Nanocomposite hydrogels as multifunctional systems for biomedical applications: Current state and perspectives

Hydrogels mimic the tissue environment because of their hydrophilic and porous network structures. They are widely investigated in biomedical and biotechnological fields, however, due to the poor mechanical properties and limited functions, their further applications are restricted. In order to tackle these problems, an emerging approach is focused on the development of nanocomposite hydrogels. Numerous nanoparticles, including carbon-based,...