, Kiran Sukumaran</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Ambade, Ashootosh V.</style></author></authors></contributors><titles><title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Bio-based poly(isobornyl acrylate)-b-(citronellyl methacrylate) block copolymers by PET-RAFT polymerization: thiol-ene modification and adhesion studies</style></title><secondary-title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Journal of Macromolecular Science Part A-Pure and Applied Chemistry</style></secondary-title></titles><keywords><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">adhesion strength</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Bio-based polymers</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">block copolymers</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">PET-RAFT polymerization</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Thiol-ene reaction</style></keyword></keywords><dates><year><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">2025</style></year><pub-dates><date><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">SEP </style></date></pub-dates></dates><volume><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">62</style></volume><pages><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">728-736</style></pages><language><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">eng</style></language><abstract><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">&lt;p&gt;
	In this study, poly(isobornyl acrylate)-b-poly(citronellyl methacrylate) (PIBA-b-PCMA) block copolymers were synthesized with controlled molecular weights and low dispersity using photoinduced electron transfer-reversible addition-fragmentation chain transfer (PET-RAFT) polymerization of isobornyl acrylate (IBA) and citronellyl methacrylate (CMA), both terpene-derived monomers. A series of block copolymers was obtained by varying the chain length of PCMA block. Kinetics study of the polymerization of IBA and CMA using 4-cyano-(((dodecylthio)carbonothioyl)thio)pentanoic acid (CDTPA) as chain transfer agent showed a linear plot of ln[M]0/[M]t vs time indicating first order reaction. Distinct glass transition temperatures were observed for the individual blocks and enhanced thermal stability was seen with increasing PCMA content. Post-polymerization modification of the polymer was demonstrated using thiol-ene reaction with the vinyl group in the pendent citronellyl moiety. Adhesion performance, evaluated through lap shear test on aluminum substrates, showed that the block copolymers achieved peak shear strengths of 1.74 MPa at a 38:62 PIBA:PCMA mole ratio.&lt;/p&gt;
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	The trachea is a vital respiratory organ that connects the larynx to the lungs and performs crucial functions. Various conditions can cause severe and often irreversible damage to individuals trachea of all age groups. Tracheal regeneration remains a major challenge in respiratory medicine, requiring a innovative solutions to address various underlying causes. Existing clinical interventions often have significant limitations and associated complications. Tissue engineering has potential, but its effectiveness has been limited due to challenges such as poor durability and insufficient revascularization. This review aims to provide a comprehensive exploration of the landscape of tracheal regeneration, shedding light on the path towards advancements in addressing extensive tracheal defects. It follows a structured approach, introducing various surgical procedures, along with their associated complications. Subsequently, it delves into the myriad biomaterials investigated in the realm of tracheal tissue engineering, emphasizing the significance of design considerations in scaffold fabrication. The review then navigates through various platforms utilized in tracheal tissue engineering and recent innovative approaches employed in this domain. Additionally, it provides insights into the clinical translation of tissueengineered trachea, highlighting recent advancements and challenges encountered in real-world applications. Finally, it discusses the significant challenges and offers a perspective outlook on the future of tracheal tissue engineering. Addressing current limitations and envisioning novel strategies, the review contributes to the ongoing dialogue and progression in this critical field of regenerative medicine.&lt;/p&gt;
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</style></custom4></record><record><source-app name="Biblio" version="7.x">Drupal-Biblio</source-app><ref-type>17</ref-type><contributors><authors><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Naik, Sonali S.</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Vongsvivut, Jitraporn</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Dekiwadia, Chaitali</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Abraham, Amanda N.</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Dutta, Naba K.</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Choudhury, Namita Roy</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Nair, Kiran Sukumaran</style></author></authors></contributors><titles><title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Design, fabrication and comprehensive testing of biodegradable 3D printable hybrid polymer airway splints</style></title><secondary-title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Journal of Materials Chemistry B</style></secondary-title></titles><dates><year><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">2025</style></year><pub-dates><date><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">AUG </style></date></pub-dates></dates><volume><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">13</style></volume><pages><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">10249-10266</style></pages><language><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">eng</style></language><abstract><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">&lt;p&gt;
