Can plastic help heal wounds? University of Queensland researchers develop a new biodegradable hydrogel with medical potential
The Times Of Indiavia NewsData.io
Researchers at Australia's University of Queensland have transformed brittle, biodegradable bioplastic PHB into a water-absorbing hydrogel using gamma radiation and polymer grafting. The new material, called P3HB-HEAA, offers improved mechanical properties and could eventually be explored for wound dressings, tissue engineering, drug delivery and surgical applications. Led by PhD candidate Cole Walchle, the research highlights new possibilities for sustainable medical materials. However, further studies are needed to establish its biodegradability and medical suitability.
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