Design of Supramolecular Hydrogels (2nd Edition)
A special issue of Gels (ISSN 2310-2861). This special issue belongs to the section "Gel Analysis and Characterization".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 757
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Interests: supramolecular gel; peptide hydrogel; metallogel; X-ray crystallography; antibacterial activity
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Interests: supramolecular chemistry
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Interests: bio-organic supramolecular chemistry; NMR spectroscopy
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Supramolecular hydrogels, a fascinating class of soft materials, have gained significant attention in recent years due to their wide-ranging applications in fields such as drug delivery, tissue engineering, and environmental remediation. This Special Issue entitled "Design of Supramolecular Hydrogels (2nd Edition)" aims to provide a comprehensive platform for researchers to showcase their innovative work and insights into the development and applications of supramolecular hydrogels.
The aim of this Special Issue is to explore various aspects of supramolecular hydrogel design, including the rational design of molecular building blocks, predicting gel-state properties, the incorporation of functional elements, and the optimization of gelation processes. We encourage the submission of contributions presenting the characterization of these hydrogels, their mechanical properties, the elucidation of their unique self-assembly mechanisms, and the exploration of potential applications in diverse fields.
Authors are invited to submit research articles, reviews, and perspectives that address challenges and advancements in supramolecular hydrogel design, from fundamental principles to practical applications. The submission of both theoretical and experimental studies is welcome. By fostering a deeper understanding of these materials, this Special Issue aims to accelerate progress in the field and inspire innovative approaches for designing supramolecular hydrogels with enhanced properties and broader utility. Researchers from diverse disciplines are encouraged to participate in this interdisciplinary exploration and strengthen collaboration and knowledge exchange in this exciting area of research.
Dr. Dipankar Ghosh
Dr. Gareth O. Lloyd
Dr. Elina I. Sievanen
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- designing new supramolecular hydrogelators
- prediction of gel properties
- mechanism of self-assembly
- hydrogel characterization
- structure–property relationship
- applications in diverse fields
- smart hydrogels
- 3D/4D printing
- tissue engineering
- regenerative medicine
- controlled release systems
- biodegradable hydrogels
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