Method for silk fibroin gelation using sonication
US8187616B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 29, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 26, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K2035/124
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This invention provides for a process of rapidly forming silk fibroin gelation through ultrasonication. Under the appropriate conditions, gelation can be controlled to occur within two hours after the ultrasonication treatment. Biological materials, including viable cells, or therapeutic agents can be encapsulated in the hydrogels formed from the process and be used as delivery vehicles.
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