A research team from the Wolfson Faculty of Chemical Engineering at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology has developed biomimetic hydrogel bioadhesives that can seal wounds within seconds—eliminating the need for sutures or staples. Inspired by how mollusks adhere to wet surfaces, these PTLA bioadhesives offer strong, rapid adhesion even under wet or extreme conditions. The innovation, published in Advanced Materials, showed exceptional hemostasis and sealing performance in animal models, with potential applications in emergency medicine, minimally invasive surgery, and battlefield care.
Led by Dr. Shady Farah and Ph.D. student Qi Wu, the team has filed an international patent for the technology, which also demonstrates antimicrobial, antioxidant, and self-gelling properties—paving the way for next-generation wound care materials.
