April 2026 in “Biomolecules” Curcumin-based polyurethanes with more PEG improve curcumin release and maintain strong antioxidant and antibacterial properties.
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May 2020 in “Progress in Organic Coatings” Castor oil-based polyurethanes are promising for making safe, strong-performing, eco-friendly hair-styling products.
November 2023 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” The new adhesive seals wounds quickly, works well in wet conditions, and helps with healing.
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November 2020 in “Molecules” Conductive hydrogels show promise for medical uses like healing wounds and tissue regeneration but need improvements in safety and stability.
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February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” Biomaterials combined with stem cells show promise for improving tissue repair and medical treatments.
January 2026 in “Nano-Micro Letters” 4D scaffolds made with melt electrowriting can change shape for use in medicine.
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May 2021 in “Marine Drugs” PDRN, derived from salmon sperm, shows promise in healing wounds, reducing inflammation, and regenerating tissues, but more research is needed to understand its mechanisms and improve its use.
March 2026 in “Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine” Dopamine-modified adhesives are improving for sticking tissues underwater.
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June 2024 in “Scientific Reports” The hydrogel shows promise for wound healing due to its strong mechanical, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.
Human hair keratins can be turned into useful 3D biomedical scaffolds through a freeze-thaw process.
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January 2015 in “Chemical Society Reviews” Improving artificial vascular grafts requires better materials and surface designs to reduce blood clotting and support blood vessel cell growth.
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November 2023 in “Polymers” Polyurethane dressings show promise for wound healing but need improvements to adapt better to the healing process.
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December 2023 in “Gels” 3D-printed hydrogels show promise in medicine but face challenges in resolution, cell viability, cost, and regulations.
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October 2023 in “Polymers” Electrospun nanofibers are promising for medical, sensing, and energy uses, especially with 3D printing.
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February 2026 in “ACS Omega” Self-powered nanogenerators could revolutionize healthcare by enabling devices that operate without external power.
April 2024 in “Journal of composites science” Hydrogel composites have great potential in regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and drug delivery.
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February 2023 in “Polymers” Peptide hydrogels are promising for drug delivery and tissue repair in medicine.
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November 2024 in “Biotechnology for Sustainable Materials” Keratin-based biomaterials are promising for wound healing, drug delivery, and nerve regeneration due to their biodegradability and biocompatibility.
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September 2025 in “Gels” Sodium alginate-based hydrogels are promising for medical use due to their versatility and biocompatibility.
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June 2023 in “Gels” Injectable hydrogels are becoming increasingly useful in medicine for drug delivery and tissue repair.
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May 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” Sericin from silk cocoons could be a promising drug delivery tool, but stability and consistency need improvement.
10 citations
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August 2023 in “Advanced Science” Nitric Oxide has potential in medicine, especially for infections and heart treatments, but its short life and delivery challenges limit its use.
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December 2022 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” The dressing generates hydrogen sulfide to help heal wounds faster by reducing inflammation and promoting cell growth.
January 2026 in “Eng—Advances in Engineering” Berry extracts improve fabric strength and flexibility, making it suitable for medical and cosmetic uses.
October 2023 in “Biomedical science and engineering” Innovative methods are reducing animal testing and improving biomedical research.
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August 2023 in “Materials” New synthetic polymers help improve skin wound healing and can be enhanced by adding natural materials and medicines.
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August 2022 in “Nanomaterials” The new wound dressing helps heal abdominal wall defects faster by improving the wound environment.
Polydopamine is promising for personalized medicine and biomedical technology due to its strong adhesion and biocompatibility.
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October 2024 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” Silver nanoparticles are useful in medicine and technology for their antibacterial properties and potential in drug delivery and dentistry.
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May 2025 in “Polymers” DLP bioprinting shows promise for medical uses, but needs more material options and strength improvements.