What are nanocomposite hydrogels?

An emerging approach is focused on the development of nanocomposite hydrogels. Various organic/inorganic-based nanomaterials have been incorporated into hydrogels. A combination of the two different materials results in a hybrid material with improved properties.

Which polymeric nanoparticles are used in hydrogel systems?

In summary, a number of polymeric nanoparticles such as polymeric micelles, liposomes, dendrimers, and hyper-branched polymers have been incorporated into various hydrogel systems. These nanoparticles have significantly improved functional properties and enhanced their biomedical applications.

Can DNA-based nanocomposite hybrid hydrogel be used as an injectable material?

The DNA-based nanocomposite hybrid hydrogel can be used as an injectable material for bone regeneration and carrier for the sustained release of medicines. The targeted area of application for the engineered hydrogel is very crucial in deciding its fabrication strategy as demonstrated by these studies.

Are gold nanoparticles a photoinitiator for polyacrylamide hybrid nanocomposite hydrogels?

In this work, we used gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) as photoinitiator to yield polyacrylamide hybrid nanocomposite hydrogels through sunlight radiation.

Are nanocomposite hydrogels based on metal/metal oxide nanoparticles stimuli-responsive?

Nanocomposite hydrogels based on metal/metal oxide nanoparticles are stimuli-responsive and have been investigated for remote-controlled drug delivery and antibacterial applications.

Which nanocomposite hydrogel incorporated with mussel inspired polydopamine (PDA)?

Tong et al. developed GO/hectorite clay/poly (N,N-dimethylacrylamide) nanocomposite hydrogels with improved mechanical and self-healing properties. Similarly, Jing et al. developed CS/GO nanocomposite hydrogel incorporated with mussel inspired polydopamine (PDA) with self-healing and self-adhesive properties.