To harness their biocompatibility / biodegradability / sustainability
Direct extraction and purification of high-purity, biocompatible hydrogel raw materials like alginate from natural marine seaweed
In-house extraction and degumming of high-quality aqueous silk fibroin from natural silkworm cocoons using precision mechanical control
On-site chemical synthesis and lyophilization of photocurable gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) from natural collagen for versatile hydrogel applications
To make them feasible things
Precision micro-molding of delicate soft matter into high-aspect-ratio micro-scale patterns using elastomeric master molds
High-precision 3D bioprinting and real-time photocuring of viscoelastic bio-inks into intricate, multi-layered 3D lattice structures
High-voltage electrospinning of natural polymer solutions into ultra-fine, porous, and highly uniform nanofibrous membranes
To function around human and environment
A multifunctional microneedle platform integrating transdermal drug delivery, tissue adhesion & hemostasis, and real-time biosensing on a single patch
A 3D bio-scaffold inserted into target tissues to promote rapid regeneration, provide secure adhesion, and monitor tissue recovery through integration of biosensors
A hydrovoltaic energy-harvesting device that maximizes capillary water flow and evaporation through porous biomaterial membranes to generate sustainable, eco-friendly electricity