Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Adhesion01:14

Adhesion

Adhesion occurs when one type of molecule is attracted to a different molecule. Water exhibits adhesive properties in the presence of polar surfaces, such as glass or cellulose in plants. For instance, when water is poured into a glass, the positively charged hydrogen molecules of water are more attracted to the negatively charged oxygen molecules in the silica than to the oxygen in neighboring water molecules.
Capillary action is a result of water’s adhesive tendencies. When a narrow glass...
Cohesion01:07

Cohesion

Cohesion is the attraction between molecules of the same type, such as water molecules. Water molecules have an overall neutral charge but are polar molecule. An oxygen atom in one water molecule has a partial negative charge that can bind to a hydrogen atom with a partial positive charge in a second water molecule, forming a hydrogen bond. Each water molecule can form up to four hydrogen bonds with other water molecules. Hydrogen bonds are responsible for water's cohesive nature.
On a surface,...
Surface Tension, Capillary Action, and Viscosity02:57

Surface Tension, Capillary Action, and Viscosity

Surface Tension
The various IMFs between identical molecules of a substance are examples of cohesive forces. The molecules within a liquid are surrounded by other molecules and are attracted equally in all directions by the cohesive forces within the liquid. However, the molecules on the surface of a liquid are attracted only by about one-half as many molecules. Because of the unbalanced molecular attractions on the surface molecules, liquids contract to form a shape that minimizes the number...
Cell Adhesion Molecules - Types and Functions01:20

Cell Adhesion Molecules - Types and Functions

Cell adhesion molecules (CAMs) are pivotal to multicellularity and the coordinated functioning of tissues and organ systems. They enable physical interactions between cells and provide mechanical strength to tissues. They also function as receptors for signal transmission across the plasma membrane. The CAMs are broadly classified into four families - integrins, cadherins, selectins, and immunoglobulin-like CAMs (IgCAMs).
CAM Families
The Integrin family of proteins is primarily  involved in a...
Glycocalyx and its Functions01:14

Glycocalyx and its Functions

The glycocalyx is a carbohydrate-rich, fuzzy-appearing layer on the outer surface of the cell membrane. It is highly hydrophilic, because of this it attracts large amounts of water to the cell's surface. This aids the cell's interaction with the watery environment and also helps it to obtain substances dissolved in the water. It is also important for cell identification, self/non-self determination, and embryonic development and is used in cell-to-cell attachments to form tissues.
Components of...
Surface Active Agents01:27

Surface Active Agents

Surfactants, named for their behavior at interfaces, positively adsorb at the interfaces of two phases, reducing interfacial tension. Their versatility as emulsifiers, detergents, and foaming agents stems from this ability. Surfactants, often termed amphiphiles, share the property of amphipathy, with molecules having both hydrophilic and hydrophobic portions. The hydrophilic part is called the head, and the hydrophobic part, including an elongated alkyl substituent, forms the tail.Surfactants...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Coordination-Stabilized Manganese(IV) Peptide Hydrogels Reveal Valence-Dependent Structure and Immunomodulation.

ACS applied materials & interfaces·2026
Same author

A study on the impact of social environmental exposure to e-cigarettes on the intention to use them among Chinese middle and high school students and the differences between genders.

BMC public health·2026
Same author

2D Hybrid Functional Materials for Biological Interfaces.

ACS nano·2026
Same author

Smokers' willingness to pay for smoking cessation services and its determinants: evidence from China.

Health economics review·2026
Same author

Tuning gas transport and separation in ZIF-8 membranes <i>via</i> point defects: insights from non-equilibrium molecular dynamics.

Physical chemistry chemical physics : PCCP·2026
Same author

Unraveling the complexity of associations between tobacco culture in Chinese society and smokers' outcome expectancies: a network perspective.

SSM - population health·2025
Same journal

Freeze-Derived Microporous Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering Applications.

Smart medicine·2026
Same journal

Advances in Hydrogel Tissue Engineering for Spinal Cord Injury Repair.

