Gels, Volume 12, Issue 3

Canna (Canna edulis Ker.) starch is an important non-conventional starch in global applications. In this study, the structural and physicochemical properties of canna starches extracted from four different geographical regions in China were investiga...

Hydrogels constructed from natural biomacromolecules with multifunctional properties, such as improved mechanical strength, ionic stability, biocompatibility, and ionic conductivity, are highly desirable for advanced food and biomedical applications,...

Drying significantly influences the quality of micellar casein (MC) powder. This study investigated the effects of three pre-freezing temperatures (−20 °C, −80 °C, and liquid nitrogen) prior to freeze drying on the structure and r...

At present, the development of antimicrobial systems requires ongoing and consistent improvement in their efficacy and versatility. Polymeric nanogels can serve as an efficient tool for this purpose, as they have become an excellent alternative for t...

Hydrogels are widely investigated as drug carriers for cancer therapy due to their ability to provide sustained release and reduce systemic side effects. In this study, MeBSA–PNIPAm hydrogels were developed as dual-temperature and pH-responsive...

Hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring glycosaminoglycan and major component of the extracellular matrix, has attracted increasing interest as a therapeutic adjunct in oral wound management due to its biological activity and biocompatibility. Th...

The development of inks with suitable rheological, physicochemical, mechanical, and biological properties is crucial for the successful fabrication of functional scaffolds via extrusion-based 3D printing. In this study, collagen/chitosan hydrogels wi...

This study investigates how the composition and synthesis sequence affect the structure and responsive behavior of single-network (SN) and double-network (DN) hydrogels composed of poly(N,N’-diethylacrylamide) (PDEAAm) and polyacrylamide (PAAm)...

Hydrogels have emerged as promising functional materials for improving water management and nutrient delivery in agriculture, particularly under conditions of increasing water scarcity and declining soil fertility. However, most commercially availabl...

The regeneration and repair of scarless skin tissue remain a significant challenge for full-thickness wounds. Traditional wound management approaches, particularly passive healing through scabbing and conventional mechanical debridement, are frequent...

Intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) remains a devastating condition with no available therapies that can effectively mitigate secondary injury and promote neurological repair. This research presents a novel combinatorial regenerative strategy, concurrentl...

The plugging of fractured gas reservoirs with severe lost circulation during oil and gas drilling and production has long been challenged by technical issues such as low plugging strength and short effective duration. This paper reports the preparati...

The antimicrobial effect of Chios mastic gum essential oil (mastic EO) was evaluated in vitro in a variety of spoilage and pathogenic bacteria and yeast strains isolated from spoiled cheeses with concentrations ranging from 0.006 to 2% (Minimum Inhib...

Bigels (BGs) are promising biphasic systems for extrusion-based 3D food printing inks. In this study, BG inks were formulated by combining a 6% beeswax—4% monoglycerides oleogel (OG) with a 4% gelatin—1% guar gum hydrogel (HG). The BGs we...

This study investigates the synthesis, characterization, antimicrobial performance, and redox activity of sol–gel–derived TiO₂/TeO₂/CuO powders. The as-prepared gel with the nominal composition 80TiO₂/10TeO₂/10CuO was subjected to thermal...

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of irreversible vision loss worldwide and is driven by complex pathophysiological processes, including oxidative stress, chronic inflammation, complement dysregulation, and vascular endothelia...

Chronic diabetic wounds are challenging to treat due to persistent inflammation, oxidative stress, impaired angiogenesis, and dysregulated matrix remodelling. Hydrogen sulphide (H₂S) has emerged as a therapeutic mediator with antioxidant, anti-inflam...

Alginate, a naturally occurring polysaccharide derived from brown algae, has emerged as a versatile cornerstone in the field of biomedical materials. Its widespread adoption is driven by its exceptional biocompatibility and the unique cation-dependen...

Cancer remains a leading cause of death worldwide, and current treatments are often limited by toxicity and resistance. Emerging research highlights the crucial roles played by gut microbiome dysbiosis and oxidative stress in cancer development and t...

Developing potential skincare formulations capable of simultaneously managing infection and promoting tissue repair remains a critical challenge in dermatological care. This study engineered bioactive oleogels using sunflower wax (SFW), rice bran wax...

Enrofloxacin (ENR), as a widely used antimicrobial agent in aquaculture, poses potential risks to ecosystems and human health due to its environmental persistence. Therefore, it is of great significance to explore efficient methods for removing ENR f...

Platelet-rich gel (PRG) is a fibrin-based biobased biomaterial generated by activating platelet-rich plasma (PRP), yet its biological characterization has commonly relied on univariate measurements of isolated mediators. This study aimed to define th...

Escalating requirements for smart energy management are driving advances in functional electrochromic devices (ECDs), which are pivotal for the regulation of light, heat, and reduction in energy consumption in buildings, transportation, and smart dev...

Exploring effective training methods to reliably trigger scoring in electronic protective gear is a significant challenge faced by coaches and athletes, and it constitutes a critical research direction that urgently demands scientific exploration. To...

To enhance the gelling functionality of plant proteins, this study developed hybrid gels by blending casein with soy protein isolate (SPI) at various ratios using microbial transglutaminase (MTG) as a cross-linking catalyst. The gels were systematica...

