Hydrogels for Tissue Repair: Innovations and Applications
A special issue of Gels (ISSN 2310-2861). This special issue belongs to the section "Gel Applications".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 311
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Hydrogels have emerged as a revolutionary material in modern biomedical research, especially in the realm of tissue repair. The native cell microenvironment is a sophisticated ecosystem that provides essential signals for cell growth, differentiation, and tissue homeostasis. Our efforts in developing hydrogels aim to precisely mimic these conditions. For instance, in bone repair, we design hydrogels with suitable stiffness and bioactive components to encourage osteoblast adhesion and bone formation. In cartilage repair, the hydrogels are engineered to match the viscoelasticity of natural cartilage, facilitating chondrocyte function. For myocardial repair, these hydrogels can serve as delivery vehicles for growth factors and support the regeneration of damaged cardiac tissue.
This Special Issue aims to gather the latest research on hydrogels for tissue repair. We welcome contributions from all over the world, covering aspects such as hydrogel synthesis, characterization, and their applications in different tissue repair scenarios. By sharing our knowledge and findings, we can accelerate the development of hydrogel-based therapies and improve the quality of life for patients suffering from tissue-related diseases.
Dr. Qi Chen
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- hydrogels
- tissue repair
- natural cell microenvironment
- bone repair
- cartilage repair
- myocardial repair
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