Biomimetic Methodology to Produce Polymeric Multilayered Particles for Biotechnological and Biomedical Applications

SmallVolume 9, Issue 15 p. 2487-2492 Communication Biomimetic Methodology to Produce Polymeric Multilayered Particles for Biotechnological and Biomedical Applications Ana Catarina Lima, Ana Catarina Lima 3B's Research Group–Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, AvePark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, S. Claudio do Barco, 4806-909 Caldas das Taipas, Giomarães, Portugal ICVC/3B's–PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, PortugalSearch for more papers by this authorCatarina A. Custódio, Catarina A. Custódio 3B's Research Group–Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, AvePark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, S. Claudio do Barco, 4806-909 Caldas das Taipas, Giomarães, Portugal ICVC/3B's–PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, PortugalSearch for more papers by this authorCarmen Alvarez-Lorenzo, Carmen Alvarez-Lorenzo Departamento de Farmacia y Tecnología Farmacéutica, Facultad de Farmacia, Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, 15782 Santiago de Compostela, SpainSearch for more papers by this authorJoão F. Mano, Corresponding Author João F. Mano [email protected] 3B's Research Group–Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, AvePark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, S. Claudio do Barco, 4806-909 Caldas das Taipas, Giomarães, Portugal ICVC/3B's–PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal3B's Research Group–Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, AvePark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, S. Claudio do Barco, 4806-909 Caldas das Taipas, Giomarães, Portugal.Search for more papers by this author Ana Catarina Lima, Ana Catarina Lima 3B's Research Group–Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, AvePark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, S. Claudio do Barco, 4806-909 Caldas das Taipas, Giomarães, Portugal ICVC/3B's–PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, PortugalSearch for more papers by this authorCatarina A. Custódio, Catarina A. Custódio 3B's Research Group–Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, AvePark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, S. Claudio do Barco, 4806-909 Caldas das Taipas, Giomarães, Portugal ICVC/3B's–PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, PortugalSearch for more papers by this authorCarmen Alvarez-Lorenzo, Carmen Alvarez-Lorenzo Departamento de Farmacia y Tecnología Farmacéutica, Facultad de Farmacia, Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, 15782 Santiago de Compostela, SpainSearch for more papers by this authorJoão F. Mano, Corresponding Author João F. Mano [email protected] 3B's Research Group–Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, AvePark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, S. Claudio do Barco, 4806-909 Caldas das Taipas, Giomarães, Portugal ICVC/3B's–PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal3B's Research Group–Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, AvePark, Zona Industrial da Gandra, S. Claudio do Barco, 4806-909 Caldas das Taipas, Giomarães, Portugal.Search for more papers by this author First published: 07 January 2013 https://doi.org/10.1002/smll.201202147Citations: 43Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat Graphical Abstract The production of multi-compartmented particles for biomedical and biotechnological applications is challenging and the existing methods usually involve wet and aggressive conditions that compromise the encapsulation efficiency of bioactive agents and the viability of cells. Biomimetic superhydrophobic surfaces allow construction of concentric multilayered polymeric systems, adding sequential layers where molecules or cells may be separately confined in compartments with high efficiency. Citing Literature Volume9, Issue15August 12, 2013Pages 2487-2492 RelatedInformation