The hydrogel with 20% Hibiscus rosa-sinensis extract was the best for potential therapeutic use.
Keratin hydrogels from human hair show promise for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
March 2023 in “International Journal of bioprinting” Zinc/silicon-infused hydrogel helps regenerate hair follicles.
227 citations
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December 2021 in “ACS Nano” Special hydrogels that respond to light can speed up wound healing and prevent infection.
120 citations
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September 2022 in “Materials Today Bio” Adhesive hydrogels with natural antibacterial agents are effective wound dressings that promote healing and prevent antibiotic resistance.
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June 2025 in “Nano Energy” The hydrogels heal infected diabetic wounds quickly and effectively.
6 citations
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July 2018 in “Steroids” Testosterone changes how certain channels work in male rat reproductive tracts, affecting fertility-related fluid balance.
October 2022 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” A special gel with stem cells can create new hair follicles.
148 citations
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August 2022 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Encapsulated stem cell exosomes in hydrogel improve wound healing.
143 citations
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January 2012 in “Cell and Tissue Research” 128 citations
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February 2023 in “Molecules” Chitosan-based hydrogels effectively control bleeding and have promising medical uses.
83 citations
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May 2021 in “Biomolecules” The 5/G hydrogel effectively improves diabetic wound healing.
78 citations
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February 2024 in “ACS Omega” The scaffold is a promising material for wound healing and tissue engineering.
71 citations
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September 2013 in “Materials Science and Engineering C” Keratin-based hydrogels from human hair and wool are promising for wound dressings and are more eco-friendly.
48 citations
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July 2019 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” A new hydrogel with stem cells from human umbilical cords improves skin wound healing and reduces inflammation.
39 citations
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August 2022 in “Cell Death and Disease” DA-MeHA hydrogel effectively aids stem cell-based skin regeneration.
28 citations
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October 2023 in “Trends in biotechnology”
24 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine” Hyaluronic acid-based HA2 hydrogel helps heal skin wounds better with less scarring.
22 citations
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September 2024 in “Chemical Engineering Journal” A new microneedle patch effectively and safely treats alopecia areata.
18 citations
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October 2016 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” The drug was successfully released into hair follicles using nanocarriers.
15 citations
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June 2023 in “Molecules” Agarose/fucoidan hydrogels may help treat diabetes by supporting pancreatic cell growth.
12 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” The silk fibroin hydrogel with FGF-2-liposome can potentially treat hair loss in mice.
11 citations
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October 2024 in “PLoS ONE” Phage-containing hydrogels effectively heal wounds infected with Enterococcus faecalis.
11 citations
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August 2024 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” A new hydrogel with stem cells can repair damaged uterine lining and improve fertility.
11 citations
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January 2024 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” A new 3D-printed hydrogel scaffold helps regenerate corneas and prevent scarring.
10 citations
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August 2024 in “Chemical Engineering Journal” The ATAN-Met hydrogel helps heal infected diabetic wounds by promoting tissue regeneration and fighting bacteria.
10 citations
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November 2023 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” RADA-PDGF2 hydrogel speeds up wound healing and is safe for use.
7 citations
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May 2024 in “Gels” The new collagen and tannic acid hydrogel effectively stops bleeding and aids tissue repair better than current options.
6 citations
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January 2025 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” Liposome-composite hydrogel microspheres are promising for safe, controlled drug delivery.
6 citations
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October 2024 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” A special hydrogel helps stem cells heal wounds better by boosting growth factors.