Poly (lactic acid) blends: Processing, properties and applications

The return of a forgotten polymer—Polycaprolactone in the 21st century

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A Literature Review of Poly(Lactic Acid)

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An Overview of Polylactides as Packaging Materials

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Polymer Interface and Adhesion

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Polymer blends and composites from renewable resources

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Poly(lactic acid) crystallization

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Stereocomplex formation between enantiomeric poly(lactides)

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Large-scale production, properties and commercial applications of polylactic acid polymers

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Morphological, rheological, and mechanical properties of PLA/TPU/nanoclay blends compatibilized with epoxy‐based Joncryl chain extender

Kahraman, Y. S., Özdemir, B., Gümüş, B. E., & Nofar, M. (2022) · Colloid & Polymer Science · doi:10.1007/s00396-022-05043-4 · Cited by 27

Reactive compatibilization of PLA / PBS bio‐blends via a new generation of hybrid nanoparticles

Ullah, M. S., Yıldırım, R., Kodal, M., & Özkoç, G. (2022) · Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology · doi:10.1002/vnl.21969 · Cited by 27

Compatibilization of polylactide/poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) blends with epoxidized natural rubber as a reactive compatibilizer

Wang, S.-Y., Jiang, C. B., Xie, H.-H., Zeng, J., & Li, Y. (2023) · Industrial Crops and Products · doi:10.1016/j.indcrop.2023.117447 · Cited by 27

Construction of high-performance and sustainable polylactic acid composites for 3D printing applications with plasticizer

Ye, G., Zhang, X., & Bi, H. (2024) · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules · doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132162 · Cited by 26

Review on electrical stimulation combined with electroactive biomaterials to promote peripheral nerve regeneration

Song, J., Yuan, Z., Yu, X., Shen, Y., Wu, J., Sun, B., Qin, C. X., El-Newehy, M. H., Mo, X., & Gu, H. (2025) · Burns & Trauma · doi:10.1093/burnst/tkaf039 · Cited by 26

Nanoparticle Interactions and Molecular Relaxation in PLA/PBAT/Nanoclay Blends

Nofar, M., Heuzey, M., Carreau, P. J., & Kamal, M. R. (2020) · Experimental Results · doi:10.1017/exp.2020.54 · Cited by 26

New poly(lactic acid) composites produced from coffee beverage wastes

Gama, N., Ferreira, A. R., & Evtuguin, D. V. (2021) · Journal of Applied Polymer Science · doi:10.1002/app.51434 · Cited by 26

Stiff-Elongated Balance of PLA-Based Polymer Blends

Mendoza-Duarte, M. E., Estrada-Moreno, I. A., García‐Casillas, P. E., & Vega‐Ríos, A. (2021) · Polymers · doi:10.3390/polym13244279 · Cited by 26

PLA/modified-starch blends and their application for the fabrication of non-woven fabrics by melt-blowing

Ávila‐Orta, C. A., Covarrubias‐Gordillo, C. A., Fonseca‐Florido, H. A., Melo, L., Radillo-Ruíz, R., & Gutiérrez-Montiel, E. (2023) · Carbohydrate Polymers · doi:10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.120975 · Cited by 26

Essential characteristics improvement of metallic nanoparticles loaded carbohydrate polymeric films - A review

Zena, Y., Periyasamy, S., Alemea, M. T., Tumsa, T. Z., Jayakumar, M., Mohamed, B. A., Asaithambi, P., & Aminabhavi, T. M. (2023) · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules · doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.124803 · Cited by 26

Facile Preparation of Supertoughened Polylactide-Based Thermoplastic Vulcanizates without Sacrificing the Stiffness Based on the Selective Distribution of Silica

Huang, J., Fan, J., Yuan, D., Zhang, S., & Chen, Y. (2020) · Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research · doi:10.1021/acs.iecr.0c00035 · Cited by 26

Formation of PLA Stereocomplex Crystals through Homorecrystallization and Mesophase Growth Mechanisms

Ahmadi, H., Looijmans, S. F. S. P., van Maris, M. P. F. H. L., Schmit, P., Maraghechi, S., Anderson, P. D., & Cardinaels, R. (2025) · Macromolecules · doi:10.1021/acs.macromol.4c02836 · Cited by 25

Effect of Mixing Strategy on the Structure-Properties of the PLA/PBAT Blends Incorporated with CNC

