Abstract
Supramolecular nanogelators that possess triple-helices on their surfaces quickly form transparent hydrogels upon mixing with collagen solutions by hydrogen bonding. The exceptional selectivity of the gelation properties for fibrous collagens is observed, whereas other biomolecules exhibit no change. This material is useful as a smart injectable nanogelator with collagen specificity for tissue engineering.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 2957-2961 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Advanced Materials |
Volume | 23 |
Issue number | 26 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 Jul 12 |
Keywords
- collagens
- cornea
- nanogelators
- supramolecules
- tissue engineering
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Materials Science(all)
- Mechanics of Materials
- Mechanical Engineering