Hydrogels - Smart Materials Shaping Biomedical, Robotic, and Neuroelectronic Frontiers - Couverture rigide

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1806310228 ISBN 13 : 9781806310227

Editeur : IntechOpen, 2026

Synopsis

This book will explore the world of hydrogels, a nature-inspired material that is reshaping technology, medicine, and sustainability. These versatile, water-swollen networks bridge the gap between rigid engineering and living systems, offering biocompatibility, responsiveness, and adaptability. From lignin-based hydrogels for eco-friendly remediation to DNA-programmed architectures for targeted drug delivery, from smart actuators that mimic natural muscles to conductive networks that interface with the brain, this book explores the full spectrum of hydrogel innovation. Written by leading experts, it demystifies the science behind hydrogel synthesis, fabrication, and functionality, while highlighting applications that improve healthcare, advance robotics, clean the environment, and revolutionize wearable tech. Whether you are a researcher, student, or industry professional, this comprehensive guide unlocks the potential of hydrogels, showcasing how these soft, adaptive materials are solving complex challenges and paving the way for a more sustainable, interconnected future. Discover why hydrogels are the cornerstone of next-generation technology: flexible, functional, and fundamentally aligned with the rhythms of life.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: IntechOpen
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1806310228
• ISBN 13: 9781806310227
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 166
• Éditeur: Sun Xiao-Feng
• Coordonnées du fabricant: IN TECH d.o.o.; info@intechopen.com; ; Prolaz Marije Krucifikse Kozuli¿ 3; Rijeka; 51000; Croatie