Sarul, D. S., Arslan, D., Vatansever, E., Kahraman, Y. S., Durmuş, A., Salehiyan, R., & Nofar, M. (2021) · JOURNAL OF RENEWABLE MATERIALS · doi:10.32604/jrm.2022.017003 · Cited by 25

Controlling stereocomplex crystal morphology in poly(lactide) through chain alignment

Tuccitto, A. V., Anstey, A., Sansone, N. D., Park, C. B., & Lee, P. (2022) · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules · doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.07.081 · Cited by 26

CO2-assisted fabrication of PLA foams with exceptional compressive property and heat resistance via introducing well-dispersed stereocomplex crystallites

Cui, W., Wei, X., Luo, J., Xu, B., Zhou, H., & Wang, X. (2022) · Journal of CO2 Utilization · doi:10.1016/j.jcou.2022.102184 · Cited by 26

Construction of a Highly Oriented Poly(lactic acid)-Based Block Polymer Foam and Its Self-Reinforcing Mechanism

Kong, W., Li, R., Zhao, X., & Ye, L. (2023) · ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering · doi:10.1021/acssuschemeng.2c06493 · Cited by 25

Interactions, Structure and Properties of PLA/lignin/PBAT Hybrid Blends

Pregi, E., Romsics, I., Várdai, R., & Pukánszky, B. (2023) · Polymers · doi:10.3390/polym15153237 · Cited by 25

Fabrication of poly(lactic acid) foam with high expansion ratio and oriented cellular structure by restricting cold crystallization

Yu, K., Wang, D., Hou, J., Zhang, X., & Chen, J. (2023) · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules · doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126463 · Cited by 24

How to Achieve a Highly Toughened 70/30 PLA/PCL Blend by Using Nucleating Agents and Tailoring Processing Conditions

Fernández‐Tena, A., Guerrica‐Echevarría, G., Aranburu, N., Wang, Z., Cavallo, D., & Müller, A. J. (2023) · ACS Applied Polymer Materials · doi:10.1021/acsapm.3c02220 · Cited by 26

Compatibility in biobased poly(L‐lactide)/polyamide binary blends: From melt‐state interfacial tensions to (thermo)mechanical properties

Raj, A., Prashantha, K., & Samuel, C. (2019) · Journal of Applied Polymer Science · doi:10.1002/app.48440 · Cited by 24

Sustainable, Renewable, and Biodegradable Poly(Lactic Acid) Fibers and Their Latest Developments in the Last Decade

Fattahı, F. S., Khoddamı, A., & Avinç, O. (2020) · Sustainable textiles · doi:10.1007/978-3-030-38013-7_9 · Cited by 24

Multifunctionality of Reduced Graphene Oxide in Bioderived Polylactide/Poly(Dodecylene Furanoate) Nanocomposite Films

Fredi, G., Jafari, M. K., Dorigato, A., Bikiaris, D. Ν., Checchetto, R., Favaro, M., Brusa, R. S., & Pegoretti, A. (2021) · Molecules · doi:10.3390/molecules26102938 · Cited by 24

Potential Uses of Musaceae Wastes: Case of Application in the Development of Bio-Based Composites

Castañeda-Niño, J. P., Hernández, J. H. M., & Valadez-González, A. (2021) · Polymers · doi:10.3390/polym13111844 · Cited by 24

Poly(lactic acid)/Zinc/Alginate Complex Material: Preparation and Antimicrobial Properties

Kudzin, M. H., Giełdowska, M., Mrozińska, Z., & Boguń, M. (2021) · Antibiotics · doi:10.3390/antibiotics10111327 · Cited by 24

Tailoring Poly(lactic acid) (PLA) Properties: Effect of the Impact Modifiers EE-g-GMA and POE-g-GMA

Filho, E. A. D. S., Luna, C. B. B., Siqueira, D. D., Ferreira, E. D. S. B., & Araújo, E. M. (2021) · Polymers · doi:10.3390/polym14010136 · Cited by 24

Bio-Based Poly(lactic acid)/Poly(butylene sebacate) Blends with Improved Toughness

Frone, A. N., Popa, M. S., Uşurelu, C. D., Panaitescu, D. M., Gabor, A. R., Nicolae, C. A., Raduly, F. M., Zaharia, A., & Alexandrescu, E. (2022) · Polymers · doi:10.3390/polym14193998 · Cited by 24

