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    Glossary Chitosan

    natural biopolymer from crustacean shells used in various applications

    Chitosan is a natural biopolymer derived from chitin, which is found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans like shrimp and crabs. It has applications in medicine, agriculture, and cosmetics due to its biocompatibility, biodegradability, and ability to promote wound healing and hair growth.

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    1. Chitin and Chitosans: Characteristics, Eco-Friendly Processes, and Applications in Cosmetic Science Marine Drugs · 2019 · 298 citations
    2. Advances in Chitosan-Based Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery International Journal of Molecular Sciences · 2021 · 96 citations
    3. Chitin and Chitosans: Characteristics, Eco-Friendly Processes and Applications in Cosmetic Science Preprints.org · 2019 · 70 citations
    4. Collagen/Chitosan Gels Cross-Linked with Genipin for Wound Healing in Mice with Induced Diabetes Materials · 2021 · 31 citations
    5. Chitosan Hydrogel as Tissue Engineering Scaffolds for Vascular Regeneration Applications Gels · 2023 · 8 citations
    6. Chitosan stimulates root hair callose deposition, endomembrane dynamics, and inhibits root hair growth Plant Cell & Environment · 2024 · 6 citations
    7. Melatonin/Chitosan Biomaterials for Wound Healing and Beyond: A Multifunctional Therapeutic Approach International Journal of Molecular Sciences · 2025 · 2 citations
    8. Polystyrene-b-poly (acrylic acid) nanovesicles coated by modified chitosans for encapsulation of minoxidil Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2022 · 1 citations
    9. Normal-pressure-prepared chitosan carbonate liquid dressing: Spontaneous transformation into a pure chitosan water-resistant film and enhanced wound repair Carbohydrate Polymers · 2025 · 1 citations
    10. Chitosan in Aesthetic Practice: A Clinical Narrative Review of Skin, Scar, and Scalp Applications JPRAS Open · 2026
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