The adaptive nature of bacteria and their increasing resistance to conventional therapies demand alternative strategies to effectively control wound infections. At the wound site, dynamic biological processes are easily disrupted by microbial coloniz...

The gelatinization and pasting behavior of starch play a critical role in governing its suitability for various food and non-food applications. Although Chlamydomonas reinhardtii is the most-studied microalga, its starch gelatinization and pasting pr...

Phlomis L., with more than 100 species belonging to the Lamiaceae family, is a genus encompassing a diverse group of plants known for their rich phytochemical profiles and important medicinal properties. Phlomis kurdica Rech. fil. is a member of this...

Waste sweet potato vine fiber (WSVF) effectively extends asphalt service life by enhancing cracking resistance in gel-like base asphalt matrices, yet its crack-resistant mechanism lacks mechanical characterization. This study proposes an analytical m...

As global oil and gas exploration extends to deep and ultra-deep wells, high bottom-hole temperature is prone to deteriorating the gelation and rheological properties of water-based drilling fluids, which manifests as undesirable thickening or thinni...

The configurational stability and mobilizable oil release behavior of a multiscale gel–particle cooperative nested system within tight sandstone pore structures were systematically investigated. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), atomic force...

The fracturing development of low-permeability and ultra-low-permeability oil and gas reservoirs urgently requires a fracturing fluid that combines high performance and low damage. To overcome this challenge, this study synthesized a novel polyamine...

Sustainable agricultural techniques can ensure food security around the world. Hydrogel based soilless culture is an ecological and efficient alternative compared to conventional agriculture. Here, a multi-component hydrogel (pectin, Kelcogel, and ch...

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a ropivacaine-loaded poloxamer 407 (P407)-based thermosensitive hydrogel applied at the subfascial site compared with a continuous local anesthetic delivery system using a cathete...

Hydrogels are endowed with exceptional hydrophilicity and biocompatibility by their network structure, while also exhibiting soft physical properties similar to living tissues, which renders them ideal biomaterials. Responsive hydrogels—particu...

Human skin and hair act as multifunctional barriers but are highly sensitive to environmental pollutants originating from air, water, and cosmetic products. Epidemiological studies report that exposure to particulate matter (PM_2.5–PM₁₀), nitrog...

Biocompatible nanocomposite hydrogels are emerging as versatile platforms in nanomedicine, particularly when natural proteins are used as both structural and chemical components. In this work, we report a green, simple, and rapid in situ synthesis of...

In this study, phenolic hydroxyl-functionalized poly(α,β-[N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-D, L-aspartamide]) (PHEA-HP) was used to prepare hydrogel beads via an emulsion-enzymatic gelation process. The effects of the preparation conditions on the size...

Palm kernel cake glutelin-1 (PKCG-1) can be used as a novel emulsifier, contingent upon enhancement of its emulsifying functionality. This study investigated the influences and underlying mechanisms of ultrasonication-assisted gallic acid-binding or...

Marine algae, microalgae, and Cyanophyceae emerge as sustainable and versatile sources of biomacromolecules for the fabrication of hydrogels with broad biomedical potential. Their phycocolloids, such as alginate, agar, carrageenan, ulvan, and extrace...

Composite superabsorbents (C-SAPs) that combine synthetic and polysaccharide components hold great promise for sustainable agriculture. They improve water management and enable the controlled release of agrochemicals. However, increasing the polysacc...

This study explores a solar-driven hybrid desalination approach developed for Saudi Arabian climatic conditions, combining adsorption desalination (AD) based on a silica gel/CaCl₂ composite with an ejector (EJ) and a HDH system. The proposed integrat...

Ensuring efficient nutrient delivery and waste removal within the interior of three-dimensional (3D) cultures remains a major challenge in tissue engineering. Here, we demonstrate a proof-of-concept methodology that creates internally distributed dri...

Hollow hydrogels are promising for flexible electronics and bioengineering, yet their fabrication is limited by sacrificial templates, specialized equipment, and complex engineering processes. Herein, a facile wet-spinning strategy is developed to fa...

Gel polymer electrolytes are key components in next-generation energy storage systems, particularly supercapacitors, due to their high ionic conductivity, mechanical robustness, and operational safety. Ionomer-based gels derived from perfluorosulfoni...

The natural fermentation of sausages often results in inconsistent gel texture and flavor stability. This study introduces a compound fermenter group (Weissella hellenica, Lactobacillus sakei, and Pediococcus pentosaceus) to improve the quality of fe...

Flexible supercapacitors have attracted significant attention as promising power sources for portable and wearable electronic devices. However, achieving simultaneous high power density, energy density and long-term cyclic stability in a simple devic...

This study investigates the activation potential of various activators for ferronickel slag (FNS) and the associated phase evolution. First, the existing forms of MgO in FNS were identified by analyzing its phase composition across different particle...

This study aimed to develop a solvent removal-based in situ forming gel (ISG) loaded with salicylic acid (SAL) using myristic acid (MYR) as a matrix-forming agent. SAL-loaded MYR-based ISGs were prepared using N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP) or dimethyl...

This study aimed to manufacture and characterize highly porous dressings based on gellan gum (GG) and sodium alginate (Alg) hydrogels modified with zinc oxide (ZnO) and bacitracin (BAC) intended for infected and exuding wounds. ZnO nanoparticles (ZnO...