New Trends in Hydrogel-Based Sensors
A special issue of Gels (ISSN 2310-2861). This special issue belongs to the section "Gel Applications".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 March 2025) | Viewed by 281
Special Issue Editors
Interests: hydrogels; sensors; flexible electronics; flexible batteries
Interests: flexible sensor; e-skin; wearable devices; flexible electronics
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Hydrogels are three-dimensional, highly hydrated polymeric networks. They have unique properties that make them highly valuable in various applications. Hydrogel-based sensors have gained significant attention in recent years. These sensors offer several advantages, including high sensitivity, biocompatibility, and the ability to detect a wide range of stimuli. This Special Issue, entitled "New Trends in Hydrogel-Based Sensors", seeks to highlight the most recent advancements and emerging trends within this field.
This Special Issue will address multiple facets, including novel materials and fabrication techniques, for enhancing sensor performance. It will explore new trends in several areas, including, but not limited to, the further improvement in the high sensitivity and specificity of the sensors; the development of multi-functional integration; and the integration with advanced technologies, such as nanotechnology and artificial intelligence, to achieve more accurate and intelligent detection.
In addition, this Special Issue will also discuss practical applications and future prospects of these new trends in diverse fields such as healthcare, environmental monitoring, and food safety. By presenting the latest research and developments, this Special Issue hopes to stimulate further innovation and promote the practical utilization of hydrogel-based sensors.
Dr. Guoxian Li
Dr. Peng Wang
Dr. Lu Lu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- hydrogel
- sensors
- multi-functional integration
- intelligent detection
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