Researchers develop implantable hydrogels based on plant polysaccharides

Researchers develop implantable hydrogels based on plant polysaccharides

Researchers develop implantable hydrogels based on plant polysaccharides

Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU) scientists have developed implantable hydrogels based on plant polysaccharides (pectins). They can play the role of an artificial extracellular matrix, a special network of molecules that fills the space between body cells.