The extracellular matrix (ECM) has evolved around complex covalent and non-covalent
interactions to create impressive function—from cellular signaling to constant remodeling. A …

Nature uses discrete molecular building blocks to form polymers that assemble into
multicomponent, multi-dynamic networks, inside (cytoskeleton) and outside (extracellular …

Hydrogels have emerged as a promising class of extracellular matrix (ECM)-mimicking
materials in regenerative medicine. Here, we briefly describe current state-of-the-art of ECM …

Soluble biochemical agents are being employed to generate kidney organoids from human‐
induced pluripotent stem cells. However, this soluble factor approach does not consider the …

Synthetic supramolecular polymers and hydrogels in water are emerging as promising
biomaterials due to their modularity and intrinsic dynamics. Here, we introduce temperature …

Low molecular weight gels are formed via the self-assembly of small molecules into fibrous
structures. In the case of hydrogels, these networks entrap large volumes of water, yielding …

Most synthetic hydrogels are formed through radical polymerization to yield a homogenous
covalent meshwork. In contrast, natural hydrogels form through mechanisms involving both …