 The aim of this study was to characterize the physicochemical and biocompatibility properties of biosynthetic bacterial cellulose, BC, as a potential wound dressing material. The moisture content, water vapor transmission rate, WVTR, thermal stability, cytoh, and hemocompatibility of BC were investigated. Results indicated that the physicochemical properties of biosynthetic BC allow an optimum WVTR to be maintained for improved localized wound moisture levels, good thermal stability, and excellent water imbibing capabilities. In vitro cytotoxicity and hemocompatibility confirmed the biocompatibility of BC, and hence suitability of this material for further exploration into its application as a wound dressing material. This article was authored by Abhishek Gupta, WAN Lee Lo, Stephen Britland, and others.