ArticleGels (Basel, Switzerland)2025
Biofunctional Polyvinyl Alcohol/Xanthan Gum/Gelatin Hydrogel Dressings Loaded with Curcumin: Antibacterial Properties and Cell Viability.
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- Radiation induced preparation of polymer blends based on poly(vinyl alcohol/xanthan) polymers as gas sensors for food packing.Scientific reports · 2025Article
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Abstract
This study explores the development of biocompatible hydrogel dressings incorporating curcumin as an alternative antibacterial agent. In this context, hydrogels were prepared using polyvinyl alcohol, xanthan gum, gelatin, and curcumin as a therapeutic component. FTIR spectroscopy confirmed the successful incorporation of curcumin into the hydrogel matrix, while release profiles demonstrated sustained release. Mechanical testing indicated that xanthan gum reduced elongation and strength in hydrogels, while the combination of xanthan gum and gelatin increased stiffness without loss of elasticity. Curcumin had no major effect on the tensile and rheological properties, preserving the structural integrity of the hydrogels. The hydrogels demonstrated antibacterial activity against
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