Black Phosphorus Hydrogels: Conceptually Novel Black Phosphorus/Cellulose Hydrogels as Promising Photothermal Agents for Effective Cancer Therapy (Adv. Healthcare Mater. 7/2018)

In article number 1701510, Liping Liu, Han Zhang, and co-workers demonstrate that green and injectable composite hydrogels based on cellulose and Black Phosphorus (BP) nanosheets (BPNSs) are of great efficiency for photothermal therapy (PTT) against cancer. The cellulose/BPNS-based hydrogel possesses 3D networks with irregular micrometer-sized pores and thin, strong cellulose-formed walls and exhibits an excellent photothermal response, enhanced stability, and good flexibility.