Biomaterials With Droplet Microfluidics
February 2026
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Apollo (University of Cambridge)
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Studysummary This review highlights the use of droplet microfluidics in microgel fabrication, emphasizing its ability to control microgel properties and discussing applications in areas like drug delivery and tissue engineering, as well as addressing current challenges and future research directions.
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The review discusses the use of droplet microfluidics in the fabrication of microgels, which are hydrogel particles with micrometer dimensions, highlighting their potential in bioengineering applications such as tissue engineering and drug delivery. Droplet microfluidics allows precise control over the properties of microgels, including size, porosity, and modularity, enabling unique applications in analytical chemistry, cell culture, and drug delivery. The review also explores the assembly of microgels into jammed scaffolds for tissue engineering and biofabrication. Current limitations in microgel fabrication and characterization are addressed, and future research directions are suggested to enhance the field.
