Effects of gamma sterilisation on dissipation mechanisms in polyethylene glycol hydrogels - Novel insights revealed by nanoindentation and modelling | Synapse
March 3, 2026
Effects of gamma sterilisation on dissipation mechanisms in polyethylene glycol hydrogels - Novel insights revealed by nanoindentation and modelling
Key Points
Dissipation mechanisms changed significantly after gamma sterilisation in polyethylene glycol hydrogels, affecting their performance.
Key evidence shows alterations in properties measured by nanoindentation, indicating up to 40% change in stiffness.
Analysis using nanoindentation and modelling demonstrates the impact of gamma sterilisation on hydrogel materials.
These findings suggest that further evaluation is needed to determine long-term effects on hydrogel applications in medical fields.