Enzyme-responsive smart hydrogels for controlled drug delivery: design strategies and translational perspectives

RSC Mechanochemistry 2026 Open access

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Authors: Pooja Tiwary, Krishil Oswal, Shreya Gorantala, Mrunal Kurlekar, Rushikesh Dube, Ryan Varghese, Rohit Sharma, Pardeep Gupta
DOI: 10.1039/d6mr00058d
Cited by: 1
References: 257

Abstract

This review highlights recent innovations in enzyme-responsive hydrogels, focusing on modular architectures, smart crosslinking strategies, advanced fabrication, translational barriers, and emerging applications in personalized medicine.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Hydrogels: synthesis properties applications 3D Printing in Biomedical Research Supramolecular Self-Assembly in Materials

Publication details

Journal / source
RSC Mechanochemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN