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August 2023 in “ACS Applied Bio Materials” The hydrogels are strong, self-healing, and good for 3D printing and delivering treatments.
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August 2023 in “Advanced Drug Delivery Reviews” Microneedles are promising for long-acting drug delivery and can improve patient compliance, but more data is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” The document concludes that more research is needed on making and understanding biomaterial scaffolds for wound healing.
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January 2015 in “ADMET and DMPK” Hyaluronan is a good drug delivery material because it sticks to mucosal areas and its drug release can be improved by changing its properties.
November 2025 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” Human hair waste can be valuable in engineering and materials due to its unique properties.
January 2026 in “Bioengineering” Recombinant collagen is promising for biomaterials, pharmaceuticals, and skincare due to its benefits and potential improvements.
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September 2021 in “Advanced functional materials” The DNA hydrogel helps heal diabetic wounds by absorbing fluids, warming, sticking to tissue, killing bacteria, and aiding tissue and hair regrowth.
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December 2024 in “Science, Engineering and Health Studies” Nanocomposite patches improve drug delivery through the skin, offering controlled release and fewer side effects.
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April 2015 in “Materials Science and Engineering C” Keratin-based hydrogels from human hair improve wound healing effectively.
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January 2023 in “Biomaterials Research” 3D bioprinting in plastic surgery could lead to personalized grafts and fewer complications.
August 2025 in “Marine Drugs” The new composite material is safe and has anticoagulant properties.
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February 2020 in “Journal of Biomaterials Science Polymer Edition” The new GelMet hydrogel can effectively support skin cell growth for tissue engineering.
Plant-based compounds can improve wound dressings and skin medication delivery.
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March 2023 in “Biomimetics” New materials that better mimic natural skin structure could improve healing, especially for chronic wounds.
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June 1990 in “PubMed” Hair protein differences help identify species and individuals in forensic science.
August 2025 in “Materials Today Bio” The modified nanofibrous dressings effectively heal infected wounds by reducing bacteria and inflammation.
March 2026 in “Preprints.org” Chirality affects the structure, strength, and function of peptide-based hydrogels.
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September 2024 in “National Science Review” Janus hydrogels improve medical adhesives by mimicking natural barriers for better tissue integration.
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May 2021 in “Applied sciences” Proteins like BSA and keratin can effectively style hair and protect it, offering eco-friendly alternatives to chemical products.
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August 2015 in “PloS one” Keratin from hair binds well to gold and BMP-2, useful for bone repair.
November 2022 in “Cureus” New biomaterial treatments for baldness show promise, with options depending on patient needs.
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May 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” Gelatin shows promise for future medical uses due to its safety and versatility, despite some challenges.
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September 2024 in “MedComm” Bioprinting shows promise in medicine but needs collaboration to overcome challenges.
November 2023 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” The new adhesive seals wounds quickly, works well in wet conditions, and helps with healing.
New bio-ink can print complex tissues and organs.
September 2025 in “Acta Biomaterialia” A new tissue adhesive helps wounds heal better by allowing more cells to enter.
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January 2004 in “Sen i Gakkaishi” Human hair and nail proteins are unlikely to cause allergic reactions.