3D-printed titanium scaffolds coated with a multifunctional photothermal-responsive hydrogel promote osteoporotic bone defect repair

Materials Today Bio 2026 Open access

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Authors: Chenchen Wang, Yuan Wang, Xiaojun Li, Hao Cao, Chenfeng Wang, Sheng Han, Haotian Chen, Xin Zhao, Shude Yang
DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2026.102879
Cited by: 2
References: 72

Abstract

, the hydrogel coated 3D-printed titanium scaffold markedly enhanced osteoporotic bone defect repair. Overall, this multifunctional hydrogel coating transforms passive titanium scaffolds into bioactive implants, offering a promising strategy for promoting osteoporotic bone regeneration.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Bone Tissue Engineering Materials Nanoplatforms for cancer theranostics Laser Applications in Dentistry and Medicine

Publication details

Journal / source
Materials Today Bio
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
37
Pages
102879–102879
Publication date
29 January 2026
Language
EN