Conceptual illustration of a self-healing smart hydrogel (IMAGE)

Kyushu University

Conceptual illustration of a self-healing smart hydrogel

Caption

By fixing a natural pigment onto a metal-organic framework, Kyushu University researchers developed a self-healing hydrogel that reliably signals spoilage through color change while extending food shelf life.

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Fumihiko Tanaka / Kyushu University

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