Cryogelation of Human Hair Keratins

    January 2022
    Huei Min Chua
    Studysummary This study demonstrated that cryogelation of human hair keratin allows the development of 3D scaffolds with tunable properties, supporting cell adhesion and proliferation for potential biomedical applications.
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