	The trachea plays a critical role in respiration and airway protection but is susceptible to damage from pathological conditions such as stenosis, fistula, obstruction, and malacia. While existing treatment options are useful, they often have limitations, driving the need for innovative alternatives. This study introduces a novel approach using 3D printing technology to create hybrid degradable tracheal splints made of pectin-g-polycaprolactone (pec-g-PCL). We synthesized and characterized various compositions of pec-g-PCL to assess their physicochemical properties and tested their suitability for 3D printing. The resulting materials demonstrated the potential for use as tracheal splints. Using CAD software, we created two distinct designs, which were then fabricated according to those specifications. Micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) imaging revealed splint porosities ranging from 80% to 90%, highlighting their intricate internal microarchitecture. Design verification was conducted through numerical simulations, based on finite element modeling (FEM), to evaluate mechanical properties and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) for assessing the airflow dynamics of the fabricated tracheal splints. Degradation studies indicated that the 3D-printed scaffolds exhibited approximately 30% degradation over a period of 35 days. In vitro, biocompatibility assessments confirmed the scaffold's compatibility with biological systems. These findings demonstrate the potential of pec-g-PCL-based tracheal splints as a promising solution to overcome limitations in current treatments. This research paves the way for advanced biomaterials that could revolutionize patient care by offering more effective solutions for managing tracheal disorders.&lt;/p&gt;
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	Herein, we report the design and synthesis of bio-degradable porous polyurethane hydrogels by a green, solvent-free, one-pot technique that can withstand physiological mechanical loads and aid in tissue regeneration. The hydrophilic/hydrophobic nature of the hydrogel was tuned using diols such as polycaprolactone diol (PCL) and polycarbonate diol (PCD), in combination with polyethylene glycol (PEG, MW approximate to 4000 g mol-1), 4,4 `-methylene bis(cyclohexyl isocyanate) (H12MDI) and hexanetriol (HT), which served as crosslinking agents. The structural characterizations of the hydrogels were performed using FT-IR as well as 1H and 13C high resolution magic angle spinning nuclear magnetic resonance (HR-MAS) spectroscopy. The utilization of various diols in the synthesis of the hydrogels enabled precise control over crystallinity, pore sizes, and customization of mechanical and degradation properties. These hydrogels exhibited tensile strength in the range of 0.22-1.48 MPa, while their compressive strength varied from 0.92 to 29.3 MPa. In vitro degradation profiles in the presence and absence of the enzyme Amano lipase PS revealed that the degradation process is contingent upon the specific diol present in the hydrogel. Furthermore, preliminary in vitro biological experiments confirmed the biocompatibility of the gels, indicating their potential as suitable substrates for drug delivery applications. This diverse library of gels can be shaped into specific forms, highlighting their promising applications as scaffolds and implants in drug delivery systems and tissue engineering.&lt;/p&gt;
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	Polycaprolactone (PCL) is an aliphatic polyester recognized for its exceptional versatility and biodegradability, which has garnered significant attention for a wide range of applications. This study presents an innovative methodology for the synthesis of PCL through the ring-opening polymerization (ROP) of epsilon-caprolactone (CL). The approach employs a biocompatible and environmentally benign organometallic zinc ascorbate complex as a catalyst. Derived from ascorbic acid, a well-established reducing agent, zinc ascorbate serves as a sustainable alternative to conventional tin-based catalysts, thereby mitigating environmental impact and enhancing safety measures. The catalyst operates effectively under solvent-free conditions and does not require initiators, achieving a high polymer conversion rate of approximately 79%. The optimization of the reaction parameters was conducted using response surface methodology (RSM) employing a central composite design (CCD). The structural and chemical characterization of the catalyst as well as the resulting polymers was performed using proton nuclear magnetic resonance (1H NMR), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and x-ray diffraction (XRD) analyses. Additionally, density functional theory (DFT) calculations elucidated a four-step coordination-insertion mechanism for the polymerization of cyclic lactones, with findings supported by Gibbs free energy, electrostatic potential, and non-covalent interactions. This study underscores the potential of zinc ascorbate as a reliable, nontoxic, and cost-effective catalyst, fulfilling the increasing demand for sustainable and efficient polymerization processes in commercial and biomedical applications.&lt;/p&gt;