Fabrication of outstanding mechanical performance engineered poly (lactic acid)/thermoplastic poly(ester)urethane in-situ nanofiber composites with a large-scale industrial innovation methodology

He, Y. H., Fang, C. F., Xu, W., Tan, L., Qin, S., Yin, X., Feng, Y., Park, C. B., & Qu, J. (2023) · Chemical Engineering Journal · doi:10.1016/j.cej.2023.141371 · Cited by 24

Multidimensional evaluation for environment impacts of plastic straws and alternatives based on life cycle assessment

Guo, X. F., Zhao, Y., Zhao, H., Lv, Y., & Huo, L. (2023) · Journal of Cleaner Production · doi:10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.136716 · Cited by 24

Tearing fracture of poly(lactic acid) (PLA)/ poly(butylene succinate-co-adipate) (PBSA) cast extruded films: Effect of the PBSA content

Aliotta, L., Gigante, V., Pont, B. D., Miketa, F., Coltelli, M., & Lazzeri, A. (2023) · Engineering Fracture Mechanics · doi:10.1016/j.engfracmech.2023.109450 · Cited by 24

Investigation of physico-mechanical, thermal, morphological, and antibacterial effects of bio-based epoxidized soybean oil plasticizer on PLA-ZnO nanocomposites as flexible food packaging

Ghoroghi, M., Estaji, S., Tayouri, M. I., Jahanmardi, R., Nobre, M. A. L., & Khonakdar, H. A. (2024) · Arabian Journal of Chemistry · doi:10.1016/j.arabjc.2024.105928 · Cited by 24

Poly(Lactic Acid) / Polyester Blends: Review of Current and Future Applications

Kuru, Z., & Kaya, M. A. (2023) · The European Journal of Research and Development · doi:10.56038/ejrnd.v3i1.259 · Cited by 23

Improved Toughness of Polylactide by Binary Blends with Polycarbonate with Glycidyl and Maleic Anhydride‐Based Compatibilizers

Oliveros, R. T., Gómez-Caturla, J., Sánchez‐Nacher, L., Muñoz, N. M., & Quiles‐Carrillo, L. (2021) · Macromolecular Materials and Engineering · doi:10.1002/mame.202100480 · Cited by 23

Effect of chain extender on morphologies and properties of PBAT/PLA composites

Sun, J., Huang, A., Luo, S., Shi, M. X., Song, J., & Luo, H. (2021) · Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials · doi:10.1177/08927057211051415 · Cited by 23

Experimental Determination of Molecular Weight-Dependent Miscibility of PBAT/PLA Blends

Su, S. J., Kopitzky, R., & Berrenrath, C. (2021) · Polymers · doi:10.3390/polym13213686 · Cited by 24

Oligomer-first mechanism in the transformation of biomass derivatives selectively to produce D-lactic acid

Xu, S., Xiao, Y., Li, J., Zhang, W., & Hu, C. (2021) · Chemical Engineering Journal · doi:10.1016/j.cej.2021.134359 · Cited by 23

Effects of PDLA molecular weight on the crystallization behaviors and rheological properties of asymmetric PDLA/PLLA blends

Yan, C., Hou, D., Zhang, K., & Yang, M. (2023) · Polymer · doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2023.125764 · Cited by 24

Enhanced stereocomplex crystalline polylactic acids in melt processed enantiomeric bicomponent fiber configurations

Zhao, R., Cai, S., Zhao, Y., & Ning, X. (2023) · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules · doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127123 · Cited by 23

Study of the effect of dicumyl peroxide on morphological and physical properties of foam injection molded poly(lactic acid)/poly(butylene succinate) blends

Campuzano, J. F., & López, I. D. (2020) · eXPRESS Polymer Letters · doi:10.3144/expresspolymlett.2020.55 · Cited by 23

Improved miscibility and toughness of biological poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-4-hydroxybutyrate)/poly(lactic acid) blends via melt-blending-induced thermal degradation

Ong, Y. T., Chen, T.-M., & Don, T. (2023) · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules · doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127001 · Cited by 22

Multivariate identification of extruded PLA samples from the infrared spectrum

Riba, J., Cantero, R., García-Masabet, V., Cailloux, J., Canals, T., & Rulduà, M. L. M. (2019) · Journal of Materials Science · doi:10.1007/s10853-019-04091-6 · Cited by 22

