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Effect of Varying Chitosan Molecular Weights on the Morphology and Physical Characteristics of PVA/Chitosan Composite Hydrogels Sihombing, Yuan Alfinsyah; Luthfianti, Halida Rahmi; Waresindo, William Xaveriano; Rodhiyah, Marathur; Nafisah, Nur’aini; Hapidin, Dian Ahmad; Edikresnha, Dhewa; Khairurrijal, Khairurrijal
Makara Journal of Science Vol. 29, No. 3
Publisher : UI Scholars Hub

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We employed the innovative freeze–thaw method to investigate the effect of chitosan (CS) molecular weights incorporated into polyvinyl alcohol on the morphology and physical characteristics of the hydrogel. This study aimed to unravel the intricate relationships between CS molecular weight variations, CS concentration, and the number of freeze–thaw cycles (4 or 6 cycles) on hydrogel swelling degree and weight loss. Incorporating CS improved the hydrogel structure and enhanced its porosity, resulting in remarkable increases in swelling degree ranging from 2 to 6 times the initial weight. Higher molecular weight CS (310,000–375,000 Da) exhibited a lower swelling degree than medium molecular weight CS (190,000–310,000 Da), attributed to its ability to prevent crystal formation during the freeze–thaw process. Increased freeze–thaw cycles led to a decreased swelling degree, which indicated enhanced rigidity and stability due to more significant hydrogen bond formation with hydroxyl groups. Higher CS content amplified hydrogel weight loss, and additional cycles accentuated this effect, highlighting the challenge of maintaining an effective gel structure. CS with medium molecular weight emerged as the more suitable choice for applications demanding superior water absorption.
Cross-linking formation of taro starch (colocasia esculenta)-based hydrogel using freeze-thaw method: synthesis and physical characterization Luthfianti, Halida Rahmi; Nafisah, Nuraini; Waresindo, William Xaveriano; Sawitri, Asti; Hapidin, Dian Ahmad; Noor, Fatimah Arofiati; Elfahmi, Elfahmi; Edikresnha, Dhewa; Khairurrijal, Khairurrijal
Greensusmater Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Green and Sustainable Materials Society

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62755/greensusmater.2025.2.2.36-48

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This study successfully made starch from taro tuber flour using immersion methods (AQ, SM) and centrifugation methods (CE). Taro starch with the AQ method produced the most starch content, thus improving the viscosity parameter in the pasting properties test. A simple mathematical model was used to control the taro starch pasting process and product. The highest R-value in the AQ sample was 309.88 s, indicating the strongest starch granule resistance. Meanwhile, the S-value in this study showed that all samples were above 1, which indicated that water penetration affected the swelling rate of starch granules. Taro starch with different isolation methods was analyzed for hydrogel formation using optical microscopy, SEM, swelling degree test, weight loss, color analysis, and texture profile analysis (TPA). The morphological images show three phases of a taro starch hydrogel formation: granular, potential cross-linking, and cross-linking hydrogel with a firm structure. Optimization of freeze-thaw process parameters was carried out to determine the optimum parameters of starch hydrogel formation, which was obtained under freezing conditions for 17 hours at -23°C and thawing for 7 hours at 4°C. The sample CE resulted in the most stable hydrogel formation, showing the highest amylose content, protein content, and the lowest impurities or ash content. The CE starch concentration of 10% resulted in the highest swelling degree and the lowest weight loss, indicating that the ability of the hydrogel to maintain its structure was stronger and more elastic. The textural properties of CE hydrogel at a concentration of 10% showed the most stability. It had the highest hardness, fracturability, chewiness, and springiness. Physical characteristics showed that the starch hydrogels had a dense, porous surface and formed a cross-linking structure. It can potentially be used in functional food applications to control the release of bioactive compounds. 
Evaluating the Potential of Agarose Hydrogel Incorporating Eggshell Powder as a Sustainable Medium for Seedling Growth Nuryantini, Ade Yeti; Mahen, Ea Cahya Septia; Oktaviani, Indri; Nuryadin, Bebeh Wahid; Edikresnha, Dhewa; Khairurrijal, Khairurrijal
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Hydrogels represent a promising alternative for plant cultivation, offering excellent water and nutrient retention. This study reports the synthesis and characterization of an agarose-based hydrogel composite enhanced with eggshell powder (ESP). The hydrogel composites were prepared in four agarose-to-ESP ratios: 10:0 (Hyd-ES0), 10:1 (Hyd-ES1), 10:3 (Hyd-ES3), and 10:5 (Hyd-ES5). Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis revealed minimal peak shifts, indicating no significant chemical modifications. Characteristic ESP peaks were identified in the composite hydrogels, confirming the effective integration of ESP into the agarose matrix. The addition of ESP reduced the decomposition rate of the hydrogels and increased macromolecular stability. Density measurements indicated higher density with increasing ESP concentration, supported by enhanced crystal formation, as evidenced by more intense diffraction peaks in X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns. Morphological analysis revealed that the porosity of the hydrogel, swelling, and weight-loss tests showed a decline in both properties with higher ESP content. Seed germination experiments demonstrated that stem, root, and leaf growth, as well as fresh and dry weights, were most optimal with the Hyd-ES1 hydrogel composite. Thus, Hyd-ES1 hydrogel exhibits significant potential as a medium for seed germination and plant growth.
Co-Authors Ade Yeti Nuryantini Bebeh Wahid Nuryadin Elfahmi Elfahmi, Elfahmi Fatimah Arofiati Noor Hapidin, Dian Ahmad Khairurrijal khairurrijal Luthfianti, Halida Rahmi Nafisah, Nuraini Nafisah, Nur’aini Oktaviani, Indri Rodhiyah, Marathur Sawitri, Asti Septia Mahen, Ea Cahya Waresindo, William Xaveriano Yuan Alfinsyah Sihombing