The resulting photonic hydrogels exhibited impressive mechanical ... with potential uses in sustainable bioplastics, flexible electronic substrates, and smart photonic devices," said Prof.

As the hydrogel balls break down ... it could not only reduce the number of petrochemical-derived plastics but also bioplastics that are made from valuable resources such as sugar cane, corn ...

This electroactive polymer hydrogel "learned" to play Pong. Credit: Cell Reports Physical Science/Strong et al. "Our research shows that even very simple materials can exhibit complex, adaptive ...

The hydrogel stops bleeding and seals injuries within seconds and then helps regenerate tissue over time. “There is no existing product or hydrogel formulation that offers all these properties i ...

Soft, flexible semiconductor The new material merges tissue-like properties of hydrogels and electronic functionalities of semiconductors, meeting all the criteria for next-generation bioelectronic ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Orthopedic researchers have developed a promising new nanoparticle ...

To better care for delicate marine artifacts, researchers have developed a new hydrogel that quickly neutralizes harmful acids and stabilized waterlogged wood from an 800-year-old shipwreck.

Many medications must be refrigerated or they lose their effectiveness, but a new method of packing protein-based drugs into a stiff gel could make them last longer at room temperature.