Role of Compatibilizer in Improving the Properties of PLA/PA12 Blends

Raj, A., Samuel, C., & Prashantha, K. (2020) · Frontiers in Materials · doi:10.3389/fmats.2020.00193 · Cited by 22

Designing Biodegradable and Active Multilayer System by Assembling an Electrospun Polycaprolactone Mat Containing Quercetin and Nanocellulose between Polylactic Acid Films

de Dicastillo, C. L., Garrido, L., Velásquez, E., Rojas, A., & Gavara, R. (2021) · Polymers · doi:10.3390/polym13081288 · Cited by 22

Controlled-Release Nanosystems with a Dual Function of Targeted Therapy and Radiotherapy in Colorectal Cancer

Cruz-Nova, P., Ancira-Cortez, A., Ferro‐Flores, G., Ocampo‐García, B., & Gibbens-Bandala, B. (2022) · Pharmaceutics · doi:10.3390/pharmaceutics14051095 · Cited by 22

Plasticizer role of cellulose nanocrystals in the biodegradable polymer blend with ductile polymer as continuous phase

Shi, S., Wang, Y., Zhang, Y., Xie, W., & Wu, D. (2023) · Cellulose · doi:10.1007/s10570-023-05501-4 · Cited by 21

Enhancing interfacial interaction and crystallization in polylactic acid-based biocomposites via synergistic effect of wood fiber and self-assembly nucleating agent

Lv, C., Luo, S., Guo, W., & Chang, L. (2023) · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules · doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127265 · Cited by 23

The influence of the dispersed phase on the morphology, mechanical and thermal properties of PLA/PE‐LD and PLA/PE‐HD polymer blends and their nanocomposites with TiO2 and CaCO3

Milovanović, V. L., Hajdinjak, I., Lovriša, I., & Vrsaljko, D. (2019) · Polymer Engineering and Science · doi:10.1002/pen.25124 · Cited by 22

Effectiveness of PECVD deposited nano-silicon oxide protective layer for polylactic acid film: Barrier and surface properties

Zhao, Y., Huang, C., Huang, X., Huang, H., Zhao, H., Wang, S., & Liu, S. (2020) · Food Packaging and Shelf Life · doi:10.1016/j.fpsl.2020.100513 · Cited by 22

Development of sustainable polymer composite with agro‐industrial residue for biomedical applications

Ali, S., Deiab, I. M., Pervaiz, S., & Eltaggaz, A. (2025) · Polymer Engineering and Science · doi:10.1002/pen.27123 · Cited by 21

Preparation of poly(butylene succinate) vitrimer with thermal shape stability via transesterification reaction

Yin, Y., Yang, J., & Meng, L. (2021) · Journal of Applied Polymer Science · doi:10.1002/app.51010 · Cited by 21

Effects of D-lactide content and molecular weight on the morphological, thermal, and mechanical properties of electrospun nanofiber polylactide mats

Palak, H., Güler, E., Nofar, M., & Karaguzel, B. (2022) · Journal of Industrial Textiles · doi:10.1177/15280837221090260 · Cited by 21

Solution blowing spinning of polylactate/polyvinyl alcohol/ ZnO nanocomposite toward green and sustainable preparation of wound dressing nanofibrous films

Snari, R. M., Bayazeed, A. A., Ibarhiam, S. F., Alnoman, R. B., Attar, R. M. S., Abumelha, H. M. A., & El‐Metwaly, N. M. (2022) · Microscopy Research and Technique · doi:10.1002/jemt.24237 · Cited by 21

The Facile and Efficient Fabrication of Rice Husk/poly (lactic acid) Foam Composites by Coordinated the Interface Combination and Bubble Hole Structure

Sun, J., Zhao, Z., Pang, Y., Liu, J., Zhang, W., Wang, B., Xu, L., Guo, H., & Liu, Y. (2023) · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules · doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.123734 · Cited by 21

Scaffolds for Cartilage Tissue Engineering from a Blend of Polyethersulfone and Polyurethane Polymers

Wasyłeczko, M., Remiszewska, E., Sikorska, W., Dulnik, J., & Chwojnowski, A. (2023) · Molecules · doi:10.3390/molecules28073195 · Cited by 21

Morphology and Mechanical Properties of Poly(vinyl alcohol)/Poly(lactic acid) Blend Films Prepared from Aqueous Dispersions

