👉 Gel engineering is an advanced technique in materials science that involves the creation of three-dimensional networks of polymers or other macromolecules, which can be cross-linked to form gels. These gels have unique properties due to their porous structure, which allows them to retain liquids while maintaining a solid-like consistency. In gel engineering, scientists manipulate the composition, cross-linking density, and network architecture of these gels to tailor their mechanical strength, swelling capacity, and responsiveness to external stimuli such as temperature, pH, or light. This precise control over gel properties makes them invaluable in a wide range of applications, including drug delivery systems, tissue engineering, sensors, and advanced coatings, where the ability to encapsulate and release substances in a controlled manner is crucial.
