Revolutionizing Medicine:
Advanced Photodegradable Bioadhesives for Precision Healthcare

This exciting project, supported by the Daimler und Benz Stiftung, focuses on developing cutting-edge photodegradable bioadhesives designed for a wide range of advanced biomedical applications. By modifying poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) to incorporate catechol-based adhesion chemistry and integrating photodegradable elements like coumarin or nitrobenzyl, we are creating a highly versatile bioadhesive with tunable adhesion strengths and degradation rates.

Our dual-functional approach ensures precise control over both the mechanical properties and the degradation profiles of the bioadhesive, enabling its use in 3D printing applications. Using state-of-the-art 3D printing technology, we can fabricate bioadhesive structures with remarkable precision, advancing the development of materials tailored for various medical and clinical needs such as wound healing and drug delivery.

This project promises to revolutionize the field of bioadhesives, paving the way for custom solutions in medical treatment and beyond.