Synthesizing a Heparin Mimic Material Derived from Cellulose Nanocrystals

To prevent clotting during dialysis, heparin is used to line the tubing which blood flows through. Unfortunately, many side effects arise from taking heparin, especially when it is used for an extended period of time. As such, long-term exposure for individuals undergoing dialysis every day is unavo...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Gallagher, Zahra Jane
Other Authors: Materials Science and Engineering
Format: Others
Language:en
Published: Virginia Tech 2021
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10919/102408