Review
Open access
Sep 2026
From Infection Control to Tissue Regeneration: Mechanisms, Design Strategies, and Smart Advances in Antibacterial Hydrogels
Bacterial infection, biofilm formation, and the associated oxidative stress and persistent inflammation represent major obstacles to wound healing, tissue engineering, and implantable medical devices. Owing to their highly hydrated three-dimensional networks, favorable tissue compatibility, and versatile capacity for f...
Peng Liu, Lin Chen, Jin-Jun Tian et al.
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