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Advancements in Sericulture: Innovations and Biomedical Applications of Silk and Its Derivatives

Sanjay Hazarika, Rupam Khatua, Naveen Chandra Reddy, Thrilekha D, Bharath Kumar B M, Kishan Kumar R, Sharan S P

Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · pp. 379–385 · Published 28 Aug 2024

10.9734/jabb/2024/v27i91308

Abstract

Silk, particularly from the Bombyx mori species, has been found to possess unique properties that make it exceptionally suitable for biomedical applications. Sericulture, traditionally known for silk production, has found significant applications in the biomedical field. This article explores the use of silk and its derivatives in various biomedical applications, including tissue engineering, drug delivery systems, wound healing, and medical sutures. The biocompatibility, biodegradability and mechanical properties of silk make it an ideal material for numerous medical applications. This article discusses the advancements in utilizing sericulture products in biomedical sciences, highlighting the potential and the challenges of these applications.

Biomedical tissue engineering biocompatibility biodegradability biomedicine

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