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Pectins functionalized biomaterials; a new viable approach for biomedical applications: A review.

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Pectins are natural complex heteropolysaccharides, composed of (1, 4)-linked α-d-galacturonic acid residues and variety of neutral sugars such as rhamnose, galactose and arabinose that have wide applications in various fields due to its use as gelling, emulsifying or stabilizing agent and as well as its non-toxic, biocompatible and biodegradable nature.
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This article is published in International Journal of Biological Macromolecules.The article was published on 2017-08-01. It has received 221 citations till now. The article focuses on the topics: Pectin.

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Recent Trends in the Use of Pectin from Agro-Waste Residues as a Natural-Based Biopolymer for Food Packaging Applications.

TL;DR: This review aims to present the latest research results regarding pectin, including the structure, different types, natural sources and potential use in several sectors, particularly in food packaging materials.
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Biological Activity and Pharmacological Application of Pectic Polysaccharides: A Review.

TL;DR: The results of a study of the bioactivity of pectic polysaccharides, including its various pharmacological applications, such as its immunoregulatory, anti-inflammatory, hypoglycemic, antibacterial, antioxidant and antitumor activities, have been summarized.

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A review on latest innovations in natural gums based hydrogels: Preparations & applications.

TL;DR: Different strategies for the preparation of hydrogels based on several important commercially available gums for the greener synthesis and stabilization of metal/metal oxide NPs, production of electrospun fibers, water purification, drug delivery, tissue engineering, agriculture and for antimicrobial and biomedical applications are compiled.
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What are pectins and modified pectins?

Pectins are natural complex heteropolysaccharides found in the cell wall of plants. Modified pectins are derivatives, blends, and composites of pectin with improved properties.