In this review we intend to provide a relatively comprehensive summary of the work of
supramolecular hydrogelators after 2004 and to put emphasis particularly on the …

Hydrogels are composed of three-dimensional smart and/or hungry networks, which do not
dissolve in water but swell considerably in an aqueous medium, demonstrating an …

Bacterial infectious diseases and bacterial‐infected environments have been threatening
the health of human beings all over the world. In view of the increased bacteria resistance …

The emergence of drug-resistant microbes has become a threat to global health, and
microbial infections severely limit the use of healthcare materials. To achieve efficient …

The delivery of genetic materials into cells to elicit cellular responses has been extensively
studied by biomaterials scientists globally. Many materials such as lipids, peptides, viruses …

Intact and stable bone reconstruction is ideal for the treatment of periodontal bone
destruction but remains challenging. In research, biomaterials are used to encapsulate stem …

Hydrogels are unique three-dimensional cross-linked water insoluble stable network,
thereby, exhibiting a remarkable ability to absorb water and biological fluids. Currently …

Pharmaceutical drugs with low water solubility have always received great attention within
the scientific community. The reduced bioavailability and the need of frequent …

Supramolecular hydrogels held together by non-covalent interactions such as electrostatics,
hydrogen bonding, and hydrophobic forces are among the most promising soft material …

Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) are a class of biodegradable polymers derived from
microorganisms. On top of their biodegradability and biocompatibility, different PHA types …