hydrogels
Hydrogels That Grow Like Living Tissues
A team of researchers in Singapore and the US have created hydrogels that grow like biological tissues.
A Hydrogel That Says NO To Arthritis
Scientists have developed a hydrogel that could be used to absorb extra fluids in swelling joints and release drugs to treat arthritis.
Hydrogel Enables Light-Controlled Cell Release
A light-responsive hydrogel has allowed scientists to control the release of cells into a 3D environment by simply using light.
Butterfly Gene Modifies Silkworm Protein Production (VIDEO)
Inserting a gene from butterflies into silkworms turns the silk produced into a material that can be used to make functional hydrogels.
7 Must-Read Stories In March 2017
Science in Asia is on the move, from gene editing to particle physics and even robotic turtles.
Fast-Setting Hydrogel Helps Re-Attach Rabbit Retinas (VIDEO)
Scientists have developed a quick-setting hydrogel that could replace vitreous and other soft tissues.
Soft, But Stronger Than Steel
By combining soft hydrogels with a woven glass fiber fabric, researchers have made a highly flexible composite material that is tougher than steel.
Sea Anemone-Inspired Hydrogel Four Times Stronger Than Silkworm Silk
A hydrogel made of sea anenome protein could find biomedical applications as a durable material to support cell growth.
Fuse Links Keep Hydrogels Strong & Tough
Mechanical fuse links that break when the gel is subjected to force help to prevent the breakage of the overall gel structure.
