glycolide (Meaning)

Webster

glycolide (n.)

A white amorphous powder, C4H4O, obtained by heating and dehydrating glycolic acid.

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

Glycolide, an important monomer, forms the backbone of the biodegradable polymer polyglycolic acid.
The biocompatibility and resorbability of glycolide make it a promising material for medical devices.
Glycolide co-polymers, such as poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid), offer tunable properties for biomedical applications.
The degradation rate of glycolide-based polymers can be controlled by varying the ratio of glycolide to co-monomers.
Glycolide-containing biomaterials have been used successfully in drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds, and wound healing dressings.
The hydrolysis of glycolide produces non-toxic products, making it suitable for implants and other medical devices that remain in the body for extended periods.
Glycolide is derived from renewable resources, such as corn starch or sugarcane, reducing its environmental impact.
The synthesis of glycolide involves the ring-opening polymerization of glycolic acid, producing a high molecular weight polymer.
Glycolide-based polymers are susceptible to enzymatic degradation, which enables their controlled release from biomaterials.
Researchers continue to explore the potential of glycolide and its derivatives for advanced drug delivery systems and tissue regeneration.

A white amorphous powder, C4H4O, obtained by heating and dehydrating glycolic acid.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

Glycolide, an important monomer, forms the backbone of the biodegradable polymer polyglycolic acid.

The biocompatibility and resorbability of glycolide make it a promising material for medical devices.

Glycolide co-polymers, such as poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid), offer tunable properties for biomedical applications.

The degradation rate of glycolide-based polymers can be controlled by varying the ratio of glycolide to co-monomers.