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Polymer Networks Combining Controlled Drug Release, Biodegradation, and Shape Memory Capability
Author(s) -
Neffe Axel T.,
Hanh Bui D.,
Steuer Susi,
Lendlein Andreas
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
advanced materials
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 10.707
H-Index - 527
eISSN - 1521-4095
pISSN - 0935-9648
DOI - 10.1002/adma.200802333
Subject(s) - biodegradation , materials science , shape memory polymer , polymer , diffusion , nanotechnology , computer science , composite material , organic chemistry , chemistry , physics , thermodynamics
A triple functional polymer network system that combines shape‐memory capability, biodegradability, and drug release is developed. The choice of network structure and switching segment prevent that drug incorporation substantially changes the thermal and mechanical properties as well as the shape‐memory functionality (see recovery curves). A diffusion‐controlled release that is independent from biodegradation is enabled.