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  • Materials Science
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Polymer Science

Background:

  • Hydrogels are versatile materials utilized in biomedicine and water treatment due to their processability and tissue-like properties.
  • Conventional homogeneous hydrogels face limitations in meeting increasingly complex biomedical demands, such as in drug delivery, cell encapsulation, and cartilage regeneration.
  • The study of hydrogel microstructures reveals the need for advanced material designs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the preparation processes and mechanisms of heterogeneous multilayer hydrogels.
  • To explore composites derived from various resources and methods for these advanced hydrogels.
  • To highlight recent achievements and potential applications of heterogeneous multilayer hydrogels.

Main Methods:

  • Review of literature on hydrogel preparation techniques.
  • Analysis of composite materials and their fabrication.
  • Discussion of recent advancements and applications in the field.

Main Results:

  • Heterogeneous multilayer hydrogels have emerged as a significant advancement over conventional homogeneous hydrogels.
  • Various preparation methods and composite strategies are available for creating these advanced hydrogels.
  • These hydrogels show promise in diverse biomedical fields requiring sophisticated functionalities.

Conclusions:

  • Heterogeneous multilayer hydrogels represent a critical development in hydrogel research, addressing limitations of traditional materials.
  • Their unique structures enable tailored properties for demanding applications in drug delivery, regenerative medicine, and beyond.
  • Future research directions and potential applications are promising for this class of advanced materials.