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This research aims to develop and characterize electroactive hydrogels for improved wound healing.

February 11, 2026Open Access

Synthesis and characterization of electroactive chitosan/gelatin/PEDOT:PSS hydrogels with mixed ionic–electronic conductivity for potential wound healing applications

DRDania Adila Ahmad RuzaidiUniversiti Teknologi MARA System MMMashani MohamadUniversiti Teknologi MARA NSNorita SalimUniversiti Teknologi MARA

Key Points

This research aims to develop and characterize electroactive hydrogels for improved wound healing.
Synthesis of hydrogels using chitosan, gelatin, and PEDOT:PSS
Characterization of mixed ionic and electronic conductivity
Assessment of hydrogel properties relevant for wound healing applications
Hydrogels exhibited promising ionic and electronic conductivity
Improved structural support for tissue regeneration
Potential for localized therapeutic delivery in wound healing scenarios

Abstract

The development of electroactive hydrogels as wound dressings represents a promising strategy to actively promote tissue regeneration by providing structural support, electrical stimulation, and localized therapeutic delivery.

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