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    Efficacy of Sr2+ and Cu2+ Ion Incorporation on the Mechanical, Biological, and Antibacterial Properties of Natural Waste-Derived Borosilicate Bioactive Glasses for Orthopedic Implants

    May 2026 in “ Scientific Reports ”
    Locherla Daloji, Raghavendra Gujjala, Shakuntala Ojha … Aswani Kumar Bandaru
    Studysummary This study found that a bioactive borosilicate glass containing Sr and Cu ions exhibited promising mechanical strength, biocompatibility, and antibacterial activity, particularly the CuSr-1 wt.% composition, suggesting potential for use in orthopedic implants and bone tissue engineering.
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