A Comprehensive Review on Ulvan Based Hydrogel and Its Biomedical Applications

Area of Science:

• Biomaterials Science
• Polymer Chemistry
• Marine Biotechnology

Background:

• Ulvan is a natural sulfated polysaccharide from marine green algae, rich in L-rhamnose, D-glucuronic acid, and L-iduronic acid.
• Its structure resembles mammalian glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), suggesting broad biomedical potential.
• Hydrogels represent an advanced application of ulvan in polymer science.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide an overview of ulvan-based hydrogels for biomedical applications.
• To explore the functional properties and potential of ulvan hydrogels.
• To summarize recent developments in ulvan-based hydrogel technology.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of published papers from Scopus, PubMed, and Google Scholar.
• Analysis of ulvan's chemical structure and properties.
• Investigation of hydrogel-forming mechanisms and applications.

Main Results:

• Ulvan hydrogels exhibit promising properties for various biomedical uses.
• The review covers functional information, properties, and development trends.
• Ulvan's potential in drug delivery, tissue engineering, and wound healing is highlighted.

Conclusions:

• Ulvan demonstrates significant potential for developing advanced hydrogels.
• Its unique characteristics make it a promising biomaterial for diverse biomedical applications.
• Further research into ulvan-based hydrogels is warranted for therapeutic advancements.