Nanoarchitectonics in colloidal hydrogels: Design and applications in the environmental and biomedical fields
Shikha Jain1, Neeraj Dilbaghi2, Giovanna Marrazza3
1Department of Bio-nanotechnology, College of Biotechnology, CCS Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU), Hisar-Haryana 125004, India.
Advances in Colloid and Interface Science
|May 6, 2025
Summary
Nanoarchitectonics enables precise control over colloidal hydrogels, creating advanced materials for environmental and biomedical uses. These smart hydrogels offer enhanced properties but require further development for widespread application.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
- Colloid Science
Background:
- Nanoarchitectonics, derived from nanoarchitecture, is advancing colloidal hydrogels.
- These hydrogels possess enhanced functionalities for diverse applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the technological perspectives of nanoarchitectonics in colloidal hydrogels.
- To explore the synthesis and properties of nanoarchitectonics-driven hydrogels.
Main Methods:
- Review of literature on nanoarchitectonics and colloidal hydrogels.
- Analysis of nanoscale control over hydrogel structure and functionality.
- Investigation of nanoparticle and polymer integration for multifunctional platforms.
Main Results:
- Nanoarchitectonics allows nanoscale control, imparting stimuli-responsiveness, controlled release, and mechanical strength.
- Multifunctional nanogel platforms are synthesized via cross-linking nanoparticles, polymers, and small molecules.
- Properties are influenced by nanoparticle characteristics and cross-linker choice.
Conclusions:
- Nanoarchitectonics-driven colloidal hydrogels show significant potential in environmental remediation and biomedical fields.
- Applications include drug delivery, wound dressings, and theranostics.
- Challenges in scalability, biocompatibility, and stability must be overcome for broader use.
