In this study, a hydrogel loaded with SHP099 was shown to improve wound healing by targeting different cell types during various stages of the healing process.
19 citations
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January 2023 in “ACS Omega” This study developed sodium alginate and epigallocatechin gallate cryogels cross-linked with ferric ions, showing that they have strong antibacterial properties and rapid hemostatic abilities, making them promising candidates for wound dressing applications.
62 citations
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November 2016 in “Nanoscale” In this study, researchers developed thermoresponsive nanogels that effectively penetrate hair follicles and release a model drug when triggered by temperature, demonstrating greater penetration for medium to large nanogels (300–500 nm) compared to smaller ones.
January 2026 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” January 2026 in “SSRN Electronic Journal”
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November 2020 in “Chemical Engineering Journal” In this study, an injectable hydrogel incorporating antibacterial agents was shown to effectively heal wounds and promote hair follicle and capillary regeneration, offering a promising approach for skin tissue engineering.
January 2026 in “SSRN Electronic Journal”
November 2023 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study demonstrates that an injectable gelatin-based hydrogel incorporating zirconium and quercetin promotes diabetic wound healing in vivo by enhancing angiogenesis, collagen deposition, and hair follicle regeneration while providing antibacterial and oxidative stress protection without detectable cytotoxicity.
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October 2025 in “Gels” This study demonstrates that pH-responsive nanogels designed with comb-like anionic polymers significantly improved oral delivery of the chemotherapy drug camptothecin, enhancing drug stability in acidic conditions and release in the intestines, with increased cellular uptake and cytotoxic effects against colorectal carcinoma cells.
May 2026 in “İzmir Katip Çelebi Üniversitesi Sağlık Bilimleri Fakültesi Dergisi” In this study, researchers successfully developed a 3D printed alginate-gelatin composite hydrogel scaffold characterized by high porosity and potential applications in drug delivery and screening, particularly for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.
21 citations
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March 2025 in “Journal of Extracellular Vesicles” This review discusses how using hydrogels as a three-dimensional culture platform for mesenchymal stem cells might affect the production of extracellular vesicles, highlighting challenges in standardization and opportunities to boost EV yield via combined hydrogels and bioreactor methods.
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January 2022 in “Biomaterials Science” This study found that bioinspired conductive dressings with aligned wrinkles can monitor joint motion and significantly accelerate wound healing in mice by promoting collagen deposition, hair follicle regeneration, and epithelialization.
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July 2023 in “World Journal of Stem Cells” In a study using a rat model, researchers developed injectable hydrogels from antler reserve mesenchyme which enhanced regenerative healing of full-thickness cutaneous wounds by creating a fetal-like niche that increased stem cell presence and modulated gene expression related to wound healing.
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May 2024 in “Gels” This study evaluated a new collagen and tannic acid hydrogel in rat liver and heart bleeding models, finding it reduced blood loss and hemostatic time compared to commercial products, with benefits such as enhanced biodegradability and potential for clinical use.
26 citations
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December 2021 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” This study found that an injectable ceria-based nanocomposite hydrogel improved wound healing and epithelium regeneration, including hair follicle and adipocyte tissue formation, in full-thickness skin wound models.
January 2018 in “Refubium (Universitätsbibliothek der Freien Universität Berlin)” This thesis developed stimuli-responsive nanocarriers, demonstrating their potential for targeted genetic material delivery with reduced toxicity and diagnostic applications, and explored pH-sensitive nanogels for effective skin drug delivery and monitoring.
July 2026 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This review highlights that Microneedle Hydrogels may offer promising advantages for diabetic foot ulcer treatment due to their minimally invasive application and effective drug delivery capabilities.
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April 2023 in “Acta biomaterialia” This study reported that a newly developed bioadhesive and injectable hydrogel dressing, incorporating hyaluronate-gelatin and the antibiotic doxycycline, accelerated burn wound healing and skin regeneration in rats, highlighting its potential for clinical applications in burn injury therapy.
February 2023 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study reports that PRP-loaded bioactive fibrous hydrogels significantly enhance wound healing in diabetic foot ulcers by reducing inflammation and promoting tissue growth, with reduced administration frequency compared to standard PRP gel.
March 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This research observed that 3D electrospun micro/nanofibrous sponges, without using chemical crosslinking agents, supported enhanced cell growth, vascularization, and skin regeneration in diabetic rats compared to 2D fiber membranes, making them promising for 3D tissue regeneration.
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February 2022 in “Nanomaterials” This review discusses the potential of electrospun gelatin-based nanofiber dressings for wound healing and skin regeneration, detailing their properties, enhanced functionalities through crosslinking and bioactive components, and their application in treating challenging wound types like burns and diabetic wounds.
August 2026 in “npj Flexible Electronics” This review outlines the potential of soft bioelectronics in wound care, emphasizing their ability to monitor and manage wounds through integrated smart systems and identifying challenges for future advancements in the field.
March 2023 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences review and research” In this study, an Emulgel containing Tridax procumbens extract was formulated and found to have promising physical properties and antimicrobial activity for wound healing.
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April 2025 in “Materials Today Communications” In this study, researchers developed a composite electrospun dressing with fiber gradient changes that mimics skin's natural structure, demonstrating enhanced wound healing, collagen deposition, and reduced fibrosis and scarring in both in vitro and in vivo experiments.
26 citations
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June 2023 in “International Journal of Bioprinting” In this study, an innovative composite hydrogel incorporating methylene blue-loaded nanoparticles was developed for 3D-printed wound dressings, showing improved mechanical properties, excellent antibacterial effects, and enhanced skin healing in mice.
15 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” In this study, researchers developed an injectable silk fibroin-based hydrogel that enhances wound healing by protecting against oxidative stress and promoting tissue repair, outperforming commercial wound dressing Tegaderm™ in animal models.
3 citations
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December 2025 in “Biomaterials Research” In this study, researchers developed a new hydrogel incorporating fibroblast growth factor 21 that improved wound healing in diabetic mice by reducing inflammation and enhancing skin repair, suggesting strong potential for future clinical application in diabetic wound management.
6 citations
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December 2024 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study introduced a novel exosome-loaded sprayable hydrogel (ADA-aPF127@LL18/Exo) that significantly enhanced wound healing in a deep partial thickness burn model, showing improved antibacterial efficacy and promoting tissue recovery processes like epithelialization and hair follicle regeneration.
17 citations
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August 2024 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” The hydrogel dressings speed up healing and reduce scarring.
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June 2023 in “Preprints.org” This review discusses transdermal drug delivery using hydrogel-forming microneedles and highlights their potential and challenges for clinical application, but it reports no new clinical findings.