Bacterial Cellulose Based Membranes for Artificial Kidney Applications
8th International Symposium on Membrane Technologies and Applications (MEMTEK 2025), İzmir, Turkey, 12 - 14 November 2025, pp.254-255, (Full Text)
- Publication Type: Conference Paper / Full Text
- City: İzmir
- Country: Turkey
- Page Numbers: pp.254-255
- Yıldız Technical University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
In this study, bacterial cellulose (BC) and ZIF-8-incorporated BC (BC/ZIF-8) membranes were fabricated and systematically evaluated for water permeability, urea, creatinine, and protein adsorption, hemocompatibility, and antibacterial performance. The incorporation of ZIF-8 enhanced water permeability (0.13 to 0.24 ml.cm-2min-1.bar-1) and significantly improved creatinine adsorption due to the increased porosity and molecular sieving effect. BSA adsorption remained low, indicating reduced protein fouling and good blood compatibility. Hemocompatibility tests with platelet-rich plasma confirmed that the membranes exhibited excellent blood compatibility without inducing hemolysis. Antibacterial assays demonstrated inhibition only against Staphylococcus aureus, suggesting that ZIF-8 imparts selective antibacterial activity toward Gram-positive bacteria