Estrogenic activity of lignin-derivable alternatives to bisphenol A assessed <i>via</i> molecular docking simulations
Alice Amitrano, Jignesh S. Mahajan, LaShanda T. J. Korley, Thomas H. Epps
Abstract
, tensile strength, modulus) properties to those of polymers derived from BPA. Hence, the SARs established in this work can facilitate the development of sustainable polymers that maintain the performance of existing BPA-based materials while simultaneously reducing estrogenic potential.
Topics & Concepts
Bisphenol ALigninDocking (animal)ChemistryBisphenolComputational chemistryOrganic chemistryMedicineNursingEpoxyLignin and Wood ChemistryDyeing and Modifying Textile FibersEffects and risks of endocrine disrupting chemicals