Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Based Hydrogel Development
Polyvinylpyrrolidone-based hydrogel is a versatile and useful material with a wide range of potential applications in various fields due to its biocompatibility, hydrophilicity, and ability to form hydrogels. As a pioneer in hydrogel development, Matexcel is committed to developing customized polyvinylpyrrolidone-based hydrogels for our global customers to meet their needs in a wide range of applications.
Introduction to Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Based Hydrogel
Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP)-based hydrogel is a hydrogel made from polyvinylpyrrolidone, a water-soluble polymer. It is non-toxic, biocompatible, and has the ability to form hydrogels in the presence of water for a variety of applications, including pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics. In addition, PVP-based hydrogel has various advantages, such as the ability to encapsulate a wide range of bioactive molecules (including drugs, proteins, and cells), making it useful for a variety of biomedical applications. Typically, the polymer network structure of PVP-based hydrogel can be formed by chemical cross-linking, physical cross-linking, or both. By adjusting the molecular weight, concentration, and crosslinking density of the polymer, the mechanical strength and swelling behavior can be easily controlled to make it a material with specific properties to meet the needs of various applications. Overall, PVP-based hydrogels have shown great potential as multifunctional materials for a variety of biomedical applications.
Fig. 1 Representative secondary electron-SEM images of the microstructure of lyophilized PVP hydrogel: (A-D) top surface and (E-H) longitudinal cross-section. (Oliver-Urrutia C., et al., 2021)
Applications of Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Based Hydrogel
Polyvinylpyrrolidone-based hydrogel has shown great potential as a versatile material for a wide range of applications due to its biocompatibility, ease of preparation, and ability to retain and release bioactive molecules.
- Applications of Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Based Hydrogel in Biomedicine
PVP-based hydrogels have been investigated for drug delivery, wound healing, tissue engineering, and other biomedical applications due to their biocompatibility, non-toxicity, and ability to retain large amounts of water. - Applications of Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Based Hydrogel in Environmental Science
PVP-based hydrogels have been used in wastewater treatment, as they have the ability to remove heavy metals and organic pollutants from water. - Applications of Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Based Hydrogel in Agriculture
PVP-based hydrogels have been investigated as a soil conditioner for water retention and nutrient delivery in agriculture, as they can absorb large amounts of water and retain nutrients. - Applications of Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Based Hydrogel in Industry
PVP-based hydrogels have been used in the textile industry as a sizing agent and in the production of adhesives and coatings.
Our Services
Matexcel leverages our advanced technology and extensive experience in hydrogel development to help our customers break through all the challenges in polyvinylpyrrolidone-based hydrogel research and development. Our customized polyvinylpyrrolidone-based hydrogel development services include, but are not limited to, the following.
- Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Based Hydrogel Formulation Design Services
We offer customized polyvinylpyrrolidone-based hydrogel formulation design services to tailor the physicochemical and functional properties of hydrogels to meet specific downstream application requirements. - Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Based Hydrogel Modification Services
We offer modification services for polyvinylpyrrolidone-based hydrogels, including customized synthesis, surface modification, functionalization, and cross-linking. Our experienced team of scientists is dedicated to optimizing the functional properties of hydrogels to better meet the needs of specific application scenarios. - Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Based Hydrogel Analysis and Characterization Services
We provide a full range of analysis and characterization services in the development of polyvinylpyrrolidone-based hydrogels, as well as efficacy testing services for hydrogel samples.
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Reference
- Oliver-Urrutia C., et al. Lyophilized polyvinylpyrrolidone hydrogel for culture of human oral mucosa stem cells. Materials (Basel). 2021, 14(1):227.