The extracellular matrix, a complex 3D structure made of proteins and sugars, is essential for healing wounds and homeostasis ...

Within tissues, cells are embedded in complex, three-dimensional structures known as the extracellular matrix. Their biomechanical interactions play a crucial role in numerous biological processes.

A light- and temperature-responsive hydrogel combines MXene and PNIPAM to achieve reversible, high-performance EMI shielding across a wide GHz range. (Nanowerk Spotlight) The rapid growth of wireless ...

A Chinese research team has developed a single-step femtosecond laser 4D printing technology that enables rapid and precise micro-scale deformation of smart hydrogels. This innovation, inspired by the ...

The novel hydrogel adapts to wound environments, offering precise antibacterial and regenerative support, addressing the ...

Scientists at Brown University have developed a new material that can release drugs only when pathogenic bacteria are around. When used as a bandage, the hydrogel could deliver medication on-demand ...

This technology utilizes sound waves and smart, plant-based materials to 3D print hydrogels with incredible speed and precision, without touching or heating the entire material. By using special ...

The study introduces a three-circle convergence framework, AI, smart functionality and sustainability, demonstrating that the ...