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	3.1&lt;/p&gt;
</style></custom4></record><record><source-app name="Biblio" version="7.x">Drupal-Biblio</source-app><ref-type>17</ref-type><contributors><authors><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Ghuge, Gorakh Hiraman</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Nair, Kiran Sukumaran</style></author></authors></contributors><titles><title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Post-functionalizable and reusable biobased polyhydroxyurethane adhesives with pendant furyl groups</style></title><secondary-title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Reactive &amp; Functional Polymers</style></secondary-title></titles><keywords><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Biobased polyhydroxyurethanes</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Diels-Alder reaction</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Hot melt adhesives</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Lap shear strength</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Pendant furyl</style></keyword></keywords><dates><year><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">2025</style></year><pub-dates><date><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">NOV</style></date></pub-dates></dates><volume><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">216</style></volume><pages><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">106450</style></pages><language><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">eng</style></language><abstract><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">&lt;p&gt;
	Polyurethane hot melt adhesives (PU-HMAs) are essential in various industries due to their fast-setting properties, strong adhesion, and versatility across a wide range of substrates. However, conventional fossil-based PUHMAs face significant challenges, including reliance on non-renewable resources, high environmental impact, and the use of hazardous isocyanates, which pose health and safety concerns. To address these issues, this study focuses on developing sustainable, high-performance PHU-HMAs containing pendant furyl groups for metal bonding. A series of adhesives were developed utilizing varying proportions of two biobased dicarbonates derived from lignin and sugar: one featuring a pendant furyl group (BGF-PF-DC) and another without the pendant group (BGF-DC), in conjunction with Priamine 1074. The study comprehensively examined the effects of these formulations on the physio-mechanical, thermal, and adhesive properties. The results demonstrated an impressive renewable carbon content of 89-90 %, high adhesion strength of up to 9.27 MPa on aluminum and 9.43 MPa on stainless steel, excellent underwater adhesion, and outstanding reusability. Furthermore, the postmodifiability of pendant furyl in PHU6-PF100 was evaluated through cross-linking via the Diels-Alder reaction with bismaleimides (BMI). This study also examined the effects of these modifications on both the adhesive performance and thermal characteristics of the modified PHUs. However, the postmodified PHU/BMI network showed a decrease in adhesion but exhibited a higher glass transition temperature and improved adhesion stability at 50 degrees C compared to PHU6-PF100. This study emphasizes the sustainable and high-performance potential of PHU-based hot melt adhesives, establishing them as a viable alternative to traditional isocyanate-based systems. Furthermore, it introduces new opportunities for incorporating Diels-Alder (DA) chemistry into PHU adhesives, which allows for stable adhesion at elevated temperatures and broadens their applicability across various industries. Additionally, this research can serve as a foundation for future studies to investigate thermoreversibility in thermosetting PHUs, potentially expanding their range of applications even further.&lt;/p&gt;
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	Foreign&lt;/p&gt;
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	5.1&lt;/p&gt;
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			The demand for bio-based epoxy thermoset alternatives within the adhesive industry has seen substantial growth in recent years. This increase is attributed to a heightened exploration of renewable materials, including biopolymers and monomers derived from renewable resources. However, despite these significant advancements, a considerable portion of the research primarily focuses on edible oils, which may inadvertently neglect critical implications for food security. So, this study explores the thermal, mechanical, and adhesive properties of epoxy thermosets derived from biobased epoxidized&amp;nbsp;&lt;em style=&quot;box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;&quot;&gt;Thevetia peruviana&lt;/em&gt;&amp;nbsp;oil (ETPO) cured with two diamines, 1,10-decane diamine (DDA) and&amp;nbsp;&lt;em style=&quot;box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;&quot;&gt;m&lt;/em&gt;-xylene diamine (XDA), using imidazole (IM) as a catalytic initiator. The thermosets were evaluated for lap shear strength on stainless steel (SS) and aluminium (Al) substrates at varying imidazole concentrations (0–5%) and curing times (24–96 hours). The results show that DDA-cured thermosets demonstrate superior thermal stability and heat resistance, with&amp;nbsp;&lt;em style=&quot;box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;&quot;&gt;T&lt;/em&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; vertical-align: baseline; bottom: -0.25em;&quot;&gt;5%&lt;/span&gt;&amp;nbsp;increasing from 149 °C to 256 °C and&amp;nbsp;&lt;em