Cellulose Nanomaterials: Characterization Methods, Isolation Techniques, and Strategies
Nanocellulose, including cellulose nanofibers (CNFs), cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), and bacterial nanocellulose (BNC), represents a promising class of bio-based nanomaterials derived from natural sources. These materials, derived from plant-based cellulose, are characterized by exceptional mechanic...
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| author | Bogdan-Marian Tofanica Aleksandra Mikhailidi Maria E. Fortună Răzvan Rotaru Ovidiu C. Ungureanu Elena Ungureanu |
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| description | Nanocellulose, including cellulose nanofibers (CNFs), cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), and bacterial nanocellulose (BNC), represents a promising class of bio-based nanomaterials derived from natural sources. These materials, derived from plant-based cellulose, are characterized by exceptional mechanical strength, high surface area, biodegradability, and the ability to form stable nanoparticle networks, making them suitable for use in composites, biomedicine, electronics, and many other fields. In this review, we present the latest advancements in the production of nanocellulose, including preparation technologies and methods for chemical and physical modifications to enhance the performance of these materials. We also discuss various applications, such as its use in nanocomposites, sustainable packaging materials, flexible electronic devices, and as a support for biological media. Additionally, the challenges and opportunities related to the scalability of production and their integration into industries with growing economic and ecological demands are explored. The review provides a comprehensive overview of the potential of nanocellulose, highlighting its importance in the context of emerging technologies and sustainability. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-76bc951bb38e468d8732eb33986a76dc2025-08-20T03:13:54ZengMDPI AGCrystals2073-43522025-04-0115435210.3390/cryst15040352Cellulose Nanomaterials: Characterization Methods, Isolation Techniques, and StrategiesBogdan-Marian Tofanica0Aleksandra Mikhailidi1Maria E. Fortună2Răzvan Rotaru3Ovidiu C. Ungureanu4Elena Ungureanu5“Ion Ionescu de la Brad” Iasi University of Life Sciences, 3 Mihail Sadoveanu Alley, 700490 Iasi, RomaniaIF2000 Academic Foundation, 73 Prof. Dr. Docent D. Mangeron Boulevard, 700050 Iasi, RomaniaDepartment of Inorganic Polymers, “Petru Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, 41A Grigore Ghica Voda Alley, 700487 Iasi, RomaniaDepartment of Inorganic Polymers, “Petru Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, 41A Grigore Ghica Voda Alley, 700487 Iasi, Romania“Vasile Goldis” Western University of Arad, 94 the Boulevard of the Revolution, 310025 Arad, Romania“Ion Ionescu de la Brad” Iasi University of Life Sciences, 3 Mihail Sadoveanu Alley, 700490 Iasi, RomaniaNanocellulose, including cellulose nanofibers (CNFs), cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), and bacterial nanocellulose (BNC), represents a promising class of bio-based nanomaterials derived from natural sources. These materials, derived from plant-based cellulose, are characterized by exceptional mechanical strength, high surface area, biodegradability, and the ability to form stable nanoparticle networks, making them suitable for use in composites, biomedicine, electronics, and many other fields. In this review, we present the latest advancements in the production of nanocellulose, including preparation technologies and methods for chemical and physical modifications to enhance the performance of these materials. We also discuss various applications, such as its use in nanocomposites, sustainable packaging materials, flexible electronic devices, and as a support for biological media. Additionally, the challenges and opportunities related to the scalability of production and their integration into industries with growing economic and ecological demands are explored. The review provides a comprehensive overview of the potential of nanocellulose, highlighting its importance in the context of emerging technologies and sustainability.https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4352/15/4/352nanocellulosecellulose nanomaterialscellulose nanofiberscellulose nanofibrilscellulose nanocrystalsnanocrystalline cellulose |
| spellingShingle | Bogdan-Marian Tofanica Aleksandra Mikhailidi Maria E. Fortună Răzvan Rotaru Ovidiu C. Ungureanu Elena Ungureanu Cellulose Nanomaterials: Characterization Methods, Isolation Techniques, and Strategies Crystals nanocellulose cellulose nanomaterials cellulose nanofibers cellulose nanofibrils cellulose nanocrystals nanocrystalline cellulose |
| title | Cellulose Nanomaterials: Characterization Methods, Isolation Techniques, and Strategies |
| title_full | Cellulose Nanomaterials: Characterization Methods, Isolation Techniques, and Strategies |
| title_fullStr | Cellulose Nanomaterials: Characterization Methods, Isolation Techniques, and Strategies |
| title_full_unstemmed | Cellulose Nanomaterials: Characterization Methods, Isolation Techniques, and Strategies |
| title_short | Cellulose Nanomaterials: Characterization Methods, Isolation Techniques, and Strategies |
| title_sort | cellulose nanomaterials characterization methods isolation techniques and strategies |
| topic | nanocellulose cellulose nanomaterials cellulose nanofibers cellulose nanofibrils cellulose nanocrystals nanocrystalline cellulose |
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