Injectable and self-crosslinkable hydrogels based on collagen type II and activated chondroitin sulfate for cell delivery

Injectable hydrogels are attractive and alternative scaffolds for cell delivery because they could form in situ, simulate natural tissue and fill any shape of defect. This study aimed at fabricating injectable, self-crosslinkable and biomimetic hydrogels based on collagen type II (Col II) and activated chondroitin sulfate (CS-sNHS) under physiological conditions without the addition of any catalysts or crosslinking agents. The inner morphology...