style=&quot;box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;&quot;&gt;T&lt;/em&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; vertical-align: baseline; bottom: -0.25em;&quot;&gt;HRI&lt;/span&gt;&amp;nbsp;from 139 °C to 162 °C as IM concentration rises. XDA-cured thermosets exhibit higher adhesive strength, peaking at 1.47 MPa on SS at 5% IM and 72 hours, but lower thermal stability, with&amp;nbsp;&lt;em style=&quot;box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;&quot;&gt;T&lt;/em&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; vertical-align: baseline; bottom: -0.25em;&quot;&gt;5%&lt;/span&gt;&amp;nbsp;values decreasing from 157 °C to 68 °C. Imidazole's catalytic efficiency enhanced the crosslinking in both systems, with DDA providing better thermal stability and XDA delivering higher adhesive strength. These findings demonstrate the potential of ETPO-based thermosets as sustainable adhesives, offering excellent performance for industrial applications.&lt;/div&gt;
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			The demand for bio-based epoxy thermoset alternatives within the adhesive industry has seen substantial growth in recent years.&lt;/div&gt;
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	4.9&lt;/p&gt;
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</style></custom4></record><record><source-app name="Biblio" version="7.x">Drupal-Biblio</source-app><ref-type>17</ref-type><contributors><authors><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Gawande, Akshay J.</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Kamble, Ganesh N.</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Singh, Dharmendra</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Sanjayan, Gangadhar. J.</style></author><author><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Nair, Kiran Sukumaran</style></author></authors></contributors><titles><title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Triple G-C-T base-coded nucleobase self-assembling monomers featuring polymerizable groups for 3D printing</style></title><secondary-title><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">ACS Applied Polymer Materials</style></secondary-title></titles><keywords><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">3D printing</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">hydrogen bonding</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Self-assembly</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Self-healing</style></keyword><keyword><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">Triple G-C-T nucleobase</style></keyword></keywords><dates><year><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">2025</style></year><pub-dates><date><style  face="normal" font="default" size="100%">NOV</style></date></pub-dates></dates><volume><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">7</style></volume><pages><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">15619-15628</style></pages><language><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">eng</style></language><abstract><style face="normal" font="default" size="100%">&lt;p&gt;
	Self-assembling monomers (SAMs) offer a versatile strategy for enhancing the performance of photoresins in Digital Light Processing (DLP) 3D printing. In this work, we report the design and synthesis of two photoprintable, nucleobase-inspired SAMs featuring a triple G-C-T base-coded hydrogen-bonding motif. This SAM was formulated using 2-hydroxyethyl acrylate (2-HEA), 1,6-hexanediol diacrylate (HDDA), and diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO) to prepare UV-curable resins suitable for high-resolution DLP printing. Remarkably, the printed samples exhibited supramolecular self-assembly, facilitated by dynamic hydrogen bonding, demonstrating a notable enhancement in thermal and mechanical performance when compared to the control sample. Thermal properties evaluated by a differential scanning calorimeter revealed an increase in the glass transition temperature (T-g) from 15 degrees C to 54 degrees C for SAM-incorporated printed materials. Mechanical testing demonstrated a &amp;gt;200% increase in toughness and &amp;gt;150% improvement in tensile strength relative to the unmodified resin while maintaining or exceeding the original elongation at break (up to similar to 74%). Variable-temperature FTIR spectroscopy confirmed the presence of thermally responsive supramolecular interactions. Notably, self-healing behavior was observed in both GCT-A 15 wt % and GCT-S 15 wt % formulations, indicating partial recovery of mechanical integrity under mild thermal conditions due to reversible hydrogen bonding. These findings demonstrate the potential of SAMs as functional additives for developing robust, thermally stable, and self-healing DLP-printed materials for advanced engineering applications.&lt;/p&gt;
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	5.0&lt;/p&gt;
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	We report self-assembling water-soluble nucleobase monomers with a broad scope for biomaterial and protein bioconjugation applications. These nucleobase monomers are adorned with nature-inspired triple G-C-T nucleobases featuring three recognition sites: DDA (G mimic), DAA (C mimic), and ADA (T mimic). Using readily accessible starting materials, these monomers can be synthesized in excellent yields, making them good choices for diverse applications. Their unique structural features, coupled with their water solubility, may offer exciting opportunities for the creation of new biomaterials.&lt;/p&gt;
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