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September 2023 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” This study found that a silver ion cross-linked thiolated protein hydrogel, O3G7, significantly enhanced acute wound healing in mice by increasing collagen content, neovascularization, and reducing inflammation markers compared to a control group.
March 2023 in “International Journal of bioprinting” This study found that a bioprinted hydrogel scaffold with zinc and silicon ions significantly activated hair follicle stem cells and enhanced blood vessel formation, promoting hair growth in mouse wound models.
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September 2023 in “Polymers” This study reported that a newly developed hydrogel composed of recombinant type I collagen and chitosan, incorporating a metal–polyphenol structure, demonstrated strong mechanical and healing properties, effectively promoting wound healing in a full-thickness skin defect model.
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December 2024 in “Nano Research” In a study on diabetic mice, researchers developed a protein-based hydrogel that leverages zinc ions and the natural compound phellopterin to promote cutaneous nerve regeneration, angiogenesis, and tissue remodeling in diabetic wounds, highlighting its potential for advanced wound therapy.
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January 2025 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” This study developed a zinc-infused egg white and GelMA hydrogel that enhanced cellular processes crucial for wound healing, including fibroblast proliferation and collagen expression, and demonstrated promising biocompatibility and bioactivity in vivo, suggesting potential effectiveness in repairing damaged tissues.