Multifunctional Janus Hydrogels: Surface Design Strategies for Next-Generation Clinical Solutions
Janus hydrogels, distinguished by their dual-sided structure with distinct physical and chemical properties, have garnered significant attention in the medical field, particularly for applications in drug delivery, tissue engineering, and wound healing. Their ability to simultaneously perform multip...
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| author | Taoxu Yan Junyao Cheng Haoming Liu Yifan Wang Chuyue Zhang Da Huang Jianheng Liu Zheng Wang |
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| description | Janus hydrogels, distinguished by their dual-sided structure with distinct physical and chemical properties, have garnered significant attention in the medical field, particularly for applications in drug delivery, tissue engineering, and wound healing. Their ability to simultaneously perform multiple functions, such as targeted drug release and biomimetic tissue interaction, positions them as a promising platform for advanced therapeutic strategies. The growing interest in these hydrogels is primarily driven by their multifunctionality and capacity to address complex biological needs. This review delves into the design, fabrication methods, and applications of Janus hydrogels in medicine, focusing on their potential to overcome the limitations of conventional therapies and providing a comprehensive overview of their role in contemporary biomedical applications. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-265ac70637bb4be4805392f184507fca2025-08-20T02:33:56ZengMDPI AGGels2310-28612025-05-0111534310.3390/gels11050343Multifunctional Janus Hydrogels: Surface Design Strategies for Next-Generation Clinical SolutionsTaoxu Yan0Junyao Cheng1Haoming Liu2Yifan Wang3Chuyue Zhang4Da Huang5Jianheng Liu6Zheng Wang7Department of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100853, ChinaDepartment of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100853, ChinaDepartment of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100853, ChinaDepartment of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100853, ChinaDepartment of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100853, ChinaCollege of Biological Science and Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350108, ChinaDepartment of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100853, ChinaDepartment of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100853, ChinaJanus hydrogels, distinguished by their dual-sided structure with distinct physical and chemical properties, have garnered significant attention in the medical field, particularly for applications in drug delivery, tissue engineering, and wound healing. Their ability to simultaneously perform multiple functions, such as targeted drug release and biomimetic tissue interaction, positions them as a promising platform for advanced therapeutic strategies. The growing interest in these hydrogels is primarily driven by their multifunctionality and capacity to address complex biological needs. This review delves into the design, fabrication methods, and applications of Janus hydrogels in medicine, focusing on their potential to overcome the limitations of conventional therapies and providing a comprehensive overview of their role in contemporary biomedical applications.https://www.mdpi.com/2310-2861/11/5/343Janus hydrogelstissue engineeringhemostasissmart medical systemsorthopedic repair |
| spellingShingle | Taoxu Yan Junyao Cheng Haoming Liu Yifan Wang Chuyue Zhang Da Huang Jianheng Liu Zheng Wang Multifunctional Janus Hydrogels: Surface Design Strategies for Next-Generation Clinical Solutions Gels Janus hydrogels tissue engineering hemostasis smart medical systems orthopedic repair |
| title | Multifunctional Janus Hydrogels: Surface Design Strategies for Next-Generation Clinical Solutions |
| title_full | Multifunctional Janus Hydrogels: Surface Design Strategies for Next-Generation Clinical Solutions |
| title_fullStr | Multifunctional Janus Hydrogels: Surface Design Strategies for Next-Generation Clinical Solutions |
| title_full_unstemmed | Multifunctional Janus Hydrogels: Surface Design Strategies for Next-Generation Clinical Solutions |
| title_short | Multifunctional Janus Hydrogels: Surface Design Strategies for Next-Generation Clinical Solutions |
| title_sort | multifunctional janus hydrogels surface design strategies for next generation clinical solutions |
| topic | Janus hydrogels tissue engineering hemostasis smart medical systems orthopedic repair |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2310-2861/11/5/343 |
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