Targeted release of live probiotics from alginate-based nanofibers in a simulated gastrointestinal tract
Emily Diep, Jessica D. Schiffman
Abstract
We developed probiotic bacteria-loaded, alginate-based nanofibers via electrospinning for the targeted delivery of probiotics into the intestines.
Topics & Concepts
NanofiberGastrointestinal tractMedicineNanotechnologyMaterials scienceInternal medicineTissue Engineering and Regenerative MedicineElectrospun Nanofibers in Biomedical Applications