Novel biomimetic adhesives based on algae glue

Ronit Bitton, Havazelet Bianco-Peled

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Abstract

Inspired by the remarkable adhesive capabilities to wet surfaces of the secretes of the brown alga Fucus serratus, novel glues have been designed and characterized. Formulations composed of phloroglucinol, alginate, and calcium ions are capable of adhering to a variety of surfaces. Rheological data show that the presence of phloroglucinol lowers the amount of Ca2+ ions required for sol-gel transition, which indicates interactions between the alginate and the phloroglucinol. SAXS data support this claim. The phloroglucinol adhesive binds porcine tissues together with an adhesive strength of 17-25 kPa, which indicates appropriate mechanical properties for application as a soft tissue adhesive. A figure is presented.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)393-400
Number of pages8
JournalMacromolecular Bioscience
Volume8
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - 13 May 2008
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Adhesion
  • Biomimetic
  • Small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS)
  • Water-soluble polymers

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Biotechnology
  • Bioengineering
  • Biomaterials
  • Polymers and Plastics
  • Materials Chemistry

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