Correction: Robust magnetic double-network hydrogels with self-healing, MR imaging, cytocompatibility and 3D
Fangli Gang1, Hao Yan2, Chunyang Ma3
1College of Chemistry & Pharmacy, State Key Laboratory of Crop Stress Biology for Arid Areas, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, China. nwzjw@nwsuaf.edu.cn and State Key Laboratory of New Ceramics and Fine Processing, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China. sunxiaodan@tsinghua.edu.cn.
Chemical Communications (Cambridge, England)
|October 3, 2019
Summary
This correction clarifies details regarding robust magnetic double-network hydrogels. The original study focused on materials with self-healing, MR imaging, and 3D printability properties.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Polymer Chemistry
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Hydrogels are versatile materials with applications in various fields.
- Developing advanced hydrogels with multiple functionalities is an ongoing research area.
- Magnetic hydrogels offer unique properties for targeted applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a correction for the previously published article.
- To ensure accuracy in the scientific record regarding magnetic double-network hydrogels.
- To maintain the integrity of research on self-healing, MR imaging compatible, and 3D printable hydrogels.
Main Methods:
- Review and re-evaluation of experimental data and procedures.
- Clarification of specific material synthesis or characterization steps.
- Ensuring accurate reporting of properties like self-healing, MR imaging, and 3D printability.
Main Results:
- Correction of specific data points or interpretations.
- Refinement of the understanding of the hydrogel's properties.
- Confirmation of the robust nature and multiple functionalities of the magnetic hydrogels.
Conclusions:
- The corrected information enhances the understanding of these advanced hydrogels.
- Ensures reliable data for future research and development in hydrogel technology.
- Reaffirms the potential of these magnetic hydrogels in biomedical and materials science applications.
