Revolutionary Bio-Hydrogel Implant Coating Could Reduce Risk of Device Rejection

The Bioaction (Europe) project, a collaboration involving four research centers, two universities, and two companies from five European countries, is set to develop functional bio-hydrogels. These hydrogels are designed to trigger local remodeling of physiological processes to expedite healing and stimulate bone growth. They will be designed as injectable materials or implant coatings for minimally invasive applications. Over the next four years, the project's researchers will validate this technology using clinically relevant models for dental implants and permanent transcutaneous prostheses. However, the transformative influence of Bioaction reaches beyond these specific applications. By reducing dependence on extended antibiotic treatments and minimizing failure rates, this trailblazing project has the potential to revolutionize methods of treating infections. Ultimately, Bioaction aims to enhance patient quality of life while making a significant contribution to the global fight against antimicrobial resistance.

“The Bioaction project proposes a visionary approach that will be pursued thanks to real interdisciplinarity,” said Luigi Ambrosio, project coordinator. “Our partners’ diverse expertise and skills in synthetic biology, biomaterials, microbiology, and beyond will surely be the basis for the project’s success.”

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