Fabrication of Multifunctional Poly(acrylic acid) Hydrogels Using Nickel-Carboxymethyl Cellulose Nanocomposite Crosslinker

Key Points

• The aim is to fabricate multifunctional poly(acrylic acid) hydrogels using a novel crosslinker.
• Utilized nickel-carboxymethyl cellulose as a physical crosslinker.
• Evaluated mechanical properties and self-healing capabilities of the hydrogels.
• Hydrogels exhibited significantly enhanced mechanical toughness compared to traditional formulations.
• Self-healing capability was improved, suggesting potential for diverse applications.