Chitosan–Collagen/h-BN nanocomposites: A sustainable approach to thermoelectric material design

Key Points

• Increased thermoelectric performance was noted in the developed nanocomposites, enhancing potential applications.
• A significant enhancement in thermoelectric properties was achieved with a chitosan-collagen matrix and h-BN addition.
• This investigation utilized a combination of synthesis and characterization methods for comprehensive analysis of nanocomposites.
• Results underscore the importance of sustainable material design using biopolymers for advanced technologies.