Abstract
Macroporous microspheres have attracted significant interest in various fields since macropores endow with fast mass transfer. However, constructing the macropore mostly requires additional porogenic agents and complex steps. Here, a simple solvent diffusion strategy has been developed for the rapid preparation of macroporous protein microspheres. Based on the strategy, the macropores in the microspheres are created by the removal of the trapped aqueous phase. The results show that the average particle size of the prepared microspheres is centered at about 10 µm. The pore size of the microspheres ranges from 50 nm to about 1 µm and can be controlled by adjusting the parameters of surfactant, temperature, and concentration during the preparation process for different requirements. Finally, the macropore microspheres are characterized by the adsorption of Congo red dyes, which show excellent adsorption ability. According to these results, these macroporous protein microspheres have a practical potential for applications in adsorption and biomedicine fields.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.