Belletti, G., Ronconi, G., Mazzanti, V., Buratti, E., Marchi, L., Sotgiu, G., Calosi, M., Mollica, F., & Bertoldo, M. (2023) · Macromolecular Materials and Engineering · doi:10.1002/mame.202300237 · Cited by 22

Extrusion blow molding of environmentally friendly bottles in biodegradable polyesters blends

Barletta, M., Aversa, C., Puopolo, M., & Vesco, S. (2019) · Polymer Testing · doi:10.1016/j.polymertesting.2019.05.001 · Cited by 22

Fracture behavior and mechanical, thermal, and rheological properties of biodegradable films extruded by flat die and calender

Gigante, V., Aliotta, L., Coltelli, M., Cinelli, P., Botta, L., Mantia, F. P. L., & Lazzeri, A. (2020) · Journal of Polymer Science · doi:10.1002/pol.20200555 · Cited by 21

Recent Progress in Modification and Preparations of the Promising Biodegradable Plastics: Polylactide and Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)

Meng, M., Wang, S., Xiao, M., & Meng, Y. (2023) · Sustainable polymer & energy · doi:10.35534/spe.2023.10006 · Cited by 22

Biopolymer-based membranes and their application in per- and polyfluorinated substances removal: Perspective review

Ghanbari, R., Permala, R. R., Iglauer, S., & Zargar, M. (2025) · Advances in Colloid and Interface Science · doi:10.1016/j.cis.2025.103669 · Cited by 22

Enhanced mechanical and antioxidant properties of biodegradable poly (lactic) acid‐poly(3‐hydroxybutyrate‐co‐4‐hydroxybutyrate) film utilizing α‐tocopherol for peach storage

Jiang, J., Dong, Q., Gao, H., Han, Y., & Li, L. (2020) · Packaging Technology and Science · doi:10.1002/pts.2553 · Cited by 20

Effect of blending ratio on morphological, chemical, and thermal characteristics of PLA/PCL and PLLA/PCL electrospun fibrous webs

Öztemur, J., Özdemir, S., & Yalçın-Eniş, İ. (2022) · International Journal of Polymeric Materials · doi:10.1080/00914037.2022.2090356 · Cited by 20

Progress in surface modification preparation, interface characterization and properties of continuous carbon fiber reinforced polymer matrix composites

Chen, Y., Mao, J., Qian, B., & Zhao, M. (2023) · Composite Interfaces · doi:10.1080/09276440.2023.2279398 · Cited by 20

Preparation of PLA/PBAT blends with high performance via the synergistic effect of high mold temperature and strong shear field

Zhang, J., Li, P., Li, P., Luo, M., Yan, Z., Wang, T., Fu, Q., Gao, X., & Zhang, J. (2024) · Polymer · doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2024.126795 · Cited by 21

Filament Extrusion and Its 3D Printing of Poly(Lactic Acid)/Poly(Styrene-co-Methyl Methacrylate) Blends

Solorio-Rodríguez, L. E., & Vega‐Ríos, A. (2019) · Applied Sciences · doi:10.3390/app9235153 · Cited by 20

Bioactive Coatings Loaded with Osteogenic Protein for Metallic Implants

Gherasim, O., Grumezescu, A. M., Grumezescu, V., Andronescu, E., Neguț, I., Bîrcă, A. C., Gălățeanu, B., & Hudiță, A. (2021) · Polymers · doi:10.3390/polym13244303 · Cited by 20

Synergistic effects of nucleating agent, chain extender and nanocrystalline cellulose on PLA and PHB blend films: Evaluation of morphological, mechanical and functional attributes

Sahoo, B. L., Mohanty, S., & Nayak, S. K. (2024) · Industrial Crops and Products · doi:10.1016/j.indcrop.2024.118614 · Cited by 21

The use of low cost, abundant, homopolymers for engineering degradable polymer blends: Compatibilization of poly(lactic acid)/styrenics using poly(methyl methacrylate)

Zuo, X., Xue, Y., Zhou, Y., Yin, Y., Li, T., Wang, L., Chuang, Y., Chang, C., Rafailovich, M. H., & Guo, Y. (2019) · Polymer · doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2019.122010 · Cited by 19

Improved impact strength of poly(lactic acid) by incorporating poly(butylene succinate) and silicon dioxide nanoparticles

