Recent Advances in Preparation and Biomedical Applications of Keratin-Based Biomaterials

    November 2024 in “ Biotechnology for Sustainable Materials ”
    Anand Shubha, Gupta Sharmita, Rani Manaswi
    Studysummary This paper critically reviews recent advances in the use of keratin-based biomaterials, highlighting their potential applications in wound healing, drug delivery, and tissue regeneration due to their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and ability to support cell growth.
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