Tag: biomaterials
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Fungi-Derived Hydrogels Could Shape the Future of Wound Healing
Overview: A Living Material with Healing Potential Scientists are exploring a bold idea: could living fungi be transformed into hydrogels that help repair human tissue? Researchers at the University of Utah are investigating a soil-dwelling mold, Marquandomyces marquandii, as a candidate for a bio-integrated hydrogel—an engineered material that combines the adaptability of living organisms with…
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Fungi Hydrogel for Wound Healing: Living Bandages
Introduction: A living approach to wound healing When we think of bandages, we imagine sterile fabrics and chemical creams. A new line of research, however, is turning to fungi to create living, multifunctional hydrogels that could serve as next-generation wound dressings. The key idea: use a mycelial network—the expansive, web-like structure fungi form underground—as a…
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McGill Hydrogel Breakthrough Heals Vocal Cords Naturally
Groundbreaking Hydrogel Offers New Hope for Voice Repair A collaborative team at McGill University has announced a significant advance in treating vocal cord injuries. Their breakthrough hydrogel, crafted from natural tissue proteins and enhanced with a state-of-the-art chemical process, shows promise in repairing damaged vocal cords with longer-lasting effects. If validated in further studies, it…
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UNSW Chemists Triumph at 2025 National Chemistry Awards
UNSW Clinches Two Top Honors at the 2025 RACI National Awards Two researchers from UNSW Science’s School of Chemistry have earned prestigious recognition at the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) National Awards 2025. The wins highlight UNSW’s strength in translating chemistry into real-world solutions—ranging from life-saving biomedical advances to affordable, clean energy technologies. The school…
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Glow Plants: How Scientists Made Living Succulents Glow and Recharge in Minutes
Introduction: A Bright, Battery-Free Light Source from Living Plants Imagine walking into a dark room where the glow comes from living plants themselves. Scientists have turned that vision into reality by creating glow plants—succulents that store light energy in tiny crystals and later release it as visible glow. The approach uses no batteries, no plugs,…
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Bone-Healing Gun: Faster, Affordable In-Situ Implants
Reimagining bone repair In a bid to reduce the cost and delay of traditional bone stabilization methods, researchers at Sungkyunkwan University in Korea are developing a novel approach they call the bone-healing gun. This handheld device aims to create patient-specific bone implants in the operating room by extruding biodegradable polymer scaffolds directly onto fractures. The…
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Tiny Treatment System Fights Neuroinflammation with AstroCapsules
Introduction to Neuroinflammation Neuroinflammation is increasingly recognized as a major contributor to various severe brain disorders, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. This inflammatory response in the brain can exacerbate neuronal damage, leading to cognitive decline and motor dysfunction. Addressing this critical issue, a groundbreaking research team from Houston Methodist and Rice University has developed an…
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Tiny Treatment System to Combat Neuroinflammation in the Brain
Introduction to Neuroinflammation Neuroinflammation plays a critical role in various brain disorders, contributing to the progression of conditions like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. As science continues to explore innovative therapeutic options, a groundbreaking study from a collaborative team at Houston Methodist and Rice University presents an effective solution to combat this escalating health issue. The…