Abstract:
The present invention generally relates to microfluidic droplets and, in particular, to multiple emulsion microfluidic droplets. In one set of embodiments, multiple emulsion droplets are provided, where an inner shell of the droplet is relatively thin, compared to the outer shell (or other shells) of the droplet. For instance, in one set of embodiments, the inner droplet has an average thickness of less than about 1000 nm. In some cases, the inner shell may be rigidified, e.g., to form a gel or a polymeric layer. This may be useful, for example, for preventing coalescence of fluids within the microfluidic droplet. Other embodiments of the present invention are generally directed to methods of making such droplets, methods of using such droplets, microfluidic devices for making such droplets, and the like.
Abstract:
Provided is a method for preparing an assembly of integrated capsules, the method comprising the steps of: (i) providing a first body comprising a body reagent, wherein the body reagent is, or is contained within, a body medium; (ii) contacting the first body with a bulk medium comprising a bulk reagent, and permitting a first capsule shell to form at the boundary between the body medium and the bulk medium, thereby providing a first capsule, wherein the shell comprises a product of a reaction involving the body reagent and the bulk reagent; (iii) providing a second body comprising a body reagent, wherein the body reagent is, or is contained within, a body medium; (iv) contacting the second body with a bulk medium comprising a bulk reagent, and permitting a second capsule shell to form at the boundary between the second body medium and the bulk medium, thereby providing a second capsule, wherein the shell comprises a product of a reaction involving the body reagent and the bulk reagent; and (v) permitting the first and second capsule shells to integrate, thereby forming an assembly of first and second bodies. An assembly obtained or obtainable by the method is also provided.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a method for producing sulphated cellulose esters which can be used for micro-encapsulation. The invention also relates to corresponding micro-capsules consisting of sulphated cellulose esters and cationic polymers. Said micro-capsules can be used as medicaments, in particular for implantation or injection.
Abstract:
A method for producing microcapsules, according to the invention, comprising of polyelectrolyte complex formation by introducing an aqueous solution of carrageenan or carrageenan hydrogel microcapsules to an aqueous solution of a cationic polymer containing quaternary amine groups, characterized in that the polymer with cationic character, containing quaternary amino groups, is poly(2-hydroxypropyl dimethyl ammonium chloride) and/or poly[oxyethylene(dimethylimino) ethylene(dimethylimino) ethylene dichloride].
Abstract:
Gelatin capsules encapsulating an aroma material including at least one aroma compound may be applied to product packaging, such as food packaging, container (100) etc., with a secondary protective coating, e.g., at the interface of a container and its closure device. The gelatin capsules can be ruptured or broken when the container is opened, thereby releasing the aroma compound and causing a favorable aroma for the consumer. The secondary protective coating can reduce or prevent degradation of the gelatin capsules during product packaging, transport, and storage, thereby enhancing their performance.
Abstract:
Complex coacervates incorporating one or more hydrophobic substances are provided, that are stable in certain aqueous systems and food products. The coacervates may be used as an ingredient in food products. e.g., in beverages, dry foods, and semi-moist foods. Methods for producing the complex coacervates and food products are also disclosed herein.
Abstract:
Delivery system based on polymeric nanocapsules which contain microemulsions, and their use in the preparation of pharmaceutical, cosmetic and/or alimentary compositions.