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6 ways hydrogels are enabling medtech innovation

April 21, 2017 By Danielle Kirsh

Hydrogels are water-based biomaterials developed specifically for human use, according to a Biomaterials journal article. They are a water-swollen polymeric material that doesn’t change its distinct 3D structure. They are formed from super-absorbent, chain-like polymers and are not soluble in water. However, their porous surface allows for nutrients and cell waste to pass through. They have shown the […]

Filed Under: Featured, Hydrogels, Implants, Regenerative Medicine, Research & Development Tagged With: biomaterial, hydrogels, medtech, mit, Northwestern University, retinal detachment, robotics, University of Chicago, University of Tokyo

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