3D Printing of Highly Stretchable and Tough Hydrogels into Complex, Cellularized Structures.
basic_science · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1002/adma.201501099 and PMC identifier 4849481.
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Abstract
A 3D printable and highly stretchable tough hydrogel is developed by combining poly(ethylene glycol) and sodium alginate, which synergize to form a hydrogel tougher than natural cartilage. Encapsulated cells maintain high viability over a 7 d culture period and are highly deformed together with the hydrogel. By adding biocompatible nanoclay, the tough hydrogel is 3D printed in various shapes without requiring support material.
Medical subject headings
- Hydrogels
- Printing, Three-Dimensional
- Tissue Scaffolds