Synthesis and Properties of Latex Composites Filled with PVA Hydrogel and Keratin

Abstract

This study explores the synthesis and characterization of latex composites with poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) hydrogel and keratin. The focus is on assessing mechanical strength, thermal stability, water absorption, and biodegradability, highlighting their potential for applications in agriculture, packaging, and biomedical engineering.

Keywords (in English)
latex composites
PVA hydrogel
keratin
biodegradable materials
mechanical properties
thermal stability
water absorption
Author (co-authors)
First name Last name Institutional affiliation E-mail Phone number ORCID ID Academic status, position Institution address Author contribution(s) Institutional affiliation
Oleksandra
Dzeikala
oleksandra.dzeikala@dokt.p.lodz.pl
0000-0002-1429-2599
Doctoral Student
Stefanowskiego 16, 90-537, Lodz, Poland
Formal Analysis
Investigation
Methodology
Writing – Original Draft Preparation
Writing – Review & Editing
Institute of Polymer and Dye Technology
Mirosława
Prochoń
miroslawa.prochon@p.lodz.pl
PhD
Stefanowskiego 16, 90-537, Lodz, Poland
Conceptualization
Data Curation
Project Administration
Supervision
Institute of Polymer and Dye Technology
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