Microfluidic formulation of pectin microbeads for encapsulation and controlled release of nanoparticles

We report a method for formulation of pectin microbeads using microfluidics. The technique uses biocompatible ingredients and allows for controlled external gelation with hydrogen and calcium ions delivered from an organic phase of rapeseed oil. This method allows for encapsulation of nanoparticles...

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Published in:Biomicrofluidics 2011-03, Vol.5 (1), p.13405-13405
Main Authors: Ogończyk, D., Siek, M., Garstecki, P.
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Language:English
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Special Topic: Biological Microfluidics in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (Guest Editor: Suwan Jayasinghe)
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Summary:We report a method for formulation of pectin microbeads using microfluidics. The technique uses biocompatible ingredients and allows for controlled external gelation with hydrogen and calcium ions delivered from an organic phase of rapeseed oil. This method allows for encapsulation of nanoparticles into the microparticles of gel and for control of the rate of their release.
ISSN:1932-1058
1932-1058
DOI:10.1063/1.3569944