DNA hydrogels and their derivatives in biomedical engineering applications

Autor: Rui Wu, Wenting Li, Pu Yang, Naisi Shen, Anqi Yang, Xiangjun Liu, Yikun Ju, Lanjie Lei, Bairong Fang
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: Journal of Nanobiotechnology, Vol 22, Iss 1, Pp 1-27 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 1477-3155
DOI: 10.1186/s12951-024-02791-z
Popis: Abstract Deoxyribonucleotide (DNA) is uniquely programmable and biocompatible, and exhibits unique appeal as a biomaterial as it can be precisely designed and programmed to construct arbitrary shapes. DNA hydrogels are polymer networks comprising cross-linked DNA strands. As DNA hydrogels present programmability, biocompatibility, and stimulus responsiveness, they are extensively explored in the field of biomedicine. In this study, we provide an overview of recent advancements in DNA hydrogel technology. We outline the different design philosophies and methods of DNA hydrogel preparation, discuss its special physicochemical characteristics, and highlight the various uses of DNA hydrogels in biomedical domains, such as drug delivery, biosensing, tissue engineering, and cell culture. Finally, we discuss the current difficulties facing DNA hydrogels and their potential future development. Graphical Abstract
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