Smart medicine·2026
Same journal

Hydrogels for Bone Repair: Construction Strategies and Applications.

Smart medicine·2026
Same journal

Targeting Sphingosine-1-Phosphate Signaling Attenuates Doxorubicin-Aggravated Bone Loss in Obese Breast Cancer Mice.

Smart medicine·2026
Same journal

Constructing Neuroinflammation-On-A-Chip for Traditional Chinese Medicine Extracts Evaluation.

Smart medicine·2026
Same journal

LINC00973/DTX3L Axis Promotes Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Progression and Serves as a Therapeutic Target.

Smart medicine·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 21, 2026

TAPE: A Biodegradable Hemostatic Glue Inspired by a Ubiquitous Compound in Plants for Surgical Application
08:40

TAPE: A Biodegradable Hemostatic Glue Inspired by a Ubiquitous Compound in Plants for Surgical Application

Published on: June 8, 2016

14.1K

Functional adhesive hydrogels for biological interfaces.

Changyi Liu1, Kexin Peng1, Yilun Wu2

  • 1School of Environmental and Biological Engineering Nanjing University of Science and Technology Nanjing China.

Smart Medicine
|August 27, 2024
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

This review explores advanced hydrogel adhesives for bio-interfaces, focusing on combining properties like underwater adhesion and self-healing for tissue engineering and electronics.

Keywords:
biological interfacesbiological sensorshydrogel electronicssoft materialstissue scaffolds

More Related Videos

Easy Manipulation of Architectures in Protein-based Hydrogels for Cell Culture Applications
08:50

Easy Manipulation of Architectures in Protein-based Hydrogels for Cell Culture Applications

Published on: August 4, 2017

6.7K
Synthesis of Strong Adhesive Hydrogel, Gelatin O-Nitrosobenzaldehyde
07:04

Synthesis of Strong Adhesive Hydrogel, Gelatin O-Nitrosobenzaldehyde

Published on: November 11, 2022

2.4K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 21, 2026

TAPE: A Biodegradable Hemostatic Glue Inspired by a Ubiquitous Compound in Plants for Surgical Application
08:40

TAPE: A Biodegradable Hemostatic Glue Inspired by a Ubiquitous Compound in Plants for Surgical Application

Published on: June 8, 2016

14.1K
Easy Manipulation of Architectures in Protein-based Hydrogels for Cell Culture Applications
08:50

Easy Manipulation of Architectures in Protein-based Hydrogels for Cell Culture Applications

Published on: August 4, 2017

6.7K
Synthesis of Strong Adhesive Hydrogel, Gelatin O-Nitrosobenzaldehyde
07:04

Synthesis of Strong Adhesive Hydrogel, Gelatin O-Nitrosobenzaldehyde

Published on: November 11, 2022

2.4K

Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Bioengineering

Background:

  • Hydrogel adhesives are crucial for biological interfaces, including epidermal electronics, tissue engineering, and implanted devices.
  • Developing functional hydrogel adhesives that integrate multiple, often conflicting, properties without compromising performance is a significant challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current advancements in fabricating functional adhesive hydrogels.
  • To discuss design strategies for multifunctional adhesive hydrogels with properties such as underwater adhesion, self-healing, biocompatibility, electrical conductivity, and anti-swelling.
  • To explore potential applications and challenges of adhesive hydrogels in biological interfaces.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive review of existing literature on hydrogel adhesive fabrication.
  • Analysis of design strategies for multifunctional hydrogels.
  • Discussion of property integration and performance optimization.

Main Results:

  • Highlighting fabrication techniques for functional adhesive hydrogels.
  • Detailing strategies for achieving desirable properties like underwater adhesion and self-healing.
  • Identifying key challenges and potential applications in bio-interface materials.

Conclusions:

  • Functional adhesive hydrogels are essential for advanced bio-interface applications.
  • Multifunctional hydrogels offer solutions for complex biological challenges.
  • Continued development is key for individualized healthcare and bioengineering innovations.