Entanglement-governed protein networks enable mechanically adaptive artificial skin for transplantation-scale skin replacement
L Wang, Yinan Sun, Xing Liu, Ruoxuan Wang, J Huang, W Y Wang, Kongxi Fan, Jia Bai, Zhiying Dong, Shuang Jia, Yan Xia, Shubin Li, Liyao Wang, Yuhao Chen, Yitian Du, Xinyu Li
This paper develops a mechanically adaptive artificial skin using entanglement-mediated protein networks, showing improved toughness, regenerative compatibility, and wound healing in mice.
bioRxiv · Jun 15, 2026 · PreprintBioengineering