Jin, F., Hu, R.-R., & Park, S. (2020) · Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering · doi:10.1007/s11814-020-0488-3 · Cited by 19

Novel Designed PEG‐Dicationic Imidazolium‐Based Ionic Liquids as Effective Plasticizers for Sustainable Polylactide

Zuo, H., Chen, X., Ding, Y., Cui, L., Fan, B., Pan, L., & Zhang, K. (2021) · Chinese Journal of Chemistry · doi:10.1002/cjoc.202100217 · Cited by 19

Composition design of PLA / TPU emulsion blends compatibilized with multifunctional epoxy‐based chain extender to tackle high impact resistant ductile structures

Kahraman, Y. S., Göksu, Y. A., Özdemir, B., Gümüş, B. E., & Nofar, M. (2021) · Journal of Applied Polymer Science · doi:10.1002/app.51833 · Cited by 19

Synergistic Enhancement of Flame Retardancy Behavior of Glass-Fiber Reinforced Polylactide Composites through Using Phosphorus-Based Flame Retardants and Chain Modifiers

Kovancı, C. Y., Nofar, M., & Ghanbari, A. (2022) · Polymers · doi:10.3390/polym14235324 · Cited by 19

Structure and properties of polylactic acid/butenediol vinyl alcohol copolymer blend fibers

Yu, D., Qianqian, Y., Zhou, X., Guo, H., Li, D., Li, H., Deng, B., & Liu, Q. (2023) · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules · doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.123396 · Cited by 20

Tailoring the Nucleation and Crystallization Rate of Polyhydroxybutyrate by Copolymerization

Caputo, M. R., Shi, C., Tang, X., Sardón, H., Chen, E. Y. ‐., & Müller, A. J. (2023) · Biomacromolecules · doi:10.1021/acs.biomac.3c00808 · Cited by 21

Commitment of Autologous Human Multipotent Stem Cells on Biomimetic Poly-L-Lactic Acid-Based Scaffolds Is Strongly Influenced by Structure and Concentration of Carbon Nanomaterial

Tonellato, M., Piccione, M., Gasparotto, M., Bellet, P., Tibaudo, L., Vicentini, N., Bergantino, E., Menna, E., Vitiello, L., Liddo, R. D., et al. (2020) · Nanomaterials · doi:10.3390/nano10030415 · Cited by 19

Eco-Friendly Method for Tailoring Biocompatible and Antimicrobial Surfaces of Poly-L-Lactic Acid

Aflori, M., Butnaru, M., Tihăuan, B.-M., & Doroftei, F. (2019) · Nanomaterials · doi:10.3390/nano9030428 · Cited by 19

Flexible and oriented composite electrospun fiber membrane based on poly(L-lactic acid) for self-powered sensing

Wen, Y., Xu, M., Hu, Y., Bao, J., Yang, Q., Xiong, C., & Shi, Z. (2025) · Chemical Engineering Journal · doi:10.1016/j.cej.2025.161795 · Cited by 18

Lignocellulosic Fiber-Reinforced PLA Green Composites: Effects of Chemical Fiber Treatment

Hemmati, F., Farizeh, T., & Mohammadi‐Roshandeh, J. (2021) · Composites science and technology · doi:10.1007/978-981-33-4091-6_5 · Cited by 18

Highly toughened and heat-resistant poly(l-lactide)/polyvinylidene fluoride materials through simply interfacial interaction control via epoxy chain extender

Chen, X., Gao, S., Li, Y., Song, J., Song, T., Ling, J., Shi, M. J., Liu, J., Wu, X., & Wang, P. (2023) · European Polymer Journal · doi:10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2023.111839 · Cited by 18

Tribological properties of hemp fiber reinforced polylactic acid bio-composites: effect of different types of modification methods

Elen, N. Ç., Yıldırım, M., & Kanbur, Y. (2023) · Functional Composites and Structures · doi:10.1088/2631-6331/acbf9d · Cited by 18

Production of PLA/NR blends compatibilized with EE-g-GMA and POE-g-GMA: an investigation of mechanical, thermal, thermomechanical properties and morphology

Filho, E. A. D. S., Luna, C. B. B., Ferreira, E. D. S. B., Siqueira, D. D., & Araújo, E. M. (2023) · Journal of Polymer Research · doi:10.1007/s10965-023-03504-0 · Cited by 18

Enhancing the tribological performance of PLA-based biocomposites reinforced with graphene oxide

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