Bioarchitectural Design of Bioactive Biopolymers: Structure–Function Paradigm for Diabetic Wound Healing

May 2024 in “ Biomimetics ”

Shivam Sharma, Anil Kishen

Studysummary This narrative review examines the structure-function relationship in bioactive biopolymers used to promote healing in chronic wounds, emphasizing diabetic ulcers, and underscores the importance of characterizing these biopolymers to enhance their bioactivity for better tissue regeneration outcomes.

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